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Jeep Grand-Cherokee SRT8 2006 Manual

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SECTION
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INTRODUCTION

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
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STARTING AND OPERATING
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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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 Warnings And Cautions ....6 ▫...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Roll Over Warning Thank you for selecting a Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll over rate and welcome to our worldwide family. than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance, higher center of gravity, and narrower Before you start to drive this vehicle, read this manual.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION 5 Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S. control.

  • Page 6: Warnings And Cautions

    6 INTRODUCTION NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with Consult the table of contents to determine which section the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be contains the information you desire.

  • Page 7: Vehicle Identification Number

    INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on a label located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad, visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle.

  • Page 8: Vehicle Modifications / Alterations

    8 INTRODUCTION 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 CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Doors And Door Locks ....16 ▫...
  • Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transmitter Battery Service ....24 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....33 ▫...
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Safety Tips ......70 Vehicle .

  • Page 12: A Word About Your Keys

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic bag with the key code number on it. If you received your keys without the bag, ask your authorized dealer to give you the number.

  • Page 13: Key-In-Ignition Reminder

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 keys that have been programmed to the vehicle can be Key-In-Ignition Reminder If the driver’s door is opened when the key is in the used to start and operate the vehicle for longer than the ignition and not turned to the ON position, a chime will 2 second validation time period.

  • Page 14: Important Note About Service

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the SKIM indicator light comes on during normal Important Note About Service vehicle operation (it has been running for longer than 10 A four digit PIN number is needed to service the Sentry seconds) a fault has been detected in the electronics and Key Immobilizer System.

  • Page 15: Customer Key Programming

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle 3. Insert the second valid key and turn the ignition electronics. A blank key is one which has never been switch ON within 15 seconds. After ten seconds, a chime programmed.

  • Page 16: General Information

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information DOORS AND DOOR LOCKS The Sentry Key Immobilizer System complies with FCC Manual Door Locks rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from Operation is subject to the following two conditions: inside the vehicle.
  • Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 WARNING! CAUTION! When leaving the vehicle always remove the key An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not Always remove the key from the ignition and lock leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
  • Page 18 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. Child Lock Control...

  • Page 19: Power Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the Power Door Locks A door lock switch is on each front door panel. Press this ignition switch, and the driver’s door is open, the doors switch to lock or unlock the doors.

  • Page 20: Remote Keyless Entry

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Unlock on Exit Feature — Only NOTE: If the key is in the ignition switch, then all Available if Auto Lock is Enabled buttons on that transmitter will be disabled. The buttons This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver’s on the remaining transmitters will work.

  • Page 21: To Unlock The Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 To Unlock the Doors To Lock the Doors Press and release the “Unlock” button on the transmitter Press and release the “Lock” button on the transmitter to once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to unlock all lock all doors.

  • Page 22: To Release The Liftgate Flipper Glass

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Release the Liftgate Flipper Glass Using The Panic Alarm Press the “Flipper Glass/Trunk Release” button on the To turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF, press and transmitter two times to release the flipper glass. hold the PANIC button on the transmitter for at least one second and release.

  • Page 23: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 To Turn Off “Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock” General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and NOTE: If desired, the “Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock” RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the feature can be turned on and off by referring to the following conditions: Customer Programmable Features of the “Electronic Ve-...

  • Page 24: Transmitter Battery Service

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board. 1. With the transmitter buttons facing down, remove the small screw, and separate the two halves of the transmit- ter.

  • Page 25: Security Alarm System - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 3. To reassemble the transmitter case, join the two halves 16 second pre-arm period, opening any door or the of the case together. Install and tighten the screw until liftgate will cancel the arming. If the system successfully snug.

  • Page 26: Liftgate

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE system is armed (after 16 seconds), when you pull the door handle to exit the alarm will sound. If this occurs, press the “Unlock” button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to disarm the system. The Security Alarm System will not disarm with a manual unlock, either through the lock plunger located on the inside of the door, or through a key in the driver’s door key cylinder.

  • Page 27: Liftgate Flipper Glass

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 WARNING! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. Liftgate Flipper Glass The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked.
  • Page 28 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! To avoid injury stand back when opening. Glass will Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poi- automatically rise. sonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the flipper glass closed when you are operating the Once the liftgate flipper glass has been opened, connec- vehicle.

  • Page 29: Power Windows

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 POWER WINDOWS The power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door/rear doors which operates the front passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACCESSORY position.

  • Page 30: Auto Down

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Down Auto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection Both the driver and front passenger window switch has (Driver’s and Front Passenger Door Only) an “Auto Down” feature. Press the window switch past Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and the first detent, release, and the window will go down the window will go up automatically.

  • Page 31: Window Lockout Switch

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING! There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing. Resetting the Auto-Up Feature Should the Auto-Up feature stop working the window probably needs to be reset.

  • Page 32: Occupant Restraints

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- Please pay close attention to the information in this rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with section. It tells you how to use your restraint system the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as the buffeting.

  • Page 33: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.

  • Page 34: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

    34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap.
  • Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 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 36 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a comfortable and not resting on your neck.

  • Page 37: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 6. To release the belt, push the red button marked PRESS Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its In the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be stowed position.

  • Page 38: Automatic Locking Mode - If Equipped

    38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, hear a clicking sound.

  • Page 39: Seat Belt Pretensioners

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat WARNING! belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt must still be • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced worn snugly and positioned properly. if the seat belt assembly “automatic locking re- The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- tractor”...
  • Page 40 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96 2. Turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY/RUN posi- seconds or until the driver or front passenger seat belt is tion (engine does not need to be running), and wait for buckled.

  • Page 41: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Seat Belts and Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe.

  • Page 42: Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs)

    42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right Restraint Systems (SRS) front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel.
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 This vehicle may also be equipped with window bags to NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next trim; but they will open to allow airbag deployment. to a window.
  • Page 44 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This WARNING! allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that • are based on collision severity. Along with the seat belts, Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 If your vehicle is so equipped, the window bag on the Children that are not big enough to properly wear the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to vehicle seat belt should be secured in the rear seat, in a severe side collisions.
  • Page 46 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved WARNING! back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more inflate.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: • Occupant Classification System (OCS) — Front Pas- • Occupant Restraint Control Module senger Seat Only (If Equipped) •...
  • Page 48 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic either momentarily or continuously. A single chime parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in will sound if the light comes on again after initial start the START or ON positions.
  • Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 NOTE: Children 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat in an appropriate child restraint. • The Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light (If Equipped) (an amber light located in the center of the instrument panel) tells the driver and front pas- senger when the front passenger airbag is turned off.
  • Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The “PAD Indicator Light” should not be illuminated NOTE: Even though this vehicle is equipped with an when teenagers, most children in a forward-facing Occupant Classification System, children 12 years and child restraint or booster seats, most children that can under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat in an properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt, and when an appropriate child restraint.
  • Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 The OCS classifies an occupant using weight sensors measured properly and may result in the occupant being mounted in the base of the front passenger seat. Any improperly classified. Ensure that the front passenger weight on the seat will be sensed by the system.
  • Page 52 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE both the “PAD Indicator Light” and the “Airbag Warning about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes. The Light” are illuminated to show that the passenger airbag bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the is turned off until the fault is cleared.
  • Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 • Your vehicle has four Weight Sensors located between curtain airbag inflates. This especially applies to chil- the seat and the floor pan. The weight sensors measure dren. The side curtain airbag is only about 3 ⁄...
  • Page 54 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • At no time should any supplemental restraint system The following requirements must be strictly adhered to: (SRS) component or SRS related component or fas- • Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or tener be modified or replaced with any part except components in any way.
  • Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy when the However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) Module detects a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor moderate-to-severe frontal collision, to help restrain the immediately.
  • Page 56 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot WARNING! protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail seat belt pretensioner, and seat belt retractor assem- when you need it.
  • Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 data gathered during a complete accident investigation, Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbag system ready to inflate the electronic data may be used by DaimlerChrysler for your protection in an impact. The airbag system is Corporation and others to learn more about the possible designed to be maintenance free.
  • Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE provided to the custodial entity upon request. General Data Parameters that May Be Recorded: data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning lamp status may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash for electronically-controlled safety systems, including databases, such as those maintained by the US govern- the airbag system...

