Page 1: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 4: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION WARNING! This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is vehicle components contain or emit chemicals supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and known to the State of California to cause cancer and various customer oriented documents.
Page 5 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 6: Warnings And Cautions
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information.
Page 7 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....9 Automatic Unlock On Exit (Only Available If Automatic Door Locks Enabled) ... .18 Sentry Key Engine Immobilizer —...
Page 8 8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Linked To Memory Programming . .21 Lap/Shoulder Belts .....28 General Information ....22 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women .
Page 9: A Word About Your Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start You can insert the double sided keys into the locks with and operate the vehicle for more than the two second either side up.
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Sentry Key Immobilizer System indicator light ignition key, the theft alarm light will flash continuously comes on during normal vehicle operation (it has been to signal that the vehicle has been immobilized. If the running for longer than 10 seconds) a fault has been Theft Alarm Light remains On during vehicle operation, detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure single chime will sound. The Theft Alarm Light will stop consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle flashing, and turn On for 3 seconds; then turn Off. electronics.
Page 12: Ignition Key Removal
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Key Removal Turn the key to the Lock position and remove the key. Place the shift lever in Park and make sure that the shift knob push-button (vehicles with floor shift) is in the out position.
Page 13: Floor Shift Ignition Interlock System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Floor Shift Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK and the shift knob push button is out. It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the OFF or RUN positions.
Page 14: Illuminated Entry System
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM DOOR LOCKS The interior lights will come on when you unlock the Power Door Locks vehicle with the remote keyless entry or central unlock. There is a door lock switch on each front door trim panel. They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors Press this switch to lock or unlock the four doors.
Page 15: Central Locking Feature - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the WARNING! ignition switch, with the ignition switch in the ACC, LOCK, or OFF position, and the driver’s door is open, the For personal security and safety in the event of an doors will not lock.
Page 16: Child-Protection" Lock System (Rear Doors)
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE “Child-Protection” Lock System (Rear Doors) NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, To provide a safer environment for small children riding move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), lower the in the rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the window and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 3. vehicle speed is above 15 m.p.h. (24 km/h), 3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors. 4. the accelerator pedal is depressed. The Automatic Door Locks can be disabled or re-enabled by performing the same following procedure: 1.
Page 18: Automatic Unlock On Exit (Only Available If Automatic Door Locks Enabled)
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Unlock on Exit (Only Available if 3. Press upward on the power door unlock switch to Automatic Door Locks Enabled) unlock the doors. This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver’s 4.
Page 19: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To unlock the doors: To lock the doors: Press and release the unlock button on the transmitter. Press and release the LOCK button to lock all doors. The horn will chirp once and the park and tail lights will flash NOTE: The system may be programmed to unlock all to acknowledge the signal.
Page 20: Enable/Disable Trunk Press And Hold
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enable/Disable Trunk Press and Hold: To Use The Panic Alarm: The transmitter can be programmed to unlatch the trunk Press and hold the Panic button to activate the alarm. immediately upon activation of the Trunk button (with- Press and hold the Panic button or unlock the door with out pressing and holding) by performing the following the key to deactivate the alarm.
Page 21: Transmitter Linked To Memory Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 1. With the vehicle in Park, turn the Ignition switch to the release the lock and unlock buttons simultaneously. You ON position. will hear a chime after each transmitter has been success- fully programmed.
Page 22: General Information
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Press and release the Set (S) button on the memory General Information seat switch, then press and release memory button 1 or 2. This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 23: Transmitter Battery Service
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • Reassemble the transmitter case. Snap the halves to- Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is DL 2016 or its gether and test transmitter operation. equivalent. SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM • Pry the transmitter halves apart with a dime or similar The system monitors the doors, trunk key cylinder, and object.
Page 24: To Set The Alarm
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To set the alarm: 1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle. 2. Lock the door using either the door key, power door lock switch, or the Keyless Entry Transmitter and close all doors.
Page 25: Security System Manual Override
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Security System Manual Override POWER WINDOWS The system will not arm if you lock the doors using the Window controls on the driver’s door control all door manual lock control. windows. The driver’s window switch has an Auto Down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the window will go down automatically.
Page 26: Remote Trunk Lid Release
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE TRUNK LID RELEASE TRUNK SAFETY WARNING You can open the trunk lid from inside the vehicle by pressing the switch on the left side of the instrument WARNING! panel. The transmission must be in Park before the switch will operate.
Page 27: Trunk Emergency Release
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front airbags for both the driver and front passenger and side airbags, if equipped, for both the driver and right front passenger.
Page 28: Lap/Shoulder Belts
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even WARNING! on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat and cause a collision which includes you.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt adjust the front seat.
Page 30 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will a bit on the shoulder belt, as shown.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 6. To release the belt, push the red button marked PRESS WARNING! on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of stowed position.
Page 32: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to In the front seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted position the belt away from your neck. upward or downward to position the belt away from Seat Belts and Pregnant Women your neck.
Page 33: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbag
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 This vehicle has front airbags for both the driver and WARNING! front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the Using a seat belt extender when not needed can center of the steering wheel.
Page 34 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags also work WARNING! with seat belts to improve occupant protection. • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types covers or attempt to manually open them.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- 4. If your vehicle has side airbags, do not lean against the positioning booster seats appropriate for the size and age door, airbags will inflate forcefully into the space be- of the child.
Page 36 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • ACM (Airbag Control Module) Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: • SIACM (Side Impact Airbag Control Module) • ACM (Airbag Control Module) • Interconnecting Wiring • AIRBAG Readiness Light How the Frontal Airbag System Works •...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 then turns the light off. If it detects a malfunction in through vent holes in the sides of the airbag. In this any part of the system, it turns on the light either way the airbags do not interfere with your control of momentarily or continuously.
