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Page 2: Starting And Operating
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 4 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 5: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint contains the information you desire. you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet contains a complete listing of all subjects.
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Page 7: Warnings And Cautions
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 8: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 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.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering A Word About Your Keys ....12 Wheel .
Page 11 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Power Windows ..... . .33 Remote Keyless Entry .....21 ▫...
Page 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ..... .44 Safety Tips ......70 ▫...
Page 13: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has Automatic Transmission the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your the LOCK position, and remove the key.
Page 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the WARNING! shift lever in PARK, the key may become temporarily trapped in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the Never leave children alone in a vehicle.
Page 15: Locking Doors With The Key
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Manual Transmission—If Equipped When the steering wheel is in the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systems are locked to provide antitheft protection for your vehicle. It may be difficult to turn the key from the LOCK position when starting your vehicle.
Page 16: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unautho- remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Page 17: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keys , CAUTION! or any other transponder-equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a key related Always remove the Sentry Keys from the vehicle (transponder) fault unless the additional part is physi- and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle cally held against the ignition key being used when...
Page 18: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch. Customer Key Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keys , you can program Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 60 new Sentry Keys to the system by performing the seconds.
Page 19: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE reprogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED authorized dealer at the time of service to be repro- Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering grammed.
Page 20: Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage To Set The Alarm: the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it. The alarm will set when you use the power door locks or use the Keyless Entry transmitter to lock the doors.
Page 21: Illuminated Entry
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Security Alarm System will also disarm, if the vehicle with the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button or by insert- is started with a programmed Sentry Key . If an unpro- ing a programmed Sentry Key into the ignition and grammed Sentry Key is used to start a vehicle, the turning the key to the ON position.
Page 22: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 21
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY with metal objects. To Unlock The Doors: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock only the driver’s door, or twice to unlock all the doors.
Page 23: To Lock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Release both buttons at the same time. Horn Chirp Programming The horn chirp feature is shipped from the assembly 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by plant activated. If desired, this feature can be disabled by pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on the transmitter.
Page 24: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter, 4. Test the Flash Lamps With Lock feature while outside while you are inside the vehicle, will activate the Security of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE Alarm.
Page 25: General Information
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To cancel the Panic mode, press and release the PANIC NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- button on the transmitter a second time. Panic mode will proved by the party responsible for compliance could automatically cancel after three minutes, or if the vehicle void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: When entering program mode using that cur- 6. After holding the UNLOCK button for four seconds, rently programmed fob, all other programmed RKE also press the PANIC button within six seconds. transmitters will be erased and you will have to repro- 7.
Page 27: Battery Replacement
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 12. Your vehicle will remain in program mode up to 60 seconds from when the original chime was heard. After 60 seconds, all programmed RKE transmitters function normally. NOTE: If you do not have a programmed RKE trans- mitter, contact your authorized dealer for details.
Page 28: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves of the case together. Make sure there is an even “gap” between the two halves. If equipped, install and tighten the screw until snug. Test RKE transmitter opera- tion.
Page 29: Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE running. The lamps will turn off when the ignition is The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of turned to RUN or the remote start is cancelled. two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start, where the remote start sequence was initiated To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a but the engine stopped cranking without starting.
Page 30: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Power Door Locks WARNING! A Power Door LOCK switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive, as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 31 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you press the power door lock switch while the key is 2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this locks will not operate.
Page 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Auto Unlock On Exit Feature - If Equipped 4. Within 15 seconds, cycle the key from the LOCK This feature unlocks all of the doors of the vehicle when position to the ON position and back to LOCK position, any door is opened.
Page 33: Child Protection Door Lock
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Protection Door Lock To use the system, open each rear door, slide the lever UP To provide a safer environment for children riding in the to engage the locks, and DOWN to disengage the child- rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the child- protection locks.
Page 34: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, WINDOWS move the door LOCK switch to the UNLOCK position, Power Windows roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle. Power Window Switch The control on the left front door has up-down switches that give you finger-tip control of all four power win-...
Page 35: Auto Down (Driver's Side Only)
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE windows will operate when the ignition switch is turned Window Lockout Switch to the ON or ACC position, and for ten minutes after the The Window Lockout Switch on the driver’s door allows ignition is turned OFF or the driver’s door is opened.
Page 36: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Please pay close attention to the information in this WIND BUFFETING Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of section. It tells you how to use your restraint system pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as ears.
Page 37: Lap/Shoulder Belts
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and that WARNING! they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, thrown from the vehicle.
Page 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat adjust the seat. belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body.
Page 39 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the WARNING! webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap. • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, •...
Page 41: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. In the front and second row outboard seats, the shoulder If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to belt can be adjusted upward or downward to help allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 42: Automatic Locking Retractors (Alr) Mode - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 The adjuster has an easy up (EZ Up) feature, which will allow it to be moved up without engaging the button. Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode – If Equipped In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked.
Page 43: Center Lap Belts
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until Seat Belt Pretensioners the entire belt is fully extended. The seat belts for front outboard seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to 3.
Page 44: Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert ) 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 or START position.
Page 45: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert ) can be reac- Seat Belt Extender tivated by repeating this procedure. If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt NOTE: Although the BeltAlert has been deactivated, extender.
Page 46: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag is mounted Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbags in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words SRS/AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers.
Page 47 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat WARNING! hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the proper performance of the window bags. • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them.
Page 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Here are some simple steps you can follow to minimize You should read the instructions provided with your the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 1.
Page 49 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag System Components WARNING! The airbag system consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Controller • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work •...
Page 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 How the Airbag System Works Also, the ORC turns on the AIRBAG warning light in the instrument cluster for six to eight, • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines seconds for a self-check when the ignition is if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the first turned on.
Page 51 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Children 12 years and younger should always through vent holes in the sides of the airbag. In this ride buckled up in a rear seat, in an appropriate child way the airbags do not interfere with your control of restraint.
Page 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 NOTE: At no time should any supplemental restraint If you do have a collision that deploys the airbags, any or system (SRS)-component or SRS related component, or all of the following may occur: fastener, be modified or replaced with any part except •...
Page 53 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles Maintaining Your Airbag System settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufac- WARNING! turer’s instructions for cleaning. • It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the •...
Page 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 • The airbag light does not come on or flickers during NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap- ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. the six to eight seconds when the ignition switch is first turned on.
Page 55: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Event Data Recorder (EDR) may be requested by customers, insurance carriers, gov- In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to ernment officials, and professional crash researchers, record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param- such as those associated with universities, and with eters (see the following list) in an event data recorder, hospital and insurance organizations.
Page 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 • Time of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corporation to any third party, except when: cycles and vehicle mileage) • Airbag deployment level (if applicable) 1.
Page 57: Child Restraint
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraint one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the of child restraints can be used rearward facing: infant time - babies and children, too.
Page 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 that does not have a switch to turn the airbag Off. An belt-positioning booster seat. The child and booster airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt. to infants in this position.
Page 59 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it For additional information, refer to www.seatcheck.org. has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety WARNING! Standards. The manufacturer recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will •...
Page 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat from the child restraint to the vehicle structure. LATCH- belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt compatible child restraint systems are now available. occasionally and pull it tight, if necessary.
Page 61 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Crew Cab If your child restraints are not LATCH compatible, you can only install the child restraints using the vehicle’s • The Crew Cab second row seat has lower anchorages seat belts. Refer to “Installing the LATCH-Compatible that capable accommodating...
Page 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 were provided with the child restraint system. The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, and are just visible when you lean into the vehicle to install the child restraint.
Page 63 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE connectors to the vehicle anchorages. Next, attach the reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt bars, pushing aside the seat cover material.
Page 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat locking retractor seat belts, refer to Automatic Locking Belt Mode in this section. If you have trouble tightening the The passenger seat belts are equipped with either cinch- lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because, the ing latch plates or automatic locking retractors, which are buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening...
Page 65 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraint Tether Anchor WARNING! The Extended Cab model has one routing strap located behind the passenger side, rear out- With a child restraint installed in the rear passenger board seating position. The tether anchor itself side locations, use care when adjusting the front is located in the center of vehicle, in between seat(s) rearward, to avoid the front seatback coming...
Page 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Tether Strap at the Front Passenger Seat (Extended Cab) 1. Route the child restraint tether strap up and over the front passenger seatback, and under the head restraint. 2. Connect the tether strap to the lower anchor. 3.
