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What Causes Corrosion?

Corrosion is the result of deterioration or

removal of paint and protective coatings from

your vehicle.
The most common causes are:



Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.



Stone and gravel impact.



Insects, tree sap and tar.



Salt in the air near seacoast localities.



Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.

Body And Underbody Maintenance

Cleaning Headlights

Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights

and fog lights that are lighter and less

susceptible to stone breakage than glass

headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and

therefore different lens cleaning procedures

must be followed.

To minimize the possibility of scratching the

lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping

with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with

a mild soap solution followed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components,

solvents, steel wool or other aggressive

material to clean the lenses.

Preserving The Bodywork

Washing



Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash

your vehicle in the shade using Mopar Car

Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the

panels completely with clear water.



If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have

accumulated on your vehicle, use Mopar

Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover to

remove.



Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as

Mopar Cleaner Wax to remove road film,

stains and to protect your paint finish. Take

care never to scratch the paint.



Avoid using abrasive compounds and power

buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin

out the paint finish.

CAUTION!



Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning

materials such as steel wool or scouring

powder that will scratch metal and painted

surfaces.



Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi

(8,274 kPa) can result in damage or

removal of paint and decals.

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Special Care



If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you

drive near the ocean, hose off the undercar

riage at least once a month.



It is important that the drain holes in the

lower edges of the doors, rocker panels, and

trunk be kept clear and open.



If you detect any stone chips or scratches in

the paint, touch them up immediately. The

cost of such repairs is considered the respon

sibility of the owner.



If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision

or similar cause that destroys the paint and

protective coating, have your vehicle repaired

as soon as possible. The cost of such repairs

is considered the responsibility of the owner.



If you carry special cargo such as chemicals,

fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such

materials are well packaged and sealed.



If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads,

consider mud or stone shields behind each

wheel.



Use Mopar Touch Up Paint on scratches as

soon as possible. An authorized dealer has

touch up paint to match the color of your

vehicle.

INTERIORS

Seats And Fabric Parts

Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric

upholstery and carpeting.

Seat Belt Maintenance

Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with

chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will

weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also

weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap

solution or lukewarm water. Do not remove the

belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a

soft cloth.

Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn

or if the buckles do not work properly.

Plastic And Coated Parts

Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.

WARNING!

Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning

purposes. Many are potentially flammable,

and if used in closed areas they may cause

respiratory harm.

WARNING!

A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a

collision and leave you with no protection.

Inspect the belt system periodically, checking

for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts

must be replaced immediately. Do not

disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt

assemblies must be replaced after a collision

if they have been damaged (i.e., bent

retractor, torn webbing, etc.).

CAUTION!



Direct contact of air fresheners, insect

repellents, suntan lotions, or hand sani

tizers to the plastic, painted, or decorated

surfaces of the interior may cause perma

nent damage. Wipe away immediately.



Damage caused by these type of products

may not be covered by your New Vehicle

Limited Warranty.

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Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses

The lenses in front of the instruments in this

vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When

cleaning the lenses, care must be taken to

avoid scratching the plastic.

1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap

solution may be used, but do not use high

alcohol content or abrasive cleaners. If

soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp

cloth.

2. Dry with a soft cloth.

Glass Surfaces

All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a

regular basis with Mopar Glass Cleaner, or any

commercial household-type glass cleaner.

Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution

when cleaning the inside rear window equipped

with electric defrosters or windows equipped

with radio antennas. Do not use scrapers or

other sharp instruments that may scratch the

elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray

cleaner on the towel or cloth that you are using.

Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror.

Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders

Removal

Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer

starting at one edge to ease removal.

Cleaning

The liner is top shelf dishwasher safe, or you

may follow the cleaning procedure below.
Soak the liner in a mixture of medium hot tap

water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish

soap. Let soak for approximately 30 minutes.

After 30 minutes, pull the liner from the water

and dip it back into the water about six times.

This will loosen any remaining debris. Rinse the

liner thoroughly under warm running water.

Shake the excess water from the liner and dry

the outer surfaces with a clean soft cloth.

