2018 Jeep All New Wrangler Owner's Manual · INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive

All-New WranglerOWNER’S MANUAL

1 8 J L- 1 2 6 - E N A-A B©2018 FCA US LLC. All Rights Reserved.Jeep is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC.

Table of Contents1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

4 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

5 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

6 STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241

9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273

10 MULTIMEDIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281

11 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329

12 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333

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1INTRODUCTION

• INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4• ROLLOVER WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4• IMPORTANT NOTICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5• HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

• Essential Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5• Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

• WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6• VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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INTRODUCTIONDear Customer, congratulations on selectingyour new vehicle. Be assured that it representsprecision workmanship, distinctive styling, andhigh quality.

This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can goplaces and perform tasks that are not intendedfor conventional passenger vehicles. It handlesand maneuvers differently from many passen-ger vehicles both on-road and off-road, so taketime to become familiar with your vehicle. Ifequipped, the two-wheel drive version of thisvehicle was designed for on-road use only. It isnot intended for off-road driving or use in othersevere conditions suited for a four-wheel drivevehicle. Before you start to drive this vehicle,read the Owner’s Manual. Be sure you arefamiliar with all vehicle controls, particularlythose used for braking, steering, transmission,and transfer case shifting. Learn how your ve-hicle handles on different road surfaces. Yourdriving skills will improve with experience. Whendriving off-road, or working the vehicle, don’toverload the vehicle or expect the vehicle toovercome the natural laws of physics. Alwaysobserve state, provincial and local laws wher-ever you drive. As with other vehicles of thistype, failure to operate this vehicle correctly mayresult in loss of control or a collision. Refer to the“Driving Tips” in “Starting and Operating” forfurther information.

This Owner’s Manual has been prepared withthe assistance of service and engineering spe-

cialists to acquaint you with the operation andmaintenance of your vehicle. It is supplementedby Warranty Information, and customer orienteddocuments. In the attached Warranty Bookletyou will find a description of the services thatFCA offers to its customers, the Warranty Cer-tificate and the details of the terms and condi-tions for maintaining its validity. Please take thetime to read all of these publications carefullybefore driving your vehicle for the first time.Following the instructions, recommendations,tips, and important warnings in this manual willhelp assure safe and enjoyable operation ofyour vehicle.

This Owner’s Manual describes all versions ofthis vehicle. Options and equipment dedicatedto specific markets or versions are not expresslyindicated in the text. Therefore, you should onlyconsider the information which is related to thetrim level, engine, and version that you havepurchased. Any content introduced throughoutthe Owner’s Information, that may or may not beapplicable to your vehicle, will be identified withthe wording “If Equipped”. All data contained inthis publication are intended to help you useyour vehicle in the best possible way. FCA aimsat a constant improvement of the vehicles pro-duced. For this reason, it reserves the right tomake changes to the model described for tech-nical and/or commercial reasons. For furtherinformation, contact an authorized dealer.

If applicable, refer to the Owner’s ManualSupplement for related information.

NOTE:After reviewing the Owner’s Information, itshould be stored in the vehicle for convenientreferencing, and remain with the vehicle whensold.

When it comes to service, remember that yourauthorized dealer knows your vehicle best, hasfactory-trained technicians and genuineMOPAR® parts, and cares about your satisfac-tion.

ROLLOVER WARNINGUtility vehicles have a significantly higher roll-over rate than other types of vehicles. Thisvehicle has a higher ground clearance and ahigher center of gravity than many passengervehicles. It is capable of performing better in awide variety of off-road applications. Driven inan unsafe manner, all vehicles can go out ofcontrol. Because of the higher center of gravity,if this vehicle is out of control it may roll overwhen some other vehicles may not.

Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers,or other unsafe driving actions that can causeloss of vehicle control. Failure to operate thisvehicle safely may result in a collision, rolloverof the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drivecarefully.

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Failure to use the driver and passenger seatbelts provided is a major cause of severe or fatalinjury. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person issignificantly more likely to die than a personwearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.

IMPORTANT NOTICEALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLI-CATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST INFOR-MATION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF PUBLICA-TION APPROVAL. THE RIGHT IS RESERVEDTO PUBLISH REVISIONS AT ANY TIME.

This Owner’s Manual has been prepared withthe assistance of service and engineering spe-cialists to acquaint you with the operation andmaintenance of your new vehicle. It is supple-mented by a Warranty Information Booklet andvarious customer-oriented documents. You areurged to read these publications carefully. Fol-lowing the instructions and recommendations in

this Owner’s Manual will help assure safe andenjoyable operation of your vehicle.

After you have read the Owner’s Manual, itshould be stored in the vehicle for convenientreference and remain with the vehicle whensold.

The manufacturer reserves the right to makechanges in design and specifications, and/or tomake additions to or improvements in its prod-ucts without imposing any obligations upon itselfto install them on products previously manufac-tured.

The Owner’s Manual illustrates and describesthe features that are standard or available asextra cost options. Therefore, some of theequipment and accessories in this publicationmay not appear on your vehicle.

NOTE:Be sure to read the Owner’s Manual first beforedriving your vehicle and before attaching orinstalling parts/accessories or making othermodifications to the vehicle.

In view of the many replacement parts andaccessories from various manufacturers avail-able on the market, the manufacturer cannot becertain that the driving safety of your vehicle willnot be impaired by the attachment or installationof such parts. Even if such parts are officially-approved (for example, by a general operatingpermit for the part or by constructing the part inan officially approved design), or if an individualoperating permit was issued for the vehicle after

the attachment or installation of such parts, itcannot be implicitly assumed that the drivingsafety of your vehicle is unimpaired. Therefore,neither experts nor official agencies are liable.The manufacturer only assumes responsibilitywhen parts, which are expressly authorized orrecommended by the manufacturer, are at-tached or installed at an authorized dealer. Thesame applies when modifications to the originalcondition are subsequently made on the manu-facturer’s vehicles.

Your warranties do not cover any part that themanufacturer did not supply. Nor do they coverthe cost of any repairs or adjustments that mightbe caused or needed because of the installationor use of non-manufacturer parts, components,equipment, materials, or additives. Nor do yourwarranties cover the costs of repairing damageor conditions caused by any changes to yourvehicle that do not comply with the manufactur-ers specifications.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Essential InformationConsult the Table of Contents to determinewhich section contains the information you de-sire.

Since the specification of your vehicle dependson the items of equipment ordered, certaindescriptions and illustrations may differ fromyour vehicle’s equipment.

Rollover Warning Label

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The detailed index at the back of this Owner’sManual contains a complete listing of all sub-jects.

SymbolsSome vehicle components have colored labelswhose symbols indicate precautions to be ob-served when using this component. Refer to“Warning Lights and Messages” in “Getting ToKnow Your Instrument Panel” for further infor-mation on the symbols used in your vehicle.

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSThis Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGSagainst operating procedures that could result ina collision, bodily injury and/or death. It alsocontains CAUTIONS against procedures thatcould result in damage to your vehicle. If you donot read this entire Owner’s Manual, you maymiss important information. Observe all Warn-ings and Cautions.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this ve-hicle could seriously affect its roadworthinessand safety and may lead to a collision result-ing in serious injury or death.

