Download Print this page

Jeep Automobile Owner's Manual

Chrysler llc

Hide thumbs Also See for Automobile:

Owner's manual (478 pages)

,

Warranty information booklet (48 pages)

,

Service and warranty handbook (42 pages)

Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

See also: Manual and Warranty , Owner's Manual

SECTION

1

INTRODUCTION

2

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

3

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

4

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

5

STARTING AND OPERATING

6

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

7

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

8

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

9

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

10

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381

INDEX

TABLE OF CONTENTS

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .295

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

PAGE

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Table of Contents

Advertisement

Chapters

Table of Contents

Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the Automobile and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for Jeep Automobile

Page 1: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....7 Rollover Warning .
Page 4: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING This manual has been prepared with the assistance of Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle.
Page 5: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 5 Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S. government notes that the universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year, and could reduce disabling injuries by 2 million annually.
Page 6 6 INTRODUCTION...
Page 7: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures, which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures, which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 8: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 9 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Replacement Keys ..... .16 Ignition Key Removal .
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ... .21 Auto Down ......31 Using The Panic Alarm .
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Exhaust Gas ......66 Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag .
Page 12: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key Manual Transaxle code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer.
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons.
Page 14: Locking Doors With The Key
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locking Doors With The Key is moved no more than 1/2 turn in either direction and You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the the key is not in the ignition switch, the steering wheel door, turn the key rearward, to unlock the door, turn the will lock.
Page 15: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 turn on for three (3) seconds for a bulb check. If the light SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho- remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Page 16: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Exxon/Mobil Speed Pass,™ additional Sentry Keys, or CAUTION! any other transponder-equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a key-related (transpon- Always remove Sentry Keys from the vehicle and der) fault unless the additional part is physically held lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 17: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch. Turn Customer Key Programming If you have two valid sentry keys, you can program new the ignition switch to the “ON” position within 60 sentry keys to the system by performing the following seconds.
Page 18: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information To Set the Alarm The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is of the vehicle.
Page 19: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Disarm the System 1. Press UNLOCK on the Keyless Entry Transmitter. 2. Starting the vehicle with a valid Sentry key will disarm the system. A valid key is one that is programmed to that particular vehicle.
Page 20: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the key fob upon the first UNLOCK button press by using the once to unlock only the driver’s door or twice to unlock following procedure: all the doors and liftgate.
Page 21: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 21
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the keyfob while 2. While the LOCK button is pressed (after 4 seconds), you are inside the vehicle will activate the Security press the PANIC button. Release both buttons. Alarm.
Page 22: To Turn Off "Flash Lights With Lock
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock” Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to NOTE: The Flash Lights With Lock feature can be deactivate the Security Alarm.
Page 23 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Use the Following procedure to program additional key 8. Using the fob to be programmed, press and release fobs if the vehicle is not equipped with Sentry Key: both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, simultaneously. 1.
Page 24: General Information
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile RS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 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 transmitter case, snap the two halves together.
Page 26: Door Locks
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Manual Door Locks For personal security, and safety in the event of an Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well inside the vehicle.
Page 27: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 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 door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors.
Page 28 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. All doors are closed. 4. The throttle is pressed. 5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h). 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter. The Automatic Door Lock feature can be enabled or disabled.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 1. The Auto Unlock feature is enabled. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK position. 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h).
Page 30: Child-Protection" Door Lock System (Rear Doors) - If Equipped
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Use the Auto Door Locks and Auto Unlock features in accordance with local laws. “Child-Protection” Door Lock System (Rear Doors) — If Equipped Insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the lock or unlock position.
Page 31: Power Windows- If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, The control on the left front door has up-down switches move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), roll down that give you finger tip control of all four power win- window and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 32: Window Lockout Switch
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch LIFTGATE The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also you to disable the window control on the other doors. To used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: Although the liftgate has no inside release mechanism, the liftgate trim panel includes an opening with a snap-in cap that provides access to release the latch in the event of an electrical system malfunction. WARNING! •...
Page 34: Occupant Restraints
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. WARNING! However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer opening the liftgate in cold weather.
Page 35: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the WARNING! inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 36 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front belts are designed to go around the large bones of seat, next to your arm.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 38 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, •...
Page 39: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to upward or downward to position the belt away from allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 40: Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will 1. Remove the mini latch and regular latch from its prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, stowed position in the right rear side trim panel.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head restraint. Routing The Rear Center Shoulder Belt 4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the mini latch plate into the mini buckle until you hear a “click.” Routing The Rear Center Shoulder Belt 5.
Page 42 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch 7. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt.
Page 43: Seat Belt Pretensioners
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 8. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is 10. To disengage the mini latch from the mini buckle for comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor storage, insert the regular latch plate into the black will withdraw any slack in the belt.
Page 44: Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert)
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The pretensioners are triggered by the Airbag Control The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be en- Module (refer to information on Airbags in this section). abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by Like the front airbags, the pretensioners are single use following these steps: items.
Page 45: Seat Belt Extender
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Warning Light to turn on Seat Belt Extender while unbuckling and off while re-buckling the seat belt. If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, and It may be necessary to retract the seat belt.
Page 46: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 to a window. If the vehicle is equipped with side curtain WARNING! airbags, they are located above the side windows. Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG. • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them.
Page 48 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. proper performance of the curtain airbags.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 5. If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front WARNING! passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move the seat as far back as possible, and use the proper child •...
Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front Acceleration Sensors Air Bag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) How The Airbag System Works •...
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • The ORC also turns on the Airbag Warning • The Driver and Front Passenger Airbag/Inflator Light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 Units are located in the center of the steering wheel seconds as a self-check when the ignition is and the passenger side of the instrument panel.
Page 52 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Side Impact SRS Side Curtain Airbag are de- If A Deployment Occurs signed to activate only in certain side collisions. When The airbag system is designed to deploy when the ORC the ORC (with side impact option) detects a collision detects a moderate-to-severe collision, to help restrain the requiring the side curtain airbag to inflate, it signals...
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a WARNING! few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli- • As the airbags deflate, you may see some smoke-like sion.
Page 54 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to WARNING! inflate for your protection in an impact. While the airbag system is designed to be mainte- •...
Page 55: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 In conjunction with other data gathered during a com- Event Data Recorder (EDR) plete accident investigation, the electronic data may be In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to used by DaimlerChrysler and others to learn more about record up to 5 - seconds of specific vehicle data param- the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in...
