Chrysler Pacifica Owner's Manual

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INTRODUCTION

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATING

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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Page 1: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 4: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your dealer This manual has been prepared with the assistance of knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni- service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with cians and genuine Mopar parts, and is interested in the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle.
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Page 6: Vehicle Identification Number
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 7: 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 9: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Sentry Key — If Equipped ....15 Ignition Key Removal .
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Entry System ....20 Windows ......32 Remote Keyless Entry .
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belt Extender ..... .49 Safety Tips ......78 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Exhaust Gas .
Page 12: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key Automatic Transaxle code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer.
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the WARNING! lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the Never leave children alone in a vehicle.
Page 14: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering A chime will sound (reminding you to remove the key) Wheel: when the driver’s door opens and the key is in the ’OFF’ With the engine running, turn the steering wheel upside or ’ACC’...
Page 15: Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: A key, which has not been programmed, is also Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the the shift lever is in PARK.
Page 16: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Replacement Keys • The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the with remote starting systems. Use of these systems vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it can security protection.
Page 17: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10 dealer.
Page 18: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information Rearming of the System — If Equipped The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 The security system will rearm itself after the 15 addi- and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is tional minutes of headlights and security telltale flashing, subject to the following conditions: if the system has not been disabled.
Page 19: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: If the SECURITY light stays on continuously If the alarm system is armed and the battery becomes during vehicle operation, have the system checked by disconnected the system will remain armed when the your dealer.
Page 20: Illuminated Entry System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the keyless This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and entry transmitter or open the doors. liftgate, and activate the panic alarm from distances up to about 23 feet (7 meters) using a hand held radio trans- The lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds or they...
Page 21: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors or driver’s door only upon the first UNLOCK button press by using the following procedure: • On electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) equipped vehicles refer to “Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st?”...
Page 22: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • On electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) 4. This will allow you to unlock all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button. equipped vehicles refer to “Sound Horn On Lock?” under “Use Factory Settings?”...
Page 23: To Open/Close Power Liftgate - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • On electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) To Open/Close Power Liftgate — If Equipped Press the LIFTGATE button twice within five seconds to equipped vehicles refer to “Flash Lights On Lock/ open/close the power liftgate. The liftgate will beep for 2 Unlock?”...
Page 24: Using The Panic Alarm
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Using The Panic Alarm: Programming Additional Transmitters To activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF press Refer to SENTRY KEY “Customer Key Programming.” and release the PANIC button on the transmitter once. NOTE: If you do not have a programmed transmitter, When the Panic mode is activated, the interior lights will contact your authorized dealer for assistance.
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. •...
Page 26: Door Locks
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS If the lock knob is up when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the keys are not inside the Manual Door Locks vehicle before closing the door. Lock the doors by pushing up on the lock knob on each door trim panel.
Page 27: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is located on each front door tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key trim panel.
Page 28 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If desired, the “Auto Door Locks?” feature can be turned 4. Within 15 seconds cycle the key from the LOCK on or off by using the following procedure: position to the ON/RUN position a minimum of four times;...
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 This feature will not operate if there is any manual 4. Within 15 seconds, cycle the key from the LOCK operation of the power door locks (Lock or Unlock). If position to the ON/RUN position a minimum of four desired, the “Auto Unlock On Exit?”...
Page 30: Child Protection Door Lock
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a child protection door lock system. NOTE: When the child lock system is engaged, the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, To Disengage the Child Protection Door Lock move the door lock knob to the UNLOCK position, roll 1. Open the rear door. down the window and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 32: Windows
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS The window lock switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window controls on the passenger doors. Power Windows When the lock switch is pressed the window controls on The window controls on the driver’s door control all the the passenger doors will not illuminate and the passen- door windows.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 The time is customer programmable through the Elec- NOTE: Any impact due to rough road conditions may tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during “Power Accessory Delay?” under “Personal Settings auto-closure.
Page 34: Liftgate
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Pull the window switch up to close window com- the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows pletely and continue to hold the switch up for an together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs additional two seconds after the window is closed.
Page 35: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap-in cover located on the lift- gate trim panel. • If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with a powered liftgate, pressing the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will result in the liftgate becoming unlocked for 30 seconds allowing you to...
Page 36 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power liftgate may also be opened by pressing the the liftgate is opening or closing. A beeping signal will button located on the overhead console. sound two seconds before the liftgate starts to open or close.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the (62° C). Be sure to remove any build-up of snow or ice liftgate. Light pressure anywhere along these strips from the liftgate before pressing any of the power will cause the liftgate to return to the open position.
Page 38: Occupant Restraints
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. If your vehicle is equipped with the Occupant Classifi- However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- cation System (OCS) there will be a Passenger Airbag ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light located on the center of opening the liftgate in cold weather.
Page 39: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: The front airbags have a multi stage inflator Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver inflation that are based on collision severity.
Page 40 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE normal conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lock WARNING! and reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out. • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of WARNING! your body.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the front seats and next to your arm in the rear seats. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
Page 42 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 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 44 44 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 seats, the shoulder belt anchorage can be If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 45: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position.
Page 46 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create a The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
Page 47: Seat Belt Pretensioners
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Seat Belt Pretensioners Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System The seat belt assemblies for both front seating positions (BeltAlert) are equipped with pretensioning devices that are de- If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 signed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is a collision.
Page 48: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first 4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. A single 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON chime will sound to signify that you have successfully or RUN position.
Page 49: Automatic-Locking Retractor (Alr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR) Seat Belts and Pregnant Women The center seating position on vehicles equipped with a We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts second row bench seat is equipped with an Automatic- throughout their pregnancy.
Page 50: Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federal regulations that define Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) system. This vehicle may also be equipped with a driver inflat- able knee blocker located on the instrument panel below the steering column.
Page 52 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Front airbags, along with seat belts, and front seat belt WARNING! pretensioners, work with the instrument panel knee blockers to provide improved protection for the driver • Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers and front passenger.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize 5. If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move the seat as far back as possible, and use the proper child 1.
Page 54 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE “The Airbag System” consists of the following: WARNING! • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more • AIRBAG Light severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 • Knee Impact Bolster proper rate of inflation. The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation. • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners • The ORC will not detect side, roll over, or rear impacts. •...
Page 56 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags. on the AIRBAG warning light either momentarily or Different airbag inflation rates may be possible based continuously.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 inflate, it signals the inflators on the crash side of the protect the knees and position you for the best inter- vehicle. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to action with the front airbag. The Driver Inflatable inflate the window bag.
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE another object in the vehicle (i.e. feet on the dash- If there is a fault present in the system, the AIRBAG board), the OCS may not be able to properly approxi- warning light will illuminate indicating that you should mate occupant size.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 passenger is properly positioned or not. If the PAD indicator light comes on when an adult is in the passen- ger seat, have the passenger re-position themselves in the seat until the light goes out. Remember, if the PAD indicator light is illuminated the passenger front airbag will not inflate.
Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE front passenger airbag is allowed. If a fault is present, the resultant bladder pressure increase due to applied the AIRBAG warning light is illuminated. lap belt tension does not cause a small occupant to be classified as a larger occupant.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 • Do not use prior or future model year seat covers not WARNING! designated for the specific model being repaired. Al- ways use the correct seat cover specified for the Unapproved modifications or service procedures to vehicle.
Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If A Deployment Occurs However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a The airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor when the ORC and impact sensors detect a moderate-to- immediately.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 In the event of an impact that causes airbag deployment, WARNING! with the vehicle stopped, and the vehicle communication network intact, and the power intact, the Enhanced Deployed airbags, front seat belt pretensioners and Accident Response System performs the following func- driver inflatable knee blocker cannot protect you in tions:...
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! WARNING! • You need proper knee impact protection in a • Modifications to any part of the airbag system collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 65: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during NOTE: the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first 1. A near-deployment event occurs when the airbag turned on. sensor detects severe vehicle deceleration usually indica- tive of a crash, but not severe enough to warrant airbag •...
Page 66 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In the event that an investigation is undertaken by 1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data DaimlerChrysler Corporation (regardless of initiative), with a particular crash record in an aggregate database, the company or its designated representative will first provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter obtain permission of the appropriate custodial entity for...
Page 67: Child Restraint
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Airbag deployment level (if applicable) Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all • Impact acceleration and angle times — babies and children, too. Every state in the •...
Page 68 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant WARNING! carriers and convertible child seats. Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap/ In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage can become a missile inside the vehicle.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Older Children and Child Restraints Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt older than one year can ride forward-facing in the comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend vehicle.