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2GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS

• FRONT VIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8• REAR VIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9• INSTRUMENT PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10• INTERIOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

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FRONT VIEW

Front View

1 — Hood/Engine Compartment 4 — Headlights2 — Exterior Mirrors 5 — Wheels3 — Windshield

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REAR VIEW

Rear View

1 — Rear Lights2 — Swing Gate

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

Instrument Panel

1 — Air Outlets 4 — Speed Control Buttons 7 — Climate Controls2 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls 5 — Ignition Button 8 — Power Window Switches3 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Uconnect Radio 9 — Offroad Switch Panel

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INTERIOR

Interior Features

1 — Steering Wheel 3 — Gear Selector2 — Seats 4 — Glove Compartment

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3GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

• KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17• Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

• IGNITION SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19• Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19• Vehicle On Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20• Electronic Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

• REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21• How To Use Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21• Remote Start Cancel Message — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21• To Enter Remote Start Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22• To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle . . . . . . . . .22• To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . .22• Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

• SENTRY KEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22• Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

• VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23• To Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23• To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23• Rearming Of The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

• PREMIUM VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . .24• To Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24• To Disarm The System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24• Security System Manual Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

• DOORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25• Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25• Power Door Locks — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

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• Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . .27• Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors . . . . . . . . . . . .29• Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29• Front Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30• Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

• SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33• Manual Front Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33• Heated Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34• Front Passenger Easy Entry Seat — Two Door Models . . . . . . . . . .35• 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat — Four Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . .35• Fold And Tumble Rear Seat — Two Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36• Rear Seat Armrest — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

• HEAD RESTRAINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37• Front Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38• Rear Head Restraints — Two Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38• Rear Head Restraints — Four Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

• STEERING WHEEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40• Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40• Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

• MIRRORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41• Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41• Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41• Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42• Power Mirrors — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42• Heated Mirrors — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42• Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

• EXTERIOR LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42• Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42• Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43• High/Low Beam Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43• Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43• Automatic Headlights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43• Front And Rear Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

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• Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44• Lane Change Assist — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44• Lights-On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44• Headlight Leveling System — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

• INTERIOR LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45• Courtesy Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45• Dimmer Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

• WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45• Windshield Wiper Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

• CLIMATE CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47• Manual Climate Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47• Automatic Climate Controls Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51• Climate Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56• Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . .57• Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

• POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58• Auto-Down Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59• Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

• DUAL TOP FOUR DOOR MODELS — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . .59• Removing The Soft Top — Four Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59• Installing The Soft Top — Four Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

• FREEDOM TOP THREE-PIECE MODULAR HARD TOP — IFEQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62• Front Panel(s) Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63• Freedom Top Storage Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63• Front Panel(s) Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64• Rear Hard Top Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64• Rear Hard Top Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

• DOOR FRAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66• Door Frame Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67• Door Frame Installation Four Door Models — If Equipped . . . . . . . .67• Door Frame Installation Two Door Models — If Equipped . . . . . . . . .68

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• SOFT TOP TWO DOOR MODELS — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . .69• Lowering The Soft Top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71• Soft Top Window Storage Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76• Raising The Soft Top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

• SOFT TOP FOUR DOOR MODELS — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . .81• Lowering The Soft Top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83• Raising The Soft Top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

• POWER SLIDING TOP — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91• Opening The Power Top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92• Closing The Power Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92• Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92• Pinch Protect Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92• Power Top Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93• Relearn Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93• Rear Quarter Window Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

• FOLDING WINDSHIELD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95• Lowering The Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96• Raising The Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

• HOOD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97• Opening The Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97• Closing The Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

• REAR SWING GATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98• Cargo Area Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

• INTERNAL EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99• Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99• Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99• Electrical Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100• Power Inverter — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101• Auxiliary Switches — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

• ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

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KEYS

Key Fob

WARNING!

Push the Mechanical Key Release Buttononly with the key fob facing away from yourbody, especially your eyes and objects thatmay be damaged, such as clothing.

Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. Theignition system consists of a key fob with Key-less Go and a START/STOP push button igni-

tion system. The Remote Keyless Entry systemconsists of a key fob with a mechanical key andKeyless Enter-N-Go feature if equipped.

NOTE:The key fob may not be detected by the vehicleif it is located next to a mobile phone, laptop orother electronic device; these devices mayblock the key fob’s wireless signal.

CAUTION!

The electrical components inside of the keyfob may be damaged if the key fob is sub-jected to strong electrical shocks. In order toensure complete efficiency of the electronicdevices inside of the key fob, avoid exposingthe key fob to direct sunlight.

The key fob allows you to lock or unlock thedoors and swing gate from distances up toapproximately 66 ft (20 m) by pressing theappropriate button on the fob. The key fob doesnot need to be pointed at the vehicle to activatethe system.

NOTE:With the ignition in ON/RUN position and withthe vehicle doors open, the lock button will bedisabled, and only the unlock button will beenabled. All RKE commands will be disabledonce the vehicle begins moving at 5 mph(8 km/h) or above.

Backup Mode Starting

In case the ignition switch does not change withthe push of a button, the key fob may have a lowor fully depleted battery. A low key fob batterycan be verified by referring to the instrumentcluster, which will display directions to follow.

NOTE:A low key fob battery condition may be indicatedby a message in the instrument cluster display,or by the LED light on the key fob. If the LED keyfob light no longer illuminates from key fobbutton pushes, then the key fob battery requiresreplacement.

In this situation, a back up method can be usedto operate the ignition switch. Put the nose sideof the key fob against the ENGINE START/STOP button, and push to operate the ignitionswitch.

Key Fob

1 — Flip Key Release Button2 — Unlock Button3 — Lock Button4 — Remote Start

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To Unlock The Doors And Swing GatePush and release the key fob unlock buttononce to unlock the driver’s door only, or twice tounlock all the doors and swing gate. When thekey fob unlock button is pushed, the IlluminatedEntry will initiate, and the turn signal lights willflash twice.

To Lock The Doors And Swing GatePush and release the lock button on the key fobto lock all doors. The turn signals will flash, andthe horn will chirp once to acknowledge the locksignal.

Key Fob Battery Replacement

NOTE:When a key fob battery is low, a warning will beindicated on the vehicle’s instrument cluster,and the fob LED will no longer illuminate with abutton press.The recommended replacement battery isCR2450.

NOTE:Perchlorate Material – special handling mayapply.

1. Remove the back cover of the fob by insert-ing a flat-blade screw driver into the slot onthe bottom of the fob. Pry until the coverunsnaps being careful not to damage theseal. Proceed counter-clockwise to pry theremaining snaps until the battery cover canbe removed.

2. Remove the depleted battery by inserting asmall flat-blade screwdriver into the batteryremoval slot and sliding the battery forwardand up being careful not to damage theelectronic board underneath.

3. Install the new battery into the key fob,making sure the positive (+) side is facing up.Slide the battery until it is seated securelybelow the tabs.

4. Reassemble the back cover making sure it isproperly aligned before snapping it back inplace.

Programming Additional Key FobsProgramming the key fob may be performed byan authorized dealer.

NOTE:Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, itcannot be repurposed and reprogrammed toanother vehicle.

Request For Additional Key Fobs

NOTE:Only key fobs that are programmed to thevehicle electronics can be used to start andoperate the vehicle. Once a key fob is pro-grammed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmedto any other vehicle.

WARNING!

• Always remove the key fobs from the ve-hicle and lock all doors when leaving thevehicle unattended.

• Always remember to place the ignition inthe OFF mode.

1-3 – Back Cover Pry Points

Battery Replacement

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Duplication of key fobs may be performed at anauthorized dealer. This procedure consists ofprogramming a blank key fob to the vehicleelectronics. A blank key fob is one that hasnever been programmed.

NOTE:

• When having the Sentry Key ImmobilizerSystem serviced, bring all vehicle keys withyou to an authorized dealer.

• Keys must be ordered to the correct key cutto match the vehicle locks.

IGNITION SWITCH

Keyless Enter-N-Go — IgnitionThis feature allows the driver to operate theignition switch with the push of a button as longas the key fob is in the passenger compartment.

The Keyless Push Button Ignition has severaloperating modes that are labeled and will illumi-nate when in position. These modes are OFF,ACC, RUN, and START.

