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1. Safety—

WARNING!

•

Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can

cause accidents.

•

Under inflation increases tire flexing and can

result in tire failure.

•

Over inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion

shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause
damage that results in tire failure.

•

Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob-

lems. You could lose control of your vehicle.

•

Overinflated or under inflated tires can affect

vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in
loss of vehicle control.

•

Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom-

mended pressure.

2. Economy—
Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear
patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal
wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for
earlier tire replacement. Under inflation also increases
tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consump-
tion.

3. Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability—
Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride.
Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride.
Both under-inflation and over inflation affect the stability
of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish
response or over-responsiveness in the steering.

Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict-
able steering response.

Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the
vehicle to drift left or right.

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STARTING AND OPERATING

Summary of Contents for 2004 Concorde

Page 1: ...ING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 51 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 101 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 149 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 175 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 187 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 235 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 251 10 INDEX 261 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 2: ...I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 䡵 How To Use This Manual 4 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 6 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 6 1 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 4: ...en it comes to service remember that your manufac turers dealer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained technicians and genuine Mopar威 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 HOW TO USE TH...

Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION 5 1 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 6: ...nt information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is on a stamped plate at the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also ap pears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label as a convenient record of your vehicle identification nu...

Page 7: ...ks 14 Power Door Locks 14 Central Locking Feature If Equipped 15 Child Protection Lock System Rear Doors 15 Automatic Rolling Door Locks 16 Automatic Unlock On Exit Only Available If Automatic Door Locks Enabled 18 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry 18 To Unlock The Doors 18 Enable Disable Lamp Flash 19 To Lock The Doors 19 Enable Disable Horn Chirp 19 To Unlock The Trunk 19 Enable Disable Trunk Press And Hol...

Page 8: ...y Warning 26 Trunk Emergency Release 26 䡵 Occupant Restraints 27 Lap Shoulder Belts 28 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 32 Seat Belt Extender 32 Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbag 33 Child Restraint 41 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 48 䡵 Safety Tips 49 Exhaust Gas 49 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 49 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Ou...

Page 9: ...ore than the two second validation time period The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be armed or activated Operation of the system is automatic regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or unlocked During normal operation the Sentry Key Indicator light located on the instrument panel upper cover will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the ignition is turned on for a bulb...

Page 10: ...lectronics do not receive a valid signal from the ignition key the theft alarm light will flash continuously to signal that the vehicle has been immobilized If the Theft Alarm Light remains On during vehicle operation it indicates a fault in the system electronics All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Important Note about Service A four digi...

Page 11: ... After ten seconds a chime will sound and the Theft Alarm Light will begin to flash Turn the ignition Off and remove the second key 3 Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition and switch the ignition On within 60 seconds After 10 seconds a single chime will sound The Theft Alarm Light will stop flashing and turn On for 3 seconds then turn Off The new Sentry Key has been programmed Repeat this pr...

Page 12: ... position and remove the key NOTE If you try to remove the key before you place the lever in Park the key may become trapped tempo rarily in the key cylinder If this occurs turn the key clockwise slightly then remove the key as described Key In Ignition Reminder Opening the driver s door when the key is in the ignition and is in the OFF LOCK or ACC position sounds a signal to remind you to remove ...

Page 13: ...push button is out It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the OFF or RUN positions GLOVE COMPARTMENT LOCK The glove box lock has been designed so that the key can be inserted only about half way Do not force the key past this point THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 2 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 14: ... 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 DOOR LOCKS Power Door Locks There is a door lock switch on each front door trim panel Press this switch to lock or unlock the four doors 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 15: ...ide the vehicle until you pull up the lock plungers Central Locking Feature If Equipped Turning the key in the driver s door to the unlock position once will unlock only the driver s door Turning the driver s door lock to the unlock position twice within five seconds will unlock all doors Locking either front door with the key will lock all doors Child Protection Lock System Rear Doors To provide ...

Page 16: ...id 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 Automatic Rolling Door Locks On vehicles equipped with an EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center these functions can be selected at the EVIC using the Customer Programmable Features Refer to the EVIC Customer Programmable Features for det...

Page 17: ...ey in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between OFF and ON RUN and back to OFF 4 times ending up in the OFF position 3 Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 2 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 18: ...door unlock switch to unlock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and unlock the trunk from distances up to 40 feet 12 meters using a transmitter You don t have to point the transmit ter at the vehicle to activate the system To unlock the doors Press and release the unlock button on the tr...

Page 19: ...lowing procedure 1 Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Lock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Unlock button 3 Release both buttons NOTE To enable disable the Lamp Flash see proce dure described above To unlock the trunk Press and hold the trunk button on the transmitter to unlatch the trunk Enable Disable Trunk Press and Hold T...

Page 20: ...smitter perform the following proce dure On vehicles equipped with an EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center these functions can be selected at the EVIC using the Customer Programmable Features Refer to EVIC Customer Programmable Features for details NOTE When entering program mode all previously programmed transmitters are erased from memory therefore you must reprogram ALL the transmitters w...

Page 21: ...r programmed will be associated with memory setting 2 Additional transmit ters will not be associated with a memory setting To program your transmitters perform the following 1 Insert key into the igniton and turn the key to the On Run position 2 Adjust the seat and side view mirrors to the desired position Program the radio preset buttons to the desired stations 3 Press and release the Set S butt...

Page 22: ...peration If your Remote Lock Control fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 Weak batteries in transmitter The expected life of batteries is from one to two years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is DL 2016 or its equivale...

Page 23: ...lights park and tail lights and the SET light will flash The horn will stop and if the source of the trigger is still present the lights will continue to flash for another 15 minutes NOTE The engine will not start until you disarm the system To set the alarm 1 Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle 2 Lock the door using either the door key power door lock switch or the...

Page 24: ...s that the system is fully armed To disarm the system Unlock a front door using either the key or the Keyless Entry Transmitter Tamper Alert If the horn sounds 3 times when you unlock a front door using either a key or the Keyless Entry Transmitter the alarm had been triggered Check the vehicle for tamper ing Security System Manual Override The system will not arm if you lock the doors using the m...

Page 25: ...e window part way press the window switch to the detent and release it when you want the window to stop The window lock switch on the driver s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors REMOTE TRUNK LID RELEASE You can open the trunk lid from inside the vehicle by pressing the switch on the left side of the instrument panel The transmission must be in Park before the switch w...

Page 26: ... be able to escape even if they entered through the rear seat If trapped in the trunk children can die from suffocation or heat stroke Trunk Emergency Release The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergency release handle It is located on the inside of the trunk lid near the latch and is coated so that it glows in a darkened trunk Pull on the handle to open the trunk 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFO...

Page 27: ...ater injuries if you are not properly buck led up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision which includes you This can happen far away...

Page 28: ...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 belt...

Page 29: ...rasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Center Console removed from following illustrations THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 2 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 30: ...e internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together 4 Position ...

Page 31: ...your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 6 To release the belt push the red button marked PRESS on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow it to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically ...

Page 32: ...nt Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collis...

Page 33: ...t Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbag This vehicle has front airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers...

Page 34: ... designed to open only when the airbags are inflated If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the side airbags the perfor mance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags do not attach cup holders or any other objects on or around the ...

Page 35: ... with a passen ger front airbag An airbag deployment could cause serious injury or death to an infant in that position Children that are not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt see section on Child Restraint should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt positioning booster seats appropriate for the size and age of the child Older children who do not use child restrai...

Page 36: ... ably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel If the vehicle has side airbags they also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door Sit upright in the center of the seat Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following ACM Airbag Control Module AIRBAG Readiness Light Driver and Passenger Front Airbags Optional Driver and Passenger Side Airbags ...

