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SECTION
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INTRODUCTION

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
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STARTING AND OPERATING
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .
  • Page 2 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....6 How To Use This Manual .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION WARNING! This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is vehicle components contain or emit chemicals supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and known to the State of California to cause cancer and various customer oriented documents.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION 5 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 6: Warnings And Cautions

    6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information.

  • Page 7: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....9 Automatic (Rolling) Door Locks ... .16 Sentry Key Engine Immobilizer —...
  • Page 8 8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Program Additional Transmitters ..20 Lap/Shoulder Belts .....28 Transmitter Linked To Memory Programming .

  • Page 9: A Word About Your Keys

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start You can insert the double sided keys into the locks with and operate the vehicle for more than the two second either side up.
  • Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Sentry Key Immobilizer System indicator light ignition key, the theft alarm light will flash continuously comes on during normal vehicle operation (it has been to signal that the vehicle has been immobilized. If the running for longer than 10 seconds) a fault has been Theft Alarm Light remains On during vehicle operation, detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be...
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may 3. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition and switch be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the the ignition On within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds a Customer Key Programming procedure.

  • Page 12: Ignition Key Removal

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. this device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undes- ired operation Ignition Key Removal Place the shift lever in Park and make sure that the shift knob push-button (vehicles with floor shift) is in the out position.

  • Page 13: Floor Shift Ignition Interlock System

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Floor Shift Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK and the shift knob push button is out. It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the OFF or RUN positions.

  • Page 14: Illuminated Entry System

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM DOOR LOCKS The interior lights will come on when you unlock the Power Door Locks vehicle with the remote keyless entry or central unlock. There is a door lock switch on each front door trim panel. They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors Press this switch to lock or unlock the four doors.

  • Page 15: Central Locking Feature - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the WARNING! ignition switch, with the ignition switch in the ACC, LOCK, or OFF position, and the driver’s door is open, the For personal security and safety in the event of an doors will not lock.

  • Page 16: Automatic (Rolling) Door Locks

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To use the system, open each rear door and use a key to WARNING! move the control near the door latch UP to the “Engage” position as shown on the door label. When the system on Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision.
  • Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 The Automatic Door Locks can be disabled or re-enabled 3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors. by performing the same following procedure: 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. 2.

  • Page 18: Automatic Unlock On Exit (Only Available If Automatic Door Locks Enabled)

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Press upward on the power door unlock switch to Automatic Unlock on Exit (Only Available if unlock the doors. Automatic Door Locks Enabled) This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver’s 4.

  • Page 19: Enable/Disable Lamp Flash

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 1. Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter. 2. Continue to hold the Lock button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Unlock button. 2.

  • Page 20: Panic Alarm

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When entering program mode, all previously Panic Alarm The panic alarm unlocks the driver’s door, turns on the programmed transmitters are erased from memory, interior lights, flashes the headlights and sounds the horn therefore you must reprogram ALL the transmitters for about 3 minutes or until the alarm is turned off.

  • Page 21: Transmitter Linked To Memory Programming

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 one second. Release both buttons simultaneously. You To program your transmitters, perform the following: will hear a chime to signal that you can proceed with 1. Insert key into the igniton and turn the key to the programming the new transmitter.

  • Page 22: General Information

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE transmitters are programmed into the vehicle, the first Transmitter Battery Service transmitter trained will be associated with memory set- The recommended replacement battery is DL 2016 or its ting 1, and the second transmitter trained will be associ- equivalent.

  • Page 23: Security Alarm System

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • Reassemble the transmitter case. Snap the halves to- To set the alarm: gether and test transmitter operation. 1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle. SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM The system monitors the doors, trunk key cylinder, and 2.

  • Page 24: To Disarm The System

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. The SET light on the top of the instrument panel will Tamper Alert flash rapidly for 16 seconds. This shows that the system If the horn sounds 3 times when you unlock a front door is arming.

  • Page 25: Power Windows

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 POWER WINDOWS The window lock switch on the driver’s door allows you Window controls on the driver’s door control all door to disable the window control on the other doors. windows. REMOTE TRUNK LID RELEASE You can open the trunk lid from inside the vehicle by pressing the switch on the left side of the instrument panel.

  • Page 26: Trunk Safety Warning

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Emergency Release WARNING! Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended.

  • Page 27: Occupant Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS WARNING! Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- airbags for both the driver and front passenger and side led up.

  • Page 28: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat Lap/Shoulder Belts. belts are designed to go around the large bones of The belt webbing retractor will lock only during very your body.
  • Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt adjust the front seat.
  • Page 30 30 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 • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will a bit on the shoulder belt, as shown.
  • Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING! WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t and leave you with no protection.

  • Page 32: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted position the belt away from your neck. upward or downward to position the belt away from Seat Belts and Pregnant Women your neck.

  • Page 33: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbag

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental WARNING! Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the extender when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
  • Page 34 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the vehicle is equipped with side airbags, they are WARNING! located inside the driver and front passenger seats, and • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG. covers or attempt to manually open them.
  • Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Along Children that are not big enough to properly wear the with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instru- vehicle seat belt (see section on “Child Restraint”) should ment panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- for the driver and front passenger.
  • Page 36 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. If your vehicle has side airbags, do not lean against the Airbag System Components door, airbags will inflate forcefully into the space be- The airbag system consists of the following: tween you and the door. •...
  • Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • ACM (Airbag Control Module) • The airbag control module also turns on the AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to • SIACM (Side Impact Airbag Control Module) 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on, •...
  • Page 38 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • When the airbag control module detects an impact If A Deployment Occurs requiring the front airbags, it signals the inflator units. The airbag system is designed to deploy when the airbag A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate control module detects a moderate-to-severe frontal col- the airbags.
  • Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 • As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like How the Side Airbag System Works particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation.
  • Page 40 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • In moderate to severe side collisions, the side airbag Maintaining Your Airbag System inflator on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered, releasing a quantity of nontoxic gas. The inflating side WARNING! airbag exits through the seat seam into the space •...

