Panasonic CA 170 CTPLHS Users Manual

Draft Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC .......3

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

DRIVERCOCKPIT ...............6

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...........8

GETTING STARTED

VEHICLE USER GUIDE (U.S. MARKET ONL Y)

.........................10

KEYFOB ...................11

REMOTESTART ...............14

TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE .......15

KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE

ENTRY ..................... 16

KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — IGNITION . . . 18

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ........19

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....20

HEAD RESTRAINTS .............49

SEATING ....................51

HEA TED STEERING WHEEL ........60

TIL T/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN

.........................61

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE BREAK-IN

RECOMMENDA TIONS ............63

TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAM

LEVER .....................67

HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............68

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ......69

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ....72

LANESENSE .................78

PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA . . . 79

PARKSENSE REAR P ARK ASSIST ..... 80

BLIND SPOT MONITORING .........80

EIGHT -SPEED AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION ...............82

AUTOSTICK/STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED

PADDLE SHIFTERS ..............84

SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE

CONTROL ...................86

MANUAL CLIMA TE CONTROLS ....... 87

AUTOMA TIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (A TC)

.........................89

POWER SUNROOF ..............91

WIND BUFFETING ..............92

ELECTRONICS

YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM .... 94

CYBERSECURITY ...............95

IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO .........96

SIRIUSXM GUARDIAN ............98

UCONNECT 5.0 ...............107

UCONNECT 5.0 VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK

TIPS .....................111

UCONNECT 8.4/8.4 NAV ..........117

UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK

TIPS .....................136

UCONNECT PHONE ............148

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . 156

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ....156

PROGRAMMABLE FEA TURES .......161

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER . . 162

POWEROUTLET .............. 164

UTILITY

TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM

TRAILERWEIGHTRATINGS) .......167

RECREA TIONAL TOWING (BEHIND

MOTORHOME,ETC.) ............168

SRT

DRIVE MODES ................169

SRT PERFORMANCE FEATURES .....170

SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES ....174

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ..........175

WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS . . . 175

IFYOURENGINEOVERHEATS ......182

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .....183

TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED . . . 189

BA TTERY LOCATION ............ 195

JUMP-STAR TING PROCEDURES .....195

MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED

TRANSMISSION .............. 198

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .....199

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .......200

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM

(EARS) ....................201

EVENT DA TA RECORDER (EDR) .....201

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

OPENING THE HOOD ...........202

ENGINECOMPARTMENT—3.6L ....204

ENGINECOMPARTMENT—5.7L ....206

ENGINE COMPAR TMENT — 6.2L

SUPERCHARGED ..............208

ENGINECOMPARTMENT—6.4L ....210

FLUID CAPACITIES — NON-SR T .....212

FLUID CAPACITIES — SR T ........ 212

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PAR TS

—NON-SRT .................213

SRT FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE

PARTS ....................215

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ......216

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE —

NON-SRT ...................216

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — SRT . . . 224

FUSES ....................231

TIRE SAFETY INFORMA TION .......236

TIRES — GENERAL INFORMA TION . . . 242 DEPAR TMENT OF TRANSPOR TATION

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....245

FUEL DOOR RELEASE ..........246

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONL Y) — IF

EQUIPPED .................248

REPLACEMENT BULBS ..........248

CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

FCA US LLC CUSTOMER CENTER ....250

FCA CANADA INC. CUSTOMER CENTER

........................250

ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMP AIRED

........................250

PUBLICA TIONS ORDERING ........250

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE

UNITEDSTATES ..............251

MOPAR® ACCESSORIES

AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR . 252

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQ’s ..................... 253

INDEX

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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC

Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC (“FCA US”) vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.

Your new FCA US vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for attentive driving. They can never take the driver's place. Always drive carefully.

Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Never text while driving or take your eyes, more than momentarily, off the road.

This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide 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 guide that are not available on this vehicle. FCA US 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.

This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will need to operate and maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.

The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed Owner's information which can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer. The multimedia DVD also includes videos which can be played on any standard DVD player (including the Uconnect T ouchscreen Radios if equipped with DVD player capabilities). Additional DVD operational information is located on the back of the DVD sleeve.

For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD in the owner’s kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the information

contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference.

FCA US is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources. By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen the stress on our environment.

