Dodge Challenger 2010 Owner's Manual

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O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L

Challenger

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA

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 electronic systems.

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
drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking
driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.

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.

WARNING!

This manual illustrates and describes the operation of
features 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
obligation upon itself to install them on products previ­ously manufactured.

Copyright © 2010 Chrysler Group LLC

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INTRODUCTION

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

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STARTING AND OPERATING

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

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䡵 Introduction ........................... 4

䡵 How To Use This Manual .................. 4

䡵 Warnings And Cautions ...................6

䡵 Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6

䡵 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group
LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision
workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all
essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.

This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis­tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet,
located on the DVD, and various customer-oriented
documents. Please take the time to read these publica­tions carefully. Following the instructions and recom­mendations in this manual will help assure safe and
enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain
with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will
be aware of all safety warnings.

When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech­nicians and genuine MOPAR威 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:

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op­erating procedures that could result in a collision or
bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce­dures 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 on the left
front corner of the instrument panel and is visible from
outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This
number also appears on the Automobile Information
Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the
vehicle registration, and the title.

VIN Location

NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

INTRODUCTION 7

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or
death.

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CONTENTS

䡵 A Word About Your Keys ................. 12

▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ............ 12

▫ KeyFOB ........................... 13

▫ Removing Key FOB From Ignition ......... 14

▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 15

䡵 Sentry Key威 .......................... 16

▫ Replacement Keys ..................... 17

▫ Customer Key Programming ............. 17

▫ General Information ................... 17

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䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm ................... 18

▫ Rearming Of The System ................ 18

▫ To Arm The System ................... 18

▫ To Disarm The System ................. 19

䡵 Illuminated Entry ...................... 20

䡵 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .............. 20

▫ To Unlock The Doors .................. 21

▫ To Lock The Doors .................... 23

▫ Remote Open Window Feature ............ 24

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▫ To Open The Trunk .................... 24

䡵 Trunk Lock And Release ................. 34

▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 24

▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...... 25

▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement .......... 25

▫ General Information ................... 25

䡵 Remote Starting System .................. 26

▫ How To Use Remote Start ............... 26

䡵 Door Locks ........................... 29

▫ Manual Door Locks ................... 29

▫ Power Door Locks .................... 30

䡵 Windows ............................ 32

▫ Power Windows ...................... 32

▫ Wind Buffeting ....................... 33

䡵 Trunk Safety Warning ................... 35

▫ Trunk Emergency Release ............... 35

䡵 Occupant Restraints ..................... 36

▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 37

▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .... 42

▫ Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode

— If Equipped ....................... 42

▫ Energy Management Feature ............. 43

▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped ...... 44

▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System

(BeltAlert威) ......................... 44

▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women .......... 46

▫ Seat Belt Extender ..................... 46

▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) -

Airbags ............................ 47

▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 53

▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 60

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▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 71

▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 72

▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The

Vehicle ............................. 73

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▫ Child Restraints ...................... 61

䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 70

䡵 Safety Tips ........................... 71

▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make

Outside The Vehicle ................... 75

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system
consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with
integral ignition switch. You can insert the Key Fob into
the ignition switch with either side up.

Keyless Enter-N-Go Feature

This vehicle may be equipped with the Keyless Enter­N-Go feature, refer to “Starting Procedures” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information.

Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)

The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an
ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with
detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent posi­tions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position
is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When
released from the START position, the switch automati­cally returns to the ON/RUN position.

NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter­N-Go, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
will display the ignition switch position (OFF/ACC/
RUN). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) — If Equipped” in “Understanding Your Instru­ment Panel” for further information.

1 — OFF
2 — ACCESSORY (ACCESSORY)
3 — ON/RUN
4 — START

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Key Fob

The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It also contains
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an
emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob.

The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle
should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
The emergency key is also for locking the glove box. You
can keep the emergency key with you when valet park­ing.

NOTE: Entering a vehicle using the emergency key with
the theft alarm armed, will result in the alarm sounding.
Insert the Key Fob (even if the Key Fob battery is dead)
into the ignition switch to disarm theft alarm.

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To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch
at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and
then pull the key out with your other hand.

Emergency Key Removal

NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key

into the lock cylinders with either side up.

Removing Key Fob From Ignition

Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the
OFF position and then remove the Key Fob.

With the Keyless Enter-N-Go system, the EVIC will
display the ignition switch position “OFF/ACC/RUN”.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —
If Equipped” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.

NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power
sunroof (if equipped), and ignition-powered power out­lets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening
either door will cancel this feature. The time for this
feature is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer­Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In­strument Panel” for further information.

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WARNING!

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Never 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 Key
Fob in the ignition or a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.

•

Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove Key Fob from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder

Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the
ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC,
sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob.

NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds
when the Key Fob is placed in the OFF or ACC ignition
position.

If your vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go,
opening the driver’s door when the vehicle’s ignition
switch is placed in ACC or ON/RUN (engine stopped)
will cause the reminder chime to sound. Refer to “Start­ing Procedures” in “Starting And Operating” for further
information.

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SENTRY KEY姞

The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System prevents unauthor­ized 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 Key Fob with factory-mated Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition
Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The
system will shut the engine off in two seconds if an
invalid Key Fob is used to start the engine.

After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi­tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three
seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the

bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the
electronics. This condition will result in the engine being
shut off after two seconds.

If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal
vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec­onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible by an authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system is not compat­ible with some after-market remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.

All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

Replacement Keys

NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the
vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.

CAUTION!

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Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho­rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a
blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob
is one that has never been programmed.

NOTE: When having the Sentry Key威 Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to
the authorized dealer.

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Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat­tended.

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For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go,
always remember to place the ignition in OFF.

At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is
required for authorized dealer replacement of Key Fobs.

Customer Key Programming

Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be
performed at an authorized dealer.

General Information

The Sentry Key威 system complies with FCC rules Part 15
and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following conditions:

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This device may not cause harmful interference.

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This device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause unde­sired operation.

off after three minutes, turn all of the visual signals off
after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will
rearm itself.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM

The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors
for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unau­thorized operation. While the Vehicle Security Alarm is
armed, interior switches for door locks and decklid
release are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the
Vehicle Security Alarm will provide the following au­dible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the head­lights, park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the
Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash.

Rearming Of The System

If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to
disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the horn

To Arm The System

Vehicles Not Equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go

Remove the key from the ignition switch and either press
a power door LOCK switch while the driver or passenger
door is open or press the LOCK button on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. After the last door is
closed, or if both doors and the trunk are closed, the
Vehicle Security Alarm will arm itself in about 16 sec­onds. During that time, the Vehicle Security Light will
flash. If it does not illuminate, the Vehicle Security Alarm
is not arming. In addition, if you open a door during the
arming period, the Vehicle Security Alarm will cancel the
arming process. If you wish to rearm the Vehicle Security
Alarm after closing the door, you must repeat one of the
previously-described arming sequences.

