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1. Bi Tire Safety Information 213 BM All Wheel Drive AWD If Equipped 230 Tire Markings 5 ssa co ee 213 W Tire Pressure Monitor System If Equipped 230 Tire Identification Number TIN 217 1 2 3 Or 4 Tire s Low Pressure 231 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 218 1 2 3 Or 4 Tire s High Pressure 231 Wi Tires General Information 222 Service Tire Pressure System See Owner s Tire Pr sitfe caccia eue E Te was be lt 222 IES hate See er eS ete emend ae Tire Inflation PROMI bac o o o aL 223 Tire Pressure Unavailable 231 Radial Ply Tres eee 226 General Information lesse 233 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 226 E Tire Chains ssec vettu se ee eee Rh e 233 Gite E eese Tebedstespa bine 227 MSnow Tires eeeeessnnnne 234 Tread Wear Indicators LL LL LLL 228 E Tire Rotation Recommendations 234 E Tes sce nea DELE 228 Bl Fuel Requirements 00 235 Alignment And Balance sss 229 Reformulated Gasoline lues 236 ee STARTING AND OPERATING 197 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 236 Vehicle Loading auus wee ca ER Ee Ys 241 MMT In Gasoline 0 000005 237 Vehicle Certification Label
2. Manual Door Locks 00 0000 16 Power Door Locks 00 0000 17 Child Protection Door Lock 18 Bl Remote Keyless Entry 004 19 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 20 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 21 Using The Panic Alarm 21 General Information 005 23 Transmitter Battery Service 23 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Bi Vehicle Theft Alarm llle 24 Seat Belt Extender 00000000 42 lalli toato oro 9 teas 26 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Power Liftgate If Equipped 27 Restraint System Airbag 43 M Windows HMM WES o N BO NONE a a Child Restraint iliis eese 53 ll Occupant Restraints 2 405 2 esse sea Re 31 lici Brean N T 25st 61 Tape GED aa eat eed gigatan ua la Safety Tips 25s sor rer Rr 62 FSpAShonIder Be LR ISUOS FROCSGUNE quii lt 95 Exhaust GaS x euge 6654 aui e 62 Seat Belt Pretensioners liess 40 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System Vel cle 4 2 243 24 4s hes oe aot ian ep td 62 BeltAlert M s c ssvwentavvedeues Het RE RS 40 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 41 Outside The
3. 241 Sulfur In Gasoline n rsss prede tnia 237 Materials Added To Fuel Ls 238 Fuel System Cautions lesus 238 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 239 Ba Adding Puel x cacsstevauacrescbagsndses 240 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 240 198 STARTING AND OPERATING BENE STARTING PROCEDURES CAUTION Long periods of engine idling especially at high engine speeds can cause excessive exhaust tempera tures which can damage your vehicle Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running WARNING Do not leave animals or children 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 into any driving gear Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal 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 Extremely Cold Weather below 29 C or 20 F To insure reliable starting at these temperatures use of an
4. 10 M50 7 e ofl 160 j E E e 24 RIGHT FRONT UGOR AJAR CRUISE SET TIBS 888 23 22 21 20 19 18 16 15 14 811b8bb8 138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS CAUTION 1 Voltage Light This light monitors the electrical system voltage Driving with a hot engine cooling system could The light should turn on momentarily as the damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with engine is started If the light stays on or turns on while driving it indicates a problem with the charging system the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops Immediate service should be obtained back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H and you hear continuous chimes turn the 2 Temperature Gauge engine off immediately and call for service The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera ture Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera ture when driving in hot weather up mountain grades or when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range WARNING 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 vehicle
5. 85 Miliehts E UE peat E EP res 102 Adjustable Head Restraints 86 Overhead Console Map Reading Lights 102 Heated Seats If Equipped 86 Intenor Lights eem RR 103 Memory Seat If Equipped 88 Multi Function Lever llle 103 Second Row Manual Seat Recliner 91 Headlights Parking Lights Instrument Panel Second Row Manual Seat Adjuster 92 FIGURE OR ANNE Ren Ve dins Hs Second Row Fold amp Tumble Seats 93 Automatic Headlights 0 105 Third Row Easy Exit isses 94 Tia yuana neg DONE CORAN 24 2a me Third Row Seating Flexibility 96 DINI RORUROON Epa panes ee sees HS Load Floot 22506 M s rS 97 Pian he PREY quevtuticn Noenorruted Hn ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 Fog Lights If Equipped 106 ToACtivate arse pee a o eo Rr ee 112 Turi SIGNS acs ea anne cee eles oN paie 106 To Set At A Desired Speed 112 Highbeam Lowbeam Select Switch 107 To Deactivate iuba ep LX Passing Light 4 esee ER 107 To Resume Speed E Windshield Wipers And Washers 107 To Vary The Speed Setting iss ceca 113 Windshield Washers 044 107 To Accelerate For Passing 113 Mist Peat ac adie 4 qoe eae S t
6. PAUSE STOP PLAY Button This button only functions in the DVD video mode Press this button once to pause the video press a second time to play the video Press and hold this button for more than 6 seconds to stop playing the video ENTER ARROW Buttons These buttons only function in the DVD video mode Use the ENTER button to play the DVD video or to enter selections from the menu screens Use the arrow buttons to toggle through the menu screen options E UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 MODE Button No Function SEEK Button e CD DVD changer Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next chapter or track on the disc Press the left side to return to the beginning of the current chapter or track Press the left side of the SEEK button twice within 2 seconds to return to the previous chapter or track Each press of the SEEK button up or down will toggle through the chapters or tracks FF RW Button e CD DVD changer Press and hold FF Fast Forward once and the CD DVD changer will begin to fast forward until the FF button is released The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner Program Button PROG No Function Channel Button Press this button to select between channel A or channel B or if interference is heard through the headphones Remote Control Battery Service e To replace the batteries for the remote control slide the cover rearward The replacement batteries fo
7. NOTE Magnetic materials should be kept away from the overhead console UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 To set the variance Turn the ignition switch ON and set the display to Compass Press the RESET button for approximately 5 seconds but no more than 10 seconds The COMPASS VARIANCE message and the last vari ance zone number will be displayed Press the STEP button to select the proper variance zone as shown in the map Press the RESET button to set the new variance zone and resume normal operation Mini Trip Functions If Equipped This displays information on the following e Average Fuel Economy ECO AVG Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset The minimum average fuel economy that will be displayed on reset is 0 3 mpg e Distance To Empty DTE Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank This estimated distance is determined using the MPG for the last few minutes 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se e Off Mode Shows a blank display e Step Button Push this button to cycle through all the Mini trip functions To Reset The Display Pressing and releasing the Reset button once will clear the resettable function currently being displayed The resettable function is average fuel economy Reset will only occur if the resettable function is currently being displayed SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock at the top
8. 125 W Roof Luggage Rack If Equipped 130 B Cupholder oeeie iee rin ea DEEE nee es 126 W Load Leveling System 132 en UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 MIRRORS Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield 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 adjustment of the mirro y NIGHT Ea is 80975232 70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped If the switch is in the Auto position the mirror will automatically adjust for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light in the mirror will illuminate to indicate when this feature is on 81074fc3 CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Driver s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn this feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the Rea
9. In the event of an EBD failure the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light Immediate repair to the ABS system is required The operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position The light should illuminate for approxi mately two seconds The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized dealer The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 8 Traction Control Indicator If Equipped This display indicator illuminates momentarily as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON The traction control Indicator will turn on if e The traction control system is in use e The Traction Control switch has been used to turn the system OFF e There is a Traction Control System malfunction e The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to the brake system due to overheated brake tem peratures NOTE Extended heavy use of Traction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the Traction Control Light This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is a normal condition
10. Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Phonebook List Names es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 e The UConnect system will play the names of all the phonebook entries To call one of the names in the list press the Voice Recognition button during the playing of the desired name and say Call e The UConnect system will then prompt you as to number designation you wish to call e The selected number will be dialed Phone Call Features The following feature s can be accessed through the UConnect system if the feature s are available on your cellular service plan For example if your cellular service plan provides three way calling this feature can be accessed through the UConnect system Answer or Reject an Incoming Call No Call Currently in Progress When you receive a call on your cellular phone the UConnect system will interrupt the stereo audio and will ask if you would like to answer the call by pressing the Phone button Press the Phone button to answer the call To reject the call press the Phone button until you hear a single beep indicating that the incoming call was rejected Answer or Reject an Incoming Call Call Currently in Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another incoming call press the Phone button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call To reject the incoming call you
11. ROtatOoti 2 0634 3 9 5 dE Dd m km OE dei 5 234 Safely Lus Ree ores e OR Bw are 213222 OIZ S zoo 944 x 9 34er ese ne PERS 215 SNOW fes uas Races X ERR EO SEES 234 Spare De anos DA ese qr t meg RR Rs 253 SDIDEHIDB usas uedasacducacs duni Banteay aud E ere 227 Tread Wear Indicators 0005 228 TOWNS aos siete uote as a si santet Te aD lee ect ate 244 Disabled Vehicle 0 0000 cee 261 Trailering 2c 6c es ena eee ey RR 244 Traction Control 0000 110 141 212 Trailer TOWING cossentit apa menan Y MERRESERS 244 Minimum Requirements lees 245 Trailer and Tongue Weight 245 Transaxle oues euo v EC Ret Pe RAP 201 295 Automate 222i ege Pee GU 201 295 Autostick Filtet dk team eigen Xe Operation Overdrive 360 INDEX aa Selection of Lubricant 295 313 Transmission sees See Transaxle Transmitter Battery Service llle 23 Transmitter Garage Door Opener 115 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry 19 Transporting Pets 1 6 llle 61 Tread Wear Indicators 2 0005 228 Trip Odometer i sk gia cere AERE ees 142 Trip Odometer Reset Button 142 Turn Signals 5 2 cise te senses 106 139 309 310 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 342 Universal Joints 00 0000 eee eee 283 Universal Transmitter 0200005 115 Unleaded Gasoline lille 235 Vanity MITOS 4 aed
12. 1 Press a power door lock switch while the driver s or passenger s door is open 2 Press the LOCK button on the keyless entry transmit ter After the last door is closed or if all doors are closed the system will arm itself in about 16 seconds During that time the Vehicle Theft Alarm Immobilizer light will flash If it does not illuminate the system is not arming If you open a door during this arming period the system will cancel the arming process You must repeat one of the previously described arming sequences to rearm the system ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 To disarm the system Press the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter Also using a valid sentry key and moving the ignition switch to the ON START posi tion will disarm the system If you disarm the system and access the liftgate area the system must be rearmed as described previously when closing the liftgate If some thing has triggered the system in your absence the horn will sound three times when you disarm the system Check the vehicle for tampering NOTE e The driver s door key cylinder and the liftgate button on the keyless entry transmitter cannot arm or disarm the system e Once the alarm is set and the liftgate button on the keyless entry transmitter is pressed on a non power liftgate vehicle you have a 30 second one time access into the liftgate area If the liftgate is not opened within 30 seconds the liftga
13. 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch WARNING plate into the buckle until you hear a click A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly The lap portion could ride too high on your body possibly causing internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increas ing 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 surfaces of the vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A belt worn under the 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 eA 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 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug belt internal injury in a co
14. All Wheel Drive AWD If Equipped Front And Rear Wheel Bearings Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Cleaning The Center Console Cup Holders li Integrated Power Module IPM li Vehicle Storage Mi Replacement Light Bulbs B Bulb Replacement esce eR EXE REY Standard Quad Headlights High Intensity Discharge Headlights HID If Equipped es MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 267 Front Park Turn Signal And Sidemarker Bl Fluid Capacities 0 0 0 0 0 eee 311 Lights 22h44 ime dd e626 448 wid weds 309 li Recommended Fluids Lubricants And Front Fos Light ss RE RR me 309 Genuine Parts us ee oe SAAS RS Oe SRS 312 Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal Side Marker And ENGIN iugis t ta te be did ao RR er eno 312 a a ueNeng ewe diesen auy Chaso Lio szasdeis dde S Poe Edo E124 313 License Light is inet ob eke aA he ae 311 268 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 3 5L ENGINE AIR CLEANER BRAKE MASTER COOLANT E E INTEGRATED FILTER CYLINDER BOTTLE POWER MODULE CAP AUTOMATIC POWER STEERING ENGINE OIL ENGINE WASHER FLUID CHECK FLUID CHECK OIL FILL TRIN BOTTLE xil ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 269 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II This system monitors the performance of the emissions engine and automatic transmissi
15. Engine oil is an engineered product and it s performance may be impaired by supplemental ad ditives Disposing of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters 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 and oil filters 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 This manufacture s engines have a full flow type oil filter Use a filter of this type for replacement The quality of replacement filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service Mopar Engine Oil Filters are a high quality oil filter and are recommended Drive Belts Check Condition and Tension At the mileage indicated in the maintenance schedule all belts should be checked for condition and proper tension Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure Belts should be inspected for evidence of cuts cracks or glazing and replaced if there is indication of damage which could result in belt failure Low generator belt tension can cause battery failure EN MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 277 WARNING The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
16. Lubricants and Genuine Parts iussu hat renra baleen ee dead 312 Reminder Seat Belt 0 00 000 cece nee 40 Remote Keyless Entry llle 19 Remote Sound System Controls 178 Replacement Tires 0055 228 230 Reporting Safety Defects 040 340 Restraint Head 1 0 ce ees 86 Restraints Child ille 53 59 Restraints Infant uer cue ba 56 Retractable Cargo Area Cover 127 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck 260 en INDEX 357 ROOL RACK icu un ER dr ae ale bia ante a de nS 130 Rotation Tires 0 0 0 0 eee 234 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 62 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 63 Safety Exhaust Gas 6 ee 29 Safety Information Tire 213 Safety TIPS ican tee aa he oe roe c pte le Y say 62 Schedule Maintenance ess 316 Seat Belt Maintenance 0 00050 304 Seat Belt Reminder 0 000040 40 Seat Belt ouri cure ee soe ele ane TRE ees 31 Adjustable Shoulder Belt llus 37 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 37 And Pregnant Women 044 A1 Child Restratnt oma dran aoe Guten oe CR 53 Bxtendet cioe ed aoe este o PEE 4 42 Front 5eat i15 scant EEA S MG e deter 32 PretensiOneLrs o ideae eper beg oe ds 40 Rear Seat 4 suu Ren os sos S ode Er a E rebas 32 R iundef 22492049 590 a ann 144 Untwisting Procedure s
17. The sunroof is equipped with an intermediate stop or comfort stop position This feature is designed to elimi nate wind buffeting at vehicle speeds between 20 40 mph 32 64 km h To operate this feature momentarily press the switch rearward to activate the Express Open Feature and the glass will automatically stop at the comfort stop position Pressing the switch rearward again will fully open the sunroof During the Express Open operation any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof and it will remain in a partial open position Again momentarily pressing the switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature To close the sunroof hold the switch in the forward position Again any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open condition until the switch is pushed forward again The sunshade can be opened manually It will also open as the sunroof opens The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open EN UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 WARNING e Never leave children in a vehicle with the keys in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unat tended children can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death In an accident there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten y
18. bring to the proper level CAUTION Do not overfill Dirt and water in the transmission can cause serious damage To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission after checking or replenishing fluid make certain that the dipstick cap is reseated properly Fluid and Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid should be changed on all transmissions as follows Normal Usage No change necessary Severe Usage fluid and filter 60 000 miles 96 000 km Severe Usage is defined as 298 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M e Police taxi limousine commercial type operation or trailer towing where the vehicle driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation NOTE Refer to Section 8 of this manual for Mainte nance Schedules If the transmission is disassembled for any reason the fluid and filter should be changed Special Additives Do not add any fluid additives to the transmission 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 All Wheel Drive AWD If Equipped Under normal operating conditions periodic fluid level checks and lubricant changes for the Power Transfer Unit Overrunning Clutch and Rear Carrier are not required However when the vehicle is serviced for other reasons the exterior surface of these components should be inspected for evidence
19. do not top off the fuel tank after filling When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full NOTE e Tighten the gas cap until you hear a clicking sound This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened If the gas cap is not secured properly the Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will turn on Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled e When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full EN STARTING AND OPERATING 241 WARNING VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in the Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap gas cap slowly charts that follow This information should be used for to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may passenger and luggage loading as indicated cause injury The volatility of some gasolines may cause a buildup If the seatbacks a folded for carrying cargo do not of pressure in the fuel tank that may increase while exceed the specified GVWR and GAWR you drive This pressure can result in a spray of Vehicle Certification Label gasoline and or vapors when the cap is removed from a hot vehicle Removing the cap slowly allows Your vehicle has a certification label attached to the rear NN the pressure to vent and prevents fuel spray of the driver s door Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled e Name of
20. ing high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane range of 87 to 89 or higher The manufacturer recommends the use of 89 octane for optimum performance Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to mm your engine However continued heavy spark knock at REGOMMENDED OCTANE RATING IReMy2 METHOD NOTE The Tire Pressure Monitor system must be retrained following a tire rotation See your authorized dealer for service The suggested rotation method is the forward cross shown in the following diagram TIRE ROTATION PATTERN high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is FRONT OF VEHICLE required Engine damage resulting from operating with a heavy spark knock may not be covered by the new vehicle warranty x Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard Ee gt 3 starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of gasoline before consid 4 TIRE ROTATION 80ba79fe ering service for the vehicle 236 STARTING AND OPERATING EBENEN 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 requi
21. replace if X X X X X necessary Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals Front X amp Rear Inspect the PCV valve and replace if neces X sary Inspect the serpentine drive belt replace if X necessary f Change the automatic transmission fluid and X filter Change the All Wheel Drive AWD power X X M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 324 SCHEDULE B NENNEN Miles 57 000 60 000 63 000 66 000 69 000 72 000 Kilometers 91 000 96 000 101 000 106 000 110 000 115 000 Change the All Wheel Drive AWD overrun X ning clutch and rear carrier fluid See note at the end of this chart Relpace the air conditioning filter X X M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 en SCHEDULE B 325 unit fluid See the note at the end of this chart Miles 75 000 78 000 81 000 84 000 87 000 90 000 Kilometers 120 000 125 000 130 000 134 000 139 000 144 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if X X X X necessary Replace the engine air cleaner filter X X Replace the spark plugs on 3 5 liter engines X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals Front X amp Rear Check the PCV valve and
22. returned to the previous menu Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency say Dial Emergency or Call Emergency and the UConnect system will instruct your cellular phone to call 911 Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance say Dial Towing Assis tance or Call Towing Assistance Please refer to the 24 Hour Towing Assistance coverage details in the DaimlerChrysler Motors Company 24 Hour Towing As sistance Program Guide ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 SEATS WARNING 10 Way Driver s Power Seat If Equipped The driver s power seat switches are located on the driver s front door trim panel The bottom switch con trols up down forward rearward and tilt adjustment The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment and the middle switch controls the lumbar adjustment Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked 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 8 Way Driver s Power Seat If Equipped The driver s power seat switches are located on the driver s front door trim panel The bottom switch con trols up down forward rearward and tilt adjustment The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment 4 Way Passenger s Power Seat The front passenger s power seat switches are located on the passenger s front
23. 1 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 2 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 Sun damage can also weaken the fabric If the belts need cleaning use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts from the car to wash them Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly Cleaning The Center Console Cup Holders Removal Grab the center of the rubber portion of the cupholder and lift upward Cleaning Soak the rubber cupholder liner in a mixture of medium hot tap water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap Let soak for approximately one hour After one hour pull the liner from the water and dip it back into the water about six times This will loosen any remaining debris Rinse the liner thoroughly under warm running water Shake the excess water from the liner and dry the outer surfaces with a clean soft cloth Installation Align the liner in the cupholder and press down firmly ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 305 INTEGRATED POWER MODULE IPM CAUTION e When installing the Integrated Power Module cover it is important to ensure the cover is prop erly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow wate
24. 178 OLOTdPB iss x Rank UR WA eA X Rene du 126 306 Storage Vehicle aces seite res 192 306 Storing Your Vehicle 0000050 306 Sulfur in Gasoline 000 0002 eee 237 Sun Roof sua RS REER eae SESS cea 121 Sun Visor Extension llle 78 Sunglass Storage sua nen 115 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 43 System Navigation 00005 182 Tachometer 224 9 9 9 Eiane aaa ai 142 Tape Player oak eas dere oe oe aha ee 164 Temperature Control Automatic 183 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 138 251 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 53 55 Theft Alarm keea pated aunt Rd AOE a Bede wes 24 Theft System e e drestha aede ge bee das 24 Tie Down Hooks Cargo scs naera tenikan rts 128 Tilt Steering Column 005 110 Tire and Loading Information Placard 218 Tire Markings 21 246 pais tae Be m a ee gs 213 Tire Safety Information sreca sssri sr stirs 213 lu s ate ae Tar ee r iS 63 222 342 Alignment 3 ccc eck ea cee eee ea ewe rissaa 229 anu PPP 233 Changing adus asa hats olelnd gl eds 252 Compact Spare nece ristida pirak eee 226 Ish Speed occa cnc sore ae aga aho eas 225 Inflation Pressures 1 1 eee 223 Jacking rs hese detes sod ENE 252 Load Capacity 25 ee acd ene era 218 219 Pressure Monitor System lille 230 Quality Grading ele Rs 342 Radial 43 44600 eyed aa dawn Eom ee 226 Replacement 142 rere ea 228 230
25. 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME 5 Pull up on the release handle labeled 2 and lift firmly to tumble the seat fully forward If the seat contacts the rear of the front seat move the front seat forward To relatch the seat tilt the seat rearward and push down firmly to engage the rear attachments Then lift the seatback release lever labeled 1 and pull the seatback up to return it to its full upright position WARNING In a collision you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments Always be sure the seats are fully latched Third Row Easy Exit For passengers sitting in the third row seats the second row seats can be folded and tumbled forward for easy exit en UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 RUNS To fold and tumble the seat forward follow these steps 1 Pull up on the seatback release handle 1 located on the back of the seat to fold the seatback down sme To relatch the seat tilt the seat rearward and push down firmly to engage the rear attachments Then lift the seatback release lever labeled 1 and pull the seatback up to return it to its full upright position 2 Pull the release strap 2 located at the bottom of the seat to lift and tumble the seat forward 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME WARNING Do not sit in the 3rd row seat with the second row Third Row Sea
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27. Descriptions lll Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 145 Customer Programmable Features If Equipped ees 22s o mn 148 Compass Display If Equipped 151 Mini Trip Functions If Equipped 153 H Setting The Analog Clock 154 ll Electronic Digital Clock Clock Setting Procedure lll Sales Code RAH AM amp FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD DVD Changer Controls 155 Radio Operation a ease enm I Re need 155 CD Player Operation soens srie 157 CD DVD Changer Operation 159 ll Sales Code RBP AM amp FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player CD Player And Optional CD DVD Changer Controls 160 134 mi ON UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Radio Operation Tape Player Operation CD Player Operation CD DVD Changer Operation If Equipped Disc CD Digital Video Disc DVD Changer Operating Instructions CD DVD Changer Eject EJT Button Operating Instructions Remote Control Operating Instructions Video Screen Operating Instructions Headphones Operating Instructions MP3 Player Operating Instructions Video Games Camcorders 170 ll Remote Sound
28. Ib 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustra tion purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle NOTE For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 392 Kg Occupants TOTAL FRONT REAR EXAMPLE 1 Combined weight of occupants and cargo from Tire Placard 865 ibs MINUS EXAMPLE 2 Combined Occupant s weight Occupant 1 200 Ibs Occupant 2 130 Ib STARTING AND OPERATING AVAILABLE Cargo Luggage and Trailer Tongue Weight 195 Ibs Occupant 1 210 Ibs Occupant 2 180 tos Occupant 3 150 Ibs TOTAL WEIGHT 540 Ibs 540 Ibs 325 Ibs EXAMPLE 3 2 865 ibs Occupant 1 200 ibs Occupant 2 200 ibs TOTAL WEIGHT 400 ibs 400 Ibs 465 Ibs 811a4d11 221 222 STAR
29. Recovery And Recycling The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains R 134a a refrigerant that does not deplete the ozone layer in the upper atmosphere The manufacture recommends that air conditioning service be done by facilities using refrigerant recycling and recovery equipment that meets SAE standard J1991 A C Air Filter The filter access door is located under the instrument panel on the passenger side To replace the filter slide the lock toward the rear of the vehicle unlock position Remove the access door and pull the filter downward When installing a new filter ensure its proper orienta tion Align the black arrow on the bottom of the filter frame with the direction of airflow away from the blower motor and towards the center of the car Refer to the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual for the recommended air conditioning filter replacement intervals Power Steering Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected abnormal noises are apparent and or the system is not functioning as antici pated Coordinate inspection efforts through a certified DaimlerChrysler Dealership ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 283 WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading Do not over
30. Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph 40 km h To Vary the Speed Setting When the speed control is set speed can be increased 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 ina 2 mph 3 km h speed increase Each time the button is tapped speed increases so that tapping the button three times will increase speed by 6 mph 10 km h etc To decrease speed while speed control is set 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 2 km h speed decrease Each time the button is tapped speed decreases To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return to the set speed NOTE The speed control system maintains speed up and down hills A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal Four speed automatic transmissions will experience a downshift to 3rd gear while climbing uphill or descend ing downhill This downshift to 3rd gear is necessary to maintain vehicle set speed On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without speed control 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME WARNING Speed Control can be dangerous where the system
31. The system will remain 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled The system will automatically reactivate and turn off the Traction Control Light 9 Tachometer The red segments indicate the maximum permissible engine revolutions per minute r p m x 1000 for each gear range Before reaching the red area ease up on the accelerator 10 Trip Odometer Button Press this button to change the display from odometer to either of the two trip odometer settings The word TRIP and either A or B will appear when in the trip odometer mode Push in and hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer to 0 miles or kilome ters The odometer must be in trip mode to reset 11 Transmission Range Indicator This display indicator shows the automatic transmission gear selection 12 AutoStick Light This display indicator illuminates when the gearshift lever is moved to the AutoStick position 13 OdometerlTrip Odometer The 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 two trip odometers show in
32. They could be seriously injured in a collision Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME 3 Pull on the load floor strap and lift the panel from the Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer driver s second row seatback over the center console and Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag onto the passenger second row seat handles are built into the seatbacks of all front seats The p floor supports the partial weight of the bagged goods NOTE Be sure to reattach the strap to secure the load floor panel when not in use E UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 ADJUSTABLE PEDALS IF EQUIPPED This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals to move toward or away from the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel The adjust able pedal system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position The switch is located on the drivers door trim panel next to the power seat switches Press the switch forward to
