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  • Page 1 2009 OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Vehicles Sold In Canada

    VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution there- fore. DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION ............. 3 INTRODUCTION THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction ......4 How To Use This Manual ....4 Warnings And Cautions .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer-oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...

  • Page 8: Warnings And Cautions

    6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.

  • Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Ignition Key Removal ....13 Key-In-Ignition Reminder .
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Using The Express Down Windows Feature — If Equipped......26 Using The Panic Alarm .
  • Page 13 Rear Seat Belts ..... . . 49 Seat Belt Pretensioners ....49 Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert ) .

  • Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer.

  • Page 15: Ignition Key Removal

    Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transaxle Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward, rotate the key to the LOCK position, and remove the key. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Ignition Switch Positions 1 —...
  • Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tempo- rarily in the ignition switch lock cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described.

  • Page 17: Key-In-Ignition Reminder

    CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position.
  • Page 18 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A key, which has not been programmed, is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle. During normal operation, after turning the ignition switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check.

  • Page 19: Replacement Keys

    All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.

  • Page 20: General Information

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 15 seconds. After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the second key.

  • Page 21: Vehicle Security Alarm System - If Equipped

    VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm system monitors the doors and trunk for unauthorized entry and ignition switch for unauthorized operation. If something triggers the alarm, the system will signal for about 18 minutes. For the first three minutes, the horn will sound intermittently and the headlights, park lights, taillights and the indicator light in the cluster will flash.

  • Page 22: To Disarm The System

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: During the 16 second arming period, if a door is opened or the ignition switch is turned ON, the system will automatically disarm. Once armed, the Vehicle Security Alarm system dis- ables the unlock switch on the driver door trim panel and passenger door trim panel, the trunk release button on the instrument panel, and the HomeLink /...

  • Page 23: Illuminated Entry System - If Equipped

    Tamper Alert If the alarm was triggered, but the warning signals have timed out, the park and taillights flash three times (instead of the normal twice), and the horn will chirp three times, when unlocking the vehicle with a valid RKE transmitter to alert the driver.

  • Page 24: To Unlock The Doors

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Inserting the key into the ignition switch disables all buttons on the RKE transmitter. Vehicle Key To Unlock the Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to unlock all doors.
  • Page 25 For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following procedure: 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least four seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button.

  • Page 26: To Lock The Doors

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following procedure: 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least four seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button while still holding the UNLOCK button.

  • Page 27: To Unlatch The Trunk

    Sound Horn with Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be turned on or off. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: For vehicles equipped with EVIC, refer to “Sound Horn with Lock,”...

  • Page 28: Using The Express Down Windows Feature - If Equipped

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Using the Express Down Windows Feature — If Equipped This feature allows you to remotely lower both front door windows at the same time. To use this feature, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter and then immediately press and hold the UNLOCK button until the windows lower to the level desired or until they lower completely.

  • Page 29: General Information

    Separating RKE Transmitter Halves 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together.

  • Page 30: Remote Start System - If Equipped

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile or CB radios. REMOTE START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Remote start conveniently starts the engine from outside the vehicle by using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter while maintaining security.

  • Page 31: How To Use Remote Start

    How to Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: Shift lever in PARK Doors closed Hood closed Trunk closed Hazard switch off Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) Ignition key removed from ignition switch Battery at an acceptable charge level, and RKE PANIC button not pressed THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29...
  • Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving the Vehicle Allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle. To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle Before the end of the 15 minute cycle, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped).

  • Page 33: Door Locks

    DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle. If the plunger is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. Manual Lock Plunger THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING!

  • Page 34: Power Door Locks

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Power Door Locks A door lock switch is located on the driver and passenger door panel.
  • Page 35 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: 1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en- abled. 2. The transmission shift lever was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). 3.

  • Page 36: Child Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)

    34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws. Child Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors) The Child Protection Door Locks (Rear Doors) are located inside the rear edge of the door. Insert the tip of the ignition key or similar flat-bladed object into the lock and rotate approximately one–quarter turn to the LOCK or UNLOCK position (as indicated by the stamped icons).

  • Page 37: Power Windows

    NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (UNLOCKED position), roll down the window, and open the door with the outside door handle. POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switches The control on the driver’s door has up/down switches that give you fingertip control of all four power win- dows.

  • Page 38: Auto Window Down - If Equipped

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the win- dows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 39: Auto Window Up - If Equipped

    Auto Window Up — If Equipped Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and the window will go up automatically. To cancel the Auto Up movement, operate the switch either in the up or down direction and release the switch. To close the window part way, lift the window switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop.

  • Page 40: Window Lockout Switch

    38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors. To disable the window controls on the other doors, press the window LOCK button.

  • Page 41: Trunk Release

    TRUNK RELEASE From inside the car the trunk lid can be released by depressing the TRUNK RELEASE button located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. NOTE: The shift lever must be in PARK for this switch to operate.

  • Page 42: Trunk Internal Emergency Release

    40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Internal Emergency Release As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism.

  • Page 43: Occupant Restraints

    OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. The following safety features are standard on all vehicles: Three point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions Pretensioning and load-limiting retractors for the front seat belts Advanced multistage driver and new active-vent front passenger airbags...
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you will be carrying children too small for adult-size seat belts, your seat belts or the LATCH feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. Refer to “Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)” in this section.

  • Page 45: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions.
  • Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING! A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger- ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries.
  • Page 49 WARNING! A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug.

  • Page 50: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

    48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180°...

  • Page 51: Rear Seat Belts

    Rear Seat Belts The shoulder belt anchorages of the rear three point belts are nonadjustable for outboard and center rear passen- gers on sedans. The center belt is mounted to the rear shelf panel and exits through a bezel in the panel. Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to...

  • Page 52: Beltalert Programming

    50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE BeltAlert will be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). BeltAlert Programming BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps: NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON...

  • Page 53: Automatic Locking Mode

    Automatic Locking Mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked. However, the belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The Automatic Locking Mode is available on all passenger seating positions. Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger seating position.

  • Page 54: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbag

    52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- tender, and stow it. WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision.

  • Page 55: Airbag System Components

    NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment. The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size. This vehicle may also be equipped with side airbags to protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window.

  • Page 56: Front Seat Airbag Features

    54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Front Seat Airbag Features The front airbag system has dual-stage driver and front passenger airbags. This system provides output appro- priate to the level of crash severity as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) and the impact sensors at the front of the car.
  • Page 57 Supplemental Front Seat-Mounted Thorax Side Airbags Front seat-mounted side (Thorax) airbags provide en- hanced protection and work together with supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to help protect an occupant during a side impact. The seat-mounted side airbag is marked with an airbag label sewn into the outboard side of the seat.
  • Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) — If Equipped Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) Airbags offer side-impact protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure.
  • Page 59 WARNING! Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to open them manually. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflat- ing.
  • Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to severe frontal collisions. If your vehicle is equipped, the side airbag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side collisions.
  • Page 61 You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2. All occupants should wear their lap and shoulder belts properly. 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to inflate.