  • Page 41: Child Restraint

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Airbag Light Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck- You will want to have the airbags ready for your led up in a rear seat. According to crash statistics, protection in an impact. While the airbag system children are safer when properly restrained in the rear is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the seat rather than the front.
  • Page 42 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in Infants and Child Restraints the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger • Safety experts recommend that children ride airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least injury or death to infants in this position.
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child NOTE: For additional information, refer to restraint: www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it Older Children and Child Restraints has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are...
  • Page 44 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats LATCH – Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt Anchors and Tether for CH ildren) comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child over the front of the seat when their back is against the restraint anchorage system called LATCH.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 All three rear seating positions have lower Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that anchorages that are capable of accomodating were provided with the child restraint system. LATCH-compatible child seats. These are The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at round bars, located at the lower area of the seat the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seat back,...
  • Page 46 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and WARNING! on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars, Improper installation of a child restraint to the pushing aside the seat cover material.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out. If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may need to do something more.

  • Page 48: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap The engine in your new vehicle does not require a long according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- break-in period.

  • Page 49: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 SAFETY TIPS must remain open, close all windows. Adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the Exhaust Gas vehicle. Set the blower at high speed. Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the WARNING! Vehicle Exhaust gases can injure or kill.

  • Page 50: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Defrosters Lights Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights the blower control on high speed. You should be able to while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high feel the air directed against the windshield.
  • Page 51 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Cup Holders ......55 Seats ....... .59 Front Seat Cupholders Power Seats .
  • Page 52 52 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Turn The Interior Lights On ... . .65 Passing Light ......69 Battery Saver Feature—Interior Lights .
  • Page 53 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 53 Programming The Universal Transceiver ..77 Sun Roof Maintenance ....88 “Rolling Code” Programming ... . .78 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —...
  • Page 54 54 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE C/T Button ......98 Manual Compass Calibration ....98 Compass/Temperature Display .

  • Page 55: Cup Holders

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 55 CUP HOLDERS Rear Seat Cupholders The rear cupholders are located in the rear seat folding Front Seat Cupholders (Concorde Limited arm rest. Lower the arm rest and the cupholders are Vehicles Only) exposed. The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the console.

  • Page 56: Mirrors

    56 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Adjusting The Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Automatic Dimming Mirror Feature This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head- light glare from vehicles behind you.

  • Page 57: Electric Remote Control Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 57 Electric Remote Control Mirrors NOTE: Place the mirror switch in the neutral (center) position to prevent accidental changing of the mirror NOTE: Pre selected power mirror positions (for driver setting. seat only) can be controlled by the Memory Seat Feature. Refer to the Seats section which follows.
  • Page 58 58 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This feature can be turned on or off by performing the WARNING! following procedure: Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side 1. Press and hold the Set button. convex mirror will look smaller and farther away 2.

  • Page 59: Seats

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 59 SEATS WARNING! Power Seats Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could near the floor.

  • Page 60: Driver's Seat Glide -To - Exit Feature

    60 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE During exit, the seat will move rearward from the set WARNING! position when the key is removed from the ignition providing that the seat is not in the full rearward Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the position.

  • Page 61: Lumbar Support

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 61 Lumbar Support Press the switch once to select a heat setting (high or low) This feature allows you to increase or decrease the and press the switch a second time to turn the heated seat amount of lumbar support.

  • Page 62: Programming The Remote Keyless Transmitter For The Memory Feature

    62 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The memory feature switch is located on the outboard 3. A second memory setting can be stored in the vehicle side of the driver’s seat, next to the heated seat switch. memory. Begin with pressing 2 on the memory seat switch for driver 2.

  • Page 63: Head Restraints

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 63 3. Press and release the Set (S) button on the memory Head Restraints seat switch, then press and release button 1 or 2. Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear.

  • Page 64: To Open And Close The Hood

    64 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull up on the hood release lever located under the instru- ment panel. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.

  • Page 65: Interior Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 65 NOTE: The map lights or reading lights that are manu- WARNING! ally switched on will not turn off automatically. If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when Instrument Panel Lighting the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.

  • Page 66: Front Map/Reading Lights

    66 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE on during the daytime such as in a parade or a funeral EXTERIOR LIGHTS procession. To activate this feature, rotate the Dimmer Headlights And Parking Lights Control upward to the first detent. Front Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors.

  • Page 67: Lights-On Reminder

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 Automatic system off, turn the headlight switch clock- wise, to the off position. The engine must be running before the headlights will come on in the automatic mode. NOTE: The Automatic Headlight System will turn on the headlights if it detects that the windshield wipers have been in operation for more than 10 seconds.

  • Page 68: Battery Saver Feature

    68 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Battery Saver Feature MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER If an exterior light is left on when the ignition switch is moved to the Off position, it will automatically turn off after 10 minutes. Normal operation will resume when the ignition is turned On or when the headlight switch is turned to another position.

  • Page 69: Headlight Dimmer Switch

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 Headlight Dimmer Switch Pull the multi-function control lever toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low beam. Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multi-function lever toward the steer- ing wheel.

  • Page 70: Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wipers System

    70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the button is pushed and held while in the OFF Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wipers System position, the wiper will operate for several wipes then Use the intermittent feature of this system when weather turn off.

  • Page 71: Tilt Steering Column

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 TILT STEERING COLUMN WARNING! To tilt the column, pull the small lever below the turn signal control toward you and move the wheel up or Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is down, as desired.

  • Page 72: Traction Control Switch - If Equipped

    72 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Traction Control System comes on each time the TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH — IF EQUIPPED To turn the Traction Control System Off, press the switch ignition switch is turned On. This will occur even if you located on the instrument panel, to the right of the used the switch to turn the Traction system off during the steering column, until the TRAC OFF light in the instru-...

