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INTRODUCTION

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATING

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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Page 1: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 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 Vehicle Identification Number ....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 vehicle components contain or emit chemicals the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is known to the State of California to cause cancer and supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information.
Page 7: Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
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Page 9 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Manual Door Locks .....17 A Word About Your Keys ....12 ▫...
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Power Vent Windows — If Equipped ..40 Vehicle Theft Alarm — If Equipped ...26 ▫...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ DaimlerChrysler Corporation Integrated Engine Break-In Recommendations ...82 Child Seat — If Equipped ....69 Safety Tips .
Page 12: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Removal The shift lever must be in PARK. Turn the key to the OFF position, then the LOCK position.
Page 13: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 The power window switches, radio, power NOTE: CAUTION! outlets, and removable console (if equipped), will remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always been turned off.
Page 14 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only keys that If the Theft Alarm/Immobilizer Light comes on during have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start normal vehicle operation (vehicle has been running for and operate the vehicle.
Page 15: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer been programmed to the vehicle electronics. System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the dealer.
Page 16: General Information
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and General Information turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10 The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 seconds a single chime will sound.
Page 17: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console, door courtesy and liftgate lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the interior lights ON position (extreme top position). • The illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “defeat”...
Page 18: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks — If Equipped WARNING! A power door lock switch is on each front door trim • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 19 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 If you press the power door lock switch while the key is The Automatic Door Locks can be enabled or disabled by in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power performing the following procedure: locks will not operate.
Page 20: Remote Keyless Entry - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Unlock On Exit— If Equipped REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and power door locks if: liftgate, and activate the panic alarm, optional power liftgate, left power sliding door, and right power sliding 1.
Page 21 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Three button transmitters will provide basic UNLOCK, options of the system allow you to turn ON/OFF the LOCK and PANIC functions. Sound Horn On Lock, Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st, and Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock features. Three Button Transmitter Six Button Transmitter Six button transmitters will provide functions that allow...
Page 22: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the doors and liftgate: To lock the doors and liftgate: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to once to unlock the driver’s door side of the vehicle, or lock all doors and liftgate.
Page 23: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Using The Panic Alarm: To Program Transmitters: To turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF, press and Refer to SENTRY KEY “Customer Key Programming.” hold the PANIC button on the transmitter for at least one (See page 15 for more information.) second and release.
Page 24 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Open/Close Left Power Sliding Door — If If the vehicle is not equipped with a right power sliding Equipped door and the door is closed and locked, pressing the Press the LEFT button twice within five seconds to button twice will result in the right side doors becoming open/close the left power sliding door.
Page 25: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • This device must accept any interference received, vehicles so equipped. The table below explains the Lamp Flash options. (See page 164 for more information.) including interference that may cause undesired op- eration.
Page 26: Vehicle Theft Alarm - If Equipped
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a thin 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the coin to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal.
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 To arm the system: Remove the key from the ignition and moving the ignition switch to the ON/START posi- switch and either: tion will disarm the system. If you disarm the system and access the liftgate area, the system must be rearmed, as 1.
Page 28: Sliding Side Door
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The system remains armed during liftgate entry, press- The alarm system will be activated when the battery is ing the liftgate button will not disarm the system, if connected if the system was previously armed. The someone enters the vehicle through the liftgate and exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound, and the opens any door the alarm will sound.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Avoid high impacts against the door stop when open- ing the door. This is very important when your vehicle is parked on an incline as the door will slide faster in the downhill direction.
Page 30: Sliding Door Open Flash
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The driver’s side sliding door cannot be opened 4. A single chime will sound to signify that you have while the fuel door is open. This feature operates only successfully completed the programming. when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the You can turn the feature back on by repeating the above fuel door.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 The power sliding door may also be opened by pressing There are power sliding door switches located on the the switches on the overhead console or the switch trim panel just in front of the power sliding door for the located on the trim panel just in front of the sliding door.
Page 32 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the power sliding door is not in the full open or close If the inside or outside door handles are used while the power sliding door is activated, the power sliding door position, it will fully open when a power sliding door feature will be canceled and the door must be opened or switch is pressed.
Page 33: Child Protection Door Lock
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the sliding doors are equipped with a child protection door lock system. WARNING! To avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a colli- sion.
Page 34: Liftgate
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power sliding door will operate from the switches LIFTGATE located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also door, regardless of the child lock lever position.
Page 35: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: On vehicles without power locks, the liftgate can only be opened using the vehicle keys. The key must be held in the unlocked position for the liftgate to open. Power Liftgate — If Equipped The power liftgate may be opened manually or by using the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 36 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power liftgate may also be opened by pressing the WARNING! button located on the overhead console. During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path is clear.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • The power liftgate must be in the full open or close • If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions positions for any of the buttons to operate. If the within the same cycle, the system will automatically liftgate is not in the full open or close positions it must stop and must be opened or closed manually.
Page 38: Seat Storage Bin Safety Warning
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- As a security measure, a Storage Bin Cover Emergency ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when Release strap is built into the storage bin cover latching opening the liftgate in cold weather.
Page 39: Reinstalling Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: In the event of an individual being locked inside the storage bin, the storage bin cover can be opened from inside of the bin by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark strap attached to the storage bin cover latching mechanism. Reinstalling Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release If the storage bin cover strap disengages from the latch, it...
Page 40: Windows
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS Manual Rear Vent Windows A lever at the rear of each window releases the window so that it can be pushed out for ventilation. Power Vent Windows — If Equipped Switches on the driver’s door trim panel let the driver operate the two vent windows from the front seat.
Page 41: Power Windows - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Power Windows — If Equipped Auto Down Feature — If Equipped You can control either front window using switches on the The driver’s window switch has an auto down feature. driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the passenger’s door trim panel which operates the passenger window will go down automatically.
Page 42: Occupant Restraints
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting. OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems.
Page 43: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 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. In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- Lap/Shoulder Belts led up.
Page 44 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, belts are designed to go around the large bones of people riding in these areas are more likely to be your body.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the front seats and next to your arm in the rear seats. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
Page 46 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of on the shoulder belt.
Page 48 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. downward to help position the belt away from your The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. neck. The upper anchorage can be adjusted upward by If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to pushing anywhere on the anchorage.
Page 49: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position.
Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. Sliding The Latch Plate 4.
Page 51: Center Lap Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Center Lap Belts WARNING! The center seating positions have a lap belt only. To fasten • A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. the lap belt, slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”.
Page 52: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert)
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96 belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be seconds or until the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt worn snugly and positioned properly.
Page 53: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 2. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position (engine Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s or does not need to be running), and wait for the Seat Belt front passenger’s seat belt remains unbuckled. Warning Light to turn off.
Page 54: Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE should be used only if the existing belt is not long is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove enough. When it is not required, remove the extender compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on and stow it.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size. Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federal regulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to “Occupant Classification System”...
Page 56 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat WARNING! hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the • Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers proper performance of the window bags.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 If your vehicle is equipped, the window bag on the crash Children that are not big enough to properly wear the side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side vehicle seat belt (refer to section on Child Restraint) collisions.
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. All occupants should wear their lap and shoulder WARNING! belts properly. • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags with your seat belt to restrain you properly.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 • Knee Impact Bolster The Airbag System consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker • AIRBAG Readiness Light • Front Passenger Seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) —...
Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE proper rate of inflation. The front airbag inflators are first turned on. After the self-check, the AIRBAG designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation. warning light will turn off. The PAD indicator light will function normally (Refer to “Passenger Airbag •...
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are • The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed to located in the center of the steering wheel and the right activate only in certain side collisions. When the ORC side of the instrument panel.
Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • When the ORC and the side impact sensors (with side classify an occupant into a size category based on impact option) detects a collision requiring the Driver sensor readings from within the seat cushion. Occu- Inflatable Knee Blocker , it signals the inflator unit.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 removal or loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may be used. If there is a fault present in the system, the AIRBAG warning light will illuminate indicating that you should take the vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remember, if the PAD indicator light is illuminated the categories based on the input from the Bladder Assem- passenger front airbag will not inflate. For almost all bly and Belt Tension Sensor. The size categories in- properly installed child restraints, the “PAD Indicator clude empty, child, and adult.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • The Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) — If Equipped is WARNING! located at the outboard passenger lap belt anchor. The BTS generates a signal based on outboard lap belt Unapproved modifications or service procedures to tension.
Page 66 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not use prior or future model year seat covers not If A Deployment Occurs designated for the specific model being repaired. Al- The airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags ways use the correct seat cover specified for the when the ORC and impact sensors detect a moderate-to- vehicle.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a WARNING! few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. Deployed airbags, front seat belt buckle pretension- ers and driver inflatable knee blocker cannot protect •...
Page 68 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! WARNING! • You need proper knee impact protection in a collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause equipment on or behind the knee bolsters.
Page 69: Daimlerchrysler Corporation Integrated Child Seat - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 • The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second Child Restraint interval. Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times — babies and children, too. Every state in the •...
Page 70 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants and Child Restraints WARNING! • Safety experts recommend that children ride In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. The one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh- infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small less than one year old.
Page 72 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or WARNING! slouching can move the belt out of position. • Improper installation can lead to failure of an • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the infant or child restraint.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 • In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it, before you buy it. lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path •...
Page 74 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Don’t leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or collision, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury. Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) Each vehicle, except commercial cargo vehicles, is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 over the top of the seatback. For bench seats with split WARNING! seatbacks, route the tether between the seatbacks. An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to When using the tether anchorages in the center position increased head motion and possible injury to the on 3rd row fold-in-floor seating, ensure that the strap is child.
