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2004 300M Owner`s Manual - Dealer e

1. Program Type Radio Display Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Information Inform Jazz Jazz Foreign Language Language News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R amp B Religious Music Rel Musc es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 121 Program Type Radio Display Religious Talk Rel Talk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R amp B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode The radio display will flash SEEK and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station If no station is found with the selected PTY program type the radio will return to the last preset station If a preset button is activated while in the PTY Program Type mode the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station Pressing PTY then SCAN will scan the FM Band and stop at all RDS stations Each RDS station will be played for a 10 second scan once around the FM Band and stop at the last station The PTY icon will then turn off Balance The Balance control adjusts
2. p AM TAPE DOTEE ena auto metat ee E vA 80ef1609 Operating Instructions Radio NOTE Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio 120 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Power Switch Volume Control Press the ON VOL control to turn the radio on Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume The volume will be displayed and continuously updated while the button is pressed Seek Button Radio Mode Press and release the Seek button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down Holding the button will by pass stations until you release the button Tuning Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency If you press and hold the button the radio will continue to tune until you release the button The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pressed PTY Program Type Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Pressing the PTY button within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broad cast PTY information Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types
3. 7 20 Amp Tail License Parking Illumina Yellow tion Lights Instrument Cluster 8 10 Amp Airbag Red 9 10 Amp Turn Signal Lights Turn Signal Red Hazard Indicator 10 15 Amp Right Low Beam Lt Blue 11 20 Amp High Beam Relay High Beam Yellow Indicator High Beam Switch 12 15 Amp Left Low Beam Headlight Lt Blue 13 10Amp Fuel Pump Relay Power Train Red Control Module 14 10Amp Cluster Day Night Mirror Sun Red roof Overhead Console Garage Door Opener Body Control Mod ule 15 10 Amp Daytime Running Light Module Red Canada 16 20Amp Fog Light Indicator Yellow 17 10 Amp ABS Control Back Up Lights Red Daytime Running Lights A C Heater Control 18 20 Amp Power Amplifier Horn Yellow 19 15 Amp Overhead Console Garage Door Lt Blue Opener Trunk Overhead Rear Reading and Visor Vanity Lights Trunk Release Solenoid Power Mirrors Power Door Locks Body Control Module Aspirator Motor 20 20 Amp Brake Lights Yellow 21 10 Amp Leak Detection Pump Low Rad Red Relay High Rad Relay A C Clutch Relay 22 10 Amp Airbag Red 23 30 Amp Blower Motor ATC Power Mod Green ule 24 20 Amp Power Window Motors C BRKR 25 20 Amp Power Door Lock Motors Power C BRKR Seats 230 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS Interior Light Bulbs Bulb No Turn Signal ee eer ERR aS PC194 Climate Control ccs se 04 See bed ea y RR 330 Overhead Console Front Reading Courtesy Grab Handle ee
4. 00005 182 Emission Control System Maintenance 199 207 240 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Block Heater Break In Recommendations Checking Oil Level Compartment Cooling Fails to Start Oll cineestewaks Oil Change Interval Oil Selection Oil Synthetic Overheating Timing Belt Entry System Illuminated Exhaust Gas Caution Exhaust System Exterior Lights Filler Location Fuel Filters Air Cleaner Automatic Transaxle 156 202 270 INDEX ME Engine Fuel cater E RR ERE 206 Engine Oil syge gemete ee RE 205 Flashers Hazard Warning 2exec e eere 182 Flat Tire Changing ioco ees 183 Floor Shift Interlock 0000050 13 Fluid Capacities ie ckas e ose ae da wes 236 Fluid Leaks 3 4c0lp and d a be ERR Rs 48 Fog Lights 2 3 kie Rb EE e Ce ERR 67 Folding Rear Seat cc eee 62 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 192 Buel etd eende Cesare died a RET DRESSES 113 175 Adding 6x br aca wae 177 Additives isses x 177 Filler Cap is cer ER rs 177 Dilt t euer E UE RES SERES EE 206 Gauge ia deiode eode doge eR qoe Rees 113 LASNES oae s aaeencut S ed ERE pacati ted 113 Octane Rating e a 175 System Hoses ngira gias paee 220 PUCIING abs ces tis Bee Ra dnos sai Ea as 177 FUSES ides REG a ROG IDE qui RG ERE 227 228 Garage Door Opener 000005 75 80 Ga
5. 211 Brake Parking 44 eset e hem ES 161 Brake System zs ERES 162 218 Anti LOCk une xRES ES 163 Fluid Check ig occ ERREUR Rees 219 lb eenakter RAS TRALEE eR ERR HS 219 Master Cylinder sase ss oka e a a 219 Warning Light 2 mem 117 Brake Transmission Interlock 157 158 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 47 Brightness Interior Lights 65 Bulb Replacement sessiya oremi aeiia 230 Bulbs Light s ree RR Rn 230 Calibration Compass 05 104 Capacities Fluid vee vies REED 236 Capacity Cargo Weight 179 Caps Filler Fuel 222 25 eu tel E RAL ee p f aes 177 Car Washes Cargo Compartment Capacity vsus ee anid ode ES RR Bee sata nes 179 Luggage Cartier 24 xe ene OR WA Pan 179 Carpeting aac en d CRI donde OR OU m s 225 Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance 144 Cassette Tape Player liis 119 126 144 Catalytic Converter cersek ares ke 206 CD Changer in end ae RR rr EE 130 135 CD Player 4i 124 132 134 143 Central Door Locks llle 15 Chains Mies 2e RI EU S qn d EXE m ees 170 Changing A Flat Tire 0 183 Charging System Light 116 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 47 Child Restraint 00 40 42 44 45 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 43 44 Child Safety Locks ss sicsscs ssri asih sess 16 Circuit Breakers llle 228 Clean Air Gasoline
6. 224 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M The following maintenance recommendations will enable e If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion lated on your vehicle wash it as soon as possible esistance built in hicle i aua a NAVES e Use Mopar auto polish to remove road film and stains What Causes Corrosion and to polish your vehicle Take care never to scratch Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of the paint aint an i ings f hicle ac LL C LE e Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing The most common causes are that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish e Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation nue e Stone and gravel impact 2 i CAUTION e Insects tree sap and tar Js Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials e Salt in the air near seacoast localities such as steel wool or scouring powder which will e Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants scratch metal and painted surfaces e Bird droppings Special Care Washing e If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once a month e Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 225 It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors
7. 27 Trunk Release Remote Control 26 Tarn Signals is eser eR ems 68 114 Underhood Fuses llle 228 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 263 Universal Joints llle 211 Universal Transmitter Lus 75 80 Vacuum Vapor Harnesses iiis 218 Vehicle Identification Number 6 Vehicle Loading ee 179 Minyl TH une dene Big t etr Re East a 225 Warning Flasher Hazard 182 Warnings and Cautions 04 6 Warranty Information 179 258 Washers Windshield 213 Washing Vehicle 23 4 0 4ces4 ee ie RR 224 Waxing and Polishing 224 Wind Buffeting 2520 eR Re 87 Windows POWER sz hia ad ERR AE TE EAS 25 Windshield Washers sn 69 213 Windshield Wipers 0 67 69 212 Wipers Intermittent 2005 69
8. 0 000 cee eee 175 10 Cleaning Carpets duas epa oe UR eee 225 Cloths 45 es ra iste durus cree 225 Class n stet fem te s mda iere ts 226 268 INDEX aaa Headlights sue e RR ERR 226 Instrument Panel 226 Seat DEMS 4 4 nues Men as nies ers ae Dios Oh 227 Vinyl secti BS E eee E Sent anaes 225 Washing 44i 6 eR 6504 448 ed whe dass 224 Waxing viles dea did we m bebe bg each ds 224 Wheels TP Sie os aries nee hs 225 Windshield Wiper Blades 212 Climate Control llle 146 Clock TRECE TOEIC 118 Coat HOOK 42 46 Bist ood actae due IP UD Bes 54 Coin Holder 0 ce ee es 53 Compact Disc Maintenance 145 Compact Disc Player 119 124 Compact Spare Tire sss estes adega eip eey 169 Compass siccis sru ninsis e Ra 100 103 104 Compass Calibration 100 104 Compass Variance sorgan saaan 101 Computer Trip Travel 0 98 102 Console sarreh apaa hele RR ES EG ds 53 Console Overhead lees 74 Contract Service i24 mm eee 258 Cooling System 6 2 eee 214 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 215 Coolant Level 5 0457 ete 217 Disposal of Used Coolant 215 Drain Flush and Refill 215 Inspection S204 ee csaa sirarite es s 214 Points to Remember 217 Pressure Cap serc ee ERR RR A Res 216 Radiator Cap isse rene E ates 216 Rubber a
9. 104 Outside Temperature 0 105 Bi Electrical Power Outlets 0 0 105 ee 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 81050623 The center console armrest has a tissue holder and a pencil holder mounted on the underside of the cover The bottom of the console has built in holders for Compact Discs or cassette tapes and a coin holder if equipped 54 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME COAT HOOK MIRRORS The coat hook is located next to the Rear Seat Reading Courtesy Light Switch Pull the hook down for access Adjusting The Inside Day Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment Automatic Dimming Mirror Feature This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head light glare from vehicles behind you Push in the button on the base of the mirror to activate the dimming feature A green light in the button will illuminate when this feature is on ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 55 x NOTE This feature is most effective when left in the ON position 80b6b3a6 Heated Remote
10. 132 Radio Op ration sce y Ree bra 132 CD Player Operation 0 134 CD Changer Operation If Equipped 135 ll Sales Code RBI AM FM Stereo Radio With DVD GPS Navigation System If Equipped scura ressente oo ees 136 H Satellite Radio If Equipped 137 System Activation les 137 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ENS SID 000000 137 Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB And RBK Radios 2 sees e ac a eas 138 Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP RBU RAZ And RBORadios 0 0c 138 Selecting aChannel 0 0 138 Storing And Selecting Pre Set Channels 139 Using The PTY Program Type Button It Equipped 4 e 545 4 062 e rs 139 PTY Button Scan sees p eer eem 139 PTY Button Seek imde incssinre dass 139 Satellite Antenna 000 139 Reception Quality 0000 139 H 6 Disc CD Changer If Equipped 140 110 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Loading The CD Changer 140 Playing DISCS ous cai eec bI Bees 140 Seek B tton i espace RC a ne 141 EB Tune RW ca oegndiehca xe Mee 14 Mode Button xe ev ER aes 141 Program Button 0 0 0 0 ee eee 141 Program Button 4 Random Play 141 Program B
11. 125 Operating Instructions Tape Player 123 Mode issva t rhe EE ERE 126 Seek Button vex rer y Ere ete 123 Tape CD Button ss ees Re ye ees 126 Fast Forward FF 00005 123 Time BUON geis RARE RES E E 126 Rewind RW ers eseni ni n ae ewe RP RR 123 Scari BUON ies aces a ee X OE E eee ewes 126 Tape Bjeet sssri saii sg veas pd aes 123 W Sales Code RBB AM FM Stereo Radio With Scan B ttOn i e Ei prr ems 123 quit Vou odd Ata m Shange EM 126 Changing Tape D ISeHaft riseiras ses i Operating Instructions 4 126 Metal Tape Selection 124 EO TT 127 a istic oa toties i Electronic Volume Control 127 Noise Reduction llle 124 geek Lo IL ER web s IER isaac 127 Opera E E pe INR CONTENT 127 Inserting The Compact Disc 124 To Set The Push Button Memory 127 Seek Button i ecu egg e a 125 ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 109 Balance iieri Rr RR E Rar rues 128 Fade cremea oR ume eux doge TAM Ip 128 Bass And Treble Tone Control 128 AM FM Selection 0 0000 128 Mode Button 0 0164 i204 e E eye Che 128 Cassette Player Features 129 CD Changer Control Capability It Equipped i23 haee 130 Radio Display Messages 131 ll Sales Code RBK AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD Changer Controls
12. 0 000000 65 InteriO xui uox eR ES 14 64 Low Fuel erari eek asia saad adn RES 113 Low Washer Fluid 04 114 Malfunction Indicator 115 198 Map Reading se egip emea agii e ao e eee 65 Oil Pressure 4 4 e e Yero E ERR 113 Park cites o seeti basg pais beai 66 233 PaSSING seoce Chae ee BRM RE LORE RES 68 Reading caer dE o ee ER ERR eus 74 Seat Belt Reminder esses 114 Security Alafm 0050s ew eX E Eas 24 Service Engine Soon 005 198 Side Marker corriere dcr Beets ges eee etel 230 Theft Alarm merana anik GG RR ERR ewes 10 Traction Control llus 70 113 164 Ar nk Ajat owes Woke pes Re ree aes 113 Tutn Signal cececop a a dede eres 114 233 Voltage 42334 moe be p RES Od Ee as 116 Locks Cylinder Maintenance 16 poo 14 15 Glove Compartment 0 13 Lubricants o eae ces beeen 211 Luggage Carrier 6 2 riai ee eee eee 179 Luggage Rack eee eee 179 Lumbar Support 0 0 eee eee 59 Maintenance Free Battery 208 Maintenance Schedule suus 240 Light Duty Schedule B 243 Schedule A sa ote oia eer oe 250 Schedule B sicie tewigi ir t recs cs 243 en INDEX 273 Malfunction Indicator Light 115 199 Manual Service 0 0 cee eee eee eee 261 Memory Feature 2 30 6 08ss e draa ses 60 Memory Seat faites siete dane face ka ks 21 Mini Tr
13. 20 0 10 20 32 60 80 100 29 18 12 7 0 16 27 38 Temperature range anticipated before next oil change Synthetic Engine Oils There are a growing number of engine oils being pro moted as either synthetic or semi synthetic If you choose to use such a product use only those oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute API and SAE viscosity standard Follow the service schedule that describes your driving type Materials Added To Engine Oils The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad dition of any additives other than leak detection dyes to engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and it s ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 205 performance may be impaired by supplemental addi tives Disposing of Used Engine Oil Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil from your vehicle Used oil indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection All of the manufacturer s engines have a full flow type disposable oil filter Use a filter of this type for replace ment The quality of replacement filters varies consider ably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service Mopar En
14. Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level ee 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 Spark Plugs Use API Certified GF 3 Refer to oil viscosity chart for correct SAE grade Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine compart ment Oil Filter Mopar Oil Filter Fuel Selection 89 Octane Chassis Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Mopar ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Axle Differential front rear Mopar Hypoid Gear Lubricant SAE 80W 90 Do not use synthetic gear lu bricants Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid Power Steering Reservoir Mopar ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Tire Pressure Refer to label on driver s door pillar 238 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 Window System Components Mopar Spra
15. 0 70 Rear Seat Reading Courtesy Lights 65 Wi Traction Control Switch 0 0 70 la rdenorLighie si cane ve Re 66 WW Electronic Speed Control 5 71 Headlights And Parking Lights 66 JoXetiyate a oes Ke as Ke ee 72 Lights On Reminder s sucas egitaraua 66 To Set At A Desired Speed 72 Automatic Headlights llus 66 To Deactivate ee ined i ee eee 72 Headlight Time Delay 67 To Resume Speed sese e 73 Battery Saver Feature 05 67 To Vary The Speed Setting 73 Fog Lights 22549 pe RR RE Y eR s 67 To Accelerate For Passing 73 Daytime Running Lights Canada Only 68 Using Speed Control On Hills 73 Bi Multifunction Control Lever 68 MBM Overhead Console css rtr xen 74 Turm Signals 1 00824 RP Rd boe d 68 Dome Reading Lights liess 74 Headlight Dimmer Switch 68 MH Garage Door Opener If Equipped 75 ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 51 Programming The Universal Transceiver 76 Wind Buffeting 2 ee reseso Rn 87 Rolling Code Programming 77 Sun Roof Maintenance lessen 87 Canadian Programming Gate Programming 79 W Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Operation aser oe eR ee aea 79
16. For additional information on HomeLink call or 1 800 355 3515 www homelink com on the internet at 80b27b9b 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se WARNING A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety stan dards This includes most garage door opener mod els manufactured after 1982 Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features it could cause injury or death Call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com for safety information or assistance Programming The Universal Transceiver For best results install a new battery in the hand held transmitter before programming If your garage door WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run the vehicle s exhaust while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause seri ous injury or death WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the universal transceiver Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate A moving door or gate can cause serious injury or death to people and pets or damage to objects opener located in the garage is equipped with an 2 Erase the factory test
17. Press the RND button 4 button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press the RND button 4 button a second time to stop Random Play Mode Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between the CD player the optional remote CD changer and the Satellite Radio if equipped When Satellite Radio if equipped is selected SA will appear in your radio display A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite mode Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day CD Changer Operation If Equipped MODE Press the MODE button to select between the cassette tape player CD player and the CD changer if equipped Disc Program Button 1 Press the DISC button 1 button to play the next avail able disc Random Play RND Program Button 4 Press the RND button 4 button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the currently playing compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the top of the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press the RND button 4 button a second time to stop Random Play 136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL FF RW TUNE Press FF TUNE RW t
18. The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use this switch to move the driver s seat up or down forward or rearward or to tilt the seat The passenger s seat will move forward or rearward WARNING Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked 58 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se CAUTION Do not place any article under a power seat as it may cause damage to the seat controls Power Reclining Seats The recliner control is on the outboard side of the seat 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 even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Driver s Seat Glide To Exit Feature This feature provides ease of entry and exit for the driver by moving the driver s seat approximately 2 1 8 inches 55mm rearward on exit and the same distance forward after entry provided that the seat is not in the full rearward position After entry the seat will return to its previously set position after one of the following occurs e The ignition switch is turned on e The seatbelt is fastened the seat moves wh
19. if needed to maintain the desired speed Extended driving at high RPM s should be avoided to prevent excess heat generation A reduction in vehicle speed may be necessary to avoid extended driving at high RPMs Return to a higher gear range or vehicle speed when road conditions and RPM level allow e The trailer tongue load must be considered as part of the tow vehicle load capacity when loading the ve hicle e If the trailer weighs more than 1 000 Ibs 450 kg it should have its own brakes WARNING Connecting trailer brakes to your vehicle s hydraulic brake lines can overload your brake system and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident e Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are recommended for motoring safety e The automatic transmission fluid filter and hypoid differential fluid should be changed per Maintenance Schedule B if you tow a trailer e If your Engine Coolant Light comes on see the para graph on Overheating in Section 6 of this manual NOTE Check the automatic transmission fluid level before all towing Fluid discoloration or a burnt odor shows the need for a transmission fluid and filter change WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Wi Hazard Warning Flasher 182 B if Your Engine Overheats 182 B Jacking And Tire Ch
20. 10 Fully tighten the lug nuts Torque the wheel lug nuts to 100 ft lb 135N m 11 Store the flat tire jack and tools 188 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES BEEN Compact Spare Tire For Temporary Emergency Use Only e Keep tire inflated to 60 PSI 414 KPa Cold Inflation Pressure e Avoid driving more than 50 miles 80 km before replacing tire and wheel This tire is designed as an emergency spare only do not exceed 50 MPH 80 km h speed Wheel Cover Installation If Required VALVE STEM VALVE NOTCH MOUNTING STUD HIER COVER LUG NUT 80ea6062 1 Tighten the two lug nuts on the mounting studs on each side of the stud which is in alignment with the valve stem 2 Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the valve stem on the wheel 3 Install the cover by hand snapping the cover over the two lug nuts Do not use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover 4 Return to Changing a Tire Section Item 8 above ee WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 189 JUMP STARTING THE BATTERY WARNING WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution do not 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 It can start anytime the ignition allow the clamps to touch each other If acid splashes switch is on You can be hurt by the fan in eyes or on skin flush the contaminated area
21. Transmitter Linked to Memory Programming Your remote transmitters can be programmed to return the driver s seat mirrors and radio presets to the saved position when the Unlock button is pressed and released NOTE When newly purchased or replacement trans mitters are programmed into the vehicle the first trans mitter programmed will be associated with memory setting 1 and the second transmitter programmed will be associated with memory setting 2 Additional transmit ters will not be associated with a memory setting To program your transmitters perform the following 1 Adjust the seat and side view mirrors to the desired position Program the radio preset buttons to the desired stations 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M 2 Press and release the Set S button on the memory seat switch then press and release memory button 1 or 2 3 Within ten seconds of completing step 2 press and release the Lock button on the transmitter This will link the transmitter to the desired memory setting NOTE Your transmitters may be unlinked to your memory settings by following the procedure above ex cept pressing the Unlock button on the transmitter in step 3 above On vehicles equipped with an EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center these functions can be se lected at the EVIC using the Customer Programmable Features Refer to EVIC Customer Programmable Fea tures for details When newly purchased or repl
22. When this feature is selected the memory seat mirror and radio settings will return to the memory set position when the remote keyless entry Unlock button is pressed If this feature is not selected then the memory seat mirror and radio settings can only return to the memory set position using the door mounted switch Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Sound Horn with Lock When this feature is selected a short horn sound will occur when the remote keyless entry Lock button is pressed This feature may be selected with or without the flash lights on lock unlock feature Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Flash Lights with Lock Unlock When this feature is selected the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Headlamp Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose when exiting the vehicle to have the headlamps remain on for 30 60 or 90 seconds or not remain on Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select 30 60 90 or OFF 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE x Headlamp On With Wipers Available with Auto Headlights Only When this feature is selected and the headlight swi
23. engaged Automatic Rolling Door Locks 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 the EVIC Customer Programmable Features for details The doors will lock automatically as delivered from the factory if 1 The transaxle is in gear 2 all doors are closed E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 3 vehicle speed is above 15 m p h 24 km h 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 Close all doors and place the key in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between OFF and ON RUN and back to OFF 4 times ending up in the OFF position _ OFF sors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Automatic Unlock on Exit Only Available if Automatic Door Locks Enabled This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver s door is opened and the ignition switch is in the LOCK position This function is disabled as delivered from the factory Automatic Unlock on Exit can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedure 1 Close all doors and place the key in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between ON RUN and OFF 4 ti
24. it from the vehicle 8 Remove the bulb retaining ring by turning it counter clockwise Pull the bulb and socket assembly from the housing and pull the bulb from the socket 9 Install a new headlight bulb in the socket reinstall the bulb and socket assembly and tighten the retaining ring CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes into contact with any oily surface clean the bulbs with rubbing alcohol 10 Reinstall the headlight assembly replace the electri cal connectors from the headlamp and lower the cross member back on the headlamp 11 Reinstall the upper crossmember attachments head lamp jackscrews windshield filler neck screw and speed control servo screw Front Park Turn Signal and Front Sidemarker Light 1 Reach up under the front fascia and turn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the light housing 2 Pull the bulb from the socket install the new bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket assembly Fog Light 1 Remove the screw securing the fog light to the fascia and pull the light away from the vehicle to expose the bulb 2 Remove the bulb by turning counter clockwise Pull the bulb out of the light housing 3 Remove the wiring connector from the bulb 4 Insert the new bulb and turn clockwise 5 Connect the wiring connector to the new bulb and reinstall the assembly 2
25. transceiver or your original hand held transmitter to open your garage door e The frequency of the programmed device s hand held transmitter must be between 286MHz and 399MHz set by FCC part 15 205 The back side of the hand held transmitter may indicate its frequency For Your Security If you sell your vehicle be sure to erase the frequencies To erase all of the previously programmed frequencies hold down channel one and three buttons until CLEARED CHANNELS is displayed e If you are unable to program the universal transceiver after repeated attempts you may contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at NOTE Individual channels can not be erased You www homelink com must erase all three channels 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 Note Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re sponsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment HomeLink is a registered trademark owned by Johnson Controls Inc POWER SUN ROOF IF EQUIPPED The sun roof controls are located on the overhead con sole 80b27b9c To Open the sunroof
26. ucts as they may not be compatible with the radiator coolant and may plug the radiator Adding Coolant When adding coolant a minimum solution of 50 eth ylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water should be used 216 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Higher concentrations not to exceed 70 may be used if temperatures below 37 F 38 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water antifreeze solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system NOTE Mixing coolant types will decrease the life of the engine coolant and will require more frequent engine coolant changes Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant and to insure that coolant will return to the radiator from the coolant reserve tank The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution Never add coolant when the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an over heated engine Heat causes pressure to build up in the co
27. 160 mm SN cedes a eae ap a a Parking Brake jasc has ca ak eee ee ee 161 PEAS e DAS IO CIUS ed ease ee ee aa 196 la Brake System 4 4 044 ey hx 162 After Starting eec eme RR ere 157 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 163 m e S i eee ad d 20457 la Power Ste fting cay ce kee RESO Ro AER 163 Bl Automatic Transaxle 157 MICE EDITED areas tna eg eae bis Brake Transmission Interlock 157 MS phd erika ae teks dapi pne das nee Transaxle Reset Mode o oono anaua 158 Tire Inflation Pressures 165 Gear Ranges cess eser ebd EORR 158 Tuc cese Monitor yet eel CUIU DOEs vlpo High Speed Operation 0 168 154 STARTING AND OPERATING E Radial Ply Tires 168 Spare Tire Usage With Directional Tread Pattern Tires 300M Special Only 169 Compact Spare Tire 2 2 0 0 00 0050 169 Tire Spinning seas ae va mee Rus ae 170 Tire Chains iine eee ah ee e der y e 170 Snow Tres cei s xx px GS E EUR 170 Tread Wear Indicators 0 171 Replacement Tires ursa s gora di keepa a 172 Tire Rotation Recommendations 173 Tire Rotation With Directional Tread Pattern Tires 300M Special Only sess 173 Alignment And Balance 174 Wi Fuel Requirements 006 0 00005 175 300M
28. Control Mirrors These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defrost NOTE On vehicles equipped with the automatic dim ming mirror feature and when the dimming feature is activated the heated remote control mirrors will be automatically dimmed as well 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 3 for Left or Right mirror selection Tilt the mirror control up or down or side to side to adjust the view in the mirror 56 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se NOTE Place the mirror switch in the neutral center position to prevent accidental changing of the mirror setting Supplemental Indicators 300M Special Only The 300M Special is equipped with Supplemental Indi cators on each of the side mirrors When using the Multifunction Control lever to signal small lights in the side outside mirrors will flash designating the direction of the turn Mirror Adjustment Outside Mirror Driver s Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Right Side Mirror Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle This type of
29. Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are designed with hoses and clamps which have unique material characteristics to provide adequate sealing and resist attack by deteriorated gasoline You are urged to use only the manufacturer specified hoses and clamps or their equivalent in material and specification in any fuel system servicing It is manda tory to replace all clamps that have been loosened or removed during service Care should be taken in install ing new clamps to insure they are properly torqued ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 221 Automatic Transaxle All front wheel drive vehicles have a transaxle and differential assembly contained within a single housing Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transaxle to assure optimum transaxle performance Use only the manufacturer s recommended transmission fluid Refer to the Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts section for correct fluid type It is impor tant that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than that recommended by the manufacturer will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to the Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Pa
30. LEQUIESd oP rPe ben eee nia sess esas eA BB Reprogramming A Single Button 79 Tire Pressure Monitor System If Equipped 89 Secubby veis nh d 80 Customer Programmable Features 91 ll Garage Door Opener If Equipped 80 Compass Temperature Trip Computer 98 Programming The Universal Transceiver 81 TE COMPUNGE 1 Pie sepia draiqaio i Bl Overhead Travel Information Center Reprogramming a Single Universal Transceiver PURO otis Soot EET E M AME id Operations scs dre ee ee drasi 84 Uey M HUMON gh aati ies AA Pn atn Hs Multiple Security Code Systems Rolling Code Reset Button ees er Re eR RR hm e 102 System accede rk RE E tiia 84 Global Reset eccer crescissi ran 103 For Your Security aer y 4e eoe Aes 85 Step Button 142244 ke eee Y ae eee we 103 What May Cause The Universal Transceiver Not Average Fuel Economy AVG ECO 103 TO Work 2i secre REB Sew eed wee 85 Distance To Empty DIE sess 103 ll Power Sun Roof If Equipped 86 52 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE x Trip Odometer ODO 04 103 Elapsed Time ED crees isis es ee nesramna 103 C T Button csse es RR ae ee 103 Compass Temperature Display 103 Automatic Compass Calibration 104 Manual Compass Calibration