Page 67 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tether Straps at the Rear Passenger Seat (Extended 2. Route the tether strap across to the center tether anchorage. The center tether is located behind the slide Cab) door in the center of the vehicle, between the two seating 1.
Page 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Tether Straps at the Rear Passenger Seat (Crew Cab) 3. Remove the slack in the tether strap so that both anchor straps are pulled tight. 1. Route the child restraint tether strap under the head restraint for the outboard seating positions, and then NOTE: Two anchors must be used for any of the three through the anchor strap outer loop (webbing material...
Page 69 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Multiple Child Restraints...
Page 70: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! A long break-in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to mi (500 km).
Page 71: Safety Tips
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • It may be necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This is a nor- engine running for more than a short period.
Page 72: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.) or if the front airbags have deployed. If there is any Heater Defroster Ducts question regarding seat belt or retractor condition, re- Inspect the heater defroster ducts for proper operation.
Page 73: Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Lights Check the operation of all exterior lights. Check turn Vehicle signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument Tires panel. Examine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass or other objects lodged in Door Latches the tread.
Page 74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ UConnect System Features ....92 Mirrors .......78 ▫...
Page 75 74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Battery Saver ......122 Seats ....... . 112 ▫...
Page 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 ▫ Global Reset ......135 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..130 ▫...
Page 77 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ..140 Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped . . . 150 ▫ Programming HomeLink ....142 Cupholders .
Page 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warning-Vehicles Equipped Slide-In Campers ..... . . 160 With A Cap Or Slide-In Campers ..160 ▫...
Page 79: Mirrors
78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position Inside Day/Night Mirror (toward rear of truck). The mirror should be adjusted The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Page 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move. When finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror.
Page 81: Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect ) - If Equipped
NOTE: The sales code RER radio contains an inte- following websites: grated Hands-Free Communication (UConnect ) sys- • www.chrysler.com/uconnect tem. Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for • www.dodge.com/uconnect UConnect system operating instructions for this radio. • www.jeep.com/uconnect...
Page 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 • or call 1–877–855–8400 UConnect system. The UConnect system allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to the system. Only UConnect allows you to transfer calls between the one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your system at a time.
Page 83: Operation
82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The UConnect system can be used with any Hands-Free Operation Profile certified Bluetooth cellular phone. See the Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnect UConnect website for supported phones. If your cellu- system and to navigate through the UConnect menu lar phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset structure.
Page 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 example, you can use the combined form voice com- Cancel Command mand Phonebook New Entry, or you can break the At any prompt, after the beep, you can say Cancel and combined form command into two voice commands: you will be returned to the main menu.
Page 85 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, after the beep, say Pair a Phone and use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the follow the audible prompts. same time. For example, if priority 3 and priority 5 phones are present in the vehicle, the UConnect •...
Page 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 user from dialing an invalid combination of numbers. you can say John Doe, where John Doe is a previ- For example, in the U.S., 234-567-890 is nine digits ously stored name entry in the UConnect phonebook. long, which is not a valid U.S.
Page 87 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use of four associated phone numbers and designations. Each long names helps the voice recognition and it is language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible recommended.
Page 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook and you may see a message on the phone display that the Bluetooth link is busy. In this case, the user must entry that you wish to edit.
Page 89 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the name, the UConnect system will Delete Entries in the UConnect Phonebook ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended work, mobile, pager, or all. Say the designation you when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 90: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 List All Names in the UConnect Phonebook Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the • Press the PHONE button to begin. UConnect system if the feature(s) are available on your •...
Page 91 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call to Toggling Between Calls in this section. To combine two calls, refer to Conference Call in this section. Currently in Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another Place/Retrieve a Call From Hold incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for To put a call on hold, press the PHONE button until you...
Page 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Three-Way Calling To initiate three-way calling, press the “Voice Recogni- Redial. tion” button while a call is in progress, and make a • The UConnect system will call the last number that second phone call, as described under Making a Second was dialed from your cellular phone.
Page 93: Uconnect System Features
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and continue on the UConnect system for a certain dura- voice commands will be in that language. tion, after which the call is automatically transferred NOTE: After every UConnect language change opera- from the UConnect system to the mobile phone.
Page 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Towing Assistance Emergency and the UConnect system will instruct If you need towing assistance: the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num- •...
Page 95 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE certain companies, which time out a little too soon to sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can press work properly with the UConnect system. the “Voice Recognition” button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed by the word Send.
Page 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • Press the PHONE button to begin. NOTE: • You may not hear all of the tones due to cellular phone • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say network configurations; this is normal. Setup Confirmations.
Page 97: Advanced Phone Connectivity
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the “Voice Recognition” button. dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth cellular phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s • Following the beep, say Mute. audio system. The UConnect system will work the same as if you dial the number using voice recognition.
Page 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Connect or Disconnect Link Between the the lowest priority. To “select” or “delete” a paired UConnect System and Cellular Phone phone being announced, press the “Voice Recogni- Your cellular phone can be paired with many different tion”...
Page 99: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect System
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UConnect system will return to using the highest Things You Should Know About Your UConnect priority phone present in or near (approximately System within 30 ft (9 m) the vehicle. UConnect Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the Delete UConnect Paired Cellular Phones PHONE button and say “UConnect Tutorial.”...
Page 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the UConnect system. For best results, the Voice Training speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from session should be completed when the vehicle is parked you.
Page 101 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When navigating through an automated system such • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of compromised with the convertible top down. speaking the digit string, make sure to say Send.
Page 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness Bluetooth Communication Link to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to not the UConnect system. the UConnect system.
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Page 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 107 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 108: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 possible. The ability of the Voice Interface System to General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and recognize user voice commands may be negatively af- RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the fected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level.
Page 109: Commands
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists The system will best recognize your speech if the win- options, press the VR hard-key, listen for the beep, and dows are closed, and the heater/air-conditioning fan is say your command.
Page 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • FREQUENCY (to change the frequency) 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the voice recognition • NEXT STATION (to select the next station) system is speaking.
Page 111 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Satellite Radio Disc To switch to satellite radio mode say SAT or SATELLITE To switch to the disc mode say DISC. In this mode, you RADIO. In this mode, you may say the following com- may say the following commands: mands: •...
Page 112: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 − CONTINUE (to continue recording) Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- − DELETE (to delete the recording) nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnect • PLAY MEMOS (to play previously recorded memos) system Voice Training feature may be used.
Page 113: Seats
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Manual Seat Adjustment The adjusting lever is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Lift the lever and move the seat to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat into position. Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched.
Page 114: Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 115: Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment - If Equipped
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — If WARNING! Equipped The manual lumbar support rotary control adjustment is Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the located on the left side of the driver’s seat. Rotate the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 116: Adjustable Head Restraints - Front Seating Positions
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Adjustable Head Restraints — Front Seating Positions Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push down on the restraints so that the upper edge is as high as practical, at least to the level of the ears.
Page 117: 6-Way Power Seat Adjuster - Driver's Side Only
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6-Way Power Seat Adjuster — Driver’s Side Only The 6-way power seat adjuster switches are on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. Use this switch to move the seat up or down, forward or rearward, or tilt. Power Seat Control Location...
Page 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 moved forward or backward to get the most comfortable position. The same switch can be moved up and down to control seat height. Change the seat angle by using the two toggle switches, tilting it up or down. Up, Down, Forward, and Rearward The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the driver’s seat cushion.
Page 119: Extended Cab/Crew Cab Rear Seat
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Extended Cab/Crew Cab Rear Seat identifies High heat level. The lower indicator On iden- More cargo space is available by lifting up on the rear tifies Low heat level. Flashing indicator lights on the seat cushion.
Page 120: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Then push the safety latch lever up while lifting the grille TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull with your right hand. It is located at the bottom center of the hood release lever located under the left side of the the grille.
Page 121: Lights
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to LIGHTS close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
Page 122: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 is open and the interior lights are on, rotating the dimmer Interior Lights control all the way down to the OFF detent will cause all the interior lights to go out. This is also known as the Party mode because it allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehi- cle’s battery.
Page 123: Battery Saver
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Club Cab /Quad Cab models may have an optional Headlight Delay switched dome lamp that is operated by pressing the To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a lens. headlight delay that will leave the headlight on for 60 seconds.
