Fiat 2021 500X Owner's manual

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2021 FIAT

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500X OWNER’S MANUAL

2021 FIAT

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500X

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judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.

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DRIVING AND ALCOHOL: Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be

seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a

designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend or use public transportation.

WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle

can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are

known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize

exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................. 7

2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ..................................................................................13

3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................................................... 69

4 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................................................................ 88

5 MULTIMEDIA .............................................................................................................................. 140

6 SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................... 200

7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY .................................................................................................... 253

8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................... 271

9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................ 333

10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE .....................................................................................................339

11 INDEX .............................................................................................................................................345

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INTRODUCTION

Symbols Key..............................................................8

ROLLOVER WARNING .............................................8

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS.............9

Symbol Glossary.......................................................9

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

KEYS ........................................................................ 13

Key Fob .............................................................13

SENTRY KEY ........................................................... 16

IGNITION SWITCH .................................................. 17

Keyless Enter-N-Go Ignition .............................17

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 18

How To Use Remote Start................................18

To Exit Remote Start Mode..............................19

Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —

If Equipped........................................................20

Remote Start Comfort Systems —

If Equipped .......................................................20

Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer

And Rear Defrost Activation — If Equipped.....20

Remote Start Cancel Message —

If Equipped........................................................21

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .....21

To Arm The System .........................................21

To Disarm The System ....................................21

Disabling ...........................................................22

DOORS.....................................................................22

Manual Door Locks ..........................................22

Power Door Locks ............................................23

Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry

(If Equipped) .....................................................23

Automatic Door Locks —

If Equipped .......................................................26

Child-Protection Door Lock System —

Rear Doors........................................................26

STEERING WHEEL ...............................................27

Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .....27

Heated Steering Wheel —

If Equipped........................................................27

SEATS ......................................................................28

Manual Adjustment (Front Seats)...................28

Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats)....................29

Power Adjustment Front Seats —

If Equipped........................................................31

Heated Seats — If Equipped ...........................32

Head Restraints ..............................................32

UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION ........................ 34

Introducing Voice Recognition ........................34

Get Started .......................................................35

Basic Voice Commands ...................................35

Additional Information .....................................35

MIRRORS ............................................................... 36

Inside Rearview Mirror.....................................36

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors —

If Equipped ......................................................36

Outside Mirrors ................................................37

Power Mirrors ...................................................37

Folding Mirror ...................................................37

Power Folding Mirrors — If Equipped..............38

Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .........................38

EXTERIOR LIGHTS.................................................. 38

Headlight Switch .............................................38

Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) —

If Equipped ......................................................39

High Beams ......................................................39

Flash-To-Pass ...................................................39

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..............40

Parking Lights...................................................40

Headlight Time Delay ......................................40

Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .......................40

Turn Signals ....................................................41

Lane Change Assist .........................................41

Courtesy Lights/Approaching Lights...............41

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INTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................. 41

Front Courtesy Light.........................................41

Cargo Area Lights .............................................43

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .............. 43

Windshield Wiper Operation ...........................43

Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ................44

Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...........................45

Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped.........46

CLIMATE CONTROLS ............................................ 46

Automatic Climate Control Descriptions

And Functions...................................................46

Manual Climate Control Descriptions And

Functions ..........................................................50

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...........52

Climate Voice Recognition...............................52

Operating Tips .................................................53

INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT............... 55

Storage..............................................................55

Sun Visors “Slide-On-Rod”...............................56

USB/Media Player Control .............................57

Power Outlets ..................................................57

Cigar Lighter — If Equipped .............................58

Ashtray — If Equipped ......................................58

Grab Handles....................................................59

WINDOWS............................................................... 59

Power Window Controls ...................................59

SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED.....................................61

