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2012 Fiat 500 Owner`s Manual

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1. 59 Ti Sieenite COMM 8 uoo adde C9 pe RE Et 104 Tire and Loading Information Placard 238 Tire Identification Number TIN 236 Tre Markings oe Ed ecran Y 4 BE DER MR AC SCR 232 Tire Satety InformatioN sis eis teneas dotes 232 TIREPIT 454 62k eere ee 9396 GR N iee 268 o prr 69 242 370 neus Life of Tires sa 8 os eSATA EIS RS 248 Air Press fe EERS RAAR EE RR Rx RO Be d 242 BE MAAL ER IR AT FO OE 249 CHANOINE Pr RE ME BE Geese DE 278 Compact opale isme 4 qud S sped qup Sd PA 245 General Information 242 Lieb peed sasies AS obey 2 pua xq Coss 244 Inflation Pressures ass op acr een dee edet 243 ae ie PT Dm 278 Life Ores eus dun ne pde AA ORR toe 248 Load Capac se sd eie tee es 295 299 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 252 Pressure Warning LISD s sapi ede vom Yeas a 132 Qualy Gie sesers ROME eee HERO AR 370 Radiol 22a REF EE oes vee ee 245 Replacement 24 s Sr OE eC hus cee nd OR 34 248 Kobie jie nar MA BR 9 dr UO EA eee as 291 sci A TCC PM 232 242 VA sek ee ee E RC OE 234 PEINS RS hay hp ee tas eee oes Tread Wear Indicators 386 INDEX NEE Id JO ODER Hood X 2st eae ee HERO EE SS ENKS 94 TOWING 44442426508 2 ogo eRe eas PRED P 263 Disabled Vehicle 0 000 295 Recreational 0 00000 eee eee 264 Tier JOWO 22 oan oes 4a Sate eee ag as 263 Transaxle ee ei ia AA AA pees OE AE EE 12 Transmission AMONG HE siese RADE oe Rodeos
2. M 022640267 Advanced Front Air Bag And Knee Bolster Locations 1 Driver And Passenger Ad 3 Supplemental Driver Side vanced Front Air Bags Knee Air Bag 2 Knee Bolster THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE These air bags are certified to the Federal regulations for Advanced Air Bags The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to allow the air bags to have different inflation levels based on the severity and type of collision This vehicle may be equipped with driver and or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation level of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon seat position This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and or front passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the driver or front passenger seat belt is fastened The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation level of the Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to protect the driver front 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie and rear passengers sitting next to a window The SABIC are located above the side windows The trim covering the SABIC is labeled SRS AIRBAG This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB The SAB are marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats NOTE e Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior t
3. 64650 ae aar COLD DRY CONDITIONS ER Open the windows start the vehicle set the Mode control to Panel 7 or Bi Level sd and turn on A C Set the Fan control to the High position Set the temperature control to full cool After the hot air is flushed from the vehicle set the Mode control to Recirculate e with A C on and roll up the windows Once you are comfortable set the Mode control to Panel or Bi Level with A C on dark set the Mode control to Bi Level with A C on Adjust Temperature control for comfort Set the Mode control to Mix or Defrost Sg Set the Fan Control to the High position Adjust Fan and Temperature control for comfort if windows are clear If it s sunny set the Mode control to and Ed and tum on A C If it s cloudy or E Set the Mode control to Floor d If it s sunny you may want more upper air In this case set the Mode control to Bi Level In very cold weather if you need extra heat at the windshield set the Mode control to Mix or Defrost as needed Adjust Fan and Temperature control for comfort aa 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped e The Automatic Temperature Control ATC allows the driver to select individual comfort settings e The system provides set and forget operation for op timum comfort and convenience e The system can be controlled manually if desired The ATC system automatically maint
4. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision NNS TA TING AND OPERATING 213 CAUTION Towing the vehicle coasting or driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can result in severe transmission damage Refer to Recre ational Towing in Starting And Operating and Towing A Disabled Vehicle in What To Do In Emergencies for further information DRIVE This range should be used for most city and highway driving It provides the smoothest upshifts and down shifts and the best fuel economy The transmission automatically upshifts through all forward gears The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteris tics under all normal operating conditions When frequent transmission shifting occurs such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi tions in hilly terrain traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers use the AutoStick mode described below to select a lower gear range Under these conditions using a lower gear range will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup During cold temperatures transmission operation may be modified depending on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle
5. 127 O Trip Computer lg Instrument Cluster 0 128 HUTOIDCDH EOBL 434244248 envede sees ee at W Instrument Cluster Descriptions 129 COO FUNCH iste 9 dcs by ames oa o eo 147 W Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 140 E Values Displayed is ES BR RR BAR iari 147 HE VIG Displays oon dde AR e DIR RES 142 O Personal Settings Customer Programmable BE VIC Control BUMONS 46444943 pron d 143 ET EE s D Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Blog COGS RAEI eine aA came Setia ms pep Me yn REDE agia BAR RED Hie 143 El OdWEUOR 44 44454040644 v 3 ee RR TX EAR 157 XO Change Engine Oil Indicator System 145 HEUPE ONS sauces RARR a pute uat dapes 158 126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M B Technical Specifications Gick SUING s uat a dote conn AS eie dp HOE O General Information 22 cw eei x O Functions And Adjustments Eddie sce gue d ease eee eee ee NES Sd O Sirius Satellite Radio If Equipped HCE PAVE pana wants situe AG d doo d ae ee as HCD MT Plet xou sets aar Sieg io neu DO EITOUDICSNOONNG nat tonne i78 349 r8 RA ei ll iPod USB Media Player Control If POU pPCds rm W Steering Wheel Audio Controls EL Radio Operation 434 3 EDE am ttr RES RSS 184 Hi Dla er Opel s 3 oc roe gs eo oe ere DE 184 D Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone CIL BOIDDOO f445 4544 05 64nd wade gs 185 N CD DVD Disc Maintenance 185
6. JjPrvios nex track play Short button press 4 or gt A X CD track fast forward rewind_ Long button press lt or P A Vo IPrevious next folder play for CD MP3 Short button press A or V _ General Information e FM Multipath detector The radio offers the following functions e Manual storing of 25 stations base radio and 40 Radio Section stations if equipped with Satellite 15 on FM band 5 on FMA 5 on FMB 5 on FMC 10 on AM band iios THEME MR AE nein ace MEE raas 5 on AMA 5 on AMB 15 on Satellite Band if e RBDS Radio Broadcast Data System equipped 5 on SATA 5 on SATB 5 on SATC e Automatic manual station tuning 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M WARNING On multimedia CDs besides audio tracks there are data tracks too Playing this type of CD could cause e SPEED VOLUME function Customer selectable auto matic volume adjustment depending on the car speed e Automatic Stereo Mono selection CD Section hissing at a volume that could jeopardize road safety as well as causing damage to the final stages and the e Track selection forward backward speakers e Fast forward rewind through tracks e CD Display function display of track number and on PINE BECO mp3 discs song title artist and time elapsed since MP3 Info function ID3 TAG start of the track e Folder selection previous next e Playing Audio CD CD R and CD RW e Track selection forward backward e
7. Seek up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will Seek down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset pushbutton CD Player Operation Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped Refer to the appropriate Blue amp Me User s Manual for further information CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep a CD DVD in good condition take the following precautions 1 Handle the disc by its edge avoid touching the surface 2 If the disc is stained clean the surface with a soft cloth wiping from center to edge 3 Do not apply paper or tape to the disc avoid scratch ing the disc 4 Do not use solvents such as benzene thinner cleaners or anti static sprays 5 Store the disc in its case after playing 6 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight 7 Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high NOTE If y
8. NOTE Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 1 Press the mechanical key release button and release the mechanical key to access the battery case screw located on the side of the Key Fob Mechanical Key Release Button 020235839 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 2 Rotate the screw located on the side of the Key Fob using a small screwdriver 021336637 Battery Case Removed 4 Refit the battery case inside the Key Fob and turn the Key Fob Screw Location screw to lock it into place 021441822 3 Take out the battery case Remove and replace the battery observing its polarity 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie ede odes MARNING OO The door locks can be manually locked or unlocked from WARNING inside the vehicle by using the door handle If the door e Do not leave children or animals inside parked handle is pushed a red lock indicator will show on the vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may door handle indicating locked when the door is closed cause serious injury or death the door will lock For personal security and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle Before exiting a vehicle always apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK and re move the key fo
9. NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8 000 miles 13 000 km or six months whichever occurs first N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307 Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API The manufacturer only recommends API Certified engine oils CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade SAE 5W 30 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy Your engine oil filler cap also states the recommended engine oil viscosity grade for your engine Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine For information on 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M engine oil filler cap location refer to Engine Compart ment in Maintaining Yo
10. The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems per formed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as e How various systems in your vehicle were operating e Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened e How far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or brake pedal and e How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur NOTE EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non trivial crash situation occurs no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per sonal data e g name gender age and crash location are recorded However other parties such as law en forcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equip ment can read the information if
11. WARNING The Electronic Stability Control ESC cannot pre vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ESC cannot prevent acci dents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydro planing Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck less or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others ESC Operating Modes The ESC system has two available operating modes Full On This is the normal operating mode for ESC Whenever the vehicle is started the ESC system will be in On mode This mode should be used for most driving situations ESC should only be turned to Partial Off for specific reasons as noted below Partial Off This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the ESC Off switch This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow sand or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is required to gain traction ee STARTING AND OPERATING 231 To turn ESC on again momentarily press the switch again This will restore the normal ESC On mode of operation NOTE To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with snow chains or starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch to the
12. note FIAT 500 OWNER S MANUAL VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc used in substitution therefore DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum If you are drink ing don t drive Ride with a designated non drinking driver call a cab a friend or use public transportation WARNING Driving after drinking can lead to an accident Your perceptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obliga tion upon itself to install them on products previously manu factured FIAT is a registered trademark of FIAT Group Marketing amp Corporate Communication S
13. 2 Press the or button to select display deactivation Off MPH or km h 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen Autoclose With this function active the doors will automatically lock at when the vehicle s speed exceeds 15 mph 24 km h To change the setting proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button On or Off will flash on the display according to the previous setting 2 Press the or button for setting 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Units Set Units This function may be used to set the measurement unit in three submenus Distance Iemperature and Fuel Economy To set the required unit proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to display the three sub menus 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NN Id 2 Press the or button to navigate the three sub menus 3 Select the required sub menu and then briefly press the MENU ESC button 4 When accessing the Distance submenu briefly press the MENU ESC button Either mi or km will appear on the display according to the previous setting 5 Press the or button for setting 6 Briefly press the MENU ESC bu
14. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is or injury Also be certain to leave a manual dangerous for a number of reasons A child or transmission in REVERSE or first gear Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil damage or injury CAUTION dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle and do not leave the ignition in the MAR ACC ON RUN position A child could operate power win dows other controls or move the vehicle If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released a brake system malfunction is indicated Have the brake system serviced by an Continued authorized dealer immediately 222 STARTING AND OPERATING SPORT MODE Manual Transmission If Equipped The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases in effort and throttle pedal to engine response This driving mode is useful while driving on twisty roads where more steering precision is desired in spirited cornering 1 To activate the Sport mode press the SPORT button SPORT Button Once activated a SPORT message will be displayed in the instrument cluster 2 Momentarily release the accelerator pedal 3 Press the accelerator pedal again to activate STARTING AND OPERATING 223 Automatic Transmission If Equipped The
15. Engine Oil Dipstick 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 4 Front Distribution Unit Fuses 302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II This system monitors the performance of the emissions engine and automatic transmission control systems When these systems are operating properly your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy as well as engine emis sions well within current government regulations If any of these systems require service the OBD II system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION e Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle s emissions control system Failure to pass
16. Seat Belt 242 4 9e EE RD 37 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 183 Replacement Keys serria seuss XS a POR d ERAS 15 Replacement Parts sio osse ee Re REELE eS 304 Replacement Mires 4445404456555 ge PE PTS 248 Reporting Sately Delecis as space eee eher y oes 368 Restraints Child sos gg 55 60 Rotation Tires oaaae aaa 251 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 67 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 69 Safety Defects Reporting xa axe aee eens 368 Dalety niormaton Te 2244625 cma dus idad 232 voii Pr 66 ale Exhaust 185 oe wars d etu Vae HE gee 66 Schedule Maintenance leen 348 Beat Pell Mainlenance nuda qr Are jeep Be me 332 Seat Belt Reminder ge nv4c25444544 6885 4 244 37 Scat Del erered ersa a RE RI SU EA ERAS fae 67 And Pregnant Women uus 490454440244 38 Child Restraint s3 unde nos dei a N a aes 55 Eon od 65 5 x 9 3 REDE Ea BRA ED ie 29 INSPCCHOM 2 RE AE ER beet p Sheena es 67 FPrCtensiONets owe Re SET RE RD REEDE 36 Rear Seat 384 INDEX M Seat Belts Sedan ies RS EER REDS 4046 HAS 25 EA ARE ON EE ee oe ES 87 AOS NE oue de DEER eens OES ona 87 Hedted 64449 454000 ba boon erated neie 91 Selecion Or OU uua vacca ub Bee M ES 307 Sentry Key Immobilizer uses soe smt ges 14 Service Assistance os ees rey mac E A E Es 365 Service CONMACl S auos a OE RAKA ER HARE HS RR 367 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator SS SS SS 134 Service Manuals Gece wee ooo
17. The Loudness function improves the volume of the sound while listening at low volumes increasing the bass and treble To activate deactivate this function select the Loud ness setting in the AUDIO menu The condition of the function on or off is shown on the display for a few seconds by the wording Loudness On or Loudness Off Preset User Classic Rock Jazz Functions If Equipped The built in equalizer can be activated deactivated When the equalizer function is off the audio settings can only be changed by adjusting the Bass and Treble settings whereas when the function is on the acoustic curves can be adjusted To deactivate the equalizer select the EO Preset function in the audio menu N UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 To activate the equalizer use the AUDIO button or to select one of the adjustments e EQ User adjustment of 7 equalizer bands that can be changed by the user e Classic equalizer preset for optimal classic music sound e Rock equalizer preset for optimal rock and pop music sound e Jazz equalizer preset for optimal jazz music sound When one of the equalizer adjustments is activated the wording EQ lights up User EQ Settings Function If Equipped To set a personalized equalizer adjustment 1 Press AUDIO button 2 Use the A or V buttons to set EQ function 3 Use 4 or gt buttons to select EQ User 4 Press MENU bu
18. The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized dealer NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON RUN posi tion NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 21 Electronic Stability Control OFF ESC OFF Indicator Light This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con ESC os r trol system ESC has been turned off by the OFF driver 22 Electronic Stability Control ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator ESC Light in the instrument cluster will come on for four seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light comes on con tinuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system If this light remains on see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected NOTE e The ESC Off Indicator Light and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN e Each time the ignition is turned to ON RUN the ESC system will be on even if it
19. To Open Press and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the vented position Press the switch a second time and hold for approximately one second and release the sunroof will open fully then stop automatically This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof To Close With the sunroof in the full open position pull the power sunroof button and hold it for approximately one second the sunroof will return to the vented position Pull the switch a second time and hold for approximately one second to completely close the sunroof Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction ice debris etc prevents the sunroof from closing press the switch forward and hold for approximately one second after the reversal occurs This allows the sunroof to move toward the closed position NOTE Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped is in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs wit
20. an accident resulting in serious injury or death Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle TIRE CHAINS Never use a tire with a smaller load index or Use only compact chains or other traction aids that meet capacity other than what was originally equipped SAE type Class S specifications Chains must be the on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load Proper size for the vehicle as recommended by the chain index could result in tire overloading and failure manufacturer You could lose control and have an accident Continued NOTE Do not use tire chains on a compact spare tire 250 STARTING AND OPERATING M CAUTION CAUTION Continued To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires observe the Install chains on the front wheels a2 tightly g following precautions possible and then retighten after driving about e Use Security Chain Company SCC SCC Z6 low 0 aile Ok profile or eguivalent chains on 185 55R15 tires only Because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other suspension components it is important that only chains in good condition are used Bro ken chains can cause serious damage Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could indicate chain breakage Remove the damaged parts of the chain before further use Do not exceed 45 mph 70 km h Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps especially with a loaded vehicle Do not drive for
21. including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam Cooling System age e Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition WARNING when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in e When working near the radiator cooling fan dis motion connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the OFF position The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the ON position e Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle e Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires You or others can be badly burned by hot engine disconnected or removed such as when diagnostic coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If testing or for prolonged periods during very rough you see or hear steam coming from under the idle or malfunctioning operating conditions hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator is hot 318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Coolant Checks Selection Of Coolant Check engine coolant antifreeze protection every Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in 12 months before the onset of freezing weather where Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information applicable If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty or
22. press and hold the TRIP button for over one second to reset Exit Trip To exit the Trip function wait until all the values have been displayed or hold the MENU ESC button for longer than one second NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the e Average consumption B menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing settings e Travel time B driving time e Average speed B Trip Functions NOTE Trip B functions may be excluded see Trip B Both trip functions are resettable reset start of new Data Range and Instantaneous consumption can trip not be reset nmm Trip A can be used to display the figures relating to Values Displayed Trip distance A Range This indicates the distance which may be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank assuming that driving e Instant consumption A conditions will not change The message will appear on the display in the following cases e Average consumption e Average speed A e Distance less than 30 miles or 50 km Travel time A driving time Trip B can be used to display the figures relating to P EE or atone E ne eE e Trip distance B 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M NOTE The range depends on several factors driving style type of route freeway residential mountain roads etc conditions of use of
23. rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant anti freeze Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser e Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than specified Organic Additive Technology OAT en gine coolant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection Organic Additive Technology OAT engine cool Cooling System Drain Flush And Refill ant is different and should not be mixed with Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper Hybrid Organic Additive Technology HOAT en maintenance intervals gine coolant antifreeze If a non OAT engine coolant antifreeze is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the specified engine coolant antifreeze as soon as possible If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals Properly dispose of old engine coolant antifreeze Continued N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 CAUTION Continued e Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use addi tional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be com
24. the radio is also enabled to play CDROMs on which compressed audio files have been recorded in an MP3 format To guarantee optimal reproduction it is advisable to use good quality CDs burned at the lowest speed possible The files on an MP3 CD are structured in folders that create lists of all the folders containing MP3 tracks folders or subfolders are all on the same level The folders that do not contain MP3 tracks cannot be selected The specifications and operating conditions for playing MP3 files are the following e The CD ROMs used should be burned in accordance with ISO standard 9660 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M e The music files should have the extension mp3 or wma files with a different extension will not be reproduced e The sampling frequencies that can be reproduced are 44 1 kHz stereo from 96 to 320 kbit s 22 05 kHz mono or stereo from 32 to 80 kbit s e Tracks with a variable bit rate can be reproduced NOTE The track names must not include the following characters spaces apostrophes and open and close brackets During the burning of a MP3 CD make sure that the names of the files do not contain these characters if not the radio will not be able to play the tracks involved Selecting MP3 Sessions With Hybrid Discs If a hybrid disc is inserted Mixed Mode Enhanced CD Extra also containing MP3 files the radio automati cally starts playing the audio se
25. 041040269 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Display NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 The EVIC consists of the following e System Status Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Outside Temperature Display e Trip Computer Functions 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EVIC Displays EVIC Display Manual Transmission 1 Temperature Indicator 2 Fuel Level Gauge 3 Clock 4 Odometer 5 Sport Mode 6 Message Display 7 Coolant Temperature Gauge 8 Digital Speedometer 9 Ice Warning Indicator 10 Gear Shift Indicator GSI 041065140 oF 7 of rol ORE GER Wen 041066141 EVIC Display Automatic Transmission 1 Ice Warning Indicator 2 Temperature Indicator 3 Fuel Level Gauge 4 Clock 5 Odometer 6 Message Display 7 Coolant Temperature Gauge 8 Digital Speedometer 9 Autostick Gear Indicator 10 Auto Sport ECO Indicator NN UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 EVIC Control Buttons Press the MENU ESC button briefly to access the menu and or go to next screen or to confirm the required menu option Press and hold the MENU ESC button approxi mately one second to return to the main screen Press the button to scroll upward through the dis played menu and the related options or to increase the displayed value Press th
26. 2 42 ex GELEDE RES 6 5 15 Power Door Locks 3 444 eek SERE ED RE 2l O General Information 15 W Power Windows 2 46 st RE REDE aos 22 ll Remote Keyless Entry RKE If Equipped 15 O Power Window Switches 22 3 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate l6 EL imate sie mei y Yd DRR Rd HR 24 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ee ll Occupant Restraints 000 OLap Snoulder Dens si eu erre toe we ea gus O Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure O Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions D Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped O Energy Management Feature O Seat Belt Pretensioners O Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert O Seat Belt Extender 0008 O Seat Belts And Pregnant Women O Supplemental Restraint System SRS Air Bags O Advanced Front Air Bag Features 41 O Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls 44 D Event Data Recorder EDR 54 O Child Restraints is ssepe y ES 55 N Engine Break In Recommendations 65 NM Safety MAER EE EE ee shee de es 66 H lransporting Passengers 4244442600040 66 EU EXaus GAS opeis se SEERDE dre EO Bar Sed 66 O Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The PC TFC LE 67 O Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle LL 69 N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The vehicle
27. 207 325 Pitter ia oe VREES AA KOR DR ee He 326 PU 22522 oes OE ee N EU US 325 Maintenance acca oo a eh Rh EES ER eR eS 925 Manual cud etes eee eons DE E ER CIR n 925 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry i e deed ict ees 18 Transpor c del serris beta eae Gu i cen Eid d 65 Tread Wear Indicators 4 2 9 2 Rs 247 Tip OdONIGIGE s o x sco AS ORDE DR ee ER 139 Te Eie op ea epee hehe ER EG gente 98 130 DCE CONMNGCION 24344645454 DE OR PES PRESE 182 Uniform Tire Quality Grades suis teres 370 Universal Consumer Interface UCI Connector 182 Unleaded Gasoline 0 00000 eee 257 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Ho die cis Ese Gago par Pr qa Ex Oe 299 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Velleio DIOIGCe as e Ses ires que DERE P god 197 338 WOO L EDE aeea soe a PYN 129 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 129 Warnings and Ca tions x xui xo xm ay oi RR 6 Warranty Information 4 368 Washer OCS PINO 4 seater yb Ghee 4 XE HR RS 314 Washers Windshield 101 103 Washing CNICle 44 448 SE VERDER Gok RS PES 327 Se INDEX 387 Water Divine TDIOUSDL 2239 5 oe eeu eae ere ge d 217 Wheel and Wheel Trim less 329 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 329 Wind DUNeINS 2a sa ee ah e xa SUPR css 24 115 Window FOGGING ss seek on 9 sog ES heel av 196 WIndows 3465446055 ETERST SENSA SX tes 22 POS BE x a n BUR PU
28. 261 Pahau OY SII ars tages pee x ou ceo are y 39 66 315 EXICHOF EIS RAAR 2a conan ta ae AR aus 70 Filler Location Fuel uu uie 2664 48446245 6 140 Filters Air Cleaner 21423993 8234255 2 54 308 Automatic Transmission 326 erani 20 nm 308 344 Flash To Pass uis hem ERRORS DAE LEGS 97 Flashers TUIS ga ep ew RARR HER aoe PERDE 70 Flooded Engine Starting spa iek HERO I S 204 Bitte apaeili s Cr 343 Fd Leaks iss a5 eee so BOER SEED kee 70 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 326 Fluid Brake x s4046 5 664 449 4d CROPS OE EES 345 PIGS 2 45 AAS ORE EL EER EE ETES 344 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 344 za ril D yee 100 130 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 502 0604 gee ae ee aes 293 Pugl serre Ou coe ve PRI CENE DE ee oe 257 344 Additives 27x AA SAL AR ER N S 259 S nr ee oue os Bee ERK RS He ne ER oe 343 SE UP oaa wes ROER EER ES 297 Cutoff SS SS rs 48 Filler Cap Gas Cap asegura hx en 140 262 Filler Door Gas Cap sis este PES EER RUE EE 140 Gasoline 25445446 ARE OE EEEqU ST OE 257 fro Hr 140 Nn INDEX 379 Ee rre 130 Odan Je HDD is EE ERA ES as HEES 257 hettie sa 93 9 9 0 4 came oe RS aya 207 Tank Capacity sans aon ence dis SUPCR Rosen 343 Fuel System Cantin 44 604 vorat chu aci en er Ris 262 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 2 293255 4 262 263 Gasoline Fuel 20 00 0000 eee 257 343 Gasoline Clean Air eee 257 Gasoline Reform
29. 306 dcus A HO TEER 306 Be ME cht as Wa dE EVE Ed 308 Filler APR OE SE ER N ORE OE EN 308 identification LOEO ao c dox iran Bea dos HER ee 307 Materials Added to sls 308 Recommendation les 307 343 DUNC poetse rerea edes ORDES 308 WISCOGIUY usura Tee DE BO PE Ie VA 39d PESCE 307 Onboard Diagnostic System less 302 Operator Manual Owner s Manual 4 Overhedting Enge sese ea doxes ont VERSE 138 267 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 4 369 Paint ote RP 326 Parke Drake 425664447555 Sd SERE Rd Owes 220 Pele DL RE EE RE IE ET EES 65 Placard Tire and Loading Information 238 Power Door Locks sept uRERR ees tenho ee eee te 21 iiio P P rm 78 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet B xu A P aS 219 inns A Pr 114 light A SERE ERA m 22 Power Steel DIE 23 ume pide HE prsti ES 345 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 38 N INDEX 383 Preparation for Jackie usos SOOS EED 283 Pretensioners Deal Dell s a ete m 36 Radial Piy DOS aor 2 wi de ER ERA SR ORR HOE 245 Radio Sound Systems EE ES 157 Radio OBERAHOI ss oo Ed ritt an apis aai 157 185 Radio Recep alos aite ey eiretat oiai 157 Rear Iiitedie oedal codex paga Vr vu S ES ES 24 Recorder Event Data 0 0005 54 Recreational ONS si eds ose tienes ptT P ES 264 Kel Hsebdnb uas RES RETIA A ROUES XY 311 Release Hood ele 94 Reminder
30. And Visual Signals Supplied By The Rear Park Assist System Audible signal dashboard loudspeaker e Sound pulses emitted at a rate that in An obstacle is present within the creases as the distance decreases sensors field of view e Emits continuous tone at 12 in 30 cm e Adjustable volume level Refer to Menu Functions for further information Obstacle Distance Visual Signal instrument panel e Icon appears on display e Message is displayed on multifunction display where provided Failure Sensor or System failures While audible signals are emitted the audio system is not measured by the inner sensors is constant If this condi muted tion occurs for the external sensors the signal is cut off after 3 seconds stopping warnings during maneuvers The audible signal is cut out immediately if the distance parallel to walls increases The tone cycle remains constant if the distance Failure Indications A malfunction of the Rear Park Assist sensors or system is indicated during REVERSE gear engagement by the instrument panel warning icon equipped Refer to Instrument Cluster De scriptions in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information The warning icon is illuminated and a message is displayed on the multifunction display if The sensors and wiring are tested continuously when the ignition is in the ON RUN position Failures are indi cated immediately if they occu
31. C EE Se 055707139 Tire Rotation 252 STARTING AND OPERATING ie TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom mended cold tire pressure The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi 6 9 kPa for every 12 F 6 5 C This means that when the outside temperature decreases the tire pressure will decrease Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for information on how to properly inflate the vehicle s tires The tire pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pres sure The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for any reason including low temperature effects or natural pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condition exists and will not turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended cold t
32. E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center Signature Authorized Service Center N MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 359 136 000 Miles 221 000 km or 144 000 Miles 234 000 km or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule H Change the engine oil and engine oil filter J Change the engine oil and engine oil L1 Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before filter 144 000 miles 234 000 km Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the irregular wear even if it occurs before engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary 136 000 miles 221 000 km Inspect exhaust system Replace cabin filter Clean and lube sun roof tracks Inspect brake linings Inspect CV joints Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center Signature Authorized Service Center 360 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES M 152 000 Miles 247 000
33. Each of these features operates independently from each other If any feature is controlled manually temperature control will continue to operate automati cally There are 12 fixed blower speeds Use the blower control up or down buttons to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select The blower speed increases as you press or hold the blower control up button and decreases when you press or hold the blower control down button i ui Blower Control The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by pressing the blower control up or down buttons The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected This allows the front occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the AUTO mode 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by selecting one of the following positions Panel Mode gt gt Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction There is a shut off wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side win
34. Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LI Metric ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have the letter T or S molded into the sidewall preceding the size desig nation Example T145 80D18 103M High flotation tire sizing is based on U S design standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded into the sidewall Example 31x10 5 R15 LT 234 STARTING AND OPERATING M Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE Size Designation P Passenger car tire size based on U S design standards blank Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards T or S Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R means radial construction D means diagonal or bias construction 15 Rim diameter in inches in ee STARTING AND OPERATING 235 EXAMPLE Service Description 95 Load Index A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H Speed Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load i
35. Occupant TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your To open the hood two latches must be released Vehicle for information on tether routing 1 Pull the bottom of the RED hood release lever located on the left kick panel rearward 031335902 Hood Release Lever N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 2 Rotate the safety catch under the front edge of the In hot climates the prop rod may be hot Pick up the prop hood near the center and raise the hood rod at the foam on the end of the prop rod WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death CAUTION 031335904 To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Lower the hood until it is open approxi mately 8 in 20 cm and then drop it This should secure both latches Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged Safety Latch Location Lift the hood prop rod that clips to the right side left side when standing in front of the hood of the engine compartment Place the hood prop rod in the hole of hood hinge to secure the hood in the open position 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever located on th
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37. a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demister outlets e Mix Pe Air is directed through the floor defrost and side ef window demister outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M the windshield This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield e Defrost CH Air is directed through the windshield and side window demister outlets Use this mode with maximum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting NOTE The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix or Defrost even if the Air Conditioning A C button is not pressed This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield To improve fuel economy use these modes only when necessary 5 A C Button Press this button to engage the Air Conditioning A light will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is engaged MAX A C For maximum cooling use the A C and recirculation modes at the same time ECONOMY MODE If economy mode is desired press the A C button to turn OFF the indicator light and the A C compressor Then move the temperature control to the desired temperature Operating Tips Chart UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS HOT WEATHER AND VEHICLE INTERIOR IS VERY HOT WARM WEATHER cae a COOL OR COLD 4 HUMID CONDITIONS 6
38. all collisions This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag system NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags any throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation or all of the following may occur continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s in e The nylon air bag material may sometimes cause EE plea abrasions and or skin reddening to the driver and 5 2 front passenger as the air bags deploy and unfold The Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those ployed If you are involved in another collision the air you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium bags will not be in place to protect you floor They are not caused by contact with chemicals They are not permanent and normally heal quickly However if you haven t healed significantly within a few days or if you have any blistering see your doctor immediately Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision Have the air bags seat belt pretensioners and the front seat belt retrac e As the air bags deflate you may see some smoke like tor assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer im particles The particles are a normal by product of the mediately Also have the Occupant Restraint Con process that generates the non toxi
