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O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
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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............................. 87 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL..................................181 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................281 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ............................................. 36
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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 containsCAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible throu
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INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Anymodificationsoralterationstothisvehiclecould seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and mayleadtoanaccidentresultinginseriousinjuryor death.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ................. 12 ▫ To Set The Security Alarm ............... 18 ▫ Ignition Key Removal .................. 12 ▫ To Disarm The System ................. 18 ▫ Locking Doors With A Key .............. 14 ▫ Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override ..... 18 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 14 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped . . . 18 Sentry Key .......................... 14 ▫ To Unlock The Doors And
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock ........ 21 Power Windows — If Equipped ............ 32 ▫ Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock . . 22 ▫ Power Window Switches ................ 32 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 22 ▫ Auto-Down ......................... 33 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...... 23 ▫ Window Lockout Switch ................ 34 ▫ General Information ................... 23 Liftgate ............................. 34
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped ...... 48 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 70 ▫ Supplemental Rear Impact Active Head ▫ Child Restraints ...................... 72 Restraints (AHR) ...................... 48 Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 81 2 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System Safety Tips ........................... 82 (BeltAlert) ......................... 52 ▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 82 ▫ Seat
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has 1. Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These automatic transmission). numbers can be used to order duplicate keys. Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC (Accessory) safe place. position. 3. Push the key and cylinder inward and
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you 2 obtain service. WARNING! 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 seri- ously or fatally injured. Do not leave the keys in th
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14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEY CAUTION! The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho- An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The remove the key from the ignition and lock all the system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. Locking Doors With A Key The system uses ignition key
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the Replacement Keys bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle electronics. In addition, if the Vehicle Security Light electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that 2 Once a Sentry Key is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot someone used an invalid key to try to
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16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE procedure. This procedure consists of programming a 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within that has never been programmed. 15 seconds. After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position a
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you • This device must accept any interference that may be do not have a programmed Sentry Key, contact your received, including interference that may cause undes- authorized dealer for details. ired operation. 2 NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys- This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors t
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18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Set The Security Alarm To Disarm The System Press UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter, or insert the key 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch to of the vehicle. the ON position. 2. Lock the door using either the power door LOCK Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override switch or the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the and clos
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate. The 2 turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All First Press This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the fir