Opening And Closing The Sunroof...................61

Pinch Protect Feature ......................................62

Venting Sunroof................................................62

Sun Shade ........................................................62

Sunroof Maintenance ......................................62

Emergency Operation ......................................62

Power Sunroof Relearn Procedure..................62

HOOD ...................................................................63

To Open The Hood............................................63

To Close The Hood ...........................................64

LIFTGATE .................................................................64

To Unlock/Open The Liftgate...........................64

Lock/Close The Liftgate...................................65

Cargo Area Features ........................................65

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ..............68

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .........................................69

Instrument Cluster Descriptions .....................70

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY.........................70

Instrument Cluster Display

Control Buttons ................................................71

Engine Oil Change Reset — If Equipped .........71

Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu..........72

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................... 77

Red Warning Lights..........................................77

Yellow Warning Lights......................................80

Yellow Indicator Lights.....................................84

Green Indicator Lights .....................................84

White Indicator Lights......................................85

Blue Indicator Lights........................................85

Gray Indicator Lights........................................86

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ........ 86

Onboard Diagnostic System

(OBD II) Cybersecurity......................................86

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS................................. 87

STARTING AND OPERATING

STARTING THE ENGINE......................................... 88

Tip Start Feature .............................................88

If Engine Fails To Start ....................................88

Cold Weather Operation ..................................89

Extended Park Starting....................................89

After Starting — Warming Up The Engine .......90

Stopping The Engine........................................90

Turbocharger “Cool Down” — If Equipped ......90

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .......... 90

ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB)............................. 91

Auto Park Brake ...............................................93

SafeHold ...........................................................93

Brake Service Mode.........................................93

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .............................. 94

Gear Selector....................................................95

Gear Ranges .....................................................96

Transmission Limp Home Mode .....................99

Ignition Park Interlock......................................99

Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)

System ........................................................... 100

ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — IF EQUIPPED .......100

DYNAMIC SELECTOR — IF EQUIPPED ...............100

Warning Messages........................................ 101

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING.............................101

STOP/START SYSTEM.........................................101

Automatic Mode ............................................ 101

Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not

Autostop......................................................... 102

To Start The Engine While In

Autostop Mode .............................................. 102

To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start

System ........................................................... 103

To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start

System ........................................................... 103

System Malfunction ...................................... 103

CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS —

IF EQUIPPED.........................................................103

Cruise Control — If Equipped ........................ 104

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —

If Equipped..................................................... 105

FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST —

IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 115

Park Assist Sensors ...................................... 116

Park Assist Warning Display......................... 116

Park Assist Display........................................ 116

Enabling And Disabling Park Assist ............. 120

Service The Park Assist System ................... 120

Cleaning The Park Assist System................. 121

Park Assist System Usage Precautions ....... 121

LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED .............................. 122

LaneSense Operation ................................... 122

Turning LaneSense On Or Off....................... 122

LaneSense Warning Message...................... 123

Changing LaneSense Status ........................ 124

PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA .............. 125

ADDING FUEL....................................................... 126

VEHICLE LOADING ............................................. 127

Certification Label ......................................... 127

TRAILER TOWING................................................ 129

Common Towing Definitions......................... 129

Trailer Hitch Classification............................ 131

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight

Ratings) ....................................................... 132

Trailer And Tongue Weight ........................... 132

Towing Requirements .................................. 133

Towing Tips .................................................... 136

RECREATIONAL TOWING

(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ................................... 137

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another

Vehicle ........................................................... 137

DRIVING TIPS .......................................................138

Driving On Slippery Surfaces........................ 138

Driving Through Water ................................. 138

MULTIMEDIA

UCONNECT SYSTEMS .........................................140

CYBERSECURITY .................................................140

UCONNECT SETTINGS .....................................141

Customer Programmable Features ............. 141

UCONNECT INTRODUCTION................................155

System Overview........................................... 155

Drag & Drop Menu Bar ................................. 157

Safety And General Information................... 157

UCONNECT MODES .............................................158

Steering Wheel Audio Controls ................. 158

Radio Mode .................................................. 159

Media Mode ................................................. 169

Phone Mode ................................................. 172

ANDROID AUTO™ & APPLE CARPLAY® —

IF EQUIPPED .......................................................184

Android Auto™ .............................................. 184

Apple CarPlay® ............................................. 187

Android Auto™ And Apple CarPlay®

Tips And Tricks .............................................. 189

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NAVIGATION MODE — IF EQUIPPED..................190

