Chrysler Taking Owner's Manuals Digital for 2010 Models

Chrysler thinks one way to win over car shoppers in the digital age is to take the venerable owner’s manual and make it digital for its 2010 Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep models. That means instead of a ridiculously large book taking up space in your glove box, you’ll get a DVD and a 60-80-page full-color user’s guide. Chrysler says this move will save 930 tons of paper.

We’re just hoping the user’s guide will have that one bit of information you need when you’re stranded and nowhere near a DVD drive — or even if you’re just in your driveway. Chrysler lists the following as included in the guide:

“The printed user guide includes photos and diagrams allowing customers to quickly find assistance for emergency situations, such as changing tires, jump-starting a battery or assessing warning lights. The printed guide also covers basic operating procedures for temperature control, windshield wipers, seat adjustment and navigation systems.”