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2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8

1. Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment 106 MNLISHIS oan chee pr C RR E CHR Rew oa o 118 Head Restraints llle 107 Interior Lighting 000056 118 8 Way Driver s Power Seat 108 Front Map Reading Lights 119 4 Way Passenger s Power Seat Multi Function Control Lever 120 If Equipped i eoe 4453345444 mii pers 108 Battery Saver Feature Heated Seats If Equipped 108 Exterior Interior Lights 120 60 40 Split Rear S te casec cres srat nsns 109 Headlights And Parking Lights 121 lll Driver Memory Seat If Equipped 112 Automatic Headlight System If Equipped 121 Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote Smartbeams If Equipped 122 Be rae Enk Renee Te Oy cee H8 Instrument Panel And Interior Lights 123 Memory Position Recall 114 Daytime Running Lights Canada Only 124 Po ae oie aay MS Lights On Reminder scese esea Cs ance es 124 Easy Entry Exit Seat 0 00 115 Fog Lights If Equipped 124 ll To Open And Close The Hood 117 ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 MOTH Signali zusenden Be ersten s 124 ERM Electronic Rollover M
2. Cavity Fuse Color Description Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center 16 10 Amp Red SCM Cluster OBD B 17 15 Amp Blue Flipper Glass B 19 10 Amp Red OCM R S 20 10 Amp Red WCM Cluster R S 21 15 Amp Blue Autowipe Accy Delay 22 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper B 24 10 Amp Red PDC FCM A580 R S 25 10 Amp Red ABS Trans Case Switch R S CB1 20 Amp Cycle Wipers B ee Nee Power Distribution Center CB3 20 Amp Non Cycle Windows De lay ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 Cavity Fuse Color Description Cavity Fuse Color Description 1 40 Amp Green HVAC Blower 16 25 Amp Natu IPM Coils 2 30 Amp Pink Power Outlets ral 3 30 Amp Pink Rr Wiper Ign R O 17 Spare 4 30 Amp Pink ABS Pump 18 20 Amp Yellow TCM AC Clutch 5 Spare 19 20 Amp Yellow Ign Sw 6 50 Amp Red ASD 20 20 Amp Yellow PCM Batt Gasoline Only 7 Spare 21 30 Amp Pink ABS Valves 8 40 Amp Green Acc Delay Seats 22 Spare 9 Spare 23 20 Amp Yellow FDCM 10 40 Amp Green Starter JB Power 24 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pum 11 30 Amp Pink CigLtr T Tow 25 20 Amp Yellow FDCM E Diff 12 40 Amp Green EBL Htd Mirror 26 Spare 13 40 Amp Green JB Power 27 15 Amp Blue Brake Stop Lamps 14 Spare 28 25 Amp Natu NGC Injectors 15 Spare 29 Spare 332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Cavity _Fuse Color Description Underho
3. Automatic Temperature Control 222 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR CONTROLS 1 2 3 1 4 1 1 13 14 7 12 11 109 87 6 5 1 Air Outlet 6 Climate Controls 11 Electronic Stability Control 2 Instrument Cluster 7 Heated Seat Switch Traction Control System Switch 3 Horn 8 Power Outlet 12 Auxiliary Power Outlet 4 Radio 9 Rear Park Assist Switch 13 Ignition Switch 5 Glove Box 10 Adjustable Pedals Switch 14 Upper Switch Bank 817a6b83 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 24 22 23 9 10 11 isl T UE C 215 C qus 245 20 19 18 17 6 15 14 13 LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN a ESP BAS 8179b7 4 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1 Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed 2 Brake Warning Light The BRAKE warning light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and stay on briefly as a bulb check If the bulb does not come on during starting have the bulb re paired promptly If the light stays on longer it may be an indication that the parking brake has not been released BRAKE O If the light remains on when the parking brake is off it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or low fluid level In this case the light will remain on until the cause is corrected If a brake malfunction is indicated immediate repair is necessary and c
4. 250 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 i e 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 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 251 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
5. 307 Air Conditioner Maintenance 309 294 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Sx Power Steering Fluid Check 310 Appearance Care And Protection From Body Lubrication cesses 311 COTTOSON erer Da c ry e Sud go x Ped 9 P24 324 Windshield Wiper Blades sisse 312 M Fuse Panel 2m Re RR Ree rs 328 Windshield Washers Front And Rear noli 312 Interior FUSES s seu eco sna yes ey acces 328 Exhaust System csseceeseesees 313 Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center 330 Cooling System cce 314 Underhood Fuses Integrated Power Module 332 Hoses And Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 319 B Vehicle Stor g segre C RR Cee dee eae da 334 Brake System eese 319 E Replacement Bulbs 0000005 334 Brake Fluid Level Check shoe chee ru 321 W Bulb Replacement eee 335 Fuel System Hoses 00000 322 ERAS sadi addio aged ates PEA i Automatic Transmission 323 HICH E TURN LE a Front And Rear Wheel Bearings 324 a EOM seks tae i ge Se hans oases a2 Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal And Back Up Lights 222 nudes evphadiduseds cones 339 ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 295 Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL 340 Engine a sy x eee pase deb ea Redes 342 B Fluid Capacities usado arm me Ew 341 MASS
6. 00 000 KR5S120123 Ca ada ues ds Baca ee RR own 2671 S120123 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Do not rotate the tires as the wider rear tires will not fit on the front of the vehicle FUEL REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is designed to meet all emis sion regulations and provide excellent fuel 9 1 economy when using high quality pre mium unleaded gasoline having an octane 800dfab8 rating of 91 or higher RECOMMENDED OCTANE RATING R M 2 METHOD Spark Knock Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of premium gasoline before considering service for the vehicle en STARTING AND OPERATING 269 Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica tions the World Wide Fuel Charter WWFC to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions engine performance and durability for your vehicle The manufacturer recommends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are
7. Slow down e Incity 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 as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system CAUTION Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle If 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 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 that might make an unintended electrical contact 290 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME 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 tr
8. 0 0 0 c eee eee Head Rests Headlights Bulb Replacement 200 On With Wipers Replacing oie dott Ip EDP P Ee Heated Mirrors Heated Seats 22 soie oll re High Beam Indicator High Beam Low Beam Select Dimmer Switch 380 INDEX MM Hitches Tradef TOWING ie ERR REPRE es 277 Holder Cup cvs bien cede oem s 162 HomeLink Garage Door Opener Transmitter 150 Hood Release es 117 FOSES tas ete ac bht aac REESE ahaa 319 322 Ignition Key sx kr e e Pad ard p PIX d 12 Illuminated Entry 0 0 00 nii hrs 16 Infant Restraint 0 0 0 0 eee 59 Inflation Pressure Tires llle 258 Information Center Vehicle LL 183 Instrument Cluster lees 175 176 Instrument Panel and Controls 174 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 328 Integrated Power Module 332 Interior Appearance Care 05 327 Interior Fuses 1 0 ce 328 Interior Lighting sere Eo e iia at 118 Interior Lights 2 oor Re 118 123 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 127 Intr d ctiob des gig e RUE Saree Ee 4 Jump Starting esee 289 Key Programming o ocara aea N aa ea 15 Key Replacement 0 6 00 ai ei 14 Key Sentry Immobilizer 0 13 Key In Reminder 0000 000004 13 Keyless Entry System llle 20 Keys 5400 te dGh Ga ded s be ad he PEs aoe ad 12 Lap S
9. 288 Warnings and Cautions 0 0 6 Warranty Information 0040 369 Washer Adding Fluid 0040 169 Washers Windshield 126 312 Washing Vehicle ace Rte oe e es 325 Waxing and Polishing 06 325 Wheel Alignment and Balance 264 Wheel Bearings Wind Buffe ng ss wis Ree x RR Repente 31 159 Window Fogging yer xS 229 Windows lx MP 29 Windshield Defroster lues 71 226 Windshield Washers 0000006 126 BM stn a iota eae heroes 2 dosi gom e def 312 Windshield Wiper Blades 312 Windshield Wipers 0 0 0000000 ee 126 Wiper Blade Replacement 312 Wipers Intermittent llle 127 Wipers Rain Sensitive eile 128 390 INDEX M NOTES NOTES
10. When in the Autostick mode as the engine RPM nears the engine maximum speed an UPSHIFT message will appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC portion of your instrument cluster This message appears in order to alert the driver that the engine speed is approaching it s maximum value and a upshift to the next gear is required In the event that the driver does not ee STARTING AND OPERATING 241 upshift the engine control system will limit the engine speed to protect the engine Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center in Section 4 of this manual Shifting into or out of the Autostick mode can be done at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal When the driver wishes to engage Autostick simply move the shift lever to the Left or Right D D position while in D Drive Hold the shift lever to the right for at least one second to disengage Autostick The transmission will now operate automatically shifting between the five available gears Autostick General Information e You can start out in first or second gear The system will ignore attempts to upshift at too low of a vehicle speed e The transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop e Starting out in second gear is helpful in snowy or icy conditions e Avoid using speed control when Autostick is engaged e The transmission will not automatically shift up when maximum engine speed is r
11. NOTE To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again If the engine has been flooded it may start to run but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released If this occurs continue cranking with the accel erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor the Normal Starting or Extreme Cold Weather procedures should be repeated 236 STARTING AND OPERATING Se 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 TRANSMISSION SHIFTING 5 Speed Automatic Transmission The electronically controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule The transmission electronics are self calibrating therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles Automatic Shift Controls es STARTING AND OPERATING 237 WARNING It is dangerous to shift the selector le
12. 229 334 Storing Your Vehicle curie s rr eR 334 Sun ROOL i amp daa IURE MR E math fares das Gate rare bua 157 Sunglasses Storage s e teodora me epp 149 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 42 TachOmeter sas cee d pear Sore SUP Ae aoe dei eed 178 Temperature Control Automatic ATC 222 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant Tether Anchor Child Restraint Tie Down Hooks Cargo o ses ces ti cercaan es 165 Tilt Steering Column Time Delay Headlight Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Identification Number TIN Tire Markings Tire Safety Information 06 jc TTD Adr Pressure 251a 659 otk in eda fae Alignment and Balance 00 General Information High Speed Inflation Pressures Life of Tires Load Capacity Pressure Monitor System TPMS Pressure Warning Light 388 INDEX ee Racial aasa RR Rob RUE sionals ER SHOPS 261 Replacement i e e ET E 263 Rotation cd eects pate ENS RR dus 268 Safety see sie pea dux eru n 71 247 V P awe heads hae anaes 249 SDIHE sacar sae Rede teae ee hes eases 261 Tread Wear Indicators 004 262 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 278 TOWING 32 x45 Soe asad gene sak bees 274 Behind a Motor Home 285 Guide zen xx Arra RE E ta wees 278 Recreational 2 52529 y REPRE 285 Weight 22 eve he PX kisertes E ee es 278 Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home 285 Traction Control
13. After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al condition has been detected ways reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem CAUTION which could damage the wheel rim sensor The TPMS has been optimized for the original NOTE equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures have e The TPMS can inform the driver of a low tire pressure 5 been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system operation or sensor condition damage may result when using replacement equip e The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care ment that is not of the same size type and or style and maintenance nor to provide warning of a tire After market wheels can cause sensor damage Do failure or condition not use tire sealant from a can or balance beads if e The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS as damage to while adjusting your tire pressure the sensors may result 268 STARTING AND OPERATING General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses United States 0
14. FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula HOAT Hybrid Or ganic Additive Technology Use API Certified SM CF synthetic engine oil SAE 0W 40 is recommended meeting the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 10725 Mopar Oil Filter P N 05281090 or equivalent Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com artment Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only or higher Engine Oil 6 1L Engine Oil Filter 6 1L Engine Spark Plugs Fuel Selection 6 1L Engine ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 Chassis Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Mopar ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Transfer Case Castrol BOT89 M1 Plus Lubricant Usage of other fluid lubricants is NOT recommended Axle Differential Front Rear Mopar Synthetic Gear amp Axle Lubricant SAE 75W 140 API GL5 or equivalent Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only rec ommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir This system requires the use of Mopar Hydraulic System Power Steering Fluid P N 05142893AA or equivalent which meets DaimlerChrysler Ma terial Standard MS 10838 MAINTENANCE SC
15. 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 to reduce or prevent injuries Lap Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle have combination lap shoulder belts The belt webbing retractor is de signed 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 colli sion the belt will lock and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING e Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in an accident hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder
16. Robert Smith or Robert instead of Bob e When prompted enter the number designation e g Home Work Mobile or Pager This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry if desired e When prompted recite the phone number for the phonebook entry that you are adding After you are finished adding an entry into the phone book you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu The UConnect system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language Edit Entries in the UConnect Phonebook NOTE Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Edit You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit e Next choose the number designation home work mobile or pager that you wish to edit e When prompted recite the new phone number for the phonebook entry that you are editing ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 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 re
17. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set The security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on 10 Oil Pressure Warning Light QE This light shows low engine oil pressure The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A continuous chime will sound when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not show how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood 11 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator Light Iraction Control System TCS Indicator Light This indicator light starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes active The ESP TCS Indicator Light also flashes when TCS is active If the ESP TCS Indicator Light begins to flash during acceleration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 prevailing road conditions The ESP TCS Indicator Light will flash any time the ESP or TCS is active and helping to improve vehicle stability If the ESP TCS Indicator Light is on solid the ESP system has been turned off by the driver or a temporary condition exists that will not allow f
18. 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 Buttons 1 6 Radio Mode These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to push button memory 12AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Operation Instructions CD MODE for CD Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio NOTE Note This Radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks Inserting Compact Disc s Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 inch 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism You may eject a disc with the radio OFF 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 show the disc number the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 20
19. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment Power Seat Switches 4 Way Passenger s Power Seat If Equipped The front passenger s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the passenger seat lower side trim The bottom switch controls forward rearward adjust ment The top switch controls the seatback recline adjust ment NOTE The 4 way seat does not have an up down adjustment Heated Seats If Equipped Heated seats provide comfort and warmth on cold days and can help soothe sore muscles and backs The heaters provide the same heat level for both cushion and back The front driver and passenger seats are heated The controls for each heater are located near the bottom center of the instrument panel After turning on the ignition you can choose from High Off or Low heat settings Amber LEDs in the top portion of each switch es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 indicate the level of heat in use Two LEDs are illumi When high temperature heating is selected the heaters nated for high one for low and none for off Pressing the provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes switch once will select high level heating of operation after heating is activated The heat output then drops to the normal high temperature level If high level heating is selected the system will automati cally switch to the low level after two hours of continu ous operation At that time
20. Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure 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 Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left Always drive with each tire properly inflated 258 STARTING AND OPERATING Se 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 unpredi
21. authorized dealer immediately Severe damage to the transmission may occur Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to accurately adjust the fluid level Fluid and Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed as follows Maintenance Schedule A No change necessary Maintenance Schedule B Every 60 000 miles 100 000 km change fluid and filter under the following condi tions e Police taxi limousine commercial type operation or trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation If the transmission is disassembled for any reason the fluid and filter should be changed Front And Rear Wheel Bearings Front and rear wheel bearings are permanently sealed No regular maintenance is required for these compo nents Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo graphic locations and usage Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 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 deterioration or removal of paint and prot
22. 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 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 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ee 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 s
23. or dust Principally the front fog light supplements the lower beam of a standard headlight system NOTE Proper aim and adjustments of the front fog lights should be made to prevent excessive glare for other drivers Turn Signals Move the multi function control lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster will 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 es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 High Beam Switch Pull the multi function control lever towards you to switch the headlights to High beam The High Beam Indicator Light on the instrument cluster will illumi nate Pull the multi function control lever a second time to switch the headlights to Low beam Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multi function 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 Headlight Time Delay There is also a feature that delays turning off the vehicle lights for 30 60 or 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned OFF To activate the headlight delay the multi function control lever must be rotated to the Off position after the ignition switch is turned OFF Only the headlights will illuminate during this time Refer to EVIC Customer Progra
24. should be turned OFF before attempting to rock the vehicle Refer to Electronic Brake Control System in Section 3 of this manual The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to main tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine is most effective Racing the engine or spinning the wheels due to the frustration of not freeing the vehicle may lead to transmission overheating and failure Allow the engine to idle with the transmission selector in N Neutral for at least one minute after every five rocking motion cycles This will minimize overheat ing and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle CAUTION When rocking a stuck vehicle by moving between First and R Reverse do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h or drivetrain damage may result AUTOSTICK Autostick is a driver interactive transmission that offers manual gear shifting capability to provide the driver with more control Autostick allows the driver to increase engine braking ability control upshift and downshift points and enhance the driving experience This system can also provide the driver with more control during passing city driving mountain driving trailer towing and many other situations 240 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Autostick Operation By placing the shift lever in the D Drive position the lever can be moved from side to side This allo
25. system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the com plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO fol low the preceding safety tips 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Cooling System WARNING e When working near the radiator cooling fan dis connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the OFF position The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the ON position You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood don t open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator is hot Coolant Checks Check engine coolant antifreeze 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
26. the number of illuminated LEDs changes from two to one indicating the change Operation on the low setting also turns off automatically after two hours NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within two to five minutes 60 40 Split Rear Seat To Lower Rear Seat Either side of the rear seat can be lowered to allow for extended cargo space and still maintain some rear seating room Heated Seat Switches Pressing the switch a second time will select low level heating Pressing the switch a third time will shut the heating elements off 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M NOTE Be sure that the front seats are fully uprightand NOTE Do not fold the rear seat down with the center positioned forward This will allow the rear seatback to seat belt buckled sold Gowavcacly 2 Fold the rear seat completely forward 1 Pull the release strap toward the front of the vehicle NOTE The automatic folding rear head restraints will to release lower as the seat is folded down R Rel ear Seat Release Folding Rear Seat ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 To Raise Rear Seat Raise the rear seatback and lock it into place If interfer ence from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position The automatic folding rear head re straints must be manually returned from the folded position to the raised s
27. the reversal occurs This allows the sunroof to move towards the closed position NOTE Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed Venting Sunroof Express Press and release the V button and the sunroof will open to the vent position This is called Express Vent and will occur regardless of sunroof position During Express Vent operation any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Sunshade Operation The sunshade can be opened manually However the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens NOTE The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel Ignition Off Operation The power sunroof switches remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off Opening either front d
28. 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 kPa for every 12 F 7 C for this outside temperature condition Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi 13 to 40 kPa during operation DO NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low 260 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation WARNING The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits Where speed limits or condi High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high mum load is dangerous The added strain on your speeds maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very tires could cause them to fail You could have a important Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle serious accident Don t drive a vehicle loaded to the loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 tion Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire mph 120 km h dealer for recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures es STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Radial Ply Tires Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand
29. 6 Send Saying a number or sequence of numbers followed by Send is also to be used to navigate through an automated customer service center menu structure and to leave a number on a pager 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Barge In Overriding Prompts The Voice Recognition button can be used when you wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately For example if a prompt is playing Would you like to pair a phone clear a you could press the Voice Recognition button and say Pair a Phone to select that option without having to listen to the rest of the voice prompt 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 and the following beep say Setup Confirmations The UConnect system will play the current confirmation prompt status and you will be given the choice to change it Phone and Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and or on a premium display such as the instrument panel cluster and supported by your cell phone the UConnect system will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network status when you are attempting to make a phone call using UConnect The status is given for roaming net work s
30. 933062 ace xb 9 porc cea o 343 Bi Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 342 296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 6 1L ENGINE ENGINE COOLANT TRANSMISSION POWER DISTRIBUTION BRAKEMASTER INTEGRATED RESERVOIR DIPSTICK CENTER CYLINDER POWER MODULE AIR CLEANER ENGINE POWER STEERING ENGINE OIL WINDSHIELD BATTERY FILTER OILFILL FLUID CHECK DIPSTICK WASHER RESERVOIR 816161ef ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 297 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 forme
31. A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CH ildren Your vehicle s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH The LATCH system provides for the installation of the 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 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 NOTE When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint pleas
32. 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 INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is found on a label located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield This number also appears on the Automobile 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 Vehicle Identification Number NOTE It is illegal to remove the VIN label 8 INTRODUCTION Se 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 E A Word About Your Keys 005 12 gratior Key di ce exe eR ee x oe eed 12 Key In Ignition Reminder 13 H Sentry Key Immobilizer System LL 13 Important Note About Service 14 Replacement Keys llle 14 Customer Key Prog
33. FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 Cancel Command At any prompt after the voice on beep you can say Cancel and you will be returned to the main menu However in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu Pair Link UConnect System to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnect system you must pair your compatible Bluetooth enabled cellular phone NOTE The UConnect system use requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands Free Profile version 0 96 or higher See www chrysler com uconnect for supported phones To complete the pairing process you will need to refer ence your cellular phone owner s manual One of the following vehicle specific websites may also provide detailed instructions for pairing with the brand of phone that you have NOTE e www chrysler com uconnect e www dodge com uconnect e www jeep com uconnect EC The following are general phone to UConnect System pairing instructions e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Phone Pairing e When prompted after the voice on beep say Pair a Phone e You will be asked to say a four digit pin number which you will later need to enter into your cellular You can enter any four digit pin number You will not need to remember this pin number after the initial pairing process 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Th
34. Feature 38 Seat Belt Pretensioners 0 39 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert sc ibisc RR RRE D 39 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 41 Seat Belt Extender sa sess te EERS EY 41 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS anaa aaa aaa aaa 42 Child Restraint iau aeree rn eis 59 E Engine Break In Recommendations 69 es THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Safety Ips MANENTE DPI NNUS 70 Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The RC To CREDE 70 Vehicles iam e mmm exu dae RPG 7 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The VOICE sia uer xe a E px RES 71 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 authorized dealer to give you the number The key code can also be obtained by your authorized 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 OFF position The gearshift lever must be in the P Park position Ignition Key Positions To remove the ignition key place the gearshift lever in P Park turn the ignition key to OFF and remove the key ee THIN
35. IF EQUIPPED UConnect is a voice activated hands free in vehicle communications system UConnect allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g Call Mike Work or Dial 248 555 1212 Your cellular phone s audio is trans mitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the UConnect system NOTE The UConnect system use requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands Free Profile version 0 96 or higher See www chrysler com uconnect for supported phones 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 conversation The UConnect phonebook enables you to store up to 32 names and four numbers per name Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language This system is driven through your Blue tooth Hands Free profile cellular phone UConnect features Bluetooth technology the global standard that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station so UCon nect works no matter where you stow your cellular phone be it your purse pocket or briefcase as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle s UConnect system The UConnect system allows up to se
36. OFF or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Selecting Satellite Mode in RAQ Radios Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word SIRIUS appears in the display These radios will also display the following e After 3 seconds the current channel name and channel number will be displayed for 5 seconds e The current program type and channel number will then be displayed for 5 seconds e The current channel number will then be displayed until an action occurs A CD 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 7474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblock ing Please have your ESN SID information available 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Stor
37. Schedule B NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then flush and replace your engine coolant every 102 000 miles 170 000 km or 60 months whichever comes first and follow Schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E 8 M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 350 SCHEDULE B ME Miles 3 000 6 000 9 000 12 000 15 000 Kilometers 5 000 10 000 15 000 20 000 25 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if not X X X X X replaced at 3 months Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec X essary Drain and refill the front and rear axles X Inspect the brake linings X nn SCHEDULE B 351 Miles 18 000 21 000 24 000 27 000 30 000 Kilometers 30 000 35 000 40 000 45 000 50 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if not X X X X X replaced at 3 months Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec X essary Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary gt X Drain and refill the front and rear axles X Inspect the brake linings X Drain the transfer case and refill 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 8 352 SCHEDULE B M Miles 33 000 36 000 39 000 42 00
38. This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal and does not in any way damage the steering system Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks doors trunk 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 Ij year preferably in the fall and spring Apply a small amount of a high quality Mopar Lock Cylinder Lubri cant or equivalent directly into the lock cylinder 312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Windshield Wiper Blades The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner This will remove accu mulations of salt or road film Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid usin
39. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light NOTE For vehicles with optional wheel tire sizes and significantly different tire placard pressures the placard pressure value and the low pressure threshold value is re programmable at your authorized dealer to accommo date the customer selected wheel tire combinations rec ommended by DaimlerChrysler Corporation The following warnings will cause a text message to be displayed an audible chime to sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to illuminate The audible chime will occur once every ignition cycle for each warning detected The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate continuously solid and shall remain illuminated until the warning condition is removed reset When the appropriate conditions exist the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC displays the following messages LEFT FRONT LEFT REAR RIGHT FRONT RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE One or more of these messages will be displayed in the EVIC if a low tire pressure condition exists in one or more tires Inspect all tires for proper inflation pressure once the proper tire pressure has been set the TPMS will reset automatically when the vehicle has been driven for at least 2 minutes at or above 15 mph 24 km h ee STARTING AND OPERATING 267 CHECK TPM SYSTEM 1 See your authorized dealer when this message appears in EAU TION the EVIC This message indicates that a system fault