Navigation Main Menu.................................. 190

Navigating A Route........................................ 191

Search............................................................ 192

Current Route ................................................ 192

My Places....................................................... 195

Parking ........................................................... 196

Gas Stations .................................................. 196

Settings .......................................................... 197

RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES......199

Regulatory And Safety Information .............. 199

SAFETY

SAFETY FEATURES ..............................................200

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 200

Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ....... 201

AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ..........................205

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —

If Equipped .................................................... 205

Full Brake Control System With

Mitigation....................................................... 209

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS)............................................................ 214

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....................217

Occupant Restraint Systems ........................ 217

Important Safety Precautions....................... 217

Seat Belt Systems ......................................... 218

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...... 224

Child Restraints ............................................ 236

SAFETY TIPS ..................................................... 249

Transporting Passengers.............................. 249

Transporting Pets ....................................... 249

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside

The Vehicle ................................................... 249

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make

Outside The Vehicle ...................................... 251

Exhaust Gas................................................... 252

Carbon Monoxide Warnings ......................... 252

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ....................... 253

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ........................ 253

Preparations For Jacking ............................. 254

Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage —

If Equipped..................................................... 254

Jacking Instructions ..................................... 255

TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED .................... 259

Tire Service Kit Storage ................................ 259

Tire Service Kit Components And

Operation ....................................................... 259

Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions.............. 260

Replacing The Sealant.................................. 261

JUMP STARTING.................................................. 261

Preparations For Jump Start ........................ 262

Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 263

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ......................... 264

GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE ............................. 264

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .............................. 266

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .........................267

All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models...................... 267

Tow Eye Usage — If Equipped ...................... 268

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM

(EARS) ..................................................................270

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).........................270

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ..............................271

Maintenance Plan......................................... 271

ENGINE COMPARTMENT ....................................277

1.3L Turbo Engine......................................... 277

Checking Oil Level......................................... 278

Adding Washer Fluid ................................... 278

Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 279

Pressure Washing ......................................... 279

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .....................................279

Engine Oil ...................................................... 280

Engine Oil Filter ............................................. 280

Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............................... 280

Accessory Drive Belt Inspection................... 281

Air Conditioner Maintenance........................ 281

Body Lubrication ........................................... 282

Windshield Wiper Blades.............................. 282

Exhaust System ............................................ 284

Cooling System.............................................. 285

Brake System ............................................... 289

Automatic Transmission ............................... 290

FUSES ............................................................ 291

BULB REPLACEMENT.................................... 298

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TIRES .....................................................................309

Tire Safety Information ................................ 309

Tires — General Information ......................... 317

Tire Types....................................................... 322

Spare Tires — If Equipped............................. 323

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care......................... 324

Snow Traction Devices ................................. 326

Tire Rotation Recommendations ................ 327

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....................328

Treadwear...................................................... 328

Traction Grades............................................. 328

Temperature Grades..................................... 328

STORING THE VEHICLE .......................................329

BODYWORK..........................................................329

Protection From Atmospheric Agents .......... 329

Body And Underbody Maintenance.............. 329

Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 330

INTERIORS ...........................................................331

Seats And Fabric Parts.................................. 331

Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 331

Leather Surfaces........................................... 332

Glass Surfaces .............................................. 332

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 333

BRAKE SYSTEM................................................... 333

WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE

SPECIFICATIONS ................................................. 333

Torque Specifications ................................... 333

FUEL REQUIREMENTS ....................................... 334

1.3L Turbo Engine......................................... 334

Reformulated Gasoline ............................ 334

Materials Added To Fuel ............................. 335

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ....................... 335

Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel

Vehicles.......................................................... 335

CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ...... 336

Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese

Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline...................... 336

