Dodge Charger (2022 year). Manual in english

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2. Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Place the gear selector into PARK (P).
5. Turn off the ignition.
6. Block both the front and rear of the wheels

diagonally opposite of the jacking position

using the provided wheel chocks. For example,

if changing the driver’s front wheel, chock the

passenger’s rear wheel.

Wheel Blocked Example

NOTE:

Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when

the vehicle is being lifted or raised.

ACK

OCATION

PARE

IRE

TOWAGE

The jack, tools and spare tire are stowed under the

load floor in the trunk.

Spare Tire And Jack Location

NOTE:

The spare tire must be removed in order to access

the jack.
Follow these steps to access the jack and spare

tire:
1. Open the trunk.
2. Lift up the load floor by using the pull strap.
3. Rotate the fastener securing the spare tire

counterclockwise to remove it.

Spare Tire Fastener

4. Remove the spare tire.
5. Rotate the fastener securing the jack counter

clockwise to remove it.

Jack Fastener

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6. Remove the wheel chocks, jack and lug

wrench assembly from under the spare tire.

Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the lug

wrench, and remove the wrench from the jack

assembly.

ACKING

NSTRUCTIONS

Jack Warning Label

1. Remove the spare tire, jack, wheel chocks,

and lug wrench.

2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the

center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug

wrench to pry the center cap off carefully

before raising the vehicle.

NOTE:

When the following label is present, the spare tire

must be used for the rear wheel(s) only. For a flat

front tire, you must first install the spare on one of

the rear tires. Then, follow the jacking instructions

for front tire replacement and replace the front

road wheel with the wheel removed from the rear

of the vehicle.

WARNING!

A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision

or hard stop could endanger the occupants of

the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the

spare tire in the places provided. Have the

deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced

immediately.

WARNING!

Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to

help prevent personal injury or damage to your

vehicle:



Always park on a firm, level surface as far from

the edge of the roadway as possible before

raising the vehicle.



Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.



Apply the parking brake firmly and set an auto

matic transmission in PARK.



Chock the wheel diagonally opposite the

wheel to be raised.



Never start or run the engine with the vehicle

on a jack.



Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is

on a jack.



Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a

jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle,

take it to a service center where it can be

raised on a lift.



Only use the jack in the positions indicated

and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change.



If working on or near a roadway, be extremely

careful of motor traffic.



To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are

securely stowed, spares must be stowed with

the valve stem facing the ground.

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Spare Tire Label

3. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench

to loosen, but not remove, the lug nuts on the

wheel with the flat tire. Turn the lug nuts

counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is

still on the ground.
Placement for the front and rear jacking loca

tions are critical. See the following images for

proper jacking locations.

Jacking Locations

4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is

closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw

clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with

the lift area of the sill flange.

NOTE:

If the vehicle is too low for jack placement, slide

the jack on its side and rotate it up into position.

Front Lifting Point

Front Jacking Location

Rear Lifting Point

CAUTION!

Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on

locations other than those indicated in the

Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.

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Rear Jacking Location

5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the

flat tire and install the spare tire.

6. Remove the lug nuts and tire.
7. Mount the spare tire.

Mounting Spare Tire

NOTE:



For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to

install a center cap or wheel cover on the

compact spare

page 277.

8. Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end

of the lug nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten

the lug nuts.

9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the

jack handle counterclockwise.

10. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down

on the wrench while at the end of the handle

for increased leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts

in a star pattern until each wheel bolt has been

tightened twice. If in doubt about the correct

tightness, have them checked with a torque

wrench by an authorized dealer or at a service

station

page 286.

11. Stow the wheel chocks, jack, tools and flat tire.

Make sure the base of the jack faces the front

of the vehicle before tightening down the

fastener.

WARNING!

Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can

make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the

jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle

only enough to remove the tire.

CAUTION!

Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve

stem facing outward. The vehicle could be

damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly.

WARNING!

To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the

jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the

vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this

warning may result in serious injury.