40. beam selection instrument panel light dimming passing light interior courtesy dome lights and optional fog lights Multi Function Control Lever Turn Signal Auto Mode If Equipped Tap the multi function control lever once and the turn signal left or right will flash 3 times and automatically turn off Battery Saver Feature Exterior Interior Lights If the multi function control lever is left in the interior light position parking light position or the headlight position when the ignition switch is moved to the OFF position the battery saver feature will automatically turn off the exterior and interior lights after eight minutes Normal operation will resume when the ignition is turned ON or when the headlight switch is turned to another position ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Headlights and Parking Lights Turn the end of the multi function control lever to the first detent for parking light operation Turn to the second detent for headlight operation Turn to the third detent for Auto headlight operation if equipped Sum Headlight Switch Automatic Headlight System If Equipped Turn the end of the multi function control lever to the third detent to activate the automatic headlight system This system performs two functions With the engine running and the multi function control lever in the A Auto position the headlights will turn on and off based on the surrounding light
41. both seconds then repeat the normal starting procedure inside and outside mirrors and fasten your seat belts D WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death The gear selector must be in the N Neutral or P Park position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear Normal Starting Ignition Key Positions 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 en STARTING AND OPERATING 235 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 Extreme Cold Weather below 20 F 29 C To insure reliable starting at these temperatures use of an externally powered electric engine block heater available from your authorized dealer is recommended 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
42. city and 1 800 712 3040 for outside Mexico city in Mexico es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Please refer to the 24 Hour Towing Assistance cover age details in the Warranty information booklet and on the 24 Hour Towing Assistance Card Paging To learn how to page refer to Working with Automated Systems Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnect system Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail refer to Working with Automated Systems Working with Automated Systems This method is designed to be used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while navigating through an automated tele phone system You can use your UConnect system to access a voice mail system or an automated service such as paging service or automated customer service Some services require immediate response selection in some instances that may be too quick for use of UConnect system 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 Recognition button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word Send For example if required to enter your pin number followed with a pound 3 7 4 6 you can press the Voice Recognition button and say 3 7 4
43. contract call the manufacturer s Service Contract Na tional Customer Hotline at 1 800 521 9922 The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s Service Contract If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s Service Contract and you require service after your manufactur er s new vehicle limited warranty expires please refer to your contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased your new vehicle Your dealer has also made a major investment in facilities tools and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with your ownership experience You ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns ee F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 369 WARRANTY INFORMATION U S Vehicles Only See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and provisions of DaimlerChrysler s warranties applicable to this vehicle 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 sh
44. drive belt replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze if not X replaced at 60 months Drain the transfer case and refill X M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 362 SCHEDULE A NENNEN Miles 108 000 114 000 120 000 Kilometers 180 000 190 000 200 000 Months 108 114 120 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if necessary X Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary X Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze if not done at X 102 000 miles 170 000 km Drain the transfer case and refill X Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts This maintenance is recommended by the manufac turer to the owner but is not required to maintain emissions warranty This maintenance is previously replaced not required if the belt was en SCHEDULE A 363 WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a
45. flow type oil filter Use a filter of this type for replacement The quality of replacement filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service Mopar Engine Oil Filters are a high quality oil filter and are recommended Drive Belts Check Condition and Tensioner Belt tension is controlled by means of an automatic tensioner No belt tension adjustments are required However belt and belt tensioner condition should be inspected at the specified intervals and replaced if re quired See your authorized dealer for service At the mileage indicated on the appropriate Mainte nance Schedule all belts and tensioner should be checked for condition Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure Belts should be inspected for evidence of cuts cracks glazing or frayed cords and replaced if there is indication of damage which could result in belt failure Low gen erator belt tension can cause battery failure Also check belt routing to make sure there is no interfer ence between the belts and other engine components en MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 305 WARNING The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor mance and emission control New plugs should be in stalled at the specified milea
46. for leather upholstery Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar Total Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents deter gents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm 328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with Mopar Glass Cleaner or 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 instruments which may scratch the elements When cleaning the rear view mirror spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care
47. 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 ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 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 etc If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition replace the belt Airbag Warning Light The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned on If the bulb is not lit during starting have it replaced If the light stays on or comes on while driving have the system checked by an authorized dealer Defrosters Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should 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 Lig
48. in position 1 Wait for the system to complete the memory recall before continuing to step 3 3 Press and release the memory SET S button located on the driver s door 4 Within 5 seconds press and release memory button 1 on the driver s door 5 Within 5 seconds press and release the Unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter To disable another transmitter linked to either memory position repeat steps 1 5 for each transmitter NOTE Once programmed all transmitters linked to memory can be easily enabled or disabled at one time Refer to Remote Linked to Memory under Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Pro grammable Features in Section 4 for more information Easy Entry Exit Seat This feature provides automatic driver s seat positioning which will enhance driver mobility out of and into the vehicle There are two possible Easy Exit and Easy Entry adjust ments available e The seat cushion will move rearward approximately 2 5 inches 60 mm if the starting position of the seat is greater than or equal to 3 75 inches 90 mm forward of the rear seat stop when the key is removed from the ignition switch The seat will then move forward ap proximately 2 5 inches 60 mm when the key is placed into the ignition and turned out of the LOCK position 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M e The seat shall move to the position located 1 1 8 inches 30 mm forward
49. issia mia f RR ES 132 Traction Control Light 0 178 Trailer TOWING 449226 RES Se Pa we obs 274 Cooling System Tips 000 285 HitcheS soceri beri 4e uy sadip ia erg or 277 Minimum Requirements 05 280 Trailer and Tongue Weight 278 Wiring s spana eae saire e IRR wh ens 283 Trailer Towing Guide 0000 278 Trailer Weight iiie ats hl eh ay ees 278 Transmission essi anaele ia ee 323 AMUOMAUC iusmmad awit ceiaees 236 323 Range Indicator asasen rna doeane naa ea 182 Sh tting saamegi a Save Set nian they eai 236 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 24 Transmitter Garage Door Opener HomeLink 150 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 Tread Wear Indicators 0 000 00s 262 Torn Signals 2 saws parse tes 124 176 337 339 Underhood Fuses 00 000 330 332 Universal Transmitter 00000000 150 Unleaded Gasoline 0 0 000s 268 Upholstery Care en INDEX 389 Vanity MUEEOTS iced os s Ro Pa a ek Segue as aes 81 Variance Compass s a v xy x REY YS 196 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 7 Vehicle Loading 6 0 066 ee eens 253 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 Vehicle Storage ass sese e dee bs 229 334 Video Entertainment System Rear Seat Video System 005 214 Viscosity Engine Oil 1 ee eee 303 Warning Flasher Hazard
50. it will have only the outermost LEDs ON with decreased brightness obstacle not detected depending on the location of the obstacle Enable Disable the Rear Park Assist System The Rear Park Assist System can be enabled and disabled with a switch located in the switch bank of the instru ment panel Rear Park Assist Switch When the switch is pressed to disable the system the instrument cluster will display the PARK ASSIST DIS ABLED message Refer to Electronic Vehicle Informa tion Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual When the shifter is changed to R Reverse and the system is ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 disabled the instrument cluster will actuate a single chime once per ignition cycle and it will display the message The Rear Park Assist Switch LED will be ON when the Rear Park Assist System is disabled or defective The Rear Park Assist Switch LED will be OFF when the system is enabled Service the Rear Park Assist System When the Rear Park Assist System is defective the instrument cluster will actuate a single chime once per ignition cycle and it will display the SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM message Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual Cleaning the Rear Park Assist System Clean the Rear Park Assist Sensors with water car wash soap and a soft cloth Do not use rough or hard cloths Do not scratch or poke the sensors Otherw
51. last reset Elapsed Time Shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset Engine Oil Pressure Shows the current engine oil pressure The scale will read from 0 100 psi 0 689 kPa 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Engine Oil Temperature Shows the current engine oil temperature The scale will read from 140 300 F 60 149 C Tire Pressure Display Shows the current pressure of all 4 road tires TIRE 3h ep 34 37 1 32 Tire Pressure Display NOTE Tires heat up during normal driving conditions Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 psi 14 to 41 kPa during normal driving conditions Refer to Tire Inflation Pressures in Section 5 for additional information Miles to Service Shows the distance remaining to require service NOTE This display can be reset to the set service interval by pressing and holding the RESET button for 3 seconds Blank Screen Shows a blank screen Pressing the C T button returns to the compass temperature display 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 E UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 NOTE To ensure proper compass calibration make sure the compass variance is properly set before manu ally calibrating the compass Refer to Variance Map To Put Into a Calibration Mode Start the engine and leave th
52. moved out of the N Neutral position 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M 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 3b4798 ose Tilt Steering Column WARNING Tilting the steering wheel column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Without a stable steering column you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Adjust the tilting mechanism only while the vehicle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that includes ABS Anti Lock Brake System TCS Traction Control System BAS Brake Assist System ERM Electronic Rollover Mitigation and ESP Electronic Stability Program All five systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESP ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 ABS Anti Lock Brake System WARNING This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control ABS Anti Lock Brak under adverse braking conditions The system controls ne EO Hia i yeu a prevent dle hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock up and nani ES Gf pies om acing
53. not place items directly on or above the antenna es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 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 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 The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches BACK VIEW OF STEERING WHEEL 81606f7e 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 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available AM FM TAPE CD Etc The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode Radio Operation Pressing the top of the switch will Seek up for the ne
54. of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 the total weight your vehicle can carry 811ad dO Tire Placard Location en STARTING AND OPERATING 253 3 the tire size designed for your vehicle 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 in the Vehicle Loading sec tion of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWR s for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded For further information on GAWR s vehicle loading and trailer towing refer to 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 mm pants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on your vehicle s placard 2 Deter
55. of the rear stop if the starting position is between 2 5 inches to 3 75 inches 60 mm to 90 mm forward of the rear stop when the key is removed from the ignition switch The seat will move forward to the memory driving position when the key is placed into the ignition and turned out of the LOCK position toward the RUN position The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature will be automatically disabled if the seat is already positioned closer than 2 5 inches 60 mm forward of the rear stop At this position there is no benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or Easy Entry Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy Entry and Easy Exit position NOTE The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is enabled or later disabled through the programmable features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Pro grammable Features in Section 4 for more information ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Then reach under the hood move safety latch to the left To open the hood pull the release lever inside your and lift the hood To prevent possible damage do not vehicle located below the instrument panel and in front slam the hood to close it Use a firm downward push at of the driver s door the center of the hood to ensure
56. or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate With the engine off and cold the level of the coolant in the bottle should be between the ranges indicated 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 bottle Do not overfill 318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Points To Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles a few kilometers of operation you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment This is normally a result of moisture from rain snow or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor ized when the thermostat opens allowing hot coolant to enter the radiator If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissi
57. or decrease the Treble tones Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL ANCE will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE control to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speak ers Press the rotary TUNE control again to exit setting tone balance and fade RND PTY Button Radio Mode 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 or turning the TUNE rotary knob within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broadcast PTY information 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Toggle the PTY button to types select the following format Program Type 16 Digit Character Dis play No program type or un i ne None Adult Hits Adult Hits Alert Alert Alert Alert Classical Classical Classic Rock Classic Rock College College Country Country Emergency Test Emergency Test Foreign Language Foreign Language Information Information Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalgia Oldies Oldies Personality Personality Public Public Rhythm and Blues Rhythm and Blues Rel
58. ot ie eie help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking uis it od the traction attorded By Pr eval Refer to Anti Lock Brake System in Section 5 of this Ing road conditions AB S cannot prevent accidents an l tor more information about ABS including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces 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 reck less or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M TCS Traction Control System This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels If wheel spin is detected brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability A feature of the TCS system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning This feature remains active even if TCS and ESP are in the ESP Partial Off mode Refer to ESP Electronic Stabil ity Program in this section BAS Brake Assist System The BAS is designed to o
59. snow or ice conditions do not WARNING spin your vehicle s wheels above 35 mph 55 km h WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires 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 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 do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your dealer for radial tire repairs 262 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1 16 inch 2 mm When the indicators appear replaced in 2 or more adjacent grooves the tire should be replaced Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to e Driving style e Tire pressure e Distance driven en STARTING
60. spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso lines Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as 10 ethanol MTBE and ETBE Oxygen ates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle CAUTION DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system com ponents Problems that result from using methanol gasoline blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol it does not have the negative effects of Methanol 270 STARTING AND OPERATING Se MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num ber Gasolines blended with MMT offer no performance advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number without MMT Gasolines blended with MMT have shown to reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance in some vehicles The manufacturer recom mends using gasolines without MMT Since the MMT content of gasoline may
61. the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap pointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you to be happy with our products and services Warranty service must be done by an authorized Chrysler Dodge or Jeep dealer We strongly recommend that you take your vehicle to your selling dealer They know you and your vehicle best and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service The manufacturer s dealers have the facilities factory trained ee F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 367 technicians special tools and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner 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 f your dealership is unable to resolve the concern you may contact the Manufacturer s Customer Center Any communication to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information e Owner s name and address e Owner s telephone number home and office e Dealership name e
62. to delete You can also press the Voice Recognition button anytime while the list is being played and say the priority number of the phone you wish to delete Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System Voice Recognition VR e Always wait for the beep before speaking e Speak normally without pausing just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight 8 feet away from you e Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M e Performance is maximized under e It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the UConnect phonebook e low to medium blower setting Ee P e UConnect phonebook name tag recognition rate is optimized for the voice of the person who stored the e low road noise name in the phonebook e low to medium vehicle speed e smooth road surface e You can say O letter O for 0 zero 800 must be ken eight zero zero e fully closed windows Lai e Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing e Even though the system is designed for users speaking number combinations may not be supported in North American English French and Spanish ac cents the system may not always work for some e dry weather condition Far End Audio Performance Pr Audi lity i imi e When navigating through an automated system su
63. to take steps to protect your battery You may e Remove fuse 27 in the Intelligent Power Module labeled Ignition Off Draw IOD 1 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 Glove Box Light coeur 194 Grab Handle Light L002825W5W Overhead Console Reading Lights VT4976 Rear Cargo Light noes caasa eae aana 214 2 Visor Vanity Light seresa iana E V26377 Underpanel Courtesy Lights 906 Instrument Cluster General Illumination 103 Telltale Hazard Light 0 0 74 Available only from authorized dealers ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 Exterior Lights Bulb Type BULB REPLACEMENT Backup Lights ges dence ac a e al he COE CO e Pe ae nl 3157K Head Light Front Fog Lights deri eiere neriie iei 9145 Front Park Turn Light 3157K 1 Open the hood Front Side Marker 000000005 2825 2 Remove the headlamp cover Headlights Low Beam 9006 Headlights High Beam 9005 Rear License Plate Light 168
64. to the vehicle and firmly press hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button Repeat the press hold release sequence a second time and depending on the brand of the garage door opener or other rolling code equipped device repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons begin with Programming step two Do not repeat step one For questions or comments please contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Canadian Programming Gate Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or you are having difficulties programming a gate operator by using the Program ming procedures regardless of where you live replace Programming HomeLink step 3 with the following NOTE If programming a garage door opener or gate operator it is advised to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 3 Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your h
65. vehicle after the airbags have deployed If you are involved in another collision the airbags will not be in place to protect you 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ee WARNING Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING 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 or vehicle body structure Do not attempt to modify any part of your advanced airbag system The airbag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modi fications are made Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision Have the airbags seat belt pretensioner and seat belt retractor assem bly replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible Also have the Occupant Classification System serviced as well Enhanced Accident Response Feature advanced airbag system service If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way including removal or If the airbags deploy after an impact and the electrical loosening tightening of seat attachment bolts take the vehicle to your authorized dealer Only ma
66. vehicle is in motion Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing the vehicle Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed such as when diagnostic testing or for prolonged periods during very rough idling or malfunctioning operating conditions Maintenance Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic main tenance required 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING To determine the battery charge check the battery test indicator if equipped on top of the battery Refer to the Battery posts terminals and related accessories con illustration tain lead and lead compounds Always wash hands after handling the battery CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked 4 positive 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 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 YELLOW OR BRIGHT INDICATOR BATTERY CHARGE UNKN
67. 0 45 000 Kilometers 55 000 60 000 65 000 70 000 75 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if not X X X X X replaced at 3 months Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec X essary Drain and refill the front and rear axles X Inspect the brake linings X en SCHEDULE B 353 essary Miles 48 000 51 000 54 000 57 000 60 000 Kilometers 80 000 85 000 90 000 95000 100 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if not X X X X X replaced at 3 months Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec X Inspect the brake linings Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary gt Inspect drive belt replace if necessary Drain and refill the front and rear axles Drain and refill the transfer case fluid Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and replace filter XM lt gt lt gt lt gt lt gt lt Flush and replace engine coolant anti freeze gt x lt M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E 8 M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 354 SCHEDULE B ME Miles 63 000 66 000 69 000 72 000 75 000 Kilometers 105 000 110 000 115 000 120 000 125 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if not X X X X X replaced at 3 months Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if ne
68. 2 Fog Light Service 1 2 ee 338 Fog Lights 12223994304 CES ER 124 183 338 Folding ReariS at 233i er eas 109 Four Way Hazard Flasher 288 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ss 238 j M eee ne ere me eee ae ae a ere 268 Additives 4 205 eo haere bas ES Gee oe edes 270 Clean AIF a ss edere haue Ruban as 269 Filler Cap Gas Cap idees e b Res 272 en INDEX 379 Filler Door Gas Cap 00000 272 Filter i1e2i49meR RR Vx PE YS 305 Gasoline is eg ete wh ed otter xt 268 Gauge assu acu Sak ae a e a dag scr dre les 182 FLOSS sais av act desist i a deeds beds dog dbti hin 322 Requirements s siiniga niaan sees 268 341 Tank Capacity igne d pese eee ean 341 Fuel System Caution 273 FUSES nuces BAR Deae on Te teat e ado rds 328 Garage Door Opener Homelink9 150 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 272 297 Gasoline Clean Ait i22 uico RI eru RES 269 Gasoline Puel 2 ab ec be Rune ER ues 268 Gasoline Reformulated ls 269 Gauges Coolant Temperature 000 180 UCL COM EE 182 Speedom tef tic scien dieu ER Stew ae 176 Tachometer Gear Ranges General Information 00 005 23 268 Glass Cleaning ce 2 acne we ob Ree ee 9 tile te 328 Gross Axle Weight Rating 275 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 275 Hands Free Phone UConnect Hazard Warning Flasher 05 Head Restraints
69. 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se NOTE Regardless of the type of operation when a temperature knob is set to the full clockwise or full counterclockwise position the system will deliver full hot or full cold air out of the ducts respectively The operator can override the AUTO mode setting and select the direction of the air by rotating the right mode knob to one of the following positions When the Mode is set to any position other than AUTO the automatic control of air temperature is disabled The user must adjust the temperature knobs to obtain the desired tem perature e Defrost Sq Air is directed to the windshield through the outlets at the base of the windshield Air is also directed to the front door windows through the side window demister grilles Some airflow is delivered to the floor while in defrost so that comfort can be maintained NOTE The defrost mode is not automatically selected It must be manually selected when desired e Defrost Floor Qe Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets x and the outlets at the base of the windshield Air is also directed to the front door windows through the side window demister grilles Some air flow is delivered to the floor while in defrost so that comfort can be maintained e Floor up Air flows through the floor outlets located under the instrument panel and into the rear seating area through vents under the front seats Some airflow is delivered to
70. 2c72 Separating Transmitter Halves 2 Remove and replace the battery Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbing alcohol ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 3 To reassemble the transmitter case join the two halves of the case together Install and tighten the screw until snug Make sure there is an even gap between the two halves Test transmitter operation SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This system monitors the vehicle doors liftgate liftgate flipper glass and ignition for unauthorized operation When the alarm is activated the system provides both audible and visual signals The horn will sound repeat edly for three minutes and the headlights and taillights will flash for an additional 15 minutes To Set the Alarm The alarm will set when you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors and liftgate 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 located in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to signal that the system is arming During this 16 second pre arm period opening any door or the liftgate will cancel the arming If the system successfully arms the red light will flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarm is set A manual lock of the doors either with the door lock plunger loca
71. 5 SEEK Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection MUTE Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers MUTE will be displayed Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return Rotating the volume control turning the radio ON OFF or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers SCAN Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing LOAD EJECT Button CD Mode for CD Audio Play LOAD EJECT Load Press the LOAD EJECT button and the push amp button with the corresponding number where LOAD the CD is being loaded The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC After the radio displays LOAD DISC insert the CD into the player Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc is loading and READING DISC when the radio is reading the disc LOAD EJT Eject Press the LOAD EJT button and the push a button with the corresponding number where LOAD the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUME
72. 6 To Vary The Speed Setting 147 W Power Sunroof If Equipped 157 To Accelerate For Passing 147 Opening Sunroof Express 158 Driving Up Or Down Hills 148 Closing Sunroof Express 158 H Overhead Console 0 0000 149 Pinch Protect Feature 102 20 lt 40 52440 44 158 Courtesy Reading Lights 149 Pinch Protect Override swati 158 Sunglasses Storage 0 0 20 e ass 149 Venting Sunroof Express 158 Mi Garage Door Opener 0000 150 Sunshade Operation 000 159 Programming Homelink 151 Wind Buffeting cause cae ane ated ones d 159 Canadian Programming Gate Programming 154 Sunroof Maintenance 00 159 Using Homelink 2 22 ike ERE 155 Ignition Off Operation 0 159 en UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 Sunroof Fully Closed 040 159 Retractable Cargo Area Cover 164 B Power Outlet vies exa e ERE 160 Cargo Tie Down Hooks oa co aen 165 B Cup Holdets nacine RR ESO 162 Cargo Load Floor ise aves nad e oe ala is la Cargo Area Features esses E rera enn RS 1609 W Rear Window Features Cargo Light sss e e ems 163 Rear Window Wiper Washer 168 Rear Storage Compartment 163 78 UNDERSTANDING
73. 65 VISCOSIUY iae CS ee wl ad dU Y Ea s Mopat Parts sania a sbc bere nesaad doraa 299 369 Onboard Diagnostic System Multi Function Control Lever 120 Opener Garage Door HomeLink Outside Rearview Mirrors 0 New Vehicle Break In Period 69 Overhead Console c ese bey PER es Overheating Engine llle Occupant Restraints llle 32 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 384 INDEX ae Paint Care sau Edere UR Ro eoa uel Seer 324 Paint Damage 6 44 wk Y 324 Panic Alarm duwbaees e ex RR RR RR EE 22 Park Assist System Rear iilis 138 Parking Brake iux dace a oe pad des ER a 241 Passing Light 2 Lenta kk REIR RERO 125 Pedals Adjustable 0 00000 cue 144 li I Qe ae he eB ae ee oS eae 69 Pets Transporting sorisa rer irsta orsi eee 69 Phone Cellulat res si 64 94 eae ha RR pia bas 82 Phone Hands Free UConnect 82 Placard Tire and Loading Information 252 Polishing and Waxing 0 05 325 Power Distribution Center 0 0 00 330 Door LOCKS eea e xe oed ese Ss a 19 IMIIFEOES iur eue Rees Fes eee unb E a 80 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 160 Seats a ug d aeg ed PS PASTE PEORES 108 LCST oe clare entries aces a SENE Wa eg ates 246 310 SUNPOOL ise ci eee 9 o e y sees 157 WindOwSs 2 hess aha Saale OS e ad qu 29 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 41 Pretensioners Se
74. 7 Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Temperature Control The Infrared Dual Zone Climate Control System auto matically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and passenger This is accomplished by a dual sun sensor in the top of the instrument panel and an infrared sensor located in the face of the control unit There are also various sensors monitored by this system which take account for vehicle speed A C pressure outside temperature and engine cooling temperature The infrared sensor independently measures the surface temperature of the driver and passenger Based on the sensor input the system automatically adjusts the air flow temperature the air flow volume and amount of outside air recirculation This maintains a comfortable temperature even under changing conditions 8135020a Automatic Temperature Controls NOTE The number
75. 7 000 120 000 Kilometers 180 000 185 000 190 000 195 000 200 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if not replaced X X X X X at 3 months Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and re place filter Drain and refill the transfer case fluid Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze at 120 months if not replaced at 102 000 miles 170 000 km AM ES M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Inspection and service should also be performed anytimea This maintenance is not required if the belt was malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all receipts previously replaced This maintenance is recommended by the manufac turer to the owner but is not required to maintain emissions warranty M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 358 SCHEDULE A NENNEN Schedule A Miles 6 000 12 000 18 000 24 000 30 000 Kilometers 10 000 20 000 30 000 40 000 50 000 Months 6 12 18 24 30 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if X necessary Ins
76. 7 for more information 6 Airbag Warning Light This light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8 9 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light is not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as possible 7 Anti Lock Brake Warning Light This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti Lock brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the Ignition switch is turned to the ON position have the light inspected by an authorized dealer 8 Tachometer The red segments indicate the maximum permissible engine revolutions per minute r p m x 1000 for each gear range Before reaching the red area ease up on the accelerator 9 Security Alarm System Indicator Light If Equipped This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming
77. A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks With the engine at normal operating temperature but not running check the cooling system pressure cap for proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of coolant from the radiator drain cock If the cap is sealing properly the engine coolant antifreeze will begin to drain from the coolant recovery bottle DO NOT RE MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 Cooling System Drain Flush and Refill At the intervals shown on the appropriate Maintenance Schedule the system should be drained flushed and refilled If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals Properly dispose of old antifreeze solution Selection Of Coolant Use only the manufacturer s recommended coolant refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct coolant type CAUTION Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT en gine coolants may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protect
78. AND OPERATING 263 WARNING All tires should be replaced after six years regard less of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury Keep unmounted tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Protect tires from contact with oil grease and gasoline Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed see the paragraph on tread wear indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa tion placard for the size designation of your tire The service description and load identification will be found on the original equipment tire Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety han dling and ride of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your original equipment or an authorized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifi cations or capability 264 STARTING AND OPERATING Se WARNING CAUTION Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than Replacing original tires with tires of a different size that specified for your vehicle Some combina tions of unapproved
79. Automatic Although Manual Manual automatic User selectable User selectable Manual Air Temperature air delivery point Adjust Auto Lo or Hi can be control of air temperature outside or AIC on or off Control Temperature knobs to select selected a manually is disabled User must recirculated the desired temperature selected airflow level adjust temperature is reccommend for knobs to obtain the the optimum comfort desired temperature Full Manual Set blower knob to any desired Manual Manual Manual automatic User selectable User selectable Operation airflow level other than Hi or Lo Auto Set mode knob to any desired air delivery point other than Auto Adjust Temperature knobs to select the desired temperature control of air temperature is disabled User must adjust temperature knobs to obtain the desired temperature outside or recirculated AIC on or off Manual Air Temperature Control Operation When the Mode knob is set to any position other than Auto the Temperature knob operates in the non automatic comfort condition The numbers on the Temperature dial are no longer valid in this mode This mode allows the user to select any desired air temperature When the temperature knob is in full conterclockwise position the air temperature will be Cooler As the knob is rotated clockwise the temperature will increase gradually until the knob reaches the full clockwise position 817dd45b
80. Button Radio Mode Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the CD player Satellite Radio or Vehicle Entertainment System VES if equipped SEEK Button Radio Mode Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next listenable station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped mode Press the right side of the button to seek up and the left side to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selec tion Holding the button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it MUTE Button Radio Mode Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers MUTE will be displayed Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return Rotating the volume control turning the radio ON OFF or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers NOTE In Hands Free Phone if equipped mode the MUTE button mutes the microphone 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL M SCAN Button Radio Mode Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequencies pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next To stop the search press SCAN a second time MSG or INFO Button Radio Mode Press the MSG or INFO button for an RBDS station one with call letters displayed The radio will return a Radio Text message broa
81. Connect System Features Call continuation is progression of a phone call on UConnect system after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to off Call continuation functionality Language Selection To change the language that the UConnect system is available on the vehicle can be any one of three types nee EC e After ignition key is switched off a call can continue a a BHBOR RO Oceny on the UConnect system either until the call ends or e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the name of the language you wish to switch to the call on the UConnect system and transfer of the English Espanol or Francais if so equipped SEPA he mokis phone e Continue to follow the system prompts to complete After ignition key is switched to off a call can continue language selection on the UConnect system for certain duration after which the call is automatically transferred from the UConnect system to the mobile phone After selecting one of the languages all prompts and voice commands will be in that language NOTE After every UConnect language change op eration only the language specific 32 name phonebook is usable The paired phone name is not language specific and usable across all languages e An active call is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after ignition key is switched to off 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHIC
82. ENT PANEL 187 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 liftgate lock automatically when the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph 25 km h Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Auto Unlock On Exit Available Only When the AUTO DOOR LOCKS Feature is Turned On When this feature is selected all the vehicle s doors will unlock when the driver s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in P Park or N Neu tral position Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No 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 liftgate When REMOTE UNLOCK ALL DOORS is selected all of the doors and the liftgate will unlock at the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock button Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select DRIVER S DOOR 1ST or ALL DOORS Remote Linked To Memory Available with Memory Seat Only When this feature is selected the memory seat mirror and radio settings will return to the memory set position when the remote keyless en
83. F YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 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 Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver s door trim panel next to the power door lock switch A rotary knob selects the left mirror right mirror or off position After selecting a mirror move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position Power Mirror Switches ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Memory Seat Feature Refer to Driver Memory Seat in this section for details Lighted Vanity Mirrors If Equipped To access a lighted vanity mirror flip down one of the visors Lift the cover to reveal the mirror The light will turn on automatically Lighted Vanity Mirror 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se HANDS FREE COMMUNICATION UConnect
84. Features of the Electronic Ve hicle Information Center EVIC section or by following these steps 1 Press and hold the Unlock button for 4 to 10 seconds 2 While the Unlock button is pressed after 4 seconds press the Lock button Release both buttons The Flash Lights On Lock Unlock feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration If your Remote Keyless Entry transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 A weak battery in the transmitter The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery NOTE Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board 1 With the transmitter buttons facing down remove the small screw and separate the two halves of the transmit a ter Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal 8118
85. GS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key In Ignition Reminder If the driver s door is opened when the key is in the ignition and not turned to the ON position a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key CAUTION Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The Sentry Key Immobilizer System SKIM 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 SKIM 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 immediately 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 aft
86. H TURN STOP o TURN ELECTRIC GROUND Qu TI BRAKES 812634c6 7 Pin Connector Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip practice turning stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic Towing Tips Automatic Transmission The D range can be selected when towing However if frequent shifting occurs while in this range the 3 range should be selected NOTE Using the 3 range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces sive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation See Schedule B in section 8 of this manual for transmission fluid change intervals NOTE Check the automatic transmission fluid level before towing ee STARTING AND OPERATING 285 Towing Tips Electronic Speed Control If Equipped Don t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads When using the speed control if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Towing Tips Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over heating take the following actions City Dr
87. HEDULES CONTENTS ll Emission Control System Maintenance 346 Schedule B 22 ssdcsveeea pida ncn ees Bi Maintenance Schedules 00 0 346 Schedule A ccu eas wd Oe Sk Oe M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 346 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 t
88. IF EQUIPPED The Rear Park Assist System provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle when backing up Refer to the Warning Section and Note Section for limitations of this system and recommendations The Rear Park Assist System will remember the last system state enabled or disabled from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the RUN ON position The Rear Park Assist System can be active only when the shifter is in R Reverse If the Rear Park Assist System is enabled at this shifter position the system will be active until the vehicle speed is increased to approximately 11 mph 18 km h or above The system will be active again if the vehicle speed is decreased to speeds less than approximately 10 mph 16 km h Rear Park Assist Sensors The four Rear Park Assist Sensors located in the rear fascia monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors field of view The monitored area seems oval in shape The sensors can detect obstacles from approximately 11 8 inches 30 cm up to 59 inches 150 cm from the rear fascia in the horizontal direction depending on the location and orientation of the obstacle and the type of obstacle es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Rear Park Assist Warning Display The Rear Park Assist Warning Display located in the headliner near the flipper glass provides both visual and audible warnin
89. IN ING where X is Channel 1 2 or 3 Release both buttons after the EVIC display shows CHANNEL X TRAINED NOTE If the EVIC display shows DID NOT TRAIN repeat steps 2 4 5 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink button and observe the EVIC display If the EVIC display shows CHANNEL X TRANSMIT where X is Channel 1 2 or 3 programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and released NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons begin with Programming step two Do not repeat step one NOTE If your hand held transmitter appears to pro gram the universal transceiver but your garage door does not operate using the transmitter and your garage door opener was manufactured after 1995 your garage door opener may have a multiple security code system rolling code system Please proceed to steps 6 8 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most common garage door openers require this step 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M 6 At the garage door opener receiver motor head unit in the garage locate the learn or smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the learn or smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manu facturer NOTE There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight 8 Return
90. LE ME Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable e Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect system is operational you may reach the emergency number as follows e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Emergency and the UConnect system will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num ber This feature is only supported in the USA NOTE The emergency number dialed is based on the Country where the vehicle is purchased 911 for USA and Canada and 060 for Mexico The number dialed may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area The UConnect system does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly Your phone must be turned on and paired to the UCon nect system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect system Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Towing Assistance NOTE The Towing Assistance number dialed is based on the Country where the vehicle is purchased 1 800 528 2069 for USA 1 877 213 4525 for Canada 55 14 3454 for Mexico
91. NING 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 etc Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seating positions the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck Press the release button to release the anchorage and then move it up or down to the position that serves you best Adjusting Upper Shoulder Belt 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se As a guide if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position and if you are taller than average you ll prefer a higher position When you release the anchorage try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position 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 When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the rear center seating position 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 combina
92. NOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se To Release the Liftgate Flipper Glass Press the Flipper Glass Trunk Release button on the transmitter two times to release the flipper glass WARNING Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poi sonous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the flipper glass closed when you are operating the vehicle Using The Panic Alarm To turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF press and hold the PANIC button on the transmitter for at least one second and release When the panic alarm is on the headlights and park lights will flash the horn will pulse on and off and the interior lights will turn on The panic alarm will stay on for 3 minutes unless you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second time or if the vehicle speed is 15 mph 24 km h or greater NOTE Theinterior lights will turn off when the ignition is switched to the ACC or ON position after the panic alarm is activated However the exterior lights and horn will remain on NOTE When you turn off the panic alarm by pressing the PANIC button a second time you may have to be closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 To Turn Off Flash Lights On Lock Unlock NOTE If desired the Flash Lights On Lock Unlock feature can be turned on and off by referring to the Customer Programmable
93. NT PANEL ME Radio display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc Press and hold the LOAD EJT button for 5 seconds and all CDs will be ejected from the radio 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 after a 2 minute timeout If the CD is removed and there are no other CD s in the radio the radio will remain in CD mode and display INSERT DISC for 10 seconds If no discs are inserted within 10 seconds NO DISCS LOADED will be dis played On some vehicles a disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF TIME Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display RW FF CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press and hold FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner TUNE Control CD MODE for CD Audio Play Pressing the TUNE control allows the setting of the Tone Fade and Balance See Radio Mode AM FM Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Switches the Radio to the Radio mode es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 RND PTY Button Rand
94. OWN FLUID LEVEL LOW CHARGE MAY STILL BE SUFFICIENT TO START YOUR CAR 8000cbce ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer e Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants at the start of each warm season This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this flammable and can explode injuring you Other time unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail requiring costly repairs Refer to the Warranty Information Book for further warranty information The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to the system adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced repairman 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 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 Use only manufactu
95. 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 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE See 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 e Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for 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 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 Always run the climate control
96. R occupants and cargo MINUS Combined Occupant s Cargo Luggage and from Tire Placard weight Trailer Tongue Weight EXAMPLE 1 Occupant 1 200 Ibs 865 Ibs 195 Ibs Occupant 1 210 Ibs Occupant 2 180 Ibs Occupant 3 150 Ibs TOTAL WEIGHT 540 Ibs 540 Ibs 325 Ibs Occupant 1 200 Ibs Occupant 2 200 Ibs TOTAL WEIGHT 400 Ibs 865 Ibs 400 Ibs 465 Ibs 811a4d11 256 STARTING AND OPERATING Se WARNING WARNING Overloading of your tires is dangerous Overloading Do not exceed 55 mph 88 km h if the Tire Pressure can cause tire failure affect vehicle handling and Monitoring Telltale Light is illuminated Vehicle increase your stopping distance Use tires of the handling and braking may be reduced You could recommended load capacity for your vehicle Never have an accident and be severely or fatally injured overload them NOTE The run flat feature eliminates the need for a TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION spare tire or jack This vehicle is not equipped with either i a spare tire or jack Run Flat Tires This vehicle is equipped with run flat tires Although the tires are designed with a run flat feature that allows the vehicle to be driven about 50 miles 80 km at 55 mph 88 km h immediate service should be obtained ee STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Tire Pressure 1 Safety Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle
97. RES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Toggling Between 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 and hold 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 callis in progress and make a second phone call as described under Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress After the second call has established press and hold 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 momentarily press the Phone button Only the active call s will be terminated and if there is a call on hold it will become the new active call Redial e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Redial e The UConnect system will call the last number that was dialed on your cellular phone Note this may not be the last number dialed from the UConnect sys tem es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Call Continuation U
98. Rear Stop Tail Lights 3157K Rear Turn Tail Lights 2 0 3157 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 or refer to the applicable Service Manual 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M 3 Turn the low or high beam bulb 1 4 turn counter clockwise to remove from housing HIGH BEAM BULB LOW BEAM BULB TURY SIGNAL LB 81572590 4 Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 LOW BEAM Front Turn Signal HIGH BEAM BULB BULB 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the headlamp cover TU RA SIGNAL 81572590 4 Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the lo bulb 3 Turn the turn signal bulb 1 4 turn counter clockwise to remove from housing 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M CAUTION CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with r
99. SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE E INTRODUCTION 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE cece ccc hh mnn 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ccc ccc ccc cece cece c eee hh nnn Fs STARTING AND OPERATING seirrressseriverses t hs hn e WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2 ccc cree cree ccc cc o tn 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ccc cc cece c ee reece eee e cere ht i hn 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES cc ccc cece cece reece ehh hh hh hh nnn 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 2 2 cee ccc cece cece ccc hh hh mnn 10 INDEX 5 985 aki ea Res eine rte a tessa Ce Tos are V8 06 00 bine ta ie noise lw Sine rS Ec E E baie 8 0 be 99 rece INTRODUCTION CONTENTS I lode iosuiesiuaeudushkk ea eth 4 W Warnings And Cautions 6 Roll Over Warning 000050 4 Bl Vehicle Identification Number 7 Bl How To Use This Manual 6 Bl Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 4 INTRODUCTION M INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting a Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 and welcome to our worldwide family 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 shifting Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces Your driving skills will improve with experienc
100. STANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se 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 over 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 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 2 Credit card information 3 Your Vehicle Identification Number Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Num ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access with REC Radios Refer to the Navigation User s Manual for details on satellite radio operation ESN SID Access with RAQ 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
101. THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se MIRRORS Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror 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 next to the button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated x Automatic Dimming Mirror 817892c4 es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Driver s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with a driver s outside automatic dimming mirror it operates when the inside automatic dimming mirror is on This outside mirror operates off the inside mirror switch and will automati cally adjust for annoying headlight glare when the inside mirror does NOTE The passenger outside mirror does not have this dimming feature Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage The hinges have three detent positions full forward full rearward and normal Outside 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 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES O
102. TING YOUR VEHICLE See 3 The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to inflate 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 some collisions the airbags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belts even though you 5 If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be have airbags modified to accommodate a disabled person contact the Customer Center Phone numbers are provided under If You Need Assistance in Section 9 of this manual 4 If your vehicle has window bags do not lean against the door or window airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door Being too close to the steering wheel or instru ment panel during airbag deployment could cause serious injury Airbags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel If the vehicle has left and right side curtain airbags they also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following Occupant Restraint Control Module Airbag Warning Light Driver Airbag Passenger Airbag Side Curtain Airbags above Side Windows If Equipped Side Remote Accele
103. Vehicle identification number e Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone 800 465 2001 In Mexico contact Av Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma 1240 Sante Fe C P 05109 Mexico D F In Mexico 915 729 1248 or 729 1240 Outside Mexico 525 729 1248 or 729 1240 368 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE M Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDDITTY To assist customers who have hearing difficulties the manufacturer has installed special TDD Telecommuni cation Devices for the Deaf equipment at its Customer Center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex pected repairs after your manufacturer s new vehicle limited warranty expires The manufacturer stands be hind only the manufacturer s Service Contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s Service Contract you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about your service
104. YSTEM The Anti Lock Brake System ABS is designed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent lever Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move Ihe vehicle wheel lock up and help avoid skidding on slippery e m Do not leave children or animals inside parked ud vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and may cause serious injury or death type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer To release the parking brake pull up slightly press the center button then lower the lever completely WARNING Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before Significant over or under inflation of tires can lead driving Failure to do so can lead to brake failure to loss of braking effectiveness 244 STARTING AND OPERATING ME The Anti Lock Brake System conducts a low speed self test at about 12 mph 20 km h If you have your foot lightly on the brake while this test is occurring you may e The Anti Lock Brake System ABS cannot pre feel slight pedal movement The movement can be more vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the apparent on ice and snow This is normal vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering The Anti Lock Brake System pump m
105. a a e 311 Lumbar Support 0 106 Maintenance Free Battery 4 307 Maintenance Procedures 0 000000 ee 300 Maintenance Schedule LL 346 Schedule A 5 lauros acr BRAS ars wed es 358 Schedule B 11 2 i122224 2 RRLEG G3 349 Maintenance Schedules 0 0000085 346 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 176 298 Manual Service llle 370 Memory Feature Memory Seat 112 en INDEX 383 Memory S at e a erp aula ee aaa Bea als 112 Odometer esseid a ale aa onde ands ware Ea Soins Memory Seats and Radio 112 TED uaesree m ev xeu x tes Mini Trip Computer 0 0 eee eee 192 Oil Engine kessens aee ERE eed sare IMIEEOIS lt 2 was se mc RE Ur e IRR ARR eM 78 Capacity ute adepto ese e baa gaia e tous Automatic Dimming llle 78 ChangeJnteryal seiso sai e e s Electric Powered 1 0 cee iibri 80 Checking 2 2 m e ek tristi Electric Remote seietara aaea eee eee 80 Disposal sina 2d cis area ee doe gore gogets Exterior Folding 00 00 0000 0 79 Filtet ic opcs cm ERR ea ee ERU Heated gt dea sacre eee gg se ed ge s 80 Filter Disposal 22e peru ere esie eon PT m 79 Materials Added to 0 00000004 Vanity Jesu sau sea ewes eX aea 81 Pressure Warning Light Modifications Alterations Vehicle 8 Recommendation sn Monitor Tire Pressure System 2
106. a by a court with legal jurisdiction i e pursuant to a warrant A copy of the data will be 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se provided to the custodial entity upon request General data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases such as those maintained by the US govern ment and various states Data of a potentially sensitive nature such as would identify a particular driver ve hicle or crash will be treated confidentially Confidential data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corpora tion to any third party except when 1 Used for research purposes such as to match data with a particular crash record in an aggregate database provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter preserved 2 Used in defense of litigation DaimlerChrysler Corporation product involving a 3 Requested by police under a legal warrant 4 Otherwise required by law Data Parameters that May Be Recorded e Diagnostic trouble code s and warning lamp status for electronically controlled safety systems including the airbag system e Airbag disable lamp status if equipped e Time of airbag deployment in terms of ignition cycles and vehicle mileage e Airbag deployment level if applicable e Seatbelt status e Brake status service and parking brakes e Accelerator status including vehicle speed e Engine control status including e
107. about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance However if a malfunction of these items does occur it could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level in the SAFE range Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the bottom of the SAFE range will result in an oil level at the top of the SAFE range on these engines NOTE Fill engine oil one quart at a time Engine Oil Dipstick MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 301 8131ee6a 302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M CAUTION Overfilling or underfilling wil
108. aintain the desired path ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle When the actual path does not match the intended path ESP applies the brake of the appropri ate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition e Oversteer when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 e Understeer when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position ESP Electronic Stability Program cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ESP cannot prevent acci dents including those resulting from excessive The ESP TCS Indicator Light located in the instrument cluster starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes active The ESP TCS Indicator Light also flashes when TCS is active If the ESP TCS Indicator Light begins to flash during acceleration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydroplaning Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ESP equipped vehicle must never b
109. ake any modifications to the front passenger seat components assembly or to the seat cover 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se The following requirements must be strictly adhered to Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or components in any way Do not modify the front seat center console or center position seat in any way Do not use prior or future model year seat covers not designated for the specific model being repaired Al ways use the correct seat cover specified for the vehicle Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seat cover Do not add a secondary seat cover other than those approved by DaimlerChrysler Mopar e At no time should any supplemental restraint system SRS component or SRS related component or fas tener be modified or replaced with any part except those which are approved by DaimlerChrysler Mopar WARNING Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the front passenger seat assembly its related compo nents or seat cover may inadvertently change the airbag deployment in case of a frontal crash This could result in death or serious injury to the front seat passenger if the vehicle is involved in an acci dent A modified vehicle may not comply with required Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy when the Occupant Res
110. an be determined 19 Transmission Range Indicator This display indicator shows the automatic transmission gear selection 20 Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position 21 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the A Electronic Throttle Control system If a problem is detected the light will come on while the engine is running Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the gear selector is placed in the P Park position The light should turn off If the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable however see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the light is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is re quired and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing The light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on briefly as a bulb check If the light does not come on during starting have the system checked by an authorized dealer 22 Front Fog Light Indicator Light If Equipped O This light shows the front fog lights are ON 23 Voltage Warning Light This light monitors the electrical system voltage The light should turn on momentarily as the engine is started If the light stays on or turns on while driving it indicat
111. and held transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by HomeLink The EVIC display will show CHANNEL X TRAINED where X is Channel 1 2 or 3 Proceed with Programming step four to complete Using HomeLink To operate simply press and release the programmed HomeLink button Activation will now occur for the trained device ie garage door opener gate operator security system entry door lock home office lighting etc For convenience the hand held transmitter of the 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 Erasing HomeLink Buttons To erase programming from the three buttons individual buttons cannot be erased but can be reprogrammed note below follow the step noted e Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons and release only when the EVIC display shows CHAN NELS CLEARED after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink is now in the train or learning mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Pro gramming Step 2 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button Do NOT release the button 2 The EVIC display wi
112. ansmission in P Park 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 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 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 ee WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 291 WARNING e Never attempt to jump start a discharged battery that is frozen because it could rupture or explode during Jump starting can be dangerous To avoid personal jump starting injury or damage to electrical components in vehicle observe the following warnings e Be sure your vehicle is not touching the jump start vehicle e Observe all Battery Warnings i
113. ass and temperature display is the normal display When the C T button is pressed the compass temperature display returns Compass Temperature Button es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 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 accident and possible per sonal injury or property damage Compass Temperature Display 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss Trip Computer This feature located in the instrument cluster displays the following information when the display is in the Compass Temperature mode and the STEP button is pressed Step Button Press the STEP button to cycle through all of the Compass Mini Trip Computer displays Step Button es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Reset Button Press the RESET button to reset the display you are in Press and hold the RESET button for 2 seconds to reset all of the displays Reset Button Average Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset Distance To Empty Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank This is calibrated using the miles per gallon during the last driving period Trip A Shows the total distance travelled for trip A since the last reset Trip B Shows the total distance travelled for trip B since the
114. at Belts ue cab ye ated bee waves be eae 39 Programmable Electronic Features 151 156 186 Programming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 151 156 Radial Ply Tires 0 0 00 e eee eee 261 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 316 Radio Broadcast Signals 197 Radio Operation sas eu ineas draa ne ge 198 221 Radio Satellite sa ceceg eittie neteisi 213 216 Radio Sound Systems 000 198 Rain Sensitive Wiper System 128 Rear Cup Older i2 ss eres brace Soh nae Wave 162 Rear Liftgate 2o aco e o e be nre 16 en INDEX 385 Rear Park Assist System 0 138 Rear Seat Folding srities ienris nn 109 Rear Window Features 000005 168 Rear Wiper Washer isses ees 168 Reclining Front Seats iiis 106 Recorder Event Data 0 000 iidr 57 Recreational Towing sews coerencia misss 285 Remgerant nescewme ue d E E EN A 310 Reminder Lights On 00000 124 Reminder Seat Belt 0 00000008 39 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 219 Replacement Bulbs 00 00 0005 334 Replacement Tires iaa aaa ae he Res 263 Reporting Safety Defects 04 369 Restraints Child esa kneri Ersa 59 Restraints Occupant dssdo new oie nats 32 Retractable Cargo Area Cover 164 Rocking Vehicle When St