Vehicles Equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go

Press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button until the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) indicates
that the vehicle ignition is ⬙OFF⬙ (refer to “Starting
Procedures” in “Starting And Operating” for further
information). Then either press the power door LOCK
switch while the driver or passenger door is open, or
press the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter LOCK
button.

To Disarm The System

Vehicles Not Equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go

Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter
or insert a valid ignition key into the ignition switch.

NOTE:

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The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on
the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle
Security Alarm.

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The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during
trunk entry. Pressing the TRUNK button will not
disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. If someone enters
the vehicle through the trunk, and opens any door, the
alarm will sound.

•

When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior
power door lock switches will not unlock the doors.

The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your
vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the
Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm. If one
of the previously-described arming sequences has oc­curred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of
whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the
vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this
occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery
becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will
remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The

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exterior lights will flash, and the horn will sound. If this
occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

Vehicles Equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go

Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter,
press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button (requires
at least one valid Key Fob in the vehicle), or insert a valid
Key Fob into the ignition switch (if the Start/Stop button
is removed) and rotate it to the ON/RUN position.

Tamper Alert

If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in
your absence, the horn will sound three times when you
disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. Check the vehicle for
tampering.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY

The courtesy lights will turn on when you press the
UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter or open any door.

The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds
or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition
switch is placed in ON/RUN from the OFF position.

NOTE: None of the courtesy lights will operate if the
dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme
downward position), unless the overhead map/reading
lights are turned on manually.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)

The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors,
open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from dis­tances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held
Key Fob with RKE transmitter. The RKE transmitter does
not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the
system.

NOTE: Inserting the Key Fob with RKE transmitter into
the ignition switch disables the system from responding
to any button presses from that RKE transmitter. Driving

at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system
from responding to all RKE transmitter buttons for all
RKE transmitters.

Key Fob with RKE Transmitter

To Unlock The Doors

Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE
transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice

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within five seconds, to unlock both doors. The turn signal
lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The
illuminated entry system will also turn on.

Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First

This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver’s door or both doors on the first press of the
UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. Refer to “Elec­tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Set­tings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under­standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

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When not using the EVIC, perform the following
steps:

1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed
RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than
10 seconds. Then, press and hold the UNLOCK button
while still holding the LOCK button.

2. Release both buttons at the same time.

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3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press­ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter
with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key
Fob removed.

4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.

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When not using the EVIC, perform the following
steps:

1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed
RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than
10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button while
still holding the UNLOCK button.

NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit­ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the
Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm
activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UN­LOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm.

Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock

This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when
the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit­ter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. Refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal
Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under­standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

2. Release both buttons at the same time.

3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press­ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter
with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key
Fob removed.

4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.

NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit­ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security

Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated
will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button
to deactivate the Security Alarm.

Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock

This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds
when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal
Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under­standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

To Lock The Doors

Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit­ter to lock both doors. The turn signal lights will flash
and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.

Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock

This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors
are locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be
turned on or turned off. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle

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Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer­Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In­strument Panel” for further information.

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When not using the EVIC, perform the following
steps:

1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans­mitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 sec­onds. Then, press the PANIC button while still holding
the LOCK button.

2. Release both buttons at the same time.

3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press­ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the
ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob
removed.

4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.

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NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit­ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security
Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated
will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button
to deactivate the Security Alarm.

Remote Open Window Feature

This feature allows you to remotely lower both door
windows at the same time. To use this feature, press and
release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter and
then immediately press and hold the UNLOCK button
until the windows lower to the level desired or until they
lower completely.

To Open The Trunk

Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two
times within five seconds to open the trunk.

Using The Panic Alarm

To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF, press and
hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at

least one second and release. When the Panic Alarm is on,
the headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will
pulse on and off, and the interior lights will turn on.

The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless
you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a
second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 5 mph
(24 km/h) or greater.

NOTE:

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The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition
switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the
Panic Alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights
and horn will remain on.

•

You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the
Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted
by the system.

Programming Additional Transmitters

Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be
performed at an authorized dealer.

Transmitter Battery Replacement

The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.

NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate

1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw,
remove the screw. With the RKE ransmitter buttons
facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the
RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the
elastomer seal during removal.

2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the
battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on
the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover.

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Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin
oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a
battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.

3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two
halves of the case together. Make sure there is an even
“gap” between the two halves. If equipped, install and
tighten the screw until snug. Test RKE transmitter
operation.

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:

•

This device may not cause harmful interference.

•

This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

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NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap­proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal
distance, check for these two conditions:

1. A weak battery in the transmitter. The expected life of
the battery is a minimum of three years.

2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM

This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve­niently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range of

approximately 300 ft (91 m).

NOTE: The vehicle must be equipped with an auto­matic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.

How To Use Remote Start

All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:

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Shift lever in PARK

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Doors closed

•

Hood closed

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Hazard switch off

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Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)

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Ignition key removed from ignition switch

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Battery at an acceptable charge level, and

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RKE PANIC button not pressed.

WARNING!

•

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

•

Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters
away from children. Operation of the Remote Start
System, windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.

To Enter Remote Start Mode

Press and release the REMOTE START button
on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec­onds. The parking lights will flash and the horn

will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the
engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.

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NOTE:

•

If an engine fault is present the vehicle will start and
then shut down 10 seconds later.

•

The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.

•

For security, power window and power sunroof op­eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is
in the Remote Start mode.

•

The engine can be started two consecutive times with
the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be
cycled by pushing the START/STOP button twice (or
the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN
position) before you can repeat the start sequence for a
third cycle.

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To Exit Remote Start Mode without Driving the
Vehicle

Press and release the REMOTE START button one time

•

or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute
cycle.

NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system
will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START
button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote
Start request.

To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle

Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the
UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the
doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if
equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle,
press and release the START/STOP button. If the
START/STOP button is not present, insert the Key Fob
into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the
ON/RUN position.

NOTE:

•

For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go
feature, the ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN
position in order to drive the vehicle.

•

For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go
feature, the message “Insert Key/Turn To On” will
display in the EVIC until you insert the Key Fob. Once
inserted, the message “Turn To On” will display in the
EVIC until you turn the Key Fob to ON/RUN.

•

For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go fea­ture, the message “Push Button/Insert Key” will dis­play in the EVIC until you push the START button.

DOOR LOCKS
Manual Door Locks

To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door
trim panel downward. To unlock each door, pull the door
lock knob on each door trim panel upward.

Door Lock Knob

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If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door,
the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key is not
inside the vehicle before closing the door.

WARNING!

•

For personal security and safety in the event of an
accident, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as
well as when you park and leave the vehicle.

•

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from the ignition and lock your vehicle. Unsuper­vised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe
personal injuries and death.