33. Vehicle 4e cte me 63 es THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer Ask You can insert the double sided keys into the locks with your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe either side up place Ignition Key Removal Bo The shift lever must be in PARK Turn the key to the LOCK position then remove the key 811b8b06 The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks These numbers can 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se NOTE The power window switches radio power sunroof and power outlets will remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves Always Opening either front door will cancel this feature remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended WARNING Key In Ignition Reminder If you open the driver s door and the key is in the ignition switch a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger ous for a number of reasons A child or others could be injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the gear selector SENTRY KEY lever Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho could operate power windows other controls
34. You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid sentry keys by performing the following procedure 1 Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank s to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code 2 Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON for at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the first key 3 Insert the second valid key and turn the ignition switch ON within 15 seconds After ten seconds a chime will sound and the Theft Alarm Light will begin to flash Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the second key 4 Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds After 10 seconds a single chime will sound The Theft Alarm Light will stop flashing turn on for 3 seconds then turn off ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 The new Sentry Key has been programmed The Keyless Entry Transmitter will also be programmed during this procedure Repeat this procedure to program up to a total of 8 keys If you do not have a programmed sentry key contact your dealer for details NOTE If a programmed key has been lost see your dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys tems memory The remaining keys must then repro grammed This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle All vehicle keys must be taken to the dealer at the time of servi
35. 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 N F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 337 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 This is why you should always talk to your dealer s service manager first Most matters 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 If 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 e 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
36. are closed and the 65 C Be sure to remove any build up of snow or ice climate control blower switch is set at high speed from the liftgate before pressing any of the power DO NOT use the recirculation mode liftgate switches 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Gas props support the liftgate in the open position However because the gas pressure drops with tempera ture it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver s door control all the door windows There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel which operate the passenger door windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACCESSORY position The window lock switch on the driver s door allows you to disable the window controls on the passenger doors E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 When the lock switch is pressed the window controls on the passenger doors will not illuminate and the passen ger windows will be disabled Auto Down Feature All the power window switches have an auto down feature Press the window switch to the second detent release and the window will go down automatically To open the window part way press the window switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop The power window switches remain active for up to 45 seconds afte
37. backfire Do not remove the air cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or Also check belt routing to make sure there is no interfer ence 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 specified mileage The entire set should be replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug Malfunctioning spark plugs can damage the cata lytic converter For proper type of replacement spark plugs refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label in the engine compartment 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 necessary at the intervals shown on Schedule B 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 Fuel Filter A plugged fuel filter can cause stalling limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting If Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank filter replacement may be necessary See your local dealer for service 278 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Catal
38. be located and corrected immediately Information Provided by DEALER UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS la Mirrors 26 ce iaa cde hmm rm hd 69 Heated Remote Control Mirrors 72 Inside Day Night Mirror 69 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors 73 Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped 70 i Hands Free Communication UConnect If Driver s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer If EQUIP AUpRQ o ae gb ta eai mede da is e Equipped e sesers ten suo dace idein 70 Operations isan Re o ca RS RR RO a e s 75 Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature 70 Phone Call Features llle 79 Outside Mirror Driver s Side 71 Advanced Phone Connectivity 81 Outside Mirror Passenger s Side 71 UConnect System Features 82 Power Remote Control Mirrors 72 66 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se PT 85 Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer 2 06 eee sees 98 10 Way Driver s Power Seat If Equipped 85 W Adjustable Pedals If Equipped 99 8 Way Driver s Power Seat If Equipped 85 MH To Open And Close The Hood 100 4 Way Passenger s Power Seat
39. bie aaa teo n ea bu SRS i 279 Jump Starting 6 ee 258 Keyless Transmitter Replacement 23 Beatring uremia ede er e are mile e Redi Shave ag 300 Belts Drive iius cr E a a TRE 276 Body Mechanism Lubrication 284 B Pillar Location eee 218 Brake Parking i eve ep er a we rus 206 Brake System sercat oes Ee a AR e 208 292 ANU LOCK iu seg eg uer e apes 208 Ehud Cheek iia exige hey Ga ae BS 293 313 FOSES casera pe hee a FUR Re coros dea ae 292 Warning Light 2 000025 ewe 140 Brake Transmission Interlock 201 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 61 Bulb Replacement sesir kame Rr E na 307 Bulbs Light 2s e e PRRIDRRRRPG 306 Calibration Compass 000000 e 152 Capacities Fluid 0 0 0000000 311 Caps Filler PUG ls og coe reueg pieres ae eh antes e est 240 Radiator sese ak 4E ERR e Pg 289 Car Washes csr ata tsacta ostrea ed acess 301 Carbon Monoxide Warning 239 Cargo Area Cover 1 6 e eee eee 127 Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier 4 re yer 130 Careo Tie DOWNS ixi ean Rea 128 Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance 180 Cassette Tape Player lille ss 160 164 Catalytic Converter zu eee RR ECT 278 CD Changer Lass nere ab qe dd 159 168 170 CD Player n on nouui 155 157 160 166 170 HO 348 INDEX BEEN Cellular Phone 0 0 0 0 eens 73 Chains Te 3 45 2 3 beeebieed Shae ca be ea 3 233 Changi
40. by the Mode Control To turn off the air condi tioning press the A C button a second time The A C symbol in the display will turn off NOTE If a fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass press the A C button to engage the com pressor or press the defrost button If a fog or mist on the windshield or side glass starts to impair visibility press the front blower button and increase the fan speed to maximum UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 Recirculation Control When the outside air contains smoke odors Q amp high humidity or if rapid cooling is desired you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the recirculation button The recircu lation mode should only be used temporarily The recir culate symbol will illuminate in the display when this button is selected Push the button a second time to allow outside air into the vehicle NOTE In cold weather use of the recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging The recirculation mode is not allowed in the Mix and Defrost modes to improve window clearing operation Recirculation will be disabled automatically if these modes are selected 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se A C Recirculation Programming The recirculation control is programmed to cancel the recirculation mode when the ignition key is turned OFF and will reset to the outside air mode when the ignition key is turned ON The frequent use of outside air will help keep
41. center of the instrument panel press and hold the button until the setting is correct ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK The clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio A digital readout shows the time in hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position and the time button is pressed When the ignition switch is in the OFF position or when the radio frequency is being displayed time keeping is accurately maintained Clock Setting Procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position and press the time button Using the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object press either the hour H or minute M buttons on the radio 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 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 SALES CODE RAH AM amp FM STEREO RADIO Radio Operation WITH CD PLAYER AND CD DVD CHANGER CONTROLS 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 A the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position SN to operate the radio mm A Mode m Press the MODE button to select between AM FM CD AUDIO aise 7 mnn 01959 Come C ser CD DVD changer or the Satellite Radio if equipped D S WL PILI When the Satellite Radio if equippe
42. compounds Wash hands after handling 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 posi tive and negative and identified on the battery case Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion If a fast charger is used while battery is in vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger to battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 281 Air Conditioner WARNING For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer e Use only refrigerants approved by the manufac at the start of each warm season This service should ture for your air conditioning system Some un include cleaning of the condenser fins and a system approved refrigerants are flammable and can ex performance check Drive belt tension should also be plode injuring you Other unapproved checked at this time refrigerants can cause the system to fail requiring costly repairs Never add air conditioning refrigerant to correct a non cooling problem unless pressure gauges are connected to the system by a certified technician Lack of cooling could be due to a restriction and adding refrigerant may cause a dangerous pres sure rise and you could be injured 282 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Refrigerant
43. continuous chime the engine temperature is critically hot and the vehicle should be turned off immediately The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER Ec EVIC The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC con sists of the following e Vehicle information warning message displays e Tire Pressure Monitor System If Equipped e Customer programmable features e Compass display If Equipped e Mini Trip functions If Equipped 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Pressing the MENU button will change the displayed programming features Pressing the STEP button will display the available choices Pressing the MENU button a second time accepts a selected choice When the appropriate conditions exist the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC displays the following messages LEFT RIGHT TURN SIGNAL ON with a continuous warning chime INVALID KEY amp FOB with a single chime SERVICE IMMOBILIZER with a single chime KEY FOB BATTERY LOW with a single chime KEY amp FOB PROGRAMMED with a single chime PROGRAM KEY amp FOB MEMORY 1 2 POSITION SET with a single chime MEMORY 1 2 POS SELECTED MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED VEHICLE NOT IN PARK with a single chime SET INHIBITED DUE TO MOTION with a single chime FOB LINKED with a single chime FOB UNLINKED with a single chime PARK BRAKE ENGAGED with a single chime LOW BRAKE FLUID with a s
44. graphic and single chime TCS ACTIVE Traction Control System with a graphic SERVICE TCS SYSTEM Traction Control System with a graphic and single chime Customer Programmable Features If Equipped Press the MENU button until one of the following display choices appears Language When in this display you may select one of three lan guages for all display nomenclature including the trip computer functions and navigation system Press the STEP button while in this display selects English Francais or Espanol As you continue the displayed information will be shown in the selected language Display U S or Metric Pressing the US M button will change the EVIC odom eter navigation system and A C Control units from US to Metric Use factory Settings When in this display you may select to use the factory settings and no programmable features will be offered Auto Door Locks When this feature is selected all doors and the liftgate 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 es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 Auto Unlock On Exit 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 Remote Unlock
45. install the restraint using the vehicle seat belts Tether Anchors There are tether strap anchorages behind all second row seating positions and the driver s side third row seating position The tether anchors are located in the rear surface of the seat When using the tether anchorages in the second row seating position ensure that the strap is routed over the top of the seatback and under the head restraint between the head restraint posts 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se When the tether anchorage is used in the third row seating position the strap should be positioned straight over the top of the seatback Infants and Children 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 Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 9 kg 20 lbs Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system Refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for CHil dren LATCH in this section ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
46. 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 NOTE Mixing coolant types will decrease the life of the engine coolant and will require more frequent coolant changes EE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 289 Coolant Pressure Cap WARNING The coolant pressure cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant and to insure that coolant will e The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on return to the coolant bottle from the overflow tank The the coolant pressure cap are a safety precaution coolant pressure cap should be inspected and cleaned if Never add coolant to the cooling system when the there is any accumulation of foreign material on the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the sealing surfaces coolant pressure cap to cool an overheated engine Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the coolant pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle Personal injury or engine damage may result 290 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Disposal of Used Engine Coolant 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 To prevent ingestion by an
47. luggage rack The load must not exceed 150 Ibs 68 kg and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle Be sure the total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity To move the cross bars press the upper edge of each cross bar button then move the cross bar to the desired position This is can be done with one person standing on each side of the vehicle moving the cross bar at the same time Once the cross bar is in place press the lower edge of the cross bar button to lock it into position Attempt to move the crossbar again to ensure that it has properly locked into position NOTE To reduce the amount of wind noise when the cross bars are not in use move both cross bars next to each other towards the rear of the vehicle in the rear most position ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 The tie down holes on the cross bar ends should always be used to tie down the load Check the straps frequently SAU TOINI to be sure that the load remains securely attached e To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 Ibs 68 kg Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appro priately Long loads which extend
48. may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired 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 A UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED Press and hold the switch rearward to fully open the The power sunroof switches are located between the sun sunroof The sunroof can be stopped at any position visors on the overhead console between closed and full open Momentarily pressing the switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature causing the sunroof to open automatically Press and hold the button in the center of the sunroof switch to open the vent The sunroof can be stopped at any position between closed and full vent To close the sunroof from the vent position press and hold the switch forward Releasing the switch will stop the movement of the sunroof and the sunroof will remain in the partial vent position until the switch is pushed forward again NOTE The power sunroof switches remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off Opening either front door will cancel this feature B0edb0ee 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Express Open Feature
49. mileage Relpace the air conditioning filter X X X M A 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 8 332 SCHEDULE A MEE Miles 78 000 84 000 90 000 96 000 100 000 Kilometers 125 000 134 000 144 000 154 000 160 000 Months 78 84 90 96 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if neces X X X X sary Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals Front amp X Rear Check and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Inspect the serpentine drive belt replace if neces X sary 1 Replace the spark plugs 3 5 liter engines X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 100 000 X miles if not done at 60 months Relpace the air conditioning filter X X EN SCHEDULE A 333 This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty i This maintenance is not required if previously replaced Miles 102 000 108 000 114 000 120 000 Kilometers 163 000 173 000 182 000 192 000 Months 102 108 114 120 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the engine air cleaner fi
50. move it up or down to the position that serves you best 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt 1 Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 2 At about 6 to 12 inches 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 4 Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision Pretensioners are designed to work for all size occupants NOTE These devices are not a substi
51. move the pedals forward toward the front of the vehicle Press the switch rearward to move the pedals rearward toward the driver e The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF e The pedals can be adjusted while driving 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R Reverse or when the Speed Control is ON A message will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC if the pedals are attempted to be ad justed when the system is locked out Adjustable Pedal Disabled Cruise Control Engaged or Ad justable Pedal Disabled Vehicle In Reverse NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with memory seat feature your remote keyless entry transmitter or memory seat buttons on the driver s door panel can be used to recall the adjustable pedals to saved positions CAUTION Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal s path TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood two latches must be released First pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Next push to the left the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood near the center 80ee5cdc Use the
52. not include cornering turning performance EE F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 343 Temperature Grades WARNING The temperature grades are A highest B and C repre senting the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and The temperature grade is established for a tire that is its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled properly inflated and not overloaded 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 Information Provided by DEALER INDEX 346 INDEX BEEN Adding Fuel seansai ia ke eR BUR des 240 Adding Washer Fluid suus 109 285 Additives Fuel llle 238 Adjustable Pedals 00 00005 99 Air Conditioner Maintenance 281 Air Conditioning Filter 192 282 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 281 Air Conditioning System 183 281 Air Pressure Ti
53. o ttt 80f34e48 Procedure For Checking Fluid Level The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced Operation with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transmission and of the fluid To properly check the automatic transmission fluid level the following procedure must be used 1 The vehicle must be on level ground 2 The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a minimum of 60 seconds 3 Fully apply parking brake 4 Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear position ending with the lever in P PARK Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to eliminate the possibility of dirt entering the transmission en MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 297 5 Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot or warm Hot fluid is approximately 180 F 82 C which is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle has been driven at least 15 miles 24 km The fluid cannot be comfortably held between the finger tips Cold is when the fluid is below 80 F 27 C 6 Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated Remove dipstick and note reading a If the fluid is hot the reading should be in the crosshatched area marked HOT between the upper two holes in the dipstick b If the fluid is cold the fluid level should be between the lower two holes in the area marked COLD If the fluid level indicates low add sufficient fluid to
54. of fluid leaks Confirmed leaks should be repaired as soon as possible Power Transfer Unit The fill plug is located on the side of the power transfer unit housing The fluid should be maintained at a level even with the bottom of the fill plug hole when the vehicle is parked on a level surface If it becomes neces sary to add or replace the fluid use only the manufac turers recommended fluid refer to Recommended Flu ids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 299 Overrunning Clutch The fill plug is located on the side of the overrunning clutch housing The fluid should be maintained at a level even with the bottom of the fill plug hole when the vehicle is parked on a level surface If it becomes neces sary to add or replace the fluid use only the manufac turers recommended transmission fluid refer to Recom mended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type To assure performance it is important that the proper lubricant be used Rear Carrier The fill plug is located on the side of the rear carrier housing The fluid should be maintained at a level even with the bottom of the fill plug hole when the vehicle is parked on a level surface if it becomes necessary to add or replace the fluid use only the manufacturers recom mended fluid refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Fluid Changes The fluid should be changed as foll
55. off the headlights within 45 seconds The 90 second delay inter val begins when headlight switch is turned off If the headlights or park lights are turned back on or the ignition switch is turned on the delay will be cancelled If the headlights are turned off before the ignition they will turn off in the normal manner NOTE The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds of turning the ignition off to activate this feature Fog Lights If Equipped O The front fog light switch is on the Multi Function Lever To activate the front fog lights turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out the end of the Multi Function Lever NOTE The fog lights will only operate with the head lights on low beam Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights Turn Signals Move the Multi Function Lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down without moving beyond the detent If either light has a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside light bulb If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulb is defective A UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Highbeam Lowbeam Select Switch Pull the Multi Function Lever towards you to switch the headlights to HIGH beam Pul
56. on the World Wide Web at www techauthority daimlerchrysler com 342 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE BEEN 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 rating 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
57. opening NOTE When reinstalling the wheel center cap insure that the valve stem symbol on the back of the cap is pointed toward the wheel valve stem Install the center cap using hand pressure only Do not use a hammer 258 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MEM JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES IF BATTERY IS LOW Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmis sion cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a discharged battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly so follow this procedure carefully the hood is raised It can start anytime the ignition switch is on You can be hurt by the fan Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush contaminated area immediately with large quan tities of water A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flammable 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 EN WHAT TO DO IN EMER
58. overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Section 7 of this manual Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph 3 Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position The Low Fuel Light will turn on when the fuel level reaches approximately 2 to 4 gallons 7 to 15 liters this light will remain on until fuel is added UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 4 Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled about one mile with the turn signals on a chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate check for a defective outside light bulb 5 Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed 6 Anti Lock Light This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system 140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be
59. panel knee blockers to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Left and right side curtain 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 If your vehicle is equipped the side curtain airbag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side collisions In certain types of collisions where the airbags deploy you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position 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 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN 1 Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag An airbag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position Children that are not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt refer to section on Child Restraint should be secured in the rear seat in a child restraint or belt positioning booster seat appropriate for the size and age of the child Older children who do not use a child restraint or belt positioning booster seat should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat Never allow chil dren to slid
60. peru t etna S01 XX bad 277 Gasol esset ik end ERA 235 Gauge bide based Pu n s de onem ox Pe Pass 139 en INDEX 351 LlOS S spa renim ens RR Rae E eee es 294 Octane Rating 4 4 02268004 e ER ees 235 312 Requirements 2 don oi ee keya CR ROS ADR 235 Tank Capacity 2 6 aa a eee 311 Fueling ooa sis odori Mug ia ata ee aes iesus 240 FUSES guck ERIGRES RURISGGY Re XE 305 Garage Door Opener 00 0000000 115 Gas Cap wake hann eie oa pene 240 Gasoline 2 4444 00444 e esebe0ae Raed oa ed 235 Gasoline Clean Air 2 1 es 236 Gasoline Reformulated sss 236 Gauges Coolant Temperature ipai i auas 138 Fuel 5 25 dk 6 uter Ses oi BB See dbs qur Spr 139 Sp edOmieleE uos dose x Rede cede nae oes 139 Tachometer 45S eS Gd Pew oe ace 142 Gearshift susct pix S der eescf edere rug dA Bact dur 203 General Information 05 15 23 233 Glass C Iear ng uu ute rer rm Ree e S 303 Grocery Bag Retainer i 226040646 e as 98 Gross Axle Weight Rating 242 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 242 Hands Free Phone ille 73 Hazard Warning Flasher 4 250 Head Phones amp 2o ad ae fee ae a pucr 175 Head Restraints 0 0 0 0 cee eee 86 Headlights se scele bea g cea heeds 308 Bulb Replacement 000 307 High Beam s erem eee Re e ees 107 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 107 Passing 4s e ese dere a boas prai a Replacing 9
61. possible NOTE e The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection e Exxon Mobil Speed Pass additional Sentry Keys or any other transponder equipped components on the same keychain will not cause a key related transpon der fault unless the additional part is physically held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle Cell phones pagers or other RF electronics will not cause interference with this system All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 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 Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to the dealer Sentry Key Programming
62. rear cargo area A single disc containing map information for the entire United States and parts of Canada is stored in the DVD unit Updated DVD s are available from your authorized dealer es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 To replace the navigation map DVD lift the storage bin cover and liner in the rear cargo area press the eject button and the disc will eject Gently insert the new disc into the DVD unit with the label facing up The disc will automatically be pulled into the DVD unit CLIMATE CONTROLS The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control The Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control ATC System automatically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and front seat passenger This is accomplished by using two infrared sensors located in the center of the instrument panel The two infrared sensors independently measure the surface temperature of the driver and front seat passenger Based on the sensor input the system automatically adjusts the air temperature the airflow volume the airflow distribu tion and amount of inside air recirculation to maintain front seat occupant comfort even under changing out side weather conditions 80e550c0 To operate the system press either the AUTO HI or AUTO LO buttons The system now automatically 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME regu
63. serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti Lock brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the Ignition switch is turned to the ON position have the light inspected by an authorized dealer 7 Brake System Warning Light BRAKE This light monitors various brake functions D including brake fluid level and parking brake application If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied there is a low brake fluid level or there is a problem with the anit lock brake system The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system Failure of either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level The light will remain on until the cause is corrected NOTE The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi tions The vehicle should have service performed If brake failure is indicated immediate repair is neces sary 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 Vehicles equipped with Anti Lock brakes ABS are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD
64. sssss 340 lll Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades Wedd Weal ias orae ea Mord Traction Grades Temperature Grades 336 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 AII 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 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
65. sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in the ignition and any front door is open the power locks will not operate This prevents you from acciden tally locking your keys in the vehicle Removing the key or closing the door will allow the locks to operate A chime will sound if the key is in the ignition and a door is open as a reminder to remove the key Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if The Auto Lock feature is enabled the transmission is in gear all doors are closed the vehicle speed is above 15 mph 24 km h and gae 9 N H the doors were not previously locked using the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter The Automatic Door Locks can be enabled or disabled by performing the procedure in the Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features section 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN Auto Unlock The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if 1 The Auto Unlock feature is enabled 2 the transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph 0 km h 3 the transmission is in NEUTRAL o
66. time the rear fan will shut off When the ATC display reads REAR AUTO or when the rear fan is off the switch located in the center console between the second row seats is not functional When the ATC display reads REAR only the rear seat occupants can control the rear fan speed from the rear switch When in the REAR mode the rear occupants can set the rear switch to any fan speed including OFF or AUTO While in the AUTO position the rear fan speed will be automatically controlled Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating A 50 solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended Refer to section 7 Maintenance Procedures of this manual for proper coolant selection Winter Operation To insure the best possible heater and defroster perfor mance make sure the engine cooling system is function ing properly and the proper amount type and concen tration of coolant is used Refer to section 7 Maintenance Procedures of this manual for proper coolant selection 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter months is not recommended because it may cause window fogging Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or m