Page 70 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle WARNING! where you will use it, before you buy it. • Improper installation can lead to failure of an • The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s infant or child restraint.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle.
Page 72 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Six passenger vehicles are equipped with second row fold & tumble seats with lower anchorages that can accommodate rigid mount or flexible webbing-mounted LATCH-compatible child seats. The third row seating positions are not equipped with lower anchorages. How- ever, the third row driver side seating position is equipped with a tether anchor.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 also accommodate a flexible webbing-mounted LATCH- compatible child seat by using the inboard lower anchors of the two outboard seating positions. A rigid mount seat can only be installed at this seating location by using the vehicle’s seat belt.
Page 74 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE convenient. When using the LATCH System, always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s installation in- structions. NOTE: If your child restraint seat is not LATCH com- patible, install the restraint using the vehicle seat belts. Tether Anchors There are tether strap anchorages behind all second row seating positions and for six passenger vehicles on the...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 3RD ROW TETHER ANCHOR Bench Seat Tether Anchors Installing A Child Restraint When the tether anchorage is used in the third row We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the seating position, the strap should be positioned straight manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 76 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints and some Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to rearward-facing infant restraints will also be equipped passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child with a tether strap, a hook and means for adjusting the restraint systems having attachments for those anchor- tension in the strap.
Page 77: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are Transporting Pets not toys and should not be played with, and never leave Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. your child unattended in the vehicle.
Page 78: Safety Tips
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a SAFETY TIPS high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil Exhaust Gas changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. WARNING! The recommended viscosity and quality grades are shown in Section 7 of this manual.
Page 79: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn WARNING! webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the belt. If you are required to drive with the deck lid / liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the Airbag Light climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
Page 80: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights The Vehicle while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high Tires beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns.
Page 81 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors .......86 Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped .
Page 82 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Things You Should Know About Your Second Row Bench Seating — UConnect™ System ....106 If Equipped .
Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Lights ....... 134 Passing Light .
Page 84 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Vary The Speed Setting ....145 Traction Control System (TCS) ... . 154 To Accelerate For Passing .
Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 Courtesy/Reading Lights ....168 Second Row Seat Cupholders ... . . 174 Sunglasses Storage .
Page 86: Mirrors
86 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 vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Page 87: Driver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the Rearview Mirror.
Page 88: Outside Mirror - Passenger's Side
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirror — Passenger’s Side Power Remote-Control Mirrors Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the Use the mirror select switch, located on the driver’s door side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to trim panel above the power window switches, to adjust the vehicle.
Page 89: Heated Remote Control Mirrors - If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands-Free Profile, the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the version 0.96 or higher. See www.chrysler.com/uconnect mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically. for supported phones.
Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UConnect™ allows you to transfer calls between the with the system at a time. The system is available in system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your English, Spanish, or French languages (as equipped). vehicle, and enables you to mute the system’s micro- phone for private conversation.
Page 91: Operations
UConnect™ system prompts. You will be prompted for a Free Profile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. See specific command and then guided through the available www.chrysler.com/uconnect for supported phones. If options. your cellular phone supports a different profile (e.g., • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UCon- nect™...
Page 92 The UConnect™ system will play that you have: all the options at any prompt if you ask for help. NOTE: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect To activate the UConnect™ system from idle, simply press the ’Phone’ button and follow audible prompts for • www.dodge.com/uconnect directions.
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a The following are general phone to UConnect™ System pairing instructions: priority level between 1 and 7, 1 being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular phones to •...
Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • System will prompt you to say the number you want • System will prompt you to say the name of the person call. you want call. • For example, you can say 234-567-8901. The phone •...
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say The UConnect™ system will allow you to enter up to 32 Phonebook New Entry. names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations.
Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, recite the new phone number for the • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say phonebook entry that you are editing. Phonebook Delete. • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunities to edit another entry then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be de- List All Names in the UConnect™ Phonebook leted. Note that only the phonebook in the current • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. language is deleted. •...
Page 98: Phone Call Features
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Call Features Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call The following features can be accessed through the Currently in Progress UConnect™ system if the feature(s) are available on your If a call is currently in progress and you have another cellular service plan.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 second call is in progress. To go back to the first call, refer Conference Call to Toggling Between Calls. To combine two calls, refer When two calls are in progress (one active and one on to Conference Call.
Page 100: Uconnect™ System Features
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Redial until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the UConnect™ system and transfer of the • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. call to the mobile phone. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect™ system the name of the language you wish to switch to is operational, you may reach the emergency number as (English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped).
Page 102 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE emergency situations when the cell phone has network Paging coverage and stays paired to the UConnect™ system. To learn how to page, refer to Working with Automated Systems. Paging works properly except for pagers of Towing Assistance certain companies which time-out a little too soon to If you need towing assistance,...
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 When calling a number with your UConnect™ system Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can push from confirming your choices (e.g., the UConnect™...
Page 104 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad Mute/Un-mute (Mute off) You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone When you mute the UConnect™ system, you will still be keypad and still use the UConnect™ system (while able to hear the conversation coming from the other dialing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 105: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 List Paired Cellular Phone Names Advanced Phone Connectivity • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect™ system allows on going calls to be • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say transferred from your cellular phone to the UConnect™...
Page 106: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ System
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • At the next prompt, say Delete and follow the prompts. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say • You can also press the Voice Recognition’ button Setup Select Phone and follow the prompts.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 • Press the ‘Voice Recognition’ button and say Setup, • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would Voice Training command. speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet away from you. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the •...
Page 108 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When navigating through an automated system, such Far End Audio Performance as voice mail, or when sending a page at the end of • Audio quality is maximized under: speaking the digit string, make sure to say send. •...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Bluetooth Communication Link Power-Up Occasionally, Cellular phones have been found to lose After switching the ignition key from OFF to either ON connection to the UConnect™ system. When this hap- or ACC position, or after a reset, you must wait at least pens, the connection can generally be re-established by five (5) seconds prior to using the system.
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Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 North American English North American English Primary Alternate(s) Call Zero Cancel Confirmation Prompts Continue Three Delete Four Dial Five Edit Emergency Seven English Eight Erase All Nine Espanol Star (*) Francais Plus (+) Help Pound (#) Home...
Page 114: General Information
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE North American English North American English List phones Set up Phone settings / Phone set up Mobile Towing assistance Mute Transfer call Mute off Try again New entry Work Pager Pair a phone General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Phone pairing...
Page 115: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 SEATS 10–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped The driver’s power seat switches are located on the driver’s front door trim panel. The bottom switch con- trols up/down, forward/rearward, and tilt adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment and the middle switch controls the lumbar adjustment.
Page 116: 8-Way Driver's Power Seat - If Equipped
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4–Way Passenger’s Power Seat WARNING! The front passenger power seat switches are located on the passenger front door trim panel. The bottom switch Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. controls forward and rearward adjustment. The top Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is switch controls the seatback recline adjustment.
Page 117: Adjustable Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push down on the head restraint so that the upper edge is as high as practical.
Page 118: Heated Seats - If Equipped
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped Press the switch once to select a heat setting (high or low) This feature heats the driver, front passenger and second and press the switch a second time in the same direction row seats.
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 NOTE: • If the lights in the second row heated seat switch begin to flash when the switch is pressed, it indicates that the heated seat is not functioning properly and that ser- vice is required.
Page 120: Second Row Manual Seat Recliner - If Equipped
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Second Row Manual Seat Recliner — If Equipped The recliner mechanism control is on the outboard side of the seat. To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, then push back to the desired position and release the lever.
Page 121: Second Row Manual Seat Adjuster - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
Page 122: Second Row Bench Seating - If Equipped
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Second Row Bench Seating —...
Page 123: Second Row Fold & Tumble Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 4. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the CAUTION! outboard side of the seat labeled “1” and fold the seatback down. Be sure there is nothing in front of the second row seat cushion before folding it down.
Page 124: Third Row Easy Exit - If Equipped
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Pull up on the release handle labeled “2” and lift To relatch the seat, tilt the seat rearward and push down firmly to tumble the seat fully forward. If the seat firmly to engage the rear attachments. Then lift the contacts the rear of the front seat, move the front seat seatback release lever labeled “1”...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 To fold and tumble the seat forward, follow these steps: 1. Pull up on the seatback release handle “1” located on the back of the seat to fold the seatback down. Release Strap 2 Location To relatch the seat, tilt the seat rearward and push down firmly to engage the rear attachments.