•

Never 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. Don’t leave the key in
the ignition. A child could operate power win­dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

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Power Door Locks

The power door lock switch is located on each door trim
panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors.

locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden­tally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle. Removing the
Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to
operate. If a door is open, the Key Fob is in the ignition,
and the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position, a chime
will sound as a reminder to remove the Key Fob.

Automatic Door Locks

The doors will lock automatically if all of the following
conditions are met:

1. The Automatic Door Locks feature is enabled

2. The transmission is in gear

3. All doors are closed

Power Door Lock Switch

If you press the power door lock switch while the Key
Fob is in the ignition, and either door is open, the power

4. The throttle is pressed

5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h)

6. The doors were not previously locked using the power
door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter

Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped

The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by
your authorized dealer. See your authorized dealer for
programming.

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6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h)

Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming

The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be
enabled or disabled. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor­mation Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer­Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In­strument Panel” for further information.

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Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit

The doors will unlock automatically if:

1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en­abled

2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed
returned to 0 mph (0 km/h)

3. The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK

4. The driver door is opened

5. The doors were not previously unlocked

•

When not using the EVIC, perform the following
steps:

1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.

2. Place the Key Fob in the ignition switch.

3. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between
OFF and ON/RUN and then back to OFF four times
ending up in the LOCK position. However, do not start

the engine.

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4. Within 30 seconds, press the power door UNLOCK
switch to unlock the doors.

5. A single chime will indicate the completion of the
programming.

NOTE: If you do not hear the chime, it means that the
system did not enter the programming mode and you
will need to repeat the procedure.

6. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.

NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature
in accordance with local laws.

WINDOWS
Power Windows

The window controls on the driver’s door control both of
the door windows.

Power Window Switches

There is a single window control on the passenger’s door
trim panel that operates the window on the passenger’s
door. The window controls will operate only when the
ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position.

NOTE:

•

The door window will lower slightly if it is closed
completely when opening the door. The window will
return to its fully closed position after closing the door.
This action allows the door to open without resistance
and prevents window and seal damage.

WARNING!

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.

AUTO-Down Feature

The driver’s door power window switch and passenger
door power window switch have an AUTO-down fea­ture. Press the window switch to the second detent,
release, and the window will go down automatically.

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To open the window part way, press the window switch
to the first detent and release it when you want the
window to stop.

To stop the window from going all the way down during
the AUTO-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly.

The power window switches will remain active for up to
60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF.
Opening either door will cancel this feature. The time for
this feature is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer­Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In­strument Panel” for further information.

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) in certain

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open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur­rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
one window open, then open the other window to
minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the
sunroof open, then adjust the sunroof opening to mini­mize the buffeting.

TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE

The trunk lid can be released from inside the vehicle by
pressing the Trunk Release button. The button is located
on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.

NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the
button will operate. If equipped with a manual transmis­sion, the vehicle speed must be under 5 mph (8 km/h)
before the button will operate.

The trunk lid can be released from
outside the vehicle by pressing the
Trunk Release button on the Re­mote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans­mitter twice within five seconds.

Trunk Release

Button

With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the
Trunk Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster
indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer display
will reappear once the trunk is closed.

With the ignition switch in the OFF position or the key
removed from the ignition switch, the Trunk Open sym­bol will display until the trunk is closed.

TRUNK SAFETY WARNING

WARNING!

Do not allow children to have access to the trunk,
either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or
through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the
trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. Once in
the trunk, young children may not be able to escape,
even if they entered through the rear seat. If trapped
in the trunk, children can die from suffocation or
heat stroke.

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Trunk Emergency Release

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Emergency Release

The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergency
release handle. It is located on the inside of the trunk lid,
near the latch, and is coated so that it glows in a darkened
trunk. Pull on the handle to open the trunk.

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OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS

Some of the most important safety features in your
vehicle are the restraint systems:

•

Three-point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and
all passengers

•

Advanced Front Airbags for driver and front passen­ger

•

Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC)
for the driver and passengers seated next to a window
— if equipped

•

An energy-absorbing steering column and steering
wheel

•

Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants

•

Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners to enhance
occupant protection by managing occupant energy
during an impact event — if equipped

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, see Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).

NOTE: The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage
inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different
rates of inflation based on the severity and type of
collision.

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.

WARNING!

In an accident, you and your passengers can suffer
much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled
up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other
passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle.
Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are
buckled up properly.

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even
on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver
and cause an accident 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 an accident.
Some of the worst injuries happen when people are
thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility

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of 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.

Lap/Shoulder Belts

All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with
lap/shoulder belts.

The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during
very sudden stops or impacts. This feature allows the
shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under
normal conditions. However, in an accident, the belt will
lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the
vehicle or being thrown out.

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WARNING!

•

It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or
outside of a vehicle. In an accident, 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.

•

Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.

•

Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat
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 an accident best.

(Continued)

WARNING! (Continued)

•

Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make
your injuries in an accident much worse. You
might 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
passengers safe, too.

•

Two people should never be belted into a single
seat belt. People belted together can crash into one
another in an accident, hurting one another badly.
Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a 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 front seat.

2. The seat belt latch plate is contacting the seat when the
belt is routed through the seat web guide. When the belt
is routed outside of the seat web guide, the latch plate
will contact the quarter trim panel. Grasp the latch plate
and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing
as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap.

Latch Plate

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3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”

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Latch Plate To Buckle

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WARNING!

•

A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will
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 snug.

(Continued)

WARNING! (Continued)

•

A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous.
Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the
vehicle in an accident, increasing head and neck
injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause
internal injuries. Ribs are not as strong as shoulder
bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that
your strongest bones will take the force in a
collision.

•

A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect
you from injury during an accident. 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.

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your
abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up
a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too
tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug
belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in an
accident.

WARNING!

•

A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of
internal injury in an accident. 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 cannot do its job as well. In a
collision, it could even cut into you. Be sure the
belt is straight. If you cannot straighten a belt in
your vehicle, take it to your authorized dealer
immediately and have it fixed.

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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.

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Removing Slack From Belt

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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 an accident
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 an accident if they
have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing,
etc.).

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.

Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If
Equipped

In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre­locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in
the shoulder belt. The Automatic Locking Mode is avail­able on all passenger-seating positions with a combina­tion lap/shoulder belt.

When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode

Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child safety
seat is 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.

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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
accident. This safety belt system has a retractor assembly
that is designed to release webbing in a controlled
manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt
force acting on the occupant’s chest.

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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.

WARNING!

•

The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced
if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re­tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func­tion is not working properly when checked ac­cording to the procedures in the Service Manual.

•

Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly
could increase the risk of injury in accidents.

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Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped

The seat belts for both front seating positions may be
equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to
remove slack from the seat belt in the event of an
accident. These devices improve the performance of the
seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the
occupant early in an accident. Pretensioners work for all
size occupants, 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 Re­straint Controller (ORC). Like the airbags, the pretension­ers are single use items. A deployed pretensioner or a
deployed airbag must be replaced immediately.

Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert姞)

If the driver ’s or front passenger’s (if equipped with belt
alert) seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of
starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater
than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced Warning System
(BeltAlert威) will alert the driver or front passenger to
buckle the seat belt. The driver should also instruct all
other occupants to buckle their seat belts. Once the
warning is triggered, BeltAlert威 will continue to chime
and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for 96 seconds or
until the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is buckled.
BeltAlert威 will be reactivated if the driver’s or passen­ger’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and
the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).

For front passenger seats equipped with BeltAlert, your
vehicle is equipped to detect when it is occupied. The
BeltAlert威 warning system is not activated when the

front passenger seat is unoccupied. The BeltAlert威 warn­ing system 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威 Programming

The BeltAlert威 can be enabled or disabled by your
authorized dealer or by performing the following steps:

NOTE: Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend de­activating the BeltAlert威.

1. With both doors closed, and the ignition switch in any
position except ON/RUN or START, buckle the driver’s
seat belt.

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2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, but
do not start the engine. Wait for the Seat Belt Reminder
Light to turn off and then proceed to the next step.

NOTE: You must perform the following steps within
60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the ON/RUN
position.

3. Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the
ON/RUN position, unbuckle and then re-buckle the
driver’s seat belt at least three times, ending with the seat
belt buckled.

NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn
on while unbuckling the seat belt and turn off while
re-buckling the seat belt. It may be necessary to retract
the seat belt.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. A single
chime will sound to signify that you have successfully
completed the programming.

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The BeltAlert威 can be reactivated by repeating this pro­cedure.

NOTE: When the BeltAlert威 is deactivated, the Seat Belt
Reminder Light will continue to illuminate as long as the
driver’s seat belt is unbuckled.

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 an accident.

Seat Belt Extender

If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended your
authorized dealer can 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 extender and store it.

WARNING!

Using a seat belt extender when not needed can
increase the risk of injury in an accident. Only use
when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn
low and snug and in the recommended seating posi­tion. Remove and store the extender when not
needed.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags

This vehicle has Advanced Front Airbags for both the
driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat
belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air­bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The
passenger’s Advanced Front Airbag is mounted in the
instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The
words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47

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Advanced Front Airbag and Knee Bolster Locations

1 — Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Airbags
2 — Knee Bolster

NOTE: These airbags are certified to the new Federal
regulations for Advanced Airbags.

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The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator
design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of
inflation 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 rate of the Advanced Front Airbags 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 rate of the
Advanced Front Airbags.

This vehicle may also be equipped with Supplemental
Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the
driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a win­dow. If the vehicle is equipped with SABIC airbags, they
are located above the side windows and their covers are
also labeled: SRS AIRBAG.

NOTE:

•

Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim;
but they will open during airbag deployment.

•

After any accident, the vehicle should be taken to an
authorized dealer immediately.

Airbag System Components

Your vehicle may be equipped with the following airbag
system components:

•

Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

•

Airbag Warning Light

•

Steering Wheel and Column

•

Instrument Panel

•

Knee Impact Bolster

•

Driver Advanced Front Airbag

•

Passenger Advanced Front Airbag

•

Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC)

•

Front and Side Impact Sensors

•

Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch,
and Seat Track Position Sensors

Advanced Front Airbag Features

The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driver
and front passenger airbags. This system provides output
appropriate to the severity and type of collision as
determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC),
which may receive information from the front impact
sensors.

The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an
impact that requires airbag deployment. This low output
is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy output is
used for more severe collisions.

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WARNING!

•

No objects should be placed over or near the
airbag on the instrument panel, because any such
objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a
collision severe enough to cause the airbag to
inflate.

•

Do not put anything on or around the airbag
covers or attempt to open them manually. You may
damage the airbags and you could be injured
because the airbags may no longer be functional.
The protective covers for the airbag cushions are
designed to open only when the airbags are inflat­ing.

•

Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in
any way.

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WARNING! (Continued)

•

Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster
such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios,
etc.

Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain
(SABIC) — If Equipped

SABIC airbags may offer side-impact and vehicle rollover
protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in
addition to that provided by the body structure. Each
airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the
head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential
for side-impact head injuries. The curtains deploy down­ward, covering both windows on the impact side.

Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC)

NOTE:

•

Should a vehicle rollover occur, the pretensioners
and/or SABIC airbags on both sides of the vehicle
may deploy.

•

Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim;
but they will open during airbag deployment.

•

Being too close to the SABIC airbags during deploy­ment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.

The system includes side impact sensors adjacent to both
front and rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy
the SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag
occupant protection.

WARNING!

•

If your vehicle is equipped with left and right
Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain
(SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up
high enough to block the location of the SABIC.
The area where the SABIC is located should re­main free from any obstructions.

•

Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects
between you and the side airbags; the performance
could be adversely affected and/or objects could
be pushed into you, causing serious injury.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51

Knee Impact Bolsters

The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the
driver and the front passenger, and position front occu­pants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front
Airbags.

Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front
Airbags work with the knee bolsters to provide improved
protection for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags
also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection.

Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the
risk of harm from a deploying airbag:

Children 12 years old and under should always ride
buckled up in a rear seat.

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WARNING!

Infants in rear-facing child restraints should never
ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger
Advanced Front Airbag. An airbag 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 belt­positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use
child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should
ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow
children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under
their arm.

If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child
seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat
as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint.
(Refer to “Child Restraints”)

You should read the instructions provided with your
child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly.

All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder
belts properly.

The driver and front passenger seats should be moved
back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front
Airbags room to inflate.

Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle
has side airbags, and deployment occurs, the side airbags
will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the
door.

If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified
to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer
Center. Phone numbers are provided under ⬙If You Need
Assistance⬙.

WARNING!

•

Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more
severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work
with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In
some collisions, the airbags won’t deploy at all.
Always wear your seat belts even though you have
airbags.

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WARNING! (Continued)

•

Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument
panel during Advanced Front Airbag deployment
could cause serious injury, including death. Air­bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably
extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or
instrument panel.

•

Side airbags also need room to inflate. Do not lean
against the door or window. Sit upright in the
center of the seat.

Airbag 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 airbags in a frontal or side collision is required.
Based on the impact sensors signals, a central electronic

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ORC deploys the Advanced Front Airbags, SABIC air­bags — if equipped, and front seat belt pretensioners —
if equipped, as required, depending on the severity and
type of impact.

Advanced Front Airbags are designed to provide addi­tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in
certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and
type of collision. Advanced Front Airbags are not ex­pected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover
collisions.

The Advanced Front Airbags 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 Airbags may deploy in crashes with
little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe
initial deceleration.

The side airbags will not deploy in all side collisions. Side
airbag deployment will depend on the severity and type
of collision.

Because airbag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over
time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not
good indicators of whether or not an airbag should have
deployed.

Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all acci­dents, and also are needed to help keep you in position,
away from an inflating airbag.