67. 2 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN To Activate Push the ON OFF button once and the CRUISE indi cator located near the instrument cluster odometer will illuminate showing the electronic speed control system is on To turn the system OFF push the ON OFF button again and the system and indicator will turn off WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidently 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 aren t using it To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed press and release the SET button Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed The CRUISE SET indicator located near the instrument clus ter odometer will illuminate showing the electronic speed control is set NOTE While in the AutoStick mode Speed Control will only function in third or fourth gear To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pushing the CANCEL button or normal braking while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the speed control without erasing the memory Pushing the ON OFF button to the OFF position or turning off the ignition erases the speed memory ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed push and release the ACCEL RESUME button
68. 268 ll Onboard Diagnostic System OBDII 269 H Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs as a mae ber edere a 270 B Replacement Parts a csse ER RR 271 H Dealer Service 2 1 ees 271 Bi Maintenance Procedures 00005 272 Enone ON cues eee eae At wee eae 272 Engine Oil Filter so cc cava ao ea eee 276 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tension 276 Spatk Plugs 2s dts qeu Sash eas awe 277 Engine Air Cleaner Filter sess 277 Fuel Filter 2 222222 s ees Catalytic Converter Maintenance Free Battery 279 Air Conditioner ss staire st pii oki e a 281 Power Steering Fluid Check 282 Front amp Rear Suspension BallJoints 283 266 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BEEN Steering Shaft Seal lesus 283 Steering Linkage sosse liess eee 283 Drive Shaft Universal Joints 283 Body Lubrication llle 284 Windshield Wiper Blades 284 Windshield And Rear Window Washers 285 Exhaust System llle 285 Cooling System llle less 286 Hoses And Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 291 Braks oe cs cae Ra eee ERG Abed EO a 292 Master Cylinder ABS Brakes Brake Fluid Level Check eem Remo SPI es 293 Fuel System Hoses me sapatine a gaene 294 Automatic Transmission
69. 44 P4 EREE EDI he E Kei WICH i eot ax udtodus Hon bain eae Hon diri Time Delay xcieaaueeeene rere esee Heated Seats llle Heater Engine Block 352 INDEX EBENEN Holder Cup cse Ye ri e d A ders 126 Homelink Transmitter llle 115 Hood Release leen 100 HOSES sie n AX Peek we ea 291 294 Ignition Key ccc sessed sek es exa e x e ae e aee n 11 Illuminated Entry 0 0 00000000 15 Immobilizer ee 12 Indicator Traction Control 0 141 Infant Restraint 0 0 0 0 00 cee eee eee 56 Information Center Vehicle LL 145 Instrument Cluster lesen 137 138 Instrument Panel and Controls 136 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 303 Integrated Power Module 305 Interior Appearance Care 00005 302 Interior Fuses 541494 Sw esheseenru ue hU ERRORS 305 Interior Lights 2 dao Poca odes 103 104 Intermittent Wipers 0 0 0 0 eee ad sa 108 Introduction iori ehe erem 4 Jack Location 2 erg oe ERE ERR 253 Jack Operation eso swig oa chido Pues 252 255 Jump Starting 0 eee 258 Key Programming lees 14 Key Replacement 0 0000 e eee eee 14 Key Seny ss esie dese IURE E ones 12 Key In Reminder os ressa llle 12 Keyless Entry System llle 19 Keys caede 2S e e e ae ues A Eb ea hd a 11 Knee Bolster llle 47 50 Lap Shoulder Belts as eR
70. 57 The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 9 kg 20 lbs 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 infant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who weigh more than 9 kg 20 lbs but are less than one year old Rearward facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position child seats used in the forward facing direction are for children who weigh 9 to 18 kg 20 to 40 Ibs and who are older than one year The belt positioning booster seat is for children weigh ing more than 18 kg 40 Ibs but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child can not sit with knees bent over the vehicles seat cushion while the child s back is against the seat back they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt Some booster seats are equipped with a front shield and are held in the vehicle by the lap portion NOTE For additional refer to www seatcheck org Children who weigh more than 9 kg 20 Ibs and who information are older than one year can ride forward facing i
71. A fourth outlet is located on the driver s side in the rear cargo area and is also controlled by the ignition switch N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key or battery symbol indicating the power source The passen ger side instrument panel and center console outlets are powered directly from the battery items plugged into these outlets may discharge the battery and or prevent engine starting The passenger side and center console outlets are pro tected by an automatic reset circuit breaker The auto matic circuit breaker restores power when the overload is removed NOTE If desired the fourth power outlet in the rear cargo area can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch in the OFF position Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION e Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent engine starting Accessories that draw higher power ie coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these intermittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accesso ries still plugged in the
72. CD DVD changer is a multi disc changer and will accept up to six discs Gently insert one disc into the CD DVD changer with the label facing up The disc will automatically be pulled into the CD DVD changer 9 To insert additional discs into the changer follow the instructions shown 1 Select and press any numbered button without an illuminated light above it 2 Insert the disc while the light above the chosen button is flashing and the light below the loading slot is illumi nated 3 Upon insertion the disc will begin to play and both the button light and the light below the loading slot will illuminate es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 4 Repeat the process for loading any additional CD DVDs The CD DVD changer will stop while additional CD DVDs are loaded If the volume control is ON the unit will switch from radio to CD DVD mode and begin to play The radio display will show the chapter number and index time in hours and minutes of the DVD and the track number minutes and second of the CD Play will begin automati cally in approximately 20 seconds If the DVD does not play automatically press the ENTER button on the remote control or on the side of the video screen to select play from the menu options 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 disc with the ignition ON
73. 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 and liftgate When REMOTE UNLOCK ALL DOORS is selected all of the doors and the liftgate will unlock at the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock button Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select DRIVER S DOOR 1ST or ALL DOORS Remote Linked To Memory Available with Memory Seat Only 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 On 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 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss Flash Lights On 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 m
74. ENT BRAKE SYSTEM ane CX ORARE C lt 7 Z x a WINDSHIELD LOW BEAM WASHER FAILURE oF ANTiLOCK BRAKING SYSTEM E WINDSHIELD WASHER FRONT FOG LIGHT FLUID LEVEL SEAT BELT O ez 9 1 WINDSHIELD EXTERIOR BULB ELECTRICALLY NATED AIRBAG FAILURE WINDSHIELD DOME LIGHT pie SIDE AIRBAG cry 0 Q2 WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER HAZARD PARK LIGHTS AIRBAG Pd SUPPLEMENTAL oO RESTRAINT SYSTEM WINDOW LOCK LIGHTER HOOD RELEASE LIFTGATE RELEASE AND LIFTGATE OPEN FE HORN UPPER AIR OUTLET e na amp HEATED SEAT Low amp KEY ACTIVATE UPPER AND LOWER HEATED SEAT POWER OUTLET AIR QUTLET HIGH e i LOWER AIR OUTLET P oe o x DEFROST AND LOWER AIR OUTLET RECIRCULATION ss VENTILATING FAN I gt SLIDING DOOR TRUNK DECK RELEASE AIR CONDITIONING Dm d EMERGENCY CONVERTIBLE TOP UP RELEASE HANDLE SLIDING DOOR gays xj Aah PASSENGER DOOR AJAR CONVERTIBLE TOP DOWN AIRBAG OFF im DOORLOCK ADJUSTABLE PEDALS WINDOW LIFT TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR e VOICE RECOGNITION BUTTON Ge SX UGONNECT BUTTON CONVERTIBLE 4 WINDOW DOWN POWER STEERING FLUID LI SEE OWNER S MANUAL ISO XJ INSTUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATION rd 1 N MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TRACTION CONTROL WARNING 8114c4bd INTRODUCTION 5 6 INTRODUCTION EE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result i
75. ERING COLUMN To tilt the column pull the lever located behind the turn signal control toward you and move the steering wheel up or down as desired Release the lever to lock the steering 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 IF EQUIPPED The traction control Indicator located in the instrument cluster will light up when the Traction Control is in use To turn the system OFF press the Traction Control switch located on center console next to the ash tray until the traction control Indicator in the instrument cluster lights up ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 To turn the system back ON press the switch a second time until the traction control Indicator turns OFF NOTE e The traction control Indicator comes on each time the ignition switch is turned ON This will occur even if you used the switch to turn the system OFF e The Traction Control system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when in operation ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged this device takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 30 mph 50 km h The speed control switches are located on the steering wheel 80e550b1 11
76. ERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME The UConnect phone book enables you to store up to 32 names and four numbers per name This system is driven through your Bluetooth Hands Free Profile cellular phone UConnect features Bluetooth technol ogy the global standard that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station so UConnect works no matter where you stow your cellular phone be it your purse pocket or briefcase UConnect allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to the system and it is available in English French or Spanish formats as equipped The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system and the control buttons that will enable you to access the system The diagram below shows the mirror with the appropriate buttons Individual button behavior is discussed in the Operation Section 8105b20d The UConnect system can be used with any Hands Free Profile certified Bluetooth cellular phone If your cellular phone has a different profile i e headset profile you will not be able to use any UConnect features The UConnect system is fully integrated into your vehicle including your vehicle s stereo system All voice ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 prompts as well as the other party s voice in a conversa tion will be played over your vehicle s stereo system The volume of the UConnect system can b
77. FF is released The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 RND Random Play Press the RND 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 TUNE RW is pressed the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play CD DVD Changer Operation Press the MODE button to select between the CD player and the optional remote CD DVD changer Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD or DVD playing time to time of day 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RBP AM amp FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER CD PLAYER AND OPTIONAL CD DVD CHANGER CONTROLS PUSH ON VOL ES TREB AC am DE Dd boar ena auro metac ee EL ra eo 80e7c9a0 Radio Operation Power Volume Control Press the ON VOL control to turn the radio on Turn the volume control to the right to increase the volume NOTE Power to operate the ra
78. GENCIES 259 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 and without letting the vehicles touch Set the parking brake place the automatic transmission in PARK and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position for both vehicles 3 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electrical loads 4 Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 5 Connect the other cable first to the negative terminal 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 260 WHAT T
79. ING 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 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 that 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 reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times Lap Shoulder Belts All the seats in your vehicle are equipped with Lap Shoulder Belts The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions But in a collision the belt will lock and reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING WARNING e t is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area e Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat inside or o
80. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed Do not shift from REVERSE PARK or NEUTRAL into any forward gear when the engine is above Brake Transmission Interlock System This system prevents you from moving the gear shift out of PARK and into any gear unless the brake pedal is idle speed pressed This system is active only while the ignition Before shifting into any gear make sure your foot switch is in the ACCESSORY or ON position Always is firmly on the brake pedal depress the brake pedal first before moving the gear selector out of PARK 202 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the ACCESSORY or ON position NOTE If a malfunction occurs the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service Four Speed Automatic Transmission The electronically controlled transmission provides a precise
81. It may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop erly See your authorized dealer for service High Intensity Discharge Headlights HID If Equipped The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the headlight switch off and the key removed Because of this you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb yourself If a headlight bulb fails take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service NOTE On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis charge Headlights HID when the headlights are turned on there is a blue hue to the lights This diminishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds as the system charges ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 Front Park Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lights 1 Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forward away from the vehicle EX 80t6713e 2 Twist the bulb socket to remove from the headlight module and pull the bulb from socket 3 Replace the bulb reinstall the socket and then reinstall the headlight module Front Fog Light 1 Remove the screw from the front of the fog light and pull out from the front of the fascia 2 Twist the front fog light bulb to remove from the fog light module 3 Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EE CAUTION Do not tou
82. NDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME The UConnect system will then prompt you to begin the cellular phone pairing process on your cellular phone Please see your cellular phone user s manual for instructions on how to complete this step For identification purposes you will be prompted to give the UConnect system a name for your cellular phone Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7 1 having the highest priority You can connect up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect system and the priority allows the UConnect system to know which cellular phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time For example if a priority 3 and priority 5 cellular phone are both in the vehicle the UConnect system will use the priority 3 cellular phone when you make a call You can select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time Making a Phone Call Using Digit Dialing e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Dial or Call followed by the phone number you wish to dial For example you can say Dial 123 456 7890 The phone number that you enter must be a valid length Making a Phone Call Using Your UConnect Phonebook e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Dial or Call followed by the name and
83. NING others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call a service center if your e Getting under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you hood yourself see Section 7 Maintenance of this You could be crushed Never get any part of your manual Follow the warnings under the Cooling body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need System Pressure Cap paragraph to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas EN WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 253 Jack Location Spare Tire Stowage The jack and jack handle are stowed in the rear storage The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by bin located in the rear cargo floor Pull up on the storage means of a cable winch mechanism To remove or stow bin cover and liner to access the jack and jack tools the spare use the jack handle to rotate the spare tire drive nut The nut is located under the trim cover at the center of the rear storage bin in the rear cargo floor 254 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME Spare Tire Removal Fit the jack handle over the drive nut Rotate the nut to the left unti
84. O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone 800 465 2001 338 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE M 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 Service Contract 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
85. O DO IN EMERGENCIES BEEN 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 accident 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 to avoid a collision in a sudden stop FREEING A STUCK 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 EN WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 261 WARNING TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Igniti
86. OUR VEHICLE 285 Windshield and Rear Window Washers The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared It is located in the engine compartment and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radiator antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system 286 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust Cooling System system when 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 com plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Inspection e When working near the radiator cooling fan turn the ignition key to the OFF position The fan is te
87. Rm 32 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren sp acuteigk ER Rer pes 53 55 Latches Hood ict bap be REA Pxexdp 93 p ER eR s 100 Lead Free Gasoline cv abes re Ran wed 235 PUT SALE o ees m e ober hn ahs ads 26 LiglitS etos paduistin s ER ara und ted ated 63 102 APDAg 2 nob baad nee meh pd bandes 47 52 63 145 Anti LOOK 2 coit rseoaa de oes o ous 139 Automatic Headlights llle 105 Back DUp ourene edo tonte eode deron ds 310 Brake Warning 0c cee ee eee 140 Bulb Replacement 0 0 306 307 Courtesy Reading iles 102 Sun ERR 143 Daytime Running o ssec araea praes raisi 105 Dimmer Switch Headlight 103 Engine Temperature Warning 145 FOS coe Rp e a emire e d a end 106 143 309 Hazard Warning Flasher iius 250 Headlight Switch a scerI IR rem x 103 en INDEX 353 Headlights sasa oerte EUR dne 103 307 308 High Beam Indicator 200 143 Illuminated Entty iE 15 Instrument Cluster 000 eae 103 Interlok es4 sda Sukie enreda ya ne kd b yd 104 License sszzz semddue Benhq ed f e xa 311 Lights On Reminder 0005 105 Malfunction Indicator less 143 Oil Pressure lees 144 Park ese het deed exea ERAT T baa 309 Reading 22 ex E er em 114 Reat Servicing uvas e tes x Rs 310 Rear Tail eu cat Eee pepe sat eus 310 Seat Belt Reminder less 144 OerVICe uu pA peg B
88. SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE E INTRODUCTION 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE cece cece ccc cvccce 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL le cece cece cece cc hh hh hn 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 444599 aya 4944599 c SNES ESTE STRESS e WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES eeeeeeeeeeeeeee hh hm hh nnn 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE cece cece cece cece hh hh hh hh nnn 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ccc ccc ccc c cnc c rence hh s tn 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE cc ccccccccccccccccccceeccceecccece 10 MIND EX dT Information Provided by DEALER INTRODUCTION CONTENTS E introduction ssses ee 4 Vehicle Identification Number 6 Bl How To Use This Manuadl ls 4 Bl Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 lal Warnings And Cautions 0 6 4 INTRODUCTION EE 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 st
89. System Controls 178 Radio Operation se pu riiete esine e 178 Tape Player 22 sux ex mone Aa ND es 178 CO Player s gre reet pe Ere pet ea 179 ll Radio General Information 179 Radio Broadcast Signals 179 Two Types Of Signals 0 179 Electrical Disturbances 179 AM Reception x3 aye ky ead eneses 180 FM Reception 6 nnda cece eee ee eee 180 ll Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance 180 lil CD DVD Disc Maintenance 181 lll Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 182 ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 lll Navigation System If Equipped 182 Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control 183 Bl Climate Controls 0 004 183 Electric Rear Window Defroster 193 136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 1 3 2 14 13 12 1 Air Outlets 2 Instrument Cluster 3 Electronic Vehicle Information Center 4 Navigation Buttons 5 Analog Clock 34 156 1 11 6 Hazard Switch 7 Climate Controls 8 Radio 9 Glove Box 10 CD DVD Player 11 Power Outlets 12 Ignition Switch 13 Theft Alarm Immobilizer Light 14 Trip Odometer Button If Equipped 80ee5ba1 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER km h xiao 7 8 M e h R f Navigation Screen Area LO P M T Equipped Wao T
90. TING AND OPERATING ME WARNING 1 Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Overloading of your tire is dangerous Overloading can cause tire failure affect vehicle handling and increase your stopping distance Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle never overload them Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure Tire Pressure dais Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and You could lose control of your vehicle satisfactory operation of your vehicle Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure handling and can fail suddenly resulting in loss of vehicle control Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom mended cold tire inflation pressure en STARTING AND OPERATING 223 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 replaceme
91. The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPM system uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels EXCLUDING THE SPARE TIRE Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC display in the instrument cluster NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and too main tain the proper pressure When the appropriate conditions exist the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC displays the following messages ee STARTING AND OPERATING 231 1 2 3 OR 4 TIRE S LOW PRESSURE Low tire pressure levels of 25 psi 1 72 bars 172 kPa or less detected in one or more tires Inspect all tires for proper inflation pressure once the proper tire pressure has been set the TPM system warning will reset automatically when the vehicle has been driven for at least 2 minutes at or above 20 mph 32 km h 1 2 3 OR 4 TIRE S HIGH PRESSURE High tire pressure levels of 45 psi 3 10 bars 310 kPa or more detected in one or more tires Inspect all tires for proper inflation pressure once the proper tire pressure has been set the TPM system warning will reset automatically when the vehicle has been driven for at least 2 minutes at or above 20 mph 32 km h SERVICE TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM SEE OWNER S MANUAL The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPM syste
92. a eS keds bh E ROPA 306 307 Service Engine Soon 6 ee casd sawana 143 Side Marker 3 2 teu ace y ble Bs 310 Turn Signal Voltage ise dete beak soras 354 INDEX a Load Leveling System 000000 132 Loading Vehicle 452 64 241 243 Capaciti S i e aca ceder Cx NE ed wee 243 Tires da uxor E ee gas 2a muere OR Su 218 Locks D F zaxeiee d eek nue dGecee3e 3 x Ede sats 16 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH ueuekexdm deber Yuetic wae tess 53 55 Lubrication Body 6 eee 284 Luggage Rack ereda s aenak eee 130 Maintenance Free Battery 4 279 Maintenance Procedures 0 0000005 272 Maintenance Schedule 000005 316 Light Duty Schedule A 2 0000 330 Light Duty Schedule B 319 Schedule A uuo wi 24 qd ew Che eae 4 330 Sched le B sic a eura RE Ra 319 Malfunction Indicator Light 143 270 Manual Service llle 340 Memory Seat o he e 9 e a 72 88 Mini Trip Computer 000000 153 MittOI sie ace uan Bh eave a ee ERE are FUN 69 Automatic Dimming 6 6 00 eee eee 70 Electric Remote 0 00 0 eee eee 72 Exterior Folding sites easi mesde eneas 70 Heated vule eR EN AREE a a E 72 Memory saries Seg resbalebqr alan hae 88 Outside suae 4444 ne ode OE eR DER ease 7 R arvieWw 24500944948 cu waa ce aa eee eee i 69 Vanity aac baie de se eda ie diee seem a s 73 Modifications A
93. a seat appropriate for their age and size According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in 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 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH Each vehicle is equipped with two child restraint anchor age systems called LATCH which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren The LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed on all second row seats 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se The lower anchor bars of the LATCH System are located where the seat back meets the seat cushion He 80003186 The tether anchors are located on the rear surface of the seat Child restraint systems designed to be compatible with the vehicles LATCH System are now available LATCH child restraints make installation into the vehicle simple and convenient When using the LATCH System always follow the child restraint manufactures installation instructions ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 NOTE If your child restraint seat is not LATCH com patible
94. ady prompt say Setup Confirmation The UConnect system will play the current confir mation prompt status and you will be given the choice to change it Low Signal Battery Strength and Roam Notification The UConnect system will provide notification to inform you if your cellular phone is in roaming status has low signal strength or has a low battery when you are trying to place a phone call 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect system By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth cellular phone the audio will be played through your vehicle s stereo sys tem The UConnect system will work the same as if you dialed the number using voice recognition Mute Unmute When you mute the UConnect system you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party but the other party will not be able to hear you In order to mute the UConnect system press the Voice Recognition button and say Mute In order to unmute the UConnect system press the Voice Recognition button and say Unmute Help If you need assistance at any prompt or if you want to know what your options are at any prompt say Help The UConnect system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help Cancel At any prompt you can say Cancel and you will be
95. ake sure that the child is upright in the seat e The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible e Check belt fit periodically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position e f 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 under an arm or behind their back ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet could 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 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle 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 engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur The rec
96. and the radio OFF the DVD will automatically be pulled into the DVD changer and the display will show the time of day EJECT EJT Button If there is a single disc in the changer press the EJT button and the disc will eject The unit will switch to the radio mode If you do not remove the disc within 10 seconds it will be reloaded and the display will show PAUSE The radio mode will continue to operate To eject additional discs from the changer first select the numbered button where the disc is located and then press the EJT button The disc can be ejected with the radio OFF 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss Operating Instructions Remote Control Power Button PWR Pressing the POWER button will turn the rear audio video system ON OFF The headphone symbol will flash for approximately 5 seconds in the radio display and sound can be heard from the headphones NOTE e The power button on the headphones must be turned ON before sound can be heard from the headphones e When the rear audio video system is ON sound can only be heard from the front speakers The rear speakers will turn back on when the rear audio video system is turned OFF MENU Button This button only functions in the DVD video mode Press this button once to go to the on screen menu press the button a second time to go to the main menu When the DVD is in stop mode pressing the menu button for 3 seconds will display the set up screen
97. anner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others STARTING AND OPERATING 209 amp 3 The ABS light monitors the Anti Lock Brake Sys tem The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds 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 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 If the ABS light does not come on when the Ignition switch is turned to the ON position have the bulb repaired as soon as possible If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Light remain on the Anti Lock brakes ABS and Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD systems are not function ing Immediate repair to the ABS system is required 210 STARTING AND OPERATING ME When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph 11 km h you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises These noises are the system per forming its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS system is working properly This self check occurs each time the vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph 11 km h ABS is activated during braking under certain road or st
98. arbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning e Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh outside air into the vehicle Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte nance Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly Until repaired drive with all side windows fully open Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex haust gases from entering the vehicle 240 STARTING AND OPERATING ME ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle 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 CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling
99. arpet or gymnasium floor They are not caused by contact with chemicals They are not permanent and normally heal quickly However if you haven t healed significantly within a few days or if Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot you have any blistering see your doctor immediately protect you in another collision Have the airbags and seat belt pretensioners replaced by an autho e As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke like rized dealer as soon an possible particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin Enhanced Accident Response eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation If the airbags and seat belt pertensioners deploy after an rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat impact and the electrical system remains functional irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues vehicles equipped with power door locks will unlock see your doctor If these particles settle on your automatically In addition approximately 5 seconds after clothing follow the garment manufacturer s instruc the vehicle has stopped moving the interior lights will tions for cleaning illuminate until the ignition switch is turned off 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Maintaining Your Airbag System Airbag Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for yo
100. assette tape Clean and demagnetize the tape heads at least twice a year Tape Side VA PTY Pressing the VA button during tape mode will cause the other side of the tape to be played The display will confirm the selected tape play direction The time is always displayed Tape Press the TAPE button to select the Tape mode ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 Seek 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 7 selections Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection twice to move 2 selections etc the display will show the total number of times the SEEK button was pushed The SEEK function will be cancelled by pressing either the FF RW or AM FM button 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 down momentarily to reverse the tape direction The tape will rewind until the button is pressed again or until the beginning of the tape is reached At the beginning of the tape the tape will play in the opposite direction EJT Tape Press the EJT TAPE button and the cassette will disen gage a
101. at you have programmed in the radio pre set 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 es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 CD Player 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 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 malfunctio
102. ation or loss of oil pressure This could damage your engine 274 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil should be changed Check the following list to see if any apply to you 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 e 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 e Taxi Police or delivery service commercial service e Off Road or desert operation 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 circumstances should oil change in tervals exceed 6000 miles 10 000 km or 6 months whichever comes first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacture only recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specifica
103. atory to replace any damaged hoses or quick connect fittings that have been removed during service Care should be taken in installing quick connect fittings to insure they are properly installed and fully connected See your authorized dealer for service Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission and differential assembly are contained within a single housing All automatic transmissions are equipped with a conven tional filler tube and dipstick If fluid is added it should be added through the dipstick hole in the case The dipstick is located just behind the radiator lower right side Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor mance Use only manufacturers recommended transmis sion fluid refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid 296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BEEN CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturers recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type 4 SPEED DIPSTICK RADIOS COLDSO ONT