Page 38 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. WARNING! They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli- few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor sion.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 • The side impact airbag control module monitors the Maintaining Your Airbag System readiness of the electronic parts of the system when- ever the ignition switch is in the “START” or “RUN” WARNING! positions.
Page 40: Child Restraint
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Light Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck- You will want to have the airbags ready for your led up in a rear seat. According to crash statistics, protection in an impact. While the airbag system children are safer when properly restrained in the rear is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the seat rather than the front.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Infants and Child Restraints WARNING! • Safety experts recommend that children ride • A rearward facing infant restraint should only be rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least used in a rear seat. A rearward facing infant one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
Page 42 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s than one year. These child seats are also held in the weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH anchor- weight and height limits.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or child restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether strap slouching can move the belt out of position. kits or retro-fit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re- •...
Page 44 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- System facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the WARNING! lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening Improper installation of a child restraint to the on the restraint.
Page 46 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To attach a child restraint tether strap: 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap 1. Lift the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- where you are placing the child restraint.
Page 47: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS The engine in your new vehicle does not require a long Exhaust Gas break-in period. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). WARNING! After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
Page 48: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE must remain open, close all windows. Adjust the Defrosters heating or cooling system to force outside air into the Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place vehicle. Set the blower at high speed. the blower control on high speed.
Page 49: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Console Features ..... . .53 Power Seats ......57 Cup Holders .
Page 50 50 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Turn The Interior Lights On ... . .64 Passing Light ......68 Battery Saver Feature—Interior Lights .
Page 51 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 51 Programming The Universal Transceiver ..76 Wind Buffeting ......87 “Rolling Code”...
Page 52 52 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Trip Odometer (ODO) ....103 Automatic Compass Calibration ... 104 Elapsed Time (ET) .
Page 53: Console Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 53 CONSOLE FEATURES CUP HOLDERS Front Seat Cupholders The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the console. Press the forward edge of the console to release the cupholders. Press the cupholder back into the console when they are no longer needed.
Page 54: Coat Hook
54 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE COAT HOOK MIRRORS The coat hook is located next to the Rear Seat Reading/ Adjusting The Inside Day/Night Mirror Courtesy Light Switch. Pull the hook down for access. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window.
Page 55: Heated Remote Control Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 55 Electric Remote Control Mirrors NOTE: Pre selected power mirror positions (for the driver seat only) can be controlled by the Memory Seat Feature. Refer to the Seats section which follows. Press the L or R button located on the driver’s door panel for Left or Right mirror selection.
Page 56: Supplemental Indicators - 300M Special Only
56 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Place the mirror switch in the neutral (center) WARNING! position to prevent accidental changing of the mirror setting. Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away Supplemental Indicators —...
Page 57: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 57 On vehicles equipped with an EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Information Center), these functions can be selected at the EVIC using the Customer Programmable Features. Refer to EVIC-Customer Programmable Features for de- tails. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor.
Page 58: Power Reclining Seats
58 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After entry, the seat will return to its previously set CAUTION! position after one of the following occurs: Do not place any article under a power seat as it may • The ignition switch is turned on cause damage to the seat controls.
Page 59: Lumbar Support
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 59 NOTE: On vehicles equipped with an EVIC (Electronic Heated Seats Vehicle Information Center), these functions can be se- The front driver’s and passenger seats are heated. The lected at the EVIC using the Customer Programmable control for the heater is located on the outboard side of Features.
Page 60: Memory Feature
60 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memory Feature To Set The Memory Feature: This feature allows the driver to recall one of two 1. Use the seat and driver mirror switches to adjust the pre-selected seat/outside mirror settings as well as radio seat and driver mirror to the desired positions.
Page 61: Programming The Remote Keyless Transmitter For The Memory Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 61 Programming the Remote Keyless Transmitter for 5. Do not press any buttons for 10 seconds. the Memory Feature NOTE: Your transmitters may be unlinked to your Your remote transmitters can be programmed to return memory settings by pressing the Unlock button on the the driver’s seat, mirror, and radio presets to the saved transmitter in step 4 above.
Page 62: Head Restraints
62 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Head Restraints Folding Rear Seat Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Adjustable restraints should be adjusted so that the upper edge is as high as practical.
Page 63: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 63 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD WARNING! To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull up on the hood release lever located under the left side of The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the the instrument panel.
Page 64: Interior Lights
64 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Then lift up on the catch located under the front edge of WARNING! the hood, near the center. If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. You could have a collision.
Page 65: Instrument Panel Lighting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 65 NOTE: The map lights or reading lights that are manu- on during the daytime such as in a parade or a funeral ally switched on will not turn off automatically. procession. To activate this feature, rotate the Dimmer Control upward to the first detent.
Page 66: Exterior Lights
66 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE EXTERIOR LIGHTS Headlights And Parking Lights Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are left on after the ignition is turned Off, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened. When the headlight switch is turned clockwise from Off to the first position, the parking lights, Automatic Headlights...
Page 67: Headlight Time Delay
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 Automatic system off, turn the headlight switch clock- To activate the delay, turn off the ignition while the wise, to the off position. headlights are still on. Then turn off the headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 68: Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
68 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) Turn Signals The headlights are on at a dimmer level whenever the The arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to vehicle is started and the parking brake is released. The show operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 69: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 Windshield Wipers And Washers If the button is pushed while in the OFF position, the The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the wipers will cycle twice. control lever. Turn the end of the handle to select the desired wiper speed.
Page 70: Tilt Steering Column
70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Vehicle speed is monitored to calculate wiper WARNING! delay intervals. The delay between cycles is shortened when the vehicle is moving above 10 m.p.h. (16 km/h) Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is and lengthened below 10 m.p.h.
Page 71: Electronic Speed Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL This device can be engaged to take over the accelerator operation at speeds between 30 mph (48 km/h) and 85 mph (137 km/h). The controls are mounted on the steering wheel. To turn the Traction Control System On, press the switch until the TRAC OFF light in the instrument cluster turns off.