Page 76 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Fleet vehicles equipped with the LATCH system on the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of 3-passenger bench seat must have the seat adjusted to the reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child full rear position on the tracks when the LATCH system restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt is used.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower WARNING! straps and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the hook or connector to the lower anchorages and tether Fleet Vehicles Only: anchorages.
Page 78: Rear Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only) - If Equipped
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transporting Pets infant carrier in a vehicle without rear seats. In an Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. accident, serious injury or death may occur from the An unrestrained pet could be thrown about and possibly deploying passenger air bag.
Page 79: Restraining Infants And Small Children With Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 • A “convertible” child seat, one that is designed to be Restraining Infants and Small Children with Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only) used for children who are too heavy for a rear facing There are different sizes and types of restraints for infant seat, may be used IN THE FORWARD FACING children from newborn size to the child almost large...
Page 80 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tether Installation For Commercial Vehicles With 2. Extend the child restraint tether anchor forward to- Rear Seat Delete wards the front passenger seat. To secure the child restraint upper tether strap to the vehicle, follow the instructions shown: 1.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 4. If necessary, raise the passenger seat head restraint to 6. Using the hook attached to the child restraint tether allow the tether strap to be routed under the head restraint. strap, attach the child restraint tether strap to the metal ring on the vehicle tether anchor.
Page 82: Engine Break-In Recommendations
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the WARNING! limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be The vehicle tether anchor is designed to be used detrimental and should be avoided.
Page 83: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 SAFETY TIPS WARNING! Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the deck lid/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the WARNING! climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 84: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Light lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or The light should come on and remain on for 6 cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ- to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition ing spare) for proper pressure.
Page 85: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Heated Remote Control Mirrors — Mirrors .......90 If Equipped .
Page 86 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Things You Should Know About Your ▫ Middle Quad Fold & Tumble Seat Removal . . . 131 UConnect™ System ....111 ▫...
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 ▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..145 Traction Control Switch — If Equipped ..150 ▫ Daytime Running Lights Rear Park Assist System — If Equipped ..151 (Canada/Fleet Vehicles Only) .
Page 88 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Compass/Temperature Display ... 159 ▫ Express Open Feature ....174 ▫...
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 ▫ Overhead Rail System — If Equipped ..182 ▫ Cargo/Tub Nets ..... . 189 ▫...
Page 90: Mirrors
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position Inside Day/Night Mirror (toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Page 91: Driver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you.
Page 92: Outside Mirror - Driver's Side
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side WARNING! Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side inside mirror.
Page 93: Heated Remote Control Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window Defrost. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor.
Page 94: Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - If Equipped
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE HANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) — The UConnect™ phonebook enables you to store up to 32 IF EQUIPPED names and four numbers per name. Each language has a UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that communications system.
Page 95: Operations
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UCon- nect™ features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details. The UConnect™ system is fully integrated with the vehicle’s audio system.
Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for Voice Command Tree the voice on beep, which follows the Ready prompt Refer to “Voice Tree” at the end of this section. or another prompt.
Page 97 NOTE: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect • The UConnect™ system will then prompt you to begin the cellular phone pairing process on your cellular • www.dodge.com/uconnect phone. Before attempting to pair phone, please see • www.jeep.com/uconnect your cellular phone’s user manual (Bluetooth section) for instructions on how to complete this step.
Page 98 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For identification purposes, you will be prompted to Dial by Saying a Number give the UConnect™ system a name for your cellular • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be •...
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Call by Saying a Name Add Names to Your UConnect™ Phonebook • Press the “Phone” button to begin. NOTE: Adding names to phonebook is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more entry that you wish to edit. phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the •...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • After you enter the name, the UConnect™ system will Delete Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended work, mobile or pager. Say the designation you wish when vehicle is not in motion.
Page 102: Phone Call Features
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be Phone Call Features deleted. The following features can be accessed through the UConnect™ system if the feature(s) are available on your List All Names in the UConnect™ Phonebook cellular service plan.
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 second call is in progress. To go back to the first call, refer Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call Currently in Progress to Toggling Between Calls. To combine two calls, refer If a call is currently in progress and you have another to Conference Call.
Page 104 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Conference Call Redial When two calls are in progress (one active and one on • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. hold), press and hold the ’Phone’ button until you hear a • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call.
Page 105: Uconnect™ System Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the UConnect™ system and transfer of the the name of the language you wish to switch to call to the mobile phone.
Page 106 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect™ system emergency situations when the cell phone has network is operational, you may reach the emergency number as coverage and stays paired to the UConnect™ system. follows: Towing Assistance •...
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 When calling a number with your UConnect™ system Paging To learn how to page, refer to Working with Automated that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone Systems. Paging works properly except for pagers of sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can push certain companies which time-out a little too soon to the ’Voice Recognition’...
Page 108 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone from confirming your choices (e.g. the UConnect™ sys- keypad and still use the UConnect™...
Page 109: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Mute/Un-mute (Mute off) Information Service When you mute the UConnect™ system, you will still be When using AT&T Wireless Service, dialing to phone able to hear the conversation coming from the other number #121, you can access voice activated automated party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 110 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue- Select another Cellular Phone tooth™ connection between a UConnect™ paired cellular This feature allows you to select and start using another phone and the UConnect™ system, follow the instruction phone with the UConnect™...
Page 111: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 • The selected phone will be used for the next phone Voice Recognition’ button anytime while the list is call. If the selected phone is not available, the UCon- being played and say the priority number of the phone nect™...
Page 112 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • low road noise, • UConnect™ phonebook name tag recognition rate is optimized for the voice of the person who stored the • smooth road surface, name in the phonebook. • fully closed windows, •...
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • fully closed windows, and Bluetooth Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to occasionally lose • dry weather condition. connection to the UConnect™ system. When this hap- • Operation from driver seat. pens, the connection can generally be re-established by switching the phone off/on.
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Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 116 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 117: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 SEATS North American English Primary Alternate(s) Manual Front & Second Row Seat Adjuster The adjusting bar is located under the front of the seat. Zero Pull the bar up and move the seat to the desired position. Add location Add new Release the bar to lock the seat into position.
Page 118: 8-Way Driver's Power Seat - If Equipped
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. WARNING! Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 119: Adjustable Head Restraints - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.
Page 120: Manual Reclining Seats - If Equipped
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE HIGH or No Heat. The switch position as well as an Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped indicator light will show when the LOW or HIGH heat is The recliner mechanism control is on the outboard side of the seat.
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
Page 122: Manual Lumbar - If Equipped
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Lumbar — If Equipped Middle Rear Bench Seat Recline — If Equipped The lumbar adjustment handle is located inboard under Pull up on the handle located on the side of the seat to the armrest.
Page 123: Stow 'N Go Seating
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Stow ’n Go Seating On vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the second and third row seats may be folded into the floor for convenient storage. To Fold Second Row Seats 1. Lower the head restraint and raise the armrests on the second row seat.
Page 124 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down. Seat Release Strap 5. Close the storage bin cover. Seatback Release Lever To Unfold Second Row Seats NOTE: The cupholder must be in the closed position 1.
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 2. Pull up on the handle to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat rearward to latch the seat anchors. Seatback Release Lever 4. Close the storage bin cover and adjust the head restraint to the desired position.
Page 126 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Fold Third Row Seats 3. Pull release strap marked “2” to release the anchors. 1. Lower the head restraint to its full down position. 2. Pull release strap marked “1” located on the rear of the seat to lower the seatback.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 4. Pull release strap marked “3” and tumble the seat To Unfold Third Row Seats rearward into the storage bin. 1. Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat forward until the anchors latch.
Page 128 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Pull release strap marked “1” to unlock the recliner. 4. Adjust the head restraint to the desired position. 3. Pull release strap marked “3” to return the seatback to WARNING! its full upright position. In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments.
Page 129: Easy Access Seating
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 2. To restore the seat to its upright position, lift up on the Tailgate Mode seatback and push forward until the anchors latch. 1. Pull release strap “2”, then pull release strap “3” to rotate the entire seat rearward.
Page 130 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To tilt the seat on vehicles equipped with quad seats, pull To tilt the seat on vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go up on the release handle located on the outboard side of seating, pull forward on the release strap located on the the seat and tilt the seat fully forward.
Page 131: Middle Quad Fold & Tumble Seat Removal
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 WARNING! In the event of a collision you could be injured if the seat is not fully latched. Middle Quad Fold & Tumble Seat Removal 1. Remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat.
Page 132 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Pull up on the release handle and tumble the seat fully forward. Release Bar Location 6. The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out Rollers. Seat Release Handle 5.
Page 133: 50/50 Fold & Tumble Rear Seat Removal
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 To reinstall the seat, remove any obstructions from the 50/50 Fold & Tumble Rear Seat Removal floor in front of the seat and ensure the head restraint is 1. Lower the head restraint and pull up on release lever in its full downward position.
Page 134 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Pull up on release lever “2” and tumble the seat fully forward. Release Strap Location 4. The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out Rollers. Release Lever 2 Location 3.
Page 135: Passenger And 3 - Passenger Bench Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 To reinstall the 50/50 rear seat, lower the head restraint to 2 – Passenger and 3 – Passenger Bench Seats the full down position, tilt the seat forward and engage Release levers are located on the rear leg assemblies, near the front floor attachments, then tilt the seat rearward to the floor.
Page 136: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To reinstall the seat, align the seat into the detent posi- Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer tions on the floor. Squeeze the release handle and rotate Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag upward until the lock indicator button returns into the handles are built into the seatbacks of all rear seats and handle.
Page 137: Rear-Most Bench Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 The release lever is below the seat and is accessible from Rear-Most Bench Seat The seat position can be adjusted fore and aft to any of the front and back of the seat. three positions - normal (rearward), intermediate, and Rear Seat Descriptions full forward.