WARNING!

A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision

or hard stop could endanger the occupants of

the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the

spare tire in the places provided. Have the

deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced

immediately.

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TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED

Small punctures up to 1/4 inch (6 mm) in the tire

tread can be sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign

objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be

removed from the tire. Tire Service Kit can be used

in outside temperatures down to approximately

-4°F (-20°C).
This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing

you to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km)

with a maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).

IRE

ERVICE

TORAGE

The Tire Service Kit is located in the trunk.

Tire Service Kit Location

IRE

ERVICE

OMPONENTS

PERATION

Tire Service Kit Components

Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses

Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following

symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode.



Using The Power Button

Push and release the Power Button

(3) once to turn on the Tire Service

Kit. Push and release the Power

Button (3) again to turn Off the Tire

Service Kit.



Selecting Air Mode

Push in the Mode Select Knob (6) and

turn to this position for air pump oper

ation only. Use the Black Air Pump

Hose (8) when selecting this mode.



Selecting Sealant Mode

Push in the Mode Select Knob (6) and

turn to this position to inject the Tire

Service Kit Sealant and to inflate the

tire. Use the Sealant Hose (clear

hose) (4) when selecting this mode.

IRE

ERVICE

SAGE

RECAUTIONS



Replace the Tire Service Kit Sealant Bottle (1)

and Sealant Hose (4) prior to the expiration date

(printed at the upper left hand corner on the

bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the

system

page 225.

1 — Sealant Bottle
2 — Deflation Button
3 — Power Button
4 — Sealant Hose (Clear)
5 — Pressure Gauge
6 — Mode Select Knob
7 — Power Plug (located on the bottom side of the

Tire Service Kit)
8 — Air Pump Hose (Black)

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Tire Service Kit Expiration Date Location



The Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (4) are

a one tire application use and need to be

replaced after each use. Always replace these

components immediately at your original equip

ment vehicle dealer.



When the Tire Service Kit sealant is in a liquid

form, clean water and a damp cloth will remove

the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel

components. Once the sealant dries, it can

easily be peeled off and properly discarded.



For optimum performance, make sure the valve

stem on the wheel is free of debris before

connecting the Tire Service Kit.



You can use the Tire Service Kit air pump to

inflate bicycle tires. The kit also comes with two

needles, located in the Accessory Storage

Compartment (on the bottom of the air pump)

for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar inflat

able items. However, use only the Air Pump

Hose (8) and make sure the Mode Select Knob

(6) is in the Air Mode when inflating such items

to avoid injecting sealant into them. The Tire

Service Kit Sealant is only intended to seal

punctures less than 1/4 inch (6 mm) diameter

in the tread of your tire.



Do not lift or carry the Tire Service Kit by the

hoses.

WARNING!



Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the

vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off

the road to avoid the danger of being hit when

using the Tire Service Kit.



Do not use Tire Service Kit or drive the vehicle

under the following circumstances:



If the puncture in the tire tread is approxi

mately 1/4 inch (6 mm) or larger.



If the tire has any sidewall damage.



If the tire has any damage from driving

with extremely low tire pressure.



If the tire has any damage from driving on

a flat tire.



If the wheel has any damage.



If you are unsure of the condition of the

tire or the wheel.



Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames

or heat source.



A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a

collision or hard stop could endanger the

occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the Tire

Service Kit in the place provided. Failure to

follow these warnings can result in injuries

that are serious or fatal to you, your passen

gers, and others around you.



Take care not to allow the contents of Tire

Service Kit to come in contact with hair, eyes,

or clothing. Tire Service Kit sealant is harmful

if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the

skin. It causes skin, eye, and respiratory irrita

tion. Flush immediately with plenty of water if

there is any contact with eyes or skin. Change

clothing as soon as possible, if there is any

contact with clothing.



Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains

latex. In case of an allergic reaction or rash,

consult a physician immediately. Keep Tire

Service Kit out of reach of children. If swal

lowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of

water and drink plenty of water. Do not induce

vomiting! Consult a physician immediately.