Fuel System Cautions ................................... 336

FLUID CAPACITIES .............................................. 337

ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS................... 337

CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................ 338

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE

FOR YOUR VEHICLE ........................................... 339

Prepare For The Appointment ...................... 339

Prepare A List ................................................ 339

Be Reasonable With Requests..................... 339

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ................................339

FCA US LLC Customer Center....................... 340

FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center .............. 340

Mexico............................................................ 340

Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands ............. 340

Customer Assistance For The Hearing

Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY).................... 340

Service Contract ........................................... 340

WARRANTY INFORMATION................................341

MOPAR® PARTS .................................................341

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ..........................341

In The 50 United States And

Washington, D.C............................................ 341

In Canada ...................................................... 342

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ..........................342

General Information............................................342

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INTRODUCTION

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Fiat® vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.

This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance

of your vehicle. It is supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC

offers to its customers as well as the details of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications

carefully before driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions, recommendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual will help

ensure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

This Owner's Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated

in the text. Therefore, you should only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content

introduced throughout the Owner's Information, which may or may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”.

All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement

of the vehicles produced. For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For

further information, contact an authorized dealer.

When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your vehicle best, have factory-trained technicians and genuine Mopar® parts, and

care about your satisfaction.

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SYMBOLS KEY

If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important

information. Observe all Cautions and Warnings.

ROLLOVER WARNING

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of

vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center

of gravity than many passenger vehicles. It is capable of performing better

in a wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in an unsafe manner, all

vehicles can go out of control. Because of the higher center of gravity, if

this vehicle is out of control it may roll over while some other vehicles may

not.

Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other unsafe driving

actions that can cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this

vehicle safely may result in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe

or fatal injury. Drive carefully.

Rollover Warning Label

WARNING!

These statements are against operating

procedures that could result in a collision,

bodily injury and/or death.

CAUTION!

These statements are against procedures that

could result in damage to your vehicle.

NOTE:

A suggestion which will improve installation,

operation, and reliability. If not followed, may

result in damage.

TIP:

General ideas/solutions/suggestions on easier

use of the product or functionality.

PAGE REFERENCE

ARROW

Follow this reference for additional information

on a particular feature.

FOOTNOTE

Supplementary and relevant information

pertaining to the topic.

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Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major

cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S. government notes that the

universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by

10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two

million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly

more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

SYMBOL GLOSSARY

Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating

precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to

follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the

definition of each symbol Ú page 77.

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its

roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in

serious injury or death.

Red Warning Lights

Air Bag Warning Light

Ú page 77

Brake Warning Light

Ú page 77

Battery Charge Warning Light

Ú page 78

Coolant Temperature Warning Light

Ú page 78

Door Open Warning Light

Ú page 78

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light

Ú page 78

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light

Ú page 79

Hood Open Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 79

Oil Pressure Warning Light

Ú page 79

Red Warning Lights

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Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

Ú page 79

Transmission Fault Warning Light

Ú page 79

Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 79

Trunk Open Warning Light

Ú page 80

Yellow Warning Lights

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light —

If Equipped

Ú page 80

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

Ú page 80

Audio System Failure Light — If Equipped

Ú page 80

Red Warning Lights

Electronic Park Brake Warning Light

Ú page 80

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light —

If Equipped

Ú page 80

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light —

If Equipped

Ú page 80

Drive Mode System Overheating

Ú page 81

Exterior Light Failure Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 81

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 81

Low Fuel Warning Light

Ú page 81

LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 81

Yellow Warning Lights

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Service LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 81

Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)

Ú page 81

Service Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 82

Service Stop/Start System Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 82

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light

Ú page 82

Transmission Temperature Warning Light

Ú page 83

Yellow Indicator Lights

Exterior Bulb Failure Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 84

Yellow Warning Lights

Full Brake Control System Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 84