  • Page 73: To Activate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 To Activate: WARNING! Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system ON. The CRUISE light in the instrument cluster will illuminate Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when the system is ON. when not in use is dangerous.

  • Page 74: To Resume Speed

    74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed: To Accelerate For Passing: To resume a previously set speed, push and release the Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the ACCEL/RESUME button. Resume can be used at any pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.

  • Page 75: Overhead Console

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 downshift again to second gear. The transmission will OVERHEAD CONSOLE upshift as the vehicle reaches the top of the hill. The overhead console contains dome/reading lights, an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink ), an When Descending A Hill optional sunroof switch, and either an Electronic Vehicle If vehicle speed rises 3 mph (5 km/h) over the Speed...

  • Page 76: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door is additional information HomeLink , call opened or when the interior lights are turned on by 1–800–355–3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com. rotating the dimmer control located on the multi-function lever.

  • Page 77: Programming The Universal Transceiver

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 WARNING! WARNING! A moving garage door can cause injury to people and Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust while seriously or fatally injured.

  • Page 78: Rolling Code" Programming

    78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Step 2 does not have to be followed to program NOTE: Some entry gates and garage door openers may additional hand held transmitters. require you to replace step 4 with the procedures listed under Canadian Programming.
  • Page 79 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 manufactured after 1996, your garage door opener or 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor other device may have a “Rolling Code” system. head unit. The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener manufacturer.

  • Page 80: Canadian Programming/Gate Programming

    80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE use either your Universal Transceiver or your original Reprogramming A Single Button hand-held transmitter to open you garage door. 1. Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to be Canadian Programming/Gate Programming reprogrammed. Do not release until step 4 has been Canadian frequency laws, and the technology of some completed.

  • Page 81: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. additional information HomeLink , call 1–800–355–3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 82: Programming The Universal Transceiver

    82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! A moving garage door can cause injury to people and Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s engine while seriously or fatally injured.
  • Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 2. Erase the factory test codes by pressing and holding 3. Choose one of the three universal transceiver buttons channels button one and three, of the universal trans- to program. Place the hand-held controller at the lower ceiver, until CLEARED CHANNELS displays (about 20 left corner of the display and approximately 1 to 3 inches seconds).

  • Page 84: Rolling Code" Programming

    84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE both buttons. Your universal transceiver is now pro- NOTE: If you do not successfully program the grammed. After a button has been trained, TRANSMIT Universal Transceiver to learn the signal of the hand- will appear in the display when the button is pressed.

  • Page 85: Canadian Programming/Gate Programming

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 light flashes rapidly and then stays on after 2 seconds, 3. Return to the universal transceiver in the vehicle and the device has the “Rolling Code” feature. firmly press and release the garage door button. Press and release the button a second time to complete the To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code training process.

  • Page 86: Operation

    86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Continue to press and hold the Universal Transceiver 4. When TRAINED appears in the display, the previous button while you press and release the hand held trans- programming for the button has now been erased and a mitter button until the frequency signal has been learned.

  • Page 87: Power Sun Roof - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 HomeLink is a registered trademark owned by Johnson If the sun roof is vented and you wish to open it, press Controls, Inc. and hold the OPEN button. If the sun roof is open and you wish to vent it, press and hold the VENT button.

  • Page 88: Wind Buffeting

    88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if so equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.

  • Page 89: Customer Programmable Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 • WASHER FLUID LOW (with graphic) Espanol. As you continue the displayed information will be shown in the selected language. • MEMORY SEAT DISABLED VEHICLE (not in Park) Customer Programmable Features Press the MENU button until one of the display choices following appears: US or Metric Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects US...
  • Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Auto Door Locks Remote Linked To Memory (Available with When this feature is selected, all doors lock automatically Memory Seat Only) when the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph (25 km/h). When this feature is selected the memory seat, mirror, Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select and radio settings will return to the memory set position “Yes”...
  • Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 feature selected. Pressing the STEP button when in this Service Interval display will select “Yes” or “No.” When this feature is selected a service interval between 2,000 (3 200 km) and 6,000 miles (9 600 km) in 500 mile Headlamp Delay (800 km) increments may be selected.
  • Page 92 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STEP button when in this display will select “Yes” or “YES” or “NO”. When “YES” is selected and the MENU “No.” button is pressed; the EVIC will display “PRESS RE- MOTE LOCK & UNLOCK THEN PRESS UNLOCK”, Tilt Mirrors Down followed by a chime to indicate the training sequence can When this feature is selected, and the vehicle is placed in...

  • Page 93: Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer This display provides the outside temperature, one of the eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing, and vehicle trip information. The com- pass and temperature display is the normal display. When the C/T button is pressed or the customer pro- grammable features have been “stepped through”...
  • Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Step Button Trip Odometer Press the STEP button to cycle through all of the Shows the distance travelled since the last reset. Compass/Mini-Trip Computer displays. Elapsed Time Shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset.
  • Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 After completing three 360° turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects, the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally. Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL symbol does not appear, you must manually put the compass into the “Calibration”...

  • Page 96: Overhead Travel Information Center - If

    96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set the display to “Compass/Temperature.” Press the RESET button approximately five seconds. The last variance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP button to select the new variance zone and press the RESET button to resume normal operation.

  • Page 97: Us/M Button

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within 3 seconds while in any of the 3 resetable displays, the Global Reset button will reset all 3 displays. Step Button Use this button to choose or cycle through the five trip conditions.