115. at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers NOTE Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are considered normal and does not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steering pump may make noise for a short period of time This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal and does not in any way damage the steering system WARNING Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others Service should be obtained as soon as possible CAUTION Prolong operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and should be avoided when possible Damage to the power steering pump may occur STARTING AND OPERATING 247 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings SERVICE MAXIMUM DESCRIPTION LOAD MAXIMUM SIZE DESIGNATION PRESSURE TREADWEAR U S DOT 4 TRACTION SAFETY 8 2 AND STANDARDS T MN TEMPERATURE CODE QI GRADES TIN 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 248 STARTING AND OPERATING Se European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards Tires designed to th
116. ay 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 ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 299 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 ignition key or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I M station b The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD system is ready and you can proceed to the I M station If your OBD system is not ready you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or rep
117. belt or a lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap Latch Plate ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click a E Tee us A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not D protect you properly The lap portion could ride too high on your body possibly causing internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous Your body could strike the inside 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 Latch Plate To Buckle A shoulder belt placed behind will not protect you fro
118. c X essary Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X nn SCHEDULE B 355 Miles 78 000 81 000 84 000 87 000 90 000 Kilometers 130 000 135 000 140 000 145 000 150 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if not X X X X X replaced at 3 months Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec X essary Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary gt X Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X M A N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E 8 M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 356 SCHEDULE B ME Miles 93 000 96 000 99 000 102 000 105 000 Kilometers 155 000 160 000 165 000 170 000 175 000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if not X X X X X replaced at 3 months Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec X essary Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze if X not done at 60 months ee SCHEDULE B 357 Miles 108 000 111 000 114 000 11
119. ch Aaa a UO as voice mail or when sending a page at the end of e low to medium blower setting speaking the digit string make sure to say send s low to medium vehicle speed e Storing names in phonebook when vehicle is not in a e low road noise motion is recommended ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 e smooth road surface e fully closed windows and e dry weather condition e Operation from driver seat e Performance such as audio clarity echo and loud ness to a large degree rely on the phone and network and not the UConnect system e Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in vehicle audio volume Bluetooth Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to occasionally lose connection to the UConnect system When this hap pens the connection can generally be re established by switching the phone off on Your cell phone is recom mended to remain in Bluetooth on mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either ON or ACC position or after a reset you must wait at least five 5 seconds prior to using the system 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Tree Main Menu Towing English Redial Assistance Emergency Espanol Phonebook Francais Last See Enter Number The 32 name language Phonebook See Setup Number on Phone specific phonebook will be Flowchart Flowchart is redialed used The p
120. competent mechanic M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E 8 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ll Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your lll Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 369 Vehicle ud dicte o each ete are US gedsis 366 Mi Mopar Pars 369 Prepare For The Appointment 4452 xr 366 Bl Reporting Safety Defects 0 0 369 Prepare EISE ad v 9d doe ees 366 lvCandd amp fend dq 256 840 RGILLillifcl 369 DO Reasondple WUA REQHOSEI ence rE 966 Bl Publication Order Forms 370 MB If You Need Assistance 000005 366 366 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE M SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you re having warranty work done be sure to have the right papers with you Take your warranty folder All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty discuss additional charges with the service manager Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle s service history This can often provide a clue to the current problem Prepare A List Make a written list of your vehicle s problems or the specific work you want done 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
121. con trols RESUME ON OFF ACCEL CANCEL SET DECEL 816025ab To Activate Press the ON OFF button to turn the system ON To turn the system OFF press the ON OFF button again The system should be turned OFF when not in use The CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the system is ON 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 to turn the system OFF or turning off the ignition erases the memory es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed press and release the RES ACCEL button Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph 40 km h To Vary the Speed Setting When the Speed Control is ON speed can be increased by pressing and holding the RES ACCEL button When the button is released a new set speed will be estab lished Tapping the RES ACCEL button once will result in a 1 mph 2 km h speed increase Each time the button is tapped speed increases so tapping the button three times will increase speed by 3 mph 5 km h etc To decrease speed while Speed Control is ON and SET press and hold the DECEL button R
122. conds 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 fasten the driver or front passenger 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 or front passenger 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 The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be reacti vated by repeating this procedure NOTE Although the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert has been deactivated the Seat Belt Warning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver or front passenger seat belt remains unfastened ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mothe
123. cs 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 ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 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 SKIM indicator light will begin to flash Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the second key 4 Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds After 10 seconds a single chime will soun
124. ct able steering response Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar 811ad0d0 Tire Placard Location The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month Use a good quality pocket type gauge to ee STARTING AND OPERATING 259 check tire pressure Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated CAUTION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al ways reinstall the valve stem cap if equipped This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the valve stem Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 km after a 3 hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure molded into the tire side wall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per
125. d 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 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message After fuel is added the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged A loose fuel filler cap message will be displayed in the instrument cluster Tighten the gas 298 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M cap until a clicking sound is heard This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off If the problem persists the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started This might indicate a damaged cap If the problem is detected twice in a row the system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle s emissions control system Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration For states which have an I M Inspection and B 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 m
126. d The SKIM 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 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation 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 DOORS AND DOOR LOCKS 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 WARNING For personal security and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock and lock your vehicle Do not leave child
127. d 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 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Mi Instrument Panel And Interior Controls 174 Mi Instrument Cluster 0000000 175 B Instrument Cluster Description 176 Bl Electronic Vehicle Information Center 183 Customer Programmable Features 186 Compass Temperature Trip Computer 190 Trip Computer uscmk re RE RT RE 192 Bl Radio General Information 197 Radio Broadcast Signals 197 Two Types Of Signals Electrical Disturbances AM Reception 0 000000 cece eee EM Reception 6 4534 424604 98444008 pes 198 lll Sales Code RAQ AM FM CD 6 Disc Radio With Optional Satellite Radio Hands Free Phone And Vehicle Entertainment Systems VES Capabilities lt a4 224304 oes eR ER EE fed 198 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 198 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Ss Operation Instructions H Satellite Radio If Equipped 216 OH Mage Fe CD NOUO Eley iost E nes aes System Activation espis insa eua pie aae 216 Load Eject Button Spr gs Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identifica
128. dcast from an FM station FM mode only Time Button Press the time button and the time of day will be displayed for 5 seconds Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the time button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune Audio control 3 After the hours are adjusted press the right side Tune Audio control to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune Audio control 5 To exit press any button knob or wait 5 seconds RW FF Radio Mode Pressing the rewind fast forward button causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in either AM FM or Satel lite if equipped frequencies TUNE Control Radio Mode Turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increase or counter clockwise to decrease the frequency es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 AM EM Button Radio Mode Press the button to select AM or FM Modes Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones Press the rotary TUNE control a second time and MID will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Mid Range tones Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase
129. defrost while in floor mode so that comfort can be maintained e Bi Level 422 Air flows both through the outlets located in the instrument panel and those located on the floor Air flows through the registers in the back of the center console and under the front seats to the rear seat passengers These registers can be closed to block airflow The center console outlets deliver conditioned air while the floor outlets deliver heated air e Panel gt gt Air flows through the outlets located in the in strument panel Air flows through the registers in the back of the center console to the rear seat passen gers These registers can be closed to block airflow Depress this button to turn on and off the air conditioning during manual operation only Con ditioned outside air is then directed through the outlets selected on the mode control dial The button includes an LED that illuminates when manual operation is selected NOTE To manually control the air conditioning the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated side mirrors if equipped An LED in the button will illuminate indicat ing that the rear window defroster is ON The defroster automatically turns off after approximately 10 minutes of operation for the first push of the button and will turn off after approximately 5 minutes for the seco
130. der area before removing the cap Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the FULL mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking in the system Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require ments described on the brake fluid reservoir With disc brakes fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid Wf type 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING e Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire Use of a brake fluid that has a lower initial boiling point than the recommended MOPAR DOT 3 product or a brake fluid that is unidentified as to FMVSS specification may result in sudden brake failure during hard prolonged braking You could have an accident Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture CAUTION Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid all brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure Fuel System Hoses Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are designed with hoses and quick co
131. dimmer range Rotating the control to the second detent above the dimmer range turns the interior lights on Rotating the control to the Off extreme bottom position disables all the interior lights even when the doors and liftgate are open While in the Off position the instrument panel lighting is at the lowest light level and may not be suitable for night driving 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Daytime Running Lights Canada Only The high beam headlights come on at a low intensity level whenever the engine is running and the transmis sion in not in the P Park position The lights remain on until the ignition switch is turned OFF or the parking brake is engaged The headlight switch must be used for normal night time driving Lights On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned OFF a chime will sound when the driver s door is opened Fog Lights If Equipped The fog light switch is located in the multi function control lever To activate the fog lights turn on the park turn lights low beam headlights or Auto headlights and pull out the end of the multi function control lever A light in the instrument cluster shows when the fog lights are on NOTE Turning on the high beam headlights turns off the fog lights A front fog light is a lighting device providing illumina tion forward of the vehicle under conditions of fog rain snow
132. e Always observe federal state provincial and local laws wherever you drive 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 and the narrower track if this vehicle 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 A WARNING HIGHER ROLLOVER RISK See Owner s Manual For Further Information 80bfe0f0 Roll Over Warning Label INTRODUCTION 5 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 pr
133. e Procedures in Section 7 of this manual for proper coolant selection Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter months is not recommended because it may cause window fogging NOTE Refer to the Operating Tips chart for Manual A C Control in this section for suggested control set tings in different weather conditions es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air condi tioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of com pressor damage when the system is started again Window Fogging Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost and turning on the high blower The Defrost Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating If side window fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but rainy or humid weather NOTE Recirculate without A C should not be used for long periods as fogging may occur Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they enter the plenum they could plug the
134. e UConnect system will then prompt you to begin the cellular phone pairing process on your cellular phone Before attempting to pair phone please see your cellular phone s user manual Bluetooth section 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 being the highest priority You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect system However at any given time only one cellular phone can be in use connected to your UConnect System The priority allows the UConnect system to know which cellular phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time For example if priority 3 and priority 5 phones are present 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 refer to Advanced Phone Connectivity Dial by Saying a Number Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Dial System will prompt you to say the number you want call For example you can say 234 567 8901 The phone number that you enter must be of valid length and combination The UConnec
135. e conditions are present and the Recirc button is pressed the indicator will flash and remain off This tells you that you are unable to go into recirculation mode at this time If you would like to go to Recirculation mode you must first move your mode knob to panel panel floor or floor then hit the Recirc button This feature will reduce the possibility of window fogging Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic Mode Preferred Automatic with Manual Air Temperature Control and Manual This means the customer can over ride the blower mode and disable automatic temperature control completely NOTE Please read the Automatic Temperature Control Operation Chart below for details Automatic Temperature Control Operation en UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 The System will Mode Air Temperature Air Recirculation AIC Operation How Blower Control Control Control Control Operation Full Automatic Set blower knob to either Automatic Automatic Automatic Automatic but can Automatic Operation Hi or Lo Auto Set temperature be overridden knobs for Comfort Blower Preferred Set blower knob to any User selectable Automatic Automatic Automatic but can Automatic Automatic desired airflow level other to any speed be overridden than Hi or Lo Auto Set temperature knobs for Comfort Mode Preferred and Set mode knob to any desired
136. e ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children It is recommended that before installing the child restraint buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with and never leave your child unattended in the 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 you are installing LATCH compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seating positions you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehicle s seat belt for the outboard position but you must use the vehicle s seat belt at the center position If your child restraints are not LATCH compatible you can only install the child restraints using the veh
137. e exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopar dize the user s safety or the safety of others 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M The ESP system has 2 available operating modes Switch This will restore the normal ESP On mode of On operation This is the normal operating mode for ESP Whenever the vehicle is started the ESP system will be in this mode This mode should be used for most all driving situations ESP should only be turned to Partial Off for specific reasons as noted below Partial Off This mode is entered by momentarily depressing the ESP Control Switch When in Partial Off mode the TCS portion of ESP except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section has been disabled and the ESP TCS Indicator Light will be illuminated All other stability features of ESP function normally This mode is ESP Control Switch intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow sand or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESP would normally allow is required to gain traction To turn ESP on again momentarily depress the ESP Control es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 NOTE To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with snow chains or starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch to the ESP Partial Off mode by pressing the ESP switch Once the situation requiring ESP to be switched to
138. e is selected your door locks will lock automatically if the vehicle speed is above 15 mph 24 km h and all doors are closed It will reset whenever a door is opened This feature is selectable and can be turned on or off Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Section 4 of this manual or see your authorized dealer 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Automatic Unlock on Exit Feature Only Available if Auto Lock is Enabled This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped and in P Park or N Neutral Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Section 4 of this manual or see your authorized dealer REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors liftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances up to about 23 feet 7 meters using a hand held radio trans mitter The transmitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system NOTE If the key is in the ignition switch then all buttons on that transmitter will be disabled The buttons on the remaining transmitters will work If the vehicle is shifted out of P Park all the transmitter buttons are disabled for all keys 8159413b Four Button Transmitter ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 To Unlock the Doors Press and release the Unlock button
139. e it will reverse direction and then stop Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to close the window Any impact due to rough road condi tions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto closure If this happens pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close the window manually E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING There is no anti pinch protection when the window is almost closed Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing Resetting the Auto Up Feature Should the Auto Up feature stop working the window probably needs to be reset To reset Auto Up Pull the window switch up and close the window com pletely then pull and hold the switch for 1 second Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors To disable the window controls on the other doors press the window lockout button To enable the window controls press the window lockout button again Power Window Lock 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 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occur
140. e transmission in the P Park position Set the display to Compass Temperature Press and hold the C T button for ap proximately 5 seconds to change the display to compass variance mode holding the button for an additional 5 seconds will flash the CAL symbol indicating compass calibration mode When the CAL indicator is flashing complete one or more 360 degree turns under 5 mph 8 km h in an area free from large metal objects or power lines The CAL indicator will turn off and the compass will function normally Compass Temperature Button 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north In some areas of the country KI the difference between magnetic and geographic north is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings If this occurs the compass variance must be set according to the Compass Variance Map COMPASS VARIANCE MAP 2000cbab es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 To set the variance Turn the ignition ON and set the display to Compass Temperature Press the C T but ton approximately 5 seconds The last variance zone number will be displayed Press and hold the STEP button for 1 second to select the new variance zone and press the RESET button to resume normal operation RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast Signals Your new radio will provide excellent reception under most ope
141. e your local authorized dealer To Activate 1 Select Auto Headlamp Low High Beams Low High Beam Refer to EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Section 4 of this manual 2 Turn the end of the multi function control lever to the A Auto headlight position NOTE This system will not activate until the vehicle is at or above 20 mph 32 km h ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 To Deactivate 1 Pull back on the muti function control lever to manu ally deactivate the system normal operation of high beams 2 Pull back on the multi function control lever once again to re activate the system NOTE Broken muddy or obstructed headlights and taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to remain on longer closer to the vehicle Also dirt film and other obstructions sticker toll box etc on the windshield or camera lens will cause the system to function improperly Instrument Panel and Interior Lights When the multi function control lever is in the parklight headlight or A Auto position if equipped rotating the center portion of the lever up and down will increase and decrease the brightness dimmer control of the instru ment panel lights Full daytime brightness on all elec tronic displays odometer overhead console radio and Automatic Climate Control if equipped is obtained by rotating the center portion of the control to the first detent above the
142. eached while Autostick is engaged e Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when Autostick is engaged 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 242 STARTING AND OPERATING Se NOTE The instrument cluster Brake Warning Light Before leaving the vehicle parked on a hill you must indicates only that the parking brake is applied It does make sure the parking brake is fully applied and place not indicate the degree of brake application 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 The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle Parking Brake ee STARTING AND OPERATING 243 NOTE Parking brake adjustment and maintenance should be performed by your authorized dealer 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 ANTI LOCK BRAKE S
143. eating position WARNING The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle with the rear seatbacks in the locked up or folded down position should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion They could be seriously injured in an accident Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system Storage Rear Seat Armrest If Equipped The rear seat may be equipped with a center storage armrest Rear Seat Armrest 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Press the latch and lift the top of the armrest to access the DRIVER MEMORY SEAT IF EQUIPPED storage bin Once programmed the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver s door panel can be used to recall the driver s seat driver s outside mirror adjustable brake and accelerator pedals and radio station preset settings Your Remote Keyless Entry transmitters can also be programmed to recall the same positions when the Unlock button is pressed Armrest Storage Bin Driver Memory Switches es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Your vehicle may have been delivered with two Remote Keyless Entry transmitters One or both transmitters can be linked to either memory position The memory system can accommodate up to four transmitters each one linked to either of the two memory positions Setting Memory Positions and Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter to Memory NOTE Each time the SET S button and a n
144. ect 30 60 90 or OFF Auto Headlamp Low High Beams Available with SmartBeam Only When this feature is selected and the headlight switch has been moved to the A Auto position the headlights will automatically switch from high to low beams when approaching a vehicle Pressing the STEP button when in es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 this display will select Low Beam or Low High Beam Refer to Lights SmartBeams in Section 3 of this manual NOTE System will activate at or above 20 mph 32 km h Headlamps On With Wipers Available with Auto Headlights Only When this feature is selected and the headlight switch has at least once been moved to the A Auto position the headlights will turn on when the wipers are turned on The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on in this way Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No NOTE Turning the headlights on during the daytime causes the instrument panel lights to dim To increase the brightness refer to Lights in Section 3 of this manual Front Wipers Rain Sense Available with Rain Sensing Wipers Only Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Manual or Rain Sense Service Interval When this feature is selected a service interval between 2 000 3 200 km and 6 000 miles 10 000 km in 500 mile 800 km increments may be selec
145. ective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes are e Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation Stone and gravel impact Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Washing e Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using Mopar Car Wash or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water e If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle use Mopar Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover to remove e Use Mopar Cleaner Wax to remove road film stains and to protect your paint finish Take care never to scratch the paint e Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M e If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or CAUTION similar cause which destroys the paint and protective Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible such as steel wool or scouring powder which will The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil scratch metal and painted surfaces ity of the owner e Aluminum wheels should be cleaned regularly with a Special Care mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil use Mopar Wheel Cleaner or select a nonabrasive non acidic cleaner Do not use scouring pads
146. ed trailer brake controller is brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system an electronic brake controller is not required WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hy draulic brake lines It can overload your brake sys tem and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis tance When towing you should allow for additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you Failure to do so could result in an accident Towing Requirements Trailer Lights amp Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector STARTING AND OPERATING 283 NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations RIGHT STOA TURN mie FEMALE STOPITURN 1 PINS PARK M o MALE PIN 813262be 4 Pin Connector 284 STARTING AND OPERATING RUNNING BATTERY LAMPS BACKUP LAMPS LH STOP R
147. elease 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 to the set speed NOTE When driving uphill at elevations above 2 000 feet 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 25 mph 40 km h the Speed Control will automatically disengage If this happens you can push down on the accelerator pedal to maintain the desired speed 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING WARNING Leaving the Speed Control ON when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or To help keep your vehicle under control do not use Speed Control under these conditions cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you aren t using it e When it is not possible to keep your vehicle at a set speed Driving Up or Down Hills e On slippery roads such as on snow or ice When going up or down hills it is possible for your e In heavy or varying traffic volume in traffic that varies vehicle to lose or gain speed even though the Speed in speed or on winding roads Control is engaged The automatic transmission may also downshift to a lower gear to maintain speed going up or down
148. em if on and will ask if you would like to answer the call To reject the call press and hold 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 you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your cell phone Press the Phone button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call NOTE The UConnect system compatible phones in market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress Therefore the user can only either answer an incoming call or ignore it 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 To go back to the first call refer to Toggling Between Calls To combine two calls refer to Conference Call Place Retrieve 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 and hold the Phone button until you hear a single beep 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATU
149. em is automatic Pressing this button while in AUTO mode will cause the LED to flash three times and remain off This indicates that the system is in AUTO and requesting the air conditioning is not necessary The system will automatically control recircu lation However pressing this button will tem porarily put the system in recirculation mode This can be used when outside conditions such as smoke odors dust or high humidity are present This will cause the LED to illuminate 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se NOTE The surface of the climate control panel and the top center of the instrument panel should be kept free of debris due to the climate control sensor s location Mud on the windshield may also cause poor operation of this system To provide you with maximum comfort in the auto matic mode during cold start ups the blower fan will remain off until the engine warms up However the fan will engage immediately if the defrost mode is selected or if you manually select a blower speed Under certain conditions after the vehicle is turned off the climate control system may recalibrate and a noise may be heard for 20 seconds This is part of normal operation Most of the time when in Automatic operation you can temporarily put the system into recirculation mode by pressing the Recirc button However under certain conditions in automatic the system is blowing air out of the defrost vents When thes
150. emove the fuel cap gas cap slowly to prevent A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a 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 that may increase while you drive This pressure can result TRAILER TOWING in a spray of gasoline and or vapors when the cap portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle Before towing a trailer carefully re view this information to tow your load as efficiently and Never have any smoking materials lit in or near safely as possible the vehicle when the fuel cap is removed or the tank filled To maintain warranty coverage follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning ve hicles used for trailer towing is removed from a hot vehicle Removing the cap slowly allows the pressure to vent and prevents fuel spray Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running ee STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo a
151. en trailering e Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles 805 km of vehicle operation Doing so may damage your vehicle e During the first 500 miles 805 km of trailer towing limit your speed to 50 mph 80 km h Perform the maintenance listed in Section 8 of this manual When towing a trailer never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings cargo that is not fully secured dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control You could lose control of your vehicle and have an accident e When hauling cargo or towing a trailer do not over load your vehicle or trailer Overloading can cause a loss of control poor performance or damage to brakes axle engine transmission steering suspension chas sis structure or tires E STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade When parking apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle Put the tow vehicle in P Park Always block or chock the trailer wheels GCWR must not be exceeded Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded 1 GVWR 2 GTW 3 GAWR 4 Tongue weight rating for the tra