Page 124: Daytime Running Lights (Canada - Standard And U.s. Fleet Vehicles - If Equipped)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the lenses.
Page 125: Lights-On Reminder
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-on Reminder CARGO Light — If Equipped If the headlights, parking lights, courtesy lights or cargo lights are left on, after the ignition is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened. Fog Lights —...
Page 126: Multifunction Control Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 The arrow on either side of the instrument cluster flashes Multifunction Control Lever The multifunction control lever is located on the left side to indicate the direction of the turn, and proper operation of the steering column.
Page 127 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released. High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction control lever fully toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights from HIGH or...
Page 128: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The multifunction control lever is located on the left side multifunction control lever. Turn the end of the handle to of the steering column.
Page 129: Windshield Washers
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers WARNING! To use the washer, push in on the washer knob at the end of the multifunction control lever, and hold while spray is Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield desired.
Page 130: Tilt Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 TILT STEERING COLUMN WARNING! To tilt the column, pull rearward on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down as Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is desired.
Page 131: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control System has been When engaged, this device takes over accelerator opera- designed to shut down if multiple speed control switch tion at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h). The buttons (i.e., SET and CANCEL) are operated simulta- controls are mounted on the steering wheel.
Page 132: To Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 To Deactivate To Resume Speed A soft tap on the brake pedal, normal braking, or pressing To resume a previously set speed, push and release the the CANCEL button will deactivate speed control with- RESUME button.
Page 133: To Accelerate For Passing
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To decrease speed while the speed control is on, press To reduce the frequency of the downshifts and to im- and hold the DECEL button. Release the button when the prove vehicle performance, it is advisable to lock out desired speed is reached, and the new speed will be set.
Page 134: Overhead Console
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 OVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading Lights The overhead console has the following features: Near the front of the console are two courtesy/reading lights. Both lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the courtesy light position (fully upward position), or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if so equipped.
Page 135: Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE COMPASS/TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER RESET Button This feature allows you to choose between a compass/ temperature display and one of four trip conditions being monitored. US/M Button Use the US/M button to change the display from U.S. to metric measurement units.
Page 136: Global Reset
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Global Reset STEP Button If the RESET button and STEP button are pressed at the same time, and held for three seconds, the Global Reset feature will reset the distance to empty (using a default fuel economy value), fuel economy, trip odometer, and elapsed time displays.
Page 137: Average Fuel Economy (Avg Eco)
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel Average fuel economy is a running average of the tank level.
Page 138: Trip Odometer (Odo)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Trip Odometer (ODO) C/T Button NOTE: The maximum value is approximately 6000 miles. Then the trip odometer must be reset in order to update the trip odometer miles. This display shows the distance traveled since the last reset.
Page 139: Compass/Temperature Display
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Compass/Temperature Display After completing one 360-degree turn, with the vehicle traveling less than 5 mph (8 km/h), in an area free from WARNING! large metal or metallic objects, the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally.
Page 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 free from large metal objects or power lines. The CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally. NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the overhead console. This is where the compass sensor is located.
Page 141: Outside Temperature
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set the GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED display to “Compass/Temperature.” Press and hold the HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- RESET button approximately five seconds. The last vari- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage ance zone number will be displayed.
Page 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse”...
Page 143: Programming Homelink
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 WARNING! seconds. Release the buttons when the indicators start to flash. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the training the transceiver.
Page 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 3. Simultaneously, press and hold both the chosen 4. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink button. If HomeLink button and the hand-held transmitter button the indicator(s) blink rapidly for two seconds and then until the indicator(s) change from a slow to a rapid flash remains constant, continue with the next section: Pro- rate.
Page 145 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 6. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “training” wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open &...
Page 146: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The Gate Operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- indicator(s) will change from a slow flash, to a rapid nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of flash when trained.
Page 147: Security
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, the Vehicle Theft Alarm is active. follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.
Page 148: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 General Information ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS This device complies with FCC rules part 15 and Industry This vehicle has two 12V auxiliary power outlets that can Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following provide up to 20 Amps of current for accessories de- two conditions: signed for use with standard power outlet adapters.
Page 149: Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off (Battery Fed Configuration)
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: All accessories connected to these outlets should Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery be removed or turned OFF when the vehicle is not in use, Fed Configuration) to protect the battery against discharge (unless the cus- CAUTION! tomer has reconfigured the fuse block to switched battery feed).
Page 150: Floor Console - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 cleaning purposes (upper rack of dishwasher only). Vari- FLOOR CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED ous storage compartments provide versatile and useful Floor Console Features storage. A coin holder is also provided inside the driver The Floor Console between the driver’s and front pas- side storage bin.
Page 151: Center Storage Compartment - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE inside of the armrest lid. A tissue holder is also provided CUPHOLDERS on the inside of the armrest lid, which holds a pocket-size If your vehicle has bucket seats with a center console, soft pack of tissue.
Page 152: Rear Storage - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 REAR STORAGE – IF EQUIPPED Rear Convenience Storage Crates WARNING! Do not sit or stand on this crate. It may collapse causing serious injury. Rear Cup Holders – Crew Cab...
Page 153 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The rear convenience storage crates are located under the CAUTION! rear seat lower cushion and consist of two removable, collapsible storage crates. Do not lift up on the “End Flaps” to open the crate, damage to the “End Flaps”...
Page 154: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers Retainer hooks, which will hold plastic grocery bag handles, are built into the back panel of the cab. Insert Crate To install the crate into the base, insert the crate into the inboard slot and push down on the outboard side of the crate, and snap into place.
Page 155: Rear Window Features
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES A pushbutton type switch is located on the right side of the Air Conditioning and Heater Control, Rear Window Defroster – If Equipped below the A/C (Snowflake) button. Pressing the switch will turn on the Rear Window Defroster.
Page 156: Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 A locking device in the center of the window helps to Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the lock to release the window. TAILGATE Tailgate Removal To simplify mounting a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate can be removed quickly.
Page 157: Two-Position Tailgate / Upper Load Platform
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Unclip and remove the cables from the box while To reinstall the tailgate, do the following: maintaining a 45-degree angle. 1. Slide the tailgate onto the driver’s side pivot. 2. Hold the tailgate at a 45-degree angle and insert it into the passenger side pivot.
Page 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 • Snap the tailgate support cable between the cable guide and the tailgate bumper. Do this on both sides of the tailgate. 1 - Bulkhead Divider Slot 2 - Wheel Housing Indentions 2. Secure the tailgate in the partially-open position: To return the tailgate to the full-open position: •...
Page 159: Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Remove both cables from between the cable guides REAR CARGO AREA UTILITY RAILS and the tailgate bumpers, and lower the tailgate. CAUTION! CAUTION! The maximum load per cleat should not exceed 320 •...
Page 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 To remove the cleats from the utility rail, remove the end cap by pushing up on the locking tab, located on the bottom of the end cap. Slide the cleat off the end of the rail.
Page 161 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SLIDE-IN CAMPERS To mount a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate can be removed. Unlatch the tailgate and remove the Camper Applications support cables from the retainer pins. Raise the right side Certain truck models are not recommended for slide-in of the tailgate until the lower right side pivot clears the campers.
Page 162: Instrument Panel And Controls
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS CONTENTS ▫ AM Reception ..... . . 178 Instruments And Controls ....164 ▫...
Page 163 162 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ▫ Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And 6–Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX Communication (UConnect ) (If Equipped) . . . 208 Jack) ....... . 191 ▫...
Page 164 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 163 ▫ Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ..219 System (VES™) (If Equipped) ... . . 215 Climate Controls .
Page 165: Instruments And Controls
164 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 1 — Headlight Switch 6 — Glove Box 11 — Transfer Case Switch* 2 — Air Outlets 7 — Radio 12 — Speed Control Switches 3 — Demister Outlets 8 — Climate Controls 13 —...
Page 166: Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 165 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 167: Instrument Cluster Description
166 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION CAUTION! 1. Fuel Gauge Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the en- The Fuel Gauge shows level of fuel in tank when gine running as you would not be able to react to the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Page 168 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 167 left/right turn signal is left on, with the vehicle speed 7. Coolant Temperature Light greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) for more than one mile. The Coolant Temperature light warns of an over- heated engine condition. For a bulb check, this 4.
Page 169 168 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 10. Security Light WARNING! The Security Light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm others could be badly burned by steam or boiling is set.