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA

With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution (excluding legal lines).

WARNING!

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

• 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.

• 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.

• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

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

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

USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)

The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless Enter-N-Go and Remote Start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your wireless features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer.

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

parts, and cares about your

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

DRIVER COCKPIT

1. Driver Memory Seat pg. 52

2. Headlight Switch pg. 68

3. Paddle Shifters pg. 84

4. Instrument Cluster pg. 8

5. Instrument Cluster Display pg. 156

6. Engine Start/Stop Button pg. 18

7. Identify Your Radio pg. 96

8. Glove/Storage Compartment

9. Switch Panel

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) pg. 178

• Hazard Switch

• Manual Audio Controls

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

10. Climate Controls pg. 87

11. Power Outlet pg. 164

12. Gear Selector pg. 82

13. Speed Control pg. 69

14. Instrument Cluster Display Controls pg. 161

15. Emergency Brake Pedal

16. Power Door Lock Switches

17. Power Window Switches

18. Power Mirrors Switch

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

1. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

2. Tachometer

3. Instrument Cluster Display

(See page 175 for Instrument Cluster Warning Lights information.)

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

4. Gear Selector Position

5. Speedometer

6. Fuel Filler Location/Fuel Gauge

(See page 0 for Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights information.)

GETTING STARTED

VEHICLE USER GUIDE (U.S. MARKET ONLY)

Access your Owner’s Information – right through your Uconnect 8.4 or 8.4 NA V touchscreen radio — If Equipped (See page 96 for Identifying your radio).

T o access the V ehicle User Guide on your Uconnect Touchscreen: Press the Uconnect

Apps button, then press the Vehicle User Guide icon on your touchscreen.

NOTE:

Vehicle User Guide features are not available while the vehicle is moving. If you try to access while the vehicle is in motion, the system will display: Feature not available while the vehicle is in motion.

Pre-Installed Features

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Your User Guide — Updated in real-time•Available when and where you need it

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T ouchscreen convenience

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Maintenance schedules and information

•

Comprehensive icon & symbol glossary

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Customizable interface

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Multilingual

Vehicle User Guide Home Screen

Once you launch your Vehicle User Guide, you will be able to explore your warranty information and radio manual when and where you need them. Your Uconnect radio will display the Vehicle User Guide on your touchscreen radio to assist in better understanding your vehicle. There’s no app to download, no phone to connect and no external device needed for playback. Plus, it’s updated throughout the year, in real-time, so it never goes out of date.

GETTING STARTED

Features/Benefits

• Pre-installed on your Uconnect touchscreen radio

• Enhanced search and browsing capability

• Robust NAV application — If Equipped

• Add selected topics to a fast-access Favorites category

• Icon and symbol glossary

• W arranty information

• Crucial driver information and assistance:

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Operating Instructions

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Warranty Information

•

Fluid Level Standards

Tip: When viewing a topic, tap the star icon to add it to your Favorites, for easy access in the future.

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Maintenance Schedules

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Emergency Procedures

•

911 Contact and More

Enhanced Search And Browsing Capability

Icon And Symbol Glossary

KEY FOB

Description Of Key Fob

The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key fob 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/unlocking the storage compartment. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking.

T o remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.

Base Key Fob

GETTING STARTED

SRT 392 Key Fob

1 — Trunk 2 — Unlock 3 — Lock 4 — Remote Start 5 — Panic Alarm 6 — Emergency Key

SRT Hellcat Key Fob

NOTE: SRT vehicles equipped with the 6.2L Su-

percharged engine come with three key fobs (two red and one black) that allow for different engine power levels. Please refer to the "Drive Modes" in “SR T” section in this guide for further descriptions.

Base Key Fob

SRT 392 Key Fob

1 — Trunk 2 — Unlock 3 — Lock 4 — Remote Start 5 — Panic Alarm 6 — Emergency Key

GETTING STARTED

Locking And Unlocking The Doors

Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash, and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.

Push and release the unlock the key fob once to unlock the driver's door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on.

1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks

This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver's door or all doors on the first push of the unlock button on the key fob. To change the current setting, refer to your “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Y our Instrument Panel” in your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information.