The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of
the airbag system whenever the ignition switch is in the
START or ON/RUN position. If the key is in the OFF
position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the
airbag system is not on and the airbags will not inflate.

The ORC contains a backup power supply system that
may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or
it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.

Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag Warning

Light in the instrument panel for approxi-

mately four to eight seconds for a self-check

when the ignition is first turned on. After the
self-check, the Airbag Warning Light will turn off. If the
ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it
turns on the Airbag 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 instru­ment cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is
noted that could affect the airbag system. The diagnostics
also record the nature of the malfunction.

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WARNING!

Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru­ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to
protect you in a collision. If the light does not come
on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes
on as you drive, have an authorized dealer service the
airbag system immediately.

Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Airbag
Inflator Units

The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Airbag Infla­tor Units are located in the center of the steering wheel
and the right side of the instrument panel. When the
ORC detects a collision requiring the Advanced Front
Airbags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of
non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the Advanced Front
Airbags. Different airbag inflation rates are possible,
based on the collision type and severity. The steering

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wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the
instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the
airbags inflate to their full size. The airbags fully inflate in
about 50 to 70 milliseconds. This is about half of the time
it takes to blink your eyes. The airbags then quickly
deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front
passenger.

The Advanced Front Airbag gas is vented through the
vent holes in the sides of the airbag. In this way, the
airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.

Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain
(SABIC) Inflator Units — If Equipped

During collisions where the impact is confined to a
particular area of the side of the vehicle, the ORC may
deploy the SABIC airbags, 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 airbag. The inflating side curtain airbag pushes
the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and
covers the window. The airbag inflates in about 30 ms
(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 airbag inflates. This especially
applies to children. The side curtain airbag is only about
3-1/2 in (9 cm) thick when it is inflated.

Because airbag sensors estimate deceleration over time,
vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of
whether or not an airbag should have deployed.

NOTE: In a rollover the pretensioners and/or SABIC
airbags may deploy on both sides of the vehicle.

Front and Side Impact Sensors

In front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the
ORC in determining appropriate response to impact
events. Additional sensors in the ORC determine the
level of airbag deployment and provide verification.

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 follow­ing functions:

•

Cut off fuel to the engine.

•

Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or
until the ignition key is turned off.

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•

Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or until the ignition key is
removed.

•

Unlock the doors automatically.

If a Deployment Occurs

The front airbags are designed to deflate immediately
after deployment.

NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in all
collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with
the airbag system.

If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any
or all of the following may occur:

•

The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra­sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front
passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The
abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those
you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium

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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.

•

As the airbags deflate, you may see some smoke-like
particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the
process that generates the non-toxic gas used for
airbag 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
throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation
continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on
your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in­structions for cleaning.

Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have de­ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the
airbags will not be in place to protect you.

WARNING!

Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot
protect you in another collision. Have the airbags,
seat belt pretensioners, and the front seat belt retrac­tor assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer as
soon as possible. Also, have the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) system serviced as well.

Maintaining Your Airbag System

WARNING!

•

Modifications to any part of the airbag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You could
be injured if the airbag 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
airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system.

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WARNING! (Continued)

•

Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad­vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate
accidentally or may not function properly if modi­fications are made. Take your vehicle to an autho­rized dealer for any advanced airbag system ser­vice. If your seat, including 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 necessary to modify the
airbag system for persons with disabilities, contact
your authorized dealer.

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Airbag Warning Light

You will want to have the airbags ready to

inflate for your protection in a collision. The

airbag system is designed to be maintenance

free, if any of the following occurs, have an
authorized dealer service the airbag system immediately.

•

The Airbag Warning Light does not come on during
the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is
first turned to the ON/RUN position.

•

The Airbag Warning Light remains on after the four to
eight-second interval.

•

The Airbag 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 airbags may
not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly

check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label
located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the
proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the
fuse is good.

Event Data Recorder (EDR)

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in
certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will
assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per­formed. 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:

•

How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

•

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

•

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

•

How fast the vehicle was traveling.

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 per­sonal data (e.g. name, gender, age, and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforce­ment, 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

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such as law enforcement, that have the special equip­ment, can read the information if they have access to the
vehicle or the EDR.

Child Restraints

Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the
time, 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 and 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.

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WARNING!

In an 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.

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.

Infants and Child Restraints

Safety experts recommend that children ride

•

rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least
one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types
of child restraints can be used rearward-facing, infant
carriers and convertible child seats.

•

The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the
vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up
to about 20 lbs (9 kg). 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 weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are
less than one year old. Both types of child restraints are
held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the
LATCH child restraint anchorage system. Refer to
“Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”.

WARNING!

Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in
the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger
airbag unless the airbag is turned off. An airbag
deployment could cause severe injury or death to
infants in this position.

Older Children and Child Restraints

Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are
older than one year can ride forward-facing in the
vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child
seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children
who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older
than one year. These child seats are also held in the
vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child
restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower Anchors and
Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”.

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The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing
more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit
the vehicle’s seat belts 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 belt­positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the
lap/shoulder belt.

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.

•

Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.

•

The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug
as possible.

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•

Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.

•

If 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.

NOTE: For additional information, refer to
www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. Cana­dian residents, should refer to Transport Canada’s web­site for additional information. http://www.tc.gc.ca/
roadsafety/safedrivers/childsafety/index.htm

WARNING!

•

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 ex­actly when installing an infant or child restraint.

•

A rearward-facing child restraint should only be
used in a rear seat. A rearward-facing child re­straint in the front seat may be struck by a deploy­ing passenger airbag, which may cause severe or
fatal injury to the infant.

Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child
restraint:

•

Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it
has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety
Standards. Chrysler Group LLC 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.

•

The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s
weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for
weight and height limits.

•

Carefully follow the instructions that come with the
restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may
not work when you need it.

•

Buckle the child into the seat according to the child
restraint manufacturer’s directions.

•

When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the
vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle.

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Do not leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or
accident, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and
cause serious personal injury.

Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)

Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child
restraint anchorage system called LATCH. 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 avail­able. 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

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available 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
restraint in any vehicle.

All three rear-seating positions have lower anchorages
that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible
child seats. You should never install LATCH-compatible
child seats so that two seats share a common lower
anchorage. If installing child seats in adjacent rear­seating positions, or if your child restraints are not
LATCH-compatible, install the restraints using the vehi­cle’s seat belts.

LATCH Anchorages

Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
System

We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions
carefully 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 rear seat lower anchorages are round bars

located at the rear of the seat cushion where it

meets the seatback and are 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 seatback and seat cushion
surfaces.

In addition, there are tether strap anchorages

behind each rear seating position located in the

panel between the rear seatback and the rear

window. These tether strap anchorages are
under a plastic cover with this symbol on it.