NOTE:In case the ignition switch does not change withthe push of a button, the key fob may have a lowor dead battery. In this situation, a back upmethod can be used to operate the ignitionswitch. Put the nose side of the key fob (sideopposite of the Emergency Key) against theENGINE START/STOP button and push to op-erate the ignition switch.

The push button ignition can be placed in thefollowing modes:

OFF

• The engine is stopped.• Some electrical devices (e.g. Central locking,

alarm, etc.) are available.

ACC

• Engine is not started.• Some electrical devices are available.RUN

• Driving position.• All electrical devices are available.

START

• The engine will start.

WARNING!

• When exiting the vehicle, always removethe key fob from the vehicle and lock yourvehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, orwith access to an unlocked vehicle.

• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-tended is dangerous for a number of rea-sons. A child or others could be seriously orfatally injured. Children should be warnednot to touch the parking brake, brake pedalor the gear selector.

• Do not leave the key fob in or near thevehicle, or in a location accessible to chil-dren, and do not leave the ignition of avehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Goin the ON/RUN mode. A child could operatepower windows, other controls, or movethe vehicle.

• Do not leave children or animals insideparked vehicles in hot weather. Interiorheat build-up may cause serious injury ordeath.

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CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitationfor thieves. Always remove key fob from thevehicle and lock all doors when leaving thevehicle unattended.

NOTE:Refer to "Starting The Engine," in "Starting AndOperating" for further information.

Vehicle On MessageWhen opening the driver’s door when the igni-tion is in RUN (engine not running), a chime willsound to remind you to place the ignition in theOFF position. In addition to the chime, themessage will display “Ignition Or Accessory On”in the cluster.

NOTE:The power window switches will remain activeup to ten minutes after the ignition is cycled tothe OFF position. Opening either front door willcancel this feature. The time for this feature isprogrammable.

WARNING!

• Before exiting a vehicle, always come to acomplete stop, then shift the automatictransmission into PARK, apply the parkingbrake, place the engine in the OFF posi-tion, remove the key fob from the vehicleand lock your vehicle. If equipped withKeyless Enter-N-Go, always make sure thekeyless ignition is in “OFF” position, re-move the key fob from the vehicle and lockthe vehicle.



• Do not leave the key fob in or near thevehicle, or in a location accessible to chil-dren, and do not leave the ignition of avehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Goin the ON/RUN mode. A child could operatepower windows, other controls, or movethe vehicle.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Do not leave children or animals insideparked vehicles in hot weather. Interiorheat build-up may cause serious injury ordeath.

• Never remove the mechanical key whilethe vehicle is moving, as the steeringwheel will automatically lock as soon as thekey is turned. This also applies to vehiclesthat are being towed.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation forthieves. Always remove key fob from thevehicle and lock all doors when leaving thevehicle unattended.

Electronic Steering Wheel Lock — IfEquippedYour vehicle may be equipped with a passiveelectronic steering wheel lock. This lock pre-vents steering the vehicle with the ignition OFF.The steering wheel lock releases with the igni-tion ON. If the lock does not disengage and thevehicle does not start, turn the wheel to the leftand right to disengage the lock.

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REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM— IF EQUIPPED

This system uses the key fob tostart the engine conveniently fromoutside the vehicle while still main-taining security. The system has arange of 328 ft (100 m).

The Remote Starting System also activates theClimate Control, vented seats (if equipped) intemperatures above 80° F (26.7° C), and theheated seats (if equipped), and heated steeringwheel (if equipped) in temperatures below 40° F(4.4° C). Refer to “Seats” in “Getting To KnowYour Vehicle” in this section for furtherinformation.

NOTE:

• The vehicle must be equipped with an auto-matic transmission to be equipped with Re-mote Start.

• Obstructions between the vehicle and key fobmay reduce this range.

How To Use Remote Start• Push Remote Start button on the key fob

twice within five seconds. Pushing the Re-mote Start button a third time shuts theengine off.

• To drive the vehicle, push unlock button, andplace the ignition in the ON/RUN position.

• With remote start, the engine will only run for15 minutes (timeout) unless the ignition key isplaced in the ON/RUN position.

• The vehicle must be started with the key aftertwo consecutive timeouts.

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

• Gear Selector in PARK• Doors closed• Hood closed• Swing Gate closed• Hazard switch off• Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not

pushed)

• Battery at an acceptable charge level• System not disabled from previous remote

start event

• Vehicle alarm system indicator flashing• Ignition in STOP/OFF position• Fuel level meets minimum requirement• All removable doors must not be removed• Malfunction indicator light not illuminated

WARNING!

• Do not start or run an engine in a closedgarage or confined area. Exhaust gascontains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which isodorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxideis poisonous and can cause serious injuryor death when inhaled.

• Keep key fobs away from children. Opera-tion of the Remote Start System, windows,door locks or other controls could causeserious injury or death.

Remote Start Cancel Message — IfEquippedThe following messages will display in the in-strument cluster if the vehicle fails to remotestart or exits remote start prematurely:

• Remote Start Cancelled — Door Open• Remote Start Cancelled — Hood Open• Remote Start Cancelled — Fuel Low• Remote Start Cancelled — Swing Gate Open• Remote Start Cancelled — Time Expired• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To

Reset

The message will stay active until the ignition isplaced in the ON/RUN position.

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To Enter Remote Start ModePush and release the Remote Start button onthe key fob twice within five seconds. Thevehicle doors will lock, the turn signals will flashtwice, and the horn will chirp twice. Then theengine will start, and the vehicle will remain inthe Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.

NOTE:

• If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low,the vehicle will start and then shut down in10 seconds.

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

• For security, power window operation is dis-abled when the vehicle is in the Remote Startmode.

• The engine can be started two consecutivetimes (two 15-minute cycles) with the key fob.However, the ignition must be placed in theON/RUN position before you can repeat thestart sequence for a third cycle.

To Exit Remote Start Mode WithoutDriving The VehiclePush and release the Remote Start button onetime or allow the remote start cycle to completethe entire 15-minute cycle.

NOTE:To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the systemwill disable the one time push of the RemoteStart button for two seconds after receiving avalid Remote Start request.

To Exit Remote Start Mode AndDrive The VehicleBefore the end of 15-minute cycle, push andrelease the unlock button on the key fob tounlock the doors, or unlock the vehicle usingKeyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry via thedoor handles, and disarm the vehicle securityalarm (if equipped). Then, prior to the end of the15-minute cycle, push and release the START/STOP button.

NOTE:For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry feature, the message“Remote Start Active — Push Start Button” willdisplay in the instrument cluster display until youpush the ignition START button.

Remote Start Comfort Systems — IfEquippedWhen Remote Start is activated, the ClimateControls may activate the heated seats (ifequipped) and heated steering wheel (ifequipped) in temperatures below 40° F (4.4° C).These features will stay on through the durationof Remote Start or until the ignition switch iscycled to the ON/RUN position.

SENTRY KEYThe Sentry Key Immobilizer system preventsunauthorized vehicle operation by disabling theengine. The system does not need to be armedor activated. Operation is automatic, regardlessof whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.

The system uses a key fob, keyless push buttonignition and a RF receiver to prevent unauthor-ized vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobsthat are programmed to the vehicle can be usedto start and operate the vehicle. The systemcannot reprogram a key fob obtained from an-other vehicle.

After turning the ignition switch to the ON/RUNposition, the vehicle security light will turn on forthree seconds for a bulb check. If the lightremains on after the bulb check, it indicates thatthere is a problem with the electronics. In addi-tion, if the light begins to flash after the bulbcheck, it indicates that someone attempted tostart the engine with an invalid key fob. In theevent that a valid key fob is used to start theengine but there is an issue with the vehicleelectronics, the engine will start and shut offafter two seconds.

