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1. Shifting Procedure asy kr yr 230 Tire Identification Number TIN 243 H Trac Lok Rear Axle If Equipped 231 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 244 B Parking Brake 222222949 eine evade seen ss 232 W Tires General Information 248 H Anti Lock Brake System If Equipped 234 Tire Inflation Pressures 249 H On Road Driving Tips vasa sue exa 236 High Speed Operation 250 Bg Off Road Driving Tips 4c x RR RR 236 Radial Ply Des 22x33 ean REY sekas 251 When To Use 4L Or 4 Lo Low Range 236 Tire Spinning es pretesi inise een 251 In Snow Mud And Sand 237 Tread Wear Indicators Ls 252 Hill Climbing c3 8 ot lt ee x ehem 237 Replacement Ties eek 004 885 252 Traction Downhill 00006 238 Alignment And Balance 253 After Driving Off Road s sess sesantia ss 238 W Tire Pressure Monitor System If Equipped 254 Mi Tire Safety Information 239 Tire Pressure Monitor System Tire Wheel Tire Markings gt o oo 2 00 00 eeceee eens 239 Bo M LEE E f Equipped 2 2 sues a nnn 256 ee STARTING AND OPERATING 209 Tire Pressure Monitor System 4 Lo Mode Materials Added To Fuel LL 262 NL Hu is H Fuel Tank Filler Ca
2. CONTENTS H Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle 5s pe ER hU RE eR REX 348 Prepare For The Appointment 348 Prepare A Lists ie eem ex bags es 348 Be Reasonable With Requests 348 Bl if You Need Assistance 0 00 348 Bl Warranty Information 0 0 351 W Mopar Parts 55 cc RARI e ERR OE 353 E Reporting Safety Defects 000 353 In Canada 512522229 PES RR bat 353 Bl Publication Order Forms 354 348 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 mini
3. If Equipped sssi ser mn 78 Operaton as is ad c Res Cb xe 80 Phone Call Features lesen 84 Advanced Phone Connectivity 86 UConnect System Features 87 W Seats iios l6 di Bo aretas PES 90 Front Seat Manual Adjustment 90 Front Seat Adjustment Recline 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se 72 Head Restraints 0 0 00 eee eee 92 Power Seat Adjuster If Equipped 93 65 35 Split Folding Rear Seat 94 Heated Seats If Equipped 97 ll To Open And Close The Hood 97 lalliphis cs ee tei ngewe Rae Gea Rem 98 Interior Lights scissum 98 Front Map Reading Lights 100 Multi Function Control Lever 100 Parking Lights Instrument Panel Lights And Headlights 2i sae een 101 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 101 Passing Light 2 0 06 eens 101 Turf Signals 34 qus ares os eor Ree 101 Lights On Reminder sess 102 Battery Saver Feature Exterior Lights 102 Fog Lights If Equipped 102 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 102 Light Bar If Equipped 103 ll Windshield Wipers And Washers 104 Windshield Washers 00 4 10
4. lille 27 Transmitter Garage Door Opener 125 Transmitter Programming 0005 26 Transporting Pets 2 420 000 ile Rs 67 Tread Wear Indicators 000000 es 252 Trip Odometer i2 er ERRIERR pepek Tum Signals ce acere SRR A SCR SUR CRUS ae Underhood Fuses llle Universal Transmitter 374 INDEX aaa Unleaded Gasoline 0 0 0 0 000 259 Upholstery Car i vi RR 9 RRRPX RR 317 Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 0005 307 Vanity MItTOTS ia fs axe Races as ex 9d ee RM uS 78 Variance Compass 6 0 0 mr eee eee 123 Vehicle Identification Number 7 Vehicle Loading 6 0 6 6 a eee 245 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 Vehicle Storage eee 324 Vinyl Trim oa ce ake yk ee ene 317 Warning Flasher Hazard 212 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 151 Warnings and Cautions Warranty Information lille 351 Washer Adding Fluid 04 204 Washers Windshield 105 302 Washing Vehicle ic n Rma 316 Waxing and Polishing o onae presic heranna 316 Wheel Alignment and Balance 253 Wheel Mounting 00000000 a ee 277 Wheel Nut Torque 278 Wind Buffeting socer ee RR s 34 Window Fogging lesse 203 Windows isse proe bRRRe HS RERRCREE eee 32 POWE 22 84 debe ES e OE eR RES reda 32 Windshield Washers lllsel
5. If Equipped This light will turn on when there is a low tire l 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 erly 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 Monitor Warning Light is lit one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure as indicated on the vehicle s tire information placard Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to over heat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME 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 on the vehicle placard 6 4LO Mode Indicator Light If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in 4 Lo the 4 LO four wheel drive mode The front and MODE ear driveshafts are mechanically locked to gether forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed 7 Fog Light Indicator Light If Equipped 40 This light shows when the front fog lights are on 8 Malfunction Indicator Light Th
6. seat belt pretensioners and the front passenger seat belt retractor assembly replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible Also have the Occupant Classification System serviced as well Enhanced Accident Response System E A R S If the airbags deploy after an impact and the electrical system remains functional the interior lights will turn on and the power door locks if equipped will unlock 10 seconds after airbag deployment ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Also the fuel system will shut off immediately upon Maintaining Your Airbag System airbag deployment gasoline models only The ignition switch will need to be cycled i e turn the ignition key WARNING from the ON position to the LOCK position after ap proximately 5 seconds in order to restart the vehicle Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper vehicle body structure or add aftermar ket side steps or running boards Do not attempt to modify any part of your advanced airbag system The airbag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer
7. FLUID LEVEL LOW CHARGE MAY STILL BE SUFFICIENT TO START YOUR CAR 8000cbco To determine the battery charge check the battery test indicator if equipped on top of the battery Refer to the illustration ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 299 CAUTION WARNING It is essential when replacing the cables on the Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants battery that the positive cable is attached to the approved by the manufacturer for your air condi positive post and the negative cable is attached to the tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are negative post Battery posts are marked positive flammable and can explode injuring you Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause and negative and identified on the battery case Also if a fast charger is used while battery is in the vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables be fore connecting the charger to battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage the system to fail requiring costly repairs The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to the system adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected Air Conditioner Maintenance should be done by an experienced repairman For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer at the start of each warm season This service should i
8. Selecting Satellite Mode in RBB and RBK Radios Press the MODE button repeatedly until S A appears in the display A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode Selecting Satellite Mode in RBP RBU RAZ and RBQ Radios Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word SIRIUS appears in the display These radios will also display the following e After 3 seconds the current channel name and channel number will be displayed for 5 seconds The current program type and channel number will then be displayed for 5 seconds 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se e The current channel number will then be displayed until an action occurs A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode Selecting a Channel Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for the next channel Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the button to search down Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released Press and release the SCAN button if equipped to automatically change channels every 7 seconds The radio will pause on each channel for 7 seconds before moving on to the next channel The word SCAN will appear in the display between each channel change Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search NOTE Channels that may contain objectionable content can be blocked Contact Sirius Customer Care at 888 539 7
9. 80e571f6 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 Radio Operation Power Volume Control Press the ON VOL control to turn the radio on Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume NOTE Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding the button in will by pass stations without stopping until you release it Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency If you press and hold the button 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME the radio will continue to tune until you release the button The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pressed Balance The Balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Press the BAL button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Fade The Fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Bass and Treble Tone Control The tone controls consist of 2 separate bands The bass band is on the left and the treble band is on the rig
10. If Equipped WARNING Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked 6 Way Power Seat with Manual Recliner j 80c5d48 The seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use this switch to move the seat up or down forward or rearward or to tilt the seat 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME This seat also has a manual recline lever located just to 65 35 Split Folding Rear Seat the rear of the power seat switch Pull up on the lever to To provide additional storage area each rear seat can be recline the seat folded flat to allow for extended cargo space and still maintain some rear seating room NOTE Prior to folding the rear seat it may be necessary to reposition the front seat to it s mid track position Also be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 WARNING e t 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 ev
11. Selection of Lubricant Use only manufacturer s recommended fluid refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 Front Rear Axle Fluid The front axle has a threaded fill plug on the cover plate and a threaded drain plug on the bottom side of the carrier Fluid Level Check Lubricant should be 1 2 1 cm below the oil fill hole Adding Fluid Add lubricant only at the fill hole and only to the level specified above Selection of Lubricant Use only manufacturer s recommended fluid refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type 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 corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterior
12. 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 Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt say Phonebook List Names 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se 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
13. Attach vehicle to the tow vehicle with tow bar 11 Release parking brake CAUTION Transmission damage may occur if the automatic transmission is shifted into P Park with the transfer case in N Neutral and the engine running With the transfer case in N Neutral ensure that the engine is OFF prior to shifting the transmission into P Park refer to steps 7 8 above ee STARTING AND OPERATING 269 Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N Neutral position without first fully engaging the 2 Shift transfer case lever to desired position parking brake The transfer case N Neutral position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position The parking NOTE When shifting out of transfer case N Neutral brake should always be applied when the driver is on automatic transmission equipped vehicles turning not in the vehicle the engine OFF may be required to avoid gear clash CAUTION 1 Shift transmission into N Neutral 3 Shift automatic transmission into D Drive or manual transmission into any forward gear Do not use a bumper mounted clamp on tow bar on your vehicle The bumper face bar will be damaged 270 STARTING AND OPERATING BEBE SNOW PLOW Snow plows winches and other af
14. Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4LO with the vehicle moving faster than 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h TRAC LOK REAR AXLE IF EQUIPPED The optional Trac Lok rear axle provides a constant driving force to both rear wheels and reduces wheel spin caused by the loss of traction at one driving wheel If traction differs between the two rear wheels the differ ential automatically proportions the usable torque by providing more torque to the wheel that has traction Trac Lok is especially helpful during slippery driving conditions With both rear wheels on a slippery surface a slight application of the accelerator will supply maxi mum traction When starting with only one rear wheel on an excessively slippery surface slight application of the parking brake may be necessary to gain maximum trac tion 232 STARTING AND OPERATING ME WARNING On vehicles equipped with a limited slip differen tial never run the engine with one rear wheel off the ground The vehicle may drive through the rear wheel remaining on the ground and cause you to lose control of your vehicle PARKING BRAKE To set the parking brake pull the lever up as firmly as possible When the parking brake is applied with the ignition ON the Brake Warning Light in the instru ment cluster will light Ed To release the parking brake pull up slightly press the NOTE The instrument cluster Brake Warning Light center button then lower t
15. Fluid Leaks si eda 4 d Rer ERROR 70 Fluid Level Checks pa caumo pia eaa 70 Automatic Transmission 311 Clutch Fluid eenigen see RR Ren 313 Engine Oil ios uc e kr eere 290 Manual Transmission LL 313 Power Steering uses voe be ELA ed e 300 Fog Lights 29 erat dere qne Ro dere etd ea 102 Folding Rear Seat 2 2 m nr mee 94 Four Wheel Drive llle 222 Operation 0s une acea bac Pape Y ee eas 222 zin m 225 230 Systems uc bene erue d acr dee cde dedos 222 226 Four Way Hazard Flasher 272 Front Axle e ogg eu PREISE dA ne m 315 oj ade ae ens acre wee ee 259 Piller Cap wy cee pee s oes be ie ea 262 Filler Door 0 0 0 ccc es 262 Gasoline scissa aa eda ESL Ga baw 259 Gauge cac cdam cates ese 157 Materials Added lille 262 Octane Rating llle 259 Requirements arry eiene nes piinasi 259 326 Tank Capacity schc heen te ir cl nea e hid 326 Fuel System Caution 0 000000 00 263 Buses desebat aat Smee he ea ee ee E 320 Garage Door Opener 000000 Gas Cap ahd shaw Qe d eee thy dates Gasoline 209 ve uc oC sd PAE eae Gad E e Gasoline Reformulated Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 360 INDEX BEEN Gauges Coolant Temperature llle 153 Fuels urea dtu ars REI NE NNI 157 Odometer acc ek area sea aoe a ORT 154 OpeedOMmeter naka neared sapi ned 151 Tachometer 2 0 0 cece ees 151 Gear
16. GATE and or GLASS and then show the odometer trip odometer mileage each for 2 sec onds The display will continue to cycle 80d1f443 ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 NOTE If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the overhead console all warnings including door GATE GLASS and LOWASH will only be displayed in the EVIC display not in the instrument cluster For addi tional information refer to Overhead Console If Equipped in Section 3 If any other active warnings including door or LO WASH are present they will be shown in the VF display and will also continue to cycle If the vehicle is moving two single chimes will occur if the rear glass is open or three single chimes will occur if the rear swing gate is open one chime for each complete display cycle After this the VF display will continue to sequence only no chimes 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se If the trip reset button is pressed while the VF warnings are being displayed the VF display will revert back to only displaying the odometer trip odometer mileage NOTE Close swing gate before flip up window CAUTION Do not press on rear wiper blade when closing swing gate as damage to the blade will result WARNING Driving with the flip up window open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your passengers
17. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam age 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 the 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 Do not idle the engine for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating condi tions Do not allow vehicle to run out of fuel NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 297 Engine Timing Belt 2 4L Engine Replace the engine timing belt at the intervals described in the appropriate maintenance schedule Ignition Wiring System 2 4L Engine Replace the ignition cables at the intervals described in the appropriate maintenance schedule Crankcase Emission Control System Proper operation of this system depends on freedom from sticking or plugging due to deposits As vehicle mileage builds up the PCV valve and passages may accumulate
18. Instrument Panel Interconnecting Wiring Knee Impact Bolsters Front Acceleration Sensors e Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners e Front Passenger Seat Occupant Classification System OCS Occupant Classification Module Passenger Airbag Disabled PAD Indicator Light Interconnecting Wiring Pressure Sensor Bladder Assembly and Belt Tension Sensor How The Airbag System Works The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate Based on the level of collision severity the front control module determines the proper rate of inflation The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation from direction provided by the ORC The ORC may E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 modify the rate of inflation based on the occupant size provided by the Occupant Classification Module The ORC will not detect roll over or rear impacts The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions These include all of the items listed above except the steering wheel and column and knee bolsters If the key is in the OFF position in the ACC position or not in the ignition the airbags are not on and will not inflate Also the ORC turns on the AIRBAG warning light and PAD indicator light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds fo
19. Kilometers 5 000 10 000 14 000 19 000 24 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if X necessary Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 334 SCHEDULE B NENNEN Miles 18 000 21 000 24 000 27 000 30 000 Kilometers 29 000 34 000 38 000 43000 48 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if X necessary Replace the spark plugs X Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluidt X Inspect the transfer case fluid add if necessary X EN SCHEDULE B 335 Miles 33 000 36 000 39 000 42 000 45 000 Kilometers 53 000 58 000 62 000 67 000 72 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if X necessary Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluidt X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed 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 8 336 SCHEDULE B NENNEN required if belt
20. The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a minimum of 60 seconds 3 Fully apply parking brake 4 Apply the brakes and shift the transmission into P Park 5 The fluid MUST be checked with the transmission in P Park to be sure that the fluid level is accurate 6 Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated Remove dipstick and note reading At normal operating temperature approximately 180 F 82 C the fluid level is correct if it is in the HOT region cross hatched area on the oil level indicator The fluid level indicator should be in the COLD region at 70 F 21 C fluid temperature If the fluid level is low add sufficient fluid to bring to the proper level Refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Fluid is added through the dipstick tube NOTE To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission after checking or replenishing fluid make certain that the dipstick cap is properly reseated Special Additives The manufacturer recommends against the addition of any additives to the transmission Exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission The clutch hydraulic system is a sealed maintenance free system In the event of leakage or other malfunction the system must be replaced Manual Transmission Selection of Lubricant U
21. The fol lowing instructions are for the radio controls that operate this CD changer Mode Button To activate the CD changer press the MODE button until CD information appears on the display Push Button While the CD changer is playing press the NUMBER 1 push button or the NUMBER 5 push button to select a disc numbered higher or lower than the one currently being played Seek Button Press the SEEK up or down to select another track on the same disc A SEEK symbol will appear on the display Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Press and hold the FF button for fast forward Press and hold the RW button for fast reverse The audio output can be heard when fast forward and fast reverse are activated 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Random Play RND Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road the CD player may skip momentarily Skipping will not damage the disc or the player and play will resume automatically As a safeguard and to protect your CD player one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot CD HOT will pause the operation Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected or another MO
22. 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 Ibs 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 247 248 STARTING AND OPERATING Se WARNING 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 TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory o
23. first second of the current selection EJT Eject Press the EJT button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal The unit will switch to the radio mode If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds it will be reloaded The unit will continue in radio mode The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF FF TUNE RW Press FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner 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 tracks on the selected disc in random order to provide an interest ing change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press the RND button 4 button a second time to stop Random Play es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 Mode Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between the CD player the optional remote CD changer and the Satellite Radio if equipped When Satellite Radio if equipped is selected SA will appear in your radio display A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite mode Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available through Mopar Accessories
24. loss of vehicle control Overloading your tires is dangerous Overloading can cause tire failure Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle never overload them CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read ings Check with your dealer before replacing tires with a different size Alignment and Balance The suspension components of your vehicle should be inspected and aligned when needed to obtain maximum tire tread life Poor suspension alignment may result in e reduced tread life e uneven tire wear such as feathering and one sided wear e vehicle pull to the right or to the left 254 STARTING AND OPERATING ME Tires may also cause the vehicle to pull left or right Alignment will not correct this problem See your dealer for proper diagnosis of the problem Improper alignment will not normally cause vehicle vibration which may be a result of tire and wheel out of balance Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPM monitors the pressure in all 4 road tires and the full size spare The TPM system uses wireless technology to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the overhead console The tire pr
25. must turn the ignition from LOCK to ON so the steering wheel and shift lever are released Other wise damage to the steering column or shifter could result R Reverse For moving the vehicle rearward Always stop before moving the lever to R Reverse except when rocking the vehicle N Neutral Engine may be started in this position WARNING Do not coast in N Neutral and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions You might lose control of the vehicle ee STARTING AND OPERATING 219 Overdrive O D For most city and highway driving The transmission contains an electronically controlled Overdrive and will automatically shift from D Drive to O D Overdrive if the following conditions are present e The transmission selector is in D Drive e The O D OFF switch has not been activated e Vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph 48 km h e Transmission has reached normal operating tempera ture When frequent transmission shifting occurs while using Overdrive such as when operating the vehicle under heavy load conditions for example in hilly terrain strong head winds or trailer towing turning off over drive will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup Overdrive can be locked out by pressing the O D OFF switch located on side of the gearshi
26. 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 ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 pin number You will not need to remember this pin number after the initial registration process 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
27. or the vehicle is taken out of the 4 LO mode The low tire pressure warning messages on the EVIC and the Tire Pressure Monitor Warning Light will continue to be displayed until the tire pressure has been increased to the proper operating pressure 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 ee STARTING AND OPERATING 257 e This device must accept any interference received TIRE CHAINS including interference that may cause undesired op eration CAUTION The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the followi ng licenses To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires observe the following precautions Because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other United States c ccc eee eeee KR5S 120123 suspension components it is important that only chains in good condition are used Broken chains can cause serious Ca ada rm 2671 S120123 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 rear wheels as tightly as possible and then retighten after driving about mile 0 8 km Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps especially with a loaded vehicle Do not drive for prolonged perio
28. the cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure 306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EE Coolant Level The coolant recovery bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is ad equate The coolant level must be at or above the COLD FULL level on the bottle The radiator normally remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for coolant freeze point or replacing coolant Advise your service attendant of this As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level it should be added to the coolant recovery bottle Do not overfill Points To Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles of operation you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment This is normally a result of EN MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307 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 Check coolant freeze point in the system e If frequent coolant
29. your vehicle ee STARTING AND OPERATING 261 CAUTION DO NOT use gasoline containing METHANOL Gasoline containing methanol may damage critical fuel system components MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane Gasoline blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and reduces emission system performance in some vehicles The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without MMT be used in your vehicle The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump therefore you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not his her gasoline contains MMT It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than allowed in the United States MMT is pro hibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline Sulfur In Gasoline If you live in the northeast United States your vehicle may have been designed to meet California low emission standards with clean burning low sulfur California gasoline Gasoline sold outside of California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels which may affect the perfor mance of the vehicle s catalytic converter This may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to illuminate Illumination of this light while operating on high sulfur gasol
30. 19 Full Time Indicator Light If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the FULL TIME four wheel drive mode and employs the inter axle differential which al lows the front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds 20 Security Alarm System Indicator Light If Equipped This light will flash rapidly for approximately 16 seconds after all of the doors are locked and closed to signal that es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 the system is arming After the alarm successfully arms the light will flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarm is set 21 Fuel Gage When the ignition key is in the ON position the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank A small arrow indicates the side of the vehicle where the filler cap gas cap is located 22 Sentry Key Indicator Light If Equipped Refer to Sentry Key Immobilizer System in G8 Section 2 of this manual for more information 23 Low Fuel Warning Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 7 U S Gallons 10L this light will come on and remain on until fuel is added The Low Fuel Warning Light may turn on and off again especially during and after hard braking accelerations or turns This occurs due to the shifting of the fuel in the tank Also a single chime will sound 24 Airbag Warning Light AIR This indicator lights and remains lit for 6 to 8 BAG seconds when the ignition is first turned on If
31. Both drivers and passengers should always use the PAD indicator light as an indication if the front passenger is properly positioned or not If the PAD indicator light comes on when an adult is in the passenger seat have the passen ger re position themselves in the seat until the light goes out Remember if the PAD indicator light is illuminated the passenger front airbag will not inflate For properly installed child restraint systems and children properly seated on the front passenger seat the airbag will be disabled If at all possible place children 12 years and younger in a back seat The Driver and Passenger Airbag Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel When the ORC detects a collision requiring the airbags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags Different airbag inflation rates may be possible based on collision severity and occu pant size The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the bags inflate to their full size The bags fully inflate in about 50 70 milliseconds This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes The bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger The driver s front airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides of the airbag The passenger s
32. FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Smoker s Package If Equipped 136 Cargo Tie Down Hooks 138 H Cargo Area Featires ciss co wr exa 137 Cargo Organizer If Equipped 140 Cargo Light os Pape es dae SO HOT CIR AR 137 W Roof Luggage Rack 2 er es 142 Retractable Cargo Area Cover JtEquipped i222izee ie 49 See es 137 ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 MIRRORS Inside Day Night Mirror The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield Annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward rear of vehicle 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts 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 button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated x 80b6b3a6 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 Outs
33. Head llle 92 R straints Child aerea ia eS CRUS 58 Restraints Infant 0 0 00 cee eee 59 Restraints Occupant 0 0 0 eee eee 34 Retractable Cargo Area Cover 137 ROOF Rack 2 o2 a bea tie Hae at E Ace Ae eS 142 Rotation Tires 0 0 0 0 cee eee 256 258 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 69 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 70 Safety Defects Reporting 353 Safety Exhaust Gas sess cosa aoe oxi e arate ee Bae 68 Safety Information Tire 0 239 Safety TIDS o5 Gata JU ea NS 68 Satellite Radio llle 190 Satellite Radio Antenna llle 193 Schedule Maintenance lll 330 Seat Belt Reminder less 44 Seat Belts Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 40 And Pregnant Women 04 45 Child Restraint 0 0 0 0 0 000005 58 65 Extender 2 40 43 ERI eR 45 Inspection o2 us aude des eee Sec neenneee 69 Maintenance eve rx ue RR RE 319 Operating Instructions 005 36 Pretensioners 0000 cece eee 43 R mundet s reiri crr kae RRA a ee i 157 Seals cde ay ae Bd a a dcr eg cu e s 90 Adjustment 4 6 cae SS Ge bac EIER 90 Cleaning i 3 s deese ee nA dee aie boa 318 Head Restraints 0 0 0 eee eee eee 92 Heated cue ex ean avito Sad ROS ae Sc UR 97 POWeR 425034 62S 408 ob eee a ad She Og ER Rp So es 93 Rear Folding 4 4 paced eae G
34. INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 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 button to select between the CD player remote CD DVD changer if equipped or satellite radio if equipped 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se To sel
35. If a wheel rotation is not followed by the retrain procedure the system will not properly inform you of the correct vehicle location for a low or high pressure tire The following describes how to use this feature 1 Locate the training magnet in the glove compartment shaped like a doughnut 2 Press the MENU button until RETRAIN TIRE SEN SORS is displayed 3 Press the STEP button to select YES to retrain TPM sensor 4 Press the MENU button to enter selection 5 Display will read TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE NOTE There is a 60 second timer for training the first tire and a 30 second timer between training the remain ing tires If either of these timers expire the EVIC will abort the training procedure 6 Starting at the left front tire place the training magnet over the valve stem until the horn chirps This takes approximately 5 seconds 80d236ef 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M 7 Repeat step 6 working clockwise around the vehicle Left Front Right Front Right Rear Left Rear Spare until all five TPM sensor positions are trained etl 8 Return magnet to storage location 80ce79be If the display reads TRAINING COMPLETE pressing either the STEP C T RESET or MENU buttons will exit the training mode If the display reads TRAINING ABORTED move the vehicle ahead at least 1 foot and complete steps 1 8 again For further assistance questions or comments about the Tire Pressure
36. Inspect the transfer case fluid X en SCHEDULE A 343 Miles 36 000 42 000 48 000 54 000 Kilometers 58 000 67 000 77 000 86 000 Months 36 42 48 54 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 M 344 SCHEDULE A BEEN N Miles 60 000 66 000 72 000 78 000 IE Kilometers 96 000 106 000 115000 125 000 Ne Months 60 66 72 78 A Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X em Inspect the brake linings X a Inspect the engine air filter element and replace if nec X Py essary fe Replace the spark plugs X n Inspect the ignition cables and replace if necessary X my 2 4L Only Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary gt X 3 Inspect the drive belt and replace if needed X ME Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not re X hg quired if previously replaced Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months re X gardless of mileage Inspect the transfer case fluid X nn SCHEDULE A 345 Miles 84 000 90 000 96 000 102 000 Kilometers 134 000 144 000 154 000 163 000 Months 84 90 96 102 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the eng