Page 170 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 169 12. Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Light range (PRND21). If the PRNDL displays only the char- The Engine Oil Pressure indicator lights when the acters PRND21 (no boxes), have the system checked by engine oil pressure has become too low. For a bulb an authorized dealer.
Page 171 170 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Also the cluster will display, replacing the odometer, flash in the instrument cluster odometer for approxi- vehicle warning messages such as: door ajar, low wash, mately 12 seconds after a single chime has sounded, to No-fuse, Change Oil and the outside temperature on indicate the next scheduled oil change interval.
Page 172 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 171 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. 18. Transmission Temperature Indicator The Transmission Temperature indicator light NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you that there is excessive transmission fluid tem- start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not perature, that might occur with severe usage reset.
Page 173 172 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS turned ON and remain on for 15 seconds as a bulb check. WARNING! If the light does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- ous.
Page 174 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 173 seconds, and remain on until the vehicle is started. If the 22. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If bulb does not come on during starting, have the condi- Equipped tion investigated promptly. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly, when cold and If this light comes on and remains on while driving, it inflated to the inflation pressure recommended...
Page 175 174 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure handling and stopping ability.
Page 176 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 175 the ignition is first turned ON, or the light stays on or CAUTION! comes on while driving, have the airbag system checked by an authorized dealer. The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and 24.
Page 177: Electronic Digital Clock
176 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 27. Cargo Light ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK The Cargo Light indicator will illuminate when the Cargo The clock and radio each use the display panel built into Light is activated pressing the Cargo Light button, lo- the radio.
Page 178: Clock Setting Procedure
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 177 Clock Setting Procedure RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. Radio Broadcast Signals The radio will provide excellent reception under most 2. Adjust the hours by turning the TUNE/AUDIO con- operating conditions.
Page 179: Electrical Disturbances
178 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Electrical Disturbances NOTE: The radio, steering wheel radio controls (if Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during equipped), and 6-disc CD/DVD changer (if equipped) transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition and thus remain a part of the AM reception.
Page 180: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 179 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction without stopping.
Page 181 180 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS SCAN Button PHONE Button (UConnect Hands-Free Phone) — Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for If Equipped the next listenable station in AM or FM frequencies, Press this button to operate the Hands-Free Phone pausing for five seconds at each listenable station before (UConnect ) feature (if equipped).
Page 182 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 181 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call will begin to blink. letters displayed).
Page 183 182 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the MUSIC TYPE Button mid range tones.
Page 184 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 183 16-Digit Character 16-Digit Character Program Type Program Type Display Display Classic Rock Cls Rock Soft Soft College College Soft Rock Soft Rck Country Country Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Foreign Language Language Sports Sports Information Inform Talk...
Page 185 184 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS SETUP Button selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between ton, the station will continue to play but will not be the following items: stored into pushbutton memory. •...
Page 186: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 185 DISC Button Inserting Compact Disc(s) Pressing the DISC button will allow you to switch from Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD AM/FM modes to Disc modes. label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and radio display.
Page 187 186 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it. •...
Page 188: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 187 TIME Button Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran- Press this button to change the display from a large CD domly selected track. playing time display to a small CD playing time display. Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play.
Page 189 188 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS • Level 2: 31 (including a separator . and a three- files properly and may be unable to play the file nor- mally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported. character extension) The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.
Page 190 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 189 rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files Playback of MP3 Files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the VBR bit rates.
Page 191: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
190 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
Page 192 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 191 TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) SALES CODE REQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Press this button to change the display to time of day. The AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is JACK) OFF).
Page 193 192 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Operating Instructions - Radio Mode to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC another selection.
Page 194 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 193 Phone Button (UConnect Hands-Free Phone) — If 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ Equipped SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press this button to operate the Hands-Free Phone will begin to blink.
Page 195 194 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the direction of the arrows.
Page 196 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 195 or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five 16-Digit Character Program Type seconds will allow the program format type to be se- Display lected. Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Jazz Jazz Music Type information. News News Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following...
Page 197 196 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS NOTE: Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll 16-Digit Character Program Type through the entries. Push the AUDIO/SELECT button to Display select an entry and make changes. Top 40 Top 40 • DVD Enter - When the disc is in DVD Menu mode, Weather Weather selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current...
Page 198 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 197 • Audio Stream – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will • VES™ CH1/CH2 - Allows the user to change the switch to different audio languages (if supported on mode of either the IR1 or IR2, wireless headphones by the disc) (if equipped).
Page 199 198 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Enter the four-digit country code using the TUNE/ Subtitles — If Equipped SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select the Selecting this item allows you to choose between subtitle number and then push to select. Off or On.
Page 200 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 199 auto-play the main title. In such cases, use the MENU You may add a second station to each pushbutton by button on the remote control to select desired title to play. repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display NOTE: The user will have to set these defaults before window.
Page 201 200 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO) The radio DVD player and many DVD discs are coded by LOAD Button —...
Page 202 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 201 Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s) SCAN Button (CD MODE) Press the EJECT button and the pushbutton Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on the with the corresponding number (1-6) where the CD currently playing.
Page 203 202 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files The radio uses the following limits for file systems: The radio can play MP3/WMA files; however, acceptable • Maximum number of directory levels: 8 MP3/WMA file recording media and formats are limited. •...
Page 204 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 203 If a disc contains multi-formats, such as CD audio and MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) MP3/WMA tracks, the radio will only play the MP3/ Specification quency (kHz) WMA tracks on that disc. 320, 256, 224, MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, Supported MP3/WMA File Formats...
Page 205 204 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended supported. to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Playback of MP3/WMA Files before writing to the disc.
Page 206 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 205 Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through iary device if the AUX jack is connected. the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Name, and Folder Name (if available).
Page 207 206 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone Press the TIME button to change the display from (UConnect ) (If Equipped) elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )” in display for five seconds.
Page 208 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 207 Macrovision player, USB port, 20-gigabyte hard drive (HDD), and the This product incorporates copyright protection technol- UConnect Hands-Free Bluetooth cellular system. ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- NOTE: If your vehicle is not equipped with UConnect , tual property rights.
Page 209 208 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS photos from CDs or through the USB port. The Gracenote Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio database finds the artist, track, and title for the music. Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for detailed operating instructions. An auxiliary input jack permits passengers to listen to a portable MP3 player through the vehicle’s speakers.
Page 210 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 209 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The Changing Daylight Savings Time clock setting menu will appear on the screen. If the words When selected, this feature will display the time of day in “Time: GPS Time”...
Page 211 210 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The 6. To save the new time setting, touch the screen where clock setting menu will appear on the screen. If the words the word “Save” is displayed. “Time: User Clock”...
Page 212 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 211 call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius SATELLITE RADIO (RSC) — IF EQUIPPED (RER/REQ/REN RADIOS ONLY) web site at www.sirius.com, or at www.siriuscanada.ca Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- for Canadian residents. Please have the following infor- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to mation available when calling: coast.
Page 213 212 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the Satellite Antenna Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on roof around the rooftop antenna location or strap items to the radio to exit this screen.
Page 214 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 213 • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can SCAN Button cause intermittent reception. Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con- • Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can tinuing to the next.
Page 215 214 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS TUNE Control (Rotary) SETUP Button Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel. following items: • Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number.
Page 216 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 215 You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press Equipped) the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )”...
Page 217 216 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the surface of the steering wheel.
Page 218 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 217 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next wiping from center to edge. track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once 3.
Page 219 218 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS SOUND BOX OPERATION Switch Position Light Operation The Sound Box includes one subwoofer, two tweeters Pulse (right/passenger and lights that pulsate with the music. side) position – In this position the sound is ac- The lights can be: turned off, on constantly, or pulse with tive and the lights will the beat of the music.
Page 220 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 219 RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Air Conditioning And Heater Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being ON in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna.
Page 221 220 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS at the top of the snowflake button shows that the air Recirculation Modes (Panel or Bi-Level ) conditioning is on. Press the button a second time to turn Select the recirculation modes when the air conditioning off. the outside air contains dust, odors, high humidity, or if rapid cooling is Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed...
Page 222 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 221 Floor Blower Control Outside air flows primarily through the floor out- The rotary knob on the left of lets located under the instrument panel. the control panel is the Blower Control. Turn the knob clockwise to one of the Outside air flows in equal proportions through the four positions to obtain the floor and defroster outlets.