Opening The Trunk

Push the Trunk Release button on the key fob two times within five seconds to open the trunk.

button on

SRT Hellcat Key Fob

1 — Trunk 2 — Unlock 3 — Lock 4 — Remote Start 5 — Panic Alarm 6 — Emergency Key

Panic Alarm

1. Push the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.

2. W ait approximately three seconds and push the button a second time to turn the panic alarm off.

Emergency Key

Should the battery in the vehicle or the key fob go dead, there is an emergency key located in the key fob that can be used for locking and unlocking the doors. To remove the emergency key, slide the button at the top of the key fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.

GETTING STARTED

Emergency Key

WARNING!

• When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the keyless ignition node is in the "OFF" mode, remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be severely injured or killed. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the transmission gear selector. Do not leave the key fob inside the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ON/RUN mode. A child could start the vehicle, 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 them to be severely injured or killed.

• Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death.

REMOTE START

Push the Remote Start button on the key fob twice within five seconds. Pushing the Remote Start button a third time shuts the engine off.

T o drive the vehicle, push the unlock button and cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position.

With Remote Start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position.

The vehicle must be cycled to the ON/RUN position after two consecutive timeouts.

GETTING STARTED

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 you or others to be severely injured or killed when inhaled.

• Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause you and others to be severely injured or killed.

TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE

The trunk lid can be released from inside the vehicle by pushing the trunk release button located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.

NOTE:

The transmission must be in PARK before the button will operate.

• The trunk lid can be released from outside the vehicle by pushing the trunk button on the key fob twice within five seconds.

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

• Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” in “Things To Know Before Starting” in your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information on trunk operation with the Passive Entry feature.

Trunk Emergency Release

As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism.

GETTING STARTED

Internal Emergency Trunk Release

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.

KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY

Introduction To Keyless Enter-N-Go

The Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle’ s key fob. This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) and trunk without having to push the key fob lock or unlock buttons as well as starting and stopping the vehicle with the push of a button.

To Unlock From The Driver Or Passenger Side

GETTING STARTED

With a valid key fob located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger side door handle, lift either front door handle to unlock the door automatically.

To Lock The Vehicle

Both front door handles have buttons located on the outside of the handle. With one of the vehicle's key fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver's or passenger front door handle, push the door handle button to lock all four doors and trunk.

Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the lock button. This could unlock the door(s).

Lift The Door Handle To Unlock

Push The Door Handle Passive Entry Button

To Lock

NOTE:

• If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed, all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front driver's door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and “Unlock All Doors 1st Press,” refer to the “Uconnect Settings” in your vehicle's Owner's Manual on the DVD or “Programmable Features” for further information.

• If a key fob is detected in the vehicle when locking the vehicle using the power door lock switch, the doors will unlock and the horn will chirp three times. On the third attempt, your key fob can be locked inside the vehicle.

• After pushing the button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the vehicle using the door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.

• If a Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry door handle has not been used for 72 hours, the Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry feature for that handle may time out. Pulling the deactivated front door handle will reactivate the door handle's Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry feature.

Do NOT Grab The Handle When Locking

GETTING STARTED

To Enter The Trunk

With a valid key fob located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the trunk, push the button on the right side of applique which is located on the trunk.

Whenever the vehicle is unlocked, you can enter the trunk by pushing the buttonon the right side of the applique.

NOTE:

Please refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” in “Things To Know Before Starting” in your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information.

KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO —

Trunk Passive Entry Button

IGNITION

Starting

1. Place the gear selector in PARK or NEUTRAL.

2. While pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once. If the engine fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after 10 seconds.

3. To stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, push the button again.

Stopping

1. Place the gear selector in P ARK.

2. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position.

If the gear selector is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine will shut off.

Engine START/STOP Button

GETTING STARTED

NOTE:

If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the OFF position.

Accessory Positions With Engine Off

NOTE:

The following functions are with the driver’ s foot off of the Brake Pedal (transmission in PARK).

Beginning With The Ignition Switch In The OFF Position:

1. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to cycle the ignition to the ACC position.

2. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position.

3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition to the OFF position.

NOTE:

If the ignition is left in the ACC or ON/RUN (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 minutes of inactivity, and the ignition is returned to the OFF position.

Ignition Positions

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM

The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the ignition for unauthorized operation. While the vehicle security alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and trunk 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 park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the vehicle security light in the instrument cluster will flash.