Page 126: Third Row Seating - If Equipped
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Third Row Seating — If Equipped WARNING! The third row seats may be used with either or both seatbacks folded forward for additional storage space. Do not sit in the 3rd row seat with the second row seatbacks folded or with the second row seats folded To fold the seat, remove any objects from in front of or on and tumbled.
Page 127: Load Floor - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Load Floor — If Equipped WARNING! For additional cargo space, the second and third row seatbacks may be folded forward and the load floor • Not all head restraints in this vehicle are the same. extended to cover the center console.
Page 128: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull on the load floor strap and lift the panel from the Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer driver’s second row seatback over the center console and Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag onto the passenger second row seat.
Page 129: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 The memory seat buttons located on the driver’s door DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED If your vehicle is equipped with memory systems, your will always recall stored settings. The remote keyless remote keyless entry transmitter or memory seat buttons entry transmitter can be programmed to recall positions on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the when the UNLOCK button is pressed.
Page 130 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle has been delivered with two remote keyless 5. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and entry transmitters. One or both transmitters can be linked remove the key. to either memory position. Up to eight remote keyless 6.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Repeat the above steps for the second position using the 5. Within 5 seconds, press and release button 1 or 2 on other driver’s door numbered button and Remote Key- the driver’s door. A chime will sound signaling you that less Entry Transmitter.
Page 132: Easy Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat Only)
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Easy Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only) removed from the ignition switch. The seat will move This feature provides automatic driver’s seat positioning forward to the memory/driving position when the which will enhance driver mobility out of and into the key is placed into the ignition and turned out of the vehicle.
Page 133: Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory Seat Only) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Tilt Mirrors in Reverse (Available with Memory TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Seat Only) — If Equipped To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull This additional feature provides automatic outside mir- the hood release lever located under the left side of the ror positioning which will aid the driver’s view of the instrument panel.
Page 134: Lights
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Next, push to the left the safety catch located under the cm (6 inches) and then drop it. This should secure both front edge of the hood, near the center. latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
Page 135: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 OFF. The lights also turn on when a door is opened or the NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned detent.
Page 136: Multi-Function Lever
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multi-Function Lever Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel The Multi-Function Lever controls the operation of the Lights headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beam Turn the end of the Multi-Function Lever to the first selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, detent for parking light and instrument panel light the passing lights, and fog lights.
Page 137: Automatic Headlights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Dome Light Position Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control completely Rotate the dimmer control upward to upward to the second detent to turn the first detent. This feature brightens on the interior lights. The interior the odometer and radio display when lights will remain on when the dim- the parking lights or headlights are on...
Page 138: Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The engine must be running before the head- To activate the delay feature, turn off the ignition switch lights will come ON in the Automatic mode. while the headlights are still on. Then turn off the headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 139: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the head- NOTE: If a turn signal has been left on for at least a mile lights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will duration, a continuous chime will sound.
Page 140: Windshield Wipers And Washers
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Washers The wipers and washers are operated by a switch To use the front washer, pull the lever toward you and on the control lever. The lever is located on the hold while spray is desired.
Page 141: Windshield Wiper Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever to the second detent for Low speed wiper operation, or to the third detent for High speed operation Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tween cycles, desirable.
Page 142 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE continue to operate as long as the lever is pressed. Upon release, the rear wiper will cycle two times before return- ing to the set position. Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared.
Page 143: Tilt Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 TILT STEERING COLUMN WARNING! To tilt the column, pull the lever, located behind the turn signal control, toward you and move the steering wheel Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is up or down, as desired. Release the lever to lock the moving is dangerous.
Page 144: Electronic Speed Control
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL To Activate: When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator Push the “ON/OFF” button once and the CRUISE indi- operation at speeds greater than 30 mph (50 km/h). The cator located near the instrument cluster odometer will speed control switches are located on the steering wheel.
Page 145: To Set A Desired Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 To Set a Desired Speed: To Resume Speed: To resume a previously set speed, push and release the When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press “ACCEL/RESUME” button. Resume can be used at any and release the “SET”...
Page 146: To Accelerate For Passing
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tapping the “COAST” button once will result in a 1 mph WARNING! (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button is tapped, speed decreases. Speed Control can be dangerous where the system can’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could To Accelerate For Passing: go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose Depress the accelerator as you would normally.
Page 147: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 WARNING! WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and close Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the training the transceiver.
Page 148 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE to HomeLink for more efficient training and accurate Then release both the HomeLink and hand-held trans- transmission of the radio-frequency signal. mitter buttons. Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garage If the EVIC display states “DID NOT TRAIN” repeat while training.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 If the red HomeLink indicator blinks rapidly for two seconds and then remains constant, continue with the next section: “Programing A Rolling Code.” NOTE: After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink and the garage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the garage door opener may have a rolling code.
Page 150: Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed Canadian Programming/Gate Programming HomeLink button twice (holding the button for 2 sec- Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- onds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of programming is complete.
Page 151: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 flash, and the EVIC display in the cluster will change Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Buttons from “CHANNEL # TRAINING” to “CHANNEL # To re-program a channel that has been previously TRAINED.” trained, follow these steps: If you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in 1.
Page 152: Troubleshooting Tips
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 If you are have any problems, or require assistance, seconds until the EVIC message states “CHANNELS please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at CLEARED.”...
Page 153: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 The term “IC” before the certification/registration num- WARNING! ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifi- cations were met. • ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- ABS aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under...
Page 154: Electronic Brake Control System - Abs/Tcs/Bas/Esp
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM - brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. ABS/TCS/BAS/ESP Your vehicle is equipped with the advanced electronic Brake Assist System (BAS) brake control system that includes Anti-Lock Brake Sys- The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking...
Page 155: Esp (Electronic Stability Program)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 ESP (Electronic Stability Program) WARNING! This system enhances directional control and stability of • BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP cor- from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase rects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter-...
Page 156 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ESP/TCS Indicator Light WARNING! The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” located in the instrument cluster, starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and • Electronic Stability Program (ESP) cannot prevent the ESP system becomes active. The “ESP/TCS Indicator the natural laws of physics from acting on the Light”...
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 ESP Operating Modes The ESP system has 2 available operating modes. ESP ON This is the normal operating mode for ESP. Whenever the vehicle is started the ESP system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations.
Page 158 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE raised, and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will be illu- situation requiring ESP to be switched to the “Partial ESP” mode is overcome, turn ESP back on by momen- minated. This mode is intended to be used for a more tarily depressing the “ESP OFF”...
Page 159: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 NOTE: • The “ESP Indicator Light” and the “ESP/BAS Warning Light” come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESP System will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
Page 160: Rear Park Sense System - If Equipped
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The pedals can be adjusted while driving. CAUTION! • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals (Reverse) or when the Speed Control is ON. A message or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information to the pedal controls.
Page 161: Rear Park Assist Sensors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 The Rear Park Assist System can be active only when the transaxle shift lever is in R (Reverse). If the Rear Park Assist System is enabled at this shift position, the system will be active until the vehicle speed is increased to approximately 11 mph (18 km/h) or above.
Page 162: Rear Park Assist Warning Display
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Park Assist Warning Display The driver can view the LEDs either through the rear The Rear Park Assist Warning Display, located in the view mirror or by looking at the display above the rear headliner near the liftgate glass, provides both visual and window.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCES DISPLAY LED OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM: LED COLOR AUDIBLE SIGNAL REAR CORNERS REAR CENTER 1st LED 78.7 in. (200 cm) Yellow Yes, half second 2nd LED 51.2 in. (130 cm) Yellow None 3rd LED 45.3 in.
Page 164 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage the Rear Park Sense • Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the Rear Park Sense System. Always check System should only be used as a parking aid and carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check is unable to recognize every obstacle, including for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions,...
Page 165: Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist System - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 NOTE: system is disabled, the instrument cluster will actuate a • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and debris single chime, once per ignition cycle, and it will display to keep the system operating properly. the message.
Page 166: Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM appears in the NOTE: Refer to “Setting Display Properties” under Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) after mak- “System Settings” in the Navigation User’s Manual for ing sure the rear bumper is clean please see your autho- instructions regarding navigation screen brightness ad- rized dealer.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 5. Backup as necessary. CAUTION! 6. Place the sift lever in P (Park) or D (Drive) to exit the • To avoid vehicle damage the Rear Camera System Rear Backup Camera system. should only be used as a parking aid and is unable to view every obstacle, or object in your drive WARNING! path.