31. NOTE You can change the display from U S to metric units by pressing the Mix and Panel mode buttons simultaneously or by pressing the English Metric button on the overhead console Air Conditioning Button Press this button to turn on the air conditioning compressor A snow flake symbol in the display shows that the compressor is on Compressor operation is automatic when you press the Auto button The compressor can operate at any temperature above 32 F 0 C With the compressor off and the temperature set at Lo air entering the vehicle will be slightly warmer than the air outside the vehicle NOTE The compressor will not engage until the engine has been running for several seconds Slight changes in 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se engine speed or power may be noticed when the com pressor is on This is a normal occurrence since the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and improve fuel economy Recirculate Button cS Press this button to recirculate the air inside the vehicle Outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle Recirculation is automatically controlled when the system is in Auto Mode Use this mode to temporarily block out any outside odors smoke or dust Manual control of Recirculation is possible only in Panel Floor and Bi Level modes It will not operate in Mix or Defrost modes NOTE The Recirc button light will blink if you try to use it in the Mix or Defrost
32. Once the low or high tire pressure message has occurred it will continue to blink until the tire pressure is corrected 2 If the spare tire pressure has exceeded the low or high pressure allowed the TPM system will display a message in the EVIC for 60 seconds and sound a chime per every ignition cycle NOTE This message will return every ignition cycle until the tire pressures are corrected 3 When the vehicle is moving and the EVIC cannot receive a valid sensor signal from the tire pressure sensors the TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE message will be displayed for 5 seconds along with a chime The display will then shift to the individual tire pressure display screen and display dashes for the tire or tires that are affected Once the TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE message has been displayed and valid sensor signals are received the EVIC will display the TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE message for 5 seconds along with a chime This is meant to inform you when the TPM system has returned to it s normal operation This will occur when valid tire pressure sensor messages have been received from all 4 road tires The TPM system function is temporarily unavailable due to external electromagnetic interference such as electronic devices or nearby radio or TV towers 4 In addition to monitoring the vehicle tires the TPM system monitors faults within the system When any fault has been set the TPM system will display TIRE SENSOR BAD MISSING Be
33. Program Additional Transmitters Up to 4 transmitters can be programmed to your vehicle To program a transmitter perform the following proce dure 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 details NOTE When entering program mode all previously programmed transmitters are erased from memory therefore you must reprogram ALL the transmitters when you enter program mode 1 With the vehicle in Park turn the Ignition switch to the ON position 2 Using a previously programmed transmitter press the Unlock button on the transmitter Continue to hold the Unlock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press and hold the Panic button for at least one second Release both buttons simultaneously You will hear a chime to signal that you can proceed with programming the new transmitter 3 One by one with each transmitter includes previously programmed as well as the new transmitter press and THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 release the lock and unlock buttons simultaneously You will hear a chime after each transmitter has been success fully programmed You will have 30 seconds to finish programming all new transmitters A chime will sound when the 30 seconds is over or the ignition switch is turned to the Lock position
34. RELEASE LOWERAIROUTLET RECIRCULATION P o i LIFTGATE RELEASE DEFROST AND VENTILATING FAN ANDLIFTGATE LOWER AIR OUTLET OPEN Io X SLIDING DOOR TRUNK DECK RELEASE AIR CONDITIONING Dm L EMERGENCY SLIDING DOOR CONVERTIBLE TOP UP RELEASE HANDLE PASSENGER DOOR AJAR CONVERTIBLE TOP DOWN AIRBAG OFF INTRODUCTION 5 a Z DOOR Lock ADJUSTABLE PEDALS WINDOW LIFT TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR We VOICE RECOGNITION BUTTON 0S UCONNECT BUTTON CONVERTIBLE 4 WINDOW DOWN POWER STEERING FLUID SEE OWNER S MANUAL i INSTUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATION Neo TS MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TRACTION CONTROL WARNING 81077be5 6 INTRODUCTION M 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 Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is on a stamped plate at the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also ap pears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label as a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR V
35. Removing Discs from the CD Changer If there is a single CD in the changer press the EJT button and the CD will eject If the CD is not removed within 15 seconds it will automatically reload into the CD changer To eject additional CDs from the changer first select the numbered button where the CD is located and then press the EJT button CD Changer Operation with the Changer Off The CD changer is able to load and eject discs with the ignition power off However while the ignition is off one of the six numbered buttons must be pressed first REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches BACK VIEW OF STEERING WHEEL The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available AM FM TAPE CD Etc The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode Radio Operation Pre
36. 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 Press the switch a second time in either direction to stop the window To open the window part way press the window switch to the detent and release it when you want the window to stop The window lock switch on the driver s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 panel The transmission must be in Park before the switch will operate Do not allow children to have access to the trunk either by climbing into the trunk from outside or through the inside of the vehicle Always close the trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended Once in the trunk young children may not be able to escape even if they entered through the rear seat If trapped in the trunk children can die from suffocation or heat stroke ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Trunk Emergency Release The trunk of your vehicle i
37. 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 1 Bater the v hide and dose the door Sit back and Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt adjust the front seat go around your lap 09 Center C 1 d f foll llustrat S CM MM aa RD 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your 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 To loosen the lap belt not protect you properly The lap portion could ride if itis too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt too high on your body possibly causing internal A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle collision nearest you sees A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous Your body could strike the inside sur faces of the vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A belt worn under the
38. TUNE RW is pressed the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing Press button 4 a second time to stop Random Play 126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MODE Press the MODE button to select between the tape player CD player or satellite radio if equipped To select Satellite Radio if equipped press the MODE button until the word SIRIUS appears The following will be displayed in this order After three seconds the current channel name and number will be displayed for five seconds The current program type and channel number will then be displayed for five seconds The current channel name and number will then be displayed until an action occurs A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode Tape CD Button Press this button to select between CD player and Tape player Time Button Press this button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day Scan Button Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track To stop the scan function press the button a second time SALES CODE RBB AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CAPABILITY 80ef1613 Operating Instructions NOTE Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127 NOTE When f
39. VEHICLE M 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 OVERHEAD TRAVEL INFORMATION CENTER IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to choose between a compass temperature display and one of five trip conditions being monitored Pressing the STEP button will select the available trip information Pressing the US M button will toggle between US and Metric displays Pressing the C T Com pass Temperature button will return the display to the normal compass temperature display US M Button Use this button to change the display from U S to metric measurement units RESET Button Use this button to reset the following displays to zero Average Fuel Economy Trip Odometer Elapsed time es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within 3 seconds while in any of the 3 resetable displays the Global Reset button will reset all 3 displays Step Button Use this button to choose or cycle through the five trip conditions Average Fuel Economy AVG ECO This display shows the average fuel economy since the last reset Distance To Empty DTE This display shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with
40. X This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture Inspection and service should also be performed anytime to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re sions warranty ceipts t This maintenance is not required if previously replaced 250 SCHEDULE A EE 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 6 12 18 24 30 36 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re X X X X X quired Replace the air cleaner filter X Adjust the drive belt tension X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and X X rotors Inspect and replace PCV valve if required X M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 SCHEDULE A 251 H Miles 42 000 48 000 54 000 60 000 66 000 72 000 T Kilometers 67 000 77 000 86 000 96 000 106 000 115 000 Months 42 48 54 60 66 72 N Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if X X X X X C required E Replace the air cleaner filter X S Replace the drive belts X C Inspect the front and rear brake linings and X X B rotors D Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months X Y or 100 000 miles E Chec
41. Zip P 8 Date Shipping and Handling Purchase up to 40 00 add 4 00 Purchases over 40 00 Amount of check or money order add 10 of the total order 80ea318b CANADIAN RESIDENTS ONLY To order the publications shown tear out this page fill in all information and mail to the address below Enclose a cheque or money order payable to DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Visa and Mastercard orders are accepted by telephone Please have your card and order information available when you call our distributor Please allow 30 days Prices subject to change without notice Dyment Distribution Services 210 Wicksteed Ave Toronto ON M4G 2C3 1 800 387 1143 The toll free number is not answered by DaimlerChrysler PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT Name Address City Province Postal Code Date Amount of cheque or money order J SERVICE MANUAL 110 00 GST English only Specify year make and model example 2002 Dodge Caravan L OWNER S MANUAL 10 00 GST Specify language J English LJ French and year make and model LI DaimlerChrysler Child Seat instructions if applicable Specify language CJ English LJ French and year make and model GST Reg No R100963941 Boca Sof ee F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 263 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis tration The specific grade rat
42. ably in the fall and spring Apply a small amount of lubricant such as Mopar Lock Cylinder Lubricant di rectly into the lock cylinder avoid excess lubricant Insert the key into the lock cylinder and rotate from the unlocked to the locked position without adding more lubricant Repeat this procedure three or four times Wipe all the lubricant off the key with a clean cloth to avoid soiling clothing If you use a lubricant that cannot be dispensed directly into the lock cylinder apply a small amount of the lubricant to the key Insert the key into the lock cylinder 212 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M then proceed as described above to distribute the lubri cant within the lock cylinder Pay attention to trunk hinges especially during cold weather to ensure ease of trunk operation Other Body Mechanisms The following body mechanisms should be inspected and if necessary all pivot and sliding contact areas of these components should be lubricated with the lubricant specified as follows Engine Oil e Door hinges e Hood hinges e Trunk hinges Smooth White Body Lubricant Such as Mopar Spray White Lube e Hood hinge springs and links e Lock cylinders e Parking brake mechanism e Trunk latches e Ash tray e Door check straps Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner This will remove accumula tions o
43. and will not require towing The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs 17 Trip Odometer Reset Knob To reset the trip odometer push the reset knob for about two seconds 18 Airbag Light AIR The light will come on and remain on for 6 to 8 G seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the bulb is not lit during starting 116 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME have it replaced If the light stays on or comes on while driving have the system checked by an autho rized dealer 19 Odometer Trip Odometer Shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven U S Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven There fore if the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the service so that the correct mileage can be determined The Trip Odometer shows individual trip mileage and is accessed by pressing the reset button 20 Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charging system The light should come on briefly when the ignition is first turned on and remain on briefly as a bulb check If the light stays on o
44. any question regarding belt or retractor condition replace the belt Airbag Light aip Lhe light should come on and remain on for 6 to BAG 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the bulb is not lit during starting have it replaced If the light stays on or comes on while driving have the system checked by an authorized dealer Defrosters Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires includ ing spare for proper pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for brake fluid fuel water oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are present the cause should be corrected immediately UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Bl Console Features 0 00 53 Power Seats MCu
45. arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 6 To release the belt push the red button marked PRESS on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its e A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down internal injury in a collision The belt forces won t the webbing to allow it to retract fully PE be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your WARNING abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as pos A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays or loose sible and keep it snug e A twisted belt can t do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your dealer and have it fixed parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they hav
46. calibrate the compass Find an open area away from large metal objects With the ignition ON and the compass temperature displayed press and hold the RESET button until the CAL symbol appears about 10 seconds Drive slowly about 5 mph 8 km h in 3 complete 360 circles The CAL light will turn off and the compass will be calibrated Variance is the difference between magnetic North and geographic North For proper compass function the correct variance zone must be set Refer to the variance map for the correct variance zone To check the variance zone the ignition must be on and the compass temperature displayed Press and hold the RESET button for about 5 seconds until VAR appears in the display The number displayed is the variance zone used by the compass To change the zone press the STEP button to scroll through numbers 1 through 15 Press the RESET button after selecting the proper zone to return to the normal compass temperature display NOTE To ensure proper compass calibration make sure the compass variance is properly set before manu ally calibrating the compass see variance map COMPASS VARIANCE MAP 8040bf97 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 outlet
47. correct ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK When the radio is on pressing the TIME button will allow you to select between displaying actual time con tinuously or information related to the mode which the radio is in i e in Radio mode the radio frequency is displayed When the radio is off time will not be displayed unless the TIME button is pressed and then the time will only be displayed for 5 seconds This function will operate with the ignition switch in either the on or off positions You can ask your dealer to enable the digital clock to be displayed continuously when the radio is off and the ignition switch is on Clock Setting Procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object press either the hour H or minute M buttons on the radio The display will show TIME 2 Press the H button to set hours or the M button to set minutes The time setting will increase each time you press a button RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast Signals Your new radio will provide excellent reception under most operating conditions Like any system however car radios have performance limitations due to mobile op eration and natural phenomena which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning To help you understand and save you concern about these ap parent malfunctions you must understand a point or two about the transmission and recepti
48. could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control An accident could be the result Don t use Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery Using Speed Control On Hills Your vehicle is equipped with Interactive Speed Control This feature operates when traveling up or down hills with the Speed Control engaged and the driver s foot off of the accelerator When Climbing A Hill If vehicle speed drops 3 mph 5 km h below the Speed Control SET speed the transmission will downshift to third gear Under severe conditions the transmission may 74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE x downshift again to second gear The transmission will upshift as the vehicle reaches the top of the hill When Descending A Hill If vehicle speed rises 3 mph 5 km h over the Speed Control SET speed the transmission will downshift to third gear This provides engine braking to keep vehicle speed under control The transmission will not downshift below third gear to control vehicle overspeed The trans mission will upshift to fourth gear after the vehicle has reached the bottom of the hill NOTE On very steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur It may be preferable to drive without Speed Control Rolling Hills The transmission may downshift into third gear and remain there as the vehicle travels over rolling hills The transmission will upshift into fourth gear wh
49. e Maintain a coolant concentration of a minimum of 50 ethylene glycol and high quality water with recom mended antifreeze for proper corrosion protection of your engine cooling system that contains aluminum components e Make sure that the radiator and coolant bottle hoses are not kinked or obstructed e Keep the front of the radiator and air conditioning condenser clean e Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation If replacement is ever necessary install ONLY the correct type thermostat Other designs may result in unsatisfactory engine cooling performance poor gas mileage and increased emissions Hoses and Vacuum Vapor Harnesses Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage Hard or soft spots brittle rubber cracking checking tears cuts abrasions and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of the rub ber Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold Inspect hose routing to be sure hoses do not touch any heat source or moving component that may cause heat damage or mechanical wear Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present Components should be replaced immedi ately if there is any evidence of degradation that could cause failure Brakes In order to assure brake system
50. four available gears When you wish to engage autostick simply move the autostick lever to the AutoStick position The trans mission will remain in the current gear until an upshift or downshift is chosen The gear selection will be displayed on the instrument cluster PRNO DBA AUTOSTICK 80b27c40 Move the lever back to the Overdrive position to shift out of the Autostick mode 160 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Autostick General Information The transmission will automatically upshift from first to second gear and from second to third gear when engine speed reaches about 6300 rpm Downshifts from third to second gear above 85 mph 137 km h and from second to first gear above 47 mph 76 km h will be ignored You can start out in first second or third gear Shifting into fourth gear can occur only after vehicle speed reaches 17 mph 27 km h The transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop Starting out in second or third gear is helpful in snowy or icy conditions While in the Autostick mode Speed Control will only function in third or fourth gear Downshifting out of third gear turns off speed control If the system detects powertrain overheating the transmission will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off If the system detects a problem it will disable the Autostick mode and the transmission will return to the automati
51. from the Closed position press and release the OPEN button The sunroof will open fully then stop automatically To Close the sunroof from an open or vent position press and hold the CLOSE button The sunroof will close fully and stop automatically Release the CLOSE button to stop sunroof travel at any point If the sun roof is vented and you wish to open it press and hold the OPEN button If the sun roof is open and you wish to vent it press and hold the VENT button ee 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 Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if so equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur In an accident there is a greater risk of being thrown rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with from a vehicle with an open sun roof You could also the rear windows open open the front and rear windows be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs seatbelt properly and make sure all passengers are with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to properly secured too minimize the buffeting Do not allow small child
52. immediately with large quantities of water A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam mable and explosive Keep flame or spark away from the vent holes Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output that exceeds 12 volts CAUTION Do not try to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Your vehicle cannot be started this way Pushing with another vehicle may damage the trans axle or the rear of your vehicle If your vehicle has a NOTE The battery is stored in a compartment in front discharged dead battery booster cables may be of the tire in the right front fender and is accessible used to obtain a start from another vehicle This type through the engine compartment The tire and wheel of start can be dangerous if done improperly so need not be removed to gain access to the battery follow the procedure carefully 190 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME Remote jump starting terminals are located in the engine compartment Remote Jump Starting Terminals Check the Battery Test Indicator If a light or bright colored dot is visible in the indicator DO NOT jump start the battery If the indicator is dark or shows a green dot proceed as follows 1 Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact 2 When boost is provided by a battery in another vehicle park that vehicle within booster cable reach but wi
53. performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Suggested service intervals can be found in Section 8 Maintenance Schedules ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 219 WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage You wouldn t have your full braking capacity in an emergency Brake and Power Steering System Hoses When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance inspect surface of hoses for evidence of heat and me chanical damage Hard and brittle rubber cracking checking tears cuts abrasion and excessive swelling suggest deterioration of the rubber Particular attention should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present NOTE Often fluids such as oil power steering fluid and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings There fore oil wetness at the hose coupling area is not neces sarily an indication of leakage Actual dripping of hot fluid when systems are under pressure during vehicle operation should be noted before hose is replaced based on leakage NOTE Inspection of brake hoses should be don
54. pressure is very important Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause an accident Always use ra dial tires in sets of four Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your tire dealer for radial tire repairs es STARTING AND OPERATING 169 Spare Tire Usage with Directional Tread Pattern Tires 300M Special Only The 300M Special model offers tires with a directional tread pattern These tires are designed to optimize dry handling as well as wet performance To obtain the full benefits of this design the tires must be installed so that they rotate in the correct direction The rotation direction of this type of tire is indicated by arrows on the side wall of the tire The full size spare tire is mounted as a direct replacement for the right side of the vehicle For road side replacement of a flat tire on the left side of the vehicle the full size spare can be used as mounted If this is required correct the rotation as soon as possible to restore optimum wet performance Compact Spare Tire Maintain the compact spare tire inflation pressure at 60 psi 4 1 bars 414 kPa Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h while the compact spare is installed on the vehicle Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to m
55. rocker panels and rear deck lid be kept clear and open If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner Use Mopar touch up paint on scratches or chips as soon as possible Your dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil ity of the owner Aluminum and chrome wheels should be cleaned regularly with mild soap and water to prevent corro sion To remove heavy soil select a non abrasive non acidic cleaner Do not use scouring pads or metal polishes Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels protective finish e If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers deicer salt etc be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed e If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel Interior Care Use Mopar Fabric Cleaner to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Use a mild soap and warm water solution to clean vinyl or leather upholstery For stubborn stains use Mopar Vinyl Cleaner Mopar Vinyl Cleaner is specifically recommended for vinyl trim WARNING Do not use volati
56. sizesg eca c a EEG oe oY ee Xo 175 300M Special Only sess 175 Reformulated Gasoline 175 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 176 MMT In Gasoline sys cce RR Ree 176 Materials Added To Fuel 177 Sulfur In Gasoline see 177 la Adding Fuel es n mas 177 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap iiis 177 aM Vehicle Loading va cee s ERI EORR CHER 179 Luggage Racks 0 0 e eee 179 B Trailer Towing 2 2 RR 179 Warranty Requirements 179 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 Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine does not require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal Simply turn the key to the START position and release when the engine starts If the engine has not started within 3 seconds slightly depress the accelerator pedal while continuing to crank If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds turn the key to the OFF position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the normal starting procedure STARTING AND OPERATING 155 Extremely Cold Weather below 20 F or 29 C For reliable starting at these temperatures use externally powered b
57. the compass When the vehicle is new the compass may appear erratic and the CAL symbol will be displayed After completing three 360 turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL symbol does not appear you must manually put the compass into the Calibration mode NOTE To ensure proper compass calibration make sure the compass variance is properly set before manu ally calibrating the compass see variance map To Put Into a Calibration Mode Turn on the ignition and set the display to Compass Temperature Press and hold the RESET button to change the display between VAR compass variance and CAL compass calibration modes When the CAL sym bol is displayed complete three 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal objects or power lines The CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 80b77041 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 COMPASS VARIANCE MAP e000ebab 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR
58. the next channel that matches the program type selected Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance Larger luggage items should be placed as far forward as possible Do not place items directly on or above the antenna Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons e The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle e Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes e Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception e Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage 140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se 6 DISC CD CHANGER IF EQUIPPED The CD changer is located below the radio in the instrument panel The changer plays only 4 inch 12 cm discs The changer holds up to 6 discs Each disc is loaded and ejected through a single slot in front of the changer Each disc has a numbered button with an amber light above it which when illuminated indicates that a disc is loaded in that particular chamber CH BDISC CD AUTO CHANGER Oo Oo O Oo Oo Oo CINE NX XX XXI NJZN B 80ef1625 Loading
59. tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Rotate your tires at intervals shown on the maintenance schedules More frequent rotation is permissible if de sired The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected before rotating TIRE ROTATION PATTERN FRONT OF VEHICLE E E E gt gt 4 TIRE ROTATION 80ba79fe The suggested rotation method is the forward cross shown in the diagram unless your vehicle is equipped with directional tread pattern tires Tire Rotation with Directional Tread Pattern Tires 300M Special Only The 300M Special model offers tires with directional tread pattern These tires are designed to optimize dry handling as well as wet performance To obtain the full benefits of this design the tires must be installed so that they rotate in the correct direction The rotation direction 174 STARTING AND OPERATING M of this type of tire is indicated by arrows on the side wall of the tire The required rotation method for directional tires is to swap the front tire with the rear on the same side of the vehicle Do not cross switch tires without dismounting the tires and re mounting them in the correct rotational direction TIRE ROTATION PATTERN FRONT OF VEHICLE
60. to flash Turn the ignition Off and remove the second key 3 Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition and switch the ignition On within 60 seconds After 10 seconds a single chime will sound The Theft Alarm Light will stop flashing and turn On for 3 seconds then turn Off The new Sentry Key has been programmed Repeat this process to program up to a total of 8 keys CAUTION An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition lock the doors close the windows and raise the top when leaving the vehicle unattended General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference 2 this device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation 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 F knob push button vehicles with floor shift is in the out position NOTE If you try to remove the key before you place the lever in Park the key may become trapped tempo rarily in the key cylinder If this occurs turn the key clockwise slightly then remove the key as described Key In Ignition Reminder Opening the driver s door
61. up to 20 Ibs 9kg and at least one year old should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passen ger front airbag An airbag deployment could cause serious injury or death to an infant in that position Children that are not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt see section on Child Restraint should ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt positioning booster seats appropriate for the size and age of the child Older children who do not use child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint See the section on Child Restraint You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should wear their lap and shoulder belts properly 3 The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to inflate 4 If your vehicle has side airbags do not lean against the door airbags will inflate forcefully into the space be tween you and the door WARNING e Relying on the airbags alone could lead to mo
