2010 Jeep Commander Owner's Manual

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .............................11 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................. 77 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................155 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................239 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ............................................. 341 6 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................................355 7 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES .................................................411 8 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ........................................ 431 9 10 INDEX ...................................................................441 10 Information Provided by: Provided Information :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Ⅵ Introduction ........................... 4 Ⅵ Warnings And Cautions ................... 8 Ⅵ Rollover Warning ....................... 5 Ⅵ Vehicle Identification Number .............. 8 Ⅵ How To Use This Manual .................. 6 Ⅵ Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 9 :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all sion, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills will improve with experience. When driving off-road or This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform the vehicle to overcome the natural laws of physics. tasks for which conventional two-wheel drive enclosed Always observe federal, state, provincial and local laws vehicles were not intended. It handles and maneuvers wherever you drive. differently from many passenger cars both on-road and off-road, so take time to become familiar with your As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle. vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Refer to “On-Road/Off-Road Driving Tips” in The two-wheel drive utility vehicle was designed for Section 5 of this manual. on-road use only. It is not intended for off-road driving or use in other severe conditions suited for a four-wheel drive vehicle. :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI INTRODUCTION 5 This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- ROLLOVER WARNING tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate 1 you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet, ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than located on the DVD, and various customer-oriented many passenger cars. It is capable of performing better in documents. Please take the time to read these publica- a wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in an tions carefully. Following the instructions and recom- unsafe manner, all vehicles can go out of control. Because mendations in this manual will help assure safe and of the higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out of enjoyable operation of your vehicle. control it may roll over when some other vehicles may not. NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle be aware of all safety warnings. control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal When it comes to service, remember that your authorized injury. Drive carefully. dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- nicians and genuine Mopar parts, and cares about your satisfaction. :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 6 INTRODUCTION 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. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual Rollover Warning Label contains a complete listing of all subjects. Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided Consult the following table for a description of the is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S. symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout government notes that the universal use of existing seat this Owner’s Manual: belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI INTRODUCTION 7 1 :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 8 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on a label located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad, visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile VIN Location Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN label. your vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment. :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI INTRODUCTION 9 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 2 Ⅵ A Word About Your Keys ................. 14 Ⅵ Vehicle Security Alarm ................... 19 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ............ 14 ▫ Rearming The System .................. 19 ▫ Integrated Ignition Key ................. 15 ▫ To Set The Alarm ..................... 19 ▫ Ignition Key Removal .................. 15 ▫ To Disarm The System ................. 20 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 17 Ⅵ Illuminated Entry ...................... 20 Ⅵ Sentry Key௡ .......................... 17 Ⅵ Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .............. 21 ▫ Replacement Keys ..................... 18 ▫ To Unlock The Doors .................. 21 ▫ Customer Key Programming ............. 18 ▫ To Lock The Doors .................... 23 ▫ General Information ................... 19 ▫ To Release The Liftgate Flipper Glass ....... 23 :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Remote Open Window Feature — If ▫ Power Windows ...................... 30 Equipped ........................... 23 ▫ Wind Buffeting ....................... 33 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 24 Ⅵ Liftgate ............................. 33 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...... 24 ▫ Liftgate Flipper Glass .................. 34 ▫ Transmitter Battery Service .............. 24 ▫ Power Liftgate — If Equipped ............ 35 ▫ General Information ................... 25 Ⅵ Occupant Restraints ..................... 38 Ⅵ Remote Starting System — If Equipped ....... 26 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 40 ▫ How To Use Remote Start ............... 26 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions .... 41 Ⅵ Door Locks ........................... 28 ▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . 44 ▫ Manual Door Locks ................... 28 ▫ Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped .... 45 ▫ Power Door Locks .................... 29 ▫ Energy Management Feature ............. 46 ▫ Child Protection Door Lock .............. 30 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ................. 46 Ⅵ Windows ............................ 30 :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System Ⅵ Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 73 (BeltAlert௡) ......................... 47 Ⅵ Safety Tips ........................... 73 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women .......... 48 ▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 73 2 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ..................... 48 ▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 74 ▫ Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...... 49 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The ▫ Advanced Front Airbag Features .......... 50 Vehicle ............................. 75 ▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . 55 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle ................... 76 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 61 ▫ Child Restraints ...................... 63 :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system.

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