Page 168: Overhead Console - If Equipped
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED Courtesy/Reading Lights The overhead console can contain courtesy/reading At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/ lights, an optional universal garage door opener reading lights. (HomeLink ), storage for sunglasses, optional power sunroof switches and an optional power liftgate switch.
Page 169: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Press and hold the “OPEN” button rearward to fully POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof buttons are located between the sun open the sunroof. The sunroof can be stopped at any visors on the overhead console.
Page 170: Express Open Feature
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Express Open Feature To close the sunroof, press and hold the “CLOSE” button The sunroof is equipped with an intermediate stop or forward. Again, any release of the button will stop the comfort stop position. This feature is designed to elimi- movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open nate wind buffeting at vehicle speeds between 20-40 mph condition until the button is pushed forward again.
Page 171: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Wind Buffeting WARNING! Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the • NEVER leave children alone in a vehicle. Occu- ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the pants, particularly unattended children, can be- windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain come entrapped by the power sunroof while oper-...
Page 172: Sunroof Maintenance
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two 12 volt power outlets located on the instrument panel below the radio. The driver’s side outlet is controlled by the ignition switch and the passenger side outlet is connected directly to the battery.
Page 173: Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key or Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off battery symbol indicating the power source. The passen- CAUTION! ger side instrument panel and center console outlets are powered directly from the battery, items plugged into •...
Page 174: Cupholders
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Second Row Seat Cupholders On vehicles equipped with five passenger seating the Front Seat Cupholders second row seat cupholders are located in middle of the The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the seatback armrest.
Page 175: Third Row Seat Cupholders - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 On vehicles equipped with six passenger seating the Rear Cargo Storage Bin — If Equipped second row seat cupholders are located in the forward The storage bin is located in the floor of the rear cargo edge of the center console located between the second area.
Page 176: Retractable Cargo Area Cover - If Equipped
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped WARNING! To cover the cargo area: In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could 1. Fold down the third row seatbacks. cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and 2.
Page 177: Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 4. Grasp the center portion of the cover flap. Pull it over WARNING! the cargo area. • Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a 5. Insert the pins on the ends of the cover flap into the child seat tether strap.
Page 178: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars. Attempt to move the crossbar again to ensure that it has The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying properly locked into position. capacity of the vehicle.
Page 180: Load Leveling System
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! • Crossbars should remain equally spaced or parallel Cargo must be securely tied before driving your ve- at any luggage rack position for proper function. hicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, Noncompliance could result in damage to the lug- particularly at high speeds, resulting in personal in- gage rack, cargo and/or vehicle.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel And Controls ... . . 184 Mini-Trip Functions — If Equipped ..208 Base Instrument Cluster ....185 Setting The Analog Clock .
Page 182 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL FM Reception ......211 Notes On Playing MP3 Files ... . . 228 Sales Code RAH —...
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 Satellite Antenna ..... . 248 Navigation System — If Equipped ... 244 Reception Quality .
Page 184: Instrument Panel And Controls
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS...
Page 185: Base Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 186: Premium Instrument Cluster
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 187: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS CAUTION! 1. Voltage Light Driving with a hot engine cooling system could This light monitors the electrical system voltage. damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads The light should turn on momentarily as the “H”, pull over in a safe area as soon as possible and engine is started.
Page 188 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Turn Signal Indicators WARNING! The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated. A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has coolant.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 is not functioning and that service is required. However, indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on the conventional brake system will continue to operate when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
Page 190 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), are also 8. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). Light/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light If this indicator light flashes during accelera- will turn on along with the ABS Light.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 9. Tachometer 13. Odometer/Trip Odometer The red segments indicate the maximum permissible The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has engine revolutions-per-minute (rpm. x 1000) for each been driven. U.S. federal regulations require that upon gear range.
Page 192 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the instrument cluster is equipped with the Change Oil optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change then all warnings will only display in the EVIC. (Refer to indicator system.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, times within 10 seconds. poor fuel quality, etc. may illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light 3.
Page 194 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Navigation Screen/Rear View Camera — If vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A continuous chime will sound when this light turns on. Equipped The navigation system provides maps, turn identifica- Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 21. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect Each tire, including the spare (if provided), the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. should be checked monthly when cold and NOTE: Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for inflated to the inflation pressure recommended proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsi-...
Page 196 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the CAUTION! TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replace- The TPMS has been optimized for the original ment or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to equipment tires and wheels (the spare is not moni- continue to function properly.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 For additional information on Tire Pressures, refer to chime, the engine temperature is critically hot, and the Section 5 — Starting and Operating, “Tire Inflation vehicle should be turned off immediately. The vehicle Pressures” of this manual. should be serviced as soon as possible.
Page 198: All-Wheel-Drive Failure Indicator Light
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 28. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Warning the vehicle has completely stopped and the gear selector is placed in the PARK position. The light should turn off. Light/Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning Light — If Equipped If the light remains lit with the engine running your The malfunction lamp for the ESP is combined vehicle will usually be drivable, however, see your dealer...
Page 199: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 When lit solid: There is an AWD system fault. AWD Pressing the MENU button will change the displayed performance will be at a reduced level. Service the AWD programming features. Pressing the STEP button will system soon.
Page 200 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • PROGRAM KEY & FOB • UNLOCK TO OPEN LIFTGATE (with a single chime) • MEMORY #1/#2 POSITION SET (with a single chime) • PUT IN PARK FOR LIFTGATE (with a single chime) • MEMORY #1/#2 POS SELECTED •...
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 • WASHER FLUID LOW (with a single chime) • 1,2,3 OR 4 TIRE(S) LOW PRESSURE (Refer to ”Tire Pressure Monitor System” in the “Starting And Oper- • PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED CRUISE ENGAGED ating, Tire Section”) •...
Page 202: Oil Change Required
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Oil Change Required 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change within 10 seconds. indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message 3. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position. will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you...
Page 203: Customer Programmable Features - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 ASSIST DISABLED after the feature has been disabled Customer Programmable Features — If Equipped Press the MENU button until one of the following and SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM if there is a prob- display choices appears: lem with the system.
Page 204 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Use factory Settings? Auto Unlock On Exit? When in this display you may select to use the factory When this feature is selected all the vehicle’s doors will settings and no programmable features will be offered. unlock when the driver’s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in P (Park) or N (Neu- Tilt Mirrors in Reverse? (Available with Memory...
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 Remote Linked To Memory? (Available with Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock? Memory Seat Only) When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn When this feature is selected the memory seat, mirror, signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked and radio settings will return to the memory set position using the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 206 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is not enabled when the turned on in this way. Pressing the STEP button when in vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry Easy this display will select “Yes”...
Page 207: Compass Display - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 To put into a Calibration Mode: Turn on the ignition Compass Display — If Equipped This display provides one of eight compass readings to switch and set the display to Compass. Press the RESET indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. button for at least 10 seconds until the “COMPASS CALIBRATING”...
Page 208: Mini-Trip Functions - If Equipped
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from To set the variance: Turn the ignition switch ON and set the overhead console. the display to Compass. Press the MENU button for approximately 5 seconds but no more than 10 seconds. The “COMPASS VARIANCE”...
Page 209: Setting The Analog Clock
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 • Off Mode SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK Shows a blank display. To set the analog clock, at the top center of the instrument • Step Button panel, press and hold the but- Push this button to cycle through all the Mini-trip ton until the setting is correct.
Page 210: Clock Setting Procedure
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL On vehicles equipped with an Analog Clock the radio Clock Setting Procedure time display will function as follows: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position • Radio On — Radio clock will display for approxi- and press the time button.
Page 211: Two Types Of Signals
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 you understand and save you concern about these “ap- AM Reception parent” malfunctions, you must understand a point or AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception two about the transmission and reception of radio sig- can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines nals.
Page 212: Sales Code Rah - Am & Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player And Cd/Dvd Changer Controls
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RAH — AM & FM STEREO RADIO Radio Operation WITH CD PLAYER AND CD/DVD CHANGER Power/Volume Control CONTROLS Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left volume control clockwise to increase the volume.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Toggle the TUNE button to select the following format types: Program Type Radio Display Program Type Radio Display Religious Talk Religious Talk Adult Hits Adult Hit Rock Rock Classical Classical Soft Soft Classic Rock Classic Rock Soft Rock Soft Rock College...
Page 214 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL no station is found with the selected PTY program type, make another selection. Holding the button in will by- the radio will return to the last preset station. pass stations without stopping until you release it. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Tuning Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio...
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Tone Control both AM and FM. This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM The Bass and/or Treble controls sound for the desired stations to be locked into memory. You can recall the tone.