If the vehicle security light turns on duringnormal vehicle operation (vehicle running forlonger than ten seconds), it indicates that thereis a fault in the electronics. Should this occur,have the vehicle serviced as soon as possibleby an authorized dealer.

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CAUTION!

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is notcompatible with some aftermarket remotestarting systems. Use of these systems mayresult in vehicle starting problems and loss ofsecurity protection.

All of the key fobs provided with your newvehicle have been programmed to the vehicleelectronics.

Replacement KeysNOTE:Only key fobs that are programmed to thevehicle electronics can be used to start andoperate the vehicle. Once a key fob is pro-grammed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmedto any other vehicle.

CAUTION!

• Always remove the key fobs from the ve-hicle and lock all doors when leaving thevehicle unattended.

• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition, always remember toplace the ignition in the OFF position.

NOTE:Duplication of key fobs may be performed at anauthorized dealer. This procedure consists ofprogramming a blank key fob to the vehicleelectronics. A blank key fob is one that hasnever been programmed.

When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer Sys-tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you toan authorized dealer.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —IF EQUIPPEDThe vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicledoors for unauthorized entry and the ignitionswitch for unauthorized operation. When thealarm is activated, the interior switches for doorlocks are disabled. The vehicle security alarmprovides both audible and visible signals. Ifsomething triggers the alarm, the vehicle secu-rity alarm will provide the following audible andvisible signals: the horn will pulse, the parklamps and/or turn signals will flash, and thevehicle security light in the instrument clusterwill flash.

To Arm The SystemFollow these steps to arm the vehicle securityalarm:

1. Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is cycled tothe “OFF” position (refer to "Starting TheEngine" in "Starting And Operating" for fur-ther information).

2. Perform one of the following methods to lockthe vehicle:

• Push lock on the interior power door lockswitch with the driver and/or passengerdoor open.

• Push the lock button on the exterior Pas-sive Entry Door Handle with a valid key fobavailable in the same exterior zone (refer to"Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry" in"Getting To Know Your Vehicle" for furtherinformation).

• Push the lock button on the key fob.3. If any doors are open, close them.

To Disarm The SystemThe vehicle security alarm can be disarmedusing any of the following methods:

• Push the unlock button on the key fob.• Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle

(if equipped, refer to "Keyless Enter-N-Go —Passive Entry" in "Getting To Know YourVehicle" for further information).

• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of theOFF position.

NOTE:

• The driver’s door key cylinder cannot arm ordisarm the vehicle security alarm.

• When the vehicle security alarm is armed, theinterior power door lock switches will notunlock the doors.

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The vehicle security alarm is designed to protectyour vehicle. However, you can create condi-tions where the system will give you a falsealarm. If one of the previously described armingsequences has occurred, the vehicle securityalarm will arm regardless of whether you are inthe vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicleand open a door, the alarm will sound. If thisoccurs, disarm the vehicle security alarm.

If the vehicle security alarm is armed and thebattery becomes disconnected, the vehicle se-curity alarm will remain armed when the batteryis reconnected; the exterior lights will flash, andthe horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm thevehicle security alarm.

Rearming Of The SystemIf something triggers the alarm, and no action istaken to disarm it, the vehicle security alarm willturn the horn off after 29 seconds, 5 secondsbetween cycles, up to 8 cycles if the triggerremains active and then the vehicle securityalarm will rearm itself.

PREMIUM VEHICLE SECURITYALARM — IF EQUIPPEDThe premium vehicle security alarm systemmonitors the doors, hood latch, and liftgate forunauthorized entry and the ignition switch forunauthorized operation. The system also in-cludes a dual function intrusion sensor andvehicle tilt sensor. The intrusion sensor monitorsthe vehicle interior for motion. The vehicle tilt

sensor monitors the vehicle for any tilting ac-tions (tow away, tire removal, ferry transport,etc). A siren with battery backup which sensesinterruptions of power and communications isalso included.

If a perimeter violation triggers the securitysystem, the siren will sound for 29 seconds andthe exterior lights will flash followed by approxi-mately five seconds of no activity. This willcontinue for eight cycles if no action is taken todisarm the system.

To Arm The SystemFollow these steps to arm the security alarm:

1. Remove the key from the ignition system,refer to "Starting The Engine" in "StartingAnd Operating" for further information.

• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry, make sure thevehicle ignition system is "OFF."

• For vehicles not equipped with KeylessEnter-N-Go — Passive Entry, make surethe vehicle ignition system is "OFF" andthe key is physically removed from theignition.

2. Perform one of the following methods to lockthe vehicle:

• Push lock on the interior power door lockswitch with the driver and/or passengerdoor open.

• Push the lock button on the exterior pas-sive entry door handle with a key fob

available in the same exterior zone, refer to"Doors" in "Getting To Know Your Vehicle"for further information.

• Push the lock button on the key fob.3. If any doors are open, close them.

NOTE:

• Once the security system is armed, it remainsin that state until you disarm it by followingeither of the disarming procedures described.If a power loss occurs after arming the sys-tem, you must disarm the system after restor-ing power to prevent alarm activation.

• The ultrasonic intrusion sensor (motion de-tector) actively monitors your vehicle everytime you arm the security system. If youprefer, you can turn off the ultrasonic intrusionsensor when arming the security system. Todo so, push the lock button on the key fobthree times within 15 seconds of arming thesystem (while the Vehicle Security Light isflashing rapidly).

To Disarm The SystemThe vehicle security alarm can be disarmedusing any of the following methods:

• Push the unlock button on the key fob.• Grasp the passive entry door handle to un-

lock the door, refer to "Doors" in "Getting ToKnow Your Vehicle" for further information.

• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of theOFF position.

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• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry, push the Start/Stopignition button (requires at least one validkey fob in the vehicle).

• For vehicles not equipped with KeylessEnter-N-Go — Passive Entry, insert a validIntegrated Vehicle Key into the ignitionswitch and turn the key to the ON position.

NOTE:

• The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgatebutton on the key fob cannot arm or disarmthe vehicle security alarm.

• The vehicle security alarm remains armedduring power liftgate entry. Pushing the lift-gate button will not disarm the vehicle secu-rity alarm. If someone enters the vehiclethrough the liftgate and opens any door thealarm will sound.

• When the vehicle security alarm is armed, theinterior power door lock switches will notunlock the doors.

• The ultrasonic intrusion sensor (motion de-tector) actively monitors your vehicle everytime you arm the security system. If youprefer, you can turn off the ultrasonic intrusionsensor when arming the security system. Todo so, push the lock button on the key fobthree times within 15 seconds of arming thesystem (while the vehicle security light isflashing rapidly).

The vehicle security alarm is designed to protectyour vehicle; however, conditions can be cre-ated where the system will signal a false alarm:

• Children or pets left inside of the vehicle• Hanging tags• Loose seat belts• Loose seat straps in the cargo area• Debris entering the vehicle through open

windows

• Bugs moving across sensors• Heavy traffic passing the vehicle• Folded or tipped seats• Extreme weather conditions• Direct impact to the vehicle• Extreme noise conditionsIf one of the previously described arming se-quences has occurred, the vehicle securityalarm will arm regardless of whether you are inthe vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicleand open a door, the alarm will sound. If thisoccurs, disarm the vehicle security alarm.

If the vehicle security alarm is armed and thebattery becomes disconnected, the vehicle se-curity alarm will remain armed when the batteryis reconnected; the exterior lights will flash, thehorn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the vehiclesecurity alarm.

Security System Manual OverrideThe system will not arm if you lock the doorsusing the manual door lock plunger.

DOORS

CAUTION!

Careless handling and storage of the remov-able door panels may damage the seals,causing water to leak into the vehicle’s inte-rior.