Page 72: To Activate
72 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate: WARNING! Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system ON. The CRUISE light in the instrument cluster will illuminate Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when the system is ON. when not in use is dangerous.
Page 73: To Resume Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 To Resume Speed: To Accelerate For Passing: To resume a previously set speed, push and release the Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the ACCEL/RESUME button. Resume can be used at any pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.
Page 74: Overhead Console
74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE downshift again to second gear. The transmission will OVERHEAD CONSOLE upshift as the vehicle reaches the top of the hill. The overhead console contains dome/reading lights, an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink ), an When Descending A Hill optional sunroof switch, and either an Electronic Vehicle If vehicle speed rises 3 mph (5 km/h) over the Speed...
Page 75: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door is additional information HomeLink , call opened or when the interior lights are turned on by 1–800–355–3515, internet rotating the dimmer control located on the multi-function www.homelink.com.
Page 76: Programming The Universal Transceiver
76 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 77: Rolling Code" Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 NOTE: Step 2 does not have to be followed to program NOTE: Some entry gates and garage door openers may additional hand held transmitters. require you to replace step 4 with the procedures listed under Canadian Programming.
Page 78 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On garage door openers with the “Rolling Code” feature, difficulty in locating the training button, check your the transmitter code changes after each use to prevent the garage door opener manual, or call 1-800-355-3515 or, on copying of your code.
Page 79: Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 Canadian Programming/Gate Programming Reprogramming A Single Button Canadian frequency laws, and the technology of some 1. Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to be entry gates, require you to press and release the hand reprogrammed.
Page 80: Security
80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Security GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies. Equipped in vehicles that have the optional Electronic To erase all of the previously trained frequencies, hold Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) down both outside buttons until the green light begins to The HomeLink Universal Transceiver replaces up to...
Page 81: Programming The Universal Transceiver
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Programming The Universal Transceiver WARNING! A moving garage door can cause injury to people and WARNING! pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured. Use this transceiver with Your motorized door or gate will open and close a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse”...
Page 82 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Erase the factory test codes by pressing and holding channels button one and three, of the universal trans- ceiver, until CLEARED CHANNELS displays (about 20 seconds). Release the buttons. 4. Using both hands, simultaneously press and hold the button on the hand-held transmitter and the button you would like to program on the universal transceiver.
Page 83: Reprogramming A Single Universal Transceiver Button
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 NOTE: In Canada, D.O.C. regulations require many hand-held transmitters to stop transmitting after two seconds. On these hand-held transmitters, transmission will stop even though the light on the hand-held trans- mitter stays lit. If you have one of these hand-held transmitters, you should press and release the hand-held transmitter button every two seconds without releasing the uni-...
Page 84: Operation
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. When the display indicates TRAINED, and the previ- Multiple security code (rolling code) garage door openers and other devices which are code protected ous programming for the button has now been erased and manufactured after 1995, may be determined by and a new device has been programmed to the button.
Page 85: For Your Security
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 3. Press the programming button on the garage door What May Cause The Universal Transceiver Not opener motor head unit (which activates the program- To Work ming light). • The universal transceiver may not have been pro- 4.
Page 86: Power Sun Roof - If Equipped
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the two following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 87: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open Wind Buffeting as the sun roof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of the sun roof is open. pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears.
Page 88: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • MEMORY SEAT DISABLED VEHICLE (not in Park) ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED • LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE • LEFT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE • RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE • RIGHT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE •...
Page 89: Tire Pressure Monitor System - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Tire Pressure Monitor System — If Equipped CAUTION! The Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system uses wireless technology to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, The TPM system is designed to monitor your tire mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit pressure and will not function as a tire pressure tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the over- gauge while adjusting the pressure in your tires.
Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: This display will return 60 seconds after either received, the EVIC will display the TIRE PRESSURE the C/T, MENU, STEP, or RESET button is pressed. If a NOW AVAILABLE message for 5 seconds along with a tire is low or high, you should correct your tire inflation chime.
Page 91: Customer Programmable Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with Customer Programmable Features RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the Press the MENU button until one of the display choices following conditions: following appears: 1.
Page 92 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Language US or Metric When in this display you may select one of five lan- Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects US guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip or Metric.
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st Sound Horn with Lock When this feature is selected only the driver’s door will When this feature is selected a short horn sound will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry occur when the remote keyless entry “Lock”...
Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlamp On With Wipers (Available with Auto Reset Service Distance (Displays Only if Service Headlights Only) Interval was Changed) When this feature is selected and the headlight switch When this feature is selected the current accumulated has at least once been moved to the AUTO position, the service distance can be reset to the newly selected service headlights will turn on when the wipers are turned on.
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Tilt Mirrors Down transmitter trained will be associated with memory set- When this feature is selected, and the vehicle is placed in ting 1 and the second transmitter trained will be associ- reverse, the driver’s exterior mirror will tilt downward to ated with memory setting 2.
Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When this feature is selected, the TPM system will start 6. Starting at the left front tire, place the training magnet the retraining procedure. Pressing the STEP button when over the valve stem until the horn chirps. (This takes in this display will select “Yes”...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 7. Repeat step 6 working clockwise around the vehicle (Left Front, Right Front, Right Rear, Left Rear, Spare) until all five TPM sensor positions are trained. 8. Return magnet to storage location. If the display reads TRAINING COMPLETE, pressing either the STEP, C/T, RESET, or MENU buttons will exit the training mode.
Page 98: Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer This display provides the outside temperature, one of the eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing, and vehicle trip information. The com- pass and temperature display is the normal display. When the C/T button is pressed or the customer pro- grammable features have been “stepped through”...
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Elapsed Time Shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset. Miles to Service Shows the distance remaining to require service. NOTE: This display can be reset to the set service interval by pressing and holding the RESET button for 3 seconds.
Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Tires heat up during normal driving conditions. Manual Compass Calibration Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 If the compass appears erratic and the CAL symbol does psi (14 to 41 kPa) during normal driving conditions.
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas of the country, the difference between magnetic and geographic north is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set according to the Compass Variance Map.
Page 102: Overhead Travel Information Center - If Equipped
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set the display to “Compass/Temperature.” Press the RESET button approximately five seconds. The last variance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP button to select the new variance zone and press the RESET button to resume normal operation.
Page 103: Global Reset
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Global Reset Trip Odometer (ODO) If the RESET button is pressed twice within 3 seconds This display shows the distance traveled since the last while in any of the 3 resetable displays, the Global Reset reset.
Page 104: Automatic Compass Calibration
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Compass Calibration Variance is the difference between magnetic North and The self calibrating feature of the compass eliminates the geographic North. For proper compass function, the need to calibrate the compass for normal conditions. correct variance zone must be set.
Page 105: Outside Temperature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Outside Temperature Because engine temperature can increase the displayed temperature, temperature readings are slowly updated when vehicle speed is below 20 mph (30 km/h). ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Your vehicle may be equipped with two power outlets. The primary power outlet is located in the forward portion of the center console and in the lower center of the instrument panel.
Page 106 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Move the fuse slightly right and insert it in the fuse #6 “BAT” location in the fuse block. • Reinstall the fuse cover. There may be an additional power outlet, if equipped, inside and on the back side of the bin below the armrest.
Page 107: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instruments And Controls ....111 Sales Code RAZ—AM/ FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player And CD Player — If Instrument Cluster .
Page 108 108 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Scan Button ......122 EJT CD (Eject) Button ....125 To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory .
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 109 Balance ......128 Satellite Radio — If Equipped ... . . 137 Fade .
Page 110 110 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loading The CD Changer ....140 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped ......142 Playing Discs .
Page 111: Instruments And Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 111 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS...
Page 112: Instrument Cluster
112 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 113: Instrument Cluster Description
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 113 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 4. TRAC ON/OFF Lights The Traction Control On light (TRAC ON) will come on 1. Fuel Gauge momentarily as a bulb check when the ignition switch is When the ignition is in the ON position, the first turned ON.
Page 114 114 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Turn Signal Indicators 12. Low Washer Fluid Light The arrow will flash in unison with the exterior This symbol will light whenever the fluid reser- turn signal, when using the turn signal lever. voir is less than 1/4 filled. Adding washer fluid will cause the light to go out the next time the 8.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 115 If the pointer rises to the “H” mark, stop the vehicle and light will illuminate when the key is in the ON turn off the engine until the problem is corrected. position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked promptly.
Page 116 116 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL have it replaced. If the light stays on, or comes on Defroster. If the Charging System Light remains on, it while driving, have the system checked by an autho- means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with rized dealer.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 117 If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced The warning light should be checked frequently to assure as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock that it is operating properly. This can be done by turning brakes.
Page 118: Setting The Analog Clock
118 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK Clock Setting Procedure To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position. panel, press and hold the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, press until the setting is correct.
Page 119: Two Types Of Signals
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 119 Two Types of Signals NOTE: On vehicles so equipped the radio, steering There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD/DVD changer if Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound equipped, will remain active for up to 45 seconds after causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to the ignition switch has been turned off.
Page 120: Power Switch, Volume Control
120 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch, Volume Control be selected. Many radio stations do not currently broad- Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the cast PTY information. volume control clockwise to increase the volume. The Toggle the PTY button to select the following format volume will be displayed and continuously updated types:...
Page 121: Balance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 121 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 Religious Talk Rel Talk will tune to the preset station. Rock Rock Pressing PTY, then SCAN will scan the FM Band and stop...
Page 122: Tone Control
122 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Tone Control To Set The Radio Push-button Memory Slide the Bass and/or Treble controls up or down to When you are receiving a station that you wish to adjust the sound for the desired tone. The treble, and bass commit to push-button memory, press the SET button.
Page 123: Operating Instructions - Tape Player
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 123 Operating Instructions — Tape Player Fast Forward (FF) Insert the cassette with the exposed tape side toward the Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape right and the mechanical action of the player will gently in the direction that it is playing.
Page 124: Changing Tape Direction
124 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Changing Tape Direction light in the display will go off when the Dolby System is If you wish to change the direction of tape travel (side off. The Dolby System is automatically reactivated each being played), press the PTY button. The lighted arrow in time a tape is inserted.
Page 125: Seek Button
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125 NOTE: The disc can be ejected with the radio OFF. • You may eject a disc with the radio OFF. The ignition FF/TUNE/RW Button switch must be in the ON or ACC position to insert a Press FF (Fast Forward) once and the CD player will disc with the radio OFF.
Page 126: Mode
126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MODE Scan Button Press the MODE button to select between the tape player, Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. CD player, or satellite radio (if equipped). To stop the scan function, press the button a second time. To select Satellite Radio (if equipped), press the MODE SALES CODE RBB—AM/FM STEREO RADIO button until the word SIRIUS appears.
Page 127: Power Button
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127 NOTE: When first learning the control functions, the Seek user should set the controls as shown in the following Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next list. station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the Tone Controls…As illustrated.
Page 128: Balance
128 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second station to each push-button by Bass and Treble Tone Control repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press The tone controls consist of 2 separate bands. The bass the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display band is on the left, and the treble band is on the right.
Page 129: Cassette Player Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129 Cassette Player Features Selective Music Search With ignition OFF and the sound system OFF, you can Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track eject the tape cassette by pushing the EJECT button. number to skip forward or backward 1 to 7 selections.
Page 130: Cd Changer Control Capability - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL display. Each time a tape is inserted the Dolby will turn Seek Button Press the SEEK up or down to select another track on the same disc. A SEEK symbol will appear on the display. * “Dolby”...