To Arm

Push the Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition button until the instrument cluster display indicates that the vehicle ignition is “OFF.” Push the power door lock switch while the door is open, push the key fob lock button, or with one of the key fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver's and passenger front door handles, push the passive entry lock button located on the door handle.

GETTING STARTED

NOTE:

After pushing the passive entry lock button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the vehicle via the door handle.

To Disarm

Push the key fob unlock button or with one of the key fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver's and passenger front door handles, grab the Keyless Enter-N-Go door handle and enter the vehicle, then push the Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition button (requires at least one valid key fob in the vehicle).

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

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

Occupant Restraint Systems Features

• Seat Belt Systems

• Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags

• Child Restraints

Some of the safety features described in this section may be standard equipment on some models, or may be optional equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask your authorized dealer.

Important Safety Precautions

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.

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

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

2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing child restraint) 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”).

3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly (refer to "Child Restraints") should be secured in a vehicle with a rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat.

4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.

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

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

GETTING STARTED

7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front air bags room to inflate.

8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between occupants and the door and occupants could be injured.

9. If the air bag 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 Consumer Assistance” in your Owner’s Manual on the DVD.

WARNING!

• Never place a rear -facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear-facing child restraint.

• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.

Seat Belt Systems

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and could cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your own street.

Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility 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.

Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)

Driver and Passenger BeltAlert (If Equipped)

BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) to buckle their seat belts. The Belt Alert feature is active whenever the ignition switch is in the ST ART or ON/RUN position.

Initial Indication

If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in the START or ON/RUN position, a chime will signal for a few seconds. If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in the START or ON/RUN position the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both outboard front seat belts are buckled. The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when an outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied.

BeltAlert Warning Sequence

GETTING STARTED

The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the vehicle is moving above a specified vehicle speed range and the driver or outboard front seat passenger is unbuckled (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) (the outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied). The BeltAlert warning sequence starts by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime. Once the BeltAlert warning sequence has completed, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will remain on until the seat belts are buckled. The BeltAlert warning sequence may repeat based on vehicle speed until the driver and occupied outboard front seat passenger seat belts are buckled. The driver should instruct all occupants to buckle their seat belts.

Change Of Status

If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling, the BeltAlert warning sequence will begin until the seat belts are buckled again.

The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or other items are placed on the outboard front passenger seat or when the seat is folded flat (if equipped). It is recommended that pets be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped) in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts, and cargo is properly stowed.

BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your authorized dealer. FCA US LLC does not recommend deactivating BeltAlert.

NOTE:

If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until the driver and outboard front seat passenger seat belts are buckled.

Lap/Shoulder Belts

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

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

GETTING STARTED

WARNING!

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

• In a collision, 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.

• It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.

• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. Occupants, including the driver , should always wear their seat belts whether or not an air bag is also provided at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash.

• Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the seat belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too.

• T wo people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.

• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug.

• A twisted seat belt may not protect you properly. In a collision, it could even cut into you. Be sure the seat belt is flat against your body, without twists. If you can’t straighten a seat belt in your vehicle, take it to your authorized dealer immediately and have it fixed.

• A seat 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 seat belt into the buckle nearest you.

• A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you properly . In a sudden stop, you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.

• A seat belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Y our body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A seat belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. W ear the seat 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 a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together.

• A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the seat belt system periodically , checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the seat belt system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision.

GETTING STARTED

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat.

2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles equipped with a rear seat). Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go around your lap.

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

4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. T o loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision.

5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt.

6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully.

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 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the seat 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 and the seat belt is no longer twisted.

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

In the driver and front passenger seats, the top of the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the seat belt away from your neck. Push or squeeze the anchorage button to release the anchorage, and move it up or down to the position that serves you best.

Pulling Out The Latch Plate

1 — Seat Belt Latch Plate 2 — Seat Belt Buckle

GETTING STARTED

As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer the shoulder belt anchorage in a lower position, and if you are taller than average, you will prefer the shoulder belt anchorage in a higher position. After you release the anchorage button, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position.

NOTE:

The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing the release button. To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched, pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position.

• Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt.

• Misadjustment of the seat belt could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.

Adjustable Anchorage

WARNING!