Manual Door LocksAll doors are equipped with an interior rocker-type door lock lever. To lock a door when leavingyour vehicle, push the rocker lever forward tothe lock position and close the door. To unlockthe door, push the rocker lever rearward.

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NOTE:The mechanical flip key can be used to lock orunlock the doors, swing gate, glove compart-ment, and console storage.

WARNING!

• For personal security reasons and safety ina collision, lock the vehicle doors when youdrive, as well as when you park and exit thevehicle.

• When exiting the vehicle, always switch offthe ignition and remove the key from thevehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicleequipment may cause severe personal in-juries and death.



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

Power Door Locks — If EquippedThe power door lock switch is located on eachfront door panel. Push the switch forward to lockthe doors, and rearward to unlock the doors.

WARNING!

• For personal security reasons and safety ina collision, lock the vehicle doors when youdrive, as well as when you park and exit thevehicle.

• When exiting the vehicle, always switch offthe ignition and remove the key from thevehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicleequipment may cause severe personal in-juries and death.



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

Power Door Lock Switch

1 — Lock Button2 — Unlock Button

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Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry(If Equipped)The Passive Entry system is a feature thatallows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’sdoor(s) and swing gate without having to pushthe key fob lock or unlock buttons.

NOTE:

• Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF;refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia”for further information.

• The key fob may not be detected by thevehicle passive entry system if it is locatednext to a mobile phone, laptop, or otherelectronic device; these devices may inter-fere with the key fob’s wireless signal andprevent the passive entry system fromlocking/unlocking the vehicle.

• Passive Entry Unlock initiates illuminated ap-proach (Low Beams, License Plate Lamp,Position Lamps) for whichever time durationis set between 0, 30 (default), 60 or 90 sec-onds. Passive Entry Unlock also initiates twoflashes of the turn signal lamps.

• If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it hasbeen raining/snowing on the Passive Entrydoor handle, the unlock sensitivity can beaffected, resulting in a slower response time.

• If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entryand no door is opened within 60 seconds, thevehicle will re-lock and if equipped will armthe security alarm.

To Unlock From The Driver Side

With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft(1.5 m) of the driver’s door handle, grab the frontdriver door handle to unlock the driver’s doorautomatically.

NOTE:If “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlock” is programmedall doors will unlock when you grab hold of thefront driver’s door handle. To select between“Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and “Unlock AllDoors 1st Press,” refer to “Uconnect Settings” in“Multimedia” for further information.

To Unlock From The Passenger Side

With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft(1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab thefront passenger door handle to unlock all doorsand the swing gate automatically.

NOTE:All doors will unlock when the front passengerdoor handle is grabbed regardless of the driver’sdoor unlock preference setting (“Unlock DriverDoor 1st Press” or “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”).

Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of PassiveEntry Key Fob In Vehicle (FOBIK-Safe)

To minimize the possibility of unintentionallylocking a Passive Entry key fob inside yourvehicle, the Passive Entry system is equippedwith an automatic door unlock feature which willfunction only if the ignition switch is in the OFFposition.

FOBIK-Safe only executes in vehicles with pas-sive entry. There are three situations that triggera FOBIK-Safe search in any passive entry ve-hicle:

• A lock request is made by a valid PassiveEntry key fob while a door is open.

• A lock request is made by the Passive Entrydoor handle while a door is open.

• A lock request is made by the door panelswitch while the door is open.

When any of these situations occur, after allopen doors are shut, the FOBIK-Safe search willbe executed. If it finds a Passive Entry key fobinside the car, the car will unlock and alert thecustomer. If Passive Entry is disabled usingUconnect System, the key protection described

Grab The Door Handle To Unlock

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in "Preventing Inadvertent Locking of PassiveEntry Key Fob in Vehicle" remains active/functional.

NOTE:The vehicle will only unlock the doors during aFOBIK-Safe operation when a valid PassiveEntry key fob is detected inside the vehicle. Thevehicle will not unlock the doors when any of thefollowing conditions are true:

• A second valid passive entry key fob is de-tected outside of the vehicle (within 5ft of apassive entry door handle).

• The doors are manually locked using the doorlock knobs.

• Three attempts are made to lock the doorsusing the door panel switch and then closethe doors.

To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors And Swing Gate

With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobwithin 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger frontdoor handles, pushing the passive entry lockbutton will lock the vehicle doors and the swinggate.

NOTE:DO NOT grab the door handle, when pushingthe door handle lock button. This could unlockthe door(s).

The vehicle doors can also be locked by usingthe lock button located on the vehicle’s interiordoor panel.

To Unlock/Enter The Swing Gate

The Swing Gate passive entry unlock feature isbuilt into the Swing Gate handle. With a validPassive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of theSwing Gate handle, grab the Swing Gate handleto unlock the Swing Gate automatically, and pullthe Swing Gate to open.

NOTE:If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed alldoors & the swing gate will unlock when yougrab hold of the swing gate handle. To selectbetween “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and“Unlock All Doors 1st Press,” refer to “UconnectSettings” in “Multimedia” for further information.

To Lock The Swing Gate

With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft(1.5 m) of the Swing Gate handle, pushing the

Push The Door Handle Button To Lock

DO NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking

Swing Gate Passive Entry Location

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passive entry lock button will lock the vehicledoors and the swing gate.

NOTE:

• After pushing the door handle button, youmust wait two seconds before you can lock orunlock the doors, using any Passive Entrydoor handle. This is done to allow you tocheck if the vehicle is locked by pulling thedoor handle without the vehicle reacting andunlocking.

• If Passive Entry is disabled using UconnectSystem, the key protection described in"Preventing Inadvertent Locking of PassiveEntry Key Fob in Vehicle" remains active/functional.

• The Passive Entry system will not operate ifthe key fob battery is dead.

Child-Protection Door Lock System— Rear DoorsTo provide a safer environment for small chil-dren riding in the rear seats, the rear doors areequipped with a Child-Protection Door Locksystem.

To use the system, open each rear door, use aflat blade screwdriver (or emergency key) androtate the dial to the lock or unlock position.

NOTE:

• When the child lock system is engaged, thedoor can be opened only by using the outsidedoor handle even though the inside door lockis in the unlocked position.

• After engaging or disengaging the Child-Protection Door Lock system, always test thedoor from the inside to make certain it is in thedesired position.

• For emergency exit with the system engaged,move the lock lever rearward (located on thedoor trim panel), roll down the window andopen the door with the outside door handle.

WARNING!

Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in acollision. Remember that the rear doors canonly be opened from the outside when theChild-Protection locks are engaged (locked).

NOTE:Always use this device when carrying children.After engaging the child lock on both rear doors,check for effective engagement by trying toopen a door with the internal handle. Once theChild-Protection Door Lock system is engaged,it is impossible to open the doors from inside thevehicle. Before getting out of the car, be sure tocheck that there is no one left inside.

Automatic Door Locks — IfEquippedThe auto door lock feature default condition isenabled. When enabled, the door locks will lockautomatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock featurecan be enabled or disabled by an authorizeddealer per written request of the customer.Please see an authorized dealer for service.

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Front Door Removal

WARNING!

Do not drive your vehicle on public roads withthe doors removed as you will lose the pro-tection they can provide. This procedure isfurnished for use during off-road operationonly.

WARNING!

• All occupants must wear seat belts duringoff-road operation with doors removed. Re-fer to “Off-Road Driving Tips” in “StartingAnd Operating” for further information.

• Do not store detached doors inside of thevehicle, as they may cause personal injuryin the event of an accident.

NOTE:

• Doors are heavy; use caution when re-moving them.

• Hinge pin can break if overtightened dur-ing door reinstall (Max Torque: 7.5 ft· lb /10 N·m). Refer to “Off-Road Driving Tips”in “Starting And Operating” for furtherinformation.