Page 37: ...teering wheel and column If the key is in the OFF position in the ACC position or not in the ignition the airbags are not on and will not inflate The airbag control module also turns on the AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on then turns the light off If it detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the light either momentari...

Page 38: ...t Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy when the airbag control module detects a moderate to severe frontal col lision to help restrain the driver and right front passen ger and then to immediately deflate NOTE A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system If you do have a c...

Page 39: ... involved in another collision the airbags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed airbags can t protect you in another colli sion Have the airbags replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible How the Side Airbag System Works The side impact airbag control module determines if a side collision is severe enough to require the airbag to inflate The ACM will not detect rollover f...

Page 40: ...g System WARNING Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured because the airbag is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the airbag covers Do not modify the front bumper or vehicle body structure You need proper knee impact protection in a collision Do not mo...

Page 41: ...r ignoring it Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck led up in a rear seat According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat rather than the front WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a missile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not ...

Page 42: ...es of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH anchorage system See the LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System section for greater explana tion Rearward facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position WARNING A rearward facing infan...

Page 43: ...erious personal injury NOTE For additional information refer to www seatcheck org or call 1 866 SEATCHECK Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg and who are older than one year can ride forward facing in the vehicle Forward facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward facing direction are for children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and...

Page 44: ...system called LATCH The LATCH system provides for the installation of the child restraints without using the vehicle s seat belts instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure LATCH compatible child restraint systems are now avail able However because the lower anchorages are to be introduced over a period of y...

Page 45: ...en you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger alon the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces In addition there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seat back and the rear window These tether strap anchorages are under a hinged plastic cover with this symb...

Page 46: ...child restraint manufacturer s instruc tions WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belts The passenger seat belts are equipped ...

Page 47: ...a different seating position To attach a child restraint tether strap 1 Lift the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint 2 Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints raise the head restraint and route the tether strap unde...

Page 48: ...not require a long break in period Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided The crankcase oil inst...

Page 49: ...ows Adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Safety belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have b...

Page 50: ...d Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires includ ing spare for proper pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for brake fluid fuel water oil or other fluid leaks Als...

Page 51: ...ature 56 Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 56 Electric Remote Control Mirrors 57 Mirror Adjustment 57 䡵 Seats 59 Power Seats 59 Power Reclining Seats 59 Driver s Seat Glide To Exit Feature 60 Lumbar Support 61 Heated Seats If Equipped 61 Memory Feature 61 Programming The Remote Keyless Transmitter For The Memory Feature 62 Head Restraints 63 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 64 䡵 Interior Light...

Page 52: ...Control Lever 68 Turn Signals 68 Headlight Dimmer Switch 69 Passing Light 69 Windshield Wipers And Washers 69 Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wipers System 70 䡵 Tilt Steering Column 71 䡵 Traction Control Switch If Equipped 72 䡵 Electronic Speed Control 72 To Activate 73 To Set At A Desired Speed 73 To Deactivate 73 To Resume Speed 74 To Vary The Speed Setting 74 To Accelerate For Passing 74 Using Spe...

Page 53: ...sal Transceiver Button 86 Security 86 䡵 Power Sun Roof If Equipped 87 Wind Buffeting 88 Sun Roof Maintenance 88 䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped 88 Customer Programmable Features 89 Compass Temperature Trip Computer 93 Trip Computer 93 䡵 Overhead Travel Information Center If Equipped 96 US M Button 97 Reset Button 97 Global Reset 97 Step Button 97 Average Fuel Economy AVG E...

Page 54: ...Temperature Display 98 Automatic Compass Calibration 98 Manual Compass Calibration 98 Outside Temperature 100 䡵 Electrcal Power Outlet 100 54 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 55: ...upholder back into the console when they are no longer needed Rear Seat Cupholders The rear cupholders are located in the rear seat folding arm rest Lower the arm rest and the cupholders are exposed COAT HOOK The coat hook is located next to the Rear Seat Reading Courtesy Light Switch Pull the hook down for access UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 55 3 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e d...

Page 56: ... dimming feature A green light in the button will illuminate when this feature is on NOTE This feature is most effective when left in the ON position 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 NOTE On vehicles equipped with the automatic dim ming mirror feature and when the dimming f...

Page 57: ...he mirror switch in the neutral center position to prevent accidental changing of the mirror setting Mirror Adjustment Outside Mirror Driver s Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Right Side Mirror Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle This type of mirror will...

Page 58: ...xterior mirror will return to it s original position This feature can be turned on or off by performing the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Set button 2 Move the horizontal seat switch forward 3 Release the Set button and the horizontal seat switch On vehicles equipped with an EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center these functions can be selected at the EVIC using the Customer Program...

Page 59: ...hicle is moving is dangerous The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked CAUTION Do not place any article under a power seat as it may cause damage to the seat controls Power Reclining Seats The recliner control is on the outboard side of the seat UNDERSTANDING...

Page 60: ... switch is turned on The seatbelt is fastened the seat moves when the seat belt webbing is pulled out During exit the seat will move rearward from the set position when the key is removed from the ignition providing that the seat is not in the full rearward position This feature can be turned on or off by performing the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Set button 2 Move the horizontal seat...

Page 61: ...High Off or Low heat settings An indicator on the switch shows which setting has been chosen Press the switch once to select a heat setting high or low and press the switch a second time to turn the heated seat off NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within 2 to 3 minutes Memory Feature This feature allows the driver to recall one of two pre selected seat outside mirror settings...

Page 62: ...cond seat radio setting press the Set S button then press button 2 within 5 seconds Each time the Set and a numbered button are pressed the old memory is erased and a new one is stored NOTE The vehicle must be in Park to activate the Memory feature Programming the Remote Keyless Transmitter for the Memory Feature Your remote transmitters can be programmed to return the driver s seat mirror and rad...

Page 63: ...ils When newly purchased or replacement transmitters are programmed into the vehicle the first transmitter trained will be associated with memory setting 1 and the second transmitter trained will be associated with memory setting 2 Addi tional transmitters will not be associated with a memory setting Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from...

Page 64: ...ated under the front edge of the hood near the center To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Use a firm downward push at the center frone edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged 64 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 65: ...battery drain if you leave a door open or ajar these lights will turn off after 15 minutes After you close the door the interior courtesy lights will again function in the normal matter NOTE The map lights or reading lights that are manu ally switched on will not turn off automatically Instrument Panel Lighting The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be regulated by rotating the dimmer...

Page 66: ...ey will not turn off automatically Rear Seat Reading Courtesy Lights These lights may be individually operated by a switch next to the light The Battery Saver feature will not turn these lights off Be sure the lights are off before leaving the vehicle The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer switch is turned to the dome light position past the detent EXTERIOR LIGHTS Headlights A...

Page 67: ...de NOTE The Automatic Headlight System will turn on the headlights if it detects that the windshield wipers have been in operation for more than 10 seconds Headlight Time Delay This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination for about 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in an unlighted area For vehicles equipped with Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC this is customer pro gramm...

Page 68: ...e when the high beams are turned off and the lights return to the low beam parking light or automatic positions Daytime Running Lights Canada Only The headlights are on at a dimmer level whenever the vehicle is started and the parking brake is released The lights remain on until the ignition switch is turned OFF MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER Turn Signals The arrows on each side of the instrument clu...

Page 69: ...he end of the handle to select the desired wiper speed NOTE The vehicle electronics will shut the windshield wiper system off if the wiper motor has been trying to move a stuck wiper blade for more than 20 seconds This feature prevents damage to the wiper motor If this occurs free the stuck blade and then turn the ignition switch Off then On This will reset the system To use the washer push the kn...

Page 70: ...e and during windshield washer use Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wipers System Use the intermittent feature of this system when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable For maximum delay between cycles turn the control knob into the upper end of the delay range The delay interval decreases as you turn the knob until it enters the LO continual spee...