62. when the key is in the ignition and is in the OFF LOCK or ACC position sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key ee 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 GLOVE COMPARTMENT LOCK The glove box lock has been designed so that the key can be inserted only about half way Do not force the key past this point 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE BEEEEEEEEEEREMAZMAEREAREAMAMMMMEE NN DOOR LOCKS Power Door Locks There is a door lock switch on each front door trim panel Press this switch to lock or unlock the four doors ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM The interior lights will come on when you unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry or central unlock They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors are closed then fade to off The lights also will fade to off if you turn on the ignition after you close all the doors If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the ignition switch with the ignition switch in the ACC LOCK or OFF position and the driver s door is open the doors will not lock A chime will sound as a reminder to remove the keys THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 WARNING For personal sec
63. will sound when the driver s door is opened Automatic Headlights This system automatically turns your headlights on at a preset level of outdoor lighting To turn the system on turn the headlight switch to the extreme left When the system is on the headlight delay feature is also on This means that your headlights will stay on for about 90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch off To turn the es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 Automatic system off turn the headlight switch clock wise to the off position The engine must be running before the headlights will come on in the automatic mode NOTE The Automatic Headlight System will turn on the headlights if it detects that the windshield wipers have been in operation for more than 10 seconds NOTE Your 300M Special vehicle may be equipped with high intensity headlights HID When first turned on these lights take on a blue hue for about 15 seconds after which they brighten to a clear light Headlight Time Delay This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination for about 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in an unlighted area For vehicles equipped with Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC this is customer pro grammable to Off 30 60 or 90 seconds See the Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC section of this manual To activate the delay turn off the ignition while the headlights are still on Then turn off the hea
64. 172 Reporting Safety Defects 259 Restraint Head 2 ee es 62 Restraints Occupant coeds messem eee eee 27 Rotation Tires 000000 eee 167 173 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 48 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 48 Safety Exhaust Gas 47 Safety Tips 6 ce ea eR e e e 47 Satellite Radio llle 137 Satellite Radio Antenna less 139 Schedule Maintenance sn 240 Scheduled Maintenance i 201 en INDEX 275 Seat Belt Maintenance 04 227 Seat Bells iizuke bw baw ewe 27 28 48 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 32 Child Restraint scere ente 45 Extender 23 ea csamneaBa dies ci Res 32 Inspection 4242 e he ek ee 48 Reminder 23 0 hex es 114 CALS uus S odisse a qued e AUR HEN E a dts 57 Cleaning 244 565 4840545 stators RR E 225 Glide To Exit cde e ERR Rees 58 Heated 4er e ERR Rer Rea e 59 Lumbar Support 00 000 0200s 59 POWED m 57 Rear Folding sess 62 Reclining eeepc Y Rs 58 oentty Key edam RR dene PRERESE 9 Sentry Key Programming ls 11 Sentry Key Replacement 10 Service Assistance sasse e sia sa eee eee 256 Service Contract i iiis es e n 258 Service Engine Soon Light 198 Service Manuals 2 icc 9 id eres 261 setting the Clock sie e eae 118 Shoulder Belts ecu e RIPE 32 Side Airbag ses ey een mens
65. 34 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center Stop Light 1 Open the trunk and remove the trunk lid cover 80d4677c 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the housing 3 Pull the bulb from the socket and replace the bulb 4 Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly Tail Stop Back Up and Turn Signal Lights 1 Open the trunk and remove the fasteners securing the light housing to the body 2 Pull the light housing from the body to expose the wiring socket 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove from the housing Pull the bulb out of the socket and remove the bulb 4 Replace the bulb reinstall the bulb and socket assem bly and reattach the light housing ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 235 License Plate Light 1 Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia 2 Remove the bulb and socket assembly and pull the bulb from the socket IN 3 Replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket assembly 4 Reattach the light to the rear fascia SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE 3 5L Oil Filter Mopar 5281090 or equivalent Thermostat 180 F 82 C Spark Plug See Underhood Label Spark Plug Gap Firing Order See Underhood Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 236 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 Ots 10 5 Liters
66. 38 Side View Mirror Adjustment 56 Side Window Demisters 150 Signals TUM ie sagesse ed dak va e 68 Slippery Surfaces Driving On 191 Snow Chains iesu 9 ek Rea ke d ate 170 Snow Nites 1243s ae E gon dor ax EP eda 170 Spare Tife ci wae tarita ee x dae A Res 169 Spark Plugs asse etka e be edd RO 205 Speed Control 44522 sem eme 7 speedometer oeslvass danre Ei RR Re REY 114 Staring Pm 155 Steering Linkage 2p eee ae dee x eee 210 POW 26 dooce e bR AGS BR ee ed 163 210 Tilt COMMA 22 fei eee ee ete hee eu ds 70 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls Stuck Freeing Sulfur in Gasoline Sun Roof ii yw ERE RE RE eee Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 33 276 INDEX aa Synthetic Engine Oil 04 204 System Navigation llle 136 Tachometer 4 42 cece redeem De cle Rs 113 Tape Player 04 44 weaned das ae t emen 143 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 114 183 Theft Alarm exc ue ER ERA RE E eS 23 Theft Systemi s estis ana eae eR ex ER e p hn 23 Tilt Steering Column lle 70 Time Delay Headlight Ls 67 Timing Belt se kr xe na eee wes 207 Tire8 ses aee dr RET bed DENS 48 164 263 Air Pressure 22189 db RR xem d 164 165 Aligoment 2 25404 ate scans dE 174 Balancing ase rm ER Rex 174 Chains 4i 9 RR denen 170 Changing 2sebestessaseme repe 183 184 Plat Changing aem m e Res 183 High Speed 2 25
67. 6 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 227 Interior Fuses 000000 eee 228 Interior Lights cick kk eae SER s 64 Introd cton 35x 3 53 d Rr DE RE PSY ES 4 Jack Operation oiron EEr OUr IEE 184 Jump Starting ie sorg sas e eig eee eee 189 Key Programming soss sere ds eher 11 Key Seny iis gea de e RE oe denos 9 Key In Reminder oso reas 12 Keyless Entry System sirt assess i lille 18 Keys coss ep aO dog OE Rond Rk Le de dos s 9 Knee Bolster 5 siek Rhe E Rete 33 Lap Shoulder Belts 5 corem n 28 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 44 Leaks Fluid 52s zou Es 48 Light Bulbs esc m IRR da ee ede ees 230 Lights AMmbag esse 9 mere 37 48 115 AnticLock 2i Rees 116 Automatic Off icira shield baled S 64 65 Battery Saver vk e pe E Rr 64 65 Brake Warning 16 6 dup e E ek 117 Check Engine 4x2 Redes 115 Courtesy Reading 0 4 65 272 INDEX ME Cr lSe cvs kanfuomsa ma BSE doge Raps 72 114 Daytime Running llle 68 Dimmer Switch Headlight 68 DOME PPP 74 Door AJat scipit es ers e dx 114 Exterior Check cick ba canoe trias 48 Fog quedes ume He en e eme Wee 67 233 Front Replacement liess 230 Hazard Warning Flasher 182 Headlight Switch 0005 66 Headlights io m moe Res 66 230 High Beam Indicator 114 Illuminated Entry 0 040 14 Instrument Cluster
68. CC position and the volume control ON before the CD player will operate Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 inch 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism You may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF the display will show the time of day If the power is ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track one 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 beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection EJT Eject Press the EJT button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal The unit will switch to the radio mode If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds it will be reloaded The unit will continue in radio mode The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF FF TUNE RW Press FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 Random Play RND Program Button 4
69. E B 245 H Miles 21 000 24 000 27 000 30 000 33 000 36 000 N Kilometers 34 000 38 000 43 000 48 000 53 000 58 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X N Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re X X X X X quired C Replace the air cleaner filter X E Inspect the front and rear brake linings and X X S rotors C Adjust the drive belt tension X i Check and replace if necessary the PCV X D valve U L E S 8 246 SCHEDULE B MEE Miles 39 000 42 000 45 000 48 000 51 000 54 000 Kilometers 62 000 67 000 72000 77 000 82 000 86 000 Ng Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re X X X X X W quired Replace the air cleaner filter X fw Adjust the drive belt tension X IE Inspect the front and rear brake linings and X X rotors r ME Replace the differential fluid X L E S 8 N SCHEDULE B 247 H Miles 57 000 60 000 63 000 66 000 69 000 72 000 l Kilometers 91 000 96 000 101 000 106 000 110 000 115 000 I Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X N Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re X X X X X quired C Replace the air cleaner filter X E Inspect the front and rear brake linings and X X S rotors E Replace the drive belts X n Replace the power st
70. E E 4 TIRE ROTATION 80d663f3 300M Special Only Alignment And Balance The suspension components of your vehicle should be inspected and aligned when needed to obtain full tire tread mileage Poor suspension alignment may result in e fast tire wear e uneven tire wear such as feathering and one sided wear e vehicle pull to right or left Tires may also cause vehicle to pull to the left or right Alignment will not correct this condition See your dealer for proper diagnosis Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration Vehicle vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out of balance Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear ee STARTING AND OPERATING 175 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 300M Your engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane range of 87 to 89 or higher The manufacturer recommends the use of 89 octane for optimum perfor mance 300M Special Only Your engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane range of 87 to 91 The manufacturer recommends the use of 91 octane premium gasoline for optimum performance Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued heavy spark knock at high spe
71. EHICLE CONTENTS E A Word About Your Keys 9 Sentry Key Engine Immobilizer If Equipped 9 Ignition Key Removal liess 12 Key In Ignition Reminder 12 Floor Shift Ignition Interlock System 13 ll Glove Compartment Lock 0 13 Bl Illuminated Entry System 14 B Wor Locks esris rers RE abba iran 14 Power Door Locks 0000050 14 Central Locking Feature If Equipped 15 Child Protection Lock System Rear Doors 16 Automatic Rolling Door Locks 16 Automatic Unlock On Exit Only Available If Automatic Door Locks Enabled 18 ll Remote Keyless Entry esee Rn 18 To Unlock The Doors 004 19 Enable Disable Lamp Flash 19 To Lock The Doors 0 000000 eee 19 Enable Disable Horn Chirp 19 To Unlock The Trunk 04 19 Enable Disable Trunk Press And Hold 20 Panic Alarm x 2sdexek PRG duet Ge UR PER 20 To Use The Panic Alarm 20 To Program Additional Transmitters 20 8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M Transmitter Linked To Memory Programming 21 Lap Shoul
72. EHICLE 209 CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked positive and negative and identified on the battery case Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion Apply grease to posts and clamps after tightening If a fast charger is used while the battery is in the vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger to battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage as battery damage can result Air Conditioner Check the air conditioning system at the start of the warm weather season NOTE If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected check the front of the A C con denser for an accumulation of dirt or insects Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser as required Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce air flow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance WARNING The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to the system adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced repairman Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains R 134a a ref
73. Engine Immobilizer If Equipped The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho rized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine The system will shut the engine down after 2 seconds of running if an invalid key is used to start the vehicle This system utilizes ignition keys which have an electronic chip transponder embedded into them Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle for more than the two second validation time period The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be armed or activated Operation of the system is automatic regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or unlocked During normal operation the Sentry Key Indicator light located on the instrument panel upper cover will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the ignition is turned on for a bulb check Afterwards if the bulb remains on solid this indicates a problem with the electronics If the bulb begins to flash after the bulb check this indicates that an invalid key has been used to start the vehicle or there is a communication failure between the transponder and the Sentry Key Immobilizer module Both of these lamp conditions will result in the engine being shut down after 2 seconds of running Keep in mind that a key which has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition for that vehicle All of the keys provided with your new vehicle
74. ING 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 luggage load inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack do not exceed the rated vehicle capacity shown on the Vehicle Loading Capacity chart TRAILER TOWING Warranty Requirements The Manufacturer s Passenger Vehicle Warranty will apply to vehicles used to tow trailers for non commercial use However the following conditions must be met e The maximum frontal area of the trailer cannot exceed 32 square feet 2 97 square meters e The maximum trailer load is 2 000 Ibs 900 kg Vehicle Loading Capacities e The D range can be selected when towing However Front Seat Occupants 00000000008 2 if frequent shifting occurs while in this range the Rear Seat Occupants sensie s ianh 00000000008 3 Autostick mode should bes lected Luggage 2e Re BS 115 Ibs 52 kg Rated Vehicle Capacity 865 Ibs 392 kg NOTE By using the AutoStick mode and selecting a specific gear range frequent shifting can be avoided The highest gear range should be selected that allows for 180 STARTING AND OPERATING Se adequate performance For Example choose 4 if the desired speed can be maintained Choose 3 or 2
75. ING WINDSHIELD CLEANER DIPSTICK RESERVOIR WASHER RESERVOIR ss sovezcoa 198 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Sx ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OBD II To meet new government regulations and promote cleaner air your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II This system monitors the performance of the emissions engine and automatic transaxle control systems When these systems are operating properly your vehicle will provide excel lent performance and fuel economy as well as engine emissions well within current government regulations If any of these systems require service the OBD II system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator or Service Engine Soon Light It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Although your vehicle will usually be driveable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any state emissions tests can be performed If the light is flashing severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required If the gas cap is not tightened properly the light may come on Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time you add fuel Tighten the cap until you hear it
76. If you ve had an accident or work done that is not on your maintenance log let the service advisor know Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap pointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you to be happy with our products and services Your selling dealer is best equipped and most anxious to provide prompt resolution for any warranty issue or related matter that you may experience The manufactur er s dealers have the facilities factory trained techni cians special tools and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner The manufacturer has empowered its dealers to make warranty and repair decisions that ensure you are not inconvenienced There is no need for you to wait for a decision from the manufacturer If a special circumstance occurs that requires information from the manufacturer we have asked the dealer s service management to make the contact on your behalf ee F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 257 This is why you should always talk to your dealer s service manager first Most mat
77. K button once to move 1 selection twice to move 2 selections etc Fast Forward FF Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape in the direction that it is playing The tape will advance until the button is pressed again or the end of the tape is reached At the end of the tape the tape will play in the opposite direction Rewind RW Press the RW button momentarily to reverse the tape direction The tape will reverse until the button is pressed again or until the end of the tape is reached At the end of the tape the tape will play in the opposite direction Tape Eject Press the EJT Tape button and the cassette will disengage and eject from the radio Scan Button Press this button to play 10 seconds of each selection Press the scan button a second time to cancel the feature 124 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Changing Tape Direction If you wish to change the direction of tape travel side being played press the PTY button The lighted arrow in the display window will show the new direction Metal Tape Selection If a standard metal tape is inserted into the player the player will automatically select the correct equalization and the 70 symbol will appear in the display window Pinch Roller Release If ignition power or the radio ON OFF switch are turned off the pinch roller will automatically retract to protect the tape from any damage When power is restored to the tape player the pinch roller w
78. Moving the control up or down in creases or decreases amplification of that band The mid position provides a flat frequency response AM FM Selection Press the AM FM button to change from AM to FM The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency The display will show ST when a stereo station is received Mode Button Press the MODE button to select between the cassette tape player CD changer or the Satellite Radio if equipped When the Satellite Radio if equipped is selected SA will appear in your radio display A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite or radio mode es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129 Cassette Player Features With ignition OFF and the sound system OFF you can eject the tape cassette by pushing the EJECT button You can turn the tape player ON by inserting a cassette or activating the MODE button with a cassette in the radio but only when the ignition and radio are on Each time a cassette is inserted the tape player will begin playing on the side of the cassette that is facing up in the player Music Search Pressing the SEEK button while playing a tape will start the Music Search mode Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the tape is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection The SEEK symbol ap
79. S Cap nists sess e nr RD ee RUE ICE eee 177 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 176 Gauges Coolant Temperature 4 114 Eueb nue ee eee ee E t 113 Oil Pressure 22s co exe RR xe E 113 Speedometer Odometer 116 Glass Cleaning 4 24 eie Reb eR ees 226 Glove Compartment llle 13 Hazard Warning Flasher 182 Head Restraints 0 0 0 0 000000 62 Headlights AUtOMAHC 22i bv ee xa e es 66 Bulb Replacement 04 230 Cleaning ic esie teed ieewteeet tbe ee 226 Dimmer Switch irigan 68 Lights On Reminder lusu 66 Switch icissasderbeea BERR wens Rig 66 lime Delay iecseeecm m Ree hne eee 66 67 Heated Mirrors l ects mn m e 55 Heated Seats ek xus Meta doa d Mr redes dots 59 en INDEX 271 Heater sss em se x Wer SURE 146 High Beam Indicator an i 114 Holder Com sorier aod xis UR PRAET Yes 53 Holder Cup sccerkehe Re eee hn 53 Holder Pencl 24232 EE TERRE 53 Homelink Transmitter Ln 75 80 Hood Release llle 63 Hook Coat asst eR Eus ee ELE ots 54 Hoses AsS2555 3RR5 Saha ARGS Seek aad 218 220 Ignition lc AT 12 Lock iau weeSor ek se LEES PE RIPE RUE 13 Illuminated Entry 000005 14 Infant Restraint leeren 41 Instrument Cluster less 112 113 Instrument Panel and Controls 111 Instrument Panel Cover 22
80. SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION STARTING AND OPERATING WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EE E aE a UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ccc ccc creer hh tn THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE eeeee tnn n UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE eee nnn Information Provided by DEALER INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Mi Introduction 0 0 00 0 0000 4 ll Warnings And Cautions 0 0 6 E How To Use This Manual 4 Bi Vehicle Identification Number 6 4 INTRODUCTION M INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents You are urged to read these publications carefully Following the instruc tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle NOTE After you read the manual it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold When it comes to service remember that your manufac turers dealer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained technicians and genuine Mopar parts and is interested in your satisfaction WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constitu
81. acement transmitters are programmed into the vehicle the first transmitter trained will be associated with memory set ting 1 and the second transmitter trained will be associ ated with memory setting 2 Additional transmitters will not be associated with a memory setting General Information This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two 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 If your Remote Lock Control fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 Weak batteries in transmitter The expected life of batteries is from one to two years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Transmitter Battery Service e Reassemble the transmitter case Snap the halves to The recommended replacement battery is DL 2016 or its gether and test transmitter operation equivalent SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM The system monitors the doors trunk key cylinder and ignition for unauthorized operation e Pry the transmitter halves apart with a dime or similar object Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal If something triggers the alarm the system w
82. and release that button If a station is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into memory You can recall the stations stored in SET 2 memory by pressing the push button twice To Change From Clock To Radio Mode Press the Time button to change the display between radio frequency and time es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 123 Operating Instructions Tape Player Insert the cassette with the exposed tape side toward the right and the mechanical action of the player will gently pull the cassette into the play position NOTE When subjected to extremely cold temperatures the tape mechanism may require a few minutes to warm up for proper operation Sometimes poor playback may be experienced due to a defective cassette tape Clean and demagnetize the tape heads at least twice a year Seek Button Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the current selection Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 6 selections Press the SEE
83. anging 183 Preparations For Jacking 184 Jacking And Changing a Tire 184 Compact Spare Tire For Temporary Emergency Use Only 1 os tees nsces earn ava Cte ot 188 Wheel Cover Installation If Required Bi Jump Starting The Battery 189 Bl Driving On Slippery Surfaces 191 Acceleration eden e RP REG E jl creatos RM H Freeing A Stuck Vehicle Mi Towing A Disabled Vehicle 193 182 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME HAZARD WARNING FLASHER A The flasher switch is on the steering column just behind the steering wheel Push in the flasher switch and all front and rear directional signals will flash Press the flasher switch a second time to turn the flashers off Do not use this emergency warning system when the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service the flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the flasher may run down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion e On the highways Slow down e In city traffic While stopped put transaxle in neutral but do not increa
84. anty Information Booklet for information on warranty coverage and transfer of warranty 1YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 3 YEAR 3 YEAR 5 YEAR 7 YEAR 8 YEAR 12 12 000 24 24 000 _ 36 000 000 50 000 MEE Fx 000 E 000 E 000 BASIC LIMITED WARRAN VERAGE SPECIAL EXTENDED a ANTI CORROSION PERFORATION ALL PANELS OUER PANELS aati EET Em FEDERALE EMISSION WARRANTY SPECIFIED COMPONENTS ae a a ee CALIFORNIA EMISSION WARRANTY ee ee 80b88acO0 CALIFORNIA EMISSION WARRANTY SPECIFIED COMPONENTS es F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 259 MOPAR PARTS Mopar fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from your dealer They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra tion NHTSA in addition to notifying the manufacturer If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Wash ington DC
85. area or write to NHTSA U S Dept of Transportation Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should write to Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 Information Provided by DEALER PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS U S RESIDENTS ONLY To order the publications shown tear out this page fill in all information and mail to the address below Enclose a check or money order payable to DaimlerChrysler Visa and Mastercard orders are accepted by telephone Please have your card and order information available when you call our distributor Please allow 30 days Prices subject to change without notice Dyment Distribution Services l SERVICE MANUAL 110 00 TAX P O Box 360450 Specify year make and model Strongsville OH 44136 1 800 890 4038 example 2002 Dodge Caravan The toll free number is not answered by DaimlerChrysler PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LI OWNER S MANUAL 10 00 TAX Specify year make and model example 2002 Dodge Caravan Name Address I DaimlerChrysler Child Seat instructions City LLL if applicable Specify year make and model example 1997 Dodge Caravan State
86. art or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift 184 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME Preparations For Jacking WARNING e Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers and park the vehicle on a firm level surface avoiding ice or slippery Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel areas Jacking and Changing a Tire 1 Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked C BLOCK sosobfad 2 Remove the spare tire scissors jack and lug wrench e Put the gear shift in PARK Automatic transmission or REVERSE Manual Transmission e Set the parking brake and turn off the engine ee 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 7 closest to the flat tire ALIGNMENT TABS FLANGE UNDER BODY VIEW 6 JACK SADDLE SUPPORT MUST BE POSITIONED DIRECTLY UNDER FLANGE BETWEEN ALIGNMENT TABS 80d7240f 186 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5 Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat t
87. ating the cellular phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repo sitioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Temperature Control ATC TROF Togh E 80b8985c The ATC system can maintain a steady comfort level in various weather conditions with a simple two step op eration Press the AUTO button and select your comfort setting The system will automatically control comfort by varying temperature fan speed and Mode You also may choose to customize your comfort by selecting the fan speed and Mode This will place the system into manual operation Interior ATC Sensors There are two interior sensors in the vehicle The Sun Sensor is mounted in the center of the instrument panel near the windshield glass The In Car Temperature Sen sor is mounted behind the ATC control panel These 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 Level Of Automatic Control 72 F 22 C is the recommended setting for maximum comfort for the average person however this may vary NOTE The temperature setting can be adjusted at any time without a
88. attery and electric engine block heaters that are available from your dealer 156 STARTING AND OPERATING Se If Engine Fails To Start CAUTION Do not try to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Your vehicle cannot be started this way Pushing with another vehicle may damage the trans axle or the rear of your vehicle See Section 6 of this manual for the proper jump starting procedures WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury 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 cranking the engine This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again If the engine has been flooded it may start to run but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released If this occurs continue cranking with the accel erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor the Normal Startin
89. ays or if you have any blistering see your doctor sion Have the airbags replaced by an authorized immediately dealer as soon as possible e As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the How the Side Airbag System Works process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag 4 inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s instruc tions for cleaning e It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have been deployed If you are involved in another collision the airbags will not be in place to protect you e The side impact airbag control module determines if a side collision is severe enough to require the airbag to inflate The ACM will not detect rollover front or rear impacts e The side impact airbag control module monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system when ever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions These include all of the items listed above except for the AIRBAG light which is controlled by the frontal airbag system In moderate to severe side collisions the side airbag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle is triggere
90. c mode until the problem is corrected The transmission will automatically downshift from fourth to third gear at speeds between 15 mph 24 km h and 50 mph 80 km h under certain conditions This is to avoid poor fourth gear performance with accelerator pedal actuation at lower speeds ee 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 LT 80b6f057 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 To release the parking brake pull the release lever located on the lower edge of the instrument panel 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 As an added precaution turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle 162 STARTING AND OPERATING Se WARNING e Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan gerous for several reasons A child or others could be injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking bra
91. ce have your vehicle serviced promptly Contin ued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and the vehicle WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex haust system Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any thing that can burn In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage e Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion e Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle Engine Timing Belt Replace the engine timing belt at the intervals described in the appropriate maintenance schedule Crankcase Emission Control System Proper operation of this system depends on freedom from sticking or plugging due to deposits As vehicle mileage builds up the PCV valve and passages may accumulate deposits If a valve is not working properly 208 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M repla
92. ce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels blended with these oxygen ates may be used in your vehicle CAUTION DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system com ponents Problems that result from using methanol gasoline blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be covered by the vehicle warranty While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol it does not have the negative effects of Methanol MMT in Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num ber Gasolines blended with MMT offer no performance advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number without MMT Gasolines blended with MMT have shown to reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance in some vehicles The manufacturer recom mends using gasolines without MMT Since the MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the pump you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not his her gasoline contains MMT MMT is prohibited in both Federal and California refor mulated gasolines In Canada MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States For this reason it is even more important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada es STARTING AND OPERATING 177 Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is requi