  • Page 59: Child Restraint

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Child Restraint WARNING! Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time — babies and children, too. Every state in the United In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny States and all Canadian provinces require that small baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle.
  • Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the WARNING! vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up • Improper installation can lead to failure of an to about 20 lbs (9 kg). “Convertible” child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward-facing infant or child restraint.
  • Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Standards. The manufacturer also recommends that cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the will use it before you buy it.
  • Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the belt still cannot be tightened, or if pulling and Older Children and Child Restraints pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle older than one year can ride forward-facing in the around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle...
  • Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Children Too Large for Booster Seats LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt Anchors and Tether for CH ildren) comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child over the front of the seat when their back is against the restraint anchorage system called LATCH.
  • Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE kits or retro-fit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all All three rear seating positions have lower anchorages the available attachments provided with your child re- that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible straint in any vehicle.
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided with the child restraint system.
  • Page 66 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- rear seating position located on the back of the seat. facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap.
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 If the seat belt has a automatic locking retractor, it will WARNING! have a distinctive label. Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through the Improper installation of a child restraint to the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle.
  • Page 68 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may need to do something more. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again.

  • Page 69: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! A long break-in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle. An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
  • Page 70 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill. considered as a normal part of the break-in and not Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Defrosters Vehicle Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should feel the air Seat Belts directed against the windshield. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays and loose parts.
  • Page 72 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately.
  • Page 73 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Operations ......84 Mirrors .......78 ▫...
  • Page 74 74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment ..106 Lights ....... 118 ▫...
  • Page 75 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 ▫ Turn Signals ......124 ▫ ERM (Electronic Rollover Mitigation) ..133 ▫...
  • Page 76 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Set At a Desired Speed ....146 ▫ Erasing Homelink Buttons ....155 ▫...
  • Page 77 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 ▫ Sunroof Fully Closed ....159 ▫ Retractable Cargo Area Cover ... . 164 ▫...

  • Page 78: Mirrors

    78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light next to the button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated.

  • Page 79: Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature CAUTION! All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, three detent positions; full forward, full rearward, and never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the normal.

  • Page 80: Heated Remote Control Mirrors - If Equipped

    80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After selecting a mirror move the knob in the same WARNING! direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex position.

  • Page 81: Lighted Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in this section for details. Lighted Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped To access a lighted vanity mirror, flip down one of the visors.

  • Page 82: Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - If Equipped

    82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE HANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) — The UConnect™ phonebook enables you to store up to 32 IF EQUIPPED names and four numbers per name. Each language has a UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that communications system.
  • Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the The UConnect™ system can be used with any Hands- system and the control buttons that will enable you to Free Profile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. See access the system.

  • Page 84: Operations

    84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operations example, you can either use the combined form voice Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnect™ command Phonebook New Entry, or you can break system and to navigate through the UConnect™ menu the combined form command into two voice com- structure.
  • Page 85 Cancel and you will be returned to the main menu. • www.dodge.com/uconnect However, in a few instances the system will take you • www.jeep.com/uconnect back to the previous menu. Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular Phone The following are general phone to UConnect™ System To begin using your UConnect™...
  • Page 86 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The UConnect™ system will then prompt you to begin phones are present in the vehicle, the UConnect™ the cellular phone pairing process on your cellular system will use the priority 3 cellular phone when you phone.
  • Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 234-567-890 is nine digits long, which is not a valid you can say John Doe, where John Doe is a previ- phone number - the closest valid phone number has ously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phone- ten digits.
  • Page 88 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use of four associated phone numbers and designations. Each long names helps the voice recognition and is recom- language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible mended.
  • Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 • 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 in the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or to delete.

  • Page 90: Phone Call Features

    90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To call one of the names in the list, press the Voice Delete All Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook Recognition’ button during the playing of the desired • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. name and say Call.
  • Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - No Call Making a Second Call while Current Call in Currently in Progress Progress When you receive a call on your cellular phone, the To make a second call while you are currently in a call, UConnect™...
  • Page 92 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Toggling Between Calls established, press and hold the ’Phone’ button until you If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have press the ’Phone’...

  • Page 93: Uconnect™ System Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Call Continuation UConnect™ System Features Call continuation is progression of a phone call on Language Selection UConnect™ system after the vehicle ignition key has To change the language that the UConnect™ system is been switched to off.
  • Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Assistance The UConnect™ system does slightly lower your chances If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell reachable: phone directly.
  • Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Please refer to the 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” cover- You can use your UConnect™ system to access a voice- age details in the Warranty information booklet and on mail system or an automated service, such as, paging the 24–Hour Towing Assistance Card.
  • Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Barge In - Overriding Prompts Phone and Network Status Indicators The ’Voice Recognition’ button can be used when you If available on the radio and/or on a premium display wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by recognition command immediately.

  • Page 97: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the UConnect™ system to play it on the Mute-off. vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this Information Service situation, after successfully dialing a number, the user When using AT&T Wireless Service, dialing to phone...
  • Page 98 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The UConnect™ system will play the phone names of Connect or Disconnect Link Between the UConnect™ System and Cellular Phone all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to Your cellular phone can be paired with many different the lowest priority.

  • Page 99: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • When prompted say the priority number of the cellu- • The phone names along with priority numbers will be lar phone you wish to select. You can also press the announced. Voice Recognition’ button anytime while the list is •...
  • Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance is maximized under: • It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the UConnect™ phonebook. • low-to-medium blower setting, • UConnect™ phonebook name tag recognition rate is • low-to-medium vehicle speed, optimized for the voice of the person who stored the •...
  • Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • smooth road surface, Bluetooth Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to occasionally lose • fully closed windows, and connection to the UConnect™ system. When this hap- • dry weather condition. pens, the connection can generally be re-established by switching the phone off/on.
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  • Page 105: Seats

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 SEATS North American English Primary Alternate(s) WARNING! Zero Add location Add new Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is All of them dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could Confirmation prompts Confirmations prompts cause you to lose control.

  • Page 106: Front Seat Adjustment - Recline

    106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Seat Adjustment — Recline WARNING! To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, outboard side of the seat, lean back, and release the lever at the desired position.