Page 56 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE custodial entity upon request. General data that does not Data Parameters that May Be Recorded: identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning lamp status incorporation in aggregate crash databases, such as those for electronically-controlled safety systems, including maintained by the US government and various states.
Page 57: Child Restraint
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 • Cruise control status WARNING! • Traction/stability control status In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, • Tire pressure monitoring system status can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could Child Restraint become so great that you could not hold the child, no...
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Safety • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in experts recommend that children ride rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 shoulder belt. (Some booster seats are equipped with a Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child front shield and are held in the vehicle by the lap restraint: portion.) •...
Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if by pulling and restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will the latch plate from the buckle, turn the latch plate...
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR) Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) To operate the switchable retractor, pull the belt from the Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into Anchors and Tether for CHildren.
Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH-compatible, you can only install the child re- Child restraints systems having attachments designed to straints using the vehicle’s seat belts. Please refer to, connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child Installing the Child Restraint System for typical installa- restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection tion instructions.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to Installing the Child Restraint System install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE rear of the seat back. Then tighten all three straps as you NOTE: If your child restraint seat is not LATCH com- push the child restraint rearward and downward into the patible, install the restraint using the vehicle seat belts. seat.
Page 65: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS as possible. A long break-in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle. •...
Page 66: Safety Tips
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A new engine may consume some oil during its first few If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force considered as a normal part of the break-in and not outside air into the vehicle.
Page 67: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after The Vehicle a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn Tires webbing, etc.
Page 69 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors .......73 Operation ......78 Inside Day/Night Mirror —...
Page 70 70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Seat Height Adjustment — Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel If Equipped ......104 Lights .
Page 71 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 Intermittent Wiper System ....122 Electronic Brake Control System – ABS/TCS/BAS/ERM/ESP ....127 Adding Washer Fluid .
Page 72 72 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips ....140 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off ..146 General Information .
Page 73: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward rear of vehicle).
Page 74: Outside Mirror-Passenger's Side
74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirror—Passenger’s Side Power Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the The controls for the power mirrors are located on the side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the driver’s door trim panel.
Page 75 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 76: Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Sun Visor Sliding Feature To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing The sun visors may be pulled out to provide extended the mirror cover upward. coverage of the side glass.
Page 77 • www.dodge.com/uconnect that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station, so UCon- • www.jeep.com/uconnect nect works no matter where you stow your cellular • or call 1–877–855–8400 phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the UConnect™...
Page 78: Operation
78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Button Profile) you may not be able to use any UConnect™ The rearview mirror contains the microphone features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the for the system (depending on the type of phone manufacturer for details.
Page 79 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for Voice Command Tree the beep, which follows the Ready prompt or another Refer to “Voice Tree” at the end of this section. prompt.
Page 80 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For identification purposes, you will be prompted to Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnect™ system, you must pair give the UConnect™ system a name for your cellular your compatible Bluetooth™...
Page 81 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Dial by Saying a Number Call by Saying a Name • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 82 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Add Names to Your UConnect™ Phonebook After you are finished adding an entry into the phone book, you will be given the opportunity to add more NOTE: Adding names to phone book is recommended phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the when vehicle is not in motion.
Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone owners’ Edit Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook manual for specific instructions on how to send these NOTE: Editing names in the phone book is recom- entries from your phone. mended when vehicle is not in motion.
Page 84 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phonebook Edit can be used to add another phone from the list, press the Voice Recognition button number to a name entry that already exists in the while the UConnect™ system is playing the desired phonebook.
Page 85: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 • After confirmation, the phone book entries will be • The UConnect™ system will then prompt you as to the deleted. number designation you wish to call. • Note that only the phone book in the current language •...
Page 86 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call the second call is in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to Toggling Between Calls. To combine two calls, Currently in Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another refer to Conference Call.
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Conference Call there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call. When two calls are in progress (one active and one on If the active call is terminated by the far end, a call on hold), press and hold the “Phone”...
Page 88: Uconnect™ System Features
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Continuation UConnect™ System Features Call continuation is progression of a phone call on Language Selection UConnect™ system after the vehicle ignition key has To change the language that the UConnect™ system is been switched to off.
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Emergency Assistance The UConnect™ system does slightly lower your chances If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell reachable: phone directly.
Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Please refer to the 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” cover- You can use your UConnect™ system to access a voice- age details in the Warranty information booklet and on mail system or an automated service, such as, paging the 24–Hour Towing Assistance Card.
Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 You can also send stored UConnect™ phonebook entries Barge In - Overriding Prompts as tones for fast and easy access to voicemail and pager The “Voice Recognition” button can be used when you entries.
Page 92 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone and Network Status Indicators NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the If available on the radio and/or on a premium display dial ring to the UConnect™ system to play it on the such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it.
Page 93: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 List Paired Cellular Phone Names Advanced Phone Connectivity • Press the “Phone” button to begin. Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect™ system allows on going calls to be • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say transferred from your cellular phone to the UConnect™...
Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Select another Cellular Phone Delete UConnect™ Paired Cellular Phones This feature allows you to select and start using another • Press the “Phone” button to begin. phone with the UConnect™ system. The phone must •...
Page 95: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Things You Should Know About Your UConnect™ System UConnect™ system. For best results, the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked, UConnect™...
Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking • Storing names in phone book when vehicle is not in during a voice recognition period. motion is recommended. • Performance is maximized under: •...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering Far End Audio Performance the in-vehicle audio volume. • Audio quality is maximized under: • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be •...
Page 98 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99...
Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts. three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 102 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 103: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. •...
Page 104: Manual Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped WARNING! The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using the ratcheting handle on the outboard side of the seat to • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is adjust the driving position.
Page 105: Manual Lumbar- If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Manual Lumbar— If Equipped Driver’s Seat Back Recline The Lumbar adjustment is located on the outboard side To recline: of the driver’s seat. To increase or decrease support, 1. Lean forward before lifting the handle, then lean back rotate the handle up or down.
Page 106: Adjustable Head Restraints
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push down on the head restraints so that the upper edge is as high as practical.
Page 107: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 ignition, you may choose OFF, HIGH, or LOW heat Heated Seats — If Equipped settings. An indicator on the switch shows which setting WARNING! has been chosen. 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...
Page 108: Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When high-temperature heating is selected, the heaters Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation after heating is activated. The heat output then drops to the normal high-temperature level. If high-level heating is selected, the system will automati- cally switch to the low level after about 30 minutes of continuous operation.
Page 109: Folding Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Folding Rear Seat To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can be folded forward. Pull the strap forward to move the seat forward and flat. Front Passenger Seat Folded Flat Folding Rear Seat...
Page 110: Reclining Rear Seat - If Equipped