104. autions 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 A 3 Do not apply paper paper CD labels or tape to the disc avoid scratching 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 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation NAVIGATION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The navigation system provides maps turn identifica tion selection menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destinations and routes The buttons to operate the system are located on the instrument panel next to the analog clock Refer to your Navigation User s Manual for detailed operating instructions The navigation DVD unit is located in the underfloor storage compartment in the
105. ay 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 Headlamp On With Wipers Available with Auto Headlights Only When this feature is selected and the headlight switch has at least once been moved to the AUTO position the headlights will turn on in approximately 10 seconds 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 miles 3 200 km and 6 000 miles 10 000 km in 500 mile 800 km increments may be selected Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select distances between 2 000 miles 3 200 km and 6 000 miles 10 000 km in 500 mile 800 km increments es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 Reset Service Distance Displays Only if Service Interval was Changed When this feature is
106. back reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Second Row Manual Seat Adjuster The adjusting bar is located under the front of the seat Pull the bar up and move the seat to the desired position Release the bar to lock the seat into position Using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 WARNING Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Second Row Fold amp Tumble Seats The second row seats can be folded and tumbled forward for easy access to the third seat or rear cargo area To fold and tumble the seat follow these steps 1 Remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the Seat 2 Lower the head restraint to its full downward position and rotate the arm rest to the upright position 3 Move the seat to the full rear position 4 Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat labeled 1 and fold the seatback down To assure the seatback is latched in the folded position additional downward pressure on the seatback may be required when folding
107. can disregard the call and continue with your current conversation 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress To make a second call while you are currently in a call press the Voice Recognition button and say Dial or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress Putting a Call on Hold and Retrieving a Call from Hold To put a call on hold press the Phone button until you hear a single beep which will indicate that the call has been placed on hold To bring the call back from hold press the Phone button Toggling Between Two Calls If two calls are in progress one active and one on hold press the Phone button until you hear a single beep indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls have switched Only one call can be placed on hold at one time Conference Call When two calls are in progress one active and one on hold press the Phone button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call Three Way Calling To initiate three way calling press the Voice Recogni tion button while a call is in progress and make a second phone call When the second call is established press the Phone button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into
108. can t maintain a constant speed Your vehicle 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 OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The overhead console can contain courtesy reading lights an optional universal garage door opener HomeLink storage for sunglasses optional power sunroof switches and an optional power liftgate switch 80ee5d20 Courtesy Reading Lights At the forward end of the console are two courtesy reading lights Press the lens to turn these lights on Press a second time to turn the lights off es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 The lights also turn on when a front door a rear door or the liftgate is opened The lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed Sunglasses Storage At the rear of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses Press the door latch to open the compartment The door will slowly rotate to an open position GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED 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
109. ce to be reprogrammed General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the keyless entry transmitter or open the doors The lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned on NOTE e The overhead console door courtesy liftgate and reading lights will not operate if the dimmer control is in the defeat position extreme downward position 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE es DOOR LOCKS WARNING Manual Door Locks Lock the doors by pushing up on the lock knob on each door trim panel e For personal security and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock and lock your vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe per sonal injuries and death If the lock knob is up when you shut the door the door will lock Therefore make
110. ch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal Side Marker and Back up Lights 1 Raise the liftgate 2 Remove the two tail light assembly screws and rotate the assembly outward to remove the ball stud form the attaching grommet E 80f67f65 3 Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the housing 4 Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket 5 Replace the bulb reinstall the socket and reattach the tail light assembly ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 License Light FLUID CAPACITIES 1 Place a screwdriver in the slot next to the release tab US Metric and push on the release tab to remove the lens Fuel approximate 23 gallons 87 liters 2 Unscrew the bulb and remove it from the socket Eee ey Hie Replace the bulb and push on the lens until it snaps into 3 5 Liter Engines So qts 5 2 liters place Cooling System 3 5 Liter Engines 10 5 qts 9 9 liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M RECOMMENDED FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula HOAT Hybrid Or ganic Additive Technology Engine Oil Use API Certified mee
111. ck Unlock NOTE If desired the Flash Lights On Lock Unlock feature can be turned on and off by referring to the Customer Programmable Features of the Electronic Ve hicle Information Center EVIC section or by following these steps 1 Press the LOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds 2 While the LOCK button is pressed after 4 seconds press the UNLOCK button Release both buttons The Flash Lights On Lock Unlock feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure The table below explains the Lamp Flash options Function Which Turn Signal Number of Lamps Flashes Lock All 1 Unlock 1st Driver s Side 2 Press Unlock All All 2 Doors Liftgate All 2 ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration If your Remote Keyless Entry transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 A weak battery in the transmitter The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios Transmitter Battery Service The reco
112. cle to seek assistance the Hazard Warning Flashers will continue to operate even though the ignition switch is OFF NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning Flash ers may wear down your battery EN WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 251 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 transmission in neutral but do not increase 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 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 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 air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H turn the engine off immediately and call for service 252 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME WARNING JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or WAR
113. cond and or third hand held transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink buttons Boece 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 es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 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 2 Position the end of your hand held transmitter 1 3 inches 3 8 cm away from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button that you want to train and the hand held trans mitter buttons Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed NOTE Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace this Programming Step 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Pro gramming section 4 The HomeLink indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons after the indicator light changes from the slow to the rapid flash 5 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink button and observe the
114. cregnes rasan V26377 NOTE For lighted switches see your dealer for replace ment instructions All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement es MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307 LIGHT BULBS Exterior Bulb Number Backup ceisiai eue be Yea iR 921 Rear Stop Turn Signal sse eses credesse sisas 3157 Rear Sidemarker osre 0 0 0 0 00 eee ene 168 Fog Light nss vseso soit nb area id gen egens 880L Front Turn Signal 0 0 0 eese 3157 Front Sidemarker 6 0 00 00 pi ereraa 194 Headlight ss i204 00 4m B9 RRRRPRERS H7 License uea cec ezchaa c d Dee Sl hans a SX YA 168 BULB REPLACEMENT Standard Quad Headlights 1 Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forward away from the vehicle 806 7i3e 2 Remove the rubber boot seals 3 Disconnect the electrical connector 4 Rotate the bulb to the left and replace the bulb Reinstall the rubber boot seals and then the headlight module 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EE WARNING A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of High Intensity Discharge HID headlights when the CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol headlight switch is turned ON
115. d is selected SA will appear in your radio display B10286a4 A disc may remain in the radio while in the Satellite or radio mode 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM FM or Satellite 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 in will by pass stations without stopping until you release it 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 Balance The Balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Press the AUDIO button select BALANCE then turn the volume knob to adjust the balance Fade The Fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers Press the AUDIO button select FADE then turn the volume knob to adjust the fade balance Tone Control The Bass and or Treble controls sound for the desired tone Press the AUDIO button select Bass or TREBLE then turn the volume knob to increase or decrease amplification of the band To Set The Radio Push Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish t
116. d should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard Refer to the Tire Safety Information Section in this manual e The D range can be selected when towing However if frequent shifting occurs while in this range the 3 range must be selected NOTE Using the 3 range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces sive shifting and heat build up 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 Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire e Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are recommended for motoring safety 246 STARTING AND OPERATING BEEN The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation See Schedule B in section 8 of this manual for transmission fluid change intervals NOTE Check the automatic transmission fluid level before towing Fluid discoloration or a burnt odor shows the need for a transmission fluid and filter change For vehicles equipped with Autostick By using the Autostick modes and selecting a specific gear range frequent shift
117. designation of a phonebook entry that you wish to dial For example you can say Call John Doe Work ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 Add Names to Your UConnect Phonebook Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt say Phonebook New En try When prompted say the name of the new entry Next enter the number designation e g Home Work Mobile or Pager This will allow you to have multiple numbers for each phonebook entry Recite the phone number for the phonebook entry that you are adding After you are finished adding an entry into the phone book you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu The UConnect system will allow you to enter up to 32 names into the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations Edit Entries in the UConnect Phonebook Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt say Phonebook Edit You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit Next choose the number designation that you wish to edit The choices are home work mobile or pager Recite the new phone number for the phonebook entry that you are editing After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook you will be given the opportunities to edit another entry in the phonebook call the number you just edit
118. dio is supplied through the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio 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 es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types 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 Program Type Radio Display Religious Music Rel Musc 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 and Satellite if equipped modes 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se The radio display will flash SEEK and th
119. display will be replaced with the current instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the outside temperature Press the OUTSIDE TEMP button interior surface of the window again or press the passenger s TEMP button to return the display to the passenger s temperature setting Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Electric Rear Window Defroster Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated side mirrors A light in the button will illuminate to indicate the rear window defroster is ON The defroster automatically turns off after about 10 minutes of operation Information Provided by DEALER STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS H Starting Procedures 1 4 44 sri ete dS 198 A toStick Op rati fi iue a E maceo gates Normal Stating dw RE Rea 198 AutoStick General Information Bl Engine Block Heater If Equipped 200 W Al Wheel Drive If Equipped Bl Automatic Transmission lle 20 MiParking Brake 0000 Brake Transmission Interlock System 201 B Brake System llle 208 Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock Anti Lock Brake System lun 208 E ET a E 202 Wipower DONNE 4 444 96 4 0655 335055055 955 211 d D M DE 20 E Traction Control If Equipped iis 212 B AutoStick aaau aaa eee 204 196 STARTING AND OPERATING M
120. dividual trip mileage To switch from odometer to trip odometers press and es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 release the Trip Odometer button To reset a trip odom eter display the desired trip odometer to be reset then push and hold the button until the display resets ap proximately 2 seconds 14 Cruise Indicator This display indicator shows that the Speed Control System is ON 15 Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system B called OBD that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems The light will illu minate 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 poor fuel quality etc 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 and will not require towing The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert you 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 16 High Beam Light E This light shows that the headlights are on high beam Pull the Multi Function lever towards the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or lo
121. djusts 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 ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 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 Tone Control The tone controls affect the BASS and TREBLE frequency bands Each is controlled by a slider control with a detent at the mid position Moving a control up or down increases or decreases amplification of the band The mid position provides a balanced output AM FM Selection Press the AM FM button to toggle between AM and FM mode The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency The display will show ST when a stereo station is received FM only 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 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 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 Eac
122. door trim panel The bottom switch controls forward and rearward adjustment The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME CAUTION Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear Pull up or push down on the head restraint so that the upper edge is as high as practical To raise the head restraint pull up on the head restraint To lower the head restraint depress the release tab located at the base of the head restraint and push down on the head restraint Heated Seats If Equipped This feature heats the driver front passenger and second row seats The controls for the front heated seats are located on the door trim panel next to the power seat switches es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 The controls for the second row heated seats are located on the center console between the seats Press the switch once to select a heat setting high or low and press the switch a second time in the same direction to turn the heated seat off The indicator light will show when LOW or HIGH heat is ON Press the switch once to select a heat setting high or low and pres
123. e 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue tooth connection between a paired cellular phone and the UConnect system follow the instruction described in your cellular phone user s manual List Paired Cellular Phone Names e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Setup List Phones and the UConnect system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in order from highest prior ity to lowest priority Select a Lower Priority Paired Cellular Phone e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Setup Select Phone e When prompted say the phone name of the cellular phone you wish to use or say List Phones to hear a list of all the phones that have been paired to your UConnect system To select a phone from the list press the Voice Recognition button and say Select e The lower priority phone will only be used for the next phone call After that the UConnect system will return to using the highest priority phone in the vehicle UConnect System Features Barge In Touch Tone Phone Inputs You can use your UConnect system to access a voice mail system an automated service or any other phone number that you can dial with any phone When calling a number with your UConnect system that normally requires you to enter in a touch tone sequence on your cellular phone key
124. e condi tions noted by a diamond at the beginning of the schedule M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 M 330 SCHEDULE A NENNEN M SCHEDULE A Miles 6 000 12 000 18 000 24 000 30 000 36 000 Ne Kilometers 10 000 19 000 29 000 38 000 48 000 58 000 ey Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 fm Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X E Inspect the brake linings X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if X X X X X IE necessary D Replace the engine air cleaner filter X PE Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals Front X IM amp Rear L Relpace the air conditioning filter X X X S 8 ee SCHEDULE A 331 Miles 42 000 48 000 54 000 60 000 66 000 72 000 Kilometers 67 000 77 000 86 000 96 000 106 000 115 000 Months 42 48 54 60 66 72 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if X X X X X necessary Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals Front X amp Rear Check the PCV valve and replace if neces X sary Inspect the serpentine drive belt replace if X X necessary f Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 X months regardless of
125. e controlled through your normal stereo controls The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the UConnect system such as caller ID Operation Voice commands can be used in the operation of the UConnect system and to navigate through the UCon nect menu structure Voice commands should be given after each UConnect system prompt You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options There are two ways to give commands to the UConnect system e You can say Dial at the Ready prompt When prompted for the phone number you wish to dial say the phone number 123 456 7890 e Alternatively as you become familiar with the UCon nect system you can combine the commands and say Dial 123 456 7890 Pairing a Cellular Phone to the UConnect System To begin using your UConnect system you must pair your compatible Bluetooth enabled cellular phone To complete the registration process you will need to refer ence your cellular phone owner s manual e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Setup Phone Pairing e You will be asked to say a four digit pin number into the UConnect system which you will later need to enter into your cellular phone during the cellular phone pairing process You can enter any four digit pin number You will not need to remember this pin number after the initial registration process 76 U
126. e 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 that broadcast the station type Each RDS station will be played for a 5 second scan once around the FM Band and stop at the last station The PTY icon will then turn off 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 in will by pass stations without stopping until you release it Scan Press and release the SCAN button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode The radio will pause for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next To stop the search press the SCAN button a second time 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 BAL The Balance control a
127. e 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 Refer to 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 left and right side curtain airbags do not lean against the door airbags will inflate force fully into the space between you and the door ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING The Front Airbag System consists of the following Airb trol Module with i ted i e Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more r O GUT Oal VILNIUS AOI HRSI NOI severe injuries in a collision The airbags work Md with your seat belt to restrain you properly In e AIRBAG Readiness Light some collisions the airbags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags e Front Passenger Airbag e Driver Airbag Being too close to the steering wheel or instru e Seat Belt Pretensioners ment panel during front airbag deployment could cause serious injury Airbags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably e
128. e 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 required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle 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 engine lubrication the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 273 The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain MIN OIL MARK the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these engines MAX OIL MARK 809744ab CAUTION Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aer
129. ebe a 108 W Overhead Console If Equipped 114 Windshield Wiper Operation 108 Courtesy Reading Lights 114 Intermittent Wiper System 108 Sunglasses Storage si e Es 115 Rear Window Wiper Washer 108 W Garage Door Opener If Equipped 115 W Tilt Steering Column 00 0 110 Programming Homelink 116 HE Traction Control Switch If Equipped 110 Canadian Programming Gate Programming 118 H Electronic Speed Control 54 oo rrr Ra 111 Using Homelink 42242224929 9 4 063 119 68 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Erasing Homelink Buttons 119 Front Seat Cupholders 6 126 Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button 120 Second Row Seat Cupholders 126 DECUIILY ac a oscar dpt a Do ae ep Cp UR es 120 Third Row Seat Cupholders 126 ll Power Sunroof If Equipped IUE Sage ogee Cr n 126 Express Open Feature 040 122 Console Features 0 6 llle 126 Wind Bufteling cercasse cse ye Bede 123 Rear Cargo Storage Bin 127 Sunroof Maintenance 0006 123 Retractable Cargo Area Cover If Equipped 127 H Electrical Power Outlets cuc mx x 124 Cargo Tie Down Hooks 128 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
130. ed or return to the main menu 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Phonebook edit can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook For example the entry John Doe may have a mobile and a home number but you can add John Doe s work number later through phonebook edit Delete Entries in the UConnect Phonebook e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Phonebook Delete e After you enter the phonebook delete menu you will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to delete You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say List Names to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you can choose To select one of the entries from the list press the Voice Recogni tion button while the UConnect system is playing the desired entry and say Delete e After you enter the name the UConnect system will ask you if you wish to delete the home work mobile or pager number for this entry Delete All Entries in the UConnect Phonebook e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Phonebook Delete All e The UConnect system will ask you to verify that you wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook e After confirmation the phonebook entries will be deleted List All Names in the UConnect Phonebook e Press the
131. edals Adjustable 00 0000 99 Pets Los x xaX RR eae ET ES 61 Phone Cellular 5135 wb EXE SES 73 Phone Hands Free 0 00 eee eee 73 Placard Tire and Loading Information 218 Power Brakes ane Bates Wn OP rb edes aun ui Tuas 208 Distribution Center llle 305 Door LOCKS auk RO Rare Re 17 Lift Gate 356 INDEX MMM IVILEROTS cer o ety RPSL ERI TUR gs dre nds 72 Outlet 2222 x 999 9c ee bp n 124 lt e ETEEN eve a utis i 85 STEEN ae A ia a aos las CUR haat SEP A la CR 211 Steering Checking sisse s 282 SUnFOOR x slilrsedbkergeseshkI ped deena be 121 WindOWS ur kam ecu bd ewe ERG beds 30 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 41 Pretensioners Seat Belts onu aae ha Red eb ales eed 40 Programmable Electronic Features 116 120 148 Programming Transmitters 116 120 Radial Ply Tites lt 0 aceartig afk ae acen hia den 226 Radiator Caps 223544444 edt tho eta RS 289 Racllo cce scene ashe as ae wine eens aia 155 160 Radio Broadcast Signals 04 179 Radio Operation ices s paciia ia eieaa 160 182 Radio Remote Controls LL 172 178 Rear Liftgate becc i ee rae Ep FU nag 26 Rear Seating Flexibility Ls 96 Rear Window Defroster sls 193 Rear Window Features llle 108 Rear Wiper Washer ees 108 Rearview Mirrors llle 69 Reclining Front Seats llle 91 Recommended Fluids
132. elping to protect the driver s knees e The Knee Impact Blockers help protect the knees and position you for the best interaction with the front airbags Side Airbags Supplemental Restraint System SRS If Equipped Supplemental Side Curtain Airbag System on ve hicles equipped consists of the following e AIRBAG Readiness Light shared with the front airbag system e Left and Right Side Curtain Airbags Above Side Windows e Airbag Control Module e Interconnecting Wiring If An Airbag Deployment Occurs The airbag systems are designed to deploy when the airbag control modules detect a moderate to severe col lision to help restrain the driver and front passenger and then immediately deflate NOTE A 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 airbag any or all of the following may occur en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 e The airbag material may sometimes cause abrasions e It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the and or skin reddening to the driver and front passen airbags have deployed If you are involved in another ger as the airbags deploy and unfold The abrasions collision the airbags and seat belt pretensioners will are similar to friction rope burns or those you might not be in place to protect you get sliding along a c
133. en 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 1 ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 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 Scan Press the SCAN button to play 10 seconds of each selection Press the SCAN button a second time to cancel this feature EJT CD Press the EJT CD 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 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 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 MODE Press the MODE b
134. ent This feature brightens the odometer and radio display when the parking lights or headlights are on during daylight conditions OFF 8093e650 Automatic Headlights This system automatically turns your headlights ON or OFF based on ambient light levels To turn the system ON turn the end of the Multi Function Lever to the third detent position When the system is ON the Headlight Time Delay feature is also ON This means your head lights will stay ON for up to 90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch OFF To turn the Automatic System OFF turn the end of the Multi Function Lever to the OFF position NOTE The engine must be running before the head lights will come ON in the Automatic mode Daytime Running Lights Canada Only The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights whenever the ignition switch is on the headlights are off and the parking brake is off The headlight switch must be used for normal night time driving Lights on Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned OFF a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver s door is opened Headlight Time Delay This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination for up to 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in an unlighted area 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M To activate the delay feature turn off the ignition switch while the headlights are still on Then turn
135. er a collision Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition replace the belt E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Airbag Light The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the LED is not lit during starting have it checked If the light stays on or comes on while driving have the system checked by an authorized dealer Defroster 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 tread and sidewall for cuts or 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 fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or fuel power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected the cause should
136. er belt will tighten the belt The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight however any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 e Buckle the child into the seat according to the child restraint 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 Don t leave it loose in the vehicle In a sudden stop or collision it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury Installing A Child Restraint We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Many but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rearward facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap a hook and means for adjusting the tension in the strap In general you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the hook or connector to the lower anchorages and tether anchorages Then tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat Child restraint systems having attachments designed to connect to the lowe
137. er 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 M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 M 320 SCHEDULE B ME N Miles 3 000 6 000 9 000 12 000 15 000 18 000 i Kilometers 5000 10 000 14 000 19 000 24 000 29 000 Ng Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X A Inspect the brake linings X X W Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if X X X X X i necessary Pg Replace the engine air cleaner filter X IE Change the All Wheel Drive AWD power X ul transfer unit fluid See note at the end of this E chart B Relpace the air conditioning filter X E S 8 en SCHEDULE B 321 Miles Kilometers 21 000 34 000 24 000 38 000 27 000 43 000 30 000 48 000 33 000 53 000 36 000 58 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals Front amp Rear Inspect the PCV valve and replace as neces sary Cha
138. er does not recom mend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert 1 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and buckle the driver s seat belt 2 Start the engine and wait for the Seat Belt Warning Light to turn off 3 Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle unbuckle and then re buckle the driver s seat belt at least three times within 10 seconds ending with the seat belt buckled 4 Turn off the engine A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the pro gramming The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be reac tivated by repeating this procedure NOTE Although the Enhanced Warning System BeltA lert has been deactivated the Seat Belt Warning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver s seat belt remains unbuckled Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancies 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 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN 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 Using a seat belt extender when not needed can Seat Belt Extender increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use when the lap belt is not long enou
139. es are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have the letter T molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa tion Example T145 80D18 103M High Flotation tire sizing is based on U S design standards and begins with the tire diameter molded into the sidewall Example 31x10 5 R15 LT EE STARTING AND OPERATING 215 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE Size Designation P Passenger car tire size based on U S design standards blank Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT Light Truck tire based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Milimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent 76 Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section Width in Inches in R Construction Code R means Radial Construction D means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Se EXAMPLE Service Description 95 Load Index A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H Speed Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved un der specified operating conditions ie tire