Installation

Place the liner into the cupholder drawer and

push the liner into place so that the retention

tabs seat into the corresponding openings in

the drawer.

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IDENTIFICATION DATA

Vehicle Identification Number

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found

on the left front corner of the instrument panel,

visible through the windshield.

Windshield VIN Location

NOTE:

It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

BRAKE SYSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic

brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic

systems loses normal capability, the remaining

system will still function. However, there will be

some loss of overall braking effectiveness. You

may notice increased pedal travel during

application, greater pedal force required to slow

or stop, and potential activation of the Brake

Warning Light.
In the event power assist is lost for any reason

(i.e., repeated brake applications with the

engine off) the brakes will still function.

However, the effort required to brake the

vehicle will be much greater than that required

with the power system operating.

WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to

ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to

the vehicle. Any time a wheel has been removed

and reinstalled on the vehicle, the lug nuts/

bolts should be torqued using a properly

calibrated torque wrench using a high quality six

sided (hex) deep wall socket.

Torque Specifications

**Use only authorized dealer recommended

lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or

oil before tightening.

Lug Nut/Bolt

Torque

**Lug Nut/

Bolt Size

Lug Nut/Bolt

Socket Size

100 Ft-Lbs

(135 N·m)

M12 x 1.5

19 mm

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Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to

mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or

loose particles.

Wheel Mounting Surface

Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until

each nut/bolt has been tightened twice. Ensure

that the socket is fully engaged on the lug

nut/bolt (do not insert it halfway).

Torque Patterns

After 25 miles (40 km), check the lug nut/bolt

torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are

properly seated against the wheel.

FUEL REQUIREMENTS

3.6L Engine

This engine is designed to meet all

emissions regulations and provide

excellent fuel economy and

performance when using high-quality

unleaded “Regular” gasoline having an octane

rating of 87 as specified by the

(R+M)/2 method. The use of higher octane

“Premium” gasoline will not provide any benefit

over “Regular” gasoline in these engines.
While operating on gasoline with an octane

number of 87, hearing a light knocking sound

from the engine is not a cause for concern.

However, if the engine is heard making a heavy

knocking sound, see your dealer immediately.

Use of gasoline with an octane number lower

than 87 can cause engine failure and may void

or not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited

Warranty.

WARNING!

To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the

jack, do not tighten the lug nuts/bolts fully

until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to

follow this warning may result in personal

injury.

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Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such

as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you

experience these symptoms, try another brand

of gasoline before considering service for the

vehicle.

Reformulated Gasoline

Many areas of the country require the use of

cleaner burning gasoline referred to as

“Reformulated Gasoline”. Reformulated

gasoline contains oxygenates and are specif

ically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and

improve air quality.
The use of reformulated gasoline is

recommended. Properly blended reformulated

gasoline will provide improved performance

and durability of engine and fuel system

components.

Materials Added To Fuel

Besides using unleaded gasoline with the

proper octane rating, gasolines that contain

detergents, corrosion and stability additives are

recommended. Using gasolines that have these

additives will help improve fuel economy,

reduce emissions, and maintain vehicle

performance.

Designated TOP TIER Detergent

Gasoline contains a higher level of

detergents to further aide in

minimizing engine and fuel system

deposits. When available, the usage of TOP

TIER Detergent Gasoline is recommended.

Visit

www.toptiergas.com

for a list of TOP TIER

Detergent Gasoline Retailers.
Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning

agents should be avoided. Many of these

materials intended for gum and varnish

removal may contain active solvents or similar

ingredients. These can harm fuel system gasket

and diaphragm materials.

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends

Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline

with oxygenates such as ethanol.

Problems that result from using gasoline

containing more than 15% ethanol (E-15) or

gasoline containing methanol are not the

responsibility of the manufacturer and may void

or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited

Warranty.

CAUTION!

DO NOT use E-85, gasoline containing

methanol, or gasoline containing more than

15% ethanol (E-15). Use of these blends may

result in starting and drivability problems,

damage critical fuel system components,

cause emissions to exceed the applicable

standard, and/or cause the Malfunction

Indicator Light to illuminate. Please observe

pump labels as they should clearly

communicate if a fuel contains greater than

15% ethanol (E-15).