  • Page 107: Head Restraints

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 button which must be pushed in to lower the head restraint to all positions. The restraints may be raised without pushing in the button. Manual Lumbar Control Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear.

  • Page 108: Way Driver's Power Seat

    108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 8 - Way Driver’s Power Seat 4 - Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped The driver’s power seat switches are located on the The front passenger’s power seat switches are located on outboard side of the driver’s seat lower side trim.

  • Page 109: 60/40 Split Rear Seat

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 indicate the level of heat in use. Two LEDs are illumi- When high-temperature heating is selected, the heaters nated for high, one for low, and none for off. Pressing the provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes switch once will select high-level heating.
  • Page 110 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and NOTE: Do not fold the rear seat down with the center positioned forward. This will allow the rear seatback to seat belt buckled. fold down easily.
  • Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 To Raise Rear Seat Storage — Rear Seat Armrest (If Equipped) Raise the rear seatback and lock it into place. If interfer- The rear seat may be equipped with a center storage ence from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully armrest.

  • Page 112: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped

    112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the latch and lift the top of the armrest to access the DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED storage bin. Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat, driver’s outside mirror, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, and radio station preset settings.

  • Page 113: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Your vehicle may have been delivered with two Remote 3. Adjust the driver’s seat, recliner, and driver’s side Keyless Entry transmitters. One or both transmitters can view mirror to the desired positions. be linked to either memory position. The memory system 4.

  • Page 114: Memory Position Recall

    114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 10. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to To recall the memory settings for driver one, press the ON position. memory button number 1 on the driver’s door or the “Unlock”...

  • Page 115: To Disable A Transmitter Linked To Memory

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 NOTE: Once programmed, all transmitters linked to To Disable A Transmitter Linked to Memory memory can be easily enabled or disabled at one time. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and Refer to Remote Linked to Memory under Electronic remove the key.
  • Page 116 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The seat shall move to the position located 1 1/8 NOTE: The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is not enabled inches (30 mm) forward of the rear stop if the starting when the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy position is between 2.5 inches to 3.75 inches (60 mm to Entry Easy Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) 90 mm) forward of the rear stop when the key is...

  • Page 117: To Open And Close The Hood

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Then, reach under the hood, move safety latch to the left, TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, pull the release lever inside your and lift the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not vehicle located below the instrument panel and in front slam the hood to close it.

  • Page 118: Lights

    118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS WARNING! Interior Lighting If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when The interior lighting consists of courtesy lights mounted the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. below the instrument panel, an overhead console light Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before assembly which contains both driver and passenger...

  • Page 119: Front Map/Reading Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Front Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light can be turned on by pressing the recessed area of the lens. To turn these lights off, press the recessed area of the lens a second time.

  • Page 120: Multi-Function Control Lever

    120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multi-Function Control Lever Turn Signal Auto-Mode — If Equipped The multi-function control lever controls the operation of Tap the multi-function control lever once and the turn the headlights, turn signals, headlight beam selection, signal (left or right) will flash 3 times, and automatically instrument panel light dimming, passing light, interior turn off.

  • Page 121: Headlights And Parking Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Headlights and Parking Lights Automatic Headlight System — If Equipped Turn the end of the multi-function control lever to the Turn the end of the multi-function control lever to the first detent for parking light operation. Turn to the third detent to activate the automatic headlight system.

  • Page 122: Smartbeams - If Equipped

    122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If your vehicle is equipped with a “Rain Sensitive Wiper and automatically switches from high beams to low System,” and it is activated, the headlights will automati- beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view. cally turn on after the wipers complete five wipe cycles NOTE: If the windshield or SmartBeam mirror is re- within approximately 1 minute, and they will turn off...

  • Page 123: Instrument Panel And Interior Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 To Deactivate Instrument Panel and Interior Lights When the multi-function control lever is in the parklight, 1. Pull back on the muti-function control lever to manu- headlight, or A (Auto) position (if equipped), rotating the ally deactivate the system (normal operation of high center portion of the lever up and down will increase and beams).

  • Page 124: Daytime Running Lights - Canada Only

    124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights — Canada Only NOTE: Turning on the high beam headlights turns off The high beam headlights come on at a low intensity the fog lights. level whenever the engine is running, and the transmis- A front fog light is a lighting device providing illumina- sion in not in the P (Park) position.

  • Page 125: High Beam Switch

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 High Beam Switch Headlight Time Delay Pull the multi-function control lever towards you to There is also a feature that delays turning off the vehicle switch the headlights to “High” beam. The “High Beam lights for 30, 60, or 90 seconds after the ignition switch is Indicator Light”...

  • Page 126: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The front and rear wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the right side control lever. Turn the end of the control lever to select “Lo,” “Hi,” or one of the five speed sensitive intermittent windshield wiper speeds.

  • Page 127: Mist

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold Mist while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the Use this feature when weather conditions make occa- delay range, the wiper will operate for several seconds sional usage of the wipers necessary.

  • Page 128: Rain Sensing Wipers-If Equipped

    128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rain Sensing Wipers—If Equipped This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver. The feature is especially useful for road splash or overspray from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate the end of the multi-function lever to one of five settings to activate this feature.
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 driver desires more sensitivity. Place the wiper switch in The rain sensing system has protection features for the the OFF position when not using the system. wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the following conditions: NOTE: •...

  • Page 130: Tilt Steering Column

    130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT STEERING COLUMN WARNING! To tilt the column, push down on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down, as Tilting the steering wheel column while the vehicle desired.

  • Page 131: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) WARNING! This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) cannot prevent the under adverse braking conditions. The system controls natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevail- help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.

  • Page 132: Tcs (Traction Control System)

    132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TCS (Traction Control System) BAS (Brake Assist System) The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The the driven wheels.

  • Page 133: Erm (Electronic Rollover Mitigation)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 ERM (Electronic Rollover Mitigation) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the BAS (Brake Assist System) cannot prevent the natu- speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing...

  • Page 134: Esp (Electronic Stability Program)

    134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ESP (Electronic Stability Program) WARNING! This system enhances directional control and stability of Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP cor- tions and driving conditions, influence the chance rects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying that wheel lift or rollover may occur.
  • Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than WARNING! appropriate for the steering wheel position. ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot prevent The ESP/TCS Indicator Light located in the instrument the natural laws of physics from acting on the cluster, starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by the ESP system becomes active.
  • Page 136 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ESP system has 2 available operating modes. Switch. This will restore the normal “ESP On” mode of operation. 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 all driving situations.

  • Page 137: Esp/Bas Warning Lamp And Esp/Tcs Indicator Light

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving If the “ESP/BAS Warning Lamp” comes on with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or continuously with the engine running, a mal- gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “ESP Partial function has been detected in either the ESP or Off”...

  • Page 138: Rear Park Assist System- If Equipped

    138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM— IF EQUIPPED Rear Park Assist Sensors The Rear Park Assist System provides visual and audible The four Rear Park Assist Sensors, located in the rear indications of the distance between the rear fascia and the fascia, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within detected obstacle when backing up.