  • Page 98: Trip Odometer (Odo)

    98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE three 360 turns at about 5 mph (8 km/h) in an area free Trip Odometer (ODO) This display shows the distance traveled since the last from large metal or metallic objects, the CAL symbol will reset.
  • Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 scroll through numbers 1 through 15. Press the RESET button after selecting the proper zone to return to the normal compass/temperature display. NOTE: To ensure proper compass calibration, make sure the compass variance is properly set before manu- ally calibrating the compass (see variance map).
  • Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Move the fuse slightly right and insert it in the fuse #6 Outside Temperature Because engine temperature can increase the displayed “BAT” location in the fuse block. temperature, temperature readings are slowly updated •...

  • Page 101: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instruments And Controls ....105 Power Switch, Volume Control ... . 114 Instruments And Controls Seek Button (Radio Mode) .
  • Page 102 102 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Seek Button ......118 Tape CD Button ..... . 121 Fast Forward (FF) .
  • Page 103 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 103 Mode Button ......123 Program Button 1 ..... 132 Cassette Player Features .
  • Page 104 104 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ..136 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped ......140 Climate Controls .

  • Page 105: Instruments And Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 105 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 106: Instruments And Controls (Concorde Limited Only)

    106 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS (Concorde Limited Only) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 107: Instrument Cluster

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 107 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 108: Instrument Cluster (Concorde Limited Only)

    108 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (CONCORDE LIMITED ONLY) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 109: Instrument Cluster Description

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 109 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 4. TRAC ON/OFF Lights The Traction Control On light (TRAC ON) will come on 1. Fuel Gauge momentarily as a bulb check when the ignition switch is When the ignition is in the ON position, the first turned ON.
  • Page 110 110 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Turn Signal Indicators 12. Low Washer Fluid Light The arrow will flash in unison with the exterior This symbol will light whenever the fluid reser- turn signal, when using the turn signal lever. voir is less than 1/4 filled. Adding washer fluid will cause the light to go out the next time the 8.
  • Page 111 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 111 If the pointer rises to the “H” mark, stop the vehicle and through several of your typical driving cycles. In most turn off the engine until the problem is corrected. situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing.
  • Page 112 112 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There- 22. ABS Light fore, if the odometer reading is changed during repair or This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake system replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading described elsewhere in this manual.

  • Page 113: Setting The Analog Clock-If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 113 This light monitors both the brake fluid level and the NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is parking brake. If the light comes on, it indicates either on. It does not show the degree of brake application. that the parking brake is on or there is a low fluid level in In an ABS equipped vehicle, the Brake System Warning the brake master cylinder.

  • Page 114: Clock Setting Procedure

    114 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is a Concorde Limited, you can ask your SALES CODE RAZ—AM/ FM STEREO RADIO dealer to enable the digital clock to be displayed continu- WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD ously when the radio is off and the ignition switch is on. PLAYER —...

  • Page 115: Seek Button (Radio Mode)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 115 Seek Button (Radio Mode) Toggle the PTY button to select the following format Press and release the Seek button to search for the next types: station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the Program Type Radio Display button to seek up and the bottom to seek down.

  • Page 116: Balance

    116 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing PTY, then SCAN will scan the FM Band and stop Program Type Radio Display at all RDS stations. Each RDS station will be played for a Soft Soft 10 second scan once around the FM Band and stop at the Soft Rock Soft Rck last station.

  • Page 117: Am/Fm Selection

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 117 AM/FM Selection You may add a second station to each push-button by Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. The repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press operating mode will be displayed next to the station the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display frequency.

  • Page 118: Seek Button

    118 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Seek Button Tape Eject Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the Press the EJT Tape button and the cassette will disengage tape and down to return to the beginning of the current and eject from the radio.

  • Page 119: Noise Reduction

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 119 Noise Reduction up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD The Dolby Noise Reduction System* is on whenever the Player. tape player is on, but may be switched off. If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch from To turn off the Dolby Noise reduction System: Press the radio to CD mode and begin to play.

  • Page 120: Ejt Cd (Eject) Button

    120 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press TUNE FF to fast forward through the tracks. Press EJT CD (Eject) Button Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the FF button a second time to stop the fast forward the entrance for easy removal.

  • Page 121: Tape Cd Button

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 121 Tape CD Button SALES CODE RBB—AM/FM STEREO RADIO Press this button to select between CD player and Tape WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD player. CHANGER CAPABILITY Time Button Press this button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day.

  • Page 122: Power Button

    122 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Button Tune The volume control/power button pops out when Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or pressed, this turns the sound system ON in the mode last decrease the frequency. If the button is pushed and held, used.

  • Page 123: Balance

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 123 stations to be locked into push-button memory. The AM/FM Selection stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. The pressing the push-button twice. operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency.

  • Page 124: Cd Changer Control Capability - If Equipped

    124 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Music Search Time Button Pressing the SEEK button while playing a tape will start Press the time button to toggle between station frequency the Music Search mode. Press the SEEK button up for the and time of day. next selection on the tape and down to return to the Pressing this button while playing a cassette tape will beginning of the current selection, or return to the...
  • Page 125 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125 Mode Button Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second To activate the CD changer, press the MODE button until time or by ejecting the CD from the changer. CD information appears on the display. CD Diagnostic Indicators Push-Button When driving over a very rough road, the CD player may...

  • Page 126: Radio Display Messages

    126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Display Messages SALES CODE RBK—AM/ FM STEREO RADIO Your radio has been designed to display certain messages WITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER when a problem is detected with the CD player. CONTROLS Radio Operation Power/Volume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on.
  • Page 127 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127 Seek Bass and Treble Tone Control Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next The tone controls consist of 2 separate bands. The bass station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the band is on the left, and the treble band is on the right.

  • Page 128: Cd Player Operation

    128 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second station to each push-button by NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap- repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press proved by the party responsible for compliance could the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129 display will show the track number and index time in Random Play — RND/Program Button 4 minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing one.