Page 223 222 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Temperature Control Side window demisters direct airflow specifically to the The rotary knob at the center window glass to help prevent interior fogging of the of the control panel controls glass. They are located in the extreme outside upper the temperature of the inte- edges of the instrument panel.
Page 224 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 223 temperatures when it’s rainy or humid. In most cases Operating Tips turning on the Air-conditioning (pressing the snowflake Fast Cooldown button) will clear the fog. Adjust the temperature control, For a fast cooldown, open the windows and turn the air direction and blower speed to maintain comfort.
Page 225 224 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Summer Operation Winter Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high When operating the system during the winter months, quality antifreeze coolant during summer, to provide make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point windshield, is free of ice, slush, snow, or other obstruc- of the coolant for protection against overheating.
Page 226 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 225 Operation Tips Chart...
Page 228 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Automatic Transmission ....236 Starting Procedures ..... 231 ▫...
Page 229 228 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating ▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . 261 Information / Precautions ....250 Power Steering .
Page 230 STARTING AND OPERATING 229 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ....279 ▫ Reformulated Gasoline ....291 ▫...
Page 231 230 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles ..299 Weight Ratings) ..... . 310 ▫...
Page 232: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 231 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may WARNING! cause serious injury or death.
Page 233: Automatic Transmission
232 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission If Engine Fails To Start Start the engine with the shift lever in NEUTRAL or If the engine fails to start after you have followed the PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any normal starting procedure, it may be flooded.
Page 234 STARTING AND OPERATING 233 WARNING! WARNING! Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- the vehicle.
Page 235: After Starting
234 STARTING AND OPERATING If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not Engine Block Heater — If Equipped have enough power to continue running when the key is The engine block heater warms engine coolant and released.
Page 236: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! CAUTION! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or “N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle ing precautions are not observed: could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse.
Page 237: Automatic Transmission
236 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission WARNING! The electronic PRNDL on the instrument cluster indicates the transmission gear selected. The shift lever is mounted Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if on the right side of the steering column. To drive, move it is not completely in PARK.
Page 238 STARTING AND OPERATING 237 “N” NEUTRAL WARNING! Shift to NEUTRAL when vehicle is standing for pro- longed periods with engine running. Engine may be It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or started in this range. Set the parking brake if you must “N”...
Page 239 238 STARTING AND OPERATING hill, use 1st gear. To prevent excessive engine speed do NOTE: If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem- not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h) in this range. peratures, the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will automatically select the most desirable gear for Overdrive Operation operation at this temperature.
Page 240 STARTING AND OPERATING 239 When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode operating in TOW/HAUL mode, 5th gear (if equipped) is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shift patterns are modified. Shifts into Overdrive (4th gear) are allowed during steady cruise (for improved fuel economy), and auto- matic closed-throttle downshifts to 3rd gear (for im- proved braking) will occur during steady braking.
Page 241: Manual Transmission
240 STARTING AND OPERATING gear. When the vehicle speed drops below a calibrated NOTE: If the vehicle has not been driven in several speed, or during acceleration, the clutch automatically days, the first few seconds of operation after shifting the and smoothly disengages.
Page 242: Shifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 Shifting CAUTION! Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or attempt to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch. NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in- creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid warms up.
Page 243: Downshifting
242 STARTING AND OPERATING Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds Downshifting To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for both Moving from a high gear down to a lower gear is fuel economy and performance, it should be upshifted as recommended to preserve brakes when driving down listed in recommended shift speed chart.
Page 244: Reverse Shifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 Maximum Recommended Downshifting Speeds CAUTION! Gear Selec- 6 to 5 5 to 4 4 to 3 3 to 2 2 to 1 When descending a hill, be very careful to downshift tion one gear at a time to prevent overspeeding the engine Maxi- 85 mph 75 mph...
Page 245: Four-Wheel Drive Operation
244 STARTING AND OPERATING The “knock-over” prevents the driver from accidentally When additional traction is required, the transfer case entering the REVERSE shift area and warns the driver 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used to lock that they are about to shift the transmission into RE- the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front VERSE.
Page 246 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights or illuminates during driving, it means that the 4WD Transfer case position indicator lights are located on the system is not functioning properly and that service is instrument cluster. If there is no indicator light on or required.
Page 247 246 STARTING AND OPERATING When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine WARNING! speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. Take care You or others could be injured if you leave the not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the (40 km/h).
Page 248 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 4WD LOW The 2–Wheel Drive (Rear-Wheel Drive) High Range, is The 4-Wheel Drive Low (4WD LOW) Range provides used for normal street and highway driving, on dry, low speed 4-wheel drive. It locks the front and rear hard-surfaced roads.
Page 249: Shifting Procedure - Nv233/243 Transfer Case
248 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure - NV233/243 Transfer Case return the control knob back to the original position, make certain all shift requirements have been met, wait five seconds, and try the shift again. 2WD-to-4WD LOCK or 4WD LOCK-to-2WD Rotate the 4WD Control Switch to the desired position.
Page 250 STARTING AND OPERATING 249 will remain ON. At this time, reduce speed and stop 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (depress clutch spinning the wheels to complete the shift. There may be on manual transmissions). a delay up to 10 seconds for the shift to complete after the 3.
Page 251: Nv 244 Generation Ii Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions
250 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. After the desired position indicator light is ON (not NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating flashing), shift transmission back into gear (release clutch Information / Precautions on manual transmissions). The NV 244 Generation II is an electric-shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch, which is NOTE: If steps 1 or 2, of either the Preferred or Alternate located on the instrument panel.
Page 252 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 roads. This feature provides the safety, security, and NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is to be convenience of operating in all-wheel drive at all times used for recreational towing only. Refer to “Recreational regardless of road conditions. Towing”...
Page 253 252 STARTING AND OPERATING When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine WARNING! speed is approximately three times that of the 4WD or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. Take care Always engage the parking brake when powering not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph down the vehicle if the SVC 4WD light is illumi- (40 km/h).
Page 254 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 4WD LOCK WARNING! The 4-Wheel Drive Lock (4WD LOCK) range, locks the transfer case inter-axle differential, forcing the front and You or others could be injured if you leave the rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the traction for loose, slippery road surfaces only.
Page 255: Shifting Procedure - Nv 244 Generation Ii
254 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II wheels to complete the shift. There may be a delay up to 13 seconds for the shift to complete after the wheels have Transfer Case stopped spinning. NOTE: Delayed shifting out of the 4WD LOCK position may be experienced due to uneven tire wear, low tire pressure, or excessive loading.
Page 256: Limited-Slip Rear Axle Differential - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control NOTE: If any of the requirements to select a new switch to the desired position. transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case will not shift. The indicator light will flash and the 4.
Page 257: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
256 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES WARNING! When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differen- surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause tial, never run the engine with one rear wheel off the partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ground.
Page 258: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 DRIVING THROUGH WATER Shallow Standing Water Driving through water more than a few inches/ Although your vehicle is capable of driving through millimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure shallow standing water, consider the following Caution safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
Page 259 258 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 260: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked and PARKING BRAKE The foot-operated parking brake is positioned below the the shift lever is in the PARK position. When parking on lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the a hill you should apply the parking brake before placing parking brake, pull the parking brake release handle.
Page 261: Brake System
260 STARTING AND OPERATING BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- off), the brakes will still function. The effort required to ing your vehicle, or the vehicle may roll and cause brake the vehicle will be significantly more than that damage or injury.
Page 262: Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 The ABS remains operational in the 4-wheel drive mode. Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The level of performance is reduced when the front 4-Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in maintaining brakes are locked up. This will cause the rear brakes to vehicle control under adverse braking conditions.
Page 263 262 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! • Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS) cannot prevent Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping the natural laws of physics from acting on the makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition...
Page 264: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 When you are in a severe braking condition involving NOTE: Increased noise levels at the end of the steering use of the ABS, you will experience some pedal drop as wheel travel are considered normal and does not indicate the vehicle comes to a stop.
Page 265: Tire Safety Information
264 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTION! Tire Markings Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and should be avoided when pos- sible. Damage to the power steering pump may occur. NOTE: •...
Page 266 STARTING AND OPERATING 265 • European Metric tire sizing is based on European • Temporary spare tires are high-pressure compact design standards. Tires designed to this standard have spares designed for temporary emergency use only. the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T”...