  • Page 139: Rear Park Assist Warning Display

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 When the ignition is changed to the RUN/ON position, Rear Park Assist Warning Display The Rear Park Assist Warning Display, located in the the warning display will turn ON all of its LEDs for headliner near the flipper glass, provides both visual and about 1 second.

  • Page 140: Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist System

    140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the detected obstacle is about 11.8 inches (30 cm) from the rear fascia, the warning display will actuate a continuous tone for about 10 seconds, and it will turn ON all 8 LEDs, including both RED LEDs, on the correspond- ing side of the display.

  • Page 141: Service The Rear Park Assist System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 disabled, the instrument cluster will actuate a single Cleaning the Rear Park Assist System chime, once per ignition cycle, and it will display the Clean the Rear Park Assist Sensors with water, car wash message.
  • Page 142 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Drivers must be careful when backing up even • The Rear Park Assist System is only a parking aid when using the Rear Park Assist System. Always and it is unable to recognize every obstacle, in- check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind cluding small obstacles.
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 NOTE: Clean all four Rear Park Assist Sensors regularly, Ultrasonic noise from airbrakes of nearby trucks, air taking care not to scratch or damage them. The sensors powered jackhammers and air powered shop tools, to must not be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or name a few, will cause the Rear Park Assist System to be debris.

  • Page 144: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped

    144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals to move toward the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel. The adjustable pedal system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position.
  • Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Press the left side of the button to move the pedals CAUTION! rearward (toward the driver). Do not place any article under the adjustable pedal’s Press the right side of the button to move the pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage forward (away from the driver).

  • Page 146: Electronic Speed Control

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL To Activate When engaged, this device takes over accelerator opera- Press the ON·OFF button to turn the system ON. To turn tions at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The the system OFF, press the ON·OFF button again.

  • Page 147: To Resume Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 To Resume Speed To Accelerate for Passing To resume a previously set speed, press and release the Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the RES·ACCEL button. Resume can be used at any speed pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.

  • Page 148: Driving Up Or Down Hills

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! Leaving the Speed Control ON when not in use is To help keep your vehicle under control, do not use dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or Speed Control under these conditions: cause it to go faster than you want.

  • Page 149: Overhead Console

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 OVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading Lights The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights, At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/ an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink ), reading lights. storage for sunglasses, and optional power sunroof switches.

  • Page 150: Garage Door Opener

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER WARNING! The HomeLink Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper- A moving garage door can cause injury to people and ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized pets in the path of the door.

  • Page 151: Programming Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Programming HomeLink NOTE: When programming a garage door opener, it is advised to park outside the garage. It is also recom- mended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal.
  • Page 152 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons, and WARNING! release only when the EVIC display shows “CHANNELS CLEARED” (after 20 seconds). Do not hold the buttons Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step one to ous gas.
  • Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink 3), programming is complete and your device should button that you want to train and the hand-held trans- activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and mitter buttons.

  • Page 154: Canadian Programming/Gate Programming

    154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) NOTE: To program the remaining two HomeLink but- in the garage, locate the learn or smart button. This tons, begin with Programming step two. Do not repeat can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is step one.

  • Page 155: Using Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button Erasing HomeLink Buttons while you press and release every two seconds ( cycle ) To erase programming from the three buttons (individual your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has buttons cannot be erased but can be reprogrammed - successfully been accepted by HomeLink.

  • Page 156: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button

    156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the button previously trained, follow these steps: following conditions: •...

  • Page 157: Power Sunroof - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in visors on the overhead console. the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.

  • Page 158: Opening Sunroof - Express

    158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof - Express sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and will open automatically from any position. The sunroof release to Express Close.

  • Page 159: Sunshade Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Sunshade Operation Sunroof Maintenance The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. the glass panel. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Ignition Off Operation open.

  • Page 160: Power Outlet

    160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER OUTLET The rear power outlet (if equipped) is located in the left To the right of the convenience tray (lower center of rear cargo area. instrument panel) is an outlet for electrically powered accessories.
  • Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 All accessories connected to this outlet should be re- CAUTION! moved or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge. Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off •...

  • Page 162: Cup Holders

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUP HOLDERS cup depression towards the passenger seat, but the top In the center console there are two cup holders for the surface will not be flush with the console surface. front seat passengers. The rear passengers have access to two cup holders that pull out from the lower center of the rear seat.

  • Page 163: Cargo Area Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 CARGO AREA FEATURES Rear Storage Compartment The rear storage compartment is located on the driver’s Cargo Light side behind the second row seat. The cargo area light is activated by opening the liftgate, opening any door, or by rotating the dimmer control on the multi-function control lever to the extreme top posi- tion.

  • Page 164: Retractable Cargo Area Cover

    164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Retractable Cargo Area Cover NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo. To cover the cargo area: 1.

  • Page 165: Cargo Tie-Down Hooks

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 WARNING! In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment.
  • Page 166 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits WARNING! described on the label attached to the left door or left door center pillar. Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap.

  • Page 167: Cargo Load Floor

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 WARNING! To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts.

  • Page 168: Rear Window Features

    168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Flip up pull loop(s) so they are perpendicular (straight the wash function. The wash pump will continue to up) to the top surface of the tray. operate as long as the button is pressed. Upon release, the wipers will cycle three times before returning to the set 2.
  • Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned Adding Washer Fluid OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “Park” The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the position. rear window washer is shared.
  • Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Two Types Of Signals ....197 Instrument Panel And Interior Controls ..174 ▫...
  • Page 172 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operation Instructions - Satellite Radio — If Equipped ....216 (CD Mode For CD Audio Play) ... 204 ▫...
  • Page 173 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 ▫ Radio Operation ..... . 220 ▫ Summer Operation ....228 ▫...

  • Page 174: Instrument Panel And Interior Controls

    174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR CONTROLS...

  • Page 175: Instrument Cluster

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 176: Instrument Cluster Description

    176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 3. Turn Signal Indicator Light The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal 1. Speedometer when the turn signal lever is operated. Indicates vehicle speed. If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has 2.
  • Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning 6. Airbag Warning Light the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked This light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8 promptly.
  • Page 178 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced 10. Oil Pressure Warning Light as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock This light shows low engine oil pressure. The light brakes.
  • Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 prevailing road conditions. The “ESP/TCS Indicator As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been Light” will flash any time the ESP or TCS is active and equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) helping to improve vehicle stability.
  • Page 180 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13. Temperature Gauge CAUTION! The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that Driving with a hot engine cooling system could the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily. damage your vehicle.
  • Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 14. Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display 16. Seat Belt Reminder Light When the appropriate conditions exist, this display When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check. messages.
  • Page 182 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer of 21. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the This light informs you of a problem with the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There- Electronic Throttle Control system.