  • Page 130: Cd Changer Operation - If Equipped

    130 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL stop at the beginning/end of any track until you release CD Changer Operation — If Equipped the button). MODE Press the MODE button to select between the cassette Disc/Program Button 5 tape player, CD player, and the CD changer (if equipped). Press the DISC (button 5) button to play the previous disc.

  • Page 131: Disc Cd Changer - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 131 6 DISC CD CHANGER — IF EQUIPPED To insert additional CDs into the changer, the instructions The CD changer is located below the radio in the follow: instrument panel. The changer plays only 4 ⁄ inch (12 1.

  • Page 132: Seek Button

    132 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The changer will not random play between Seek Button Press the top of this button on the radio once to play the discs. next track. Press the bottom of the button once to return Press the top of the Seek button once to move to the next to the beginning of the current track.

  • Page 133: Removing Discs From The Cd Changer

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 • Pressing the AM/FM button while in the tape or CD REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF mode will select the radio mode. EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear • If in the CD mode and the last CD is ejected, the radio surface of the steering wheel.

  • Page 134: Radio Operation

    134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the between the various modes available (AM/FM/TAPE/ second selection, three times, it will play the third, etc. CD, Etc.).

  • Page 135: Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the Maintain your cassette tape player. The head and capstan second track, three times, it will play the third, etc. shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played.

  • Page 136: Compact Disc Maintenance

    136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES To keep the compact discs in good condition, take the Under certain conditions, the operation of a cellular following precautions: phone in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy perfor- mance from your radio.
  • Page 137 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 CLIMATE CONTROLS to the O (Off) position to shut off the fan and to prevent any outside air from entering the vehicle. This also turns Manual Air Conditioning/Heater Operation off the A/C compressor. Temperature Control Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment.
  • Page 138 138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The warmer air goes to the floor outlets. This feature Panel Recirculation Directs all air through the panel outlets. provides improved comfort during sunny but cool con- ditions. Bi-Level Recirculation Directs air through the panel and floor outlets. Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a NOTE: Continuous use of the Recirculate modes may...
  • Page 139 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in through the condenser as required. Fabric front fascia this mode. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the protectors may reduce air flow to the condenser, reducing windshield. To improve fuel economy, leave in the De- air conditioning performance.
  • Page 140 140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The defroster turns off automatically after 15 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If minutes of operation. Each later activation will allow 7 Equipped 1/2 minutes of operation. CAUTION! To avoid damaging the electrical conductors, do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the rear window.
  • Page 141 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 near the windshield glass. The In-Car Temperature Sen- Fan Control sor is mounted behind the ATC control panel. These Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced sensors transmit data on sun strength and vehicle interior through the system in any mode you select.
  • Page 142 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system adjusts to bring the interior temperature to engine speed or power may be noticed when the com- the desired comfort level. All comfort settings are auto- pressor is on. This is a normal occurrence since the matic;...
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 Panel NOTE: There is a varying difference in temperature Air is directed through the outlets in the instru- between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct The warmer air goes to the floor outlets.
  • Page 144 144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The defroster turns off automatically after 15 Hot Weather Automatic Recirculation minutes of operation. Each later activation will allow 7 The system will automatically recirculate the air inside 1/2 minutes of operation. the vehicle when the interior is very warm. This will provide maximum cooling.
  • Page 145 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 Rear Seat Air Outlets The center console on vehicles with bucket seats has upper and lower outlets located on the rear of the console. Air is directed through the outlets in all Modes. A control can be used to direct the flow of air to either the upper or lower outlets.
  • Page 146 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips (Manual A/C and ATC) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 147 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 Outside Air Intake Make sure that the air intake directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions. Leaves, snow, etc., could block air flow into the vehicle. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 148 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 149: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....151 Parking Brake ......156 Normal Starting .
  • Page 150 150 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning ......163 MMT In Gasoline ..... 169 Tire Chains .

  • Page 151: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 151 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death. The gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear.

  • Page 152: If Engine Fails To Start

    152 STARTING AND OPERATING If the engine fails to start after following the Normal If Engine Fails To Start Starting procedure, it may be flooded. Push the accelera- tor pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while CAUTION! cranking the engine.

  • Page 153: After Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 153 After Starting CAUTION! The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed: ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — Optional U.S. and Standard Canada •...

  • Page 154: Transaxle Reset Mode

    154 STARTING AND OPERATING Transaxle Reset Mode Gear Ranges The transaxle is monitored for abnormal conditions. If a “P” Park condition is detected that could cause damage, the trans- axle automatically shifts into second gear. The transaxle NOTE: If the key is in the RUN position, you must remains in second gear despite the forward gear selected.
  • Page 155 STARTING AND OPERATING 155 under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, travel- WARNING! ing into strong head winds, or while towing heavy trailers, use the “3” range). Never use the Park position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully “3”...

  • Page 156: Parking Brake

    156 STARTING AND OPERATING Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking “L” Low This range should be used for maximum engine braking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the when descending steep grades. In this range, up-shifts Park position.

  • Page 157: Brake System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 157 precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a BRAKE SYSTEM downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill Your vehicle is equipped with power brakes as standard grade. equipment. In the event you lose power assist for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the The parking brake should always be applied when the engine off), the brakes will still function.

  • Page 158: Power Steering

    158 STARTING AND OPERATING signals for the ABS computer. However, the system will POWER STEERING compensate when the compact spare is in use. Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted steering as standard equipment. The power assisted steering system During stops where ABS is activated, a vibration of the of your vehicle provides mechanical steering capability brake pedal may be felt and associated system noises in the event power assist is lost.

  • Page 159: Traction Control- If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 159 TRACTION CONTROL— IF EQUIPPED This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is The Traction Control System reduces wheel slip and a normal condition. After cooling, the system will auto- maintains traction at the driving (front) wheels. The matically reactivate and turn off the TRAC OFF light.
  • Page 160 160 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Safety— 2. Economy— Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal WARNING! wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can earlier tire replacement.