Page 71: ...he wheel firmly in place WARNING Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Without a stable steering col umn you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Adjust the column only while the ve hicle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 3 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 72: ... in the instrument cluster turns off NOTE Traction Control System comes on each time the ignition switch is turned On This will occur even if you used the switch to turn the Traction system off during the previous ignition cycle ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL This device can be engaged to take over the accelerator operation at speeds between 30 mph 48 km h and 85 mph 137 km h The controls are mounted on...

Page 73: ...ays leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed and the system is activated press and release the SET button Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pushing the CANCEL button or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the...

Page 74: ...speed will decrease For example tapping the button 3 times will decrease the speed by 3 mph 5 km h etc To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return to the set speed WARNING Speed Control can be dangerous where the system can t maintain a constant speed Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose ...

Page 75: ...le to drive without Speed Control Rolling Hills The transmission may downshift into third gear and remain there as the vehicle travels over rolling hills The transmission will upshift into fourth gear when the road flattens out The transmission will resume its normal shift schedule if you depress the accelerator pedal during any of the above conditions OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contain...

Page 76: ...OPENER IF EQUIPPED Equipped in vehicles that have the optional Overhead Travel Information System OTIS The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that oper ate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates or home lighting It triggers these devices at the push of a button The Universal Transceiver operates off your vehicle s battery and ch...

Page 77: ...If your garage door opener located in the garage is equipped with an antenna make sure that the antenna is hanging straight down 1 Turn off the engine WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run the vehicle s exhaust while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause seri ous injury or death WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are tr...

Page 78: ...then rapidly The rapid flashing indicates successful programming If after 90 seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goes out return to step 1 and repeat the procedure To train the other buttons repeat steps 3 and 4 Be sure to keep your hand held transmitters in case you need to retrain the Universal Transceiver If you do not successfully program the Universal Trans ceiver to learn t...

Page 79: ...cate the training button on the garage door motor head unit The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener manufacturer If you have difficulty in locating the training button check your garage door opener manual or call 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com 2 Press and hold the training button on the garage door opener head unit This will activate the tra...

Page 80: ...e light in the display shows that the signal is being transmitted The hand held transmitter may also be used at any time Reprogramming A Single Button 1 Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to be reprogrammed Do not release until step 4 has been completed 2 When the indicator light begins to flash slowly after 20 seconds position the hand held transmitter 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away fr...

Page 81: ...icles that have the optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that oper ate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates or home lighting It triggers these devices at the push of a button located on the overhead console The universal transceiver operates off your vehicle s battery and c...

Page 82: ...itter before programming If your garage door opener located in the garage is equipped with an antenna make sure that the antenna is hanging straight down 1 Turn off the engine WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run the vehicle s engine while programming the universal transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death WARNING Your motorized door or gate ...

Page 83: ...Place the hand held controller at the lower left corner of the display and approximately 1 to 3 inches away from the surface of the universal transceiver while keeping the display in view 4 Using both hands simultaneously press and hold the button on the hand held transmitter and the button you would like to program on the universal transceiver The display on the universal transmitter will show TR...

Page 84: ...for customer assistance at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Rolling Code Programming NOTE If your hand held transmitter appears to pro gram the universal transceiver but your garage door or other device does not operate and your device was manufactured after 1996 your garage door opener or other device may have a Rolling Code system On garage door openers with the Rolling Code...

Page 85: ...p 2 you have 30 seconds to start step 3 3 Return to the universal transceiver in the vehicle and firmly press and release the garage door button Press and release the button a second time to complete the training process Some garage door openers may require you to do this procedure a third time to complete the training Your garage door opener should now recognize your universal transceiver The rem...

Page 86: ... appears in the display the previous programming for the button has now been erased and a new device has been programmed to the button This procedure will not affect any other programmed buttons Security If you sell your vehicle be sure to erase the frequencies To erase all of the previously programmed frequencies hold down buttons one and three until CLEARED CHANNELS appears in the display NOTE I...

Page 87: ... press and hold the OPEN button If the sun roof is open and you wish to vent it press and hold the VENT button The sunshade can be opened manually It will also open as the sun roof opens The sunshade cannot be closed if the sun roof is open WARNING In an accident there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sun roof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten...

Page 88: ... minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting Sun Roof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED The vehicle information center when the appropriate conditions exist displays the following WARNING mes sages and symbols Each ...

Page 89: ...ture including the trip computer functions Press the STEP button while in this display selects English Francaise Deutsch Italiano or Espanol As you continue the displayed information will be shown in the selected language US or Metric Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects US or Metric The overhead console and instrument panel displays will be in the selected units UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 90: ...display will select DRIV ER S DOOR 1ST or ALL DOORS Remote Linked To Memory Available with Memory Seat Only When this feature is selected the memory seat mirror and radio settings will return to the memory set position when the remote keyless entry Unlock button is pressed If this feature is not selected then the memory seat mirror and radio settings can only return to the memory set position usin...

Page 91: ...en this feature is selected a service interval between 2 000 3 200 km and 6 000 miles 9 600 km in 500 mile 800 km increments may be selected Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select distances between 2 000 3 200 km and 6 000 miles 9 600 km in 500 mile 800 km increments Reset Service Distance Displays Only if Service Interval was Changed When this feature is selected the current ac...

Page 92: ...lected and the MENU button is pressed the EVIC will display PRESS RE MOTE LOCK UNLOCK THEN PRESS UNLOCK followed by a chime to indicate the training sequence can commence You have approximately 30 seconds to train up to four transmitters after each transmitter is trained a chime will sound indicating that the training was suc cessful If remote link to memory is YES the first transmitter trained wi...

Page 93: ...lay is the normal display When the C T button is pressed or the customer pro grammable features have been stepped through the compass temperature display returns Trip Computer This feature located in the overhead console displays the following information when the display is in the Compass Temperature mode and the STEP button is pressed UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 3 I n f o r m a...

Page 94: ...he accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset Miles to Service Shows the distance remaining to require service NOTE This display can be reset to the set service interval by pressing and holding the RESET button for 3 seconds Blank Screen Shows a blank screen Pressing the STEP button returns to the compass and temperature display Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating...

Page 95: ...y to Compass Temperature Press and hold the RESET button to change the display between VAR compass variance and CAL compass calibration modes When the CAL sym bol is displayed complete three 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal objects or power lines The CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geogra...

Page 96: ...HEAD TRAVEL INFORMATION CENTER IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to choose between a compass temperature display and one of five trip conditions being monitored Pressing the STEP button will select the available trip information Pressing the US M button will toggle between US and Metric displays Pressing the C T Com pass Temperature button will return the display to the normal compass temperatur...

Page 97: ... to choose or cycle through the five trip conditions Average Fuel Economy AVG ECO This display shows the average fuel economy since the last reset Distance To Empty DTE This display shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank The distance is calculated by multiplying the amount of fuel remain ing by the projected fuel economy The distance predicted will ch...

Page 98: ... free from large metal or metallic objects the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL light does not appear you must calibrate the compass Find an open area away from large metal objects With the ignition ON and the compass temperature displayed press and hold the RESET button until the CAL symbol appear...

Page 99: ...ne to return to the normal compass temperature display NOTE To ensure proper compass calibration make sure the compass variance is properly set before manu ally calibrating the compass see variance map UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 3 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 100: ...d by a 15 amp fuse The outlet may be converted to a cigar lighter by installing the dealer obtained smoker s package The outlet is operated by the ignition switch when in the run or acc positions only You may convert the outlet from ignition to battery power by performing the following Remove the fuse cover from the left end of the instrument panel see the paragraph on fuses in sec tion 7 of this ...