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reclining Rear Seat — If Equipped Rear Seat Folded Flat Rear Seat Recline Pull...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 For additional comfort, pull the strap forward just enough to release the seatback latch. Then push the seatback to a reclined position, approximately 35 degrees maximum, and release the strap. WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 112: To Open And Close The Hood
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull the hood release lever located on the left kick panel. Secondary Hood Latch Lift the hood prop rod, clipped to the right side (left side facing hood) of the engine compartment, to secure the Primary Hood Latch hood in the open position.
Page 113: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to LIGHTS close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 20 Map/Reading Lights cm (8 inches) and then drop it. This should secure both These lights are mounted between the sun visors above latches.
Page 114: Multi-Function Control Lever
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off automatically. Multi-Function Control Lever The Multi-Function Control Lever controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior...
Page 115: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped The high beam lights will come on as Daytime Running Lights (DRL) at DRL intensity (lower), whenever the ignition is on, the engine is running, the headlight switch is off, the parking brake is off, the turn signal is off, and the gear shift is in any position except park.
Page 116: Fog Lights - If Equipped
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the head- lights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights. Turn Signals Front Fog Lights Control The front fog light switch is on the Multi-Function Control Lever.
Page 117: Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Move the Multi-Function Control Lever up or down and Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 118: Passing Light
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passing Light Off-Road lights – If equipped You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by CAUTION! lightly pulling the Multi-Function Control Lever toward you. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high The auxiliary lights mounted on the front bumper beam and remain on until the lever is released.
Page 119: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 The auxiliary Off-Road lights can be turned on by WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS pressing the top of the switch when Off-Road conditions The wipers and washers are operated by a switch require additional lighting. To turn off the auxiliary lights on the control lever.
Page 120: Mist Feature
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the lever is pulled while in the OFF position, the wipers Mist Feature will operate for two wipe cycles, then turn OFF. 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.
Page 121: Windshield Wiper Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 CAUTION! In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted.
Page 122: Intermittent Wiper System
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System TILT STEERING COLUMN Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions To tilt the steering column, push down on the lever below make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- the turn signal control lever.
Page 123: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped.
Page 124: To Set At A Desired Speed
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate WARNING! A soft tap on the brake pedal, pulling the speed control lever towards you “CANCEL”, or normal brake or clutch Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate speed when not in use is dangerous.
Page 125: Manual Transaxle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Tapping “RESUME ACCEL” once will result in a 1 mph Vehicles equipped with manual transaxles may need to (1.6 km/h) speed increase. Each time the lever is tapped, be shifted into a lower gear to climb hills without speed speed increases so that tapping the lever three times will loss.
Page 126: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) - If Equipped
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using Speed Control On Hills WARNING! NOTE: The speed control system maintains speed up • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natural and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can is normal.
Page 127: Electronic Brake Control System - Abs/Tcs/Bas/Erm/Esp
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM – Traction Control System (TCS) ABS/TCS/BAS/ERM/ESP This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of Your vehicle may be equipped with an optional ad- the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake vanced electronic brake control system that includes pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Traction Control System...
Page 128: Brake Assist System (Bas)
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The • BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase ing the rate and amount of brake application and then braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the...
Page 129: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate tions and driving conditions, influence the chance of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed that wheel lift or rollover may occur.
Page 130: Esp (Electronic Stability Program)
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ESP (Electronic Stability Program) ESP/TCS Indicator Light The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” located in the instrument This system enhances directional control and stability of cluster, starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the vehicle under various driving conditions.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 ESP 2WD Operating Modes WARNING! All 2WD vehicles can choose the following ESP operating modes: • Electronic Stability Program (ESP) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the ESP ON vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by This is the normal operating mode for ESP.
Page 132 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESP would overcome, turn ESP back on by momentarily depressing normally allow is required to gain traction. the “ESP Control Switch”. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 In this mode, ESP and TCS, except for the “limited slip” ESP/BAS Warning Light and ESP/TCS Indicator feature described in the TCS section, are turned off until Light the vehicle reaches a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h). At 35 The malfunction indicator for the ESP is combined with mph (56 km/h) the normal ESP stability function returns the BAS indicator.
Page 134: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking WARNING! sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when ESP becomes inactive following the With the ESP switched off, the enhanced vehicle maneuver that caused the ESP activation.
Page 135: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 WARNING! WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and close Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the training the transceiver.
Page 136 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Some gate operators and garage door openers Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garage when programming. may require you to replace Step #3 with procedures noted in the “Gate Operator/Canadian Programming” 1.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 5. PROGRAMMING A ROLLING CODE SYSTEM At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “learn” or “training” button. 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 &...
Page 138: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are HomeLink button twice (holding the button for 2 sec- designed to “time-out” in the same manner. onds each time).
Page 139: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Using HomeLink Security To operate, simply press and release the programmed It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the in your vehicle. trained device (i.e.
Page 140: Troubleshooting Tips
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips General Information If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here This device complies with FCC rules part 15 and Industry are some of the most common solutions: Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •...
Page 141: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located in the reading lamp. • 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.
Page 142: Opening The Sunroof
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening the Sunroof Closing the Sunroof Manual Mode Manual Mode To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rearward To close the sunroof, press and hold the switch in the to full open. Any release of the switch will stop the forward position.
Page 143: Pinch Protect Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Pinch Protect Feature Venting Sunroof – Express This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of Press and hold the “V” button, and the sunroof will open the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- to the vent position.
Page 144: Sunroof Maintenance
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs There is a standard 12-Volt power outlet in the instru- with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to ment panel and a 115 Volt (150 Watts Maximum) power minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 WARNING! To Avoid Serious Injury or Death: • Do not use a 3 - Prong Adaptor. • 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 146: Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
Page 147: Console Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 CONSOLE FEATURES WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with the console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cell phones, music players, and other hand held electronic devices should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac- tion, resulting in death or injury.
Page 148: Cargo Area Features
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Light/Removable Self Recharging Flashlight – If Equipped The dual-function light is mounted in the headliner above the cargo area to illuminate the cargo area, and part of it snaps out of the bezel to serve as a flashlight when needed.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Removing Flashlight Three Press Switch...
Page 150: Cargo Cover - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Cover — If Equipped Removable Load Floor The cargo area trim panels include two notches for The cargo area load floor is removable and can be mounting the available cargo cover that accommodates washed with mild soap and water.
Page 151: Cargo Tie-Down Loops
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put Cargo Tie-Down Loops There are four D-rings tie-down loops in the lower trim heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible. for securing cargo.The tie-downs located on cargo area •...
Page 152: Fold Down Speakers - If Equipped
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold Down Speakers – If Equipped REAR WINDOW FEATURES When the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down Rear Window Wiper/Washer from the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating and A switch on the right side of the steering column controls other activities.
Page 153: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer (If Equipped) is shared. It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals.
Page 154: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The defroster will automatically turn off after about ten CAUTION! minutes. For five more minutes of operation, press the switch again. To prevent excessive battery drain, use the Use care when washing the inside of the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating.
Page 155: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....158 Distance To Empty (DTE) ....175 Instrument Cluster—Premium .