Full Brake Control System Off Indicator Light —

If Equipped

Ú page 84

Fuel Cutoff Failure Light — If Equipped

Ú page 84

Fuel Cutoff Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 84

Fuel Level Sensor Failure

Ú page 84

Icy Road Condition Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 84

Immobilizer Fail/VPS Electrical Alarm Indicator Light

Ú page 84

Yellow Indicator Lights

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Green Indicator Lights

Cruise Control Set Indicator Light

Ú page 84

Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 85

LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 85

Park/Headlight On Indicator Light

Ú page 85

Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 85

Turn Signal Indicator Lights

Ú page 85

White Indicator Lights

LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 85

Light Sensor Failure

Ú page 85

Speed Warning Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 85

Blue Indicator Lights

High Beam Indicator Light

Ú page 85

Gray Indicator Lights

Cruise Control Ready/Canceled Indicator Light

Ú page 86

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

KEYS

KEY FOB

Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which

supports Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry

(RKE), Keyless Enter-N-Go (if equipped), and

Remote Start (if equipped). The key fob allows

you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or

activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to

approximately 66 ft (20 m).

The key fob does not need to be pointed at the

vehicle to activate the system. The key fob also

contains an emergency key, which is stored in

the rear of the key fob.

NOTE:

The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if

the key fob is located next to a mobile phone,

laptop, or other electronic device. This may

result in poor performance.

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Keyless Ignition Key Fob

In case the ignition switch does not change with

the push of a button, the key fob may have a low

or fully depleted battery. A low key fob battery

can be verified by referring to the instrument

cluster, which will display directions to follow

Ú page 342.

To Unlock/Lock The Doors And Liftgate

Push and release the unlock button on the key

fob once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice

within five seconds to unlock all the doors and

the liftgate. To lock all the doors and the liftgate,

push the lock button once.

When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals

will flash and the illuminated entry system will

be activated. When the doors are locked, the

turn signals will flash and the horn will chirp.

NOTE:

If the vehicle is unlocked by a key fob, and no

door is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle

will re-lock and if equipped, the security system

will arm.

All doors can be programmed to unlock on the

first push of the unlock button within Uconnect

Settings Ú page 141.

Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob

The recommended replacement battery is one

CR2032 battery.

NOTE:

 Customers are recommended to use a

battery obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket

coin battery dimensions may not meet the

original OEM coin battery dimensions.

 Perchlorate Material — special handling may

apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-

ouswaste/perchlorate for further informa-

tion.

 Do not touch the battery terminals that are

on the back housing or the printed circuit

board.

1 — Unlock

2 — Emergency Key

3 — Lock

4 — Remote Start

5 — PANIC

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1. Remove the emergency key (2) by sliding

the emergency key release (1) on the back

of the key fob and pulling the emergency

key out with your other hand.

Emergency Key Removal

2. Separate the key fob halves using a #2 flat

blade screwdriver or a coin, and gently pry

the two halves of the key fob apart. Make

sure not to damage the seal during removal.

Emergency Key Removal

Separating Case With A Coin

Key Fob Battery Replacement

3. Remove the back cover to access and

replace the battery. When replacing the

battery, match the (+) sign on the battery to

the (+) sign on the inside of the battery clip,

located on the back cover. Avoid touching

the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils

may cause battery deterioration. If you

touch a battery, clean it with rubbing

alcohol.

4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two

halves together.

1 — Emergency Key Release Button

2 — Emergency Key

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Programming And Requesting Additional

Key Fobs

Programming the key fob may be performed by

an authorized dealer.

NOTE:

 Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it

cannot be repurposed and reprogrammed to

another vehicle.

 Only key fobs that are programmed to the

vehicle electronics can be used to start and

operate the vehicle.

Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an

authorized dealer. This procedure consists of

programming a blank key fob to the vehicle

electronics. A blank key fob is one that has

never been programmed.

NOTE:

 When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer

system serviced, bring all vehicle keys with

you to an authorized dealer.

 Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut

to match the vehicle locks.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents

unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the

engine. The system does not need to be armed

or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless

of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.

The system uses a key fob, keyless push button

ignition and a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver to

prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.