  • Page 183: Electronic Vehicle Information Center

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 22. Front Fog Light Indicator Light— If Equipped ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This light shows the front fog lights are ON. 23. Voltage Warning Light This light monitors the electrical system voltage. The light should turn on momentarily as the engine is started.
  • Page 184 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • PERFORM SERVICE • LIFTGATE/DOORS OPEN (with graphic) • KEY NOT PROGRAMMED — DAMAGED KEY • LIFTGLASS OPEN (with graphic) • KEY NOT PROGRAMMED — INVALID KEY • HOOD OPEN (with graphic) • KEY NOT PROGRAMMED — EXCEEDED KEY PRO- •...
  • Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 • WASHER FLUID LOW (with graphic) • MEMORY #2 POSITIONS SET • UPSHIFT (with graphic) • MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED — SEATBELT FAS- TENED (with graphic) • CHECK GAUGES • MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED — VEHICLE NOT IN •...

  • Page 186: Customer Programmable Features

    186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE Language? When in this display you may select one of three languages • RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE for all display nomenclature, including the trip computer Customer Programmable Features functions. Press the STEP button while in this display selects Press the MENU button until one of the display choices English, Espanol, or Francais.
  • Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 Display U.S. or Metric? Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st? Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects US When this feature is selected only the driver’s door will or Metric. The overhead console and instrument panel unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry displays will be in the selected units.
  • Page 188 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL memory set position using the door mounted switch. Headlamp Delay Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select When this feature is selected the driver can choose, when “Yes” or “No.” exiting the vehicle, to have the headlamps remain on for 30, 60, or 90 seconds, or not remain on.
  • Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 this display will select “Low Beam” or “Low/High Front Wipers Rain Sense? (Available with Rain Beam.” Refer to “Lights — SmartBeams” in Section 3 of Sensing Wipers Only) this manual. Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select “Manual”...

  • Page 190: Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer

    190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Easy Entry/Exit Seat? (Available with Memory Seat Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer Only) This display provides the outside temperature, one of the This feature provides automatic driver’s seat positioning eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle which will enhance driver mobility out of and into the is facing, and vehicle trip information.
  • Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 WARNING! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularly in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per- sonal injury or property damage.

  • Page 192: Trip Computer

    192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip Computer This feature, located in the instrument cluster, displays the following information when the display is in the “Compass/Temperature” mode and the STEP button is pressed: Step Button Press the STEP button to cycle through all of the Compass/Mini-Trip Computer displays.
  • Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Reset Button Distance To Empty Press the RESET button to reset the display you are in. Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with Press and hold the RESET button (for 2 seconds) to reset the fuel remaining in the tank.
  • Page 194 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Oil Temperature NOTE: Tires heat up during normal driving conditions. Shows the current engine oil temperature. The scale will Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 read from 140° – 300°F (60° – 149°C). psi (14 to 41 kPa) during normal driving conditions.
  • Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 NOTE: To ensure proper compass calibration, make sure the compass variance is properly set before manu- ally calibrating the compass. Refer to Variance Map. To Put Into a Calibration Mode Start the engine, and leave the transmission in the P (Park) position.
  • Page 196 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas of the country, the difference between magnetic and geographic north is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set according to the Compass Variance Map.

  • Page 197: Radio General Information

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set the Two Types of Signals display to “Compass/Temperature.” Press the C/T but- There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or ton approximately 5 seconds. The last variance zone Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound number will be displayed.

  • Page 198: Fm Reception

    198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia- tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear, which is the major feature of FM radio. NOTE: On vehicles so equipped the radio, steering wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD/DVD changer will remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off.
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Press Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. listenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.
  • Page 200 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (Radio Mode) 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune / Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for Audio control. the next listenable station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (if 3.
  • Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth time and FADE will AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. display. Turn the TUNE control to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speak- Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade ers.
  • Page 202 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the PTY button to select the following format Nostalgia Nostalgia types: Oldies Oldies 16 Digit-Character Dis- Personality Personality Program Type play Public Public No program type or un- None Rhythm and Blues Rhythm_and_Blues defined Religious Music Religious_Music Adult Hits...
  • Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is You may add a second station to each push-button by displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press station with the same selected PTY name.

  • Page 204: Operation Instructions - (Cd Mode For Cd Audio Play)

    204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - (CD MODE for CD Audio CAUTION! Play) This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discs NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC only. The use of other sized discs may damage the position to operate the radio.

  • Page 205: Load/Eject Button (Cd Mode For Cd Audio Play)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 SEEK Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next Play) selection on the CD. Press the left side of the button to LOAD/ EJECT - Load return to the beginning of the current selection, or return Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push-...
  • Page 206 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc TIME Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc. Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display.

  • Page 207: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD Notes On Playing MP3 Files MODE for CD Audio Play) The radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3 Press this button while the CD is playing to activate file recording media and formats are limited.
  • Page 208 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 •...
  • Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the cation quency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...

  • Page 210: Operation Instructions

    210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 Audio LOAD / EJECT - Eject Play) Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number where SEEK Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) the CD was loaded and the disc will unload Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next and move to the entrance for easy removal.
  • Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 MSG or INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and MSG or INFO button while playing MP3 disc. Switches back to Radio mode. The radio scrolls through the following TAG information: RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Song Title, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if avail- Pressing this button plays files randomly.

  • Page 212: Sales Code Rec - Am/Fm/Cd (6-Disc) Radio With Navigation System

    212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If SALES CODE REC — AM/FM/CD (6–DISC) RADIO Equipped) WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM Refer to Hands Free Phone in Section 3 of the Owner’s Manual. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’s Manual.

  • Page 213: Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Satellite Navigation Radio with CD Player with MP3 Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If Capability (REC) - combines a Global-Positioning Equipped) System-based navigation system with an integrated color Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for detailed screen to provide maps, turn identification, selection operating instructions.

  • Page 214: Video Entertainment System (Sales Code Xrv) - If Equipped

    214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) — IF EQUIPPED The optional VES™ (Video Entertainment System) con- sists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid crystal display) screen, a battery-powered remote control, and two head- sets. The DVD player is mounted in the rear of the center console storage bin, and is concealed by a door that lifts up for access.
  • Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 The LCD screen is located on the headliner behind the front seats. Remote Control Location Lowering the DVD Screen...

  • Page 216: Satellite Radio - If Equipped

    216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- Number (ESN/SID) ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius™ Satel- ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio lite Radio.

  • Page 217: Selecting Satellite Mode In Raq Radios

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Selecting Satellite Mode in RAQ Radios Selecting a Channel Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for SIRIUS appears in the display. These radios will also the next channel.

  • Page 218: Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels

    218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels NOTE: Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button while In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, you performing a music type scan will change the channel by may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button one and stop the search.

  • Page 219: Reception Quality

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons. • The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception. •...

  • Page 220: Radio Operation

    220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/TAPE/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD, Etc.). track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a beginning of the previous track if it is within one second...

  • Page 221: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 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 222: Climate Controls

    222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Temperature Control The Infrared Dual-Zone Climate Control System auto- matically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and passenger. This is accomplished by a dual sun-sensor in the top of the instrument panel, and an infrared sensor located in the face of the control unit.
  • Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 LO AUTO position should be used for front seat occu- temperature out of the ducts will be full hot or full cold pants only. The HI AUTO position should be used when respectively. With the temperature setting in these posi- more air flow is desired, or when rear seat occupants are tions, the system does not attempt automatic comfort present.
  • Page 224 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: certain conditions in automatic the system is blowing • The surface of the climate control panel, and the top air out of the defrost vents. When these conditions are center of the instrument panel should be kept free of present and the Recirc button is pressed the indicator debris due to the climate control sensor’s location.
  • Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225...
  • Page 226 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Regardless of the type of operation, when a NOTE: The defrost mode is not automatically selected. temperature knob is set to the full clockwise or full It must be manually selected, when desired. counterclockwise position, the system will deliver full •...
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Air flows through the registers in the back of the Press this button to turn on the rear window center console, and under the front seats to the rear defroster and the heated side mirrors (if seat passengers.