Page 156 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM Reception ..... . . 181 Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, FM Reception .
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio PTY Button Seek ..... 211 (If Equipped) ......205 Satellite Antenna .
Page 158: Instrument Panel Features
158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 5 — Glove Box 9 — Hazard Warning Flasher 2 —Demisters 6 — Storage Bin 10 — ESP OFF Switch — If Equipped 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Climate Controls 4 —...
Page 159: Instrument Cluster-Premium
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER—PREMIUM...
Page 160: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the 1. Fuel Gauge/Fuel Door Location Electronic Throttle Control system. If a prob- When the ignition switch is in the ON position, lem is detected, the light will come on while the the pointer will show the level of fuel remain- engine is running.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 4. Oil Pressure Warning Light 6. Speedometer Shows low engine oil pressure. The light will come Indicates vehicle speed. on and remain on when the ignition switch is 7. Airbag Warning Light turned from the OFF to the ON position, and the light The light comes on and remains on for 6 to 8 will turn off after the engine is started.
Page 162 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light — If Equipped The warning light should be checked frequently to assure This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System that it is operating properly. Turn the ignition key to the (ABS) described elsewhere in this manual.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 13. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp This light warns of an overheated engine condi- cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi- tion. If the engine is critically hot, a warning chime tions.
Page 164 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light 15. Transmission Temperature Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair During sustained high speed driving on hot to the ABS system is required. days, the automatic transaxle oil may become too hot.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the 20. Transmission Range Indicator pointer remains on the H (red) mark, turn the engine off This display indicator shows the automatic transmission immediately and call for service. gear selection.
Page 166 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not tires.) operating properly.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 NOTE: If this indicator comes on, it will brighten to 24. Odometer/Trip Odometer FULL DAYTIME INTENSITY and will not be dimmable. A vacuum fluorescent display indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven. Also, the cluster will display, CAUTION! replacing the odometer/trip odometer, vehicle warning messages such as: door/gate ajar and loose gas cap.
Page 168 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not before and after the service so that the correct mileage can start the engine). be determined.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, 27. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator poor fuel quality, etc. may illuminate the light after Light/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light — engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light If Equipped stays on through several of your typical driving cycles.
Page 170 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles at 30. Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display—If speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- Equipped rized dealer as soon as possible. When the appropriate conditions exist, this display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 29.
Page 171: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 • System Status ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED • Vehicle information warning message displays • Personal Settings (customer programmable features) • Compass heading • Outside temperature display • Trip computer functions • UConnect™ hands-free communication system dis- plays —...
Page 172: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) • Door (S) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in motion) • Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) •...
Page 173: Evic Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Unless reset, this message will continue to display each EVIC Functions time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster.
Page 174: Compass/Temperature/Audio
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Distance To Empty (DTE) Compass/Temperature/Audio • Elapsed Time Press and release the EVIC button to display one of eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) facing, the outside temperature and the current radio •...
Page 175: Distance To Empty (Dte)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Distance To Empty (DTE) Elapsed Time Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is when the ignition switch is in the ACC position.
Page 176 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Language Auto Unlock On Exit When in this display you may select different languages When ON is selected all the vehicle’s doors will unlock for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions. when the driver’s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped Pressing the EVIC button while in this display selects (manual transmissions) or the vehicle is stopped and the English, Espanol, Deutsch, Italiano, or Francais depend-...
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock when exiting the vehicle. Press and hold the EVIC button When ON is selected a short horn sound will occur when when in this display until 0, 30, 60, or 90 appears to make the remote keyless entry “Lock”...
Page 178 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes Display English or Metric after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a The EVIC, odometer, and navigation system units can be vehicle door will cancel this feature. Press and hold the changed between English and Metric.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 To Set the Variance: with the ignition in the ON position, with a short button press (less than one second) press and release the EVIC button several times until you have displayed the Personal Settings (Customer Program- mable Features) menu.
Page 180 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The factory default Zone is 8. During program- Programmable Features) menu, press and release (less ming, the Zone value will wrap around from Zone 15 to than one second) the EVIC button several times until Zone 1.
Page 181: Radio General Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during Radio Broadcast Signals transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, Your new radio will provide excellent reception under and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They most operating conditions.
Page 182: Electronic Digital Clock
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition Clock Setting Procedure switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. will cancel this feature.
Page 183: Sales Code Ref - Am/Fm/Cd (Single Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands Free Phone Capability
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC) Operating Instructions - Radio Mode RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO AND NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC HANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of your radio faceplate.
Page 184 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mode Button (Radio Mode) NOTE: In Hands Free Phone (if equipped) mode, the Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the MUTE button mutes the microphone. CD player and Satellite Radio (if equipped). SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Clock Setting Procedure TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increase or 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. counter-clockwise to decrease the frequency. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune/ AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Audio control.
Page 186 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button, display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to the station will continue to play but will not be stored adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Page 187: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 • If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio Operation Instructions - CD Mode OFF, the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC Player.
Page 188 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (CD Mode) RND/SET Button (Random Play Button) (CD Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. Mode) To stop the scan function, press the button a second time. Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play.
Page 189: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 MUTE Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an speakers.
Page 190: Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone - If Equipped
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio — If Press this button to change the display from elapsed Equipped playing time to time of day. The time of day will display Refer to the “Satellite Radio” section of the Owner’s for 5 seconds.
Page 191: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it.
Page 192 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button (Radio Mode) SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for listenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if the next listenable station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Clock Setting Procedure TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increase or 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. counter-clockwise to decrease the frequency. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune / AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Audio control.
Page 194 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL- Toggle the PTY button to select the following format ANCE will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or types: left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side 16 Digit-Character Program Type speakers.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY Nostalgia Nostalgia function only operates when in the FM mode. Oldies Oldies Personality Personality If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio Public Public will tune to the preset station.
Page 196: Operation Instructions - (Cd Mode For Cd Audio Play)
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and NOTE: Note: This Radio is capable of playing compact SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM,12 discs (CD), recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable FM and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into compact discs (CD-RW) compact discs with MP3 tracks push-button memory.
Page 197: Load/Eject Button
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio SCAN Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 198 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LOAD / EJT - Eject On some vehicles a disc can be ejected with the radio and Press the LOAD/ EJT button and the push- ignition OFF. button with the corresponding number where TIME Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) the CD was loaded and the disc will unload Press this button to change the display from a large CD and move to the entrance for easy removal.
Page 199: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD Notes On Playing MP3 Files MODE for CD Audio Play) The radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3 Press this button while the CD is playing to activate file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 200 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 •...
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the cation quency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...
Page 202: Operation Instructions - (Cd Mode For Mp3 Audio Play)