39. bag which may cause severe or fatal injury to the infant 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat e Make sure that the child is upright in the seat e The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible e Check belt fit periodically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position e f the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint e Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards FIAT Group Automobiles also recommends that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it e The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits e Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint If you install the restraint improperly it may not work when you need it NOTE For additional information refer to
40. basic characteristic of this hands free kit is voice recognition with Bluetooth wireless technology With this system you can make and receive calls safely and securely by using either voice commands or buttons on the steering wheel This can be done under any driving condition without ever having to take your eyes off the road or remove your hands from the steering wheel as required by current laws Bluetooth wireless technology enables wireless connec tion between your mobile phone and the hands free kit installed on your car To use the hands free kit you need a Bluetooth wireless technology enabled mobile phone This hands free kit gives you the possibility of interacting vocally with your mobile phone while driving even if your mobile device does not feature this capability You can also interact with 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M your mobile phone manually and visually using the For further details on the mobile phones supported by steering wheel controls and the instrument panel multi BLUE amp ME refer to section BLUE amp METM SUPPORTED function display MOBILE PHONES To get started with BLUE amp ME hands free kit with voice recognition you have to simply pair your Bluetooth wireless technology enabled mobile phone t with the system Pairing is an operation that has to be made only once NOTE 4 eis VR Tm lt O e During the mobile phone pairing procedure BLUE amp ME attempts
41. be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed Refer to the paragraph on Tread Wear Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard for the size designation of your tire The service description and load identification will be found on the original equipment tire Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety handling and ride of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your original equipment or an autho rized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability ee STARTING AND OPERATING 249 WARNING WARNING Continued e Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control e Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus pension dimensions and performance characteris tics resulting in changes to steering handling and braking of your vehicle This can cause unpredict able handling and stress to steering and suspen CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read sion components You could lose control and have ings
42. button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Buzzer Volume Adjusting The Failure Warning Buzzer Volume With this function the volume of the buzzer accompany ing any failure warning indication can be adjusted to one of eight volume levels To adjust the volume proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button The previously set volume level will flash on the display 2 Press the or button for setting 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Button Volume Button Volume Adjustment This function may be used to adjust the volume of the beep accompanying the buttons MENU ESC or can be adjusted according to 8 levels To adjust the volume proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button The previously set volume level will flash on the display 2 Press the or button for setting 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Belt Buzzer Buzzer Activation For S B R Indication This function will only be displayed after a FIAT Grou
43. carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the com plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged i e bent retractor torn webbing etc If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition replace the belt 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie Air Bag Warning Light The light should come on and remain on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light is not lit during starting see your authorized dealer If the light stays on flickers or comes
44. could prevent vehicle registration For states that require an Inspection and Mainte t nance I M this check verifies the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is functioning and is not on when the engine is running and that the OBD II system is ready for testing Normally the OBD II system will be ready The OBD II system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD II system is ready you must do the following 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position but do not crank or start the engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 303 2 If you crank or start the engine you will have to start this test over 3 As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON position you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check 4 Approximately 15 seconds later one of two things will happen a The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD II system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I M station b The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you
45. environ ment and create a pairing relationship with BLUE amp ME you can make phone calls by speaking keywords or pressing buttons on the steering wheel When using the hands free phone the audio output of a phone conversation is heard through your car sound speakers Message Reader The BLUE amp ME message reader enables automatic reading through the car sound system of the SMS texts you receive on your Bluetooth wireless technology mobile phone that are received when the phone is paired and connected to BLUE amp ME system It does not pro vide access to messages that were received before you entered the car and connected with the BLUE amp ME system The message reader will also interpret any ab breviation and emoticon contained in the SMS text NN UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 NOTE Not all mobile phones support the SMS text message reader function or automatic phonebook trans fer via Bluetooth Consult www fiatusa com for further information on the list of compatible mobile phones Message reader functions are managed by the control buttons on the steering wheel or by the BLUE amp ME voice commands The BLUE amp ME message reader enables the following operations e To display on the instrument panel multifunction display a visual notification signal indicating that you have received a new SMS text on your Bluetooth wireless technology mobile phone with sender s number name BLUE am
46. exhaust system Replace cabin filter Clean and lube sun roof tracks Inspect brake linings Inspect CV joints Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center Signature Authorized Service Center N MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 351 24 000 Miles 39 000 km or 18 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Included in the Maintenance Program L1 Change the engine oil and engine oil fil ter _I Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 24 000 miles 39 000 km M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 352 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES See 32 000 Miles 52 000 km or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Included in the Maintenance Program Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 32 000 miles 52 000 km Inspect exhaust system Replace the spark plugs Replace the engine air cleaner filter Re
47. fatal to you your passengers and others around you 220 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING Continued operation with reduced or no power steer ing assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others Service should be obtained as soon as pos sible PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle make sure that the parking brake is fully applied Also be certain to leave manual transmission in REVERSE or first gear The parking brake lever is located in the center console To apply the parking brake pull the lever up as firmly as possible To release the parking brake pull the lever up slightly press the center button then lower the lever completely Parking Brake When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the MAR ACC ON RUN position the Brake Warning Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate When parking on a hill it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away N STARTING AND OPERATING 221 from the curb on an uphill grade The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in WARNING Continued the vehicle e Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake WARNING failure and a collision Always fully apply the parking brake when leav e Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage access to an unlocked vehicle
48. for further information 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ie Turn Signals Push the multifunction lever upward to signal a right turn or downward to signal a left turn The correspond ing indicator in the instrument cluster will blink to indicate the operation of the turn signal 031410254 Turn Signal Operation NOTE The indicators will automatically turn off when the turn has been completed and the steering wheel is returned to a straight position Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once without moving beyond the detent and the turn signal right or left will flash three times then automatically turn off Follow Me Home Headlight Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for a preset period of time Activation Remove the key or turn the ignition to the OFF LOCK position and pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel within two minutes Each time the lever is pulled the activation of the lights will be extended by 30 seconds The activation of the lights can be extended to a maximum of 210 seconds N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Deactivation Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for more than two seconds Interior Lights The interior light switches are located in the overhead console The interior lights can be set to three different positions Off Left Position Center Position
49. free kit enables the following operations e Contact Calling By Voice you can call a contact in your mobile phone phonebook using your voice You can also call a contact in your phonebook by scanning through the entries on the multifunction display To use this option you have to transfer your mobile phone contacts to the hands free kit phonebook e Digit Dialing By Voice you can dial a phone number by pressing the VR button on the steering wheel and speaking the digits to be dialed e To Call The SMS Text Sender call directly the last SMS text sender or the sender of a message received and stored in the BLUE amp ME inbox 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ie e To Answer A Call you can answer an incoming call by pressing the MAIN Phone button on the steering wheel e Conference Call you can call another contact while you are engaged in a phone conversation with Bluetooth phones supporting this option e Call Waiting while engaged in a phone conversa tion you can receive notification of another incoming phone call answer the other incoming phone call and switch between two ongoing phone conversations Call waiting is only supported by a subset of compat ible mobile phones e Refusing Incoming Call Or Ending A Call you can refuse an incoming call or end a current call by pressing the Phone Hang up button on the steering wheel After you place your mobile phone in the car
50. ft lbs 85 N m for steel wheels and 75 ft lbs 100 N m for aluminum wheels If you doubt that you have tightened the bolts correctly have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station 9 Disassemble the jack and tools and place them in the bag Stow it under the driver s seat and secure the bag to the floor with the straps attached to the floor of the vehicle WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided 10 Place the deflated flat tire in the cargo area Have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible N WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 289 WARNING A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immedi ately 11 Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible Correct the tire pressure as required Spare Tire Stowage Reverse instructions of the spare removal section Rotate the jack wrench tool on the winch drive nut clockwise until effort becomes heavy and an audible click is heard indicating the spare is properly stowed CAUTION The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack wrench extension tool only Use of air wrench or power tool may damage the winch JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE If your vehicle has a dis
51. grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system Do not park or operate your ve hicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn 316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE See CAUTION e The catalytic converter requires the use of un leaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con trol device and may seriously reduce engine per formance and cause serious damage to the engine Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance have your vehicle serviced promptly Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and vehicle Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service
52. ll Radio Operation And Mobile Phones 185 W Climate Controls 0400 186 o Manual Heating And Air Conditioning 186 PD Operate Tips Chart 22 setir op snp 189 O Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Iso yo orco P 190 Operate TIPS a xa se RAAS RE RSA RE SERE 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 49 0 03 626909 9 16 040140268 Side Vent 7 Passenger Air Bag 13 Storage Compartment 2 Multifunction Lever Light Control 8 Glove Compartment 14 Shift Lever 3 Instrument Cluster And Warning Lights 9 Rear Defrost Button 15 Sport Button 4 Windshield Wiper Washer Trip Computer 10 Hazard Button 16 Horn Driver Airbag 5 Central Air Vents 11 Climate Controls 6 Storage Compartment Radio 12 Power Windows Control 128 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 040364250 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1 Glow Plug Light If Equipped The Glow Plug light will flash during engine oil viscosity sensor measurement in cold weather During this measurement up to 10 seconds the starter will be disabled If the measured oil viscosity is OK the light will turn off and the engine will be allowed to crank If the measured oil viscosity is too high engine cranking will be disabled and the light will blink repeatedly until the oil temperature is raised preferably by an ex
53. may also reduce braking capacity in an emergency N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services or immediately if the Brake Warning Light is on Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap If necessary add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reservoir Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear The brake fluid level should be checked when the pads are replaced However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to both the brake system and the clutch release system The two systems are separated in the reservoir and a leak in one system will not affect the other system The manual transmission clutch release system should not require fluid replacement during the life of the vehicle If the brake fluid reservoir is low and the brake system does not indicate any leaks or other problems it may be a result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system See your local authorized dealer for service Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Re fer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING e Use only manufacturer
54. necessary to modify the air bag system for persons with disabilities contact your autho rized dealer N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Air Bag Warning Light You will want to have the air bags ready to 9 inflate for your protection in a collision The Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance free if any of the following occurs have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately e The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON RUN position e The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to eight second interval e The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving NOTE If the speedometer tachometer or any engine related gauges are not working the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC may also be disabled The air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection Promptly check the Body Control Module BCM fuse block inside the vehicle for blown fuses Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper air bag fuses See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR
55. noise The ABS cannot prevent collisions including These occurrences are normal and indicate that the those resulting from excessive speed in turns system is functioning properly following another vehicle too closely or hydro planing ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a advanced electronic brake control system that includes the Anti Lock Brake Continued 226 STARTING AND OPERATING M System ABS Brake Assist System BAS Traction Con trol System TCS Hill Start Assist HSA and Electronic Stability Control ESC All systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESC Anti Lock Brake System ABS This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lockup and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking Refer to Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System in Start ing and Operating for further information Brake Assist System BAS The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes This can help reduce braking distances The BAS complements the Anti Lock Brake System ABS Applying the brakes
56. on while driving have the system checked by an autho rized dealer Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your vehicle Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways WARNING Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per sonal injury e Always make sure that floor mats are properly attached to the floor mat fasteners Never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and inter fering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle Continued N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 WARNING Continued WARNING Continued e Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or top of already installed floor mats Additional floor mats and other coverings will reduce the size of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals Check mounting of mats on a regular basis Al
57. phone numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard American Express and Discover orders are ac cepted If you prefer mailing your payment please call for an order form NOTE A street address is required when ordering manuals no P O Boxes e Service Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor mation that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing troubleshooting problem solving maintain ing servicing and repairing FIAT Group Automobiles vehicles A complete working knowledge of the vehicle system and or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations diagrams and charts e Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia grams charts and detailed illustrations These practi cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled ve hicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshooting and drivability procedures proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment 370 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE C e Owner s Manuals These Owner s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific FIAT Group Automobiles vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and maintenance procedures as well as specifications capabilities and
58. products such as engine oil gasoline etc NOTE Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend ing on geographical area and frequency of use Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering marks water lines or wet spots If any of these conditions are present clean the wiper blades or replace as neces sary Rear Wiper Blade Removal Installation 1 Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward this will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the liftgate glass MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 072607741 1 Wiper Arm 2 Pivot Cap 1 NOTE The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully upward unless the pivot cap is raised first 2 Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3 Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it 4 Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper holder at the end of the wiper arm and firmly press the blade holder wiper blade until it snaps into place 5 Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into place Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and the fluid level should be checked at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with wind shield washer solvent not engine coolant antifreeze Refer to Engine Compartment in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further infor
59. prolonged periods of time on dry pavement Observe the tire chain manufacturer s instructions on the method of installation operating speed and conditions for use Always use the lower suggested operating speed of the chain manufac turer if different from the speed recommended by the vehicle manufacturer Always use the lower suggested operating speed if the chain manufacturer and vehicle manufacturer suggest different maximum speeds This notice applies to all chain traction devices including link and cable radial Continued chains TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat terns These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals More frequent rotation is permis sible if desired The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being per formed STARTING AND OPERATING 251 The suggested rotation method is shown in the following diagram Eu
60. props support the liftgate in the open position window However because the gas pressure drops with tempera ture it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather e Knee bolsters blockers for front seat occupants e Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB e Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may enhance occupant protection by managing occupant energy during an impact event 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie e All seat belt systems except the driver s include Automatic Locking Retractors ALRs which lock the seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat if equipped Please pay close attention to the information in this section It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible If you will be carrying children too small for adult sized seat belts the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems For more information on LATCH refer to LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag 1 Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a
61. provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough When it is not required remove the ex tender and store it WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating positions Remove and store the extender when not needed Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Supplemental Restraint System SRS Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers In addition the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column
62. s Guide and read its instructions and safety when the car is stopped information carefully Read and Follow Instructions before using your system read and follow all instructions and safety SEATS information provided in this User s Guide Not Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the following precautions found in this User s Guide vehicle can lead to an accident or other serious conse quences Continued 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING e It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly 030935938 Adjusting Bar Front Seats Forward Rearward Adjustment While sitting in the seat lift up on the bar and move the The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats near Seat forward or rearward Release the bar once the the floor desired position is reached Then using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 WARNING OO M i e Adjusting a seat while drivi
63. s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your brake system and or impair its performance The proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the original factory installed hydraulic master cylin der reservoir Continued 324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING Continued WARNING Continued e To avoid contamination from foreign matter or e Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami moisture use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container Keep the be damaged causing partial or complete brake master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times failure This could result in a collision Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point CAUTION This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged braking resulting in sudden brake Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall failure This could result in a collision clutch system performance Improper brake fluids Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in may damage the clutch system resulting in loss of spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts causing clutch function and the ability to shift the transmis the brake fluid to catch fire Brake fluid can a
64. safety tips Call toll free at e 1 800 890 4038 U S e 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the Worldwide Web at e www techauthority com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration The specific grade rating assigned by the tire s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart N F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 371 significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road charac teristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance WARNING The tr
65. speeds will reduce fogging Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed by selecting the DEFROST mode Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a non filming cleaning solution vinegar and water works very well will help prevent contaminates cigarette smoke perfumes etc from sticking to the windows Contaminates increase the rate of window fogging Summer Operation NOTE In some cases during high temperature opera tion the air conditioning system performance may be reduced This is to help protect the engine from overheat ing during the high load condition Your air conditioning system is also equipped with an automatic recirculation system When the system senses a heavy load or high heat conditions it may use Recir culation A C mode to provide additional comfort while in automatic mode Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter months make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of ice slush snow or other obstructions NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air using the high blower setting This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again STARTING AND OPERA
66. suggestions 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Cavity Vehicle Mini Description Interior Fuses deni Fuse The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Number Module BCM and is located on the driver s side under 7 5 Amp Right Low Beam the instrument panel Brown Es F32 5 Amp Front and Rear Tan Ceiling Lights Trunk and Door Courtesy Lights F53 5 Amp _ Instrument Panel Tan Node F38 20 Amp Central Door Lock Yellow ing 10 Amp _ Diagnostic Socket Red Car Radio Climate Control System 20 Amp Bi Directional Yellow Washer 072710801 EN Fuse Panel MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 Cavity Vehicle Mini Description Cavity Vehicle Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Number F48 20 Amp _ Passenger Power Yellow Window oAmp Ignition Climate Tan Control 20 Amp Driver Power Win Yellow dow 7 5 Amp Airbag Brown F51 5 Amp Car Radio Switch 10 Tan Climate Control System Stop Light Clutch F37 5 Amp Stop Light Switch 11 Tan Instrument Panel F13 7 5 Amp Left Low Beam Node Brown Headlamp Leveling F49 5 Amp _ Exterior Mirror F50 12 Tan GPS Electric Mir ror Parking Sensor 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of the engine compartment next to the battery To access the fuses press the release tabs and remove the cover 072710794 Front Distribution Unit The ID number of the electrical c
67. system in any mode The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the 0 OFF position There are four blower speeds 3 Recirculation Control Rotate this control to change the system between recir culation mode and outside air mode Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke odors dust or high humidity are present NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 NOTE e Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur Extended use of this mode is not recommended e The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle Select the outside air position for maximum defogging e Recirculation can be used in all modes except for Defrost and Mix e The A C can be deselected manually without disturb ing the mode control selection 4 Mode Control Rotate this control to change the system between Modes Panel Bi Level Floor Mix Defrost e Panel gt gt Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow NOTE The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers for maximum airflow to the rear e Bi Level Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets e Floor ugh Air is directed through the floor outlets with
68. tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated NOTE Mixing engine coolant antifreeze types is not recommended and can result in cooling system damage Drain flush and refill as soon as possible to avoid damage if coolant types are mixed in an emergency Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant antifreeze and to ensure that engine coolant antifreeze The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING e The warming words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre caution Never add engine coolant antifreeze when the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle Personal injury or en gine damage may result Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 rules for your community To prevent ingestion by ani mals or childr
69. the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the windshield A Adjusting Rearview Mirror N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate NOTE This feature is disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse 030406002 Automatic Dimming Mirror CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ie Power Mirrors mirror press the mirror select switch to either the L left The power mirror controls are located on the driver s or R right to select the mirror you need to adjust door trim panel Using the mirror control switch press on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with
70. the road you must follow the system reset procedure Customer Will See e Turn on the interior lights which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed e Unlock the doors automatically Customer Action 1 Turn ignition OFF Turn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State 2 Turn ignition ON 3 Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON Left Turn Light is OFF Right Turn Light BLINKS Right Turn Light is ON SOLID Left Turn Light BLINKS 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie Customer Action Customer Will See 4 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch ON Left Turn Light is ON SOLID Right Turn Light BLINKS 5 Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON Right Turn Light is ON SOLID Left Turn Light BLINKS 6 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch ON Left Turn Light is ON SOLID Right Turn Light is ON SOLID 7 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch OFF Turn Signal Left Turn Light is OFF Right Turn Light is OFF Switch Must be placed in Neutral State 8 Turn ignition OFF System is now reset and the engine may be started 9 Tum Hazard Flashers OFF Manually oe If a reset procedure step is not completed within 45 sec If A Deployment Occurs onds then the turn signal lights will turn off and the reset The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate procedure must be performed again in order to be immediately after deployment successful NOTE Front and or side air bags will not deploy in
71. they have access to the vehicle or the EDR NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times including babies and children Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt Always check the child seat Owner s Manual to ensure you have the correct seat for your child Use the restraint that is correct for your child WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a projectile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child no matter how strong you are The child and others could be badly injured Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child s size Infants And Child Restraints Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach either the height or weig
72. to be replaced Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet ATIT 692 17v E Do not touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure 034662413 Power Outlet Fuse Location Underhood F15 Fuse 15 A Blue Cigar Lighter Front Console NN UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 CAUTION CIGAR LIGHTER IF EQUIPPED e Many accessories that can be plugged in draw WARNING power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use ie cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with great caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged i
73. to clear the area around the front wheels Then shift back and forth between DRIVE automatic transmission or 1st gear manual transmis sion and REVERSE Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spin ning the wheels is most effective CAUTION Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure Allow the en gine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking motion cycles This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle 294 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES M NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con trol or Electronic Stability Control ESC turn the system OFF before attempting to rock the vehicle CAUTION e When rocking a stuck vehicle by moving be tween DRIVE automatic transmission or 1st gear manual transmission and REVERSE do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h or drive train damage may result Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission or clutch manual trans mission overheating and failure It can also dam age the tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph 48 km h while in gear no transmission shifting occurring WARNINCG Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage or even failur
74. to detect a phone equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology within range and then establishes the connection using a Personal Iden tification Number PIN 1 Mute ESC 2 Phone Main 4 Voice Recognition VR 3 Phone Hang Up e Once your phone is paired you have the option to transfer your mobile phone contacts to the hands free kit to make a phone call either by using the contacts N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 list or directly pronouncing the phone number to answer a call and also to answer another incoming phone call e To interact with BLUE amp ME M you can use either the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands With voice recognition you can perform system func tions by speaking voice commands also identified as keywords When the system recognizes a keyword it will respond with the appropriate action Voice recognition is an easy and convenient way to use BLUE amp ME All the system functions are available within the BLUE amp ME Main Menu When the car is not moving you can scroll through the complete menu by using either the buttons on the steering wheel or the voice commands When you are travelling you can interact with BLUE amp ME by using the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands relevant only to phone functions LAST CALLS and PHONEBOOK and the media player To activate settings when travelling you can only use voice commands The hands
75. to go back to the main screen N Press the button to return to the first menu option Speed Beep Press the button to return to the last menu option 041138886 Daylights Introduction The radio has been designed according to the specifica tions of the passenger compartment with a personalized design to match the style of the dashboard 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M WARNING Having the volume turned up high can cause the driver to no be able to hear important traffic sounds If the radio has BLUE amp ME refer to the appropriate BLUE amp ME User s Manual for further information The instructions for use are given below and we recom mend you to read them carefully Suggestions Road Safety Please learn how to use all different radio functions e g store stations before beginning to drive Reception Conditions Reception conditions change constantly while driving Reception may be interfered with by the presence of mountains buildings or bridges or when you are far away from the broadcaster i e sirens horns etc This could cause an accident Always adjust the volume so that you can still hear background noises Care And Maintenance Clean the cover with a soft antistatic cloth only Cleaning and polishing products could damage the surface CDs The presence of dirt scratches or distortions on the CDs could cause skipping and poor sound quality while it is playing F
76. turn OFF the ignition or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD II system is ready and you can proceed to the I M station 304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M If your OBD II system is not ready you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD II system is ready or not if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine parts for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the de signed performance Damage or failures caused by the use of non genuine parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer s warranty DEALER SERVICE Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person nel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Int
77. turned off but the A C system shall remain active to prevent fogging of the windows e If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass select Defrost mode and increase blower speed Recirculation Control When outside air contains smoke odors or c high humidity or if rapid cooling is desired you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the RECIRCULATION control button Recirculation mode should only be used temporarily The recirculation LED will illuminate when this button is selected Push the button a second time to turn off the Recirculation mode LED and allow outside air into the vehicle NOTE In cold weather use of Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging The Recirculation mode is not allowed in the Defrost mode to improve window clearing operation Recirculation will be dis abled automatically if this mode is selected 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL See Operating Tips Window Fogging Windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it s rainy or humid In most cases turning the air conditioning pressing the A C button on will clear the fog Adjust the temperature control air direction and blower speed to maintain comfort As the temperature gets colder it may be necessary to direct air onto the windshield Adjust the temperature control and blower speed to maintain comfort Higher blower
78. two weeks or more run the in the fresh air and high blower setting This will 15 Amp Rear Defroster ders oo ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the Blue Heated Mirrors me possibility of compressor damage when the system is 5 Amp Tan Lights started again 5 Amp Tan Heated Mirrors N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Lights Bulb Type Overhead Lamp as Ee Ra ERK ohh oes a rya COW Courtesy Lamp soon desear den ete eaten ees W5W Exterior Lights Bulb Type Front Low and High Beam Headlamp HIR2 Front Parking Daytime Running Lamps W21 5W Font Fog Lanp ensirek eaten eye ex ERREUR H11 Front Side Marker Daiips s s eu ee wend W3W Front Turn Signal Lamps 62050565 WY21W Side Virechon Lamps ie 9 p greed oce b Ele RA W5W Rear Turn Signal Lamps s uda do EER oA PY21W Rear Side Marker Lamps W3 Rear Tail and Stop Lamps P21W 5W Rear back di ANS wane OE GRAM VD a ad Bae a W16W Center High Mounted Stop Lamp W5W License Plate Lamps c nee ewe en a pe nerui LED See Authorized Dealer NOTE Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer If a bulb needs to be replaced visit your authorized dealer or refer to the applicable Service Manual BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamps 1 Remove the plastic cap from the back of the headlamp housing 2 Rotate the bulb counter clockwise 3 Remove the