  • Page 228: Summer Operation

    228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This button can be used to block out smoke, Summer Operation odors, dust, high humidity, or if rapid cooling The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles is desired. The recirculation mode should only must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant be used temporarily.

  • Page 229: Vacation Storage

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Vacation Storage Outside Air Intake Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air condi- windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
  • Page 231 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ..... 234 AutoStick ......239 ▫...
  • Page 232 232 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ... 252 ▫ Premium System ..... . 265 ▫...
  • Page 233 STARTING AND OPERATING 233 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ....278 Trailer Towing ......274 ▫...

  • Page 234: Starting Procedures

    234 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES 10 seconds, turn the key to the OFF position, wait 5 Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure. inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. WARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather.

  • Page 235: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F (-29°C)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 235 NOTE: To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank WARNING! the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not the vehicle.

  • Page 236: After Starting

    236 STARTING AND OPERATING After Starting vehicle, may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few warms up. hundred miles. CAUTION! Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds can cause excessive exhaust tempera- tures which can damage your vehicle.

  • Page 237: Gear Ranges

    STARTING AND OPERATING 237 Gear Ranges WARNING! NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. (Park) or N (Neutral) if the engine speed is higher This is especially important when the engine is cold.

  • Page 238: Rocking The Vehicle

    238 STARTING AND OPERATING N (Neutral) WARNING! No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle can roll Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure freely. Do not engage in N (Neutral) position while those in and near the vehicle.

  • Page 239: Autostick

    STARTING AND OPERATING 239 The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and NOTE: CAUTION! Traction Control (if equipped) should be turned OFF before attempting to rock the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between Brake Control System” in Section 3 of this manual. “First”...

  • Page 240: Autostick Operation

    240 STARTING AND OPERATING Autostick Operation NOTE: In the Autostick mode, the transmission will By placing the shift lever in the D (Drive) position the lever only shift up and down when Left or Right (D-/D+) is can be moved from side to side. This allows the driver to manually selected by the driver.

  • Page 241: Autostick General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 241 • The transmission will automatically downshift to first upshift, the engine control system will limit the engine speed to protect the engine. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle gear when coming to a stop. Information Center” in Section 4 of this manual. •...
  • Page 242 242 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The instrument cluster “Brake Warning Light” Before leaving the vehicle parked on a hill, you must indicates only that the parking brake is applied. It does make sure the parking brake is fully applied and place not indicate the degree of brake application.

  • Page 243: Anti-Lock Brake System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 243 Parking brake adjustment and maintenance NOTE: WARNING! should be performed by your authorized dealer. • Leaving children unattended in a vehicle is dan- ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM gerous for a number of reasons. A child or others The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to aid the could be injured.
  • Page 244 244 STARTING AND OPERATING The Anti-Lock Brake System conducts a low-speed self- WARNING! test at about 12 mph (20 km/h). If you have your foot • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot pre- lightly on the brake while this test is occurring you may feel slight pedal movement.
  • Page 245 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 • Do not “ride” the brakes by resting your foot on the CAUTION! pedal. This could overheat the brakes and result in unpredictable braking action, longer stopping dis- The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possible tances, or brake damage.

  • Page 246: Power Steering

    246 STARTING AND OPERATING • Do not drive too fast for road conditions, especially If for some reason, the power assist is interrupted, it will when roads are wet or slushy. A wedge of water can still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- build up between the tire tread and the road.

  • Page 247: Tire Safety Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 247 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Tire Markings Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. CAUTION! Prolong operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and should be avoided when possible.
  • Page 248 248 STARTING AND OPERATING • 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 249 STARTING AND OPERATING 249 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 250 250 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 251: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 251 Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however the date code may only be on one side.

  • Page 252: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    252 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard 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:...
  • Page 253 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 To determine the maximum loading conditions of your 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX and spare tires.
  • Page 254 254 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo calculate total load, cargo/luggage and towing capacities...
  • Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 255...

  • Page 256: Tires - General Information

    256 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h) if the “Tire Pressure can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and Monitoring Telltale Light” is illuminated. Vehicle increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the handling and braking may be reduced.

  • Page 257: Tire Pressure

    STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Tire Pressure 1. Safety— Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary WARNING! areas are affected by improper tire pressure: Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents.

  • Page 258: Tire Inflation Pressures

    258 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Economy— Tire Inflation Pressures Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal the face of the driver’s door, or the driver’s side “B” pillar. wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement.
  • Page 259 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 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 260: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    260 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation WARNING! The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high mum load is dangerous.

  • Page 261: Radial-Ply Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Radial-Ply Tires Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h). WARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires WARNING! on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly.

  • Page 262: Tread Wear Indicators

    262 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves and 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 263: Replacement Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 263 Replacement Tires WARNING! The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for All tires should be replaced after six years, regard- wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu- less of the remaining tread.

  • Page 264: Alignment And Balance

    264 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 read- tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change ings.

  • Page 265: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and dible chime will be activated when one or more avoid tire cupping and spotty wear.
  • Page 266 266 STARTING AND OPERATING The system consists of tire pressure monitoring sensors Telltale Light” will illuminate continuously (solid) and attached to each wheel through the valve stem mounting shall remain illuminated until the warning condition is hole, a central receiver module, Wheel Sensor Trigger removed/reset.
  • Page 267 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 CHECK TPM SYSTEM CAUTION! See your authorized dealer when this message appears in the EVIC. This message indicates that a system fault After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al- condition has been detected. ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the wheel rim sensor.

  • Page 268: General Information

    268 STARTING AND OPERATING General Information TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Do not rotate the tires as the wider rear tires will not fit RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the on the front of the vehicle.

  • Page 269: Reformulated Gasoline

    STARTING AND OPERATING 269 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 270: Mmt In Gasoline

    270 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline Materials Added to Fuel MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is All gasoline sold in the United States is required to blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num- contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional ber.

  • Page 271: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    STARTING AND OPERATING 271 • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition Carbon Monoxide Warnings malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or WARNING! some light smoke, your engine may be out-of-tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate service.

  • Page 272: Fuel Tank Filler Cap (Gas Cap)

    272 STARTING AND OPERATING • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte- nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. • Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex- haust gases from entering the vehicle.

  • Page 273: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message

    STARTING AND OPERATING 273 CAUTION! CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top system could result from using an improper fuel cap off” the fuel tank after filling. (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system.

  • Page 274: Trailer Towing

    274 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! • Remove the fuel cap (gas cap) slowly to prevent A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You injury.

  • Page 275: Common Towing Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Common Towing Definitions Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The following trailer towing related definitions will assist The gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is the total you in understanding the following information: permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination.
  • Page 276 276 STARTING AND OPERATING that typically provides adjustable friction associated with WARNING! the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition Weight-Carrying Hitch can result if either rating is exceeded.