Page 216: Cd Player Operation
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap- Inserting The Compact Disc proved by the party responsible for compliance could CAUTION! void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CD Player Operation This CD player will accept only 4–3/4 inch (12 cm) discs only.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Seek RND — Random Play Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on Press the RND button while the CD is playing to activate the CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to the Random Play.
Page 218: Cd/Dvd Changer Operation
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD Changer Operation When reading discs recorded using formats other than Press the MODE button to select between the CD player ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read and the optional remote CD/DVD changer. files properly and may be unable to play the file nor- mally.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit rate (kbps) Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after Specification quency (kHz) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of 320, 256, 224, multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in MPEG-1 Audio...
Page 220: Operation Instructions
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 files Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Play) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more Pressing the SEEK + button plays the next MP3 File.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 RW/FF (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Press the FF side of the button to move forward through Equipped) the MP3 selection. Press the RW side of the button to Refer to Hands Free Phone section of the Owner’s move back through the MP3 selection.
Page 222: Sales Code Rev - Am & Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player And Cd/Dvd Changer Controls
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE REV — AM & FM STEREO RADIO Radio Operation WITH CD PLAYER AND CD/DVD CHANGER Power/Volume Control CONTROLS Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left volume control clockwise to increase the volume.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Toggle the TUNE button to select the following format types: Program Type Radio Display Program Type Radio Display Religious Talk Religious Talk Adult Hits Adult Hit Rock Rock Classical Classical Soft Soft Classic Rock Classic Rock Soft Rock Soft Rock College...
Page 224 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL no station is found with the selected PTY program type, make another selection. Holding the button in will by- the radio will return to the last preset station. pass stations without stopping until you release it. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Tuning Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio...
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Tone Control both AM and FM. This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM The Bass and/or Treble controls sound for the desired stations to be locked into memory. You can recall the tone.
Page 226: Cd Player Operation
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap- Inserting The Compact Disc proved by the party responsible for compliance could CAUTION! void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CD Player Operation This CD player will accept only 4–3/4 inch (12 cm) discs only.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Seek RND — Random Play Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on Press the RND button while the CD is playing to activate the CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to the Random Play.
Page 228: Cd/Dvd Changer Operation
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD Changer Operation When reading discs recorded using formats other than Press the MODE button to select between the CD player ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read and the optional remote CD/DVD changer. files properly and may be unable to play the file nor- mally.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit rate (kbps) Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after Specification quency (kHz) writing are most likely multi-session discs. The use of 320, 256, 224, multi-session for CD audio or MP3 playback may result MPEG-1 Audio...
Page 230: Operation Instructions
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 files Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Play) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more Pressing the SEEK + button plays the next MP3 File.
Page 231: Operating Instructions - Mp3 Player, Portable Walkman
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 RW/FF (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Press the FF side of the button to move forward through Equipped) the MP3 selection. Press the RW side of the button to Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’s move back through the MP3 selection.
Page 232: Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Rdv) - If Equipped
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: To operate a video game unit a DC to AC 6 DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (RDV) — IF EQUIPPED adapter may be required, plug the adapter into any The Rear Seat Audio/Video System allows passengers to power outlet.
Page 233: Operating Instructions - Cd/Dvd Changer
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC Operating Instructions — CD/DVD Changer position before the CD/DVD changer will operate. Loading The CD/DVD Changer The premium version has a multi-disc changer, and will accept up to six discs. The base version is a single-disc player, and will only accept one disc.
Page 234 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL which numbered position the disc will be loaded into. play from the menu options. The radio display will show The disc will automatically be pulled into the CD/DVD the chapter number and index time in hours and minutes changer.
Page 235: Eject (Ejt) Button
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 EJECT (EJT) Button If there is a disc in the changer, press the EJT button and the disc will eject. If you do not remove the disc within 10 seconds, it will be reloaded and the display will show PAUSE.
Page 236 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Remote Control Buttons Remote Control Buttons 1. Headphone Transmitter 17. Enter 2. Menu Up/Next Track/Chapter 18. Light 3. Menu Left/Fast Rewind Headphone Transmitter Button (1) 4. Return The headphone transmitter button on the remote control 5.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 RTN Button (4) PAUSE/PLAY Button (6) This button only functions in CD/DVD mode. Press this This button only functions in DVD video mode. Press this button to return to the previous menu when in the disc button once to pause the video, press a second time to menu mode.
Page 238 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This button changes between available modes and can be NEXT/PREV Buttons (2, 15) heard in the headphones. Press the up arrow or the NEXT button for the next chapter or track on the disc. Press the down arrow or PROG UP/DOWN Buttons (10, 11) PREV button to return to the beginning of the current PROG UP selects the next disc loaded in the changer.
Page 239: Operating Instructions - Video Screen
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Light Button (18) Pressing this button illuminates the buttons on the re- mote control. Remote Control Battery Service • To replace the batteries for the remote control slide the cover rearward. The replacement batteries for the remote control are two AAA batteries.
Page 240 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Screen Width Button Changes the width of the screen picture. 2. Enter Button This button will enter the selection from the on-screen menu. 3. Brightness Button Changes the brightness of the screen picture. Video Screen and Controls...
Page 241: Operating Instructions - Headphones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Power Button Operating Instructions — Headphones Pressing the power button will turn the headphones ON/OFF. An indicator light will illuminate on the head- phone earpiece to indicate the headphones are ON. NOTE: • The headphones will turn OFF automatically in ap- proximately 3 minutes if they lose the signal form the system or when the radio or rear audio/video system is turned OFF.
Page 242 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headphone Battery Service General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and • Press the button at the bottom of each headphone RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the earpiece and lift the cover upward.
Page 243: Operating Instructions - Auxiliary Input
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 NOTE: To operate a video game unit a DC to AC Operating Instructions — Auxiliary Input adapter may be required, plug the adapter into any • Connect your auxiliary device (video game system, power outlet. video camera, or MP3 player) cables to the color coded auxiliary jacks on the front of the DVD changer.
Page 244: Navigation System - If Equipped
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NAVIGATION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The navigation system provides maps, turn identifica- tion, selection menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destinations and routes. The buttons to operate the system are located on the instrument panel next to the analog clock.
Page 245: Satellite Radio - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- Number (ESN/SID). ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to 2. Your Vehicle Identification Number. coast.
Page 246: Selecting Satellite Mode In Rbb, Rah, Rev And Rbk Radios
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DOWN (-) will page down until the first four digits are Selecting Satellite Mode in RBP, RBU, RAZ, RB1 displayed. The radio will exit the ESN/SID mode when and RBQ Radios any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF, or Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed.
Page 247: Selecting A Channel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Selecting a Channel Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, you the next channel. Press the top of the button to search up may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button and the bottom of the button to search down.
Page 248: Pty Button Seek
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button while Reception Quality performing a music type scan will change the channel by Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the one and stop the search. Pressing a pre-set memory following reasons.
Page 249: Remote Sound System Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS Radio Operation The remote sound system controls are located on the rear Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next surface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o’clock listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch positions.
Page 250: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being ON in following precautions: your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio.
Page 251: Manual Air Conditioning And Heating System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 second time the indicator light turns off, the blower will Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System turn off and the system will be positioned in the recircu- lation mode. Blower Control The Blower controls the amount of air delivered to the passenger compartment.
Page 252: Mode Control
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Dual Zone Temperature Control — If Equipped Mode Control With the Dual Zone Temperature Control System, each The mode control allows you to front seat occupant can independently control the tem- choose from several patterns of air perature of air coming from the outlets on their side of distribution.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. Moving the air vane knob on the center outlets down, will close off the air flow from the center outlets.
Page 254 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bi-Level Mode Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directed through the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature lever positions, the bi- level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Floor Mode Mix Mode Floor Outlets Mix Outlets Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window directed through the defrost and side window demister demist outlets.
Page 256: Manual Air Conditioning Operation
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Defrost Mode NOTE: For improved safety, the compressor is activated and the recirculation mode is deactivated when Mix or Defrost modes are selected. This is done to assist in drying the air and it will help in keeping the windows from fogging.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 NOTE: Recirculation Control • The compressor will not engage until the engine has Press the recirculation button to recirculate the been running for a few seconds. air inside the vehicle. This is located next to the A/C button.
Page 258 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If the recirculation button is pressed while in the Mix • Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. or Defrost mode, the indicator light in the recirculation • Set the mode control to “PANEL”. button will flash 3 times indicating that recirculation is •...
Page 259: Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control The Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) System automatically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and front seat passenger. This is accomplished by using two infrared sensors located in the center of the instrument panel.