93. ce it with a new valve DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or plugging deposits Replace if necessary Maintenance Free Battery The top of the MAINTENANCE FREE battery is perma nently sealed You will never have to add water nor is periodic maintenance required NOTE The battery is stored in a compartment in front of the tire in the right front fender and is accessible through the engine compartment The tire and wheel need not be removed to access the battery To access the battery 1 Turn the steering wheel fully to the right 2 Remove the battery access panel from the inner fender shield 3 Remove the air cleaner 4 Remove the battery tie down bracket 5 Move the battery into the opening and lift it out WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you Don t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area immediately with large amounts of water Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery Don t use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 volts Don t allow cable clamps to touch each other WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories con tain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling ee MAINTAINING YOUR V
94. cement Under inflation also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consump tion 3 Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Both under inflation and over inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict able steering response Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Tire Inflation Pressures The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is listed on a label attached to the rear face of the driver s door The pressure should be checked and adjusted at least once every month Check more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Inflation pressures specified on the label are always Cold Inflation Pressure Cold inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours or driven less than a mile after a 3 hour 166 STARTING AND OPERATING ME period The cold inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum values molded into the tire side wall Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi 13 to 41 bars 13 to 40 kPa during operation Do NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pres
95. cessful NOTE When programming such a garage door opener or gate unplug the device to prevent possible damage to the garage door or gate motor Operation Press and hold the desired button on the Universal Transceiver until the garage door or other device begins to operate The light in the display shows that the signal is being transmitted The hand held transmitter may also be used at any time Reprogramming A Single Button 1 Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to be reprogrammed Do not release until step 4 has been completed 2 When the indicator light begins to flash slowly after 3 20 seconds position the hand held transmitter 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from the button to be trained 3 Press and hold the hand held transmitter button 4 The Universal Transceiver indicator light will begin to flash first slowly then rapidly When the indicator lights begin to flash rapidly release both buttons 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Security If you sell your vehicle be sure to erase the frequencies To erase all of the previously trained frequencies hold down both outside buttons until the green light begins to flash This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including int
96. child restraint anchorage system called LATCH The LATCH system provides for the installation of the child restraints without using the vehicle s seat belts instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure LATCH compatible child restraint systems are now avail able However because the lower anchorages are to be introduced over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those achorages will continue to also have features for installation using the vehicle s seat belts Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection tot he top tether anchorages have been avail able for some time For some older child restraints many child restraint manufacturers offer add on tether strap kits or retro fit kits You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re straint in any vehicle e lt are cap LATCH compatible child seats These are round bars located at the lower area of the seat back Install your child seat as per child seat manufac turer recommendations All three rear seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accomodating 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE See Installing the LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Not all chil
97. click EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle s emissions control system Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration For states which have an I M Inspection and Maintenance requirement this check verifies the following the MIL Malfunction Indicator Lamp is functioning and is not on when the engine is running and that the OBD On Board Diagnostic system is ready for testing Normally the OBD system will be ready The OBD system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced if you recently had a dead battery or a battery replacement If the OBD system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD system is ready you must do the following 1 Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 199 2 Turn the ignition to the ON position but do not crank or start the engine 3 If you crank or start the engine you will have to start this test over 4 As soon as you turn your key to the ON position you will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check 5 Approximately 15 seconds later one of two things will happen a The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to bein
98. codes by pressing the two antenna make sure that the antenna is hanging straight outside buttons Release the buttons when the light in the down overhead console display begins to flash about 20 sec 1 Turn off the engine onds es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 NOTE Step 2 does not have to be followed to program additional hand held transmitters 3 Choose one of the three buttons to train Place the hand held controller one to three inches from the univer sal transceiver while keeping its indicator light in view 4 Using both hands press the hand held transmitter button and the desired universal transceiver button Do not release the buttons until step 5 has been completed NOTE Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace step 4 with the procedures listed under Canadian Programming 5 The indicator light in the Universal Transceiver will begin to flash first slowly and then rapidly The rapid flashing indicates successful programming If after 90 seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goes out return to step 1 and repeat the procedure To train the other buttons repeat steps 3 and 4 Be sure to keep your hand held transmitters in case you need to retrain the Universal Transceiver If you do not successfully program the Universal Trans ceiver to learn the signal of your hand
99. ct You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex pected repairs after your manufacturer s new vehicle limited warranty expires The manufacturer stands be hind only the manufacturer s Service Contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s Service Contract you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about your service contract call the manufacturer s Service Contract Na tional Customer Hotline at 1 800 521 9922 The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s Service Contract If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s Service Contract and you require service after your manufactur er s new vehicle limited warranty expires please refer to your contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased your new vehicle Your dealer has also made a major investment in facilities tools and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with your ownership experience You ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns WARRANTY INFORMATION See your manufacturer s Warr
100. d releasing a quantity of nontoxic gas The inflating side airbag exits through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door The side airbag moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side airbag inflates This especially applies to children ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING e Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured because the airbag is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the airbag covers Do not modify the front bumper or vehicle body structure You need proper knee impact protection in a collision Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee impact bolsters It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the airbag system yourself Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has airbags 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M Airbag Light aip You will want to have the airbags ready for your BAG protection in an impact While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free if any of the following occurs have an authorized dealer service the system immediately e The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during the 6 to 8 sec
101. d Balance llus 174 Antenna Satellite Radio 139 Antifreeze Disposal sess 215 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 215 Anti Lock Brake System sereas riis sanma 163 Anti Lock Warning Light 116 Anti Theft Security Alarm Appearance Care 0002s 223 Auto Down Power Windows 25 Automatic Dimming Mirror 54 Automatic Door Locks 000005 16 Automatic Headlights llus 66 Automatic Off Interior Lights 64 Automatic Temperature Control 146 Automatic Transaxle lusu 157 221 Fluid and Filter Changes 223 Fluid Level Check es paeas rariss tirtas 222 Reset Mode 4445 esee Re ees 158 Selection Of Lubricant 221 Shif hE mapa ena ee heehee ee eee baa 158 Special Additives ss sessar ea eae een 223 Autostick io coe GN oe we IRE da ee eae es 159 Ball Joints 204 Seas 36 c bp RR reeea IA 210 Battery smsga sa nomen stint 0 a orga fgg 189 208 Emergency Starting 005 189 Gas Caution 00 0 eee ee eee 189 208 Jump Starting cesse bund ues abr ee ia 189 Keyless Transmitter Replacement 23 jlrorel ne MR REOR ROO TT TT a a 189 208 en INDEX 267 Saving Feature sessar rsrsrs na 64 65 67 Belts Drive sted 3 esse exu ple ob Beg d 205 Belts Engine 44 01 4 eee xem ace deve ees 207 Body Mechanism Lubrication
102. d from one or both channels as if the treble tone control were turned all the way down To prevent this you should periodically clean the head with a commercially available WET cleaning cassette As preventive maintenance clean the head about every 30 hours of use If you wait until the head becomes very dirty noticeably poor sound it may not be possible to remove all deposits with a simple WET cleaning cassette es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the compact discs in good condition take the following precautions 1 Handle the disc by its edge avoid touching the surface 2 If the disc is stained clean the surface with a soft cloth wiping from center to edge 3 Do not apply paper or tape to the disc avoid scratch ing the disc 4 Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner cleaners or antistatic sprays 5 Store the disc in its case after playing 6 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight 7 Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high NOTE If you experience difficulty in playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged oversized or have theft protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the operation of a cellular phone in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy perfor mance from your radio This condition may be lessened or eliminated by reloc
103. d restraint systems will be installed as described here Again carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided with the child restraint system The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seat back and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger alon the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces In addition there are tether strap anchorages ai behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seat back and the rear window These tether strap anchorages are under a hinged plastic cover with this symbol on it Many but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rear facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars pushing aside the seat cover material Then lift the tether anchorage cover directly behind the seat where you are placing the ch
104. der Belts 06 28 General Information 00 22 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 32 Transmitter Battery Service 23 Seat Belt Extender cessere s 32 WM Security Alarm System 0000 23 Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental To Set The Alam errre rerit 2000 e cece 24 BSE EAD RD EUS 8 BaP NG HE To Disarm The System cesse 24 Child Restraint se cs err erac d 40 Security System Manual Override 25 E Engine Break In Recommendations 47 B Power Windows 0 000 eene 25 zu E sal Bl Remote Trunk Lid Release 26 EXHAGSEDIS vi cia errata trates d BM irink Safety Warning eee menm ewes 26 o alah od iR d ee E ag Patil EMSS CT RENASOY acca ahah Sears a Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside E Occupant Restraints 0004 27 The Vehicle 522244 RR RR mn 48 es THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS You can insert the double sided keys into the locks with either side up The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys only from your dealer Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place CAUTION An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Sentry Key
105. dlights within 45 seconds The delay interval begins when the ignition is turned off If the headlights are turned off before the ignition they will go off in the normal manner Battery Saver Feature If an exterior light is left on when the ignition switch is moved to the Off position it will automatically turn off after 10 minutes Normal operation will resume when the ignition is turned On or when the headlight switch is turned to another position Fog Lights Turn the headlight switch to any ON position then pull out the headlight switch knob to turn on the fog lights A light near the switch will illumi nate to show that the Fog Lights are On NOTE Turning on the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights Fog light operation will resume when the high beams are turned off and the lights return to the low beam parking light or automatic positions 68 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Daytime Running Lights Canada Only The headlights are on at a dimmer level whenever the vehicle is started and the parking brake is released The lights remain on until the ignition switch is turned OFF MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER Turn Signals The arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show operation of the front and rear turn signal lights If either light flashes at an extremely fast rate check for a defective outside light bulb If both of the indicators fail to light when the lever is mo
106. dry cloth To remove road dirt wash with a mild soap solution fol lowed by rinsing Do not use abrasive cleaning components solvents steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with any commercial household type glass cleaner Never use an abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows equipped with electric defrosters Do not use scrapers or other sharp instru ments which may scratch the elements Instrument Panel Cover The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which minimizes reflections in the windshield Do not use ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 227 protectants or other products which may cause undesir able reflections Use soap and warm water to restore the low glare surface Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic e Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag e Dry with a soft tissue Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners This will weaken the fabric If the belts need cleaning use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts f
107. dshield Washers 0000 213 Exhaust System 0000000 213 Cooling SYSTEM o tst tacu enii eee 214 Hoses And Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 218 Brakes sia gag ade e so ea is Fuel System Hoses Automatic Transaxle 00005 221 Appearance Care And Protection From CCOFIOSIOIL 4 cete y pde ese ne 223 RADICE NER NES ENSE DIT Dr T 227 Fuse Block Relays llle 227 Underhood Fuses 0 000005 228 196 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Sx Bl Replacement Light Bulbs 230 License Plate Light 0 235 Bl Bulb Replacement 00005 290 Specifications 2 2 ysseue scree ie yous vas 235 Headlight And Parking Light Removal 230 M Fud Capacities evesa se hb eee te Ree REOR 236 Front Park Turn Signal And Front Sidemarker ll Recommended Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Light cocos desee BR e ere e 233 Parts rera eU Lok a ae e er 237 FOS Light s cdd Sutras Rene RS 233 ENGINE Ss dace acne wb Ex te e RR eg s 237 Center Stop Light sos ees 234 Chassis cse deed b ERES a4 237 Tail Stop Back Up And Turn Signal Lights 234 BOO iae eae RR Pe xe ab TR ea eie 238 ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 197 3 5L ENGINE ENGINE TRANSMISSION BRAKE FLUID PRESSURE COOLANT OIL FILL DIPSTICK RESERVOIR CAP BOTTLE a AIR ENGINE OIL POWER STEER
108. e If the light comes on it indicates either that the parking brake is on or there is a low fluid level in the brake master cylinder On vehicles equipped with anti lock brakes ABS the brake light may also indicate reduced braking performance If the parking brake is off and the light remains on have the brake system in spected as soon as possible The light will also come on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition in the RUN position UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 117 The warning light should be checked frequently to assure that it is operating properly This can be done by turning the ignition switch to START The light should come on If the red brake light does not come on have the system checked by an authorized dealer WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger ous Part of the brake system may have failed It will take longer to stop the vehicle You could have an accident Have the vehicle checked immediately NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is on It does not show the degree of brake application In an ABS equipped vehicle the Brake System Warning light will come on if the ABS light is not functioning or if the ABS system is not communicating 118 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument panel press and hold the plus or minus buttons until the setting is
109. e set the Mode control to Panel or Bi Level au pc with A C on WARM WEATHER If it s sunny set the Mode control to Panel 7 and turn on AVC If it s cloudy or ee dark set the Mode control to Bi Level with A C on Adjust Temperature Pus dila control for comfort COOL OR COLD Set the Mode control to Mix amp or Defrost Sg DID CONDITIONS Set the Fan Control to the High position full clockwise Adjust Fan and Temperature control for comfort if windows are clear 0 TC s CS COLD DRY Set the Mode control to Floor d If it s sunny you may want more upper air CONDITIONS i In this case set the Mode control to Bi Level In very cold weather if you need extra heat at the windshield set the Mode control to Mix amp or Defrost S p as needed Adjust Fan and Temperature control for comfort 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se 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 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Mi Starting Procedures 00 15 WM Autostick 000 0000 00 ee eee 159 Normal Starting 0 0 0000 155 Autostick Operation 000000 159 Extremely Cold Weather Autostick General Information
110. e tire chains are not recom mended CAUTION Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are used Snow Tires Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during winter Standard tires are of the all season type and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the M S designation on the tire sidewall The 300M Special offers a high performance three season tire The performance of this type of tire on snow and ice is not equivalent to traditional all season tires ee STARTING AND OPERATING 171 Snow tires may have a lower speed rating than factory equipped tires and may not match the maximum vehicle The 300M Special is equipped with tires that are speed optie fon GHVINE UR a oy awd wet weather bond Snow tires should not be operated at sustained speeds ditions However these tires have reduced traction poda ok over 75 mph 120 km h capability in snow and ice When driving a 300M Special in these conditions with these tires you must Tread Wear Indicators take special care to maintain control and avoid Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires accidents We recommend that you equip your ve to help you in determining when your tires should be hicle with SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all replaced four wheels for driving in snowy and icy conditions It is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and load rating to the original equipment tires SNOW tires may have lower speed rating tha
111. e whenever the brake system is serviced and every engine oil change WARNING Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure You could have an accident If you see any signs of cracking scuffing or worn spots have the brake hoses replaced immediately Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services or immediately if the brake system warning lamp shows system failure 220 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap If necessary add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reservoir With disc brakes fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed Brake Master Cylinder Use only the manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to the Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genu ine Parts section for the correct fluid type WARNING Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or unidentified as to specification may result in sudden brake failure during hard pro longed braking You could have an accident Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid as seal damage will result Fuel System Hoses
112. e been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc 5 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seats the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck Push the lever above the webbing upward to release the anchorage and then move it up or down to the position that serves you best 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 In the rear seat move toward the center of the seat to position the belt away from your neck Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anch
113. e not there to protect you These protective covers are designed to open only when the airbags are inflated If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the side airbags the perfor mance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags do not attach cup holders or any other objects on or around the door The inflating side airbag could drive the objects into occupants causing serious injury Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts Along with the seat belts front airbags work with the instru ment panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Side airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions The front airbags deploy only in moderate to severe frontal collisions In certain types of collisions both the front and side airbags may be triggered But even in collisions where the airbags work you need the seat belts to keep you in the right positon for the airbags to protect you properly Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag 1 Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in the rear seat Infants in rear facing child restraints designed for chil dren
114. e other buttons repeat steps 3 and 4 Be sure to keep your hand held transmitters in case you need to reprogram the universal transceiver NOTE If you do not successfully program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver to learn the signal of the hand held transmitter refer to Programming Mul tiple Security Code Systems Rolling Code later in this text or call toll free for customer assistance at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com 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 versal transceiver button Release both buttons when the display indicates TRAINED Reprogramming a Single Universal Transceiver Button 1 Press and hold the desired universal transceiver but ton for about 20 seconds 2 When the display indicates TRAINING position the hand held transmitter one to three inches away from the universal transceiver surface 3 Press and hold the hand held transmitter button 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M 4 When the display indicates TRAINED and the previ ous programming for the button has now been erased and a new device has been program
115. e the system to deactivate and turn on the Traction Control OFF Light indicated by TRAC OFF located in the instrument cluster This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is a normal condition After cooling the system will auto matically reactivate and turn off the TRAC OFF light If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud ice or snow turn the Traction Control System Off before attempting to rock the vehicle free TIRES Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure 1 Safety WARNING e Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents e Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob lems You could lose control of your vehicle Overinflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly resulting in loss of vehicle control Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom mended pressure ee STARTING AND OPERATING 165 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 repla
116. ead restraint The restraints may be raised without pushing in the button Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area Pull on the loops shown in the illustration to fold down either or both seatbacks These loops can be tucked away when not in use When the seat back is folded to the upright position make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seat back above the seat strap ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 63 WARNING The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle with the rear seatbacks in the locked up or folded down position should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion They could be seriously injured in an accident Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood two latches must be released First pull up on the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel E a B0b27e01 64 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when Then lift up on the catch located under the front edge of the hood near the center 80b4b6b7 To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed
117. eck the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary In the rear seat you may have trouble tightening the lap shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out If the belt still can t be tightened or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt you may need to do something more Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle turn the buckle around and insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still can t make the child restraint secure try a different seating position 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M To attach a child restraint tether strap 1 Lift the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint 2 Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints raise the head restraint and route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts If not possible lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head re straint 3 Attach the tether strap hook A of the child restraint to the anchor B and remove s
118. ed To program your transmitters perform the following 1 Insert the key into the ignition and turn the key to the Run position 2 Adjust the seat and side view mirror to the desired position Program the radio preset buttons to the desired stations 3 Press and release the Set S button on the memory seat switch then press and release button 1 or 2 4 Press and release the Lock button on the transmitter 5 Do not press any buttons for 10 seconds NOTE Your transmitters may be unlinked to your memory settings by pressing the Unlock button on the transmitter in step 4 above On vehicles equipped with an EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center these func tions can be selected at the EVIC using the Customer Programmable Features Refer to EVIC Customer Pro grammable Features for details When newly purchased or replacement transmitters are programmed into the vehicle the first transmitter trained will be associated with memory setting 1 and the second transmitter trained will be associated with memory setting 2 Addi tional transmitters will not be associated with a memory setting 62 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Head Restraints 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 The head restraints have a locking button which must be pushed in to lower the h
119. eds can cause damage and should be reported to your dealer immediately Engine damage resulting from operating with a heavy spark knock may not be covered by the new vehicle warranty Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and stumble If you experience these problems try another brand of gasoline before consider ing service for the vehicle Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica tions the World Wide Fuel Charter WWFC to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions engine performance and durability for your vehicle The manufacturer recommends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning fuel referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe cially blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso lines Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components 176 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with mate rials called oxygenates such as 10 ethanol MTBE and ETBE Oxygenates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to redu
120. eee 161 Parking On Fal Jk Rate nes 161 Passing Light 4 kei eer Rs 68 Pencil Holder llle 53 274 INDEX aa li m 46 Pets Transporting 0 eee ee eee eee 46 Power Distribution Center llle 228 Door Locks 13 neues BA Gate Be Be Ae es 14 Ouilet tome eae Sn re eo Sees Se 105 CANS 3 uenti a doo ecd NS Sp ee ete en tees 57 Steering oy ence Pane SS An 163 Steering Checking 05 210 SUDTOOL sorea Sted eee ea ate cae ee we doe ries 86 Trunk TE tees amp oe tess te Ratte CE as ete 26 WindOWS axis er head anaes 25 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 32 Programmable Electronic Features 76 79 81 83 Programming Transmitters 20 76 79 81 83 Radial Ply Tit s 22i emm 168 Radiator Cap s sunceasae bourgatos EE 216 Radio ag ic ehe 119 126 132 Radio Broadcast Signals 118 Radio Operation ss scss renis asesan ana 143 145 Radio Remote Controls 05 142 Radio Satellite llle 137 Rear Seat Folding llessss 62 Reclining Front Seats llle 58 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine PAIS uoce US Wim dee Wag Buck aem RORIS hg oh Gere 237 Reformulated Gasoline 175 Refrigerant a csck x ba Eee doe CERE hus 209 Reminder Lights On scsi esse m 66 Remote Keyless Entry llle 18 Remote Trunk Release 26 Replacement Tires 00000005
121. eering fluid X D Check and replace if necessary the PCV X Y valve t E Change the automatic transaxle fluid and fil X S ter 8 248 SCHEDULE B MEE 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 Ng Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re X X X X W quired i33 Replace the air cleaner filter X fw Replace the air cleaner filter X IE Adjust the drive belt tension X X E Inspect the front and rear brake linings and X X DE rotors 1 Check and replace if necessary the PCV X E valve t S 8 A SCHEDULE B 249 H Miles 93 000 96 000 99 000 100 000 102 000 105 000 i Kilometers 149 000 154 000 158 000 160 000 163 000 168 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X N Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re X X X X quired C Replace the air cleaner filter X E Inspect the front and rear brake linings and X S rotors E Flush and replace the engine coolant X i Replace the engine timing belt Federal Emis X D sions U Replace the engine timing belt California X Emissions S Replace the spark plugs X 8 Adjust the drive belt tension X Change the differential fluid
122. emperature mode and the STEP button is pressed Step Button Press the STEP button to cycle through all of the Compass Mini Trip Computer displays ee 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 3 NOTE This display can be reset to the set service interval by pressing and holding the RESET button for 3 seconds Tire Pressure Display If Equipped 80b77042 Shows the current pressure of all 4 road tires Average Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset Distance To Empty Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank This is calibrated using the miles per gallon for the last few minutes Trip Odometer Shows the distance travelled since the last reset 80d2b5c3 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M NOTE Tires heat up during normal driving conditions Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 psi 14 to 41 kPa during normal driving conditions Refer to Tire Inflation Pressures in Starting and Operating About Your Tires Section for additional information Blank Screen Shows a blank screen Pressing the STEP button returns to the compass and temperature display Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set