  • Page 62: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) The Occupant Restraint Controller System (ORC) is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle. The ORC determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate.
  • Page 63 It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- ment cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is noted. The diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction. WARNING! Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision.
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front driver and passenger seat contain inflatable side airbags to protect the occupant from impact injuries. Correctly functioning front passenger seat components are critical for the Occupant Restraint Controller System (ORC) to properly classify the front passenger and calcu- late the proper airbag deployment.
  • Page 65 Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact that causes airbag deployment, with the vehicle stopped, and the vehicle communication network intact, and the power intact, the Enhanced Accident Response System performs the following func- tions: Cuts off fuel to the engine Flashes hazard lights Turns on the interior lights which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is...
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As the airbags deflate, you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat.
  • Page 67 Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel.

  • Page 68: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. While the airbag system is designed to be mainte- nance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system immediately.
  • Page 69 2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be recorded (e.g., loss of battery power). In conjunction with other data gathered during a com- plete accident investigation, the electronic data may be used by Chrysler LLC and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle performance.

  • Page 70: Child Restraints

    68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Data parameters that may be recorded: Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status for electronically-controlled safety systems, including the airbag system Airbag disable light status (if equipped) Time of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition cycles and vehicle mileage) Airbag deployment level (if applicable) Impact acceleration and angle...
  • Page 71 WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the...
  • Page 73 WARNING! (Continued) A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat. A rearward facing child re- straint in the front seat may be struck by a deploy- ing passenger airbag which may cause severe or fatal injury to the infant. Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraints: Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder...
  • Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out. If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the latch plate around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again.
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 belt at the center position. If your child restraints are not LATCH-compatible, you can only install the child re- straints using the vehicle’s seat belts. Please refer to “Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint Sys- tem”...
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor- ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap/shoulder belt.
  • Page 77 In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window. These tether strap anchorages are under a plastic cover with this symbol on it. Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap.
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child.
  • Page 79 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times to shorten it.

  • Page 81: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.

  • Page 82: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas WARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), follow these safety tips: Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or...

  • Page 83: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    Airbag Warning Light The Airbag Warning Light should come on and remain on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
  • Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......87 Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped ..87 Automatic Dimming Mirror —...
  • Page 86 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training ..... . . 124 Seats ....... 124 Manual Front Seat Adjustments .
  • Page 87 Windshield Wipers And Washers ... 140 Intermittent Wiper System ....141 Mist Feature ......142 Headlights With Wipers Feature (Available With Auto Headlights Only) .
  • Page 88 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting ..... . 155 Sunroof Maintenance ....155 Ignition Off Operation .

  • Page 89: Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).

  • Page 90: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror will automatically adjust for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. Push in the button on the face of the mirror to activate the dimming feature. 1 —...

  • Page 91: Power Mirrors

    Power Mirrors Both of the outside mirrors can be adjusted by using the controls mounted on the driver’s door panel. A rotary knob selects the left mirror, right mirror, or off position. Power Mirror Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move.

  • Page 92: Adjusting Side View Mirrors

    90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting Side View Mirrors Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. Outside Mirror —...

  • Page 93: Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect ) - If Equipped

    NOTE: For UConnect customer support, visit the following websites: www.chrysler.com/uconnect www.dodge.com/uconnect www.jeep.com/uconnect or call 1–877–855–8400 UConnect allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s microphone for private conversation.
  • Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The UConnect system is driven through your Bluetooth “Hands-Free Profile” UConnect features Bluetooth technology - the global standard that enables different electronic devices to con- nect to each other without wires or a docking station, so UConnect works no matter where you stow your cellu- lar phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the...

  • Page 95: Operation

    The UConnect system is fully integrated with the vehi- cle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect system can be adjusted either from the radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right switch), if so equipped. The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the UConnect system such as CELL or caller ID on certain radios.
  • Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to know your options at any prompt, say Help following the beep. The UConnect system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help.
  • Page 97 For identification purposes, you will be prompted to give the UConnect system a name for your cellular phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name. You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority.
  • Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say John Doe, where John Doe is a previ- ously stored name entry in the UConnect phonebook or downloaded phonebook.
  • Page 99 The UConnect system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. In addition, if equipped and supported by your phone, UConnect downloads your mobile phone’s phonebook.
  • Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or deleted on the UConnect . These can only be edited on the mobile phone. The changes are transferred and updated to UConnect on the next phone connection. Phonebook Download —...
  • Page 101 Press the PHONE button to begin. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Phonebook Edit. You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit. Next, choose the number designation (home, work, mobile, or pager) that you wish to edit.
  • Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After you enter the name, the UConnect system will ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, work, mobile, pager, or all. Say the designation you wish to delete. Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted.

  • Page 103: Phone Call Features

    NOTE: The user can also exercise Edit or Delete operations at this point. The UConnect system will then prompt you as to the number designation you wish to call. The selected number will be dialed. Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnect system if the feature(s) are available on your cellular service plan.
  • Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The UConnect system compatible phones in the market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can only answer an incoming call or ignore it. Making a Second Call While Current Call is in Progress To make a second call while you are currently on a call,...
  • Page 105 call has established, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a double beep, indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call. Call Termination To end a call in progress, momentarily press the PHONE button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call.

  • Page 106: Uconnect System Features

    104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UConnect System Features Language Selection To change the language that the UConnect system is using: Press the PHONE button to begin. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to English, Espanol, or Francais.
  • Page 107 NOTE: The emergency number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area. If supported, this number may be programmable on some systems.
  • Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The towing assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14- 3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico).
  • Page 109 or sequence of numbers, followed by Send, is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu structure, and to leave a number on a pager. You can also send stored UConnect phonebook entries as tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager entries.
  • Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Setup Confirmations. The UConnect system will play the current confirmation prompt status and you will be given the choice to change it. Phone and Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and/or on a premium display such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by your cellular phone, the UConnect system will provide...

  • Page 111: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    In order to un-mute the UConnect system: Press the VOICE RECOGNITION button. Following the beep, say Mute off. Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect system allows ongoing calls to be trans- ferred from your cellular phone to the UConnect system without terminating the call.

  • Page 112: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect System

    110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Select Another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone paired with the UConnect system. Press the PHONE button to begin. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Setup Select Phone and follow the prompts.
  • Page 113 Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnect system Voice Training feature may be used. To enter this training mode, follow one of the two following proce- dures: From outside the UConnect mode (e.g., from radio mode): Press and hold the VOICE RECOGNITION button for...
  • Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Performance is maximized under: low-to-medium blower setting, low-to-medium vehicle speed, low road noise, smooth road surface, fully closed windows, dry weather condition. Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- cents, the system may not always work for some.
  • Page 115 Far End Audio Performance Audio quality is maximized under: low-to-medium blower setting, low-to-medium vehicle speed, low road noise, smooth road surface, fully closed windows, dry weather conditions, and operation from the driver’s seat. Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the UConnect system.
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  • Page 119 Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) zero three four five seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol...
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone...

  • Page 121: General Information

    General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When you press the VR hard-key, you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of options.

  • Page 123: Commands

    Commands The Voice Recognition system understands two types of commands. Universal commands are available at all times. Local commands are available if the supported radio mode is active. Changing the Volume 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the VR hard-key. 2.
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Radio FM To switch to the FM band say “FM” or “Radio FM”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: “Frequency” (to change the frequency) “Next Station” (to select the next station) “Previous Station”...
  • Page 125 Memo To switch to the voice recorder mode say “Memo”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the recording you may press the VR hard-key to stop recording. You proceed by saying one of the following commands: −...