  • Page 161: Tire Inflation Pressures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 161 Tire Inflation Pressures period. The cold inflation pressure must not exceed the The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is listed on a maximum values molded into the tire side wall. label attached to the rear face of the driver’s door. The Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi [.13 to.41 pressure should be checked and adjusted at least once bars](13 to 40 kPa) during operation.

  • Page 162: Radial-Ply Tires

    162 STARTING AND OPERATING Compact Spare Tire WARNING! Maintain the compact spare tire inflation pressure at 60 psi [4.1 bars](414 kPa). Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) High speed driving with your vehicle under load is while the compact spare is installed on the vehicle. dangerous.

  • Page 163: Tire Spinning

    STARTING AND OPERATING 163 WARNING! WARNING! Temporary-use spare tires are for emergency use Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- only. With the compact spare tire assembly installed ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- on your vehicle, do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). age or failure.

  • Page 164: Snow Tires

    164 STARTING AND OPERATING Snow Tires Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during winter. Standard tires are of the all season type and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the M+S designation on the tire sidewall. If you need snow tires, see the tire pressure label for size(s) and inflation pressure(s).

  • Page 165: Replacement Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 165 Replacement Tires WARNING! The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many • characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that wear and correct inflation pressure. The manufacturer specified for your vehicle.

  • Page 166: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    166 STARTING AND OPERATING Rotate your tires at intervals shown on the maintenance CAUTION! schedules. More frequent rotation is permissible if de- sired. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should Replacing original tires with tires of a different size be corrected before rotating.

  • Page 167: Alignment And Balance

    STARTING AND OPERATING 167 Alignment And Balance FUEL REQUIREMENTS The suspension components of your vehicle should be Your engine is designed to meet all emis- inspected and aligned when needed to obtain full tire sions regulations and provide satisfactory tread mileage. fuel economy and performance when us- ing high quality unleaded gasoline having Poor suspension alignment may result in:...

  • Page 168: Reformulated Gasoline

    168 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with mate- tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define rials called oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE and fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, ETBE.

  • Page 169: Mmt In Gasoline

    STARTING AND OPERATING 169 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 170: Adding Fuel

    170 STARTING AND OPERATING unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to determine if the CAUTION! problem is fuel related prior to returning your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service. To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. CAUTION! NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks”...

  • Page 171: Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 171 Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in the The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the driver’s following sample chart and on the tire pressure label side of the vehicle.

  • Page 172: Luggage Racks

    172 STARTING AND OPERATING • For vehicles equipped with 2.7L engines: when driv- Luggage Racks External racks do not increase the total load carrying ing in hot weather (more than 95°F, 35°C), maximum capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total occupant and vehicle speed when towing a trailer should not exceed luggage load inside the vehicle, plus that on the external 65 mph (105 km/h).
  • Page 173 STARTING AND OPERATING 173 NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level WARNING! before all towing. Fluid discoloration, or a burnt odor, shows the need for a transmission fluid and filter change. Connecting trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic brake lines can overload your brake system and cause it to fail.
  • Page 174 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 175: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....176 Jump-Starting The Battery ....182 If Your Engine Overheats .

  • Page 176: Hazard Warning Flasher

    176 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is on the steering column, just flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition behind the steering wheel.

  • Page 177: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 177 the fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act WARNING! as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant.

  • Page 178: Preparations For Jacking

    178 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking WARNING! • Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers and park the Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery vehicle close to moving traffic.
  • Page 179 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 179 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to loosen 4. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack the lug nuts of the flat tire. saddle with the lift area of the sill flange, use the lift area closest to the flat tire.
  • Page 180 180 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts, wheel cover (if equipped) and tire. Remove the cover by hand, do not pry off. 7.

  • Page 181: Compact Spare Tire-For Temporary Emergency Use Only

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 181 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack Compact Spare Tire-For Temporary Emergency handle counterclockwise. Use Only • Keep tire inflated to 60 PSI (414 KPa) Cold Inflation 10. Fully tighten the lug nuts. Torque the wheel lug nuts to 100 ft/lb.

  • Page 182: Wheel Cover Installation (If Required)

    182 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Cover Installation (If Required) JUMP-STARTING THE BATTERY WARNING! Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be hurt by the fan. CAUTION! Do not try to push or tow your vehicle to get it started.
  • Page 183 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 183 WARNING! Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the contaminated area immediately with large quantities of water.
  • Page 184 184 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Check the Battery Test Indicator. If a light or bright colored dot is visible in the indicator, DO NOT jump-start the battery. If the indicator is dark or shows a green dot, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 185: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 185 6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster Traction battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.

  • Page 186: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    186 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control, turn Only two ways of towing are approved; front towing and the system off before attempting to “rock” the vehicle. flat bed towing.

  • Page 187: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 2.7L Engine ......189 Maintenance-Free Battery ....203 3.5L Engine .
  • Page 188 188 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fuel System Hoses ....217 Fog Light ......230 Automatic Transaxle .

  • Page 189: 2.7L Engine

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 189 2.7L ENGINE I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 190: L Engine

    190 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3.5L ENGINE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 191: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 191 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! To meet new government regulations and promote cleaner air, your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Prolonged driving with the light on could cause onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system further damage to the emission control system.

  • Page 192: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    192 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE or start the engine. PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass 3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.

  • Page 193: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 193 If your OBD system is not ready, you should see your REPLACEMENT PARTS authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was Use of genuine Mopar parts for normal/scheduled recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in- you may need to do nothing more than drive your sure the designed performance.