123. en the road flattens out The transmission will resume its normal shift schedule if you depress the accelerator pedal during any of the above conditions OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains dome reading lights an optional universal garage door opener HomeLink an optional sunroof switch and either an Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC or an Overhead Travel Infor mation System OTIS Dome Reading Lights Located in the overhead console are two dome reading lights 80b6b3a8 ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 The dome reading lights illuminate when a door is opened or when the interior lights are turned on by rotating the dimmer control located on the multi function lever The reading lights are activated by pressing on the recessed area of the corresponding lens NOTE The dome reading lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED Equipped in vehicles that have the optional Overhead Travel Information System OTIS The HomeLink Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that oper ate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates or home lighting It triggers these devices at the push of a button The Universal Transceiver operates off your vehicle s battery and charging system no batteries are needed
124. en the seat belt webbing is pulled out During exit the seat will move rearward from the set position when the key is removed from the ignition providing that the seat is not in the full rearward position This feature can be turned on or off by performing the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Set button 2 Move the horizontal seat switch rearward 3 Release the Set button and the horizontal seat switch NOTE The glide feature is only available on the driver s seat ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 59 NOTE On vehicles equipped with an EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center these functions can be se lected at the EVIC using the Customer Programmable Features Refer to EVIC Customer Programmable Fea tures for details Lumbar Support This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support Turn the control lever for ward to increase and rearward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support Heated Seats The front driver s and passenger seats are heated The control for the heater is located on the outboard side of each seat After turning on the ignition you can choose from High Off or Low heat settings An indicator on the switch shows which setting has been chosen Press the switch once to select a heat setting high or low and press the switch a second time to turn the heated seat off NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt wi
125. ent cap is for use with this vehicle 178 STARTING AND OPERATING M CAUTION Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system The Mal function Indicator light will come on if the gas cap is not properly secured NOTE The fuel tank filler tube has a restricting door about 2 inches 50 mm down from the opening If fuel is poured from a portable container the container should have a flexible nozzle long enough to force open the restricting door CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling NOTE e When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full e Tighten the gas cap until you hear a clicking sound This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened The Malfunction Indicator light will come on if the gas cap is not properly secured Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled WARNING e Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling es STARTING AND OPERAT
126. ents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the table of contents to determine which section contains the information you desire The detailed index at the rear of this manual contains a complete listing of all subjects Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this owner s manual GJ Aw T TURN SIGNALS REAR WINDOW WIPER WINDSHIELD WIPER HIGH BEAM INTERMITTENT BRAKE SYSTEM R PARKING ra i Ll BRAKE a FUEL REAR WINDOW WINDSHIELD LOW BEAM INTERMITTENT WIPER WASHER FAILURE OF ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM ou en ones e vu gt X D FUEL FILL SIDE WINDSHIELD WASHER FRONT FOG LIGHT REAR WINDOW FLUID LEVEL SEAT BELT C e e Xx ENGINE OIL REAR WINDOW WINDSHIELD N mea BULB DEFROST ELECTRICALLY AIRBAG FAILURE uss BATTERY HEATED MIRROR WINDSHIELD DOME LIGHT CHARGING DEFROST SIDE AIRBAG E esan CS E ln mm nl ENGINE COOLANT CHILD SEAT WINDSHIELD WIPER TEMPERATURE TETHER ANCHOR AND WASHER HAZARD PARK LIGHTS I SRS CY LOWER ANCHORS aes AND TETHER FOR SUPPLEMENTAL mE ENGINE CHILDREN LATCH RESTRAINT SYSTEM WINDOW LOCK LIGHTER lc 2 d HORN UPPER AIR OUTLET HEATED SEAT 9 r4 KEY ACTIVATE UPPER AND LOWER HEATED SEAT POWER OUTLET AIR OUTLET HIGH e tap e nd eA HOOD
127. er from a garden hose at the back of the core Check the engine cooling system hoses for condition and tightness of connection Inspect the entire system for leaks Any hoses that show cuts or severe abrasion must be replaced Cooling System Drain Flush and Refill At the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules 5 years 100 000 miles the system should be drained flushed and refilled If the solution is dirty and contains a considerable amount of sediment clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals Engine Coolant Disposal Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community Do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground Prevent ingestion by animals or children If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Selection Of Coolant Use only the manufacturer s recommended coolant Re fer to the Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts section for correct coolant type CAUTION Failure to use the proper antifreeze could cause radiator plugging and engine overheating Do not mix antifreeze brands or types Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust prod
128. erference that may cause undesired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment HomeLink is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls Inc GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED Equipped in vehicles that have the optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC The HomeLink Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that oper ate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates or home lighting It triggers these devices at the push of a button located on the overhead console The universal transceiver operates off your vehicle s battery and charging system no batteries are needed 80b6b2b9 es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 WARNING Programming The Universal Transceiver WARNING A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured Use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards This includes most garage door opener models manufac Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are programming the universal trans ceiver Do not program the universal transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate A tured after 1982 Contact HomeLin
129. ers eke eee ee a 168 Jacking dice deGha sw petu aeu gie es 184 Pressure Label 45s eere gaes 165 Pressure Monitor System 89 166 Quality Grading Radial iux x S RP ENSE SUE 168 Replacement 0 0000 a 172 ROON xe bo SR RE HERS Bis 167 173 Snow Tires 26izego9r de ea ee RR n 170 Spare Tire lt o dacima dob EE OR S 169 Spinning x lacus ee E en E EUR e es 170 Tread Wear Indicators 171 To Open Hood eO ee e 63 TOWING acesacexe eRe RES Perd i RUE e eed 179 Disabled Vehicle 193 Trailering ess daa x rom yes xe doe ek aes 179 Traction Control 008 70 113 163 Trailer Towing llle 179 Transaxle Additives see Gee X Bee ER Od 223 AutoMate vs 54 4 444 445 8 0eS Kae eed 157 221 Autostck lt aei zc tbe ev et Ee a ens eS 159 Filter isi sgeee og c RE Rr ERG E 223 Operation zesss eer E e RE Rus 158 Selection of Lubricant les 221 Transmission Range Indicator 05 116 158 Transmitter Battery Service 23 en INDEX 277 Transmitter Garage Door Opener 75 80 Transmitter Programming 44 20 Transporting Pets 6 00 esse esa a eevee sss 46 Traveler Trip Computer lle 98 Tread Wear Indicators llis 171 Trip Computer seese diiad ie peia tes 98 102 Trip Odometer 222 9 103 115 Trip Odometer Reset Button 115 Trunk Release Emergency
130. essary at the intervals shown on Schedule B WARNING The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Engine Fuel Filter A plugged fuel filter can cause hard starting or limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank frequent replacement of the fuel filter which is mounted in the fuel tank may be necessary See your dealer for service Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine properly serviced to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage If the Malfunction Indicator light is flashing immediate service is required ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 207 CAUTION Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involv ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor man
131. f salt or road film Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 213 WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents Windshield Washers The fluid reservoir in the engine compartment should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield antifreeze not radiator anti freeze rated not to freeze at 25 F 31 C Operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water N Washer Fluid Reservoir are flammable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to
132. ffecting automatic control operation The control also will show what Mode the system is in by the figure shown in the display NOTE The Mode can change when the system is in the Auto Mode This will be indicated in changes in the display window This shows automatic changes in air direction es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 Fan Control Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select Turn the control clockwise to increase fan speed In ambient temperatures below 70 F 21 C fan opera tion is delayed when the engine is first started The fan will automatically start when the engine coolant is warm enough to heat the air This feature can be defeated by turning the fan control AUTO Control Press the top of the button to turn the ATC system On Press the lower portion of the button to turn the entire system Off Comfort Control Use this control to regulate the comfort inside the pas senger compartment Press the top of the switch to raise the temperature selection and the bottom of the switch to lower it The comfort setting range is from Lo 60 61 to 89 90 Hi for automatic temperature control You can select a very hot or cold comfort setting by holding the comfort control until it reaches its highest or lowest levels The system adjusts to bring the interior temperature to the desired comfort level All comfort settings are auto matic even Hi and Low
133. fuel is added A warning chime will sound when the light comes on 3 Low Oil Pressure Light S271 This light indicates low engine oil pressure The light should come on briefly as a bulb check when the engine is first started If the light stays on or comes on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine DO NOT operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not show how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 113 4 TRAC ON OFF Lights The Traction Control On light TRAC ON will come on momentarily as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light does not come on have the bulb replaced The TRAC ON light will also come on when the system is controlling traction The Traction Control Off light TRAC OFF will come on momentarily as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light does not come on have the bulb checked The TRAC OFF light will come on when the Traction Control switch has been used to turn the system off 5 Trunk Ajar Light mj This light indicates that the trunk is not latched 6 Tachometer Measures engine revolutions per minute R P M The red numbers at the end on the scale show the maximum permissible R P M Ease off on the accelerator before reaching the red area 114 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7 Turn Signal Indicators The arrow wil
134. g fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I M station b The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD system is ready and you can proceed to the I M station 200 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M If your OBD system is not ready you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD system is ready or not ready if the MIL symbol is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on with the engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopar parts for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in sure the designed performance Damage or failures caused by the use of non Mopar parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer s warranty DEALER SERVICE Your dealer has the qualified service personnel
135. g procedure should be repeated ee STARTING AND OPERATING 157 CAUTION After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up ENGINE BLOCK HEATER Optional U S and Standard Canada These heaters use a common power cord which is stored under the hood behind the Air Cleaner housing Plug the cord into any 110 volt AC outlet and both heaters will be energized Use the heaters when temperatures below 0 F 18 C are expected to last for several days AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Brake Transmission Interlock This interlock system prevents you from moving the gear selector out of the Park position unless the brake pedal is pressed This system is active only while the key is in the RUN position Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed e Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop e Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed e Do not shift from REVERSE PARK or NEUTRAL into any forward gear when the engine is above idle speed e Before shifting into any gear make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal The electronically controlled transaxle provides a precise shift schedule The transaxle electronics are self calibrating Therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop w
136. gine Oil Filters are high quality oil filters and are recommended Drive Belts Check Condition and Tension At the mileage shown in the maintenance schedules check all drive belts for condition and proper tension Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure Inspect the drive belts for evidence of cuts cracks or glazing and replace them if there is any sign of damage which could result in belt failure If adjustment is re quired adjust the belts according to the specifications and procedures shown in the Service Manual Special tools are required to properly measure tension and to restore belt tension to factory specifications Also check belt routing to make sure there is no interference between the belts and other engine components Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor mance and emission control New plugs should be in stalled at the mileage specified in the appropriate main tenance chart The entire set should be replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug Check the specifications section for the proper type of spark plug for use in your vehicle 206 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Engine Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions replace the air filter at the intervals shown on Schedule A If however you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or severe con ditions the filter element should be inspected periodi cally and replaced if nec
137. have been programmed to the vehicle electronics 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE es If the Sentry Key Immobilizer System indicator light comes on during normal vehicle operation it has been running for longer than 10 seconds a fault has been detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible NOTE e The Sentry Immobilizer System is not compatible with remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection Mobil SpeedPass additional sentry keys or any other transponder equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a key related transponder fault unless the additional part is physically held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle Cell phones pagers or other RF Elec tronics will also not cause interference with this system The Theft Alarm Light located on top of the instrument panel will illuminate for about 3 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned to the On position If the vehicle electronics do not receive a valid signal from the ignition key the theft alarm light will flash continuously to signal that the vehicle has been immobilized If the Theft Alarm Light remains On during vehicle operation it indicates a fault in the system electronics Important Note about Service A four digit PIN is needed to service the Sentry Key Immobilizer System This number ca
138. he air inside the vehicle when the interior is very warm This will provide maximum cooling The system will also occa sionally return to REC on hot humid days to maintain occupant comfort See Operating Tips chart at the end of this section for suggested control settings in different weather conditions Side Window Demisters Side window demisters are located on the instrument panel These non adjustable outlets direct air toward the side windows in any mode except Panel or Panel Recir culation The air is directed toward the area of the side windows through which you view the outside rearview mirrors Rear Seat Air Outlets The center console on vehicles with bucket seats has upper and lower outlets located on the rear of the console Air is directed through the outlets in all Modes A control can be used to direct the flow of air to either the upper or lower outlets On vehicles with 50 50 bench seats air is routed under the seats UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 Operating Tips WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS HOT WEATHER Open the windows start the vehicle set the Mode control to Panel or Bi Level AND VEHICLE INTERIOR IS zi and turn on A C Set the Fan control to the High position full clockwise VERY HOT Set the temperature control to full cool After the hot air is flushed from the vehicle a set the Mode control to Recirculate with A C on and roll up the windows O Once you are comfortabl
139. he automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60 000 miles 96 000 km if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C Stop and go driving Extensive engine idling Driving in dusty conditions Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 2 km More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing e Taxi police or delivery service commercial ser vices e Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 244 SCHEDULE B ME Miles 3 000 6 000 9 000 12 000 15 000 18 000 Kilometers 5 000 10000 14000 19 000 24000 29 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re X X X X X quired Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and X X rotors Adjust the drive belt tension X M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 nn SCHEDUL
140. he wheels too fast e Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front with sling type towing equipment Damage to the front fascia will result may lead to transmission overheating and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph 48 km h Always use wheel lift equipment when towing from the front The only other approved method TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE of towing is with a flat bed truck Only two ways of towing are approved front towing and Do not tow the vehicle from the rear Damage to flat bed towing the rear sheet metal and fascia will occur Do not push or tow this vehicle with another vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans axle may result If damage to the vehicle prevents towing from the front move the vehicle onto a flat bed tow truck Information Provided by DEALER MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ONIS I TP 197 ll Onboard Diagnostic System OBD II 198 E Emissions Inspection And Maintenance PrOgrams skiacaeeg mec bx d nec bx GE 199 Bl Replacement Parts 0 008 200 B Dealer Service rei 0 0 eee ee 200 Maintenance Procedures 201 Engine Oil iik doe ex a hehe ra ee ees 201 Chassis Lubrication 00 210 Drive Shaft Universal Joints 211 Body Lubrication sesei rentona 211 Windshield Wiper Blades 212 Win
141. held transmitter refer to the Rolling Code Paragraph or call toll free for customer assistance at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Rolling Code Programming NOTE If your hand held transmitter appears to pro gram the Universal Transceiver but your garage door or other device does not operate and your device was manufactured after 1996 your garage door opener or other device may have a Rolling Code system 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se On garage door openers with the Rolling Code feature the transmitter code changes after each use to prevent the copying of your code To check if your device is protected by a Rolling Code system e Check the owner s manual for the device for mention of Rolling Codes Press and hold the programmed button on the Univer sal Transceiver If the Universal Transceiver indicator light flashes rapidly and then stays on after 2 seconds the device has the Rolling Code feature To train a garage door opener or other rolling code equipped devices with the rolling code feature follow these instructions after completing the Programming portion of this text NOTE The assistance of a second person may make the following programming procedure quicker and easier 1 Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener manufacturer If y
142. ho are older than one year These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH anchor age system See the LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Section The belt positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs 18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seat back they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the lap shoulder belt in the rear seat e Make sure that the child is upright in the seat e The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 e Check belt fit periodically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt behind their back or under their arm LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CH ildren Your vehicle s rear seat is equipped with the
143. how in the display window Select the 1 5 button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Time Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired opera tion 134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M NOTE Changes or modifications not expressively ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CD Player Operation NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or A
144. hrough the tracks until the button is re leased Mode Button Press this button to toggle between radio and cd modes Program Button 1 Press this button to play the next available disc Program Button 4 Random Play Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the current compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace The CD changer stays in the random play mode when changing to the next disc NOTE The changer will not random play between discs Press the top of the Seek button once to move to the next randomly selected track Press the bottom of the Seek button to go back to the beginning of the track Press button 4 a second time to stop random play Program Button 5 Press this button to play the previous disc Time Button Press this button to switch between time of day and CD track time Changing Modes While in the radio mode if a cassette is loaded press the Mode button to switch to the tape mode If a CD is loaded press the Mode button to select the CD mode If neither a tape nor CD is loaded the radio will ignore the command e Inserting either a tape or CD automatically starts that mode of play 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se e Pressing the AM FM button while in the tape or CD mode will select the radio mode e If in the CD mode and the last CD is ejected the radio will tune to the last station selected
145. ibration of the brake pedal may be felt and associated system noises may be heard WARNING Pumping of the brake pedal will diminish the effec tiveness of Anti lock brakes and may lead to an accident Pumping makes the stopping distance longer Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop POWER STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted steering as standard equipment The power assisted steering system of your vehicle provides mechanical steering capability in the event power assist is lost If for some reason the hydraulic pressure is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these conditions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort TRACTION CONTROL The Traction Control System reduces wheel slip and maintains traction at the driving front wheels The system reduces wheel slip by engaging the brake on the wheel that is losing traction while spinning The traction system operates at speeds below 35 mph 56 km h The system is always in the stand by mode unless e The Traction Control switch has been used to turn the system off e There is a Anti Lock Brake System malfunction e There is a Traction Control System malfunction 164 STARTING AND OPERATING Se e The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to the brake system due to overheated brake tempera tures NOTE Extended heavy use of Traction Control may caus
146. ild restraint and attach the tether strap to the anchorage being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint If your vehicle is equipped with adjust able rear head restraints raise the head restraint and where possible route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts If not possible lower the head restraint and route the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint Finally tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat removing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer s instruc tions E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belts The passenger seat belts are equipped with cinching latch plates which are designed to keep the lap portion of the lap shoulder belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip Pull up on the shoulder portion of the lap shoulder belt to tighten the belt The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight however any seat belt system will loosen with time so ch
147. ill automatically reengage and the tape will resume play Noise Reduction The Dolby Noise Reduction System is on whenever the tape player is on but may be switched off To turn off the Dolby Noise reduction System Press the Dolby button button 2 after you insert the tape The NR light in the display will go off when the Dolby System is off The Dolby System is automatically reactivated each time a tape is inserted Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Labo ratories Licensing Corporation Operating Instructions CD Player NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the volume control ON before the CD player will operate Inserting The Compact Disc The CD player contained within the radio is not a multi disc changer and will only accept one CD Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player If the volume control is ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track one es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125 NOTE e You may eject a disc with the radio OFF The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to insert a disc with the radio OFF e If you insert a d
148. ill signal for up to 18 minutes For the first 3 minutes the horn will sound and the foglights park and tail lights and the SET light will flash The horn will stop and if the source of the trigger is still present the lights will continue to flash for another 15 minutes NOTE The engine will not start until you disarm the system 80b31153 e Remove and replace the batteries Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbing alcohol 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 80b31f52 3 The SET light on the top of the instrument panel will flash rapidly for 16 seconds This shows that the system is arming If the light comes on but does not flash the system is still armed but there is a problem in the trunk circuit After 16 seconds the SET light will continue to flash slowly This shows that the system is fully armed To disarm the system Unlock a front door using either the key or the Keyless Entry Transmitter Tamper Alert If the horn sounds 3 times when you unlock a front door using either a key or the Keyless Entry Transmitter the alarm had been triggered Check the vehicle for tamper ing
149. imensions and performance charac teristics resulting in changes to steering han dling and braking of your vehicle This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension components You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire size listed on your vehicle s tire label located on the driver s door Using a smaller tire could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control Overloading your tires is dangerous Like under inflation overloading can cause tire failure Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle and never overload them es STARTING AND OPERATING 173 CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read ings Check with your dealer before replacing tires with a different size Tire Rotation Recommendations Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat terns These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of
150. ing assigned by the tire s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements in Addition to These Grades Treadwear 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 For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction Grades The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C and they represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con crete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor mance WARNING The traction grade is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning performance 264 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE M 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 dissipa
151. ip Computer o esana cita toda as aasi 98 MITOS giaro sea aee dem dps Bee oe 54 Automatic Dimming 0005 54 Electric Remote eee 55 Outside itu PHS OA OS BS CIE UA TMERES 56 RearvieWwW x Laos a poetae eR ERREUR CR mes 54 Vanity exea bx aer xe a mea aaa Ce y He 57 Monitor Tire Pressure System 89 166 Mopar Parts 4 sos Rep ERR 200 259 Multi Function Control Lever 68 Navigation System llle 136 Occupant Restraints 0 0 eee ee eee 27 Odometer iiia ku he oe ae Y 116 AMP ue ege oe deal eddie eens 116 Oil Engine exigen SUP Ree des SOR t 201 Change Interval llle 202 Checking exe Remy eda ads 201 Dipstck delete EE ERIPITEGems 201 Disposal seers ea mem een 205 Filter oSv an exces erwarten perte arte mes 205 Identification Logo saras erasia seses oeie 204 Materials Added to onanan nannaa 204 Quality acna keea E ate Pel E eus 204 Recommendation eee 203 SYMthetie aac ede E Madea ame Rade 204 Onboard Diagnostic System 198 199 Opener Garage Door 0000005 75 80 Operator Manuals se exe m Ys 4 Overhead Console ls 74 102 Overhead Travel Information Center 102 Overheating Engine llle 182 Owner s Manual lessen 4 261 Paint Cate x9 re or ee ee a nea 223 Paint Damage 6 taniga 223 Panic Alarm wwe eii r ey OR aoe a 20 Parking Brake 1 12
152. ire and install the spare tire LIFT AREAS ON BOTH ROCKER PANELS JACK POSITION 80b27c1a 6 Remove the lug nuts wheel cover if equipped and tire Remove the cover by hand do not pry off COVER SPARE TIRE RETAINER 4 COVER COVER SPARE TIRE SUPPORT f TIE DOWN IF EQUIPPED SPARE TIRE VALVE STEM UP IF EQUIPPED WING NUT PLASTIC WRENCH AND JACK MOUNTING BOLT ASSEMBLY TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM WHEEL RETRAIN SUPPORT S MAGNET COMPACT IF SPARE EQUIPPED ONLY 80d21124 E 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 hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 7 Mount the spare tire For vehicles equipped with wheel covers see the wheel cover installation instruc tions Do not attempt to install a wheel cover on a WARNING compact spare pact sp A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or 8 Tighten all the lug nuts on the mounting studs hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in 9 Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack the places provided handle counterclockwise
153. irst learning the control functions the user should set the controls as shown in the following list Tone Controls As illustrated Speaker Control Centered Power Button The volume control power button pops out when pressed this turns the sound system ON in the mode last used Pushing the button back in turns the sound system OFF Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played For your convenience the volume can be turned down but not up when the audio system is off and the ignition is ON Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding the button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency If the button is pushed and held the radio will continue to tune until the button is released The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pushed To Set The Push Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to co
154. isc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the display will show the time of day If you insert a disc with the ignition OFF the display will show the time of day for about 5 seconds then go out Seek Button Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection EJT CD Eject Button Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal The unit will switch to the radio mode If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds it will be reloaded The radio mode will continue to appear The disc can be ejected with the radio OFF FF TUNE RW Button Press FF Fast Forward once and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is pressed again or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner Program Button 4 Random Play Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press TUNE FF to fast forward through the tracks Press the FF button a second time to stop the fast forward feature If