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

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means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward­facing 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 hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages.
Next, attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top
of the seatcover material. Then rotate the tether anchor­age cover directly behind the seat where you are placing
the child restraint and attach the tether strap to the
anchorage, being careful to route the tether strap to
provide the most direct path between the anchor and the
child restraint. Finally, tighten all three straps as you
push the child restraint rearward and downward into the
seat, removing slack in the straps according to the child
restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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NOTE:

•

Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in
the strap.

•

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 and out of
reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child
restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt
behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through
the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. 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 should not be
played with, and never leave your child unattended 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 either an Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) or a cinching latch plate or both. Both types of seat
belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt
tight around the child restraint so that it is 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 retractor. For
additional information on ALR, refer to “Automatic
Locking Mode”.

To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat
belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the
belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate
into the buckle. Next, extract all the seat belt webbing out
of the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the
retractor. 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.

To attach a child restraint tether strap:

1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the
seat where you are placing the child restraint.

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Tether Strap Mounting

2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path
for the strap between the anchor and the child seat.

3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to
the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap
according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc­tions.

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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 positions directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.

Transporting Pets

Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
an accident.

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 drivetrain
(engine, transmission, clutch, and rear axle) in your new
vehicle.

Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). After
the initial 60 mi (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80
or 90 km/h) are desirable.

While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.

The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant
installed at the factory is high-quality and energy­conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be
consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under
which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom­mended viscosity and quality grades refer to “Mainte­nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.

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CAUTION!

Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil
in the engine or damage may result.

NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its

first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This
should be considered a normal part of the break-in and
not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.

SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers

NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.

WARNING!

•

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 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.

•

Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.

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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
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow these safety tips:

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.

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.

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.

The best protection against 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 com­plete 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.

Airbag 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
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho­rized dealer.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73

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 foot well 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.

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74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!

Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of
vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per­sonal injury.

•

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 inter­fering with the pedals or the ability to control the
vehicle.

•

Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on
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.

(Continued)

WARNING! (Continued)

•

Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Al­ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that
have been removed for cleaning.

•

Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the
driver foot well while the vehicle is moving.
Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal
and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle
control.

•

If required, mounting posts must be properly
installed, if not equipped from the factory.

Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or
mounting can cause interference with the brake
pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss
of control of the vehicle.

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
the Vehicle

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Door Latches

Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.

Tires

Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect the tread and sidewall for
cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Check the tires (including spare) for proper pressure.

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.

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
located and corrected immediately.

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

䡵 Mirrors .............................. 81

▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . 81

▫ Outside Mirrors ...................... 82

▫ Outside Mirrors Folding Feature .......... 82

▫ Power Mirrors ....................... 83

▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ............ 83

▫ Vanity Mirrors ....................... 83

▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors .............. 84

▫ “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of

Sun Visor ........................... 84

䡵 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped ........... 85

▫ Operation .......................... 87

▫ Phone Call Features ................... 95

▫ Uconnect™ Phone Features .............. 98

▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity ........... 103

▫ Things You Should Know About Your

Uconnect™ Phone .................... 105

▫ General Information .................. 113

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䡵 Voice Command — If Equipped ........... 113

䡵 Lights ............................. 127

▫ Voice Command System Operation ........ 113

▫ Commands ........................ 115

▫ Voice Training ...................... 118

䡵 Seats .............................. 118

▫ Power Seats ........................ 118

▫ Manual Front Seatback Recline ........... 120

▫ Lumbar Support ..................... 121

▫ Head Restraints ..................... 121

▫ Heated Seats ....................... 122

▫ Easy Entry Seats ..................... 124

▫ Folding Rear Seat .................... 124

䡵 To Open And Close The Hood ............ 126

▫ Headlights And Parking Lights .......... 127

▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ...... 128

▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With

Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 128

▫ Headlight Time Delay ................. 128

▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .... 129

▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 129

▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 129

▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 130

▫ Turn Signals ........................ 130

▫ Lane Change Assist ................... 131

▫ High/Low Beam Switch ............... 131

▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 131

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79

▫ To Deactivate ....................... 138

▫ Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights .... 132

▫ Interior Lights ...................... 133

䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 134

▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 134

▫ Mist Feature ........................ 135

▫ Windshield Washers .................. 135

▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With

Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 135

䡵 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......... 136

䡵 Electronic Speed Control ................ 137

▫ To Activate ......................... 138

▫ To Set A Desired Speed ................ 138

▫ To Resume Speed .................... 139

▫ To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 139

▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 140

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䡵 Overhead Console ..................... 141

▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights .............. 141

▫ Sunglasses Storage ................... 141

䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ........ 142

▫ Programming HomeLink威 .............. 143

▫ Gate Operator/Canadian Programming .... 146

▫ Using HomeLink威 ................... 147

▫ Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威

Button ............................ 147

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▫ Security ........................... 147

▫ Sunroof Maintenance ................. 152

▫ Troubleshooting Tips .................. 147

▫ General Information .................. 148

䡵 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............ 149

▫ Opening Sunroof — Partially ............ 150

▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ............ 150

▫ Closing Sunroof — Partially ............. 150

▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ............. 150

▫ Pinch Protect Feature ................. 151

▫ Pinch Protect Override ................ 151

▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ............. 151

▫ Sunshade Operation .................. 151

▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... 151

▫ Ignition Off Operation ................. 152

▫ Sunroof Fully Closed .................. 152

䡵 Electrical Power Outlets ................. 152

䡵 Cupholders .......................... 155

▫ Front Cupholders .................... 155

▫ Rear Cupholders ..................... 156

䡵 Console Features ...................... 156

▫ Sliding Center Console Armrest .......... 156

▫ Console Storage ..................... 157

䡵 Rear Window Features .................. 158

▫ Rear Window Defroster ................ 158

MIRRORS
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
next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the
dimming feature is activated.

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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.

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Outside Mirrors

To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight
overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.

NOTE: The passenger side convex outside mirror will
give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.

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 convex mirror could cause you to
collide with 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.

Outside Mirrors Folding Feature

The mirrors are equipped with a rotational hinge. The
mirrors have one detent (clockwise) towards the rear of
the vehicle and three detent’s (counterclockwise) towards
the front of the vehicle.

Folding Mirrors

Power Mirrors

The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door
trim panel, next to the power door lock switch. A rotary
knob selects the left mirror, right mirror or off position.

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After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same
direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off
position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror
position.

Power Mirror Control

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 further
information.

Vanity Mirrors

A vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. To use the
mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the
mirror cover upward.

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Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the
mirror cover upward. The light turns on automatically.
Close the mirror cover to turn off the light.

Illuminated Vanity Mirror

“Slide-On-Rod” and Extender Features of Sun
Visor

To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun visor, rotate
the sun visor downward and swing the sun visor so it is
parallel to the side window, grabbing the sun visor with
your left hand pull rearwards until the sun visor is in the
desired position. To use the extender feature of the sun
visor, grab the extender which is located at the rear of the
visor and pull rearward.