  • Page 126: Voice Training

    124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnect system Voice Training feature may be used. 1. Press the VR hard-key, say “System Setup” and once you are in that menu then say “Voice Training.”...
  • Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 After releasing the adjusting bar, apply forward and rearward body pressure to be sure the seat is latched. Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster — If Equipped A lever style height adjustment feature enhances comfort for petite as well as tall drivers.
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reclining Bucket Seats The recliner control is on the side of the seat. To recline, lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then lean back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position.

  • Page 129: Power Seats - If Equipped

    Lumbar Support — If Equipped This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support. The control lever is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seatback. Turn the control lever downward to increase and upward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support.

  • Page 130: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Heated Seats — If Equipped This feature heats the front driver and passenger seats. The controls for the heated seats are located in the center console below the climate controls.

  • Page 131: Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat

    WARNING! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.

  • Page 132: Adjustable Head Restraints

    130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The hard seatback features a work surface and a molded rim for retaining items stored on the seat back panel. Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear.

  • Page 133: Folding Rear Seat

    Folding Rear Seat To provide additional storage area, the rear seatback can be folded forward. Pull on the loops shown in the picture to fold down either or both seatbacks. When returning the rear seat back to the upright position, be sure the seat back is latched.

  • Page 134: Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest

    132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest The rear seat is equipped with a folding armrest with cup holders. Folding Rear Seat Armrest TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1.
  • Page 135 2. Lift the secondary latch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. Hood Safety Catch Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole on the left underside of the hood.

  • Page 136: Lights

    134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving. LIGHTS Map/Reading/Interior Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors above...

  • Page 137: Headlights, Parking Lights And Instrument Panel Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.

  • Page 138: Automatic Headlight System

    136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, rotate the center portion of the multifunction lever up or down. Dimmer Control Automatic Headlight System — If Equipped Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight system.

  • Page 139: Flash-To-Pass

    Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released. NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to- pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams will shut off.

  • Page 140: Turn Signals

    138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Fog Light Control NOTE: The front fog lights will only operate with the headlights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the front fog lights. Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.

  • Page 141: High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulb is defective.

  • Page 142: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switch on the control lever. The lever is located on the right side of the steering column. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent past the intermittent settings for low speed wiper operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent settings for high speed wiper operation.

  • Page 143: Intermittent Wiper System

    CAUTION! (Continued) Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position. If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position, damage to the wiper motor may occur. Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi- tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause...

  • Page 144: Mist Feature

    142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature Push down on the wiper control lever to activate a single wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the wipers will continue to operate.

  • Page 145: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate in low speed for two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the off position, the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles and then turn off.

  • Page 146: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle outward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired.

  • Page 147: To Activate

    To Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button located on the end of the Electronic Speed Control lever. The CRUISE indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, push and release the ON/OFF button a second time. The CRUISE indicator will turn off.

  • Page 148: To Resume Speed

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed If you deactivated the Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set speed from memory and your vehicle speed is above 20 mph (32 km/h) you can resume the previous set speed. To do so, push the lever up and release RESUME ACCEL, and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.

  • Page 149: To Accelerate For Passing

    To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal.

  • Page 150: Programming Homelink

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the universal transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this trans- ceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse”...
  • Page 151 Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while keeping the indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink button and the handheld transmitter button until the HomeLink indicator changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light, then release both the HomeLink and handheld transmitter buttons.
  • Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor. It is NOT the button normally used to open and close the door. Training The Garage Door Opener 1 —...

  • Page 153: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming

    Using HomeLink To operate, simply press and release the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc. The handheld transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.

  • Page 154: Security

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained. If you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in at this time. Then proceed with Step 4 under “Programming HomeLink ,”...

  • Page 155: General Information

    General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 156: Sunroof Operation

    154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 157: Auto Sunroof Express With Anti-Pinch Protection - If Equipped

    Venting Sunroof - Express Press and release the V button, and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is called Express Vent. Closing Sunroof - Express Press the switch forward and release, and the sunroof will close automatically from any position. The sunroof will close fully, then stop automatically.

  • Page 158: Ignition Off Operation

    156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Off Operation For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
  • Page 159 Instrument Panel Power Outlet NOTE: If desired, the instrument panel power outlet can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch while in the LOCK position. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 The center console power outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times).
  • Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: Do not use a three-prong adapter. Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. Do not touch with wet hands. Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle.

  • Page 161: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped

    CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF EQUIPPED An optional ash receiver is available from your autho- rized dealer and will fit in the center console front cupholder. Ash Receiver UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 CAUTION! For vehicles equipped with the heated and cooled cupholder, locate the cup holder ash receiver in the forward cupholder.

  • Page 162: Cupholders

    160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Heated or Cooled Cupholder — If Equipped With this feature the rear cavity of the cupholder can keep cool beverages cool, and hot beverages hot. The rear cup holder heats to 140°F (60°C) or cools to 35°F (1.6°C). The switch is located on the front of the center console and has three positions: Heat, Off or Cool.

  • Page 163: Rear Bottle Holders

    Rear Bottle Holders There are built-in bottle holders located in both rear door trim panels. Rear Bottle Holder UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 WARNING! If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn- ing the occupants.

  • Page 164: Storage

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Driver’s Side Sunglass Holder — If Equipped An integrated sunglass holder is located in the headliner above the sun visor. To access the sunglass holder, lower the sun visor. Small items such as toll tickets can be stored between the two straps, while sunglasses or other items can be stored above the two straps.
  • Page 165 When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback in not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.

  • Page 166: Console Features

    164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback. This could impair visibility or become a dan- gerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision. CONSOLE FEATURES The center console armrest slides forward from design position to provide added user comfort.
  • Page 167 Storage Console Detail 1 — Release Top Compartment 2 — Release Bottom Compartment 3 — Top Compartment 4 — Bottom Compartment UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 The left latch opens to the top storage area. The lower bin can be accessed directly, without first exposing the upper bin, by operating the right latch with the armrest down.

  • Page 168: Video Console - If Equipped

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Video Console — If Equipped The optional VES™ (Video Entertainment System) in- cludes the following components: The screen for a rear seat DVD player is stored under the armrest. Remote Control Audio/Video RCA Jacks Video Console Refer to, “Video Entertainment System —...

  • Page 169: Rear Window Features

    REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped The electric rear window defroster switch is lo- cated on the climate control. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated side mirrors (if equipped). An LED in the button will illumi- nate when the rear window defroster is on.

  • Page 170: Beverage Cooler Storage Bin - If Equipped

    168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BEVERAGE COOLER STORAGE BIN — IF EQUIPPED The beverage cooler storage bin is located in the top of the instrument panel on the passenger side. A recessed latch at the front releases the bin door and swings up for easy access.
  • Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: The use of the beverage cooler storage bin is for non-perishable beverages only. The glove compartment is located beneath the beverage bin. The glove compartment door swings downward for easy access. Glove Compartment Access...

  • Page 173: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....174 Instrument Cluster – Base ....175 Instrument Cluster –...
  • Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL List Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play)..... 211 Info Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) ......211 AM/FM/CD/DVD Multimedia System Radio (RER/REN) –...
  • Page 175 Satellite Radio — If Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only)..238 System Activation ....238 Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) ..239 Selecting Satellite Mode .