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 Audio LOAD / EJECT - Eject Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- Play) button with the corresponding number where SEEK Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) the CD was loaded and the disc will unload Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next and move to the entrance for easy removal.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 MSG or INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and MSG or INFO button while playing MP3 disc. Switches back to Radio mode. The radio scrolls through the following TAG information: RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Song Title, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if avail- Pressing this button plays files randomly.
Page 204: Sales Code Rec - Am/Fm/Cd (6-Disc) Radio With Navigation System
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If SALES CODE REC — AM/FM/CD (6–DISC) RADIO Equipped) WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’s Manual. Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES ) (If Equipped) Refer to separate Video Entertainment System (VES ) Guide.
Page 205: Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destina- the worldwide standard for time. This makes the sys- tions and routes, AM/FM stereo radio and six-disc CD tem’s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone changer with MP3 capability.
Page 206 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. To show the GPS clock, select “Displayed Clock: GPS Clock” and press ENTER. 3. To adjust the time zone, Select “Time Zone” and press ENTER. Select the appropriate time zone and press ENTER. 4. To turn daylight savings on or off, select “Daylight Savings”...
Page 207: Audio Clock Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 3. To decrease the clock by one hour, use the Select Audio Clock Display Encoder to highlight the “-” sign. Press ENTER. Press Select this option to change the size of the clock on the ENTER again to decrease the clock by another hour.
Page 208: Satellite Radio - If Equipped
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. To switch the clock to the small clock, quickly press SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED TIME again. Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast.
Page 209: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Esn/Sid)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 ESN/SID Access With RAQ Radios Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- the radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME buttons ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio simultaneously for 3 seconds.
Page 210: Selecting A Channel
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting Satellite Mode — RAQ Radio moving on to the next channel. The word SCAN will Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word SAT appear in the display between each channel change. Press appears in the display. the SCAN button a second time to stop the search.
Page 211: Using The Pty (Program Type) Button (If Equipped)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if PTY Button SEEK equipped) When the desired program is obtained, press the SEEK Follow the PTY button instructions that apply to your button within five seconds. The channel will change to radio.
Page 212: Reception Quality
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Reception Quality REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the EQUIPPED following reasons. The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to •...
Page 213: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push The button located in the center of the left hand control button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will will tune to the next pre-set station that you have increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the programmed in the radio pre-set push-buttons.
Page 214: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being ON in following precautions: your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 The controls are as follows: Fan Control Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The fan speed increases as you move the control to the right from the OFF position.
Page 216 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mode Control (Air Direction) Bi-Level The mode control allows you Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. to choose from several pat- terns of air distribution. You NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the can select either a primary upper and lower outlets for added comfort.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Defrost Temperature Control Air is directed through the windshield and side Use this control to regulate window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi- the temperature of the air in- mum fan and temperature settings for best windshield side the passenger compart- and side window defrosting.
Page 218: Air Conditioning
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air Conditioning Air Conditioning (Normal) Use this button to engage the MAX A/C Air Conditioning. A lamp will For maximum cooling use the illuminate when the Air Con- A/C and recirculate buttons ditioning System is engaged. at the same time.
Page 219: Air Filtration System - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Circulation Control of moisture build up inside the vehicle. For maximum Use this button to choose be- defogging, select the Outside Air position. tween outside air intake or NOTE: Recirculation Mode will not operate in floor, mix recirculation of the air inside or defrost modes.
Page 220: Operating Tips
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips...
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 Window Fogging Summer Operation Vehicle side windows tend to fog on the inside in mild Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high- rainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, set mode quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion to the mix or defrost position.
Page 222 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Side Window Demisters A side window demister outlet is at each end of the instrument panel. These nonadjustable outlets direct air toward the side windows when the system is in either the FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode. The air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the outside mirrors.
Page 223: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ..... 227 Recommended Shift Speeds ....231 Manual Transaxle .
Page 224 224 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick General Information ... . 237 Tire Safety Information ....247 Four Wheel Drive Operation —...
Page 225 STARTING AND OPERATING 225 Replacement Tires ..... 263 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ....276 Alignment And Balance .
Page 226 226 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 293 Weight Ratings) ..... . 285 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Trailer And Tongue Weight .
Page 227: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 227 NOTE: The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both is pressed to the floor. inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. NOTE: If key won’t turn and steering wheel is locked, rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve pressure on WARNING! the locking mechanism and then turn the key.
Page 228: Extremely Cold Weather
228 STARTING AND OPERATING start within 15 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the Extremely Cold Weather (below 20°F or 29°C) “OFF” position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the To insure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an normal starting procedure.
Page 229: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 229 After Starting WARNING! The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start MANUAL TRANSAXLE — IF EQUIPPED the vehicle.
Page 230 230 STARTING AND OPERATING Fully depress the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As Use each gear in numerical order - do not skip a gear. Be you release the clutch pedal, lightly depress the accelera- sure the transaxle is in 1st gear, (not 3rd), when starting tor pedal.
Page 231: Recommended Shift Speeds
STARTING AND OPERATING 231 Recommended Shift Speeds Downshifting To use your manual transaxle for optimal fuel economy, Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and it should be upshifted as listed in table. prolong engine life. Manual Transaxle Recommended Shift Speeds CAUTION! Units in mph (km/h) Accel-...
Page 232: Automatic Transaxle - If Equipped
232 STARTING AND OPERATING • Shift into P (Park) only after the vehicle has come to a AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE — IF EQUIPPED complete stop. • Shift into or out of R (Reverse) only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed.
Page 233: Brake/Transmission Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 233 NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the transaxle will not WARNING! shift out of park. Battery power is required to release the brake/transmission interlock system. There is a remov- It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P able plug in the right side of the shifter housing that (Park) or N (Neutral) if the engine speed is higher allows you to insert your finger to override the system.
Page 234: Gear Ranges For Continuously Variable
234 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges For Continuously Variable WARNING! Automatic Transaxle (CVT) DO NOT race the engine when shifting from P (Park) or Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure N (Neutral) positions into another gear range. those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is P (Park) running.
Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING 235 The following indicators should be used to ensure that R (Reverse) you have engaged the transmission shift lever into the P Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a (Park) position: complete stop. •...
Page 236: Autostick - If Equipped
236 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPED Autostick Operation Autostick is a driver-interactive transmission that offers six manual ratio changes to provide you with more control. Autostick allows you to maximize engine brak- ing, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance.
Page 237: Autostick General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 Autostick operation is activated in the D position by Autostick General Information moving the shift lever side to side. Moving the lever to • If a ratio other than 1st is selected and the vehicle is the (+) side will activate Autostick and shift up to the brought to a stop, the transaxle control logic will next higher manual ratio, unless you are already operat-...
Page 238: Four Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped
238 STARTING AND OPERATING FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF traction surfaces, activate the 4WD LOCK switch by pulling up once and releasing. This locks the center EQUIPPED This feature provides full time, on-demand, Four Wheel coupling allowing more torque to be sent to the rear Drive (4WD).
Page 239: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are WARNING! slushy. Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. 2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the 3.
Page 240: Flowing/Rising Water
240 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! WARNING! • Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that Do not drive on or cross a road or a path where water is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 241: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 PARKING BRAKE WARNING! When the parking brake is applied with the ignition on, the Brake Light in the instrument • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cluster will come on. cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 242 242 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The parking brake lever will not release unless an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the the lever is pulled up slightly past its applied position. curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill grade.