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Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible

with gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol

(E-15). Use of gasoline with higher ethanol

content may void the New Vehicle Limited

Warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with

E-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of

these symptoms:



Operate in a lean mode.



OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on.



Poor engine performance.



Poor cold start and cold drivability.



Increased risk for fuel system component

corrosion.

CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications

Modifications that allow the engine to run on

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquid

Propane (LP) may result in damage to the

engine, emissions, and fuel system

components. Problems that result from running

CNG or LP are not the responsibility of the

manufacturer and may void or not be covered

under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

MMT In Gasoline

Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl

(MMT) is a manganese-containing metallic

additive that is blended into some gasoline to

increase octane. Gasoline blended with MMT

provides no performance advantage beyond

gasoline of the same octane number without

MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduces

spark plug life and reduces emissions system

performance in some vehicles. The

manufacturer recommends that gasoline

without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT

content of gasoline may not be indicated on the

gasoline pump; therefore, you should ask your

gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains

MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal and

California reformulated gasoline.

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Fuel System Cautions

NOTE:

Intentional tampering with the emissions

control system can result in civil penalties being

assessed against you.

Carbon Monoxide Warnings

CAUTION!

Follow these guidelines to maintain your

vehicle’s performance:



The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by

Federal law. Using leaded gasoline can

impair engine performance and damage

the emissions control system.



An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or igni

tion malfunctions can cause the catalytic

converter to overheat. If you notice a

pungent burning odor or some light smoke,

your engine may be out of tune or malfunc

tioning and may require immediate service.

Contact an authorized dealer for service

assistance.



The use of fuel additives, which are now

being sold as octane enhancers, is not

recommended. Most of these products

contain high concentrations of methanol.

Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor

mance problems resulting from the use of

such fuels or additives is not the responsi

bility of the manufacturer and may void or

not be covered under the New Vehicle

Limited Warranty.

CAUTION!

(Continued)

WARNING!

Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is

deadly. Follow the precautions below to

prevent carbon monoxide poisoning:



Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain

carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless

gas, which can kill. Never run the engine in

a closed area, such as a garage, and never

sit in a parked vehicle with the engine

running for an extended period. If the

vehicle is stopped in an open area with the

engine running for more than a short

period, adjust the ventilation system to

force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.



Guard against carbon monoxide with

proper maintenance. Have the exhaust

system inspected every time the vehicle is

raised. Have any abnormal conditions

repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with

all side windows fully open.

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FLUID CAPACITIES

Metric

Fuel (Approximate)

20 Gallons

76 Liters

Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L Engine

(SAE 5W-20, API Certified).

6 Quarts

5.6 Liters

Cooling System *
3.6L Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/

Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000

Mile (240,000 km) Formula or

equivalent) meeting the

requirements of FCA Material

Standard MS.90032.

13.4 Quarts

12.6 Liters

* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. Add 2.9 Quarts (2.8 Liters) if equipped with a rear heater.

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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

Engine

Component

Fluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part

Engine Coolant

We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula OAT (Organic

Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.

Engine Oil

We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material

Standard MS-6395 such as Mopar, Pennzoil, and Pennzoil Gold Semi-Synthetic. Refer to your engine oil filler

cap for correct SAE grade.

Engine Oil Filter

We recommend you use Mopar Engine Oil Filters.

Spark Plugs

We recommend you use Mopar Spark Plugs.

Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine

87 Octane (R+M)/2, 0-15% Ethanol.

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CAUTION!



Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other

than specified Organic Additive Technology

(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may

result in engine damage and may decrease

corrosion protection. Organic Additive Tech

nology (OAT) engine coolant is different and

should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic

Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant

(antifreeze) or any “globally compatible”

coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine

coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the

cooling system in an emergency, the

cooling system will need to be drained,

flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant

(conforming to MS.90032), by an autho

rized dealer as soon as possible.