Page 138: Rear Bench Seating Flexibility
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Bench Seating Flexibility The 3– passenger bench seat may be adjusted to any of 3 positions on its tracks while installed in the vehicle. The bench seat may also be moved to the second seating position or removed from the vehicle.
Page 139: Rear Quad And 50/50 Seating Flexibility
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 4. Auxiliary Seating— The middle quad seats are removed from the vehicle. The 3– passenger bench seat can be installed in either the second or third row. 2. Increased Storage— Increased storage area is provided by folding either or both seatbacks.
Page 140 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 4. Auxiliary Seating— Driving with the 2nd-row seats in the tumbled position is The 2nd row seats are removed from the vehicle. Then not recommended when passengers occupy the 3rd row the third row seats can be installed in either the rear or seats.
Page 141: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD WARNING! To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull • Not all head restraints in this vehicle are the same. the hood release lever located under the left side of the Head restraints from one seating position should not instrument panel.
Page 142: Lights
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Next, push to the left the safety catch located under the cm (12 inches) and then drop it. This should secure both front edge of the hood, near the center. latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
Page 143: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • A door, sliding door or the liftgate is left open. • Any overhead reading light is left on. • If the dimmer control is in the extreme top position. NOTE: The key must be out of the ignition switch or the ignition switch must be in the OFF position for this feature to operate.
Page 144 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dimmer Control Interior light Defeat (OFF) With the park lights or headlights Rotate the dimmer control to the on, rotating the dimmer control OFF position (extreme bottom). for the interior lights on the in- The interior lights will remain off strument panel upward will in- when the doors or liftgate are...
Page 145: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Daytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet Vehicles This system automatically turns Only) your headlights ON or OFF based The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the on ambient light levels. To turn vehicle is running, the headlights are off, and the parking the system ON, turn the headlight brake is off.
Page 146: Headlamp Delay - If Equipped
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OFF or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically until remain on. refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center the next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight switch. (EVIC) “Customer Programmable Features” for more information.
Page 147: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 MULTIFUNCTION LEVER Turn Signals Move the Multifunction Lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the base instrument cluster or Information Center flash to indicate proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down.
Page 148: Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights between HIGH and LOW beam. Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 wipers will operate for several seconds after the lever is Intermittent Wiper System released, and then resume the intermittent interval pre- Use the intermittent wipers when weather conditions viously selected. make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tween cycles, desirable.
Page 150: Tilt Steering Column - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! To tilt the column, pull the small lever, located behind the turn signal control, toward you and move the wheel up Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is or down, as desired.
Page 151: Rear Park Assist System - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 To turn the system OFF, press the TRAC OFF switch To turn the system back ON, press the switch a second located on the steering column, until the TRAC OFF time until the TRAC OFF indicator turns OFF. indicator below the instrument cluster odometer lights NOTE: •...
Page 152 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the driver selects Reverse the system scans for WARNING! objects behind the vehicle using four sensors located in the rear bumper. Objects can be detected from up to 59 Drivers must be careful when backing up even when inches (150cm).
Page 153: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 The system can be turned on or off through the electronic ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED vehicle information center (EVIC) when the vehicle is in This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals PARK.
Page 154 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the button forward to move the pedals forward CAUTION! (toward the front of the vehicle). Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals Press the button rearward to move the pedals rearward or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage (toward the driver).
Page 155: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED To Activate: When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator Push the “ON/OFF” button once and the CRUISE indi- operation at speeds greater than 30 mph (50 km/h). cator located below the instrument cluster odometer will illuminate showing the electronic speed control system is on.
Page 156: To Set At A Desired Speed
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Set At A Desired Speed: To Vary the Speed Setting: When the speed control is set, speed can be increased by When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press pressing and holding the “RESUME/ACCEL” button. and release the “SET”...
Page 157: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so To Accelerate For Passing: Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the it may be preferable to drive without speed control. pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.
Page 158: Overhead Console - If Equipped
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED Courtesy/Reading Lights The overhead console can contain courtesy/reading At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/ lights, an optional universal garage door opener reading lights. (HomeLink ), storage sunglasses, compass/...
Page 159: Sunglass Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Sunglass Storage Automatic Compass Calibration At the rear of the overhead console, a compartment is This compass is self calibrating which eliminates the provided for the storage of two pair of sunglasses. need to manually set the compass. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the “CAL”...
Page 160 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To put into a Calibration Mode: Turn on the ignition Compass Variance switch and set the display to Comp/Temp. Press the Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic RESET button on vehicles equipped with a Compass/ North and Geographic North.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 To set the variance: Turn the ignition switch ON and set the display to Comp/Temp. On vehicles equipped with a Compass/Mini Trip Computer press the RESET button for approximately 5 seconds. On vehicles equipped with Compass/Temp press and hold the C/T and US/M buttons for 5 seconds.
Page 162: Mini-Trip Computer
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Step Button Mini-Trip Computer This displays information on the following: Push this button to cycle through all the Compass/Mini- trip Computer displays. • Average Fuel Economy (ECO AVG) • US/M Button Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. Press this button to convert the display from U.S.
Page 163: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 • CHECK TPM SYSTEM (Refer to ”Tire Pressure Moni- Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped tor System” in the “Starting And Operating, Tire The Electronic Vehicle Information Center, when the Section”) appropriate conditions exist, displays the following •...
Page 164: Customer Programmable Features - If Equipped
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Customer Programmable Features — If Equipped US or Metric Press the “MENU” button until one of the display choices Pressing the “STEP” button when in this display selects following appears: US or Metric. The overhead console and climate control displays will be in the selected units.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Use Factory Settings Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st If “Yes” is selected, all of the customer programmable When this feature is selected only the driver’s door will features will be set to the factory default and not dis- unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry played.
Page 166 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If this feature is not selected, the driver’s seat, driver’s Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock? mirror, adjustable pedals, and radio settings can only When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn return to their memory set positions using the memory signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked recall buttons (1or 2) on the driver’s door panel.
Page 167: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 radio, power vent windows, power outlets, and remov- Headlamp Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose, when able center console, when the ignition switch is turned off exiting the vehicle, to have the headlamps remain on for or until the key is removed and either front door is 30, 60, or 90 seconds, or not remain on.
Page 168 168 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 exhaust while seriously or fatally injured.
Page 169: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Programming HomeLink NOTE: When programming a garage door opener, it is advised to park outside the garage. Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the second (or accessories ) position for programming and/or opera- tion of HomeLink.
Page 170 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink NOTE: To program the remaining two HomeLink but- button that you want to train and the hand-held trans- tons, begin with Programming step two. Do not repeat mitter buttons.
Page 171: Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button. designed to time-out in the same manner. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence a second time, If you live in Canada or you are having difficulties and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener...
Page 172: Using Homelink
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using HomeLink seconds. HomeLink is now in the train (or learning) To operate, simply press and release the programmed mode and can be programmed at any time beginning HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the with Programming - step 2.
Page 173: Security
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Security POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies The power sunroof control is located between the sun by following the “Erasing HomeLink Buttons” instruc- visors on the overhead console.
Page 174: Express Open Feature
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature, movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open causing the sunroof to open automatically. condition until the switch is pushed forward again. Press and hold the button located to the right of the The sunshade can be opened manually.
Page 175: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows WARNING! together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Page 176 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE A third outlet is located on the driver’s side, just to the The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key or rear of the sliding door and is also controlled by the battery symbol indicating the power source.
Page 177: Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CONVENIENCE TRAY DRAWER AND CUP HOLDERS CAUTION! Instrument Panel Cup Holders The instrument panel cupholders are located in a pull out • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from drawer just below the climate controls.
Page 178: Convenience Tray And Optional Smoker's Package Kit
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the drawer is pulled out firmly, the arms of the Convenience Tray And Optional Smoker’s cupholders will spring out. Place the container to be held Package Kit into one of the cupholders and then push the arm toward Located between the instrument panel cupholders is a the container until the container is held stable.
Page 179: Rear Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Rear Cupholders There are dual stationary cupholders located in the passenger side rear trim panel and a single stationary cup holder on the driver side rear trim panel. There are also dual underseat cupholders for the 2nd seat passengers.
Page 180: Storage
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: STORAGE • The quad seat cupholders will remain upright if the Front Seat Storage Bin — If Equipped seat is tilted forward. The storage bin is located under the front passenger’s • The quad seat cupholders are designed to break away seat.
Page 181: Second Row Seat Storage Bins - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. Slide Second Row Seat Storage bins — If Equipped The Seat Storage Bins are located on the floor in front of the storage bin locking mechanism to the Unlocked the second row seats, the area below the covers can be position to allow greater access to the storage bin.
Page 182: Overhead Rail System - If Equipped
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overhead Rail System — If Equipped To Remove Storage Bins The overhead rail system contains provisions for three 1. Support the bin with one hand and pull the latch movable and removable overhead storage bins. The handles out.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 2. Twist the latch handles a ⁄ turn and pull outward to To reinstall the storage bins, place the bin in the desired disengage the bin from the rail. location on the overhead rail, push firmly upward on the bin with one hand, while pushing in on the latch handle, twist a ⁄...
Page 184: Removable Floor Console With Fold-In-Floor Seating - If Equipped
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Removable Floor Console With Fold-in-Floor Seating — If Equipped The removable floor console has a two power outlets, storage tray, light, removable cell phone holder, tissue holder, pen holder and a map holder. It can be removed from the vehicle by pulling the release handle inside the floor console.
Page 185: Removable Floor Console Without Fold-In-Floor Seating - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 3. Remove the floor console. Cell Phone Holder Removal To reinstall the console, open the console lid and remove 1. Open the floor console lid and lift the cell phone the storage tray. Pull up on the release handle and slide holder upward.