152. epared 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 M NOTE After you read the manual it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained technicians and genuine Mopar parts and is interested in your satisfaction WARNING Engine exhaust some of its 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 WARNINGS AND
153. er 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 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se If the SKIM indicator light comes on during normal vehicle operation it has been running for longer than 10 seconds a fault has been detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible NOTE e The Sentry 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 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 electroni
154. erate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACCESSORY position Power Window Switches The power window switches remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ME Auto Down Both the driver and front passenger window switch has an Auto Down feature Press the window switch past the first detent release and the window will go down automatically To cancel the Auto Down movement operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch To stop the window from going all the way down during the auto down operation pull up on the switch briefly To open the window part way press to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop The power window switches remain active for 10 min utes after the ignition has been turned off Opening either front door will cancel this feature Auto Up Feature with Anti Pinch Protection Driver s and Front Passenger Door Only Lift the window switch to the second detent release and the window will go up automatically To stop the window from going all the way up during the auto up operation push down on the switch briefly To close the window part way lift the window switch to the first detent and release when you want the window to stop NOTE If the window runs into any obstacle during the auto closur
155. ering 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 are possible based on collision severity and occupant 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 front airbag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of the airbag The passenger front airbag gas is vented through the 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 categories based on the measurements made by the seat weight sensors The OCM communicates with the Occupant Restraint Con trol ORC Module The ORC uses the occupant cat egory to determine whether the front passenger airbag should be turned off It also determines the rate of airbag inflation during a collision en THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 e Your vehicle has four Weight Sensors loca
156. es a problem with the charging system Immediate service should be obtained 24 Low Fuel Warning Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 3 U S Gallons 8 7 Liters 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 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The electronic vehicle information center EVIC located in the instrument cluster when the appropriate condi tions exist will display the following messages and symbols Some of the messages are accompanied by a chime e TURN SIGNAL ON PERFORM SERVICE KEY NOT PROGRAMMED DAMAGED KEY KEY NOT PROGRAMMED INVALID KEY KEY NOT PROGRAMMED EXCEEDED KEY PRO GRAM LIMIT PROGRAMMING ACTIVE NEW KEY PRO GRAMMED SERVICE SECURITY KEY INVALID KEY TRY ALTERNATE KEY DRIVER PASSENGER DOOR OPEN with graphic LEFT RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN with graphic X DOORS OPEN with graphic LIFTGATE OPEN with graphic LIFTGATE DOOR OPEN with graphic 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME LIFTGATE DOORS OPEN with graphic LIFTGLASS OPEN with graphic HOOD OPEN with graphic HOOD DOOR OPEN with graphic HOOD DOORS OPEN with graphic LIFTGATE HOOD OPEN with graphic HOOD GLASS DOOR OPEN with
157. exhaust manifold Inspect hose routing to be sure hoses do not come in contact with any heat source or moving component which may cause heat damage or mechanical wear Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present Components should be replaced immediately if there is any evidence of wear or damage that could cause failure Brake System In order to assure brake system performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Suggested service intervals can be found on the appro priate Maintenance Schedule Refer to Section 8 of this manual 320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage You wouldn t have your full braking capacity in an emergency Brake And Power Steering Hoses When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage Hard and brittle rubber cracking tears cuts abrasion and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber Particular attention should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust ma
158. f change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift it applies the appropriate brake and may reduce engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur ERM will only intervene during very severe or evasive driving maneu vers ERM can only reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring during severe or evasive driving maneuvers It cannot prevent wheel lift due to other factors such as road conditions leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING Many factors such as vehicle loading road condi tions and driving conditions influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur ERM cannot prevent all wheel lift or roll overs especially those that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ERM equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopar dize the user s safety or the safety of others ESP Electronic Stability Program This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESP cor rects for over under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter acting the over under steer condition Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle m
159. 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 anchorages Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars pushing aside the seat cover material Then locate the tether anchorage 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 Finally tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat removing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer s instruc tions E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 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
160. g Lights 124 Dealer Service xus arse Peg Rer eg 300 Defroster Windshield 71 226 Diagnostic System Onboard 297 Dimmer Switch Headlight 125 Dipsticks Power Steennp 2 2 ef 16s2 ke ra 310 en INDEX 377 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 317 Door bocks eec BGS bee ERS 16 Door Locks Automatic 000008 19 Door Opener Garage 2 6 0 150 oo p nedarbi aoa eee de ne cad Se Maes 16 Drive Belts rereset eri cee ee ee 304 DVD Player Video Entertainment System 214 Electric Remote Mirrors 004 80 Electrical Outlet Auxiliary Power Outlet 160 Electronic Brake Control System 130 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 146 Electronic Stability Program ESP 134 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Emergency In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck 238 Hazard Warning Flasher 181 183 Jump Starting ick ee dae Eee ee a 289 Emission Control System Maintenance 298 346 Engine Air Cleaner ux ogee ae FH EE AS iw ORO 305 Air Cleaner Filter 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 000000 305 Break In Recommendations 69 Checking Oil Level 00000 301 Coolant Antifreeze 00 ee eee 314 COGE ox oae esu d o ate et 314 Exhaust Gas Caution 0005 70271 Fai
161. g loaded The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC After the radio displays LOAD DISC insert the CD into the player Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc is loading LOAD LOAD EJECT Eject Press the LOAD EJECT button and the push 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 DISC when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc LOAD 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 after a 2 minute timeout If the CD is removed and there are no other CD s in the radio the radio will remain in CD mode and display INSERT DISC for 2 minutes After 2 minutes the radio will go to the previous tuner mode ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 MSG or INFO Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Press and MSG or INFO button while playing MP3 disc The radio scrolls through the following TAG information Song Title Artist File Name and Folder Name if avail able Press the MSG or INFO button once more to return to elapsed time priority mode Press and hold the MSG or INFO button while in the message display priority mode or elapsed ti
162. g the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc Windshield Washers Front and Rear On vehicles equipped with a Electronic Vehicle Informa tion Center EVIC the low washer fluid level will be indicated When the sensor detects a low fluid level the windshield will light on the vehicle graphic outline and the Washer Fluid Low message will be displayed Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center in Section 4 of this manual 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 antifreeze coolant and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
163. ge The entire set should be replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug Malfunctioning spark plugs can damage the cata lytic converter For proper type of replacement spark plugs refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label in the engine compartment Engine Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions replace the air filter at the intervals shown on 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 maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Fuel Filter A plugged fuel filter can cause stalling limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting Wf Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank filter replacement may be necessary See your local dealer for service 306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel CAUTION only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your catalyst as an emission control device vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In Under normal operating conditi
164. graphic HOOD GLASS DOORS OPEN with graphic HOOD GATE DOOR OPEN with graphic HOOD GATE DOORS OPEN with graphic LIFTGLASS DOOR OPEN with graphic LIFTGLASS DOORS OPEN with graphic LIFTGLASS HOOD OPEN with graphic ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 WASHER FLUID LOW with graphic e MEMORY 2 POSITIONS SET UPSHIFT with graphic e MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED SEATBELT FAS e CHECK GAUGES TENED with graphic AUTO HIGHBEAM ON T SYSTEM DISABLED VEHICLE NOT IN AUTO HIGHBEAM OFF e DRIVER 1 MEMORY m PARK ASSIST DISABLED e DRIVER 2 MEMORY SERVIE B TARK eM e PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED CRUISE CONTROL e TRANSMISSION OVER TEMP SET e LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL e PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED SHIFTER IN RE VERSE e WARNING LIMIT SPEED e CHECK GAS CAP e ESP OFF e MEMORY 1 POSITIONS SET e SERVICE TIRE PRESS SYSTEM e LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE e RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME e LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE Language e RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE When in this display you may select one of three languages for all display nomenclature including the trip computer Customer Programmable Features functions Press the STEP button while in this display selects Press the MENU button until one of the display choices English Espanol or Francais As you continue the displayed following appears information will be shown in the selected language Menu Button Step Button es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUM
165. gs to indicate the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle UT aa E Rear Park Assist Display When the ignition is changed to the RUN ON position the warning display will turn ON all of its LEDs for about 1 second Each side of the warning display has 6 yellow and 2 red LEDs The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the red LED is ON When the obstacle is detected at a distance of about 59 inches 150 cm from the rear fascia the outermost LEDs of the warning display will be ON with increased bright ness Along with the LED a half second tone will occur As the distance of the detected obstacle to the rear fascia decreases more LEDs are illuminated When the warning display has the first 5 yellow LEDs ON the warning display will actuate an intermittent tone for about 10 seconds The radio will be muted while the tone is actuated The intermittent tone will increase in frequency as each additional LED is lit 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M When the detected obstacle is about 11 8 inches 30 cm from the rear fascia the warning display will actuate a continuous tone for about 10 seconds and it will turn ON all 8 LEDs including both RED LEDs on the correspond ing side of the display The radio will be muted while the tone is actuated When the obstacle is less than 11 8 inches 30 cm from the rear fascia the warning display will either have all 8 LEDs ON obstacle detected or
166. guided through the available options e Prior to giving a voice command one must wait for the voice on beep which follows the Ready prompt or another prompt e For certain operations compound commands can be used For example instead of saying Setup and then Phone Pairing the following compound command can be said Setup Phone Pairing e For each feature explanation in this section only the combined form of the voice command is given You can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command when you are asked for it For example you can either use the combined form voice command Phonebook New Entry or you can break the combined form command into two voice com mands Phonebook and New Entry Please remem ber the UConnect system works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone as if speaking to some one sitting eight feet away from you Voice Command Tree Refer to Voice Tree at the end of this section Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt or if you want to know what your options are at any prompt say Help following the voice on beep The UConnect system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help To activate the UConnect system from idle simply press the Phone button and follow audible prompts for directions All UConnect system sessions begin with a press of the Phone button on the mirror es UNDERSTANDING THE
167. h fuels or additives are not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning e Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh outside air into the vehicle 272 STARTING AND OPERATING Se 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 Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex haust gases from entering the vehicle FUEL TANK FILLER CAP GAS CAP The fuel cap is located on the left side of the vehicle If the fuel cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle Fuel Filler Cap Location es STARTING AND OPERATING 273 CAUTION CAUTION To avoid fuel spi
168. hat are listed below and at the beginning of the schedule e Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C e Stop and go driving e Excessive 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 ee MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 347 CAUTION NOTE Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule B NOTE If ANY of these apply to you change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow the maintenance rec ommendations in Maintenance Schedule B NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then flush and replace your engine coolant every 102 000 miles 170 000 km or 60 months whichever comes first and follow Schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual 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 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 wi
169. he 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 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 recovery bottle The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 WARNING e The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre caution Never add coolant when the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle Personal injury or engine damage may result Disposal of Used Engine Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by animals
170. he child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle Then pull the belt until it is fully 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 For additional information refer to Auto matic 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 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M e If the belt still cannot be tightened or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt disconnect the latch plate from the buckle turn the buckle around and insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still cannot make the child restraint secure try a different seating position Buckle the child into the restraint exactly as the manufacturer s instructions tell you e When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle Do not leave it loose in the vehicle In a sudden stop or collision it could strike the occupants or seat backs and cause serious personal injury NOTE For additional informatio
171. he seat belt systems in the event of a collision This device improves the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight around the occupant early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt must still be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Control ORC Module Like the front airbags the pretensioners are a single use item After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the airbags and pretensioners they must be replaced Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert If the driver or front passenger 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 or front passenger 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 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96 seconds or until the driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert will be reactivated if the driver or front passenger seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 se
172. heft Alarm 25 178 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 315 Selection of Oil 2 6 suse RR wa 303 Sentry Key Immobilizer sess 13 Sentry Key Programming sess 15 Sentry Key Replacement 14 Service Assistance 0000 366 Service Contract 2 eee ee 368 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator 176 Service Manuals 0 0 00 eee eee 370 Setting the Clock 0000000 200 213 Shifting Automatic Transmission 236 Shoulder Belts 0 0 0 0 cece ee eee 33 signals Turn cossus cet eer ey aes 124 176 337 339 SmartbeamsS sessed 83444 2594 Coe SS He Esa 122 Spark Plugs 5 2 ddr areal ME ee ha a 305 Speed Control Cruise Control 146 Speedometer eee tere eee ee eee are 176 LATING 3 c3 Bd aed aea eic ane eda eoe ew ee dene e 234 Automatic Transmission 234 Cold Weather 2 40235 ERIXSG 4e bseeem us 235 en INDEX 387 Emergency Jump Starting 289 Engine Fails to Start 0 0004 235 Steering POWeE dose ze he EG eee Ae OE des 246 310 Wheel Tilt re ER EE Rer RECTA 130 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls x cesso kx ee apr ess 219 Storage acoge e dae NH Re Rog PR eds 334 Storage Behind the Seat iilii 163 Storage Bin iios REA EROR REY 163 Storage Compartment Center Seat 111 Storage Vehicle 00000
173. hills If going down a hill steep enough to cause the vehicle to gain speed press the brake pedal which will disengage the Speed Control and help slow your vehicle e Be sure to turn the Speed Control switch to the OFF position when not in use to avoid accidental engage ment ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy reading lights an optional universal garage door opener HomeLink storage for sunglasses and optional power sunroof switches 8125e191 Overhead Console Courtesy Reading Lights At the forward end of the console are two courtesy reading lights Press the lens to turn these lights on Press a second time to turn the lights off The lights also turn on when a front door or rear door is opened The lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed Sunglasses Storage At the rear of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses The storage compartment access is a push push design Push the finger depression on the overhead console to open Push the finger depression to close 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M GARAGE DOOR OPENER WARNING The HomeLink Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that oper A moving garage door can cause injury to people and ate devices such as garage door openers
174. hones paired are available across all languages Number Number associated is Dialed with entry is dialed Note Available Voice commands are shown in bold face and are underlined 815a53fc UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Voice Tree Phonebook Phonebook Entries Listed one Enter Name 1st Confirmation at a time Enter Location 2nd Confirmation New Entry Enter Name Enter Location Current Number is played Enter New Number Entry is modified Note Available Voice commands are shown in bold face and are underlined Enter Location Phonebook Cleared Enter Number Entry Deleted New Entry Added 8131b294 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree Setup Setup Confirmation Pairin Prompts Fairing Confirmation Prompts on off Say 4 digit System Lists pin code Phones Say Priority number of List Phones phone to delete Start Pairing procedure on phone See phone s owner manual System System Lists Phone Deleted s Enter Name of phone Namet Enter Name of phone prere pas Assign Priority of phone 1 to 7 1 having highest priority All Phones Deleted Select Phone Language Say Priority Select a language number of English Espanol phone to or Francais select New phone will temporarily override phone priorities Pairing Complete Note Available Voice commands are s
175. houlder Belts 00 00000 33 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 63 65 Lead Free Gasoline 00000000000 268 Leaks Fluid 242 9 3244 Ae oP he nd RT Pao hare 72 en INDEX 381 Lite of Tires scacco ikasia RADI ere Sae Rena 262 Liftgate s teu ke Dr x ptr x e RE 26 Liftgate Flipper Glass sss stammere rtta naan 27 Liftgate Window Wiper Washer 168 Lights Queuue xdoesdaoexaubW a pap Ra edet 71 118 Airp ag d Que du ied Rob do Rot qo Fade 57 177 PRAT cranu tec aa decet Sosa dioe RUE 7 AGD LOOK vst ite ate VES EE CE PRSE 177 Automatic Headlights 121 Back Up sese r d RR RERO RRERT AS 339 Battery Saver ava swnes cca ERG EIS ESS 120 Brake Assist Warning 137 181 Brake Warning e ereresteat dey asi erene 176 Bulb Replacement llle ess 335 Cargo od eva sei d ed met eii See wide s 163 Center Mounted Stop 04 340 CTIUISE dc dee ead oboe Tae ea ae es 181 Daytime Running 22 kac eere e 124 Dimmer Switch Headlight 120 125 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator iex R PERPE 137 178 181 Electronic Throttle Control Warning 182 PUR sucus dew becqus eie 2 Sas 124 183 338 Ir EE 328 Hazard Warning Flasher 288 Headlight Switch 0 0000 121 Headlights 2 04 sp Rer La 335 Headlights On With Wipers 121 High Beam Indicator lille 176 Illumina
176. how that the passenger airbag will not inflate during a collision requiring airbags When the right front passenger seat is empty or when very light objects are placed on the seat the passenger airbag will not inflate even though the PAD Indicator Light is not illuminated Indicator Light Location 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ee The PAD Indicator Light should not be illuminated when teenagers most children in a forward facing child restraint or booster seats most children that can properly wear the vehicle s seat belt and when an adult passenger is properly seated in the front passen ger seat In this case the airbag is ready to be inflated if a collision requiring an airbag occurs For almost all properly installed rear facing child re straints the PAD Indicator Light will be illuminated indicating that the front passenger airbag is turned off and will not inflate If the PAD Indicator Light is not illuminated DO NOT assume the airbag is turned off and move the child restraint to the rear seat A deploying passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to a child in a rear facing infant seat NOTE Even though this vehicle is equipped with an Occupant Classification System children 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat in an appropriate child restraint Passenger Air Front Passenger bag Disable r Seat Occupant PAD Indicator Aiba stat
177. hown in bold face and are underlined 815a5401 es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 North American English SEATS Primary Alternate s Zero Oh Add location BU REN Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is All All of them dangerous The sudden movement of the seat could Confirmation prompts Confirmations prompts cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be Delete a name Delete properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust Language Select language any seat only while the vehicle is parked List names List all List paired phones List phones Front Manual Seat Adjustment Pager Beeper Move the seat forward or rearward using the adjustment Phone pairing Pairing bar Lift up on the bar located on the front of the seat near Phonebook Phone book the floor Position the seat and be sure the latch engages Return to main menu Return Main menu fully Select phone select Set up Phone settings phone set up 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Front Seat Adjustment Recline WARNING To adjust the seatback lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat lean back and release the lever e It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area at the desired position To return the seatback lift the inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision lever lean forward and release the lever people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed WARNING Do not r
178. hts 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 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 M Mirrors 2 enn ee Heated Remote Control Mirrors ll Hands Free Communication UConnect lf Equipped ye Tearniu rui nS aa nud Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature Outside Mirrors 2 4 2606523406048 52545 If Equipped 2440 4 e205 s Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors Lighted Vanity Mirrors If Equipped Operations i2 oed e Ee eeu aca e Sete acd 84 Phone Call Features 00 90 UConnect System Features 93 Advanced Phone Connectivity 97 Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System 1 eee 99 lo ara 105 Front Manual Seat Adjustment 105 Front Seat Adjustment Recline 106 74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se
179. icle s seat belts Please refer to the next section for typical installation instructions ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 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 Latch Anchorages 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se In addition there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat Tether Strap Mounting 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
180. icle 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 apply the park brake shift the transmission into P Park and remove the key from the ignition 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 Furthermore you should never leave children unattended inside a vehicle R Reverse Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop N Neutral No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle When the brakes are released the vehicle can roll freely Do not engage in N Neutral position while driving except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding e g on icy roads D Drive The transmission automatically upshifts through fifth gear The D Drive position provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions For additional shifting information refer to Autostick later in this section Rocking the Vehicle If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow sand or mud it can often be moved by a rocking motion Move the gear selector rhythmically between D Drive and R Reverse while applying slight pressure to the accelerator ee STARTING AND OPERATING 239 NOTE The Electronic Stability Program ESP and Traction Control if equipped
181. ide with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest In a Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and collision you could slide under the seat belt and be using a seat belt properly seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment The manual lumbar support adjustment lever is located on the right side of the driver s seat and on the left side of the passenger s seat Moving the lumbar control lever fore and aft increases or decreases the lumbar support es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 button which must be pushed in to lower the head restraint to all positions The restraints may be raised without pushing in the button ae ae ale T Manual Lumbar Control Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in i the event of impact from the rear Adjustable head Adjustable Head Restraints restraints should be adjusted so that the upper edge is as high as practical The head restraints have a locking 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M 8 Way Driver s Power Seat The driver s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the driver s seat lower side trim The bottom switch controls up down forward rearward and tilt adjustment
182. ies still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle s battery 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M CUP HOLDERS cup depression towards the passenger seat but the top In the center console there are two cup holders for the surface will not be flush with the console surface HORE goat passengers The rear passengers have access to two cup holders that pull out from the lower center of the rear seat Front Cup Holders NOTE The cup holder insert is removable from the Rear Cup Hol de console for cleaning It can be reinstalled with the larger es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 CARGO AREA FEATURES Rear Storage Compartment The rear storage compartment is located on the driver s side behind the second row seat Cargo Light The cargo area light is activated by opening the liftgate opening any door or by rotating the dimmer control on the multi function control lever to the extreme top posi tion If all doors are closed and only the liftgate is open pushing on the cargo light lens surface will turn off all interior lamps Push on the lens surface a second time to restore the interior lights to normal operation x BL Rear Storage Compartment 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Retractable Cargo Area Cover NOTE The purpose of this cover is for privacy not to secure loads It will not prevent ca
183. ight Ratings chart for the Max GTW towable for your given drivetrain Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max GTW Gross Trailer Wt 2 000 Ibs 907 kg 3 500 Ibs 1587 kg Class I Light Duty Class II Medium Duty Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 Ibs 2268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 Ibs 4540 kg All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle 278 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain Engine GVWR Gross Ve GCWR Gross Com Transmission hicle Wt Rating bined Wt Rating Frontal Area Max GTW Gross Max Tongue Trailer Wt Wt See Note 1 6 1L Auto 5 650 Ibs 2 563 kg 8 800 Ibs 3 992 kg matic 40 Sq Ft 3 72 3 500 Ibs 1 587 kg 350 Ibs 159 kg square meters Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds Note 1 The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard Refer to the Tire Safety Information Section in this manual Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60 to 65 of the weight in the front of the trailer This places 10 to 15 of the Gross Trailer Weight GTW on the to
184. igious Music Religious Music Religious Talk Religious Talk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R amp B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode 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 SET DIR Button Radio Mode To Set the Push Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push button memory press the SET DIR button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 6 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 DIR button the station will continue to play but will not be stored 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 DIR 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 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations to be stored into push button memory
185. ignal strength phone battery strength etc Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect system while dialing via the cell phone keypad the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth cellular phone the audio will be played through your vehicle s audio system The UConnect system will work the same as if you dial the number using voice recognition ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 NOTE Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the UConnect system to play it on the vehicle audio system so you will not hear it Under this situation after successfully dialing a number the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress Once your call is answered you will hear the audio Mute Un mute Mute off 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 e Press the Voice Recognition button e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Mute In order to un mute the UConnect system e Press the Voice Recognition button e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Mute off Information Service When us
186. iler hitch utilized This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10 to 15 range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight Towing Requirements Tires Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle Refer to Tires General Information for proper tire inflation procedures Also check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to Tires General Infor mation for proper inspection procedure 282 STARTING AND OPERATING Se When replacing tires refer to Tires General Informa Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1 000 tion for proper tire replacement procedures Replac Ibs 454 kg and required for trailers in excess of 2 000 ing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not Ibs 907 kg increase the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limits Towing Requirements Trailer Brakes CAUTION Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1 000 Ibs 454 kg vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer loaded it should have ite own brakes and the This could cause inadequate braking and possible 1 A personal injury should be of adequate capacity Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher An electronically actuat
187. imum number of characters in file folder names e Level 1 12 including a separator and a 3 character extension e Level 2 31 including a separator and a 3 character extension Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files including MP3 files Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after writing are most likely multisession discs The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the mp3 exten sion as MP3 files Non MP3 files named with the mp3 extension may cause playback problems The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 KHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 MPEG Specifi Sampling Fre cation quency KHz Bit rate kbps 320 256 224 MPEG 1 Audio 192 160 128 Layer 3 Arlo qd 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 160 128 144 MPEG 2 Audio 112 96 80 64 Layer 3 24 22 05 16 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag informa
188. indshield during freezing weather warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use Mist Use this feature when weather conditions make occa sional usage of the wipers necessary Pull down and release the control lever for a single wiping cycle Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System Use one of the five intermittent wiper speeds when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable Turn the end of the lever to one of the five delay positions for the desired delay interval The delay can be regulated from a maxi mum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles to a cycle every 1 2 second NOTE The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph 16 km h delay times will be doubled 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Rain Sensing Wipers lf Equipped This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver The feature is especially useful for road splash or overspray from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead Rotate the end of the multi function lever to one of five settings to activate this feature Rain Sensitive Wiper Switch The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the multi function lever Wiper delay position 1 is the least sensitive and wiper delay position 5 is the most sensi tive Setting 3 should be used for normal rain co