Slide-On-Rod Extender

Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED

Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in­vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ Phone al­lows you to dial a phone number with your cellular
phone using simple voice commands (e.g., ⬙Call” ѧ
“Mike” ѧ”Work⬙ or ⬙Dial” ѧ “248-555-1212⬙). Your cellular

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85

phone’s audio is transmitted through your vehicle’s
audio system; the system will automatically mute your
radio when using the Uconnect™ Phone.

NOTE: The Uconnect™ Phone requires a cellular phone
equipped with the Bluetooth威⬙Hands-Free Profile,⬙ Ve r -
sion 0.96 or higher. See the Uconnect™ website for
supported phones.

For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following
websites:

•

www.chrysler.com/uconnect

•

www.dodge.com/uconnect

•

www.jeep.com/uconnect

•

or call 1–877–855–8400

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Uconnect™ Phone allows you to transfer calls between
the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit
your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s
microphone for private conversation.

The Uconnect™ Phone is driven through your
Bluetooth威 “Hands-Free Profile” cellular phone.
Uconnect™ features Bluetooth威 technology - the global
standard that enables different electronic devices to con­nect to each other without wires or a docking station, so
Uconnect™ Phone works no matter where you stow your
cellular phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as
long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to
the vehicle’s Uconnect™ Phone. The Uconnect™ Phone
allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to the
system. Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be
used with the system at a time. The system is available in
English, Spanish, or French languages.

WARNING!

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

Uconnect™ Phone Button

Depending on the vehicle options, either the
radio or the mirror will contain the two control
buttons

able you to access the system.

Voice Command Button

Actual button location may vary with the ra­dio. The individual buttons are described in the
“Operation” section.

(Uconnect™ Phone button) and

(Voice Command button) that will en-

The Uconnect™ Phone can be used with any Hands-Free
Profile certified Bluetooth威 cellular phone. See the
Uconnect™ website for supported phones. If your cellu­lar phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset
Profile) you may not be able to use any Uconnect™
Phone features. Refer to your cellular service provider or
the phone manufacturer for details.

The Uconnect™ Phone is fully integrated with the vehi­cle’s audio system. The volume of the Uconnect™ Phone
can be adjusted either from the radio volume control
knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right
switch), if so equipped.

The radio display will be used for visual prompts from
the Uconnect™ Phone such as ⬙CELL⬙ or caller ID on
certain radios.

Operation

Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™
Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone

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menu structure. Voice commands are required after most
Uconnect™ Phone prompts. You will be prompted for a
specific command and then guided through the available
options.

•

Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for
the beep, which follows the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt or another
prompt.

•

For certain operations, compound commands can be
used. For example, instead of saying ⬙Setup⬙ and then
⬙Phone Pairing,⬙ the following compound command
can be said: ⬙Setup Phone Pairing.⬙

•

For each feature explanation in this section, only the
combined form of the voice command is given. You
can also break the commands into parts and say each
part of the command when you are asked for it. For
example, you can use the combined form voice com­mand ⬙Phonebook New Entry,⬙ or you can break the
combined form command into two voice commands:

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⬙Phonebook⬙ and ⬙New Entry.⬙ Please remember, the
Uconnect™ Phone works best when you talk in a
normal conversational tone, as if speaking to someone
sitting a few feet/meters away from you.

Voice Command Tree

Refer to “Voice Tree” in this section.

Help Command

If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to
know your options at any prompt, say ⬙Help⬙ following
the beep. The Uconnect™ Phone will play all the options
at any prompt if you ask for help.

To activate the Uconnect™ Phone from idle, simply press
the

button and follow the audible prompts for

directions. All Uconnect™ Phone sessions begin with a
press of the

button on the radio control head.

Cancel Command

At any prompt, after the beep, you can say ⬙Cancel⬙ and
you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a
few instances the system will take you back to the
previous menu.

Pair (Link) Uconnect™ Phone to a Cellular Phone

To begin using your Uconnect™ Phone, you must pair
your compatible Bluetooth威 enabled cellular phone.

To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer­ence your cellular phone Owner’s Manual. The
Uconnect™ website may also provide detailed instruc­tions for pairing.

The following are general phone to Uconnect™ Phone
pairing instructions:

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Setup Phone Pairing.⬙

•

When prompted, after the beep, say ⬙Pair a Phone⬙ and
follow the audible prompts.

•

You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi­fication Number (PIN), which you will later need to
enter into your cellular phone. You can enter any
four-digit PIN. You will not need to remember this PIN
after the initial pairing process.

•

For identification purposes, you will be prompted to
give the Uconnect™ Phone a name for your cellular
phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be
given a unique phone name.

•

You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a
priority level between one and seven, with one being
the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular
phones to your Uconnect™ Phone. However, at any
given time, only one cellular phone can be in use,
connected to your Uconnect™ Phone. The priority
allows the Uconnect™ Phone to know which cellular

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phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the
vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three
and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the
Uconnect™ Phone will use the priority three cellular
phone when you make a call. You can select to use a
lower priority cellular phone at any time (refer to
⬙Advanced Phone Connectivity⬙ in this section).

Dial by Saying a Number

Press the button to begin.

•

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Dial.⬙

•

The system will prompt you to say the number you
want to call.

•

For example, you can say ⬙234-567-8901⬙.

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•

The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the phone number
and then dial. The number will appear in the display
of certain radios.

•

The Uconnect™ system will confirm the name and
then dial the corresponding phone number, which
may appear in the display of certain radios.

Call by Saying a Name

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
“Call.⬙

•

The system will prompt you to say the name of the
person you want to call.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
the name of the person you want to call. For example,
you can say ⬙John Doe,⬙ where John Doe is a previ­ously stored name entry in the Uconnect™ phonebook
or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a
name in the phonebook, refer to ⬙Add Names to Your
Uconnect™ Phonebook,⬙ in the phonebook.

Add Names to Your Uconnect™ Phonebook

NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is

recommended when the vehicle is not in motion.

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Phonebook New Entry.⬙

•

When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use of
long names helps the Voice Command and it is recom­mended. For example, say ⬙Robert Smith⬙ or ⬙Robert⬙
instead of ⬙Bob.⬙

•

When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g.,
⬙Home,⬙⬙Work,⬙⬙Mobile,⬙ or ⬙Pager⬙). This will allow
you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook
entry, if desired.

•

When prompted, recite the phone number for the
phonebook entry that you are adding.

After you are finished adding an entry into the phone­book, you will be given the opportunity to add more
phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the
main menu.

The Uconnect™ Phone will allow you to enter up to 32
names in the phonebook with each name having up to
four associated phone numbers and designations. Each
language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible
only in that language. In addition, if equipped and
supported by your phone, Uconnect™ Phone automati­cally downloads your cellular phone’s phonebook.

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Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook
Transfer From Cellular Phone

If equipped and specifically supported by your phone,
Uconnect™ Phone automatically downloads names (text
names) and number entries from the cellular phone’s
phonebook. Specific Bluetooth威 Phones with Phone Book
Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect™
website for supported phones.