37. LOAD EJT button and the button with the corresponding number where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal Radio display will show ejecting when it is being ejected If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will continue to play the non removed CD If the CD is removed and there are other CD s in the radio the radio will play the next CD If the CD is removed and there are no other CD s in the radio the radio will return to the last selected AM or FM mode The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF 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 scan through each track on the CD currently playing 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME 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 SET RND Press the RND button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the tracks on the disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the nex
38. Monitor system please call 1 877 774 8473 Mini Trip Computer This feature located in the overhead console displays information on outside temperature compass direction and trip information Reset Button Use this button to reset the Average Economy Trip Miles and Time Elapsed displays to zero This will occur only if A UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 a resettable function is currently being displayed Aver age Economy Trip Miles and Time Elapsed A single chime will sound to indicate that a reset has occurred Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within 3 seconds while in any of the three resettable displays the RESET button will reset all three displays A chime two beeps will sound to indicate that a reset has occurred Menu Button Press the Menu button to scroll through the following screens LANGUAGE DISPLAY U S OR METRIC AUTO DOOR LOCKS AUTO UNLOCK ON EXIT RE MOTE UNLOCK DRIV DOOR 1ST SOUND HORN WITH LOCK FLASH LIGHTS WITH LOCKS HEAD LAMP DELAY SERVICE INTV LOW FUEL CHIME TRAIN REMOTE and RETRAIN TIRE SENSORS C T Button Press the C T button to display the outside temperature and one of eight compass readings to indicate the direc tion the vehicle is facing WARNING Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32 F 0 C the road surface may be icy particularly in woods or on bridges Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an acci
39. NOTE If the HomeLink display does not change to TRAINED contact HomeLink at www homelink com or call 1 800 355 3515 for assistance 4 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink button TRANSMIT should appear on the display If your device activates when the HomeLink button is depressed and released programming is complete NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons simply repeat the Programming HomeLink pro cess If the message TRANSMIT appears on the HomeLink display but your device does not activate the device may be equipped with a rolling code system Continue with steps five through seven below to complete the program ming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 5 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 6 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 the next step 7 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 process ee
40. Running Lights 102 Dealer Service leen 289 Defroster Rear Window 204 Diagnostic System Onboard 287 Dimmer Switch Headlight 101 Dipsticks Oil Engine sincere dcr ao een i deg 290 Power Steering 224 3 perpas e pp La 300 Disabled Vehicle Towing 5 281 Disarming Theft System 0 28 Disposal Engine Oil 2 2222e sieI Pe H9 b6eI4 s 294 Used Engine Fluids 00 294 Door LOCKS 3 32 1464 49 Sad EN Pieri x x 18 Door Locks Automatic 00 0 eee 21 Door Opener Garage meai a Wagnes 125 DOORS ined eo a Ha SX REG EE RS ER 18 Drive Belts oss klick ER EROS 294 Dtivihg uso eb hs estelosa 6 aed deque ec ats 236 Off Pavement lle 236 On Ehlls ite cit ahi ek E Ee a EE reos 237 On Slippery Surfaces eces 0 20 00 0000 237 When to Use Low Range 236 Electric Remote Mirrors lesen 77 Electrical Outlet Auxiliary 133 Electrical Power Outlets 0005 133 Electronic Speed Control 040 108 Electronic Vehicle Information Center 112 Emergency In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher 362 INDEX BENE Jump Starting iiis ashes S ERR hes 279 TOW HOOKS 3303129409 4 39444 obi a bead 2 281 Emission Control System Maintenance 288 330 Engine Air Cleaner 2 0 0 0 ec es 297 Block Heater isuria pacsen
41. The following describes the left hand control 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 control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset push button Tape Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next selection on the cassette Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current selection or to the beginning of the previous selection if it is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second selection three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left hand switch switches the side of the tape to be played CD Player Single Disc in Radio Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left hand switch has no function in this mode CD Pla
42. WASHER FLUID FILTER OIL FILL STEERING DISTRIBUTION FLUID CENTER 80c8de5a EE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 287 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 transmission 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 e Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indica tor Light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be per formed If the Malfunction Indicator Light is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic con verter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required 288 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass
43. Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions including brake fluid level and parking brake BRAKE application If the light comes on it may indi cate that the parking brake is applied or there is a low brake fluid level On vehicles equipped with Anti Lock brakes ABS it may also indicate an ABS malfunction that could lead to reduced braking perfor mance 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se WARNING Driving a vehicle with the BRAKE warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking per formance or vehicle stability during braking may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle or will make your vehicle harder to control You could have an accident Have the vehicle checked immedi ately 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 approximately 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 Also the light will come 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 If the parking brake is off and the light remains on have the brake system inspected as soon as possible
44. a normal condition Pressing the O D OFF switch will show that the transmission is able to shift into and out of Overdrive e If the vehicle has not been driven for several days the first few seconds of operation after shifting the trans mission into gear may seem sluggish This is due to the transmission fluid partially draining from the torque converter into the transmission This is considered a normal condition and will not cause damage to the transmission The torque converter will refill within 5 seconds of shifting from P Park into any other gear position 222 STARTING AND OPERATING EE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION Command Trac Operating Information Precautions The Command Trac transfer case provides 4 mode positions 2 rear wheel drive high range 4 wheel drive high range neutral and 4 wheel drive low range This transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2 wheel drive position 2H for normal street and highway con ditions such as dry hard surfaced roads When additional traction is required the transfer case 4H and 4L positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed This is accomplished by simply moving the shift lever to these positions The 4H and 4L positions are intended for loose slippery road surfaces only Driving in the 4H and 4L positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and da
45. additions are required or if the level in the recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks e Maintain coolant concentration to 50 ethylene glycol antifreeze minimum in water for proper corrosion protection of your engine that contains aluminum components e Make sure that the radiator and coolant bottle hoses are not kinked or obstructed e Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation If replacement is ever necessary install ONLY the correct type thermostat Other designs may result in unsatisfactory cooling performance poor gas mileage and increased emissions Hoses and Vacuum Vapor Harnesses Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage Hard or soft spots brittle rubber cracking tears cuts abrasions and exces sive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber Pay particular attention to the hoses nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold Inspect hose rout ing to be sure hoses do not touch any heat source or moving component that may cause heat damage or mechanical wear 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EE WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident Driving with your foot resting Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leak
46. any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily in off road conditions If at all possible avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover OFF ROAD DRIVING TIPS When To Use 4L or 4 LO Low Range When driving off road shift to 4L or 4 LO for additional traction in moving forward or descending a hill for low speed pulling power or to improve handling and control on slippery or difficult terrain Also use 4L or 4 LO range on the road in rain ice snow mud or sand to get heavy loads rolling or whenever High range four wheel drive traction is insufficient EN STARTING AND OPERATING 237 In Snow Mud and Sand In heavy snow when pulling a load or for additional control at slower speeds shift the transmission to a low gear and shift the transfer case to 4L or 4 LO if necessary Don t shift to a lower gear than necessary to maintain headway Over revving the engine can spin the wheels and traction will be lost Do not downshift on icy or slippery roads because engine braking may cause skidding and loss of control Hill Climbing Before climbing a steep hill shift the transmission to a lower gear and shift the transfer case to 4L or 4 LO Use first gear and 4L or 4 LO for very steep hills If you stall or begin to lose headway while climbing a steep hill allow your vehicle to com
47. are affected If the TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE message has been displayed and valid sensor signals are received the EVIC will display the TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE message for 3 seconds along with a chime This is meant to inform you when the TPM system has returned to it s normal operation This will occur when valid tire pressure sensor messages have been received from all 4 road tires TPM system function may be temporarily unavailable due to external electromag netic interference such as electronic devices or nearby radio or TV towers es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 4 In addition to monitoring the vehicle tires the TPM system monitors faults within the system When any fault has been set the TPM system will display TIRE SENSOR BAD MISSING Be sure to inspect your tires for proper inflation pressure After you determine that your tires are properly inflated see your authorized dealer for service to diagnose the problem with the TPM system 5 If a road tire is replaced by the spare the TPM system will automatically detect that the tires have been switched after the ignition has been cycled and display SPARE SWAP DETECTED along with a chime This could take up to 10 minutes with vehicle speed above 25 mph 40 km h General Information This device complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful i
48. as evenly personal injury or property damage Follow the roof as possible and secure the load appropriately rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof Long loads which extend over the windshield rack such as wood panels or surfboards should be secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle Place a blanket or other protection between the surface of the roof and the load 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 Information Provided by DEALER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Bl Instrument Panel And Interior Controls 149 Mi Instrument Cluster oana a aaa aaa aaa 150 E Instrument Cluster Description 151 B Electronic Digital Clock 00 158 Clock Setting Procedure 158 Bl Radio General Information 158 Radio Broadcast Signals 158 Two Types Of Signals 0 0 159 Electrical Disturbances 5 159 AM Reception FM Reception ll Sales Code RBB AM FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer Capability zt sotoas ecce peg et S Enc bee 160 Operat
49. back of your seat body and can take the forces of a collision the Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt make your injuries in a collision much worse You go around your lap might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in an accident hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se WARNING 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap portion pull up a A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not bit on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too protect you properly The lap portion could ride too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug high on your body possibly causing internal injuries y Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you dle Ine Sek oh lece ander dps Belt dma A belt
50. bes he hei Gee pipe 47 Yu MET 28 Alarm Pate ent 3 aed 84 ag ele xc ed c Peers 25 Alignment and Balance 04 253 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antenna Satellite Radio Ls 193 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 326 Anti Lock Brake System 00000 234 Anti Lock Warning Light lus 152 Appearance Care i iss ale eos e Yd bass 315 Arming Theft System lt 2 0 0 0 00 0 e eee 28 Auto Down Power Windows sss 33 Automatic Dimming Mirror 76 Automatic Door Locks 0 000 000 00 21 Automatic Transmission 216 311 Adding Fluid i sse cc ue ne en 312 Fluid and Filter Changes 311 Fluid Level Check veris 311 Fluid Ty Per asa see Seres epe dep ae ed 311 Gear Ranges is cease Pedy ota mewes 217 Shif hg uode ace atque ahs UE edens doe Re 216 Special Additives 525 eges ERR eis 312 Torque Gonvert r eae d oer e n 221 Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 0 133 en INDEX 359 Auxiliary Power Outlet 0040 133 Bar Light eue ts gee dase ae hare ned 103 Battery 74 csi ane ot ee ob Res ues Et tte FW 298 Emergency Starting 000000 279 Keyless Transmitter Replacement 27 Saving Peatute 62s aa ct ehae ae ate E 102 Belts Drive ideae RU EROR DUE GU 294 Body Mechanism Lubrication 301 B Pillar Location 1 0 0 cee eee
51. can also be found on your customer invoice that you were given upon receipt of your vehicle 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 cannot 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 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics A blank key is one which has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key System serviced bring all vehicle keys to the dealer Customer Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid keys by doing the following 1 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 SKIS indicator light will begin to flash Turn the ignition sw
52. child restraint without using the vehicle s seat belts instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure LATCH compatible child restraint systems are now avail able However because the lower anchorages are to be introduced over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to also have features for installation using the vehicle s seat belts Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages have been avail able for some time For some older child restraints many child restraint manufacturers offer add on tether strap kits or retro fit kits You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re straint in any vehicle All three rear seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH compatible child seats having flexible webbing mounted lower at tachments Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only Regard less of the specific type of lower attachment NEVER install LATCH compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchorage If installing child seats in adjacent rear seating positions or if your child re straints are not LATCH compatible install the restraints using the vehicle s seat belts ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFO
53. 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 a extended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh outside air into the vehicle e 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 e Always run the climate control in panel or floor mode when driving with any windows open even if only slightly to help keep fresh air circulating inside ve hicle Otherwise poisonous gases could be drawn into the vehicle 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 Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing pretensioners etc If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition replace the belt NOTE The Seat Belt Indicator Light will remain on until the driver s seat belt is buckled Airbag Warning Light The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignit
54. deposits If a valve is not working properly replace it with a new valve DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or plugging deposits Replace if necessary Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions replace the air filter at the intervals shown on Maintenance Schedule A If however you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or severe conditions the filter element should be inspected periodically and replaced if necessary at the intervals shown on Maintenance Schedule B WARNING The air cleaner can provide protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air cleaner unless it is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compart ment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury 298 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic main tenance required WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories con tain lead and lead compounds Always wash hands after handling the battery DARKENED INDICATOR WITH GREEN DOT BATTERY CHARGE OK FLUID LEVEL OK DARKENED INDICATOR NO GREEN DOT BATTERY CHARGE LOW BATTERY FLUID LEVEL OK CONDITION INDICATOR YELLOW OR BRIGHT INDICATOR BATTERY CHARGE UNKNOWN
55. door is left open or the dimmer control is left in the dome light position Turn the ignition switch ON to restore the overhead light operation Rear Cargo Light The rear cargo light includes an independent On Off switch which when off will not allow the illumination of any interior lighting when the rear swing gate or flipper glass is opened All other methods of turning the interior lighting on off will function normally regardless of the rear cargo light switch position Dimmer Control With the park lights or headlights on rotating the control for the dimmer switch on the multi function control lever upward will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights Rotating the control completely upward turns on the dome light Daytime Brightness Feature Certain components odometer radio etc can be illumi nated at full brightness during the daytime This can be helpful when driving with your headlights on during the daytime such as in a parade or a funeral procession To activate this feature rotate the multi function control lever one detent lower than the dome light 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Front Map Reading Lights Multi Function Control Lever The multi function control lever controls the operation of the park lights headlights headlight beam selection passing light fog lights instrument panel light dimming and turn signals These lights are mounted in the overhead console E
56. ead EI PES 274 275 Flat Changing vis tute ad ox eh x itak e 274 General Information 2 05 248 High Speed u s eene aon cene don dr es 250 Inflation Pressures lille 249 Jacking essepqee 5bees e tat aussie ies 276 Load Capacity 424 4 4044 5 p nieres 244 245 en INDEX 373 Pressure Monitor System 113 254 Radial cae oat a ees ee eee ae ee ae 251 Replacement nec wd ok Re ews NES ee 252 RotatiOn diede m Wie ee eS o 256 258 Safety casse escas e ca xs 70 239 SIZES uino gd EG Mah te YE eni EX 241 Spare Tir asesor eee da RE 275 SPINNING suc Ge GG RR aeos c mde s os 251 Tread Wear Indicators 0005 252 Wheel Nut Torque 0 00 06 278 Torque Converter Clutch 06 221 Tow Hooks Emergency 0000006 281 TOWING 2 tm ot Yi edes PER aa d Res 264 281 Disabled Vehicle llle 281 Recreational e r a5 8 Soca eee ERES 267 Trail ring oes eoe eR cen Gianna ee ease 264 Trac Lok Rear Axle llle 231 Trailer TOWING 3c crede menie dna ane 264 Minimum Requirements llus 266 Transfer Case ix ree Ree OR RD d 222 313 Four Wheel Drive Operation 222 Maintenance 0 000 313 Transmission Automatic ied ec ep ea es 216 311 Maintenance L bids ker iiti iti 311 313 Manual 6zmacedGexas c4 aem ak ans 213 Shif ng ses Pare ee oie eR ox ac s 213 Warming Light uses ua ades ees 155 Transmitter Battery Service
57. ede ha 98 Lights On Reminder 0000 102 TOW Fuel a qo edP eret qp De deir d 157 Malfunction Indicator sss 152 Map Reading 2e etse oe uet eq eoe 100 Oil Pressure oasis oak Are 155 Park 329909 coh Nude Surio ae ds 101 Passing oe doxes EROR ee siii WARE sald Ea 101 Reading Ji 30s o9 RTIDA LPS REPRE DE YS 111 Seat Belt Reminder less 157 DENY Key ex xg ich ad quw OP Ice s i aa 157 Transfer Case 2 2 ee 155 156 Transmission Warning 00005 155 Turn Signal se enr RR R 101 151 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 151 Loading Vehicle JT CC 244 Locks Automatic DOO csse qe PRG PRS 21 Child Protection 3 222 ure ew ECHOS ev 22 DOOR RR MR TIC 18 Power Dof 43 23 4944 ko RERLREGH PR SEES 21 Steering Wheel iiu eere e che xa 17 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH i meaai mapatan i aa DIE ai RR rd 62 63 Lubrication Body see testas cosi retes 301 en INDEX 367 Lug Nuts dosaen aa e dnd ae e RA ed ate aw Be 278 Luggage Carrier i4 dette LE REY 142 Luggage Rack ssc cede RR RE 142 Maintenance Free Battery 04 298 Maintenance Procedures 000 000 ee 290 Maintenance Schedule Ls 330 Light Duty Schedule A is 342 Light Duty Schedule B 333 Schedule A es 342 Schedule B i genta v ca RES 333 Maintenance Sunroof 0
58. ee 244 brake Systems 2s ote d box 9 Seba et wes ters 308 AntE Lock zu cds e Ba Ne oe aed a vu da 152 234 FOSES cessed ied AS Gne ESO WED ES doen 308 Master Cylinder i 1a s seas erp eie 310 Parking ic bonnet dee deb m ab eds 232 Warning Light ee eR Seg 155 Brake Transmission Interlock 216 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 68 Bulb Replacement eesse eroe REX Re 324 Bulbs CEDU iie ade peterem E poete eoa 324 Calibration Compass llle 122 Capacities Fluid Caps Filler Puel geniis ette Geese a dta ed 262 Radiator Car Washes ce sci Dre he LR era i Rs 316 Cargo Area Cover Cargo Area Features 0 0 0 0 00 eee 137 Cargo Compartment Light meme au als ehem dox ee Luggage Carrier 4 629 92099 s Cargo light ees sc wis dean sran noe tern Cargo Organizer Cargo le DownsS jc ee ie RR RR Rs Carpeting Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance Cassette Tape Player 360 INDEX aa Catalytic Converter usen RR des 295 Caution Exhaust Gas 0 0 000000 cee 68 CD Changet 22299193 wee tars 164 171 182 CD Player cie mem 167 169 174 180 183 186 CD Player Maintenance srest eserini sesti 197 Cellular Phone 0 0 00 ee erpats 78 198 Chains Tire si csr suta ona enn ba PEE YR 257 Changing A Flat Tire 274 Charging System Light 153 Chart lire Sizing ase 6 ark ee ke hh ew dee s 241 Child Restraint 00 0 0 00 0005 58 63 65 Child Restraint Tethe
59. for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding the button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency If the button is pushed and held the radio will continue to tune until the button is released The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pushed To Set The Push Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push button memory press the SET button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the 1 5 button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss Every time a preset bu
60. from your authorized dealer 324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EE 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 Remove Cartridge fuse 15 in the Power Distribution Center labeled Ignition Off Draw IOD e Store the removed IOD fuse in the Power Distribution Center location 11 labeled IOD Storage e Or 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 BULBS Interior Lights Bulb Type A CHeater lle eese Not Serviceable Ashtray Receiver Light 0 161 Climate Control Manual A C 74 Front Reading ss occus eate awa kaa ea 192 Rear Cargo Light ceres peasant radeau rna 214 2 Lighted Vanity Mirror P N 6501966 Underpanel Courtesy Lights 906 Instrument Cluster General Illumination 103 Telltale Hazard Light llle 74 Available only from authorized dealers es MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 Exterior Lights Bulb Type Backup Lights 0004 3157 P277W Center High Mounted Stoplight 921 W
61. front airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides of the airbag In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle The Occupant Classification Module OCM is lo cated beneath the front passenger seat The OCM classifies the occupant into one of three size categories based on the input from the Bladder Assembly and a Belt Tension Sensor The size categories include empty 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se child and adult The OCM sends the Occupant Clas sification to the ORC to determine if a front passenger airbag is allowed If a fault is present the AIRBAG warning light is illuminated The Passenger Airbag Disabled PAD Indicator Light indicates to the driver and passenger when the airbag is turned OFF In the presence of a properly seated occupant when the PAD indicator light is illuminated the airbag is OFF Also when the Occu pant Classification System detects either an empty seat or a weight less than the predetermined threshold the ORC will not illuminate the PAD indicator light even though the airbag is turned OFF The Belt Tension Sensor BTS is located at the outboard passenger lap belt anchor The BTS creates a signal based on outboard lap belt tension This signal is sent to the OCM to ensure that the resultant bladder ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 pressure increase due to applied lap belt tension does not cause a small occupant to be clas
62. in the front and the rear CAUTION Tow hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a vehicle stranded off road Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing You could damage your vehicle Tow straps are recommended when towing the vehicle chains may cause vehicle damage Information Provided by DEALER MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MAL Ege PT 285 RUM o Cm 286 ll Onboard Diagnostic System OBDII 287 Bl Emissions Inspection And Maintenance ProetamiS uae ee ce ex ae Roe x Red d 288 M Replacement Parts 2s soos s x Ra 289 H Dealer Service 2 1 es 289 Bl Maintenance Procedures 00005 290 Engine Oil ssa serae ae aee ames 290 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tension 294 Spaik Plugs ined ec du S RR EU ER 295 Catalytic Converter 00 0 295 Engine Timing Belt 2 4L Engine Ignition Wiring System 2 4L Engine Crankcase Emission Control System Air Cleaner Filter lt stiicere 200040040004 Maintenance Free Battery 298 Air Conditioner Maintenance 299 284 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BEEN Power Steering Fluid Check 300 Driveline And Steering Component L bricati n su RR RR S 301 Body Lubrication oo serressssssr essas 30
63. increase while you drive This pressure can result in a spray of gasoline and or vapors when the cap is removed from a hot vehicle Removing the cap slowly allows the pressure to vent and prevents fuel spray 80c579c7 CAUTION Damage to the fuel system or emission control Never add fuel when the engine is running Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel cap is removed or the tank filled system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system 264 STARTING AND OPERATING Se TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle Before towing a trailer carefully review 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 Maintenance Schedules section 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 Remember that everything put in or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle Warranty Requirements The manufacturer s warranty wi
64. invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended To remove the ignition key on models with a manual transmission depress and hold the key release button turn the ignition key to LOCK and remove the key 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN Key In Ignition Reminder If you open the driver s door and the key is fully inserted in the ignition switch a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The Sentry Key Immobilizer System SKIS prevents unauthorized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine The system will shut the engine down after 2 seconds of running if an invalid key is used to start the vehicle This system utilizes ignition keys which have an electronic chip transponder embedded into them Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle for longer than the 2 second validation time period The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be armed or activated Operation of the system is automatic regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or unlocked During normal operation the SKIS indicator light will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check Afterwards if the bulb remains on this indicates a malfunction in the electronics If the bulb begins to flash immediat
65. is located on the right side of the steering column For front wiper operation turn the control lever end cap upward to select the desired wiper speed An indicator light in the instrument cluster will illumi nate when the light bar has been activated es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Windshield Washers To use the 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 intermit tent interval previously selected NOTE If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the overhead console all warnings including door GATE GLASS and LOWASH will only be displayed in the EVIC display not in the instrument cluster For addi tional information refer to Overhead Console If Equipped in Section 3 The vacuum fluorescent VF display located in the odometer area displays the word LOWASH when the washer solvent needs to be refilled If the vehicle is not moving when a low washer fluid condition is detected the VF display will show the word LOWASH and then show the odometer trip odometer mileage each for 2 seconds The display will continue to cycle If any other active warnings including door GATE or GLASS are present they will be shown in the VF display and will continue to cycle If the
66. is restarted the wiper will resume function at whichever position the switch is set at If the swing gate flip up window is open or the swing gate is open connection to the rear window wiper is interrupted preventing activation of the rear wiper blade When the swing gate flip up window or the swing gate is closed the rear wiper switch or the ignition switch needs to be turned OFF and then to ON to restart the rear wiper NOTE The rear swing gate will lock while the rear wiper is operating The gate will stay locked until the wiper is turned off and the gate is unlocked by key lock switch or key fob Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radia tor antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water Rear Window Defroster G On the top of the climate control panel is a push button for rear window defrosting An amber indicator in the push button will light when the defroster is turned on Push again to turn off the defroster prior to an automatic time out ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 CAUTION Use care when washing the inside of the rear win dow to prevent damage to heating elements Use a soft cloth and a mild washin
67. is to be used with the vehicle including any transmitters that are currently programmed 2 Enter Program Mode Turn the ignition to the ON position and using a currently programmed transmitter press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter Continue to hold the Unlock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press and hold the PANIC button for at least 1 second Release both buttons simultaneously 3 Program Each Transmitter All transmitters to be used with your vehicle must be programmed as follows Press and release the Lock and Unlock buttons simul taneously followed by a press and release of ANY button on each transmitter to be programmed You will hear a chime when a transmitter has been successfully pro grammed General Information This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation If your Remote Keyless Entry fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 Weak batteries in transmitter The expected life of batteries is from one to two years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some
68. keep the belt tight however any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary If the seat belt has a automatic locking retractor it will have a distinctive label Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle Then pull the belt until it is all extracted from the retractor Allow the belt to return to the retractor pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion about the child restraint Refer to Automatic Locking Mode earlier in this section In the rear seat you may have trouble tightening the lap shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se If the belt still can t be tightened or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt you may need to do something more Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle turn the buckle around and insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still can t make the child restraint secure try a different seating position To attach a child restraint tether strap Route the tether strap over the s
69. left side of the instrument panel A label is attached to the fuse panel cover to identify each fuse for ease of replacement 80c9225b ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 Fuse Panel Description Cavity Fuse Description 1 15 Amp Blue Horn Relay Power Sunroof Relay Power Window Relay 2 10 Amp Red Rear Fog Lights Export Only 3 20 Amp Yel Cigar Lighter low 4 10 Amp Red Headlight Low Beam Right 5 10 Amp Red Headlight Low Beam Left 6 20 Amp Yel Body Control Module Power low Door Locks 7 10 Amp Red Left Park Light Left Tail Lamp License Plate Lamp 8 Spare 9 10 Amp Red Right Park Light RightTail Lamp License Plate Lamp Cluster Cavity Fuse Description 10 Spare 11 15 Amp Blue Flasher 12 15 Amp Blue Stop Lights 13 10 Amp Red Body Control Module CMTC Cluster Pass Airbag On Off Indicator Auto Day light Mirror Light Bar Switch Renegade Only 14 10 Amp Red PDC Fuel Pump AC Clutch Starter Relay Engine Controller Transmission Controller Diesel Only 15 Spare 16 20 Amp Yel Power Outlet Rear low 17 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EE Cavity Fuse Description Cavity Fuse Description 18 20 Amp Yel Radio Choke amp Relay 29 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors Rear Win low dow Defroster Indicator 19 20 Amp Yel Frt Fog Lights Trailer Tow 30 15 Amp Blue He
70. llle 293 Materials Added to llle 294 Pressure Warning Light 155 Recommendation sss 293 326 MISCOSILY i Soa ua dad elas der aou tra de od 293 326 Oil Filter Selection llle 294 Oil Pressure Light Lees eR RR ee 155 Onboard Diagnostic System 287 288 Opener Garage Door llle 125 Organizer CargO i n x44 pe dae das 140 Outside Rearview Mirrors lesen 76 Overhead Console sees 110 Overheating Engine 0 000000 ee 273 Owners Manual 0 0 0 eee eee 354 Paint Care eseas sea baat 4 ey hae oe ed ds 315 Paint Damage 0 eee eee 315 Panic Alarm see dase dav p ERO DN a ates YI 25 Parking Brake 0 eee esis 232 Passing light ssepe Rer RR ERR 101 PCV Valve bacarsan penea es GOES DEA 297 PetS xu pace Robe a Y dar score eR cen CRS 67 Phone Cellular 3 9 5 24 eR wee A ee es 78 Phone Hands Free 0 eee een ee 78 Placard Tire and Loading Information 244 Polishing and Waxing 06 316 Power Distribution Center 0 0 0 0 eee eae 323 Door LOCKS 42139 4 44 O83 nthe oad E dos 21 en INDEX 369 IMIIEPOES sanns eE OE si Av ao ef noobs a be Peay eR ee Y 77 Outlet 222229 90 a ed ae Tm es 133 Seals x se ecards Re o MEER SER E 93 OCETNE c fos aaae Ga wa arly hana eS 300 OunfOOL szciccacoa Beas Gua Hee EE Bx E 130 WINdOWS 55 64 2 4 64565 2a 4 ood duy alee ed 32 P