WARNING!

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EALING

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IRE

ITH

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ERVICE

(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service

Kit:

1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the

vehicle’s Hazard Warning flashers.

2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with

the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to

the ground. This will allow the Tire Service Kit

Hoses (4) and (8) to reach the valve stem and

keep the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground.

This will provide the best positioning of the kit

when injecting the sealant into the deflated

tire and running the air pump. Move the

vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in

this position before proceeding.

3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto

transmission) or in Gear (manual

transmission) and place the ignition in the OFF

position.

4. Apply the parking brake.

(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:

1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (6) and turn to

the Sealant Mode position.

2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (4) and then remove

the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose.

3. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground

next to the deflated tire.

4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then

screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose

(4) onto the valve stem.

5. Uncoil the Power Plug (7) and insert the plug

into the vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet.

NOTE:

Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or

nails) from the tire.

The Deflated Tire:



Always start the engine before turning ON the

Tire Service Kit.

NOTE:

Manual transmission vehicles must have the

parking brake engaged and the gear selector in

NEUTRAL.



After pushing the Power Button (3), the sealant

(white fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1)

through the Sealant Hose (4) and into the tire.

NOTE:

Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the

tire.

If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 –

10 seconds through the Sealant Hose :
1. Push the Power Button (3) to turn Off the Tire

Service Kit. Disconnect the Sealant Hose (4)

from the valve stem. Make sure the valve

stem is free of debris. Reconnect the Sealant

Hose (4) to the valve stem. Check that the

Mode Select Knob (6) is in the Sealant Mode

position and not Air Mode. Push the Power

Button (3) to turn On the Tire Service Kit.

2. Connect the Power Plug (7) to a different

12 Volt power outlet in your vehicle or another

vehicle, if available. Make sure the engine is

running before turning ON the Tire Service Kit.

3. The Sealant Bottle (1) may be empty due to

previous use. Call for assistance.

NOTE:

If the Mode Select Knob (6) is on Air Mode and the

pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air

Pump Hose (8) only, not the Sealant Hose (4).
If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the

Sealant Hose :
1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is

no longer flowing through the hose (typically

takes 30 - 70 seconds). As the sealant flows

through the Sealant Hose (4), the Pressure

Gauge (5) can read as high as 70 psi

(4.8 Bar). The Pressure Gauge (5) will

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decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi

(4.8 Bar) to the actual tire pressure when the

Sealant Bottle (1) is empty.

2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire

immediately after the Sealant Bottle (1) is

empty. Continue to operate the pump and

inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the

tire pressure label on the driver-side latch

pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire

pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (5).

If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi

(1.8 Bar) pressure within 15 minutes:



The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to

drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance.

NOTE:

If the tire becomes overinflated, push the Deflation

Button (2) to reduce the tire pressure to the recom

mended inflation pressure before continuing.
If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or

is at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pressure within

15 minutes:
1. Push the Power Button (3) to turn off the Tire

Service Kit.

2. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of

the Sealant Bottle (1) and place the sticker on

the instrument panel.

3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (4)

from the valve stem, reinstall the cap on the

fitting at the end of the hose, and place the Tire

Service Kit in the vehicle storage location.

(D) Drive Vehicle:

Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating

the tire, drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or

10 minutes to ensure distribution of the Tire

Service Kit Sealant within the tire. Do not exceed

50 mph (80 km/h).

(E) After Driving:

Pull over to a safe location before continuing

page 223.

1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (6) and turn to

the Air Mode position.

2. Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into

the vehicle's 12 Volt power outlet.

3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (8) (black in color)

and screw the fitting at the end of hose (8)

onto the valve stem.

4. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the

Pressure Gauge (5).

CAUTION!



The metal end fitting from Power Plug (3) may

get hot after use, so it should be handled care

fully.



Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the

end of the Sealant Hose (4) can result in

sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the

vehicle’s interior. It can also result in sealant

contacting internal Tire Service Kit compo

nents which may cause permanent damage to

the kit.

WARNING!

Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire

repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or

replaced after using Tire Service Kit. Do not

exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) until the tire is

repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this

warning can result in injuries that are serious or

fatal to you, your passengers, and others around

you.

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If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar):
The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to

drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance.
If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher:
1. Push the Power Button (3) to turn on Tire

Service Kit and inflate the tire to the pressure

indicated on the tire and loading information

label on the driver-side door opening.

NOTE:

If the tire becomes overinflated, push the Deflation

Button (2) to reduce the tire pressure to the recom

mended inflation pressure before continuing.
2. Disconnect the Tire Service Kit from the valve

stem, reinstall the cap on the valve stem and

unplug from 12 Volt outlet.

3. Place the Tire Service Kit in its proper storage

area in the vehicle.

4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or

replaced at the earliest opportunity at an

authorized dealer or tire service center.

5. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the

instrument panel after the tire has been

repaired.

6. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant

Hose (4) assembly at an authorized dealer as

soon as possible.

NOTE:

When having the tire serviced, advise the autho

rized dealer or service center that the tire has been

sealed using the Tire Service Kit.

(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement:

1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (4) (clear in color).
2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button

in the recessed area under the sealant bottle.

3. Push the Sealant Bottle release button. The

Sealant Bottle (1) will pop up. Remove the

bottle and dispose of it accordingly.

4. Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire

Service Kit housing.

5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the

housing so that the Sealant Hose (4) aligns

with the hose slot in the front of the housing.

Push the bottle into the housing. An audible

click will be heard indicating the bottle is

locked into place.

6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at

the end of the Sealant Hose (4) and return the

hose to its storage area (located on the bottom

of the air pump).

7. Return the Tire Service Kit to its storage

location in the vehicle.

JUMP STARTING

If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be

jump started using a set of jumper cables and a

battery in another vehicle, or by using a portable

battery booster pack. Jump starting can be

dangerous if done improperly, so please follow the

procedures in this section carefully.

NOTE:

When using a portable battery booster pack, follow

the manufacturer's operating instructions and

precautions.

WARNING!

Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is

frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause

personal injury.

CAUTION!

Do not use a portable battery booster pack or

any other booster source with a system voltage

greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery,

starter motor, alternator or electrical system may

occur.

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REPARATIONS

UMP

TART

The battery is stored under an access cover in the

trunk. Remote battery posts are located on the

right side of the engine compartment for jump

starting.

Jump Starting Locations

NOTE:

The remote battery posts are viewed by standing

on the right side of the vehicle looking over the

fender. The positive battery post may be covered

with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain

access to the positive battery post. Do not jump off

fuses. Only jump directly off the remote positive

post which has a positive (+) symbol on or around

the post.

See the following steps to prepare for jump

starting:
1. Apply the parking brake, shift the automatic

transmission into PARK and place the ignition

in the OFF position.

2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all electrical

accessories.

3. If using another vehicle to jump start the

battery, park the vehicle within the reach of the

jumper cables, apply the parking brake, and

make sure the ignition is OFF.

UMP

TARTING

ROCEDURE

Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper

cable to the remote positive (+) post of the

vehicle with the discharged battery.

2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)

jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the

booster battery.

Remote Positive (+) Post
Remote Negative (-) Post

WARNING!

Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this

could establish a ground connection and

personal injury could result.

WARNING!



Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan

whenever the hood is raised. It can start

anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be

injured by moving fan blades.



Remove any metal jewelry such as rings,

watch bands and bracelets that could make

an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be

seriously injured.



Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn

your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas

which is flammable and explosive. Keep open

flames or sparks away from the battery.

WARNING!

Failure to follow this jump starting procedure

could result in personal injury or property

damage due to battery explosion.

CAUTION!

Failure to follow these procedures could result in

damage to the charging system of the booster

vehicle or the discharged vehicle.