140. es eee Ry La YR 73 Variance COMPASS sse kho eh hr es 152 Vehicle Certification Label llus 241 Vehicle Identification Number 6 Vehicle Loading 2e eres RR bey 241 243 Vehicle Modifications Alterations i Vehicle Storage ene er pr epee PS 192 306 Vehicle Theft Alarm 0 0 0 0 0 000000 24 Video Entertainment System 170 Warning Flasher Hazard 250 Warnings and Cautions 045 6 Warranty Information 00 339 Washer Adding Fluid 109 285 Washers Windshield 000000005 107 Washing Vehicle 4 53e hd sheriati eris 301 Wheel Alignment and Balance 229 Wheel and Wheel Trim is srate etiniai petis 302 Wheel Bearings cac rx hes 300 Wind Buffeting iine 9d Rem 31 123 Window Fogging leeeeeee 192 Wind OWS sour P Ry Hb P EP OE 30 en INDEX 361 lv v MET 30 Windshield Washers ss 107 285 Windshield Wiper Blades 0 284 Windshield Wipers 0 000000 e eee 107 Wiper Blade Replacement 284 Wiper Rear ies stor bre IRSE Een ed ES 108 Wipers Intermittent 0 000005 108
141. evel Mode Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets A slight amount of air is also directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets NOTE In many temperature positions the bi level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mix Mode Defrost Mode Air comes from the floor defrost and side window Air comes from the windshield and side window demist demist outlets This mode is not used when operating in outlets Use this setting when necessary to defrost your either AUTO HI or AUTO LO This mode should be windshield and side windows If a fog or mist on the used when airflow to the floor and windshield is desired windshield or side glass starts to impair visibility press the front blower button and increase the fan speed to maximum NOTE While operating in AUTO HI or AUTO LO the system will not automatically sense the presence fog mist or ice on the windshield The defrost button must be pressed to clear the windshield and side glass Depress the A C button to turn on and off the air conditioning during manual operation only Cool dehumidified air comes through the outlets selected
142. externally powered electric engine block heater available from your dealer is recommended EN STARTING AND OPERATING 199 WARNING If Engine Fails to Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the e Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get NORMAL STARTING procedure it may be flooded it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and transmission cannot be started this way Un hold it there while cranking the engine This should clear burned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded once the engine has started ignite and damage the CAUTION converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a dis charged battery booster cables may be used to To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly See section 6 of this manual for the proper jump starting proce dures and follow them carefully engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again 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 200 STARTING AND OPERATING ME If the engine has been flooded it may start to run but not have enough power to continue r
143. ey will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best 340 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE M 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 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 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard
144. fill Use only manufacturers recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level With a clean cloth wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces Refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Front amp Rear Suspension Ball Joints The suspension ball joints are permanently sealed No regular maintenance is required for these components Steering Shaft Seal The steering shaft seal at the point where the shaft passes through the bulkhead is lubricated when it is installed If the seal becomes noisy when the steering shaft is turned it should be lubricated Use only manufacturers recom mended lubricant refer to Recommended Fluids Lubri cants and Genuine Parts for correct lubricant type Steering Linkage The tie rod end ball joints are permanently lubricated and do not require periodic maintenance Drive Shaft Universal Joints Your vehicle has constant velocity universal joints Peri odic lubrication of these joints is not required However the joint boots should be inspected for external leakage or damage when other maintenance is performed If leakage or damage is evident the universal joint boot and grease should be replaced immediately 284 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 j
145. for radial tire repairs tread life of 3 000 miles 4 800 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 ee STARTING AND OPERATING 227 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a See the paragraph on Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in Section conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the 6 of this manual wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare WARNING CAUTION Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the compact spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result someone Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 35 mph 55km h when you are stuck And don t let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 35 mph 55 km h 228 STARTING AND OPERATING BEBE Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced 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 o
146. g BRAKE Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems If either of the two hydraulic D systems lose normal capability the remaining system will still function There will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness This may be evident by increased pedal travel during application greater pedal force required to slow or stop and potential activation of the Brake Warning Lamp Anti Lock Brake System The Anti Lock Brake System provides 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 WARNING Pumping of the Anti Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness 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 WARNING e Anti lock system ABS cannot prevent the natu ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The ABS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydro planing Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous m
147. gh when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating positions Remove and store the extender when not needed If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage if 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 stow it ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System Airbag This vehicle has 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 AIRBAG KNEE BOLSTERS 811baacb NOTE The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment in low speed collisions The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se This vehicle is also equipped with a driver inflatable knee blocker located on the instrument panel below the steer ing column This vehicle may also be equipped
148. ghten the terminals e Check the automatic transmission fluid level as sequined e Check the coolant level hoses and clamps e Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle brake master cylinder and transmission add as needed e Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on Schedule A 6 000 miles 10 000 km or every other e Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct interval shown on Schedule B 6 000 miles 10 000 operation km At Each Oil Change e Change the engine oil filter M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 e Inspect the exhaust system EN SCHEDULE B 319 SCHEDULE B Follow schedule B if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions Change the 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 9 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 e 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 NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichev
149. h a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly 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 your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents deter gents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm 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 the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements When cleaning the rear view mirror spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror 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 304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BEEN
150. h a variable pause be tween cycles desirable Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay interval The delay can be regu lated from a maximum of approximately 23 seconds between cycles to a cycle every second Rear Window Wiper Washer The switch on the right side of the steering column also controls operation of the rear wiper washer function 80eb7f6a ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Rotating the center of the switch up to the DEL Delay position or the ON position will activate the rear wiper Push the lever forward to initiate the rear wash function in any of the three positions The washer pump will continue to operate as long as the lever is pressed Upon release the rear wiper will cycle two times before return ing to the set position Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the driver s side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radiator antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid when Low Washer Fluid illuminates in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se TILT STE
151. h 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 Time Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME To set the clock use a ballpoint pen or similar object to press the hour H or minute M buttons on the radio The time setting will increase each time you press the button Press any other button to exit from the clock setting mode 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 NOTE Changes or modifications not expressively ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Tape Player Operation 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 c
152. he assembly of hoses to couplings Therefore oil wetness at the hose coupling area is not necessarily an indication of leakage Actual dripping of hot fluid when systems are under pressure during vehicle operation should be noted before a hose is replaced based on leakage ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 293 NOTE Inspection of brake hoses should be performed whenever the brake system is serviced and at every engine oil change Inspect hydraulic brake hoses for surface cracking scuffing or worn spots If there is any evidence of cracking scuffing or worn spots the hose should be replaced immediately Eventual deterioration of the hose can take place resulting in a possibility of a burst failure 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 Master Cylinder ABS Brakes Brake Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing underhood services or immediately if the brake system warning light indicates system failure Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the FULL mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking in the system Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require ment
153. hicle speed is above 0 mph 0 km h en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 NOTE e If a power malfunction to the power liftgate latch should occur an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the liftgate The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap in cover located on the liftgate trim panel e If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with a powered liftgate pressing the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will result in the liftgate becoming unlocked for 30 seconds allowing you to manually access the liftgate area The liftgate will re lock automatically within 10 seconds once the lift gate is closed Power Liftgate If Equipped The power liftgate may be opened manually or by using the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter Press the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter twice within five seconds to open the power liftgate Once the liftgate is fully open pressing the button twice within five seconds a second time will close the liftgate 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se The power liftgate may also be opened by pressing the WARNING switch located on the overhead console During power operation personal injury or cargo damage may occur Ensure the liftgate travel path is clear Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched before driving away NOTE e If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is closing
154. hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Lower the hood until it is open approximately 15 cm 6 inches and then drop it This should secure both latches Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision You could have a collision Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving LIGHTS Overhead Console Map Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console Each light is turned ON by pressing the lens Press the lens a second time to turn the light OFF The lights also turn on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward past the second detent 80ee5d20 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 EN UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened The interior lights will automatically turn off in about 15 minutes if a door is left open or the dimmer control is left in the Dome light position Turn the ignition switch ON to restore the interior light operation Multi Function Lever The Multi Function Leve
155. icated by the M S designation on the tire side wall If you need snow tires select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires Use snow tires only in sets of 4 failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph 120 km h 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 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 Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving found in the Maintenance Schedules STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Section of this manual More frequent rotation is permis FUEL REQUIREMENTS sible if desired The reasons for any rapid or unusual Your vehicle is designed to meet all emis wear should be corrected prior to rotation being per sions regulations and provide satisfactory formed fuel economy and performance when us
156. ignition switch is first turned ON then turns the light off If the airbag control module detects a malfunction in any part of the system the airbag light will turn on either momen tarily 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 en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 When the airbag control module detects a collision requiring the Front Airbags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags Different front airbag inflation rates are possible these rates are determined by the airbag control module based on collision severity The front airbag covers separate and fold out of the way as the front airbags inflate to their full size The front airbags fully inflate in about 50 milliseconds This is only about half of the time it takes you to blink your eyes The front airbags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger The driver s and passenger s front airbag gas is vented through the airbag material and small vent openings towards the instrument panel In this way the front airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle The Supplemental Side Curtain Airbags are desig
157. imals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately 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 coolant level should be between the ranges indicated on the bottle Some darkening of the coolant bottle will occur over time This is normal When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level it should be added to the coolant bottle Do not overfill When filling the cooling system utilize the bleed valve located on the top of the radiator in the engine compartment on the passengers side Use the bleed valve to bleed air when the system is cold and the pressure cap is removed from the coolant bottle 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 accumulat ing on the radiator and being vaporized when the thermostat opens allowing hot water to enter the radia tor 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 Chec
158. indicator light If the indicator light stays on constantly programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and released NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons begin with Programming step two Do not repeat step one 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with Program ming steps 6 8 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 At the garage door opener receiver motor head unit in the garage locate the learn or smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the learn or smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manu facturer NOTE There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight 8 Return to the vehicle and firmly press hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button Repeat the press hold release sequence a second time and depending on the brand of the garage door opener or other rolling code equipped device repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons begin with Programming step two Do not repeat step o
159. ing can be avoided The highest gear range should be selected that allows for adequate performance For example choose 4 if the desired speed can be maintained Choose 3 or 2 if needed to maintain the desired speed Extended driving at high RPM should be avoided to prevent excess heat generation A reduction in vehicle speed may be required to avoid extended driving at high RPM Return to a higher gear range or vehicle speed when road conditions and RPM level allows TRAVEL CONDITION MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT TRAILER FRONTAL AREA NOT TO EXCEED 32 SQ FT 3 5L ENGINES MAX COMBINED WEIGHT OF VEHICLE AND TRAILER NOT TO EXCEED 8 600 Ibs 3900 kg UP TO 2 PERSONS amp 3 500 Ibs 1600 kg LUGGAGE 3 TO 4 PERSONS amp 3 000 Ibs 1360 kg LUGGAGE 5 TO 6 PERSONS amp 1 000 Ibs 454 kg LUGGAGE EN STARTING AND OPERATING 247 A load equalizing hitch is recommended for loaded trailer weights above 1 000 Ibs 454 kg and required for weights above 2 000 Ibs 907 kg CAUTION If the trailer weighs more than 1 000 Ibs 454 kg loaded it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances 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
160. ing you that the driver memory has been set A message will also be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC indicating a position has been set es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 5 Within 5 seconds press and release the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitters A chime will sound signaling you that the transmitter link has been successfully disabled A message will also be dis played in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC indicating the transmitter has been disabled To disable another transmitter from memory positions 1 or 2 repeat steps 1 4 for each transmitter NOTE This function can be selected using the Cus tomer Programmable Features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC section Otherwise see your authorized dealer Second Row Manual Seat Recliner The recliner mechanism control is on the outboard side of the seat To recline lean forward slightly lift the lever then push back to the desired position and release the lever Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position Using body pressure lean forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seatback has latched OTE When using the recliner mechanism with the 3rd row seat folded down the second row seat may need to be adjusted forward to achieve full recline 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se WARNING Do not ride with the seat
161. ingle chime LOW FUEL with a single chime MENU IN PARK ONLY LIST ALERT MESSAGES UNLOCK TO OPEN LIFTGATE with a single chime PUT IN PARK FOR LIFTGATE with a single chime es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 TOO COLD FOR PWR LIFTGATE with a single chime TOO HOT FOR PWR LIFTGATE with a single chime PERFORM SERVICE with a single chime LEFT RIGHT FRONT DOOR AJAR one or more with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph LEFT RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR one or more with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph DOOR S AJAR with a single chime DOOR S AND GATE AJAR with a single chime LIFT GATE AJAR with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph WASHER FLUID LOW with a single chime PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED CRUISE ENGAGED PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED VEHICLE IN REVERSE CHANNEL 1 2 OR 3 TRANSMIT with a single chime CHANNEL 1 2 OR 3 TRAINING with a single chime CHANNEL 1 2 OR 3 TRAINED with a single chime mm CLEARING CHANNELS CHANNELS CLEARED CHANNELS DEFAULTED DID NOT TRAIN 1 2 3 OR 4 TIRE S LOW PRESSURE Refer to Starting And Operating Tire Section 12 3 OR 4 TIRE S HIGH PRESSURE Refer to Start ing And Operating Tire Section 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME e SERVICE TIRE SYSTEM SOON Refer to Starting And Operating Tire Section e TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE Refer to Starting And Operating Tire Section TCS SUSPENDED Traction Control System with a
162. ired Refer to the paragraph on the Onboard Diagnostics Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle s System in section 7 of this manual performance Materials Added to Fuel The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law All gasoline sold in the United States is required to Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance contain effective detergent additives Use of additional damage the emission control system and could result detergents or other additives are not needed under in loss of warranty coverage normal conditions and would result in additional cost Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel e An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate service Contact your dealer for service assistance es STARTING AND OPERATING 239 The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers are not recommended Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be covered under the New Vehicle Warranty NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you C
163. istance ce eee eee 336 Dealer Service 0 0 0 eee 271 en INDEX 349 Defroster Rear Window 193 Defroster Windshield LLL 63 188 Delay Wipe i cs hrec aa OR nud 108 Digital Video Disc Player lle 170 Dimmer Switch Headlight 107 Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle 0 000000 296 Disposal Antifreeze ens 290 Door Locks i522 ob RR ea 16 Door Locks Automatic less 17 Door Opener Garage n enka E 115 Drive Belts 22203 etu XU ev ERE AR e 276 Drive Shaft Universal Joints 283 Driving On Slippery Surfaces xeu ect Rn hem 259 DVD Player cute eme e rem Ed 170 Electric Remote Mirrors llle 72 Electrical Power Outlets llle 124 Electronic Speed Control lssus 111 Electronic Vehicle Information Center 145 Emergency In Case of Jacking ducssxator aues a iori bo e ea dae stg 252 Overheating is d eR p p E EE aa Rid 251 Emission Control System Maintenance 270 316 EDGING se sareei e E ahe ane quer da be e aw tes 268 Air Cleaner lees 277 Air Cleaner Filter 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 00000005 277 Block Heater a5 cua cuda RR eens 200 Break In Recommendations 61 Checking Oil Level es tated remm 272 Compartment 1 dais ax eA aera np 268 Coolant 24 90d eoru PS aa de TOS 312 COONS iuc owe oae ond RCR TR kas don dp edes 286 Exhaust Gas Cautio
164. k coolant freeze point in the system EE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 291 If frequent coolant additions are required the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks Maintain coolant concentration at 50 ethylene glycol antifreeze minimum in water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the radiator and coolant bottle hoses are not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator and the front of the A C condenser clean 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 cooling performance Increasing engine speed at idle does not reduce cool ant temperature Put transmission in NEUTRAL and let engine idle at normal engine idle speed 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 tears cuts abrasions and exces sive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber 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 come in contact with any heat source or moving component which may cause heat damage or mechanical wear Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as c
165. l the Lever a second time to switch the headlights to LOW beam Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the Multi Function Lever toward you This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS X The wipers and washers are operated by a switch S on the control lever The lever is located on the right side of the steering column Rotate the end of the control lever to select the desired wiper speed 80eb7f6a Windshield Washers To use the front washer pull the lever toward you and hold while spray is desired If the lever is pulled while in the delay range the wiper will operate for two wipe cycles after the lever is released and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M If thelever is pulled while in the OFF position the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles then turn OFF Mist Feature Push down on the wiper lever to activate a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle As long as the lever is held down the wipers will continue to operate Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever to the second detent for Low speed wiper operation or to the third detent for High speed operation Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle wit
166. l the spare is on the ground with enough slack cable to allow you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle CAUTION The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack handle only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch When the spare is clear tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel Preparations For Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface avoid ice or slippery areas set the parking brake and place the gear selector in PARK Turn OFF the ignition WARNING 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 e Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher e Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally oppo site the jacking position For example if changing the right front tire block the left rear wheel MBLOCK 7 EN WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 255 e Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked Jacking Instructions 1 Remove the spare wheel scissors jack and jack handle from stowage 2 Carefully pry off the wheel center cap using the tip of the jack handle 3 Loosen but do not remove the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 4 There are two jack engagement
167. lamps and cou plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present Components should be replaced immediately if there is any evidence of wear or damage that could cause failure 292 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Brakes In order to assure brake system performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Suggested service intervals can be found in the Mainte nance Schedules 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 Hoses When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage Hard and brittle rubber cracking tears cuts abrasion and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber Particular attention should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present NOTE Often fluid such as oil power steering fluid and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera tions to facilitate t
168. lates the heating and air conditioning system includ ing blower speed outlet air temperature and airflow distribution through the various outlets within the in strument panel Using the TEMP buttons adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain When the system is set to your comfort level it is not necessary to change the settings You will experience the greatest efficiency by allowing the system to function automatically The system will operate fully automati cally in either AUTO HI or AUTO LO The AUTO LO setting will limit the maximum fan speed and should be used when more quiet operation is desired Use the AUTO HI setting when the quickest cool down or warm up performance is desired NOTE e tis not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles The system automatically adjusts the temperature mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible e The temperature can be displayed in U S or Metric by selecting the US M customer programmable feature Refer to the Electronic Vehicle Information Center Customer Programmable Features in Section 3 of this manual To provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic mode during cold start ups the blower fan will remain off and DELAY will appear in the display until the engine warms up An estimate of the time remaining until the DELAY is complete will appear periodically in the display However the fan will engage i
169. leages 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 emis sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There are two maintenance schedules 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 e 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 ee MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 317 e Taxi police or delivery service commercial ser NOTE Under no circumstances should oil cha
170. ll deposits and chemicals Properly dispose of old antifreeze solution Selection Of Coolant Use only the manufacturers recommended coolant refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct coolant type 288 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M CAUTION e Mixing of coolants other than the specified HOAT coolant may result in decreased corrosion protec tion and engine damage that may not be covered under the new vehicle warranty If a non HOAT coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the speci fied coolant as soon as possible Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the radiator coolant and may plug the radiator This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based coolants Use of Propy lene Glycol based coolants is not recommended Adding Coolant When adding coolant or refilling the system a minimum of 50 solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water should be used Higher concentrations not to exceed 70 are required 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 Please note that it
171. llision The belt forces won t reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your n o abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as pos 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 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 en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 6 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING 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 parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seats the shoulder belt anchorage can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck Press the button to release the anchorage and then
172. locations on each side of the body see illustration 5 These locations are on the sill flange on the underside of the body The jack is to be located engaging the flanges 20 cm 8 inches inward from the edge of the wheel opening closest to the wheel to be changed Place the wrench on the jack screw and turn to the right until the jack head is properly engaged in the described Aeesoda m 256 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EBENEN location Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged Never jack up the vehicle using any suspension components 6 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right using the swivel wrench Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 7 Remove the wheel lug nuts then pull the wheel off the hub 8 Install the spare wheel Then install the wheel lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left 10 Finish tightening the lug nu
173. ls should be used to safely secure loads when vehicle is moving N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 e Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle Too much weight or improperly placed weight e Cargo tie down hooks are not safe anchors for a over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the child seat tether strap In a sudden stop or colli vehicle to sway sion a hook could pull loose es n the child e Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the Be seat to come loose child could be badly injured seatback This could impair visibility or become a Use only ihe anchors provided 10 eild sedt dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision tethers WARNING To help protect against personal injury passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area The rear The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle handling To avoid loss of control result ing in personal injury follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only not for passengers who should sit in seats and e Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor Put use seat belts heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M ROOF LUGGAGE RACK IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a
174. lter replace if necessary X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals Front amp Rear X Check the PCV valve and replace if necessary X Inspect the serpentine drive belt replace if necessary 1 X X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not X done at 100 000 miles 160 000 km Replace the air conditioning filter X X Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS lll Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle uasa berry Er PRESS E RES 336 Prepare For The Appointment 336 Prepare ALISEs ee eee x oe 4 336 Be Reasonable With Requests 336 B if You Need Assistance 0000005 336 Bl Warranty Information 0 339 ll Mopar Parts Bl Reporting Safety Defects 040 340 In Canada 3E eueRIBE Eee ek hase 340 Wi Publication Order Forms
175. lterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 230 Mopar Parts 4 54 9226PPRPG S t ea eats 271 339 Multi Function Control Lever 103 Navigation System see re gate hae aa CR 182 New Vehicle Break In Period Ls 61 EN INDEX 355 Occupant Restraints cae su aiea EROR anke 31 Octane Rating Gasoline 04 235 OdOmeler x aig tip ay oa ace ea delis ede 142 Oil Enginen cove ies one mu vu de eee gus 272 312 Capacity tds Abr ipa p Ag eased nels 311 Change Interval 0 00000005 274 Checking i am cea ene Da REEF 272 Disposal es sare aie on tiale Oke GM ia Rep ES 276 Filip te aisle rud ausser eed in dor ERU 276 312 Filter Disposal llle 276 Identification Logo ansao hegia 275 Materials Added to liliis 276 Recommendation llle 274 SYNNE iouis due tana S eie deris i don abes 276 MiScosily ec DA tese ege ie e AYER 275 Onboard Diagnostic System 269 270 Opener Garage Door lille 115 Operator Manuals sisp cna be ete ie een 4 Oyerdrive 22 iksru de RI r4 the IPTE 203 Overhead Console llle 114 Overhead Travel Information Center 114 Overheating Engine 000 138 251 Owners Manual lees 4 340 Panic Alarm serineto ke pe PEG ES 21 Parking Brake sesser sees nn 206 Parking On Hill i ecuece e RR Rs 207 Passing Light 0 0 eee eee 107 P