Page 101: ...ital Clock 113 Clock Setting Procedure 114 䡵 Sales Code RAZ AM FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player And CD Player If Equipped 114 Operating Instructions Radio 114 Power Switch Volume Control 114 Seek Button Radio Mode 115 Tuning 115 PTY Program Type Button 115 Balance 116 Fade 116 Tone Control 116 AM FM Selection 117 Scan Button 117 To Set The Radio Push Button Memory 117 To Change From Clock...

Page 102: ...0 FF Tune RW Button 120 Program Button 4 Random Play 120 Mode 120 Tape CD Button 121 Time Button 121 Scan Button 121 䡵 Sales Code RBB AM FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer Capability 121 Operating Instructions 121 Power Button 122 Electronic Volume Control 122 Seek 122 Tune 122 To Set The Push Button Memory 122 Balance 123 Fade 123 Bass And Treble Tone Control 123 AM FM Selec...

Page 103: ...cs 131 Seek Button 132 FF Tune RW 132 Mode Button 132 Program Button 1 132 Program Button 4 Random Play 132 Program Button 5 132 Time Button 132 Changing Modes 132 Removing Discs From The CD Changer 133 CD Changer Operation With The Changer Off 133 䡵 Remote Sound System Controls If Equipped 133 Radio Operation 134 Tape Player 134 CD Player Single Disc In Radio 134 CD Player 6 Disc CD Changer 134 䡵...

Page 104: ...nd Cellular Phones 136 䡵 Climate Controls 137 Manual Air Conditioning Heater Operation 137 Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped 140 104 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 105: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 105 4 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 106: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Concorde Limited Only 106 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 107: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 107 4 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 108: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONCORDE LIMITED ONLY 108 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 109: ...hecked under the hood 4 TRAC ON OFF Lights The Traction Control On light TRAC ON will come on momentarily as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light does not come on have the bulb replaced The TRAC ON light also will come on when the system is controlling traction The Traction Control Off light TRAC OFF will come on momentarily as a bulb check when the ignition switch...

Page 110: ...ht This symbol will light whenever the fluid reser voir is less than 1 4 filled Adding washer fluid will cause the light to go out the next time the ignition is cycled A warning chime will sound when the light comes on 13 Cruise Speed Control Light This light shows that the Speed Control System is ON 14 Engine Coolant Temperature Light This light warns of an overheated engine cool ant condition A ...

Page 111: ...a loose or missing gas cap or poor fuel quality may illuminate the light after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catal...

Page 112: ... Range Indicator This indicator illuminates to show the automatic trans mission gear selection 22 ABS Light This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake system described elsewhere in this manual The yellow ABS light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and may stay on for several seconds If the ABS light does not come on have the system checked by an authorized dealer If the ...

Page 113: ...r to stop the vehicle You could have an accident Have the vehicle checked immediately NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is on It does not show the degree of brake application In an ABS equipped vehicle the Brake System Warning light will come on if the ABS light is not functioning or if the ABS system is not communicating SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK IF EQUIPPED To set the analog clock...

Page 114: ... the M button to set minutes The time setting will increase each time you press a button SALES CODE RAZ AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD PLAYER IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions Radio NOTE Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Power Switch Volume Control Press the ON VOL control to turn the radi...

Page 115: ...ton once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Pressing the PTY button within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broad cast PTY information Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types Program Type Radio Display Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Cl...

Page 116: ... FM Band and stop at all RDS stations Each RDS station will be played for a 10 second scan once around the FM Band and stop at the last station The PTY icon will then turn off Balance The Balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Push in the button and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in The balance will be displayed and continuously updated while the bu...

Page 117: ...ll not be locked into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into memory You can recall the stations stored in SET 2 memory by ...

Page 118: ...will play in the opposite direction Tape Eject Press the EJT Tape button and the cassette will disengage and eject from the radio Scan Button Press this button to play 10 seconds of each selection Press the scan button a second time to cancel the feature Changing Tape Direction If you wish to change the direction of tape travel side being played press the PTY button The lighted arrow in the displa...

Page 119: ... with the CD label facing up The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player If the volume control is ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track one NOTE You may eject a disc with the radio OFF The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to insert...

Page 120: ...next randomly selected track Press TUNE FF to fast forward through the tracks Press the FF button a second time to stop the fast forward feature If TUNE RW is pressed the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing Press button 4 a second time to stop Random Play MODE Press the MODE button to select between the tape player CD player or satellite radio if equipped To ...

Page 121: ...cond time SALES CODE RBB AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CAPABILITY Operating Instructions NOTE Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio NOTE When first learning the control functions the user should set the controls as shown in the following list Tone Controls As illustrated Speaker Con...

Page 122: ...tions without stopping until you release it Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency If the button is pushed and held the radio will continue to tune until the button is released The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pushed To Set The Push Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push butto...

Page 123: ...of that band The mid position provides a flat frequency response AM FM Selection Press the AM FM button to change from AM to FM The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency The display will show ST when a stereo station is received Mode Button Press the MODE button to select between the cassette tape player CD changer or the Satellite Radio if equipped When the Satellite Radi...

Page 124: ...es the direc tional arrows appear on the display To stop Fast Forward or Rewind press the TUNE button again Time Button Press the time button to toggle between station frequency and time of day Pressing this button while playing a cassette tape will change the side of the tape being played NR Noise Reduction Pushing the Number 2 Pre set button when a tape is playing deactivates the Dolby Noise Red...

Page 125: ...ndom order for an interesting change of pace Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road the CD player may skip momentarily Skipping will not damage the disc or the player and play will resume automatically As a safeguard and to protect your CD player one of the following warning sy...

Page 126: ...R AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS Radio Operation Power Volume Control Press the ON VOL control to turn the radio on Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume NOTE Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio 126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 127: ...he balance and push the button back in Bass and Treble Tone Control The tone controls consist of 2 separate bands The bass band is on the left and the treble band is on the right Each band is adjusted by a slider control with a detent at the mid position Moving the control up or down in creases or decreases amplification of that band The mid position provides a flat frequency response AM FM Select...

Page 128: ...ay not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired opera tion NOTE Changes or modifications not expressively ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CD Player Operation NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the volume control...

Page 129: ...the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner Random Play RND Program Button 4 Press the RND button 4 button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Pr...

Page 130: ...ss the RND button 4 button a second time to stop Random Play FF RW TUNE Press FF TUNE RW to skip through the tracks in the desired direction until the button is released it will not stop at the beginning end of any track until you release the button Disc Program Button 5 Press the DISC button 5 button to play the previous disc Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD ...

Page 131: ...structions follow 1 Select and press any numbered button without an illuminated light above it 2 Insert the CD while the light above the chosen button is flashing and the two lights on either side of the slot are illuminated 3 Upon insertion the CD will begin to play and both the button light and the lights in the corner of the loading slot will illuminate 4 Repeat the process for loading any addi...

Page 132: ...rent compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace The CD changer stays in the random play mode when changing to the next disc NOTE The changer will not random play between discs Press the top of the Seek button once to move to the next randomly selected track Press the bottom of the Seek button to go back to the beginning of the track Press button 4 a second time to stop r...

Page 133: ...anger Operation with the Changer Off The CD changer is able to load and eject discs with the ignition power off However while the ignition is off one of the six numbered buttons must be pressed first REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches The right hand control is ...

Page 134: ... if it is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second selection three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left hand switch has no function in this mode CD Player Single Disc in Radio Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go ...

Page 135: ... corrected before use To rewind a loose tape insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape drive gear and twist the pencil in the required directions Maintain your cassette tape player The head and capstan shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played The result of deposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap around and become lodged in...

Page 136: ... If you experience difficulty in playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged oversized or have theft protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the operation of a cellular phone in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy perfor mance from your radio This condition may be lessened or eliminated by re...