  • Page 194: Maintenance Procedures

    194 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil WARNING! Checking Oil Level You can be badly injured working on or around a To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which engine oil must be maintained, at the correct level. Check you have the knowledge and the proper equipment.
  • Page 195 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 195 3.5L Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Oil Dipstick The best time to check the oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 196 196 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground also will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these engines.
  • Page 197 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 197 Change Engine Oil NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change your Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, interval at which your oil should be changed. whichever comes first and follow schedule “B”...
  • Page 198 198 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection Engine Oil Viscosity Charts For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, we only recommend en- gine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler’s Material Standard MS-6395. Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-6395.
  • Page 199 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 199 SAE 5W-30 oil is preferred for use in 2.7L engines within the operating temperatures shown in the viscosity chart. You are highly encouraged to use SAE 5W-30 oils to aid in low temperature starting and for improved fuel economy.
  • Page 200 200 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE dealer, service station, or governmental agency for advice and procedures shown in the Service Manual. See the on how and where used oil can be safely discarded in Consumer Assistance section for information on ordering your area. a Service Manual.
  • Page 201 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 201 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- WARNING! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to seek service to assure proper catalyst operation A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over and prevent possible catalyst damage.

  • Page 202: Crankcase Emission Control System

    202 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Timing Belt Air Cleaner Filter Replace the engine timing belt at the intervals described Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at in the appropriate maintenance schedule. the intervals shown on Schedule “A”. If, however, you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or severe con- Crankcase Emission Control System ditions, the filter element should be inspected periodi-...

  • Page 203: Maintenance-Free Battery

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 203 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma- nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can periodic maintenance required. burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing.

  • Page 204: Air Conditioner

    204 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner CAUTION! Check the air conditioning system at the start of the warm weather season. It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems positive post and the negative cable is attached to the lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con- negative post.

  • Page 205: Power Steering Fluid Check

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 205 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Power Steering Fluid Check The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains R-134a, a refrigerant that does not deplete the ozone layer WARNING! in the upper atmosphere. The manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be done by facilities using Fluid level should be checked with the engine off to refrigerant recyling and recovery equipment that meets prevent injury from moving parts.
  • Page 206 206 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid level should be maintained at the proper level indicated on the side of the reservoir. If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. See your dealer or the Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts section in this manual for the correct power steering fluid for your vehicle.

  • Page 207: Chassis Lubrication

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 207 Chassis Lubrication Body Mechanism Lubrication Body and other operating mechanisms and linkages Front Suspension Ball Joints should be inspected, cleaned, and lubricated, as required, Inspect these ball joints whenever your vehicle is ser- to maintain ease of operation and to provide protection viced.
  • Page 208 208 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE External Lock Cylinders Other Body Mechanisms Lubricate the external lock cylinders twice a year, prefer- The following body mechanisms should be inspected ably in the fall and spring. Apply a small amount of and, if necessary, all pivot and sliding contact areas of lubricant, such as Mopar Lock Cylinder Lubricant di- these components should be lubricated with the lubricant rectly into the lock cylinder (avoid excess lubricant).

  • Page 209: Windshield Wiper Blades

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 209 Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula- tions of salt or road film. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades.

  • Page 210: Exhaust System

    210 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System Cooling System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust WARNING! system. • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition key or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle;...
  • Page 211 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 211 Check the front of the radiator and condenser for any coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. Clean the radiator and puddles on the ground. Prevent ingestion by animals or condenser by gently spraying water from a garden hose children.
  • Page 212 212 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) may be used if The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any temperatures below -37°F (-38°C) are anticipated. accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized WARNING! water when mixing the water/antifreeze solution.
  • Page 213 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 213 Coolant Level Points to Remember The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles of determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the operation, you may observe vapor coming from the front engine Off and cold, the level of the coolant in the bottle of the engine compartment.

  • Page 214: Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses

    214 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Maintain coolant concentration of a minimum of 50% Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high ethylene glycol and high quality water with recom- heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose mended antifreeze for proper corrosion protection of routing to be sure hoses do not touch any heat source or your engine cooling system that contains aluminum moving component that may cause heat damage or...
  • Page 215 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 215 NOTE: Often, fluids such as oil, power steering fluid, WARNING! and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera- tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. There- Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and fore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not neces- possibly an accident.
  • Page 216 216 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked fer to the Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine when performing under hood services, or immediately if Parts section for the correct fluid type.

  • Page 217: Fuel System Hoses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 217 Fuel System Hoses Selection of Lubricant Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the designed with hoses and clamps which have unique transaxle to assure optimum transaxle performance. Use material characteristics to provide adequate sealing and only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission resist attack by deteriorated gasoline.
  • Page 218 218 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the automatic transaxle should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transaxle and of the fluid. 3.5L Transmission Dipstick Procedure For Checking Fluid Level To properly check the automatic transaxle fluid level, the...
  • Page 219 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 219 • Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated. Fluid and Filter Changes Remove dipstick and note reading. Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed as follows: • If the fluid is hot (180° F / 82° C) , the reading should be in the cross hatched area marked ”HOT”...

  • Page 220: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    220 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Stone and gravel impact. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion • Insects, tree sap and tar. Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. graphic locations and usage.
  • Page 221 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 221 • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or CAUTION! similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil- such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will ity of the owner.
  • Page 222 222 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use a mild soap and warm water solution to clean vinyl abrasive and damage the leather surface and should be or leather upholstery. For stubborn stains, use Mopar removed immediately with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils Vinyl Cleaner.
  • Page 223 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 223 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- molded in clear plastic.

  • Page 224: Fuses

    224 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Underhood Fuses The fuse block is behind the end cover at the left side of A Power Distribution center is located in the engine the instrument panel. Pull the cover straight away from compartment. This center contains fuses and relays for the instrument panel for access to the fuses.
  • Page 225 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 225 Cavity Fuse Circuits CAUTION! 10 Amp Red Turn Signal Lights, Turn When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use Signal/Hazard Indicator only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The 15 Amp Lt. Right Low Beam use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may Blue result in a dangerous electrical system overload.