176. m requires service See your authorized dealer for service TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE The TPM system function is temporarily unavailable due to external electromagnetic interference such as portable electronic devices or near by radio or TV towers Move the vehicle to an area free from radio TV antennas and transmitting towers or disconnect any portable elec tronic devices Once the external interference is removed the TPM system will resume normal operation and TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE will appear in the Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC display 232 STARTING AND OPERATING BEEN CAUTION e The TPM system is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance nor to provide warning of a tire The TPM system has been optimized for the original failure or condition equipment tires and wheels TPM system pressures e The TPM system should not be used as a tire pressure have been established for the tire size equipped on gauge while adjusting your tire pressure your vehicle Undesirable system operation or sen e The TPM system must be retrained after a tire rotation sor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and or or wheel rim mounted Sensor replacement See your style After market wheels can cause sensor damage authorized dealer for service CAUTION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al Do not use tire sealant or balance beads if
177. manufacturer The label contains the following information Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running Month and year of manufacture Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR rear 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 242 STARTING AND OPERATING EE e Vehicle Identification Number VIN e Type of Vehicle e Month Day and Hour of Manufacture MDH The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers and cargo The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR WARNING Because the front wheels drive and steer the vehicle it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Overloading The load carrying components axle springs tires wheels etc of your vehicle will pro
178. memory positions press memory button number 1 if you are recalling the memory position for driver one or press memory button number 2 if you are recalling the memory position for driver two A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory buttons during a recall When a recall is cancelled the seat stops moving and a delay of approximately one second will occur before any other recalls can be selected Your vehicle has been delivered with two remote keyless entry transmitters One or both transmitters can be linked to either memory position Up to eight remote keyless entry transmitters can be used with your vehicle The memory seat system can also accommodate up to eight transmitters linked to either of the two stored seat positions or any combination of the two positions To Program Memory Seat Buttons amp RKE Transmitters Follow These Steps 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position 2 Select Remote Linked to Memory from the EVIC and enter Yes 3 Use the seat mirror and adjustable pedal switches to adjust the seat recliner side view mirrors and adjustable pedals to the desired positions 4 Set the radio station presets up to 10 AM and 10 FM stations can be set 5 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME 6 Press and release the SET S button located on the driver s door A light in the button will flash telling you tha
179. ment cluster This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is a normal condition The system will remain disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled The system will automatically reactivate and turn off the traction control indicator e If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud ice or snow turn the Traction Control System OFF before at tempting to rock the vehicle free STARTING AND OPERATING 213 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings SERVICE MAXIMUM DESCRIPTION LOAD 5 35 Ma p pn s At SIZE Fi y MP MAXIMUM DESIGNATION PRESSURE TREADWEAR U S DOT TRACTION SAFETY AND STANDARDS a TEMPERATURE CODE GRADES TIN i i 811b44e8 NOTE e P Passenger Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards P Metric tires have the letter P molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation Ex ample P215 65R15 95H 214 STARTING AND OPERATING ME European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width The letter P is absent from this tire size designation Example 215 65R15 96H LI Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 e Temporary Spare tir
180. mmediately if the defrost mode is selected or by pushing the blower switch and manually adjusting the fan speed This feature may be disabled using the following proce dure e Press and hold the Heated Rear Window and Auto LO buttons for 5 seconds ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 e The DELAY symbol will flash to indicate that the feature as been disabled This feature may be enabled using the following proce dure e Press and hold the Heated Rear Window and Auto HI buttons for 5 seconds e The DELAY symbol will flash to indicate that the feature as been enabled Power Button This button turns the entire system ON OFF When the system is turned on it will return to the previous settings Dual Single Zone Operation When DUAL is displayed in the ATC control unit the driver and passenger air outlet temperatures can be individually adjusted from the two independent TEMP buttons When a front seat passenger is not present pressing the DUAL button will disable the passenger s infrared sensor and control the entire system based only on the driver s temperature setting The outside tempera ture will replace the passenger s temperature setting in the display Pressing the DUAL button a second time or adjusting the passenger s TEMP button will reactivate the passenger s infrared sensor and return the system to dual independent temperature operation Manual Operation This system offers a full c
181. mmended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery NOTE Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board 1 With the transmitter buttons facing down use a small screwdriver or similar flat object to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal 81182072 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 2 Remove and replace the battery Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbing alcohol 3 To reassemble the transmitter case snap the two halves together Make sure there is an even gap be tween the two halves Test transmitter operation VEHICLE THEFT ALARM This system monitors the vehicle doors and ignition switch for unauthorized entry or operation When the alarm is activated the system provides both audible and visual signals The horn will pulse headlights park lights will flash the Vehicle Theft Alarm Immobilizer light located on the instrument panel below the Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center buttons will flash and the vehicle will not start If the alarm is triggered and no action is taken to disarm it the system will turn off the horn after three minutes and after 15 minutes of light only operation the system will then rearm itself To arm the system Remove the key from the ignition switch and either
182. mode until the problem is corrected e The transmission will automatically downshift to first ALL WHEEL DRIVE IF EQUIPPED gear when coming to a stop This feature provides full time on demand All Wheel e Starting out in third gear is helpful in snowy or icy Drive AWD The system is automatic with no driver conditions inputs or additional driving skills required Under nor m mal driving conditions the front wheels provide most of e While in the Autostick mode Speed Control will only the traction If the front wheels begin to lose traction function in third or fourth gear power is shifted automatically to the rear wheels The Downshifting out of third gear will turn off the speed greater the front wheel traction loss the greater the control power transfer to the rear wheels 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 206 STARTING AND OPERATING Se CAUTION All wheels must have the same size and type tires Unequal tire sizes must not be used Unequal tire size may cause failure of the power transfer unit and or the viscous coupling PARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch on the brake light in the instrument cluster will turn on NOTE This light only shows that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application Before leaving the
183. mperature controlled and can start at any time when 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 Breathing it can make you unconscious and can when the radiator is hot eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO fol low the preceding safety tips ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 287 Coolant Checks Coolant protection checks should be made every 12 months prior to the onset of freezing weather where applicable If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the cooling system hoses for brittle rubber crack ing tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks Cooling System Drain Flush and Refill At the intervals shown in the appropriate maintenance schedule the system should be drained flushed and refilled If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove a
184. mpty Weight 2538 Ibs 2076 lbs 1151 kg 942 kg Load Including driver pass 223 Ibs 890 Ibs sengers and cargo 101 kg 404 kg Total 2762 Ibs 2968 lbs 1253 kg 1346 kg GAWR 2826 lbs 3035 Ibs 1282 kg 1377 kg TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle Before towing a trailer carefully re view this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible To maintain warranty coverage follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning ve hicles used for trailer towing Perform maintenance services as prescribed in the main tenance schedules manual When your vehicle is used for trailer towing never exceed the gross axle weight rating GAWR by the addition of e The tongue weight of the trailer e The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle e Remember that everything put in or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle EN STARTING AND OPERATING 245 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 20 square feet 1 86 square meters e The trailer tongue load must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo an
185. n 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 found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield This a number also appears on the Automobile Information NOTE It is illegal to remove the VIN plate Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment en INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death Information Provided by DEALER THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ll A Word About Your Keys s esses 11 Ignition Key Removal sess 11 Key In Ignition Reminder 12 W Sentry Rey 2122252 159 o 9 RERRERRRE REPRE 12 Replacement Keys 0 0 000 0000 14 Sentry Key Programming 5 14 General Information lesse 15 Bi Illuminated Entry System 15 M Door Locke 52a Ere x e ERR 16
186. n chains can cause serious damage Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could indicate chain breakage Remove the damaged parts of the chain before further use Install chains on the front wheels as tightly as possible and then retighten after driving about 1 2 mile 0 8 km Do not exceed 45 mph 70 km h Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps especially with a loaded vehicle Do not use on rear wheels of All Wheel Drive AWD vehicles Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pavement Observe the tire chain manufacturer s instructions on the method of installation operating speed and conditions for use Always use the lower suggested operating speed of the chain manufacturer if different than the speed recom mended by the manufacture 234 STARTING AND OPERATING ME NOTE In order to avoid damage to tires chains and your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of time on dry pavement Observe the tire chain manufacturer s instructions on method of installation operating speed and conditions for usage Always use the lower suggested operating speed if both the chain manufacturer and vehicle manufacture suggest a maximum speed This notice applies to all chain traction devices including link and cable radial chains 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 ind
187. n s ercis seiret ereda ka 29 239 Fails to Start Fuel Requirements 350 INDEX a Oil espace ats pre elo Roe ded ad 272 312 Oil Change Interval 2er RES 274 Oil Selectiott sas rers ong cess area aie oa 274 Oi Synthetle i Cusen iacet iere ete ee 276 Overheating 12 arabes ao e a Ron dg Ud 251 Temperature Gauge r pointen smiir miii aa 138 Exhaust Gas Caution 29 62 239 286 Exhaust System 2 atia ea rane aie N 285 Exterior Folding Mirrors llle 70 Filters Air Cleaner ics eoe aes Ed reus 277 Air Conditioning ss ese Ree eR s 192 282 Automatic Transaxle sisenes tam ae a 297 Engine Fuel 2 219114 Re 277 Engine Oll as secs Ro emo Run aem a 276 312 Engine Oil Disposal sss 276 Flashers Hazard Warning 21 1 ir rn 250 TurmiSignal sasat aaea ed oR Bd as 139 309 310 Floor Console ue 32 RES 8404 bad IUE 126 Fluid Capacities ccc ehe dox Resa 311 Eliud Leaks eae RERUM DEN AERE 63 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle llle 296 Brake vum cz dod necem ema 39g 313 Power Steering eeeeeeeees 282 313 Fog Light Service 2 eee eee 309 Fog Lights s vene Ee de va odes 106 143 309 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 004 260 Fuel 22e a he a die aie ae ea acp 235 Adding suis Shea ae ees eee BELA 240 Addes sss dra ndo dris ue E MAD at ERE 238 Glean Ait 9 9 dud eoru 9 toes Ghd Pu Takt 236 Filler Cap seee a ede Re esee she gh wala ae 240 Filter est esce
188. n the vehicle Forward facing child seats and convertible 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN WARNING e 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 A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat A rearward facing child re straint in the front seat may be struck by a deploying passenger airbag which may cause se vere or fatal injury to the infant Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint e Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards We also recommend that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it 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 The passenger seat belts are equipped with cinching latch plates which are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip Pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap should
189. nd eject from the radio Metal Tape Selection 70ps If a standard 70 p metal tape is inserted into the player the player will automatically select the correct equaliza tion 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME 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 will automatically reengage and the tape will resume play Dolby Noise Reduction pg The Dolby Noise Reduction System is on when ever the tape player is on but may be switched on off To turn the Dolby Noise Reduction System on off Press the Dolby NR button button 2 after you insert the tape The NR light in the display will go off when the Dolby System is off 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 Player Operation 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 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 CD and the time of day will be displayed If the power is on the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play wh
190. ne For questions or comments please contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Canadian Programming Gate Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 If you live in Canada or you are having difficulties programming a gate operator by using the Program ming procedures regardless of where you live replace Programming HomeLink step 3 with the following NOTE If programming a garage door opener or gate operator it is advised to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating 3 Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly Proceed with Programming step four to complete Using HomeLink To operate simply press and release the programmed HomeLink button Activation will now occur for the trained device ie garage door opener gate operator security system entry door lock home office lighting etc For convenience the hand held transmitter of the de
191. ned to activate only in certain side collisions When the airbag control module detects a collision requiring the side curtain airbags to inflate it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain airbag The inflating side curtain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and inflates in about the same time it takes to blink your eyes A properly belted and seated occupant is less likely to be injured by the force of the airbag or crash event Items that are positioned in the area where the side curtain airbag inflates can reduce the effectiveness of the airbag and also increase the likelihood of injuries to the occu pants this especially applies to children The side curtain airbag is about 4 inches 10 cm thick when it is inflated When the airbag control module detects a collision requiring the Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker it signals the inflator unit A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se The Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker inflates rearward towards the driver s knees to help protect the knees and position you for the best interaction with the front airbag The Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker fully in flates in about 50 milliseconds this is only about half of the time it takes you to blink your eyes It then quickly deflates while h
192. ng A Flat Tire 0 0 0 000 252 Child Restraint 2 n rer aca avd Be ea 53 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 53 55 Child Safety Locks 0 6 0 eee ee een 18 Child Seat 25x ead ce eR ere EE CEA 59 Clean Air Gasoline sson 0 00000 eee eee 236 Climate Control 0 0 0 0 0c ce eee 183 COC 154 Compact Disc Maintenance 181 Compact Spare Tire eeu ratei 0 0 0000 a ee 226 Compass acd oa races EL a EE oed 151 Compass Calibration aese edea atisi apauni 152 Compass Variance cs esu Petesch mitet s 152 Computer Trip Travel 000000 153 Consoles ceca patente dro doa pP ODE v td ee eS 126 Console Floor leen 126 Console Overhead eee eee 114 Contract Service ee 338 Coolant Pressure Cap 2 2 0 0 eee eee 289 Cooling System x cci oe Raat oe as 286 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 288 Coolant Capacity samien eee eee 311 Coolant Level ssassn cias 000 2c eee eae 290 Disposal of Used Coolant 290 Drain Flush and Refill 287 Inspection a uiix eere e Ed e e pP Y Rs 286 Points to Remember sls 290 Pressure Cap Ssncca ae Ama aa Pea e ets 289 Radiator Cap csi een b Ya eee 289 Selection of Coolant 0005 287 312 Crise Control secret keaiare paca RACE aw gs 111 Cruise Light iss Paddebi he BEY eae PEE 143 Cup Holder xem Rede 126 304 Customer Ass
193. ng filter X M A 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 8 328 SCHEDULE B NENNEN Miles 108 000 111 000 114 000 117 000 120 000 Kilometers 173 000 178 000 182 000 187 000 192 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if neces X X X X sary Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals Front amp X Rear Inspect the PCV valve and replace as necessary X Inspect the serpentine drive belt replace if neces X sary Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter X Change the All Wheel Drive AWD power transfer X unit fluid See note at the end of this chart Replace the air conditioning filter X X en SCHEDULE B This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty 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 ceipts 329 NOTE The AWD power transfer unit fluid and the AWD overrunning clutch rear carrier fluid must be changed at the more frequent intervals shown in sched ule B if the vehicle is operated under any of th
194. nge in vice tervals exceed 6000 miles 10 000 km or 6 months i hich mes first e Off road or desert operation VISHSSIISVISE COMES LFS 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 Maintenance Schedules section of this manual Failure to perform the required maintenance items 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 D e 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 M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 ule p 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 tions 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 318 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES BEEN Once a Month e Inspect the brake hoses e Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or e Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo damage nents e Inspect the battery and clean and ti
195. nge the All Wheel Drive AWD power transfer unit fluid See note at the end of this chart Change the All Wheel Drive AWD overrun ning clutch and rear carrier fluid See the note at the end of this chart Relpace the air conditioning filter M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 M 322 SCHEDULE B NENNEN Miles 39 000 42 000 45 000 48 000 51 000 54 000 i Kilometers 62 000 67 000 72 000 77 000 82 000 86 000 Ng Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X A Inspect the brake linings X X W Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if X X X X X i necessary Pg Replace the engine air cleaner filter X IE Change the All Wheel Drive power transfer X ul unit fluid See the note at the end of this B chart UE Change the All Wheel Drive AWD overrun X ME ning clutch and rear carrier fluid See note at 5 the end of this chart 8 Relpace the air conditioning filter X en SCHEDULE B 323 transfer unit fluid See note at the end of this chart Miles 57 000 60 000 63 000 66 000 69 000 72 000 Kilometers 91 000 96 000 101 000 106 000 110 000 115 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter
196. ns you must understand a point or two about the transmission and reception of radio sig nals 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 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME 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 CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition take the following precautions 1 Do not use casse
197. nt Underinflation also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consumption 3 Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride Overinflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure for passenger cars is listed on either the face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar For vehicles other than passenger cars the cold tire inflation pressures are listed on either the B pillar the Certification Label or in the Tire Inflation Pressures brochure in the glove compartment Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less that the maxi mum loaded vehicle condition These pressure condi tions will be found in the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information section of this manual 811adOdO B PILLAR 224 STARTING AND OPERATING ME The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pressure Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are underinflated CAUTION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al ways reinstall the valve stem cap if equipped This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which c
198. ntrol and have an accident Poor suspension alignment may result in resulting in serious injury or death Use only the tire mH may result in false speedometer and odometer read ings e fast tire wear and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle e uneven tire wear such as feathering and one sided Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity hee wear other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could e vehicle pull to right or left result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Tires may also cause the vehicle to pull to the left or right Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having Alignment will not correct this condition See your dealer adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire for proper diagnosis failure and loss of vehicle control 230 STARTING AND OPERATING ME Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out of balance Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear ALL WHEEL DRIVE AWD IF EQUIPPED CAUTION All Wheel Drive AWD vehicles must have the same size and type tires on all wheel positions Unequal tire sizes must not be used Unequal tire size may cause failure of the power transfer unit and or the viscous coupling TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED
199. o 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 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 ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 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 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 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 ACC posi
200. oading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWR s for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded For further information on GAWR s vehicle loading and trailer towing see the Vehicle Loading section of this manual To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX Ibs on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occu m pants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 220 STARTING AND OPERATING EE 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if XXX amount equals 1400 Ibs and there will be five 150 Ib passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 Ib 1400 750 5 x 150 650
201. oard 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 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 ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 271 a The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being 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 If your OBD system is not ready you should see your autho
202. odors from building up within the air conditioner heater housing It is recommended that the recirculation mode be used as little as possible especially in humid climates For hot and dry climates or people who are allergic to pollen and find frequent use of the recirculation mode necessary the recirculation mode can be programmed to not automatically reset to the outside mode by using the following procedures e Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position e Press and hold the recirculation button e While holding the recirculation button turn the igni tion switch to the RUN position e Continue holding the recirculation button for 4 sec onds then release The recirculation control is now programmed so that the recirculation mode will not reset to the outside air mode when the engine is restarted The recirculation program ming can be changed back by repeating this procedure E UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Rear Fan Operation To operate the rear fan press the REAR button The first time this button is pressed the REAR AUTO display will illuminate indicating that the rear fan speed is automatically controlled To manually control the rear fan speed press the REAR button again and only REAR will illuminate in the display This allows the rear seat occupants to control the rear fan speed using the switch located in the center console between the second row seats By pressing the REAR button a third
203. oint assembly Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks doors liftgate and hood hinges should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet easy operation and to protect against rust and wear Prior to the appli cation of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching compo nents to insure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood latch release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year preferably in the fall and spring Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as Mopar Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner This will remove accu mulations of 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 Y
204. ommended viscosity and quality grades are shown in Section 7 of this manual NON DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered as a normal part of the break in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se WARNING If you are required to drive with the liftgate open 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 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 If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode 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 Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced aft
205. omplement of manual override features The indicator light in both the AUTO HI or AUTO LO buttons will turn off when the system is being used in the manual mode The fan speed airflow distribution and outside air recirculated air can be manually adjusted NOTE Each of these features can be operate indepen dently from each other If any one feature is controlled manually the remaining features will continue to operate automatically 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 48 The front blower control can be set to any fixed blower speed by pressing the rocker switch up or down This allows the front occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the auto mode The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected or until either the AUTO HI or AUTO LO buttons are pressed The system will continue to automatically adjust air temperature and airflow distribution The operator can also select the direction of the air by pressing the mode control rocker switch located to the left of the A C button and selecting one of the following positions Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air Moving the knob up down left or right will direct the air accordingly The thumbwheel next to each outlet can be rotated to reduce or shut off the air flow from these outlets Bi L
206. on Select a mirror and press one of the four arrows for the direction you want the mirror to move Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Memory Seat Feature Refer to Memory Seat in section 3 of this manual Heated Remote Control Mirrors These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window Defrost ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor To use the mirror rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward The lights turn on automatically Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights e 80ee3078 Sun Visor Extension This feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for increased coverage HANDS FREE COMMUNICATION UConnect IF EQUIPPED UConnect is a voice activated hands free in vehicle communications system UConnect allows you to dial your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g Call Mike Work or Dial 248 555 1212 Your cellular phone s audio is transmitted through your vehicle s stereo system the system will automatically mute your radio before receiving or sending a call UConnect allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system s micro phone for private conversations 74 UND
207. on Ke Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener 7 y ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam Front Wheel Drive age or failure A tire could explode and injure Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi someone Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster tions The gear selector must be in NEUTRAL the than 35 mph 55 km h when you are stuck And distance to be traveled must not exceed 100 miles 160 don t let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter km and the towing speed must not exceed 44 mph 72 what the speed km h Exceeding these towing limits may cause a trans mission geartrain failure If the transmission is not op erative or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 100 mH miles 160 km the vehicle must be towed with the front CAUTION wheels off the ground Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h 262 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME All Wheel Drive All Transmissions Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi tions The gear selector must be in NEUTRAL the distance to gt traveled must not exceed 100 miles 160 km the towing speed must not exceed 44 mph 72 km h and both front and rear wheels must be on the ground If your vehicle must be towed farther or at a higher rate of speed it must be transported on a flat bed truck e Do not a
208. on control systems When these systems are operating properly your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy as well as engine emis sions well within current government regulations If any of these systems require service the OBD II system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light on could cause further damage to the emis sion control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the Malfunction Indicator Light is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic con verter damage and power loss will soon occur Im mediate service is required 270 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 rt 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 B
209. one conference call Call Termination To end a call in progress press the Phone button All calls in progress will be terminated ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Phone Redial e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Redial e The UConnect system will call the last number that was dialed on your cellular phone This may not be the last number dialed by your UConnect system Advanced Phone Connectivity Transferring an Active Call between the UConnect System and Your Cellular Phone The UConnect system allows ongoing calls to be trans ferred to your cellular phone or to the UConnect system without terminating the call To transfer an ongo ing call from your cellular phone to the UConnect system or vice versa press the Voice Recognition button and say Transfer Call Delete Paired Cellular Phones e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Setup Phone Pairing e At the next prompt say Delete e You will be asked to say the name of the phone that you wish to delete You can either say the name of the phone that you wish to delete or you can say All to delete all the phones Connect or Disconnect the Connection between the UConnect System and Your Cellular Phone Your cellular phone can be paired with many different electronic devices but can only be actively connected with one electronic device at a tim
