Dodge DURANGO 2017 User manual

17WD01-926-AA
DURANGO
FOURTH EDITION REV 1
USER GUIDE
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OR WWW.DODGE.COM/EN/WARRANTY ( U . S . ) ;
WWW.OWNERS.MOPAR.CA/EN (CANADA).
©2017 FCA US LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
DODGE IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF FCA US LLC.
2017
DURANGO
USER
GUIDE
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The driver’s primary responsibility
is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Driving while distracted can result
in loss of vehicle control, resulting
in a collision and personal injury.
FCA US LLC strongly recommends
that the driver use extreme caution
when using any device or feature
that may take their attention
off the road. Use of any electrical
devices, such as cellular
telephones, computers, portable
radios, vehicle navigation or other
devices, by the driver while the
vehicle is moving is dangerous and
could lead to a serious collision.
Texting while driving is also
dangerous and should never be
done while the vehicle is moving. If
you find yourself unable to devote
your full attention to vehicle
operation, pull off the road to a
safe location and stop your vehicle.
Some states or provinces prohibit
the use of cellular telephones or
texting while driving. It is always
the driver’s responsibility to comply
with all local laws.
DODGE.COM (U.S.)
DODGE.CA (CANADA)
This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your
new Dodge vehicle and to provide a convenient reference source for common
questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual.
For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and
important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/
Uconnect Manuals and other Warning Labels in your vehicle.
Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For additional
information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle, visit
www.mopar.com (U.S.), www.mopar.ca (Canada) or your local Dodge dealer.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunken 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!
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are
less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired
when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
If you are the rst registered retail owner of your vehicle, you
may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual,
Navigation/Uconnect Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling
1 800 423-6343 (U.S.) or 1 800 387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting
your dealer.
IMPORTANT
This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important
features of your vehicle. Your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect
Manuals and Warranty Booklets can be found on your DVD (if applicable)
or by visiting the website on the back cover of your User Guide. We hope
you find it useful. U.S. residents can purchase replacement kits by
visiting www.techauthority.com and Canadian residents can purchase
replacement kits by calling 1 800 387-1143.
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC .......3
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT ...............6
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...........8
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB ...................10
REMOTESTART................12
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE
ENTRY .....................13
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — IGNITION . . . 16
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ........17
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....18
HEAD RESTRAINTS .............55
FRONT SEATS .................59
REAR SEATS .................65
HEATED/VENTILATED SEATS ........67
HEATED STEERING WHEEL ........69
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN ...................70
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ............72
TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAM
LEVER .....................72
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............76
SPEED CONTROL ...............78
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ....81
AUTOMATIC DIMMING MIRRORS .....86
STARTING PROCEDURES ..........87
ELECTRONIC GEAR SELECTOR ......90
AUTOSTICK ..................92
FUEL ECONOMY (ECO) MODE .......94
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . 94
SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED .......97
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROLS .....98
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST ....103
PARKVIEW REAR BACK-UP CAMERA . . 103
LANESENSE .................104
BLIND SPOT MONITORING ........105
POWER SUNROOF .............107
WIND BUFFETING .............109
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM . . . 110
CYBERSECURITY ..............112
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO ........113
UCONNECT ACCESS ............114
UCONNECT 5.0 ...............128
UCONNECT 5.0 VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK
TIPS .....................134
UCONNECT 8.4/8.4 NAV ..........141
UCONNECT 8.4/8.4 NAV VOICE
RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS ........155
UCONNECT PHONE ............172
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . 182
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ....182
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .......183
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink) .................185
POWER INVERTER .............188
POWER OUTLET ..............189
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION .....191
UTILITY
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK ..........194
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM
TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) .......194
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ............197
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ..........202
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES .................202
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ......209
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .....210
JUMP STARTING ..............220
MANUAL PARK RELEASE .........223
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .....226
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .......227
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) ....................228
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) .....228
CAP-LESS FUEL FILL FUNNEL ......228
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD ...........229
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ....230
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ....232
FLUID CAPACITIES .............234
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE
PARTS ....................235
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ......237
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .......237
MAINTENANCE RECORD .........241
FUSES ....................242
ADDING FUEL ................245
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .......248
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION . . . 255
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....264
REPLACEMENT BULBS ..........265
TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
FCA US LLC CUSTOMER CENTER ....267
FCA CANADA INC. CUSTOMER
CENTER ...................267
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ..................267
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ........267
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE
UNITED STATES ..............268
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY
MOPAR ...................269
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ....270
INDEX ....................272
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC
Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC (“FCA US”) vehicle. Be assured that
it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.
Your new FCA US vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some
driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for attentive
driving. They can never take the driver's place. Always drive carefully.
Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your
passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your eyes
from the road or your attention from driving. Never text while driving or take your eyes more
than momentarily off the road.
This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are
either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also include a description of
features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle.
Please disregard any features and equipment described in this guide that are not available
on this vehicle. FCA US reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications
and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation
upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the
important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will need to operate and
maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.
The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's information which
can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer. The multimedia DVD also
includes videos which can be played on any standard DVD player (including the Uconnect
Touchscreen Radios if equipped with DVD player capabilities). Additional DVD opera-
tional information is located on the back of the DVD sleeve.