Page 243: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa- BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes as bility, the remaining system will still function with some standard equipment. In the event power assist is lost for loss of overall braking effectiveness.
Page 244: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) - If Equipped
244 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — If Equipped WARNING! The Anti-Lock Brake System provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natural conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond...
Page 245 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you System. The light will come on when the may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some ignition switch is turned to the ON position related motor noises.
Page 246: Power Steering
246 STARTING AND OPERATING • and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the POWER STEERING end of the stop. The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
Page 247: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Tire Markings Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. CAUTION! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should be avoided when possible.
Page 248 248 STARTING AND OPERATING • European Metric tire sizing is based on European • Temporary Spare tires are high-pressure compact design standards. Tires designed to this standard have spares designed for temporary emergency use only. the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T”...
Page 249 STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section Width in Millimeters (mm)
Page 250 250 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry. H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions.
Page 251: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire; tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 252: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
252 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar. Tire and Loading Information This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle...
Page 253 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 Loading combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You the weight referenced here.
Page 254 254 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capaci- exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity ties of your vehicle with varying seating configurations calculated in Step 4.
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 255...
Page 256: Tires - General Information
256 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Safety— WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the accidents.
Page 257: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 2. Economy— maximum loaded vehicle condition. These pressure con- Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear ditions will be found in the “Supplemental Tire Pressure patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal Information” section of this manual. wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement.
Page 258 258 STARTING AND OPERATING check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with properly inflated even when they are under inflated.
Page 259: Radial-Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation Radial-Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 260: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
260 STARTING AND OPERATING Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the radial tires. It is engineered to be used on your style wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare.
Page 261: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your Tire Spinning vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited use spare When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same tire, spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) replace (or repair) the original tire and reinstall on the or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without...
Page 262: Tread Wear Indicators
262 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm).
Page 263: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 Replacement Tires WARNING! The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu- regardless of the remaining tread.
Page 264: Alignment And Balance
264 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! • Replacing original tires with tires of a different size Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of un- may result in false speedometer and odometer approved tires and wheels may change suspension readings.
Page 265: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and different loads and perform different steering, driving, avoid tire cupping and spotty wear.
Page 266: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) - If Equipped
266 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) type of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules” — IF EQUIPPED Section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permis- • The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn sible if desired.
Page 267 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven - this once the system receives the updated tire pressures. is normal and there should be no adjustment for this The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes increased pressure.
Page 268 268 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire • The TPMS has been optimized for the original failure or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size •...
Page 269: Base System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, The TPMS consists of the following components: and the TPM system will monitor the actual tire • Receiver Module pressure in the tire. • 4 Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors Base System –...
Page 270 270 STARTING AND OPERATING The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp will flash on NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a wheel and tire assembly. system fault is detected. The system fault will also sound 1.
Page 271: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and The TPMS consists of the following components: reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare • Receiver Module tire, the TPMS will update automatically and the TPM •...
Page 272 272 STARTING AND OPERATING addition, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center display to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pres- (EVIC) will display a graphic of the pressure value(s) sure value. The system will automatically update, the with the low tire(s) flashing. graphic display of the pressure value(s) will stop flash- ing, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Lamp will extin- guish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been re-...
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 text message will not be present, and a pressure value will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can occur by any of the following scenarios: 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same Radio Frequencies as the TPM sensors.
Page 274: General Information
274 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure Telltale Light will turn OFF, as long as no tire pressure is monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four the tire pressure in the compact spare tire.
Page 275: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 SNOW TIRES FUEL REQUIREMENTS Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires GASOLINE ENGINES during winter. Standard tires are of the all season type Your vehicle is designed to meet all emis- and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the M+S sion regulations and provide excellent fuel designation on the tire sidewall.
Page 276: Reformulated Gasoline
276 STARTING AND OPERATING symptoms, try another brand of gasoline (with the ap- Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends propriate octane rating for your engine) before consider- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- ing service for the vehicle. genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- ates are required in some areas of the country during the Reformulated Gasoline winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions.
Page 277: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 MMT In Gasoline Materials Added to Fuel MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is All gasoline sold in the United States is required to blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num- contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional ber.
Page 278: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
278 STARTING AND OPERATING • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition Carbon Monoxide Warnings malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to WARNING! overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Page 279: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte- CAUTION! nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc- repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side tion Indicator Light to turn on.
Page 280: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
280 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Tighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until you Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message hear one click. This is an indication that cap is properly If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel tightened. filler cap is loose or improperly installed, a “GASCAP”...
Page 281: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 VEHICLE LOADING TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information Vehicle Loading Capacities on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do Front Seat Occupants ..... . . 2 with your vehicle.
Page 282 282 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The gross trailer weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment axles.
Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 Frontal Area Weight-Distributing Hitch The maximum height and maximum width of the front of A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- a trailer. age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to Trailer Sway Control the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
Page 284: Trailer Hitch Classification
284 STARTING AND OPERATING tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the WARNING! correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch Weight Ratings) chart for the Max. GTW towable for your system may reduce handling, stability, braking per- given drivetrain.
Page 285: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. (See Note 1) 2.4L Auto/Man 22 Sq.
Page 286: Trailer And Tongue Weight
286 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 287: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, • Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 must be considered as part of the total load on your km) of vehicle operation.
Page 288 288 STARTING AND OPERATING • Safety chains must always be used between your WARNING! vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing slack for turning corners.
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized − When replacing tires refer to the Tires–General Infor- (This requirement may limit the ability to always mation section of this manual on Replacement Tires for achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a proper tire replacement procedures.
Page 290 290 STARTING AND OPERATING − Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 WARNING! lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- CAUTION! tem and cause it to fail.
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness.
Page 292: Towing Tips
292 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. Refer to the “Main- tenance Schedule” in Section 8 for transmission fluid change intervals.