79. vehicle and market REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying the manufacturer If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE N F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 369 West Building Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department immedi ately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1 800 333 0510 or go to http www tc gc ca roadsafety PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the
80. vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause unde sired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate from distances up to approximately 66 ft 20 m 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ME using a hand held Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmit ter The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system 020235839 Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter With Mechanical Key Release Button NOTE The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver s door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and the liftgate The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal The illuminated entry system will also turn on To Lock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE
81. very quickly results in the best BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous brak ing pressure during the stopping sequence do not pump the brakes Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING e The Brake Assist System BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevail ing road conditions Continued ee STARTING AND OPERATING 227 WARNING Continued e The BAS cannot prevent collisions including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydroplan ing e The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others Traction Control System TCS This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels If wheel spin is detected brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability A feature of the TCS system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel This will allow more engine torque to b
82. was turned off previously 23 Anti Lock Brake ABS Light This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System ies ABS The light will tum on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds 138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ee If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti Lock brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position have the light inspected by an authorized dealer 24 Door Ajar This light will turn on to indicate that one or T more doors or the trunk may be ajar 25 Temperature Gauge The temperature digital scale shows engine coolant tem perature Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera ture when driving in hot weather up mountain grades or when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If all the segments of t
83. ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside have been removed for cleaning The Vehicle Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving Ob jects can become trapped under the brake pedal mounting can cause interference with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle lodged in the tread or sidewall Inspect the tread for cuts control and cracks Inspect sidewalls for cuts cracks and bulges If required mounting posts must be properly Check the wheel bolts for tightness Check the tires installed if not equipped from the factory including spare for proper cold inflation pressure Continued 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected the cause should be loc
84. www seatcheck org or call 1 866 SEATCHECK Cana dian residents should refer to Transport Canada s web site for additional information http www tc gc ca roadsafety safedrivers childsafety index htm NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor age system called LATCH which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren The LATCH system provides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle s seat belts instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure LATCH compatible child restraint systems are now avail able However because the lower anchorages are to be introduced over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to have features for installation using the vehicle s seat belts Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages have been avail able for some time For some older child restraints many child restraint manufacturers offer add on tether strap kits or retrofit kits You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re straint in any vehicle Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be in stalled in the outboard positions on
85. 0 Ne INDEX 377 Engine Oil Door Locks Door Locks Automatic Downshifting Driving On Slippery Surfaces Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water Electric Remote Mirrors Electrical Power Outlets Electronic Brake Control System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Assist System Traction Control System Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control Electronic Stability Control ESC Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 308 20 Emergency In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher 4i 267 P POP gn was a dade eee DEK eo 278 JUMP DEED ois ea tehatseenee seeds 289 TOWING ok tee dene EE EE EF ET 299 Emission Control System Maintenance 302 Engine Break In Recommendations aae 65 Checkin OU LEVE nuo sume sve a yen EES 306 CONIDIEUDIEBL 4442 26446 arant HR DEE canes 301 GOOSE uias fee ces Gap apre ey oi 317 Exhaust Gas Caution 66 261 bad io EE oceans a E Eee oe 204 Flooded Starine 4 30 enu REED ER tiiki 204 Fuel Kequemenms s o oe di Re OR Re 257 9 Cp 306 343 344 Oil Chance Interval 1253429999 306 Oil File Ep 442450864 5ton9 READ DS 307 Oil Filter 378 INDEX aaa Id Oil Selection 5 644 46 2624044 RE EXE ES 307 Sibi 308 VENDS MIB sie pad doc d e ub eens HS 267 DIAGN PP ean eas aoe oe 203 Temperature Gauge s io ER KAAR ER AR 138 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 48 297 Event Data Recorder 2 222229 xS 54 Exhaust Gas Caution 00 25 66
86. 83 Jacking Instructions iue cos Re em 283 JUMP eo suid uk ius e euo bee eee ae ERO 289 key in Reminder s s WARE 606 4 DRR ed d 14 Key Replacement sis 9244 KARRE DER HRRES 15 Key Sentry OBI ZG ro SE ER ORE EDE 14 I SQUE ass RESEP RETE URS BEER HOE PD ES PE 11 Lane Change and Turn Signals 130 Lone Change Resist sos sor 744534 Koss RD eo EE 98 Lap Shoulder Dells ote a qd gere pare een AR 29 IK iss ae EE OND de DEE HR N OR 70 LIODO seine AREA ba DS ED Ki d 94 Lead Pree Gasolie i233 d mer RURSUS 257 Leaks PHONG 626645 4 iG EO RES RED Ke 70 Cite at Wes fei aun be eho aoe ee oe 248 Like died ee sog vated ER y Sex PEE eae Did 24 19 BE BUGS AE OE N HE BEE ded n 70 TAINS EE TE DEE OR EE Yee oS 70 96 DAS oa ee ee ee 46 53 68 131 ii HOEK T 1957 Brake Assist Warning lesen 291 Drake Ware seprai orema maiaa neem 136 Engine Temperature Warning ist ss RE 135 PRIGHOD os op does EER EED ene eee ee EP 70 HOS O eth 3 8 PE SR Ghee ETE OE 130 Leh Beat oe EE codecs KERE P eae es 97 Nn INDEX 381 High Beam Indicator Low Fuel Malfunction Indicator Check Engine Oil Pressure Park Seat Belt Reminder Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 134 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 132 Traction Control siese see HE HERE SE 291 Tere ONAL ois oo ae nw SMEER 70 98 130 pco EP DI Io Wait t Start se oes oe Boe a iritsia 129 Warning Instrument Cluster Description Loading Vehicle
87. 83 French The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s service contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s service contract If you purchased a ser vice contract that is not a manufacturer s service contract and you require service after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires please refer to the contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased the vehicle An authorized dealer has also made a major investment in facilities tools and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience You ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns 368 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE C WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addi tion certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARRANTY INFORMATION See the Warranty Information Booklet located on the DVD for the terms and provisions of FIAT Group Automobiles warranties applicable to this
88. Cautions au oce soe EVER D RED DE 260 H Replacement dies sis wi 4484 404 ees baa 248 H Carbon Monoxide Warnings 261 Vite Chains G2 ce OT EE EE FEES 240 WB Adding Fuel x22 pee ReES Pee 262 W lire Rotation Recommendations 291 E Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 122264284 mb Rd 262 202 STARTING AND OPERATING M O Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 263 W Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 264 ME dee les aio PP 263 o Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 264 ee STARTING AND OPERATING 203 STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle adjust your seat adjust both inside and outside mirrors and fasten your seat belts WARNING Never leave children in the vehicle alone Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons The child or others could be seriously or fatally injured The child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Manual Transmission If Equipped Apply the parking brake place the shift lever in NEU TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting the vehicle This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlock ing ignition system It will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor Automatic Transmission If Equipped The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear NOTE You must press the brake pedal
89. Conditioning Air Conditioning Controls Air Conditioning Refrigerant Air Conditioning System Air Conditioning Operating Tips Air Pressure Tires 0 00000000 ee 243 Du D AP OE OE ET VEE OE TN 38 48 Airbag Deployment seses RI ER RR eee ates HAS 50 ANDAS LIS soes eke oe ee ROS EE RE 46 53 68 131 Airbag Maintenance sesos oe do KES odes ies Fes 52 ADAT OIE 24524 Feb eho oes SORS we SOC 42 44 47 48 Airbag Window Side Curtain 42 44 48 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 224 Ant Lock Warne Light 2 42 2684n500 44 137 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 318 343 344 Ee n MAAR OE ORE EE EE 343 Diepe uus ES AR a Puts ORR SE ER 320 Appearance Care ios as ER RES KERE DEE DEE DRS 326 Automatic Dimming MIE sos ss que tcm eran 77 Automatic Door Locks less 22 Automatic Temperature Control ATC 190 Automatic Transaxle sss 12 Automatic Transmission 207 325 Adding EDO 45404 ee idasse eae DR SS 326 Fluid and Filter Changes i409 senema 326 Fluid Level Check 326 FUGA Hie iis oie sen ia RR E ADA ER DE 9 5 Gear Ranges PT 209 Special MACUIVES is ds DER ED ee ba RR 326 Autostick A P D L ee AN oS 214 N INDEX 375 B Pillar Location 6 4 4484340444 oe864 5 238 DOLO 2454440 6 EDE ddr d qd dol OG icd debi 309 JMO eae uxo 9 36 ax qois S ER ur
90. DEERE 9 9 EE Pe 369 Shift Lever Override aus ie px EG ERE RS 294 Shift Speeds Manual Transmission 206 Shoulder Belts vss 40444 SR PEER EER BURKE 29 ide OAC ane ohne EE Pe PAR OS RSE SEER 47 Digna WUE 4 gees eee take ide aan REOR ered 70 98 Slippery Surfaces Driving On 216 Snow Chains Tire Chains 249 pare Tie 423 feecenernane endo Bob ED DES 245 Specifications ew 307 Speed Control Cruise Control 105 131 soni 140 DOOM forct PEE T 222 OU oase uae Go OS kp OR ERA EE DEE DE 203 Automatic Transmission 203 Cold Weather 00000005 204 Engine Fausto aaa dae da ous eo oe ee 204 Manual Transmission s 203 Steering OWE 2426545644 AE AE EE EED 219 Tilt Column SS SE SS eee eee 104 Wheel Tit 424444422244 dh EE OE SE 104 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 183 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System CONOS 406445544066 555 505 RE Ee eee 183 DIO EE 424 eae eee es PENA DE MEAT RIO ES 338 DIDPIBS VENICE sine AE RS ee LAERE HE 197 338 N INDEX 385 tonne vout Velde 224 utet RARR er te hs 338 necu 293 DUM BOD nace ets Gon een E EN EP EE IS d 114 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 38 Synthetic Bneine ON J 24 254 VER EE RR doe DR 308 TERON id kus ip AE E Qe eee a RE 140 Temperature Control Automatic ATC 190 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 138 268 Tether Anchor Child Restraint
91. Door Lock Handle Automatic Door Locks If Equipped When enabled the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle s speed exceeds 15 mph 24 km h The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer per written request of the customer Please see your authorized dealer for service POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switches There are single window controls located on the shifter bezel below the climate controls which operate the driver and passenger door windows The window con trols will operate when the ignition switch is in the ON RUN position THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 WARNING N dd OW y Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unattended children can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death S 021935848 Power Window Switches Auto Down If Equipped The driver s door window switch may have an Auto Down feature Press the window switch for approxi mately one second release and the window will go 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie down automatically To cancel the Auto Down move ment operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the e
92. Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Replace cabin filter Clean and lube sun roof tracks Inspect brake linings Inspect CV joints Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 358 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES M 120 000 Miles 195 000 km or 128 000 Miles 208 000 km or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule _J Change the engine oil and engine oil filter JJ Change the engine oil and engine oil J Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before filter 128 000 miles 208 000 km Inspect exhaust system Replace the spark plugs Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace cabin filter Clean and lube sun roof tracks Check and adjust hand brake Inspect brake linings Inspect CV joints Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary L1 Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 120 000 miles 195 000 km O C O O O L G LL M A l N T
93. EGEGE EER ERA Rb wee PE ees 22 Windshield Defroster 68 187 188 Windshield Washers 101 103 Windshield Wipers x ius m9 de ee and 101 312 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals Mobile two way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained person nel The following must be observed during installation The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible The negative power connection should be made to body sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shielded coaxial cable Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio SWR Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than normal may require special precautions All installations should be checked for possible interfer ence between the communications equipment and the vehicle s e
94. Electronic Brake Control System 275 O Anti Lock Brake System ABS 226 O Brake Assist System BAS 226 O Traction Control System TCS 227 B Hill Start Assist HSA 227 O Electronic Stability Control ESC 228 O ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC Off Indicator Light 291 B Tire Safety Information 232 E lite MORBO sca hou o54 E33 9 ETE ES E 232 O Tire Identification Number TIN 236 O Tire Terminology And Definitions 237 ee STARTING AND OPERATING 201 O Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 238 W Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 252 W Tires General Information 242 Q Base Syste noz 9399937 iterare paii 254 EPIS Piessute uos oos oe ae sU Reo ies Erani 242 O General Information sac sso ons 256 oO Tire Inflation Pressures 4 xe a Eks sh yrs 243 WM Fuel Requirements 0 257 O Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 244 B Reformulated Gasoline 257 El Badia TES dass 6655445400549 854 5 245 O Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Compact opare DIIG ua a etc qe tiria 245 O E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles Tire DUE osse 229r e eee a ew RE d 246 AMMIT MOGRO ookal edes 9 Errare O Iread Wear Indicators 32 m arr a s 247 o Materials Added To Fuel Ls 259 Ek ide O MMe uus s sas RE DRA PR ace wae 248 O Fuel System
95. Fast forward rewind through tracks e MP3 Display function display of folder name ID3 TAG information time elapsed since the start of the track name of the file e Playing audio or data CD CD R and CD RW N UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 Audio Section e Mute pause function e Soft mute function e Loudness function e Graphic 7 band equalizer if equipped e Separate bass treble tone adjustment e Right left channel balancing e Front rear fader Functions And Adjustments Turning The Car Radio On The car radio comes on when the D ON OFF button is pressed briefly When the car radio is turned on and the on volume limit is on the volume is limited to a setting of five even if it had been set higher when previously used Turning The Car Radio Off Press and hold approximately 2 seconds the 5 ON OFF button to turn the radio off Selecting The Radio Functions By pressing the TUNER button briefly and repeatedly the following audio sources can be selected cyclically e AM FM and Satellite Bands if equipped Selecting The CD Function By briefly pressing the MEDIA button the CD audio source can be selected only if a CD is loaded Volume Adjustment To adjust the volume press the buttons Vol or Vol to increase decrease the volume 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M Mute Pause Function Press the 4 button briefly to activate the MUTE function The volume will gradually decrease and th
96. HAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Se CAUTION WARNINCG Driving with a hot cooling system could damage You or others can be badly burned by hot engine your vehicle If the pointer rises to the H red mark coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If the instrument cluster will sound a chime When safe pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot idle Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H red mark for more than a minute turn the engine off immediately and call for TIREFIT KIT service omall punctures up to 1 4 in 6 mm in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT Foreign objects e g screws or nails should not be removed from the tire TIREFIT can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately 4 F 20 C This kit will provide a temporary tire seal allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles 160 km with a maximum speed of 55 mph 88 km h WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 269 TIREFIT Storage 4 Power Button The TIREFIT kit is located under the front driver s seat E Mode Select Knob TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 6 Sealant Hose Clear OORD 4 G 7 Air Pump Hose Black Eo 8 Power Plug Using
97. ING AND OPERATING Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash during accel eration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions NOTE e The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light and the ESC OFF Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON e Each time the ignition is turned ON the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously ESC The ESC OFF Indicator Light indicates the Electronic Stability Control ESC is off OFF TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Ua cr MO 1 U S DOT Safety Stan dards Code TIN 2 Size Designation 3 Service Description 054903773 4 Maximum Load 5 Maximum Pressure 6 Treadwear Traction and Temperature Grades NNS TA TING AND OPERATING 233 NOTE e P Passenger Metric tire sizing is based on U S tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced design standards P Metric tires have the letter P molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa tion Example P215 65R15 95H European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width The letter P is absent from this tire size designation Example 215 65R15 96H LT
98. Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault is detected and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Unavailable text message will display If the ignition key is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off when the fault condition no longer exists A system fault can occur with any of the following scenarios 1 Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors 2 Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals 3 Snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings 4 Using tire chains on the vehicle 256 STARTING AND OPERATING M 5 Using wheels tires not equipped with TPM sensors NOTE Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare wheel and tire assembly 1 The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor Therefore the TPMS will not monitor the tire pressure in the compact spare tire 2 If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit upon the next ignition key cycle a chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will still turn ON due to the low tire 3 However after driving the vehicle for up to 20 min utes above 15 mph 24 km h the Tire Pressure Moni tori
99. OPE 289 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 18 Dells Seat saai ESEL RE Se ewe ERES 67 Body Mechanism Lubrication 312 Brake Assist lend sca acre hea EA RR en ces eda 226 Drake Fluid amp 2249444 RUMP 0448 KAR ER 345 BA Syste zones vues FEX SPEO d TES 224 322 Anti Lock ABS lees 224 226 Waster CYNON a uc sop aC V pere drop TEE 525 Pore jon eeke SEE eek OP RADE oe ORS Seo 220 Warming bru em 136 Dice Dok IE auo via men EE RE RE SR EED 220 Brake Transmission Interlock 208 DEKOS 222242339009 SEE EA RE eee as 322 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 65 Bulbs EISE OR OOS og ye E E TO ee EF 70 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 343 Capacities Fluid 4 025 gee ee EE PERE HER SR EDE 343 Caps Filler c 262 CUI EMS ous aac dd s vot centur dt ace 307 Car WOSKCS 24 ines qodcee ote d eee Gh Eee eg qo N 327 Carbon Monoxide Warning 66 261 Cargo Area Pedtut s ii ei BR REEN a he HOE 122 CD Compact Disc Player ooo apde ee ue s Eg 157 Cellular Pine aue ed acq ape nard Sad or eae 185 Chains IE sesse Se oe ode de OE ee 249 Changing A Flat Tire 44 4495 sks oxy ea PARS 278 Cary Mile ES oats on pee ete es te HOUR Bud 234 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 134 302 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 66 CHECKS ales x 6 oH eika ORES Pa DER AR Child Restraint Child Restraint Tether Anchors 376 INDE
100. On Right Position Using the switch on the left overhead press the switch to the right from its center position and the lights are always on Press the switch to the left from its center position and the lights are always off Leave the switch in the center position and the lights are turned on and off when the doors are opened or closed The switch on the right side of the overhead console controls the map or reading function of the lights Press the switch to the right to turn on the right light and press the switch to the left to turn on the left light CAUTION Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the switch is in the center position or that the lights are off to avoid draining the battery Interior Light Timing Center Position There are four different modes of operation that can be activated in this position e When one door is opened a 3 minute timer is activated e When the key is removed from the ignition within two minutes of the ignition being turned off a 10 second timer is activated e When the doors are unlocked with Key Fob a 10 sec ond timer is activated e When the doors are locked with the Key Fob the lights will turn off 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Light Timing On Right Position e When all doors are closed a 15 minute timer is activated NOTE The timer is deactivated when the key is moved into the ON RUN position Front Fog Lights If Equ
101. Partial Off mode by pressing the switch Once the situation requir ing ESC to be switched to the Partial Off mode is overcome turn ESC back on by momentarily pressing the switch This may be done while the vehicle is in motion WARNING When in Partial Off mode the TCS portion of ESC has been disabled and the ESC Off Indicator Light will be illuminated All other stability features of ESC function normally When in Partial Off mode the enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC system is reduced ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator ESC Light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the MAR ACC ON RUN position for four seconds If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light located in the instrument cluster starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light also flashes when TCS is active If the ESC Activation 232 START
102. R VEHICLE 309 WARNING The air induction system air cleaner hoses etc can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended Maintenance Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic main tenance required WARNING e Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area imme diately with large amounts of water Refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies for further information Continued 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING Continued CAUTION e Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep e It is essential
103. SB MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL IF EQUIPPED This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port located in the glove compart ment UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches 1 iPod Or External USB Device Holder 2 Cable Jack 3 USB Connector Refer to the appropriate Blue amp Me radio User s Manual 045033001 for iPod or external USB device support capability Remote Sound System Controls Back View Of Steering Wheel 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ee The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available AM FM SAT CD AUX Media Player etc and can also be used to select enter an item while scrolling through menu The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode Radio Operation Pressing the top of the switch will
104. Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increase in effort and changes the transmis sion shift schedules for more aggressive shifting This driving mode is useful while driving on twisty roads where more steering precision is desired in spirited cornering 1 To activate the Sport mode press the SPORT button SPORT Button Once activated a SPORT message will be displayed in the instrument cluster 2 Press the SPORT button again to return to the standard driving mode 224 STARTING AND OPERATING ee BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost for any reason for example repeated brake applications with the engine off the brakes will still function The effort required to brake the vehicle will be significantly more than that required with the power system operating If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal capability the remaining system will still function with some loss of braking effectiveness This will be evident by increased pedal travel during application greater pedal force required to slow or stop and activation of the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light during brake use Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System ABS The Four Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking con ditions The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock up and to help avoid skiddin
105. TING CONTENTS W Starting Procedures 203 O Recommended Shift Speeds 206 o Manual Transmission If Equipped 203 O DOWNSMIMING 424 a ee hed sede os H Automatic Transmission If Equipped 203 W Automatic Transmission If Equipped ENODUDLODPINE iib 5 eben eens ee HS 203 H Key Ignition Park Interlock H Cold Weather Operation 204 o Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 208 Eli Easuie Fails To Stal ss RED ERK 204 O Six Speed Automatic Transmission 208 Ae Sle ss rica de DORRE N REG He 205 Aea Rall BS a4 aos d 209 309 Hoag Dodo RE N n 209 ll Manual Transmission If Equipped 205 W AutoStick If Equipped 214 O Five Speed Manual Transmission 205 sic eU eee ge bees ee aes 215 200 STARTING AND OPERATING M O General Information eco Ra 215 Bl Driving On Slippery Surfaces 216 PLACCCIEIANON sx auos eonaep sce dix o N i 216 DELG Gag hey ease GREG VOR ER eye us 217 N Driving Through Water 217 O Flowing Rising Water 217 O Shallow Standing Water 218 W Power Steering scsutsegetusiscevae 219 aM Parking Brake s one e m oe y pi N es 220 W Sport Mode Pm 222 o Manual Transmission If Equipped 222 H Automatic Transmission If Equipped 223 M Bake SIEHE esarri cebime sea as 224 O Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System ABS 224 W
106. The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode Selecting Air Mode 6 Turn the Mode Select Knob 5 to this position y for air pump operation only Use the Black Air 4 Pump Hose 7 when selecting this mode 060410898 1 Sealant Bottle 2 Deflation Button 3 Pressure Gauge 270 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES M Selecting Sealant Mode Turn the Mode Select Knob 5 to this position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant wa and to inflate the tire Use the Sealant Em Hose clear hose 6 when selecting this mode Using The Power Button Push and release the Power Button 4 once to turn On the TIREFIT kit Push and release the Power Button 4 again to turn Off the TIREFIT kit Using The Deflation Button Press the Deflation Button 2 to reduce the air T pressure in the tire if it becomes over inflated TIREFIT Usage Precautions e Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle 1 and Sealant Hose 6 prior to the expiration date printed on the bottle label to assure optimum operation of the sys tem Refer to Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT section F Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement The Sealant Bottle 1 and Sealant Hose 6 are a one tire application use After each use always replace these components immediately at an authorized dealer When the TIREFIT sealant is in a liquid form clean water and a damp cloth will remove the ma
107. X aaa Id CIO Sol sea ka oh oe see ROSE ESSE BES 60 Clean Air Gasoline EE EE EE SS SS 257 Cleaning cg sasies ER AR EE BROER RE 329 Climate Control ves als e BOTE ae A AS 186 CHC AR RE N IE EE EE EE EA N 925 CECI diie AA RO IE ES es oa we EE OR OE 029 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 185 Compact opare TUB gus ceva butane HERRIE SE 245 Connector UCL veces OE ee ee tomy ones ea aes 182 Universal Consumer Interface UCI 182 Contract Service ee ee 367 Convertible Top Maintenance 332 Coolant Antifreeze leen 343 344 Cooling oy RA riae A Chee ee 317 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 319 Coolant Level 2223 23 34 SE ER 318 321 Disposal of Used Coolant 320 Drain Flush and Refill 318 MOPO CHON 42 asc ste PERE eee eRe Abba eS AE 321 Points to Remember 320 321 Pressure Cap serrer kot EE EES 320 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 318 Corrosion Protection 000000 326 rise Light soas EER ELE SPAR Boe ES E ikea ein Dr 120 Customer Assistance een 365 Data Recorder Event s wessels ae crews 54 Daytime Running Lights cessazione 97 Dealer Service SS SS eee 304 Defroster Windshield 68 187 188 194 Diagnostic System Onboard 302 Dipsticks Automatic Transmission 326 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 32
108. ace the spark plugs Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace cabin filter Clean and lube sun roof tracks Check and adjust hand brake Inspect brake linings Inspect CV joints Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary L1 Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 88 000 miles 143 000 km O C O O O L L L L LI M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center Signature Authorized Service Center N MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 357 104 000 Miles 169 000 km or 78 Months Maintenance Service Schedule L1 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter L1 Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 104 000 miles 169 000 km Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 112 000 Miles 182 000 km or 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule m a Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 112 000 miles 182 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following
109. aces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle Outside parking which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and under body protection N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes of corrosion are e Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation e Stone and gravel impact e Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near sea coast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Washing e Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water e If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove e Use a high quality cleaner wax such as MOPAR Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film stains and to protect your paint finish Take care never to scratch the paint 7 e Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or t
110. ack of the occupant s head and the Reactive Head Restraint Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint To lower the head restraint press the push button located at the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint n EE 030936524 Push Button The Reactive Head Restraints will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact If the Reactive Head Restraints do not return to their normal position see your authorized dealer immediately NOTE The head restraints should only be removed by qualified technicians for service purposes only If either of the head restraints require removal see your autho rized dealer WARNING Do not place items over the top of the Reactive Head Restraint such as coats seat covers or portable DVD players These items may interfere with the operation of the Reactive Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death Rear Head Restraints To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint To lower the head restraint press the push button located at the base of the head restraint and push 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE downward on the head restraint Refer to
111. action grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A the highest B and C repre senting the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi tions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degen erate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the labora tory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive load ing either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure INDEX C7 UI uCLLLIcLLILLA GOGILLL L ALLILUIZSLIIALA oLE LALULI LLLULL UAGAUUo UEGLLLULLL Id Adding Engine Coolant Antifreeze Adding Fuel Adding Washer Fluid Additives Puel aekanaee seu da use ARE ae ees 259 Air Cleaner Engine Engine Air Cleaner Filter 308 Air Conditioner Maintenance 311 Air
112. additional services available to FIAT Group Automobiles customers NOTE After reviewing the owner information it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc ing and remain with the vehicle when sold When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained techni cians and genuine parts and cares about your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle s equipment The detailed Index at the back of this Owner s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner s Manual INTRODUCTION 5 OGCRD eo Ad 6 2B mm BUGKDAw wae 2O BOS HSA Ses wD e t 0 OG se c3 p y 9 A m e hs Am we sol o amp QA T C E EM E BR o o0 s 8 MALFUNCTION ENGINE COOLANT SUPPLISENTAL PREERWGER RAM Asan COMPAR GOMVERTERE ngen BEE DOWNERS Am ELECTRONIC INGERIG UGN el TEMP TEMPERATURE NESTWAINT SYSTEM MRAAG OFF TO UP MANUALISQ DOWDITIOMER BTABE TY CONTRO OFF 010533317 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner s Manual contains WARNINGS against op erating procedures that could result in a collision
113. adiator and in the coolant expansion bottle If engine coolant anti freeze needs to be added the contents of the coolant expansion bottle must also be protected against freez ing If frequent engine coolant antifreeze additions are required the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks Maintain engine coolant antifreeze concentration at 50 OAT engine coolant antifreeze minimum and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean e Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation If replacement is ever necessary install ONLY the correct type thermostat Other designs may result in unsatisfactory engine coolant antifreeze per formance poor gas mileage and increased emissions Brake System In order to assure brake system performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage Riding the brakes
114. ains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and passenger 29 99 dm D 5 o RU AE ri amp o em mr n Automatic Temperature Control ATC 1 AUTO Temperature Control ATC Button Controls airflow temperature distribution and air recir culation automatically Press and release to select Per forming this function will cause the ATC to switch between manual mode and automatic modes Refer to Automatic Operation for more information Cx NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 2 A C Button Press and release to change the current Air Conditioning A C setting Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode 3 Temperature Control Up Button Provides temperature up control Push the button for warmer temperature settings 4 Blower Control Up Button There are 12 blower speeds The blower speed increases as you press this button Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode 5 Mix Mode Air is directed through the floor defrost and side win dow demister outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the wind shield This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode 6 Front Defrost Press and release to change the current setting The indicator illuminates when ON The blower w
115. alant Bottle 1 is empty Continue to operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver side latch pillar recommended pressure Check the tire pres sure by looking at the Pressure Gauge 3 If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi 1 8 Bar pressure within 15 minutes e The tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further Call for assistance NOTE If the tire becomes over inflated press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recom mended inflation pressure before continuing If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or is at least 26 psi 1 8 Bar pressure within 15 minutes 1 Press the Power Button 4 to turn off the TIREFIT kit 2 Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the Sealant Bottle 1 and place the sticker on the instrument panel 3 Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose 6 from the valve stem reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage location Quickly proceed to D Drive Vehicle 276 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES See CAUTION WARNING TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using e The metal end fitting from Power Plug 8 may get hot after use so it should be handled carefully Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end TIREFIT Do not exceed 55
116. aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or select a nonabrasive non acidic cleaner Do not use scouring pads steel wool a bristle brush or metal polishes Only MOPARS cleaners or equivalent are recommended Do not use oven cleaner Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels protective finish Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure If Equipped Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man ner e Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean dry towel e Blot any remaining stain with a clean damp towel e For tough stains apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild soap solution to a clean damp cloth and remove the stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue e For grease stains apply MOPAR Multi Purpose Cleaner or a high quality cleaner to a clean damp cloth and remove the stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue e Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products Interior Care Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl upholstery MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom mended for leather upholstery 330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Your leather uphols
117. and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Trip B Data Trip B On Through this option it is possible to activate On or deactivate Off the Trip B partial trip display For further information see Trip Computer For activation deactivation proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button On or Off will flash on the display according to previous setting 2 Press the or button to select the setting 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Set Time Clock This function may be used to set the clock through two sub menu items Time and Mode Proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button The display will show the two sub menu items Time and Mode 2 Press the or button to navigate the two sub menu items 3 Select the required option and then press the MENU ESC button 4 When accessing the Time sub menu item briefly press the MENU ESC button and hours will flash on the display 5 Press the or button for setting 6 Briefly press the MENU ESC button and minutes will flash on the display 7 Press the or button for setting NN UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 NOTE The setting will increa