  • Page 277: Trailer Hitch Classification

    STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Class Max. GTW (Gross Trailer trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Wt.) Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your dealer for package Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) content.

  • Page 278: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    278 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ GVWR (Gross Ve- GCWR (Gross Com- Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Max. Tongue Transmission hicle Wt.
  • Page 279 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on Consider the following items when computing the your bumper or trailer hitch. weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle.

  • Page 280: Towing Requirements

    280 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle driv- etrain components the following guidelines are recom- Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. mended: Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer CAUTION!
  • Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 • Safety chains must always be used between your 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the (This requirement may limit the ability to always frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough percentage of total trailer weight).
  • Page 282 282 STARTING AND OPERATING − When replacing tires, refer to “Tires–General Informa- − Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 tion” for proper tire replacement procedures. Replac- lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 ing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not lbs (907 kg).
  • Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles WARNING! wiring harness. Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.

  • Page 284: Towing Tips

    284 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 285: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 285 Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (If − Highway Driving Equipped) Reduce speed. − Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. − When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until −...
  • Page 287 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....288 Jump Starting Procedure ....289 If Your Engine Overheats .
  • Page 288 288 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS Your vehicle’s hazard warning flasher is an emergency warning system. When you activate it, all front and rear directional signals will flash intermittently. Use it when your vehicle is disabled on or near the road. It warns other drivers to steer clear of you and your vehicle.
  • Page 289 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 289 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS CAUTION! In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- Driving with a hot cooling system could damage tion. your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H”, pull over and stop the vehicle.
  • Page 290 290 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. When boost is provided by a battery in another 6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster vehicle, park that vehicle within booster cable reach but battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the without letting the vehicles touch.
  • Page 291 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 291 • Never attempt to jump start a discharged battery that WARNING! is frozen, because it could rupture or explode during jump starting. Jump starting can be dangerous. To avoid personal injury or damage to electrical components in vehicle, •...
  • Page 293 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... . 304 6.1L Engine ......296 ▫...
  • Page 294 294 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ....310 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ......324 ▫...
  • Page 295 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 295 ▫ Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 340 ▫ Engine ......342 ▫...

  • Page 296: 6.1L Engine

    296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6.1L ENGINE...

  • Page 297: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 297 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 298: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    298 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE cap until a clicking sound is heard. This is an indication is functioning and is not on when the engine is running, that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready reset button to turn the message off.

  • Page 299: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 299 4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you you may need to do nothing more than drive your will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD bulb check.

  • Page 300: Dealer Service

    300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE WARNING! Your dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in You can be badly injured working on or around a an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which motor vehicle.

  • Page 301: Engine Oil

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 301 could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance. NOTE: Fill engine oil one quart at a time. These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected. Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level.
  • Page 302 302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Stop and go driving. CAUTION! • Extensive engine idling. Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or • Driving in dusty conditions. loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km). •...
  • Page 303 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 303 NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in- tervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever comes first. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that are API rated as SM/CF and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-10725.

  • Page 304: Engine Oil Filter

    304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposing of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Drive Belts — Check Condition and Tensioner Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and Belt tension is controlled by means of an automatic oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters, tensioner.

  • Page 305: Spark Plugs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 305 Spark Plugs WARNING! Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor- mance and emission control. New plugs should be in- The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection stalled at the specified mileage. The entire set should be in the case of engine backfire.

  • Page 306: Catalytic Converter

    306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Catalytic Converter CAUTION! The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your catalyst as an emission control device. vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.

  • Page 307: Maintenance-Free Battery

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307 To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in materials that can burn.
  • Page 308 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To determine the battery charge, check the battery test WARNING! indicator (if equipped) on top of the battery. Refer to the illustration. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con- tain lead and lead compounds. Always wash hands after handling the battery.

  • Page 309: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.

  • Page 310: Power Steering Fluid Check

    310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling CAUTION! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar- bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro- Do not use Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) or tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- other types of power steering fluids when servicing ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning the power steering system of this vehicle.

  • Page 311: Body Lubrication

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 Body Lubrication WARNING! Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, doors, trunk and hood hinges, should be Fluid level should be checked on a level surface with lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts, and to protect against rust and wear.

  • Page 312: Windshield Wiper Blades

    312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades the “Washer Fluid Low” message will be displayed. Refer The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center” in Section 4 of should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth this manual.

  • Page 313: Exhaust System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 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 314: Cooling System

    314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any WARNING! accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
  • Page 315 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill CAUTION! At the intervals shown on the appropriate “Maintenance Schedule,” the system should be drained, flushed and Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT en- refilled. gine coolants, may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
  • Page 316 316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding 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 317 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open WARNING! containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician immediately.
  • Page 318 318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If frequent coolant additions are required, or if the Points To Remember level in the coolant recovery bottle does not drop when NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a the engine cools, the cooling system should be pres- few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor sure tested for leaks.

  • Page 319: Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 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 mileage, and increased emissions. present.
  • Page 320 320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 321: Brake Fluid Level Check

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 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 322: Fuel System Hoses

    322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the the brake fluid, all brake seal components could be brake fluid catching fire.

  • Page 323: Automatic Transmission

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 Care should be taken in installing quick connect fittings CAUTION! to insure they are properly installed and fully connected. See your authorized dealer for service. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration Automatic Transmission in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter Fluid Level Check...

  • Page 324: Front And Rear Wheel Bearings

    324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, or CAUTION! trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating condi- If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the tions.
  • Page 325 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 The following maintenance recommendations will enable Washing you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- resistance built into your vehicle. hicle in the shade using Mopar Car Wash or a mild What Causes Corrosion? car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of...
  • Page 326 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • 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 possible. Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil- such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will ity of the owner.
  • Page 327 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular mud or stone shields behind each wheel. cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery •...

  • Page 328: Fuse Panel

    328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces 2. Dry with a soft tissue. All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis Seat Belt Maintenance with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical household-type glass cleaner.
  • Page 329 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 Cavity Fuse/Color Description 20 Amp Yel- Rr Pwr Out (B+) 10 Amp Red Rr HVAC (R/O) 10 Amp Red OCM (B+) 20 Amp Yel- Door Locks (B+) 15 Amp Blue Steer Col Lock (B+) 20 Amp Yel- Pwr Outlet (B+) 10 Amp Red Ign Run Only Out (R/O)

  • Page 330: Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)

    330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) Cavity Fuse/Color Description 10 Amp Red SCM, Cluster OBD (B+) 15 Amp Blue Flipper Glass (B+) 10 Amp Red OCM (R/S) 10 Amp Red WCM, Cluster (R/S) 15 Amp Blue Autowipe (Accy Delay) 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper (B+) 10 Amp Red PDC, FCM, A580 (R/S)
  • Page 331 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 Cavity Fuse/Color Description Cavity Fuse/Color Description 40 Amp Green HVAC Blower 25 Amp Natu- IPM/Coils 30 Amp Pink Power Outlets Spare 30 Amp Pink Rr Wiper/Ign R/O 20 Amp Yellow TCM/AC Clutch 30 Amp Pink ABS Pump 20 Amp Yellow Ign Sw Spare 20 Amp Yellow PCM Batt (Gasoline Only)

  • Page 332: Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module)

    332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module) Cavity Fuse/Color Description Spare Spare Micro Relay TCM Rly (Gasoline Only) Micro Relay Starter Rly Micro Relay AC Clutch Rly Micro Relay Fuel Pump Rly Spare Spare Mini Relay HVAC Blower Rly Mini Relay ASD Rly Integrated Power Module...
  • Page 333 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 Cavity Fuse/Color Description Cavity Fuse/Color Description Micro Relay Wiper On/Off Rly 20 Amp Yellow Rear Fogs Micro Relay Wiper Hi/Lo Rly 20 Amp Yellow FCM Batt #1 Micro Relay Horn Rly 20 Amp Yellow Lt T-Tow Stop/Turn Spare 20 Amp Yellow FCM Batt #3 Micro Relay...