Page 137: ...r Temperature Control Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment The blue area of the control indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures Mode Control Use this control to direct the flow of air as follows NOTE The dot between the mode control icons is a mix position between the two modes Recirculate Air is recirculate...

Page 138: ...TE There is a varying temperature differential between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort The warmer air goes to the floor outlets This feature provides improved comfort during sunny but cool con ditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a lesser amount through the defrost and side win dow demist outlets Mix Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window de...

Page 139: ...ressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and increase fuel economy NOTE If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected check the front of the A C con denser for an accumulation of dirt or insects Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser as required Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce air flow to the condenser reducing air cond...

Page 140: ...e ATC system can maintain a steady comfort level in various weather conditions with a simple two step op eration Press the AUTO button and select your comfort setting The system will automatically control comfort by varying temperature fan speed and Mode You also may choose to customize your comfort by selecting the fan speed and Mode This will place the system into manual operation Interior ATC S...

Page 141: ...e this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select Turn the control clockwise to increase fan speed In ambient temperatures below 70 F 21 C fan opera tion is delayed when the engine is first started The fan will automatically start when the engine coolant is warm enough to heat the air This feature can be defeated by turning the fan control AUTO Control P...

Page 142: ... changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the com pressor is on This is a normal occurrence since the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and improve fuel economy Recirculate Button Press this button to recirculate the air inside the vehicle Outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle Recirculation is automatically controlled when the system is in Auto Mode Use ...

Page 143: ... varying difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort The warmer air goes to the floor outlets This feature provides improved comfort during sunny but cool con ditions Windshield Defrost Air is directed through the defrost outlets and side window demist outlets A small amount of air also is directed through the floor outlets Use this mode with maximum fan and com...

Page 144: ...ompressor will remain on during these conditions Hot Weather Automatic Recirculation The system will automatically recirculate the air inside the vehicle when the interior is very warm This will provide maximum cooling The system will also occa sionally return to REC on hot humid days to maintain occupant comfort See Operating Tips chart for both Manual A C and ATC systems at the end of this secti...

Page 145: ... on the rear of the console Air is directed through the outlets in all Modes A control can be used to direct the flow of air to either the upper or lower outlets On vehicles with 50 50 bench seats air is routed under the seats UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 4 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 146: ...Operating Tips Manual A C and ATC 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 147: ...ke sure that the air intake directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions Leaves snow etc could block air flow into the vehicle UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 4 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 149: ... 153 䡵 Automatic Transaxle 153 Brake Transmission Interlock 153 Transaxle Reset Mode 154 Gear Ranges 154 䡵 Parking Brake 156 䡵 Brake System 157 Anti Lock Brake System ABS If Equipped 157 䡵 Power Steering 158 䡵 Speed Proportional Steering 158 䡵 Traction Control If Equipped 159 䡵 Tires 159 Tire Inflation Pressures 161 High Speed Operation 161 Radial Ply Tires 162 Compact Spare Tire 162 5 I n f o r m...

Page 150: ... 167 䡵 Fuel Requirements 167 Reformulated Gasoline 168 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 168 MMT In Gasoline 169 Materials Added To Fuel 169 Sulfur In Gasoline 169 䡵 Adding Fuel 170 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 171 䡵 Vehicle Loading 171 Luggage Racks 172 䡵 Trailer Towing 172 Warranty Requirements 172 150 STARTING AND OPERATING I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 151: ...e accelerator pedal Simply turn the key to the START position and release when the engine starts If the engine has not started within 3 seconds slightly depress the accelerator pedal while continuing to crank If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds turn the key to the OFF position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the normal starting procedure Extremely Cold Weather below 20 F or 29 C For r...

Page 152: ... way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again If the engine has been flooded it may start to run but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released If this oc...

Page 153: ...s in the RUN position CAUTION Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed Do not shift from REVERSE PARK or NEUTRAL into any forward gear when the engine is above idle speed Before shif...

Page 154: ... mend that you visit a dealer at your earliest possible convenience Your dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur If the transaxle cannot be reset dealer service is required Gear Ranges P Park NOTE If the key is in the RUN position you must press the brake pedal to shift out of the P Park position Supplements the parking brake by locking the transaxle Engine can be s...

Page 155: ...errain travel ing into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers use the 3 range 3 Drive This range eliminates shifts into Overdrive The transaxle will operate normally in first and second while in this range A delayed shift from second to third will occur at speeds of about 31 to 38 mph 50 to 60 km h and low levels of accelerator pedal travel An early down shift from third to second will o...

Page 156: ...ke is applied It does not show the degree of brake application Before leaving the vehicle make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the Park position To release the parking brake pull the release lever located on the lower edge of the instrument panel When parking on a hill you must set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in Park If you don t t...

Page 157: ...for example repeated brake applications with the engine off the brakes will still function The effort required to brake the vehicle will be substantially in creased over that required with the power system oper ating If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa bility the remaining system will still function with some loss of overall braking effectiveness This will be evident by increas...

Page 158: ...sisted steering as standard equipment The power assisted steering system of your vehicle provides mechanical steering capability in the event power assist is lost If for some reason the hydraulic pressure is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these conditions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort SPEED PROPORTIONAL STEERING This feature automatic...

Page 159: ... brake system due to overheated brake tempera tures NOTE Extended heavy use of Traction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the Traction Control OFF Light indicated by TRAC OFF located in the instrument cluster This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is a normal condition After cooling the system will auto matically reactivate and turn off the TRAC OFF light If yo...

Page 160: ...ures 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 unco...

Page 161: ...rs or driven less than a mile after a 3 hour period The cold inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum values molded into the tire side wall Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi 13 to 41 bars 13 to 40 kPa during operation Do NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low The tire pressures shown on the tire label apply only to the tire sizes listed on the...

Page 162: ...ypes of tires Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your tire dealer for radial tire repairs Compact Spare Tire Maintain the compact spare tire inflation pressure at 60 psi 4 1 bars 414 kPa Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h while the compact spare is installed on the vehicle Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a convent...

Page 163: ...e tire failure and loss of vehicle control Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 30 mph 48 km h See the paragraph on Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in section 6 of this manual WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure someone Do not...

Page 164: ... maximum vehicle speed Snow tires should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph 120 km h Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 inch 2 mm When the indicators appear...

Page 165: ...ons and performance characteristics resulting in changes to steering handling and brak ing of your vehicle This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension com ponents You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire...

Page 166: ...terns These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Rotate your tires at intervals shown on the maintenance schedules More frequent rotation is per...

Page 167: ...S Your engine is designed to meet all emis sions regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when us ing high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane range of 87 to 89 or higher The manufacturer recommends the use of 89 octane for optimum performance Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can ...

Page 168: ...lated gasolines will pro vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with mate rials called oxygenates such as 10 ethanol MTBE and ETBE Oxygenates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels blended with these oxygen ates may be u...

Page 169: ...line sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and would result in unnecessary cost There fore you should not have to add anything to the fuel Sulfur in Gasoline If you live in the Northeast United States your vehicle may have been designed to meet California low emission stan...

Page 170: ... enough to force open the restricting door CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling NOTE When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full NOTE Tighten the gas cap until you hear a clicking sound This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened The Malfunction Indicator light will come on if the gas cap is not properly secur...

Page 171: ... Indicator light will come on if the gas cap is not properly secured WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in the following sample chart and on the tire pressure label attached to the driver s door ...

Page 172: ... lbs 680 kg The maximum trailer load for vehicles equipped with 3 5L engines is 2000 lbs 900 kg For vehicles equipped with 2 7L engines when driv ing in hot weather more than 95 F 35 C maximum vehicle speed when towing a trailer should not exceed 65 mph 105 km h The D range can be selected when towing However if frequent shifting occurs while in this range the 3 range MUST be selected NOTE Using t...