Page 293: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 Towing Tips — Cooling System RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- MOTORHOME, ETC.) heating, take the following actions: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat − City Driving towing with all four wheels on the ground) When stopped for short periods of time, put transmission CAUTION! in neutral but do not increase engine idle speed.
Page 295: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....296 Jacking Instructions ....300 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 296: Hazard Warning Flasher
296 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked. NOTE: With extended use, the flasher may wear down your battery.
Page 297 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 297 the normal range. If the pointer remains on the H (red) CAUTION! mark for more than a minute, turn the engine off imme- diately and call for service. Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle.
Page 298: Automatic Transaxle Overheating
298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES requested speed. If the high speed is maintained, the WARNING! overheating will reoccur, as before, in a cyclic fashion. A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant.
Page 299: Jack Location
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 299 Jack Location Spare Tire Stowage The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor in the cargo area. in the cargo area. Spare Tire Removal Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down.
Page 300: Jacking Instructions
300 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher. • Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally oppo- site the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel.
Page 301 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 301 3. There are two front jacking locations and two rear WARNING! jacking locations on each side of the body. The front locations are outlined by two triangular cutouts, the rear Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make ones by two rectangular cutouts.
Page 302 302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 10. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area, have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible. 8. Finish tightening the nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening the wheel nuts.
Page 303: Jump-Starting Procedures Due To A Low Battery
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES DUE TO A LOW WARNING! BATTERY Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it WARNING! started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- axle cannot be started this way and may be damaged. Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and the hood is raised.
Page 304 304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. When boosting from a battery in another vehicle, park WARNING! that vehicle within booster cable reach but without letting the vehicles touch. Set parking brake, place auto- Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry matic transaxle in PARK (manual transaxle in NEU- such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an TRAL) and turn ignition to OFF for both vehicles.
Page 305: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 305 7. If the vehicle is equipped with Sentry Key Immobi- WARNING! lizer, turn the ignition switch to the ON position for 3 seconds before moving the ignition switch to the START Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow position.
Page 306: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
306 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES and First gear. Usually the least accelerator pedal pres- CAUTION! sure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels is most effective. Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transaxle overheating and failure. It can WARNING! also damage the tires.
Page 307: Without The Ignition Key
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 307 All Transaxles Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed CAUTION! with the ignition in the LOCK position. A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised. If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam- ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY posi-...
Page 309 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — Gasoline ... 312 Drive Belt – Check Condition ... . . 320 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ..313 Spark Plugs .
Page 310 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Suspension Ball Joints ....327 Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – AWD/4WD Models Only ......341 Body Lubrication .
Page 311 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 Off-Road Light ..... . . 358 Engine ......361 Fluids And Capacities .
Page 312: Engine Compartment - Gasoline
312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — GASOLINE...
Page 313: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors • Prolonged driving with the “Malfunction Indica- the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic tor Light”...
Page 314: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can PROGRAMS determine if the fuel filler cap is possible loose or In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass improperly installed.
Page 315 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test, ignition key or start the engine. This means that your which you can use prior to going to the test station. To vehicle’s OBD system is not ready and you should not check if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must do proceed to the I/M station.
Page 316: Replacement Parts
316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on systems can result in civil penalties being assessed with the engine running. against you.
Page 317: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not services determined by the engineers who designed your check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat vehicle.
Page 318 318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and Change Engine Oil only when the engine is hot, will improve the accuracy of Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level between the recommended engine oil change intervals.
Page 319 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi- Identification Symbol fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- This symbol means that the oil has ber should not be used. been certified by the American Synthetic Engine Oils Petroleum Institute (API).
Page 320: Drive Belt - Check Condition
320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposing of Used Engine Oil Drive Belt – Check Condition Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil from Check the drive belt condition. Refer to the “Maintenance your vehicle. Used oil, indiscriminately discarded, can Schedule”...
Page 321: Catalytic Converter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 Catalytic Converter CAUTION! The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your catalyst as an emission control device. vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
Page 322: Crankcase Emission Control System
322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition WARNING! when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over •...
Page 323: Fuel Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 Fuel Filter WARNING! A plugged fuel filter can cause hard starting or limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven. Should an The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank, in the case of engine backfire.
Page 324: Maintenance-Free Battery
324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to CAUTION! contact your eyes, skin or clothing.
Page 325: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer It is essential when replacing the cables on the at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance positive post and the negative cable is attached to the...
Page 326: Power Steering - Fluid Check
326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar- bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning tioning system.
Page 327: Front Suspension Ball Joints
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 Body Lubrication WARNING! Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, doors, liftgate and hood hinges, should be Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation with the engine off to prevent injury from moving and to protect against rust and wear.
Page 328: Windshield Wiper Blades
328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades 2. Push the release tab and slide the wiper blade assem- Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the bly down along the arm. Gently place the wiper arm on windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a the windshield.
Page 329: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; Cooling System have a competent technician inspect the complete ex- WARNING! haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams •...
Page 330 330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 At the intervals shown in the “Maintenance Schedule,” months (before the onset of freezing weather, where the system should be drained, flushed and refilled. Refer applicable).
Page 331 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This Mixing of coolants other than specified Hybrid Or- coolant can be used up to 5 Years or 100,000 miles before ganic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolants, replacement.
Page 332 332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of WARNING! corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- caution.
Page 333 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 Disposal of Used Engine Coolant coolant freeze point or replacing coolant. Advise your Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your be checked once a month.
Page 334 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven.
Page 335: Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses Fuel System Connections Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are of heat and mechanical damage. Hard or soft spots, designed with tubes and special connects, connections brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces- and clamps which have unique material characteristics to sive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber...
Page 336 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they WARNING! are secure and no leaks are present. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or possibly an accident.
Page 337 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a Manual WARNING! Transaxle , the Brake Fluid Reservoir supplies fluid to both the Brake System and the Clutch Release System. Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure. The two systems are separated in the reservoir and a leak You could have an accident.
Page 338 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in boiling point or unidentified as to specification, may spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the result in sudden brake failure during hard prolonged brake fluid catching fire.
Page 339: Automatic Transaxle (Cvt)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 Fluid Level Check Automatic Transaxle (CVT) The fluid level in the automatic transaxle should be Selection Of Lubricant checked only by a trained technician. It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transaxle to assure optimum transaxle performance. Use Fluid and Filter Changes only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 340: Rear Drive Assembly (Rda) - Awd/4Wd Models Only
340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) – AWD/4WD Models Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid Only level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a Lubricant Selection point not more that 3/16”...
Page 341: Power Transfer Unit (Ptu) - Awd/4Wd Models Only
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – AWD/4WD Models Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Only Protection Of Body And Paint from Corrosion Lubricant Selection Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- Use only the manufacturers recommended fluid. Refer to graphic locations and usage.