Page 267 266 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 268 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved un- der specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions,...
Page 269: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
268 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, vehicle.
Page 270: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side B-pillar. Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry...
Page 271 270 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You the weight referenced here.
Page 272 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (295 NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to kg) {(since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs (295 calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capaci- kg)}.
Page 273 272 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 274: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 1. Safety— WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the accidents.
Page 275: Tire Inflation Pressures
274 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Economy— maximum loaded vehicle condition. These pressure con- Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear ditions will be found in the “Supplemental Tire Pressure patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal Information” section of this manual. wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement.
Page 276 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with properly inflated even when they are under-inflated.
Page 277: Radial Ply Tires
276 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 278: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the radial tires. It is engineered to be used on your style wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare.
Page 279: Tire Spinning
278 STARTING AND OPERATING original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your Tire Spinning vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited-use spare When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same tire, spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) replace (or repair) the original tire and reinstall on the or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without...
Page 280: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).
Page 281: Replacement Tires
280 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires WARNING! The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu- regardless of the remaining tread.
Page 282: Alignment And Balance
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that Replacing original tires with tires of a different size specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of may result in false speedometer and odometer unapproved tires and wheels may change suspen- readings.
Page 283: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If
282 STARTING AND OPERATING Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. TIRE CHAINS Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- CAUTION! balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear. • The use of chains is permitted only on vehicles SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION equipped with P245/70R16 tires.
Page 284 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- CAUTION! ing link and cable (radial) chains. To avoid damage to your vehicle, tires or chains, observe the Tire chain use is permitted only on the rear tires of your following precautions: vehicle.
Page 285: Snow Tires
284 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Snow tires should be of the same size and type construc- Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at tion as the front tires. Consult the manufacturer of the different loads and perform different steering, driving, snow tire to determine any maximum vehicle speed and braking functions.
Page 286: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) — IF EQUIPPED The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure (the placard is lo- cated on the driver’s side B-pillar). The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C).
Page 287 286 STARTING AND OPERATING TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold pressure falls below the low pressure warning threshold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of 33 for any reason, including low temperature effects, or psi (227 kPa).
Page 288 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 CAUTION! CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures have reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent mois- been established for the tire size equipped on your ture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which vehicle.
Page 289: Base System - If Equipped
288 STARTING AND OPERATING • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- The TPMS consists of the following components: nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain • Receiver module correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge, even •...
Page 290 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp will flash on 1. This spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitor- and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a ing sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the tire system fault is detected.
Page 291: General Information
290 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the full size spare tire, following licenses: the TPMS will update automatically and the TPM Telltale Lamp will turn OFF, as long as no tire pressure is below United States .
Page 292: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 The 4.7L HO engine is designed to meet all Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide, have issued and emissions regulations, and provide satis- endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- factory fuel economy and performance wide Fuel Charter, WWFC), which define fuel properties when using high-quality unleaded gaso- necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, line having an octane range of 87 to 91.
Page 293: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
292 STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- E85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE and ETBE. Oxygen- manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from ates are required in some areas of the country, during the Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of Metha- Winter months, to reduce carbon monoxide emissions.
Page 294: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United Fuel System Cautions States. MMT is prohibited in Federal and California CAUTION! reformulated gasoline. Materials Added To Fuel Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: All gasolines sold in the United States are required to •...
Page 295: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
294 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control Carbon Monoxide Warnings systems can result in civil penalties being assessed WARNING! against you. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: •...
Page 296: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 ADDING FUEL CAUTION! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. NOTE: Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.
Page 297: Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
296 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys- portable container that is inside of a vehicle or on a tem could result from using an improper fuel tank truck bed.
Page 298: Flexible Fuel - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 FLEXIBLE FUEL — IF EQUIPPED E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve- hicles only. These vehicles can be identified by the unique yellow gas cap that states, Ethanol (E-85) or Unleaded Gasoline Only.
Page 299: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
298 STARTING AND OPERATING ETHANOL FUEL (E-85) CAUTION! E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler cap (gas cap) can operate on E-85. WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury.
Page 300: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 NOTE: When the ambient temperature is above 90°F Fuel Requirements Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with (32°C), you may experience hard starting and rough idle an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of following startup, even if the above recommendations these two.
Page 301: Starting
300 STARTING AND OPERATING Starting Cruising Range The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter when ambient temperatures fall below 0° F (-18° C). In than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel the range of 0°...
Page 302: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 This label contains the month and year of manufacture, VEHICLE LOADING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Certification Label Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- Number (VIN).
Page 303: Curb Weight
302 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Inflation Pressure (Cold) The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
Page 304 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 should then be determined separately to be sure that the WARNING! load is properly distributed over front and rear axle. Weighing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total or the maximum front and rear GAWR.
Page 305 304 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The weights shown in this chart are not the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 6500 LBS. weights for your vehicle. Also, the amount of load added to both the front and rear axles can be computed after the vehicle has been weighed both in its curb weight condition, and in its loaded and ready for operation condition.
Page 306: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information The Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) is the weight of the on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and with your vehicle.
Page 307 306 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Frontal Area The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear The maximum height and maximum width of the front of axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles a trailer.
Page 308 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 • Trailer Sway Control – Mechanical Weight-Distributing Hitch The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used that typically provides adjustable friction associated with for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer...
Page 309 308 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! An improperly adjusted Weight-Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling, stability, and braking performance, and could result in an accident. Weight-Distributing Systems may not be compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable recreational vehicle dealer for additional information.
Page 310: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup truck. The coupling arm connects to the hitch mounted over the rear axle in the truck bed. Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to...
Page 311: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) • http:// www.dodge.com/towing Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada) Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - Extra Heavy 10,000 lbs (4540 kg)
Page 312 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on Consider the following items when computing the your bumper or trailer hitch. weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle.
Page 313: Towing Requirements
312 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle driv- etrain components the following guidelines are recom- Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. mended: Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: CAUTION! Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer...
Page 314 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 • Safety chains must always be used between your 2. GTW vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the 3. GAWR frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough 4.
Page 315 314 STARTING AND OPERATING − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is before towing a trailer. For the proper inspection required when towing a trailer with electronically procedure, refer to “Tread Wear Indicators” under actuated brakes.
Page 316 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle’s WARNING! wiring harness. Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Page 317: Towing Tips
316 STARTING AND OPERATING If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in 1stT gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage. Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The “D” range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the TOW/ HAUL feature should be selected.
Page 318 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level Towing Tips — Cooling System before towing. To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: Towing Tips — Tow/Haul (If Equipped) To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat- −...
Page 319: Snowplow
318 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOWPLOW CAUTION! Snowplow Usage Using this vehicle for snowplow applications can Do not use your vehicle for snowplow applications. cause damage to the vehicle. WARNING! Snowplows, winches, and other aftermarket equip- WARNING! ment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle.
Page 320: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND CAUTION! MOTORHOME, ETC.) The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL for Recreational Towing 2WD Models recreational towing. The NEUTRAL selection button Recreational towing of 2WD models is not allowable. is located on the lower left hand corner of the 4WD Towing the vehicle with the transmission in NEUTRAL Control Switch.
Page 321 320 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing Procedure 6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for depress the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL button for 4 recreational towing. seconds. CAUTION! It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL before recre- ational towing to prevent damage to internal parts.
Page 322 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 9. Shift automatic transmission into REVERSE. prior to depressing the NEUTRAL button or are no longer met during the 4 second timer, then the NEU- 10. Release brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that TRAL indicator light will flash continuously until all there is no vehicle movement.
Page 323 322 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Depress brake pedal. CAUTION! 6. Shift automatic transmission to NEUTRAL or depress Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- clutch on manual transmission. mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in 7.
Page 324 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 11. Set parking brake. Shift automatic transmission to NOTE: Flashing NEUTRAL position indicator light PARK or shift manual transmission to NEUTRAL. indicates that shift requirements have not been met. NOTE: Items 1 through 5 are requirements that must be WARNING! met prior to depressing the NEUTRAL selection button, and must continue to be met until 1 second elapses and...
Page 325: Equipment Identification Plate
324 STARTING AND OPERATING EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE CAUTION! The equipment Identification Plate is located on the hood inner surface. • Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be The following information about your vehicle is dis- damaged.
Page 326: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....326 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....339 Changing A Flat Tire .