Page 131: Radio Display Messages
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 131 CD HOT will pause the operation. Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected or another MODE is selected. An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following reasons: •...
Page 132: Sales Code Rbk-Am/ Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player And Cd Changer Controls
132 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RBK—AM/ FM STEREO RADIO Seek WITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the CONTROLS button to seek up and the bottom to seek down.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 Bass and Treble Tone Control You may add a second station to each push-button by The tone controls consist of 2 separate bands. The bass repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press band is on the left, and the treble band is on the right. the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display Each band is adjusted by a slider control with a detent at window.
Page 134: Cd Player Operation
134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap- display will show the track number and index time in proved by the party responsible for compliance could minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 135: Cd Changer Operation - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 Random Play — RND/Program Button 4 CD Changer Operation — If Equipped Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing MODE to activate Random Play. This feature plays the selections Press the MODE button to select between the cassette on the compact disc in random order to provide an tape player, CD player, and the CD changer (if equipped).
Page 136: Sales Code Rb1-Am/Fm Stereo Radio With
136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL FF/RW — TUNE SALES CODE RB1—AM/FM STEREO RADIO Press FF/TUNE/RW to skip through the tracks in the WITH DVD/GPS NAVIGATION SYSTEM — IF desired direction, until the button is released (it will not EQUIPPED stop at the beginning/end of any track until you release the button).
Page 137: Satellite Radio - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED ESN/SID Access With RBB and RBK Radios Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to the radio OFF, press the Tape Eject or CD Eject (depend- coast.
Page 138: Selecting Satellite Mode In Rbb And Rbk Radios
138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting Satellite Mode in RBB and RBK Radios Selecting a Channel Press the MODE button repeatedly until S A appears in Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for the display. A CD or tape may remain in the radio while the next channel.
Page 139: Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels PTY Button SEEK When the desired program is obtained, press the SCAN In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, you button within five seconds. The channel will change to may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button the next channel that matches the program type selected.
Page 140: Disc Cd Changer - If Equipped
140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6 DISC CD CHANGER — IF EQUIPPED To insert additional CDs into the changer, the instructions The CD changer is located below the radio in the follow: instrument panel. The changer plays only 4 ⁄ inch (12 1.
Page 141: Seek Button
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 Seek Button NOTE: The changer will not random play between Press the top of this button on the radio once to play the discs. next track. Press the bottom of the button once to return Press the top of the Seek button once to move to the next to the beginning of the current track.
Page 142: Removing Discs From The Cd Changer
142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pressing the AM/FM button while in the tape or CD REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF mode will select the radio mode. EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear • If in the CD mode and the last CD is ejected, the radio surface of the steering wheel.
Page 143: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 Pressing the center button will make the radio switch If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the between the various modes available (AM/FM/TAPE/ second selection, three times, it will play the third, etc. CD, Etc.).
Page 144: Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance
144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the Maintain your cassette tape player. The head and capstan second track, three times, it will play the third, etc. shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played.
Page 145: Compact Disc Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES To keep the compact discs in good condition, take the Under certain conditions, the operation of a cellular following precautions: phone in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy perfor- mance from your radio.
Page 146: Climate Controls
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS near the windshield glass. The In-Car Temperature Sen- sor is mounted behind the ATC control panel. These Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) sensors transmit data on sun strength and vehicle interior temperatures to enhance system performance. CAUTION! Do not cover either sensor with any foreign material as improper operation of the system will result.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 Fan Control The system adjusts to bring the interior temperature to Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced the desired comfort level. All comfort settings are auto- through the system in any mode you select. Turn the matic;...
Page 148 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL engine speed or power may be noticed when the com- Panel pressor is on. This is a normal occurrence since the Air is directed through the outlets in the instru- compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and ment panel.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 NOTE: There is a varying difference in temperature NOTE: The defroster turns off automatically after 15 between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. minutes of operation. Each later activation will allow 7 The warmer air goes to the floor outlets. This feature 1/2 minutes of operation.
Page 150 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Hot Weather Automatic Recirculation Rear Seat Air Outlets The system will automatically recirculate the air inside The center console on vehicles with bucket seats has the vehicle when the interior is very warm. This will upper and lower outlets located on the rear of the provide maximum cooling.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 Operating Tips...
Page 152 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Outside Air Intake Make sure that the air intake directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions. Leaves, snow, etc., could block air flow into the vehicle.
Page 153: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....155 Autostick ......159 Normal Starting .
Page 154 154 STARTING AND OPERATING Radial-Ply Tires ..... . 168 300M ......175 Spare Tire Usage With Directional Tread Pattern 300M Special Only .
Page 155: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 155 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death. The gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear.
Page 156: If Engine Fails To Start
156 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start If the engine fails to start after following the Normal Starting procedure, it may be flooded. Push the accelera- tor pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while CAUTION! cranking the engine.
Page 157: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 157 After Starting CAUTION! The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed: ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — Optional U.S. and Standard Canada •...
Page 158: Transaxle Reset Mode
158 STARTING AND OPERATING Transaxle Reset Mode Gear Ranges The transaxle is monitored for abnormal conditions. If a “P” Park condition is detected that could cause damage, the trans- axle automatically shifts into second gear. The transaxle NOTE: If the key is in the RUN position, you must remains in second gear despite the forward gear selected.
Page 159: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 159 When frequent transaxle shifting occurs when using the You can shift in or out of the autostick mode at any time Overdrive range, such as when operating the vehicle without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. If you under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, travel- choose the Overdrive mode, the transmission will oper- ing into strong head winds, or while towing heavy...
Page 160: Autostick General Information
160 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the system detects powertrain overheating, the Autostick General Information transmission will revert to the automatic shift mode • The transmission will automatically upshift from first and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off. to second gear and from second to third gear when •...