Do not use water alone or alcohol-based

engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do

not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust

products, as they may not be compatible

with the radiator engine coolant and may

plug the radiator.

CAUTION!

(Continued)



This vehicle has not been designed for use

with propylene glycol-based engine coolant

(antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based

engine coolant (antifreeze) is not

recommended.

CAUTION!

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Chassis

Component

Fluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part

Automatic Transmission

Use only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid meeting the requirements

of FCA Material Standard MS-9602. Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect

the function or performance of your transmission. We recommend Mopar

ATF+4 Fluid.

Brake Master Cylinder

We recommend you use Mopar DOT 3, SAE J1703.

Power Steering Reservoir

We recommend you use Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4, Mopar ATF+4

Automatic Transmission Fluid meeting the requirements of FCA Material

Standard MS-9602.

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CYBERSECURITY

Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and

may be equipped with both wired and wireless

networks. These networks allow your vehicle to

send and receive information. This information

allows systems and features in your vehicle to

function properly.
Your vehicle may be equipped with certain

security features to reduce the risk of

unauthorized and unlawful access to vehicle

systems and wireless communications. Vehicle

software technology continues to evolve over

time and FCA US LLC, working with its suppliers,

evaluates and takes appropriate steps as

needed. Similar to a computer or other devices,

your vehicle may require software updates to

improve the usability and performance of your

systems or to reduce the potential risk of

unauthorized and unlawful access to your

vehicle systems.
The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to

your vehicle systems may still exist, even if the

most recent version of vehicle software (such as

Uconnect software) is installed.

NOTE:



FCA or your dealer may contact you directly

regarding software updates.



To help further improve vehicle security and

minimize the potential risk of a security

breach, vehicle owners should:



Routinely check

(US Residents) or

(Canadian

Residents) to learn about available

Uconnect software updates.



Only connect and use trusted media

devices (e.g. personal mobile phones,

USBs, CDs).

Privacy of any wireless and wired communi

cations cannot be assured. Third parties may

unlawfully intercept information and private

communications without your consent. For

further information, refer to “Onboard

Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity” in

“Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”.

WARNING!



It is not possible to know or to predict all of

the possible outcomes if your vehicle’s

systems are breached. It may be possible

that vehicle systems, including safety

related systems, could be impaired or a

loss of vehicle control could occur that may

result in an accident involving serious injury

or death.



ONLY insert media (e.g., USB, SD card, or

CD) into your vehicle if it came from a

trusted source. Media of unknown origin

could possibly contain malicious software,

and if installed in your vehicle, it may

increase the possibility for vehicle systems

to be breached.



As always, if you experience unusual

vehicle behavior, take your vehicle to your

nearest authorized dealer immediately.

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SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION

Safety Guidelines

Ensure that all persons read this manual

carefully before using the system. It contains

instructions on how to use the system in a safe

and effective manner.
Do NOT attach any object to the touchscreen.

Doing so can result in damage to the

touchscreen.
Please read and follow these safety

precautions. Failure to do so may result in injury

or property damage.



Glance at the screen only when safe to do so.

If prolonged viewing of the screen is required,

park in a safe location and set the parking

brake.



Stop use immediately if a problem occurs.

Failure to do so may cause injury or damage

to the product. Return it to an authorized

dealer for repair.



Ensure the volume level of the system is set

to a level that still allows you to hear outside

traffic and emergency vehicles.

Safe Usage Of The Uconnect System



Read all instructions in this manual carefully

before using your system to ensure proper

usage.



The Uconnect system is a sophisticated elec

tronic device. Do not let young children use

the system.



Permanent hearing loss may occur if you play

your music or the system at loud volumes.

Exercise caution when setting the volume on

the system.



Keep drinks, rain and other sources of mois

ture away from the system. Besides damage

to the system, moisture can cause electric

shocks as with any electronic device.

NOTE:

Many features of this system are speed

dependent. For your own safety, it is not

possible to use some of the touchscreen

features while the vehicle is in motion.