118. and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out e If the belt still can t be tightened or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt disconnect the latch plate from the buckle turn the buckle around and insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still can t make the child restraint secure try a different seating position 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie To attach a child restraint tether strap e Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the tether anchor Remove slack in the tether strap accord dIE ee ee eee ee ing to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat NOTE Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap WARNING An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap 022640297 Tether Straps Routed To Tether Anchors e f necessary move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchor NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Transporting Pets Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet wil
119. another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror Power Mirror Switches The power mirror controls consist of a mirror select switch and a four way mirror control switch To adjust a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 Spotter Mirror If Equipped Folding Mirrors Some models are equipped with a driver s side spotter mirror The spotter mirror allows for a greater range of visibility on the driver s side of the vehicle The exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to pivot forward or rearward to help avoid damage The mirror has three detent positions full forward normal and full rearward FEE Heated Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster Refer to Rear Window Features in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for fur ther information Sun Visors The driver and passenger sun visors are located on the headliner near the front windshield The sun visor can be rotated downward or up against the door glass Both sun visors are equipped with courtesy mirrors Spotter Mirror 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Sun Visor Passenger Side Shown 030436593 BLUE amp ME HANDS FREE COMMUNICATION IF EQUIPPED Overview Windows Mobile based FIAT BLUE amp ME i
120. ansmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed e Move the shift lever into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop e Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the CAUTION If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high a vehicle speed you could damage the engine transmission or clutch vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life shift is at idle speed down to second or first gear when descending a steep Do not move the shift lever between PARK RE grade VERSE NEUTRAL or DRIVE when the engine is When turning a corner or driving up a steep grade above idle speed downshift early so that the engine will not be Before moving the shift lever into any gear make overburdened sure your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal NOTE You must press and hold the brake pedal while shifting out of PARK 208 STARTING AND OPERATING ee WARNING It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Key Ignition Park Interlock This vehicle is equipped wi
121. ansporting Passengers e Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO using a seat belt properly AREA TERREA Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can e Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO follow these safety tips e Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area Continued N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 WARNING Continued e If you are required to drive with the trunk liftgate open make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed The best protection against
122. ar off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle This operation will continue until the lever is released When the lever is released the wipers will return to the off position and automatically shut off Front Windshield Washer Operation Pull the windshield wiper washer lever toward the steering wheel to activate the washers The wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released CAUTION e Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off In cold weather always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the Park position before turning off the engine If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted Continued NN UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 CAUTION Continued e Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position damage to the wiper motor may occur Rear Windshield Wiper Rotate the end of the windshield wiper washer lever upward to the first detent past the intermittent settings for intermittent wipe operation With the front wind a shield wiper active rotate the end o
123. ars Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window LIFTGATE To unlock the liftgate use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or activate the power door lock switches located on the front door handles To open the liftgate squeeze the liftgate release handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion 022235849 Liftgate Handle NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 WARNING OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your e Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison vehicle are the restraint systems ous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes Keep e Three point lap and shoulder belts for all seating it the liftgate closed when you are operating the pues vehicle e Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passen If you are required to drive with the liftgate open ger make sure that all windows are closed and the ie e Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag climate control blower switch is set at high speed Do not use the recirculation mode e Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC for the driver and passengers seated next to a Gas
124. art of C5 an onboard diagnostic system called OBDII that monitors engine and automatic transmission con trol systems The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON RUN position before engine start If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF LOCK to ON RUN have the condition checked promptly ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap WARNING poor fuel quality etc may illuminate the MIL after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light A malfunctioning catalytic converter as referenced stays on through several of your typical driving cycles In above can reach higher temperatures than in normal most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will operating conditions This can cause a fire if you not require towing drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants wood cardboard etc This could result CAUTION in death or serious injury to the driver occupants or Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause others damage to the engine control system It also could 19 Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi tion The engine coolant temperature indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold affect fuel economy and drivability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic converter damage and E power loss will soon oc
125. at belts even though you have air bags 4 Do notlean against the door or window Your vehicle has Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains Continued SABIC or Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB and when deployment occurs the SABIC and SAB air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled WARNING Continued e Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury including death Air up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other Bags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel Side air bags also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even center of the seat on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that includes you This can happen far away from home or on your own street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision 5ome of the worst inj
126. at result in tire failure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob satisfactory operation of your vehicle Three primary lems You could lose control of your vehicle areas are affected by improper tire pressure Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly resulting in loss of vehicle control Continued ee STARTING AND OPERATING 243 WARNING Continued e Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left e Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom mended cold tire inflation pressure Economy Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement Under inflation also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consumption Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspected for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pressure Do not mak
127. atback to its upright position push rearward until the seatback is properly latched 035435949 Rear Seat Release Buttons Folded Rear Seats REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located in the center of the instrument panel below the radio Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 20 minutes To manually shut the defroster off push the button a second time NOTE To prevent excessive battery drain use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements e Use care when washing the inside of the rear window Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Continued 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M CAUTION Continued Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abra sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Keep all objects a safe distance from the window UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS W Instrument Panel Features
128. ate the vehicle NOTE A key which has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle If the Vehicle Security Light is on after the key is turned to the ON RUN position it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics CAUTION e Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat tended e The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not com patible with some after market remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in ve hicle starting problems and loss of security protection All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Replacement Keys NOTE Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle At the time of purchase the original owner is provided with a four digit Personal Identification Number PIN This PIN is required for authorized dealer replacement of keys Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer This procedure consists of program ming a blank key to the vehicle electronics A blank key is one which has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced bring all
129. ated and corrected immediately UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 3 ll Power Convertible Top If Equipped 74 o Heated Mirrors If Equipped 79 HU Lowering Ihe Power op iix ns 74 sn VIGS os PPM 79 H Raising Ihe Power lop 44 mrs 74 MBLUE amp ME Hands Free Communication If O Wind Stop ss e I Soc hi EE oe neq W Mirrors a ee EER PR ON 76 Mu Ge DEER PREC Et aOR GRO a 5 Inside Day Night Mirror sess 76 H The Hands Tree Rit oos ds oo d drea dee aed 81 2 Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped 77 o A 87 EE N N N N 78 O Front Seats Forward Rearward Adjustment 88 O Recline Adjustment sosse av acu dace N 89 EXPOSE MIO Seas sies pica REOR eye cus 79 72 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ie Fi eat Height Adjustment 22445444 Eee os 90 ELEZ Enty Feii vac o hao tenn E ER HARE 90 D Meniorsr Fealur us coe v anb che tenes kentar A o Heated Seats If Equipped 91 Eli id Kestraiiis soes aa SEE S Eds RE 92 W To Open And Close The Hood 94 Erg P m 96 OQ Multiunchon Lever sce gue qa So go Ra ES 96 ssi colui 245 sean Pogues ema oe a RE 96 o High Beams EDEISEDSTOSL 58 ies Sy eh RR ER ey naian 97 HE Liens sereine reny eegene 97 O Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 97 ATU do ARE 39392953322 9x25 8 98 G Lane Change ESEL ooi op ESE ea oe qe 8 98 3 Follow Me Home Headlight Delay 98 ein sek AAR SEE HE bu
130. ater to leak into the vehicles interior CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage stains or mildew on the top material WARNING The convertible top does not provide the structural protection that a reinforced metal roof does and the fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection of the occupants in a collision Therefore it is impor tant that all occupants wear their seat belts at all times Death or serious injuries could occur if you are ejected from the vehicle during a collision e Avoid high pressure car washes as they can dam age the top material Also increased water pres sure may force water past the weather strips Remove any standing water from the top and dry the surface before opening it Operating the top opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the Wind Stop vehicles interior The Wind Stop installs in the backseat area of the vehicle Continued The Wind Stop will not interfere with power top opera tion Therefore it can remain installed when the top is up 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day Night Mirror The mirror can be adjusted up down left and right for various drivers The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward
131. ayback Options while playing tracks you can select the following options Play Stop Next track Previous track Shuffle and Loop track NOTE e The media player does not support audio files com pressed with other formats and DRM Digital Right Management protected audio files Non supported audio files that may be present on the USB device will be ignored To use the media player you have to simply connect directly or by an extension lead your USB device to the car USB port Turning the ignition key to ON BLUE amp ME will start building your media library At the end of this operation you can surf the whole library and scroll its categories as required using the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands BLUE amp ME will then play your selection via the car sound system N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 WARNING Continued e Keep the User s Guide in the car when kept in the car the User s Guide will be a ready reference for you and other users unfamiliar with the system WARNING e Operating certain parts of this system while driv ing can distract your attention away from the road and possibly cause an accident or other serious consequences for this reason certain functions shall be disabled by the BLUE amp ME system until driving conditions are secure and if required only Please make certain that before using the system for the first time all persons have access to the User
132. azard Warning flashers When the switch is activated all direc tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency Press the switch a second time to turn off the Hazard Warning flashers Do not use this emergency warning system when the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for other motorists If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service the Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 267 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion e On the highways slow down e In city traffic while stopped place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle speed NOTE There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition e f your air conditioner A C is on turn it off The A C 2 system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A C off can help remove this heat e Youcan also turn the temperature control to maximum heat the mode control to floor and the blower control to high This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system 268 W
133. b from the ignition When leaving the vehicle always lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Continued 021835847 Door Lock Handle N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves WARNING Continued e Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended brake brake pedal or the shift lever Power Door Locks Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle and A power door lock switch is incorporated into the door do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON RUN handle Push or pull the handle to lock or unlock the position A child could operate power windows doors and liftgate If the door handle is pushed a red lock other controls or move the vehicle indicator will show on the door handle indicating locked when the door is closed the door will lock 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie NOTE To prevent the key from being locked in the vehicle the power door lock switch will not operate when the key is in the ignition and either front door is open A chime will sound as a reminder to remove the key Driver Power
134. before shifting out of PARK Normal Starting NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal Turn the ignition switch to the AVV START position and release it when the engine starts If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds turn the ignition switch to the STOP OFF LOCK position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure 204 STARTING AND OPERATING M Cold Weather Operation If Engine Fails To Start To prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures this vehicle will inhibit engine cranking when the ambient temperature is less than 22 F 30 C and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not been used An externally powered electric engine block heater is available as optional equipment or from your authorized dealer The message plug in engine heater will be displayed in the CAUTION instrument cluster when the ambient temperature is below 5 F 15 C at the time the engine is shut off as a reminder e Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic CAUTION Use of the recommended SAE 5W 30 oil and adher Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in a flash fire
135. bscription has lapsed The ESN number con tains 12 digits The following are instructions for retrieving the Elec tronic Serial Number ESN from FIAT 500 NAFTA model radios To retrieve the ESN of SIRIUS Satellite Receiver Module tune to Channel 0 Make sure that when the order is placed the ESN are correct If any of the ESN numbers are not entered correctly then the SIRIUS subscription will not be able to be transferred to the new radio and will not be active when installed in the customer s vehicle NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 CD Player Introduction This chapter describes the operation of the CD player only To operate the radio refer to the description in the Functions and Adjustments chapter CD Player Selection To activate the CD player built into the equipment proceed as follows e Load a CD with the equipment switched on The first track will start to play or e Ifa CD has already been loaded turn on the radio and then briefly press the MEDIA button to select the CD function mode The last track listened to will start to play It is advisable to use original CDs to ensure optimal playing If CD R RWs are used we recommend using good quality media that are burned at the slowest speed possible CD Loading Ejecting To load the CD insert it gently into the slot to activate the motorized loading system which will position it cor rectly The CD can be loaded with the radio
136. bulb and replace as needed 4 Install the bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place 5 Reinstall the plastic cap 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Front Turn Signal Parking And Daytime Running 3 Remove the plastic cap from the back of the lamp Lamps housing 1 Turn the steering wheel completely to the left or right 4 Rotate bulb socket counter clockwise 2 Open the wheel housing access door 5 Remove the bulb and replace as needed 6 Install the bulb into socket and rotate bulb socket clockwise into lamp locking it in place 7 Reinstall the plastic cap Front Fog Lamps To replace the front fog lights see your authorized dealer 073310799 ee ee ee ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 Front Rear Side Marker Lamps Rear Tail Stop Backup And Turn Signal Lamps 1 Remove portion of the wheel liner to allow hand 1 Open the liftgate l access to side marker lamp 2 Remove the two screws and remove the tail lamp 2 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove assembly the bulb and socket assembly from the housing 3 Pull the bulb from the socket and insert the replace ment bulb 4 Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing and rotate the socket clockwise to lock it in place 5 Reinstall the wheel liner ll 073310795 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 3 Unsnap backplate and separate from the lamp hous 2 Remove the center high mounted stop lamp assembly ing 4 Remove t
137. c gas used for air troller ORC system serviced as well bag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie WARNING Continued e Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag system The air bag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING e Modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper vehicle body structure or add aftermarket side steps or running boards It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air bag system yourself Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system Continued made Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air bag system service If your seat includ ing your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way including removal or loosening tightening of seat attachment bolts take the vehicle to your authorized dealer Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may be used If it is
138. causing serious personal injury transmission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle ing to the prescribed oil change intervals is important to prevent engine damage and ensure satisfactory Continued starting in cold conditions CAUTION Continued e To prevent damage to the starter do not continu ously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED Five Speed Manual Transmission WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied The parking brake should al ways be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle especially on an incline 050910793 Shift Lever Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears As you release the clutch pedal lightly press the accelerator pedal NOTE To shift into REVERSE from NEUTRAL lift the ring under the knob and at the same time move the gearshift lever to the right and then backward 206 STARTING AND OPERATING M Use each gear in numerical order do not skip a gear Be sure the transmission is in first gear not third when starting from a standing position Damage to the clutch can result from s
139. ccelerator pedal is released and the STARTING AND OPERATING 209 vehicle is stopped Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when moving the shift lever between these gears The transmission shift lever has only PARK REVERSE NEUTRAL and DRIVE shift positions Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick shift control refer to AutoStick in Starting and Operating for further information Moving the shift lever forward or rearward while in the AutoStick position beside the DRIVE position will manually select the transmission gear and will display the current gear in the instrument cluster as 6 5 4 3 2 1 Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission The engine can be started in this range 210 STARTING AND OPERATING ee Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in WARNING motion Apply the parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range e Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage When parking on a level surface you may place the shift lever in the PARK position first and then apply the parking brake Your vehicle could move and injure you and others When parking on a hill apply the parking brake before if it is not
140. ce 365 EIE id ys oROAE EE RRO EER pee as 369 O Fiat Customer Center Lu ease vere MR ke wad 366 W Publication Order Forms O Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY sos pe ar sean 366 364 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE C E Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire EL Traction Grades was REDE emp e tS TT RSS 371 Quality Gades se ie GE Re ae ee E a R i 370 oO Treadwear eet oO eae Oe DES SES HE Se mud 370 Temperate Grades s ocior POR ew ee eae di 371 N F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 365 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you re having warranty work done be sure to have the right papers with you Take your warranty folder All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty Discuss additional charges with the service manager Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle s service history This can often provide a clue to the current problem Prepare A List Make a written list of your vehicle s problems or the specific work you want done If you ve had an accident or work done that is not on your maintenance log let the service advisor know Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal da
141. ce Service Schedule L1 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter L1 Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 72 000 miles 117 000 km Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center m E Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 80 000 miles 130 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Replace cabin filter Clean and lube sun roof tracks Inspect brake linings Inspect CV joints Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 356 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES M 88 000 Miles 143 000 km or 96 000 Miles 156 000 km or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule _J Change the engine oil and engine oil filter JJ Change the engine oil and engine oil _J Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before filter 96 000 miles 156 000 km Inspect exhaust system Repl
142. charged battery it can be jump started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully NOTE When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer s operating instructions and precautions 290 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur 060835932 Preparations For Jump Start Positive Battery Post The battery in your vehicle is located on the left side of 1 Positive Battery Post the engine compartment 2 Negative Battery Post N WHAT TODOINEMERGENCIES 291 WARNING 3 If using another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach set the e Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF ever the hood is raised It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON You can be injured by moving fan blades Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or WARNING Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a groun
143. completely in PARK Check by trying to placing the shift lever in PARK otherwise the load on the move the shift lever rearward with the brake transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to pedal released after you have placed it in PARK move the shift lever out of PARK As an added precau Make sure the transmission is in PARK before tion turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill leaving the vehicle grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade Continued NS 1 AF TING AND OPERATING 211 WARNING Continued WARNING Continued e Itis dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK e Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Continued those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle always apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK and remove the ignition key Once the key is removed the shift lever is locked in the PARK position securing the vehicle against unwanted movement Furthermore you should never leave unattended children inside a vehicle N
144. cur Immediate service is required 136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M If the light turns on while driving safely pull over and stop the vehicle If the A C system is on turn it off Also shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve hicle If the temperature reading does not return to normal turn the engine off immediately and call for service Refer to If Your Engine Overheats in What To Do In Emergencies for further information 20 Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions including brake fluid level and parking brake application If the Brake Warning Light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied that the brake fluid level is low or that there is a problem with the brake system reservoir BRAKE The light will remain on until the cause is corrected If brake failure is indicated immediate repair is neces sary WARNING Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous You could have a collision Have the vehicle checked immediately Vehicles equipped with the Anti Lock Brake System ABS are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD In the event of an EBD failure the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light Immediate repair to the ABS system is required Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF LOCK position to the ON RUN position
145. d operating the jack or changing the wheel Jacking Instructions 2 Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers WARNING 6 Set th king b 3 Set the parking brake Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help 4 Place the shift lever in PARK automatic transmission prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle or REVERSE manual transmission e Always park on a firm level surface as far from 5 Turn Off the ignition the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Continued 284 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING Continued Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in PARK a manual transmission in REVERSE Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic Continued WARNING Continued e To assure that spare tires flat or inflated are securely stowed spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground Jack Warning Label NOTE Refer to the Compact Spare Tire section of the Tires General Information under Starting And Oper ating for informa
146. d will be established Pressing the SET button once will result in a 1 mph 2 km h decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph 2 km h To Accelerate For Passing Press the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return to the set speed 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed NOTE The Electronic Speed Control system maintains speed up and down hills A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control WARNING Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed Your ve hicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control and have an accident Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery REAR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED The Rear Park Assist system provides an audible indica tion of the distance between the rear fascia bumper and a detected obstacle when backing up e g during a parking maneuver Refer to the Park Assist System Usage Precautions for the limitations of this system and recommendations Rear Park Assist is automatically activated when the tra
147. d Control system is on 11 Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN this light will turn on if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound When driving if the driver s seat belt remains unbuckled the Seat Belt UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 131 Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information 12 Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg ing system The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN and remain on briefly as a bulb check If the light stays on or comes on while driving turn off some of the vehicle s non essential electrical devices or increase engine speed if at idle If the charging system light remains on it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY See an autho rized dealer If jump starting is required refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies 132 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ee 13 Power Steering System Warning This light is used to manage the electrical el warning of the EPS Power Steering System Refer to Power Steering in Starting and Operating for further information 14 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Thro
148. d FPE CR ER d 312 O Windshield Wiper Blades Oo Adding Washer Fluid BE RES Siel uos arae og siae Jl O Cooling Siel o ioca aru x9 SR RUP RC R Ay O Drake Systemi ooie 135944 4433917 AE 322 300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M o Manual Transmission If Equipped 925 H Automatic Transmission If Equipped 925 D Appearance Care And Protection From CODIIDSION 4 425 RR Ea HER DERE UTE 326 O Convertible Top Care If Equipped 332 W Fuses 0 eee eee eee 334 AMENO MUSES 434444 394 9 RS PEE HER HAS 334 O Undethood Fuses ii eis me DE HA n oe uh o 336 M Vehicle Storage 00005 338 W Replacement Bulbs 339 B Bulb Replacement eese 339 ELHIGad IGI 420445 tiatete de ER IRR 339 O Front Turn Signal Parking And Daytime Rusie LampS db dor bode dod Homes 340 A promt For amps 6408021860 red X EU oe 340 O Front Rear Side Marker Lamps 341 oO Rear Tail Stop Backup And Turn Signal LEES 24 29 m E eens PEN REIR E SH 341 O Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 342 la Fluid Capacities 343 B Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 344 BEG 424 ox eee ee doe ep ED EES AN 344 sianr oo LC 345 N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 301 ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1 4L sk VAN 9 Y 5 Battery 6 Air Cleaner Filter 7 Engine Oil Fill 8 Washer Fluid Reservoir 1 Engine Coolant Reservoir 2
149. d connection and personal injury could result bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact You could be seriously injured Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery Jump Starting Procedure WARNING Failure to follow this procedure could result in per 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex into PARK and turn the ignition to OFF LOCK plosion 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories 292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES M CAUTION Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle 1 Connect the positive end of the jumper cable to the positive post of the discharged vehicle 2 Connect the opposite end of the positive 4 jumper cable to the positive post of the booster battery 3 Connect the negative end of the jumper cable to the negative post of the booster battery 4 Connect the opposite end of the negative jumper cable to a good engine ground exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle s engine away from the battery and the fuel injection system WARNING Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resultin
150. d push the seat rearward to its locked position once the rear passengers are seated Memory Feature The driver seat also has a memory feature which can operate in two ways Memory Function Option 1 Full Seat Back And Track Fore Aft Position Memory After using the EZ entry function the seatback angle and the Track fore aft adjuster can both re lock into the position they were most recently adjusted to This is accomplished if the seat is moved fully rearward to its last fore aft position on the tracks before the seat back is returned upright Memory Function Option 2 Seat Back Only Memory After using the EZ entry function the seat back may first be returned upright prior to going back to the last fore aft memory position on the tracks This results in the seat back memory being set only The track will then be locked forward of its last set fore aft memory posi tion To then reset the fore aft track memory feature to reestablish memory function option 1 the seat has to be returned fully rearward to its last fore aft memory track position as described in Memory function option 1 Heated Seats If Equipped On some models the front driver and passenger seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks The controls for the front heated seats are located on the center instrument panel area Press the switch once to turn on the heated seats Press the switch a second time to shut the h
151. d stall out and cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty ee STARTING AND OPERATING 219 WARNING POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good e Driving through standing water limits your vehi vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability cle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical 8 km h when driving through standing water steering capability if power assist is lost Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s braking capabilities which increases stop ping distances Therefore after driving through standing water drive slowly and lightly press on the brake pedal several times to dry the brakes Getting water inside your vehicle s engine can cause it to lock up and stall out and leave you The power steering system is speed sensitive for light stranded steering effort during slow speed parking maneuvers and gradually increases the steering effort as vehicle speed increases to provide a tighter more sporty steering response If for some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers Failure to follow these warnings may result in injuries that are serious or
152. dow demister outlets Bi Level ugh Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets Press and release the Panel mode button and Floor mode button to enter Bi Level mode the indicators illuminate when ON Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode Mix Mode We Air comes from the floor defrost and side window vel demister outlets This mode works best in cold or snowy conditions It allows you to stay comfortable while keeping the windshield clear Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window demister outlets Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side win dow defrosting When the defrost mode is selected the blower will automatically default to medium high NOTE While operating in the other modes the system will not automatically sense the presence of fog mist or ice on the windshield Defrost mode must be manually selected to clear the windshield and side glass NN UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 Air Conditioning A C The Air Conditioning A C button allows the operator to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning system When in A C mode with the ATC set to a cool temperature dehumidified air flows through the air outlets If Economy mode is desired press the A C button to turn off the A C mode in the ATC display and deactivate the A C system NOTE e If the system is in Mix or Defrost Mode the A C can be
153. e button to scroll downward through the displayed menu and the related options or to decrease the value displayed NOTE Buttons and activate different functions according to the following situations e To scroll the menu options upwards or downwards e To increase or decrease values during settings NOTE When opening one of the front doors the EVIC display will turn on the clock and the miles or kilometers covered for versions markets where provided for a few seconds Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Setup Menu The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle Press the and buttons to access the different options and settings setup The setup menu can be activated by pressing the MENU ESC button Single presses on buttons or will scroll through the setup menu options The menu includes the following functions e Speed Beep e Trip B Data e Set Time 144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Set Date See Radio Speed Display Autoclose Units Language Buzzer Volume Button Volume Daylights D R L Hill Start Exit Menu Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu Without Submenu 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to select the main menu option to set 2 Press the or button by single presses to select the new setting 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to store the new setting and go back to the main menu option previously selected Selecting An Option Of T
154. e If the Recirculation indicator is on the Recirculation setting is manual and Recirculation is on Automatic Operation 1 Press the AUTO button on the Automatic Temperature Control ATC Panel the indicator will illuminate when on 2 Next adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the temperature control buttons Once the desired temperature is displayed the system will achieve and automatically maintain that comfort level 3 When the system is set up for your comfort level it is not necessary to change the settings You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically NN UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 NOTE e It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles The system automatically adjusts the temperature mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible e The temperature can be displayed in U S or Metric units by selecting the US M customer programmable feature Refer to the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in this section of the manual To provide you with maximum comfort in the Automatic mode during cold start ups the blower fan will remain on low until the engine warms up The blower will increase in speed and transition into AUTO mode Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features NOTE
155. e of the axle and tires A tire could explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehi cle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever 1 Firmly set the parking brake 2 Remove the shift lever override access cover located on the right side of the shift lever housing WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 295 6 Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position 7 The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL 8 Reinstall the shift lever override access cover TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition Key Automatic Transmission e Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated e Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck all wheels off 6 Shift Lever Override Access Cover the ground 3 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position CAUTION without starting the engine 4 Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission Damage to the drivetrain will result 5 Using a small screwdriver or similar tool push and hold the override release lever in 296 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Sa CAUTION Continued e Do not atte