210. operate a video game unit a DC to AC adapter may be required plug the adapter into any power outlet Follow the manufactures instructions for the correct colors when connecting the RCA cables NOTE MP3 player s video game systems camcorders connected to the RCA jacks and CD s or DVD s inserted into the CD DVD changer can be heard through the headphones 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o clock positions The right hand rocker switch has 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 Pressing the center button changes the operation of the radio from AM to FM to Tape or CD mode depending on which radio is in the vehicle The left hand rocker switch has a push button in the center The function of the left hand switch is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left hand rocker switch operation in each mode Radio Operation Pressing 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 switch will tune to the next pre set station th
211. opping conditions ABS inducing conditions can in clude ice snow gravel bumps railroad tracks loose debris or panic stops You also may experience the following when the brake system goes into Anti lock e The ABS motor running it may continue to run for a short time after the stop e the clicking sound of solenoid valves e brake pedal pulsations e and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop These are all normal characteristics of ABS WARNING The Anti Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment This interfer ence can cause possible loss of anti lock braking capability Installation of such equipment should be performed by qualified professionals All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer EE STARTING AND OPERATING 211 WARNING Continued operation with reduced power steering POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost If for some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a subs
212. or opening the liftgate will automatically reverse to the closed or open position provided it meets sufficient resistance 81003315 e There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the A beeping signal will sound two seconds before the liftgate Light pressure anywhere along these strips liftgate starts to open or close will cause the liftgate to return to the open position ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 e The power liftgate must be in the full open position for e If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions any of the close buttons to operate If the liftgate is not within the same cycle the system will automatically fully open press the open button to fully open the stop and must be opened or closed manually liftgate and then press close If the liftgate release switch is activated while the WARNING power liftgate is closing the liftgate will reverse to the full open position e Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison ous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your e The power liftgate switches will not operate if the passengers could be injured by these fumes Keep vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph the liftgate closed when you are operating the 0 km h vehicle e The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures If you are required to drive with the liftgate open below 22 F 30 C or temperatures above 150 F make sure that all windows
213. or rized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine move the vehicle The system will shut the engine off 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 ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 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 Theft Alarm Immobilizer Light will come on for three 3 seconds immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check Afterwards if the bulb remains on 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 Both of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two 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 lock cylinder for that vehicle If the Theft Alarm Immobilizer Light comes on during normal vehicle operation vehicle 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
214. ore run the air condi tioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of com pressor damage when the system is started again Window Fogging Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild rainy or humid weather To clear the windows use the A C button to reduce the humidity inside the vehicle Fogging on the inside of the windshield can be quickly removed by pressing the defrost button and increasing the blower speed Do not use the Recirculation mode without the A C button for long periods as fogging may occur Outside Air Intake Before driving always make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves ice or snow which could reduce airflow and or plug the water drain tube inside the plenum A C Air Filter The climate control system filters out dust pollen and some odors from the air Strong odors can not be totally filtered out Refer to section 7 Air Conditioning for filter replacement instructions es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 The oubide Pee Gin The outside temperature can be shown in the ATC CAUTION display by pressing the OUTSIDE TEMP button After To avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the pressing this button the front seat passenger s tempera rear window defroster do not use scrapers sharp ture setting
215. ored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings When it comes to service remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained techni cians and genuine Mopar parts and is interested in your satisfaction WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod ucts of component wear 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 IX TURNSIGNALS REAR WINDOW WIPER FUEL REAR WINDOW INTERMITTENT WIPER eren FUEL FILL SIDE REAR WINDOW WASHER ES En ENGINE OIL REAR WINDOW DEFROST BATTERY CHARGING HEATED MIRROR P H 3 E maa ENGINE COOLANT CHILO SEAT TEMPERATURE TETHER ANCHOR SN LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHER FOR ENGINE CHILDREN LATCH BRAKE WINDSHIELD WIPER INTERMITT
216. ould damage the valve stem Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1mile 1 km after a 3 hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure molded into the tire side wall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 kPa for every 12 F 7 C for this outside temperature condition EE STARTING AND OPERATING 225 Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi 13 to 40 kPa during operation DO NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low Tire Pressures for 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 maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important Increa
217. our seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof Never allow fingers or other body parts or any object to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of 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 equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two 12 volt power outlets located on the instrument panel below the radio The driver s side outlet is controlled by the ignition switch and the passenger side outlet is connected directly to the battery The driver s side outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit if equipped with an optional Smoker s Package A third outlet is located on the back of the front center console near the floor and is also connected directly to the battery
218. over the windshield such as wood panels or surfboards or loads with large frontal area should be secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack Wind forces due to natural causes or nearby truck traffic can add sudden upward loads This is especially true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo or your vehicle 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle particularly at high speeds resulting in personal injury or property damage Follow the Roof Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM The automatic load leveling system will provide a level riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height It takes approximately 1 mile 1 6 km of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15 hours the leveling system will bleed itself down The vehicle must be driven to reset the system UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Bl Instruments And Controls 00 136 E instrument Cluster sees 137 B Instrument Cluster
219. ows Normal Usage Severe Usage Power Transfer Unit Overrunning Clutch No Service Required 15 000 miles 24 000 km 22 500 miles 36 000 km Rear Carrier 22 500 miles 36 000 km Severe Usage is defined as 1 More than 50 of vehicle operation in stop and go traffic where vehicle is driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation such as in heavy city or in construction zone traffic 2 Police taxi limousine commercial type operation or trailer towing where the vehicle driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation 300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BEEN Front And Rear Wheel Bearings Front and rear wheel bearings are permanently sealed No regular maintenance is required for these compo nents 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 The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the co
220. pad you can push the Voice Recogni tion button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by Send For example if required to enter your pin number you can press the Voice Recognition button and say 3 7 4 6 Send or whatever you have made your es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 pin This method can also be used in instances where you are pressing a number on your keypad to navigate through a menu structure or to enter a number for a pager Barge In Overriding Prompts The Voice Recognition button can be used when you wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately For example if a prompt is playing Would you like to pair a phone clear a you could press the Voice Recognition button and say Pair A Phone to select that option without having to listen to the rest of the voice prompt Language Selection To change the language that the UConnect system is using press the Phone button and say the name of the language you wish to switch to English Espafiol or Frangais as equipped After selecting one of the lan guages all prompts and voice commands will be in the selected language Turning Confirmation Prompts On Off Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices e g the UConnect sys tem will not repeat a phone number before you dial it e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Re
221. pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL Extra Load or Reinforced Tire Light Load Light Load Tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum Load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry Maximum Pressure Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire es STARTING AND OPERATING 217 Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle If the TIN is not found on the outboard side then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire EXAMPLE DOT Department of Transportation standards and is approved for highway use DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety L9 Code representing the tire size 2 digits MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location 2 digits ABCD Code u
222. r PARK 4 the driver door is opened excluding liftgate 5 the doors were not previously unlocked and 6 the vehicle speed is 0 mph 0 km h The Auto Unlock feature can be enabled or disabled by performing the procedure in the Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features section NOTE Use the Auto Door Locks and Auto Unlock features in accordance with local laws Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats the rear doors are equipped with a child protection door lock system 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 engaged ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To activate the system open the rear door and move the When the child lock system is engaged the door can be child lock control located near the door s rear latch to opened only by using the outside door handle even the ON position though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position E REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate and activate the panic alarm from distances up to about 23 feet 7 meters using a hand held radio trans mitter The transmitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se NOTE If the key i
223. r anchorages are now available Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the seatback tether anchorage have been available for some time In fact many child restraint manufacturers will provide add on tether strap kits for some of their older products Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap shoulder belt They will also 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se have tether straps and you are urged to take advantage of all of the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we have described here Again carefully follow the instruc tions that come with the child restraint system 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 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 a rear seat e M
224. r controls the operation of the headlights parking lights turn signals headlight beam selection instrument panel light dimming interior lights the passing lights and fog lights The lever is located on the left side of the steering column 80ec2daf Headlights Parking Lights Instrument Panel Lights Turn the end of the Multi Function Lever to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation Turn to the second detent for headlight park light and instrument panel light operation 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights rotate the center portion of the Multi Function Lever up or down Dimmer Control 8093e5e9 With the parking lights or headlights on rotating the dimmer control for the interior lights on the Multi Function Lever upward will increase the bright ness of the instrument panel lights Dome Light Position OFF 8093e5f6 Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights The interior lights will remain on when the dim mer control is in this position Interior light Defeat OFF Rotate the dimmer control to the ex treme bottom OFF position The in terior lights will remain off when the doors are open es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Parade Mode Daytime Brightness Feature Oo Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first det
225. r fast forward Press and hold the RW button for fast reverse The audio output can be heard when fast forward and fast reverse are acti vated Disc Down 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 Scan Press the SCAN button to play 10 seconds of each track Press the SCAN button a second time to cancel the feature 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6 DISC CD DIGITAL VIDEO DISC DVD CHANGER The Rear Seat Audio Video System allows passengers to listen to a CD or DVD from the 6 disc CD DVD changer through the headphones while the front seat passengers listen to either AM FM Cassette or CDs from the radio A remote control is provided for functions such as changing tracks or DVD functions as well as selecting discs loaded in the 6 disc CD DVD changer while listening to the Rear Audio Video System 6 DISC CD DVD AUTO CHANGER c gt a o o VIDEO LAUDIOR 4 5 TO TEE 80f42ed8 Operating Instructions CD DVD Changer Loading The CD DVD Changer The
226. r 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 cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed see the paragraph on tread wear indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa tion placard for the size designation of your tire The service description and load identification will be found on the original equipment tire Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety han dling and ride of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your original equipment or an authorized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifi cations or capability es STARTING AND OPERATING 229 WARNING CAUTION Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that Replacing original tires with tires of a different size specified for your vehicle Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspen sion dimensions and performance characteristics resulting in changes to steering handling and brak ing of your vehicle This can cause unpredictable Alignment And Balance handling and stress to steering and suspension com ponents You could lose co
227. r the ignition switch has been turned off Opening either front door will cancel this feature Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of 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 equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers front airbags for both the driver and front passenger driver inflatable knee blocker and if equipped left and right side curtain airbags for the driver and passengers seated next to a window If you will be carrying children too small for adult size seat belts your seat belts or the LATCH feature refer to the Child Restraint section in this manual can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 WARN
228. r the remote control are two AAA batteries 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Operating Instructions Video Screen 2 Enter Button Push up on the release button to lower the video screen This button will enter the selection from the on screen menu 3 Brightness Button Changes the brightness of the screen picture 81038622 1 Screen Width Button Changes the width of the screen picture es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Operating Instructions Headphones 80c7f3e2 1 ON OFF Button 2 Scan Button 3 Volume Control 4 LED Power Button Pressing the power button will turn the headphones ON OFF NOTE e The headphones will turn off automatically and the red LED will illuminate for approximately 2 minutes when the radio or rear audio video system is turned off e The rear audio video system must be turned ON before sound can be heard from the headphones Volume Control Rotate the volume control upward to increase the vol ume 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Scan Button Pressing the scan button will automatically find the audio signal that is transmitted from the CD DVD changer when the rear audio video system and the headphones are on This button is used only if the headphones are locked on to a source other than the vehicle s radio NOTE When the GREEN LED is showing the head phones are receiving the audio signal When the RED LED is
229. r to get into the Integrated Power Module and possibly result in a electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload If a properly rated fuse contin ues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected 6f2ei An Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the battery This center contains fuses and relays A label that identifies each component is printed on the inside of the cover 306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery You may e Disconnect the negative cable from the battery e Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb Number Center amp Rear Reading Lights 578 Front Door Courtesy Light 578 Liftgate Light s 6 llle 578 Overhead Console Reading Lights 2122 Visor Vanity Lights sess
230. re the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove 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 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as 10 ethanol MTBE and ETBE Oxygen ates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels blended with these oxygenates 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 EN STARTING AND OPERATING 237 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
231. replace if necessary X Not required if previously changed Inspect the serpentine drive belt replace if X X necessary f Change the All Wheel Drive power transfer X X M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 3260 SCHEDULE B Se Miles 75 000 78 000 81 000 84 000 87 000 90 000 Kilometers 120 000 125 000 130 000 134 000 139 000 144 000 Change the All Wheel Drive AWD overrun X ning clutch and rear carrier fluid See note at the end of this chart Relpace the air conditioning filter X M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 a SCHEDULE B 327 Miles 93 000 96 000 99 000 100 000 102 000 105 000 Kilometers 149 000 154 000 158 000 160 000 163 000 168 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if X X X X X necessary Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Change the All Wheel Drive AWD power X transfer unit fluid See note at the end of this chart Change the All Wheel Drive AWD overrun X ning clutch and rear carrier fluid See note at the end of this chart Inspect the serpentine drive belt replace if X necessary f Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 X months or 100 000 miles Relpace the air conditioni
232. res 0 0 00000 sees 223 AUD AS wipstemt boues der Ip quede dba 9 tae bak 43 Airbag Deployment llle ss 50 Airbag Light siarp pus nEaN 47 52 63 145 Airbag Maintenance iss rae irede tanne 52 Airbag SIde scenes draps enr pr edge tnt S e 50 Alarm System i223 mee petetas err 24 Alignment and Balance 04 229 All Wheel Drive 9 xcov on ees 205 230 298 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antifreeze Disposal 225 Lr bt 290 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 287 288 Anti Lock Brake System 0000 208 Anti Lock Warning Light liess 139 Anti Theft Security Alarm 2 6 00 20 24 Appearance Care srun Wade ay qe va wp Xd pts 300 Auto Down Power Windows sss 31 Automatic Dimming Mirror s 70 Automatic Door Locks 0005 17 18 Automatic Headlights 0 105 Automatic Temperature Control 183 Automatic Transaxle lille 201 295 Adding Fluid sy gai spas reme Y a 313 Filtet eoe EE b pee ERE RE es Ais 297 Fluid and Filter Changes 297 Fluid Level Check isole 296 Interlock System 0 eee 202 Reset Mode sse ote ek ee aia ES es 202 Selection Of Lubricant 295 313 Shif ng esse GS b gee dead oe ars 203 en INDEX 347 Special Additiv S sau Ra RR es 298 A tosticK seda p endres a piire nA 112 203 204 Ball JOTS 0 Eme em bep ee 283 Battery 5s na
233. rized 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 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 272 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BEEN NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that servic
234. rrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes are e Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation Stone and gravel impact Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 301 Washing 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 If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle wash it as soon as possible Use Mopar auto polish to remove road film and stains and to polish your vehicle Take care never to scratch the paint Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish CAUTION Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder which will scratch metal and painted surfaces Special Care 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 It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors rocker panels and liftgate be kept clear and open e If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is con
235. rview Mirror Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage The hinges have three detent positions full forward full rearward and normal ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 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 Outside Mirror Passenger s Side Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to the vehicle This type of 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 72 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Power Remote Control Mirrors Use the mirror select switch located on the driver s door trim panel above the power window switches to adjust the view obtained in the outside mirrors Press the rocker switch to the L or R for Left or Right mirror selection Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror positi
236. s 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 294 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Use only manufacturers recommended brake fluid refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type WARNING Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire WARNING Use of 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 or moisture CAUTION Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid all brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure Fuel System Hoses Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are designed with hoses and quick connect fittings which have unique material characteristics to provide adequate sealing and resist attack by deteriorated gasoline ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 295 You are urged to use only the manufacture specified hoses with quick connect fittings or their equivalent in material and specification in any fuel system servicing It is mand
237. s in the ignition switch then all buttons on that transmitter will be disabled The buttons on the remaining transmitters will work If the vehicle is shifted out of PARK all the transmitter buttons are disabled for all keys 811b8b06 To unlock the doors and liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once to unlock the driver s door or twice to unlock all doors and liftgate The illuminated entry system also turns on NOTE If desired the Remote Unlock Driver s Door 1st feature can be turned on and off by referring to the Customer Programmable Features of the Electronic Ve hicle Information Center EVIC section or by following these steps 1 Press the UNLOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds 2 While the UNLOCK button is pressed after 4 sec onds press the LOCK button Release both buttons The Remote Unlock Driver s Door 1st feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 To lock the doors and liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors and liftgate The horn will chirp once to acknowledge the signal If desired the Sound Horn On Lock feature can be turned on and off by referring to the Customer Programmable Features of the Electronic Ve hicle Information Center EVIC section or by following these steps 1 Press the LOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds 2 While the LOCK button is pressed af
238. s the switch a second time in the same direction to turn the heated seat off The indicator light will show when LOW or HIGH heat is ON 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME NOTE e Ifthe lights in the second row heated seat switch begin to flash when the switch is pressed it indicates that the heated seat is not functioning properly and that ser vice is required See your authorized dealer for service e Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within 2 to 3 minutes e The heated seats will turn off when the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position Memory Seat If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with memory systems your remote keyless entry transmitter or memory seat buttons on the driver s door panel can be used to recall the driver s seat outside mirrors adjustable pedals if equipped and radio station presets to saved positions The memory seat buttons located on the driver s door will always recall stored settings The remote keyless entry transmitter can be programmed to recall positions when the UNLOCK button is pressed Refer to the following procedure on how to link a remote keyless entry transmitter to a position E UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 NOTE The vehicle must be in Park to recall memory positions If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not in Park a message will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC To recall
239. sed by tire manufacturer 1 to 4 digits 03 means the 3rd week 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 01 means the year 2001 01 Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits Prior to July 2000 tire manufacturers were only wi which the tire was manufactured Example 031 could represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991 uired to have 1 number to represent the year in 218 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE Some vehicles have a Tire and Loading Infor mation placard located on the driver s side B pillar 811adOdO Tire and Loading Information Placard SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL 5 FRO THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS NEVER EXCEED XXX KG T125 70D15 420kPa 60PSI SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Ci 4N109268 J 811b5a9a This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 the total weight your vehicle can carry 3 the tire size designed for your vehicle 4 the cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires ee STARTING AND OPERATING 219 Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the l
240. sed tire pressure and reduced vehicle loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera tion Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi mum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious accident Don t drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h 226 STARTING AND OPERATING EE Radial Ply Tires Compact Spare Tire If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with radial tires It is engineered to be used on your style vehicle only Since this tire has limited tread life the Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires original tire should be repaired or replaced and rein on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle stalled at the first opportunity WARNING poorly The instability could cause an accident Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four or 6 in case of trucks with dual rear wheels Never combine them with other types of tires Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only With these tires do not drive more than 50 mph 80 km h Temporary use spare tires have a total Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your authorized tire dealer
241. 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 Power Accessory Delay When this feature is selected the power window switches radio hands free system DVD video system power sunroof and power outlets will remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off Opening a vehicle door or liftgate will cancel this feature Easy Exit Seat Available with Memory Seat Only When this feature is selected the driver s seat moves rearward 5 cm 2 inches or to the farthest rearward position if this distance is less than 5 cm 2 inches 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 entry transmitter is used to unlock the door Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Retrain Tire Sensors Available with Tire Pressure Monitor System Only The Tire Pressure Monitor system must be retrained following a tire rotation or wheel rim mounted sensor replacement See your authorized dealer for service Compass Display If Equipped This display provides one of eight compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibra
242. seresa nesa saai e 38 Seats ua ma E pu RON PE CHR o ANC S 85 Adjustment sises cnrs lees 92 Easy Entity cisci mk eR EY es 93 Heated 228 cus RR ERE EE REEYG 86 Memory Pr 88 POW rT 22 reaes eruw esaceee3 d exe cg 85 Reclining e Res de iaeiiio oa de 91 THING 2e a ex ERREUR 93 Security Alarm sisse eS eke ee ele s qme vas 24 Selection of Coolant lees 312 Sentry Ky 2s nee ke saadad oce dele e e o OR ca 12 Service Assistance 0 0 eee 336 Service Contract cue ep ERU Oe he elas 338 Service Engine Soon Light 143 Service Manuals Setting the Clock 358 INDEX ee Shoulder Belts 0 0 0 0 ee 32 Side Airbag 32 2054 5408 E RE RE DRE ARES 50 Signals Tur inis kp ERAS 139 309 310 Slippery Surfaces Driving On 259 Snow Chains i i dac ea Gees hue v3 tea E 233 Snow Tires 22544 45 Baretta es onde ens 234 Spare TTE sos ciao hone Gaede desde E 253 Spark PS zu Siete ea th Tee HRS coa toten i 277 Speed Control eias Ta rec kprWenies 111 Speedometer veces Re idii ee 139 OLI FUTIB cotes Dec rotos lode dob wae uS des 198 Engine Fails to Start 00 0000 199 Starting and Operating 4 198 Steering Linkage 2524 de ue od AAS eot Paty ees 283 Power Xs sce es aha ab avers WOMAN Ce wo ate 211 282 Shaft Seal o3 o3 eS hag ee dy Ee eae 283 TIME Colum 3254 93 Dauer ke str ERE rd a 110 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls ea rp n e e Va E es
243. 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 Warranty Information Booklet for information on warranty coverage and transfer of warranty IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 339 TIME MILEAGE 1 YEAR EAR AR 3 YEAR 3 YEAR 5 YEAR 7 YEAR 8 YEAI 12 000 000 000 50 000 UNLMTD 100 000 70 000 80 01 SPECIAL EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE OUUU o POET MTM LIMITED WARRANTY NEN DEDUCTIBLE ANTI CORROSION PERFORATION ALL mr TNR e ENSE a NN NEN pall euim END FEDERAL E EMISSION W WARRANTY SPECIFIED COMPONENTS SE EE E EEPERUNLINNSE CALIFORNIA EMISSION WARRANTY PEE D ne o Aoc Oc ow LtL NL 80cee94a CALIFORNIA EMISSION WARRANTY SPECIFIED COMPONENTS MOPAR PARTS Mopar fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from your dealer Th
244. shift schedule The transmission 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 within a few hundred miles Reset Mode Electronic Transmission The transmission is monitored electronically for abnor mal conditions If a condition is detected that could cause damage the transmission automatically shifts into sec ond gear The transmission 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 transmission In the event that the problem has been momentary the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears e Stop the vehicle and shift into Park P e Turn the key to OFF then restart the engine e Shift into the desired range and resume driving ee STARTING AND OPERATING 203 NOTE Even if the transmission can be reset it is recommended that you visit a dealer at your earliest possible convenience Your dealer has diagnostic equip ment to determine if the problem could recur If the transmission cannot be reset dealer service is required Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL positions into another gear range P Park Supplements the parking brake by locking the transmis sion The engine can be
245. showing the headphones are searching for the audio signal Headphone Battery Service e Using a key or similar flat object insert into the slot A e Pry on the release tab to open the cover 80c7f3ae e Replace the batteries and reinstall the cover The replacement batteries for the headphones are three AAA batteries es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 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 received including interference that may cause undesired operation If you experience static or the headphones will not hold a channel check for these two conditions 1 A weak battery in the headphones 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios Operating Instructions MP3 Player An MP3 player can be connected to the audio system Connect the cables to the RCA jacks located on the front of the CD DVD changer NOTE Follow the manufactures instructions for the correct colors when connecting the RCA cables Operating Instructions Video Games Camcorders A video game unit or camcorder can be connected to the rear audio video system Connect the cables to the RCA jacks located on the front of the CD DVD changer NOTE To