Page 173: ...are recommended for motoring safety The automatic transmission fluid filter and hypoid differential fluid should be changed per Maintenance Schedule B if you tow a trailer If your Engine Coolant Light comes on see the para graph on Overheating in Section 6 of this manual NOTE Check the automatic transmission fluid level before all towing Fluid discoloration or a burnt odor shows the need for a tra...

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Page 175: ...r Jacking 178 Jacking And Changing a Tire 178 Compact Spare Tire For Temporary Emergency Use Only 181 Wheel Cover Installation If Required 182 䡵 Jump Starting The Battery 182 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 185 Acceleration 185 Traction 185 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 186 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 186 6 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 176: ...d and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the flasher may run down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion On the highways Slow down In city traffic While stopped put transaxle in neutral but do not increase engine idle speed NOTE There are steps that you can take to slow down an i...

Page 177: ...rs could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Section 7 Maintenance of this manual Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING Getting under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on...

Page 178: ...G Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Jacking and Changing a Tire 1 Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked 2 Remove the spare tire scissors jack and lug wren...

Page 179: ...oosen the lug nuts of the flat tire 4 Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange use the lift area closest to the flat tire WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 179 6 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 180: ... tire Remove the cover by hand do not pry off 7 Mount the spare tire For vehicles equipped with wheel covers see the wheel cover installation instruc tions Do not attempt to install a wheel cover on a compact spare 8 Tighten all the lug nuts on the mounting studs 180 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 181: ...enough to remove the tire WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Compact Spare Tire For Temporary Emergency Use Only Keep tire inflated to 60 PSI 414 KPa Cold Inflation Pressure Avoid driving more than 50 miles 80 km before replacing tire and wheel This...

Page 182: ...HE BATTERY WARNING Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised It can start anytime the ignition switch is on You can be hurt by the fan CAUTION Do not try to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Your vehicle cannot be started this way Pushing with another vehicle may damage the trans axle or the rear of your vehicle If your vehicle has a discharged dead battery b...

Page 183: ...s flam mable and explosive Keep flame or spark away from the vent holes Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output that exceeds 12 volts NOTE The battery is stored in a compartment in front of the tire in the right front fender and is accessible through the engine compartment The tire and wheel need not be removed to gain access to the battery Remote jump starting term...

Page 184: ... vehicles touch Set parking brake place automatic transaxle in PARK and turn ignition to OFF for both vehicles 3 Turn off heater radio and all unnecessary electrical loads 4 Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive jump start attachment of the booster battery Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive jump start attachment of the discharged battery 5 Connect the other cable f...

Page 185: ...sibly have an accident Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction ice snow wet mud loose sand etc Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the f...

Page 186: ... can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph 48 km h TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Only two ways of towing are approved front towing and flat bed towing CAUTION Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front with sling type towing equipment Damage to the front fascia will result Always use wheel lift equipment when towing from the front The only other approved method of towing is ...

Page 187: ...ne Oil 194 Crankcase Emission Control System 202 Fuel Filter 202 Air Cleaner Filter 202 Maintenance Free Battery 203 Air Conditioner 204 Power Steering Fluid Check 205 Chassis Lubrication 207 Drive Shaft Universal Joints 207 Body Mechanism Lubrication 207 Windshield Wiper Blades 209 Windshield Washers 209 Exhaust System 210 Cooling System 210 Hoses And Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 214 Brake System 214 7...

Page 188: ...eadlight Parking Light Replacement 227 Front Park And Turn Signal Light 230 Front Sidemarker Light 230 Fog Light 230 Center Stop Light 231 Tail Stop Back Up And Turn Signal Lights 231 License Plate Light 232 䡵 Specifications 232 䡵 Fluid Capacities 233 䡵 Recommended Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 233 Engine 233 Chassis 234 Body 234 188 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d ...

Page 189: ...2 7L ENGINE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 189 7 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 190: ...3 5L ENGINE 190 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 191: ...o store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Although your vehicle will usually be driveable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced bef...

Page 192: ...or to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD system is ready you must do the following 1 Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch 2 Turn the ignition to the ON position but do not crank or start the engine 3 If you crank or start the engine you will have to start this test over 4 As soon as you turn your key to the ON position you will see your MIL symbol come on as part...

Page 193: ...use the MIL symbol is on with the engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopar威 parts for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in sure the designed performance Damage or failures caused by the use of non Mopar威 parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer s warranty DEALER SERVICE Your dealer has the qualified service personnel spe...

Page 194: ...tems for which there are fixed maintenance internals there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance However if a malfunction of these items does occur it could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle s...

Page 195: ...l is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight 3 5L Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Oil Dipstick MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 195 7 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 196: ...el readings Maintain the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these engines 2 7L Engine Oil Fill 3 5L Engine Oil Fill 196 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 197: ...ing with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual If none of these apply to you then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A of the Mainte nance Schedules section of this manual NOTE Under no circumstances...

Page 198: ...cation Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API We only recommend API Certified en gine oils that meet the require ments of DaimlerChrysler s Mate rial Standard MS 6395 Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS 6395 Engine Oil Viscosity Charts NOTE The first Viscosity Chart 5W 30 Preferred is for the 2 7L engine only while t...

Page 199: ...omy Synthetic Engine Oils There are a growing number of engine oils being pro moted as either synthetic or semi synthetic If you choose to use such a product use only those oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute APIJ and SAE viscosity standard Follow the service schedule that describes your driving type Materials Added To Engine Oils The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad dit...

Page 200: ... which could result in belt failure If adjustment is re quired adjust the belts according to the specifications and procedures shown in the Service Manual See the Consumer Assistance section for information on ordering a Service Manual Special tools are required to properly measure tension and to restore belt tension to factory specifications Also check belt routing to make sure there is no interf...

Page 201: ...he vehicle WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex haust system Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any thing that can burn In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a scorching odor may suggest severe a...

Page 202: ...accumulate in the fuel tank frequent replacement of the fuel filter which is mounted in the fuel tank may be necessary See your dealer for service Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions replace the air filter at the intervals shown on Schedule A If however you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or severe con ditions the filter element should be inspected periodi cally and replace...

Page 203: ...ttery into the opening and lift it out WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you Don t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area immediately with large amounts of water Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the ba...

Page 204: ... as battery damage can result Air Conditioner Check the air conditioning system at the start of the warm weather season NOTE If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected check the front of the A C con denser for an accumulation of dirt or insects Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser as required Fabric front fascia protectors may reduc...

Page 205: ...heck WARNING Fluid level should be checked with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts Do not overfill Use only the manufacturer s recommended power steering fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids Lubri cants and Genuine Parts for the correct fluid type During scheduled maintenance check the power steering fluid level at the power steering fluid reservoir Before removing the reservoir cap w...

Page 206: ...ated level With a clean cloth wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces See your dealer or the Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts section in this manual for the correct power steering fluid for your vehicle 2 7L Power Steering Reservoir 3 5L Power Steering Reservoir 206 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 207: ... sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of the grease This would require complete replacement of the joint assembly Body Mechanism Lubrication Body and other operating mechanisms and linkages should be inspected cleaned and lubricated as required to maintain ease of operation and to provide protection against rust and wear Before the application of any lubricant the parts con cerned should ...

Page 208: ...r apply a small amount of the lubricant to the key Insert the key into the lock cylinder then proceed as described above to distribute the lubri cant within the lock cylinder Pay attention to trunk hinges especially during cold weather to ensure ease of trunk operation Other Body Mechanisms The following body mechanisms should be inspected and if necessary all pivot and sliding contact areas of th...