156. e wording TUNER Mute will be shown on the display in radio mode or CD Pause in CD mode Press the Xf button again to deactivate the MUTE function The volume will gradually increase until it reaches the previously set level When the volume level is changed using the dedicated controls the Mute function is deactivated and the vol ume is adjusted to the new level selected Audio Adjustment The functions that can be selected from the audio menu change depending on the context AM FM MEDIA SATELLITE Press the AUDIO button briefly to change the Audio functions After the AUDIO button is first pressed the display will show the Bass level value for the source activated at that time e g in FM mode the display will show the wording FM Bass 2 Use the buttons A or V to scroll through the Menu functions To change the setting of the selected function use the dor gt buttons The current status of the selected function appears on the display The functions managed by the Audio Menu are e BASS Bass adjustment e TREBLE Treble adjustment e BALANCE right left Balance adjustment e FADER front rear Balance adjustment e LOUDNESS deactivation Loudness function activation N UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 e EQUALIZER if equipped activation and selection of factory equalization adjustments e USER EQUALIZER if equipped customized equal ization adjustment Tone Adjust
157. e Air Bags SAB and SABIC during impacts that require air bag occupant protection WARNING e Your vehicle is equipped with left and right SABIC do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC The area where the side curtain air bag is located 022635856 should remain free from any obstructions Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects Label Location between you and the SAB the performance could NOTE Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the be adversely affected and or objects could be interior trim but they will open during air bag deploy pushed into you causing serious injury ment Continued 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie WARNING Continued e Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks that require perma nent attachments bolts or screws for installation on the vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection and works together with the Driver Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact Knee Impact Bolster The Knee Impact Bolster helps protect the knees of the passenger side front passenger by positioning t
158. e a visual judgement when determining proper inflation Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated CAUTION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al ways reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the valve stem 244 STARTING AND OPERATING ee Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure molded into the tire sidewall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 KPa for every 12 F 7 C for this outside temperature condition Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi 13 to 40 kPa during operation Do not reduce this normal pressure build up
159. e applied to the wheel that is not spinning This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in the Partial Off mode Refer to Electronic Stability Con trol ESC in this section for further information Hill Start Assist HSA The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when starting a vehicle from a stop ona hill HSA will maintain the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the driver takes his foot off the brake pedal If the driver does not apply the throttle during this short period of time the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill The system will release brake pressure in proportion to the amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended direction of travel 228 STARTING AND OPERATING ee HSA Activation Criteria The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to activate e Vehicle must be stopped e Vehicle must be on a 2 5 manual transmission or 7 grade or greater automatic transmission hill e Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction i e vehicle in NEUTRAL manual transmission vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear vehicle backing uphill is in REVERSE gear WARNING There may be situations on minor hills i e less than 8 with a loaded vehicle or while pulling a trailer when the system will not activate and slight rolling may occur This could cause a collision with anoth
160. e left side of the steering wheel controls the operation of the headlights headlight beam selection passing light and turn signals NOTE The external lights can only be turned on with the ignition in the ON RUN position Headlights Rotate the end of the multifunction lever up A ward to the first detent for headlight operation a 031410253 Headlight Operation NOTE When the headlights are turned on the Daytime Running Lights will be deactivated High Beams ED With the low beams activated push the multifunc me tion lever towards the instrument panel to turn on the high beams Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to turn off the high beams Flash To Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer ing wheel This will turn on the high beams until the lever is released Parking Lights To turn on the parking lights remove the key or turn the ignition to OFF LOCK position and turn on the headlights zb Q7 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped To activate the Daytime Running Lights DRL rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the O symbol NOTE The low beams and side taillights will not be on with DRL The DRL function can be turned on or off using the display menus Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel
161. e severe transmission damage Dam age from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty matic transmission Damage to the drivetrain will result If these vehicles require towing make sure all drive wheels are OFF the ground WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Mi Hazard Warning Flashers 267 HSpar Ime Removal 2222 uxore 280 lB If Your Engine Overheats Ls 267 O Preparations For Jacking 283 MELLE RE dons ges va E Rd ob d ba 268 O Jacking Instructions as as ics outre n ELI ELEK SIONA E creia eke PCR gees ROB ERES 269 FI pare Ie DOWA 2 953 5309 91 bas RR d o TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 269 W Jump Starting Procedure EL TIREFIT Usage Precautions ws sete d 270 O Preparations For Jump Start 290 O Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT 273 O Jurpe5tartng Procedure lt s iis oi mte 291 N Jacking And Tire Changing If Equipped 278 W Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 293 all is dbe ie AA TTC TRITT TTL TIT 279 W Shift Lever Override 294 266 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Se W Towing A Disabled Vehicle 295 O Without The Ignition Key 296 EL Dtb Temton ey syt ae eo us gon DR OR MS 295 W Enhanced Accident Response System 297 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the instrument panel below the radio Press the switch to turn on the H
162. e that it is properly reset or that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer must be reset at zero NOTE If the vehicle is equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the instrument cluster all warnings including door and gate and Change Engine Oil will only be displayed in the EVIC display For additional information refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC for further information 140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 27 Fuel Gauge Fuel Door Reminder The fuel door reminder indicates that the fuel filler door is located on the right side of the vehicle When the ignition switch is in the ON RUN position the digital scale will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank NOTE The fuel gauge and range will not immediately update accurately when refueling with the engine on 28 Tachometer The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine revolutions per minute RPM x 1000 for each gear range Before reaching the red area ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage 29 Speedometer The Speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per hour mph and or kilometers per hour km h ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster
163. eading Add oil only when e Change the engine oil filter the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark e Inspect the brake hoses and lines e Check the windshield washer solvent and add if CAUTION required Once A Month Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle e Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following e Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals P y 5 pages for the reguired maintenance intervals as reguired M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 e Check the fluid levels of the engine coolant reservoir and brake master cylinder and add as needed 350 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES M 8 000 Miles 13 000 km or 16 000 Miles 26 000 km or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Schedule Included in the Maintenance Program Included in the Maintenance Program Change the engine oil and engine oil filter 1 Change the engine oil and engine oil fil Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before ter 16 000 miles 26 000 km L1 Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the en irregular wear even if it occurs before gine air cleaner filter replace if necessary 8 000 miles 13 000 km Inspect
164. eath Continued strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve hicle when the vehicle is not used for towing Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the rear fascia when the loudspeaker sounds the continuous tone Also the sensors could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assembly depending on its size and shape giving a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED WARNING The power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead console e Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unat tended children can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death In a collision there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof Never allow your fingers other body parts or Power Sunroof Switch any object to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result 034164715 NN UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115
165. eating elements off NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within two to five minutes 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ie WARNING impact Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear e Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use ex haustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for The head restraints for all occupants must be prop erly adjusted before operating the vehicle or occupy ing a seat Head restraints should never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of an accident long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat Reactive Head Restraints Front Seats The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Reactive Head Restraints In the event of a rear impact the Reactive Head Restraints will automatically extend forward minimizing the gap between the b
166. ect to change Subscriptions governed by NN UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Terms amp Conditions available at sirius com service terms SIRIUS Radio U S service only available to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States D C and PR Service available in Canada see WWW siriuscanada ca SIRIUS Satellite Radio Program Types Program Types can be selected by pressing the A or V buttons The Program Type will change to the next category and the radio will then tune to first station in that program type Pressing 4 or buttons will tune to only the stations in that program type Pressing the A or V buttons until All is displayed will allow normal tuning to all stations The Program Types available are All Pop Rock Electronic Dance Hip Hop R amp B Country Christian Jazz Standards Classical Latin World Sports Enter tainment Talk News NPR Comedy Family amp Health Religion Traffic Weather You can find SIRIUS current terms and conditions at http www sirius com Re Subscribe To SIRIUS Satellite Radio New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to SIRIUS Satellite Radio with their radio Following expiration of the free services it will be necessary to access the information on the Sub scription Information screen in order to re subscribe Press the UP DOWN button to scroll through the Menu Functions and the Left Right button to c
167. ed Automatic car washing equipment can damage the top material If you must use an automatic car wash soft cloth systems are preferred CAUTION Avoid high pressure car washes as they can damage the top material Also increased water pressure may force water past the weather strips General Cleaning Careful vacuuming of the top before washing is helpful in removing dust and other foreign particles Wash in partial shade instead of direct sun Wet the entire vehicle before washing the top The top should be washed with a soft natural bristle scrub brush and a mild soap solution such as liquid dishwashing soap Do not use detergent CAUTION Never use an abrasive type cleaner or bleaches Cleaners should not contain silicones organic sol vents petroleum distillates or plasticizers Always wait until the top is thoroughly dry before lowering it into the storage area Scrub in all directions covering an area of about two square feet at a time Avoid heavy scrubbing Rinse the entire vehicle with water to remove all soap and dirt from the top fabric and to prevent streaking on painted and chrome surfaces Allow the top to dry before lowering Vacuuming the top with a wet dry shop vacuum will decrease the top s drying time ensure removal of all dirt and delete streaks in the material Multiple cleanings may be necessary to remove stubborn stains If stains persist contact your local authorized dealer for further
168. ed for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system Operation or sensor damage may result when us ing replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage Do not use aftermarket tire sealants or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS as damage to the sensors may result After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni toring Sensor 254 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE e The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition e The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure e Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability e The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte nance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light e Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire
169. emove the tire result in personal injury 4 Using the swivel wrench raise the vehicle by turning CAUTION the jack screw to the right Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift facing outward The vehicle could be damaged if the provides maximum stability spare tire is mounted incorrectly 5 Remove the wheel bolts and pull the wheel off the hub For vehicles equipped with aluminum wheels the WARNING t tb dt the wheel bolts EE dl ll CRT possible personal injury handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges 288 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES M NOTE The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel bolts When reinstalling the original wheel prop erly align the wheel cover to the valve stem place the wheel cover onto the wheel then install the wheel bolts 6 Install the spare wheel and wheel bolts with the cone shaped end of the bolts toward the wheel Lightly tighten the bolts To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the bolts fully until the vehicle has been lowered 7 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left 8 Finish tightening the bolts Push down on the wrench while tightening the wheel bolts Alternate bolts until each bolt has been tightened twice The correct wheel bolt torque is 63
170. en do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child or pet seek emergency assistance immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Coolant Level The coolant expansion bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is ad equate With the engine off and cold the level of the engine coolant antifreeze in the bottle should be be tween the bottom and top lines marked COLD FILL RANGE As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfac tory the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month When additional engine coolant antifreeze is needed to maintain the proper level it should be added to the coolant bottle Do not overfill Points To Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles kilometers of operation you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment This is nor mally a result of moisture from rain snow or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor ized when the thermostat opens allowing hot engine coolant antifreeze to enter the radiator If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate e Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Check the coolant freeze point in the r
171. entional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 305 WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Only do service work for which you CAUTION e Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per form repairs and service when necessary could result in more costly repairs damage to other components or negatively impact vehicle perfor mance Immediately have potential malfunctions examined by an authorized dealer or qualified repair center MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals Do not use chemical flushes in these components as the chemicals can damage your Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed engine transmission or air conditioning Such maintenance schedule there are other components which damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited may require servicing or replacement in the future Warranty If a flush is needed because of compo nent malfunction use only the specified fluid for the flushing procedure have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic The pages that follow contain the required maintenance service
172. eper water Furthermore flowing and or rising water can carry your vehicle away swiftly Failure to follow this warning may result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you 218 STARTING AND OPERATING NEE Id Shallow Standing Water CAUTION Continued Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so CAUTION e Always check the depth of the standing water e Driving through standing water may cause dam age to your vehicle s drivetrain components Al ways inspect your vehicle s fluids i e engine oil transmission axle etc for signs of contamination i e fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance after driving through standing water Do not con before driving through it Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle Determine the condition of the road or the path that is under water and if there are any obstacles in the way before driving through the standing wa ter Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water This will minimize wave effects Continued tinue to operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated as this may result in further dam age Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Getting water inside your vehicle s engine can cause it to lock up an
173. er P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 888 242 6342 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY To assist customers who have hearing difficulties the manufacturer has installed special TDD Telecommuni cation Devices for the Deaf equipment at its customer center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada For TTY teletypewriter users dial 711 and for Voice callers dial 1 800 855 0511 to connect with a Bell Relay Service operator NN F Y OU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 367 Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer s service contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s service contract you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about the service contract call the manufacturer s Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1 800 521 9922 Canadian residents call 800 465 2001 English 800 387 99
174. er if equipped Short repeated button press and present source selection BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE X Mute Pause Button Volume activation deactivation Mute Short button press Pause AUDIO Audio adjustments low tones BASS Menu activation short button press high tones TREBLE left right balance Adjustment type selection press A BALANCE front rear balance or V Adjustment of values press FADER d o gt 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS i Information Button Song Artist Album Genre Playlist Folder information if available in CD Media Player and Satellite if so equipped Toggles RBDS information in FM Advanced functions adjustment Menu activation short button press Adjustment type selection press or V Adjustment of values press 4 or P gt Vol Vol Volume adjustment Press button volume increase Press button volume decrease BUTTON RADIO FUNCTIONS MODE Radio Station Search Automatic search press buttons 4 or P long press for fast forward Manual search press buttons A or e Manual Search V long press for fast forward e Automatic Search NN UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 BUTTON RADIO FUNCTIONS MODE 12345 Current radio station storing Long button press for memory preset 1 to 5 respectivel Stored station recall Short button press for memory preset 1 to 5 respectively 4 CD eeection Short button press A
175. er such as alarm lights stereos citizen band radios etc WARNING e No objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate Continued 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ee Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact The SAB are marked with an air bag label Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bag SAB Label When the air bag deploys it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat s trim cover Each air bag deploys independently a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right side impact deploys the right air bag only Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC may offer side impact protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The SABIC deploy downward covering both windows on the impact side THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 The system includes side impact sensors that are cali brated to deploy the Seat Mounted Sid
176. er vehicle or object Always remember the driver is responsible for braking the vehicle Disabling Enabling HSA If you wish to turn the HSA system on or off it can be done using the Customer Programmable Features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Un derstanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Electronic Stability Control ESC This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESC cor rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteering or understeering condi tion Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle When the actual path does not match the intended path STARTING AND OPERATING 229 ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition e Oversteer when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position e Understeer when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position ESC Off Switch Automatic Transmission ESC Off Switch Manual Transmission 230 STARTING AND OPERATING ee
177. er Seating Positions The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors ALR which are used to secure a child restraint system For additional information refer to Installing Child Re straints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt under the Child Restraints section The chart below defines the type of feature for each seating position Driver Passenger ALR ALR e N A Not Applicable e ALR Automatic Locking Retractor If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant s mid section so as to not activate the ALR If the ALR is activated you will hear a ratcheting sound as the belt retracts Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort ably wrap around the occupant s mid section Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The Automatic Locking Mode is avail able on all passenger seating positions with a combina tion lap shoulder belt Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child safety seat is
178. esenting the tire manufacturing location two digits L9 Code representing the tire size two digits ABCD Code used by the tire manufacturer one to four digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured two digits 01 means the year 2001 Prior to July 2000 tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured Example 031 could represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991 EE STARTING AND OPERATING 237 Tire Terminology And Definitions B Pillar The vehicle B Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door of a four door vehicle running from the sill to the roof Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after sitting for a three hour period Inflation pressure is measured in units of PSI pounds per square inch or KPa kilopascals Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire The max inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placard A paper label permanent
179. ever leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Do not leave the ignition key in the vehicle A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle 212 STARTING AND OPERATING ee CAUTION e Before moving the shift lever out of PARK you must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK OFF position to the ON RUN position and also press the brake pedal Otherwise damage to the shift lever could result DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range as this can damage the drivetrain The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the shift lever in the PARK position e When shifting into PARK move the shift lever all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is fully seated e Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position e With brake pedal released verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running The engine may be started in this range Set the parking brake and shift the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle WARNING
180. f the windshield Rear Wiper Operation wiper washer lever upward The rear wiper will operate NOTE The windshield wipers washers will only oper in the same mode as the front windshield wipers but at ate with the ignition in the ON RUN position half the frequency When the transmission is shifted into REVERSE the rear wiper will automatically operate at Low Speed and return to normal operation when the transmission is shifted out of REVERSE 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Windshield Washer Operation Push the windshield wiper washer lever toward the instrument panel to activate the rear washer Push and hold the lever for more than a half second and the wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released TILT STEERING COLUMN IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward The tilt control lever is located on the left side of the steering column below the turn signal controls A i 031635957 Tilt Control Lever Push down on the lever to unlock the column With one hand firmly on the steering wheel move the steering column up or down as desired Push the lever up to lock the column firmly in place Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Be sure the steering column i
181. few seconds and then the CD will be ejected Display Information When the CD player is operating information will ap pear on the display with the following meaning e Track 5 indicates the CD track number e 03 42 indicates the time elapsed since the start of the track if the relevant Menu function is activated Track Selection Briefly press the button to play the previous CD track and the Br button to play the next track The tracks are selected cyclically the first track is selected after the last track and vice versa If the track has been played for more than 3 seconds pressing the lt 4 button starts the track again from the N UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 beginning In this case if you want to play the previous track press the button twice consecutively Track Fast Forward Rewind Keep the Br button pressed down to fast forward the selected track and keep the button pressed down to fast rewind the track The fast forward rewind will stop once the button is released Pause Function To pause the CD player press the Jf button The wording CD Pause appears on the display To resume listening to the track press the Xf button again CD MP3 Player Introduction This chapter describes the operation of the CD MP3 player NOTE Layer 3 audio decoding technology is licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia MP3 Mode In addition to playing regular audio CDs
182. four to eight seconds for a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the Air Bag Warning Light either momentarily or continuously A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial startup It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is noted that could affect the air bag system The diagnos tics also record the nature of the malfunction WARNING Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru ment panel could mean you won t have the air bags to protect you in a collision If the light does not come on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on stays on after you start the vehicle or if it comes on as you drive have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Inflator Units The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and on the right side of the instrument panel When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad vanced Front Air Bags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the Advanced Front Air Bags Different air bag inflation rates N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 are possible based o
183. fter fuel has been added the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose improperly installed or damaged If the system detects a malfunction the gASCAP message will display in the odometer display Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off If the problem persists the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started This might indicate a damaged cap If the problem is detected twice in a row the system will turn on the MIL Resolving the problem will turn the MIL off TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with this vehicle is not allowed 264 STARTING AND OPERATING ee RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition is ar ne Automatic Transmission NONE Transmission in NEUTRAL NOT ALLOWED 0K OK Dollv Tow Front OK OK y NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOTE Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions NOTE This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or may be recreationally towed flat towed at any legal vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are OFF the highway speed for any distance if the manual transmis ground sion is in NEUTRAL CAUTION CAUTION TION CAUTIO Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with an auto ments can caus
184. g electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury 5 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery Once the engine is started remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence 6 Disconnect the negative jumper cable from the engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged battery 7 Disconnect the negative end of the jumper cable from the negative post of the booster battery N WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 8 Disconnect the opposite end of the positive 4 jumper cable from the positive post of the booster battery 9 Disconnect the positive end of the jumper cable from the positive post of the discharged vehicle If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system in spected at your authorized dealer CAUTION Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud sand or snow it can often be moved by a rocking motion Turn your steering wheel right and left
185. g on slippery surfaces The system s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide regulated hydraulic pressure The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation which is normal The ABS includes an amber ABS Warning Light When the light is illuminated the ABS is not functioning The system reverts to standard non anti lock brakes Turning the ignition Off and On again may reset the ABS if the fault detected was only momentary NS TA TING AND OPERATING 225 WARNING WARNING Continued e The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must e Pumping the Anti Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to a collision Pumping makes the stopping distance longer Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop The Anti Lock Brake System ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others When you are in a severe braking condition involving the use of the ABS you will experience some pedal drop as the vehicle comes to a stop This is the result of the system reverting to the base brake system vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction Engagement of the ABS may be accompanied by a afforded pulsing sensation You may also hear a clicking
186. h the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Operation In case of electrical failure the sunroof can be operated with the hex wrench that is located in the glove box There is a plug located in the rear of the sunroof opening at the center of the vehicle Removing the plug reveals a hex opening in the motor assembly of the sunroof Insert the hex wrench and turn moving the sunroof to the desired location Sun Shade If Equipped For vehicles equipped with either a power sunroof or a fixed glass roof there is a sun shade that can be open or closed To open the sun shade press the tab and move the shade to a full open position Manual Sun Shade ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There is a standard 12 Volt 13 Amp power outlet located in the floor console for added convenience This power outlet can power mobile phones electronics and other low power devices Power Outlet UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Power is available when the ignition switch is in the ON RUN or START position Insert the cigar lighter or accessory plug into the outlet for use To preserve the heating element do not hold the lighter in the heating position CAUTION e Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts If the 160 Watt 13 Amp power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need
187. hange the selected Set up Menu function Write down the Electronic Serial Number ESN for your receiver To retrieve the Electronic Serial Number of SIRIUS Satellite Receiver Module tune to Channel 0 Make sure that when the order is placed the ESN are correct If any of the ESN numbers are not entered correctly then the SIRIUS subscription will not be able to be transferred to the new radio and will not be active 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ee when installed in the customer s vehicle To reactivate your service either call the number listed on the display or visit the provider online CAUTION Neither SIRIUS nor FIAT is responsible for any errors in accuracies in the SIRIUS data services or its use in vehicles SIRIUS XM and all related marks and logos are trade marks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc and its subsidiaries SIRIUS Radio requires a subscription sold separately after trial subscription included with vehicle purchase Prices and programming are provided by SIRIUS and are subject to change Subscriptions governed by Terms amp Conditions available at sirius com service terms SIRIUS Radio U S service only available to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States D C amp PR Visit www sirius com Sirius Subscription Issues When Replacing A Sirius Radio When a radio needs to be replaced the dealer will need the SIRIUS information to order a new radio even if the SIRIUS su
188. he temperature gauge are lit pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If you hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized dealership for service NN UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call an authorized dealer ship for service if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Main taining Your Vehicle Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph 26 Odometer Trip Odometer Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Display Area This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven U S Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced the repair technician should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the repair or service If s he cannot do so then the odometer must be set at zero and a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was before the repair or service It is a good idea for you to make a record of the odometer reading before the repair service so that you can be sur
189. he Main Menu With Submenu 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to display the first submenu option 2 Press the or button by single presses to scroll through all the submenu options N UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to select the displayed submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu 4 Press the or button by single presses to select the new setting for this submenu option 5 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to store the new setting and go back to the previously selected submenu option 6 Press and hold the MENU ESC button to return to the main menu short hold or the main screen longer hold Change Engine Oil Indicator System Change Engine Oil Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The Change Engine Oil message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style Unless reset this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position To turn off the message temporarily press and release the MENU ESC button To reset the oil change indicator system after performing the scheduled main tenance refer to the following proced
190. he desired speed press the SET button and release Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed NOTE The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pressing the SET button To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pushing the CANC button or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set speed memory Pressing the ON OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set speed memory N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed push the RES button and release Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph 32 km h To Vary The Speed Setting When the Electronic Speed Control is set you can in crease speed by pushing the RES button If the button is continually pressed the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released then the new set speed will be established Pressing the RES button once will result in a 1 mph 2 km h increase in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 mph 2 km h To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is set push the SET button If the button is continually held in the SET position the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released Release the button when the desired speed is reached and the new set spee
191. he latch plate and pull out the e Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as your injuries in a collision much worse You might necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your pas u sengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in a collision hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat Pulling Out The Latch Plate THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch WARNING plate into the buckle until you hear a click NING fi ZW Y e A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will X j not protect you properly The lap portion could ride too high on your body possibly causing internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly Y du Continued Inserting Latch Plate Int
192. he lower strap hooks are passed over the top of each bar pushing aside the seat cover material In addition there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the rear surface of the seatback The lower strap hooks are passed over the top of each bar pushing aside the seat cover material Many but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 means of adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rear facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap You will first loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hook or connectors to the vehicle anchorages Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the seat cover material Then attach the tether strap to the anchorage directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint preferably between the head restraint posts underneath the head restraint Fi nally tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downwa