Exposure To Radio Frequency Radiation
The internal wireless radio operates within

guidelines found in radio frequency safety

standards and recommendations, which reflect

the consensus of the scientific community. The

radio manufacturer believes the internal

wireless radio is safe for use by consumers. The

level of energy emitted is far less than the

electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless

devices such as mobile phones. However, the

use of wireless radios may be restricted in some

situations or environments, such as aboard

airplanes. If you are unsure of restrictions, you

are encouraged to ask for authorization before

turning on the wireless radio.

WARNING!

ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the

steering wheel. You have full responsibility

and assume all risks related to the use of the

Uconnect features and applications in this

vehicle. Only use Uconnect when it is safe to

do so. Failure to do so may result in an

accident involving serious injury or death.

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Care And Maintenance

Touchscreen



Do not press the touchscreen with any hard

or sharp objects (pen, USB stick, jewelry,

etc.), which could scratch the touchscreen

surface!



Do not spray any liquid or caustic chemicals

directly on the screen! Use a clean and dry

microfiber lens cleaning cloth in order to

clean the touchscreen.



If necessary, use a lint-free cloth dampened

with a cleaning solution, such as isopropyl

alcohol or an isopropyl alcohol and water

solution ratio of 50:50. Be sure to follow the

solvent manufacturer's precautions and

directions.

RADIO 430/430 NAV

General Handling

User Interface Elements

Power to operate the radio is supplied through

the ignition switch, which must be in the ON/

RUN, ACC, or in ACC Delay mode in order to

operate the radio.

1 — Voice Recognition

Push the Voice Recognition (VR)

button located on the faceplate and

wait for the confirmation beep before

you say a voice command.

2 — Load
To open or close the display, push the Load

button on the faceplate.
After opening the display, it takes a few seconds

to eject a CD/DVD, if one is in the slot.
When inserting a disc, make sure the label is

facing up.
The display closes after inserting the disc.

NOTE:

It may take several seconds to recognize the

type of inserted disc (CD, DVD, MP3, etc.).

3 — Menu
Push the Menu button on the faceplate to

access the system settings menu.

NOTE:

Push the Menu button on the faceplate in an

active mode to change mode specific settings.

4 — Audio
Push the Audio button located on the faceplate

to access the speaker balance/fade and tone

controls.

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5 — My Files
Push the My Files button on the faceplate to

manage your music and picture files on the

internal storage drive.

6 — USB Connector
Connect a supported device into the USB

Connector to play music and to copy music and

picture files to the internal hard disk drive.

NOTE:

Refer to “USB Connector” in the “Remote

Devices” section of this chapter for further

information.

7 — AUX Input (Audio Jack)
Connect an external audio device into the AUX

Input (e.g., MP3 player, video game) to play the

device audio through the car audio system.

8 — On/Off Volume
It is also possible to set the unit in standby

mode while driving by pushing the On/Off

Volume rotary knob.

NOTE:

If the ignition is switched OFF with the radio in

standby mode, the radio memorizes the

standby state when the ignition is switched to

ON/RUN again. Push the On/Off Volume rotary

knob to switch the radio On. The radio software

is always working when the ignition is switched

to ON/RUN, even if the radio is in standby

mode. It is still possible to eject the CD and to

display the time if the unit is switched Off.

9 — Media
Push the Media button located on the faceplate

to change to a Media mode or to toggle between

Media modes:



HDD (Hard Disk Drive)



CD/DVD



AUX

NOTE:

If you are viewing the NAV screen (Radio

430 Nav only), pushing the Media button will

return you to the Media mode screen.

10 — Radio
Push the Radio button located on the faceplate

to change to a Radio mode or to toggle between

Radio modes:



SAT (If Equipped)

NOTE:

If you are viewing the NAV screen (Radio

430 Nav only), pushing the Radio button will

return you to the Radio mode screen.

11 — Uconnect Phone

Push the Uconnect Phone button

located on the faceplate to either

activate the Uconnect system or to

cancel an active phone call.

Audio Settings

Volume
Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust

the volume of the currently playing audio

source. While you adjust the volume, the name

of the audio source and a volume indicator is

displayed in the lower left corner of the display.

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