71. 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 arm 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 designation of a phonebook entry that you wish to dial For example you can say Call John Doe Work 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME 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 curre
72. neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 6 To release the belt push the red button marked PRESS on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow it 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 an accident if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing pretensioner etc Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seat positions the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck To lower the shoulder belt height push the button and slide the height adjuster down To raise the height of the shoulder belt slide the height adjuster up Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING Position the shoulder belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision As a guide if you are short
73. of the cargo organizer to lock it into place Do not load objects over 30 Ibs 13 5 kg in the upper position Failure to follow this warning could cause the cargo organizer to collapse resulting in personal injury CAUTION Do not load objects over 100 Ibs 45 kg in the lower position Failure to follow this could cause damage to the cargo organizer 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se To Open Storage Compartments Cargo Organizer Removal Loosen screw then lift lever from each mount located on the floor of the rear cargo area and remove the cargo organizer from the vehicle 1 Pull up on the center opening of the cargo organizer ROOF LUGGAGE RACK External racks do not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle Be sure that the total occupant and luggage load inside the vehicle plus the load on the luggage rack do not exceed the rated vehicle capacity as shown on the label attached to the drivers door shut face 2 Lift up on the storage compartment dividers and lock into place es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 CAUTION WARNING To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle do Cargo must be securely tied before driving your not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity vehicle Improperly secured loads can fly off the of 150 Ibs 68 kg or 65 Ibs 29 5 kg on Renegade vehicle particularly at high speeds resulting in models Always distribute heavy loads
74. seat To remove the jack from its stowage position turn the thumb screw counterclockwise to loosen jack assembly and then remove it e Always store the jack lug wrench and spare flat or damaged tire securely in the proper place Never leave them loose in the vehicle where they could become dangerous projectiles during a quick stop or collision 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 unless suitable sup ports are placed under the vehicle as a safety measure The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas EN WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 275 Spare Tire Location To remove the spare tire from the carrier remove the tire cover if equipped and remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench turning them counterclockwise 80d1f789 NOTE If you have added aftermarket accessories to the spare tire mounted carrier it cannot exceed a gross weight of 50 Ibs 23 kg including the weight of the spare tire Tire Changing Procedures WARNING You can be injured or killed if you try to change a wheel too close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 276 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME Preparation e Dark on a firm level surface well off the road to provide ample work space Place automatic transmis sion in P Park or m
75. seat and be sure the latch engages fully 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 91 WARNING e Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the re cliner only when the vehicle is parked Front Seat Adjustment Recline To adjust the seatback lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat lean back and release the lever at the desired position To return the seatback lift the lever lean forward and release the lever 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear Adjustable head restraints should be adjusted so that the upper edge is as high as practical The head restraints have a locking button that must be pushed inward to lower the head restraint The restraints may be raised without pushing in the button ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Power Seat Adjuster
76. seconds no more than 10 seconds The last variance zone number will be displayed Press the STEP button to select the new variance zone and press the RESET button to resume normal operation General Information This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation A UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 CAUTION WARNING Changes or modifications not expressively approved Before programming HomeLink to a garage door opener or gate operator make sure that people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent potential harm or damage When programming a garage door opener it is advised to park outside of GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED the garage Do not use HomeLink with any garage Equipped in vehicles that have the optional Electronic door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse fea Vehicle Information Center EVIC tures as required by U S federal safety standards this includes any garage door opener model manu factured before April 1 1982 A garage door that cannot detect an object signaling the door to stop and reverse does not meet current U S federal safety standards For more information contact HomeLink at www homelink com or by call
77. sion whenever possible After Driving Off Road Off road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than does most on highway driving After going off road it is always a good idea to check for damage That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have your vehicle ready when you need it e Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle Check tires body structure steering suspension and exhaust system for damage e Check threaded fasteners for looseness particularly on the chassis drivetrain components steering and sus pension Retighten them if required and torque to the values specified in the Service Manual e Check for accumulations of plants or brush These things could be a fire hazard They might hide damage to fuel lines brake hoses axle pinion seals and propeller shafts e After extended operation in mud sand water or similar dirty conditions have brake rotors wheels brake linings and axle yokes inspected and cleaned as soon as possible WARNING Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking You might not have full braking power when you need it to prevent an accident If you have been operating your vehicle in dirty conditions get your brakes checked and cleaned as necessary e If you experience unusual vibration after driving in mud slush or similar conditions check the wheels for impacted material Impacted material c
78. that is too loose will not protect you as well In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing NOTE The Seat Belt Indicator Light will remain on the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly untl the drivers seat beltis buckled 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 A shoulder belt placed behind 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 en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 WARNING A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision The belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdo men Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug A twisted belt cannot do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you cannot straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your authorized dealer and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your
79. 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 time es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 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 ph
80. the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors and swing gate or when you use the power door lock switch while the door is open After all the doors are locked and closed a red light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to signal that the system is arming During this 16 second arming period opening any door or the swing gate will cancel the arming If the system successfully arms the red light will flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarm is set To Disarm the System To disarm the system use the remote keyless entry transmitter or the key to unlock the driver s door If something has triggered the system in your absence the horn will sound three times when you unlock the doors Check the vehicle for tampering en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 NOTE On vehicles equipped with Remote Keyless Entry RKE there will not be a door lock cylinder on the front passenger door rear doors or rear swing gate Therefore you will be unable to disarm the system with a manual unlock of the passenger or rear doors The Security Alarm System is designed to protect your vehicle however you can create conditions where the system will arm unexpectedly If you remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the transmitter once the system is armed after 16 seconds when you pull the door handle to exit the alarm will sound If this occurs press the Unlock button on the remote keyless entr
81. 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 ee STARTING AND OPERATING 243 Tire Identification Number TIN Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire tires as mounted on the vehicle If the TIN is not found on however the date code may only be on one side Tires the outboard side then you will find it on the inboard side with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including of the tire date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire EXAMPLE DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT Department of Transportation This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location 2 digits L9 Code representing the tire size 2 digits ABCD Code used by tire manufacturer 1 to 4 digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 01 means the year 2001 Prior to July 2000 tire manufacturers were only required to have 1 number to represent the year in which the
82. tire was manufactured Example 031 could represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991 244 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 QR 4 T125 70D15 420kPa 60PSI SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION RA 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 ee STARTING AND OPERATING 245 4 the cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires 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 loading 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 tow
83. tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct inflation pressure The manufacture strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in quality and performance when replacement is needed see section on tread wear indicators Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety handling ride and fuel economy of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your original equipment tire dealer on any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability ee STARTING AND OPERATING 253 WARNING Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combinations of unap proved tires and wheels may change suspension dimen sions and performance characteristics resulting in changes to steering handling and braking of your vehicle This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension components You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire size listed on your vehicle s tire label Using a smaller tire could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and
84. to the set speed 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME WARNING Leaving the Speed Control on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or NOTE When driving uphill at elevations above 2 000 ft 610 meters or when the vehicle is heavily loaded especially when towing the vehicle may slow below the SET speed If the vehicle speed drops below 30 mph 48 km h the Speed Control will automatically disengage If this happens you can push down on the accelerator pedal to maintain the desired speed A full throttle high RPM acceleration while the system is engaged will cause the system to disengage Vehicles may exhibit several 4 3 downshifts under the above conditions To reduce the frequency of the down shifts and to improve vehicle performance it is advisable to lock out overdrive Press the O D OFF button on the right side of the shift lever cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always turn the system off when you are not using it OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The overhead console contains dome reading lights an optional universal garage door opener HomeLink an optional sunroof switch and an Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC that consists of the following e Compass temperature display e Trip information displays e Vehicle information warning message displays e Customer programmable features ee UND
85. turned off when the headlights are switched on or when the parking brake is set N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Light Bar If Equipped CAUTION 1 Remove lamp covers by pressing the thumb tab up The auxiliary lights mounted on the off road light wards and pulling the cover off bar should be illuminated during OFF ROAD USE ONLY Having them illuminated on public streets highways roads etc may be illegal in your state Your state may also require auxiliary lights be cov LAMP COVERS ered when operating your vehicle on the public streets highways roads etc Further illuminating these lights with the supplied covers installed could cause permanent damage to the light bar Before using these auxiliary lights contact your State Au thorities for proper operation and use of these lights 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M 2 With the ignition in the ON position press the button To reinstall lamp covers insert the tab under the top to turn on the light bar located on the instrument panel center lip of the lamp housing Rotate the cover until to the left of the steering column Press the button again snap fit is aligned with notch in the bottom center of the to turn off the light bar housing Push cover until it is securely snapped flush in gm the housing WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switch on the control lever This control lever
86. vehicle starts moving two single chimes will occur one chime for each 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M complete display cycle After this the display will continue to sequence After fifteen LOWASH se quences the VF display will no longer provide this warning If the trip reset button is pressed while the VF warnings are being displayed the VF display will revert back to only displaying the odometer trip odometer mileage Once the warning is removed from the display it will not return for the duration of the ignition cycle If thelever is pulled while in the OFF position the wipers will operate for several 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 CAUTION In cold weather always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted Windshield Wiper Operation Turn the control lever end cap upward to the middle mark sixth detent for Low speed wiper operation or to the upper mark seventh detent for High speed opera tion mmm UNDERSTANDING THE FEA
87. was previously Miles 48 000 51 000 54 000 57 000 60 000 Kilometers 77 000 82 000 86 000 91 000 96 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if X necessary Replace the spark plugs X Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Replace the ignition cables 2 4L Only X Inspect the brake linings X X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluidt X X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid X and replace main sump filter Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid a SCHEDULE B 337 required if belt was previously replaced Miles 63 000 66 000 69 000 72 000 75 000 Kilometers 101000 106 000 110 000 115 000 120 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if X necessary Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluidt X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not 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 8 338 SCHEDULE B E Miles 78 000 81 000 84 000 87 000 90 000 Kilometers 125 000 130000 134 000 139 000 144 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filt
88. 0 00 eee 132 Malfunction Indicator Light 152 288 Manual Service 0 0c ees 354 Manual Transmission 213 313 Fluid Level Check llle 313 Lubricant Selection ills 313 Shift Speeds cse ee eae RU ants 215 Map Reading Lights 05 111 Master Cylinder zac uet RYE Ma 310 Mini Irip Computer 43222 9 seres 120 MIOS e bts as haere bane dcm Re UGG NEX E Aere 75 Automatic Dimming eirate ia 76 Electric Remote llle 77 Heated 4esivek Eo REP LA ed 78 Outside saa css as Goa PRETEPG 76 Rearview cau Chee ker n eae eee ee Rie 75 WANT ai peaa ace ete ede ate oder e che aoe eats 78 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 8 Monitor Tire Pressure System 113 254 Mopar Parts sever per ee ee a Y 289 353 Multi Function Control Lever 100 New Vehicle Break In Period 0 68 Occupant Classification System 51 Occupant Restraints llle Octane Rating Gasoline 368 INDEX a Odometer 43 ecraneR aaa Magan FA Peg 154 TAP ac kg RU ReREE GG M ERR E EREE 154 Off Pavement Driving llle 236 319 Off Road Driving 6 0 cee eee 319 Oil Engine 2 234 cerida Eriti 290 Capacity secenegi eene ure eR oh ges 326 Change Interval canssa cR RE REA aude 292 Checking us cna ae ewe CR Oe a Rte etus 290 Dipstick i us se snis P SQ E SE 290 Identification Logo
89. 0 115 volt AC electrical cord could cause electrocution Use the heater when temperatures below 0 F 18 C are expected to last for several days TRANSMISSION SHIFTING 5 Speed Manual Overdrive Transmission Follow the shift pattern on the gearshift knob WARNING NOTE The backup lights will come on when your vehicle is in R Reverse gear and the ignition is in the ON When parking your vehicle always leave a manual position transmission in first gear and apply the parking brake fully to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage Never use any gear as a substitute for the parking brake 214 STARTING AND OPERATING ME CAUTION To drive as safely as possible and to prolong the life of your manual transmission follow these tips e Before shifting from a forward gear into reverse or from reverse to a forward gear stop vehicle com pletely Otherwise accelerated transmission wear may result Do not operate at sustained high engine or road speeds in lower gears Engine damage may result Do not downshift into a low gear while traveling at too high a speed for that gear Engine clutch or transmis sion damage may result Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal This causes heat buildup and damages the clutch When you slow down or go up a grade downshift as speed requires or the engine may overheat Never hold the vehicle stopped on a hill by using the clutch pedal The clutch may
90. 00 miles 10 000 km or 6 months whichever comes first ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 293 Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer tified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API The manufacturer only recommends API Certified engine oils 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 5W 30 Preferred 0 10 20 32 60 80 100 18 12 7 0 16 27 Temperature range anticipated before next oil change 81316d16 2904 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Materials Added To Engine Oils The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad dition of any additives other than leak detection dyes to engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and it s performance may be impaired by supplemental addi tives Disposing of Used Engine Oil Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environ
91. 1 Windshield Wiper Blades 301 Windshield Washers sess 302 Exhaust System sisse sese m er ee Rs 302 Cooling SYSTEM zo 3 sd esce paves ee PS 303 Hoses And Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 307 Brake SYStem secera ciran art er er Res 308 Automatic Transmission sss 311 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission aa 313 Manual Transmission lees 313 Transfer CaSe i i re REESE ES 313 Front Rear Axle Fluid sss 315 Appearance Care And Protection From COFfTOSIOD sa iva Shes M eeR AXE d 315 MiFuse Panel 0 0 es 320 Interior Fuses llle 320 Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center 323 B Vehicle Storage aiig ccs ek Eo Rr ees 324 E Replacement Bulbs 2er teni eA ues 324 B lud Capacities 2 0426 44 iida head REY 326 lll Recommended Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Pati does vt x racer See dub mrs o 327 Engine vare dps p ese oe po esca d 327 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 285 2 4L ENGINE COOLANT ENGINE ENGINE BRAKE BATTERY BOTTLE OIL FILL OIL DIPSTICK FLUID JI WINDSHIELD AIR CLEANER POWER POWER WASHER FILTER STEERING DISTRIBUTION FLUID FLUID CENTER 80cb201a 286 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 3 7L ENGINE COOLANT COOLANT TRANSMISSION ENGINE OIL BRAKE BOTTLE PRESSURE CAP DIPSTICK DIPSTICK FLUID WINDSHIELD AIR CLEANER ENGINE POWER POWER BATTERY
92. 16W Fog Lights secessu 9145 Front Park Turn Lights 3157 P27 W Front Side Marker lille les 168 Headlights i eve Eme 90070L Rear License Plate Light 168 Rear Stop Tail Lights 3157 P27 7W Rear Turn Signal Lights 2 3157 P27 W Underhood Light 000000 561 NOTE Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer If a bulb needs to be replaced visit your authorized dealer 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M FLUID CAPACITIES U S Metric Fuel Approximate 19 5 Gallons 74 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2 4 amp 3 7 Liter Engine SAE 5W 30 API Certified Engine Oil 5 Qts 4 7 Liters Cooling System 2 4 Liter Engine Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 10 Qts 9 5 Liters Mile Formula 3 7 Liter Engine Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 14 Ots 13 2 Liters Mile Formula Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 RECOMMENDED FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Engine Coolant Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula HOAT Hybrid Or ganic Additive Technology Engine Oil Oil Filter 2 4L Engine Oil Filter 3 7L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W 30 Engine Oil Refer to oil viscosity chart for
93. 3 7L Engines Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level between the ADD and SAFE markings on the dipstick Adding 1 U S Quart 0 95L of oil when the reading is at the ADD mark will result in a SAFE reading on these engines 7 292 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M CAUTION Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure This could damage your engine Change Engine Oil Road conditions as well as your kind of driving affect the interval at which your oil should be changed Check the following to determine 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 trip driving of less than 10 miles 16 2 km e More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C e Taxi Police or delivery service commercial service e Trailer towing e Off road or desert driving If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil at every interval shown in schedule B of the Mainte nance 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 Main tenance Schedules section of this manual NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change in tervals exceed 6 0
94. 474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblock ing Please have your ESN SID information available Storing and Selecting Pre Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre set stations you may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button memory These satellite channel pre set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre set memory stations Follow the memory pre set procedures that apply to your radio Using the PTY Program Type Button if equipped Follow the PTY button instructions that apply to your radio es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 PTY Button SCAN When the desired program type is obtained press the SCAN button within five seconds The radio will play 7 seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next channel of the selected program type Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search NOTE Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button while performing a music type scan will change the channel by one and stop the search Pressing a pre set memory button during a music type scan will call up the memory channel and stop the search PTY Button SEEK When the desired program is obtained press the SEEK button within five seconds The channel will change to the next channel that matches the program type selected Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location Metal objects placed within the line of sight of
95. 4i arse Bao uot 202 Rear Window Wiper Washer 203 Bl Rear Window Features 00 203 Rear Window Defroster sse 204 n UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR CONTROLS 1 2 3 1 4 1 7 10 9 8 7 6 1 Air Outlet 4 Hazard Warning Flasher 7 Knee Bolster 10 Power Outlet 2 Instrument Cluster 5 Passenger Airbag 8 Radio Cigar Lighter 3 Drivers Airbag 6 Glove Compartment 9 Climate Controls 80171899 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 27 26 25 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 8118ad3c INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1 Tachometer Indicates the permissible engine revolutions per minute for each gear range Before reaching the red area ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage 2 Turn Signal Indicator Light The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior turn signals when using the multi function control lever A chime will sound if the turn signals are left on continuously for 2 miles 3 km until they are deacti vated 3 High Beam Indicator Light SD This light shows that the headlights are on high beam Pull the multi function control lever to wards the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high to low beam UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 4 Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed 5 Tire Pressure Monitor Warning Light
96. 5 Mist Feature 4 2 se ta awe Ry eae y e 106 Windshield Wiper Operation 106 Intermittent Wiper System 107 H Tilt Steering Column 0005 107 ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 H Electronic Speed Control ias cv kan ere nn 108 Mini Inp Computer 4i escas v E EXC res 120 To Activate 4 ossa crac ea e rete 108 W Garage Door Opener If Equipped 125 To Set At A Desired Speed 109 When Your Vehicle Is New 126 lo Deactivate uis eae pa sraa krat 109 Programming Homelink To Resume Speed secs E RES 109 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 129 To Vary The Speed Setting 109 Using Homelink cse RR 130 To Accelerate For Passing 109 W Power Sunroof If Equipped 130 lll Overhead Console If Equipped 110 Express Open Feature 0 0 132 Dome Reading Lights 111 Sunroof Maintenance 06 132 Electronic Vehicle Information Center 112 WiPowerOullel oco xe oda Eee en 133 Tire Pressure Monitor System 113 W Cigar Lighter If Equipped 135 General Information 1525 core ees 115 W Glove Compartment ios 135 Customer Programmable Features 115 WCup Holders 24 099 nen 136 74 UNDERSTANDING THE
97. 7 Gear Ranges P Park Supplements the parking brake by locking the transmis sion The engine can be started in this range Never use P Park while the vehicle is in motion Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range Always apply the parking brake first and then place the selector in P Park position WARNING Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle you should always shift the vehicle into P Park remove the key from the ignition and apply the parking brake Once the key is removed from the ignition the transmission shift lever is locked in the P Park position securing the vehicle against unwanted movement Further more you should never leave children unattended inside a vehicle The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission shift lever into the P Park position 218 STARTING AND OPERATING Se e When shifting into P Park depress the button on the shift lever and firmly move the lever all the way forward until it stops e Look at the shift indicator window on the console to ensure it is in the P Park position When engaged in P Park you will not be able to move the shifter rearward without depressing the shift lever button CAUTION Before moving the shift lever out of P Park you
98. CLE Se 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 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 and if equipped window bags for the driver and passengers seated next to a window If you will be carrying children too small for adult size belts your seat belts also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems NOTE 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 Please pay close attention to the information in this section It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck led up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Alway
99. DE is selected An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following reasons e Excessive vibration e Disc inserted upside down e Damaged disc e Water condensation on optics UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Radio Display Messages Your radio has been designed to display certain messages DISPLAY EXPLANATION WHAT TO DO when a problem is detected with the CD player See your dealer for service See your dealer for service See your dealer for service Check that magazine is OK if not see your dealer for service Jel ser a FM No discs in magazine SEEK TRACK ROM d Load discs in magazine Hir OS AM m Player overheating SEEK TRACK Rom B ALI Allow to cool down 174 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 radio is supplied through the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio PTY Program Type Button Pressi
100. ERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Pressing the MENU button will change the displayed programming features Pressing the STEP button will select the available choices Pressing the C T Compass Temperature button will return the display to the normal compass temperature display NOTE Temperature accuracy can be effected from heat soak For best accuracy the vehicle should be driven at a speed greater than 20 mph 32 km h for several min utes Dome Reading Lights Located in the overhead console are two dome reading lights 810aa7c0 The dome reading lights illuminate when a door or the swing gate is opened or when the interior lights are turned on by rotating the dimmer control located on the multi function lever The reading lights are activated by pressing on the recessed area of the corresponding lens 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME NOTE The dome reading lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle Electronic Vehicle Information Center The electronic vehicle information center EVIC when the appropriate conditions exist displays the following messages and symbols Each message is accompanied by a series of beeps e DRIVER DOOR OPEN e PASSENGER DOOR OPEN e N DOORS OPEN N 2 3 4 e RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN e REARGATE OPEN e LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN e LIFTGLASS OPEN TURN SIGNAL ON with graphi
101. Extended Warranty Coverage Powertrain Limited Warranty 100 deductible Anti Corrosion Perforation Limited Warranty All Panels Outer Panels Federal Emission Warranty Federal Emission Warranty Specified Components California Emission Warranty California Emission Warranty Specified Components NOTE Vehicles used as a police vehicle taxi limousine postal delivery vehicle ambulance or rental vehicle are covered only under the 3 year 36 000 mile Basic Limited Warranty 8132c269 EN F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 353 MOPAR PARTS Mopar fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from your dealer They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra tion NHTSA in addition to notifying the manufacturer If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Wash ington DC area or write to NHTSA U S Dept
102. Heater lt s gs tapas ia meas 212 Engine Fails to Start 00 04 211 Manual Transmission iss 210 Starting Procedures 372 INDEX BEEN Steering POWef 3e G44 49 9 434953 345 300 Wheel Lock eee 17 WheeL Tilt duidiexue eR PESE PER HE 107 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 4 goood ey bade cee ened es UPS 194 DIOLAPCr PPP 324 storage Vehicl cia net ae bie ee dae a ee s 324 Storing Your Vehicle 0 0 0 0 0 0s ee 324 SUNROOF 2 sos ens eR ERAT 3 ES 130 Sunroof Maintenance lees 132 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 46 swing Gate Rear usce hee YES p ede RE 29 Tachometer ea 3 24 40 0 2 04 oiri eri 324005244 3 151 Tape Player ise Sa Sawant Ses acies 178 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 153 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 62 Theft System Arming 0 005 28 Theft System Disarming llle 28 Tie Down Hooks Cargo 0 00 00 eae 138 Tilt Steering Column 000000 107 Timing Belt sesse setae eee De eee kn 297 Tire and Loading Information Placard 244 Tire Identification Number TIN 243 Tire Markings 2e RR 239 Tire Safety Information ess sasis nesesidat 239 Tues xoi mex bera m9 he eae gee eee ENS 248 Air Pressure lt s used baad oad bee ERRORES 249 Alignment and Balance 200 253 CHAINS ceu ela ash er Ra e Ae a a es 257 Changing 2 939
103. INTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 303 or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex haust system and adjacent body areas for broken dam aged 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 lubri cation or oil change Replace as required Cooling System WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood don t open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radia tor or coolant bottle is hot Coolant Checks Check coolant protection every 12 months before 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 radiator for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc Clean the radiator by gently spraying water from a garden hose at the back of the core Check the engine cooling system hoses for condition and tightness of connection Inspect the entire system for leaks Any hoses that show cuts or severe abrasion must be replaced Cooling System Drain Flush And Refill At the intervals shown in the appropriate Maintenance Sch
104. Internal damage to the transfer case will occur if a RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing 2WD Models Recreational towing is not recommended Provided that the transmission is operable tow only in N Neutral at speeds not exceeding 45 mph 72 km h and distances less than 100 miles 161 km If the vehicle is to be towed more than 100 miles 161 km the propeller shaft should be disconnected or place tow dollies under the rear wheels front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing NOTE The transfer case must be shifted into N Neu m tral for recreational towing Shifting Into Neutral N Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing 268 STARTING AND OPERATING EBENEN CAUTION It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in N Neutral before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts Depress brake pedal Shift transmission into N Neutral Shift transfer case lever into N Neutral Start engine oT A C N e Shift automatic transmission into D Drive or manual transmission into any forward gear 6 Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement 7 Shut the engine OFF and place the ignition key into the unlocked OFF position 8 Shift automatic transmission into P Park or ensure manual transmission is in any forward gear 9 Apply parking brake 10
105. KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 recommended 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 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 ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 e Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a
106. LE EBENEN To Unlock The Doors lessen 23 Power Windows If Equipped 32 To Lock The Doors essere 24 Wind Buffeting s cerresrs cccreseso ceri 34 To Unlatch The Swing Gate Flip Up Window 24 W Occupant Restraints 0040 34 Panic Alarm oi vb ER pps pae A OE ER as 25 Lap Shoulder Belts srneci rassin pata aaa 35 To Use The Panic Alarm 25 Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 36 To Program Additional Transmitters 26 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 40 General Information lessen 26 Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped 41 Transmitter Battery Service 27 Energy Management Feature 42 ll Security Alarm System If Equipped 28 Seat Belt Pretensioners llle 43 To Set Ihe Alarm hme Rm m 28 Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Use Reminder System To Disarm The System lslssessss 28 BENNIE ddaasocaxn des care dad qu facts Mi Rear Swing Gate 0 0 0 0 0 redya eip 29 PEAR DENS REE Erie WOMEN aay oat aie i Seat Belt Extender 20 005 45 M Windows eR 32 es THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Exhaust Gas lessen 68 Restraint Systems SR
107. RE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Installing the LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here Again carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided with the child restraint system The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seat back and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se In addition there are tether strap anchorages behind each Many but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rear facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchor ages Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top o
108. RT TIME and 4LO positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause in creased tire wear and damage to driveline components ee STARTING AND OPERATING 227 The PART TIME indicator light located on the instru CAUTION ment cluster illuminates when the transfer case is shifted to the 4 PART TIME position e Do not attempt to make a shift while only the The FULL TIME indicator light located on the instru front or rear wheels are spinning The Selec Trac ment cluster illuminates when the transfer case is shifted transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer to the 4 FULL TIME position and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for the shift to take place Shifting The 4LO MODE indicator light located on the instru while only the front or rear wheels are spinning ment cluster illuminates when the transfer case is shifted can cause damage to the transfer case to the 4LO position There is no light for the 2WD or N Neutral positions When operating your vehicle in 4LO the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD 4 PART TIME or 4 FULL TIME positions at a given road speed Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h 228 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Proper operation of 4 wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size type and circumference on each wheel Any difference will adversely affect shifting and e Because 4 wheel drive provides improved trac can ca
109. Ranges 2224 ssp ES eoex etna sgn 215 217 General Information llle 256 Glass Cleaning bea ere bep UE EUR 318 Glove Compartment 00000 135 Hands Free Phone llle 78 Hazard Warning Flasher 272 Head Restraints llle 92 Head Rests 229244 PGeidb4kderdje9 eu seda 92 Headlights eratis Oe come Ra Rond 101 High Beam caes cedet X Sew eae 151 Lights On Reminder 0000 102 PASSING 94 pes dde rer d dor dre Duos o 101 SWC co Srt 5c andre a E ENS alec RP RE acer age 101 Heated Mirrors lees 78 Heated Seats leen 97 LHleater aegre bx Ee mace nare ace ES 198 Heater Engine Block 0000050 212 Holde Cup esse exe eek een 136 Homelink Transmitter l l 125 Hood Release ee es 97 HOSES i3 b o eed dw a RR 307 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid 00040 313 Identifying Your Engine 285 286 Ignition Key kira ucnae s dE got ona CAE dari Gta bo c es 12 Wiring System 4 nes ee sh geti s 297 Illuminated Entry 000 17 Inflation Pressure Tires 0000000 249 Information Center Vehicle LL 112 Inside Rearview Mirror less 75 en INDEX 365 Instrument Cluster 0 0 0 0 00 e eee en ee 150 Instrument Panel and Controls 149 Interior Appearance Care 004 317 Interior Fuses oie ee c v ue e La ee Bs 320 Inter
110. S Airbags 46 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Child Restraint s Re 58 Dn C E H Engine Break In Recommendations 68 Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle zs 62 44 eR eR bee baa 70 W Safety Tips ie RR RR ER 68 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic bag with the key code number on it If you received your keys without the bag ask your dealer to give you the number The key code can also be obtained by the dealer from your vehicle invoice Ignition Key Insert the key fully then turn the switch to one of the four illustrated positions The key can be inserted or with drawn only in the LOCK position The automatic trans mission gear selector must be in the P Park position ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 To remove the ignition key on models with an automatic transmission place the gearshift lever in P Park turn the ignition key to LOCK and 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 lever Do not leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or 80 move the vehicle CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an
111. SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE E INTRODUCTION 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE cece cece hh mnn 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ccc cece ccc ccc c ccc hh hh hn 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 4445999 aas resa c SESS RETR ee e WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2 ccc cece were ce ere cere eer hh hh hh nnn 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE cece cece ccc c ener eee sekka hh nnn 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ccc cece kie kesesine kere s nn 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE cccccccccccccccccccccccccceecccece 10 INDEX roort 2er o 9859 15 8 3 96 8 4 8 0161098 9 EAREN 8 0088 8 Ole 168 8 0008 8 8 8 08 oe 8 8 Mo RU 34 SKe AREN Information Provided by DEALER INTRODUCTION CONTENTS E Introduction sese 4 Bl Warnings And Cautions 0404 7 Roll Over Warning sss sasssers dadare as 4 Bi Vehicle Identification Number 7 Bl How To Use This Manuadl sss 6 Bl Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 4 INTRODUCTION EE INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting a Jeep Liberty and welcome to our worldwide family This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both on road and off road use It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional two wheel drive vehicles were not intended However on road ride and handling will have a different feel fro
112. T PANEL 177 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 Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored i
113. TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Intermittent Wiper System eng Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be tween cycles desirable Move the control lever to any of the first five wiper switch positions by turning the end cap of the control lever The delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles to a cycle every second TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column push down on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down as desired Pull the lever back towards you and firmly push the lever until it is above the lower surface of the shroud to lock the column in place 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M 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 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged this device takes over accelerator opera tions at speeds greater than 35 mph 60 km h The controls are mounted on the steering wheel and consist of ON OFF SET RES ACCEL CANCEL and COAST con trols RESUME ON OFF PEE SET gt amp 4 COAST 80d2123d To Activate Press and release the ON OFF button to turn the system on To turn the system off press the ON OFF button again Th
114. 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 precautions 1 Handle the disc by its edge avoid touching the surface 2 If the disc is stained clean the surface with a soft cloth wiping from center to edge Moo 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 notstore the disc where temperatures may become too high 198 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 cel
115. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons simply repeat the Programming Homelink pro cess If after programming the HomeLink Wireless Control System the hand held transmitter and or other HomeLink units in other vehicles fail to activate the rolling code equipped device you may need to clear or erase the device s receiver memory Refer to your garage door opener s Owner s Manual for the proce dure or contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com After clearing the re ceiver you must reprogram the original hand held transmitter s to the receiver using the procedure in the garage door opener s Owner s Manual Finally repro gram the hand held transmitter s to HomeLink using the steps under Programming HomeLink Gate Operator Canadian 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 If you live in Canada or you are having difficulties programming a gate operator by using the Program ming HomeLink procedures regardless of where you live replace step two with the following NOTE If programming a g
116. When rocking a stuck vehicle by moving be tween First and R Reverse do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h or drivetrain damage may result en STARTING AND OPERATING 221 Over Temperature Mode The transmission electronics constantly monitor the transmission oil temperature If the transmission gets too hot the transmission will change the way it shifts to help control the condition This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in D Drive position If the transmission becomes hot enough the TRANS TEMP warning light in the instru ment cluster will come on After the transmission cools down it will return to normal operation Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been added to the automatic transmission of this vehicle A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at calibrated speeds This may result in a slightly differ ent feeling or response during normal operation in high gear When the vehicle speed drops or during accelera tion the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages NOTE e The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant is warm usu ally after 1 3 miles 1 6 4 8 km of driving Because engine speed is higher when the torque converter clutch is not engaged it may seem as if the transmis sion is not shifting into Overdrive when cold This is considered
117. a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device being pro grammed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run the vehicle s engine while programming HomeLink Exhaust gas can cause se rious injury or death ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are programming HomeLink Do not program HomeLink 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 1 Position the end of your hand held transmitter 1 3 inches 5 14 cm away from the lower left corner of the EVIC display while keeping the display in view NOTE Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace the next step with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Programming section 2 Simultaneously press and hold both the desired HomeLink button and the hand held transmitter button After a short time the message TRAINING will show on HomeLink display Do not release the buttons until the next step has been completed BUTTONS 81022849 3 When the message TRAINED appears on the HomeLink display release both the HomeLink and hand held transmitter buttons 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M
118. ach light can be turned on by pressing the recessed area of the lens To turn these lights off press the recessed area of the lens a second time 810aa7c0 A UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Parking Lights Instrument Panel Lights and Headlights Turn the end cap of the multi function control lever to the first detent for parking lights and instrument panel lights Turn to the second detent for headlight operation To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights rotate the center portion of the multi function control lever up or down High Beam Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multi function control lever towards you to switch the headlights to HIGH beam Pull the multi function control lever a second time to switch the head lights to LOW beam The High Beam Indicator Light will illuminate when the high beams are on Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multi function control lever toward the steering wheel This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released The High Beam Indicator Light will illuminate when the high beams are on Turn Signals Move the multi function control 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 m
119. all particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather surface 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 the leather with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean the leather Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition 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 inside rear windows equipped with electric defrosters Do not use scrapers or other sharp instru ments 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 Carpet Vacuum your carpet regularly to prevent a soil build up Shampoo soiled carpet with a reliable upholstery cleaner using a natural sponge or soft bristle brush After carpet dries vacuum it thoroughly EN MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners This will
120. an cause a wheel imbalance and freeing the wheels of it will correct the situation STARTING AND OPERATING 239 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 pen 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 240 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 tires 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
121. 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 Board Diagnostic system is ready for testing Normally the OBD system will be ready The OBD system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced if you recently had a dead battery or a battery replacement If the OBD system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD system is ready you must do the following 1 Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch 2 Turn the ignition to the ON position but do not crank or start the engine 3 If you crank or start the engine you will have to start this test over 4 As soon as you turn your key to the ON position you will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check 5 Approximately 15 seconds later one of two things will happen a The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn off the ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 289 ignition key or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD sys
122. 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 Section of this manual More frequent rotation is permis sible if desired The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being per formed STARTING AND OPERATING 259 NOTE The Tire Pressure Monitor system must be FUEL REQUIREMENTS retrained following a tire rotation See your authorized Your engine is designed to meet all emis dealer for service 97 sions regulations and provide excellent REGOMMENDED OCTANE RATING IReMy2 METHOD fuel economy and performance when us ing high quality unleaded gasoline having 800dfab an octane rating of 87 The use of premium gasoline is not recommended The use of premium gasoline will provide no benefit over high EE lt _ lt quality regular gasoline and in some circumstances may result in poorer performance The suggested rotation method is the forward cross shown in the following diagram FRONT Mid grade gasoline 89 octane will enhance engine per formance during the following conditions 3 7L Only E E e Hot weather t e Towing e Hard accelerations 80316864 e Hilly terrain e Low humidity 260 STARTING AND OPERATING ME Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage a
123. anual transmission in R Re verse and stop engine Set parking brake firmly and activate hazard warning flasher e Block tire diagonally oppo site tire to be changed to pre vent forward and backward vehicle movement BLOCKA Instructions 1 Remove spare tire jack and tools from stored location 2 Before raising vehicle loosen lug nuts on wheel with flat tire 3 Assemble the jack and jacking tools as shown Connect jack handle driver to extensions then to lug wrench 4 Locate the jack as shown For the front tires place it in the notch on the body weld seam behind wheel to be changed For the rear tires place it under the axle as shown Position the jack handle on the jack 80f35497 Front Scissor Jack Location E WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 277 WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable and cause an accident It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts and wheel 7 Position the spare wheel tire on the vehicle and install lug nuts with cone shaped end toward wheel Lightly tighten nuts clockwise To avoid the risk of forcing the Rear Scissor Jack Location vehicle off the jack do not tighten the nuts fully until the 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise vehicle has been lowered until the tire clears the ground 80f354b4 8 Lower the veh
124. arage door opener or gate operator it is advised to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating Press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter button until the radio signal has success fully been accepted by HomeLink The message TRAINED will appear on the HomeLink display 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE es Proceed with the remaining steps under Programming HomeLink 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 device 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 POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The sunroof control is located on the headliner between the sun visors Press and hold the switch rearward to fully open the sunroof The sunroof can be stopped at any position between closed and full open Momentarily pressing the switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature causing the sunroof to open automatically A UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 80c98c02 810aa974 Press and hold the V button in the cen
125. ary knob can be set in any of the following positions OFF This position turns off the blower motor and outside air will not pass through any outlets Max AIC Recirculation amp Cool air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel Use this mode to rapidly cool the inside of the vehicle This feature allows for recirculation of interior air only This mode can also be used to temporarily block out outside odors smoke and dust Slight airflow from the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield may be noticed Normal AIC 32 Cool air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel Slight airflow from the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield may be noticed Bi Level A C E Cool air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel on the floor and in the rear of the center console Slight airflow from the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield may be noticed Bi Level v Air flows through the outlets located in the instru ment panel on the floor and in the rear of the center console Slight airflow from the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield may be noticed 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Panel Air flows through the outlets located in the instru ment panel Slight airflow from the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield may be noticed Floor Air flows through the floor outlet
126. ated Seat Module low Stop and Turn Lights 31 Spare 20 5pare 32 10 Amp Red Wiper Switch Front and 21 10 Amp Red Radio Rear Wipers 22 20 Amp Yel Power Sunroof Relay 33 10 Amp Red SKIM Module Data Link low Antenna Module Export Connector Only 34 15 Amp Blue Body Control Module 23 Spare Cluster Interior Lights 24 10 Amp Red PDC Blower Motor Hands Free Module Radio 25 10 Amp Red Heated Seat Switches HVAC le aaa Control Head Trailer Tow xport On y Battery Charge 35 Spare 26 10 Amp Red Headlight High Beam Right 36 10 Amp Red Airbag Control Module za T Amp Red Headlight High Beam Left qued i m adn pare u EN MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 Cavity Fuse Description 37 10 Amp Red Airbag Control Module 38 10 Amp Red ABS Controller Shifter As sembly 39 10 Amp Red Hazard Flasher Turn Signals Backup Lamp Switch Manual Transmission Only Transmission Range Switch Automatic Transmis sion Only Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center Your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distri bution center located in the engine compartment near the battery This power center houses plug in Cartridge fuses which replace in line fusible links The power center also contains Mini fuses and plug in full and micro ISO relays A label inside the latching cover of the center identifies each component for ease of replacement if necessary Cartridge fuses and relays can be obtained
127. ation or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle 316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M The most common causes are e Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint e Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation E TRE 67993 OF P e Stone and gravel impact e Insects tree sap and tar CAUTION e Salt in the air near sea coast localities Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials e Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants such as steel wool or scouring powder which will scratch metal and painted surfaces Washing e Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water 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 Special Care e If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle wash it as soon as possible e It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors rocker panels and tailgate must be kept clear and open e Use Mopar Auto Polish to remove road film and stains and to polish your vehicle Take care never to scratch the paint ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 e If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint e If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers touch them up immediately The cos
128. bags 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 in moderate to severe frontal collisions NOTE The passenger front airbag may not deploy even when the driver front airbag has if the Occupant Classi fication System refer to Occupant Classification Sys tem in this section has determined the seat is empty or is occupied by someone that is classified in the child category This could be a child a teenager or even a small adult If your vehicle is so equipped the window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side collisions But even in collisions where the airbags work 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 1 Children 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat in an appropriate child restraint 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 If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint See Child Restraint in this section
129. be damaged During cold weather you may experience increased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid warms up This is normal Push in the clutch pedal completely when shifting Otherwise transmission or clutch damage may result When rocking a stuck vehicle by shifting between a forward gear and reverse do not spin wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h or drivetrain damage may result es STARTING AND OPERATING 215 e The manual transmission may be equipped with a Reverse Blocker to prevent inadvertent shifts from 5th gear to Reverse If you experience difficulty shift ing into Reverse make sure that you are not inad vertently moving the shift lever toward 5th gear when shifting into Reverse Recommended Manual Transmission Shifting Speeds The manufacturer recommends that you use the shift speeds listed in the chart below Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH KM H Engine Speeds 1t02 2to3 3to4 4to5 2 4L Accel 15 24 25 40 40 64 145 72 Cruise 15 24 25 40 40 64 45 72 3 7L Accel 15 24 25 40 40 64 145 72 Cruise 15 24 25 40 40 64 45 72 Clutch Interlocking Ignition System 2WD Models Only Manual transmission vehicles are equipped with a clutch interlock safety feature The clutch pedal must be fully depressed to allow cranking of the engine 4WD Models Only The exception to this clutch inter lock
130. bject to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 POWER OUTLET There is a rear power outlet located in the right rear cargo To the right of the convenience tray lower center of area above the storage cargo net CD changer if instrument panel is an outlet for electrically powered equipped accessories Pull lightly on the top of the plastic cover to open the outlet 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ee The rear power outlet is a direct feed from the battery so it receives power whether the ignition is in the ON or ao OFF position Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off All accessories connected to this outlet should be re e Many accessories that can be plugged in draw moved or turned off when the vehicle is not in use 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 i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plu
131. c PERFORM SERVICE WASHER FLUID LOW REMOTE KEY BATTERY LOW NO J1850 BUS MSGS RECEIVED LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE LEFT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE RIGHT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE LEFT REAR HIGH PRESSURE RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE RIGHT REAR HIGH PRESSURE es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 e SPARE LOW PRESSURE e SPARE HIGH PRESSURE e TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE e TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE e TIRE SENSOR BAD MISSING e SPARE SWAP DETECTED Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system uses wireless technology to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the over head console The tire pressure is shown in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC display The TPM system remains active even if it is not displayed in the EVIC CAUTION The TPM system is designed to monitor your tire pressure and will not function as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting the pressure in your tires There will be a delay between the instant you adjust the air pressure in a tire and when the system updates the display NOTE The TPM system can inform you about a low or high tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance The TPM system is not intended to provide you with notification of rapid pressure loss 1 If any tire pressure has e
132. c Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 2 Credit card information 3 Your Vehicle Identification Number Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ENS SID The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Num ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps E UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 ESN SID Access With RBB and RBK Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the Tape Eject or CD Eject depend ing on the radio type and Time buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds The first four digits of the twelve digit ESN SID number will be displayed Press the SEEK UP button to display the next four digits Continue to press the SEEK UP button until all twelve ESN SID digits have been displayed The SEEK DOWN will page down until the first four digits are displayed The radio will exit the ESN SID mode when any other button is pushed the ignition is turned OFF or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed ESN SID Access With RBP RBU RAZ and RBO Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds All twelve ESN SID num bers will be displayed The radio will exit the ESN SID mode when any other button is pushed the ignition is turned OFF or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed
133. 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 can disregard the call and continue with your current conversation en UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 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 B
134. commended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 301 Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication U joints cardan joints are sealed and do not require lubrication Prop shafts yokes ball joints and other driveline and steering components may be provided with grease fittings for lubrication Lubrication of these com ponents at the intervals specified in the appropriate Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 is very important particularly if your vehicle is subjected to off road or other heavy duty use See your authorized dealer for complete service information Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks doors swing gate 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 cylin
135. cor rect SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Mopar Oil Filter P N 4105409 Mopar Oil Filter P N 04781452AA Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com partment Fuel Selection 87 Octane 89 Octane should be used for trailer towing purposes 3 7L Only 328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Chassis Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Mopar ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Mopar Manual Transmission Lubricant P N 04874464 Transfer Case Mopar ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Axle Differential front rear Mopar SAE 75W 140 API GL5 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent The 8 25 Corporate Rear Axle should use a SAE 75W 90 Gear Lubricant For trailer towing the lubricant should be replaced with SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant Models equipped with Trac Lok require a fric tion modifier additive Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT 3 SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir Mopar ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Ball Joints Prop Shafts U Joints Yokes amp Wheel Bearings Mopar Multi Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP GC LB MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ll Emission C
136. could be injured by these fumes Keep the flip up window closed when you are operating the vehicle NOTE The rear swing gate will lock while the rear wiper is operating The gate will stay locked until the wiper is turned off and the gate is unlocked by key lock switch or key fob WINDOWS Power Windows If Equipped The power window switches are located on the center floor console The top left switch controls the left rear passenger window and the top right switch controls the right rear passenger window The lower left switch controls the left front window and the lower right switch controls the right front window The switches will oper ate only when the ignition is in the ON or ACCESSORY position The window lock switch located next to the window switches allows you to disable the rear passenger win dow switches that are located on the back of the center floor console ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 To open the window part way press the window switch part way and release it when you want the window to a E Rear Passenger Window Switches The rear passenger window switches are located on the back of the center floor console Auto Down Feature If Equipped The driver s and passenger s front window switches have an auto down feature Press the window switch past the detent release and the window will go down auto matically 80c40fd1 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHI
137. ction Shifting Procedure 2H to 4H or 4H to 2H Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with the vehicle in motion up to 55 mph 88 km h The transfer case will engage disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever 4H to 4L or 4L to 4H With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift an automatic transmission to N Neutral or depress the clutch on a manual transmission While the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift the transfer case lever firmly to the desired position Do not pause in transfer case N Neutral NOTE To shift from 4H to 4L the shift lever should pushed away from the driver and then rearward into 4L In 4H there is a neutral stop to prevent shifting into N Neutral by accident NOTE Pausing in transfer case N Neutral in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission may require shutting the engine OFF to avoid gear clash while completing the shift If difficulty occurs shift automatic transmission to N Neutral hold foot on brake and turn engine OFF Make shift to the desired mode 226 STARTING AND OPERATING Se NOTE Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle completely stopped however difficulty may oc cur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion t
138. d 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 recommended by the manufacture 258 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Tire chains that are recommended for this vehicle are listed below e Mopar P N 82206828 with P235 70R16 and P235 65R17 tires e Mopar P N 82207074 with P215 75R16 tires 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 manufacturer sug gest a maximum speed This notice applies to all chain traction devices including link and cable radial chains TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering handling and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates and develop irregular wear patterns 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 On Off Road type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to main tain mud snow
139. de 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 O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone 800 465 2001 350 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 Ide
140. dent and possible per sonal injury or property damage Step Button Press the STEP button to cycle through all of the displays The displays are Average Miles GAL Miles To Empty Trip Miles Time Elapsed Miles To Service Tire PSI and Blank Screen 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Average Miles GAL Shows the average fuel economy in miles per gallon MPG or liters per 100 km L 100 km since the last reset Miles To Empty Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled before the fuel gauge shows E Empty The distance is calcu lated by multiplying the amount of fuel remaining by the projected fuel economy The distance predicted will change every few seconds to a higher or lower number as these factors change This display cannot be reset Trip Miles Shows the distance travelled since the last reset Time Elapsed Shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset Miles To Service Shows the amount of miles remaining until service is required owner selected Tire PSI Shows the pressure and location of each tire except for the spare tire The tire location will blink when under pressure Blank Screen Shows a blank screen Pressing the C T button returns to the Compass and Temperature display Pressing the STEP button returns you to the Average Miles per Gallon display Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set
141. der Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner This will remove accumula tions of salt or road film Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to 302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M remove frost or ice from the windshield Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc Windshield Washers The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radia tor antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water WARNING Commercial windshield washer solvents are flam mable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle ee MA