1. Roll down the glass window to prevent anydamage.

2. Remove the hinge pin screws from the upperand lower outside hinges (using a #T50 Torxhead driver).

NOTE:The hinge pin screws and nuts can be stowed inthe rear cargo tray located under the rear load-floor.

3. Remove the plastic wiring access door underthe instrument panel by sliding the plasticpanel along the door frame toward the seatsuntil the tabs are detached.

NOTE:Do not pry back to open, as this will break theplastic cover.

Door Removal Warning Label

Hinge Pin Screw

Wiring Access Door

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4. Pull up on the red locking tab to unlock thewiring harness.

5. Push and hold down the black security tabunder the wiring harness, and lift the harnessinto the open position.

6. With the wiring harness open, pull downwardon the wiring connector to unplug. Storewiring connector in the lower door basket.

7. Remove the check screw from the centerdoor check (using a #T40 Torx head driver).

8. With the door open, lift the door with the helpof another person, to clear the hinge pinsfrom their hinges and remove the door.

To reinstall the door(s), perform the previoussteps in the opposite order.

NOTE:The upper hinge has a longer pin, which can beused to assist in guiding the door into placewhen reinstalling.

Closed Wiring Harness

1 – Locking Tab2 – Wiring Harness

Open Wiring Harness

1 – Wiring Harness2 – Security Tab Door Check (Detached)

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Rear Door Removal (Four-DoorModels)

WARNING!

Do not drive your vehicle on public roads withthe doors removed as you will lose the pro-tection they can provide. This procedure isfurnished for use during off-road operationonly.

WARNING!

• All occupants must wear seat belts duringoff-road operation with doors removed. Re-fer to “Off-Road Driving Tips” in “StartingAnd Operating” for further information.

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• Do not store detached doors inside of thevehicle, as they may cause personal injuryin the event of an accident.

NOTE:

• Doors are heavy; use caution when re-moving them.

• Hinge pin can break if overtightened dur-ing door reinstall (Max Torque: 7.5 ft· lb /10 N·m). Refer to “Off-Road Driving Tips”in “Starting And Operating” for furtherinformation.

1. Roll down the glass window to prevent anydamage.

2. Remove the hinge pin screws from the upperand lower outside hinges (using a #T50 Torxhead driver).

NOTE:The hinge pin screws and nuts can be stowed inthe rear cargo tray located under the rear loadfloor.

3. Slide the front seat(s) fully forward.

4. Pry open and remove the plastic wiring ac-cess door from the bottom of the B-pillar.

5. Unplug the wiring connector.

NOTE:Squeeze the tab on the base of the wiringharness. This will unlock the connector tab,allowing the wiring connector to be unplugged.

Door Removal Warning Label

Hinge Pin Screw

Wiring Access Door

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6. Remove the check screw from the centerdoor check (using a #T40 Torx head driver).

7. With the door open, lift the door with the helpof another person, to clear the hinge pinsfrom their hinges and remove the door.

To reinstall the door(s), perform the previoussteps in the reverse order.

NOTE:The upper hinge has a longer pin, which can beused to assist in guiding the door into placewhen reinstalling.

SEATSSeats are a part of the Occupant RestraintSystem of the vehicle.

WARNING!

• 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 likelyto be seriously injured or killed.

• Do not allow people to ride in any area ofyour vehicle that is not equipped with seatsand seat belts. In a collision, people ridingin these areas are more likely to be seri-ously injured or killed.

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

Manual Front SeatsFront Seat AdjustmentThe seat can be adjusted forward or rearwardby using a bar located by the front of the seatcushion, near the floor. While sitting in the seat,lift up on the bar located under the seat cushionand move the seat forward or rearward. Release

the bar once you have reached the desiredposition. Then, using body pressure, move for-ward and rearward on the seat to be sure thatthe seat adjusters have latched.

WARNING!

• Adjusting a seat while driving may be dan-gerous. Moving a seat while driving couldresult in loss of control which could cause acollision and serious injury or death.

• Seats should be adjusted before fasteningthe seat belts and while the vehicle isparked. Serious injury or death could resultfrom a poorly adjusted seat belt.

Wiring Connector

Door Check (Attached)

Adjustment Bar Location

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Manual Seat Height AdjustmentThe driver’s seat height can be raised or low-ered by using the ratcheting handle, located onthe outboard side of the seat. Pull upward on thehandle to raise the seat, push downward on thehandle to lower the seat. Several strokes maybe necessary to achieve the desired position.

Front Seatback ReclineTo recline the seat, pull on the recline strap andlean forward or backward, depending on thedirection you would like the seatback to move.Release the strap when the desired position isreached and the seatback will lock into place.

WARNING!

Do not ride with the seatback reclined so thatthe shoulder belt is no longer resting againstyour chest. In a collision you could slideunder the seat belt, which could result inserious injury or death.

Lumbar SupportThe lumbar control knob is located on the out-board side of the front driver seat. Rotate thecontrol forward to increase and rearward todecrease the desired amount of lumbar support.

Heated Seats — If EquippedThe heated seats control buttons are located onthe center instrument panel below the touch-screen, and are also located within the climateor controls screen of the touchscreen.

• Push the heated seat button once to turnthe HI setting on.

• Push the heated seat button a secondtime to turn the MED setting on.

Seat Height Adjustment

Recline Strap Lumbar Control Knob

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• Push the heated seat button a third time toturn the LO setting on.

• Push the heated seat button a fourth timeto turn the heating elements off.

NOTE:

• The engine must be running for the heatedseats to operate.

• The level of heat selected will stay on until theoperator changes it.

Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start

On models that are equipped with remote start,the driver’s seat can be programmed to come onduring a remote start.

This feature can be programmed through theUconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”in “Multimedia” for further information.

WARNING!

• Persons who are unable to feel pain to theskin because of advanced age, chronicillness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medi-cation, exhaustion or other physical condi-tion must exercise care when using theseat heater. It may cause burns even at lowtemperatures, especially if used for longperiods of time.

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• Do not place anything on the seat or seat-back that insulates against heat, such as ablanket or cushion. This may cause theseat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seatthat has been overheated could causeserious burns due to the increased surfacetemperature of the seat.

Front Passenger Easy Entry Seat —Two Door ModelsPull upward on the easy entry lever located onthe outboard side of the seat back, and slide theentire seat forward.

To return the seat to a sitting position, fold theseatback upright until it locks and push the seatrearward until the track locks.

NOTE:

• The front passenger seats have a trackmemory, which returns the seat to its originalposition.

• The recline strap and easy entry lever shouldnot be used during the automatic returning ofthe seat to its sitting position.

60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat —Four Door ModelsTo provide additional storage area, each rearseat can be folded flat to allow for extendedcargo space.

NOTE:

• Be sure that the front seats are fully uprightand positioned forward. This will allow therear seat to fold down easily.

• The center head restraints must be in thelowest position to avoid contact with the cen-ter console when folding the seat.

WARNING!

• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargoarea, inside or outside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these areas aremore likely to be seriously injured or killed.

• Do not allow people to ride in any area ofyour vehicle that is not equipped with seatsand seat belts.

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To Fold Down The Rear SeatThere are two release levers located on eachupper outboard side of the rear seat. The largerof the two release levers folds down the seatand the head restraint simultaneously. Thesmaller lever folds down the head restraintindependently for improved visibility.

To fold the seat, lift upward on the large releaselever and slowly fold down the seatback. Thehead restraint will fold automatically with theseat when this lever is pulled.

NOTE:You may experience deformation in the seatcushion from the seat belt buckles if the seatsare left folded for an extended period of time.This is normal. By simply opening the seats tothe open position, the seat cushion will return toits normal shape over time.