Therefore, only key fobs that are programmed

to the vehicle can be used to start and operate

the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off

in two seconds if an incorrect key fob is used to

start the engine.

After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN

position, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on

for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light

remains on after the bulb check, it indicates

that there is a problem with the electronics. In

addition, if the light begins to flash after the

bulb check, it indicates that someone used an

invalid key fob to start the engine. Either of

these conditions will result in the engine being

shut off after two seconds.

WARNING!

 The integrated key fob contains a coin cell

battery. Do not ingest the battery; there is a

chemical burn hazard. If the coin cell

battery is swallowed, it can cause severe

internal burns in just two hours and can

lead to death.

 If you think a battery may have been swal-

lowed or placed inside any part of the body,

seek immediate medical attention.

 Keep new and used batteries away from

children. If the battery compartment does

not close securely, stop using the product

and keep it away from children.

WARNING!

 Always remove the key fobs from the

vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the

vehicle unattended.

 Always remember to place the ignition in

the OFF position.

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If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during

normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for

longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there

is a fault in the electronics. Should this occur,

have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by

an authorized dealer.

All of the key fobs provided with your new

vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle

electronics Ú page 342.

IGNITION SWITCH

KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO IGNITION

This feature allows the driver to operate the

ignition switch with the push of a button as long

as the key fob is in the passenger compartment.

The START/STOP ignition button has three

operating positions. These positions are

OFF, ON, and RUN.

START/STOP Ignition Button

The push button ignition can be placed in the

following positions:

OFF

 The engine is stopped.

 No electrical devices are available.

ON

 The vehicle is not running.

 Some electrical devices (power locks, alarm,

etc.) are still available.

RUN

 Driving mode.

 All the electrical devices are available (e.g.

climate controls, heated seats, etc).

NOTE:

The vehicle will not start if the key fob is located

inside the cargo area and the liftgate is opened.

Backup Starting Method

NOTE:

If the ignition switch does not change with the

push of a button, the key fob may have a low or

depleted battery. In this situation, a back up

method can be used to operate the ignition

switch. Put the nose side (side opposite of the

emergency key) of the key fob against the

START/STOP ignition button and push to

operate the ignition switch.

CAUTION!

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not

compatible with some aftermarket remote

starting systems. Use of these systems may

result in vehicle starting problems and loss of

security protection.

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NOTE:

For more information on proper engine starting

procedures, see Ú page 88.

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED

This system uses the key fob to start

the engine conveniently from outside

the vehicle while still maintaining

security. The system has a range of

approximately 328 ft (100 m).

Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold

weather, and to reach a comfortable climate in

all ambient conditions before the driver enters

the vehicle.

NOTE:

Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob

may reduce this range.

HOW TO USE REMOTE START

Push and release the Remote Start button on

the key fob twice within five seconds. The

vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights will

flash, and the horn will chirp twice (if

programmed). Then, the engine will start, and

the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start

mode for a 15 minute cycle. Pushing the

Remote Start button a third time shuts the

engine off.

WARNING!

 When leaving the vehicle, always remove

the key fob from the vehicle and lock your

vehicle.

 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or

with access to an unlocked vehicle.

 Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-

tended is dangerous for a number of

reasons. A child or others could be seriously

or fatally injured. Children should be

warned not to touch the parking brake,

brake pedal or the gear selector.

 Do not leave the key fob in or near the

vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil-

dren, and do not leave the ignition in the ON

or RUN position. A child could operate

power windows, other controls, or move the

vehicle.

 Do not leave children or animals inside

parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior

heat build-up may cause serious injury or

death.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for

thieves. Always remove key fob from the

vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the

vehicle unattended.

WARNING!

 Do not start or run an engine in a closed

garage or confined area. Exhaust gas

contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is

odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is

poisonous and can cause serious injury or

death when inhaled.

 Keep key fobs away from children. Opera-

tion of the Remote Start system, windows,

door locks or other controls could cause

serious injury or death.

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