246. sidered the responsibility of the owner e 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 All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil select a nonabrasive non acidic cleaner Do not use scouring pads steel wool a bristle brush or metal polishes Only Mopar cleaners are recommended Do not use oven cleaner Avoid auto matic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels protective fin ish 302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de icer salt etc be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel Use Mopar touch up paint on scratches as soon as possible Your dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Interior Care Use Mopar Fabric Cleaner to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Use Mopar Vinyl Cleaner to clean vinyl upholstery and trim Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery es MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 303 Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning wit
247. 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 Engine may be started in this range D Overdrive To be used for most city and highway driving it provides smoothest upshifts and downshifts and best fuel economy When frequent transmission shifting occurs while using the D Overdrive position such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions i e in hilly terrain traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers use the AutoStick mode and select the 3 range NOTE Using the 3 range in the AutoStick mode while operating the vehicle under heavy operating con ditions will improve performance and extend transmis sion life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up 204 STARTING AND OPERATING Se 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 j
248. stopped the engine shut off and the vehicle allowed to cool Thereafter service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifications should be ob tained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing the vehicle Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed such as when diagnostic testing or for prolonged periods during very rough idling or malfunctioning operating conditions 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 280 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BEEN WARNING CAUTION e It is essential when replacing the cables on the e 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 imme diately 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 Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
249. t you are in the set memory mode You have five seconds to complete the next step 7 Within 5 seconds press and release button 1 or 2 on the driver s door A chime will sound signaling you that the driver memory has been set A message will also be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC indicating a position has been set 8 Within 5 seconds press and release the LOCK button on one of the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitters A chime will sound signaling you that the transmitter has been successfully linked A message will also be dis played in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC indicating the transmitter has been linked Repeat the above steps for the second position using the other driver s door numbered button and Remote Key less Entry Transmitter Each time the SET S button and a numbered button are pressed you erase the old memory and store a new one To Disable A Transmitter Link Follow These Steps 1 Select Remote Linked To Memory from the Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center Customer Program mable features 2 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key 3 Press and release the SET S button located on the driver s door A light in the button will flash telling you that you are in the set memory mode You have five seconds to complete the next step 4 Within 5 seconds press and release button 1 or 2 on the driver s door A chime will sound signal
250. tantial increase in steering effort especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers NOTE Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are considered normal and does not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others Service should be obtained as soon as possible CAUTION Prolong operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and should be avoided when possible Damage to the power steering pump may occur 212 STARTING AND OPERATING Se TRACTION CONTROL IF EQUIPPED 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 spinning The system will operate 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 Traction Control System malfunction e The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to the brake system due to overheated brake tempera tures NOTE e The Traction Control system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when in operation e Extended heavy use of Traction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the traction control indicator located in the instru
251. te will automatically re lock within 10 seconds e The system remains armed during liftgate entry press ing the liftgate button will not disarm the system if someone enters the vehicle through the liftgate and opens any door the alarm will sound e When the system is armed the doors can not be unlocked from the interior power door lock switches The Vehicle Theft Alarm system is designed to protect your vehicle however you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm If one of the previously described arming sequences has occurred the system will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not If you remain in the vehicle and open a door the alarm will sound If this occurs disarm the system 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se The alarm system will be activated when the battery is connected if the system was previously armed The exterior lights will flash the horn will sound and the ignition will not start the vehicle If this occurs disarm the system LIFTGATE The liftgate can be unlocked using the remote keyless entry or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors Once unlocked the liftgate can be opened or closed To open the liftgate depress the liftgate release switch located in the exterior handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion 8107301d The liftgate will not manually open if the vehicle is in gear or the ve
252. ter 4 seconds press the PANIC button Release both buttons The Sound Horn On Lock feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure Using The Panic Alarm To turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF press and hold the PANIC button on the transmitter for at least one second and release When the panic alarm is on the headlights and park lights will flash the horn will pulse on and off and the interior lights will turn on The panic alarm will stay on for 3 minutes unless you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second time or turn the ignition switch to the ON position NOTE When you turn off the panic alarm by pressing the PANIC button a second time you may have to be closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se To Open Close Power Liftgate If Equipped Press the LIFTGATE button twice within five seconds to open close the power liftgate The liftgate will beep for 2 seconds and then open close If the button is pushed while the liftgate is being power closed the liftgate will reverse to the full open position If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with a powered liftgate pressing the button will result in the liftgate becoming unlocked for 30 seconds allowing you to manually access the liftgate area The liftgate will re lock automatically within 10 seconds once the liftgate is closed To Turn Off Flash Lights On Lo
253. ting Flexibility The third row seats may be used with either or both seatbacks folded forward for additional storage space To fold the seat remove any objects from in front of or on the seat Then pull handle located on the seatback and push it forward seatbacks folded or with the second row seats folded and tumbled In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured To raise the 3rd row seat lift up on the seatback and push rearward until the seatback is latched Move the seatback forward to be sure the seatback is fully latched CAUTION Be sure there is nothing in front of the 3rd row seat cushion before folding it down Damage to the seat may occur en UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 WARNING Load Floor For additional cargo space the second and third row Not all head restraints in this vehicle are the same seatbacks may be folded forward and the load floor Head restraints from one seating position should not extended to cover the center console be removed and installed in any other seating posi tion In a collision serious injury or death may result To extend the load floor follow these steps gris if the proper head restraint is not installed on each seat 1 Move the second row seats to the full rear position The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle should not 2 Fold the second and third row seatbacks down be used as a play area by children
254. ting material standard MS 6395 GF 3 Refer to oil viscosity chart for correct SAE grade Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com partment Oil Filter Mopar 5281090 or equiv Fuel Selection 89 Octane ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 Chassis Component Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts Automatic Transmission Mopar ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid AWD Power Transfer Unit Mopar Gear Lubricant 75W 90 AWD Overrunning Clutch Mopar ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid AWD Rear Carrier Mopar Gear Lubricant 75W 90 Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT brake fluids 3 and SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 or DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended Power Steering Reservoir Mopar ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Information Provided by DEALER MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS H Emission Control System Maintenance 316 Schedule SB ga apatia en bre Ry eye E Maintenance Schedules isses 316 Schedule A llus RES M A 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 8 316 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MEM EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mi
255. ting which eliminates the need to manually set the compass When the vehicle is new the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME display COMPASS CALIBRATING until the compass is calibrated The compass will calibrate automatically after approximately 40 seconds if no buttons are pressed and the vehicle is in Park You may also calibrate the compass by completing one 360 turn in an area free from large metal or metallic objects the COMPASS CALI BRATING EVIC message will turn off and the compass will function normally Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the COMPASS CALI BRATING message does not appear in the EVIC display you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually To put into a Calibration Mode Turn on the ignition switch and set the display to Compass Press the RESET button for at least 10 seconds until the COMPASS CALIBRATING message appears Release the RESET button and complete one 360 turn in an area free from large metal objects The COMPASS CALIBRATING message will turn off and the compass will function normally Compass Variance 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
256. tion MS 6395 ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 275 American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API The manufacture only recommends API Certified engine oils that meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Stan dard MS 6395 Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specifi cation MS 6395 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 0 10 20 32 60 80 29 48 42 7 0 16 27 Temperature range anticipated before next oil change 809c2ec8 e SAE 10W 30 engine oil is preferred SAE 5W 30 engine oil is allowed during cold weather only to improve cold weather starting Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used 276 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BEEN Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided that the recommended oil quality requirements are met and the recommended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed Materials Added to Engine Oil The manufacture strongly recommends against the addi tion of any additives other than leak detection dyes to the engine oil
257. tion and the volume control ON before the CD player will operate 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION This CD player will accept only 4 3 4 inch 12cm 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 you insert a disc with the ignition OFF the display will show the time of day for about 5 seconds then go out 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 1 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 10 seconds 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 radio mode will continue to appear The disc can be ejected with the radio OFF FF TUNE RW Press FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until
258. 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 It is even more important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformu lated gasolines Sulfur In Gasoline Your vehicle may have been designed to meet California low emission standards when using cleaner burning California reformulated gasoline with low sulfur This vehicle may be sold nationwide Your vehicle will oper ate satisfactorily on fuels meeting Federal specification but emission control system performance may be ad versely 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 238 STARTING AND OPERATING Se CAUTION Fuel System Cautions CAUTION E If the Malfunction Indicator light is flash ing immediate service is requ
259. ts Push down on the wrench while tightening for increased leverage Alternate nuts until each nut has been tightened twice Correct wheel nut tightness is 130 N m 95 ft lbs If in doubt about the correct tightness have them checked with a torque wrench by your dealer or at a service station 11 Lower the jack to its fully closed position EN WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 257 WARNING e For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation stow with the valve stem toward the rear of the A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or vehicle hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided e Using the jack handle rotate the drive nut to the right until the wheel is drawn into place against the underside of the vehicle e Continue to rotate the nut until you hear the mecha pe Cee ie aA GE Span Hras ole nism click three times It cannot be overtightened e The center cap of a cast aluminum wheel must be Push against the tire several times to be sure it is removed prior to flat tire stowage Store the center securely in place 6 cap inside the glove box or other storage compart 13 Stow jack and handle ment 14 Check the tire pressure as soon as possible Correct e Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is down Slide pressure as required the wheel retainer through the center of the wheel and position it properly across the wheel
260. tte 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 Aloose 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 es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 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 sound 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 CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the CD DVD discs in good condition take the following prec
261. ttempt to tow this vehicle from the front with sling type towing equipment Damage to the front fascia will result The only approved method of towing is with a flat bed truck Do not tow the vehicle from the rear Damage to the rear sheet metal liftgate and fascia will occur Do not push or tow this vehicle with another vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans mission may result EN WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 263 If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed wipers defrosters etc the key must be in the ON position not the ACCESSORY position Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position The only ap proved method of towing with out the ignition key is with a flat bed truck Proper towing equipment is neces sary to prevent damage to the vehicle TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground Flat towing of vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission is only permitted within the limitations described in this section TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLEY The manufacture does not recommend that you tow an All Wheel Drive AWD or front wheel drive vehicle on a tow dolley Vehicle damage may occur Information Provided by DEALER MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS hM ATP m
262. tute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the front airbag con trol module see Airbag Section Like the front airbags the pretensioners are single use items After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the airbags and preten sioners both must be replaced Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System BeltAlert If the driver s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert will alert the driver to buckle their seat belt The driver should also instruct all other occu pants to buckle their seat belts Once the warning is triggered the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert will continue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96 seconds or until the driver s seat belt is buckled The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert will be reactivated if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be en abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps NOTE The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or START position DaimlerChrysl
263. unning when the key is released If this occurs continue cranking up to 15 seconds with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly Do not overspeed en gine 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 STARTING procedure should be repeated After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the cord to a standard 110 115 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded three wire extension cord The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on the driver side of the vehicle It has a removable cap that is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power Module WARNING Remember to disconnect the cord before driving Damage to the 110 115 volt electrical cord could cause electrocution EN STARTING AND OPERATING 201 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed e Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the Itis dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed
264. up on the handle 1 Fold down the third row seatbacks 2 Unfold the cargo cover extensions and lock into place 3 Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots located on the trim panel behind the second row seat backs 4 Grasp the center portion of the cover flap Pull it over the cargo area 5 Insert the pins on the ends of the cover flap into the slots on the rear trim panel 6 The liftgate may be opened or closed with the cargo cover in place 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting Do not store in the vehicle Stowed Position 1 Fold down the third row seatbacks 2 Fold the cargo cover extensions to their stowed posi tion and lock into place 3 Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots located on the trim panel behind the third row seatbacks 4 Grasp the center portion of the cover flap Pull it over the cargo area 5 Insert the pins on the ends of the cover flap into the slots on the rear trim panel 6 The liftgate may be opened or closed with the cargo cover in place Cargo Tie Down Hooks The tie downs located on cargo area floor and on the rear trim pane
265. ur WARNING protection in a collision While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free if any of the following e Modifications to any part of the airbag system occurs have an authorized dealer service the system could cause it to fail when you need it You could immediately ME S DON AN ut IE e The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during wiring including adding any kind of badges or the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or turned on the upper right side of the instrument panel Do aoe modify the front bumper vehicle body stric e The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second ture or frame interval You need proper knee impact protection in a e The light flickers or comes on and remains on while collision Do not mount or locate any aftermarket driving equipment on or behind the knee blockers 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 ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times 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
266. ust below the Overdrive posi tion and is identified by the word AUTOSTICK 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 The gear position will be shown in the transmission gear display located in the instrument cluster 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 four available gears When you wish to engage autostick simply move the shift lever to the AUTOSTICK position The transmis sion will remain in the current gear until an upshift or downshift is chosen Move the lever back to the Overdrive position to shift out of the Autostick mode Autostick General Information e The transmission will automatically upshift from first to second gear and from second to third gear when engine speed reaches about 6300 RPM e Downshifts from third to second gear above 74 mph 119 km h and from second to first gear above 41 mph 66 km h will be ignored es STARTING AND OPERATING 205 e You can start out in first second or third gear Shifting e If the system detects a problem it will disable the into fourth gear can occur only after vehicle speed Autostick mode and the transmission will return to the reaches 15 mph 24 km h automatic
267. utside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly 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 a collision hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the front seats and next to your arm in the rear seats Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35
268. utton to select between the CD player remote CD DVD changer if equipped or satellite radio if equipped 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME 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 Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day CD DVD Changer Operation If Equipped MODE Press the MODE button to select between the CD player and the CD DVD changer if equipped Disc Up 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 en UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 FF RW TUNE Press and hold the FF button fo
269. 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 out on the parking brake release located on the left side of the instrument panel 851071b20 EE STARTING AND OPERATING 207 When parking on a hill it is important to set the parking WARNING brake before placing the gear selector in Park otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may e Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan make it difficult to move the selector out of park As an gerous for a number of reasons A child or others added precaution turn the front wheels toward the curb could be injured Children should be warned not on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the grade gear selector lever Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake failure and an accident 208 STARTING AND OPERATING Se BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost 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 much greater than that required with the power system operatin
270. vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle s battery Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sx CUPHOLDERS Front Seat Cupholders The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the center console Push down on the forward edge of the console to release the cupholders Press the cover up when the cupholders are no longer needed Second Row Seat Cupholders The second row seat cupholders are located in the forward edge of the center console located between the second row seats Push down on the forward edge of the console to release the cupholders Press the cover up when the cupholders are no longer needed Third Row Seat Cupholders There are cupholders located in each rear trim panel for the third row seat passengers STORAGE Console Features The center consoles armrests have a pencil tire gage holder mounted on the underside of the cover The bottom of the console bins also have built in holders for compact discs or cassette tapes es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Rear Cargo Storage Bin Retractable Cargo Area Cover If Equipped The storage bin is located in the floor of the rear cargo To cover the cargo area area To open lift
271. vehicle s battery and charging system no batteries are needed For additional information on HomeLink call 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com 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 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Programming HomeLink NOTE When programming a garage door opener it is advised to park outside the garage Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the second or accessories position for programming and or opera tion of HomeLink It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal 1 Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons and release only when the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step one to program a se
272. vice may also be used at any time In the event that there are still programming difficulties or questions contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Erasing HomeLink Buttons To erase programming from the three buttons individual buttons cannot be erased but can be reprogrammed note below follow the step noted e Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink is now in the train or learning mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Programming step 2 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE es Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button Do NOT release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the HomeLink button proceed with Programming step 2 For questions or comments contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 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 RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device
273. vide satisfactory service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and front and rear GAWR The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for operation Weigh it on a commercial scale to insure that it is not over the GVWR en STARTING AND OPERATING 243 Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle separately It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten useful service life Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase the vehicle s GVWR Loading To load your vehicle properly first figure out its empty weight axle by axle and side by side Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible Stow all loose items securely before driving If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you have exceeded either GAWR but the total load is within the specified GVWR you must redistribute the weight Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration Note that neither the GVWR or the GAWR capacities have been exceeded GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING GVWR 2630 KG 5800 LBS Example Only 8105b265 244 STARTING AND OPERATING ME Front Rear Axle Axle E
274. w beam 17 Navigation Screen If Equipped Displays the current navigation screen 18 Front Fog Light Indicator If Equipped O This light shows the front fog lights are ON 144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19 Oil Pressure Warning Light S271 This light shows low engine oil pressure The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A continuous chime will sound when this light turns on 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 20 Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON this light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check During the bulb check if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb check or when driving if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on continuously Refer to Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Re minder System BeltAlert in the Occupant Restraints section for more information 21 Tire Pressure Monitor Warning Light If Equipped This light will turn on when there is a Low tire I pressure condition The light will also turn on if a problem exist with any tire sensor The light will remain on until the tire pressure is prop erl
275. with left and right side curtain airbags to protect the driver and passengers sitting next to a window If the vehicle is equipped with side curtain airbags they are located above the side windows Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open to allow airbag deployment en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING e Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to manually open them You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating If your vehicle is equipped with left and right side curtain airbags do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the side curtain airbag The area where the side curtain airbag is located should remain free from any obstructions If your vehicle is equipped with left and right side curtain airbags do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks that require permanent attachments bolts or screws for installation on the vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts Along with seat belts and pretensioners front airbags work with the instrument
276. xtending your arms to e Instrument Panel reach the steering wheel or instrument panel e Steering Wheel and Column e Seat Belt Readiness Light If the vehicle has left and right side curtain airbags they also need room to inflate Do not e Interconnecting Wiring lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat e Passenger Knee Impact Blocker e Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker How The Airbag Systems Work e The airbag control module determines if an impact is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate Based on the level of collision severity the control module determines the proper rate of inflation The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation The airbag control module will not detect roll over 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 ON positions These include all of the items listed under The Front Airbag System except the passenger knee blocker instru ment panel and the steering wheel and column If the key is in the OFF position in the ACC position or not in the ignition switch the front airbags are not on and will not inflate 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se The airbag control module sends a message 9 to the instrument cluster to turn on the N AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the
277. y set or the problem with the sensor is corrected This light will turn on momentarily as a bulb check when the engine is started When the tire pressure monitoring system warning light is lit one or more of your tires is significantly underin flated You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure as indicated on the tire and loading information placard Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Underinfla tion also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Each tire including the spare should be checked monthly when cold and set to the recommended inflation pressure as specified in the tire and loading information placard and owner s manual 22 Airbag Light This light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8 9 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition d switch is first turned ON If the light is not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as possible 23 Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display When the appropriate conditions exist this display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC messages 24 Engine Temperature Warning Light E This light warns of an overheated engine condi SET tion If this light is accompanied by a
278. you need them and could have an accident Information Provided by DEALER WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Bl Hazard Warning Flasher Wilf Your Engine Overheats H Jacking And Tire Changing Jack Location Spare Tire Stowage Preparations For Jacking Jacking Instructions H Jump Starting Procedures If Battery Is Low H Driving On Slippery Surfaces 254 255 258 259 Acceleration Traction li Freeing A Stuck Vehicle lll Towing A Disabled Vehicle With Ignition Key Without The Ignition Key Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolley 250 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The hazard flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel above the center air outlets To engage the Hazard Warning Flashers depress the switch on the instrument panel When the Hazard Warn ing Switch is activated all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emer gency Push the switch a second time to turn off the flashers This is an emergency warning system and should not be used when the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists When you must leave the vehi
279. your vehicle is equipped with a TPM system as damage to the sensors may result NOTE ways reinstall the valve stem cap if equipped This e The TPM system can inform the driver of a low tire will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the pressure condition of 25 psi 1 72 bars 172 kPa or Valve stem which could damage the wheel rim less or high a tire pressure condition of 45 psi 3 10 sensor bars 310 kPa or more es STARTING AND OPERATING 233 General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses United States 2 2 20 0 0 000040 KR55120123 Canada csse tt RRIS RARE Eee 2671 5120123 TIRE CHAINS Use only compact chains or other traction aids that meet SAE type Class S specifications Chains must be the proper size for the vehicle as recommended by the chain manufacturer NOTE Do not use tire chains on a compact spare tire CAUTION To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires observe the following precautions Because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other suspension components it is important that only chains in good condition are used Broke
280. ytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel SAUTAN only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your catalyst as an emission control device vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con the event of engine malfunction particularly involv verter will not require maintenance However it is im ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure mance have your vehicle serviced promptly Contin proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst ued operation of your vehicle with a severe damage malfunction could cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and the vehicle NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 279 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 indicate severe and abnormal catalyst overheating If this occurs the vehicle should be

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