To Raise The Rear SeatRaise the seatback and lock it into place. Then,raise the head restraint until it locks into place. Ifinterference from the cargo area prevents theseatback from fully locking, you will have diffi-culty returning the seat to its proper position.

WARNING!

Be certain that the seatback is securelylocked into position. If the seatback is notsecurely locked into position the seat will notprovide the proper stability for child seatsand/or passengers. An improperly latchedseat could cause serious injury.

Fold And Tumble Rear Seat — TwoDoor ModelsNOTE:

• Prior to folding the rear seat, it may benecessary to reposition the front seats.

• Be sure that the front seats are fully uprightand positioned forward. This will allow therear seat to fold down easily.

Folding The Rear Seat

1. Lift the seatback release lever and fold theseatback forward.

2. Slowly flip the entire seat forward.

Using The Retention Straps

1. There are two retention straps located on theback of the rear seat and two correspondingwire loops located on the back of eachb-pillar. Open the hook-and-loop fastener onthe strap and thread through the wire loop.Fold the hook-and-loop fastener over to keepthe seat in the folded position. This should bedone on both sides.

Seatback Release Lever

Rear Seatback Release Lever

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2. To return the seat to its normal upright posi-tion, reverse these steps.

Removing The Rear Seat

1. Push down on the release bar on each side,and pull the seat out and away from the lowerbracket.

2. Remove the seat from the vehicle.

3. To reinstall the rear seat, just reverse thesesteps.

NOTE:Do not drive the vehicle without reattaching therear seat latches.

WARNING!

• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargoarea, inside or outside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these areas aremore likely to be seriously injured or killed.

• Do not allow people to ride in any area ofyour vehicle that is not equipped with seatsand seat belts.


• In a collision, you or others in your vehiclecould be injured if seats are not properlylatched to their floor attachments. Alwaysbe sure that the seats are fully latched.

Rear Seat Armrest — If EquippedThe center part of the rear seat can also be usedas a rear armrest with cupholders. To unfold it,grab the pull strap under the head restraint andpull it forward.

NOTE:The cupholder liner can be removed for clean-ing.

WARNING!

Be certain that the seatback is securelylocked into position. If the seatback is notsecurely locked into position the seat will notprovide the proper stability for child seatsand/or passengers. An improperly latchedseat could cause serious injury.

HEAD RESTRAINTSHead restraints are designed to reduce the riskof injury by restricting head movement in theevent of a rear impact. Head restraints shouldbe adjusted so that the top of the head restraintis located above the top of your ear.

Rear Seat Tumble Position Retention Strap

Release Bar Location

Rear Seat Armrest

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WARNING!

• All occupants, including the driver, shouldnot operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’sseat until the head restraints are placed intheir proper positions in order to minimizethe risk of neck injury in the event of acrash.

• Head restraints should never be adjustedwhile the vehicle is in motion. Driving avehicle with the head restraints improperlyadjusted or removed could cause seriousinjury or death in the event of a collision.

Front Head RestraintsTo raise the head restraint, pull upward on thehead restraint. To lower the head restraint, pushthe adjustment button located on the base of thehead restraint, and push downward on the headrestraint. The release button does not need tobe pushed to adjust the head restraint.

To remove the head restraint, raise it as far as itcan go then push the adjustment button and therelease button at the base of each post whilepulling the head restraint up. To reinstall thehead restraint, put the head restraint posts intothe holes and push downward. Then adjust it tothe appropriate height.

WARNING!

• A loose head restraint thrown forward in acollision or hard stop could cause seriousinjury or death to occupants of the vehicle.Always securely stow removed head re-straints in a location outside the occupantcompartment.

• ALL the head restraints MUST be rein-stalled in the vehicle to properly protect theoccupants. Follow the re-installation in-structions above prior to operating the ve-hicle or occupying a seat.

NOTE:Do not reposition the head restraint 180 degreesto the incorrect position in an attempt to gainadditional clearance to the back of the head.

Rear Head Restraints — Two DoorModelsThe rear seat is equipped with non-adjustable,but foldable head restraints.

To fold the outboard head restraint, pull on therelease strap located on the upper outboardside of each rear seat.

Front Head Restraint

1 — Release Button2 — Adjustment Button

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To return the head restraint to its upward posi-tion, lift up on the head restraint until it locks intoplace.

Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in“Safety” for information on child seat tetherrouting.

WARNING!

• Do not drive the vehicle without the rearseat head restraints installed while passen-gers are occupying the rear seat. In acollision, people riding in this area withoutthe head restraints installed are more likelyto be seriously injured or killed.

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• ALL the head restraints MUST be rein-stalled in the vehicle to properly protect theoccupants. Follow the reinstallation in-structions above prior to operating the ve-hicle or occupying a seat.

Rear Head Restraints — Four DoorModelsThe rear seat is equipped with nonadjustable,but foldable, outboard head restraints, as wellas an adjustable, removable center head re-straint.

To fold the outboard head restraint, pull on theinner release lever, located on the upper part ofthe rear seat.

To return the head restraint to its upward posi-tion, lift up on the head restraint until it locks intoplace.

To raise the center head restraint, lift up on thehead restraint. To lower the center head re-straint, push the adjustment button, located atthe base of the head restraint, and push downon the head restraint.

Rear Head Restraints Folded Rear Head Restraint Lever

Rear Head Restraint Folded

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To remove the center head restraint, push therelease button, located on the base of the headrestraint, and pull upward on the head restraint.

To install the head restraint, hold the releasebutton while pushing downward on the headrestraint. Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems”in “Safety” for information on child seat tetherrouting.

NOTE:Lower the center head restraint to avoid contactwith the center console when folding the seatdown.

WARNING!

• Do not drive the vehicle without the rearseat head restraints installed while passen-gers are occupying the rear seat. In acollision, people riding in this area withoutthe head restraints installed are more likelyto be seriously injured or killed.


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• ALL the head restraints MUST be rein-stalled in the vehicle to properly protect theoccupants. Follow the reinstallation in-structions above prior to operating the ve-hicle or occupying a seat.

STEERING WHEEL

Tilt/Telescoping Steering ColumnThis feature allows you to tilt the steering col-umn upward or downward. It also allows you tolengthen or shorten the steering column. Thetilt/telescoping lever is located on the steeringcolumn, below the turn signal lever.

To unlock the steering column, push the controlhandle downward (toward the floor). To tilt thesteering column, move the steering wheel up-ward or downward as desired. To lengthen or

shorten the steering column, pull the steeringwheel outward or push it inward as desired. Tolock the steering column in position, push thecontrol handle upward until fully engaged.

WARNING!

Do not adjust the steering column whiledriving. Adjusting the steering column whiledriving or driving with the steering columnunlocked, could cause the driver to losecontrol of the vehicle. Failure to follow thiswarning may result in serious injury or death.

Heated Steering Wheel — IfEquippedThe steering wheel contains a heating elementthat helps warm your hands in cold weather. Theheated steering wheel has only one temperaturesetting. Once the heated steering wheel hasbeen turned on, it will stay on until the operatorturns it off. The heated steering wheel may notturn on when it is already warm.

The heated steering wheel control button islocated on the center of the instrument panelbelow the touchscreen and within the climate orcontrols screen of the touchscreen.

• Push the heated steering wheel buttononce to turn the heating element on.

• Push the heated steering wheel button asecond time to turn the heating element off.

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NOTE:The engine must be running for the heatedsteering wheel to operate.

Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start

On models that are equipped with remote start,the heated steering wheel can be programmedto come on during a remote start.

This feature can be programmed through theUconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”in “Multimedia” for further information.

WARNING!

• Persons who are unable to feel pain to theskin because of advanced age, chronicillness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medi-cation, exhaustion, or other physical condi-tions must exercise care when using thesteering wheel heater. It may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods.