Page 161: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 161 PARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the ignition on, the red Brake light in the instrument cluster will come on. When parking on a hill, you must set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in Park. If you don’t, the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of Park.
Page 162: Brake System
162 STARTING AND OPERATING BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with power brakes as standard • Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan- equipment. In the event you lose power assist for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the gerous for several reasons.
Page 163: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 163 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) POWER STEERING The ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brake Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted steering as performance under most braking conditions. The system standard equipment. The power assisted steering system automatically “pumps”...
Page 164: Tires
164 STARTING AND OPERATING • The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to TIRES the brake system due to overheated brake tempera- Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and tures. satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure: NOTE: Extended heavy use of Traction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the Traction...
Page 165: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 165 2. Economy— Tire Inflation Pressures Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is listed on a patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal label attached to the rear face of the driver’s door. The wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for pressure should be checked and adjusted at least once earlier tire replacement.
Page 166: Tire Pressure Monitor System - If Equipped
166 STARTING AND OPERATING period. The cold inflation pressure must not exceed the The TPM system informs you of a low or high tire maximum values molded into the tire side wall. pressure condition. If this occurs, correct your tire infla- tion pressure as soon as possible, and inspect all of your Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi [.13 to.41 bars] tires.
Page 167 STARTING AND OPERATING 167 The tire pressure sensors must be retrained following a CAUTION! wheel rotation or sensor replacement. Refer to “Under- standing The Features of Your Vehicle, Electronic Vehicle The TPM system has been optimized for the original Information Center (EVIC), Customer Programmable equipment tires and wheels.
Page 168: High Speed Operation
168 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! High speed driving with your vehicle under load is After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al- dangerous. The added strain on your tires could ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent cause them to fail.
Page 169: Spare Tire Usage With Directional Tread Pattern
STARTING AND OPERATING 169 Spare Tire Usage with Directional Tread Pattern Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take Tires (300M Special Only) your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the The 300M Special model offers tires with a directional compact spare installed.
Page 170: Tire Spinning
170 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning Tire Chains When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Due to limited clearance, tire chains are not recom- spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph. (48 km/h). mended. See the paragraph on Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in section 6 of this manual.
Page 171: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 171 Snow tires may have a lower speed rating than factory WARNING! equipped tires and may not match the maximum vehicle speed. The 300M Special is equipped with tires that are optimized for driving in dry and wet weather con- Snow tires should not be operated at sustained speeds ditions.
Page 172: Replacement Tires
172 STARTING AND OPERATING These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread WARNING! grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the indicators appear that specified for your vehicle.
Page 173: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 173 Rotate your tires at intervals shown on the maintenance CAUTION! schedules. More frequent rotation is permissible if de- sired. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should Replacing original tires with tires of a different size be corrected before rotating.
Page 174: Alignment And Balance
174 STARTING AND OPERATING of this type of tire is indicated by arrows on the side wall Alignment And Balance of the tire. The suspension components of your vehicle should be inspected and aligned when needed to obtain full tire The required rotation method for directional tires is to tread mileage.
Page 175: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 175 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling and stumble. If you experience these 300M problems, try another brand of gasoline before consider- Your engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations ing service for the vehicle.
Page 176: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
176 STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends MMT in Gasoline Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with mate- MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is rials called oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE and blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num- ETBE.
Page 177: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 177 Materials Added to Fuel unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to determine if the All gasoline sold in the United States is required to problem is fuel related prior to returning your vehicle to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional an authorized dealer for service.
Page 178 178 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel • Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
Page 179: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 179 VEHICLE LOADING Luggage Racks The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in the External racks do not increase the total load carrying following sample chart and on the tire pressure label capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total occupant and attached to the driver’s door.
Page 180 180 STARTING AND OPERATING • Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer adequate performance. For Example, choose “4” if the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “3” or “2” if size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are needed to maintain the desired speed.
Page 181: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....182 Jump-Starting The Battery ....189 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 182: Hazard Warning Flasher
182 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the The flasher switch is on the steering column, just flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition behind the steering wheel.
Page 183: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 183 the fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act WARNING! as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant.
Page 184: Preparations For Jacking
184 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking WARNING! • Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers and park the Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery vehicle close to moving traffic.
Page 185 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 185 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to loosen 4. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack the lug nuts of the flat tire. saddle with the lift area of the sill flange, use the lift area closest to the flat tire.
Page 186 186 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts, wheel cover (if equipped) and tire. Remove the cover by hand, do not pry off.
Page 187 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 187 WARNING! WARNING! Death or serious injury can occur if magnetically Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make sensitive devices are exposed to this magnet. Mag- the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and nets can affect pacemakers.
Page 188: Compact Spare Tire-For Temporary Emergency Use Only
188 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Compact Spare Tire-For Temporary Emergency 1. Tighten the two lug nuts on the mounting studs on Use Only each side of the stud which is in alignment with the valve stem. • Keep tire inflated to 60 PSI (414 KPa) Cold Inflation Pressure.
Page 189: Jump-Starting The Battery
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 189 JUMP-STARTING THE BATTERY WARNING! Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not WARNING! allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing. Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever Don’t lean over battery when attaching clamps or the hood is raised.
Page 190 190 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Remote jump starting terminals are located in the Check the Battery Test Indicator. If a light or bright engine compartment. colored dot is visible in the indicator, DO NOT jump-start the battery. If the indicator is dark or shows a green dot, proceed as follows: 1.
Page 191: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 191 5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative jump start attachment of the booster battery and then to the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure you have a good contact on the engine. 6.
Page 192: Traction
192 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become WARNING! visible. Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is danger- 4. Keep tires properly inflated. ous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of 5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the front wheels.
Page 193: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 193 CAUTION! CAUTION! • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the can also damage the tires.
Page 195: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 3.5L Engine ......197 Windshield Washers ....213 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) .