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3. Connect the negative (-) end of the jumper

cable to the negative (-) post of the booster

battery.

4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)

jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post

(exposed metallic/unpainted post of the

discharge vehicle) located directly behind the

underhood fuse box.

5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the

booster battery, let the engine idle a few

minutes, and then start the engine in the

vehicle with the discharged battery.

6. Once the engine is started, follow the discon

nection procedure.

Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper

cable from the remote negative (-) post of the

vehicle with the discharged battery.

2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-)

jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the

booster battery.

3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper

cable from the positive (+) post of the booster

battery.

4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)

jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post

of the vehicle with the discharged battery, and

reinstall the protective cap.

If frequent jump starting is required to start your

vehicle you should have the battery and charging

system inspected at an authorized dealer.

REFUELING IN EMERGENCY

The vehicle is equipped with a refueling funnel for

a Cap-Less Fuel System. The funnel is located

under the access cover in the trunk . If refueling is

necessary, while using an approved gas can, insert

the refueling funnel into the filler neck opening.

Take care to open both flappers with the funnel to

avoid spills.

NOTE:

In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel

door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on

the fuel door to break the ice buildup and

re-release the fuel door using the inside release

button. Do not pry on the door.

Refueling Funnel

WARNING!

Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative

(-) post of the discharged battery. The resulting

electrical spark could cause the battery to

explode and could result in personal injury.

CAUTION!

Do not run the booster vehicle engine above

2,000 RPM since it provides no charging benefit,

wastes fuel, and can damage booster vehicle

engine.

CAUTION!

Accessories plugged into the vehicle power

outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,

even when not in use (i.e., cellular devices, etc.).

Eventually, if plugged in long enough without

engine operation, the vehicle’s battery will

discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life

and/or prevent the engine from starting.

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Emergency Refueling Funnel
Most gas cans will not open the flapper doors. A

funnel is provided to allow emergency refueling

with a gas can.
See the following steps for refueling:
1. Retrieve funnel from the spare tire storage

area.

Fuel Funnel Location

2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as

the fuel nozzle.

Inserting Funnel

3. Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper

doors open.

4. Pour fuel into funnel opening.

5. Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior

to putting back in the spare tire storage area.

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS

If the vehicle is overheating, it will need to be

serviced by an authorized dealer.
In any of the following situations, you can reduce

the potential for overheating by taking the

appropriate action.



On the highways — slow down.



In city traffic — while stopped, place the trans

mission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase the

engine idle speed while preventing vehicle

motion with the brakes.

CAUTION!

To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top

off” the fuel tank after filling.

WARNING!



Never have any smoking materials lit in or

near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or

the tank is being filled.



Never add fuel when the engine is running.

This is in violation of most state and federal

fire regulations and may cause the Malfunc

tion Indicator Light to turn on.



A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a

portable container that is inside of a vehicle.

You could be burned. Always place fuel

containers on the ground while filling.

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NOTE:

There are steps that you can take to slow down an

impending overheat condition:



If your Air Conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The

A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling

system and turning the A/C off can help remove

this heat.



You can also turn the temperature control to

maximum heat, the mode control to floor and

the blower control to high. This allows the heater

core to act as a supplement to the radiator and

aids in removing heat from the engine cooling

system.

MANUAL PARK RELEASE–8–SPEED

TRANSMISSION

In order to move the vehicle in cases where the

transmission will not shift out of PARK (P) (such as

a depleted battery), a Manual Park Release is

available. The manual park release lever is located

in the center console next to the gear shifter.
To use the Manual Park Release, see the following

steps:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Remove the console storage bin.

Console Storage Bin

WARNING!

You or others can be badly burned by hot engine

coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.

If you see or hear steam coming from under the

hood, do not open the hood until the radiator

has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling

system pressure cap when the radiator or

coolant bottle is hot.

CAUTION!

Driving with a hot cooling system could damage

your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads

HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the

vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until

the pointer drops back into the normal range. If

the pointer remains on HOT (H), and you hear

continuous chimes, turn the engine off

immediately and call for service.