142. ding 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 es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 14 Cruise Indicator Light cruise TiS indicator lights when the speed control system is turned ON 15 Oil Pressure Warning Light Si Shows low engine oil pressure The light will come on and remain on when the ignition switch is turned from the OFF to the ON position and the light will turn off after the engine is started If the bulb does not come on have the system checked by your autho rized dealer If the warning light comes on and remains on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORRECTED Also a single chime will sound 16 Transmission Temperature Warning Light Tans This light indicates that there is excessive trans mission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing or snow plowing If this light comes on stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster with the transmission in N Neutral until the light goes off 17 Part Time Indicator Light If Equipped PART This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in TIME the PART TIME four wheel drive high range mode and the front and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed 18 Brake
143. dom can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road the CD player may skip momentarily Skipping will not damage the disc or the player and play will resume automatically As a safeguard and to protect your CD player one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot CD HOT will pause the operation Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected or another MODE is selected An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following reasons e Excessive vibration e Disc inserted upside down e Damaged disc e Water condensation on optics 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Display Messages Your radio has been designed to display certain messages DISPLAY EXPLANATION WHAT TO DO when a problem is detected with the CD player See your dealer for service See your dealer for service See your dealer for service Check that magazine is OK if not see your dealer for service Jel ser a FM No discs in magazine SEEK TRACK ROM d Load discs in magazine Hir OS AM m Player overheating SEEK TRACK Rom B ALI Allow to cool down SALES CODE RBK AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS
144. e 4 Wheel Drive Low Range Low speed 4 wheel drive Locks the transfer case inter axle differ ential Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose slippery road surfaces only Do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h 230 STARTING AND OPERATING ME Shifting Procedure 2WD to 4 PART TIME or 4 PART TIME to 2WD Shifting between 2WD and 4 PART TIME can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion If the vehicle is in motion shifts can be made up to 55 mph 88 km h With the vehicle in motion two momentary releases of the accelerator pedal may be required after shifting This will induce a torque interrupt and allow full engagement of the newly selected position With the vehicle stationary it may be necessary to shift the automatic transmission from D Drive to R Reverse and back to D Drive after shifting This will allow full engagement of the newly selected position Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever 4 PART TIME to 4 FULL TIME or 4 FULL TIME to 4 PART TIME Shifting between 4 PART TIME and 4 FULL TIME can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion If the vehicle is in motion shifts can be made up to 55 mph 88 km h With the vehicle in motion two momentary releases of the accelerator pedal may be required after shifting This will induce a torque interrupt and allow full engagement of the newly selected position With the vehicle
145. e system should be turned off when not in use The CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the system is on A UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 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 To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal normal braking or pressing the CANCEL button will deactivate the Speed Control without erasing the memory Pressing the ON OFF but ton or turning off the ignition erases the memory To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed press and release the RES ACCEL button Resume can be used at any speed above 30 mph 50 km h To Vary The Speed Setting When the Speed Control is on and set speed can be increased by pressing and holding the RES ACCEL but ton When the button is released a new set speed will be established Tapping the RES ACCEL button once will result in a 2 mph 3 km h speed increase Each time the button is tapped speed increases so tapping the button three times will increase speed by 6 mph 9 km h etc To decrease speed while speed control is on and set press and hold the COAST button Release the button when the desired speed is reached and the new speed will be set To Accelerate for Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return
146. e to a stop and immediately apply the brakes Restart the engine and shift to R Reverse Back slowly down the hill allowing the compression braking of the engine and transmission to help regulate your speed If the brakes are required to control vehicle speed apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding the tires WARNING If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade never attempt to turn around To do so may result in tipping and rolling the vehicle Always back care fully straight down a hill in R Reverse gear Never back down a hill in N Neutral using only the brake 238 STARTING AND OPERATING MEM Remember never drive diagonally across a hill always drive straight up or down If the wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of a hill ease off the accelerator and maintain headway by turning the front wheels sharply left and right This will provide fresh bite into the surface and will usually provide traction to complete the climb Traction Downhill Shift the transmission into a low gear and the transfer case to 4L or 4 LO range Let the vehicle go slowly down the hill with all four wheels turning against engine compression drag This will permit you to control the vehicle speed and direction When descending mountains or hills repeated braking can cause brake fade with loss of braking control Avoid repeated heavy braking by downshifting the transmis
147. eat back and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat For the outboard seating positions route the tether under the head restraint between the head restraint posts en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 WARNING An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap 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 seat back should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat e Make sure that the child is upright in the seat e The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible e Check belt fit periodically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position e If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts 68 THINGS TO
148. ecause 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 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RBB AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CAPABILITY 80ef1613 Operating Instructions NOTE Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio NOTE When first learning the control functions the user should set the controls as shown in the following list Tone Controls As illustrated Speaker Control Centered Power Button The volume control power button pops out when pressed this turns the sound system ON in the mode last used Pushing the button back in turns the sound system OFF Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 For your convenience the volume can be turned down but not up when the audio system is off and the ignition is ON Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search
149. econd key fob 4 The next display will say FOB 2 TRAINED At this point the procedure can be exited by pressing the STEP RESET or C T button 5 Repeat step 2 4 to train additional key fobs A total of four key fobs can be programmed Can also be programmed using the key fob refer to Remote Keyless Entry earlier in this section 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 Can also be programmed using the key fob refer to Remote Keyless Entry earlier in this section Flash Lights With Locks When this feature is selected the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Can also be pro grammed using the key fob refer to Remote Keyless Entry earlier in this section 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME 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 se
150. ect 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 FF RW TUNE Press and hold the FF button for fast forward Press and hold the RW button for fast reverse The audio output can be heard when fast forward and fast reverse are acti vated Disc Down Program Button 5 Press the DISC button 5 button t
151. edule the system should be drained flushed and refilled 304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EE If the solution is dirty and contains a considerable amount of sediment clean and flush with reliable cooling system cleaner Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals Engine Coolant Disposal Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community Do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground Prevent ingestion by animals or children If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Selection Of Coolant Use only the manufacturer s recommended coolant refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct coolant type 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 fo
152. een flooded it may start to run but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released If this occurs continue cranking with the accel erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor the Normal Starting or Extreme Cold Weather procedures should be repeated WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up 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 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 found under the hood clipped to the heater line on the left side of the engine 3 7L only en STARTING AND OPERATING 213 WARNING Remember to disconnect the cord before driving Damage to the 11
153. ehicle is out of control it may roll over when some other vehicles may not Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle control Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident roll over of the vehicle and severe or fatal injury Drive carefully AQ WARNING HIGHER ROLLOVER RISK Avoid Abrupt Maneuvers and Excessive Speed Always Buckle Up See Owner s Manual For Further Information 80bfe0f0 Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury In fact the U S government notes that the universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10 000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by 2 million annually In a roll over crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Always buckle up 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 6 INTRODUCTION EBENEN NOTE After you read the manual it should be stored in the vehicle for conveni
154. ehicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshooting and driveability procedures proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler group vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and maintenance pro cedures as well as specifications capabilities and safety tips E F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 355 Call Toll Free at 1 800 890 4038 U S or 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at www techauthority daimlerchrysler com or www daimlerchrysler ca manuals Information Provided by DEALER INDEX 358 INDEX ee Adding Washer Fluid 00004 204 Air Cleaner Engine 42 32445034345 297 Air Conditioner Maintenance 299 Air Conditioning apye se eee a e px P Reg uis 200 Air Conditioning Controls 200 201 Air Conditioning Operating Tips 202 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 300 Air Conditioning System iss 200 Air Filter 222 22 sad ieta seppi ER EE 297 Air Pressure Tires llle 249 Airbag csse xs 9er X Ra BAUR Ea c Oed 46 Airbag Deployment llle 55 Airbag Light io sy eem 51 58 157 Airbag Maintenance vic aces a eee a 57 Airbag WindOW csc
155. el 7 Air flows through the outlets located in the instru ment panel Slight airflow from the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield may be noticed Bi Level yr Air flows through the outlets located in the instru ment panel on the floor and in the rear of the center console Slight airflow from the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield may be noticed Floor Air flows through the floor outlets located under the instrument panel and through the outlets lo cated in the rear of the center console Slight airflow from the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield may be noticed 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Mix Air Conditioning Pe Air flows through the floor outlets the outlets at x the base of the windshield and the side window demisters outlets Defrost Sv Air flows through the outlets at the base of the windshield and through the side window demister outlets 80c49e3c Blower Control The rotary knob on the left controls the blower and can be set in one of four positions from Low to High E UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 Temperature Control The degree of comfort can be selected by rotating the temperature control knob on the right The coldest tem perature setting is fully counterclockwise and the warm est setting fully clockwise The knob can be positioned at any detent Mode Selection The mode selector the center rot
156. ely after the ignition switch is turned on this indicates that an invalid key is being used to start the vehicle Both of these conditions will result in the engine being shut down after 2 seconds of running Keep in mind that a key which has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition for that vehicle If the SKIS indicator light comes on during normal vehicle operation it has been running for longer than 10 seconds a fault has been detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 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 Mobil Speedpass additional Sentry Keys or any other transponder equipped components on the same keychain will not cause a key related Transponder fault unless the additional part is physically held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle Also cell phones pagers or other RF electron ics will not cause interference with this system All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Important Note About Service A four digit PIN number is needed to service the Sentry Key Immobilizer System This number can be obtained from your authorized dealer However this number
157. en 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 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 E UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 you understand and save you concern about these ap parent malfunctions 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 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 B
158. en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 You should read the instructions provided with your WARNING child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly e Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly In 2 All occupants should use their lap and shoulder belts properly 3 The driver and front passenger seats should be moved some collisions the airbags won t deploy at all back as far as practical to allow the airbag room to inflate Always wear your seat belts even though you 4 If your vehicle has window bags do not lean against oe airbags the door or window airbags will inflate forcefully into Being too close to the steering wheel or instru the space between you and the door ment panel during airbag deployment could cause serious injury Airbags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel If the vehicle has window bags they also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ee Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following Occupant Restraint Controller Remote Acceleration Sensors Airbag Warning Light Driver Airbag Passenger Airbag Window Bags above Side Windows If Equipped Steering Wheel and Column
159. ened 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 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 swing gate When REMOTE UNLOCK ALL DOORS is selected all of the doors and the swing gate 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 This can also be programmed using the key fob refer to Remote Keyless Entry earlier in this section Train Remote Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No NOTE Any time you perform this procedure it is necessary to retrain all currently trained key fobs es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 To Train Additional Key Fobs using the EVIC module 1 Press the MENU button until TRAIN REMOTE NO is displayed Press the STEP button to change to YES Then PRESS A VALID FOB KEY will be displayed Press either the Lock or Unlock button on the current key fob 2 The next display will say PRESS FOB 2 LOCK amp UNLOCK Press both key fob buttons simultaneously 3 The next display will say PRESS FOB 2 UNLOCK Press the unlock button on the s
160. eneral 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 position and the volume control ON before the CD player will operate Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 inch 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism You may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF the display will show the time of day If the power is ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track one Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the
161. ent 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 the manufac turer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained technicians and genuine Mopar parts and is interested in your satisfaction WARNING Engine exhaust some of its 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 the manual contains a complete listing of all subjects en INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is located on a stamped plate on the bottom of the left front A Pillar visible from outside of the ve
162. er X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if X necessary Replace the spark plugs X Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluidt X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not X required if belt was previously replaced Replace the timing belt 2 4L Only X Inspect the transfer case fluid add if necessary X E SCHEDULE B 339 Miles 93 000 96 000 99 000 102 000 105 000 Kilometers 149 000 154000 158 000 163 000 168 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if X necessary Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluidt X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not X required if belt was previously replaced Flush and replace the engine coolant 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 8 340 SCHEDULE B E required if belt was previously replaced Miles 108 000 111 000 114 000 117 000 120 000 Kilometers 173 000 178 000 182 000 187 000 192 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if X necessary Replace the spark plugs X Inspect and replace the PCV
163. er 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 Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position if equipped Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode 1 Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted 3 Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic lock ing mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the driver and front passenger seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the eve
164. eryone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly To fold the 65 35 rear seat perform the following steps 1 Locate the seatback release handle on the outboard top side of each rear seatback lift up on the handle and rotate the lever forward until the seatback releases Fold the seatback completely forward 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE See NOTE When lifting up on the release handle the seatback will release easier if you do not pull forward on the seatback only lift up on the release handle until the seatback disengages then fold the seat forward When the seatback is folded completely forward the head restraints should be flush against the seat cushion To restore the 65 35 rear seat to the upright position perform the following steps Raise the seatback and lock it into place If interference from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position WARNING Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position If the seatback in not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and or passengers An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Heated Seats If Equipped TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD The heated seat switch is located on the outboard side of To open the hood two latc
165. es sure status is shown in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC display Refer to Overhead Console in Section 3 for more information The TPM system func tions even when the EVIC is not set on the tire pressure display screen The TPM system informs you of a low or high tire pressure condition If this occurs correct your tire infla tion pressure as soon as possible and inspect all of your tires Be sure to use a high quality gauge when adjusting pressure The TPM system is designed to monitor your tire pressure but will not function as a tire pressure gauge There will be a delay between the instant you adjust the air pressure in a tire and when the system updates the display The TPM system is not intended to provide you with notification of rapid air loss ee STARTING AND OPERATING 255 The following chart indicates the TPM system pressure levels A threshold is the level at which the TPM system CAUHON provides you with an indication e The TPM system has been optimized for the High Pressure Threshold 44 psi 303 kPa original equipment tires and wheels TPM system Placard Pressure Cold 33 psi 227 kPa pressures have been established for the tire size Low Pressure Threshold 25 psi 172 kPa equipped on your vehicle Undesirable operation or sensor damage may result when using replace ment equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage D
166. etween 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 one conference call Call Termination To end a call in progress press the Phone button All calls in progress will be terminated 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME 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
167. f the anchorage bars pushing aside the seat cover material Then lift the tether anchorage cover directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint and attach the tether strap to the anchorage being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints raise the head restraint and route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts Finally tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 the seat removing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt The passenger seat belts are equipped with either cinch ing latch plates or automatic locking retractors which are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap shoulder belt will tighten the belt The cinching latch plate will
168. f 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 E UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 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 and 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 e
169. ff the lights When the ignition is turned off the light will turn off automatically after approximately 8 minutes HANDS FREE COMMUNICATION UConnect IF EQUIPPED UConnect is a voice activated hands free in vehicle communications system UConnect V allows you to dial your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g Call Mike Work or Dial 248 555 1212 Your cellular ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 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 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 a
170. for any advanced airbag system service If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way take the vehicle to your authorized dealer Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may be used If it is necessary to modify an advanced airbag system for persons with disabilities con tact your authorized dealer 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se WARNING e You need proper knee impact protection in a collision Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters e 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 an airbag system Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbag system ready to inflate for your protection in an impact The airbag system is designed to be maintenance free If any of the following occurs have an authorized dealer service the system promptly e Does not come on during the 6 to 8 seconds after the ignition switch is first turned on e Remains on after the 6 to 8 second interval e Comes on for any period of time while driving Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time babies and children too Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 yea
171. ft lever The O D OFF indicator light will illuminate to show that the switch has been activated When the indicator light is on Overdrive is locked out Pressing the switch a second time restores the Overdrive function The lockout feature is useful when towing a trailer or carrying a heavy load 220 STARTING AND OPERATING EE NOTE If the vehicle is started in cold outside tempera tures shifts into Overdrive may be delayed Normal Overdrive and shifting operation will resume when the temperature of the transmission reaches the appropriate temperature Refer to the Note under Iorque Con verter Clutch later in this section If the transmission temperature gets too hot the trans mission may downshift out of Overdrive or engage overdrive at higher vehicle speeds until the transmission cools down After cooldown Overdrive will resume normal operation 2 Second For moderate grades and to assist braking on dry pave ment or in mud and snow Begins at a stop in low gear with automatic upshift to 2nd gear Will not shift to 3rd 1 First For hard pulling at low speeds in mud sand snow or on steep grades Begins and stays in low gear with no upshift Provides engine compression braking at low speeds CAUTION e Never race the engine with the brakes on and the vehicle in gear and never hold the vehicle on an incline without applying the brakes These prac tices can cause overheating and damage to the transmission
172. g solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Also keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements 80c5355e The defroster will automatically turn off after about ten minutes For about five more minutes of operation push the button again To prevent excessive battery drain use the defroster only when the engine is operating The push button also activates the heated exterior mirrors if so equipped Information Provided by DEALER STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS H Starting Procedures du ssi ee iter n 210 5 Speed Manual Overdrive Transmission 213 Manual Transmission sess 210 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission Ls 210 Bi Four Wheel Drive Operation Normal Starting 0 000 210 Command Trac Operating Beas ABTA T NEED 21 Information Precautions 0 222 If Engine Fails To Start eeeeees 211 Shift Positions lees 224 After Starting eijecc as mikire st pabese 212 Sng a a a uibs 248 Selec Trac Operating Information Precautions If Equipped ende x eme 226 Shift Positions sss Rr gen 229 Bl Engine Block Heater If Equipped 212 H Transmission Shifting 0 213 208 STARTING AND OPERATING MEM
173. gged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle s battery ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 CIGAR LIGHTER IF EQUIPPED GLOVE COMPARTMENT The lighter is a direct feed from the battery so it receives To open the glove box lift up on the latch power whether the ignition is in the ON or OFF position It heats when pushed in and pops out automatically when ready for use To preserve the heating element do not hold the lighter element in the heating position 810aac2f 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M CUP HOLDERS In the center console there are two cup holders for the front seat passengers Front Cup Holders NOTE The front cup holder insert is removable from the console for cleaning Smoker s Package If Equipped With the optional Smoker s package a removable ash tray is inserted into the front cup holder location The rear passengers have access to a cup holder on each rear door trim panel B0c4caa9 Rear Cup Holders ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 CARGO AREA FEATURES 3 The swing gate may be opened or closed with the cargo cover in place Cargo Light The cargo area light is activated by opening the swing gate opening any door or by rotating the dimmer control on the multi function control lever to the extreme top position If all doors are closed and only the swing gate is open p
174. h 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 ex tender and store it WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating positions Remove and store the extender when not needed 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE See Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS Airbags DRIVER AIRBAG PASSENGER AIRBAG KNEE BOLSTER 80f3df6e This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel The passenger side airbag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers NOTE The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size Also the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federal regulations that define Occupant Classification Refer to Occupant Classification System in this section en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 T
175. he lever completely indicates only that the parking brake is applied You must be sure the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle ee STARTING AND OPERATING 233 Before leaving the vehicle parked on a hill you must make sure the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the P Park position Make certain the transfer case is in gear Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury When parking on a hill it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in P Park other wise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of P Park WARNING e Leaving children unattended in a vehicle is dan gerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake or the gear selector lever Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving Failure to do so can lead to brake failure NOTE Parking brake adjustment and maintenance should be performed by your authorized dealer 234 STARTING AND OPERATING ME ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The Anti Lock Brake System is des
176. he seat or objects lodged will illuminate indicating that the Passenger Airbag is underneath the seat If there is a rapid change in OFF when the OCS has determined that the occupant size temperature or humidity the OCS may not be able to category is a child Also when the seat is empty or an properly approximate occupant size If your seat in object that weighs less than a predetermined threshold is cluding your trim cover and cushion needs to be placed on the seat the light will remain OFF The PAD serviced in any way take the vehicle to your autho indicator light is an amber light located on the grab rized dealer Only manufacturer approved seat acces handle in front of the passenger seat sories may be used If there is a fault present in the system the AIRBAG warning light will light indicating that you should take the vehicle to an authorized dealer In the pres ence of an occupant in the passenger seat if both the PAD indicator light and AIRBAG warning light are illuminated the airbag will be disabled ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 For almost all sizes of properly seated adults the passen ger frontal airbag will be enabled in the event of a collision For small teenagers and some small adults depending on size the airbag may or may not be enabled in the event of a collision For small teenagers and some small adults depending on size the airbag may or may not be enabled in the event of a collision
177. hes must be released First pull the front seats Pressing this switch to its desired setting the hood release lever inside your vehicle located under HI or LO will activate the respective heating element for the left side of the instrument panel the heated seat x Once the heated seat switch is activated depressing it a second time will de activate it 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Then reach under the hood and slide the safety latch to the right and lift the hood po E 80d1f79e To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Lower the hood until it is open approximately 12 inches 30 cm and then push hood closed This should secure both latches Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision Be sure all hood latches are latched fully before driving LIGHTS Interior Lights The overhead lights will come on when a door is opened and when the rotating ring on the multi function control lever is in a position other than OFF They may also be turned on by rotating the control for the dimmer switch on the multi function control lever fully upward or by pressing the Unlock button on the keyfob ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 The overhead lights will automatically turn off in about 8 minutes if a
178. hicle through the wind shield This number also appears on the Automobile NOTE It is illegal to remove the VIN plate Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equip ment 8 INTRODUCTION EE 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 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ll A Word About Your Keys 0 Igrutiort Key esu oA RR Ro XO en Key In Ignition Reminder ll Sentry Key Immobilizer System If Equipped Important Note About Service Replacement Keys parria ikea k Customer Key Programming General Information H Steering Wheel Lock If Equipped To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel 17 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock 17 B Wluminated Entry i oor 17 Bl Doors And Door Locks 18 Manual Door Locks 00 00005 19 Power Door Locks If Equipped 21 Automatic Door Locks If Equipped 21 Child Protection Locks 04 22 Bl Remote Keyless Entry 00040 23 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHIC
179. his vehicle may also be equipped with window bags to WARNING protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window If the vehicle is equipped with window e Do not put anything on or around the front airbag bags they are located above the side windows Their covers or attempt to manually open them You may covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG damage the airbags and you could be injured be cause the airbags are not there to protect you These protective covers for the airbag cushions are de signed to open only when the airbags are inflating If your vehicle is equipped with window bags do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the window bag The area where the window bag is located should remain free from any obstructions If your vehicle is equipped with window bags 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 perma nent attachments bolts or screws for installation on the vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason 80f cbbd NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open to allow airbag deployment 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Along with the seat belts front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Window
180. ht Each band is adjusted by a slider control with a detent at the mid position Moving the control up or down in creases or decreases amplification of that band The mid position provides a balanced output AM FM Selection Press the AM FM button to change from AM to FM The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency The display will show ST when a stereo station is received To Set The Radio Push Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push button memory press the SET button SET 1 will 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 Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in E UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Time Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time G