Page 196 196 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Replacement Light Bulbs ....230 License Plate Light ....235 Bulb Replacement .
Page 197: 3.5L Engine
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 197 3.5L ENGINE...
Page 198: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
198 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! To meet new government regulations and promote cleaner air, your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Prolonged driving with the light on could cause onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system further damage to the emission control system.
Page 199: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 199 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank PROGRAMS or start the engine. In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass 3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Page 200: Replacement Parts
200 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If your OBD system is not ready, you should see your REPLACEMENT PARTS authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was Use of genuine Mopar parts for normal/scheduled recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in- you may need to do nothing more than drive your sure the designed performance.
Page 201: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 201 Engine Oil WARNING! Checking Oil Level You can be badly injured working on or around a To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which engine oil must be maintained, at the correct level. Check you have the knowledge and the proper equipment.
Page 202 202 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The best time to check the oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil should be changed.
Page 203: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 203 • More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change speeds during hot weather above 90°F (32°C) intervals exceed 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever comes first. •...
Page 204 204 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). We only recommend API Certified en- gine oils that meet the require- ments of DaimlerChrysler’s Mate- rial Standard MS-6395.
Page 205 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 205 performance may be impaired by supplemental addi- Drive Belts — Check Condition and Tension tives. At the mileage shown in the maintenance schedules, check all drive belts for condition and proper tension. Disposing of Used Engine Oil Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure.
Page 206 206 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Fuel Filter Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at A plugged fuel filter can cause hard starting or limit the the intervals shown on Schedule “A”. If, however, you speed at which a vehicle can be driven.
Page 207 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 207 In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning CAUTION! engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool. vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
Page 208 208 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE replace it with a new valve. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO WARNING! CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE! Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to plugging deposits.
Page 209 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 209 through the condenser as required. Fabric front fascia CAUTION! protectors may reduce air flow to the condenser, reducing air conditioning performance. It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the WARNING! negative post.
Page 210: Chassis Lubrication
210 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Fluid level should be checked with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts. Do not overfill. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended power steering fluid. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubri- cants and Genuine Parts for the correct fluid type.
Page 211: Drive Shaft Universal Joints
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 211 Drive Shaft Universal Joints Hood Latch Your vehicle has four constant velocity universal joints. When performing other under hood services, the hood Periodic lubrication of these joints is not required. How- latch release mechanism and safety catch should be ever, the joint boots should be inspected for external inspected, cleaned, and lubricated.
Page 212: Windshield Wiper Blades
212 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Parking brake mechanism then proceed as described above, to distribute the lubri- cant within the lock cylinder. Pay attention to trunk • Trunk latches hinges, especially during cold weather, to ensure ease of • Ash tray trunk operation.
Page 213: Windshield Washers
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 213 Windshield Washers WARNING! The fluid reservoir in the engine compartment should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the Commercially available windshield washer solvents reservoir with windshield antifreeze (not radiator anti- are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care freeze) rated not to freeze at -25°F (-31°C).
Page 214: Cooling System
214 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System WARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon WARNING! monoxide which is colorless and odorless. Breathing • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you.
Page 215 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 215 Check the front of the radiator and condenser for any coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. Clean the radiator and puddles on the ground. Prevent ingestion by animals or condenser by gently spraying water from a garden hose children.
Page 216 216 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) may be used if WARNING! temperatures below -37°F (-38°C) are anticipated. The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Page 217 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 217 Coolant Level Points to Remember The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles of determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the operation, you may observe vapor coming from the front of engine Off and cold, the level of the coolant in the bottle the engine compartment.
Page 218: Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
218 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Maintain a coolant concentration of a minimum of 50% Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high ethylene glycol and high quality water with recom- heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose mended antifreeze for proper corrosion protection of routing to be sure hoses do not touch any heat source or your engine cooling system that contains aluminum...
Page 219 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 219 NOTE: Often, fluids such as oil, power steering fluid, WARNING! and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera- tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. There- Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and fore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not neces- possibly an accident.
Page 220: Fuel System Hoses
220 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before WARNING! removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial fluid reservoir.
Page 221: Automatic Transaxle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 221 Automatic Transaxle CAUTION! All front wheel drive vehicles have a transaxle and differential assembly contained within a single housing. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration Selection of Lubricant in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the shudder.
Page 222 222 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the automatic transaxle should be minimum of 60 seconds. checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with •...
Page 223: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 223 If the transaxle is disassembled for any reason, the fluid CAUTION! and filter should be changed. Do not overfill. Dirt and water in the transaxle can Special Additives cause serious damage. To prevent dirt and water The manufacturer recommends against the addition of from entering the transaxle after checking or replen- any fluid additives to the transaxle.
Page 224 224 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If insects, tar or other similar deposits have accumu- The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion lated on your vehicle, wash it as soon as possible. resistance built into your vehicle. •...
Page 225 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 225 • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, of the doors, rocker panels and rear deck lid be kept deicer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well clear and open.
Page 226 226 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Headlights CAUTION! Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. The use of vinyl, leather or plastic protectants may cause excessive gloss and/or discoloration of interior Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore trim parts.
Page 227: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 227 protectants or other products which may cause undesir- FUSES able reflections. Use soap and warm water to restore the The fuse block is behind the end cover at the left side of low glare surface. the instrument panel. Pull the cover straight away from the instrument panel for access to the fuses.
Page 228: Underhood Fuses
228 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses CAUTION! A Power Distribution center is located in the engine compartment. This center contains fuses and relays for When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use circuits that operate only under the hood. A label which only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
Page 229 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 229 Cavity Fuse Circuits Cavity Fuse Circuits 20 Amp Tail, License, Parking, Illumina- 10 Amp ABS Control, Back Up Lights, Yellow tion Lights, Instrument Cluster Daytime Running Lights, A/C Heater Control, 10 Amp Airbag 20 Amp Power Amplifier, Horn Yellow 10 Amp Turn Signal Lights, Turn Signal/...