Page 186 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When the console is located between the front To remove the console use the following procedure: seats the outlet is protected by an automatic circuit 1. Open the rear lid and remove the storage tray. breaker and is powered directly from the battery, items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery 2.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 3. Using the front and rear grab handles, slide the NOTE: When the removable floor console is located console rearward to disengage the front of the console between the middle seats, the power outlet only has and lift up to remove the console from the floor.
Page 188 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Plug in the power cord for the cellular phone into the CAUTION! outlet located in the bottom of the forward console bin and reinstall the cell phone holder. • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not 3.
Page 189: Rear Compartment Storage Bins
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Rear Compartment Storage Bins Cargo Area Storage Your vehicle may be equipped with open storage bins The seats in your vehicle are in-line which enables you to located in each rear trim panel. stow long objects, such as lumber or skis, on the floor without moving the seats.
Page 190: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The liftgate sill plate has a raised line with the statement ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED “Load To This Line”. This line indicates how far rearward The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the cargo can be placed without interfering with liftgate weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars. NOTE: To help control wind noise when installing the The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying cross bars make sure that the arrows marked on the front capacity of the vehicle.
Page 192 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Cargo must be securely tied before driving your Crossbars should remain equally spaced or parallel at any luggage rack position for proper function. Noncom- vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the pliance could result in damage to the luggage rack, vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in cargo and/or vehicle.
Page 193: Load Leveling System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM WARNING! The automatic load leveling system will provide a level riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading Do not install the load leveling system on vehicles conditions. that are not equipped with Anti-Lock Brakes. Ve- hicles without Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) have a A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers height-sensing proportioning valve.
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Page 195: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Electrical Disturbances ....213 Instruments And Controls ....201 ▫...
Page 196 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ....215 ▫ Tape Eject ......219 ▫...
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 ▫ Tape CD Button ..... . 222 Sales Code RBP—AM & FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player, CD Player, And Optional ▫...
Page 198 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ CD Player Operation ....254 ▫ Prog Up/Down Buttons (10, 11) ... 261 ▫...
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 ▫ Operating Instructions — Video ▫ PTY Button Seek ..... 269 Games/Camcorders ....266 ▫...
Page 200 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Front Mode Control ....276 ▫ Rear Wiper Operation — Automatic Temperature Control Only ..298 ▫...
Page 201: Instruments And Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 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 202: Base Instrument Cluster
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 203: Instrument Cluster With Tach
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH TACH I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 204: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accord- ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you 1. Fuel Gauge should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when inflate them to the proper pressure.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 4. Turn Signal Indicators 8. Brake System Warning Light The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal This light monitors various brake functions, when the turn signal lever is operated. including brake fluid level and parking brake application.
Page 206 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- the ON position. The light should illuminate for approxi- sary. mately four seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 10. Anti-Lock Light 11. Tachometer — If Equipped This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys- The red segments indicate the maximum permissible tem. The light will turn on when the ignition engine revolutions-per-minute (r.p.m. x 1000) for each switch is turned to the ON position and may gear range.
Page 208 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL continuously. Refer to Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Re- The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- minder System (BeltAlert™) in the Occupant Restraints ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, section for more information. or when towing a trailer.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 NOTE: You must apply the brakes before shifting from WARNING! Park. A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or 19. Oil Pressure Warning Light others could be badly burned by steam or boiling This light shows low engine oil pressure. The light coolant.
Page 210 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21. Malfunction Indicator Light 22. Trac Off Indicator — If Equipped This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system This display indicator should illuminate for approxi- called OBD that monitors engine and automatic mately four seconds as a bulb check when the ignition transmission control systems.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage. To a normal condition. The system will remain disabled for switch from odometer to trip odometer, press the Trip about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled.
Page 212: Electronic Digital Clock
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25. Trip Odometer Button Clock Setting Procedure Press this button to change the display from odometer to 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position trip odometer. The word TRIP will appear when in the and press the time button.
Page 213: Two Types Of Signals
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 you understand and save you concern about these “ap- AM Reception parent” malfunctions, you must understand a point or AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception two about the transmission and reception of radio sig- can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines nals.
Page 214: Sales Code Raz-Am/ Fm Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player, Cd Player And Cd Changer Controls
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RAZ—AM/ FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, CD PLAYER NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left operate the radio.
Page 215: Tuning
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 which are broadcasting this information. PTY (Program Tuning Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or Type) is used to characterize the station’s program ma- decrease the frequency. If you press and hold the button, terial, for example Rock Music .
Page 216 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Program Type Radio Display Program Type Radio Display Country Country Sports Sports Information Inform Talk Talk Jazz Jazz Top 40 Top 40 Foreign Language Language Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is Nostalgia Nostalga displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency...
Page 217: Balance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Pressing PTY, then SCAN will scan the FM Band and stop Tone Control at all RDS stations. Each RDS station will be played for a Slide the Bass and/or Treble controls up or down to 5 second scan once around the FM Band and stop at the adjust the sound for the desired tone.
Page 218: To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To Set The Radio Push-button Memory To Change From Clock To Radio Mode When you are receiving a station that you wish to Press the Time button to change the display between commit to push-button memory, press the SET button. radio frequency and time.
Page 219: Fast Forward (Ff)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track Tape Eject number to skip forward or backward 1 to 6 selections. Press the EJT Tape button and the cassette will disengage Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection, twice to and eject from the radio.
Page 220: Pinch Roller Release
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pinch Roller Release Operating Instructions — CD Player If ignition power or the radio ON/OFF switch are turned NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC off, the pinch roller will automatically retract to protect position and the volume control ON before the CD player the tape from any damage.
Page 221: Seek Button
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch from Seek Button radio to CD mode and begin to play. The display will Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on show the track number and index time in minutes and the CD.
Page 222: Ff/Tune/Rw
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL FF/TUNE/RW MODE Press FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to Press the MODE button to select between the tape player, fast forward until FF is released. The RW ( Reverse) CD player, or satellite radio (if equipped). button works in a similar manner.
Page 223: Time Button
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Time Button Disc Down/Program Button 5 Press this button to change the display from elapsed CD Press the DISC down (button 5) button to play the playing time to time of day. previous disc. Scan Button Seek Button Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track.
Page 224: Sales Code Rev Am & Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player And Cd/Dvd Changer Controls
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD Diagnostic Indicators SALES CODE REV AM & FM STEREO RADIO When driving over a very rough road, the CD player may WITH CD PLAYER AND CD/DVD CHANGER skip momentarily. Skipping will not damage the disc or CONTROLS the player, and play will resume automatically.
Page 225: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Radio Operation Program Type Radio Display Adult Hits Adlt Hit Power/Volume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the Classical Classicl volume control clockwise to increase the volume. Classic Rock Cls Rock College College NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through...
Page 226 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Program Type Radio Display Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio Rock Rock will tune to the preset station. Soft Soft Mode Soft Rock...
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Tuning Tone Control Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or The Bass and/or Treble controls sound for the desired decrease the frequency. If you press and hold the button, tone. Press the AUDIO button, select Bass or TREBLE, the radio will continue to tune until you release the then press SEEK + or SEEK to increase or decrease...
Page 228: Cd Player Operation
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL both AM and FM. This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap- stations to be locked into memory. You can recall the proved by the party responsible for compliance could stations stored in SET 2 memory by pressing the push- void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Inserting The Compact Disc Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to the CAUTION! beginning of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the This CD player will accept only 4–3/4 inch (12cm) first 10 seconds of the current selection.
Page 230: Cd/Dvd Changer Operation
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RND — Random Play CD/DVD Changer Operation Press the RND button while the CD is playing to activate Press the MODE button to select between the CD player Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the and the optional remote CD/DVD changer.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 When reading discs recorded using formats other than CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after files properly and may be unable to play the file nor- writing are most likely multisession discs.
Page 232 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 233: Operation Instructions - (Cd Mode For Mp3 Audio Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio RW/FF (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Play) Press the FF side of the button to move forward through the MP3 selection. Press the RW side of the button to SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) move back through the MP3 selection.
Page 234: Sales Code Rbp-Am & Fm Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player, Cd Player, And Optional Cd/Dvd Changer Controls
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’s Manual. Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES ) (If Equipped) Refer to 6 Disc CD/DVD Changer Manual. SALES CODE RBP—AM &...
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through Program Type Radio Display the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position Country Country to operate the radio. Information Inform PTY (Program Type) Button Jazz Jazz Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for...
Page 236 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing PTY, then SCAN will scan the FM Band and stop Program Type Radio Display at all RDS stations that broadcast the station type. Each Sports Sports RDS station will be played for a 5 second scan once Talk Talk around the FM Band and stop at the last station.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 at the mid position. Moving a control up or down Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or increases or decreases amplification of the band. The mid decrease the frequency. If you press and hold the button, position provides a balanced output.
Page 238: Tape Player Operation
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second station to each push-button by General Information repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 up for proper operation. Sometimes poor playback may move 2 selections, etc. the display will show the total be experienced due to a defective cassette tape. Clean and number of times the SEEK button was pushed. The SEEK demagnetize the tape heads at least twice a year.
Page 240: Cd Player Operation
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EJT Tape To turn the Dolby Noise Reduction System on/off: Press Press the EJT TAPE button and the cassette will disen- the Dolby NR button (button 2) after you insert the tape. gage and eject from the radio. The NR light in the display will go off when the Dolby System is off.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 If the power is on, the unit will switch from radio to CD EJT CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The Press the EJT CD button and the disc will unload and display will show the track number and index time in move to the entrance for easy removal.