  • Page 334: Vehicle Storage

    334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. Interior Lights Bulb Type You may: Glove Box Light ......194 Grab Handle Light .

  • Page 335: Bulb Replacement

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 BULB REPLACEMENT Exterior Lights Bulb Type Backup Lights ......3157K Head Light Front Fog Lights .
  • Page 336 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Turn the low or high beam bulb 1/4 turn counter 4. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the clockwise to remove from housing. bulb. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life.

  • Page 337: Front Turn Signal

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 Front Turn Signal 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the headlamp cover. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. 3. Turn the turn signal bulb 1/4 turn counter clockwise to remove from housing.

  • Page 338: Front Fog Light

    338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.

  • Page 339: Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Back-Up Lights

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Back-Up Lights 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two Torx fasteners. 4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the light assembly.
  • Page 340 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) 2. Twist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL housing. 1. Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and reattach the CHMSL.
  • Page 341 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 20.6 Gallons 78 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, API Certified) 7 Qts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 6.1 Liter Engine (Mopar Engine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 Year/ 14.8 Qts 14 Liters 100,000 Mile Formula)
  • Page 342 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) Engine Oil (6.1L Engine) Use API Certified SM/CF synthetic engine oil. SAE 0W-40 is recommended, meeting the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-10725.
  • Page 343 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Transfer Case Castrol BOT89 M1 Plus Lubricant Usage of other fluid/lubricants is NOT recommended. Axle Differential (Front-Rear) Mopar Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (API-GL5) or equivalent.
  • Page 345 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Schedule “B” ......349 Emission Control System Maintenance ..346 ▫...

  • Page 346: Emission Control System Maintenance

    346 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold There are two maintenance schedules that show the type must be done at the times or mileages specified to required service for your vehicle. assure the continued proper functioning of the emission First is Schedule B .
  • Page 347 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 347 NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions CAUTION! listed for Schedule “B.” Failure to perform the required maintenance items NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you, change your may result in damage to the vehicle. engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first, and follow the maintenance rec- ommendations in “Maintenance Schedule B.”...
  • Page 348 348 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals •...

  • Page 349: Schedule "B

    SCHEDULE “B” 349 • Trailer towing Schedule “B” Follow this schedule if you usually operate your vehicle NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you, change your under one or more of the following conditions. engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, •...
  • Page 350 350 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if nec- essary.
  • Page 351 SCHEDULE “B” 351 Miles 18,000 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 (Kilometers) (30 000) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if nec- essary.
  • Page 352 352 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 33,000 36,000 39,000 42,000 45,000 (Kilometers) (55 000) (60 000) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if nec- essary.
  • Page 353 SCHEDULE “B” 353 Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000 (Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if nec- essary.
  • Page 354 354 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 75,000 (Kilometers) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) (125 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if nec- essary.
  • Page 355 SCHEDULE “B” 355 Miles 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if nec- essary.
  • Page 356 356 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if nec- essary.
  • Page 357 SCHEDULE “B” 357 Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, replace if necessary.

  • Page 358: Schedule "A

    358 SCHEDULE “A” Schedule “A” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) [Months] [12] [18] [24] [30] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary.
  • Page 359 SCHEDULE “A” 359 Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54, 000 (Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the brake linings.
  • Page 360 360 SCHEDULE “A” Miles 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 (Kilometers) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000) (130 000) [Months] [60] [66] [72] [78] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if nec- essary.
  • Page 361 SCHEDULE “A” 361 Miles 84,000 90,000 96,000 102, 000 (Kilometers) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000) [Months] [84] [90] [96] [102] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if nec- essary.
  • Page 362 362 SCHEDULE “A” Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [Months] [108] [114] [120] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, replace if necessary. Inspect the drive belt, replace if necessary.* Inspect the brake linings.
  • Page 363 SCHEDULE “A” 363 WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
  • Page 365 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only) ..369 Vehicle ......366 Mopar Parts .
  • Page 366 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 367 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 367 • 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 368 368 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na- Impaired (TDD/TTY) tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922. To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the The manufacturer will not stand behind any service manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract.
  • Page 369 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 369 campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and individual problems between you, your dealer, and the provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to manufacturer.
  • Page 370 370 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals. PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- these practical manuals make it easy for students and tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- technicians to find and fix problems on computer- cepted.
  • Page 371 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 371 Call Toll Free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) Visit us on the World Wide Web at: • www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com • www.daimlerchrysler.ca/manuals...
  • Page 373 INDEX...
  • Page 374 374 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ... . 177,243 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... . 131,243 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..316 Anti-Lock Warning Light .
  • Page 375 INDEX 375 Emergency Starting ..... 289 Capacities, Fluid ......341 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) .
  • Page 376 376 INDEX Checks, Safety ......71 Drain, Flush, and Refill ....315 Child Restraint .
  • Page 377 INDEX 377 Disposal Jump Starting ......289 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....317 Emission Control System Maintenance .
  • Page 378 378 INDEX Temperature Gauge ..... 180 Flipper Glass, Liftgate ..... 27 Engine Oil Viscosity .
  • Page 379 INDEX 379 Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....272 Tachometer ......178 Filter .
  • Page 380 380 INDEX Hitches Interior Lighting ......118 Trailer Towing ......277 Interior Lights .
  • Page 381 INDEX 381 Life of Tires ......262 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Liftgate ....... . 26 Indicator .
  • Page 382 382 INDEX Passing ......125 Automatic Door ......19 Reading .
  • Page 383 INDEX 383 Memory Seat ......112 Odometer ......181 Memory Seats and Radio .
  • Page 384 384 INDEX Paint Care ......324 Steering ......246,310 Paint Damage .
  • Page 385 INDEX 385 Rear Park Assist System ....138 Rotation, Tires ......268 Rear Seat, Folding .
  • Page 386 386 INDEX Maintenance ......71,328 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....13 Pretensioners .
  • Page 387 INDEX 387 Emergency (Jump Starting) ....289 Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ..180 Engine Fails to Start ....235 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint .
  • Page 388 388 INDEX Radial ......261 Minimum Requirements ....280 Replacement .
  • Page 389 INDEX 389 Vanity Mirrors ......81 Wind Buffeting ..... . . 31,159 Variance, Compass .
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