Page 230: Replacement Light Bulbs
230 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS NOTE: You will note on vehicles equipped with the optional (HID) High Intensity Discharge Headlamp Light Bulb that upon turning the lamps on there is a blue hue Interior Light Bulbs Bulb No. to the lamps.
Page 231 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 231 2. Remove the upper crossmember attachments on both 3. Remove the headlamp jackscrews on both sides of the sides of the vehicle; 6 in total. vehicle.
Page 232 232 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove the windshield filler neck screw. 5. Remove the speed control servo screw.
Page 233: Front Park, Turn Signal And Front Sidemarker Light
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 233 6. Lift and prop the crossmember above the headlamp on 11. Reinstall the upper crossmember attachments, head- the side being serviced, and remove the electrical con- lamp jackscrews, windshield filler neck screw and speed nectors from the headlamp. control servo screw.
Page 234: Center Stop Light
234 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center Stop Light Tail, Stop, Back Up, and Turn Signal Lights 1. Open the trunk and remove the trunk lid cover. 1. Open the trunk and remove the fasteners securing the light housing to the body. 2.
Page 235: License Plate Light
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 235 License Plate Light 3. Replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket assembly. 1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia. 4. Reattach the light to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly and pull the bulb from the socket.
Page 236: Fluid Capacities
236 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 17 Gallons 64 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.5 Liter Engine 5 Qts 4.7 Liters Cooling System * 3.5 Liter Engine 11 Qts 10.5 Liters * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Page 237: Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 237 RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part Engine Coolant Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) Engine Oil Use API Certified (GF-3). Refer to oil viscosity chart for correct SAE grade. Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine compart- ment.
Page 238: Body
238 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Component Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part Hinges: Door, Hood and Trunk Mopar Engine Oil Hood hinge springs and links Mopar Spray White Lube Latches: Door and Hood Trunk Mopar Multi-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 Mopar Spray White Lube Door check straps Mopar Spray White Lube...
Page 239 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emission Control System Maintenance ..240 Schedule “B” ......243 Maintenance Schedules .
Page 240 240 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold There are two maintenance schedules that show the type must be done at the times or mileages specified to required service for your vehicle. assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system.
Page 241 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 241 NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change your CAUTION! engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the Failure to perform the required maintenance items Maintenance Schedules section of this manual.
Page 242 242 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals •...
Page 243 SCHEDULE “B” 243 • Trailer towing. SCHEDULE “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle • Taxi, police or delivery service (commercial ser- under one or more of the following conditions. Change vices). the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 •...
Page 244 244 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) (29 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
Page 245 SCHEDULE “B” 245 Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) (53 000) (58 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
Page 246 246 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000 (Kilometers) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
Page 247 SCHEDULE “B” 247 Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (91 000) (96 000) (101 000) (106 000) (110 000) (115 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
Page 248 248 SCHEDULE “B” Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
Page 249 SCHEDULE “B” 249 Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 100,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
Page 250 250 SCHEDULE “A” SCHEDULE “A” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) (58 000) [Months] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
Page 251 SCHEDULE “A” 251 Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) (115 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
Page 252 252 SCHEDULE “A” Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (163 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter.
Page 253 SCHEDULE “A” 253 WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 255: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Reporting Safety Defects ....259 Vehicle ......256 In Canada .
Page 256: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
256 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR to make these arrangements when you call for an ap- YOUR VEHICLE pointment. Prepare For The Appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in right papers with you.
Page 257 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 257 This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with P.O. Box 1621 this process. Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone —(800) 465–2001 •...
Page 258: Warranty Information
258 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract We appreciate that you have made a major investment You may have purchased a service contract for your when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex- also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and pected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with...
Page 259: Mopar Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 259 MOPAR PARTS To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are Hotline toll free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Wash- available from your dealer. They will help you keep your ington DC area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S.
Page 261: Publication Order Forms
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS...
Page 263: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 263 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM Traction Grades TIRE QUALITY GRADES The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and The following describes the tire grading categories estab- C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis- pavement as measured under controlled conditions on tration.
Page 264: Temperature Grades
264 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre- senting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and The temperature grade is established for a tire that is its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 265 INDEX...
Page 266 266 INDEX About Your Brakes ....162,163 Appearance Care ..... . . 223 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System .
Page 267 INDEX 267 Saving Feature ....64,65,67 Cargo Compartment Belts, Drive ......205 Capacity .
Page 268 268 INDEX Headlights ......226 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ... . . 215 Instrument Panel .
Page 269 INDEX 269 Disabled Vehicle Towing ....193 Engine Disposal Air Cleaner Filter ..... 206 Antifreeze .
Page 270 270 INDEX Engine Fuel ......206 Garage Door Opener ....75,80 Engine Oil .
Page 271 INDEX 271 Heater ....... 146 Jack Operation ......184 High Beam Indicator .
Page 272 272 INDEX Cruise ......72,114 Seat Belt Reminder ....114 Daytime Running .
Page 273 INDEX 273 Malfunction Indicator Light ... . 115,199 Dipstick ......201 Manual, Service .
Page 274 274 INDEX Pets ........46 Rear Seat, Folding ..... . . 62 Pets, Transporting .
Page 275 INDEX 275 Seat Belt Maintenance ....227 Shoulder Belts ......32 Seat Belts .
Page 276 276 INDEX Synthetic Engine Oil ..... 204 Radial ......168 System, Navigation .
Page 277 INDEX 277 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener ..75,80 Warning Flasher, Hazard ....182 Transmitter Programming ....20 Warnings and Cautions .

Chrysler 2004 300M User Manual

Introduction 1

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

Quick Links

INTRODUCTION

Chapters

Related Manuals for Chrysler 2004 300M

Summary of Contents for Chrysler 2004 300M