Page 260 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL temperature you would like the system to maintain. Refer to the “Electronic Vehicle Information Center- When the system is set to your comfort level, it is not Customer Programmable Features” in Section 3 of this necessary to change the settings.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 This feature may be enabled using the following proce- left and right side of the instrument panel. The outside dure: temperature will replace the passenger’s temperature setting in the display. Pressing the DUAL button a •...
Page 262 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The front blower control can be set to any fixed blower speed by pressing the rocker switch up or down. This allows the front occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the auto mode.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Bi-Level Mode Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is also directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. In many temperature positions, the bi-level NOTE: mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 264 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Floor Mode Mix Mode Floor Outlets Mix Outlets Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window directed through the defrost and side window demister demist outlets.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Defrost Mode windshield or side glass starts to impair visibility, press the front blower button and increase the fan speed to maximum. NOTE: While operating in AUTO HI or AUTO LO , the system will not automatically sense the presence fog, mist, or ice on the windshield.
Page 266 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL windshield or side glass starts to impair visibility, press A/C Recirculation Programming the front blower button and increase the fan speed to The recirculation control is programmed to cancel the maximum. recirculation mode when the ignition key is turned OFF and will reset to the outside air mode when the ignition Recirculation Control key is turned “ON”.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 • While holding the recirculation button, turn the igni- switch located in the center console between the second tion switch to the “RUN” position. row seats. By pressing the REAR button a third time, the rear fan will shut off. •...
Page 268 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL glycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended. Refer system lubrication to minimize the possibility of com- to section 7, Maintenance Procedures, of this manual for pressor damage when the system is started again. proper coolant selection. Window Fogging Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild rainy Winter Operation...
Page 269: Electric Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 A/C Air Filter — If Equipped Electric Rear Window Defroster On vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Con- Press this button to turn on the rear window trol (ATC), the climate control system filters out dust and defroster and the heated side mirrors.
Page 271: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ..... 275 Automatic Transmission ....278 Automatic Transmission .
Page 272 272 STARTING AND OPERATING Parking Brake ......285 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ... 299 Brake System .
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 Snow Tires ......313 Reformulated Gasoline ....326 Tire Rotation .
Page 274 274 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading ......332 Trailer And Tongue Weight ....341 Loading .
Page 275: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. • Be sure to turn off the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch if you want to rest or sleep in your car.
Page 276: Automatic Transmission
276 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission Extremely Cold Weather Starting (Below 20°F / The gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK –29°C) position before you can start the engine. Depress the Follow the same instructions in the “Normal Starting” brake pedal before shifting into any driving gear.
Page 277: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” procedure, it may be flooded. Push Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it started.
Page 278: After Starting
278 STARTING AND OPERATING released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accel- The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor. Release the the driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap that accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power smoothly.
Page 279: Brake/Transmission Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 CAUTION! WARNING! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or ing precautions are not observed: “N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle •...
Page 280: Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System
280 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System right corner of the shifter bezel ring. While the override is This system prevents the key from being removed unless pressed, the shifter can be moved out of the park position the shift lever is in PARK.
Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 possible convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic equip- “R” Reverse ment to determine if the problem could recur. Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or “N”...
Page 282: Autostick
282 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK NOTE: In Autostick mode, the transaxle will only shift up or down when the driver moves the selector lever to AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission that offers the Right (+) for shifting up or to the Left (-) when manual gear shifting capability to provide you with more shifting down.
Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 • Transaxle shifting will be more noticeable when Auto- CAUTION! stick is engaged. • If a low range is selected and the engine accelerates to Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: the rev limit, the transaxle will automatically select the next higher ratio.
Page 284: All Wheel Drive - If Equipped
284 STARTING AND OPERATING power is shifted automatically to the rear wheels. The WARNING! greater the front wheel traction loss, the greater the power transfer to the rear wheels. It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or “N”...
Page 285: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 PARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch on, the brake light in the instrument cluster will turn on. NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the Park position.
Page 286 286 STARTING AND OPERATING added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb WARNING! on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill grade. • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage The parking brake should always be applied when the or injury.
Page 287: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 If either of the two hydraulic systems lose BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes as normal capability, the remaining system will standard equipment. In the event power assist is lost for still function with some loss of overall braking any reason (for example, repeated brake applications effectiveness.
Page 288: Anti-Lock Brake System
288 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System WARNING! The Anti-Lock Brake System provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natural conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond wheel lock-up.
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you System. The light will come on when the may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some ignition switch is turned to the ON position related motor noises.
Page 290: Power Steering
290 STARTING AND OPERATING • and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the POWER STEERING end of the stop. The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
Page 291: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES WARNING! Acceleration Continued operation with reduced power steering Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati- Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
Page 292: Traction
292 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches deep will wedge of water to build up between the tire and road require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent dam- surface.
Page 293: Shallow Standing Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water, consider the following before • Always check the depth of the standing water before doing so: driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 294: Tire Safety Information
294 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Tire Markings • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stop- ping distances.
Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 • 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 296 296 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 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 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.
Page 298: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
298 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 The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire; on the vehicle.
Page 299: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 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 This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle...
Page 300 300 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 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capaci- exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity ties of your vehicle with varying seating configurations calculated in Step 4.
Page 302 302 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 303: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 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 accidents. increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the •...
Page 304: Tire Inflation Pressures
304 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 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 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 306: Radial-Ply Tires
306 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 307: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 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 308: Tire Spinning
308 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 309: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 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 inch (2 mm).
Page 310: Replacement Tires
310 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 311: Alignment And Balance
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than Replacing original tires with tires of a different size that specified for your vehicle. Some combina- may result in false speedometer and odometer tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change readings.
Page 312: Tire Chains
312 STARTING AND OPERATING Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. CAUTION! Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following avoid tire cupping and spotty wear.
Page 313: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of time was originally equipped with your vehicle and should on dry pavement.
Page 314: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
314 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) type of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules” The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure Section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permis- based on the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure sible if desired.
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning cold (parked for more than 3 hours) placard of 35 °F (241 threshold for any reason, including low temperature kPa).
Page 316 316 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures have ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent been established for the tire size equipped on your moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, vehicle.
Page 317: Basic Tpms Without Evic - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- The Basic 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 pressure •...
Page 318 318 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 3. Accumulation of excessive snow and/or ice around minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) to receive this infor- the wheels or wheel housings. mation. 4.
Page 319: Basic Tpms With Evic - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 The TPMS Telltale Lamp will illuminate in the instru- Basic TPMS with EVIC — If Equipped The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim ment cluster, and an audible chime will be activated mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- when one or more of the four active road tire pressures els.
Page 320: Premium Tpms - If Equipped
320 STARTING AND OPERATING sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still the TPMS. In the event that the compact spare tire is exists. The TPMS Telltale Lamp will turn off when the swapped with a low pressure road tire, each ignition key fault condition no longer exists.
Page 321: Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to check the Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintain The TPMS Telltale Lamp will illuminate in the instru- the proper pressure.
Page 322: Service Tire System Soon
322 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Low pressure in the spare or compact tire Service Tire System Soon (which has no sensor and therefore not monitored) will The TPMS Telltale Lamp will flash on and off for 75 not cause the TPMS Telltale Lamp to illuminate or the seconds, and remain on solid when a system fault is chime to sound.
Page 323 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 flash, the “SERVICE TIRE SYSTEM SOON” text mes- sage will not be present, and a pressure value will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can occur with any of the following scenarios: 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPMS sensors.
Page 324: General Information
324 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: General Information • Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare wheel This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and and tire assembly that does not have a tire pressure RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the monitoring sensor.
Page 325: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 using high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane FUEL REQUIREMENTS range of 87 to 89. The manufacturer recommends the use 3.8L GASOLINE ENGINES of 89 octane for optimum performance. The use of The 3.8L engine is designed to meet all premium gasoline is not recommended.
Page 326: Reformulated Gasoline
326 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, ates are required in some areas of the country during the engine performance, and durability for your vehicle.
Page 327: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 MMT In Gasoline Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline detergents or other additives are not needed under blended with MMT provides no performance advantage normal conditions and would result in additional cost.
Page 328: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
328 STARTING AND OPERATING • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition Carbon Monoxide Warnings malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to WARNING! overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Page 329: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte- CAUTION! nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys- repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side tem could result from using an improper fuel tank windows fully open.
Page 330: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
330 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the gas cap is not tighten properly, the Malfunction WARNING! Indicator Light may come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the WARNING! tank filled.