  • Page 176: Instrument Panel Features

    174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 - Air Outlet 2 - Side Window Demister Outlet 3 - Instrument Cluster 4 - Radio 5 - Upper Glove Compartment/Beverage Cooler – If Equipped 6 - Lower Glove Compartment 7 - Heated Seat Switch — If Equipped 8 - Hazard Switch 9 - Power Supply 10 - Climate Controls...

  • Page 177: Instrument Cluster - Base

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – BASE...

  • Page 178: Instrument Cluster - Premium

    176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – PREMIUM...

  • Page 179: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. 2. Fuel Door Reminder This is a reminder that the Fuel Filler Door is located on the left side of the vehicle.
  • Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Low Fuel Light When the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0 gal- lons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and a single chime will sound. NOTE: This light will remain on until a minimum of approximately 3.0 gallons of fuel is added.
  • Page 181 9. Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this light will come on for about six seconds. A chime will sound if you have not pulled the shoulder belt out of the retractor. This is a reminder to “buckle up”. If you do not buckle up, the light will remain on.
  • Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: You must apply the brakes before shifting from PARK. 14. Odometer/Trip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven. U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven.
  • Page 183 GASCAP If the vehicle diagnostic system detects a leak or change in the evaporative system, or the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the words “GASCAP” will display in the odometer. If this occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer reset button to turn off the “GASCAP”...
  • Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in this section of the manual. 15. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped This indicator shows that the Speed Control System is ON.
  • Page 185 17. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. If the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, however see your dealer for service as soon as possible.
  • Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light / Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning Light The malfunction lamp for the Electronic Stabil- ity Program (ESP) is combined with Brake Assist System (BAS). The yellow “ESP/BAS Warning Lamp” comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
  • Page 187 maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
  • Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that monitors emissions, engine, and automatic trans- axle control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON position before engine start.
  • Page 189 should come on. If the light does not come on, have the system inspected by an authorized dealer. 25. High Beam Indicator This light indicates that the headlights are on high beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer- ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam.
  • Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.

  • Page 191: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped

    ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 The EVIC consists of the following: System status Vehicle information warning message displays Personal settings (customer programmable features)

  • Page 192: Evic Displays

    190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons on the instrument panel switch bank: Press and release the MENU button to advance the display to Trip Functions or Personal set- tings or to return to the default System status display.

  • Page 193: Oil Change Required

    Left Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) Right Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Battery Low (with a single chime) Personal Settings Not Available –...

  • Page 194: Trip Functions

    192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not start the engine). 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset.

  • Page 195: Compass Display

    NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle, regardless of the DTE display value. When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change to a text display of LOW FUEL.
  • Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to calibrate the compass manually. When the ve- hicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will flash the “CAL” indicator until the compass is calibrated.
  • Page 197 NOTE: Magnetic and battery powered devices, (such as cell phones, iPod’s, radar detectors, PDA’s and laptops) should be kept away from the top of the instrument panel. This is where the compass module is located and such devices may interfere and cause false compass readings.

  • Page 198: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)

    196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Personal settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the automatic transaxle is in PARK. Press and release the MENU button until “Personal Settings” displays in the EVIC. Press and release the STEP button to display the follow- ing programmable features: Language When in this display you may select different languages...
  • Page 199 Sound Horn with Lock When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the flash lights ON, LOCK/UNLOCK feature. To make your selection, press and release the RESET button until ON or OFF appears.

  • Page 200: Sales Code Req - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)

    198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Key-Off Power Delay When this feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature.

  • Page 201: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

    Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Press the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio.
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone Button (UConnect Hands-Free Phone) — If Equipped Press this button to operate the Hands-Free Phone (UConnect ) feature (if equipped). Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )” in Section 3. If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With UConnect”...
  • Page 203 RW/FF Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows. This feature operates in AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies. TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency.
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se- lected.
  • Page 205 16-Digit Character Program Type Sports Talk Top 40 Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music Type name. The Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode.
  • Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio Stream – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch to different audio languages (if supported on the disc) (if equipped). Angle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will change the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (if equipped).
  • Page 207 Enter the four-digit country code using the TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select the number and then push to select. Audio Language — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio language (effective only if the language is supported by the disc).
  • Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The user will have to set these defaults before loading a disc. If changes are made to these settings after a disc is loaded, changes will not be effective. Also, the defaults are effective only if the disc supports the customer-preferred settings.

  • Page 209: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)

    Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO) The radio DVD player and many DVD discs are coded by geographic region. These region codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the region code for the DVD disc does not match the region code for the radio DVD player, it will not play the disc.
  • Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s) Press the EJECT button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number (1-6) where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc.

  • Page 211: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files

    Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files The radio can play MP3/WMA files; however, acceptable MP3/WMA file recording media and formats are limited. When writing MP3/WMA files, pay attention to the following restrictions. Supported Media (Disc Types) The MP3/WMA file recording media supported by the radio are CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3,WMA, DVD Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, and CDDA+MP3.
  • Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If a disc contains multi-formats, such as CD audio and MP3/WMA tracks, the radio will only play the MP3/ WMA tracks on that disc. Supported MP3/WMA File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3/WMA extension as MP3/WMA files.

  • Page 213: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)

    Playback of MP3/WMA Files When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3/WMA files. Loading times for playback of MP3/WMA files may be affected by the following: Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than...
  • Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds to return to elapsed time display. Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3/WMA player, cassette player, or microphone and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
  • Page 215 Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition System (VR) (If Equipped) For the radio, refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” in Section 3. For UConnect “Voice Recognition System (VR),” refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )” in Section 3. Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (UConnect ) (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )”...

  • Page 216: Am/Fm/Cd/Dvd Multimedia System Radio (Rer/Ren) - If Equipped

    214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM/CD/DVD MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM RADIO (RER/REN) – IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit’s faceplate. The REN and RER Multimedia systems contain a radio, CD/DVD player, USB port, and a 30-gigabyte hard drive (HDD).
  • Page 217 3. Touch the screen where “User Clock” is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the word “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is dis- played. To move the hour backward, touch the screen where the word “Hour”...
  • Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Show Time if Radio is Off When selected, this feature will display the time of day on the touch screen when the multimedia system is turned off. Proceed as follows to change the current setting: 1.

  • Page 219: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)

    SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. RES Radio UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
  • Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection.
  • Page 221 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones.

  • Page 222: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM.
  • Page 223 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the disc number, the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds.

  • Page 224: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display. RW/FF Press the RW button to stop the CD at the beginning of the current CD track/title.
  • Page 225 Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor- mally.
  • Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file.

  • Page 227: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files. Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following: Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than...

  • Page 228: Sales Code Res/Rsc - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Sirius Radio

    226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. RES/RSC Radio Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
  • Page 229 SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection.
  • Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob. 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to set the minutes.
  • Page 231 Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second time and MID will display.
  • Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following format types: Program Type No program type or un- defined Adult Hits Classical Classic Rock College Country Foreign Language Information Jazz News Nostalgia Oldies 16-Digit Character Display Rhythm and Blues None...
  • Page 233 By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music Type name. The Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode. If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station.

