Target Audience:
        
        
            Individuals and families seeking a practical and stylish sedan
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord
        
     
    
    
        
            Design:
        
        
            Sporty exterior styling with a coupe-like profile, bold grille
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Spacious interior with available premium features, driver-focused cockpit
        
     
    
        
            Powertrain Options:
        
        
            Choice of efficient 4-cylinder or powerful V6 engines
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Instrument Cluster:
        
        
            Indicator lights, gauges, warning messages
        
     
    
        
            Entertainment Systems:
        
        
            Audio system operation, Uconnect (if equipped)
        
     
    
        
            Climate Controls:
        
        
            HVAC operation, manual and automatic climate control
        
     
    
        
            Lighting:
        
        
            Headlights, taillights, interior lighting, fog lamps
        
     
    
        
            Driver Controls:
        
        
            Steering wheel controls, power outlets, mirrors
        
     
    
        
            Locks And Security:
        
        
            Keyless entry, power locks, Sentry Key immobilizer
        
     
    
        
            Seating And Safety Restraints:
        
        
            Seat adjustment, seat belts, airbags, child seat anchors (LATCH)
        
     
    
        
            Driving:
        
        
            Starting and operating the vehicle, cruise control, ABS operation
        
     
    
        
            Customer Assistance:
        
        
            Contacting customer service, roadside assistance
        
     
    
        
            Reporting Safety Defects:
        
        
            U.S. Specific safety defect reporting procedures
        
     
    
        
            Cleaning:
        
        
            Exterior and interior cleaning recommendations
        
     
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Routine maintenance, fluid checks, tire pressure monitoring
        
     
    
        
            Engine Compartment:
        
        
            Component identification, fluid fill points
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil:
        
        
            Oil type, viscosity, capacity, checking procedure
        
     
    
        
            Battery:
        
        
            Battery maintenance, jump starting procedures
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Information:
        
        
            Fuel type, octane rating, fuel tank capacity
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter:
        
        
            Air filter replacement
        
     
    
        
            Part Numbers:
        
        
            References to genuine Mopar part numbers
        
     
    
        
            Refill Capacities:
        
        
            Capacities for engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer fluid
        
     
    
        
            Lubricant Specifications:
        
        
            Recommended lubricants and fluids for various components
        
     
    
        
            Accessories:
        
        
            Information on available Mopar accessories
        
     
    
    
        
            Basic Maintenance:
        
        
            Checking fluid levels, tire pressure, light operation
        
     
    
        
            Scheduled Maintenance:
        
        
            Guidance on when to perform routine services (oil changes, filter replacements)
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting Basic:
        
        
            Interpreting dashboard warning lights, simple operational issues
        
     
    
        
            Jump Starting:
        
        
            Step-by-step instructions for jump-starting the battery
        
     
    
        
            Tire Changing:
        
        
            Instructions for changing a flat tire, spare tire location
        
     
    
        
            Fluid Refilling:
        
        
            How to check and refill essential fluids
        
     
    
    
        
            Level Of Detail:
        
        
            Owner-oriented, focusing on operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Diagrams:
        
        
            Tons of pictures and diagrams for visual guidance
        
     
    
        
            Printability:
        
        
            All pages are printable for convenient use
        
     
    
        
            Ease Of Use:
        
        
            Easy to follow, step-by-step instructions for any skill level
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Frontal Crash:
        
        
            4-Star Driver, 4-Star Passenger (2011 Model Year)
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Frontal Offset:
        
        
            Good (2011 Model Year)
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Standard Anti-lock Braking System
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Standard
        
     
    
        
            Electronic Stability Control:
        
        
            Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Advanced front airbags, front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags
        
     
    
        
            Child Seat Anchors:
        
        
            LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Audio System:
        
        
            Standard AM/FM/CD/MP3 player with auxiliary input jack. Optional Boston Acoustics premium audio system.
        
     
    
        
            Uconnect:
        
        
            Available Uconnect Hands-Free Communication (Bluetooth) and Media Center (navigation, satellite radio optional).
        
     
    
    
        
            Cruise Control:
        
        
            Standard cruise control
        
     
    
        
            Tire Pressure Monitoring:
        
        
            Standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
        
     
    
    
        
            Auxiliary Input:
        
        
            Standard 3.5mm auxiliary audio input jack
        
     
    
        
            Usb:
        
        
            Optional USB port for media device integration (with Uconnect Media Center)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change:
        
        
            Every 6,000 - 8,000 miles or 6 months (depending on oil type and driving conditions)
        
     
    
        
            Tire Rotation:
        
        
            Every 6,000 - 8,000 miles
        
     
    
        
            Engine Air Filter:
        
        
            Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed (typically 30,000 miles)
        
     
    
        
            Cabin Air Filter:
        
        
            Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed (typically 30,000 miles)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid:
        
        
            Inspect regularly, change as per severe service schedule or at significant mileage intervals (consult manual for specifics).
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30, API SN certified (for both 2.4L and 3.5L engines)
        
     
    
        
            Coolant:
        
        
            Mopar OAT (Organic Additive Technology) Antifreeze/Coolant, 5 Year / 100,000 Mile Formula (or equivalent HOAT)
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid:
        
        
            SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3
        
     
    
        
            Power Steering Fluid:
        
        
            Mopar Power Steering Fluid (or equivalent)
        
     
    
        
            Windshield Washer Fluid:
        
        
            Water or Mopar Windshield Washer Fluid
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Shifting:
        
        
            Some owners reported occasional rough shifting with the automatic transmission, particularly in earlier models.
        
     
    
        
            Engine Noise:
        
        
            The 2.4L engine can be relatively noisy under acceleration.
        
     
    
        
            Interior Rattles:
        
        
            As with many vehicles in this class, minor interior rattles could develop over time.