•

To call a name from downloaded (or Uconnect™)
Phonebook, follow the procedure in “Call by Saying a
Name” section.

•

Automatic download and update, if supported, begins
as soon as the Bluetooth威 wireless phone connection is
made to the Uconnect™ Phone, for example, after you
start the vehicle.

•

A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down­loaded and updated every time a phone is connected
to the Uconnect™ Phone.

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•

Depending on the maximum number of entries down­loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest
downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail­able, the previous downloaded phonebook is available
for use.

•

Only the phonebook of the currently connected cellu­lar phone is accessible.

•

Only the cellular phone’s phonebook is downloaded.
SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone­book.

•

This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or
deleted on the Uconnect™ Phone. These can only be
edited on the cellular phone. The changes are trans­ferred and updated to Uconnect™ Phone on the next
phone connection.

Phonebook Download — Single Entry

If equipped and supported by your phone, Uconnect™
Phone allows the user to download entries from their
phone via Bluetooth威. To use this feature, press the

button and say “Phonebook Download.” The system
prompts, “Ready to accept “V” card entry via
Bluetooth威…” The system is now ready to accept phone­book entries from your phone using the Bluetooth威
Object Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone
Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to send
these entries from your phone.

NOTE:

•

The phone handset must support Bluetooth威 OBEX
transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature.

•

Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they
are already connected to any system via Bluetooth威,
and you may see a message on the phone display that
the Bluetooth威 link is busy. In this case, the user must

first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth威 connection to
the Uconnect™ Phone, and then send the address
book entry via Bluetooth威. Please see your phone
Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to
drop the Bluetooth威 connection.

•

If the phonebook entry is longer than 24 characters, it
will only use the first 24 characters.

Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries

NOTE:

•

Editing names in the phonebook is recommended
when the vehicle is not in motion.

•

Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be
deleted or edited.

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Phonebook Edit.⬙

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•

You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook
entry that you wish to edit.

•

Next, choose the number designation (home, work,
cellular, or pager) that you wish to edit.

•

When prompted, recite the new phone number for the
phonebook entry that you are editing.

After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook,
you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in
the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return
to the main menu.

⬙Phonebook Edit⬙ can be used to add another phone
number to a name entry that already exists in the
phonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have a
cellular and a home number, but you can add ”John
Doe’s” work number later using the ⬙Phonebook Edit⬙
feature.

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Delete Uconnect™ Phonebook Entry

NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended

when the vehicle is not in motion.

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Phonebook Delete.⬙

•

After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will
then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish
to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook
entry that you wish to delete or you can say ⬙List
Names⬙ to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook
from which you choose. To select one of the entries
from the list, press the

button while the

Uconnect™ Phone is playing the desired entry and say
⬙Delete.⬙

•

After you enter the name, the Uconnect™ Phone will
ask you which designation you wish to delete: home,
work, cellular, pager, or all. Say the designation you
wish to delete.

•

Note that only the phonebook entry in the current
language is deleted.

•

Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be
deleted or edited.

Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries

Press the button to begin.

•

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Phonebook Erase All.⬙

•

The Uconnect™ Phone will ask you to verify that you
wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook.

•

After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be
deleted.

•

Note that only the phonebook in the current language
is deleted.

•

Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be
deleted or edited.

List All Names in the Uconnect™ Phonebook

Press the button to begin.

•

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Phonebook List Names.⬙

•

The Uconnect™ Phone will play the names of all the
phonebook entries, including the downloaded phone­book entries, if available.

•

To call one of the names in the list, press the
button during the playing of the desired name, and

say ⬙Call.⬙

NOTE: The user can also exercise ⬙Edit⬙ or ⬙Delete⬙
operations at this point.

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•

The Uconnect™ Phone will then prompt you as to the
number designation you wish to call.

•

The selected number will be dialed.

Phone Call Features

The following features can be accessed through the
Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your
cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service
plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be
accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone. Check with
your cellular service provider for the features that you
have.

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - No Call
Currently in Progress

When you receive a call on your cellular phone, the
Uconnect™ Phone will interrupt the vehicle audio sys­tem, if on, and will ask if you would like to answer the
call. Press the

button to accept the call. To reject the

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call, press and hold the button until you hear a
single beep, indicating that the incoming call was

rejected.

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call
Currently in Progress

If a call is currently in progress and you have another
incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for
call waiting that you normally hear when using your
cellular phone. Press the

button to place the current

call on hold and answer the incoming call.

by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to
call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is
in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to ⬙Toggling
Between Calls⬙ in this section. To combine two calls, refer
to ⬙Conference Call⬙ in this section.

Place/Retrieve a Call From Hold

To put a call on hold, press the button until you hear
a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. To

bring the call back from hold, press and hold the
button until you hear a single beep.

NOTE: The Uconnect™ Phone compatible phones in the
market today do not support rejecting an incoming call
when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can
only answer an incoming call or ignore it.

Making a Second Call While Current Call is in
Progress

To make a second call while you are currently on a call,
press the button and say ⬙Dial⬙ or ⬙Call⬙ followed

Toggling Between Calls

If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold),
press the

button until you hear a single beep,

indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls
have switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at a
time.

Conference Call

When two calls are in progress (one active and one on
hold), press and hold the

double beep indicating that the two calls have been
joined into one conference call.

Three-Way Calling

To initiate three-way calling, press the button
while a call is in progress, and make a second phone call,

as described under ⬙Making a Second Call While Current
Call is in Progress.⬙ After the second call has established,
press and hold the

beep, indicating that the two calls have been joined into
one conference call.

Call Termination

To end a call in progress, momentarily press the
button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if

button until you hear a double

button until you hear a

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there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call.
If the active call is terminated by the phone far end, a call
on hold may not become active automatically. This is cell
phone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press
and hold the

Redial

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Redial.⬙

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The Uconnect™ Phone will call the last number that
was dialed from your cellular phone.

NOTE: This may not be the last number dialed from the
Uconnect™ Phone.

button until you hear a single beep.

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Call Continuation

Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the
Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been
switched to OFF. Call continuation functionality avail­able on the vehicle can be any one of three types:

•

After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can
continue on the Uconnect™ Phone either until the call
ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates
cessation of the call on the Uconnect™ Phone and
transfer of the call to the cellular phone.

•

After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can
continue on the Uconnect™ Phone for a certain dura­tion, after which the call is automatically transferred
from the Uconnect™ Phone to the cellular phone.

•

An active call is automatically transferred to the
cellular phone after the ignition key is switched to
OFF.

Uconnect™ Phone Features

Language Selection

To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is
using:

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
the name of the language you wish to switch to
English, Espanol, or Francais.

•

Continue to follow the system prompts to complete
the language selection.

After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and
voice commands will be in that language.

NOTE: After every Uconnect™ Phone language change
operation, only the language-specific 32-name phone­book is usable. The paired phone name is not language­specific and usable across all languages.