Page 327: Hazard Warning Flasher
326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is on the top of the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. Press the flasher switch and all front and rear directional signals will flash intermittently. Press the switch a second time to turn off the emergency flashers.
Page 328: Changing A Flat Tire
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked. CHANGING A FLAT TIRE Jack Location In this vehicle, the scissor jack and tire changing tools for Extended Cab models are stowed in a compartment under the rear passenger seat.
Page 329 328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Screw Jack Stowage Location (Crew Cab)
Page 330: Removing The Spare Tire
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 329 out from under the vehicle. When the spare is clear, tilt WARNING! the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel. The jack is designed as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for Steps for Removing the Spare Tire service purposes, unless suitable supports are placed...
Page 331 330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Rotate clockwise to stow the spare tire. Turning Lug Wrench and Extension It is recommended that you stow the flat or spare to Inserting Lug Wrench and Extension avoid tangling the loose cable.
Page 332: Tire Changing Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 Tire Changing Procedure WARNING! Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack.
Page 333 332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Block both the front and rear Preparations Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding icy or of the wheel diagonally oppo- slippery areas. Set the parking brake and place the shift site the jacking position.
Page 334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 333 1. Lower and remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from stowage. 2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 3.
Page 335 334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Place the jack under the axle in the positions shown with the drive tubes extending to the rear.
Page 336 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 335 WARNING! WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. It could hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle. Al- slip off the jack and hurt someone near it.
Page 337 336 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To Stow the Flat or Spare WARNING! Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is down. Slide the wheel retainer through the center of the wheel and Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help position it properly across the wheel opening.
Page 338: Jump-Starting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 337 Check the Battery Test Indicator (if equipped). If a light or JUMP–STARTING bright colored dot is visible in the indicator, DO NOT WARNING! jump-start the battery. If the indicator is dark or shows a green dot, proceed as •...
Page 339 338 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive WARNING! terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the battery.
Page 340: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 339 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE WARNING! If vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the shift lever Any procedure other than above could result in: rhythmically between 1st and REVERSE, while applying 1.
Page 341: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
340 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow hooks. Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. WARNING! Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks.
Page 342: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 341 Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised vehicle stranded off road.
Page 343 342 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the vehicle is to be towed more than 15 mi (25 km) or NOTE: Towing the vehicle with the rear wheels on the faster than 30 mph (50 km/h), it must be towed on a ground at more than 30 mph (50 km/h) or for more than flatbed, or with the rear wheels raised and the front 15 mi (25 km), can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 344: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil ......352 3.7L Engine Compartment ....346 ▫...
Page 345 344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ... . . 360 ▫ Automatic Transmission ....373 ▫...
Page 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 ▫ Center High-Mounted Stop Light And Cargo Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ..399 Lamp ......393 ▫...
Page 347: 3.7L Engine Compartment
346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT...
Page 348: L Engine Compartment
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 4.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT...
Page 349: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 350: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 the odometer RESET button to turn the message off. If the Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD problem persists, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the vehicle is started.
Page 351: Replacement Parts
350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD system is happen: ready or not ready, if the MIL symbol is illuminated during normal vehicle operation, you should have your a.
Page 352: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 DEALER SERVICE WARNING! Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- nel, special tools and equipment to perform all service You can be badly injured working on or around a operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are motor vehicle.
Page 353: Engine Oil
352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE These items should be inspected if a malfunction is CAUTION! observed or suspected. Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause Engine Oil oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage Checking Engine Oil Level your engine.
Page 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 Change Engine Oil Engine Oil Selection Follow the Maintenance Schedule for recommended en- For best performance and maximum protection under all gine oil and filter change intervals. types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in- the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard tervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months...
Page 355 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) Materials Added to Engine Oils The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to ture starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 356: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 At the mileage indicated in the maintenance schedule, all Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine belts and tensioner should be checked for condition. oil change. Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure. Belts should be inspected for evidence of cuts, cracks, Engine Oil Filter Selection The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil...
Page 357: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE due to a faulty spark plug. Check the Vehicle Emissions WARNING! Control Information label for the proper type of spark plug for your vehicle. The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air CAUTION! cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance.
Page 358: Engine Fuel Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 plug for your vehicle, refer to ”Spark Plugs” under Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts” in this section. verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure CAUTION! proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage.
Page 359 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control vehicle allowed to cool. Thereafter, service, including a systems can result in civil penalties being assessed tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications, should be ob- against you. tained immediately. To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! •...
Page 360: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! The top of the maintenance-free battery is permanently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can maintenance required. burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing.
Page 361: Air Conditioner Maintenance
360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer • It is essential when replacing the cables on the at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance positive post, and the negative cable is attached to...
Page 362: Power Steering - Fluid Check
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar- bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants tection Agency (EPA), and is an ozone-saving product. approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- However, the manufacturer recommends that air condi- tioning system.
Page 363: Front Suspension Ball Joints
362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Suspension Ball Joints WARNING! The ball joints and seals should be inspected whenever the vehicle is serviced for other reasons. Damaged seals Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and should be replaced to prevent leakage or contamination with the engine off, to prevent injury from moving of the grease.
Page 364: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield seat tracks, doors and hood hinges, should be lubricated should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth periodically to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect and a mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 365: Exhaust System
364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE system. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer anti- Weather Windshield Washer Solution used with water as freeze (not radiator antifreeze), and operate the system directed on the container, aids cleaning action, reduces for a few seconds to flush out the residual water. freezing point to avoid line clogging, and is not harmful to paint or trim.
Page 366: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 Engine Coolant Checks WARNING! Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Page 367 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT RE- CAUTION! MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. • Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT engine coolants may result in engine damage and Cooling System —...
Page 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This solution.
Page 369 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any Disposal of Used Engine Coolant accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant is a regulated substance, requiring proper disposal. Check with your WARNING! local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community.
Page 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant recovery bottle • Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the need only be checked once a month.
Page 371: Emission-Related Components
370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is Ensure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the collapsed. condenser clean, also. Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they •...
Page 372: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 plugged or sticking, replace with a new valve – Do not pads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when attempt to clean the oil PCV valve! Check ventilating pads are replaced. If the brake fluid level is abnormally hose for indication of damage or plugging with deposits.
Page 373 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake Linings WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting brakes. During normal driving, a few brake applications while Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in moving in reverse will maintain your brakes at the spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the specified adjustment.
Page 374: Clutch Hydraulic System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 while the vehicle is level, enough lubricant should be WARNING! added to bring the level to the bottom of the filler hole. This fluid does not require periodic changing. However, Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure. if it becomes necessary to add or replace the fluid in these You could have an accident.
Page 375 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Operate the engine at idle speed and normal operating a minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain into temperature. the transmission before rechecking the fluid level. 2. The vehicle must be on level ground. NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature, the fluid level should be 3.
Page 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 7. Check for leaks. Release parking brake. Parts” in this section. It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission recommended fluid. after checking or replenishing fluid, make certain that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Page 377: Transfer Case
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid Axles leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as For correct fluid type, refer to ”Front or Rear Axle” under they may adversely affect seals. “Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts”...
Page 378: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 when equipped with limited-slip differential. Rear axle The following maintenance recommendations will enable fluid level should be 1/4 in (6.4 mm) below filler plug for you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion 8-1/4 in, and 9-1/4 in axles. resistance built into your vehicle.
Page 379 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Washing CAUTION! • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such hicle in the shade using a mild car wash soap, and as steel wool or scouring powder, which will scratch rinse the panels completely with clear water.
Page 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or heavy soil, use Mopar Wheel Cleaner or select a non- similar cause, which destroys the paint and protective abrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- steel wool, a bristle brush or metal polishes.
Page 381 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For grease stains, apply Mopar Multipurpose cleaner and Mopar Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please damp towel to remove soap residue.
Page 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 defrosters, or windshields equipped with a windshield Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses wiper de-icer. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instru- The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are ments, which may scratch the elements. molded in clear plastic.
Page 383: Fuses (Power Distribution Center)
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES (POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER) These power distribution centers house new plug-in Your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distri- “Cartridge” fuses, which replace all the in-line fusible bution center located on the left side of the engine links previously used.