Page 331: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the Vehicle Certification Label odometer reset button to turn the gASCAP message Your vehicle has a certification label attached to the rear off. of the driver’s door. • Make sure that the fuel filler cap is tightened each time The label contains the following information: the vehicle is refueled.
Page 332: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Overloading The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory load must be limited so that you do not exceed the service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and front GVWR.
Page 333: Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Loading To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty weight, axle by axle and side by side. Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before driving.
Page 334: Trailer Towing
334 STARTING AND OPERATING Common Towing Definitions Example Only Front Axle Rear Axle The following trailer towing related definitions will assist Empty Weight 2538 lbs 2076 lbs you in understanding the following information: (1151 kg) (942 kg ) Load (Including driver, 223 lbs 890 lbs (404 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Tongue Weight (TW) The gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is the total The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when trailer. In most cases it should not be less than 10% or weighed in combination.
Page 336 336 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Carrying Hitch equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue Weights (TW) and may be required depending on Vehicle weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or and Trailer configuration / loading to comply with gross some other connecting point of the vehicle.
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System...
Page 338: Trailer Hitch Classification
338 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Class Max. GTW trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional (Gross Trailer Wt.) Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your dealer for package Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) content.
Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 3.8L & 4.0L Automatic with Engine Oil Cooler GCWR (Gross Com- Max. GTW (Gross Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. bined Wt. Rating) Trailer Wt.) Up to 2 persons & 8,600 lbs (3 900 kg) 40 SQ. FT. Luggage 3,500 lbs 350 lbs (158 kg) (1 600 kg)
Page 340 340 STARTING AND OPERATING 3.8L & 4.0L Automatic WITHOUT Engine Oil Cooler GCWR (Gross Com- Max. GTW (Gross Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. bined Wt. Rating) Trailer Wt.) Up to 2 persons & 7,700 lbs (3 492 kg) 40 SQ. FT. Luggage 2,600 lbs 260 lbs (117 kg) (1 179 kg)
Page 341: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 342: Towing Requirements
342 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, • Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 must be considered as part of the total load on your km) of vehicle operation.
Page 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 • Safety chains must always be used between your WARNING! vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing slack for turning corners.
Page 344 344 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized − When replacing tires refer to the Tires–General Infor- (This requirement may limit the ability to always mation section of this manual on Replacement Tires for achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a proper tire replacement procedures.
Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 345 − Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 WARNING! lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- CAUTION! tem and cause it to fail.
Page 346 346 STARTING AND OPERATING The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector. NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Page 347: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The “D” range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3” range should be selected. NOTE: Using the “3” range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor- mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces- sive shifting and heat build up.
Page 348: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
348 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (If − Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. Equipped) − Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − refer to Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more informa- −...
Page 349: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....350 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....362 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 350: Hazard Warning Flasher
350 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER To engage the Hazard Warning Flashers, depress the switch on the instrument panel. When the Hazard Warn- ing Switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emer- gency.
Page 351: If Your Engine Overheats
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 351 NOTE: With extended use, the Hazard Warning Flash- the fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act ers may wear down your battery. as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
Page 352: Jacking And Tire Changing
352 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see Section 7, Maintenance, of this manual.
Page 353 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 353 Six Passenger Seating The jack and jack-handle are stowed in the rear storage bin located in the rear cargo floor. Pull up on the storage bin cover and liner to access the jack and jack tools. Jack Wing Nut Jack Location...
Page 354: Spare Tire Stowage
354 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage Five Passenger Seating The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle to rotate the “spare tire drive”...
Page 355: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 355 CAUTION! WARNING! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the jack handle only. Use of an air wrench or other power vehicle close to moving traffic.
Page 356: Jacking Instructions
356 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help pre- vent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.
Page 357 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 357 1. Remove the spare wheel, scissors jack and jack-handle from stowage. 2. Carefully pry off the wheel center cap if equipped, using the tip of the jack handle. 3. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
Page 358 358 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES location. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the 7. Remove the wheel lug nuts, for vehicles with wheel covers, remove the cover from the wheel by hand. Do not jack is securely engaged. Never jack up the vehicle using any suspension components.
Page 359 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 359 • Turn the wheel so that the valve-stem is down. Slide lug nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correct wheel nut tightness is 130 N·m (95 ft. lbs). If in doubt the wheel retainer through the center of the wheel about the correct tightness, have them checked with a and position it properly across the wheel opening.
Page 360: Jump-Starting Procedure
360 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: When reinstalling the wheel center cap, insure JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE that the valve stem symbol on the back of the cap is WARNING! pointed toward the wheel valve stem. Install the center cap using hand pressure only. Do not use a hammer. •...
Page 361 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 361 When jump starting, proceed as follows: WARNING! 1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an could establish a ground connection and personal inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 362: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
362 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the Any procedure other than above could result in: discharge battery. The resulting electrical spark could 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out cause the battery to explode.
Page 363: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 363 and Drive. Usually the least accelerator pedal pressure to CAUTION! maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels is most effective. Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It WARNING! can also damage the tires.
Page 364 364 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES operative, or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 100 All Transmissions miles (160 km), the vehicle must be towed with the front CAUTION! wheels off the ground. All Wheel Drive • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi- with sling type towing equipment.
Page 365: Without The Ignition Key
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 365 If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the position, not the ACCESSORY position.
Page 367 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 3.8L Engines ......370 Engine Oil ......376 4.0L Engines .
Page 368 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints ..385 Automatic Transmission ....398 Steering Shaft Seal ....385 All Wheel Drive (AWD) —...
Page 369 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 Front Park/Turn Signal And Sidemarker Fluids And Capacities ....416 Lights ......413 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts .
Page 370: 3.8L Engines
370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3.8L ENGINES Engine Compartment 3.8L Engines...
Page 371: L Engines
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 4.0L ENGINES Engine Compartment 4.0L Engine...
Page 372: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
372 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 “Malfunction Indica- the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic tor Light”...
Page 373: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Should the “Loose Fuel Filler Cap” or “gASCAP” mes- PROGRAMS sage appear, there may be a problem in the evaporative In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass system.
Page 374 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test, ignition key or start the engine. This means that your which you can use prior to going to the test station. To vehicle’s OBD system is not ready and you should not check if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must do proceed to the I/M station.
Page 375: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on systems can result in civil penalties being assessed with the engine running. against you.
Page 376: Maintenance Procedures
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 The pages that follow contain the required maintenance minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not services determined by the engineers who designed your check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat vehicle.
Page 377 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Change Engine Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 of this manual for information on this system. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months,...
Page 378 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.8 Liter Identification Symbol Engines This symbol means that the oil has SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating been certified by the American temperatures.
Page 379: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 Materials Added to Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Selection The manufacture strongly recommends against the addi- This manufacture’s engines have a full-flow type oil filter. tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality of the engine oil.
Page 380: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE plug. Malfunctioning spark plugs can damage the cata- WARNING! lytic converter. For proper type of replacement spark plugs, refer to the “Vehicle Emission Control Informa- The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can tion” label in the engine compartment. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire.
Page 381 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- systems can result in civil penalties being assessed portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure against you.
Page 382: Maintenance-Free Battery
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in burn or even blind you.
Page 383: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 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 system positive post and the negative cable is attached to...
Page 384 384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 and is an ozone-saving product. How- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning tioning system.
Page 385: Power Steering - Fluid Check
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” section of this If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated manual for the recommended air conditioning filter level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all replacement intervals.
Page 386: Steering Linkage
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Steering Linkage Body Lubrication The tie rod end ball joints are permanently lubricated and Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as do not require periodic maintenance. seat tracks, doors, liftgate and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation Drive Shaft Universal Joints and to protect against rust and wear.
Page 387: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the Windshield Wiper Blades The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water. should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid and a mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 388: Exhaust System
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon system. monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust eventually poison you.
Page 389: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 Engine Coolant Checks Cooling System Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 WARNING! months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition coolant.
Page 390 390 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 en- gine coolants, may result in engine damage and may Cooling System —...
Page 391 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 Adding Engine Coolant The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- coolant can be used up to 5 Years or 100,000 miles before tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-...
Page 392 392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children WARNING! do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on ground.
Page 393 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 • Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do coolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to be not overfill.
Page 394: Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install collapsed. ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou- result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are...
Page 395 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or WARNING! collapsed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou- possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally present.
Page 396: Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE should be replaced immediately! Eventual deterioration Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing of the hose can take place resulting in a possibility of a the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the burst failure.