Page 242: Cd/Dvd Changer Operation - If Equipped
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the top of the SEEK button to move to the next Time randomly selected track. Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day. Press the RND (button 4) button a second time to stop Random Play.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Press the RND (button 4) button a second time to stop Time Random Play. Press the TIME button to switch between time of day and CD track time. FF/RW — TUNE Press and hold the FF button for fast forward. Press and Scan hold the RW button for fast reverse.
Page 244: Sales Code Rbq-Am/Fm Stereo Radio With 6 - Disc Cd Changer
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RBQ—AM/FM STEREO RADIO Radio Operation WITH 6 - DISC CD CHANGER Power/Volume Control NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left Press the PWR/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn side of your radio faceplate.
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 channel number will then be displayed for five seconds. To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory The current channel name and number will then be When you are receiving a station that you wish to displayed until an action occurs. CD’s may remain in the commit to push-button memory, press the SET RND player while in the Satellite Radio mode.
Page 246 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio Time Button The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BAL- Press the TIME button to change the display between ANCE, and FADE. radio frequency and time. Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed. General Information Press the SEEK + or SEEK –...
Page 247: Cd Player Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio CD Player Operation ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 248 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio display will show “ejecting” when it is being Scan ejected. Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 PTY (Program Type) Button Program Type Radio Display Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for Information Inform 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time Jazz Jazz out the PTY icon will turn off.
Page 250 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SCAN button when the PTY icon is Program Type Radio Display displayed, the radio will stop at every PTY station on the Talk Talk band and list each corresponding program type in the Top 40 Top 40 radio display.
Page 251: Sales Code Rbk-Am/ Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player And Cd Changer Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot. SALES CODE RBK—AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CD HOT will pause the operation. Play can be resumed CONTROLS when the operating temperature is corrected or another MODE is selected.
Page 252: Radio Operation
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Operation the radio will continue to tune until you release the button. The frequency will be displayed and continu- Power/Volume Control ously updated while the button is pressed. Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by Press the AUDIO button a fourth time and FADE will be pressing the push-button twice. Every time a preset displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust the button is used a corresponding button number will be sound level between the front and rear speakers.
Page 254: Cd Player Operation
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL General Information Inserting The Compact Disc This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the CAUTION! following conditions: This CD player will accept 4 ⁄...
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Seek Random Play — RND/Program Button 4 Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing the CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to the to activate Random Play.
Page 256: Cd Changer Control Capability - If Equipped
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Time Seek Button Press the TIME button to change the display from Press the SEEK up or down to select another track on the elapsed CD playing time to time of day. same disc. A SEEK symbol will appear on the display. CD Changer Control Capability —...
Page 257: Sales Code Rb1-Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Dvd/Gps Navigation System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 CD Diagnostic Indicators SALES CODE RB1—AM/FM STEREO RADIO When driving over a very rough road, the CD player may WITH DVD/GPS NAVIGATION SYSTEM skip momentarily. Skipping will not damage the disc or the player, and play will resume automatically. As a safeguard and to protect your CD player, one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display.
Page 258: Remote Control Operating Instructions
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If your vehicle is not equipped with the CD Changer option, you will not be able to use the Naviga- tion system and the CD Player simultaneously. Always remove the Navigation DVD before inserting another disc.
Page 259: Headphone Transmitter Button (1)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Remote Control Buttons Remote Control Buttons 1. Headphone Transmitter 17. Enter 2. Menu Up/Next Track/Chapter 18. Light 3. Menu Left/Fast Rewind Headphone Transmitter Button (1) 4. Return The headphone transmitter button on the remote control 5.
Page 260: Rtn Button (4)
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RTN Button (4) PAUSE/PLAY Button (6) This button only functions in CD/DVD mode. Press this This button only functions in DVD video mode. Press this button to return to the previous menu when in the disc button once to pause the video, press a second time to menu mode.
Page 261: Prog Up/Down Buttons (10, 11)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 PROG UP/DOWN Buttons (10, 11) NEXT/PREV Buttons (2, 15) PROG UP selects the next disc loaded in the changer. Press the up arrow or the NEXT button for the next PROG DOWN selects the previous disc loaded in the chapter or track on the disc.
Page 262: Light Button (18)
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Light Button (18) Pressing this button illuminates the buttons on the re- mote control. Remote Control Battery Service • To replace the batteries for the remote control slide the cover rearward. The replacement batteries for the remote control are two AAA batteries.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 2. Enter Button This button will enter the selection from the on-screen menu. 3. Brightness Button Changes the brightness of the screen picture. Video Screen Controls I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 264: Operating Instructions - Headphones
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Headphones Power Button Pressing the power button will turn the headphones ON/OFF. An indicator light will illuminate on the head- phone earpiece to indicate the headphones are ON. NOTE: • The headphones will turn off automatically in ap- proximately 3 minutes if they lose the signal form the system or when the radio or rear audio/video system is turned off.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Headphone Battery Service General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and • Press the button at the bottom of each headphone RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the earpiece and lift the cover upward.
Page 266: Operating Instructions - Mp3 Player, Portable Walkman
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — MP3 Player, Portable NOTE: MP3 player’s, video game systems, camcorders Walkman connected to the RCA jacks and CD’s or DVD’s inserted An MP3 player can be connected to the audio system. into the radio, can be heard through the headphones or Connect the cables to the RCA jacks located on the front the cabin when AUX Mode is selected.
Page 267: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Ens/Sid)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 2. Credit card information. ESN/SID mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF, or 5 minutes has passed since any 3. Your Vehicle Identification Number. button was pushed. Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification ESN/SID Access With RBP, RBU, RAZ, RB1 and Number (ENS/SID) RBQ Radios...
Page 268: Rb1 And Rbq Radios
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting Satellite Mode in RBP, RBU, RAZ, RB1 Selecting a Channel and RBQ Radios Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word the next channel. Press the top of the button to search up SIRIUS appears in the display.
Page 269: Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 NOTE: Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button while Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, you performing a music type scan will change the channel by may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button one and stop the search.
Page 270: Reception Quality
270 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 at the 3 and 9 O’clock •...
Page 271: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 The right hand rocker switch has a push button in the Radio Operation center and controls the volume and mode of the sound Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next system.
Page 272: Cd Player
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD Player 2. Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect from Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next slackness and dust when it is not in use. track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once 3.
Page 273: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 turned all the way down. To prevent this, you should 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, periodically clean the head with a commercially available wiping from center to edge. WET cleaning cassette.
Page 274: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 mode. When the blower control is set to any position other than off, it selects the amount of air delivered to the passenger compartment. There are four blower speeds. The fan speed increases as you move the control clockwise.
Page 276: Front Mode Control
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Front Mode Control Panel Mode The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution. NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- tified by the small dots.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets, floor Bi-Level Mode outlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directed through the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature lever positions, the bi- level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 278 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Floor Mode Mix Mode Floor Outlets Mix Outlets Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window directed through the defrost and side window demister demist outlets.
Page 279: Manual Air Conditioning Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 Defrost modes are selected. This is done to assist in Defrost Mode drying the air and it will help in keeping the windows from fogging. Manual Air Conditioning Operation To turn on the air conditioning, set the front blower control to any position except O (OFF) and press the A/C button which is located next to the recirculation button.
Page 280 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than recirculation mode to rapidly cool the inside of the expected, check the A/C air filter, if so equipped, and vehicle. The recirculation mode can also be used to the front of the A/C condenser for an accumulation of temporarily block out outside odors, smoke, and dust.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 • Depress and hold in the “Rear Wipe/Wash” button. A/C Recirculation Programming The recirculation control is programmed to cancel the • Start the engine, and continue to hold in the “Rear recirculation mode when the ignition key is turned OFF Wipe/Wash”...
Page 282: Manual Rear Zone Climate Control - If Equipped
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped Rear Blower Control The Manual Rear Zone Climate Control system has floor The primary control for the rear blower is on the front air outlets to the rear of the right side sliding door and climate control unit located on the instrument panel.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 The center knob on the front climate control unit has five CAUTION! positions, “REAR”, “OFF”, and a range of blower speeds. Only when the primary control for the rear blower is in Interior air enters the Manual Rear Zone Climate the “REAR”...
Page 284: Automatic Temperature Control - If Equipped
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Temperature And Mode Control temperature selection follows the setting of the driv- When the center knob on the front climate control unit is er’s temperature control on the front climate control set to the “REAR” position, the second seat occupants unit.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 driver and passenger. Based on the sensor input, the automatically regulate the amount of air flow. Next, dial system automatically adjusts the air temperature, the air in the temperature you would like the system to maintain flow volume, and amount of outside air recirculation.
Page 286 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric by • The “DELAY” symbol will flash to indicate that the selecting the US/M customer programmable feature. feature as been disabled. Refer to the “Overhead Console-Customer Program- This feature may be enabled using the following proce- mable Features”...
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 NOTE: Each of these features operate independently Panel Mode from each other. If any one feature is controlled manually, the remaining features will continue to operate automati- cally. The left blower control knob can be set to any fixed blower speed by rotating the knob from low to high.
Page 288 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bi-Level Mode Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directed through the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature positions, the bi-level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 Floor Mode Mix Mode Floor Outlets Mix Outlets Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window directed through the defrost and side window demister demist outlets.
Page 290 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Defrost Mode NOTE: While operating in either Auto HI or Auto LO , the system will not automatically sense the presence of fog, mist, or ice on the windshield. Defrost mode must be manually selected to clear the windshield and side glass.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 Recirculation Control Auxiliary Rear Automatic Temperature Control — When outside air contains smoke, odors, high If Equipped humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, you The Rear Automatic Temperature Control System has may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing floor air outlets to the rear of the right side sliding door the recirculation button.