189. ing AT amp T Wireless Service dialing to phone number 121 you can access voice activated automated system to receive news weather stocks traffic etc related information Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect system allows on going calls to be transferred to your cellular phone to the UConnect system without terminating the call To transfer an ongo ing call from your UConnect paired cellular phone to the UConnect system or vice versa press the Voice Recognition button and say Transfer Call 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Connect or Disconnect Link Between the UConnect System and 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 If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue tooth connection between a UConnect 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 and the following beep say Setup Phone pairing e When prompted say List Phones e The UConnect system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority To select or delete a paired phone being anno
190. ing and Selecting Pre Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre set stations you may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button memory These satellite channel pre set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre set memory stations Follow the memory pre set procedures that apply to your radio Using the PTY Program Type Button If Equipped Follow the PTY button instructions that apply to your radio PTY Button SCAN When the desired program type is obtained press the SCAN button within five seconds The radio will play 7 seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next channel of the selected program type Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search NOTE Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button while performing a music type scan will change the channel by one and stop the search Pressing a pre set memory button during a music type scan will call up the memory channel and stop the search PTY Button SEEK When the desired program is obtained press the 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 on vehicles available with a luggage rack do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased perfor mance Larger luggage items should be placed as far forward as possible Do
191. ion If a non HOAT cool ant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the specified coolant as soon as possible Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based coolants Use of Propylene Glycol based coolants is not recommended 316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals This coolant can be used up to 5 Years or 100 000 miles before replacement To prevent reducing this extended mainte nance period it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Organic Addi tive Technology HOAT coolant When adding coolant a minimum solution of 50 rec ommended Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula HOAT Hybrid Organic Additive Technol ogy or equivalent in water should be used Use higher concentrations not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 34 F 37 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water engine coolant solution The use of lower quality water will reduce t
192. is 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 LT 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 the sidewall Example 31x10 5 R15 LT ee STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE Size Designation P Passenger car tire size based on U S design standards blank Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT Light Truck tire based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Millimeters mm 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
193. ise you could damage the sensors 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M CAUTION WARNING e Drivers must be careful when backing up even e The Rear Park Assist System is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle in cluding small obstacles Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not detected at all Ob stacles located above or below the sensors will not be detected when they are in close proximity The vehicle must be driven slowly when using the Rear Park Assist System to be able to stop in time when the obstacle is detected It is recommended that the driver looks over his her shoulder when using the Rear Park Assist System when using the Rear Park Assist System Always check carefully behind your vehicle look behind you and be sure to check for pedestrians animals other vehicles obstructions and blind spots before backing up You are responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your surroundings Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death Before using the Rear Park Assist System it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is not used for towing Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the rear fascia when the warning display turns the red LEDs ON Also the sensors could detec
194. itigation 133 High Beam Switch 0000 125 ESP Electronic Stability Program 134 Passing Light sse see ace ee e 125 ESP BAS Warning Lamp And Headlight Time Delay 00000000 125 PO ACRO DE ween a E Windshield Wipers And Washers 126 Mies a a a Mist LL 127 Rear Park Assist Sensors 138 Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System 127 Tear Rath ASIE WATR DOPET ies recat 139 Rain Sensing Wipers If Equipped 128 Enable Disable The Rear Park Assist System 140 H Tilt Steering Column 12 2 eens ees 130 SEVES TG Reat FANK OCIO yee mts e e as e li Electronic Brake Control System 130 Cleaning The Beat Tark Pose Sy Slay d qase n ABS Anti Lock Brake System 131 E Adjustable Pedals If Equipped 144 TCS Traction Control System 132 li Electronic Speed Control 00000 146 BAS Brake Assist System 132 To AcBivale 12 scies di a ee ee des nea 146 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME To Set At a Desired Speed 146 Erasing Homelink Buttons 155 To Deactivate 6 6 eee ee 146 Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button 156 To Resume Speed 0000 00000 0 147 SECUTI cessa me See goed Put eR eumd dae 15
195. iving When stopped for short periods of time put transmission in neutral and increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily refer to Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more informa tion RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Recreational towing is not allowed WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS H Hazard Warning Flashers 288 W Jump Starting Procedure iioc 289 B If Your Engine Overheats 289 288 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Se 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 Hazard Warning Switch To activate the warning flasher push down on the button on top of the steering column until it latches To turn the warning flasher off push down again to unlatch the button NOTE With extended use the flasher may run down your battery ee WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 289 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
196. l Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer Trailer Sway Control The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling Weight Carrying Hitch A weight carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle These kind of hitches are the most popular on the market today and they re commonly used to tow small and medium sized trailers Weight Distributing Hitch A weight distributing hitch includes a receiver attached to the tow vehicle plus a removable hitch head and spring bar assembly that fits into the receiver opening and hook up brackets that connect the spring bars to the trailer frame es STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Trailer Hitch Classification Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2 000 Ibs 907 kg with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package See your dealer for package content The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer We
197. l cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure This could damage your engine CAUTION Operating the engine with the oil levels below the safe zone or operating with oil levels that exceed the top of the safe zone may cause engine damage Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil should be changed Check the following list to see if any apply to you e Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C e Stop and go driving e Extensive engine idling e Driving in dusty conditions e Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 km e More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first Refer to Maintenance Schedule B in Section 8 of this manual If none of these apply to you then change your engine oil at every interval shown on Maintenance Schedule A Refer to Section 8 of this manual ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 303 NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change in tervals exceed 6 000 miles 10 000 km or 6 months whichever comes first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that are API rated as SM CF and meet the requirements of Daimle
198. lacement 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 firj 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 300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M DEALER SERVICE Your dealer has the qualified service personnel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourself 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
199. lerator pedals can be adjusted without compromising safety or comfort in actuating the pedals 81415ef8 Adjustable Pedal Switch es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Press the left side of the button to move the pedals rearward toward the driver Press the right side of the button to move the pedals forward away from the driver e The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF e The pedals can be adjusted while driving e The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R Reverse or when the Speed Control is ON A message will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC if the pedals are attempted to be ad justed when the system is locked out Adjustable Pedal Disabled Cruise Control Engaged or Ad justable Pedal Disabled Vehicle In Reverse Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 for more information CAUTION Do not place any article under the adjustable pedal s or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal s path 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged this device takes over accelerator opera tions at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The controls are mounted on the steering wheel and consist of ON OFF SET RES ACCEL CANCEL and DECEL
200. levels Headlights On Automatically With Wipers If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights it also has this customer programmable feature When your headlights are in the automatic mode and the engine is running they will automatically turn on when the wiper system is on 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M If your vehicle is equipped with a Rain Sensitive Wiper System and it is activated the headlights will automati cally turn on after the wipers complete five wipe cycles within approximately 1 minute and they will turn off approximately four minutes after the wipers completely stop Refer to Windshield Wipers and Washers in this section for more information NOTE When your headlights come on during the daytime the instrument panel lights will automatically dim to the lower nighttime intensity Refer to Instru ment Panel and Interior Lights below for setting the instrument panel lights to full daytime intensity SmartBeams If Equipped The SmartBeam system provides increased forward light ing at night by automating high beam control through the use of a digital camera mounted on the inside rearview mirror This camera detects vehicle specific light and automatically switches from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view NOTE If the windshield or SmartBeam mirror is re placed the SmartBeam mirror must be re aimed to ensure proper performance Se
201. ll 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 M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 348 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Se Once a Month At Each Oil Change e Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or e Change the engine oil filter damage e Inspect the exhaust system e Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals Tact bokehoss as required P e Check the engine coolant anti freeze level hoses and e Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir brake clamps master cylinder and add as needed e Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation M A l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 a SCHEDULE B 349 Schedule B Follow this schedule if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions e Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C e Stop and go driving e Excessive 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 NOTE If ANY of these apply to you change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow the maintenance rec ommendations in Maintenance
202. ll show CHANNEL X TRANS MIT where X is Channel 1 2 or 3 for 20 seconds and then change to CHANNEL X TRAINING Without releasing the HomeLink button proceed with Program ming Step 2 For questions or comments contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Security If you sell your vehicle be sure to erase the frequencies by following the Erasing HomeLink Buttons instruc tions in this section This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment HomeLink is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls Inc ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console e Never leave children in a vehicle with the keys in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unat tended children can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death In an accident there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sun
203. llage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system Also a poorly fitting after NOTE When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the market cap can cause the MIL Malfunction Indica fuel tankis tall tor Light to illuminate due to fuel vapors escaping from the system Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged a CHECK GAS CAP message will be displayed in the e Rotate the fuel cap to the left to remove EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center in Section 4 of this manual Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer reset button to turn the message off If the problem continues the message will appear the next time e Make sure that the fuel cap tether strap is not caught the vehicle is started Refer to Onboard Diagnostic System under the fuel cap OBDII in Section 7 of this manual for more information e Turn the engine off e To replace the cap insert it into the filler neck and tighten the cap about 1 4 turn until you hear one click This is an indication that the cap is properly tightened 274 STARTING AND OPERATING ME WARNING WARNING e R
204. lobal Positioning System based navigation system with an integrated color screen to provide maps turn identification selection menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destina tions and routes AM FM stereo radio and six disc CD changer with MP3 capability Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a DVD that is loaded into the unit One map DVD covers all of North America Refer to your Navigation User s Manual for detailed operating instructions Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to your Navigation User s Manual for detailed operating instructions Clock Setting Procedure Refer to Setting the Clock under System Settings in your Navigation User s Manual for details about setting the clock 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM SALES CODE XRV IF EQUIPPED The optional VES Video Entertainment System con sists of a DVD player and LCD liquid crystal display screen a battery powered remote control and two head sets The DVD player is mounted in the rear of the center console storage bin and is concealed by a door that lifts up for access Refer to your VES User s Manual for detailed operating instructions DVD Player Location UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 The LCD screen is located on the headliner behind the front seats 8161d54e Remote Control Location Lowering the DVD Screen 216 UNDER
205. lsto Start cos cu c YS 235 Flooded Starting 000000 235 Fuel Requirements 268 341 Jump Starting 6s oe ee s Rer Rn 289 Ol 4 zzz ed bead uodooRpd DY ob Se EN 301 341 Oil Change Interval llle 302 Oil Selection llle 303 341 Overheating Starting 378 INDEX ae Temperature Gauge 0 000 e eee 180 Engine Oil Viscosity a Lr AR RT RES 303 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 303 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 56 Entry System Illuminated 16 Event Data Recorder 000000 57 Exhaust Gas Caution 0 70 271 313 Exhaust System ee eee ees eR RR 313 Exterior Finish Care lille 325 Filters Air Cleaner cci be ED PIRE ss 305 Engine Fuel z 2229953 9B REERDerMES 305 Engine OI Lu sns ose doses ome arse ERIS enr 304 Engine Oil Disposal sess 304 Finish Care esteem P eR 325 Plashers 66e RR he 288 Hazard Warning aad rete hbk raet 288 Tum Signal icm e rS 176 337 339 Flipper Glass Liftgate 004 27 Flooded Engine Starting 235 Fluid Capacities sese RR ms 341 Fluid Leaks 2 eme e mee IRR 72 Fluid Level Checks Brake oa Dantas Baad ees Ca d e dem ea upon 321 Cooling System liliis 314 Engine Oll accross mc RURAL ERU eR e ERN 301 Power 5teerinbp iusso s east ia ere agus 310 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 34
206. m TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver Module The wheel sensors monitor tire pressure and status for all four active road tires NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintain the proper pressure STARTING AND OPERATING 265 i The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and an au dible chime will be activated when one or more tire pressures is low The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 60 seconds when a system fault is detected The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes or until the fault condition is removed and reset The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS consists of 5 the following components e Receiver Module e 4 Wheel Sensors e 3 Wheel Sensor Trigger Modules e Tire Pressure Monitoring System Display Messages in the EVIC e Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light 266 STARTING AND OPERATING Se The system consists of tire pressure monitoring sensors attached to each wheel through the valve stem mounting hole a central receiver module Wheel Sensor Trigger Modules mounted in three of the four wheel wells various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Display Mes sages in the EVIC and a
207. m injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap portion pull up a bit on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision 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 can t do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your authorized dealer and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt Removing Slack From Belt ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 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 WAR
208. me display priority mode will display the song title for each file RW FF CD Mode for MP3 Play Press the FF side of the button to move forward through the MP3 selection TUNE Control CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the TUNE Control allows the adjustment of Tone Balance and Fade AM FM Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Switches back to Radio mode RND PTY Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing this button plays files randomly SET DIR Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Press the SET DIR Button to display folders when playing an MP3 discs that have a file folder structure mm Turn the TUNE control to display available folders or move through available folders Press the TUNE control to select a folder Buttons 1 6 CD Mode for MP3 Play Selects disc positions 1 6 for Play Load Eject 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped Refer to Hands Free Phone in Section 3 of the Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Satellite Radio Mode If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System VES If Equipped Refer to separate Video Entertainment System VES Guide SALES CODE REC AM FM CD 6 DISC RADIO WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM 8125e256 REC Radio es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Satellite Navigation Radio with CD Player with MP3 Capability REC combines a G
209. ment cluster comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The light should go out with the engine running If the ESP BAS warning light comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system If this light stays illuminated have the ESP and BAS checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible 16 Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON this light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check During the bulb check if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb check or when driving if the driver or front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on continuously Refer to Occupant Restraints Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System BeltAlert in Section 2 for more information 17 Cruise Indicator Light CRUISE This indicator lights when the speed control system is turned ON 18 Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL U S federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven There fore if the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the service so that the correct mileage c
210. mine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 254 STARTING AND OPERATING Se 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 Ib passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 Ib since 5 x 150 750 and 1400 750 650 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 cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustra tion purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle NOTE For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 392 Kg ee STARTING AND OPERATING 255 Occupants Combined weight of AVAILABLE FRONT REA
211. mmable Features in Section 4 to turn this feature On Off or set the time interval 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The front and rear wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the right side control lever Turn the end of the control lever to select Lo Hi or one of the five speed sensitive intermittent windshield wiper speeds Refer to Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System in this section For information on the rear wiper and washer refer to Rear Window Features in this section Windshield Wiper Washer Switch NOTE Always remove any build up of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the OFF position If the windshield wiper switch is turned off and the blades cannot return to the OFF position damage to the wiper motor may occur es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 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 several seconds after the lever is released and then resume the intermit tent interval previously selected If the lever is pulled while in the OFF position the wipers will operate for several wipe cycles then turn off WARNING Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles To avoid sudden icing of the w
212. motorized pets in the path of the door People or pets could be gates or home lighting It triggers these devices at the seriously or fatally injured Only use this transceiver push of a button The Universal Transceiver operates off with a garage door opener that has a stop and your vehicle s battery and charging system no batteries reverse feature as required by federal safety stan are needed dards This includes most garage door opener mod NOTE The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is dis els menace afer Ton Dounot ase a garage Abled wh n the Vehicle Theft Alarm do active door opener without these safety features it could cause injury or death Call toll free 1 800 355 3515 For additional information on HomeLink call 1 800 or on the Internet at www homelink com for safety 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com information or assistance es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Programming HomeLink NOTE When programming a garage door opener it is advised to park outside the garage It is also recom mended that a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmis sion of the radio frequency signal The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display which includes HomeLink system messages The EVIC is located on the bottom of the tachometer Electronic Vehicle Informatio
213. must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft tissue Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners This will weaken the fabric Sun damage will also weaken the fabric If the belts need cleaning use Mopar Total Clean 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 FUSE PANEL Interior Fuses The fuse panel is on the lower instrument panel just to the left of the steering column ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 Cavity Fuse Color Description 4 20 Amp Yel Rr Pwr Out B low 5 10 Amp Red Rr HVAC R O 6 10 Amp Red OCM B 7 20 Amp Yel Door Locks B low 8 15 Amp Blue Steer Col Lock B 9 20 Amp Yel Pwr Outlet B low 10 10 Amp Red Ign Run Only Out R O Fuse Panel Location 11 Spare Cavity Fuse Color Description 12 10 Amp Red Mem Sw Courtesy Lamp 1 30 Amp Audio Amp B B Green 13 Spare 2 15 Amp Blue Sunroof B 14 20 Amp Yel Cigar Ltr R A 3 10 Amp Red Htd Mirror EBL low 15 10 Amp Red Tire Press Mon R O 330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M
214. n Center 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger 1 Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons and release only when the EVIC display shows CHANNELS CLEARED after 20 seconds Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step one to program a second and or third hand held transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink buttons 8125e19b HomeLink Buttons ous gas Do not run the vehicle s exhaust while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause seri ous injury or death WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate A moving door or gate can cause serious injury or death to people and pets or damage to objects 2 Position the end of your hand held transmitter 1 3 inches 3 8 cm away from the HomeLink buttons es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button that you want to train and the hand held trans mitter buttons Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed NOTE Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace this Programming Step 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Pro gramming section 4 The EVIC display will show CHANNEL X TRA
215. n Section 7 of this e Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn Pie manual while jump starting your vehicle 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 ater Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic Do not use a booster battery or any other booster converter and once the engine has started ignite and source that has a greater than 12 volt system ie do damage the converter and vehicle not use a 24 volt power source MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS NOIL Engine ceu ode obses 3 Road 296 ll Onboard Diagnostic System OBDII 297 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 297 H Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ues oe ee one ach acea a 298 Bl Replacement Parts 0 00008 299 li Dealer Service 4 RR 300 Bi Maintenance Procedures sese 300 Engine Oll oss cca RR e Res 301 Engine Oil Filter 4s cse se ete mes 304 Drive Belts Check Condition And TENSIONE zu de ed Ue x tp ds 304 Spark Pl gs 42e seres iude adage be Engine Air Cleaner Filter Fuel Filter cepe PESE MUS Catalytic Converter ssec eer nn Maintenance Free Battery
216. n refer to www seatcheck org or call 1 866 SEATCHECK Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh more than 20 Ibs 9 kg and who are older than one year can ride forward facing in the vehicle Forward facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward facing direction are for chil dren who weigh 20 to 40 Ibs 9 to 18 kg and who are older than one year These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system Refer to LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System in this section The belt positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 Ibs 18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seat back they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 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
217. nd push of the button CAUTION To avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the rear window defroster do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME This button can be used to block out smoke odors dust high humidity or if rapid cooling is desired The recirculation mode should only be used temporarily The button includes an LED that illuminates which indicates that the recircula tion mode is active You may use this feature separately Cep NOTE Extended use of recirculation may cause the windows to fog If the interior of the windows begins to fog press the Recirculate icon button to return to outside air Some temp humidity conditions will cause captured interior air to condense on windows and ham per visibility For this reason the system will not allow Recirculate to be selected while in the defrost or defrost floor modes Attempting to use the recirculation while in these modes will cause the LED in the button to blink and then turn off Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating A 50 solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended Refer to Maintenanc
218. nd tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Trailer Weight GTW The gross trailer weight GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo consumables and equipment permanent or temporary loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for operation condition The recom mended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR The gross combination weight rating GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination Note that GCWR ratings in clude a 150 lbs 68 kg allowance for the presence of a driver Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR 276 STARTING AND OPERATING Se WARNING It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Tongue Weight TW The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer In most cases it should not be less than 10 6 or more than 15 of the trailer load You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle Fronta
219. nditions Settings 1 and 2 can be used if the driver desires less wiper sensitivity Settings 4 and 5 can be used if the es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 driver desires more sensitivity Place the wiper switch in the OFF position when not using the system NOTE The rain sensing feature will not operate when the wiper switch is in the LOW or HIGH speed position The rain sensing feature may not function properly when ice or dried salt water is present on the wind shield Use of Rain X or products containing wax or silicone may reduce rain sensor performance A customer programmable feature in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC allows the Rain Sense feature to be turned off Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual The rain sensing system has protection features for the wiper blades and arms and will not operate under the following conditions e Low Ambient Temperature When the ignition is first turned ON the rain sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved vehicle speed is greater than 0 mph 0 km h or the outside tem perature is greater than 32 F 0 C Transmission in N Neutral Position When the ignition is ON and the transmission is in the N Neutral position the rain sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h or the shift lever is
220. ndow 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 Do not cover or place items on the airbag covers These items may cause serious injury during inflation 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 Along with the seat belts front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bol sters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Window 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 System in this section has determined the passenger seat is empty or is occupied by someone that is classified in the small child category E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 If your vehicle is so equipped the window bag on the crash side of the vehicle i
221. ngine speed e Cruise control status e Traction stability control status ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time babies and children too Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck led up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt Always check the child seat Owner s Manual to ensure you have the right seat for your child Use the restraint that is correct for your child 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 Child Restraints e Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at leas
222. nifold Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present NOTE Often fluid such as oil power steering fluid and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera tions to facilitate the assembly of hoses to couplings Therefore oil wetness at the hose coupling area is not necessarily an indication of leakage Actual dripping of hot fluid when systems are under pressure during vehicle operation should be noted before a hose is replaced based on leakage NOTE Inspection of brake hoses should be performed whenever the brake system is serviced and at every engine oil change Inspect hydraulic brake hoses for surface cracking scuffing or worn spots If there is any evidence of cracking scuffing or worn spots the hose ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 should be replaced immediately Eventual deterioration of the hose can take place resulting in a possibility of a burst failure WARNING Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure You could have an accident If you see any signs of cracking scuffing or worn spots have the brake hoses replaced immediately Brake Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing underhood services or immediately if the brake system warning light indicates system failure Clean the top of the master cylin
223. njury or death to restraint infants in this position e Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Standards The manufacturer also 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 Except for the second row center seating position all passenger seat belts are equipped with cinching latch plates The second row center position has an auto matic locking retractor identified by a distinctive label Both types of seat belts 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 por tion 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 For the second row center seat belt with the automatic locking retractor pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through t
224. nnect fittings which have unique material characteristics to provide adequate sealing and resist attack by deteriorated gasoline You are urged to use only the manufacturer s specified hoses with quick connect fittings or their equivalent in material and specification in any fuel system servicing It is mandatory to replace any damaged hoses or quick connect fittings that have been removed during service ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 Care should be taken in installing quick connect fittings CAUTION to insure they are properly installed and fully connected See your authorized dealer for service Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac Automatic Transmission turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter Fluid Level Check shudder Using a transmission fluid other than that Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not recommended by the manufacturer will result in required For this reason the dipstick is omitted more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to the If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction have Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts section for your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level correct fluid type 324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M CAUTION The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating condi tions If a transmission fluid leak occurs visit your