For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on
www.dodge.com/en/owners/manuals.
FCA US is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources. By converting
from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for your vehicle,
together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen the stress on
our environment.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be
deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution (excluding legal lines).
WARNING!
• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk
of serious personal injury.
• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle
is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal
causing a loss of vehicle control.
• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference
with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the
vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended 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 transmission gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children.
A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible
injury or damage.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual for further details.
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 when 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.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
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WARNING!
• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk
of serious personal injury.
• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle
is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal
causing a loss of vehicle control.
• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference
with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the
vehicle.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual for further details.
• Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible
injury or damage.
USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or
chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless
Enter-N-Go and Remote Start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your
wireless features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation
improves. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best,
has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR
®
parts, and cares about your
satisfaction.
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DRIVER COCKPIT
1. Power Mirror Controls
2. Headlight Switch pg. 76
3. Paddle Shifters pg. 92
4. Instrument Cluster pg. 8
5. Instrument Cluster Display pg. 182
6. Engine Start/Stop Button pg. 16
7. Audio System (Touchscreen Radio Shown) pg. 113
8. Passenger Power Window Controls
9. Glove Compartment
10. Tune/Scroll Knob/Browse/Enter Button
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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11. Switch Panel
• ParkSense pg. 103
• Stop/Start Off
• ECO Off pg. 94
• Sport Mode
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF pg. 208
12. Media Hub
13. Gear Selector pg. 90
14. Front Power Outlet pg. 189
15. Speed Control pg. 78
16. Instrument Cluster Display Controls pg. 182
17. Instrument Panel Dimmer pg. 76
18. Parking Brake Release
19. Power Windows
20. Power Door Locks
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
1. Tachometer
2. Speedometer
(See page 202 for Instrument Cluster Warning Lights.)
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3. Temperature Gauge
4. Fuel Gauge
(See page 207 for Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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KEY FOB
NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change
with the push of a button, the key fob may
have a low or dead battery. In this situation,
a back up method can be used to operate
the ignition switch. Put the nose side of the
key fob (side opposite of the Emergency
Key) against the ENGINE START/STOP
button and push to operate the ignition
switch.
Locking And Unlocking The Doors And
Liftgate
Lock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the lock button on the key
fob to lock all doors and liftgate. The turn
signal lights will flash, and the horn will
chirp to acknowledge the signal.
Unlock 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 doors and
liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated
entry system will also turn on.
Key Fob
1 — Liftgate 4 — Remote Start
2 — Unlock 5 — Panic
3 — Lock
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Keyless Push Button Ignition
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition with the push of a button, as long as
the key fob is in the passenger compartment.
The Keyless Push Button Ignition has three operating positions which are labeled and will
illuminate when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN.
Key Not Detected Feature
If the ignition position does not change with a push of the ignition button, and the
instrument cluster display message “Key Fob Not Detected” is being displayed, the key
fob may have a low or dead battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to
operate the keyless push button ignition. Put the nose side (side opposite of the
emergency key) of the key fob against the keyless ignition push button and push to operate
the ignition. Once the starter engages and the engine starts remove the key fob from the
keyless ignition push button.
Keyless Push Button Ignition
Low Or Dead Key Fob Battery Starting Proce-
dure
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Power Liftgate
Push the liftgate button on the key fob twice within five seconds to power open/close the
Power Liftgate. If the button is pushed while the liftgate is being power closed, the liftgate
will reverse to the full open position.
Also, the Power Liftgate may be closed by pushing the liftgate switch located on the left
rear trim panel, near the liftgate opening. Pushing once will close the liftgate only. This
button cannot be used to open the liftgate.
Panic Alarm
1. Push the PANIC button once to turn the Panic Alarm on.
2. Wait approximately three seconds and push the button a second time to turn the Panic
Alarm off.
WARNING!
• When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the keyless ignition node is in the
“OFF” mode, remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended 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 transmission 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 of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. 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.
REMOTE START
Push the remote start button on the key fob twice within five seconds. Pushing the
remote start button a third time shuts the engine off.
To drive the vehicle, with a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go key fob within 5 ft (1.5m) of the
driver's side of the vehicle, grab the front driver door handle to unlock the driver's door
automatically and then push the Start/Stop ignition button until it is in the ON/RUN
position.
With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the ignition is
placed in the ON/RUN position.
The vehicle must be started with the key fob after two consecutive timeouts.
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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 Monox-
ide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled.
• Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, win-
dows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death.
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY
The Keyless Enter-N-Go system is an enhancement to the vehicle's key fob. This feature
allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle's door(s) and liftgate without having to push the
key fob lock or unlock buttons as well as starting and stopping the vehicle with the push
of a button.
NOTE:
The key fob may not be found if it is located next to a mobile phone, lap top or other
electronic device; these devices may block the key fob’s wireless signal.
To Unlock From The Driver Or Passenger Side
With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go key fob
located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft
(1.5m) of the driver or passenger side door
handle, grab either front door handle to
unlock the door automatically.