193. he manufac turer recommends the use of 91 octane or higher for optimum performance RECOMMENDED OCTANE RATING RM METHOD Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of gasoline with the ap propriate octane rating for your engine before consider ing service for the vehicle Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality 258 STARTING AND OPERATING M The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso line Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as 10 Ethanol MTBE and ETBE Oxygen ates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle CAUTION Do not use gasoline containing Methanol or E 85 Ethanol Use of these blends may result i
194. he pas senger for the best interaction with the Advanced Front Air Bags Along with seat belts and pretensioners Advanced Front Air Bags work with the Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag and the passenger side knee bolster to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB and Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls Occupant Restraint Controller ORC The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle The ORC determines if deployment of the front and or side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required Based on the impact sensor s signals a central electronic ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags Supplemen tal Driver Side Knee Air Bag Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Supplemental Seat Mounted N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Side Air Bags SAB and front seat belt pretensioners as required depending on the severity and type of impact Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag are designed to provide additional protec tion by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and type of collision Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear or side collisions The Advanced Front Air Bags and S
195. he tail stop or turn signal bulbs by pushing them slightly and turning counter clockwise 3 Disconnect the electric connector 4 Press the retaining device and open the bulb holder 5 Remove the snap fitted bulb to be replaced and re 5 Remove the backup lamp bulb by pulling straight out places 6 Replace lamps as required and reinstall lamp Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 6 Close the back cap locking it properly 7 Reinstall the two fastening screws and reinstall the 1 Remove the two guard caps and the two fastening guard caps Screws N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 FLUID CAPACITIES U S Metric Fuel Approximate 10 5 Gallons Engine Oil with Filter 14 Liter Engine Cooling System 1 4 Liter Engine MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 5 8 Quarts 5 5 Liters 10 Year 152 000 Mile Formula or equivalent with Auto matic Transmission 1 4 Liter Engine MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 4 6 Quarts 4 4 Liters 10 Year 152 000 Mile Formula or equivalent with Manual Transmission 344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 10 Year 152 000 Mile Formula OAT Or ganic Additive Technology or equivalent meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 12106 Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W 30 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refe
196. hild seats used in the forward facing direc tion are for children who are over two years old or who have outgrown the rear facing weight or height limit of their rear facing convertible child seat Children should remain in a forward facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible up to the highest weight or height allowed by the child seat These child seats are also held NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH WARNING child restraint anchorage system Refer to Lower An chors and Tether for CHildren LATCH e Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions ex All children whose weight or height is above the forward facing limit for the child seat should use a belt positioning booster seat until the vehicle s seat belts fit properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seatback they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning booster seat are held actly when installing an infant or child restraint A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat A rearward facing child re straint in the front seat may be struck by a deploy in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt ing passenger air
197. hin out the paint finish 328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ME CAUTION e f you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is e Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner such as steel wool or scouring powder which will e f your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner scratch metal and painted surfaces e Use of power washers exceeding 1 200 psi 8 274 kPa can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Special Care e f you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de icer salt etc be sure that such materials are well e f you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once a month e f a lot of driving is done on gravel roads consider d t hields behind each wheel e It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges cQ C E of the doors rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and e Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint or equivalent on open scratches as soon as possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim especially
198. ht limit of their rear facing child safety seat Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie WARNING Rearward facing child seats must never be used in The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children from birth until they reach the weight or height limit of the infant carrier Convertible child seats can be used either rearward facing or forward facing in the vehicle Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing direction than infant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who have outgrown their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old Children should remain rearward facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchor system Refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger air bag An air bag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position Older Children And Child Restraints Children who are two years old or who have outgrown their rear facing convertible child seat can ride forward facing in the vehicle Forward facing child seats and convertible c
199. ical Sn Senne solvents or abrasive cleaners This will weaken the fabric Avoid high pressure car washes as they can dam Sun damage can also weaken the fabric age the top material Also increased water pres sure may force past the weather strips Remove any standing water from the top and dry the surface before opening it Operating the top If the seat belts need cleaning use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the seat belts from the car to wash them Dry with a soft cloth opening a door or lowering a window while the Replace the seat belts if they appear frayed or worn or if top is wet may allow water to drip into the the buckles do not work properly vehicles interior Use care when washing the vehicle water pressure directed at the weather strip seals may cause water NOTE Lubricate the top rails with Berulub FR 43 every to leak into the vehicles interior 2000 cycles or if scratching noises due to dust are present Convertible Top Care If Equipped Immediate removal of any contaminant is recommended Regular washing of the top will enhance its life and appearance and make successive cleanings easier Do not subject the top to excessive heat Frequently vacuum the top and storage compartment Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage stains or mildew on the top material Continued N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 Washing Hand washing is highly recommend
200. ight indicates that the headlights are on high beam Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam 6 Park Headlight ON Indicator Follow Me Home Headlight Delay Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on If the Follow Me Home feature is activated this indicator will illuminate and the EVIC will show how zb Q7 long the function remains active For further information refer to Follow Me Home in Understanding The Features of Your Vehicle 7 Turn Signal Indicators The arrows will flash in unison with the exte lt p gt rior turn signal when using the turn signal lever 8 Generic Warning Light The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if N any of the following conditions occur Oil Change Request Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure External Light Failure Fuel Cut Off Intervention Fuel Cut Off Not Available Parking Sensor Failure 9 Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four seconds as a 9 bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN If the light is either not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information 10 Cruise Indicator If Equipped This indicator shows that the Spee
201. ill auto matically default to medium high if the Defrost mode is selected Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode 7 Floor Mode Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demister outlets 8 Panel Mode Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode NOTE The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers for maximum airflow to the rear 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M 9 Blower Control Down Button There are 12 blower speeds The blower speed decreases as you press this button Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode 10 Temperature Control Down Button Provides temperature down control Push the button for cooler temperature settings 11 Climate Control ON OFF Button Press and release to turn the Climate Control ON or OFF 12 Recirculation Control Button Press and release to change the current setting The indicator illuminates when ON NOTE e When in Defrost mode the Recirculation button will flash if pressed This indicates that you can not pro ceed to this mode due to fogging risk e When the Auto indicator is on and the Recirculation indicator is off the Recirculation is in AUTO mod
202. ily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you to be happy with our products and services Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an authorized dealer They know your vehicle the best and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service The manufacturer s authorized dealers have the facilities factory trained technicians special tools and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner 366 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE C This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer s service manager first Most matters can be re solved with this process e f for some reason you are still not satisfied talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer ship They want to know if you need assistance e If an authorized dealership is unable to resolve the concern you may contact the manufacturer s customer center Any communication to the manufacturer s customer cen ter should include the following information e Owner s name and address e Owner s telephone number home and office e Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage FIAT Customer Cent
203. ing by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting e Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings See Radio Repeat Audio Information With this function active the EVIC display shows infor mation relevant to the sound system e Radio tuned radio station frequency automatic tuning activation or AutoSTore e CD audio CD MP3 track number To activate On or to deactivate Off the sound system info displaying proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button On or Off will flash on the display according to the previous setting 2 Press the or button for setting 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings If the radio has BLUE amp ME refer to the appropriate BLUE amp ME User s Manual for further information Speed Display When this function is activated the cluster will display the vehicle speed MPH or km h N UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 To activate On or to deactivate Off the speed display feature proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button MPH km h then Off will flash on the display according to previous setting
204. installed in a seating position that has a belt with this feature Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode 1 Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted 3 Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie WARNING e The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re tractor ALR feature or any other seat belt func tion is not working properly when checked ac cording to the procedures in the Service Manual Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a controlled manner This feature is de
205. ipped The fog light switch is located on the center stack of the instrument panel just below the radio Fog Light Switch Press the switch once to turn the front fog lights on Press the switch a second time to turn the front fog lights off NN UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column NOTE The windshield wipers washers will only oper ate with the ignition in the ON RUN position Front Windshield Wiper Operation There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers The windshield wiper lever can be raised or lowered to access these modes 031510255 Windshield Wiper Operation Windshield Wiper Off This is the normal position of the wiper lever Intermittent Wiper Operation Push the lever downward to the first detent The wipers will operate intermittently 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M NOTE The Intermittent function only has one detent but wiper delay will vary with changes in vehicle speed As vehicle speed increases the delay time will decrease Low Speed Push the lever downward to the second detent The wipers will operate at low speed High Speed Push the lever downward to the third detent The wipers will operate at high speed Manual High Speed Mist Push the lever upward from the off position The wipers will operate at high speed to cle
206. ire pressure on the placard Once the low tire pressure warning Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light illuminates you must increase the tire pressure to the recommended cold tire pressure in order for the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to turn off The system will automatically update and the Tire Pressure Monitor ing Telltale Light will turn off once the system receives the updated tire pressures The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information ee STARTING AND OPERATING 253 For example your vehicle may have a recommended cold parked for more than three hours tire pressure of 30 psi 207 kPa If the ambient temperature is 68 F 20 C and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi 186 kPa a temperature drop to 20 F 7 C will decrease the tire pressure to approximately 26 psi 179 kPa This tire pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn on the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Driving the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately 27 psi 186 kPa but the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will still be on In this situation the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold tire pres sure value CAUTION e The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warnings have been establish
207. is required AUTOSTICK IF EQUIPPED AutoStick is a driver interactive feature providing manual shift control giving you more control of the vehicle AutoStick allows you to maximize engine brak ing eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts and improve overall vehicle performance This system can also provide you with more control during passing city driving cold slippery conditions mountain driving trailer towing and many other situations ee STARTING AND OPERATING 215 Operation When the shift lever is in the AutoStick position to the left of the Drive position it can be moved forward and rearward This allows the driver to manually select the transmission gear being used Moving the shift lever forward triggers a downshift and moving it rearward an upshift The gear position will display in the instrument cluster on the transmission range indicator NOTE In AutoStick mode the transmission will only shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever rearward or forward except as noted below AutoStick is deactivated when the shift lever is moved out of the AutoStick position General Information e You can launch the vehicle from a stop in first second or third gear The system will ignore attempts to shift into a higher gear if the engine speed is too low An audible beep will sound if an inappropriate gear is selected When coming to a stop the transmission will do
208. is supplied with a code card containing key The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry RKE code numbers to order duplicate keys and the autho transmitter with an integrated key To use the mechanical rized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key key simply press the mechanical key release button code numbers for your vehicle locks These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys T Mechanical Key Release Button 020235839 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Key Removal 1 Place the shift lever in PARK if equipped with an automatic transmission 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ACC ON RUN posi tion 3 Rotate the key to the OFF LOCK position 4 Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder 020236009 Ignition Switch Positions 1 STOP OFF LOCK 3 AVV START 2 MAR ACC ON RUN NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 WARNING Continued WARNING e Before exiting a vehicle always apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK and re move the key fob from the ignition When leaving the vehicle always lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or
209. ition ON 3 Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON 4 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch ON 5 Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON 6 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch ON Left Turn Light is OFF Right Turn Light BLINKS Right Turn Light is ON SOLID Left Turn Light BLINKS Left Turn Light is ON SOLID Right Turn Light BLINKS Right Turn Light is ON SOLID Left Turn Light BLINKS Left Turn Light is ON SOLID Right Turn Light is ON SOLID 7 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch OFF Turn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State Left Turn Light is OFF Right Turn Light is OFF 8 Turn ignition OFF System is now reset and the engine may be started 9 Turn SE Flashers If a reset step is not completed within 45 sec onds then the turn signal lights will turn off and the reset procedure must be performed again in order to be successful MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Bl Engine Compartment 1 4L 301 ll Onboard Diagnostic System OBD II 302 N Emissions Inspection And Maintenance ein HARE HE RE RE op od ded Sr 302 B Replacement Parts ss ss se 304 W Dealer Service oo des duis OE EDE be RED 304 Bl Maintenance Procedures 305 EE ide ON C 306 HE oie Piller sis ay es AAR HE owe a VOE 308 O Engine Air Cleaner Filter sesse 308 O Maintenance Iree Battery s s 309 O Air Conditioner Maintenance o O Body LUDMCAWON 1425054
210. km or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule L1 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 152 000 miles 247 000 km Flush and replace engine coolant Replace the timing belt M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center N MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 361 WARNING e You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and affect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS lll Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Hi etvice COMMA sere cou Sede eee RUE oe oe 8 367 as EE EG ae Mi Warranty Information 368 a Prepare Por The APpOmtment uu ee cese ao E Reporting Safety Defects 0 368 df teorie His 44444 deed apne ade oad a 365 Hin The BO United Gites And H Be Reasonable With Requests 365 Washington DE so sede ERLA tik BR ss 368 N If You Need Assistan
211. l be thrown about and possibly injured or could injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain transmission and axle in your vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri mental and should be avoided The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Ve hicle CAUTION Never use Non Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result NOTE Anew engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie SAFETY TIPS WARNING Continued Tr
212. lectronic systems Chrysler Group LLC i 12FF500 126 AF 6th Edition Printed in U S A
213. lso sion damage painted and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 Manual Transmission If Equipped Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug The fluid level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3 16 in 4 7 mm below the bottom of the hole Add fluid if necessary to maintain the proper level Frequency Of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubri cant has become contaminated with water NOTE If contaminated with water the fluid should be changed immediately Automatic Transmission If Equipped The automatic transmission and differential assembly are contained within a single housing The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced Operation with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transmission and the fluid Selection Of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor mance Use onl
214. ly If you are installing LATCH compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seat ing positions you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehicle s seat belt for the outboard position If your child restraints are not LATCH compatible you can only in stall the child restraints using the vehicle s seat belts Please refer to Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt for typical installation instructions 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING You should never install LATCH compatible child seats so that two seats share a common anchorage If installing seats in adjacent seating positions or if your child restraints are not LATCH compatible in stall the restraints using the vehicle s seat belts Rear Seat LATCH Anchorages Installing The LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here Again carefully follow the installation instructions that are provided with the child restraint system The lower anchorages are round bars which are V part of the seat and body structure They are located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the surfaces T
215. ly attached to the vehicle showing the vehicle s loading capacity the original equipment tire size and the recommended inflation pressure 238 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location EET NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed c 1 on the driver s side B Pillar KG OR es 2 FRONT j SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION an 4N109268 811b5a9a Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 total weight your vehicle can carry 3 tire size designed for your vehicle 4 cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Tire Placard Location ee STARTING AND OPERATING 239 Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWRs for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg on the Tire and Loading Inf
216. mation WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents 072607742 1 Wi Blad TE 2 B Pc are flammable They could ignite and burn you Care 3 Wiper Arm must be exercised when filling or working around 4 Wiper Blade Holder the washer solution N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex haust system and adjacent body areas for broken dam aged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri cation or oil change Replace as required WARNING e Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO refer to Safety Tips Exhaust Gas in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be
217. ment Proceed as follows 1 Press AUDIO button 2 Press the or V button to select Bass or Treble in the AUDIO menu 3 Press the or B button or to increase decrease the bass or treble adjustments By pressing the lt 4 or buttons briefly the levels will change progressively By pressing them down longer the levels will change quickly Balance Adjustment Proceed as follows 1 Press AUDIO button 2 Press the A or V button to set Balance in the AUDIO menu 3 Press the button to increase the sound from the left speakers or the Br button to increase the sound from the right speakers By pressing the 4 or gt buttons briefly the levels will change progressively By pressing them down longer the levels will change quickly Select the value 0 to set the right and left audio outputs at the same level 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M Fader Adjustment Proceed as follows 1 Press AUDIO button 2 Press the A or V button to set Fader in the AUDIO menu 3 Press the button to increase the sound coming from the rear speakers or the Br button to increase the sound coming from the front speakers By pressing the 4 or gt buttons briefly the levels will change progressively By pressing them down longer the levels will change quickly Select the value 0 to set the right and left audio outputs at the same level Loudness Function If Equipped
218. mph 88 km h until the tire is repaired or replaced Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you of the Sealant Hose 6 can result in sealant con tacting your skin clothing and the vehicle s inte rior It can also result in sealant contacting internal TIREFIT kit components which may cause perma nent damage to the kit E After Driving Pull over to a safe location Refer to Whenever You Stop D Drive Vehicle to Use TIREFIT before continuing Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire 4 Turn the Mode Select Knob 5 to the Air Mode drive the vehicle 5 miles 8 km or 10 minutes to ensure distribution of the TIREFIT Sealant within the tire Do not exceed 55 mph 88 km h 2 Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicle s 12 Volt power outlet position N WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 277 3 Uncoil the Air Pump Hose 7 black in color and screw the fitting at the end of hose 7 onto the valve stem 4 Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure Gauge 3 If tire pressure is less than 19 psi 1 3 Bar the tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further Call for assistance If the tire pressure is 19 psi 1 3 bar or higher 1 Press the Power Button 4 to turn on TIREFIT and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire and loading information label o
219. mpt to use sling type equipment when towing When securing the vehicle to a flatbed Manual Transmission e Vehicle can be flat towed all four wheels on the ground with the transmission in NEUTRAL e Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated e Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck all wheels off the ground All Transmissions If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed wipers defrosters etc the key must be in the ON RUN position Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL CAUTION e If the vehicle being towed requires steering the ignition switch must be in the ON RUN position Continued truck do not attach to front or rear suspension components Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the OFF LOCK position A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle Battery power is required to release the brake transmission interlock system automatic transmission only There is a removable plug in the right side of the shift lever housing that allows you to insert your finger to N WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 297 override the system The ignition key must be in the ON RUN position to use the override lever CAUTION Failure to follow these towing methods ca
220. n the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle s battery When the cigar lighter is in use it becomes very hot To avoid serious injury handle the cigar lighter with care Always check that the cigar lighter has turned off 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M CUPHOLDERS For rear passengers there are cupholders located on the For the driver and front passenger cupholders are lo floor between the front driver and passenger seats cated on the floor console between the front seats i 035135891 4 Rear Cupholders Front Cupholders N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 STORAGE Passenger Seat Storage If Equipped Glove Box Compartment Some models may be equipped with storage under the front passenger seat Pull outward on the latch to open the storage compartment The glove box is located on the right side of the instru ment panel Pull outward on the door latch to open the glove box Push the glove box door upward to close it 035235947 Passenger Seat Storage Glove Box Compartment 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES The rear seatbacks have a fold down feature to allow increased cargo capacity Push down the release button located at the outboard top of the seatback and move the seatback to its folded down position to provide a flat load floor cargo area When returning the se
221. n audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked into place 6 Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 6 and return the hose to its storage area located on the bottom of the air pump 7 Return the TIREFIT kit to its storage location in the vehicle WARNING e 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 the jack or changing the wheel Being under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Continued N WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 279 WARNING Continued e The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The jack and jack handle are stowed in a bag under the front driver s seat 060535908 6 Jack Stowage 280 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Removal The spare tire is stowed to the underbody below the cargo area 1 Remove the plug located in
222. n cause severe transmission damage Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment if the communication network remains intact and the power remains intact depending on the nature of the event the ORC will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow ing functions e Cut off fuel to the engine e Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is turned off e Turn on the interior lights which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed e Unlock the doors automatically After the event occurs when the system is active the message Fuel Cutoff See Handbook is displayed Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on the ground near the engine com partment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting the engine System Reset Procedure After an impact causing airbag deployment the left and right turn signal lights located in the instrument panel cluster will both be blinking until the ignition is turned off In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road you must follow the system reset procedure 298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES M Customer Action Customer Will See 1 Turn ignition OFF Turn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State 2 Turn ign
223. n for scheduled maintenance Based on engine operation conditions the oil change indicator message will illuminate this means that service is required for your vehicle Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 500 miles 805 km NOTE e The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change Change your vehicles oil if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi nated e Change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off road for an extended period of time e Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8 000 miles 13 000 km or 6 months whichever comes first Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by refer ring to the steps described under Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC Change Engine Oil in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further information N MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 349 At Each Stop For Fuel e Check all lights and other electrical items for correct N ti e Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a E fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level At Each Oil Change while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level r
224. n starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system components Problems that result from using methanol gasoline blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol it does not have the negative effects of Methanol E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles Non FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain ing 10 Ethanol E10 Gasoline with higher Ethanol content may void the vehicle s warranty If a Non FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E 85 fuel the engine will have some or all of these symptoms e operate in a lean mode OBD II check engine light on e poor engine performance e poor cold start and cold driveability e increased risk for fuel system component corrosion ee STARTING AND OPERATING 259 To recover from a Non FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with E 85 perform the following e drain the fuel tank e change the engine oil e replace the fuel filter and oil filter e disconnect the battery to reset the engine controller long term adaptive memory More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged exposure to E 85 fuel MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num ber Gasoline blended with MMT offers no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT Gasoline blended with MMT has been shown to reduce spa
225. n the collision type and severity The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size The air bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes The air bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of the air bag In this way the air bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag Inflator Unit The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag unit is located in the instrument panel trim beneath the steering column When the ORC detects a collision requiring the air bag it signals the inflator units A large quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag The trim cover separates and folds out of the way allowing the air bag to inflate to the full size The air bag fully inflates in about 15 to 20 milliseconds The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag gas is vented through small vent holes in the side of the air bag Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bag SAB Inflator Units The Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB are designed to activate only in certain side collisions The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side air bags to inflate based on the
226. n the driver side door open ing NOTE If the tire becomes over inflated press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recom mended inflation pressure before continuing 2 Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 Volt outlet 3 Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the vehicle 4 Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire ser vice center 5 Replace the Sealant Bottle 1 and Sealant Hose 6 assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as possible Refer to F Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement NOTE When having the tire serviced advise the au thorized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealed using the TIREFIT service kit F Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement 1 Uncoil the Sealant Hose 6 clear in color 278 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES xa 2 Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING IF EQUIPPED recessed area under the sealant bottle 3 Press the Sealant Bottle release button The Sealant Bottle 1 will pop up Remove the bottle and dispose of it accordingly 4 Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT housing 5 Position the new Sealant Bottle 1 in the housing so that the Sealant Hose 6 aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing Press the bottle into the housing A
227. ndex under certain operating conditions The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL tire Extra Load XL Extra load or reinforced tire Light Load Light load tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carr Maximum Pressure Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire 236 STARTING AND OPERATING NEE Id Tire Identification Number TIN Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire tires as mounted on the vehicle If the TIN is not found on however the date code may only be on one side Tires the outboard side then you will find it on the inboard with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including the side of the tire date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire EXAMPLE DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT Department of Transportation This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code repr
228. nes Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is located on the passenger side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is the correct one for this vehicle e Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could let impu rities into the fuel system Also a poorly fitting aftermarket cap can cause the Malfunction Indi cator Light MIL to illuminate due to fuel vapors escaping from the system e To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling Fuel Filler Cap NS TA TING AND OPERATING 263 WARNING e Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled Never add fuel when the engine is running It may cause the MIL to turn on and could cause a fire A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling NOTE e When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full e Tighten the gas cap about 1 4 turn until you hear one click This is an indication that the cap is properly tightened e If the gas cap is not tightened properly the MIL will come on Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message A
229. ng Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid 4 For each subsequent ignition key cycle a chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid 5 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF as long as no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference ee STARTING AND OPERATING 257 e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses United States 0 MRXC4W4MA4 Canada 0 dod eae oe oo 2546A CAWAMAA Single FUEL REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is designed to meet all emis sion regulations and provide satisfactory 87 fuel economy and performance when us ing high quality unleaded gasoline having 800d ab an octane range of 87 to 91 T
230. ng may be dangerous Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt 030935940 Recline Adjustment The recline adjustment lever is located on the inboard Recline Lever side of the seat To recline the seatback litt up the recline WARNING lever lean back until the desired position has been reached and release the lever Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt which could result in serious injury or death 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Seat Height Adjustment EZ Entry Feature The driver s seat height can be raised or lowered by The driver and front passenger seats have an EZ entry using a lever located on the outboard side of the seat feature for rear seat passengers Pull forward on the Pump the lever upward to raise the seat height or pump release lever located on the outboard side of the seatback the lever downward to lower the seat height dump the seatback forward then slide the seat forward to allow access in and out of the rear seat 030935939 N EZ Entry Lever N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Lift the seatback upright an
231. nition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control overheat If you notice a pungent burning odor or systems can result in civil penalties being assessed some light smoke your engine may be out of tune against you or malfunctioning and may require immediate service Contact your authorized dealer for service assistance Continued ee STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Continued WARNING e Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnor Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning e Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can mal conditions repaired promptly Until repaired drive with all side windows fully open Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as exhaust gases from entering the vehicle a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period of time If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh out side air into the vehicle Continued 262 STARTING AND OPERATING ee a
232. nly a parking aid and it is not detect an obstacle behind the fascia bumper or it unable to recognize every obstacle including could provide a false indication that an obstacle is small obstacles Parking curbs might be temporar behind the fascia bumper ily detected or not detected at all Obstacles lo e Objects such as bicycle carriers etc must not be cated above or below the sensors will not be placed within 12 in 30 cm from the rear fascia bumper while driving the vehicle Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor problem causing a failure indication to be displayed in the instrument cluster detected when they are in close proximity The vehicle must be driven slowly when using Rear Park Assist in order to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is detected It is recommended that the driver looks over his her shoulder when using Rear Park Assist N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 WARNING WARNING Continued e Drivers must be careful when backing up even e Before using the Rear Park Assist system it is when using the Rear Park Assist system Always check carefully behind your vehicle look behind you and be sure to check for pedestrians animals other vehicles obstructions and blind spots be fore backing up You are responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your surround ings Failure to do so can result in serious injury or d