155. ithin a few shift cycles 158 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Transaxle Reset Mode The transaxle is monitored for abnormal conditions If a condition is detected that could cause damage the trans axle automatically shifts into second gear The transaxle remains in second gear despite the forward gear selected Park P Reverse R and Neutral N will continue to operate This Reset feature allows the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for service without damaging the transaxle If the problem has been momentary the transaxle can be reset to regain all forward gears e Stop the vehicle and shift into PARK P e Turn the key to OFF then start the engine e Shift into D and resume driving NOTE Even if the transaxle can be reset we recom mend that you visit a dealer at your earliest possible convenience Your dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur If the transaxle cannot be reset dealer service is required Gear Ranges P Park NOTE If the key is in the RUN position you must press the brake pedal to shift out of the P Park position Supplements the parking brake by locking the transaxle Engine can be started in this range Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion Apply parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range R Reverse Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop N Neutral The engine may be started in this ra
156. k at 1 800 355 3515 for safety information or assistance or on the internet at www homelink com moving door or gate can cause serious injury or death to people and pets or damage to objects 1 Turn off the engine WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run the vehicle s engine while programming the universal transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 80bce911 3 Choose one of the three universal transceiver buttons to program Place the hand held controller at the lower left corner of the display and approximately 1 to 3 inches away from the surface of the universal transceiver keep ing the display in view 80b77044 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 The display on the universal transmitter will show TRAIN ING When the display indicates TRAINED release both buttons Your universal transceiver is now programmed After a button has been trained it will display TRANS MIT when pressed es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 1 to 3 INCHES 80bce912 5 To program th
157. k and replace if necessary the PCV X S valve 8 M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 252 SCHEDULE A NENNEN or 100 000 miles Miles 78 000 84 000 90 000 96 000 102 000 Kilometers 125 000 134000 144 000 154 000 163 000 Months 78 84 90 96 102 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re X X X X quired Replace the air cleaner filter X Adjust the drive belt tension X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X Replace the spark plugs X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve T X Replace the engine timing belt Federal Emissions X equipped vehicles only Replace the engine timing belt California Emis X sions equipped vehicles only Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months X This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty ceipts i This maintenance is not required if previously replaced Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re a 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 yo
158. ke another selection Holding the button in will by pass stations without stopping until you release it Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency If you press and hold the button the radio will continue to tune until you release the button The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pressed Balance The Balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Press the BAL button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Fade The Fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 Bass and Treble Tone Control The tone controls consist of 2 separate bands The bass band is on the left and the treble band is on the right Each band is adjusted by a slider control with a detent at the mid position Moving the control up or down in creases or decreases amplification of that band The mid position provides a flat frequency response AM FM Selection Press the AM FM button to change from AM to FM The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency The display will show ST when a stereo station is received To Set The Radio Push Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push button memory press the SET button SET 1 will s
159. ke or the gear selector Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake failure and an accident BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with power brakes as standard equipment In the event you lose power assist for any reason for example repeated brake applications with the engine off the brakes will still function The effort required to brake the vehicle will be substantially in creased over that required with the power system oper ating If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa bility the remaining system will still function with some loss of overall braking effectiveness This will be evident by increased pedal travel during application greater pedal force required to slow or stop and activation of the Brake Warning Lamp during brake use es STARTING AND OPERATING 163 Anti Lock Brake System ABS The ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions The system automatically pumps the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock up All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the ABS computer However the system will compensate when the compact spare is in use During stops where ABS is activated a v
160. l flash in unison with the exterior turn signal when using the turn signal lever 8 High Beam Indicator This light shows that the headlights are on high m beam Pull the turn signal lever towards the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low beam 9 Seat Belt Reminder Light The light will come on after the ignition is A turned on The light will remain lit until the seat belt is fastened 10 Door Ajar Light fa This light shows that a door is not completely closed A warning chime will sound if the vehicle is moving with a door partially closed 11 Speedometer Shows vehicle speed in miles per hour or kilometers per hour 12 Low Washer Fluid Light S This symbol will light whenever the fluid reser voir is less than 1 4 filled Adding washer fluid will cause the light to go out the next time the ignition is cycled A warning chime will sound when the light comes on 13 Cruise Speed Control Light This light shows that the Speed Control System is ON 14 Temperature Light E This light warns of an overheated engine cool 9 ant condition A warning chime will sound when the light comes on 15 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge E The temperature gauge shows engine coolant CUR temperature Any reading within the 5 gauge marks between Hot and Cold shows that the engine cooling system is operating properly The gauge pointer may show a higher than normal tem perature when driving in hot weather u
161. lack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s instruc tions WARNING An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS The engine in your new vehicle does not require a long break in period Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided The crankcase oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with expected climate con ditions under which vehicle operations will occur The recommended viscosity and quality grades are in Section 7 of this manual Do not u
162. le solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm 226 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M CAUTION The use of vinyl leather or plastic protectants may cause excessive gloss and or discoloration of interior trim parts Leather Seat Care and Cleaning Leather is best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather surface and should be removed immediately with a damp cloth Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar Total Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking the leather with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean the leather Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition Wooden Steering Wheel Care If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with a wood steering wheel it is finished with a clear topcoat Please take care to avoid scratching the surface with sharp or abrasive materials Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output avoid wiping with a
163. ll appear in the display between each channel change Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search NOTE Channels that may contain objectionable con tent can be blocked Contact Sirius Customer Care at 888 539 7474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblocking Please have your ESN SID information available es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 Storing and Selecting Pre Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre set stations you may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button memory These satellite channel pre set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre set memory stations Follow the memory pre set procedures that apply to your radio Using the PTY Program Type Button if equipped Follow the PTY button instructions that apply to your radio PTY Button SCAN When the desired program type is obtained press the SCAN button within five seconds The radio will play 7 seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next channel of the selected program type Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search NOTE Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button while performing a music type scan will change the channel by one and stop the search Pressing a pre set memory button during a music type scan will call up the memory channel and stop the search PTY Button SEEK When the desired program is obtained press the SCAN button within five seconds The channel will change to
164. ltaneously for 3 seconds All twelve ESN SID num bers will be displayed The radio will exit the ESN SID mode when any other button is pushed the ignition is turned OFF or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed 138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M Selecting Satellite Mode in RBB and RBK Radios Press the MODE button repeatedly until S A appears in the display A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode Selecting Satellite Mode in RBP RBU RAZ and RBQ Radios Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word SIRIUS appears in the display These radios will also display the following e After 3 seconds the current channel name and channel number will be displayed for 5 seconds e The current program type and channel number will then be displayed for 5 seconds e The current channel number will then be displayed until an action occurs A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode Selecting a Channel Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for the next channel Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the button to search down Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released Press and release the SCAN button if equipped to automatically change channels every 7 seconds The radio will pause on each channel for 7 seconds before moving on to the next channel The word SCAN wi
165. matic transmission fluid and filter should be changed as follows Maintenance schedule A No change necessary Maintenance schedule B Every 60 000 miles 96 000 km change fluid and filter under the following condi tions e Police taxi limousine commercial type operation or trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation NOTE Refer to Section 8 of this manual for mainte nance schedules If the transaxle is disassembled for any reason the fluid and filter should be changed Special Additives The manufacturer recommends against the addition of any fluid additives to the transaxle The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks The use of transmission sealers should be avoided as they may adversely affect seals Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo graphic locations and usage Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle Outside parking which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and under body protection
166. mation Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features Retrain Tire Sensors for more information It is necessary to program the EVIC with the new sensor s or the new position of each sensor as it is rotated to a different corner of the vehicle If a wheel rotation is not followed by the retrain proce dure the system will not properly inform you of the correct vehicle location of a low or high tire pressure The retraining procedure requires the use of a training magnet which is located in the left rear corner of the spare tire well under the spare tire cover in the trunk 168 STARTING AND OPERATING Se WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could CAUTION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al ways reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the wheel rim sensor cause them to fail You could have a serious accident Don t drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capac ity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h WARNING Death or serious injury can occur if magnetically sensitive devices are exposed to this magnet Mag nets can affect pacemakers High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits Where speed limits or condi tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds correct tire inflation
167. med to the button This procedure will not affect any other programmed buttons Operation To operate simply press the desired universal transceiver button The display shows that the appropriate channel signal is being transmitted and the programmed device should operate For convenience the hand held transmit ter of the device may also be used at any time NOTE If your hand held transmitter appears to pro gram the universal transceiver but your garage door does not open and your opener was manufactured after 1995 your garage door opener may have a multiple security code system rolling code system Multiple Security Code Systems Rolling Code System On garage door openers with a multiple code feature rolling code the garage door opener transmitter code changes after each use to prevent the copying of your code Multiple security code rolling code garage door openers and other devices which are code protected and manufactured after 1995 may be determined by the following e Reference the device s owner s manual for verification e The hand held transmitter appears to program the universal transceiver but does not activate the device To program a garage door opener with the multiple security code rolling code feature follow these steps The aid of a second person may make the following programming procedures quicker 1 Program your hand held transmitter to the universal transceiver by following the pr
168. meets all applicable Safety chorage System section for greater explanation Standards We also recommend that you try a child e Rearward facing child seats must NEVER be used in restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger before you buy it airbag An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M e The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint If you install the restraint improperly it may not work when you need it Buckle the child into the seat according to the seat manufacturer s directions e When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle Do not leave it loose in the vehicle In a sudden stop or collision it could strike the occupants or seat backs and cause serious personal injury NOTE For additional information refer to www seatcheck org or call 1 866 85EATCHECK Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh more than 20 Ibs 9 kg and who are older than one year can ride forward facing in the vehicle Forward facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward facing direction are for children who weigh 20 to 40 Ibs 9 to 18 kg and w
169. mes ending up in the OFF position 3 Press upward on the power door unlock switch to unlock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming Remote Keyless Entry This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and unlock the trunk from distances up to 40 feet 12 meters using a transmitter You don t have to point the transmit ter at the vehicle to activate the system 80b31f52 ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To unlock the doors Press and release the unlock button on the transmitter NOTE The system may be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first press of the Unlock button To toggle between the first press unlock of driver s door to unlock of all doors perform the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Unlock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Lock button 3 Release both buttons Enable Disable Lamp Flash The Lamp Flash can be enabled or disabled by perform ing the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Lock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Trunk button 3 Release both buttons To lock the doors Press and release the LOCK button to lock all doors The horn will chirp once and the park and tail lights will flash to acknowledge the signal E
170. mirror will give a much wider view to the rear and especially of the lane next to your vehicle WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in this convex mirror Mirror Tilt in Reverse This feature will tilt the driver s exterior mirror down ward to improve visibility of the rear wheel area when the vehicle is placed in reverse Once reverse is disen gaged the driver s exterior mirror will return to it s original position This feature can be turned on or off by performing the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Set button 2 Move the horizontal seat switch forward 3 Release the Set button and the horizontal seat switch es 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 To use the mirror rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward The lamps turn on automatically Closing the mirror cover turns off the lamps SEATS Power Seats
171. mmit to push button memory press the SET button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the 1 5 button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push button memory 128 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Balance The balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Press the BAL button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Fade The fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Bass and Treble Tone Control The tone controls consist of 2 separate bands The bass band is on the left and the treble band is on the right Each band is adjusted by a slider control with a detent at the mid position
172. modes Air Direction Buttons Mode These buttons allow you to select from five air distribu tion patterns These buttons should be used only when you can not achieve comfort or visibility in Auto opera tion A symbol in the display window will show which mode is operating Panel gt Air is directed through the outlets in the instru ment panel These outlets can be adjusted to direct air flow This mode is not recommended when heat is required Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a lesser amount through the Defrost and side window demist outlets This mode is recommended when heat is desired Mix Pe Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window demist outlets Use this setting in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at the windshield This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield The compressor is on in this mode Bi Level Air is directed through both the panel and floor outlets This mode is not recommended when heat is required in very cold temperatures NOTE There is a varying difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort The warmer air goes to the floor outlets This feature provides improved comfort during sunny but cool con ditions Windshield Defrost w Air is directed through the defrost outlets and side window demist outlets A small amount of air also is directed thro
173. mstances should oil change intervals exceed 6000 miles 10 000 km or 6 months whichever comes first CAUTION Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure This could dam age your engine Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions we only recommend en gine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Use Mo par or an equipvalent oil meeting the specification MS 6395 204 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS 6395 NOTE SAE 10W 30 engine oil is preferred for use in 3 5L Engines within the operating temperatures shown in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 Engine Oil is allowed for use in the 3 5L Engine during cold weather only to improve cold weather starting Engine Oil Viscosity Chart The proper SAE viscosity grade of engine oil should be selected based on the following recommendation and be within the operating temperature shown in the engine oil viscosity chart ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY CHART 1 I I 10W 30 Preferred
174. n be obtained by the dealership However this number can also be found on your customer invoice that you were given upon receipt of your vehicle YOU MUST BRING ALL SENTRY KEYS that are programmed to your vehicle with you when bringing your vehicle in for service Replacement Keys NOTE Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle it can not be programmed to any other vehicle At the time of purchase the original owner is provided with a four digit PIN number This number is required for dealer replacement of keys Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the es THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Customer Key Programming procedure This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics A blank key is one which has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key System serviced bring all vehicle keys to the dealer Customer Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid keys by doing the following 1 Insert the first valid key into the ignition and turn the ignition On for at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds Turn the ignition Off and remove the first key 2 Insert the second valid key and switch the ignition On within 15 seconds After ten seconds a chime will sound and the Theft Alarm Light will begin
175. n factory equipped tires and may not match the maximum vehicle speed Do not use tires or wheels other than the size recommended by the manufacturer for this vehicle TREAD WEAR INDICATOR If you need snow tires select tires equivalent in size and load rating to the original equipment tires Refer to the tire pressure label for inflation pressure 172 STARTING AND OPERATING M These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 inch 2 mm When the indicators appear in 2 or more adjacent grooves the tire should be replaced Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct inflation pressure The manufacturer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in size quality and performance when replace ment is needed see the paragraph on tread wear indica tors Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety handling and ride of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your original equipment dealer on any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability WARNING e Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combina tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension d
176. n the over gauge while adjusting the pressure in your tires head console mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit There will be a delay between the instant you adjust the air pressure in a tire and when the system updates the display NOTE The TPM system can inform you about a low or high tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance The TPM system is not in tended to provide you with notification of rapid pressure loss 1 If any tire pressure has exceeded the low or high pressure refer to Starting and Operating Tires Sec i tion the TPM system will display a message in the The tire pressure is shown in the Electronic Vehicle EVIC and sound a chime It will then go into the tire Information Center EVIC display The TPM system pressure display screen and flash the pressure value of remains active even if it is not displayed in the EVIC the tire that is low or high This will be displayed for the rest of the ignition cycle or until either the C T MENU STEP or RESET button is pressed 80d2b5c3 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se NOTE This display will return 60 seconds after either the C T MENU STEP or RESET button is pressed If a tire is low or high you should correct your tire inflation pressure as soon as possible and inspect all of your tires Refer to Starting and Operating Tires Section Tire Inflation Pressures for more details
177. nable Disable Horn chirp The horn chirp feature can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Lock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Unlock button 3 Release both buttons NOTE To enable disable the Lamp Flash see proce dure described above To unlock the trunk Press and hold the trunk button on the transmitter to unlatch the trunk 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M Enable Disable Trunk Press and Hold The transmitter can be programmed to unlatch the trunk immediately upon activation of the Trunk button with out pressing and holding by performing the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Unlock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Trunk button 3 Release both buttons Panic Alarm The panic alarm unlocks the driver s door turns on the interior lights flashes the foglights and sounds the horn for about 3 minutes or until the alarm is turned off The vehicle can be driven while in the Panic mode To Use The Panic Alarm Press and hold the Panic button to activate the alarm Press and hold the Panic button or unlock the door with the key to deactivate the alarm The alarm will also shut itself off after 3 minutes or when vehicle speed reaches 15 m p h 24 km h To
178. nalog Clock 118 Bi Electronic Digital Clock 0 0 118 Clock Setting Procedure 118 ll Radio General Information 118 Radio Broadcast Signals 118 Two Types Of Signals lessen 119 Electrical Disturbances 00 119 AM Reception iu adhere gag eich eae dees 119 FM Reception sesers cnno derten Ea 119 H Sales Code RAZ AM FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player And CD Player If Equipped i655 nexus ree Rs Operating Instructions Radio 119 Power Switch Volume Control 120 Seek Button Radio Mode 120 TUNNE ose cases s eg lesa Este deis 120 PTY Program Type Button 120 Balance Jussu sena eR GU pa E ER aE SS 121 Fade amp s amp ezesadaueea oy e y FER EE ee os 121 Tone Control 2 0 00 00 cee eee 122 AM FM Selection seen 122 108 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Scan Button ia cosa eg Re Ed 122 EJT CD Eject Button 0 000 125 To Set The Radio Push Button Memory 122 FF Tune RW Button 6 125 To Change From Clock To Radio Mode 122 Program Button 4 Random Play
179. nd Plastic Components 161 218 Selection of Coolant sss 215 Corrosion Protection cess 223 Courtesy Lights 00000 65 Crankcase Emission Control System 207 Cruise Light ecce 72 114 Cup Holder 22e Re 53 Customer Assistance sese 256 Daytime Brightness Interior Lights 65 Daytime Running Lights 68 Dealer Service 2 4 ex uy e eX ES 200 Defroster Windshield 48 149 Diagnostic System Onboard 115 198 Dimmer Switch Headlight 68 en INDEX 269 Disabled Vehicle Towing lesus 193 Disposal Anuee2e 2 op ew Aas Bee we ates eae 215 Engine Qil inu n due ire te de alle uen top ncs 205 Door Ajat i23 emn o dee e een 114 Door Ajar light i lese be tikas 114 Door LOCKS 2 5 eure Wie Hie wR Bh OO Res 14 15 Door Locks Automatic sees 16 Door Locks Central ssc 4682 86 00086054 80 15 Door Opener Garage sess 75 80 Drive Belts oc F ost doe tins ae ae S 205 Drive Shaft Universal Joints 211 Driver s Seat Glide Feature 58 Driving On Slippery Surfaces sess 191 With an Automatic Transaxle 157 With an Automatic Transmission 157 Electric Remote Mirrors sess 55 Electronic Speed Control 0 71 Electronic Vehicle Information Center 88 Emergency Flashers
180. nently lubricated and do not require periodic lubrication es MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 211 Drive Shaft Universal Joints Your vehicle has four constant velocity universal joints Periodic lubrication of these joints is not required How ever the joint boots should be inspected for external leakage or damage when other maintenance is per formed If leakage or damage is evident replace the universal joint boot and grease immediately Continued operation could result in failure of the univer sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of the grease This would require complete replacement of the joint assembly Body Lubrication Body and other operating mechanisms and linkages should be inspected cleaned and lubricated as required to maintain ease of operation and to provide protection against rust and wear Before the application of any lubricant the parts con cerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil or grease should be removed Hood Latch When performing other under hood services the hood latch release mechanism and safety catch should be inspected cleaned and lubricated It is important to maintain proper lubrication to insure that the hood mechanisms work properly and safely Multi Purpose Lubricant NLGI Grade 2 should be ap plied sparingly to all pivot and sliding contact areas External Lock Cylinders Lubricate the external lock cylinders twice a year prefer
181. nge Use this range for starting your vehicle if it is moving or is being towed D Overdrive This range should be used for most city and highway driving It provides smoothest up shifts and down shifts and best fuel economy ee STARTING AND OPERATING 159 When frequent transaxle shifting occurs when using the Overdrive range such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions in hilly terrain travel ing into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers use the AutoStick mode and select the 3 range AUTOSTICK Autostick is a driver interactive transmission that offers manual gear shifting capability to provide you with more control Autostick allows you to maximize engine brak ing eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts and improve overall vehicle performance This system can also provide you with more control during passing city driving cold slippery conditions mountain driving trailer towing and many other situations Autostick Operation The autostick position is just below the Overdrive posi tion When you place the shift lever in the AutoStick position it can be moved from side to side Moving the lever to the left triggers a downshift and to the right an upshift You can shift in or out of the autostick mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal If you choose the Overdrive mode the transmission will oper ate automatically shifting between the
182. nt Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction ice snow wet mud loose sand etc Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precau tions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy 2 Slow down if road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop NOTE If so equipped turn on the Traction Control System to accelerate on slippery surfaces FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control turn the system off before attempting to rock the vehicle If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud sand or snow it can often be moved by a rocking motion Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels Then shift back and forth between Reverse and Drive Usually the least accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels is most effective ee WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 193 CAUTION CAUTION Racing the engine or spinning t
183. ntry transmitter is used to unlock the door Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Tilt Mirrors Down When this feature is selected and the vehicle is placed in reverse the driver s exterior mirror will tilt downward to improve visibility of rear wheel area Once reverse is disengaged the driver s exterior mirror will return to it s original position Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select YES or NO Train Remote NOTE Asa safety feature successful training of at least one transmitter will erase all previously trained transmit ters When this feature is selected the driver can choose to train up to four remote keyless entry transmitters Press ing the STEP button when in this display will select YES or NO When YES is selected and the MENU button is pressed the EVIC will display PRESS RE MOTE LOCK amp UNLOCK THEN PRESS UNLOCK followed by a chime to indicate the training sequence can commence You have approximately 30 seconds to train up to four transmitters after each transmitter is trained a chime will sound indicating that the training was suc cessful If remote link to memory is YES the first transmitter trained will be associated with memory set ting 1 and the second transmitter trained will be associ ated with memory setting 2 Additional transmitters will n
184. o skip through the tracks in the desired direction until the button is released it will not stop at the beginning end of any track until you release the button Disc Program Button 5 Press the DISC button 5 button to play the previous 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 beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection Time Press the TIME button to switch between time of day and CD track time SALES CODE RB1 AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH DVD GPS NAVIGATION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED FM o 100 3 we 810774da The navigation system provides maps turn identifica tion selection menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destinations and routes Refer to your Naviga tion User Manual for detailed operating instructions es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 SATELLITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satel lite Radio This service offers up to 100 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcas
185. ocedures previously de scribed in this section If you have already completed this programming proceed to the next step 2 Locate the programming button on the garage door opener motor head unit The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener brand If there is difficulty locating the programming button reference the garage door opener owner s manual or contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com es 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 BUS ERU e The universal transceiver may not have been pro 4 Firmly press and release the programmed universal grammed correctly Try reprogramming transceiver button Press and release the universal trans The batteries in the hand held transmitter may be I ceiver button a second time to complete the program qs weak New batteries may be required in your hand ming process Some garage door openers may require you to do this procedure a third time to complete the Te Hanae programming Place the hand held transmitter at a different distance from the universal transceiver approximately 1 to 3 inches approximately 3 to 8 centimeters and repro gram Your garage door opener should now recognize your universal transceiver You may use either your universal
186. oling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure WARNING Do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci fied for your vehicle Personal injury or engine damage may result ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 217 Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate With the engine Off and cold the level of the coolant in the bottle should be between the MIN and MAX cold fill lines When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level it should be added to the coolant bottle Do not overfill Points to Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles of operation you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment This is normally a result of moisture from rain snow or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vaporized when the thermostat opens allowing hot water to enter the radiator If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate e Do not overfill the coolant bottle e Check coolant freeze point in the system e If frequent coolant additions are required or if the level in the recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks 218 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M
187. on of radio sig nals ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 119 Two Types of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals AM or Amplitude Modulation in which the transmitted sound causes the amplitude or height of the radio waves to vary and FM or Frequency Modulation in which the frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission They mainly affect the wave amplitude and thus remain a part of the AM reception They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the FM signal AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplitude so AM reception can be disrupted by such things as lightning power lines and neon signs FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia tions interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out leaving the reception relatively clear which is the major feature of FM radio NOTE On vehicles so equipped the radio steering wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD DVD changer if equipped will remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature SALES CODE RAZ AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD PLAYER au IF EQUIPPED Fes de CIP res H M t
188. onds when the ignition switch is first turned on The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second interval The light flickers or comes on and remains on while driving Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time babies and children too Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck led up in a rear seat According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat rather than the front WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a missile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child no matter how strong you are The child and others could be badly injured Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child s size There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt Always check the child seat owner s manual to ensure you have the right seat for your child Use the restraint that is correct for your child E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Infants and Child Restraints WARNING e Safety experts recommend that child
189. orage if so equipped is in its lowest position your dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough When it is not required remove the extender and store it ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use the extender when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating positions Remove and store the extender when not needed Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbag DRIVER AIRBAG PASSENGER AIRBAG KNEE BOLSTER 80b57435 This vehicle has front airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers If the vehicle is equipped with side airbags they are located inside the driver and front passenger seats and their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING e Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags ar
190. ot be associated with a memory setting When you have finished training the transmitters press the MENU but ton again and the EVIC will display TRAIN DONE x TRAINED Where x 1 2 3 or 4 If no transmitters are trained within approximately 30 seconds the EVIC will display TRAIN TIMEOUT Retrain Tire Sensors Available with TPM System Only WARNING Death or serious injury can occur if magnetically sensitive devices are exposed to this magnet Mag nets can affect pacemakers NOTE Ifa wheel rotation is not followed by the retrain procedure the system will not properly inform you of the correct vehicle location for a low or high pressure tire 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M When this feature is selected the TPM system will start the retraining procedure Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Then press Menu button to enter selection The following describes how to use this feature 1 Locate the training magnet under the spare tire cover shaped like a doughnut 2 Press the MENU button until RETRAIN TIRE SEN SORS is displayed 3 Press the STEP button to select YES to retrain the TPM sensor 4 Press the MENU button to enter selection 5 Display will read TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE NOTE There is a 60 second timer for training the first tire and a 30 second timer between training the remain ing tires If either of these timers expire
191. ou have difficulty in locating the training button check your garage door opener manual or call 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com 2 Press and hold the training button on the garage door opener head unit This will activate the training light NOTE After completing step 2 you have 30 seconds to start step 3 3 Return to the Universal Transceiver in the vehicle and firmly press and release the garage door button Press and release the button a second time to complete the training process Some garage door openers may require you to do this procedure a third time to complete the training Your garage door opener should now recognize your Universal Transceiver The remaining two buttons may now be programmed if this has not previously been done Refer to the Programming instructions You may use either your Universal Transceiver or your original hand held transmitter to open you garage door ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 Canadian Programming Gate Programming Canadian frequency laws and the technology of some entry gates require you to press and release the hand held transmitter button every two seconds during pro gramming Continue to press and hold the Universal Transceiver button while you press and release the hand held trans mitter button until the frequency signal has been learned The Universal Transceiver light will flash slowly and then rapidly when the programming is suc
192. ount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the compact spare installed WARNING Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only With the compact spare tire assembly installed on your vehicle do not exceed 50 mph 80 km Vehicle handling and braking performance will be reduced Also do not drive more than 50 mph 80 km with the compact spare installed Failure to follow compact spare tire warning may result in an accident and or fatal injury Temporary use spare tires have a total tread life of 2 000 miles 3 200 km Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control 170 STARTING AND OPERATING M Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 30 mph 48 km h See the paragraph on Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in section 6 of this manual 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 30 mph 48 km h when you are stuck And don t let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tire Chains Due to limited clearanc
193. p 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 d BRAKE 0 ON OFF To turn the Traction Control System On press the switch until the TRAC OFF light in the instrument cluster turns off SET NOTE Traction Control System comes on each time the ignition switch is turned On This will occur even if you used the switch to turn the Traction system off during the previous ignition cycle 80b27c07 72 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se To Activate Push the ON OFF button to turn the system ON The CRUISE light in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the system is ON inangn f A ul NOTE You must press the ON K OFF bation to activate the system each time the engine is started 80b6f058 WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed and the system is activated press and release the SET button Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pushing the CANCEL button or normal brake press
194. p Holders oor caw eee 53 Power Reclining Seats 00 58 Front Seat Cupholders 0 0 53 Driver s Seat Glide To Exit Feature 58 Cn Hook ao pix qo ERR CODI RA E 54 Lumbar Support oxevaasu rem Ropa acido e 59 B Mirrors eeeeennnnm 54 Heated Seats 2 1 2 0 eee eee ee 59 Adjusting The Inside Day Night Mirror 54 Memory Feature cose el eme ed ke dade 60 Automatic Dimming Mirror Feature 54 Programming The Remote Keyless Transmitter Heated Remote Control Mirrors 55 POE TE MAROT COURS eosdebet B Electric Remote Control Mirrors 55 Pead RAMS asesciitesor catt itbe eei ia Supplemental Indicators 300M Special Only 56 Folding Rear Seat 5er toda edad 62 Mirror Adjustment 0000 56 Mo Open pune Clone E OOU seietan m a Interior Lights 22120 REII t DR R5 64 aoo esee d guts 57 50 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se To Turn The Interior Lights On 64 Passing Light esse n 68 Battery Saver Feature Interior Lights 64 Windshield Wipers And Washers 69 Instrument Panel Lighting 65 Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wipers System 69 Front Map Reading Lights 65 W Tilt Steering Column
195. p mountain grades in heavy stop and go traffic or when towing a trailer ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 115 If the pointer rises to the H mark stop the vehicle and turn off the engine until the problem is corrected CAUTION Continuing to drive with an overheated engine cool ing system can cause damage to the engine or other components There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition If your air conditioning is on turn it off The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A C removes this heat You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat the Mode control to Floor and the Fan control to High This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system 16 Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic t system called OBD that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON position before engine start If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON have the condition checked promptly Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap or poor fuel quality may illuminate the light after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally
196. pears on the display when Music Search is in operation Music Search shuts off automati cally when a selection has been located Selective Music Search Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 7 selections Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection twice to move 2 selections etc Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Pressing the TUNE button up or down momentarily activates Fast Forward or Rewind and makes the direc tional arrows appear on the display To stop Fast Forward or Rewind press the TUNE button again Time Button Press the time button to toggle between station frequency and time of day Pressing this button while playing a cassette tape will change the side of the tape being played NR Noise Reduction Pushing the Number 2 Pre set button when a tape is playing deactivates the Dolby Noise Reduction System When Dolby is ON the NR symbol appears on the 130 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M display Each time a tape is inserted the Dolby will turn ON Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Labo ratories Licensing Corporation CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available through Mopar Accessories The fol lowing instructions are for the radio controls that operate
197. r comes on while driving turn off some of the vehicle s electrical devices such as the Fog Lights or Rear Defroster If the Charging System Light remains on it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system and should be serviced immedi ately See your local authorized dealer 21 Transmission Range Indicator This indicator illuminates to show the automatic trans mission gear selection 22 ABS Light S This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake system described elsewhere in this manual The yellow ABS light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and may stay on for several seconds If the ABS light does not come on have the system checked by an authorized dealer The warning light should be checked frequently to assure that it is operating properly If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required however the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the red BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti Lock brakes 23 Brake System Warning Light BRAKE The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capability if a failure occurs in a CD portion of the hydraulic system This light monitors both the brake fluid level and the parking brak
198. r rear collisions The airbag control module also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions These include all of the items listed above except the knee bolsters the instrument panel and the steering wheel and column If the key is in the OFF position in the ACC position or not in the ignition the airbags are not on and will not inflate e The airbag control module also turns on the AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 then turns the light off If it detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the light either momentarily or continuously WARNING Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument panel could mean you won t have the airbags to protect you in a collision If the light does not come on stays on after you start the vehicle or if it comes on as you drive have the airbag system checked right away e When the airbag control module detects an impact requiring the front airbags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the airbags The airbag covers separate and fold out of the way as the airbags inflate to their full size The airbags fully inflate in about 60 milliseconds This is only about half of the time it takes you to blink your eyes The airbags then quickly defla
199. re severe injuries in a collision The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly In some collisions the airbags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags Being too close to the steering wheel or instru ment panel during airbag deployment could cause serious injury Airbags need room to inflate Sit back comfort ably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel If the vehicle has side airbags they also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door Sit upright in the center of the seat 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following ACM Airbag Control Module AIRBAG Readiness Light Driver and Passenger Front Airbags Optional Driver and Passenger Side Airbags Steering Wheel and Column Instrument Panel Interconnecting Wiring Crash Sensors Knee Impact Bolsters The side airbag system on vehicles so equipped consists of the following AIRBAG Readiness Light Side Airbag in the Driver s Seat Side Airbag in the Passenger s Seat BAG e ACM Airbag Control Module e SIACM Side Impact Airbag Control Module e Interconnecting Wiring How the Frontal Airbag System Works e The front airbag control module determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate The airbag control module will not detect side roll over o
200. red to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and would result in unnecessary cost There fore you should not have to add anything to the fuel Sulfur in Gasoline If you live in the Northeast United States your vehicle may have been designed to meet California low emission standards with cleaner burning California reformulated gasoline with low sulfur If such fuels are not available in states adopting California emission standards your ve hicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting Federal specifications but emission control system performance may be adversely affected Gasoline sold outside of California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels which may affect the performance of the vehicle s catalytic converter This may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to illuminate The manufac turer recommends that you try a different brand of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to determine if the problem is fuel related prior to returning your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service CAUTION If the Malfunction Indicator Light is flashing imme diate service is required See the On Board Diagnos tics paragraph in the Maintenance section of this manual ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacem
201. reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts provide protection from that and they reduce the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time Lap Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with Lap Shoulder Belts The belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions This feature allows the shoul der part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions But in a collision the belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING e Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in an accident hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size E THINGS
202. ren ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 Ibs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats e A rearward facing infant restraint should only be used in a rear seat A rearward facing infant restraint in the front seat may be struck by a deploying passenger airbag which may cause se vere or fatal injury to the infant e The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 Ibs 9 kg Convertible child seats can be used either rearward facing or forward facing in the vehicle Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing direction than in fant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg but are less Here are Some tips on getting the most out of your child than one year old Both types of child restraints are held restraint in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH Before buying any restraint system make sure that it Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions ex actly when installing an infant or child restraint anchorage system See the LATCH Child Seat An has a label certifying that it
203. ren to operate the sun roof Sun Roof Maintenance Never allow fingers or other body parts or any object to project through the sun roof opening Injury may result Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED The electronic vehicle information center EVIC when the appropriate conditions exist displays the following messages and symbols Each message is accompanied by a series of beeps e TURN SIGNALS ON with graphic e PERFORM SERVICE e DOOR OPEN one or more with graphic e WASHER FLUID LOW with graphic 80b6b2d2 MEMORY SEAT DISABLED VEHICLE not in Park LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE LEFT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE RIGHT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE LEFT REAR HIGH PRESSURE RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE RIGHT REAR HIGH PRESSURE SPARE LOW PRESSURE SPARE HIGH PRESSURE TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE TIRE SENSOR BAD MISSING SPARE SWAP DETECTED REMOVE MAGNET FROM SPARE ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Tire Pressure Monitor System If Equipped AUTION The Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system uses wireless e technology to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors The TPM system is designed to monitor your tire pressure and will not function as a tire pressure tire pressure readings to a receiver located i
204. rigerant that does not deplete the ozone layer in the upper atmosphere the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be done by facilities using refrigerant recyling and recovery equipment that meets SAE standard J1991 210 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 During scheduled maintenance check the power steering fluid level at the power steering fluid reservoir Before removing the reservoir cap wipe the outside of the cap and reservoir so that no dirt can fall into the reservoir Fluid level should be maintained at the proper level indicated on the side of the reservoir If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level With a clean cloth wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces See your dealer or the Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts section in this manual for the correct power steering fluid for your vehicle iia res Chassis Lubrication Front Suspension Ball Joints Inspect these ball joints whenever your vehicle is ser viced They are permanently lubricated and do not require periodic lubrication Steering Linkage Inspect tie rod ends whenever the vehicle is serviced They are perma
205. rom the vehicle to wash them Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly FUSES The fuse block is behind the end cover at the left side of the instrument panel Pull the cover straight away from the instrument panel for access to the fuses SEN Fuse Block Relays The location and identification of fuse block relays can be found on the inside of the instrument panel end cover 228 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M CAUTION When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The Underhood Fuses A Power Distribution center is located in the engine compartment This center contains fuses and relays for circuits that operate only under the hood A label which identifies these components is located on the underside of the cover use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected Interior Fuses Cavity Fuse Circuits 1 10 Amp Transmission Controller Gauges Red Autostick 2 10Amp Right High Beam Headlight Red 3 10Amp Left High Beam Headlight Red 4 10Amp Radio CD Player Red 5 10 Amp Washer Motor Red 6 15 Amp Power Outlet Lt Blue ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 229 Cavity Fuse Circuits Cavity Fuse Circuits
206. rts section for correct fluid type 222 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the automatic transaxle should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced Operation with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transaxle and of the fluid Procedure For Checking Fluid Level To properly check the automatic transaxle fluid level the following procedure must be used e The vehicle must be on level ground The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a minimum of 60 seconds Fully apply parking brake Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear position ending with the lever in P PARK Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated Remove dipstick and note reading If the fluid is hot 180 F 82 C the reading should be in the cross hatched area marked HOT between the upper two holes in the dipstick If the fluid is cold 80 F 27 C the reading should be in the cross hatched area marked COLD between the lower two holes in the dipstick If the fluid level shows low add sufficient transmis sion fluid to bring to the proper level es MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 223 CAUTION Do not overfill Dirt and water in the transaxle can cause serious damage To prevent dirt and water from entering the transaxle after checking or replen ishing fluid make certain that the dipstick cap is seated properly Fluid and Filter Changes Auto
207. s e Excessive vibration e Disc inserted upside down e Damaged disc e Water condensation on optics Radio Display Messages Your radio has been designed to display certain messages when a problem is detected with the CD player UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 131 DISPLAY EXPLANATION WHAT TO DO See your dealer for service See your dealer for service See your dealer for service Check that magazine is OK if not see your dealer for service El eer cy MN No discs in magazine SEEK TRACK ROM Ll MEG wa qd b1 OV Load discs in magazine jeneo Oe AM gr op 0 82 OA Player overheating iiser CI mM No e cR aq SEEK TRACK rom I ILI Li 70 OV Allow to cool down 132 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RBK AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS OGE eE E d o Radio Operation DISCA 1 80e571f6 Power Volume Control Press the ON VOL control to turn the radio on Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume NOTE Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you ma
208. s The primary power outlet is located in the forward portion of the center console and in the lower center of the instrument panel Accessories powered through this outlet are protected by a 15 amp fuse The outlet may be converted to a cigar lighter by installing the dealer obtained smoker s package The outlet is operated by the ignition switch when in the on run or acc positions only You may convert the outlet from ignition to battery power by performing the following e Remove the fuse cover from the left end of the instrument panel see the paragraph on fuses in sec tion 7 of this manual e Remove fuse 6 its on the upper right of the fuse block from its IGN position 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M e Move the fuse slightly right and insert it in the fuse 6 BAT location in the fuse block e 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 This power outlet is available for accessory power only and may not be converted to a cigar lighter The power outlet is powered continuously by the battery Accesso ries on this outlet are protected by a 15 amp fuse UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Bl Instruments And Controls 111 WM Instrument Cluster 0 00 112 Bl Instrument Cluster Description 113 H Setting The A
209. s Where time and mileage are listed follow the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark interval that occurs first e Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6000 miles 10 000 km or 6 months whichever comes first M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 242 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Se Once a Month Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir brake master cylinder power steering and transaxle and add as needed Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for proper fit At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the brake hoses Inspect the CV joints and front and rear suspension components Check the automatic transmission fluid level Check the coolant level hoses and clamps Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on Schedule A 6 000 miles 10 000 km or every other interval shown on Schedule B 6 000 miles 10 000 km a SCHEDULE B 243 SCHEDULE B Follow schedule B if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions Change t
210. s display selects English Francaise Deutsch Italiano or Espanol As you continue the displayed information will be shown in the selected language 80b77042 US or Metric Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects US or Metric The overhead console and instrument panel displays will be in the selected units Auto Door Locks When this feature is selected all doors lock automatically when the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph 25 km h Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Auto Unlock On Exit Available Only When the AUTO DOOR LOCKS Feature is Turned On When this feature is selected all the vehicle s doors will unlock when the driver s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in P Park or N Neu tral position Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Remote Unlock Driver s Door 1st When this feature is selected only the driver s door will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock button and require a second press to unlock the remaining locked doors When REMOTE UNLOCK ALL DOORS is selected all of the doors will unlock at the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock button Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select DRIV ER S DOOR 1ST or ALL DOORS Remote Linked To Memory Available with Memory Seat Only
211. s equipped with an emergency release handle It is located on the inside of the trunk lid near the latch and is coated so that it glows in a darkened trunk Pull on the handle to open the trunk 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 If you will be carrying children too small for adult size belts your seat belts also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems Please pay close attention to the information in this section It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck led up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision which includes you This can happen far away from home or on your own street Research has shown that seat belts save lives And they can
212. se engine idle speed NOTE There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition If your air conditioner is on turn it off The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A C removes this heat You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat the Mode control to floor and en 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 You may want to call a service center if your CAUTION Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Section 7 Maintenance of this manual Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING the H turn the engine off immediately and call for service WARNING Getting under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack Never st
213. se non detergent or straight mineral oils A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles of operation This is a normal part of the break in and not an indication of a problem SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO follow the safety tips below e Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area e If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running adjust your heating or cooling con trols to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed e To avoid drawing exhaust gases into the vehicle close the trunk while driving However if for some reason it 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M must remain open close all windows Adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Safety belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc If there is
214. seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri cation or oil change Replace as required 214 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you Follow the above precautions to keep your exhaust system as safe as possible Cooling System WARNING e When working near the radiator cooling fan dis connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition key to the OFF position The fan is controlled by engine coolant temperature and Air Conditioning pressure It can start at any time the ignition key is in the ON position You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood don t open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot Coolant Checks Check coolant protection every 12 months before the onset of freezing weather where applicable If the cool ant is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 215 Check the front of the radiator and condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc Clean the radiator and condenser by gently spraying wat
215. special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 201 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 proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the maintenance service recommended by the engineers who designed your ve hicle Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance However if a malfunction of these items does occur it could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle s engine the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop 202 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The best time to check the oil level is about 5 min
216. ssing the top of the switch will Seek up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will Seek down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset push button Tape Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next selection on the cassette Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current selection or to the beginning of the previous selection if it is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second selection three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left hand switch has no function in this mode CD Player Single Disc in Radio Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left hand switch has no function in this mode CD Player 6 Disc CD Changer Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go
