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.