233. not necessary to use a locking clip The ALR will make a ratcheting noise if you extract the entire belt from the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 retractor For additional information on ALR refer to Automatic Locking Mode description under Occu pant Restraints The chart below defines the seating positions with an Automatic Locking Retractor ALR or a cinching latch plate Driver Passenger P CRS Lock CRS Lock Installing a Child Restraint with an ALR 1 To install a child restraint with ALR first pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Next extract all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor As the belt retracts you will hear a ratcheting sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode 2 Finally pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint Any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary e n the rear seat you may have trouble tightening the lap shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle
234. nsmission is placed into REVERSE As the distance from an obstacle behind the vehicle decreases the au dible alert becomes more frequent N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Rear Park Assist Sensors The four Rear Park Assist sensors located in the rear fascia bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors field of view The sensors can detect obstacles in the horizontal direction from approximately 12 in 30 cm up to 55 in 140 cm from the center of the rear fascia bumper and up to 24 in 60 cm from the corners of the rear fascia bumper depending on the location type and orientation of the obstacle If several obstacles are detected the Rear Park Assist system indicates the nearest obstacle The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corre sponds to the maximum height of an obstacle that would clear the underside of the car during the parking maneuver Rear Park Assist Alerts If an obstacle is behind the vehicle when REVERSE gear is engaged an audible alert is activated The tones emitted by the loudspeaker inform the driver that the vehicle is approaching an obstacle The pauses between the tones are directly proportional to the dis tance from the obstacle Pulses emitted in quick succes sion indicate the presence of a very close obstacle A continuous tone indicates that the obstacle is less than 12 in 30 cm away 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Audible
235. nt wheels You could lose control of the vehicle and possibly have a collision Accelerate slowly and If the system detects a problem it will disable the carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction AutoStick mode and the transmission will return to ice snow wet mud loose sand etc the automatic mode until the problem is corrected ee STARTING AND OPERATING 217 Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precau tions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are slushy 2 Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop DRIVING THROUGH WATER Driving through water more than a few inches centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle Flowing Rising Water WARNING Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and or rising as in storm run off Flow ing water can wear away the road or path s surface and cause your vehicle to sink into de
236. o Buckle 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING Continued 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up e A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug belt vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision ug your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together 022635842 N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING e A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision The belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug A twisted belt may not protect you properly In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your
237. oduction is automatically switched from Stereo to Mono SIRIUS Satellite Radio If Equipped Satellite Radio Antenna If Equipped The antenna for the satellite radio is mounted on the roof of the vehicle Do not place items on the roof around the roof top antenna location Objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance Larger luggage items should be placed as far from the antenna as possible Do not place items directly on or above the antenna SIRIUS Satellite Radio With over 130 channels SIRIUS Satellite Radio brings you more of what you love Get 69 channels of 100 commercial free music plus all of your favorite sports news talk and entertainment Hear every NFL game every NASCAR race college sports and more The big gest and most compelling names in talk with Howard Stern and Martha Stewart laugh out loud comedy with Jamie Foxx s The Foxxhole and Blue Collar Comedy plus kids programming world class news local traffic and weather All of this with crystal clear coast to coast coverage Everything worth listening to is now on SIRIUS A one year SIRIUS Satellite Radio subscription is included SIRIUS XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc and its subsid iaries SIRIUS Radio requires a subscription sold sepa rately after trial subscription included with vehicle pur chase Prices and programming are provided by SIRIUS and are subj
238. off and the ignition key turned to ON RUN In this case the radio will remain off When the radio is turned on the last source listened to before being switched off will be activated When a CD is inserted the display will show the symbol CD and the wording CD Reading They will remain displayed for the whole time required for the radio to read the CD When this time has elapsed the radio automatically starts playing the first track 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Press the button with the radio turned on to activate the motorized CD ejection system After ejection the last audio source listened to before playing the CD will be heard If the CD is not removed from the radio it will automati cally be reloaded about 20 seconds later but will not resume playing until the MEDIA button is pressed to select the CD mode The radio will switch to the last source prior to CD mode The CD cannot be ejected if the radio is off Possible Error Messages If the loaded CD cannot be read e g a CD ROM has been inserted or the CD is inserted the wrong way or there is a reading error the display shows the wording CD Disc error The CD will then be ejected and the audio source activated before the CD mode selection will be heard ACD which cannot be read will not be ejected until these functions are over At the end with the CD mode activated the display will show the wording CD Disc error for a
239. olders that effectively contain MP3 format files e If the MP3 files on a CD ROM are structured in sub folders their structure is compressed to a single level structure where the sub folders are taken to the level of the main folders Troubleshooting General Sound Volume Low The Fader function should be adjusted to the values F front only to prevent the reduction in radio output power and the cancelling of the volume if the Fader level adjustment is equal to R 9 Source Can Not Be Selected Nothing has been loaded Load the CD or the MP3 CD to be listened to 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NN Id CD Player The Cd Does Not Play The CD is dirty Clean the CD The CD is scratched Try using another CD The Cd Can Not Be Loaded A CD is already loaded Press the amp button and remove the CD MP3 File Reading Track Skips While Playing Mp3 Files The CD is scratched or dirty The Duration Of The Mp3 Tracks Is Not Correctly Displayed In some cases due to the recording mode the duration of the MP3 tracks can be displayed incorrectly Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped Refer to the appropriate BLUE amp ME User s Manual for further information Personal Portable Navigation Device PND If Equipped A Personal Portable Navigation Device PND is avail able as optional equipment for this vehicle refer to the Navigation User Guide for further information iPod U
240. omponent correspond ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover F01 60 Amp Body Controller Blue F02 20 Amp Audio Amplifier Yellow F03 20 Amp Ignition Switch Yellow 40 Amp Anti Lock Brake Orange Pump 70 oo Electric Power Steering F06 20 put Radiator Fan Yellow Single Speed F06 30 Amp Radiator Fan Green Low Speed F07 40 Amp Radiator Fan Orange High Speed MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 Cavity Maxi Fuse Cavity Blower Motor 25 Amp Powertrain Multi White air If Equipped 10 Amp _ Powertrain 15 Amp _ Powertrain Red Blue 0 Amp Horn 15 Amp _ Powertrain Red Blue 15 Amp Powertrain 5 Amp Tan Powertrain Multi Blue air If Equipped 5 Amp Tan High beam Shut ter 15 Amp Cigar Lighter Blue 7 5 Amp Transmission Brown 15 Amp Heated Seats If Blue Equipped 15 Amp Fuel Pump Blue 20 Amp Anti Lock Brake Yellow Valves LANE m kl WEE mI Red air If Equipped Brown mI mI 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description VEHICLE STORAGE 75 Amp Stability Control If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than Gyoteni 21 days you may want to take these steps to protect your Fog Lamps battery Blue e Disconnect the negative cable from the battery NEN sede Top e Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of Ep HE OU air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes service i e vacation for
241. on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle only With these tires do not drive more than 50 mph 80 km h poorly The instability could cause an accident Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four Never Continued combine them with other types of tires 246 STARTING AND OPERATING M WARNING Continued e Temporary use spare tires have limited tread life When the tread is worn to the tread wear indica tors the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare Do not install more than one compact spare tire wheel on the vehicle at any given time CAUTION Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the compact spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck Refer to Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in What To Do In Emergencies for further information STARTING AND OPERATING 247 WARNING Fast spinning tires can be danger
242. ontinued WARNING Continued If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the e Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to wheel come in contact with hair eyes or clothing TIRE e Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat FIT is harmful if inhaled swallowed or absorbed source A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always stow the TIREFIT kit in the place provided Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Continued through the skin It causes skin eye and respira tory irritation Flush immediately with plenty of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin Change clothing as soon as possible if there is any contact with clothing TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex In case of an allergic reaction or rash consult a physician immediately Keep TIREFIT out of reach of chil dren If swallowed rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water Do not induce vomiting Consult a physician immediately N WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 273 Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT A Whenever You Stop To Use TIREFIT 1 Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle s Hazard Warning flashers 2 Verify that the valve stem on the wheel with the deflated tire is in a position that is near to the ground This will allow
243. or bodily injury It also contains CAUTIONS against proce dures that could result in damage to your vehicle If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also appears engraved on the right front door sill under the sill scuff plate on an adhesive label applied to the right door opening on the B Pillar on the vehicle registration and title Vehicle Identification Number 010835837 INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING un Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death Stamped VIN Location NOTE It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 2 HA Word About Your Keys 11 H To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 16 HIgnition Key Removal 12 O Programming Additional Transmitters Er B Locking Doors With A Key 13 bi General Information ss is mor oh ear Re 17 H Key In Ignition Reminder 14 O Transmitter Battery Replacement 18 W Sentry SMEER EE N EO EET ES 14 Moroka oe eee ee SE Ru RATS ees 20 El Replacement Keys
244. or optimal playback conditions follow these guidelines e Only use branded CDs N UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 Clean every CD thoroughly removing any finger marks or dust using a soft cloth Hold CDs by the outside and clean them from the middle outwards Never use chemicals e g antistatics or thinners or sprays for cleaning as they could damage the surface of the CDs After listening to them place CDs back in their boxes to prevent them from being damaged Do not expose CDs to direct sunlight high tempera tures or moisture for long periods Do not stick labels on the CD surface or write on the recorded surface with pencils or pens Do not use CDs that are very scratched flawed distorted etc Using discs like these will result in malfunctions or damage to the player e The use of original CD media is required for the best quality audio production Correct operation is not guaranteed when CD R RW media are used that were not correctly burned and or with a maximum capacity above 650 Mb Do not use commercially available protective sheets for CDs or discs with stabilizers etc as they could get stuck in the internal mechanism and damage the disc If a copy protected CD is used it may take a few seconds before the system starts to play it The CD player cannot be guaranteed to play all protected discs The fact that the CD is protected from being copied is often shown in very small letters or is diffic
245. or your tire pressure will be too low Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits Where speed limits or condi tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera tion Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures eee STARTING AND OPERATING 245 WARNING Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi authorized tire dealer for radial tire repairs mum load is dangerous The added strain on your Compact Spare Tire The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with radial tires It is engineered to be used on your style vehicle only Since this tire has limited tread life the original tire should be repaired or replaced and rein stalled at the first opportunity WARNING e Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious accident Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires
246. ormation placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if XXX amount equals 1 400 Ibs 635 kg and there will be five 150 Ib 68 kg passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 295 kg because 5 x 150 750 and 1400 750 650 Ibs 295 kg 240 STARTING AND OPERATING ee 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE e The following table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying sea
247. ou experience difficulty in playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or have protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the mobile phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during mobile phone operation 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather Manual Heating And Air Conditioning 045635853 Manual Temperature Control MTC The Manual Climate controls consist of a series of rotary dials and one inner push knob 1 Temperature Control Rotate this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment Rotating the dial to the left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while rotating to the right into the red area indicates warmer temperatures 2 Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ventilation
248. ous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure some one Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed 5 i 055007576 Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires 1 Worn Tire to help you in determining when your tires should be 2 New Tire replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 in 2 mm When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the tire should be replaced 248 STARTING AND OPERATING M Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to e Driving style e Tire pressure e Distance driven WARNING Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death Keep dismounted tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Protect tires from contact with oil grease and gasoline Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics They should
249. ow Defroster 2a2 vteecees VER 123 74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ie POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP IF EQUIPPED On vehicles equipped with a power convertible top the power convertible top switch is located on the overhead console The switch contains two buttons The passenger side button which is used to open the power top and the Power Convertible Top Switch NOTE The power top buttons will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN or ACC posi tion and when in the power accessory delay Lowering The Power Top Press the top open button approximately one second for the partially open position Press the top open button for approximately one second a second time to fully open the convertible top Raising The Power Top From the convertible top fully open position press the top close button for approximately one second for the partially open position Press the top close button for approximately one second a second time to partially close the convertible top Press and hold close button to fully close convertible top N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 NOTE Rail lubrication is recommended every 2000 CAUTION Continued cycles or if scratching noises due to dust are present Refer to Fluids Lubes and Genuine Part in Maintain Use care when washing the vehicle water pressure ing Your Vehicle for information directed at the weather strip seals may cause w
250. p Automobiles Dealership has deactivated the S B R system Daytime Running Lamps DRL This function may be used to activate deactivate the Daytime Running Lamps Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to display the three sub menus 2 Briefly press the MENU ESC button On or Off will flash on the display according to previous setting 3 Press the or button for setting 4 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Hill Start Assist This function is used when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill Hill Start Assist maintains the same level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the foot has been removed from the brake pedal Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button On or Off will flash on the display according to previous setting 2 Press the or button for setting NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the SALES CODE RAB RADIO menu screen or press and hold the button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Exit Menu This function closes the initial menu screen Briefly press the MENU ESC button
251. p ME will also ask whether to read you the message that has been received e To manage the list of SMS texts received on your BLUE amp ME paired mobile phone e To read the messages received and stored Messages can be read multiple times e To call the SMS text sender using the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands e To delete individual messages or the entire inbox using the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands The BLUE amp ME system can also recognize and read abbreviations if any e g ILUVU will be read like I love you and interpret the most usual emoticons e g will be read like Smile that are currently used to write SMS texts Media Player With the BLUE amp ME media player you can play via the car sound system the digital audio files stored on a USB device by simply connecting it to the USB port located in the glove box of the car 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M In this way while you are driving you can play your favorite personal music collections iPod Player see dedicated paragraph under Media Player Functions The media player enables the following operations Digital Audio Playback you can play all your digital audio files mp3 wma wav aac or play a customized playlist m3u or wpl format Audio File Selection By Category you can play all audio files of a certain category e g album artist or genre Pl
252. pA used under license by Chrysler Group LLC Copyright O 2011 Chrysler Group LLC amp o m O REEDE e e Ls Le INTRODUCTION 43 38 99 5055 04 084064 S04 ee DR THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTING AND OPERATING 22 2 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS B Introduction B How To Use This Manual 4 Vehicle Modifications Alterations INTRODUCTION Mi Warnings And Cautions 6 4 INTRODUCTION ee INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new vehicle Be as sured that it represents precision workmanship distinc tive styling and high quality all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles This Owner s Manual has been prepared with the assis tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle It is supplemented by Warranty Information and various customer oriented documents Please take the time to read these publications carefully Following the instruc tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle The enclosed Warranty Information lists the services that FIAT Group Automobiles offers to its customers e the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity e the range of
253. patible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator e This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol based engine coolant anti freeze Use of propylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is not recommended Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant antifreeze that allows extended maintenance intervals This engine coolant antifreeze can be used up to ten years or 152 000 miles 247 000 km before replace ment To prevent reducing this extended maintenance period it is important that you use the same engine coolant antifreeze throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology OAT engine coolant antifreeze When adding engine coolant antifreeze e The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 10 Year 152 000 Mile Formula OAT Organic Additive Technology or equivalent e Mix a minimum solution of 5076 OAT engine coolant and distilled water Use higher concentrations not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 34 F 37 C are anticipated e Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion ized water when mixing the water engine coolant antifreeze solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system 320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main
254. place cabin filter Clean and lube sun roof tracks Check and adjust hand brake Inspect brake linings Inspect CV joints Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play re place if necessary O C O O O G G C L L L Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center N MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 353 40 000 Miles 65 000 km or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule L1 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter L1 Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 40 000 miles 65 000 km Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 48 000 Miles 78 000 km or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule m m Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 48 000 miles 78 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Replace cabin filter Clean and lube sun roof tracks Inspect brake linings Inspect CV joints Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odome
255. pressure in the tire Base System IN This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the instrument cluster The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev els Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver Module NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle regularly and to maintain the proper pressure The TPMS consists of the following components e Receiver Module NS TA TING AND OPERATING 255 e Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors e Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi nate in the instrument cluster an audible chime will be activated and the Check Tire Pressure text message will display when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible check the inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle and inflate each tire to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure value The system will automatically update and the Tire Pressure Monitor ing Light will extinguish once the updated tire pressures have been received The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h to receive this information Check TPMS Warnings The Tire Pressure
256. r to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter MOPAR Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs DCPR7E N 10 Gap 0 040 in 1 02 mm Fuel Selection 87 Octane Acceptable 91 Octane Recommended NEE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 Chassis Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Manual Transmission If Equipped MOPAR C635 DDCT MTX Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission If MOPAR AW 1 Transmission Fluid Equipped Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids or equivalent MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Mi Maintenance Schedule 0 348 H Required Maintenance Intervals M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 348 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES M MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle performance and reliability More frequent main tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip driving Inspection and service should also be done anytime a malfunction is suspected The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle i
257. r use an abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 quarter window equipped with the radio antenna Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements When cleaning the rearview mirror spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror Instrument Panel Cover The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which minimizes reflections on the windshield Do not use protectants or other products which may cause undesir able reflections Use soap and warm water to restore the low glare surface Instrument Panel Bezels CAUTION When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve hicle read the installation instructions carefully Some air fresheners will damage the finish of painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly contact any surface Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 7 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft cloth 332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NN Id Do not bleach dye or clean the seat belts with chem
258. r when the system is ON Even if the system is able to identify that a specific sensor is in failure condition the instrument cluster display shall indicate that the Rear Park Assist system is unavail able without reference to the sensor in failure condition If even a single sensor fails the entire system must be disabled The system is turned off automatically UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors with water car wash soap and a soft cloth Do not use rough or hard cloths In washing stations clean sensors quickly keeping the va por jet high pressure washing nozzles at least 4 in 10 cm from the sensors Do not scratch or poke the sensors Otherwise you could damage the sensors Park Assist System Usage Precautions NOTE e Ensure that the outer surface and the underside of the rear bumper is clean and clear of snow ice mud dirt or other obstruction to keep the Rear Park Assist system operating properly e Jackhammers large trucks and other vibrations could affect the performance of Rear Park Assist e Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors regularly taking care not to scratch or damage them The sensors must 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M not be covered with ice snow slush mud dirt or debris Failure to do so can result in the system not working properly The Rear Park Assist system might e Rear Park Assist is o
259. rd into the seat remov ing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M NOTE e Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove the slack in the strap e When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children It is recommended that before installing the child restraint buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with them In addition never leave unattended children in the vehicle WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor ALR to secure a Child Restraint System CRS These types of seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is
260. rear seat WARNING Infants in rear facing child restraints should never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger Ad vanced Front Air Bag An air bag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly see section on Child Restraints should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt positioning booster seats Older children who do not use child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 ride properly buckled up in the rear seat Never allow 5 If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under modified to accommodate a disabled person contact their arm the Customer Center Phone numbers are provided in If Y A 1 a You should read the instructions provided with your ou Need Consumer Assistance child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly WARNING 2 All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly e Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The air bags work 3 The driver and front passenger seats should be with your seat belt to restrain you properly In moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced some collisions the air bags won t deploy at all Front Air Bags room to inflate Always wear your se
261. rim but they will open during air bag deployment e After any accident the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately Air Bag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components e Occupant Restraint Controller ORC e Air Bag Warning Light e Steering Wheel and Column e Instrument Panel e Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag e Knee Impact Bolster e Driver Advanced Front Air Bag e Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag e Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB e Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC e Front and Side Impact Sensors e Front Seat Belt Pretensioners Seat Belt Buckle Switch and Seat Track Position Sensors EE THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system provides output WARNING Continued appropriate to the severity and type of collision as Do not put anything on or around the air bag determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC covers or attempt to open them manually You may which may receive information from the front impact damage the air bags and you could be injured sensors because the air bags may no longer be functional The protective covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating Do not drill cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any Way Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolst
262. rk plug life and reduce emission system performance in some vehicles The manufacturer recommends using gasoline without MMT Since the MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the pump you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not their gasoline contains MMT It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformu lated gasoline Materials Added To Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and would result in additional cost Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel 260 STARTING AND OPERATING M Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Continued CAUTION e The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle s Most of these products contain high concentra performance e The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor mance and damage the emission control system tions of Methanol Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ig
263. rom functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly 134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NN Id CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system opera tion or sensor damage may result when using re placement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage Do not use tire sealant from a can or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS as damage to the sensors may result 16 Automatic Gearbox Failure This light will illuminate when there is an Ss automatic transmission fault 17 Oil Pressure Warning Light zi This light indicates low engine oil pressure The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started 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 minutes when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood 18 Malfunction Indicator Light MIL The Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is p
264. rough the puncture in the tire If the sealant white fluid does not flow within 0 10 seconds through the Sealant Hose 6 1 Press the Power Button 4 to turn Off the TIREFIT kit Disconnect the Sealant Hose 6 from the valve stem Make sure the valve stem is free of debris Reconnect the Sealant Hose 6 to the valve stem Check that the Mode Select Knob 5 is in the Sealant Mode position and not Air Mode Press the Power Button 4 to turn On the TIREFIT kit 2 Connect the Power Plug 8 to a different 12 Volt power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle if avail able Make sure the engine is running before turning ON the TIREFIT kit 3 The Sealant Bottle 1 may be empty due to previous use Call for assistance NOTE If the Mode Select Knob 5 is on Air Mode and the pump is operating air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose 7 only not the Sealant Hose 6 If the sealant white fluid does flow through the Sealant Hose 6 N WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 275 1 Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through hose typically takes 30 70 sec onds As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose 6 the Pressure Gauge 3 can read as high as 70 psi 5 Bar The Pressure Gauge 3 will decrease quickly from ap proximately 70 psi 5 Bar to the actual tire pressure when the Sealant Bottle 1 is empty 2 The pump will start to inject air into the tire immedi ately after the Se
265. s ERE SES 29 O Front Fog Lights If Equipped 100 ll Windshield Wipers And Washers 101 O Front Windshield Wiper Operation 101 O Rear Windshield Wiper s rms 103 li Tilt Steering Column If Equipped 104 W Electronic Speed Control 105 TOPO is RYE KOR RA RR RE R 1 106 O To Set A Desired Speed vow ter hese PPS 106 OTO Deactikal 244 098 e e res Ree es 106 N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 ATO Neste speed 4 ean VAAR LAER REM Gs 107 EVV ie BUHUN iig PUPPES NR 115 ELIO Vary The Speed Seling a t dae ea DE 107 E Emergency Opel 2 5500 2 por ce ae st 116 o To Accelerate For Passing 107 O Sun Shade If Equipped 116 N Rear Park Assist If Equipped 108 W Electrical Power Outlets 0 O Rear Park Assist Sensors 109 W Cigar Lighter If Equipped O Rear Park Assist Alerts 109 ME older ss aa EA 694644564 Y 120 O Failure Indications sesse ss ss ees EN sco RE AE EE EO ER OP 121 O Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System 111 OCGlove Box Comparbnent 2 10 4saeee94 21 O Park Assist System Usage Precautions 111 O Passenger Seat Storage If Equipped 121 ll Power Sunroof If Equipped 114 W Cargo Area Features 122 ui ee PARA ER EE EE EE NE 115 M Rear Window Features 123 uL RR EE OT ET EE NE 115 HU Rear Wind
266. s a per sonal telematic system enabling you to use communica tion and entertainment applications expressly designed for use in the car The BLUE amp ME system installed on your car is equipped with a hands free kit message reader and media player and it is preset for future installation of additional services The BLUE amp ME system fully integrated with voice commands buttons on the steering wheel and multifunc tion display messages gives you the possibility of inter acting with your Bluetooth wireless technology mobile phone even if you keep it in your pocket or bag without having to take your eyes off the road or remove your hands from the steering wheel To use voice commands N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 you are not required to train the voice recognition system to recognize your voice This implies that the system is nearly equally performing with different persons i e the voice recognition system is of the speaker independent type With this system you can also play your favorite music stored on USB device and select tracks and playback modes with both voice commands or buttons on the steering wheel This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules subject to the following two conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept all interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The Hands Free Kit The
267. s determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle 306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M CAUTION Do not overfill the engine with oil Overfilling the engine with oil will cause oil aeration which can Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Do not check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level between the range markings on the dipstick The safe range is indicated by a crosshatch zone Adding 1 qt 1L of oil when the reading is at the low end of the indicated range will result in the oil level at the full end of the indicator range lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil temperature This loss of oil pressure and increased oil temperature could damage your engine Change Engine Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for further informa tion
268. s locked before driving your ve hicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death NN UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged the Electronic Speed Control takes over WARNING accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h NOTE In order to ensure proper operation the Elec tronic Speed Control system has been designed to shut The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at right side of the steering wheel the same time If this occurs the Electronic Speed Control Speed Control Buttons 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed To Activate Push the ON OFF button The Cruise Indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate To turn the system off push the ON OFF button a second time The Cruise Indicator light will turn off The system should be turned off when not in use WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON When the vehicle has reached t
269. s significantly under inflated NN UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illumi nates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subse quent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the sys tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS f
270. se or decrease by one unit each time the or button is pressed Press and hold the button to increase decrease the setting rapidly Save the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting Briefly press the MENU ESC button to return to the Time sub function When accessing the Mode submenu briefly press the MENU ESC button The previously set display format will flash on the display Press the or button to select 24h or 12h When you have selected the required settings briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the Time Mode sub menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Set Date This function may be used to set the date day month year To change the date proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button and year will flash on the display 2 Press the or button for setting 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button and month will flash on the display 4 Press the or button for setting 5 Briefly press the MENU ESC button and day will flash on the display 6 Press the or button for setting NOTE The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the or button is pressed Press and hold the 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se or button to increase decrease the setting rapidly Save the sett
271. sed grease such as MOPAR Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure quiet easy operation and to protect against rust and wear Prior to the application of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching components to ensure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood latch release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year preferably in the Fall and Spring Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent This will remove accumulations of salt waxes or road film and help reduce streaking and smearing Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Make sure that they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid damaging the blade Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum
272. severity and type of collision Based on the severity and type of collision the side air bag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be triggered releasing a quantity of non toxic gas The inflating SAB exits through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door The SAB fully inflate 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie in about 10 milliseconds The side air bag moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates This especially applies to children Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Inflator Units During collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the vehicle the ORC may deploy the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC depending on the severity and type of collision In these events the ORC will deploy the SABIC only on the impact side of the vehicle A quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain air bag The inflating side curtain air bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window The air bag inflates in about 30 milliseconds about one quarter of the time that it takes to blink your eyes with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side curtain air bag infla
273. signed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occu pants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Like the air bags the preten sioners are single use items A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert to fasten their seat belts The feature is active whenever the ignition is on If the driver or front seat passenger is unbelted the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are fastened The BeltAlert warning sequence begins after the vehicle speed is over 5 mph 8 km h by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an intermit
274. so be checked at this flammable and can explode injuring you Other time unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail requiring costly repairs Refer to Warranty Information Book located on the DVD for further warranty information CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to the system adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced repairman system as the chemicals can damage your air condi tioning components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R 134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro carbon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental 312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Protection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment NOTE Use only manufacturer approved A C system sealers stop leak products seal conditioners compressor oil or refrigerants Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks door hinge pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubri cated periodically with a lithium ba
275. speed This feature im proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to achieve maximum efficiency Normal operation will re sume once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level Transmission Limp Home Mode Transmission function is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated In this mode the transmission remains in third gear regardless of which forward gear is selected 214 STARTING AND OPERATING NEE Id PARK REVERSE and NEUTRAL will continue to oper ate Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without damaging the transmission In the event of a momentary problem the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the following steps Stop the vehicle Shift the transmission into PARK Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK OFF position 1 2 3 4 Wait approximately 10 seconds 5 Restart the engine 6 Shift into the desired gear range If the problem is no longer detected the transmission will return to normal operation NOTE Even if the transmission can be reset we recom mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience Your authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur If the transmission cannot be reset authorized dealer service
276. sponding wordings on the display The radio will be tuned to last station selected on the respective frequency band Preset Buttons The buttons numbered from 1 to 5 are used to set the following pre selections e 15 in the FM band 5 in FMA 5 in FMB 5 in FMC e 10 in the AM band 5 in AMA 5 in AMB e 15 in SAT if so equipped 5 SATA 5 SATB 5 SATC To listen to a preset station select the desired frequency band and then briefly press the corresponding preset button from 1 to 5 By pressing the preset button for more than 2 seconds the tuned station will be stored Pressing the A B C button will change between the preset memory group in the current frequency band Automatic Tuning Briefly press the 4 or Br button to start the automatic tuning search for the next station that can be received in the selected direction If the lt 4 or Br button is pressed for longer the rapid search is started When the button is released the tuner will stop on the next station that can be received Manual Tuning This is used to manually search for stations in the preselected band Select the desired frequency band and then press briefly and repeatedly the A or V button to start the search 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se in the desired direction If the A or V button is pressed longer the fast search starts and then stops when the button is released Stereophonic Broadcasters If the incoming signal is weak the repr
277. ssion It is possible to move to the MP3 session while playing by keeping the CD button pressed for more than 2 seconds NOTE When the function is activated the radio may take a few seconds to start playing While checking the disc the display will show CD Reading If no MP3 files are detected the radio will resume playing the audio session from the point where it was interrupted Display Information ID3 lag Information Display In addition to the information relating to the time elapsed folder name and file name the radio is also capable of displaying ID3 TAG information relating to Title Track Artist and Author When one of the ID3 TAG pieces of information is chosen to be displayed Title Artist Album and this informa tion has not been recorded for the track played the text UNKNOWN will be displayed for that field NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 Selection Of Next Previous Folder Press the button to select a next folder or the V button to select the previous folder The display will show the number of the folder The folders are selected cyclically The first folder is selected after the last folder and vice versa If no other folder track is selected in the next 2 seconds the first track on the new folder will be played At that moment selected the last track in the folder is playing the next folder will be played Structure Of The Folders The radio with MP3 player e Recognizes only the f
278. tarting in third gear For most city driving you will find it easier to use only the lower gears For steady highway driving with light accelerations fifth gear is recommended Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and never try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged This will cause abnormal wear on the clutch REVERSE gear is not synchronized and the vehicle must be at a complete stop to shift into REVERSE gear When selecting REVERSE gear the driver should pause ap proximately 2 seconds after pushing in the clutch pedal and prior to shifting into REVERSE which allows gears to stop spinning Should an unwanted clash noise be pro duced the pause length should be increased NOTE e Clashing REVERSE gear especially if vehicle is mov ing can result in transmission damage e During cold weather until the transmission lubricant is warm you may experience slightly higher shift efforts This is normal and not harmful to the transmission Recommended Shift Speeds To use your manual transmission for optimal fuel economy it should be upshifted as listed in the following table Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Speeds Units In mph km h Engine Size Accel eration Rate 25 40 ee STARTING AND OPERATING 207 Downshifting AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and CAUTION prolong engine life Damage to the tr
279. tent chime Once the sequence starts it will continue for the entire duration or until the respective seatbelts are fastened After the sequence completes the Seat Belt Reminder Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts are fastened The driver should instruct all other occu pants to fasten their seat belts If a front seat belt is unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph 8 km h BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual notification The front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the front passenger seat is unoccupied BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the front passenger seat or when the seat is folded flat if equipped It is recommended that pets be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts and cargo is properly stowed BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer FIAT Group Automobiles does not recommend deactivating BeltAlert NOTE Although BeltAlert has been deactivated the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate while the driver s or front passenger if equipped with BeltAlert seat belt remains unfastened 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ie Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage if equipped is in its lowest position your authorized dealer can
280. ter Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 354 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES M 56 000 Miles 91 000 km or 64 000 Miles 104 000 km or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule _J Change the engine oil and engine oil filter JJ Change the engine oil and engine oil _J Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before filter 64 000 miles 104 000 km Inspect exhaust system Replace the spark plugs Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace cabin filter Clean and lube sun roof tracks Check and adjust hand brake Inspect brake linings Inspect CV joints Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary L1 Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 56 000 miles 91 000 km O C O O C L L L L M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center Signature Authorized Service Center N MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 355 80 000 Miles 130 000 km or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule 72 000 Miles 117 000 km or 54 Months Maintenan
281. terial from the vehicle or tire and wheel components Once the sealant dries it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded N WHAT TODOINEMERGENCIES 271 e For optimum performance make sure the valve stem WARNING on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the TIREFIT kit e Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the TIREFIT kit e You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle tires The kit also comes with two needles located in the Accessory Storage Compartment on the bottom of the air pump for inflating sport balls rafts or similar inflatable items However use only the Air Pump Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances Hose 7 and make sure the Mode Select Knob 5 is in If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately the Air Mode when inflating such items to avoid 1 4 in 6 mm or larger injecting sealant into them The TIREFIT Sealant is If the tire has any sidewall damage only intended to seal punctures less than 1 4 in 6 mm If the tire has any damage from driving with diameter in the tread of your vehicle extremely low tire pressure e Do not lift or carry the TIREFIT kit by the hoses ia the tire has any damage from driving on a flat If the wheel has any damage Continued 272 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES M WARNING C
282. ternally powered electric engine block heater available from your authorized dealer The message Plug In Engine Heater will be displayed in the instrument cluster when the ambient temperature is below 5 F 15 C at the time the engine is shut off as a reminder to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129 2 Rear Defrost Button Press and release this button to turn on the rear window defroster This indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 20 minutes CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements e Use care when washing the inside of the rear window Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abra sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window e Keep all objects a safe distance from the window 130 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3 Front Fog Light Indicator If Equipped O This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on 4 Low Fuel Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 1 0 gal lon 3 8L this light will turn on and remain on until fuel is added 5 High Beam Indicator ED This l
283. tery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and MOPARS Total Clean or equivalent Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather condi tioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output avoid wiping with a dry cloth To remove road dirt wash with a mild soap solution fol lowed by rinsing Do not use abrasive cleaning components solvents steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPAR Glass Cleaner or any commercial household type glass cleaner Neve
284. tes This especially applies to children The side curtain air bag is about 3 1 2 in 9 cm thick when it is inflated Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed Front And Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts impact sensors can aid the ORC in determining appropriate response to impact events Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment if the communication network remains intact and the power remains intact depending on the nature of the N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 event the ORC will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow After the event occurs when the system is active the message Fuel Cutoff See Handbook is displayed ing functions Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on the ground near the engine com partment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting the engine e Cut off fuel to the engine e Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is turned off System Reset Procedure After an impact causing air bag deployment the left and right turn signal lights located in the instrument panel cluster will both be blinking until the ignition is turned off In order to move your vehicle to the side of
285. th a Key Ignition Park Inter lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK prior to rotating the key fob to the LOCK OFF position The key fob can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the LOCK OFF position and once removed the shift lever is locked in PARK Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System BTSI that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK OFF position To move the shift lever out of the PARK position the ignition switch must be turned to the ON RUN position engine running or not and the brake pedal must be pressed Six Speed Automatic Transmission The shift lever position display located in the instrument panel cluster indicates the transmission gear range You must press the brake pedal to move the shift lever out of the PARK position Refer to Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System in this section To drive move the shift lever from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position The electronically controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule The transmission electronics are self calibrating therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles kilometers Shift Lever Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be done only after the a
286. the TIREFIT Hoses 6 and 7 to reach the valve stem and keep the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground This will provide the best positioning of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the air pump Move the vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in this position before proceeding 3 Place the transmission in PARK auto transmission or in Gear manual transmission and turn Off the ignition 4 Set the parking brake B Setting Up To Use TIREFIT 1 Turn the Mode Select Knob 5 to the Sealant Mode position 2 Uncoil the Sealant Hose 6 and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose 3 Place the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire 4 Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 6 onto the valve stem 5 Uncoil the Power Plug 8 and insert the plug into the vehicle s 12 Volt power outlet NOTE Do not remove foreign objects e g screws or nails from the tire 274 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES M C Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire e Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE FIT kit NOTE Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL e After pressing the Power Button 4 the sealant white fluid will flow from the Sealant Bottle 1 through the Sealant Hose 6 and into the tire NOTE Sealant may leak out th
287. the car load tire pressure etc Trip planning must take into account the above notes Distance Travelled This value shows the distance covered since the last reset Average Consumption This value shows the approximate average consumption since the last reset Instant Consumption This indicates the fuel consumption The value is con stantly updated The message will appear on the display if the car is parked with the engine running Average Speed This value shows the vehicle s average speed as a func tion of the overall time elapsed since the last reset Travel Time This value shows the time elapsed since the last reset Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Dimmer The EVIC display is provided with a light sensor capable of detecting environmental light conditions and adjust ing the brightness of the instruments accordingly NOTE The brightness of the instrument panel may change while travelling following an event that causes switching from day to night conditions or vice versa in the passenger compartment e g in a tunnel on avenues in shadows under bridges etc To adjust the brightness proceed as follows 1 Press the or button to set the required brightness level N UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 2 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen witho
288. the rear cargo area 060535912 9 Winch Access Plug 2 Fit the wrench tool over the drive nut Use the wrench to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle 060535914 Lowering Raising Spare Tire WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 281 CAUTION The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack wrench tool only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and they can dam age the winch 3 Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle Spare Tire 282 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4 When the spare is clear remove the knob or plastic 5 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it molded nut by rotating it counter clockwise through the center of the wheel 060536589 Plastic Molded Nut Retainer WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 283 Preparations For Jacking 6 Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position For example if changing the right front tire block the left rear WARNING n Wheel 060505162 1 Park the vehicle on a firm level surface avoiding ice or slippery areas Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic pull far enough off NOTE Passengers should not remain in the vehicle the road to avoid the danger of being hit when while the vehicle is being jacke
289. the shift lever Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle and do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON RUN position A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle e Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may PS cause serious injury or death CAUTION An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Locking Doors With A Key You can insert the key with either side up To lock the door turn the key to the right To unlock the door turn the key to the left Refer to Body Lubrication in Maintaining Your Vehicle for maintenance information Continued 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ee Key In Ignition Reminder Opening the driver s door when the key is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF LOCK sounds a signal to remove the key SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded electronic chip transponder to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation Therefore only keys that are pro grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and oper
290. ting 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M e Radio off 20 min The radio turns off indepen dently from the ignition key the radio remains on for a maximum period of 20 minutes after the key has been turned to the STOP position System Reset Function This function is used to restore all settings to the factory values The options are e NO No restore intervention e YES The default parameters will be restored Dur ing such operation the wording Resetting appears on the display At the end of the operation the source does not change and the previous situation will be displayed Radio Tuner Introduction When the car radio is turned on the last function that was selected before turning it off Radio CD CD MP3 AUX is activated To select the Radio function when another audio source is being listened to briefly press the TUNER button Once the Radio mode has been activated the display will show the name RBDS stations only or the frequency of the selected radio station the frequency band selected e g FMA and the preset button number e g P1 Frequency Band Selection With the Radio mode active press the FM or AM tuner button briefly and repeatedly to select the desired recep tion band N UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Each time the button is pressed the following bands are selected cyclically e AM FM or SAT if equipped Each band is highlighted by the corre
291. ting configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 392 kg TOTAL FRONT REAR EXAMPLE 1 EXAMPLE 2 EXAMPLE 3 Combined weight of occupants and cargo from Tire Placard 865 Ibs 865 Ibs MINUS Combined Occupant s weight Occupant 1 200 lbs Occupant 2 130 Ib T Occupant 3 160 Ibs Occupant 1 210 Ibs Occupant 2 180 Ibs Occupant 3 150 lbs TOTAL WEIGHT 540 Ibs 540 Ibs Occupant 1 200 lbs Occupant 2 200 Ibs TOTAL WEIGHT 400 ibs 400 Ibs STARTING AND OPERATING AVAILABLE Cargo Luggage and Trailer Tongue Weight 195 Ibs 465 Ibs 811a4d11 241 242 STARTING AND OPERATING ee WARNING Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can Overloading of your tires is dangerous Overloading can cause tire failure affect vehicle handling and increase your stopping distance Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle Never overload them TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure cause damage th
292. tion about the spare tire it s use and operation WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 285 CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking e e e Instructions for this vehicle 1 Remove the scissors jack and tool bag from under the driver s seat 2 Loosen but do not remove the wheel bolts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 060535916 2 NOTE There are front and rear jacking locations on Front Jacking Location each side of the body as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding 286 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES positioned turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed 060535917 Rear Jacking Location Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is E 060535918 securely engaged Jacking Location 3 Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location Once the jack is N WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 287 WARNING WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack the vehicle less stable It could slip off the jack and do not fully tighten the wheel bolts until the vehicle hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough has been lowered Failure to follow this warning may to r
293. transmit ter to lock all doors and the liftgate The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal If a door is ajar the turn signal lights will flash at an increased rate and there will be no horn chirp this is to indicate that a door is still ajar N THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Programming Additional Transmitters NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap Refer to Sentry Key Customer Key Programming proved by the party responsible for compliance could id th s authori te the equi t If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter void the user s authority to operate the equipmen contact your authorized dealer for details If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal 2 distance check for these two conditions General Information This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with 1 Weak battery in the RKE transmitter The expected life RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the of a battery is five years followi itions ollowing conditions 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station 1 This device may not cause harmful interference tower airport transmitter military base and some mobile Brie 2 This device must accept any interference that may be or CB radios received including interference that may cause undesired operation 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Battery Replacement
294. ttle Control ETC system If a problem is detected the light will come on while the engine is running Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the NEUTRAL 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 flashing when the engine is running imme diate service is required and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing The light will come on when the ignition is first turned to ON RUN and remain on briefly as a bulb check If the light does not come on during starting have the system checked by an autho rized dealer 15 Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Each tire including the spare if provided i should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires i
295. tton to return to the sub menu 7 When accessing the Fuel Economy submenu briefly press the MENU ESC button Either mpg km l or 100km will appear on the display according to the previous setting If the distance unit set is mi the fuel economy unit will be displayed in mpg If the distance unit set is km the fuel economy unit will be displayed in either km l or 1 100km 1 Press the or button for setting 2 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to return to the sub menu 3 When accessing the Temperature submenu briefly press the MENU ESC button Either F or C will appear on the display according to the previous setting 4 Press the or button for setting 5 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to return to the sub menu When you have made the required settings briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the sub menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button ap proximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings N UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 Language Selecting The Language The messages can be displayed in the following lan guages Italian English German Portuguese Spanish French Dutch Polish To set the required language proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button The previously set language will flash on the display 2 Press the or button for setting 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC
296. tton to start adjusting equalizer 5 On the display a 7 bar graph will appears in which each bar represents a frequency Select the bar to be adjusted by using the lt 4 or buttons The selected bar will start to flash and it can be adjusted using A or V buttons 6 Io store the setting press the MENU or AUDIO buttons Menu MENU Button Functions Press the MENU button briefly to activate the Menu function Use the A or V buttons to scroll through the menu functions To change the setting of the selected function use the 4 or gt buttons 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ee The current status of the selected function appears on the display The functions managed by the Menu are e Speech Volume e Aux Audio Offset e Radio Off e Sat ID e SIRIUS Telephone Number e System Reset e Speed Volume e On Volume Limit Press the MENU button again to exit the Menu function Speed Volume Function If Equipped This function automatically adapts the volume level to the speed of the car turning up the volume when the speed increases to maintain the ratio with the noise level inside the passenger compartment To activate deactivate the function use the buttons The wording Speed volume appears on the display followed by the current status of the function e Off function deactivated e Low function activated low sensitivity e High function activated high sensitivity On Volume Limit This f
297. ulated 258 Gauges Coolant Temperature 138 RuCl RE EER ROS ER BOE TE ER 140 Odomeler as EE gene E et ARE ees 139 TaChOmeter iss d ses Aa DEE ER dom HR es 140 eat Rees EER EE VERRE ROER HAD EN 209 Gear Select Lever Override isa per ne Ext 294 General Information leen 15 256 General Maintenance 2 soos eode eher ge sed 305 Sloss Glad 6447246665 KORS ee RM TEES EE 330 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Waler waa ws em Bo be KEER 217 bloedlose SA RRAEE KAP BRODE RD DE RE 96 ean as ies eee as AUS eee ens REN 330 High Beau PPP 130 OVC uices ET veu uu bee p was 97 Pleated Seal PED 91 lari sae yop ob ay we em HET FEES GE 186 Inici ASSIST P eke SERS PA 227 HOJE CUO uos zuo ae eae eee RSA He Ines aeg oo 120 Hood RKeledse P P 94 lands rrr KO rr TR lemon Key Removal axo 4544564 9999454 Immobilizer Sentry Key 380 INDEX NEE Id Infant Restraint sesse EER 56464445 HAS 55 Information Center Vehicle 140 Instrument Cluster uu sa Sy ORE RARR eo ESOS 129 Instrument Panel and Controls 127 Instrument Panel Cover ell Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 331 Intenor Appearance Care son ee dues and eres 929 Ite HOT EIS DIS 44 44 uci eis kane E re eid 99 IGHOGUCHION CREE S TTTTTETIEITILDTITLITSRCOU 4 Jack DE HODE s 22 oa y eats oe aS NE P WR dr 279 Jack Operation ser du eur ESSE ed ers 278 2
298. ult to read on the actual CD cover where it may be for example COPY CONTROL COPY PRO TECTED THIS CD CANNOT BE PLAYED ON A PC MAC 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se The CD player is capable of reading most compression systems currently in use following the development of these systems the reading of all compression for mats is not guaranteed Technical Specifications The complete system consists of Two 165 mm diameter midwoofer speakers one speaker in each of the front doors Two 22 mm diameter tweeter speakers one speaker in each of the front pillars Two 100 mm diameter full range speakers one speaker in each of the rear side panels Antenna on the car roof Radio with CD MP3 player With Bose Premium Audio system if equipped Two 165 mm diameter midwoofer speakers Two 11 mm tweeter speakers in the front pillars Two 100 mm full range speakers one speaker in each of the rear side panels A subwoofer under the right front seat An amplifier in the trunk on the right hand side panel Antenna on the car roof Radio with CD MP3 player NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 Quick Guide Radio Controls BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE Short button press Long button press TUNER AM FM SAT if equipped source se Short repeated button press lection A B C Cycles A B C presets for AM FM Short repeated button press SAT if equipped MEDIA CD AUX Media Play
299. unction makes it possible to activate deactivate the maximum volume limit when turning the radio on NE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 The display shows the function status NOTE e Using the Menu it is only possible to adjust the activation deactivation of the function and not the minimum or maximum volume value e On volume limit on when the radio is turned on the volume level will be If the volume level is equal to or higher than the maximum value the radio will come on at the maxi mum volume level If the volume level is between the minimum and 4 Radio Off Function maximum values the radio will come on at the same o This function makes it possible to set the radio switching volume as before it was switched off off mode by choosing between two methods e If the battery charge is too low the volume cannot be adjusted between the minimum and the maximum If the volume level is equal to or lower than the minimum value the radio will come on at the mini mum volume e Radio off 00 min The radio turns off in connec tion with the ignition key the radio is turned auto matically off as soon as the key is turned to the STOP position The chosen mode appears on the display e On volume limit off The radio will come on at the same volume as before it was switched off The volume level can be between 0 and 40 Use the buttons lt 4 or gt to change the set
300. upplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions including some that may produce substantial vehicle damage for example some pole collisions truck underrides and angle offset collisions On the other hand depending on the type and location of impact Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions Side air bag deployment will depend on the severity and type of collision Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all acci dents and also are needed to help keep you in position away from an inflating air bag The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the ON RUN or START position If the key is in the OFF LOCK position or not in the ignition the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ee The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment Also the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning e Light in the instrument panel for approxi mately
301. ur Vehicle for further information Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom mended oil quality requirements are met and the recom mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed Materials Added To Engine Oils Do not add any supplemental materials other than leak detection dyes to your engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be im paired by supplemental additives Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your authorized dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection All of this manufacturer s engines have a full flow type disposable oil filter Use a filter of this type for replace ment The quality of replacement filters varies consider ably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR engine oil filters are high quality oil filters and are recommended Engine Air Cleaner Filter Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals N MAINTAINING YOU
302. ure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position Do not start the engine 2 Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF LOCK position NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Trip Computer The Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster It features a driver interactive display displays informa tion such as trip information range fuel consumption average speed and travel time Trip Button The TRIP button located on the right steering column stalk can be used to display and to reset the previously described values e Ashort button press displays the different values e A long button press resets the system and then starts a new trip New Trip To reset e Press and hold the TRIP button to reset the system manually e When the Trip distance reaches 9999 9 miles or kilometers or when the Travel time reaches 99 59 99 hours and 59 minutes the system is reset auto matically e Disconnecting Reconnecting the battery resets the system NOTE If the reset operation occurs in the presence of the screens concerning Trip A or Trip B only the infor mation associated with Trip A or Trip B functions will be reset Start Of Trip Procedure With the ignition on
303. uries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts reduce the possibility of NN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WARNING ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times e It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or Lap Shoulder Belts outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in e these areas are more likely to be seriously injured All the seating positions in your vehicle are equipped a or killed with combination lap shoulder belts DE Do not allow people to ride in any area of your The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat very sudden stops or accidents This feature allows the belts shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and normal conditions However in a collision the belt will using a seat belt properly lock and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat vehicle or being thrown out belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best Continued 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING Continued 2 The seat belt latch plate is along side the pillar near the back of your seat Grasp t
304. ut storing settings Speed Beep Speed Limit With this function it is possible to set the car speed limit mph or km h when this limit is exceeded the driver is immediately alerted To set the speed limit proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button The display will show the message Speed Beep 2 Press the or button to select speed limit activation On or deactivation Off 3 When the function is activated On briefly press the MENU ESC button to display the presently set activation speed Pressing the or buttons selects the speed limit Press MENU ESC to confirm selection NOTE Selection is possible between 20 and 125 mph or km h depending on the selected unit The setting will increase decrease by five units each time the amp button is pressed Press and hold the button to increase decrease the setting rapidly Save the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting e Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings To cancel the setting proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU ESC button On will flash on the display 2 Press the button Off will flash on the display 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ee 3 Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press
305. vehicle take it to your authorized dealer immediately and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 6 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays or loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ME Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt 1 Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point 2 At about 6 to 12 in 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate 4 Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing Seat Belts In Passeng
306. when replacing the cables on the flame or sparks away from the battery Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling e The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnected and should only be replaced with a battery of the same type vented battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked posi tive and negative and are identified on the battery case Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion If a fast charger is used while the battery is in the vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger to the battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage N MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer e Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants at the start of each warm season This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are test Drive belt tension should al
307. wn shift through the gears based on vehicle speed When the vehicle is at a stop first gear will be selected Starting out in second or third gear can be helpful in snow or icy conditions To select second or third gear after the vehicle is brought to a stop tap the shift lever rearward once or twice Avoid using speed control when AutoStick is en gaged because the transmission will not shift auto matically Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when AutoStick is engaged 216 STARTING AND OPERATING ee e If a downshift would cause the engine to over speed DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES that shift will not occur until it is safe for the engine An audible beep will sound if an inappropriate gear is selected Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered wet or other slip pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull e The transmission will automatically upshift when nec erratically to the right or left This phenomenon occurs essary to prevent engine over speed when there is a difference in the surface traction under e Mostly the transmission will stay in the manually arene ESE week selected ratio however WARNING If the system detects powertrain overheating the transmission will revert to a special automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the fro
308. y manufacturer s recommended transmis sion fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further informa tion It is important that the transmission fluid be main tained at the prescribed level using the recommended 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M fluid No chemical flushes should be used in any trans mission only the approved lubricant may be used Special Additives Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple mental additives Therefore do not add any fluid addi tives to the transmission The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks In addition avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo nents Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Fluid Level Check The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer serviced only Fluid And Filter Changes Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo graphic locations and usage Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surf

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