  • Page 226: Replacement Light Bulbs

    226 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS Cavity Fuse Circuits 20 Amp Yel- Power Amplifier, Horn Interior Light Bulbs Bulb No. Turn Signal ......PC194 15 Amp Lt.

  • Page 227: Bulb Replacement

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 227 BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight, Parking Light Replacement 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the upper crossmember attachments on both sides of the vehicle; 6 in total. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 228 228 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove the headlamp jackscrews on both sides of the 4. Remove the windshield filler neck screw. vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 229 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 229 5. Remove the speed control servo screw. 6. Lift and prop the crossmember above the headlamp on the side being serviced, and remove the electrical con- nectors from the headlamp. 7. Pull headlamp up and under crossmember to remove it from the vehicle.

  • Page 230: Front Park And Turn Signal Light

    230 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 11. Reinstall the upper crossmember attachments, head- Fog Light lamp jackscrews, windshield filler neck screw and speed control servo screw. Front Park and Turn Signal Light 1. Remove the headlight assembly from the vehicle. 2. Turn the park/turn signal bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise and remove it from the housing.

  • Page 231: Center Stop Light

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 231 5. Connect the wiring connector to the new bulb and Tail, Stop, Back Up, and Turn Signal Lights reinstall the assembly. 1. Open the trunk and remove the fasteners securing the Center Stop Light light housing to the body. 1.

  • Page 232: License Plate Light

    232 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket License Plate Light assembly. 1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia. 4. Reattach the light to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly and pull the bulb from the socket.

  • Page 233: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 233 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 17 Gallons 64 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.7 & 3.5 Liter Engine 5 Qts 4.7 Liters Cooling System* 2.7 Liter Engine 10.5 Qts 10 Liters 3.5 Liter Engine 11 Qts 10.5 Liters * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.

  • Page 234: Chassis

    234 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Axle Differential (front-rear) Mopar Hypoid Gear Lubricant (SAE 80W-90). Do not use synthetic gear lu- bricants. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT-3 Brake Fluid. Power Steering Reservoir Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.

  • Page 235: Maintenance Schedules

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emission Control System Maintenance ..236 Schedule “B” ......239 Maintenance Schedules .
  • Page 236 236 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold There are two maintenance schedules that show the type must be done at the times or mileages specified to required service for your vehicle. assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system.
  • Page 237 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 237 NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change your CAUTION! engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the Failure to perform the required maintenance items Maintenance Schedules section of this manual.
  • Page 238 238 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals •...
  • Page 239 SCHEDULE “B” 239 • Trailer towing. SCHEDULE “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle • Taxi, police or delivery service (commercial ser- under one or more of the following conditions. Change vices). the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 •...
  • Page 240 240 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) (29 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
  • Page 241 SCHEDULE “B” 241 Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) (53 000) (58 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
  • Page 242 242 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000 (Kilometers) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
  • Page 243 SCHEDULE “B” 243 Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (91 000) (96 000) (101 000) (106 000) (110 000) (115 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
  • Page 244 244 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
  • Page 245 SCHEDULE “B” 245 Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 100,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
  • Page 246 246 SCHEDULE “A” SCHEDULE “A” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) (58 000) [Months] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
  • Page 247 SCHEDULE “A” 247 Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) (115 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
  • Page 248 248 SCHEDULE “A” Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (163 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
  • Page 249 SCHEDULE “A” 249 WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
  • Page 250 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 251: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Reporting Safety Defects ....255 Vehicle ......252 In Canada .

  • Page 252: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    252 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in YOUR VEHICLE your satisfaction. We want you to be happy with our Prepare For The Appointment products and services.
  • Page 253 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 253 • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center general manager or owner of the dealership. They P.O. Box 1621 want to know if you need assistance. Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone —(800) 465–2001 •...

  • Page 254: Warranty Information

    254 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for your when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex- also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and pected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with...

  • Page 255: Mopar Parts

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 255 MOPAR PARTS To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are Hotline toll free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Wash- available from your dealer. They will help you keep your ington DC area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S.
  • Page 256 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 257: Publication Order Forms

    PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 258 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 259: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 259 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM Traction Grades TIRE QUALITY GRADES The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and The following describes the tire grading categories estab- C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis- pavement as measured under controlled conditions on tration.
  • Page 260 260 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE corresponds to a level of performance which all passen- WARNING! ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent The temperature grade is established for a tire that is higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel properly inflated and not overloaded.
  • Page 261 INDEX I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 262 262 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . 157 Appearance Care ..... . . 220 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System .
  • Page 263 INDEX 263 Saving Feature ....65,66,68 Luggage Carrier ..... . 172 Belts, Drive .
  • Page 264 264 INDEX Instrument Panel ..... 223 Drain, Flush, and Refill ....211 Seat Belts .
  • Page 265 INDEX 265 Disposal Break-In Recommendations ....48 Antifreeze ......211 Checking Oil Level .
  • Page 266 266 INDEX Flashers Gauges Hazard Warning ..... . 176 Coolant Temperature ....110 Flat Tire Changing .
  • Page 267 INDEX 267 Homelink Transmitter ....76,81 Key-In Reminder ......12 Hood Release .
  • Page 268 268 INDEX Dome ....... 75 Service Engine Soon ....191 Door Ajar .
  • Page 269 INDEX 269 Memory Feature ..... . 57,61 Quality ......198 Memory Seat .
  • Page 270 270 INDEX Seats ....... 59 Remote Keyless Entry ....18 Steering .
  • Page 271 INDEX 271 Seats ....... . . 59 Engine ......232 Cleaning .
  • Page 272 272 INDEX Tilt Steering Column ..... 71 Towing ......172 Time Delay, Headlight .
  • Page 273 INDEX 273 Trunk Release, Emergency ....26 Warning Flasher, Hazard ....176 Trunk Release Remote Control .

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