  • Page 234: Disc/Aux Button

    232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM...
  • Page 235 CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs only. The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism. Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism. RES is a single CD player. Do not attempt to insert a second CD if one is already loaded.

  • Page 236: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Press the RW button to stop the CD at the beginning of the current CD track/title. Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed.
  • Page 237 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Maximum number of folder levels: 8 Maximum number of files: 255 Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file names and folder names is limited. For large numbers of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead.
  • Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR bit rates.

  • Page 239: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)

    To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option before writing to the disc. LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc.

  • Page 240: Satellite Radio - If Equipped (Ren/Req/Rer/Res/Reu Radios Only)

    238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume down.

  • Page 241: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Esn/Sid)

    number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at www.siriuscanada.ca for Cana- dian residents. Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) Please have the following information available when calling: 1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID). 2. Your Vehicle Identification Number. To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: ESN/SID Access With REQ/RES Radios With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi-...

  • Page 242: Selecting Satellite Mode

    240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting Satellite Mode Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode. Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location or strap items to the trunk lid around the trunk lid antenna (if equipped).

  • Page 243: Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode

    Operating Instructions — Satellite Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down.
  • Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TUNE Control (Rotary) Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel. MUSIC TYPE Button — Except REU Radio Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds.

  • Page 245: Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped)

    SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel and press and release that button.

  • Page 246: Video Entertainment System (Ves)™ - If Equipped

    244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED The optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™ in- cludes the following components for rear seat entertain- ment: A diagonal 7 in (17.8 cm) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen integrated into the center console armrest. The screen features brightness control for optimum day- time and nighttime viewing.
  • Page 247 The LCD screen swings up from the rear of the armrest to allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display. VES™ Video Screen NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD screen has been raised to its viewing position. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 The touch screen radio and DVD player controls allow front seat operation for easy setup in the case of younger rear seat passengers.

  • Page 248: Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped

    246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Two wireless infrared headsets allow rear seat passen- gers to listen to the same or individual audio sources. Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks) on the rear of the center console enable the monitor to display video directly from a video camera, connect video games for display on the screen, or play music directly from an MP3...

  • Page 249: Operation With Res / Req Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player

    Operation with RES / REQ AM/FM Stereo Radio with CD Player Right-Hand Switch Functions Press the top of the switch to increase the volume. Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume. Press the button in the center of the switch to select AM, FM, Satellite (SAT) - if equipped, or CD (DISC) mode.

  • Page 250: Operation With Rer Multi-Media System

    248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation with RER Multi-Media System Right-Hand Switch Functions Press the top of the switch to increase the volume. Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume. Press the button in the center of the switch to select AM, FM, Satellite (SAT), Hard Drive (HD), or CD (DISC) mode.

  • Page 251: Cd/Dvd Maintenance

    CD/DVD MAINTENANCE To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. 3.

  • Page 252: Climate Controls

    250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. Manual Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of outer rotary dials and inner push knobs.
  • Page 253 Temperature Control Rotate this control to regulate the tem- perature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the dial left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while the rotating right into the red area indicates warmer temperatures.
  • Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: For all settings except full cold or full hot, there is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions.
  • Page 255 will cause the LED in the control button to illuminate. After ten minutes, the system will return to normal mode function and the LED will turn off. NOTE: Continuous use of the recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.

  • Page 256: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped

    254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ECONOMY MODE If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then, move the temperature control to the desired temperature. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped Automatic Temperature Control Automatic Operation...
  • Page 257 NOTE: The AUTO position performs best for front seat occupants only. 2. Dial in the temperature you would like the system to maintain by rotating the Temperature Control knob. Once the comfort level is selected, the sys- tem will maintain that level automati- cally using the heating system.
  • Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control For full automatic operation or for automatic blower operation turn the knob to AUTO position. In manual mode there are six blower speeds that can be individual selected. In off posi- tion the blower will shut off. Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic,...
  • Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257...
  • Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. Panel Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel.
  • Page 261 Air Conditioner Control Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation only. When the air conditioning is turned on, cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets selected with the Mode control dial. Press this but- ton a second time to turn OFF the air conditioning.

  • Page 262: Operating Tips

    260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you can temporarily put the system into Recirculation Mode by pressing the Recirculation Button. However, under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, the system is blowing air out the defrost vents. When these conditions are present, and the Recirculation Button is pressed, the indicator will flash and then turn off.
  • Page 263 Window Fogging Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win- dow fogging becomes a problem, increase blower speed. Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but rainy or humid weather.
  • Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...

  • Page 265: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....267 Normal Starting ..... 267 Tip Start Feature .
  • Page 266 264 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction ......278 Driving Through Water ....279 Flowing/Rising Water .
  • Page 267 Life Of Tire ......310 Replacement Tires ....311 Tire Chains .
  • Page 268 266 STARTING AND OPERATING Cruising Range ..... . 331 Replacement Parts ....331 Maintenance .

  • Page 269: Starting Procedures

    STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. Make sure all occupants have securely fastened their seat belts. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons.

  • Page 270: Tip Start Feature

    268 STARTING AND OPERATING Tip Start Feature Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition key briefly to START position, and release it. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running. If the engine fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically in 10 seconds.

  • Page 271: After Starting

    If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. Then, turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages.

  • Page 272: Automatic Transaxle

    270 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CAUTION! Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed: Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed.

  • Page 273: Brake/Transaxle Interlock System

    WARNING! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something.

  • Page 274: Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System

    272 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the transaxle will not shift out of park. Battery power is required to release the brake/transaxle interlock system. However, there is an override system that allows you to shift out of PARK in case of loss of power.

  • Page 275: 4-Speed/6-Speed Automatic Transaxle - If Equipped

    4–Speed/6–Speed Automatic Transaxle — If Equipped The electronically controlled transaxle provides a precise shift schedule. The transaxle electronics are self- calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles.
  • Page 276 274 STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE Use this range for moving the vehicle rearward. Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. NEUTRAL Engine may be started in this range. WARNING! Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill.
  • Page 277 Under these conditions, using the 3 range will improve performance and extend transaxle life by reducing exces- sive shifting and heat build-up. DRIVE 3— 4 Speed Transaxle This range eliminates shifts into 4th gear. The transaxle will operate normally in First and Second. Shifts into Third may be delayed to provide second gear operation at higher speeds.

  • Page 278: Autostick - If Equipped

    276 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event that the problem has been momentary, the transaxle can be reset to regain all forward gears. 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Shift into PARK. 3. Turn the ignition OFF, and then restart the engine. 4.

  • Page 279: General Information

    NOTE: In Autostick mode, the transaxle will only shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever to the Right (+) or Left (-). AutoStick is deactivated when the shift lever is shifted from the AutoStick (+/-) position into the DRIVE position.

  • Page 280: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    278 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati- cally to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the front (driving) wheels.

  • Page 281: Driving Through Water

    DRIVING THROUGH WATER Driving through water more than a few inches/ centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! Do not drive on or cross a road or a path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
  • Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) Driving through standing water may cause dam- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission/transaxle, axle, etc.) for signs of con- tamination (i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through standing water.

  • Page 283: Power Steering

    POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost. If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle.