Page 342 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If insects, tar or other similar deposits have accumu- What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of lated on your vehicle, use Mopar Super Kleen Bug and paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Tar Remover to remove.
Page 343 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 344 344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE YES Essentials Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Interior Care Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Equipped YES Essentials seats may be cleaned in the following carpeting. manner: Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. •...
Page 345 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 Glass Surfaces WARNING! All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household- Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Page 346 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Bezels 2. Dry with a soft tissue. Seat Belt Maintenance CAUTION! Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
Page 347: Fuses/Integrated Power Module (Ipm)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 FUSES/INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM) Cavity Cartridge Mini Description An Integrated Power Module is located in the engine Fuse Fuse compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center 10 Amp IOD Sw/Pwr Mir/ contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A label that Ocm Steering Cntrl Sdar/Hands Free identifies each component may be printed on the inside...
Page 348 348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp IOD CCN/ Interior 15 Amp ENG ASD Relay Feed Lighting Lt. Blue 40 Amp RAD Fan Relay Bat- 15 Amp Power Sunroof Feed Green tery Feed Lt.
Page 349 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the Integrated Power Module 30 Amp ENG ASD Control Pink Feed 1 cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- 10 Amp ABS MOD/J1962 erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 350: Vehicle Storage
350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE LIGHTS BULBS — Outside Bulb No. If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 Low Beam/High Beam Headlight ... . H13 days you may want to take steps to preserve your battery.
Page 351: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 • Raise the hood and locate connector behind the head- BULB REPLACEMENT lamp. Headlamps Releasing Red Lock Tab Locating Headlamp Connector...
Page 352 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Reach into engine compartment and pull red lock out at connector. Twisting Bulb From Socket • Twist the bulb to the left and pull outward from assembly. Remove green connector from back of bulb by pulling straight back NOTE: These are halogen bulbs.
Page 353: Fog Lights
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 Fog Lights Removing Halogen Bulb From Assembly Fog Light and Connector 1. Access lamp through the lower fascia cutout. 2. Rotate bulb and connector 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 3. Pull bulb off of connector.
Page 354: Tail Lights, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lights - Replacement
354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tail Lights, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lights — Replacement 1. Remove the two push-pins from the tail light housing. Push-Pins Removed Removing Push-Pins...
Page 355 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 2. Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly to disengage the 3. Twist and remove socket from lamp. lamp from the aperture panel. Removing Socket and Bulb Pulling Lamp From Body...
Page 356: License Lights
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove bulb from socket and replace. License Lights 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate. Removing Bulb From Socket Prying Lamp from Liftgate...
Page 357 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 3. Pull bulb from socket. Removing Socket from Lamp Removing Bulb From Socket...
Page 358: Center High-Mounted Stoplight
358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center High-Mounted Stoplight Light is an LED assembly. See your authorized dealer for replacement. Off-Road Light 1. Remove the three screws attaching the lens to the housing. Lens Removal...
Page 359 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 2. Unlatch the wire clasp securing the bulb into the 3. Disconnect the bulb from the lamp harness to replace housing and rotate it into the position shown. the bulb. Releasing the bulb Disconnecting bulb...
Page 360 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 13.5 Gallons 51.0 Liters Engine Oil-With Filter All Gasoline Engines (Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters Oil.) Cooling System * Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Miles Formula), or 7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters equivalent.
Page 361 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 362 362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic Transaxle (CVT) Fluid Mopar CVTF + 4 Manual Transaxle Fluid Mopar ATF+4 MS9602 Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) Mopar Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent non- synthetic product.
Page 363 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emission Control System Maintenance ..364 Required Maintenance Intervals ... 367 Maintenance Schedule ....365...
Page 364 364 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis- EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be type must be done at the times or mileages specified to performed by any automotive repair establishment or assure the continued proper functioning of the emission individual using any automotive part, which has been...
Page 365 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 365 if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi- time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. nated.
Page 366 366 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct At Each Stop for Fuel operation. • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while At Each Oil Change the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu- •...
Page 367 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 367 Required Maintenance Intervals Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 6,000 10 000 Rotate Tires. 6,000 10 000 If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty...
Page 368 368 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Replace the spark plugs (2.0L/2.4L Engines). 30,000 50 000 Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service 48,000...
Page 369 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 369 Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter. 120,000 200 000 Replace Accessory Drive Belt(s). 120,000 200 000 WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle.
Page 371: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Reporting Safety Defects ....375 Vehicle ......372 In Canada .
Page 372: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
Warranty service must be done by an authorized or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealer. We strongly recommend service advisor know. that you take your vehicle to your selling dealer. They know you and your vehicle best, and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service.
Page 373 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 373 • Vehicle identification number technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely • Vehicle delivery date and mileage manner. DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s P.O.
Page 374 374 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na- tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922. Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the The manufacturer will not stand behind any service manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract.
Page 375: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 375 MOPAR PARTS WARNING! Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep your Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle operating at its best. vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 376: In Canada
376 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– To order the following manuals, you may use either the 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: website or the phone numbers listed below.
Page 377 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 377 • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals. Call Toll Free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations, these practical manuals make it easy for students and • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) technicians to find and fix problems on computer- controlled vehicle systems and features.
Page 378: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
378 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab- characteristics and climate. lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis- Traction Grades tration.
Page 379: Temperature Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 379 Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 381 INDEX...
Page 382 382 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....244 Alignment and Balance ....264 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 383 INDEX 383 Ball Joints ......327 Bulb Replacement ..... 350,351 Battery .
Page 384 384 INDEX Carrier, Luggage ......154 Climate Control ......214 Catalytic Converter .
Page 385 INDEX 385 Points to Remember ....332,333 Door Locks ......26 Pressure Cap .
Page 386 386 INDEX Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..123 Oil Selection ......318 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) .
Page 387 INDEX 387 Flooded Engine Starting ....228 Capacity ......360 Fluid, Brake .
Page 388 388 INDEX Gasoline (Fuel) ..... . . 275,360 Head Restraints ......106 Gasoline, Reformulated .
Page 389 INDEX 389 Infant Restraint ......57 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....15 Information Center, Vehicle .
Page 390 390 INDEX Bulb Replacement ..... . 351 Seat Belt Reminder ..... 162 Cargo .
Page 391 INDEX 391 Maintenance, General ..... 317 Mopar Parts ......316,375 Maintenance Procedures .
Page 392 392 INDEX Identification Logo ..... 319 Pets ........65 Materials Added to .
Page 393 INDEX 393 Pretensioners Recorder, Event Data ..... . 55 Seat Belts ......43 Recreational Towing .
Page 394 394 INDEX Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ....154 Front Seat ......35 Rotation, Tires .
Page 395 INDEX 395 Service Assistance ..... . . 372 Speedometer ......161 Service Contract .
Page 396 396 INDEX Tachometer ......162 Flat Changing ......302 Taillights .
Page 397 INDEX 397 Towing ....... 281 Overdrive ......235 Disabled Vehicle .
Page 398 398 INDEX Unleaded Gasoline ..... . . 275 Water Driving Through ..... . 239 Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses .
Page 399 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING 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 RemovalLocking Doors With The KeyKey-In-Ignition ReminderSTEERING WHEEL LOCK - MANUAL TRANSMISSION ONLY To Manually Lock the Steering WheelTo Release the Steering Wheel LockSENTRY KEY Replacement Keys Customer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED To Set the AlarmTo Disarm the SystemSecurity System Manual OverrideREMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY - IF EQUIPPED To Unlock the Doors and LiftgateTo Lock the Doors and LiftgateUsing The Panic AlarmTo Turn Off Flash Lights With LockProgramming Additional TransmittersGeneral InformationBattery ReplacementDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors) - If EquippedPOWER WINDOWS- IF EQUIPPED Power Window Switches Auto DownWindow Lockout SwitchLIFTGATE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsAdjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageSecond Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating InstructionsSeat Belt Pretensioners...

This manual is also suitable for:

Compass 2008