Seat Belt Extender

If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even when the webbing is fully extended and the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest position, your authorized dealer can provide you with a Seat Belt Extender. The Seat Belt Extender should be used only if the existing seat belt is not long enough. When the Seat Belt Extender is not required for a different occupant, it must be removed.

WARNING!

• ONL Y use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically required in order to properly fit the original seat belt system. DO NOT USE the Seat Belt Extender if, when worn, the distance between the front edge of the Seat Belt Extender buckle and the center of the occupant’s body is LESS than 6 inches.

• Using a Seat Belt Extender when not needed can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision. Only use the Seat Belt Extender when the lap belt is not long enough and only use in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the Seat Belt Extender when not needed.

GETTING STARTED

Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

Seat belts must be worn by all occupants including pregnant women: the risk of injury in the event of an accident is reduced for the mother and the unborn child if they are wearing a seat belt.

Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and across the strong bones of the hips. Place the shoulder belt across the chest and away from the neck. Never place the shoulder belt behind the back or under the arm.

Seat Belt Pretensioner

The front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by removing slack from the seat belt early in a collision. 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 air bags, the pretensioners are single use items. A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately .

Energy Management Feature

This vehicle has a seat belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front seating positions that may help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a collision. The seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a controlled manner.

Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR)

The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) which is used to secure a child restraint system. For additional information, refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child Restraints” section of this manual. The table below defines the type of feature for each seating position.

Pregnant Women And Seat Belts

GETTING STARTED

If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the ALR. If the ALR is activated, you will hear a clicking sound as the seat belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a "click."

In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The seat belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child restraint is installed in a seating position that has a seat belt with this feature. Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in a vehicle with a rear seat.

• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.

Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Locations

WARNING!

How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode

1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.

2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire seat belt is extracted.

3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat 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.

GETTING STARTED

WARNING!

• The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the switchable 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 seat belt assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.

• Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to restrain occupants who are wearing the seat belt or children who are using booster seats. The locked mode is only used to install rear -facingor forward-facing child restraints that have a harness for restraining the child.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

Some of the safety features described in this section may be standard equipment on some models, or may be optional equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask your authorized dealer.

The air bag system must be ready to protect you in a collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with the electrical Air Bag System Components. Your vehicle may be equipped with the following Air Bag System Components:

Air Bag System Components

Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components:

• Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

• Air Bag Warning Light

• Steering Wheel and Column

• Instrument Panel

• Knee Impact Bolsters

• Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags

• Supplemental Side Air Bags

• Supplemental Knee Air Bags

• Front and Side Impact Sensors

• Seat Belt Pretensioners

• Seat Track Position Sensors

• Seat Belt Buckle Switch

Air Bag Warning Light

The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the STAR T or ON/RUN position. If the ignition switch is in the OFF position or in the ACC position, the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate.

GETTING STARTED

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

The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition switch is first in the ON/RUN position. After the self-check, the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off. If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound to alert you if the light comes on again after initial startup.

The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is detected that could affect the air bag system. The diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction. While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately .

• The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is first in the ON/RUN position.

• The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to eight-second interval.

• The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving.

NOTE:

If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. In this condition the air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately.

WARNING!

Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the air bag system to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately.

Redundant Air Bag Warning Light

If a fault with the Air Bag Warning Light is detected, which could affect the Supplemental Restraint System (“SRS”), the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light will illuminate on the instrument panel. The Redundant Air Bag Warning Light will stay on until the fault is cleared. In addition, a single chime will sound to alert you that the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light has come on and a fault has been detected. If the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving have an authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately .

For additional information regarding the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light, refer to “Warning/Indicator Lights and Messages” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owner’s Manual on the DVD.

GETTING STARTED

Front Air Bags

This vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulder belts for both the driver and front passenger. The front air bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver front air bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger front air bag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG” are embossed on the air bag covers.

Front Air Bag Locations

1 — Driver And Passenger Front Air Bags 2 — Passenger Knee Impact Bolster/ Supplemental Passenger Knee Air Bag 3 — Driver Knee Impact Bolster/ Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag

WARNING!

• Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during front air bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel.

• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.

Driver and Passenger Front Air Bag Features

The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags. 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 (if equipped) or other system components.

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