  • Page 284: Power Steering Fluid Check

    282 STARTING AND OPERATING Power Steering Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated.
  • Page 285 When parking on a hill, it is important to apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.

  • Page 286: Brake System

    284 STARTING AND OPERATING If the parking brake is applied while the vehicle is moving, a chime will sound to alert the driver. The chime will sound up to 10 times or until the vehicle has returned to a stop. The Brake System Warning Light in the instrument cluster will turn on when the parking brake is applied and the ignition switch is on.
  • Page 287 WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full braking capacity in an emergency.

  • Page 288: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    286 STARTING AND OPERATING ANTI—LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock-up. WARNING! Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident.
  • Page 289 The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required.
  • Page 290 288 STARTING AND OPERATING You also may experience the following when the brake system goes into Anti-lock: The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a short time after the stop), the clicking sound of solenoid valves, brake pedal pulsations, and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop.

  • Page 291: Electronic Brake Control System

    ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle may be equipped with an optional ad- vanced electronic brake control system that includes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake Assist System (BAS), and Electronic Stability Program (ESP). All systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESP.

  • Page 292: Brake Assist System (Bas)

    290 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake Assist System (BAS) The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes.

  • Page 293: Electronic Stability Program (Esp)

    Electronic Stability Program (ESP) This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP cor- rects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter- acting the over/under steer condition. Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
  • Page 294 292 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of an ESP-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.
  • Page 295 WARNING! In the Partial ESP mode, the engine torque reduction and stability features are desensitized. Therefore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavail- able. NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”...

  • Page 296: Tire Safety Information

    294 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The ESP Indicator Light and the ESP/BAS Warning Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESP System will be ON even if it was turned off previously. The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active.
  • Page 297 NOTE: P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. European-Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width.
  • Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart 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 299 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 300: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    298 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire.

  • Page 301: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire and Loading Information Placard STARTING AND OPERATING 299 This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry...
  • Page 302 300 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded. For further information on GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to “Vehicle Loading” in this section. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or...
  • Page 303 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to calcu- late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations STARTING AND OPERATING 301...
  • Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING...

  • Page 305: Tires - General Information

    WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.

  • Page 306: Tire Inflation Pressures

    304 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. Economy Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread.
  • Page 307 CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped). This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure.”...

  • Page 308: Radial-Ply Tires

    306 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important.
  • Page 309 vehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, the original tire should be repaired (or replaced) and rein- stalled at the first opportunity. WARNING! Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only. With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h).

  • Page 310: Limited Use Spare - If Equipped

    308 STARTING AND OPERATING Limited Use Spare — If Equipped The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use on your vehicle. This tire is identified by a limited use spare tire warning label located on the limited use spare tire and wheel assembly.

  • Page 311: Tire Spinning

    Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck. Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in Section 6 of this manual for additional information.

  • Page 312: Life Of Tire

    310 STARTING AND OPERATING These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes approximately 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.

  • Page 313: Replacement Tires

    Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu- facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed (refer to the paragraph on “Tread Wear Indicators”).

  • Page 314: Tire Chains

    312 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control. CAUTION! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read- ings.

  • Page 315: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat- terns. These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires.

  • Page 316: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    314 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure. The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12 F (7 C).
  • Page 317 once the system receives the updated tire pressures. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. − For example, your vehicle may have a recom- mended cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of 30 psi (207 kPa).

  • Page 318: Base System

    316 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
  • Page 319 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible, check the inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle, and inflate each tire to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure...

  • Page 320: Premium System - If Equipped

    318 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: 1. The compact spare tire (if so equipped) does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire. 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a chime will sound and the TPM Telltale Light will turn ON.
  • Page 321 Three Trigger Modules (mounted in three of the four wheel-wells) Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages, which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires.
  • Page 322 320 STARTING AND OPERATING turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. Check TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected, a chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
  • Page 323 If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer exists, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will no longer flash, and the CHECK TPM SYS- TEM message will no longer display, and a pressure value will display in place of the dashes.

  • Page 324: General Information

    322 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will sound, the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the EVIC will display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM message for three seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value.

  • Page 325: Fuel Requirements

    FUEL REQUIREMENTS 2.4L and 2.7L Engine The 2.4L and 2.7L engines are designed to meet all emission regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded “regu- lar” gasolines having an octane rating of 87. The use of premium gasoline is not recommended.

  • Page 326: Reformulated Gasoline

    324 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, engine performance, and durability for your vehicle.

  • Page 327: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

    NOTE: The 2.7L engine is now rated for E85 Ethanol use (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA EMISSION STATES). Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on E-85. For more information, see “Flexible Fuel” in this section. Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or E85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer.

  • Page 328: Mmt In Gasoline

    326 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT in Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and reduces emission system performance in some vehicles.

  • Page 329: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate service. Contact your authorized dealer for service assistance.

  • Page 330: Flexible Fuel- 2.7L Only (Except California Emission States)

    328 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 331: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)

    Along with the special E-85 fuel filler cap, your vehicle may display a badge, which also indicates it can operate on E-85. E-85 Badge ETHANOL FUEL (E-85) E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. STARTING AND OPERATING 329 WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could...

  • Page 332: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles

    330 STARTING AND OPERATING When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: you do not add less than 5 gal (19 L) when refueling you drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at least 5 miles (8 km) Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard starting and/or significant deterioration in drivability during warm up.

  • Page 333: Starting And Operating 331

    Cruising Range Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel con- sumption. You can expect your fuel economy and driving range to decrease by about 30% compared to gasoline operation. Replacement Parts All components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are designed to be compatible with ethanol.
  • Page 334 332 STARTING AND OPERATING The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
  • Page 335 CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system and could cause the A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc- tion Indicator Light to turn on.

  • Page 336: Loose Filler Cap Message

    334 STARTING AND OPERATING When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. Loose Filler Cap Message If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a “gASCAP” message will be displayed in the instrument cluster.

  • Page 337: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)

    The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR.

  • Page 338: Loading

    336 STARTING AND OPERATING Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles. Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR.
  • Page 339 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo, and tongue weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- porary) loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and...

  • Page 340: Trailer Hitch Classification

    338 STARTING AND OPERATING Frontal Area The frontal area is the maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer and its cargo. Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the truck.

  • Page 341: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transaxle Max. Frontal Area 2.4L/Auto See Note 2.7L/Auto See Note 3.5L/Auto 22 sq.ft. (2.0 sq.m) Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds. The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and it should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire...

  • Page 342: Trailer And Tongue Weight

    340 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Towing a trailer with a larger than recommended frontal area could cause the engine to overheat or cause severe engine damage under extreme condi- tions. Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.

  • Page 343: Towing Requirements

    NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard in the Tire Safety Information section of this manual for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle.
  • Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer tow- ing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and that it will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control.
  • Page 345 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve 10% of trailer tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). Towing Requirements — Tires Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire.

  • Page 346: Towing Tips

    344 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (450 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes with adequate braking capacity.
  • Page 347 Automatic Transaxle The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, third gear for a four-speed automatic and the fifth gear for a six-speed AutoStick should be selected. NOTE: Using third or fifth instead of DRIVE while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions, will improve performance and extend transaxle life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build-up.