Page 384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Powertrain Control 25 Amp Trans/Powertrain Module (PCM)/Fuel/ Natural Control Module RAD/AC Coils (PCM) 10 Amp Cabin Compartment 20 Amp Horn Node (CCN)/Mirror/ Yellow 20 Amp ABS Feed (Valves)
Page 385 384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 25 Amp Audio Amp 20 Amp Front Control Module Natural Yellow (FCM) 4 (Wipers) 20 Amp Power Outlet (Switch- Spare Yellow able) 30 Amp Ignition Accessory 20 Amp Fog Lamps...
Page 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Spare 20 Amp Trailer Tow Park Yellow Lamps 20 Amp Spare Blue 10 Amp Airbag System # 2 30 Amp Starter Solenoid Pink Spare 40 Amp Ignition Run Feeds 20 Amp...
Page 387 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Rear Defogger 20 Amp Front Control Module Green Yellow (FCM) 3 (Reverse Lamps) Spare Spare CAUTION! 10 Amp Heated Seats When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use 20 Amp Airbag System # 2 only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
Page 388: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 • As an alternative to the above steps you may discon- (I.O.D.) fuses located in the Auxiliary Power Distribution Center (PDC) located in the engine compartment. The nect the negative cable from the battery. I.O.D. cavities include a snap-in retainer that allows the REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS fuse to be disconnected, without removing it from the fuse block.
Page 389: Bulb Replacement
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park And Turn Lights CAUTION! This is a halogen bulb. Avoid touching the glass with your fingers. Reduced bulb life will result. 1. Open the hood 2. Remove the three bolts from the front of the headlight housing.
Page 390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 5. Twist 1/4-turn and remove headlight bulb from hous- NOTE: It is not necessary to disconnect the connector to ing and replace. replace the park/turn signal bulb. If the bulb socket needs replacement, disconnect the connector. NOTE: The headlight bulb is a Halogen bulb.
Page 391 390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the park/turn signal bulb, rotate bulb socket 1/4-turn and remove socket from housing. Pull bulb straight from socket. Disconnecting Park/Turn Signal Connector Removing Park/Turn Signal Bulb...
Page 392: Rear Side Marker, Taillamps/Stop Lamps, And Turn Signal Bulbs - Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 Rear Side Marker, Taillamps/Stop Lamps, And Turn Signal Bulbs — Replacement 1. Remove the two screws that pass through the bed sheetmetal. Pulling Housing From Body 2. Pull the taillamp housing straight out from the body. Removing the Two Screws...
Page 393 392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it 4. Pull bulb straight out of socket. from the housing. Pulling Bulb From Socket Rotating Bulb Socket From Housing...
Page 394: Center High-Mounted Stop Light And Cargo
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 5. Reverse Procedure to install bulb and housing. Place Center High-Mounted Stop Light And Cargo the two raised blocks past the body. Lamp 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body, as shown. Sliding Raised Blocks Past Body Removing Screws...
Page 395 394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove housing from Cab. 3. Remove connector from housing tab for more clear- ance. Removing Housing from Cab Removing Connector from Tab...
Page 396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 4. Turn desired bulb socket 1/4-turn and remove socket and bulb from housing. Pulling Bulb From Socket • Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lamps Removing Socket From Housing • Inside Bulb: Center High Mounted Stop Light 5. Pull desired bulb straight from the socket. 6.
Page 397: License Lamps
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Lamps 2. Rotate the socket 1/4-turn counterclockwise. 1. Using a screwdriver, pry black rubber housing from the bumper. Rotating Socket Removing Housing From Bumper...
Page 398: Fog Lights
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 3. Pull bulb from socket. Fog Lights 1. Disconnect connector from fog light by raising the wire harness lock tab and pulling on wire harness connector. 2. Rotate fog light bulb 1/4-turn counterclockwise and pull to remove from fog light housing. 3.
Page 399: Fluids And Capacities
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel 3.7L/4.7L, 87 Octane 22 gal 4.7L HO, 91 Octane, Recommended Not Required 22 gal Engine Oil (with filter) 3.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 5 qts 4.7L 4.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 6 qts 5.7L 4.7L HO, SAE 5W-20, API Certified...
Page 400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 401 400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic Transmission Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid Transfer Case Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission (Getrag 238) Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid Clutch Linkage Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. or equivalent Front Axle SAE 75W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant (MS-9763) Rear Axle...
Page 402 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ... 404 Emission Control System Maintenance ..402 Maintenance Schedule ....402...
Page 403 402 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is type on the following pages, must be done at the times or time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. mileages specified to assure the continued proper func- The “Change Oil”...
Page 404 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 403 • Change your engine oil more often if you drive your while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the vehicle off-road for an extended period of time. accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
Page 405 404 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Oil Change Required Maintenance Intervals • Change the engine oil filter. NOTE: ** Vehicles built with the 4.7L engine are equipped with sixteen spark plugs, one set is located on • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. the top of the engine under the coils, and the second set •...
Page 406 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 405 Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mile- age are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 6,000 10 000 Rotate Tires. 6,000 10 000 If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
Page 407 406 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mile- age are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Replace the engine air cleaner filter. 30,000 50 000 Inspect the transfer case fluid. 30,000 50 000 Replace the top row of spark plugs on 4.7L engines.
Page 408 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 407 Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mile- age are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change the manual transmission fluid if using your ve- hicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snowplow- ing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commer- 60,000 100 000...
Page 409 408 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Page 410 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ In Mexico Contact ..... 412 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle ......411 ▫...
Page 411 410 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . 417 Publication Order Forms ....415 ▫...
Page 412: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 411 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 413: Daimlerchrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center
412 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) special tools, and the latest information to ensure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to your authorized DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer dealer’s service manager first.
Page 414: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 413 contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na- Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922. To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the The manufacturer will not stand behind any service manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract.
Page 415: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
414 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE MOPAR PARTS WARNING! MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your authorized dealer. They will help Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain you keep your vehicle operating at its best. vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS...
Page 416: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 415 To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153), To order the following manuals, you may use either the or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administra- website or the phone numbers listed below.
Page 417 416 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled ve- hicle systems and features.
Page 418: Traction Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 417 conditions of their use, however, and may depart signifi- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES cantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, The following tire grading categories were established by service practices, and differences in road characteristics the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 419 418 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 420 INDEX...
Page 421 420 INDEX Adding Fuel ......295 Anti-Lock Warning Light ....168 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) .
Page 422 INDEX 421 Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ....376 Hoses ......372 Master Cylinder .
Page 423 422 INDEX Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....301 Compact Spare Tire ..... . 277 Catalytic Converter .
Page 424 INDEX 423 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..366,398,399 Dipsticks Temperature Gauge ..... 166 Automatic Transmission ....373 Crates Oil (Engine) .
Page 425 424 INDEX Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..130 Oil Selection ......398 Emergency, In Case of Oil Synthetic .
Page 426 INDEX 425 Flashers Transfer Case ......376 Hazard Warning ..... . . 326 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .
Page 427 426 INDEX Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) ... 140 Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™) ..80,207,208 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ....296,348 Hard Drive (HDD) .
Page 428 INDEX 427 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 140 Jack Operation ..... . . 327,331 Hood Release ......119 Jacking Instructions .
Page 429 428 INDEX Brake Warning ......172 Passing ......126 Bulb Replacement .
Page 430 INDEX 429 Lubrication, Body ..... . . 363 Monitor, Tire Pressure System ....285 Lug Nuts .
Page 431 430 INDEX Filter Disposal ......354 Passing Light ......126 Identification Logo .
Page 432 INDEX 431 Power Steering Fluid ..... 400 Rear Convenience Storage Crates ... . . 151 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .
Page 433 432 INDEX Replacement Tires ..... . . 280 And Pregnant Women ....44 Reporting Safety Defects .
Page 434 INDEX 433 Service Assistance ..... . . 411 Snow Tires ......284 Service Contract .
Page 435 434 INDEX Storage, Behind the Seat ....151 Tire Identification Number (TIN) ... . . 268 Storage Bin .
Page 436 INDEX 435 Radial ......276 Weight ......310 Replacement .
Page 437 436 INDEX Filter ....... 375 Universal Transmitter ..... 140 Fluid .
Page 438 INDEX 437 Water Power ....... 33 Driving Through ..... . 257 Rear Sliding .
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Dodge Dakota 2008 Owner's Manual

Introduction

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Instrument Panel and Controls

Starting and Operating

What to Do in Emergencies

Maintaining Your Vehicle

Quick Links

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