WARNING!

Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the

parking brake before activating the Manual Park

Release. In addition, you should be seated in the

driver's seat with your foot firmly on the brake

pedal when activating the Manual Park Release.

Activating the Manual Park Release will allow

your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by the

parking brake, or by proper connection to a tow

vehicle. Activating the Manual Park Release on

an unsecured vehicle could lead to serious

injury or death for those in or around the vehicle.

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

3. Remove the plastic cover under the bin by

using the slot provided to access the Manual

Park Release lever.

Manual Park Release Cover

4. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fish

the tether strap up through the opening in the

console base.

5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake

pedal.

6. Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the

center of the lever, and disengage the lever

locking tab by pushing it up and to the right.

Engaging The Lever

7. While holding the locking tab in the

disengaged position, pull the tether strap to

rotate the lever up and rearward, until it locks

in place in the vertical position. The vehicle is

now out of PARK and can be moved. Release

the parking brake only when the vehicle is

securely connected to a tow vehicle.

To Reset The Manual Park Release:
1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the

rear side) rearward (away from the lever) to

unlatch the lever.

2. Rotate the Manual Park Release lever forward

and down, to its original position, until the

locking tab snaps into place to secure the

lever.

Disengaging The Lever

3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to confirm

that the lever is locked in its stowed position.

4. Tuck the tether strap into the base of the

console. Reinstall the Manual Park Release

cover and the console storage bin.

When the lever is in the release position the access

cover cannot be reinstalled.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

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FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE

If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or

snow, it can often be moved using a rocking

motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to

clear the area around the front wheels. For

vehicles with automatic transmission, push and

hold the lock button on the gear selector. Then

shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE

(with automatic transmission) or FIRST gear and

REVERSE (with manual transmission), while gently

pressing the accelerator. Use the least amount of

accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the

rocking motion, without spinning the wheels or

racing the engine.

NOTE:

For vehicles with automatic transmission: Shifts

between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be

achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or

less. Whenever the transmission remains in

NEUTRAL for more than two seconds, you must

press the brake pedal to engage DRIVE or

REVERSE.
Push the ESC OFF button to place the Electronic

Stability Control (ESC) system in “Partial OFF”

mode, before rocking the vehicle

page 170.

Once the vehicle has been freed, push the ESC OFF

button again to restore “ESC On” mode.

CAUTION!

Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may

lead to transmission overheating and failure.

Allow the engine to idle with the transmission in

NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five

rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize

overheating and reduce the risk of clutch or

transmission failure during prolonged efforts to

free a stuck vehicle.

WARNING!

Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces

generated by excessive wheel speeds may

cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and

tires. A tire could explode and injure someone.

Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than

30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30

seconds continuously without stopping when

you are stuck and do not let anyone near a

spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.

CAUTION!



Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may

lead to transmission overheating and failure.

Allow the engine to idle with the transmission

in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every

five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize

overheating and reduce the risk of transmis

sion failure during prolonged efforts to free a

stuck vehicle.



When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting

between DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the

wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or

drivetrain damage may result.



Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too

fast may lead to transmission overheating and

failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not

spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h)

while in gear (no transmission shifting occur

ring).

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service

page 121.

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following

equipment manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle,

not to fascia/bumpers or associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN mode, not the ACC mode.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle's battery is discharged, find Instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK

page 229.

Towing Condition

Wheels OFF The Ground

RWD MODELS

AWD MODELS

Flat Tow

NONE

If transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 30 miles (48 km) max distance

NOT ALLOWED

Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow

Front

NOT RECOMMENDED (but, if used,

same limitations as above)

NOT ALLOWED

Rear

NOT RECOMMENDED

NOT RECOMMENDED, but, if used:



Ignition in ON/RUN mode



Transmission in NEUTRAL (NOT in

PARK)

Flatbed

ALL

BEST METHOD

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