Grab The Door Handle To Unlock
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To Lock The Vehicle
Both front door handles have buttons located on the outside of the handle. With one of the
vehicle's Keyless Enter-N-Go key fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5m)
of the driver's or passenger front door handle, push the door handle button to lock all four
doors and liftgate.
DO NOT grab the door handle when pushing the door handle lock button. This could
unlock the door(s).
NOTE:
• “1st Press of Key Fob Unlocks” has two options available. “Driver Door” and “All
Doors” will unlock when you grab hold of the front driver's door handle. To select
between “Driver Door” and “All Doors,” Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understand-
ing Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner’s Manual on
www.dodge.com/en/owners/manuals for further information.
• If a key fob is detected in the vehicle when locking the vehicle using the power door
lock switch, the doors and liftgate will unlock, and the horn will chirp three times. On
the third attempt, your key fob can be locked inside the vehicle.
• After pushing the Keyless Enter-N-Go lock button, you must wait two seconds before
you can lock or unlock the vehicle using the door handle. This is done to allow you to
check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting
and unlocking.
• If a Keyless Enter-N-Go door handle has not been used for 72 hours, the Keyless
Enter-N-Go feature for that handle may time out. Pulling the deactivated front door
handle will reactivate the door handle's Keyless Enter-N-Go feature.
Push The Door Handle Button To Lock Do NOT Grab Handle When Locking
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Lock Or Unlock The Liftgate
To Lock The Liftgate — With a key fob
within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the liftgate, push the
passive entry lock button located to the
right of electronic liftgate handle.
To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate — The liftgate
passive entry unlock feature is built into the
electronic liftgate handle. With a key fob
within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the liftgate, push the
electronic release switch to open the lift-
gate.
NOTE:
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” in the
Owner’s Manual on
www.dodge.com/en/owners/manuals for
further information.
Electronic Liftgate Handle
1 — Electronic Release Switch
2 — Lock Button Location
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KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — IGNITION
NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button, the key fob may
have a low or dead battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to operate the
ignition switch. Put the nose side of the key fob (side opposite of the Emergency Key)
against the ENGINE START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition switch.
Starting
Perform the following starting procedure
with the key fob inside the vehicle:
1. While pushing the brake pedal, push the
ENGINE START/STOP button once. If
the engine fails to start, the starter will
disengage automatically after 10 sec-
onds.
2. To stop the cranking of the engine prior
to the engine starting, push the button
again.
Stopping
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Shift the Transmission to PARK (P).
3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button
once. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position.
NOTE:
If the transmission is not in PARK and the vehicle is in motion, the ENGINE START/STOP
button must be held for two seconds with the vehicle speed above 5 mph (8 km/h) before
the engine will shut off.
Accessory Positions With Engine Off
NOTE:
The following functions are with the driver’s foot off of the Brake Pedal (transmission in
PARK).
ENGINE START/STOP Button
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Beginning With The Ignition Switch In The OFF Position:
1. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to cycle the ignition to the ACC position.
2. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position.
3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition to the OFF
position.
NOTE:
If the ignition is left in the ACC or ON/RUN
(engine not running) position and the trans-
mission is in PARK, the system will auto-
matically time out after 30 minutes of inac-
tivity, and the ignition is returned to the OFF
position.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the
ignition for unauthorized operation. While the vehicle security alarm is armed, interior
switches for door locks and liftgate are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the
vehicle security alarm will provide the following audible and visible signals: the horn will
pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the vehicle security light in the
instrument cluster display will flash.
To Arm
Cycle the Keyless Enter-N-Go START/STOP button until the button display indicates that
the vehicle ignition is OFF. Push the power door lock switch while the door is open, push
the key fob lock button, or with one of the key fobs located outside the vehicle and within
5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver's and passenger front door handles, push the Keyless Enter-N-Go
lock button located on the door handle.
NOTE:
After pushing the Keyless Enter-N-Go lock button, you must wait two seconds before you
can lock or unlock the vehicle via the door handle.
To Disarm
Push the key fob unlock button or with one of the key fobs located outside the vehicle and
within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver's and passenger front door handles. Grab the Keyless
Enter-N-Go door handle and enter the vehicle, then push the Keyless Enter-N-Go
START/STOP button (requires at least one valid key fob in the vehicle).
Ignition Positions
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OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems:
Occupant Restraint Systems Features
• Seat Belt Systems
• Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags
• Supplemental Active Head Restraints
• Child Restraints
Some of the safety features described in this section may be standard equipment on some
models, or may be optional equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask your authorized
dealer.
Important Safety Precautions
Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your
restraint system properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible.
Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air
bag:
1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a vehicle with a rear
seat.
2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing child restraint) must ride in the
front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child
restraint (refer to “Child Restraints” in this section for further information).
3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly (refer to “Child
Restraints” in this section for further information) should be secured in a vehicle with
a rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older children who do
not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled
up in a vehicle with a rear seat.
4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
5. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that
you are using it properly.
6. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly.
7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow
the front air bags room to inflate.
8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle has side air bags, and
deployment occurs, the side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between
occupants and the door and occupants could be injured.
9. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled
person, refer to the “Consumer Assistance” section for customer service contact
information.
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