Page 209: ... from the windshield Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc Windshield Washers The fluid reservoir in the engine compartment should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield antifreeze not radiator anti freeze rated not to freeze at 25 F 31 C Operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual...

Page 210: ... and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you Follow the above precautions to keep your exhaust system as safe as possible Cooling System WARNING When working near the radiator cooling fan dis connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition key to the OFF position The fan is temperature con trolled and can start at any time the ignition key is in the ON position...

Page 211: ...ing proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community Do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground Prevent ingestion by animals or children If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Selection Of Coolant Use only the manufacturer s recommended coolant Re fer to the ...

Page 212: ... System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant and to insure that coolant will return to the radiator from the coolant reserve tank The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution Never add coolant whe...

Page 213: ... the engine compartment This is normally a result of moisture from rain snow or high humidity accumulat ing on the radiator and being vaporized when the thermostat opens allowing hot water to enter the radia tor If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate Do not overfill the coolant bottle C...

Page 214: ...nd mechanical damage Hard or soft spots brittle rubber cracking checking tears cuts abrasions and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of the rub ber Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold Inspect hose routing to be sure hoses do not touch any heat source or moving component that may cause heat damage or mechanical wear Insure nylon t...

Page 215: ...uch as the exhaust manifold Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present NOTE Often fluids such as oil power steering fluid and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings There fore oil wetness at the hose coupling area is not neces sarily an indication of leakage Actual dripping of hot fluid when...

Page 216: ...el may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Re fer to the Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts section for the correct fluid type WARNING Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or unidentified as to specification may result in sudden brake failure during hard pro longed braking You could have an acciden...

Page 217: ...ousing Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transaxle to assure optimum transaxle performance Use only the manufacturer s recommended transmission fluid Refer to the Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts section for the correct fluid type It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended flui...

Page 218: ...evel To properly check the automatic transaxle fluid level the following procedure must be used The vehicle must be on level ground The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a minimum of 60 seconds Fully apply parking brake Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear position ending with the lever in P PARK 2 7L Transmission Dipstick 3 5L Transmission Dipstick 218 MAINTAINING YOUR V...

Page 219: ... Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed as follows Maintenance schedule A No change necessary Maintenance schedule B Every 60 000 miles 96 000 km change fluid and filter under the following condi tions Police taxi limousine commercial type operation or trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation NOTE Refer to Sect...

Page 220: ...built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes are 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 Bird droppings Washing Wash your vehicle regularly ...

Page 221: ... is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil ity of the owner Aluminum wheels should be cleaned regularly with mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil select a non abrasive non acidic cleaner Do not use scouring pads or metal...

Page 222: ...amp cloth Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar Total Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking the leather with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean the leather Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition Wooden Steering Wheel Care If Equipped If yo...

Page 223: ...se protectants or other products which may cause undesir able reflections Use soap and warm water to restore the low glare surface Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do n...

Page 224: ...fication of fuse block relays can be found on the inside of the instrument panel end cover Underhood Fuses A Power Distribution center is located in the engine compartment This center contains fuses and relays for circuits that operate only under the hood A label which identifies these components is located on the underside of the cover 224 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d...

Page 225: ...Lt Blue Power Outlet 7 20 Amp Yel low Tail License Parking Illumina tion Lights Instrument Cluster 8 10 Amp Red Airbag Cavity Fuse Circuits 9 10 Amp Red Turn Signal Lights Turn Signal Hazard Indicator 10 15 Amp Lt Blue Right Low Beam 11 20 Amp Yel low High Beam Relay High Beam Indicator High Beam Switch 12 15 Amp Lt Blue Left Low Beam Headlight 13 10 Amp Red Fuel Pump Relay Power Train Control Mod...

Page 226: ...ag 23 30 Amp Green Blower Motor ATC Power Module 24 20 Amp C BRKR Power Window Motors 25 20 Amp C BRKR Power Door Lock Motors Power Seats REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS Interior Light Bulbs Bulb No Turn Signal PC194 Climate Control 330 Overhead Console Front Reading Courtesy Grab Handle 192 Trunk 906 Exterior Light Bulbs Bulb No Low Beam Headlights 9006 High Beam Headlights 9005XSLL Park Turn Side Marker...

Page 227: ...CEMENT Headlight Parking Light Replacement 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the upper crossmember attachments on both sides of the vehicle 6 in total MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 227 7 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 228: ...3 Remove the headlamp jackscrews on both sides of the vehicle 4 Remove the windshield filler neck screw 228 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 229: ...ousing and pull the bulb from the socket 9 Install a new headlight bulb in the socket reinstall the bulb and socket assembly and tighten the retaining ring CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes into contact with any oily surface clean the bulbs with rubbing alcohol 10 Reinstall the headlight assembly replace the elec...

Page 230: ... Front Sidemarker Light 1 Reach up under the fascia and grasp the light bulb socket 2 Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it from the housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket 4 Replace the bulb and reinstall the socket Turn the socket clockwise to secure it in the housing Fog Light 1 Remove the screw securing the fog light to the fascia and pull the light away from the vehicle to expose th...

Page 231: ...b and socket assembly Tail Stop Back Up and Turn Signal Lights 1 Open the trunk and remove the fasteners securing the light housing to the body 2 Pull the light housing from the body to expose the wiring socket 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove from the housing Pull the bulb out of the socket and remove the bulb 4 Replace the bulb reinstall the bulb and socket assem bly and reattac...

Page 232: ...t 3 Replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket assembly 4 Reattach the light to the rear fascia SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE ALL Oil Filter Mopar 5281090 or equivalent Thermostat 180 F 82 C Spark Plug See Underhood Label Spark Plug Gap See Underhood Label Firing Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 232 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 233: ...DS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Engine Coolant Mopar威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula HOAT Hybrid Or ganic Additive Technology Engine Oil Use API Certified GF 3 Refer to oil viscosity chart for correct SAE grade Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine compart ment Oil Filter Mopar威 Oil Filter ...

Page 234: ...ire Pressure Refer to label on driver s door pillar Body Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Hinges Door Hood and Trunk Mopar 威 Engine Oil Hood hinge springs and links Mopar 威 Spray White Lube Latches Door and Hood Trunk Mopar威 Multi Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 Mopar 威 Spray White Lube Door check straps Mopar威 Spray White Lube Window System Components Mopar威 Spray White Lube Lock Cylinders Mop...

Page 235: ...ENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance 236 䡵 Maintenance Schedules 236 Schedule B 239 Schedule A 246 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 236: ...tomotive repair establish ment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of California California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle First is Schedule B It is for vehicles that are operated under the conditions that are listed below and a...

Page 237: ...ow the interval that occurs first NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6000 miles 10 000 km or 6 months whichever comes first CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle At Each Stop for Fuel 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 le...

Page 238: ...h side of the radiator for proper fit At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the brake hoses Inspect the CV joints and front and rear suspension components Check the automatic transmission fluid level Check the coolant level hoses and clamps Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on Schedule A 6 000 miles 10 000 km or every other interval sho...

Page 239: ...nditions Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 2 km More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing Taxi police or delivery service commercial ser vices Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whiche...

Page 240: ...and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re quired X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Adjust the drive belt tension X 240 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 241: ...X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re quired X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Adjust the drive belt tension X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X SCHEDULE B 241 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 242: ...filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re quired X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Adjust the drive belt tension X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Replace the differential fluid X 242 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 243: ...lter and replace if re quired X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Replace the drive belts X Replace the power steering fluid X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X Change the automatic transaxle fluid and fil ter X SCHEDULE B 243 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 244: ...nspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re quired X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Replace the air cleaner filter X Adjust the drive belt tension X X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X 244 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 245: ...ne timing belt Federal Emis sions X Replace the engine timing belt California Emissions X Replace the spark plugs X Adjust the drive belt tension X Change the differential fluid X This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty This maintenance is not required if previously replaced Inspection and service should also be perfor...