217. sure to inspect your tires for proper inflation pressure After you determine that your tires are properly inflated see your authorized dealer for service to diagnose the problem with the TPM system 5 If a road tire is replaced by the spare the TPM system will automatically detect that the tires have been switched after the ignition has been cycled and display SPARE SWAP DETECTED along with a chime This could take up to 10 minutes with vehicle speed above 25 mph 40 km h ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment For further assistance questions or comments about the Tire Pressure Monitor system please call 1 877 774 8473 Customer Programmable Features Press the MENU button until one of the display choices following appears 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Language When in this display you may select one of five lan guages for all display nomenclature including the trip computer functions Press the STEP button while in thi
218. sure will be too low The tire pressures shown on the tire label apply only to the tire sizes listed on the label Tire Pressure Monitor System If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPM monitors the pressure in all 4 road tires and the full size spare The TPM system uses wireless technology to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the overhead console The tire pres sure status is shown in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC display Pressure in the spare tire al though monitored is not displayed in the EVIC Refer to Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC for more informa tion The TPM system functions even when the EVIC is not set on the tire pressure display screen The TPM system informs you of a low or high tire pressure condition If this occurs correct your tire infla tion pressure as soon as possible and inspect all of your tires Be sure to use a high quality gauge when adjusting pressure The TPM system is designed to periodically monitor your tire pressure but cannot be expected to function as a tire pressure gauge There can be a delay between the instant you adjust the air pressure in a tire and when the system updates the display The TPM system is not intended to provide you with notification of rapid air loss The following char
219. t indicates the TPM system pressure levels A threshold is the level at which the TPM system provides you with an indication 300M 45 psi 310 kPa 300M Special 45 psi 310 kPa High Pressure Threshold Placard Pressure Low Pressure Threshold NOTE A TPM system does not replace normal tire maintenance 30 psi 207 kPa 24 psi 165 kPa 32 psi 220 kPa 26 psi 179 kPa es STARTING AND OPERATING 167 CAUTION The TPM system has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPM system pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable operation or sensor dam age may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style After market wheels can cause sensor damage Do not use tire sealant or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with TPM system as damage to the sensors may result Tire Pressure Monitor System Tire Wheel Rotation and Sensor Replacement If Equipped If a road tire and wheel is replaced by the spare the TPM system will detect the swap automatically after the ignition has been cycled and display SPARE SWAP DETECTED along with a chime This could take up to 10 minutes with vehicle speed above 25 mph 40 km h The tire pressure sensors must be retrained following a wheel rotation or sensor replacement Refer to Under standing The Features of Your Vehicle Electronic Vehicle Infor
220. tch has at least once been moved to the AUTO position the headlights will turn on when the wipers are turned on The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on in this way Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No NOTE Turning the headlights on during the daytime causes the instrument panel lights to dim To increase the brightness refer to Lights in this section Service Interval When this feature is selected a service interval between 2 000 3 200 km and 6 000 miles 9 600 km in 500 mile 800 km increments may be selected Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select distances between 2 000 3 200 km and 6 000 miles 9 600 km in 500 mile 800 km increments Reset Service Distance Displays Only if Service Interval was Changed When this feature is selected the current accumulated service distance can be reset to the newly selected service interval Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Easy Exit Seat When this feature is selected the driver s seat moves rearward two inches 55 mm or to the farthest rearward position if this distance is less than two inches 55 mm when the key is removed from the ignition switch so that the driver can more easily exit the vehicle The seat will return to the memorized seat location if REMOTE LINK TO MEMORY is set to YES when the remote keyless e
221. te heat when tested under controlled properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel speed underinflation or excessive loading either Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the separately or in combination can cause heat buildup tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive and possible tire failure temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passen ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law INDEX 266 INDEX aaa About Your Brakes less 162 163 ABS Anti Lock Brake System 116 Accident Damage 66s deve e n 225 Adding Engine Coolant Antifreeze 215 Adding Fuel 244254284 9x Re Oude thes 177 Air Conditioning sssessa terssi radenn is 146 Air Conditioning Controls 146 Air Conditioning Operating Tips 151 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 209 Air Conditioning System 209 Air Pressure Tires 0004 164 165 Airbag inae pean ceva ee Rees a eat 33 Airbag Deployment 36 37 Airbag Light 04 37 40 48 115 Airbag Maintenance 000000 39 Alarm System 2 4424 d RN E Rd Eee ede 23 Alignment an
222. te while helping to restrain the driver and right front passenger The driver s front airbag gas is vented towards the instru ment panel The passenger s front airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides of the airbag In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle e The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees and B position you for the best interaction with the airbags If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy when the airbag control module detects a moderate to severe frontal col lision to help restrain the driver and right front passen ger and then to immediately deflate NOTE A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags any or all of the following may occur e The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra sions and or skin reddening to the driver and right front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 d
223. ters can be resolved with this process e If for some reason you are still not satisfied talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership They want to know if you need assistance e f your dealership is unable to resolve the concern you may contact the Manufacturer s Customer Center Any communication to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information e Owner s name and address e Owner s telephone number home and office Dealership name e Vehicle identification number e Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone 800 465 2001 In Mexico contact Av Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma 1240 Sante Fe C P 05109 Mexico D F In Mexico 915 729 1248 or 729 1240 Outside Mexico 525 729 1248 or 729 1240 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDDITTY To assist customers who have hearing difficulties the manufacturer has installed special TDD Telecommuni cation Devices for the Deaf equipment at its Customer Center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY 258 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE M Service Contra
224. that show the required service for your vehicle First is Schedule B It is for vehicles that are operated under the conditions that are listed below and at the beginning of the schedule e Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C e Stop and go driving e Extensive engine idling e Driving in dusty conditions Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 km e More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C e Trailer towing gt e Taxi police or delivery service commercial ser vice e Off road or desert operation ee MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 241 NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months CAUTION whichever comes first and follow schedule B of the Failure to perform the required maintenance items Maintenance Schedules section of this manual may result in damage to the vehicle NOTE Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule B At Each Stop for Fuel Second is Schedule A It is for vehicles that are not Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while ule B the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi racy of the oil level reading Add oil only when the tion
225. the CD Changer When inserting the first CD into the changer if the radio is on wait until the single slot is illuminated on both sides and simply insert the first disc To insert additional CDs into the changer the instructions follow 1 Select and press any numbered button without an illuminated light above it 2 Insert the CD while the light above the chosen button is flashing and the two lights on either side of the slot are illuminated 3 Upon insertion the CD will begin to play and both the button light and the lights in the corner of the loading slot will illuminate 4 Repeat the process for loading any additional CDs The CD player will stop while additional CDs are loaded Playing Discs The radio will show the CD number the CD track number and the Track Time Elapsed while the radio is in the CD mode If more than one CD is loaded in the changer the changer will automatically play the next disc after playing the last track of the current disc es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 Seek Button Press the top of this button on the radio once to play the next track Press the bottom of the button once to return to the beginning of the current track Press the bottom of the button twice to play the previous track FF TUNE RW Press the FF fast forward button and the CD player will fast forward through the tracks until the button is re leased Press the RW rewind button and the CD player will reverse t
226. the EVIC will abort the training procedure 6 Starting at the left front tire place the training magnet over the valve stem until the horn chirps This takes approximately 5 seconds 80d236ef 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 p 8 Return magnet to storage location i If the display reads TRAINING COMPLETE pressing 3 either the STEP C T RESET or MENU buttons will exit the training mode If the display reads TRAINING ABORTED move the vehicle ahead at least 1 foot 30 cm and complete steps el el 1 8 again For further assistance questions or comments about the tire pressure monitor system please call 1 877 774 8473 80ce79be 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 the compass temperature display returns 80b6b2d2 80b77040 Trip Computer This feature located in the overhead console displays the following information when the display is in the Compass T
227. the fuel remaining in the tank The distance is calculated by multiplying the amount of fuel remain ing by the projected fuel economy The distance predicted will change every few seconds to a higher or lower number as these factors change This display cannot be reset Trip Odometer ODO This display shows the distance traveled since the last reset Elapsed Time ET This display shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset C T Button Use this button to select a readout of the outside tem perature and one of eight compass headings that indicate the direction in which the vehicle is facing Compass Temperature Display This display provides the outside temperature and one of eight compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Automatic Compass Calibration The self calibrating feature of the compass eliminates the need to calibrate the compass for normal conditions During a short initial period the compass may appear erratic and the CAL symbol will appear on the display The CAL symbol may also appear after the vehicle is subjected to a high level of magnetism After completing three 360 turns at about 5 mph 8 km h in an area free from large metal or metallic objects the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL light does not appear you must
228. the left to right speaker bal ance Push in the button and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in The balance will be displayed and continuously updated while the button is pressed Fade The Fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers Push in the button and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in The fade will be displayed and continuously updated while the button is pressed 122 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M Tone Control Slide the Bass and or Treble controls up or down to adjust the sound for the desired tone The treble and bass will be displayed and continuously updated while the slide is moved AM FM Selection Press the AM FM button to change from AM to FM The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency The display will show ST when a stereo station is received Scan Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next station in either AM or FM pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next Pressing the AM FM button continues the search in the alternate frequency band To stop the search press SCAN a second time To Set The Radio Push button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push button memory press the SET button SET 1 will show in the display window Select the push button you wish to lock onto this station and press
229. thin 2 to 3 minutes 60 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Memory Feature This feature allows the driver to recall one of two pre selected seat outside mirror settings as well as radio station preset buttons The radio display will show which memory position is being recalled The memory feature switch is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat next to the heated seat switch To Set The Memory Feature 1 Use the seat and driver mirror switches to adjust the seat and driver mirror to the desired positions Program the radio preset buttons to the desired stations 2 Press and release the Set S button on the memory seat switch then press button 1 within 5 seconds The radio display will show which memory position is being set 3 Asecond memory setting can be stored in the vehicle memory Begin with pressing 2 on the memory seat switch for driver 2 Select a second seat radio setting press the Set S button then press button 2 within 5 seconds Each time the Set and a numbered button are pressed the old memory is erased and a new one is stored NOTE The vehicle must be in Park to activate the Memory feature ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 61 Programming the Remote Keyless Transmitter for the Memory Feature Your remote transmitters can be programmed to return the driver s seat mirror and radio presets to the saved position when the Unlock button is pressed and releas
230. this CD changer Mode Button To activate the CD changer press the MODE button until CD information appears on the display Push Button While the CD changer is playing press the NUMBER 1 push button or the NUMBER 5 push button to select a disc numbered higher or lower than the one currently being played Seek Button Press the SEEK up or down to select another track on the same disc A SEEK symbol will appear on the display Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Press and hold the FF button for fast forward Press and hold the RW button for fast reverse The audio output can be heard when fast forward and fast reverse are activated Random Play RND Press the Random button to play the tracks on the disc in random order for an interesting change of pace Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road the CD player may 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 A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot 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 reason
231. thout letting the vehicles touch Set parking brake place automatic transaxle in PARK and turn ignition to OFF for both vehicles 3 Turn off heater radio and all unnecessary electrical loads 4 Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive jump start attachment of the booster battery Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive jump start attachment of the discharged battery 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 Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery 7 When removing the jumper cables reverse the above sequence exactly Be careful of the moving belts and fan DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered wet or other slip pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati cally to the right or left This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the front driving wheels 192 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Se WARNING Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is danger ous Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front wheels You could lose control of the vehicle and possibly have an accide
232. ting studios System Activation To activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service call the toll free number 888 539 7474 or visit the Sirius web site at www sirius com Please have the following informa tion available when activating your system 1 The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 2 Credit card information 3 Your Vehicle Identification Number Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ENS SID The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Num ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access With RBB and RBK Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the Tape Eject or CD Eject depend ing on the radio type and Time buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds The first four digits of the twelve digit ESN SID number will be displayed Press the SEEK UP button to display the next four digits Continue to press the SEEK UP button until all twelve ESN SID digits have been displayed The SEEK DOWN will page down until the first four digits are displayed The radio will exit the ESN SID mode when any other button is pushed the ignition is turned OFF or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed ESN SID Access With RBP RBU RAZ and RBQ Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simu
233. to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play 144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left hand switch will cause the CD changer to play the next available disc CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition take the following precautions 1 Do not use cassette tapes longer than C 90 otherwise sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin ished 2 Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect from slackness and dust when it is not in use 3 Keep the cassette tape away from direct sunlight heat and magnetic fields such as the radio speakers 4 Before inserting a tape make sure that the label is adhering flatly to the cassette 5 A loose tape should be corrected before use To rewind a loose tape insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape drive gear and twist the pencil in the required directions Maintain your cassette tape player The head and capstan shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played The result of deposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap around and become lodged in the tape transport The other adverse condition is low or muddy soun
234. ugh the floor outlets Use this mode with maximum fan and comfort level settings for best windshield and side window defrosting The defrost symbol will glow in amber to show that the defroster is on NOTE The air conditioning compressor is on in this mode This dehumidifies the air to help dry the wind shield To improve fuel economy leave in the defrost mode only when necessary Rear Window Defroster Press the button once to turn on the Rear Window Defroster and a second time to turn it off An indicator light in the control shows that the defroster is on UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 NOTE The defroster turns off automatically after 15 minutes of operation Each later activation will allow 7 1 2 minutes of operation CAUTION To avoid damaging the electrical conductors do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the rear window Labels can be peeled off by soaking with warm water Window Fogging In mild but rainy or humid weather your windows may fog up on the inside You can remove this fog by pressing the Defrost button The Mix mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heat ing If side window fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed The compressor will remain on during these conditions 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Hot Weather Automatic Recirculation The system will automatically recirculate t
235. ume sr eu en e E ee 192 Gib area A ne a E a 906 Exterior Light Bulbs Bulb No Low Beam Headlights 9006XS High Beam Headlights 9005XSLL Park Turn amp Side Marker 3157 Fog Lights ere ee H3 Center Stop Light 0 000 921 Tail Stop Turn amp Side Marker 3057 Back UP co ss need yore y a 3057 LICENSE osx oo E a EES Cea E ECC S ves 168 NOTE If equipped with the optional HID High Intensity Discharge Headlamp Light Bulb please seek dealer service for replacement 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 to the lamps This diminishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds as the system charges BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight and Parking Light Removal 1 Remove the headlamp sight shield ee 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 232 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 5 Remove the speed control servo screw 4 Remove the windshield filler neck screw ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 233 6 Lift and prop the crossmember above the headlamp on the side being serviced and remove the electrical con nectors from the headlamp 7 Pull headlamp up and under crossmember to remove
236. ur ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Information Provided by DEALER IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS H Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Bl Reporting Safety Defects 259 Vehicle x Pele ks Ge i PE ies 256 leto BENE 259 Prepare For The Appointment 256 wi Publication Order Forms 0 0 261 Prepare A Lista peii passop Ee eee ee 256 lll Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Be Reasonable With Requests 256 Quality Grades ss eR e Rye 263 H If You Need Assistance 000 256 TreadWeaf 2 04 etae ee eso xs 263 Bl Warranty Information 65 258 Traction Grades aai en dE PY la Mopar Parts liio R 259 Temperature Grades 256 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE M SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you re having warranty work done be sure to have the right papers with you Take your warranty folder All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty discuss additional charges with the service manager Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle s service history This can often provide a clue to the current problem Prepare A List Make a written list of your vehicle s problems or the specific work you want done
237. ure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the speed control without erasing the memory Pushing the ON OFF button or turning off the ignition turns the speed control system off and erases the memory ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed push and release the ACCEL RESUME button Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph 40 km h To Vary The Speed Seiting When the speed control is engaged speed can be in creased by pressing and holding the ACCEL RESUME button When the button is released a new set speed will be established Tapping the ACCEL RESUME button once will result in a 2 mph 3 km h speed increase Each time the button is tapped speed will increase For example tapping the button three times will increase speed by 6 mph 10 km h etc To decrease speed while speed control is engaged press and hold the COAST button Release the button when the desired speed is reached and the new speed will be set Tapping the COAST button once will result in a 1 mph speed decrease Each time the button is tapped speed will decrease For example tapping the button 3 times will decrease the speed by 3 mph etc To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return to the set speed WARNING Speed Control can be dangerous where the system can t maintain a constant speed Your vehicle
238. urity and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors as you drive and when you park and leave the vehicle The rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle until you pull up the lock plungers Central Locking Feature If Equipped Turning the key in the driver s door to the unlock position once will unlock only the driver s door Turning the driver s door lock to the unlock position twice within five seconds will unlock all doors Locking either front door with the key will lock all doors 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Child Protection Lock System Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seat the rear doors of your vehicle have the child protection door lock system To use the system open each rear door and use a key to move the control near the door latch UP to the Engage position as shown on the door label When the system on a door is engaged that door can be opened only by using the outside door handle This will occur only if the inside door lock is in the unlocked up position NOTE For emergency exit with the system engaged move the lock plunger up unlocked position lower the window and open the door with the outside door handle WARNING Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are
239. utes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Change Engine Oil MAX OIL MARK Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the 809744ab interval at which your oil should be changed Check the Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground also following list to decide if any apply to you will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick Adding one quart of oil when e Stop and go driving the reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these engines e Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C e Extensive engine idling e Driving in dusty conditions e Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 2 km ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 203 More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing Taxi police or delivery service commercial service Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual If none of these apply to you then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A of the Mainte nance Schedules section of this manual NOTE Under no circu
240. utton 5 0 000 e eee eee 141 Time Button sare she ete hha bene nk tan 141 Changing Modes 0 0 00 ee 141 Removing Discs From The CD Changer 142 CD Changer Operation With The Changer o ECCLE 142 lll Remote Sound System Controls If Equipped Radio Operation Tape Player CD Player Single Disc In Radio CD Player 6 Disc CD Changer ll Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance ll Compact Disc Maintenance ll Radio Operation And Cellular Phones Bl Climate Controls Automatic Temperature Control ATC es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 111 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 14 13 12 1 Air Outlet 4 Instrument Cluster 8 Climate Control 12 Ash Tray 2 Headlight Switch 5 Clock 9 Sound System 13 Traction Control Switch 3 Interior Lights 6 Passenger Airbag 10 Storage Bin 14 Parking Brake Release Dimmer Control 7 Glove Compartment 11 Power Outlet 15 Trunk Switch 80be44ad 112 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 12 3 4 5 6 9 7 8 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 80be47ab INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1 Fuel Gauge When the ignition is in the ON position the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the tank 2 Low Fuel Warning Light When the fuel level drops to about 2 gallons 8 liters the Low Fuel symbol will light and re main lit until
241. vate this feature rotate the Dimmer Control upward to the first detent Front Map Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors Each light is turned On by pressing the lens Press the lens a second time to turn the light Off The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer switch is turned fully upward past the second detent NOTE The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle They will not turn off automatically Rear Seat Reading Courtesy Lights These lights may be individually operated by a switch next to the light The Battery Saver feature will not turn these lights off Be sure the lights are off before leaving the vehicle The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer switch is turned to the dome light position past the detent 66 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M EXTERIOR LIGHTS Headlights And Parking Lights Av x When the headlight switch is turned clockwise T from Off to the first position the parking lights taillights side marker lights license plate light and instrument panel lights are all turned on The headlights turn on when the switch is turned to the second position 7 t HEADLIGHTS PARKING LIGHTS AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS 80b6f04e Lights On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are left on after the ignition is turned Off a chime
242. ved it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulbs are defective Headlight Dimmer Switch Pull the multi function control lever toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low beam Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multi function lever toward the steer ing wheel This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 Windshield Wipers And Washers The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the control lever Turn the end of the handle to select the desired wiper speed To use the washer push the knob in when spray is desired If the button is pushed while in the delay range the wiper will operate for several seconds after the knob is released and then resume the intermittent interval If the button is pushed and held while in the OFF position the wiper will operate for several wipes then turn off If the button is pushed while in the OFF position the wipers will cycle twice WARNING Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wipers System Use the intermittent feature of this s
243. with both latches engaged the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision You could have a collision Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving INTERIOR LIGHTS To Turn The Interior Lights On Rotate the Dimmer Control upward to the second detent Rotate the switch downward to turn the interior lights off NOTE The interior lights have a fade to off feature When the lights are turned off they gradually fade off Battery Saver Feature Interior Lights The interior courtesy lights come on when a door is open or left ajar To prevent battery drain if you leave a door open or ajar these lights will turn off after 15 minutes After you close the door the interior courtesy lights will again function in the normal matter es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 65 NOTE The map lights or reading lights that are manu ally switched on will not turn off automatically Instrument Panel Lighting The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be regulated by rotating the dimmer switch BRIGHT DIM 8014396e Daytime Brightness Feature Certain instrument panel components can be illuminated at full brightness during the daytime These are the Odometer Transmission Range Indicator Radio Climate Controls and the Overhead Travel Information Center This can be helpful when driving with your headlights on during the daytime such as in a parade or a funeral procession To acti
244. y White Lube Lock Cylinders Mopar Spray White Lube Parking Brake Mechanism Mopar Spray White Lube MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ll Emission Control System Maintenance 240 Schedule B ccc ca cee eee a eee a ee ea es B Maintenance Schedules 240 Schedule A scsc4sc54 e000 n e M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 240 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Se EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system These and all other maintenance services included in this manual should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability More frequent main tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip driving Inspection and service also should be done any time a malfunction is suspected NOTE Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establish ment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of California California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There are two maintenance schedules
245. ystem when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable For maximum delay between cycles turn the control knob into the upper end of the delay range The delay interval decreases as you turn the knob until it enters the LO continual speed position The delay can be regulated from a maximum of about 18 seconds between cycles to a cycle every 1 2 second 70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME NOTE Vehicle speed is monitored to calculate wiper delay intervals The delay between cycles is shortened when the vehicle is moving above 10 m p h 16 km h and lengthened below 10 m p h 16 km h TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column pull the small lever below the turn signal control toward you and move the wheel up or down as desired Release the lever to lock the wheel firmly in place WARNING Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Without a stable steering col umn you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Adjust the column only while the ve hicle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH To turn the Traction Control System Off press the switch located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering column until the TRAC OFF light in the instru ment cluster lights up UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 TRAC TRAC 2 c ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL SEF am

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