Page 292 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “AUTO”. Only when the “REAR SYSTEM” knob is in the Operation of the rear system is quite simple. Begin by “REAR CONTROL” position do the second seat occu- rotating the rear system center control knob on the front pants have control of the Rear Automatic Temperature ATC control unit to the “REAR CONTROL”...
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric by CAUTION! selecting the US/M customer programmable feature. Refer to the “Overhead Console-Customer Program- Interior air enters the Rear Automatic Temperature mable Features” in Section 3 of this manual. Control System through an intake grille located in the passenger side trim panel behind the third seat.
Page 294 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Mode Control Bi-Level Mode The Rear Mode Control, located in Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the the headliner near the center of floor outlets. the vehicle can be used to select NOTE: In many temperature positions, the bi-level between Auto, Headliner, Bi-...
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 glycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended. Refer system lubrication to minimize the possibility of com- to section 7, Maintenance Procedures, of this manual for pressor damage when the system is started again. proper coolant selection. Window Fogging Winter Operation Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild rainy...
Page 296: Rear Window Features
296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips A/C Air Filter — If Equipped The climate control system filters out dust, pollen and some odors from the air. Strong odors can not be totally filtered out. Refer to MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE, “Air Conditioner Maintenance”...
Page 297: Rear Washer Operation - Manual Temperature Control Only
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 Vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Control, Rear Washer Operation — Manual Temperature Control Only the controls for these features are located in the middle of The controls are located on the Manual Tempera- the instrument panel above the radio. ture Control head above the front blower control.
Page 298: Rear Wiper Operation - Automatic Temperature Control Only
298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Wiper Operation — Automatic Temperature Rear Washer Operation — Automatic Control Only Temperature Control Only Press this button to have the rear wiper have a Press and hold the button as long as spray is continuous wipe.
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer 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. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radia- tor antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
Page 300: Electric Rear Window Defroster - If Equipped
300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electric Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped CAUTION! Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the optional heated mirrors. A light To avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the will show that the defroster is on. The defroster automati- rear window defroster, do not use scrapers, sharp cally turns off after about 10 minutes of operation.
Page 301: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ..... 304 Parking Brake ......313 ▫...
Page 302 302 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Check TPM System ....337 Tires—General Information ....328 ▫...
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 ▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ....346 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ....353 ▫...
Page 304: Starting Procedures
304 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES 2.4L Engine Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator CAUTION! pedal. Turn the key to the “START” position and release when the engine starts. If the engine has not started Long periods of engine idling, especially at high within 3 seconds, slightly depress the accelerator pedal engine speeds, can cause excessive exhaust tempera-...
Page 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Extremely Cold Weather (below 29°C or 20°F). To WARNING! insure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (available Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the from your dealer) is recommended. throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle.
Page 306: 3.3L And 3.8L Engine
306 STARTING AND OPERATING After Starting CAUTION! The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 3.3L and 3.8L Engine 15 seconds before trying again.
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 WARNING! WARNING! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start mission cannot be started this way.
Page 308 308 STARTING AND OPERATING If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 CAUTION! second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor, the “NORMAL STARTING” procedure To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the should be repeated.
Page 309: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord CAUTION! to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
Page 310: Brake/Transmission Interlock System
310 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System WARNING! This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shifting out of It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or PARK unless the key is in the OFF or ON positions.
Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 possible convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic equip- Reset Mode - Electronic Transmission The transmission is monitored electronically for abnor- ment to determine if the problem could recur. mal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause If the transmission cannot be reset, dealer service is damage, the transmission automatically shifts into sec- required.
Page 312 312 STARTING AND OPERATING “R” Reverse while in this range. The “3” position should also be used Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a when descending steep grades to prevent brake system complete stop. distress. “N”...
Page 313: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 PARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch on, the brake light in the instrument cluster will turn on. NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the Park position.
Page 314: Brake System
314 STARTING AND OPERATING added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb WARNING! on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill grade. Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving: failure to do so can lead to brake failure, and The parking brake should always be applied when the an accident.
Page 315: Anti-Lock Brake System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 by increased pedal travel during application, greater The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake pedal force required to slow or stop, and potential System. The light will come on when the activation of the Brake Warning Lamp. ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
Page 316 316 STARTING AND OPERATING • brake pedal pulsations, When the vehicle is driven over approximately 15 mph (25 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as • and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the well as some related motor noises.
Page 317: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and WARNING! type and tires must be properly inflated to produce • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu- accurate signals for the computer. ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor POWER STEERING can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- The standard power steering system will give you good...
Page 318: Traction Control - If Equipped
318 STARTING AND OPERATING Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steering CAUTION! pump may make noise for a short period of time. This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This Prolong operation of the steering system at the end noise should be considered normal, and does not in any of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering way damage the steering system.
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 • The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to The system is always in the “stand by” mode unless, the brake system due to overheated brake tempera- • The Traction Control Switch has been used to turn the tures system OFF NOTE:...
Page 320: Tire Safety Information
320 STARTING AND OPERATING • European Metric tire sizing is based on European TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION design standards. Tires designed to this standard have Tire Markings the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter P is absent from this tire size designation.
Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 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 322 322 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 323: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted however the date code may only be on one side.
Page 324: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
324 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar. Tire and Loading Information This placard tells you important information about the:...
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 To determine the maximum loading conditions of your 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX and spare tires.
Page 326 326 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo calculate total load, cargo/luggage and towing capacities...
Page 327 STARTING AND OPERATING 327 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 328: Tires-General Information
328 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. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 329: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 2. Economy— Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement. Underinflation also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consumption.
Page 330 330 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 331: Radial-Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera- Radial-Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading WARNING! and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly.
Page 332: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
332 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 333: Limited Use Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Limited Use Spare — If Equipped WARNING! The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use on your vehicle. This tire is identified by a limited use The limited use spare tires are for emergency use spare tire warning label located on the limited use spare only.
Page 334: Tread Wear Indicators
334 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. And don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
Page 335: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact factors including but not limited to: with oil, grease and gasoline.
Page 336: Alignment And Balance
336 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that Replacing original tires with tires of a different size specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of may result in false speedometer and odometer read- unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension ings.
Page 337: Tire Pressure Monitor System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. 1,2,3, OR 4 TIRE(S) LOW PRESSURE Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- Low tire pressure levels of 28 psi [1.9 bars] (193 kPa) or balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and less detected in one or more tires.
Page 338 338 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS system is not intended to replace normal CAUTION! tire care and maintenance, nor to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. The TPMS system has been optimized for the origi- nal equipment tires and wheels. TPMS system pres- •...
Page 339: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 General Information TIRE CHAINS This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Use only compact chains, or other traction aids that meet RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the SAE type “Class S” specifications. Chains must be the following conditions: proper size for the vehicle, as recommended by the chain manufacturer.
Page 340: Snow Tires
340 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and CAUTION! your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of time on dry pavement. Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: instructions on method of installation, operating speed, •...
Page 341: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your was originally equipped with your vehicle and should type of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules” not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 Section of this manual.
Page 342: Fuel Requirements
342 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world Your vehicle is designed to meet all emis- have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- sion regulations and provide excellent fuel tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define economy when using high quality regular fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of...
Page 343: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends MMT In Gasoline Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num- ates are required in some areas of the country during the ber.
Page 344: Materials Added To Fuel
344 STARTING AND OPERATING • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional overheat.
Page 345: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte- Carbon Monoxide Warnings nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions WARNING! repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open.
Page 346: Adding Fuel
346 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL CAUTION! Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Damage to the fuel system or emission control The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door on the left side system could result from using an improper fuel of the vehicle.
Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 NOTE: WARNING! • Tighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking” • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near sound. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is properly tightened. If the vehicle diagnostic system the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly tank filled.
Page 348: Vehicle Loading
348 STARTING AND OPERATING • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in the • Type of Vehicle charts that follow. This information should be used for • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) passenger and luggage loading as indicated.
Page 349: Overloading
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle WARNING! separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles. Because the front wheels drive and steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and front or rear GAWR.
Page 350: Trailer Towing
350 STARTING AND OPERATING A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note that Example Only Front Rear Axle neither the GVWR or the GAWR capacities have been Axle exceeded. Empty Weight 2140 lbs 1470 lbs Load (Including driver, pass- 360 lbs 980 lbs sengers and cargo)
Page 351: Common Towing Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Common Towing Definitions Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The following trailer towing related definitions will assist The gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is the total you in understanding the following information: permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination.
Page 352 352 STARTING AND OPERATING that typically provides adjustable friction associated with WARNING! the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition Weight-Carrying Hitch can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 353: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Class Max. GTW (Gross Trailer trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Wt.) Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your dealer for package Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) content.
Page 354 354 STARTING AND OPERATING Engine/Transmission GCWR (Gross Com- Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Max. Tongue Wt. bined Wt. Rating) Trailer Wt.) 2.4L Automatic 5,200 lbs (2358 kg) 40 SQ. FT. Up to 2 persons & 85 lbs (39 kg) (3.72 square meters) Luggage 850 lbs (385 kg) 5,200 lbs (2358 kg)
Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 Engine/Transmission GCWR (Gross Com- Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Max. Tongue Wt. bined Wt. Rating) Trailer Wt.) 3.3L & 3.8L 6,600 lbs (2993 kg) 40 SQ. FT. Up to 2 persons & 180 lbs (82 kg) Automatic (3.72 square meters) Luggage 1,800 lbs...
Page 356: Trailer And Tongue Weight
356 STARTING AND OPERATING Engine/Transmission GCWR (Gross Com- Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Max. Tongue Wt. bined Wt. Rating) Trailer Wt.) 3.3L & 3.8L 8,600 lbs (3900 kg) 40 SQ. FT. Up to 2 persons & 380 lbs (172 kg) Automatic with (3.72 square meters) Luggage 3,800 lbs...
