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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................. 79 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL .................................. 163 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................ 249 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...........................................
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INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Introduction ........................... 4 Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6 How To Use This Manual .................. 4 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7 Warnings And Cautions ................... 6
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4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction. essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left front corner of the instrument panel. The VIN is visible
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INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ................. 12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ........ 17 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ............ 12 ▫ Rearming Of The System ................ 17 ▫Key FOB ........................... 13 ▫ To Arm The System ................... 17 ▫ Removing Key FOB From Ignition ......... 13 ▫ To Disarm The System ................. 17 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 14 Illuminated Entry — If Equipped ...
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 21 Trunk Lock And Release ................. 36 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...... 21 Trunk Safety Warning ................... 37 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement .......... 21 ▫ Trunk Emergency Release ............... 37 ▫ General Information ................... 22 Occupant Restraints ..................... 37 Remote Starting System — If Equipped ....... 23 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ............
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - ▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 74 Airbags ............................ 49 ▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 75 ▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 55 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The 2 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 62 Vehicle ............................. 76 ▫ Child Restraints ...................... 64 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehi
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS 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 posi- tions are LOCK, ACC, and ON. The START position is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When re- leased from the START position, the switch automatically returns to the ON position. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operat
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 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. 2 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 park- ing. To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical lat
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14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a power outlets will remain active for 10 minutes after number of reasons. A child or others could be seri- the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. ously or fatally injured. Do
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it when the Key Fob is placed in the LOCK or ACC ignition indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. This position. condition will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. 2 SENTRY KEY If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho- vehicle operation (vehicle ru
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16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Replacement Keys Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the is one that has never been programmed. vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. NOTE: When having the Sentry
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 • This device must accept any interference that may be To Arm the System received, including interference that may cause undes- Remove the key from the ignition switch and either press ired operation. a power door LOCK switch while the driver or passenger door is open or press the LOCK button on the Remote 2 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. After the last door is The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle do
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18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this • The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery Security Alarm. becomes disconnected the Vehicle Security Alarm will • The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The trunk entry. Pr
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds transmitters will continue to work. Driving at speeds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables all RKE transmitter switch is turned ON from the LOCK position. buttons for all RKE transmitters. 2 NOTE: None of the courtesy lights will operate if the dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme downward position), unless the overhead map/r