Page 397: Fuel System Hoses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 WARNING! CAUTION! • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid, all brake seal components could be brake fluid catching fire.
Page 398: Automatic Transmission
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Care should be taken in installing quick connect fittings for correct fluid type. It is important that the transmission to insure they are properly installed and fully connected. fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the See your authorized dealer for service.
Page 399 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 4. Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear position ending with the lever in P (PARK). Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to eliminate the possibility of dirt entering the transmission. 5. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot or warm.
Page 400: All Wheel Drive (Awd) - If Equipped
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If the fluid level indicates low, add sufficient fluid to NOTE: Refer to Section 8 of this manual for Mainte- bring to the proper level. nance Schedules. If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the CAUTION! fluid and filter should be changed.
Page 401: Front And Rear Wheel Bearings
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 Power Transfer Unit Fluid Changes The fill plug is located on the side of the power transfer Refer to Section 8 of this manual for Maintenance Sched- unit housing. The fluid should be maintained at a level ules for fluid change intervals.
Page 402 402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will Washing have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- body protection. hicle in the shade using Mopar Car Wash or a mild car The following maintenance recommendations will enable wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion...
Page 403 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or CAUTION! similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such sible.
Page 404 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use Mopar Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular Wheel Cleaner (05066247AB) or equivalent or select a cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Page 405 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 YES Essentials Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Glass Surfaces Equipped All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis YES Essentials seats may be cleaned in the following with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household- manner: type glass cleaner.
Page 406: Cleaning The Center Console Cup Holders
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be Cleaning The Center Console Cup Holders used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive Removal cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp Grab the center of the rubber portion of the cupholder rag.
Page 407: Fuses (Integrated Power Module)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 FUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE) Cavity Cartridge Description Fuse 40 Amp Anti-Lock Brake System Green (ABS) Pump Spare 30 Amp Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Pink 40 Amp Body Control Module Green (BCM) Feed 1 40 Amp Electronic Back Light (EBL) Green 30 Amp Front Wipers...
Page 408 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Description Cavity Cartridge Description Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Power Sunroof 40 Amp Front Blower Green Green Spare Cavity Mini Fuse Description 40 Amp Headlight Washer, Power Green Liftgate 20 Amp Yel- Power Outlet (Selectable) Spare 15 Amp Blue Radio, Amplifier, Naviga- 40 Amp...
Page 409 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description 20 Amp Yel- Cluster, CHMSL, Stop 25 Amp Rear Heated Seats Lights, Anti-Lock Brake Natural System (ABS) 10 Amp Red Anti-Lock Brake System 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch (ABS) Ignition Run 20 Amp Yel- Hazard...
Page 410: Vehicle Storage
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. • When installing the Integrated Power Module You may: cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 411: Replacement Light Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number Back-up ....... 921 Rear Stop, Turn Signal .
Page 412: Bulb Replacement
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT 2. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod- ule to the vehicle and gently pull the headlight module Headlights forward away from the vehicle, disengaging the assem- 1. Open hood, disconnect and isolate the battery nega- bly from the lower attachment clip.
Page 413: High Intensity Discharge Headlights (Hid) - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 on there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) — If Equipped becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube. the system charges.
Page 414: Front Fog Light
414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod- Front Fog Light ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forward 1. Reach under the front fascia and grasp the front fog away from the vehicle, disengaging the assembly from light bulb.
Page 415: Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker And Back-Up Lights
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 3. Twist the socket assembly to remove it from the Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and Back-up Lights housing. 1. Raise the liftgate. 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 2. Remove the two tail light assembly screws and rotate 5.
Page 416: Fluids And Capacities
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel All Engines 23 gallons 87 liters Engine Oil-With Filter 4.0 Liter Engines (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 5.5 qts 5.2 liters 3.8 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5.0 qts 4.7 liters Cooling System * 4.0 Liter Engines (Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equiva- 10.7 qts...
Page 417: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 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) or equivalent 3.8 Liter Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Refer to your oil filler cap for cor- rect SAE grade, meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 418: Chassis
418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Automatic Transmission Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. AWD Power Transfer Unit Mopar Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent. AWD Rear Carrier Mopar Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent.
Page 419 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emission Control System Maintenance ..420 Required Maintenance Intervals ... 423 Maintenance Schedule ....420...
Page 420 420 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 must be done at the times or mileages specified to time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. assure the continued proper functioning of the emission On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) control system.
Page 421 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 421 NOTE: Settings” of the EVIC section in this manual or under • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the “Odometer/Trip Odometer” in the “Instrument Cluster time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil Descriptions section of this manual.
Page 422 422 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake At Each Oil Change master cylinder, power steering and transmission and • Change the engine oil filter. add as needed. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation.
Page 423 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 423 Required Maintenance Intervals Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage 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 dusty or off-road conditions,...
Page 424 424 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. 60,000 100 000 Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. 60,000 100 000 Change the automatic transmission fluid &...
Page 425 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 425 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 427: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Reporting Safety Defects ....431 Vehicle ......428 In Canada .
Page 428: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
Warranty service must be done by an authorized or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealer. We strongly recommend service advisor know. that you take your vehicle to your selling dealer. They know you and your vehicle best, and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service.
Page 429 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 429 • Vehicle identification number technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely • Vehicle delivery date and mileage manner. DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s P.O.
Page 430 430 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na- tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922. Impaired (TDD/TTY) 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 431: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 431 MOPAR PARTS WARNING! Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep your Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle operating at its best. vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 432: In Canada
432 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 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– To order the following manuals, you may use either the 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: website or the phone numbers listed below.
Page 433 • Owner’s Manuals. These manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler group vehicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and maintenance pro- cedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.
Page 434: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
434 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab- characteristics and climate. lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis- Traction Grades tration.
Page 435: Temperature Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 435 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 437 INDEX...
Page 438 438 INDEX Adding Fuel ......329 All Wheel Drive (AWD) ....284,400 Adding Washer Fluid .
Page 439 INDEX 439 Reset Mode ......280 Body Mechanism Lubrication ....386 Selection Of Lubricant .
Page 440 440 INDEX Caps, Filler Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Fuel ....... . 329 Light) .
Page 441 INDEX 441 Console, Overhead ..... . . 168 Data Recorder, Event ..... . 65 Contract, Service .
Page 442 442 INDEX Drive Belts ......379 Emergency, In Case of Drive Shaft Universal Joints ....386 Hazard Warning Flasher .
Page 443 INDEX 443 Oil Change Interval ....192,202,377 Automatic Transaxle ....400 Oil Disposal .
Page 444 444 INDEX Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....362 Gasoline (Fuel) ......325 Fuel .
Page 445 INDEX 445 Hazard Warning Flasher ....350 Hoses ......394,397 Head Phones .
Page 446 446 INDEX Jack Location ......352 Lead Free Gasoline ..... . 325 Jack Operation .
Page 447 INDEX 447 Hazard Warning Flasher ....350 Side Marker ......415 Headlight Switch .
Page 448 448 INDEX Maintenance Free Battery ....382 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ... . . 7 Maintenance Procedures .
Page 449 INDEX 449 Filter ......379,417 Passing Light ......139 Filter Disposal .
Page 450 450 INDEX Preparation for Jacking ....355 Rear Window Features ....141 Pretensioners Rear Wiper/Washer .
Page 451 INDEX 451 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ....362 Child Restraint ..... . . 67,69 Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) .
Page 452 452 INDEX Sentry Key Programming ....17 Starting and Operating ....275 Service Assistance .
Page 453 INDEX 453 System, Navigation ..... . 244 General Information ....303 High Speed .
Page 454 454 INDEX Disabled Vehicle ..... . . 363 Transmission ......398 Guide .
Page 455 INDEX 455 Universal Transmitter ..... 146 Washer, Adding Fluid ....142,387 Unleaded Gasoline .
Page 456 456 INDEX Wipers, Intermittent ..... . 141 Zone Control (Temperature Control) ..252 YES Essentials Fabric Cleaning Procedure .
Page 457 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderLocking Doors With The KeySTEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering WheelTo Release The Steering Wheel LockAutomatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock SystemSENTRY KEY - IF EQUIPPED Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming of the System - If EquippedTo Arm the SystemTo Disarm the SystemSecurity System Manual OverrideILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To unlock the doors and liftgateTo lock the doors and liftgateTo Open/Close Power Liftgate - If EquippedFlash Lights On Lock/UnlockUsing The Panic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersBattery ReplacementDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild Protection Door LockWINDOWS Power WindowsLIFTGATE Power Liftgate - If EquippedOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System...

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