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. Consider the following items when computing the Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: many trailer accidents.
Page 358: Towing Requirements
358 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle driv- etrain components the following guidelines are recom- Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. mended: Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer CAUTION!
Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 • Safety chains must always be used between your 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the (This requirement may limit the ability to always frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough percentage of total trailer weight).
Page 360 360 STARTING AND OPERATING − When replacing tires refer to the Tires–General Infor- − Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 mation section of this manual on Replacement Tires for lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 proper tire replacement procedures.
Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles WARNING! wiring harness. Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Page 362: Towing Tips
362 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The “D” range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3” range should be selected. NOTE: Using the “3” range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor- mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces- sive shifting and heat build up.
Page 363: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (If − Air Conditioning Equipped) Turn off temporarily. − Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − refer to Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more informa- −...
Page 364 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 365: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Traction ......389 Hazard Warning Flasher ....366 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 366: Hazard Warning Flasher
366 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER To engage the Hazard Warning Flashers, depress the The hazard flasher switch is located in the center of the switch on the instrument panel. When the Hazard Warn- instrument panel above the radio. ing Switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emer- gency.
Page 367: If Your Engine Overheats
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 367 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS CAUTION! In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- Driving with a hot cooling system could damage tion. your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H”, pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 368: Jacking And Tire Changing
368 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling • Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The coolant. You may want to call a service center if your vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.
Page 369: Jacking Instructions - Stow 'N Go Seating
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369 • Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher. Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating • Block both the front and rear Preparations For Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice or of the wheel diagonally oppo- slippery areas, set the parking brake and place the gear site the jacking position.
Page 370 370 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location — Stow ’n Go Seating Remove the scissors jack and jack handle by rotating the The jack, jack handle and winch handle tools are stowed small wing nut to the left. Also remove the tool pouch behind the rear left side trim panel in the rear cargo area.
Page 371 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 371 Spare Tire Stowage — Stow ’n Go Seating For vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the spare tire is stowed inside a protective cover located under the center of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mecha- nism.
Page 372 372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 2. To remove the compact spare tire/cover assembly, assemble the winch handle extensions to form a “T’...
Page 373 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 373 WARNING! CAUTION! Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The The winch mechanism is designed for use with the vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You winch “T” handle only. Use of an air wrench or other could be crushed.
Page 374 374 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If either front tire is flat, it may be necessary to 4. When the compact spare tire/cover assembly is clear jack up the vehicle to remove the compact spare tire/ of the vehicle, stand the tire/cover assembly upright and cover assembly from under the vehicle.
Page 375 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 Jack Engagement Locations I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 376 376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. These locations are on the sill flange of the body and WARNING! consist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to be located, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabs Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make closest to the wheel to be changed.
Page 377 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the WARNING! left. A loose deflated (flat) tire thrown forward in a 11. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the collision or hard stop could injure the occupants in wrench while tightening for increased leverage.
Page 378 378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 14. Stow the cable and wheel spacer before driving the WARNING! vehicle, reassemble the winch handle extensions to form a “T’ and fit the winch “T” handle over the drive nut. A loose jack, thrown forward in a collision or hard Rotate the nut to the right approximately 33 turns until stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Page 379 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 WARNING! A loose compact spare tire/cover assembly, thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the com- pact spare tire with the cover assembly in the place provided.
Page 380 380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Turn the compact spare tire so that the valve stem is WARNING! down and place the tire into the spare tire cover assem- bly. Slide the wheel spacer through the center of the Verify that ’both’...
Page 381: Jacking Instructions - Non Stow 'N Go Seating
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 WARNING! CAUTION! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the For vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off Winch Mechanism is designed specifically to stow a the road to avoid the danger of being hit when COMPACT Spare Tire ONLY.
Page 382 382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location — Non Stow ’n Go Seating Spare Tire Stowage — Non Stow ’n Go Seating The jack, jack handle are stowed behind the rear left side For vehicles not equipped with Stow ’n Go seating the trim panel in the rear cargo area.
Page 383 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 2. Fit the jack handle over the drive nut. Rotate the nut to the left until the spare is on the ground with enough slack cable to allow you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle.
Page 384 384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Engagement Locations I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 385 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 5. These locations are on the sill flange of the body and WARNING! consist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to be located, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabs Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make closest to the wheel to be changed.
Page 386 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Do not install the wheel cover on the compact WARNING! spare. A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or Do not use a hammer or force to install the wheel covers. hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- 9.
Page 387: Jump-Starting Procedures If Battery Is Low
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 • For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation, JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES IF BATTERY IS stow with the valve stem toward the rear of the vehicle. WARNING! • Using the jack handle, rotate the drive nut to the right until the wheel is drawn into place against the Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever underside of the vehicle.
Page 388 388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry WARNING! such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an • inadvertent electrical contact. Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started.
Page 389: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal WARNING! of the booster battery and then to the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure you have Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is danger- a good contact on the engine.
Page 390: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- visible. ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- 4.
Page 391: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE CAUTION! With Ignition Key • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi- with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the tions: The gear selector must be in NEUTRAL, the front fascia will result.
Page 392: Without The Ignition Key
392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the position, not the ACCESSORY position.
Page 393: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... . 405 2.4L Engine ......396 ▫...
Page 394 394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Steering Shaft Seal ....413 ▫ Front And Rear Wheel Bearings ... 428 ▫...
Page 395 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 ▫ Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker And Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ..444 Back-Up Lights ..... . . 441 ▫...
Page 396: 2.4L Engine
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2.4L ENGINE Engine Compartment 2.4L Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 397: 3.3L/3.8L Engines
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 3.3L/3.8L ENGINES Engine Compartment 3.3L/3.8L Engines I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 398: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors • Prolonged driving with the “Malfunction Indica- the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic tor Light”...
Page 399: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS which you can use prior to going to the test station. To In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass check if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must do an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Page 400: Replacement Parts
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ignition key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M vehicle’s OBD system is not ready and you should not station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on proceed to the I/M station.
Page 401: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES systems can result in civil penalties being assessed The pages that follow contain the required maintenance against you. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle. WARNING! Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals, there are other items that should You can be badly injured working on or around a...
Page 402 402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
Page 403 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 If ANY of these apply to you, then change your engine oil Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the at every interval shown in schedule “B” of the “Mainte- interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the nance Schedules”...
Page 404 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to Identification Symbol the Engine Compartment illustration in this section. This symbol means that the oil has Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi- been certified by the American fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- Petroleum Institute (API).
Page 405: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 governmental agency for advice on how and where used Synthetic Engine Oils There are a number of engine oils being promoted as oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area. either synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to use Engine Oil Filter such a product, use only those oils that are American The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine...
Page 406: Spark Plugs
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Belts should be inspected for evidence of cuts, cracks, or plug, malfunctioning spark plugs can damage the cata- glazing, and replaced if there is indication of damage lytic converter. For proper type of replacement spark which could result in belt failure. If adjustment is re- plugs, refer to the “Vehicle Emission Control Informa- quired, the belts must be adjusted according to the tion”...
Page 407: Catalytic Converter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- WARNING! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst in the case of engine backfire.
Page 408 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control vehicle allowed to cool. Thereafter, service, including a systems can result in civil penalties being assessed tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications, should be ob- against you. tained immediately. To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! •...
Page 409: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma- • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic maintenance required. burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing.
Page 410: Air Conditioner Maintenance
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer • It is essential when replacing the cables on the at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a system positive post and the negative cable is attached to...
Page 411 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro- 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 412: Power Steering - Fluid Check
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the black arrow on the bottom of the filter frame with the WARNING! direction of airflow (away from the blower motor and towards the center of the car). Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving Refer to the “Maintenance Schedules”...
Page 413: Steering Shaft Seal
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 Continued operation could result in failure of the univer- Steering Shaft Seal The steering shaft seal, at the point where the shaft passes sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of the through the bulkhead, is lubricated when it is installed. If grease.
Page 414: Windshield Wiper Blades
414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a Windshield and Rear Window Washers year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the amount of a high quality lubricant such as Mopar Lock rear window washer is shared.
Page 415: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment.
Page 416: Cooling System
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any WARNING! accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
Page 417 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill CAUTION! At the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled. Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT en- gine coolants, may result in engine damage and may If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount decrease corrosion protection.
Page 418 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Engine Coolant The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- coolant can be used up to 5 Years or 100,000 miles before tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-...
Page 419 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open WARNING! containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician immediately.
Page 420 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do coolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to be not overfill.
Page 421: Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 • Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install collapsed. ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou- result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are...
Page 422 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or WARNING! collapsed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou- possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally present.
Page 423: Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 replaced immediately! Eventual deterioration of the hose Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may can take place resulting in a possibility of a burst failure. cause leaking in the system. Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require- WARNING! ments described on the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 424: Fuel System Hoses
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fuel System Hoses WARNING! Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are designed with hoses which have unique material charac- Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in teristics to provide adequate sealing and resist attack by spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the deteriorated gasoline.
Page 425 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 The dipstick is located just behind the radiator, lower CAUTION! right side. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Selection of Lubricant turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- shudder.
Page 426 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Procedure For Checking Fluid Level 5. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be or warm. Hot fluid is approximately 180°F (82°C), which checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle has an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the been driven at least 15 miles (24 km).
Page 427 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 Severe Usage is defined as: CAUTION! • Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, or Do not overfill. Dirt and water in the transmission trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for can cause serious damage. To prevent dirt and water more than 45 minutes of continuous operation.
Page 428: Front And Rear Wheel Bearings
428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front And Rear Wheel Bearings The following maintenance recommendations will enable Front and rear wheel bearings are permanently sealed. you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion No regular maintenance is required for these compo- resistance built into your vehicle. nents.
Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 Washing CAUTION! • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials hicle in the shade using Mopar Car Wash or a mild car such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 430 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider similar cause which destroys the paint and protective mud or stone shields behind each wheel. coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- •...
Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular Cleaning High Gloss Front Door B-pillar cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt Appliques can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery When cleaning the front door B-pillar appliques, care and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Page 432: Cleaning The Instrument Panel And Underseat Cup Holders
432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter Seat Belt Maintenance window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch solvents or abrasive cleaners.
Page 433 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 Cleaning Soak the drawer, with the drawer front facing up, in a mixture of medium hot tap water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap. Let soak for approximately one hour. After one hour pull the drawer from the water and dip it back into the water about six times.
Page 434: Integrated Power Module (Ipm)
434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM) Cavity Maxi Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink Front Wipers 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump 40 Amp Green Front Blower 40 Amp Green Electronic Back Light (EBL) 40 Amp Green Body Control Module (BCM) Feed 1 30 Amp Pink Central Amplifier...
Page 435 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow Fog Lights 25 Amp Natural Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module 15 Amp Blue Left Park/Tail Light 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch 15 Amp Blue Right Park/Tail Light 20 Amp Yellow Hazard 20 Amp Yellow RDO/IP Ignition 20 Amp Yellow Stop Lamp...
Page 436: Vehicle Storage
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE position are fused with self resetting fuses that are only CAUTION! serviceable by an authorized dealer. The power seats are fused by a 30 Amp circuit breaker located under the • When installing the Integrated Power Module driver’s seat.
Page 437: Replacement Light Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes NOTE: For lighted switches, see your dealer for replace- in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will ment instructions. insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass possibility of compressor damage when the system is cartridge types.
Page 438: Bulb Replacement
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights 1. Remove the three screws securing the headlight mod- ule. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. NOTE: On some vehicles it may be necessary to slide the red release lock rearward and push forward on the connector while depressing the release tab.
Page 439: Front Park/Turn Signal And Sidemarker Lights
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 Front Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lights CAUTION! 1. Remove the three screws securing the headlight mod- Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil ule. contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Page 440: Front Fog Light
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Twist the turn signal socket to remove from the Front Fog Light headlight module and pull bulb from socket. 1. Reach behind the front fascia from under the vehicle. 2. Twist the front fog light bulb to remove from the fog light housing.
Page 441: Back-Up Lights
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and Back-up Lights housing. 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two tail light assembly push-in type fasteners, by prying under the fastener head with a large flat screwdriver.
Page 442: Center High Mounted Stop Light (Chmsl)
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) 2. Twist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL housing. 1. Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and reattach the CHMSL.
Page 443: Fluids And Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 87 20 Gallons 76 Liters Octane Engine Oil-with filter 2.4 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 5.0 qts 4.7 Liters 3.3 & 3.8 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5.0 qts 4.7 Liters Cooling System *...
Page 444: Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker And Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 2.4 Liter Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil. Refer to your oil filler cap for cor- rect SAE grade, meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 445: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic Transmission Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
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Page 447 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Schedule “B” ......451 Emission Control System Maintenance ..448 ▫...
Page 448: Emission Control System Maintenance
448 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold There are two maintenance schedules that show the type must be done at the times or mileages specified to required service for your vehicle. assure the continued proper functioning of the emission First is Schedule “B”.
Page 449 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 449 • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser- At Each Stop for Fuel vice). • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully • Off-road or desert operation. warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu- NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions racy of the oil level reading.
Page 450 450 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct • Inspect the brake hoses. operation. • Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo- At Each Oil Change nents. • Change the engine oil filter. •...
Page 451: Schedule "B" 451
SCHEDULE “B” 451 • Driving in dusty conditions. SCHEDULE “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km). under one or more of the following conditions. Change • More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under speeds during hot weather, above 90°...
Page 452 452 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 3, 000 6, 000 9, 000 12, 000 15, 000 18, 000 (Kilometers) (5 000 ) (10 000 ) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings.
Page 453 SCHEDULE “B” 453 Miles 21, 000 24, 000 27, 000 30, 000 33, 000 36, 000 (Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
Page 454 454 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 39, 000 42, 000 45, 000 48, 000 51, 000 54, 000 (Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
Page 455 SCHEDULE “B” 455 Miles 57, 000 60, 000 63, 000 66, 000 69, 000 72, 000 (Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
Page 456 456 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
Page 457 SCHEDULE “B” 457 Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary. ‡ Check the PCV valve and replace if necessary.
Page 458 458 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 93, 000 96, 000 99, 000 102, 000 105, 000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary.
Page 459 SCHEDULE “B” 459 Miles 108, 000 111, 000 114, 000 117, 000 120, 000 (Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
Page 460 460 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 123, 000 126, 000 129, 000 132, 000 135, 000 (Kilometers) (205 000) (210 000) (215 000) (220 000) (225 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary.
Page 461 SCHEDULE “B” 461 Miles 138, 000 141, 000 144, 000 147, 000 150, 000 (Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary.
Page 462 462 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 138, 000 141, 000 144, 000 147, 000 150, 000 (Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000) Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Inspect the PCV valve and replace as necessary.* Replace the air conditioning filter.
Page 463: Schedule "A
SCHEDULE “A” 463 SCHEDULE “A” Miles 6, 000 12, 000 18, 000 24, 000 30, 000 36, 000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000 ) (50 000) (60 000) [Months] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings.
Page 464 464 SCHEDULE “A” Miles 42, 000 48, 000 54, 000 60, 000 66, 000 72, 000 (Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings.
Page 465 SCHEDULE “A” 465 Miles 42, 000 48, 000 54, 000 60, 000 66, 000 72, 000 (Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Check the PCV valve and replace, if neces- sary.* Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary.
Page 466 466 SCHEDULE “A” Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000 (Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (165 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary.
Page 467 SCHEDULE “A” 467 Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000 (Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (165 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] Replace the spark plugs 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter en- gines.
Page 468 468 SCHEDULE “A” Miles 102, 000 108, 000 114, 000 120, 000 (Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [Months] [102] [108] [114] [120] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
Page 469 SCHEDULE “A” 469 Miles 102, 000 108, 000 114, 000 120, 000 (Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [Months] [102] [108] [114] [120] Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary. ‡ Replace the engine timing belt on 2.4 liter engines only.
Page 470 470 SCHEDULE “A” Miles 126, 000 132, 000 138, 000 144, 000 150, 000 (Kilometers) (210 000) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250 000) [Months] [126] [132] [138] [144] [150] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings.
Page 471 SCHEDULE “A” 471 Miles 126, 000 132, 000 138, 000 144, 000 150, 000 (Kilometers) (210 000) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250 000) [Months] [126] [132] [138] [144] [150] Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary.
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Page 473: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Reporting Safety Defects ....477 Your Vehicle ......474 ▫...
Page 474: 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 475 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 475 • 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 476 476 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na- Impaired (TDD/TTY) tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922. To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the The manufacturer will not stand behind any service manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract.
Page 477: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 477 campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and individual problems between you, your dealer, and the provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to manufacturer.
Page 478: Publication Order Forms
478 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals. PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- these practical manuals make it easy for students and tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- technicians to find and fix problems on computer- cepted.
Page 479: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 479 All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Call Toll Free at: Requirements in Addition to These Grades. • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) Treadwear • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con- ditions on a specified government test course.
Page 480: Traction Grades
480 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Traction Grades test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 481 INDEX I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 482 482 INDEX Adding Fuel ......346 Alarm Light ......208 Adding Washer Fluid .
Page 483 INDEX 483 Interlock System ..... . . 310 Belts, Drive ......405 Reset Mode .
Page 484 484 INDEX Caps, Filler Center Lap Belts ......51 Fuel ....... . 346 Chains, Tire .
Page 485 INDEX 485 Compass Variance ..... . . 160 Cup Holder ......177,432 Computer, Trip/Travel .
Page 486 486 INDEX Door Locks ......17 Air Cleaner ......407 Door Locks, Automatic .
Page 487 INDEX 487 Temperature Gauge ..... 208 Fluid Level Checks Exhaust Gas Caution ....37,83,345,415 Automatic Transmission .
Page 488 488 INDEX Octane Rating ..... . 342,444 Glass Cleaning ......431 Requirements .
Page 489 INDEX 489 Hitches Integrated Child Seat ..... . 69 Trailer Towing ......353 Integrated Power Module .
Page 490 490 INDEX Lap/Shoulder Belts ..... . . 43 Door Ajar ......205 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .
Page 491 INDEX 491 Reading ......158 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 74 Rear Servicing .
Page 492 492 INDEX Exterior Folding ......91 Checking ......401 Heated .
Page 493 INDEX 493 Panic Alarm ......23 Steering, Checking ..... 412 Parking Brake .
Page 494 494 INDEX Rear Air Conditioning ....282,291 Reporting Safety Defects ....477 Rear Cup Holder .
Page 495 INDEX 495 Seat Belts ......42 Lumbar Support ..... . . 122 Adjustable Shoulder Belt .
Page 496 496 INDEX Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....339 Storage, Vehicle ..... . 295,436 Snow Tires .
Page 497 INDEX 497 Theft System (Security Alarm) ....26 Load Capacity ..... 324,325 Tilt Steering Column .
Page 498 498 INDEX Traction Control Switch ....150,318 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) . . 167 Trailer Towing ......350 Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) .
Page 499 INDEX 499 Vehicle Information Center ....163 Power ....... 41 Vehicle Loading .
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Dodge 2006 Grandcaravan User Manual

Introduction 1

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

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