  • Page 348: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    346 STARTING AND OPERATING Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transaxle overheating, take the following actions: City Driving When stopped for short periods of time, put transaxle in neutral and increase engine idle speed. Highway Driving Reduce speed. Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily.

  • Page 349: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....348 If Your Engine Overheats ....348 Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) —...

  • Page 350: Hazard Warning Flasher

    348 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the instrument panel, below the radio. Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning flashers. When the Hazard Warning flasher switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency.
  • Page 351 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat.

  • Page 352: Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) - If Equipped

    350 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, refer to Section 7, Maintenance, of this manual.

  • Page 353: Jack Location

    WARNING! (Continued) The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.

  • Page 354: Jacking Instructions

    352 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2.
  • Page 355 WARNING! (Continued) Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised. Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in PARK;...
  • Page 356 354 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack with two attachment points. When the jack is partially expanded, the tension between the two attachment points holds the jack handle in place. Removing Jack Handle From Jack 2.
  • Page 357 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 355 Jacking Locations...
  • Page 358 356 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in step 3. 3. There are two front jacking locations and two rear jacking locations on each side of the body (as pictured above). 4.
  • Page 359 WARNING! To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges. 7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 8. Finish tightening the nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening the wheel nuts.

  • Page 360: Jump-Starting Procedure

    358 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE The battery is stored between the left front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash shield. Access is through the splash shield. Jump-starting remote battery terminals are located under the hood. WARNING! Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised.
  • Page 361 2. When boosting from a battery in another vehicle, park that vehicle within booster cable reach, but without allowing the vehicles to touch. Set the parking brake, place the automatic transaxle in PARK and turn ignition to LOCK for both vehicles. WARNING! Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal...
  • Page 362 360 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. If the vehicle is equipped with Sentry Key Immobi- lizer, turn the ignition switch to the ON position for three seconds before moving the ignition switch to the START position. 7. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.

  • Page 363: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WARNING! (Continued) Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion; Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle. FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 364: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    362 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transaxle overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h). Do not spin the wheels continu- ously for more than 30 seconds.

  • Page 365: Towing Without The Ignition Key

    Towing Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position. Flatbed towing is the preferred towing method. However, if a flatbed towing vehicle is not available, a wheel lift towing vehicle may be used.
  • Page 366 364 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Battery power is required to release the brake/transaxle interlock system. There is an override system that allows you to shift out of PARK in case of loss of power. To activate the override system: Firmly apply the parking brake.

  • Page 367: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 367 Engine Compartment — 2.7L ... . . 368 Engine Compartment —...
  • Page 368 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Washer Fluid ....382 Exhaust System ..... . 383 Cooling System .

  • Page 369: Engine Compartment - 2.4L

    ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Automatic Transaxle Dipstick 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 5 — Integrated Power Module 6 — Power Distribution Center MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 8 —...

  • Page 370: Engine Compartment - 2.7L

    368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.7L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 3 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 — Automatic Transaxle Dipstick 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 6 — Integrated Power Module 7 — Power Distribution Center 8 —...

  • Page 371: Engine Compartment - 3.5L

    ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.5L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 3 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 5 — Power Distribution Center MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 —...

  • Page 372: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transaxle control systems. When these systems are oper- ating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent per- formance and fuel economy, as well as maintaining engine emissions well within current government regu-...

  • Page 373: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer “Reset” button to turn off the message. If the problem persists, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).”...

  • Page 374: Replacement Parts

    372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station.

  • Page 375: Dealer Service

    DEALER SERVICE Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourself.
  • Page 376 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading.
  • Page 377 Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom- mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American...
  • Page 378 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi- fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- ber should not be used. The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- ment”...

  • Page 379: Engine Oil Filter

    Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change. Engine Oil Filter Selection All of this manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type disposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replace- ment. The quality of replacement filters varies consider- ably.

  • Page 380: Maintenance-Free Battery

    378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended. Maintenance-Free Battery You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required.

  • Page 381: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    CAUTION! It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked posi- tive (+) and negative (-) and identified on the battery case.

  • Page 382: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped

    380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.

  • Page 383: Body Lubrication

    A/C Air Filter Replacement 6. Remove the A/C Air Filter by pulling it straight out of the housing. 7. Install the A/C Air Filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover.

  • Page 384: Windshield Wiper Blades

    382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE attention should also be given to hood latching compo- nents to insure proper function. When performing other underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year, preferably in the Fall and Spring.

  • Page 385: Exhaust System

    WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system.
  • Page 386 384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage. CAUTION! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.

  • Page 387: Cooling System

    To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle.
  • Page 388 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for leaks. Cooling System — Drain, Flush, and Refill If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner.
  • Page 389 CAUTION! (Continued) This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based engine coolant (anti- freeze). Use of Propylene Glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended. Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance intervals.
  • Page 390 388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and will require more frequent coolant changes. Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery bottle.
  • Page 391 rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.

  • Page 392: Brake System

    390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle.
  • Page 393 WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency.

  • Page 394: Automatic Transaxle

    392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. Use of a brake fluid that has a lower initial boiling point than the recommended MOPAR product or a brake fluid that is unidentified as to FMVSS specification may result in sudden brake failure during hard prolonged braking.
  • Page 395 Fluid Level Check — Vehicles with 2.4L and 2.7L Engines Use the following procedure to check the automatic transaxle fluid level properly: 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. 2. Run the engine at curb idle speed for a minimum of 60 seconds.
  • Page 396 394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than that recommended by the manufacturer will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes.

  • Page 397: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle.
  • Page 398 396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use MOPAR Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish.
  • Page 399 Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. Wheel and Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 400 398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Interior Trim Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp cloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR Total Clean, then MOPAR Spot & Stain Remover if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners or Armorall. Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery Cleaning Leather Upholstery MOPAR Total Clean is specifically recommended for...
  • Page 401 For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. For grease stains, apply MOPAR Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.

  • Page 402: Cleaning Center Console Cupholders

    400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the car to wash them. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly.
  • Page 403 Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Fuse 40 Amp — Green Cartridge Cavity Description Power Top Module (If Equipped) MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 Mini Fuse Description Fuse 20 Amp Yel- AWD Mod- — Battery Feed — Center High Mounted —...
  • Page 404 402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Red 30 Amp — Green 30 Amp — Green Description Cavity Ignition Off Draw (IOD) — Power Mirror Switch/ Climate Controls Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 1 Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 2 Cartridge...
  • Page 405 Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Yel- — — 10 Amp Red 40 Amp — Green Cartridge Description Cavity — Ignition Off Draw (IOD) — Cabin Compart- ment Node (CCN)/ In- terior Light- Battery Feed — Radiator Fan Relay MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 Mini Fuse Description...
  • Page 406 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Green 20 Amp Yel- — 15 Amp Lt. — — 10 Amp Red Description Cavity Battery Feed — Auto — Shutdown (ASD) Relay Ignition Off Draw (IOD) — Power Amp Feed 2 - if equipped...
  • Page 407 Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Red 15 Amp Lt. — Blue Cartridge Description Cavity Ignition Run — Heated Mir- rors - If Equipped Auto Shut- down (ASD) Relay Feed MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 Mini Fuse Description Fuse Ignition Run —...
  • Page 408 406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Red — 20 Amp Yel- — Description Cavity Ignition Run — Oc- cupant Clas- sification Module (OCM)/ Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Hot Car — (No Fuse Required) Ignition Run —...
  • Page 409 Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Fuse 30 Amp — Pink Cartridge Description Cavity Battery Feed — Anti- Lock Brakes (ABS) Mod- ule - if equipped/ 40 Amp Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Mod- ule - If Equipped MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 Mini Fuse Description Fuse Battery Feed...
  • Page 410 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Pink 25 Amp — Clear Description When installing the Totally Integrated Power Battery Feed Module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is — Passen- properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to ger Door Module do so may allow water to get into the Totally...