181. icle by using a counterclockwise rota tion to lower the jack 278 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EE 9 Finish tightening the lug nuts securely in crisscross pattern Have an authorized service technician check that the torque is 85 110 ft Ibs 115 149 N m as soon as possibl 80a9b35c 10 Remove jack assembly and wheel blocks 11 Secure jack lug wrench jack handle driver jack extension and tire in proper locations WARNING Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle e Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking e Always block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being raised e Do not raise the vehicle higher than is necessary to remove the tire e Never start the engine with the vehicle on a jack E WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 279 e Do not let passengers sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack e Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack e Failure to follow the Tire Changing Procedure may result in personal injury or damage to your vehicle e Only use the jack in the positions indicated JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE NOTE Check the charge indicator on the battery If the indicator is light or yellow replace the battery 1 Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets
182. ide Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirrors to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror E UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 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 objects Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the right side mirror Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors If Equipped The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver s door trim panel below the door lock switch Set the top switch to the left or right for the left or right mirror and set it to the center off position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror when you are finished adjusting the mirror Press one of the four arrows for the direction you want the mirror to move 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defrost Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor 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 o
183. ield has been cleared adjust the controls for your comfort On air conditioned vehicles the compressor will operate when in the Mix or Defrost modes and when the outside temperature is approximately 30 F 1 C to provide additional defrost defog Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality anti freeze coolant during summer to provide proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against overheating A 50 concentration is recommended Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter months make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of ice slush snow or other obstruc tions REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper Washer A rotary ring switch on the control lever located on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the rear wiper washer function Rotating the center of the switch up to the DEL Delay position or the ON position will activate the wiper Rotating the switch ring beyond the ON or OFF position will activate the rear washer The wash pump will continue to operate as long as the lever or ring is engaged Upon release the wipers will cycle three times before returning to the set position 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned OFF the wiper will automatically return to the Park position When the vehicle
184. ight or left to disengage the lock NOTE If you turned the wheel to the right to engage the lock you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to disengage it If you turned the wheel to the left to engage the lock turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it ILLUMINATED ENTRY The interior lights come on when you open any door They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors are closed then fade to off The lights also will fade to off if you turn on the ignition after you close all the doors 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ee DOORS AND DOOR LOCKS The vacuum fluorescent VF display located in the odometer area displays the word door as an indication of a door ajar or door not completely closed When the vehicle is not moving and the door is ajar or not completely closed the VF display will show the word door and then show the odometer trip odometer mileage each for 2 seconds The display will continue to cycle NOTE If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the overhead console all warnings including door GATE GLASS and LOWASH will only be displayed in the EVIC display not in the instrument cluster For addi tional information refer to Overhead Console If Equipped in Section 3 If any other active warnings including GATE GLASS or LOWASH are present they will be shown in the VF disp
185. igned to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions The system operates with a separate com puter to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces 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 WARNING Significant over or under inflation of tires or mixing sizes of tires or wheels on the vehicle can lead to loss of braking effectiveness The Anti Lock Brake System conducts a low speed self test at about 12 mph 20 km h If for any reason your foot is on the brake when the vehicle reaches 12 mph 20 km h this check will be delayed until 25 mph 40 km h The Anti Lock Brake System pump motor runs during the self test and during an ABS stop to provide the regulated hydraulic pressure The motor pump makes a low humming noise during operation this is normal During off road use loss of traction can temporarily defeat the system and cause the warning light to illumi nate Turn the ignition OFF and ON again to restore Anti Lock Brake System function EN STARTING AND OPERATING 235 WARNING WARNING Pumping of the Anti Lock Brakes will diminish e Anti lock system ABS cannot prevent the natu their effectiveness and may lead to an accident ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor Pumping makes the stopping distance longer Jus
186. ine air filter element and replace if nec X essary Replace the spark plugs X Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required X X if previously replaced Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 X months Inspect the transfer case fluid X M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 M 346 SCHEDULE A EE M Miles 108 000 114 000 120 000 IE Kilometers 173 000 182 000 192 000 Ne Months 108 114 120 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X om Inspect the brake linings X a Inspect the engine air filter element and replace if necessary X ta Replace the spark plugs X e Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary X 3 Inspect the ignition cables and replace if necessary 2 4L Only X D Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required if pre X X hi viously replaced Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 163 000 km X EE 102 000 miles 8 Replace the timing belt 2 4L Only X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid X Inspection and service should be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all receipts This maintenance is recommended by the manufac turer to the owner but it is not required to maintain emissions warranty IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
187. ine does not necessarily mean your emission control system is malfunctioning The manufacturer recom mends that you try a different brand of unleaded gaso line having lower sulfur to determine if the problem is fuel related prior to returning your vehicle to an autho rized dealer for service 262 STARTING AND OPERATING ME FUEL TANK FILLER CAP GAS CAP WARNING CAUTION If the Malfunction Indicator Light is flashing immediate service is required See Onboard Diag nostic System in Section 7 of this manual Materials Added To Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling 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 has been designed for use with this vehicle When tightening the gas cap tighten until 2 or 3 clicks are heard to insure that the cap is properly seated NOTE A loose gas cap may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to illuminate EE STARTING AND OPERATING 263 WARNING e Remove the fuel cap slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury The volatility of some gasoline may cause a buildup of pressure in the fuel tank which may
188. ing 1 800 355 3515 by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment The HomeLink Wireless Control System provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand held radio frequency RF transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators garage door openers entry door locks security systems even home lighting Additional HomeLink information can be found at www homelink com or by calling 1 800 355 3515 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Retain the original transmitter of the RF device you are programming for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink programming It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed HomeLink buttons be erased for security purposes To erase the programmed buttons perform the procedure shown below under When Your Vehicle Is New or for assis tance contact HomeLink at www homelink com or by calling 1 800 355 3515 When Your Vehicle Is New Prior to programming HomeLink for the first time the factory test codes must be erased To erase HomeLink memory press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons buttons one and three The message CLEARING CHANNELS will appear on the HomeLink display After approximately 20 seconds the message CHANNELS CLEARED will appear on the EVIC display Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds Programming HomeLink NOTE It is recommended that
189. ing 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 246 STARTING AND OPERATING BEEN 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 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 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
190. ing Instructions isses 160 Power Button ese me 160 Electronic Volume Control 160 Seek sas cide ew e ERENER EEEREN 161 i T 161 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME 146 To Set The Push Button Memory 161 Balance 4s ea ci Ra ek aee 162 Fade 2c6s uet Rode baa ores 162 Bass And Treble Tone Control 162 AM FM Selection 0 0 0 0 0 0000 162 Mode Button ss srecen os GoGo a was Re 162 Cassette Player Features 162 CD Changer Control Capability f Equipped cicas sn eres eee e Camaros 164 Radio Display Messages 166 lll Sales Code RBK AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD Changer Controls 167 Radio Operation 0 0 000 0000 167 CD Player Operation case surrise Es 169 CD Changer Control Capability Jf Equipped 452 erm Peed aay es 171 Radio Display Messages 173 ll Sales Code RBP AM amp FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player CD Player And Optional CD DVD Changer Controls 174 Radio Operation xxx eg REY bane es 174 Tape Player Operation 4 178 CD Player Operation 0 180 CD DVD Changer Operation f Equipped seien Roe der 182 ll Sales Code RBO AM FM Stereo Radio With 6 DiscCD Changer sidesse wis
191. 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 position and the Power Volume control pushed ON before the CD player will operate Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 inch 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism You may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF the display will show the time of day If you insert a disc with the ignition OFF the display will show the time of day for about 5 seconds then go out If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 show the disc number the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 LOAD EJT Load Press the LOAD EJT button and the button with the corresponding number where the CD is being loaded After the radio displays load insert the CD into the player Radio display will show loading when it is being loaded LOAD EJT Eject Press the
192. ion switch is first turned on If the bulb is not lit during starting have the system checked by an authorized dealer 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN Defrosters Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should feel the air directed against the windshield Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires includ ing spare for proper pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of all 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 coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected the cause should be located and corrected immediately UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS B Mirrors Inside Day Night Mirror Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped Outside Mirrors Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors If Equipped Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped lll Hands Free Communication UConnect
193. ior Lighting 0 0000 98 Interior Lights i442 444 60044 me RR bas 98 Intermittent Wipers 0 0 c eee eee aes 107 Introduction serran ee ate a eee bare 4 Jack Location aisin adle soe ed pes ale ea be 274 Jack OperatiOn c ciae eec 3a oto tons 276 Jacking Instructions srs rea sanea de a e 276 Jump Starting ike es cech ERROR ed eg 279 Key Programming nee rene 16 Key Release Button 0 0 0 ee eee eee 13 Key Replacement ecc emen em reddere 15 Key Sentry cedere ch Sears C3 ee deba bet ede 14 Key In Reminder 5 eds rer 14 Keyless Entry System llle 23 Keys Lane Change and Turn Signals Lap Shoulder Belts LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildr n eR BEES Eee eR ES Lead Free Gasoline Light Bar Lighter Cigar Lights v23 cussecee RR RR Ea Airbag ese awk ae ee ux e ae oe Anti Lock Battery Saver Brake Warning Cargo Daytime Running 0000005 Dimmer Switch Headlight Dome aca ss Beeld es ase pn Ea OE Ede ean dus 111 ln E PLEBS 102 Four Wheel Drive Indicator 152 hir CP EL ho ah as dhs le 320 Hazard Warning Flasher 272 Headlight Switch lille 101 Headlights oss e n 101 Headlights On Reminder 102 Headlights On With Wipers ll 101 High Beam Indicator lille 151 Instrument Cluster 0 00000 eae 101 Intensity Control ze i sasra 0 0 02 ee eee 99 Interior cuz eed Ch ee Ee
194. irbags the pretensioners are a single use item After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the airbags and pretensioners they must be replaced Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Use 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 occupants 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 reacti vated 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 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 The manufacturer does not recom mend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert 1 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and buck
195. is 4WD models equipped with a manual transmis sion For these models the clutch interlock feature is overridden when the vehicle is operated in 4L to enhance off road capability Refer to Starting Procedures Manual Transmission AWD Models Only in this sec tion 216 STARTING AND OPERATING ME WARNING It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the Automatic Transmission Shifting from D Drive to P Park or R Reverse or from P or R to D should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped Be sure to keep your foot on the brake when moving the shift lever between these gears 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 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a brake transmission shift interlock system BTSI that holds the gearshift lever in the P Park position when the ignition switch is in the OFF position To move the gear selector lever out of the P Park position the ignition switch must be turned to the ON position the brake pedal and the button on the front of the shifter handle must be depressed ee STARTING AND OPERATING 21
196. is light is part of an onboard diagnostic system tr called OBD II which monitors engine and auto matic transmission control systems This light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position before engine start If the bulb does not come on when turning the ignition key from OFF to ON have the condition checked promptly Certain conditions such has 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 typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing When the engine is running the Malfunction Indicator Light may flash to alert of 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 9 Anti Lock Warning Light ABS If Equipped This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System ABS described elsewhere in this manual This light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as three seconds If the light comes back on immediately or comes on during 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 provided that the BRAKE warning light is not on Al
197. is wrong with the airbag system If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags any or all of the following may occur e The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra sions and or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium 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 you have any blistering see your doctor immediately As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke like 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 eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufac turer s instructions for cleaning 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se e It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have deployed If you are involved in another collision the airbags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision Have the airbags
198. itch 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 SKIS indicator light will stop flashing turn on for 3 seconds then turn off The new Sentry Key has been programmed Repeat this process to program up to a total of 8 keys General Information The Sentry Key Immobilizer System complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation STEERING WHEEL LOCK IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock manual transmission only This lock pre vents steering the vehicle without the ignition key If the steering wheel is moved a half turn in either direction and the key is not in the ignition the steering wheel will lock To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel With the engine running rotate the steering wheel 1 2 revolution from straight ahead position turn off the engine and remove the key Rotate the steering wheel slightly in both directions until the lock engages To Release the Steering Wheel Lock Insert the key in the ignition and turn the wheel slightly to the r
199. keys are in the A door lock switch is on each front door panel Press this ignition switch and the driver s door is open the doors switch to lock or unlock the doors will not lock The rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle until you pull up the lock plungers Automatic Door Locks If Equipped The doors will lock automatically if 1 all doors are closed 2 vehicle speed is above 15 mph 24 km h 3 and the accelerator pedal is depressed This will occur only once will not reoccur until a door is 2 gm u 80c b opened If the plunger is down when the door is closed the door will lock Therefore make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Protection Locks The rear doors of your vehicle are equipped with child protection locks If you push up on the lever on the open edge of the door it cannot be opened from the inside of the vehicle Push the lever down to disengage the child protection locks 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 en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors or open the swing gate flip up window from distances of 23 50 feet 7 15 meters using a transmitter Yo
200. lay and will also continue to cycle If the vehicle is moving three single chimes will occur One chime for each complete display cycle three cycles total After this the display will continue to cycle only no chimes ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 If the trip reset button is pressed while the VF warnings are being displayed the VF display will revert back to only displaying the odometer trip odometer mileage Manual Door Locks Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle If the plunger is down when the door is closed the door will lock Therefore make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se WARNING CAUTION For personal security and safety in the event of an An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves accident lock the vehicle doors as you drive as Always remove the key from the ignition and lock well as when you park and leave the vehicle all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended 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 ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Power Door Locks If Equipped If you press the door lock switch while the
201. le the driver s seat belt 2 Turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY RUN posi tion engine does not need to be running 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 the ignition key to the OFF position A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be reacti vated 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 unfastened Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage if equipped is in its lowest position your authorized dealer can provide you wit
202. lect 30 60 90 or OFF 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 Reset Service Distance Displays Only if Service Interval was Changed When this feature is selected the current accumulated service distance can be reset to the newly selected service interval Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Low Fuel Chime When this feature is selected a chime will sound when the Low Fuel Indicator Light is displayed in the instrument panel cluster Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Retrain Tire Sensors Available with TPM System Only When this feature is selected the TPM system will start the retraining procedure Refer to Training Procedure below Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Then press the MENU button to enter selection WARNING Death or serious injury can occur if magnetically sensitive devices are exposed to this magnet Mag nets can affect pacemakers es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 NOTE The tire pressure sensors must be retrained after rotating the tires or replacing one or more sensors
203. linder and transmission and add as needed e Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 332 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES BEEN At Each Oil Change e Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on Schedule A 6 000 miles 10 000 km or every other interval shown on Schedule B 6 000 miles 10 000 e Inspect the exhaust system km e Change the engine oil filter e Inspect brake hoses e After completion of off road operation the underside Check the coolant level hoses and clamps of the vehicle should be thoroughly inspected Exam ine threaded fasteners for looseness e Inspect manual transmission fluid level if equipped M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 en SCHEDULE B 333 Schedule B e Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 2 km Follow schedule B if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C e Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C e Trailer towing d c QE e Taxi police or delivery service commercial service Extensive engine idling e Off road or desert driving e Driving in dusty conditions M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Miles 3 000 6 000 9 000 12 000 15 000
204. ll apply to vehicles used to tow trailers for noncommercial use however the following conditions must be met e The D Overdrive range can be selected when tow ing However if frequent shifting occurs select the O D Off function or move the shift lever to the next lower position to eliminate excessive automatic trans mission shifting This action will also reduce the possibility of transmission overheating and provide better engine braking Refer to Transmission Shift ing in this section for additional information e A load equalizing hitch is recommended for loaded trailer weights above 1 000 Ibs 454 kg ee STARTING AND OPERATING 265 CAUTION If the trailer weighs more than 1 000 lbs 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 you need them and could have an accident e Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are mandatory for motoring safety Follow the maintenance intervals in schedule B for changing the automatic transmission fluid and filter if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous o
205. llle 183 Radio Operation iue poa crest px e anra 184 CD Player Operation 0 186 es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 H Satellite Radio If Equipped 190 System Activation lees 190 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ENS SID isses 190 Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB And RBK Radis ss xod pesce sorties aera Pu 191 Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP RBU RAZ And RBO Radios 222 osse ERR RR 191 Selecting a Channel esce Ea 192 Storing And Selecting Pre Set Channels 192 Using The PTY Program Type Button lf Equipped mmn 192 PTY Button Scan eec ue Gea Een 193 PTY Button Seek gedd banned gae 193 Satellite Antenna su ps eerte pare rn 193 Reception Quality 000 193 ll Remote Sound System Controls If Equipped 194 Radio Operations iae pacer ee Re rte 195 Tape Player CD Player Single Disc In Radio CD Player 6 Disc In Cargo Area 196 ll Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance 196 ll CD DVD Disc Maintenance 197 lll Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 198 W Climate Controls seek e re EROR ES 198 Heater sei ang EE RE RES ES 198 Air Conditioning cea ERE 3 ees 200 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Operating Tips
206. lular 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 CLIMATE CONTROLS The controls for the heating air conditioning and venti lation system in this vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions Heater 80c49e38 Blower Control The rotary knob on the left controls the blower and can be set in one of four positions from Low to High ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Temperature Control The degree of comfort can be selected by rotating the temperature control knob on the right The coldest tem perature setting is fully counterclockwise and the warm est setting fully clockwise The knob can be positioned at any detent Mode Selection The mode selector the center rotary knob can be set in any of the following positions OFF This position turns off the blower motor and outside air will not pass through any outlets Recirculate Air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel Allows for circulation of interior air only This mode can also be used to temporarily block out outside odors smoke and dust Slight airflow from the floor outlets and the defrost outlets located at the base of the windshield may be noticed Pan
207. m what drivers experience with other vehicles so take time to become familiar with your vehicle The two wheel drive utility vehicle was designed for on road use only It is not intended for off road driving or use in other severe conditions suited to a four wheel drive vehicle Before you start to drive this vehicle read this manual Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls particu larly those used for braking steering and transmission and transfer case shifting Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces Your driving skills will improve with experience When driving off road or working the vehicle don t overload it or expect it to overcome the laws of nature Always observe federal state provincial and local laws wherever you drive As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident Be sure to read On Road Off Road Driving Tips in Section 5 of this manual Roll Over Warning Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll over rate than other types of vehicles This vehicle has a higher ground clearance higher center of gravity and narrower track than many passenger cars It is capable of perform ing better in a wide variety of off road applications Driven in an unsafe manner all vehicles can be caused to go out of control Because of the higher center of gravity en INTRODUCTION 5 and the narrower track if this v
208. mage to the driveline components The PART TIME indicator light located in the instrument cluster illuminates when the transfer case is shifted to the 4H position The 4 LO MODE indicator light located in the instru ment cluster illuminates when the transfer case is shifted to the 4L position There is no light for the 2H or N Neutral positions es STARTING AND OPERATING 223 Proper operation of 4 wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size type and circumference on each wheel e Do not attempt to make a shift while only the Any difference will adversely affect shifting and can front or rear wheels are spinning The Command cause damage to the transfer case Trac transfer case is not equipped with a synchro nizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for the shift to take place Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case When operating your vehicle in 4L the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 2H or 4H positions at a given road speed Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h 224 STARTING AND OPERATING ME WARNING e Because 4 wheel drive provides improved trac tion there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds Do not go faster than road con ditions permit You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neu
209. mal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap pointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you to be happy with our products and services Your selling dealer is best equipped and most anxious to provide prompt resolution for any warranty issue or related matter that you may experience The manufactur er s dealers have the facilities factory trained techni cians special tools and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner E F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 349 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 inclu
210. ment Contact your authorized dealer service station or gov ernmental agency for advice on how and where used oil can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection All of the manufacturer s engines have a full flow type disposable oil filter Use a filter of this type for replace ment The quality of replacement filters varies consider ably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service Mopar engine oil filters are high quality oil filters and are recommended Drive Belts Check Condition and Tension At the mileage shown in the appropriate Maintenance Schedule check all drive belts for condition and proper tension Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure Inspect the drive belt for evidence of cuts cracks or glazing and replace them if there is any sign of damage which could result in belt failure If adjustment is re quired adjust the belts according to the specifications and procedures shown in the Service Manual ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 295 Special tools are required to properly measure tension and to restore belt tension to factory specifications Also check belt routing to make sure there is no interference between the belts and other engine components Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor mance and emission control New plug
211. mobile or CB radios Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is the Panasonic CR2016 or equivalent 1 Pry the transmitter halves apart with a dime or similar object Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket material during removal 80911228 2 Remove and replace the batteries Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch the battery clean it with rubbing alcohol 3 Reassemble the transmitter case Snap the halves together and test transmitter operation 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This system monitors the vehicle doors swing gate swing gate flip up window and ignition for unautho rized operation When the alarm is activated the system provides both audible and visual signals The horn headlights and tail lights will sound flash repeatedly for three minutes If disturbance is still present driver s door passenger door other doors ignition after three minutes the headlights and tail lights will flash for an additional 15 minutes NOTE The Panic and Security alarms are quite different Please take a moment to activate the Panic and the Security modes to hear the differences in the horn In case one should go off in the future you will need to know which mode has been activated in order to deactivate it To Set the Alarm The alarm will set when you use
212. n 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 178 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 cassette 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 o
213. n a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid as seal damage will result Automatic Transmission Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor mance Use only manufacturer s 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 CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer s recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Fluid Level Check 3 7L 42RLE This fluid level should be checked when the engine is fully warmed up and the fluid in the transmission is heated to its normal operating temperature Operation of the transmission with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transmission and of the fluid 312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly the following procedure must be used 1 The vehicle must be on level ground 2
214. nclude cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time 300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Se Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar bon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro tection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment NOTE Air Conditioning systems found to be contami nated with A C System Sealers Stop Leak Products Seal Conditioners Compressor Oil or Refrigerants not ap proved by the manufacturer voids the warranty for the Air Conditioning system 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 WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only the manufacturer s recommended 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 Re
215. nd immediate service is required Engine damage resulting from operation with a heavy spark knock may not be covered by the new vehicle warranty Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of gasoline before consid ering service for the vehicle Over 40 auto manufacturer s world wide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications the World wide Fuel Charter WWFC to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions performance and durability for your vehicle The manufacturer recom mends the use of gasoline that meets the WWFC speci fications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and is spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality The manufacturer strongly supports the use of reformu lated gasoline Properly blended reformulated gasoline will provide excellent performance and durability for the 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
216. nd 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 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME 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 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 be 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
217. ng booster seat is for children weigh acts ecw installing ar IRAROEOE GIU Xesbatnb ing more than 40 Ibs 18 kg but who are still too small A rearward facing infant restraint should only be to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child used in a rear seat A rearward facing infant cannot sit with knees bent over the seat cushion while restraint in the front seat may be struck by a the child s back is against the seatback they need a deploying passenger airbag which may cause se belt positioning booster seat The child and booster vere or fatal to the infant seat are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child restraint Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards The manufacturer recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats 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 either cinching latch plates or automatic locking retractors which are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that i