• Do not place anything on the steeringwheel that insulates against heat, such asa blanket or steering wheel covers of anytype and material. This may cause thesteering wheel heater to overheat.

MIRRORS

Inside Day/Night Mirror — IfEquippedThe mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left,and right for various drivers. The mirror shouldbe adjusted to center on the view through therear window.

Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can bereduced by moving the small control under themirror to the night position (toward the rear ofthe vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted whileset in the day position (toward the windshield).

Automatic Dimming Mirror — IfEquippedThe mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left,and right for various drivers. The mirror shouldbe adjusted to center on the view through therear window.

The mirror automatically adjusts to headlightglare from vehicles behind you.

NOTE:The Automatic Dimming feature is disabledwhen the vehicle is in REVERSE to improve thedriver’s view.

The Automatic Dimming feature can be turn onor off through the touchscreen.

• Press the mirror dimmer button once to turnthe feature on.

• Press the mirror dimmer button a second timeto turn the feature off.

Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” forfurther information.

Adjusting Rearview Mirror

Automatic Dimming Mirror

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CAUTION!

To avoid damage to the mirror during clean-ing, never spray any cleaning solution di-rectly onto the mirror. Apply the solution ontoa clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean.

Outside MirrorsTo receive maximum benefit, adjust the outsidemirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of trafficwith a slight overlap of the view obtained on theinside mirror.

WARNING!

Vehicles and other objects seen in the pas-senger side convex mirror will look smallerand farther away than they really are. Relyingtoo much on your passenger side mirror

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could cause you to collide with another ve-hicle or other object. Use your inside mirrorwhen judging the size or distance of a vehicleseen in the passenger side mirror.

Power Mirrors — If EquippedThe power mirror controls are located on thedoor panel next to the door handle.

The power mirror controls consist of mirrorselect buttons and a four-way mirror controlswitch. To adjust a mirror, push either the L (left)or R (right) button to select the mirror that youwant to adjust.

Using the mirror control switch, push any of thefour arrows for the direction that you want themirror to move.

Heated Mirrors — If Equipped

These mirrors are heated to melt frostor ice. This feature will be activatedwhenever you turn on the rear windowdefroster (if equipped). Refer to “Cli-

mate Controls” in “Getting To Know Your Ve-hicle” for further information.

Vanity MirrorsVanity mirrors are located on the sun visors. Touse the mirrors, rotate the sun visor down andswing the mirror cover upward.

EXTERIOR LIGHTS

Headlight SwitchThe headlight switch is located on the left side ofthe instrument panel. This switch controls theoperation of the headlights, parking lights, auto-matic headlights — if equipped, instrument

Outside Rearview Mirror

Power Mirror Switch

Vanity Mirror

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panel lights, instrument panel light dimming,interior lights, fog lights — if equipped, andheadlight leveling — if equipped.

Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the firstdetent for parking light and instrument panellight operation. Rotate the headlight switch tothe second detent for headlight, parking light,and instrument panel light operation.

Daytime Running Lights — IfEquippedThe Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) are in adedicated position below the headlight assem-bly. DRLs are active when the Low Beams arenot and when the vehicle is shifted into anyposition other than PARK.

NOTE:The Daytime Running Lights, on the same sideof the vehicle as the active turn signal, will turnoff automatically when a turn signal is in opera-tion and turn on again when the turn signal is notoperating.

High/Low Beam SwitchPush the multifunction lever toward the instru-ment panel to switch the headlights to highbeams. The lever will return to the centeredposition. To return the headlights to low beam,pull the lever toward the steering wheel, or pushthe lever toward the instrument panel.

Flash-To-PassYou can signal another vehicle with your head-lights by lightly pulling the multifunction levertoward you. This will cause the high beamheadlights to turn on, and remain on, until thelever is released.

Automatic Headlights — If EquippedThis system automatically turns the headlightson or off according to ambient light levels. Toturn the system on, rotate the headlight switchclockwise to the last detent for automatic head-light operation. When the system is on, theheadlight time delay feature is also on. Thismeans the headlights will stay on for up to90 seconds after you place the ignition into theOFF position. To turn the automatic system off,move the headlight switch out of the AUTOposition.

NOTE:The engine must be running before the head-lights will come on in the automatic mode.

Headlight Switch

Multifunction Lever

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Front And Rear Fog Lights — IfEquippedThe fog light switches are built into the headlightswitch.

To activate the front fog lights, push the upperhalf of the headlight switch. To turn off the frontfog lights, push the upper half of the headlightswitch a second time.

To activate the rear fog lights, push the lowerhalf of the headlight switch. To turn off the rearfog lights, push the lower half of the headlightswitch a second time.

NOTE:To turn on the rear fog lamps, the low beamlamps or front fog lamps must first be active.

An indicator light in the instrument cluster illumi-nates when the fog lights are turned on.

Turn SignalsMove the multifunction lever up or down and thearrows on each side of the instrument clusterflash to show proper operation of the front andrear turn signal lights.

NOTE:If either light remains on and does not flash, orthere is a very fast flash rate, check for adefective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails tolight when the lever is moved, it would suggestthat the indicator bulb is defective.

Lane Change Assist — If EquippedTap the multifunction lever up or down once,without moving beyond the detent, and the turnsignal (right or left) will flash three times thenautomatically turn off.

Lights-On ReminderIf the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lightsare left on after the ignition is turned OFF, achime will sound when the driver’s door isopened.

Headlight Leveling System — IfEquippedYour vehicle may be equipped with a headlightleveling system. This system allows the driver tomaintain proper headlight beam position withthe road surface regardless of vehicle load.

The control switch is located on the instrumentpanel next to the dimmer control.

To operate, rotate the control switchuntil the appropriate number, whichcorresponds to the load listed onthe chart, aligns with the indicatorline on the switch.

0 /1 Driver only, or driverand front passenger.

2

All seating positionsoccupied, plus anevenly distributed

load in the luggagecompartment. Thetotal weight of pas-sengers and load

does not exceed themaximum load ca-

pacity of the vehicle.

3

Driver, plus anevenly distributed

load in the luggagecompartment. Thetotal weight of the

driver and load doesnot exceed the

maximum load ca-pacity of the vehicle.

Fog Light Switch Location

1 — Front Fog Light Switch2 — Rear Fog Light Switch

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INTERIOR LIGHTS

Courtesy LightsThe courtesy lights will turn on when the frontdoors are opened, by rotating the dimmer con-trols on the headlight switch fully upward, or, ifequipped, when the unlock button is pushed onthe key fob.

The interior courtesy lights are located in thecenter of the vehicle’s sport bar, and consist ofone large center light and four smaller readinglights. Each reading light can be turned on bypushing the lens. Pushing the lens a secondtime will turn the light off.

When a door is open and the interior lights areon, rotating the dimmer control to the extremebottom position will cause all the interior lights toturn off. This is also known as “Party” modebecause it allows the doors to stay open forextended periods of time without dischargingthe vehicle’s battery.

Dimmer ControlsThe dimmer controls are part of the headlightswitch and are located on the left side of theinstrument panel.

With the parking lights or headlights on, rotatingthe right dimmer control upward will increase thebrightness of the instrument panel lights. Rotat-ing the left dimmer control will adjust the interiorand ambient light levels.

WINDSHIELD WIPERS ANDWASHERSThe windshield wiper/washer control lever islocated on the right side of the steering column.The front wipers are operated by rotating aswitch, located at the end of the lever.

Refer to “Rear Window Wiper/Washer” in thissection for further information on using the rearwindow wiper/washer.

Windshield Wiper OperationRotate the end of the lever upward to thesecond detent past the intermittent settings forlow-speed wiper operat

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