225. not be indicated on the pump you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not his her gasoline contains MMT It is even more important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformu lated gasolines 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 are not needed under normal conditions and would result in additional cost Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle s performance e The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance or damage the emission control system es STARTING AND OPERATING 271 An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate service Contact your dealer for service assistance The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers are not recommended Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of suc
226. nufacturer approved seat accessories may system remains functional vehicles equipped with be used If it is necessary to modify an advanced airbag system for power door locks will unlock automatically In addition persons with disabilities contact your authorized dealer ke 5 de ag h hide h d Do not place or hang any items such as add on video players on the approximate y 9 seconds a ter the vehicle has stoppe right front passenger seat back The additional weight may cause 7 1 1 AE R x Cesc en the Occupant Classification System to be unable to correctly classify moving the interior lights will illuminate to aid visibility the right front occupant This could allow the passenger frontal i i airbag to inflate when it is not desired NOTE The interior lights can only be deactivated if the You need proper knee impact protection in a collision Do not mount or key is removed from the ignition switch or the vehicle is locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters J It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the airbag system yourself driven Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 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 promp
227. od Fuses Integrated Power Module 30 Spare 31 Spare 32 Micro Relay TCM Rly Gasoline Only 33 Micro Relay Starter Rly 34 Micro Relay AC Clutch Rly 35 Micro Relay Fuel Pump Rly 36 Spare 38 Spare 39 Mini Relay HVAC Blower Rly 40 Mini Relay ASD Rly Integrated Power Module ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 Cavity Fuse Color Description Cavity Fuse Color Description 1 Micro Relay Wiper On Off Rly 17 20 Amp Yellow Rear Fogs 2 Micro Relay Wiper Hi Lo Rly 18 20 Amp Yellow FCM Batt 1 3 Micro Relay Horn Rly 19 20 Amp Yellow Lt T Tow Stop Turn 4 Spare 20 20 Amp Yellow FCM Batt 3 5 Micro Relay Lt T Tow Stop Turn Rly 21 20 Amp Yellow Rt T Tow Stop Turn 6 Micro Relay Rt T Tow Stop Turn Rly 22 30 Amp Pink FDCM Mod 7 Micro Relay Park Lamps Rly 23 50 Amp Red Rad Fan 8 10 Amp Red Lt Park Lamps 24 Mini Relay Rad Fan Lo Rly 9 10 Amp Red T Tow Park Lamps 25 Micro Relay Ft Fog Lamps Rly 10 10 Amp Red Rt Park Lamps 26 Micro Relay Adjustable Pedal Rly 11 Mini Relay Rad Fan Hi Rly 27 15 Amp Blue IOD 1 12 20 Amp Yellow FCM Batt 4 28 20 Amp Yellow IOD 2 Audio 13 20 Amp Yellow FCM Batt 2 29 10 Amp Red ORC Ign R S 14 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedal 30 10 Amp Red ORC Ign R O 15 20 Amp Yellow Ft Fog Lamps 16 20 Amp Yellow Horn 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want
228. om Play Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the tracks Release the FF button to stop the fast forward feature Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play Buttons 1 6 CD MODE for CD Audio Play Selects disc positions 1 6 for Play Load Eject Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files however acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited When writing MP3 files pay attention to the following restric tions Supported Media Disc Types The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CD ROM CD R and CD RW Supported Medium Formats File Systems The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME The radio uses the following limits for file systems e Maximum number of directory levels 15 e Maximum number of files 255 e Maximum number of folders 100 e Max
229. on the transmitter once to unlock the driver s door or twice to unlock all doors The turn signal lights will flash twice to acknowl edge the unlock signal The illuminated entry system also turns on NOTE If desired the system can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first press of the Unlock button Refer to Remote Unlock Driver s Door 1st in the Personal Settings section of the Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC or simply follow these steps 1 Press and hold the Lock button for 4 to 10 seconds 2 While the Lock button is pressed after 4 seconds press the Unlock button Release both buttons The Remote Unlock Driver s Door 1st feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure To Lock the Doors Press and release the Lock button on the transmitter to lock all doors The turn signal lights will flash once to acknowledge the lock signal The horn will chirp once to acknowledge the signal If desired the Sound Horn On Lock feature can be turned on and off by referring to the Customer Programmable Features of the Electronic Ve hicle Information Center EVIC section or by following these steps 1 Press and hold the Lock button for 4 to 10 seconds 2 While the Lock button is pressed after 4 seconds press the PANIC button Release both buttons The Sound Horn On Lock feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure 22 THINGS TO K
230. ons the catalytic con the event of engine malfunction particularly involv verter will not require maintenance However it is im ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure mance have your vehicle serviced promptly Contin proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst ued operation of your vehicle with a severe damage malfunction could cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and the vehicle NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307 WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex haust system Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any thing that can burn In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a scorching odor may indicate severe and abnormal catalyst overheating If this occurs the vehicle should be stopped the engine shut off and the vehicle allowed to cool Thereafter service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifications should be ob tained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the
231. ontinued operation of the vehicle in this condition is dangerous 3 Turn Signal Indicator Light The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled about one mile with the turn signals on a chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate check for a defective outside light bulb 4 High Beam Indicator Light Indicates that headlights are on high beam 5 Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system it called OBD II that monitors engine and auto matic transmission control systems The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON position before es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 engine start If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON have the condition checked promptly Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap poor fuel quality etc may illuminate the light after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert you to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs See page 29
232. oor will cancel this feature Sunroof Fully Closed Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the sunroof is fully closed 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M POWER OUTLET The rear power outlet if equipped is located in the left To the right of the convenience tray lower center of rear cargo area instrument panel is an outlet for electrically powered accessories Pull lightly on the tab of the plastic cover to access the outlet Rear Power Outlet The power outlets are a direct feed from the battery so they receive power whether the ignition is in the ON or Front Power Outlet OFF position 5 ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 All accessories connected to this outlet should be re moved or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off e Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent engine starting Accessories that draw higher power 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 accessor
233. otor runs during efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition the self test at 12 mph 20 km h and during an ABS stop of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction The pump motor makes a low humming noise during afforded operation which is normal The ABS cannot prevent accidents including WARNING Pumping of the Anti Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident 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 Pumping makes the stopping distance longer Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop es STARTING AND OPERATING 245 CAUTION e Do not ride the brakes by resting your foot on the pedal This could overheat the brakes and result in The Anti Lock Brake System is subject to possible detrimental effects of electronic interference caused by improperly installed after market radios or tele unpredictable braking action longer stopping dis tances or brake damage When descending mountains or hills repeated brak phones ing can cause brake fade with loss of braking control Avoid repeated heavy braking by downshifting the transmission or locking o
234. ould 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 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www NHTSA gov or write to NHTSA U S Dept of Transportation Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should write to Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 370 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 Manual
235. pate e Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle e Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If antifreeze needs to be added contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing If frequent coolant additions are required or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools the cooling system should be pres sure tested for leaks Maintain coolant concentration at 50 HOAT engine coolant minimum and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean also Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation If replacement is ever necessary install ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 ONLY the correct type thermostat Other designs may result in unsatisfactory coolant 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 those hoses nearest to high heat sources such as the
236. pect the brake linings X Drain the transfer case and refill X a SCHEDULE A 359 Miles 36 000 42 000 48 000 54 000 Kilometers 60 000 70 000 80 000 90 000 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 l N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 H 360 SCHEDULE A ge Miles 60 000 66 000 72 000 78 000 l Kilometers 100 000 110000 120000 130 000 m Months 60 66 72 78 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X ay Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if nec X essary tg Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary X H Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X i Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze at 60 X My months if not replaced at 102 000 miles 170 000 km t Inspect the brake linings X 3 Drain the transfer case and refill X S 8 en SCHEDULE A 361 Miles 84 000 90 000 96 000 102 000 Kilometers 140 000 150 000 160 000 170 000 Months 84 90 96 102 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if nec X essary Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the
237. ptimize the vehicle s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes This can help reduce braking distances The BAS complements the anti lock brake system ABS Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous brak ing pressure during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 WARNING BAS Brake Assist System cannot prevent the natu ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions BAS cannot prevent accidents in cluding those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydro planing Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck less or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others ERM Electronic Rollover Mitigation This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle When ERM determines that the rate o
238. quirements au ee cae re ERE 268 Tire Inflation Pressures 258 Spark KNOCKS saco be ce ete eles 268 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 260 Reformulated Gasoline 269 Radial Ply Tires 00005 261 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 269 Tire Spinning cogs eae Hela eoe e kad 261 MMT In Gasoline 0000000 270 Tread Wear Indicators 262 Materials Added To Fuel 270 Lie OF Tfe cantata i hor EEE he dle TR 262 Fuel System Cautions 270 Replacement Dites icc caine Se wera ees 263 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 271 Alignment And Balance 264 W Fuel Tank Filler Cap Gas Cap 272 Wi Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 265 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 273 ee STARTING AND OPERATING 233 a Trailer TOWNE us deo ana sR Ae e RR aa 274 Trailer And Tongue Weight isse n 278 Common Towing Definitions 275 Towing Requirements sess 280 Trailer Hitch Classification 277 Towing pirea macia mea BS REC 284 Trailer Towing Weights ll Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 285 Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 278 234 STARTING AND OPERATING ME STARTING PROCEDURES 10 seconds turn the key to the OFF position wait 5 Before starting your vehicle adjust your seat adjust
239. r 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 with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough When it is not required remove the 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 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE See Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS DRIVER AIRBAG PASSENGER AIRBAG KNEE BOLSTERS Front Airbag Components 816890cb 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 a
240. r vehicle You and your pas sengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle Liftgate Flipper Glass The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked To open the flipper glass push up on the window switch located on the liftgate 8167d4e0 Liftgate Glass Release 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se WARNING WARNING Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poi sonous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your To avoid injury stand back when opening Glass will automatically rise passengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the flipper glass closed when you are operating the vehicle Once the liftgate flipper glass has been opened connec tion to the rear window wiper is interrupted preventing activation of the rear wiper blade while the flipper glass is open NOTE If a power malfunction to the power liftgate latch should occur an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the liftgate The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap in cover located on the liftgate trim panel ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 POWER WINDOWS The power window controls are located on the driver s door trim panel There is a single switch on the front passenger door rear doors which operates the front passenger rear passenger door windows The window controls will op
241. rChrysler Material Standard MS 10725 Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS 10725 The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic engine oil such as Mobil 19 SAE 0W 40 or equivalent 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 OW 40 Preferred 20 0 10 20 32 60 80 100 29 18 42 7 0 16 27 38 Temperature range anticipated before next oil change Materials Added to Engine Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad dition of any additives other than leak detection dyes to the engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and it s performance may be impaired by supplemental ad ditives 304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Se Disposing of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection The manufacturer s engines have a full
242. ramming 15 General Information less 16 Na Wumindted ENY eo eau Ep E ORE re 16 Bl Doors And Door Locks lille 16 Manual Door Locks 00000004 16 Power Door Locks 00000000 eee 19 Bl Remote Keyless Entry lisse 20 To Unlock The Doors esses 21 To Lock The Doors 0 2 0 0 000 eee 21 To Release The Liftgate Flipper Glass 22 Using The Panic Alarm 0 0 22 General Information 00005 23 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se Transmitter Battery Service 24 Wi Security Alarm System If Equipped 25 To Set The Alarm suum x RR 25 To Disarm The System oaceae eara iaaea 25 Mitigate ccs ee ce iandde cinesi neun sory 26 Liftgate Flipper Glass 2 52 rn 27 Mi Power Windows 00 00ers 29 ZXBto dDOWI cie Sos eas XE Se RE alae wees 30 Auto Up Feature With Anti Pinch Protection Driver s And Front Passenger Door Only 30 Window Lockout Switch sus 31 Wind Bufteting 2542 04 04 Fx Ee E 31 la Occupant Restraints 42e t mk 32 Lap Shoulder Belts 0 0 33 Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 34 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 37 Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped 38 Energy Management
243. rating conditions Like any system however car radios have performance limitations due to mobile op eration and natural phenomena which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning To help you understand and save you concern about these ap parent malfunctions you must understand a point or two about the transmission and 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 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia tions interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out leaving the reception relatively clear which is the major feature of FM radio NOTE On vehicles so equipped the radio steering wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD DVD changer will remain active for
244. ration Sensors If Equipped Steering Wheel and Column Instrument Panel Interconnecting Wiring Knee Impact Bolsters Front Acceleration Sensors e Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner Occupant Classification System OCS Front Pas senger Seat Only If Equipped Occupant Classification Module Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light Weight Sensors How The Airbag System Works e The Occupant Restraint Control ORC Module de termines if a frontal side or rollover collision is severe enough to require the front and or side airbags to inflate The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation from direc tion provided by the ORC The ORC may also modify the rate of inflation based on the occupant size pro vided by the Occupant Classification Module The ORC will detect roll overs not rear impacts The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON positions These include all of the items listed above except the knee bolster the instru ment panel and the steering wheel and column If the key is in the LOCK 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 a Light and PAD Indicator Light for 6 to 8 seconds for a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check
245. re 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 multistage 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 ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 This vehicle may also be equipped with window bags to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window If the vehicle is equipped with window bags they are located above the side windows Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG 813521b6 Window Airbag Location NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open to allow airbag deployment 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se WARNING e Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them You may damage the airbags and you could be injured be cause the airbags are no longer functional 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 wi
246. reeze 316 Adding Washer Fluid ns acses as desata mares 169 Additives Fuel 0 0 0 0 000 ce eee eee 270 Adjustable Pedals 0 000000 144 Air Conditioner Maintenance 309 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 310 Air Pressure Times 22 siis bee ee eas 258 Airbag 2x e 9a eed rer 42 Airbag Deployment llle 55 Airbag Light 2 13 ee cw eae 57 71 177 Airbag Maintenance ess 56 Alarm Security Alarm 25 178 Alarm System Security Alarm 25 Alignment and Balance 05 264 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antenna Satellite Radio iles 218 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 315 341 Disposal isse4 Reezake esgos iriri S 317 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 131 243 Anti Lock Warning Light 177 Anti Theft System 0 te RR 25 178 Appearance Care sot 2 0 0 eee eee 324 Auto Down Power Windows 30 Automatic Dimming Mirror 78 Automatic Door Locks 0 000005 19 Automatic Headlights illus 121 Automatic Temperature Control ATC 222 Automatic Transmission 236 323 324 Adding Fluid i i see eee a cena 324 Fluid and Filter Changes 324 Fluid Change 56 3 xw ER ex Es 324 Fluid Level Check 0000005 323 Autostick 2 4 2 sea er rt 239 Auxiliary Electrical Ou
247. ren unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal inju ries and death CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended 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 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE xe 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 Child Lock Control E THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Power Door Locks A door lock switch is on each front door panel Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors Power Door Lock Switch 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 If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the ignition switch and the driver s door is open 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 this featur
248. rer approved A C System Sealers Stop Leak Products Seal Conditioners Compres sor Oil or Refrigerants Power Steering Fluid Check The power steering system requires the use of Mopar Hydraulic System Power Steering Fluid P N 05142893AA or equivalent which meets DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 10838 CAUTION Do not use Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF or other types of power steering fluids when servicing the power steering system of this vehicle Damage to the power steering system can result from the use of the wrong power steering fluid 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 es MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 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 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type NOTE Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steering pump may make noise for a short period of time
249. ress the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Erase All e The UConnect system will ask you to verify that you wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook 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 and the following beep say Phonebook List Names 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 NOTE the user can also exercise Edit or Delete operations at this point 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 features can be accessed through the UConnect system if the feature s are available on your cellular service plan For example if your cellular service plan provides three way calling this feature can be accessed through the UConnect system Check with your cellular service provider for the features that you have ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 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 vehicle audio syst
250. rgo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo To cover the cargo area 1 Grasp the cover at the center handle Pull it over the cargo area 2 Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots in the pillar trim cover 3 The liftgate may be opened with the cargo cover in place Rear Cargo Cover es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 WARNING In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting Do not store in the vehicle Cargo Tie Down Hooks The tie downs located on cargo area floor should be used to safely secure loads when vehicle is moving Cargo Tie Down Hooks 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING Cargo tie down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap In a sudden stop or collision a hook could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose A child could be badly injured Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers WARNING The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle handling To avoid loss of control resulting in per sonal injury follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle Do not carry loads which exceed the load limit
251. roof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too 81351e5e Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof Never allow fingers or other body parts or any object to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result Power Sunroof Switch 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Opening Sunroof Express Press the switch rearward and release and the sunroof will open automatically from any position The sunroof will open fully then stop automatically This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof Closing Sunroof Express Press the switch forward and release and the sunroof will close automatically from any position The sunroof will close fully and stop automatically This is called Express Close During Express Close operation any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof Pinch Protect Feature This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation If an ob struction in the path of the sunroof is detected the sunroof will automatically retract Remove the obstruc tion if this occurs Next press the switch forward and release to Express Close Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction ice debris etc prevents closing press the switch forward and hold for two seconds after
252. s 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 vehicle 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 ee F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 371 Call Toll Free at e 1 800 890 4038 U S e 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at e www techauthority daimlerchrysler com e www daimlerchrysler ca manuals INDEX 374 INDEX aaa ABS Anti Lock Brake System 177 243 Adding Engine Coolant Antif
253. s described on the label attached to the left door or left door center pillar Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback This could impair visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 WARNING To help protect against personal injury passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only not for passengers who should sit in seats and use seat belts Cargo Load Floor The panel in the load floor is reversible for added utility One side is carpeted and the other side features a plastic lined tray which holds a variety of items Cargo Load Floor The cargo load floor is held by spring loaded latches In order to use the cargo load floor use the following procedure NOTE The cargo load floor latches should not be used as cargo tie downs 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M 1 Flip up pull loop s so they are perpendicular straight up to the top surface of the tray 2 Pull up on loop s and twist 90 degrees so they are parallel to the slotted hole in tra
254. s on the temperature dial represent a comfort setting when the Mode knob is set to Auto and not the actual air temperature Operation of the system is quite simple Begin by turning the right mode knob to AUTO and place the blower control left knob to either LO AUTO or HI AUTO The LO AUTO position should be used for front seat occu pants only The HI AUTO position should be used when more air flow is desired or when rear seat occupants are present Dial in the comfort setting you would like the system to maintain by rotating the driver s or passenger s control knob Once the comfort level is selected the system will maintain that level automatically using the heating system Should the desired comfort level require air conditioning the system will automatically make the adjustment You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically Selecting the OFF position on the fan control stops the system completely NOTE The temperature setting can be adjusted at any time without affecting automatic control operation How ever if the driver and or passenger temperature knobs are set to the full hot or full cold positions the air UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 temperature out of the ducts will be full hot or full cold respectively With the temperature setting in these posi tions the system does not attempt automatic comfort control The air conditioning in this syst
255. s triggered in moderate to severe side collisions In certain types of collisions both the front and side airbags may be triggered But even in collisions where the airbags work you need the seat belts to keep you in the right 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 Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger airbag An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in that position Children that are not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt should be secured in the rear seat in a child restraint or belt positioning booster seat Older children who do not use child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint See Child Restraint in this section You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should use their lap and shoulder belts properly 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STAR
256. s 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 right 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 injuries including fatalities if you are not properly buckled up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision which includes you This can happen far away from home or on your own street ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33
257. se eF CD Compact Disc Player Cellular Phone Center High Mounted Stop Light Chart Dre Sizing s bere arem ti ER Rees 376 INDEX aaa Ch cks Safety ode EAD ca eine REP eh 71 Child Restraint 0000 59 65 67 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 63 65 Child Safety Locks 0 asr aa ra a a 17 Clean Air Gasoline 0 0 0 0 e ee eee 269 Climate Control iioc esee o Re RE 222 Clock zizerezecot une Ya e RETE E aS 200 213 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 221 COMPASS soos aede i a e eU ce 190 Compass Variance 6 6 eee ee 196 Computer Trip Travel 0 00 190 Console Overhead soas sorire 0000000 cee eee 149 Contract Service iuc Gcer ew Sa 43x 368 Coolant Pressure Cap 2 eee 316 Cooling System sss i 5450544438 mere LES 314 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 316 Coolant Capacity srice cesse x Ya 341 Coolant Level llle 314 317 Disposal of Used Coolant 317 Drain Flush and Refill 315 Inspection 4 s eee ef pg 317 Points to Remember 00005 318 Pressure Cap ree etx EROR Rer qua e bs 316 Radiator Cap onssectsgie espada qut 316 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 315 341 Cruise Control Speed Control 146 Cruise light e RR RR ER 181 Cup Holders iia sce hoses ee ges 162 Customer Assistance llle 366 Data Recorder Event 00000 eee 57 Daytime Runnin
258. seat back does not touch anything placed on the back seat because this can also affect occupant classification Also if you fold down the rear seat check to be sure it doesn t touch the front passenger seat If the front passenger seat is damaged in any way it should only be serviced by an authorized dealer If the seat is removed or even if the seat attachment bolts are loosened or tightened in any way take the vehicle to an authorized dealer If there is a fault present in the OCS the Airbag Warning Light a red light located in the center of the instrument cluster directly in front of the driver will be turned on This indicates that you should take the vehicle to an authorized dealer The Airbag Warning Light is turned on whenever there is fault that can affect the operation of the airbag system If there is a fault present in the OCS 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE M both the PAD Indicator Light and the Airbag Warning Light are illuminated to show that the passenger airbag is turned off until the fault is cleared If an object is lodged under the seat and interferes with operation of the weight sensors a fault will occur which turns on both the PAD Indicator Light and the Airbag Warning Light Once the lodged object is removed the fault will be automatically cleared after a short period of time e The Driver and Passenger Airbag Inflator Units are located in the center of the ste
259. steel wool a bristle brush or metal polishes e If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once sion Only Mopar cleaners are recommended Do not use e t is important that the drain holes in the lower edges oven cleaner Avoid automatic car washes that use of the doors rocker panels and tailgate must be kept acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the clear and open wheels protective finish e If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is de icer salt etc assure that such materials are well considered the responsibility of the owner packaged and sealed ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 e If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel 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 Interior Care Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp cloth a damp cloth with Mopar Total Clean then Mopar Spot amp Stain Remover if absolutely necessary Do not use harsh cleaners or Armorall Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery Leather Seat Care amp Cleaning Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended
260. t limits the user from dialing invalid combination of numbers For example en UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 234 567 890 is nine digits long which is not a valid phone number the closest valid phone number has ten digits The UConnect system will confirm the phone num ber and then dial The number will appear in the display of certain radios Call by Saying a Name Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Call System will prompt you to say the name of the person you want call After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the person you want to call For example you can say John Doe where John Doe is a previ ously stored name entry in the UConnect phone book Refer to Add Names to Your UConnect Phonebook to learn how to store a name in the phonebook e The UConnect system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number which may appear in the display of certain radios Add Names to Your UConnect Phonebook NOTE Adding names to phonebook is recommended when vehicle is not in motion e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook New Entry 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M e When prompted say the name of the new entry Use of long names helps the voice recognition and is recom mended For example say
261. t 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ee e The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the WARNING vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 Ibs 9 kg Convertible child seats often e Improper installation can lead to failure of an have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing infant or child restraint It could come loose in a direction than infant carriers do so they can be used collision The child could be badly injured or rearward facing by children who weigh more than 20 killed Follow the manufacturer s directions ex Ibs 9 kg but are less than one year old Both types of actly when installing an infant or child restraint child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system Refer to LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System in this section A rearward facing infant restraint should only be used in a rear seat A rearward facing infant restraint in the front seat may be struck by a deploying passenger airbag which may cause se Rearward facing child seats must NEVER be used in vere or fatal injury to the infant the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger airbag unless the airbag is turned off An airbag Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child deployment could cause severe i