218. ng of hot fluid when systems are under pressure during vehicle operation should be noted before hose is replaced based on leakage 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 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Brake Master Cylinder Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked removing the cap If necessary add fluid to bring the when performing under hood services or immediately if fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake the Brake Warning Light shows system failure fluid reservoir With disc brakes fluid level can be ueque i expected to fall as the brake pads wear However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type WARNING Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or unidentified as to specification may result in sudden brake failure during hard pro longed braking You could have an accident es MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 WARNING Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire Use only brake fluid that has been i
219. ng 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 175 Toggle the PTY button to select the following format Program Type Radio Display types Religious Music Rel Musc Program Type Radio Display Religious Talk Rel Talk Adult Hits Adlt Hit Rock Rock Classical Classicl Soft Soft Classic Rock Cls Rock Soft Rock Soft Rck College College Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R amp B Country Country Sports Sports Information Inform Talk Talk Jazz Jazz Top 40 Top 40 Foreign Language Language Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is Wostal lee B displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Oldies Oldies station with the same selected PTY name The PTY Personality Persnlty function only operates when in the FM and Satellite if Public Public equipped modes Rhythm and Blues R amp B 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME The radio display will flash SEEK and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station If no station is found with the selected PTY program type the radio will return to the last preset s
220. nt 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 edited or return to the main menu N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 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
221. nt of a head on collision This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WARNING Seat Belt Pretensioners The driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped e After a vehicle collision the driver and front with a pretensioning device that is designed to remove passenger outboard seat belt system must be any slack from the seat belt systems in the event of a checked by a qualified technician to verify that collision This device improves the performance of the the automatic locking retractor feature for child seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight around the seats is still functioning properly In addition all occupant early in a collision Pretensioners work for all seat belts should be checked for proper function size occupants including those in child restraints The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper seat if the seat belt assembly automatic locking re belt placement by the occupant The seat belt must still be tractor feature or any other seat belt function is worn snugly and positioned properly not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual The pretensioners are triggered by the front Airbag Control Module Like the front a
222. nterference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the device For further assistance questions or comments about the TPM system please call 1 877 774 8473 Customer Programmable Features Press the MENU button until one of the display choices following appears Language When in this display you may select one of five lan guages for all display nomenclature including the trip computer functions Press the STEP button while in this display to select English Francais Deutsch Italiana or Espanol As you continue the displayed information will be shown in the selected language 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Display U S or Metric Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects US or Metric The overhead console and instrument panel displays will be in the selected units Auto Door Locks When this feature is selected all doors and the swing gate will lock automatically when the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph 25 km h Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Auto Unlock On Exit Available Only When the AUTO DOOR LOCKS Feature is Turned On When this feature is selected all the vehicle s doors will unlock when the driver s door is op
223. ntification 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 EN F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 351 The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s Service Contract If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s Service Contract and you require service after your manufactur er s new vehicle limited warranty expires please refer to your contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased your new vehicle Your dealer has also made a major investment in facilities tools and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with your ownership experience You ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns WARRANTY INFORMATION See your manufacturer s Warranty Information Booklet for information on warranty coverage and transfer of warranty 352 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 1 Yr 2 Yri 3 Yri 3 Yr 3 Yri 5 Yri 7 Yri 8 Yri DESCRIPTION 42 000 24 000 36 000 50 000 Unimta 100 000 70 000 80 000 EasicLmtoa werany Covers MEN 5 Basic Limited Warranty Coverage Special
224. o not use tire sealant or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with TPM system as damage to the sensors may result NOTE A TPM system does not replace normal tire maintenance After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the wheel rim sensor 256 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Tire Pressure Monitor System Tire Wheel Rotation and Sensor Replacement If Equipped With the TPM System if a road tire and wheel is replaced by the spare the TPM system will detect the swap automatically after the ignition has been cycled and display SPARE SWAP DETECTED along with a chime This could take up to 10 minutes with vehicle speed above 25 mph 40 km h The tire pressure sensors must be retrained following a wheel rotation or sensor replacement Refer to EVIC Retrain Tire Sensors in Section 3 for more information It is necessary to program the EVIC with the new sensor s or the new position of each sensor as it is rotated to a different corner of the vehicle If a wheel rotation is not followed by the retrain proce dure the system will not properly inform you of the correct vehicle location of a low or high tire pressure Tire Pressure Monitor System 4 LO Mode If Equipped When the 4 LO mode is selected the chime will not sound until either the vehicle speed is greater or equal to 25 mph 40 km h
225. o occur The pre ferred method is with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4L with the vehicle moving faster than 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h Selec Trac Operating Information Precautions If Equipped The Selec Trac transfer case provides 5 mode positions normal 2 wheel drive mode part time 4 wheel drive high range full time 4 wheel drive high range neutral and 4 wheel drive low range This transfer case is equipped with an inter axle differ ential which allows driving the vehicle in the 4 FULL TIME position at all times on any given road surface including dry hard surfaced roads The 4 FULL TIME mode allows the front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds which eliminates driveline binding and component wear that is normally associated with driving the vehicle in the 4 PART TIME position on dry hard surfaced roads This feature provides the safety security and convenience of operating in 4 wheel drive at all times regardless of road conditions When additional traction is required the 4 PART TIME and 4LO positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together through the transfer case inter axle differential and force the front and rear driveshafts to rotate at the same speed This is accomplished by simply moving the shift lever to these positions The 4 PART TIME and 4LO positions are intended for loose slippery road surfaces only Driving in the 4 PA
226. o 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 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 SALES CODE RBQ AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH 6 DISC CD CHANGER uem QH OM m B amp DISC CHANGER Dor ZW UV E AD MODE 5 80f1ee0e 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Radio Operation Power Volume Control Press the PWR VOL control to turn the radio on Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume NOTE Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Mode Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between AM FM the CD changer and Sirius Satellite Radio if equipped The display will show ST when a stereo station is received To select Sirius Satellite Radio if equipped press the MODE button until the word SIRIUS appears The fol lowing will be displayed in this order After
227. ock the Doors Press and release the Lock button once to lock the doors swing gate flip up window and swing gate The horn will chirp and the park lights will flash once to acknowledge the lock signal NOTE The horn chirp can be enabled or disabled within 23 50 feet 7 15 meters of the vehicle by the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Lock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Unlock button 3 Release both buttons 4 Repeating steps 1 3 will restore original transmitter operation To Unlatch the Swing Gate Flip Up Window Press and hold the Rear Release button on the trans mitter to unlatch the swing gate flip up window WARNING To avoid injury stand back when opening Glass will automatically rise ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE The transmitter can be programmed to unlatch the flip up window immediately upon activation of the Rear Release button without pressing and holding within 23 50 feet 7 15 meters of the vehicle by per forming the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Unlock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Rear Release button 3 Release both buttons 4 Repeating steps 1 3 will restore original transmitter operation NOTE Unlatching the flip u
228. 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 354 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE M PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard American Express and Discover orders are ac cepted If you prefer mailing your payment please call for an order form NOTE A street address is required when ordering manuals No P O Boxes e Service Manuals These comprehensive service manuals provide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing troubleshooting problem solving maintaining servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles A complete working knowledge of the vehicle system and or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations diagrams and charts e Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Filled with diagrams charts and detailed illustrations these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled v
229. oh slag dns 94 Reclining 4 52 drea eres s p eresie 91 en INDEX 371 Security Against Theft 0 20 28 Security Alarm ede exu kk BR DPCPA Y ers 28 Selection of Oil llle 293 Selec Trac Operation 0 00 0 00 000 ee 226 Sentry Key casa nica gad nes teed Reba 14 Sentry Key Programming 00 16 Sentry Key Replacement 15 Service ssist nCe sc 46 8 Se ke mr 348 Service Contract esp carriero es 350 Service Manuals ce eee ees 354 Setting the Clock ccsa cet ua 158 Shift Speeds Manual Transmission 215 SHIMANE sense ode Reve E Red ee 213 Automatic Transmission 216 Manual Transmission Ls 213 Transfer Case llle 225 230 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage 40 Shoulder Belts 0 0 0 0 cee ee eee 35 Signals TMM sosaties ie s btw eve 101 151 Slippery Surfaces Driving On 237 Snow Chains 229 ia PREDA RP 257 Snow PIOW xum ded eade he So ee ES 270 Spare Tite tn acts swiss dae ped qol Gg RAT sch 275 Spark Plugs s sss er ed RE E ate 295 Specifications Fuels carteis t eee Se REESE ede 259 Oil ciues B EARS er RR CARERE CERRO 293 speed Control inca quu ve YR EA 108 Speedometer ns pecine ni Re ns 151 Starting c RE GE EPFRORE ees as 210 Automatic Transmission lis 210 Cold Weather 22e IRR es 211 Emergency Jump Starting 279 Engine Block
230. one 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 keypad 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 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME 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 Wo
231. ontrol System Maintenance 330 Sch dule B paved bs ado aba Bl Maintenance Schedules isses 330 Schedule A lille 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 8 330 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MEM EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system These and all other maintenance services included in this manual should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability More frequent main tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip driving Inspection and service also should be done any time a malfunction is suspected NOTE Maintenance replacement or repair of the 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 sched
232. oving beyond the detent If either light flashes at a very fast 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 is defective 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE A tone will chime if the turn signals are left on for more than 2 miles 3 2 km Lights On Reminder A chime will sound if the driver s door is left open and the headlights or parking lights are left on Battery Saver Feature Exterior Lights If the park lights headlights fog lights or high beams are left on when the ignition switch is in the OFF position the battery saver feature will automatically turn off the exterior lights after eight minutes Normal operation will resume when the ignition is turned ON or when the switch is turned to another position Fog Lights If Equipped 40 The front fog light switch is in the multi function control lever To activate the front fog lights turn on the park or low beam headlights and pull out the end of the lever The Fog Light Indicator Light will illuminate when the fog lights are on NOTE The fog lights will only operate with the park lights or the headlights on low beam Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights Daytime Running Lights If Equipped The headlights come on at a low intensity level after the engine has started They will turn off when the vehicle is
233. p Gas Cap 262 SQL DUORTSHOR iciveit sina EE 296 B ades Towing 223 uae ccce voe orn 264 a ire Chains eR cea cee eens 257 Assn N T E 264 H Tire Rotation Recommendations 258 Bl Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 267 H Fuel Requirements nnana anaana 259 Towing 2WD Models Reformulated Gasoline 260 Towing 4WD Models Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 260 B WP sce acc este des eed vtec ene MMT In Gasoline 0 00005 261 Sulfur In Gasoline 0205 261 210 STARTING AND OPERATING ME STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle adjust your seat adjust both inside and outside mirrors and fasten your seat belts WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death Manual Transmission Apply the parking brake place the gearshift control lever in N Neutral and depress the clutch pedal before starting vehicle This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system 4WD Models Only In 4L mode this vehicle will start regardless of whether or not the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor This feature enhances off road performance by allowing the vehicle to start when in 4L without having to depress the clutch pedal The 4 LO MODE indicator light will illuminate when the transfer case has been shifted into this mode Au
234. p window will unlock the swing gate After closing the flip up window press the Lock button on the transmitter to lock the swing gate Panic Alarm The panic mode flashes the park lights and sounds the horn for about 3 minutes or until the alarm is turned off To Use the Panic Alarm Press and hold the PANIC button for at least 1 second to activate the panic alarm Press and hold the PANIC button a second time to deactivate the alarm The alarm will also shut itself off after starting the vehicle and accelerating to 15 mph 24 km h NOTE The Panic and Security alarms are quite different Please take a moment to activate the Panic and the Security modes to hear the differences in the horn In case one should go off in the future you will need to know which mode has been activated in order to deactivate it 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se To Program Additional Transmitters NOTE If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the overhead console the transmitters may also be programmed through the EVIC display For additional information refer to Overhead Console If Equipped in Section 3 Up to 4 transmitters can be programmed to your vehicle To obtain additional transmitters contact your autho rized dealer To program a transmitter within 23 50 feet 7 15 meters of the vehicle perform the following procedure 1 Gather every transmitter that
235. pe player ON by inserting a cassette or activating the MODE button with a cassette in the radio but only when the ignition and radio are on Each time a cassette is inserted the tape player will begin playing on the side of the cassette that is facing up in the player Music Search Pressing the SEEK button while playing a tape will start the Music Search mode Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the tape is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection The SEEK symbol appears on the display when Music Search is in operation Music Search shuts off automati cally when a selection has been located Selective Music Search Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 7 selections Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection twice to move 2 selections etc Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Pressing the TUNE button up or down momentarily activates Fast Forward or Rewind and makes the direc tional arrows appear on the display To stop Fast Forward or Rewind press the TUNE button again Time Button Press the time button to toggle between station frequency and time of day Pressing this button while playing a cassette tape will change the side of the tape being played 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se NR Noise Red
236. peed limits Where speed limits or condi tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds correct tire inflation pressure is very important E STARTING AND OPERATING 251 Radial Ply Tires Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not WARNING spin your vehicle s wheels above 35 mph 55 km h Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires WARNING on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause an accident Al ways use radial tires in sets of four Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your dealer for radial tire repairs Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 35 mph 55 km h when you are stuck And don t let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed 252 STARTING AND OPERATING ME Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are narrow strips 1 16 inch 1 6 mm thick and are found in the tread pattern grooves When the tread pattern is worn down to these treadwear indicators the tires should be replaced Overloading your vehicle long trips in very hot weather and driving on bad roads may result in greater wear Replacement Tires The
237. peration 266 STARTING AND OPERATING BENE Gross T GCWR T Trailer Type Trailer Wedhi Max rans Cooling Weight eig J See Note 1 mission Fold Ep M Low Profile m ye 4x2 25 ft 2 3m aoe 136 kg 6 750 or Less Frontal Area 2 000 Ibs Max 3 062 kg 907 kg E Manual Up to 2 000 Ibs 907 kg Max 10 to 4x4 also Small Boats 1596 of 7 000 Ibs Flatbed Trailers etc GTW 3 175 kg Fold Down and Low Profile 300 Ibs 4x2 25 ft 2 3mr ae 136 kg 7 100 or Less Frontal Area 2 000 Ibs Max 3 220 907 kg E Automatic Up to 2 000 Ibs 907 kg Max 10 to 4x4 also Small Boats 1596 of 7 400 Flatbed Trailers etc GTW 3 357 Up to 3 500 Ibs 1588 kg GTW 4x2 7 100 Single axle small to 3 500 Ibs 525 Ibs 3 220 medium length 1 588 kg 238 kg 4x4 Max Max 8 750 3 969 Maximum trailer length 18 ft 6 5m Other Trailer Types and Weights Up to Full Box Shape 4x2 Up to 64 ft 6 8m 9 800 Frontal Area 4 445 Auto 5 000 Ibs 750 Ibs Up to 5 000 Ibs 2 268 kg 340 kg Trans Maximum Travel 10 100 Trailer Length Pa 4 581 25 ft 7 6m oo 1 GCWR Total combined weight of trailer and tow vehicle 80d3f3a2 Minimum Vehicle Requirements for Trailer Towing mEmmmm STARTING AND OPERATING 267 Towing 4WD Models CAUTION
238. peration of your vehicle Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure 1 Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents e Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob lems You could lose control of your vehicle Overinflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly resulting in loss of vehicle control Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom mended pressure ee STARTING AND OPERATING 249 2 Economy Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement Under inflation also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consump tion 3 Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Both under inflation and over inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict able steering response Unequal tire pres
239. qualiza tion Pinch Roller Release If ignition power or the radio ON OFF switch are turned off the pinch roller will automatically retract to protect 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se 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 DI 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 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 E UNDERSTANDING YOUR
240. r Anchors 62 63 Child Safety Locks eoe xem v 22 Cigar Lighters ise dore des dert dn eaa 135 Climate Control si cerere erebai pi Taneris 198 died rU 158 Clutch Interlocking Ignition System 210 215 Command Trac Operation 06 222 Compact Disc Maintenance 197 COMPASS 4 Locas se DER een a RR RR PRO RO IR 122 Compass Calibration 000000 122 Compass Variance 8s hack ue teak ee eo 123 Computer Trip Travel 0 00 120 Console Overhead lille 110 Contract Service lees 350 Converter Catalytic 0 6 6 0 0 eee 295 Cooling System separa 4 abba eee ca es 303 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 0 305 Coolant Capacity desir 60 eee iinei 326 Coolant Level 1 0 eee eee 306 Disposal of Used Coolant 304 Drain Flush and Refill 303 Insp ction as acea aeree eR nra n 303 Points to Remember seres 306 Pressure Cap 3 ous soede ese trenes dh alae 305 Radiator Cap usw beaten es 305 Selection of Coolant 0005 304 326 Temperature Gauge scc cccsserseseni peres 153 en INDEX 361 Crankcase Emission Control System 297 Cruise Control 0 0 eee 108 Cruise Gt gt totes ah Sh se ta vite tere 155 Cup Holder sess cou ve hese se ae cee eee 136 Customer Assistance sls 348 Cylinder Retest Requirements 102 Daytime
241. r a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check the AIRBAG warning light will turn off The PAD indicator light will function normally Refer to Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light in this section If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the AIRBAG warning light either momentarily or continuously A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial start up WARNING Ignoring the AIRBAG warning light in your instru ment panel could mean you won t have the airbags to protect you in a collision If the light does not come on stays on after you start the vehicle or if it comes on as you drive have the airbag system checked right away e The Occupant Classification System OCS will clas sify an occupant into a size category based on sensor readings from within the seat cushion Occupants should try to remain in a normally seated position If the occupant s weight is transferred to another object in the vehicle i e feet on the dashboard the OCS may 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se not be able to properly approximate occupant size The ORC will not allow front airbag deployment in the Furthermore the occupant size may appear to increase event of a collision for occupants classified into the or decrease due to objects hanging on the seat other empty or child size categories The PAD indicator light passengers pushing on t
242. r use with Propylene Glycol based coolants Use of Propy lene Glycol base coolants is not recommended ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 305 Adding Coolant When adding coolant a minimum solution of 50 rec ommended ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water should be used Use higher concentrations not to exceed 70 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 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 engine coolant changes Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant and to insure that coolant will return to the radiator from the coolant bottle The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution Never add coolant when the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an over heated engine Heat causes pressure to build up in
243. regnant Women and Seat Belts 45 Preparation for Jacking 06 276 Pretensioners Seat Belts raean ui hena ens 43 Programmable Electronic Features 115 Programming Transmitters 0 26 Radial Ply Tires ies ces Carm Sere ERR rg 251 Radio 25 5 24 4 0054 5 44 0 ARRER RR der s 160 167 174 183 Radio Broadcast Signals 4 4 158 Radio Operation 0 160 167 174 198 Radio Satellite llle 190 Rear Axle 4 22964 teri sse pee 4g 3 231 315 Rear Swing Gat esee naed saa Paaa dn 29 Rear Window Defroster llle 204 Rear Window Features lese 203 Rear Wiper Washer ees 203 Rearview Mirrors llle 75 Reclining Front Seats 00 0002 91 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Paris ies a te Ex AU Lak EER ot ae 327 Recreational Towing eoero rires tanke i i 267 Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral N 267 Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 269 Reformulated Gasoline 0040 260 Refrigerant 22060805 ma paws teed bad EE Rs 300 Reminder Lights On 00050 102 Reminder Seat Belt 0 0 00 eee eee 44 Remote Keyless Entry 000 23 Remote Sound System Controls 194 Replacement Keys Replacement Parts 370 INDEX aaa Replacement Tires 0 0 0 0 000000 252 Reporting Safety Defects 040 353 Restraint
244. rmal operating range If the pointer rises to the red zone five chimes will occur pull over and stop the vehicle Do not turn the engine off Idle the vehicle with the air conditioning turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the engine remains in the high range turn the engine off and call for service 12 Reset Button Press this button to toggle between the odometer and trip odometer display When in the trip odometer mode holding the button in resets the trip odometer Also pressing the Reset button will clear out any warning messages in the odometer display 13 OdometerlTrip Odometer A vacuum fluorescent display indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven Also the cluster will display replacing the odometer trip odometer vehicle warning messages such as door gate glass ajar and low washer fluid See appropriate sections for more information NOTE If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the overhead console all warnings including door GATE GLASS and LOWASH will only be displayed in the EVIC display not in the instrument cluster For addi tional information refer to Overhead Console If Equipped in Section 3 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 rea
245. rmation for your vehicle Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourself 290 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the 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 lubrication of your vehicle s engine the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop es MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 291 The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine has been shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight 2 4L Engines
246. rs and under should ride properly buck led up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 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 can 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 Infants and Small Children There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult seat 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 This vehicle is not capable of accommodating the installation of a car bed used for carrying newborn babies at the right front passenger seat position If a car bed must be used to transport a newborn baby the car bed must be installed in the second seating row only Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child sea
247. s are present Components should be replaced immedi ately if there is any evidence of degradation that could cause failure Brake System In order to assure brake system performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Refer to the appropriate Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for suggested service intervals or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage You wouldn t have your full braking capacity in an emergency Brake and Power Steering System Hoses When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance inspect surface of hoses for evidence of heat and me chanical damage Hard and brittle rubber cracking tears cuts abrasion and excessive swelling suggest deteriora tion of the rubber Particular attention should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold es MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they NOTE Inspection of brake hoses should be done when are secure and no leaks are present ever the brake system is serviced and every engine oil NOTE Often fluids such as oil power steering fluid change and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings There fore oil wetness at the hose coupling area is not neces sarily an indication of leakage Actual drippi
248. s be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision which includes you This can happen far away from home or on your own street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and they can 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 you striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se WARNING Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and e Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat adjust the seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your 2 The seat belt latch plate is above the
249. s located under the instrument panel and through the outlets lo cated in the rear of the center console Slight airflow from the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield may be noticed Mix Pe Air flows through the floor outlets the outlets at X6 the base of the windshield and the side window demisters outlets Defrost W Air flows through the outlets at the base of the windshield and through the side window demister outlets NOTE To improve fuel economy leave in Defrost only when necessary Operating Tips Fast Cool Down For a fast cool down turn the blower fan rotary knob to the extreme clockwise position turn the mode selector to the panel position and drive with the windows open for the first few minutes Once the hot air has been expelled close the windows and turn the mode selector to Max A C Recirculation When a comfortable condition has been reached choose a mode position and adjust the temperature control knob and blower speed as necessary to maintain comfort For high humidity conditions it may be necessary to remain in the Max A C Recirculation mode to maintain comfort ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 Window Fogging In mild but rainy or humid weather windows will fog on the inside To rapidly clear the fog off all the windows select the defrost mode turn the temperature control knob fully clockwise and position the blower control to its highest speed Once the windsh
250. s should be in stalled at the mileage specified in the appropriate main tenance chart The entire set should be replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine compartment for spark plug information Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the converter as an emission control device Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage CAUTION Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involv ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor mance have your vehicle serviced promptly Contin ued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and vehicle 296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 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
251. se only manufacturer s recommended manual trans mission fluid refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug The fluid level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3 16 4 76 mm below the bottom of the hole Add fluid if necessary to maintain the proper level Frequency of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle Fluid changes are not necessary unless the lubricant has become contaminated with water If con taminated with water the fluid should be changed im mediately Transfer Case Fluid Level Check Inspect the transfer case for fluid leaks If a fluid leak is evident the transfer case fluid level can be checked by removing the fill plug B located at the back of the transfer case 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the fill hole A when the vehicle is in a level position Adding Fluid Only at filler hole until fluid runs out of the hole when the vehicle is in a level position Drain First remove fill plug B then drain plug C Recom mended tightening torque for drain and fill plugs is 15 25 ft Ibs 20 34 N m CAUTION When installing plugs do not overtighten You could damage them and cause them to leak
252. sified as a larger occupant The Bladder Mat and Pressure Sensor are located beneath the seat cushion foam The pressure sensor sends a signal to the OCM The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed to activate only in certain side collisions When the ORC with side impact option detects a collision requiring the window bags to inflate it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the window bag The inflating window bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window The airbag inflates in about 30 milliseconds about one quarter of the time it takes to blink your eyes with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the window bag inflates This especially applies to chil dren The window bag is only about 3 inches 9 cm thick when it is inflated e The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger and position every one for the best interaction with the front airbag If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags when the impact sensors detect a moderate to severe frontal collision to help restrain the driver and front passenger and then immediately deflate NOTE A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system This does not mean something
253. sition Moving a control up or down increases or decreases amplification of the band The mid position provides a balanced output 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 RND button SET 1 will show in the display window Select the 1 6 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 RND button the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the corresponding push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Time Button Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME 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