Page 246: ... engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re quired X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Adjust the drive belt tension X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Inspect and replace PCV valve if required X 246 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 247: ...pect the air cleaner filter and replace if required X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Replace the drive belts X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months or 100 000 miles X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X SCHEDULE A 247 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 248: ...alve X Replace the engine timing belt Federal Emissions equipped vehicles only X Replace the engine timing belt California Emis sions equipped vehicles only X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 100 000 miles X This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty This maintenance is not required if previously repla...

Page 249: ...that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic SCHEDULE A 249 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 251: ...252 Be Reasonable With Requests 252 䡵 If You Need Assistance 252 䡵 Warranty Information 254 䡵 Mopar威 Parts 255 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 255 In Canada 255 䡵 Publication Order Forms 257 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 259 Treadwear 259 Traction Grades 259 Temperature Grades 259 9 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 252: ... advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you to be happy with our products and services Your selling dealer is best equipped and most anxious to provide prompt resolution for any warranty issue or related matter that you may experience The manufactur er s dealer...

Page 253: ... 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone 800 465 2001 In Mexico contact Av Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma 1240 Sante Fe C P 05109 Mexico D F In Mexico 915 729 1248 or 729 1240 Outside Mexico 525 729 1248 or 729 1240 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY To assist customers who have hearing difficulties...

Page 254: ... 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 inves...

Page 255: ...d remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Wash ington DC area or write to NHTSA U S Dept of Transportation Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline In Can...

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Page 257: ...PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 9 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 259: ...he norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction Grades The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C and they represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con crete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor ma...

Page 260: ...rmance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 260 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 261: ...INDEX 10 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 262: ...1 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 211 Anti Lock Brake System 157 Anti Lock Warning Light 112 Anti Theft Security Alarm 23 Appearance Care 220 Auto Down Power Windows 25 Automatic Dimming Mirror 56 Automatic Door Locks 16 Automatic Headlights 67 70 Automatic Off Interior Lights 65 Automatic Temperature Control 140 Automatic Transaxle 153 217 Fluid and Filter Changes 219 Fluid Level Check 218 Reset Mode 1...

Page 263: ...o Weight 171 Car Washes 220 221 Cargo Compartment Capacity 171 Luggage Carrier 172 Carpeting 221 Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance 135 Cassette Tape Player 114 121 135 Catalytic Converter 200 CD Changer 124 129 130 CD Player 119 126 128 134 Central Door Locks 15 Chains Tire 163 Changing A Flat Tire 177 Charging System Light 112 Check Engine Light 111 Checks Safety 49 Child Restraint 41 43 45 46...

Page 264: ... Level 213 Disposal of Used Coolant 211 Drain Flush and Refill 211 Inspection 210 Points to Remember 213 Pressure Cap 212 Radiator Cap 212 Rubber and Plastic Components 214 Selection of Coolant 211 Corrosion Protection 220 Courtesy Lights 66 Crankcase Emission Control System 202 Cruise Light 73 110 Cup Holder 55 Customer Assistance 252 Daytime Brightness Interior Lights 65 Daytime Running Lights 6...

Page 265: ...mergency Flashers 176 Emission Control System Maintenance 192 202 236 Engine Backfire 202 Block Heater 153 Break In Recommendations 48 Checking Oil Level 194 Compartment 189 190 Cooling 110 210 Fails to Start 152 Oil 109 194 Oil Change Interval 197 Oil Selection 198 Oil Synthetic 199 Overheating 110 176 Specifications 232 Timing Belt 202 Entry System Illuminated 14 Exhaust Gas Caution 49 82 210 Ex...

Page 266: ...Door Opener 76 81 Gas Cap 171 Gasoline Reformulated 168 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 168 Gauges Coolant Temperature 110 Fuel 109 Oil Pressure 109 Speedometer Odometer 111 Glass Cleaning 223 Glove Compartment 13 Hazard Warning Flasher 176 Head Restraints 63 Headlights Automatic 67 Bulb Replacement 226 227 Cleaning 222 Dimmer Switch 69 Lights On Reminder 67 Switch 66 Time Delay 67 Heated Mirrors 56 Hea...

Page 267: ...rs 70 Introduction 4 Jack Operation 178 Jump Starting 182 Key Sentry 9 Key In Reminder 12 Keyless Entry System 18 Keys 9 Knee Bolster 33 Lap Shoulder Belts 28 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 45 Leaks Fluid 50 Light Bulbs 226 227 Lights Airbag 37 49 111 Anti Lock 112 Automatic Off 65 66 Back Up 231 Battery Saver 65 66 Brake Warning 112 156 Center Mounted Stop 231 Check Engine 111 Courte...

Page 268: ...ng 75 Rear Tail 231 Seat Belt Reminder 110 Security Alarm 24 Service Engine Soon 191 Side Marker 226 230 Theft Alarm 10 Traction Control 72 159 Trunk Ajar 109 Turn Signal 110 230 231 Voltage 112 Locks Cylinder Maintenance 15 Door 14 15 Glove Compartment 13 Lubricants 207 Luggage Carrier 172 Luggage Rack 172 Lumbar Support 61 Maintenance Free Battery 203 Maintenance Schedule 236 Light Duty Schedule...

Page 269: ...er 200 Identification Logo 198 Materials Added to 199 Quality 198 Recommendation 198 Synthetic 199 Onboard Diagnostic System 191 192 Opener Garage Door 76 81 Operator Manuals 4 Overhead Console 75 96 Overhead Travel Information Center 96 Overheating Engine 176 Owner s Manual 4 257 Paint Care 220 Paint Damage 220 Panic Alarm 20 Parking Brake 156 Parking On Hill 156 Passing Light 69 Pets 48 Pets Tra...

Page 270: ...Parts 233 Reformulated Gasoline 168 Refrigerant 205 Reminder Lights On 67 Remote Keyless Entry 18 Remote Trunk Release 25 Replacement Bulbs 226 Replacement Tires 165 Reporting Safety Defects 255 Restraint Head 63 Restraints Occupant 27 Rotation Tires 166 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 49 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 50 Safety Exhaust Gas 49 Safety Tips 49 Schedule Maintenance 236 Scheduled Maintena...

Page 271: ... 163 Snow Tires 164 Spare Tire 162 Spark Plugs 200 Specifications 232 Engine 232 Speed Control 72 Speed Proportional Steering 158 Speedometer 110 Starting 151 Steering Linkage 207 Power 158 205 Speed Proportional 158 Tilt Column 71 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 133 Stuck Freeing 186 Sulfur in Gasoline 169 Sun Roof 87 88 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 33 Synthetic Engine Oil 19...

Page 272: ...dicators 164 To Open Hood 64 Towing 172 Disabled Vehicle 186 Trailering 172 Traction Control 72 109 159 Trailer Towing 172 Transaxle Additives 219 Automatic 153 217 Filter 219 Operation 154 Selection of Lubricant 217 Transmission Range Indicator 112 154 Transmitter Battery Service 22 Transmitter Garage Door Opener 76 81 Transmitter Programming 20 Transporting Pets 48 Traveler Trip Computer 93 Trea...

Page 273: ...4 Vehicle Identification Number 6 Vehicle Loading 171 Vinyl Trim 221 Warning Flasher Hazard 176 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 172 254 Washers Windshield 209 Washing Vehicle 220 Waxing and Polishing 220 Wind Buffeting 88 Windows Power 25 Windshield Defroster 138 Windshield Washers 69 209 Windshield Wipers 67 69 209 Wipers Intermittent 70 INDEX 273 10 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d ...

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