  • Page 411: Vehicle Storage

    VEHICLE STORAGE If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your battery. Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw). Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. REPLACEMENT BULBS All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.

  • Page 412: Bulb Replacement

    410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight 1. Raise the hood and locate the connector behind the headlamp. NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner filter housing and position the totally integrated power module aside prior to replacing the low beam headlight on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
  • Page 413 3. Rotate bulb and connector ⁄ turn and pull outward from assembly. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. 5.

  • Page 414: Fog Lights

    412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights 1. Access to the lights through the lower fascia cutout is limited. 2. Turn the steering wheel to allow access and remove the inner fender shield. 3. Rotate bulb and connector ⁄ turn counterclockwise. 4.

  • Page 415: Taillights, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lights

    Taillights, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lights The turn signal, brake and taillights and backup lights are located in the rear corner body panel housing. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 1. Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner behind the taillight.
  • Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the two plastic wing nuts from the taillight housing. 3. Grasp the taillight and pull firmly outward pushing gently on the studs from inside to disengage the light housing. 4. Twist and remove socket from light. 5.

  • Page 417: License Plate Light

    License Plate Light 1. Remove two retaining screws holding the light lens in place. 2. Gently pry the light assembly loose. 3. Pull bulb from socket, replace and reattach the light assembly with the two retaining screws. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 Center High-Mounted Stop Light 1.
  • Page 418 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Twist and remove socket from the back of the light housing. 3. Replace the bulb and reinstall the socket into the housing by locking it in place with a twist.

  • Page 419: Fluids And Capacities

    FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) 2.4L and 2.7L Engine — (Except 2.4L PZEV) 2.4L PZEV (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) 3.5L Engine Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 2.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 3.5L Engine (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) Cooling System* 2.4L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent.

  • Page 420: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts

    418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Engine Coolant Additive Technology) Engine Oil (2.4L and 2.7L Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Ma- Engine) terial Standard MS-6395.
  • Page 421 Component Fuel Selection (2.4L and 87 Octane 2.7L Engines) Fuel Selection (2.7L - EX- CEPT CALIFORNIA EMIS- E-85 Ethanol SION STATES) Fuel Selection (3.5L Engine) 89 Octane * PZEV = Partial Zero Emission Vehicle Chassis Component Automatic Transaxle MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used.

  • Page 423: Maintenance Schedules

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..422 Maintenance Schedule ....422 Required Maintenance Intervals ..424...

  • Page 424: Emissions Control System Maintenance

    422 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emissions control system. These and all other maintenance services in- cluded in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability.
  • Page 425 NOTE: The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi- nated.
  • Page 426 424 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed. Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation.
  • Page 427 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
  • Page 428 426 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
  • Page 429 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engine except PZEV*). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or...

  • Page 430: Service Schedule

    428 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary.
  • Page 431 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engine except PZEV*). Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary. Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped).
  • Page 432 430 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary.
  • Page 433 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary.
  • Page 434 432 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary.
  • Page 435 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary.
  • Page 436 434 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engine except PZEV*). Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary. Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped).
  • Page 437 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary.
  • Page 438 436 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary.
  • Page 439 † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.

  • Page 441: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......441 Prepare For The Appointment .
  • Page 442 440 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Publication Order Forms ....445 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......447 Treadwear .

  • Page 443: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty.

  • Page 444: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    442 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- ship.

  • Page 445: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)

    Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.

  • Page 446: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)

    444 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience.

  • Page 447: In Canada

    If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, and the manufacturer.
  • Page 448 446 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the ve- hicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, and charts. Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled ve- hicle systems and features.

  • Page 449: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades

    DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle.

  • Page 450: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Temperature Grades

    448 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
  • Page 451 INDEX...
  • Page 452 450 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 282 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....286 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .
  • Page 453 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..254 Automatic Transaxle ....13,270,392 Adding Fluid ....393,394,419 Filter .
  • Page 454 452 INDEX Caps, Filler Fuel ....... . 331 Oil (Engine) ....367,368,369,375 Power Steering .
  • Page 455 Contract, Service ......443 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..388 Cooler, Beverage .
  • Page 456 454 INDEX Door Locks, Automatic ....32 Door Opener, Garage ..... 147 Driving On Slippery Surfaces .
  • Page 457 Overheating ......348 Temperature Gauge ..... 177 Engine Oil Viscosity .
  • Page 458 456 INDEX Cooling System ..... . . 385 Engine Oil ......373 Power Steering .
  • Page 459 Gearshift ......273 General Information ....18,119,322 General Maintenance .
  • Page 460 458 INDEX Information Center, Vehicle ....189 Inside Rearview Mirror ....87 Instrument Cluster .
  • Page 461 Brake Warning ......187 Bulb Replacement ..... . 410 Center Mounted Stop .
  • Page 462 460 INDEX Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) ......74 Lubrication, Body .
  • Page 463 Checking ......373 Dipstick ......373 Disposal .
  • Page 464 462 INDEX Preparation for Jacking ....351 Pretensioners Seat Belts ......49 Programmable Electronic Features .
  • Page 465 Restraints, Infant ......69 Rotation, Tires ......313 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .
  • Page 466 464 INDEX Selection of Oil ......375 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....15 Sentry Key Programming .
  • Page 467 Telescoping Steering Column ....143 Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..254 Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ..177,349 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint .
  • Page 468 466 INDEX Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ....340 Towing ....... 336 24-Hour Towing Assistance .
  • Page 469 UConnect (Hands-Free Phone) ....91 Understanding Your Instrument Panel ..174 Uniform Tire Quality Grades ....447 Universal Transmitter .
  • Page 470 468 INDEX Windshield Washers ....140,142 Fluid ....... 382 Windshield Wiper Blades .
  • Page 471 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderLocking Doors With The KeySENTRY KEY Replacement KeysSentry Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationVEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming The SystemTo Arm The SystemTo Disarm The SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - IF EQUIPPED To Unlock the DoorsTo Lock the DoorsTo Unlatch the TrunkUsing the Express Down Windows Feature - If EquippedUsing the Panic AlarmProgramming Additional RKE TransmittersBattery ReplacementGeneral InformationREMOTE START SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED How to Use Remote StartDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)POWER WINDOWS Power Window SwitchesAuto Window Down - If EquippedAuto Window Up - If EquippedReset Auto UpWindow Lockout SwitchWind BuffetingTRUNK RELEASE TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Internal Emergency ReleaseOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsAdjustable Upper...

  • Page 472: Installation Of Radio Transmitting Equipment

    INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained person- nel. The following must be observed during installation. The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
  • Page 473 Chrysler LLC 81-226-0930 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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