254. so a chime will sound if the light comes back on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefit of Anti Lock Brakes The operation of the ABS light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds The light should then turn off unless the UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized dealer 10 Charging System Warning Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg ing system The light should come on for three seconds when the ignition is first turned ON If the light comes back on immediately or comes on while driving it means that there is a problem with the charging system or the battery is low Also a chime will sound if the light comes back on See your authorized dealer immediately 11 lemperature Gage E Indicates engine coolant temperature Any read SeT ing within the normal range indicates that the cooling system is operating satisfactorily The gage pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature above center scale when driving in hot weather up mountain grades in heavy stop and go traffic or when 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the no
255. ssn 105 Fl id 60434844042 e Te Ec ieP REV EUR 302 Windshield Wiper Blades 301 Windshield Wipers ueri ws 106 Wipers Intermittent llle 107
256. stationary it may be necessary to shift the automatic transmission from D Drive to R Reverse and back to D Drive after shifting This will allow full engagement of the newly selected position Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever 4 FULL TIME to 4 LO or 4 LO to 4 FULL TIME With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift an automatic transmission to N Neutral While the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift the transfer case lever firmly to the desired position Do not pause in transfer case N Neutral NOTE To shift from 4 FULL TIME to 4LO the shift lever should be pushed away from the driver and then en STARTING AND OPERATING 231 rearward into 4LO In 4 FULL TIME there is a neutral stop to prevent shifting into N Neutral by accident NOTE Pausing in transfer case N Neutral in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission may require shutting the engine OFF to avoid gear clash while completing the shift If difficulty occurs shift transmis sion to N Neutral hold foot on brake and turn engine OFF Make shift to desired mode NOTE Shifting into or out of 4LO is possible with the vehicle completely stopped however difficulty may oc cur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to occur The pre ferred method is with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h
257. sure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right 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 or the Certification Label 811adOdO 250 STARTING AND OPERATING Se The tire pressure should be checked and adjusted at least once every month Check more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Inflation pressures specified on the label are always Cold Inflation Pressure Cold inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has been idle for at least 3 hours or driven less than a mile after a 3 hour period The cold inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum values molded into the tire sidewall Tire pressures may increase from 13 to 40 kPa 2 to 6 psi 0 138 to 0 414 bar during operation DO NOT reduce this normal pressure buildup High Speed Operation WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under 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 maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted s
258. t can it increase braking or steering efficiency be press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle slow down or stop 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 manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others 236 STARTING AND OPERATING Se CAUTION The Anti Lock Brake System is subject to possible detrimental effects of electronic interference caused by improperly installed aftermarket radios or tele phones NOTE During severe braking conditions a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard This is normal indicating that the Anti Lock Brake System is functioning ON ROAD DRIVING TIPS Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make them capable of performing in a wide variety of off road applications Specific design characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional 2 wheel drive vehicles
259. t eee eee ae 212 Break In Recommendations 68 Checking Oil Level sess xn 290 Compartment erg nhik 285 286 Compartment Identification 285 286 Cooling kag alte Sra rans sgt a aha tans de 303 Fails to Start e op dew EE as 211 Flooded Starting icum Eme 211 Fuel Requirements 04 259 326 Jump Staring ska 6i Rer Perea 279 Malfunction Indicator sun 152 CI i uote tette etin e Ba ee a ite 290 326 Oil Change Interval 005 292 Oil Disposal 152246 34 bestia deter dias 294 OU Filer MT 294 Oil Filter Disposal i 00 ee eee 294 Oil Selection 1 0 0 cee eee 293 326 Overheating 3 essem Ghia eonim Ria ce 273 Starine accuse tidus ioca uel ota y tud Sate 210 Temperature Gauge 6 ee uniad 153 Timing Belt usse eS Cade 297 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 4 293 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 56 Entry System Illuminated 17 Exhaust Gas Caution llle 68 Exhaust System x sas eat Baa uE eee eee 302 Exterior Finish Cate visa sawed ee RS 316 Filters Air Cleaner ace e oe ee as 297 Engine Oil eras serene n reden 294 Finish Care s caue paene paene fg oS abe 316 en INDEX 363 Flashers Hazard Warning eL i9 rers 272 Turn Signal eec RR ad eer xU UR e nia 151 Flat Tire Changing 0 0 00 esnaera 274 Flooded Engine Starting 05 211 Fluid Capacities iiec RR RE ispi 326
260. t is not necessary to use a locking clip If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap shoulder 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 If the seat belt has a automatic locking retractor it will have a distinctive label Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle Then pull the belt until it is all extracted from the retractor Allow the belt to return to the retractor pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion about the child restraint Refer to Automatic Locking Mode earlier in this section Buckle the child into the restraint exactly as the manufacturer s instructions tell you 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se e When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle Do not leave it loose in the vehicle In a sudden stop or collision it could strike the occupants or seat backs and cause serious personal injury LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 7 Your vehicle s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH The LATCH system provides for the installation of the
261. t of such repairs is de icer salt etc be sure that such materials are well considered the responsibility of the owner packaged and sealed e If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or e If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads consider similar cause which destroys the paint and protective mud or stone shields behind each wheel coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil ity of the owner e Use Mopar Touch Up Paint on scratches or chips as soon as possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle e 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 non abrasive non acidic cleaner Do not use scouring pads steel wool a bristle Use Mopar Vinyl Cleaner to clean vinyl or leather brush or metal polishes Only Mopar Cleaners are upholstery recommended Do not use oven cleaner Avoid auto matic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel s protective fin ish Interior Care Use Mopar Fabric Cleaner to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Mopar Vinyl Cleaner is specifically recommended for interior vinyl trim 318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Leather Seat Care amp Cleaning Leather is best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Sm
262. t 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 SET RND button a second time to stop Random Play PTY Program Type Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Pressing the PTY button within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broad cast PTY information Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types Program Type Radio Display Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Emergency ALERT Emergency Test Test es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 Program Type Radio Display Program Type Radio Display Information Inform Talk Talk Jazz Jazz Top 40 Top 40 Foreign Language Language Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is Nostalgia Nostalga displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Oldies Oldies station with the same selected PTY name The PTY Personality Persnlty function only operates when in the FM mode Public Public The radio displa
263. tation 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 adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Press the BAL button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMEN
264. tem 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 authorized dealer or repair facility If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD system is ready or not ready if the MIL symbol is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on with the engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopar parts for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in sure the designed performance Damage or failures caused by the use of non Mopar parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer s warranty DEALER SERVICE Your dealer has the qualified service personnel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service Manuals are available which include detailed service info
265. ter 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 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Express Open Feature 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 sunroof is not completely closed until the rear of the sunroof glass moves upward at the end of it s travel The sunshade can be opened manually It will also open as the sunroof opens The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open WARNING e 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 your 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 o
266. termarket equipment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the front end structure The airbags could deploy unexpect edly or could fail to deploy during a collision WARNING Do not add a snow plow winches or any other aftermarket equipment to the front of your vehicle This could adversely affect the functioning of the airbag system and you could be injured WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Bl Hazard Warning Flashers 272 Tire Changing Procedures 275 Wilf Your Engine Overheats 273 W Jump Starting Procedure 279 la Changing A Flat Tire 2l Era 274 Wi Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped Jack And Lug Wrench Locations 274 W Towing A Disabled Vehicle Spare Tire Location sax res ienis ia aahi 275 272 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS Your vehicle s hazard warning flasher is an emergency warning system When you activate it all front and rear directional signals will flash intermittently Use it when your vehicle is disabled on or near the road It warns other drivers to steer clear of you and your vehicle This is an emergency warning system not to be used when the vehicle is in motion To activate the warning flashers press the button on the instrument panel between center air outlets To turn the
267. that might make an unintended electrical contact 2 When boost is provided by a battery in another vehicle park that vehicle within booster cable reach but without letting the vehicles touch Set the parking brake place the automatic transmission in P Park or manual transmission in N Neutral and turn the ignition to OFF 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 mm of the booster battery and then connect the other end to a non paint metal surface on 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 280 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MEM 7 When removing the jumper cables reverse the above sequence exactly Be careful of the moving belts and fan NOTE To start the vehicle following connection of a booster battery the Security Alarm System must first be disabled by cycling a front door key cylinder or by using the keyless entry transmitter WARNING Jump starting can be dangerous To avoid personal injury or damage to elec
268. the light doesn t come on stays on or comes on while driving have the airbag system checked by an autho rized dealer 25 OID Overdrive Off Indicator Light O D This light will illuminate when the O D OFF button has been selected The O D OFF button is located on the gear shift lever 26 Seat Belt Indicator 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 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss 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 27 Light Bar Indicator Light If Equipped This light indicates when the light bar lamps are on D 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 p
269. the antenna will cause decreased performance Larger luggage items should be placed as far forward as possible Do not place items directly on or above the antenna Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons e The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle e Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME e Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception e Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches BACK VIEW O STEERING WHEEL The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available AM FM TAPE CD Etc The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in
270. the compass When the vehicle is new the compass may appear erratic and the CAL symbol will be displayed es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 After completing three 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL symbol does not appear you must manually put the compass into the Calibration mode To Put Into a Calibration Mode Turn on the ignition and set the display to Compass Temperature Press and hold the RESET button more than 10 seconds to change the display between VARI ANCE compass variance and CAL compass calibra tion modes When the CAL symbol is displayed com plete three 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal objects or power lines The CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north In some areas of the country the difference between magnetic and geographic north is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings If this occurs the compass variance must be set according to the Compass Variance Map 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M COMPASS VARIANCE MAP 8000cbab To set the variance Turn the ignition ON and set the display to Compass Temperature Press and hold the RESET button five
271. the sidewall Example 31x10 5 R15 LT en STARTING AND OPERATING 241 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 242 STARTING AND OPERATING ME 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 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
272. three sec onds 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 CD s may remain in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode 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 Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency If the button is pressed and held the radio will continue to tune until the button is released The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pressed ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Balance BAL The Balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Press the BAL button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Fade The Fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in 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 po
273. tomatic Transmission Start the engine with the selector lever in the N Neutral or P Park position Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range 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 fails to start within 10 seconds turn the key to the OFF position wait 5 seconds then repeat the normal starting procedure ee STARTING AND OPERATING 211 Extreme Cold Weather To insure reliable starting at temperatures below 20 F 29 C use of an externally powered electric engine block heater available from your dealer is recom mended If Engine Fails to Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the Normal Starting or Extreme Cold Weather proce dures it may be flooded Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the CAUTION throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in a flash fire causing To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the serious personal injury engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again 212 STARTING AND OPERATING Se If the engine has b
274. tral N position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case Neutral N position disengages both the front and rear drive shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move despite the transmission position The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle Shift Positions For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below 2H Rear Wheel Drive High Range Normal street and highway driving Dry hard surfaced roads 4H 4 Wheel Drive High Range Locks the front and rear driveshafts together Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction for loose slippery road surfaces only N Neutral Disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle Refer to Recreational Towing in Sec tion 5 for more information ee STARTING AND OPERATING 225 4L 4 Wheel Drive Low Range Low speed 4 wheel drive Locks the front and rear driveshafts together Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose slippery road surfaces only Do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h Allows engine starting without depressing the clutch pedal on vehicles equipped with manual transmission Refer to Starting Procedures Manual Transmission 4WD Models Only in this se
275. trical components in vehicle observe the following warnings 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 immediately with large amounts of water Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source that has a greater than 12 volt system i e do not use a 24 volt power source Never attempt to jump start a discharged battery that is frozen because it could rupture or explode during jump starting Be sure your vehicle is not touching the jump start vehicle Observe all Battery Warnings in Section 7 of this manual while jump starting your vehicle EN WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 281 WARNING WARNING Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow started Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic hooks Tow straps and chains may break causing converter and once the engine has started ignite and serious injury damage the converter and vehicle TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE The manufacturer recommends towing with all four wheels off the ground Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised and the other end on a towing dolly EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS IF EQUIPPED If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks they are mounted
276. ts The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 Ibs 9 kg Convertible child seats can be used either rearward facing or forward facing in the vehicle Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing direction than infant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg but are less than one year old 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se e Rearward facing child seats must NEVER be used in Some booster seats are equipped with a front shield the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger and are held in the vehicle by the lap portion airbag An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position Children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg and who are older than one year can ride forward facing in the WARNING vehicle Forward facing child seats and convertible e For additional information refer to www seatcheck org child seats used in the forward facing direction are for e Improper installation can lead to failure of an children who weigh 20 to 40 Ibs 9 to 18 kg and are infant or child restraint It could come loose in a older than one year old These child seats are also held collision The child could be badly injured or in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt killed Follow the manufacturer s directions ex e The belt positioni
277. tton is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Balance The balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Press the BAL button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Fade The fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Bass and Treble Tone Control The tone controls consist of 2 separate bands The bass band is on the left and the treble band is on the right Each band is adjusted by a slider control with a detent at the mid position Moving the control up or down in creases or decreases amplification of that band The mid position provides a balanced output AM FM Selection Press the AM FM button to change from AM to FM The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency The display will show ST when a stereo station is received in the FM mode Mode Button Press the MODE button to select between the cassette tape player CD changer or the Satellite Radio if equipped When the Satellite Radio if equipped is selected SA will appear in your radio display A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite or radio mode Cassette Player Features With ignition OFF and the sound system OFF you can eject the tape cassette by pushing the EJECT button es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 You can turn the ta
278. u don t have to point the transmitter at the vehicle to activate the system Each vehicle comes with two transmitters 8091f2a0 To Unlock the Doors Press and release the Unlock button once to unlock the driver s door Press the button again within 5 seconds to unlock all the doors If your vehicle is equipped with Illuminated Entry the interior lights also come on and remain on for about 30 seconds when you unlock the doors The park lights will flash twice to acknowledge the unlock signal NOTE The transmitter can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first press of the Unlock button within 23 50 feet 7 15 meters of the vehicle by per forming the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Unlock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Lock button 3 Release both buttons 4 Repeating steps 1 3 will restore original operation NOTE The Light Flash can be enabled or disabled within 23 50 feet 7 15 meters of the vehicle by per forming the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EBENEN 2 Continue to hold the Lock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Rear Release button 3 Release both buttons 4 Repeating steps 1 3 will restore original transmitter operation To L
279. uction Pushing the Number 2 Pre set button when a tape is playing deactivates the Dolby Noise Reduction System When Dolby is ON the NR symbol appears on the display Each time a tape is inserted the Dolby will turn ON Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Labo ratories Licensing Corporation CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available through Mopar Accessories The fol lowing instructions are for the radio controls that operate this CD changer Mode Button To activate the CD changer press the MODE button until CD information appears on the display Push Button While the CD changer is playing press the NUMBER 1 push button or the NUMBER 5 push button to select a disc numbered higher or lower than the one currently being played Seek Button Press the SEEK up or down to select another track on the same disc A SEEK symbol will appear on the display Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Press and hold the FF button for fast forward Press and hold the RW button for fast reverse The audio output can be heard when fast forward and fast reverse are activated Random Play RND Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace E UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 Ran
280. uld 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 Ready 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 ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 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 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 pla
281. ule 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 2 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 ee MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 331 e Off road or desert driving NOTE Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule B Second is Schedule A It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched ule B Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi tions Where time and mileage are listed follow the interval that occurs first CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle At Each Stop for Fuel e Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu racy of the oil level reading Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark e Check the windshield washer solvent add as required Once a Month e Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage e Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required e Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir brake master cy
282. use damage to the transfer case tion there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds Do not go faster than road con ditions permit You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral N position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case Neutral N position disengages both the front and rear drive shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle ee STARTING AND OPERATING 229 Shift Positions For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below 2WD Rear Wheel Drive High Range Normal street and highway driving Dry hard surfaced roads 4 PART TIME Part Time 4 Wheel Drive High Range Locks the transfer case inter axle differential Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction for loose slippery road surfaces only 4 FULL TIME Full Time 4 Wheel Drive High Range Employs an inter axle differential This allows front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds on all road surfaces N Neutral Disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle Refer to Recreational Towing in Sec tion 5 for more information 4LO Part Tim
283. ushing on the cargo light lens surface will turn off all interior lights Push on the lens surface a second time to restore the interior lights to normal operation Retractable Cargo Area Cover If Equipped To cover the cargo area 1 Grasp the center portion of the cover flap Pull it over the cargo area 2 Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots in the pillar trim cover 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING Cargo Tie Down Hooks The tie downs located on cargo area floor should be used In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle to safely secure loads when vehicle is moving 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 ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 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 onl
284. valve if necessary X Replace the ignition cables 2 4L Only X Inspect the brake linings X X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluidt X X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid X and replace main sump filter Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid en SCHEDULE B 341 Inspection and service should be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all receipts This maintenance is recommended by the manufac turer to the owner but it is not required to maintain emissions warranty tOff highway operation trailer towing taxi limousine bus snow plowing or other types of commercial service or prolonged operation with heavy loading especially in hot weather require front and rear axle service indicated with a f in Schedule B Perform these services if the vehicle is usually operated under these conditions 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 8 342 SCHEDULE A ME Schedule A Miles 6 000 12 000 18 000 24 000 30 000 Kilometers 10 000 19 000 29 000 38 000 48 000 Months 6 12 18 24 30 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element and replace X if necessary Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the brake linings X
285. warning flashers off press the button again NOTE With extended use the flashers may run down your battery EN WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 273 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 N 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 asa 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 the 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 and you hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and call for service 274 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME CHANGING A FLAT TIRE WARNING Jack And Lug Wrench Locations The jack jack handle and lug wrench are stored beneath the right rear
286. weaken the fabric Sun damage will also weaken the fabric If the belts need cleaning use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly Maintenance After Off Pavement Driving After extended operation in mud sand or water or similar dirty conditions have your brake drums brake linings and axle joints inspected and cleaned as soon as possible This will prevent any abrasive material from causing excessive wear or unpredictable braking action Following off pavement usage completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle Check tires body structure steering suspension and exhaust system for damage Check threaded fasteners for looseness particularly on the chassis drivetrain components steering and suspen sion Retighten if required to torque values specified in the Service Manual Also check for accumulations of vegetation or brush that could become a fire hazard or conceal damage to fuel lines brake hoses axle pinion seals and propeller shafts CAUTION Under frequent heavy duty driving conditions change all lubricants and lubricate body compo nents all driveline joints and steering linkage more often than in normal service to prevent excessive wear 320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSE PANEL A SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR DETAILS Interior Fuses The fuse panel is on the
287. xceeded the low or high pressure refer to STARTING AND OPERATING TIRES AND WHEELS the TPM system will display a message in the EVIC and sound a chime It will then go 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME into the tire pressure display screen and flash the pres sure value of the tire that is low or high This will be displayed for the rest of the ignition cycle or until the C T MENU STEP or RESET button is pressed NOTE This display will return 60 seconds after the C T MENU STEP or RESET button is pressed If a tire is low or high you should correct your tire inflation pressure as soon as possible and inspect all of your tires Refer to STARTING AND OPERATING TIRES AND WHEELS for more details Once the low or high tire pressure message has occurred it will continue to blink until the tire pressure is cor rected 2 If the spare tire pressure has exceeded the low or high pressure allowed the TPM system will display a message in the EVIC for 60 seconds and sound a chime each ignition cycle NOTE This message will return every ignition cycle until the tire pressures are corrected 3 When the vehicle is moving and the EVIC cannot receive a valid sensor signal from the tire pressure sensors the TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE message will be displayed for 3 seconds along with a chime The display will then shift to the individual tire pressure display screen and display dashes for the tire or tires that
288. y 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 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Cargo Organizer If Equipped This vehicle may be equipped with a cargo organizer that mounts on the floor behind the rear seat Items may be placed on the flat surface or stored in the three storage compartments WARNING e To avoid tipping lock the shelf securely in all positions e Do not drive this vehicle with the liftgate open or use the shelf as a seat e Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious or fatal injury 1 To raise the cargo organizer pull up on the handle and pull towards the rear of the vehicle N UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 2 Place the rear corners of the cargo organizer into the supports located on the rear trim panel Press down on the back
289. y transmitter to disarm the system You may also acciden tally disarm the system by unlocking the driver s door with the key and then locking it The door will be locked but the Security Alarm will not arm REAR SWING GATE NOTE The master key that is used to start the vehicle is also used to lock or unlock the front doors and open the rear swing gate To unlock the rear swing gate insert the key into the lock if equipped and turn counter clockwise The swing gate flip up window will unlatch and the swing gate will unlock WARNING To avoid injury stand back when opening Glass will automatically rise On vehicles equipped with power locks the swing gate can also be unlocked using the remote keyless entry or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se To open the swing gate pull the gate handle to its first detent to open just the flip up window Pull the handle to its second detent all the way to open both the flip up To avoid injury stand back when opening Glass will window and swing gate automatically rise The vacuum fluorescent VF display located in the odometer area displays the words GATE and or GLASS as an indication of when the swing gate and or flip up window is not completely closed When the vehicle is not moving and the swing gate and or flip up window is not completely closed the VF display will show the word
290. y will flash SEEK and the selected PTY Rhythm and Blues R amp B program type when searching for the next PTY station If Religious Music Rel Musc no station is found with the selected PTY program type Religious Talk Rel Talk the radio will return to the last station Rock Rock If a preset button is activated while in the PTY Program Soft Soft Type mode the PTY mode will be exited and the radio Soft Rock Soft Rck will tune to the preset station Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R amp B Sports Sports 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss By pressing the SCAN button when the PTY icon is displayed the radio will stop at every PTY station on the band and list each corresponding program type in the radio display Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day SATELLITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satel lite Radio This service offers up to 100 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios System Activation To activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service call the toll free number 888 539 7474 or visit the Sirius web site at www sirius com Please have the following informa tion available when activating your system 1 The Electroni
291. yed 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 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 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 SEATS Front Seat Manual Adjustment Move the seat forward or rearward using the adjustment bar Lift up on the bar located on the front of the seat near the floor Position the
292. yer 6 Disc in Cargo Area 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 will cause the CD changer to play the next available disc in the 6 disc magazine CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition take the following precautions 1 Do not use cassette tapes longer than C 90 otherwise sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin ished 2 Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect from slackness and dust when it is not in use 3 Keep the cassette tape away from direct sunlight heat and magnetic fields such as the radio speakers 4 Before inserting a tape make sure that the label is adhering flatly to the cassette 5 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 ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 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

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