262. t the ball mount and hitch ball assembly depending on its size and shape giving a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 NOTE Clean all four Rear Park Assist Sensors regularly taking care not to scratch or damage them The sensors must not be covered with ice snow slush mud dirt or debris Failure to do so can result in the system not working properly The system might not detect an ob stacle behind the fascia or it could provide a false indication that an obstacle is behind the fascia Assure objects are not within 11 8 inches 30 cm from the rear fascia while driving the vehicle Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor problem causing the SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM message to be displayed in the instrument cluster Ultrasonic noise from airbrakes of nearby trucks air powered jackhammers and air powered shop tools to name a few will cause the Rear Park Assist System to be disabled until the ultrasonic noise is no longer present 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M ADJUSTABLE PEDALS IF EQUIPPED This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals to move toward the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel The adjustable pedal system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position The position of the brake and acce
263. ted Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select distances between 2 000 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 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se Easy Entry Exit Seat Available with Memory Seat Only This feature provides automatic driver s seat positioning which will enhance driver mobility out of and into the vehicle The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is enabled or later disabled through the programmable features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No The seat will return to the memorized seat location if REMOTE LINK TO MEMORY is set to YES when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the door For more information refer to Easy Entry Exit Seat Driver Memory Seat in Section 3 of this manual Compass Temperature Trip Computer This display provides the outside temperature one of the eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing and vehicle trip information The comp
264. ted Entry 000000 16 Instrument Cluster ssn 121 123 lrterlok 443m a eee he OES Sie ees 118 123 Lights On Reminder isses 124 Low Fuel 4044400544 434 sirio tree tes 183 LOW Tie sess alas ae s OX nig eau nas 179 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 176 Map Reading Oil Pressure 382 INDEX MM Passing 3 808 a dei a ede d RR obo Oe BATS de 125 Reading soced iteras I e ee ee 119 149 Rear Servicing 24 eed ce ec a e e e ace 339 Rear Tall aise awit ears ue ce be ege 339 Seat Belt Reminder l l 181 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 178 lt a sud od Mae wee eee eal Dx USES 335 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 176 Side Marker 0 0 eee eee eee 339 SmartBeams wi haces ae eee baad bk RES 122 Tire Pressure Monitoring IPMS 179 Traction Control sieer uaa ea 137 178 TurnSignal ev eau sine eas 120 124 337 339 Vanity MIOT 22 aca due acre RR ach n e d 81 Voltage i e ed oblate eb RREREYA 183 Load Floor Cargo selle 167 Loading Vehicle MANOS pecata IEEE ER RUNE UN a e INR 252 LOCKS 1r E RE oe Pah ah ne a 16 Automatic Door llle 19 Child Protection 32 93 3 01 Eo xe P dee 17 Dok exu tC ERU UN ERE UR en sed ds 16 Liftgate Tailgate clle 16 Power Door scs sao ke 6053 84404453 EY A 19 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH uos ic m REN Eo pep 63 65 Lubrication Body cseswra adire pid
265. ted between curtain airbag inflates This especially applies to chil the seat and the floor pan The weight sensors measure dren The side curtain airbag is only about 31 2 inches applied weight and transfers that information to the 9 cm thick when it is inflated OCM e The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of pm e The Side Impact SRS Side Curtain Airbags are de the driver and the front passenger and position every signed to activate only in certain side or rollover one for the best interaction with the front airbag collisions When the ORC with side impact option detects a collision requiring the side curtain airbag to inflate it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain airbag The inflating side cur tain airbag 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 side The front passenger seat assembly contains critical com ponents that affect the front passenger airbag deploy ment Correctly functioning front passenger seat compo nents are critical for the Occupant Classification System OCS to properly classify the front passenger and calcu late the proper airbag deployment Do not m
266. ted on the inside of the doors or with the driver s door key lock cylinder will not set the alarm To Disarm the System To disarm the system use the remote keyless entry transmitter Also using a valid sentry key and moving the ignition switch to the ON START position will disarm the system 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 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 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 entry transmitter to disarm the system The Security Alarm System will not disarm with a manual unlock either through the lock plunger located on the inside of the door or through a key in the driver s door key cylinder LIFTGATE To open the liftgate pull up squeeze on the handle and lift Manually unlocking the vehicle doors with the plunger or a key in the lock cylinder will not unlock the liftgate Liftgate Release 8167d4ce ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 WARNING Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into you
267. ter Yes Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Section 4 for more information 12 Repeat the above steps to set the next memory position using the other numbered memory button or to link another Remote Keyless Entry transmitter to memory Memory Position Recall NOTE The vehicle must be in Park to recall memory positions If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not in Park a message will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC To recall the memory settings for driver one press memory button number 1 on the driver s door or the Unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmit ter linked to memory position 1 To recall the memory setting for driver two press memory button number 2 on the driver s door or the Unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmit ter linked to memory position 2 A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory buttons on the drivers door during a recall S 1 or 2 When a recall is cancelled the driver s seat driver s mirror and the pedals stop moving A delay of one second will occur before another recall can be selected es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 To Disable A Transmitter Linked to Memory 1 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key 2 Press and release memory button number 1 The system will recall any memory settings stored
268. that both latches engage 8167d09c Hood Release Lever Underhood Safety Latch 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving LIGHTS Interior Lighting The interior lighting consists of courtesy lights mounted below the instrument panel an overhead console light assembly which contains both driver and passenger reading lights reading lights located above the rear doors and a rear cargo light Opening a door or turning the center of the multi function control lever to the extreme up position will activate all interior courtesy lights ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Front Map Reading Lights These lights are mounted in the overhead console Each 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 There are also reading lights located above the rear doors Each light can be turned on by pressing the front recessed area of the lens To turn these lights off press the recessed area of the lens a second time 813ac107 Front Map Reading Lights 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M Multi Function Control Lever The multi function control lever controls the operation of the headlights turn signals headlight
269. the ESP Partial Off mode is overcome turn ESP back on by momentarily depressing the ESP Control Switch This may be done while the vehicle is in motion ESP BAS Warning Lamp and ESP TCS Indicator Light The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP is combined with the BAS indicator The yellow ESP BAS Warning Lamp and the yellow ESP TCS Indicator Light in the instrument cluster both come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position They should go out with the engine running ESP BAS If the ESP BAS Warning Lamp comes on continuously with the engine running a mal function has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system or both If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected NOTE e The ESP TCS Indicator Light and the ESP BAS Warning Lamp come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON e Each time the ignition is turned ON the ESP System will be ON even if it was turned off previously e The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active This is normal the sounds will stop when ESP becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESP activation 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM
270. the Airbag Warning Light will turn off The PAD Indicator Light will function normally Refer to Pas senger 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 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Se 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 If Equipped is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle It is designed to turn off the front passenger airbag in the unlikely event that a rear facing infant seat is in the front passenger seat ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 NOTE Children 12 years and under should always ride D buckled up in a rear seat in an appropriate child restraint e The Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light If Equipped an amber light located in the center of the instrument panel tells the driver and front pas senger when the front passenger airbag is turned off The PAD Indicator Light illuminates the words PASS AIR BAG OFF to s
271. tion JE MOSS EQ CD MO Pay shad digas ae Number ESN SID 0 0 00000 ec eee 216 INGE Nor ewe ne ie aieaeh Sans atc a Selecting Satellite Mode In RAQ Radios 217 Operation Instructions F CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play 210 Selecting a Channel 217 Load Eject Button CD Mode For MP3 Play 210 Storing And Selecting Pre Set Channels 218 lll Sales Code REC AM FM CD 6 Disc Radio Dang The TTY rogram Type Dalton With Navigation System 0 0 212 a a ee EH Operating Instructions Satellite Radio PTY Button Scan ssseesa a eee a eas 218 lf Equipped 22e IRR 213 PTY Button Seek 0 2 ee eee 218 Clock Setting Procedure 213 Satellite Antenna 00 0 218 Wi Video Entertainment System Sales Code XRV Reception Qualify Lakes sae E RR E ara 219 ICD ed ses tient tt ete ans tud cas ll Remote Sound System Controls 219 ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Radio Operation 000000 220 Summer Operation 0000000 228 CD B ayer smoren peri ei ete eae te 220 Winter Operation E CD DVD Disc Maintenance 221 Vacation Storage eee eee Wi Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 221 Window Fogging Mi Climate Controls 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 eee 222 Outside Air Intake
272. tion for artist song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios Playlist files are not supported MP3 Pro files are not supported Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded the radio checks all files on the medium If the medium contains a lot of folders or files the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following e Media CD RW media may take longer to load than CD R media e Medium formats Multisession discs may take longer to load than non multisession discs e Number of files and folders Loading times will increase with more files and folders To increase the speed of disc loading it is recommended to use CD R media and single session discs To create a single session disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME Operation Instructions CD Mode for MP3 Audio Play SEEK Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next MP3 File Pressing the left side of the SEEK button plays the beginning of the MP3 file Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the previous file LOAD EJECT Button CD Mode for MP3 Play LOAD EJECT Load Press the LOAD EJECT button and the push button with the corresponding number where the CD is bein
273. tion 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 in the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release 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 39 WARNING e The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly automatic locking re tractor feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Seat Belt Pretensioners The driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with a pretensioning device that is designed to remove any slack from t
274. 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 tire was manufactured Example 031 could represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991 252 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL 5 FRO t 1 P195 70R14 T125 70D15 j3 200kPa 29PSI 420kPa 60PSI 4 SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Cli 4N109268 P 811b5a9a Tire and Loading Information This placard tells you important information about the 1 number
275. tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance charac teristics resulting in changes to steering han dling and braking of your vehicle This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension components You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle e Uneven tire wear such as feathering and one sided Never use a tire with a smaller load index or wear capacity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load e Vehicle pull to right or left index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Tires may also cause the vehicle to pull left or right Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having Alignment will not correct this problem See your autho adequate speed capability can result in sudden rized dealer for proper diagnosis tire failure and loss of vehicle control may result in false speedometer and odometer read ings Alignment and Balance Poor suspension alignment may result in e Fast tire wear Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out of balance Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM TPMS Premium System The Tire Pressure Monitor Syste
276. tlet Power Outlet 160 Auxiliary Power Outlet 040 160 Battery E tes PS ea gate Pha eae Se 307 en INDEX 375 Emergency Starting 0 0 0 0 cee eee 289 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 24 Saving Feature Protection 120 Bearings 26e cone ag RET rV CR tee eae 324 Belts Drive llle 304 Belts Seat ac a4 4 440s 6 abet saa ba blest A ACAD 33 Body Mechanism Lubrication 311 B Pillar Location 2 0 eee ee 252 Brake Assist System 0 0 00 e eee eee 132 Brake Control System Electronic 130 Brake System sam un c BERG ERSTES 319 Anti Lock ABS s s yen 131 243 Fluid Check 4 226 m E stead 321 HOSES ansa dea tee o Rt ears A ale ae 320 Parking 22239 reiii menina 241 Warning Light ied eR RE Reb amami 176 Brake Transmission Interlock 237 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 69 Bulb Replacement 0004 334 335 Capacities Fluid Caps Filler Puel ec texas Sa ERE Ee Radiator Coolant Pressure Car Washes sos e e RP REY era Carbon Monoxide Warning Cargo Area Cover Cargo Area Features 0 0 0 s eeu Cargo Compartment 000000 Light 2x aee bob esc n Reds bebes Cargo Light zs icc Osc oa adie Saat ia E Sae eds Cargo Load Floor coseno ariran re eee ee Cargo Ne Downs 5a x3 Rey e s Catalytic Converter Caution Exhaust GaSe restora dita tra
277. tly 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 Event Data Recorder EDR In the event of an airbag deployment your vehicle is designed to record up to 2 seconds of specific vehicle data parameters see list below in an event data recorder prior to the moment of airbag deployment Please note that such data are ONLY recorded if an airbag deploys and are otherwise unavailable In conjunction with other data gathered during a complete accident investigation the electronic data may be used by DaimlerChrysler Corporation and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle performance In addition to crash investigations initiated by DaimlerChrysler Corpo ration such investigations may be requested by custom ers insurance carriers government officials and profes sional crash researchers such as those associated with universities and with hospital and insurance organiza tions In the event that an investigation is undertaken by DaimlerChrysler Corporation regardless of initiative the company or its designated representative will first obtain permission of the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle usually the vehicle owner or lessee before accessing the electronic data stored unless ordered to download dat
278. traint Control ORC Module detects a moderate to severe frontal collision to help restrain the driver and front passenger and then to immediately deflate NOTE A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags any or all of the following may occur e The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra sions and or skin reddening to the driver and 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 manufacturer s instruc tions for cleaning It is not advisable to drive your
279. trap Route the tether strap over the seat back and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat For the outboard seating positions route the tether over the head rests and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat Tether Strap Mounting ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 WARNING An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts 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
280. try Unlock button is pressed If this feature is not selected then the memory seat mirror and radio settings can only return to the 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Se memory set position using the door mounted switch Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Sound Horn With Lock When this feature is selected a short horn sound will occur when the remote keyless entry Lock button is pressed This feature may be selected with or without the flash lights on lock unlock feature Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Flash Lights With Lock When this feature is selected the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Headlamp Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose when exiting the vehicle to have the headlamps remain on for 30 60 or 90 seconds or not remain on Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select 30 60 90 or OFF Illuminated Approach When this feature is selected the driver can choose when entering the vehicle to have the headlamps come on for 30 60 or 90 seconds or not come on at all Pressing the STEP button when in this display will sel
281. turn to the main menu 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 using the Phonebook Edit feature Delete Entries in the UConnect Phonebook NOTE Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Delete e After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say List Names to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose To select one of the entries from the list press the Voice Recognition 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 which designation you wish to delete home work mobile or pager Say the designation you wish to delete Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted After confirmation the phonebook entries will be de leted Note that only the phonebook in the current language is deleted 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Delete All Entries in the UConnect Phonebook e P
282. ubbing alcohol the bulb with rubbing alcohol Front Fog Light 1 Reach behind the front fascia from under the vehicle 2 Turn the front fog light bulb 1 4 turn counter clock wise to remove from housing 3 Disconnect the electrical connector and replace bulb en MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal and Back Up Lights 1 Raise the liftgate 2 Remove the two Torx fasteners 81572594 3 Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the housing TAIL STOP LIGHT BULB TAIL TURN SIGNAL BULB BACK UP LIGHT BULB 815727c5 4 Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket 5 Replace the bulb reinstall the socket and reattach the light assembly 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL 2 Twist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket 4 Replace the bulb reinstall the socket and reattach the CHMSL 1 Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL 815727fa ee MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 FLUID CAPACITIES U S Metric Fuel Approximate 20 6 Gallons 78 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 6 1 Liter Engine SAE 0W 40 API Certified 7 Qts 6 6 Liters Cooling System 6 1 Liter Engine Mopar Engine Coolant Antifreeze 5 Year 14 8 Ots 14 Liters 100 000 Mile Formula ncludes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE M
283. uck 238 Rotation Tires 2 0 0 0 ee 268 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 71 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 71 Safety Defects Reporting llle 369 Safety Information Tire assess heess etes 247 Dalety pS karma cad atom eee aa 70 Satellite Radio oe auan e aaa ae 213 216 Satellite Radio Antenna 004 218 Schedule Maintenance lees 346 Seat Belt Maintenance 00004 71 Seat Belt Reminder sess 39 Seat Bells Tersan reri ede eb asede wes de Cd 33 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 37 And Pregnant Women 004 41 Child Restraint cca 64 0 dc ec xen 59 67 Extender Front Seat Inspection 386 INDEX MM Maintenance 00000 eee eee 71 328 Pretensioners 1 0 eee eee ee eee 39 IRCMINGGE use donee RS RUE ee eo 181 Shoulder Belt Anchorage 0 37 O6 lS 2k bby ae ese ewe ae cede ee aS es 105 Adjustment sy harnes odene E AEE 105 Cleaning siora stom see enone aie da 327 basy Entity lt i akc ug ut EER CERE 115 Head Restraints 0 02 107 Heated avechadheea deena ee ed haem ee ae 108 Lumbar Support 0 000 0000 106 MEMORY 2 cono eos p S Ines Ua cette Bates 112 POWe uae anexo wh ES he ERE E d ege 108 hear Folding i24 a en cri Re 109 Reclining 4 300245 45420145454 92424545 106 Security Against Theft 00 16 Security Alarm T
284. uge CAUTION The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera ture Any reading within the normal range indicates that Driving with a hot engine cooling system could the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads H The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with ture when driving in hot weather up mountain grades the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops or when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to back into the normal range If the pointer remains on exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range the H and you hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and call for service WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant If you decide to look under the hood your self refer to Section 7 of this manual Follow the warnings under Cooling System Pressure Cap es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 14 Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display When the appropriate conditions exist this display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC messages Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Cen ter later in this section 15 Electronic Stability Program ESP Warning Light Brake Assist System BAS Warning Light If Equipped The ESP BAS warning light in the instru
285. ull ESP function See page 130 for more information 12 Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Each tire including the spare if provided l should be checked monthly when cold and i inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accord ingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a signifi cantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ME 13 Temperature Ga
286. umbered button 1 or 2 are pressed you erase the memory settings for that button and store a new one 1 Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position 2 Press the driver door memory button number 1 if you are setting the memory for driver 1 or button number 2 if you are setting the memory for driver 2 The system will recall any stored settings Wait for the system to complete the memory recall before continuing to step 3 3 Adjust the driver s seat recliner and driver s side view mirror to the desired positions 4 Adjust the brake and accelerator pedals to the desired positions 5 Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets up to 10 AM and 10 FM stations can be set 6 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key 7 Press and release the SET S button located on the driver s door 8 Within 5 seconds press and release memory button 1 or 2 on the driver s door The next step must be performed within 5 seconds if you desire to also use a Remote Keyless Entry transmitter to recall memory positions 9 Press and release the Lock button on one of the transmitters 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE M 10 Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position 11 Select Remote Linked to Memory in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC and enter Yes or select Use Factory Settings from the EVIC and en
287. unced press the Voice recognition button and say Select or Delete Also see the next two sections for an alternate way to select or de lete a paired phone Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect system The phone must have been previously paired to the UConnect system that you want to use it with e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Select Phone e The phone names along with priority numbers will be announced ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 e When prompted say the priority number of the cellu lar phone you wish to select You can also press the Voice Recognition button anytime while the list is being played then say the priority number of the phone that you wish to select The selected phone will be used for the next phone call If the selected phone is not available the UCon nect system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near approximately with in 30 feet the vehicle Delete UConnect Paired Cellular Phones e Press the Phone button to begin e After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Phone Pairing e At the next prompt say Delete e The phone names along with priority numbers will be announced e When prompted say the priority number of the cellu lar phone you wish
288. up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature SALES CODE RAQ AM FM CD 6 DISC RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO HANDS FREE PHONE AND VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS VES CAPABILITIES NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate INFO TIME 44 RW FF gt gt 144 SEEK i wure SCAN 0 z Emu 6 DISC MP3 pascua 3 4 5 6 RND j c j c j PTY 81365bb1 RAO Radio Operating Instructions Radio Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio ee UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Power Switch Volume Control Rotary Press the ON VOL control to turn the radio ON Press the ON VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played For your convenience the volume can be turned down but not up when the audio system is off and the ignition is ON Mode
289. us Light Adult OFF ON Grocery Bags Heavy Briefcases and Other Rela ON OFF tively Light Ob jects Empty or Very Small Objects OFF DEP Since the system senses weight some small objects will turn the PAD Indicator Light on ee THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 The OCS classifies an occupant using weight sensors mounted in the base of the front passenger seat Any weight on the seat will be sensed by the system Objects hanging on the seat or other passengers pushing down on the seat will also be sensed The weight of an adult will cause the system to turn the airbag on In this case the OCS has classified the occupant of the seat as an adult An adult occupant needs to sit in a normal position with their feet on or near the floor in order to be properly classified Reclining the seat back too far may change how an occupant is classified by the OCS Drivers and adult passengers should verify that the PAD Indicator Light is not illuminated when an adult is riding in the front passenger seat If an adult occu pant s weight is transferred to another part of the vehicle like the door or instrument panel the weight sensors in the seat may not properly classify the occupant Objects lodged under the seat or between the seat and the center console can prevent the occupant s weight from being measured properly and may result in the occupant being improperly classified Ensure that the front passenger
290. ut overdrive whenever pos NOTE During severe braking conditions a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard sible This is normal indicating that the Anti Lock Brake System is functioning WARNING e Engines may idle at higher speeds during warm up which could cause rear wheels to spin and result in loss of vehicle control Be especially careful while driving on slippery roads in close quarter maneuver ing parking or stopping To use your brakes and accelerator more safely follow these tips 246 STARTING AND OPERATING Se e Do not drive too fast for road conditions especially when roads are wet or slushy A wedge of water can build up between the tire tread and the road This hydroplaning action can cause loss of traction braking ability and control e After going through deep water or a car wash brakes may become wet resulting in decreased performance and unpredictable braking action Dry the brakes by gentle intermittent pedal action while driving at very slow speeds POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost If for some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort especially
291. ven cellular phones to be linked to system Only one linked or paired cellular phone can be used with the system at a time The system is available in English Spanish or French languages as equipped ee UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system and the control buttons that will enable you to access the system 8105b20d UConnect Switches The UConnect system can be used with any Hands Free Profile certified Bluetooth cellular phone See www chrysler com uconnect for supported phones If your cellular phone supports a different profile e g Headset Profile you may not be able to use any UCon nect features Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details The UConnect system is fully integrated with the vehicle s audio system The volume of the UConnect system can either be adjusted from the radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control right switch if so equipped The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the UConnect system such as CELL or caller ID on certain radios 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Se Operations Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnect system and to navigate through the UConnect menu structure Voice commands are required after most UConnect system prompts You will be prompted for a specific command and then
292. ver out of P Park or N Neutral if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse 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 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 LOCK position To move the gear selector lever out of the P Park position the ignition switch must be turned to the ON position and the brake pedal must be depressed Gear Ranges NOTE After selecting any gear range wait amoment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating This is especially important when the engine is cold If there is a need to restart the engine be sure to cycle the key to the LOCK position before restarting Transmission gear engagement may be delayed after restarting the engine if the key is not cycled to the LOCK position first 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 238 STARTING AND OPERATING Se WARNING Unintended movement of a veh
293. w hitch of your vehicle Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer accidents STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on Consider the following items when computing the your bumper or trailer hitch weight on the rear axle of the vehicle e The tongue weight of the trailer e The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle e The weight of the driver and all passengers NOTE Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle Also additional factory installed options or dealer installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle Refer to the Tire and Loading Information plac 81546640 ard in the Tire Safety Information Section of this manual for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle 280 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Towing Requirements WARNING To promote proper break in of your new vehicle driv etrain components the following guidelines are recom Improper towing can lead to an injury accident mended Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer CAUTION and will not shift during travel Wh
294. water drains In winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice slush and snow STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS H Starting Procedures s444seidsvinsenevauss 234 Normal Starting 00000 234 Extreme Cold Weather Below 20 F 29 C 235 If Engine Fails To Start sss 235 After Starting ss 2 ne fee m ieee ds 236 B Transmission Shifting isse rrr nns 236 5 Speed Automatic Transmission 236 Gear Ranges cossires lees 237 Rocking The Vehicle llle 238 la AutoStick 2 0 ee AutoStick Operation seese reiss netsesa AutoStick General Information H Parking Brake 0 uaaa 241 E Anti Lock Brake System 000 243 MPower Steering eager RFCePag a REP 246 Bi Tire Safety Information 247 Tire Markings 0000000 247 Tire Identification Number TIN 251 232 STARTING AND OPERATING Se Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 252 Premium System siaina aa diaa a a S 265 H Tires General Information 256 General Information 268 R n Flat Tires 22222 v Be ciREC E eet OPES 256 W Tire Rotation Recommendations 268 Tire Pressures oa esta aes Roy aha ee 257 W Fuel Re
295. ws the driver to engage the AutoStick mode Moving the shift lever to the right or the left will engage the Autostick mode In normal driving mode Boxed D displayed in the PRNDL moving the shift lever to the right will engage the Autostick mode putting the transmission in the cur rently engaged gear Moving the shift lever to the Left will engage the Autostick mode and downshift the trans mission 1 gear For example the transmission is in Normal Mode and is currently operating in 3rd gear a boxed D is displayed in the PRNDL a push to the right will engage the Autostick mode in 3rd and a Boxed 3 will be displayed in the PRNDL A push to the left will engage Autostick mode and downshift to 2nd gear and a Boxed 2 will be displayed in the PRNDL Once Autostick mode is engaged a move to the Right or left will trigger a upshift or trigger a downshift NOTE In the Autostick mode the transmission will only shift up and down when Left or Right D D is manually selected by the driver The transmission will not honor a downshift command if the downshift would result in a engine overspeed condi tion The transmission will always honor a upshift com mand from 1st to 2nd gear however 2nd 3rd 3rd 4th and 4th 5th upshift commands will not be honored if the vehicle speed is to low to maintain operation in the commanded gear The transmission will automatically downshift as the vehicle slows to a stop
296. xt 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 CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc The center button on the left side rocker switch has no function for a single disc CD player However when a multiple disc CD player is equipped on the vehicle the center button will select the next available CD in the player es UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 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 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
297. y 3 Lift tray over loop s and reposition tray 4 Pull up on loop s and twist 90 degrees so they are perpendicular straight up to the slotted hole in tray 5 Push loop s back down so they are parallel to the top of the tray REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper Washer A switch 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 center of the switch all the way up or down will turn on the wash function The wash pump will continue to operate as long as the button is pressed Upon release the wipers will cycle three times before returning to the set position Rear Wiper Washer Switch es UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned OFF the wiper will automatically return to the Park position If the liftgate flipper glass is open connection to the rear window wiper is interrupted preventing activation of the rear wiper blade When the liftgate flipper glass is closed the rear wiper switch or the ignition switch needs to be turned OFF and ON to restart the rear wiper 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 flui

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