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All occupants should wear their lap and shoulder

belts properly.

3.

The driver and front passenger seats should be

moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags
room to inflate.

4.

If your vehicle has side airbags, do not lean against

the door, airbags will inflate forcefully into the space
between you and the door.

WARNING!

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Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more
severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work
with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In
some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all.
Always wear your seat belts even though you
have airbags.

•

Being too close to the steering wheel or instru-
ment panel during front airbag deployment could
cause serious injury. Airbags need room to inflate.
Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to
reach the steering wheel or instrument panel.

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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.

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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Summary of Contents for 2005 PT Cruiser Convertible

Page 1: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 63 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 193 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 245 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 261 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 315 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 339 10 INDEX 349 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 䡵 How To Use This Manual 4 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 6 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 6 䡵 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 1 ...

Page 4: ... knows your vehicle best has the factory trained techni cians 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 In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod ucts of c...

Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION 5 1 ...

Page 6: ... in damage to your vehicle If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on the driver s front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also appears on the vehicle registration or title Vehicle Identification Number 6 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 7: ...FICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death INTRODUCTION 7 1 ...

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Page 9: ...cement Keys 16 Sentry Key Programming 16 General Information 17 䡵 Steering Wheel Lock If Equipped 17 If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel 17 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock 17 Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System 18 䡵 Door Locks 18 Manual Door Locks 18 Power Door Locks If Equipped 19 Central Locking Unlocking If Equipped 20 Automatic Door Locks If Equipped 20 2 ...

Page 10: ...rity Alarm System If Equipped 26 To Set The Alarm 26 To Disarm The System 27 Security System Manual Override 27 䡵 Liftgate 28 䡵 Emergency Seat Back Release 29 䡵 Power Windows 31 Auto Down Feature 32 Rear Window Switches 32 Wind Buffeting 33 䡵 Occupant Restraints 33 Lap Shoulder Belts 34 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 40 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure 40 Seat Belt Pretensioners 42...

Page 11: ...S Airbag 43 Child Restraint 52 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 60 䡵 Safety Tips 61 Exhaust Gas 61 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 61 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 2 ...

Page 12: ...keep them in a safe place The double sided keys may be inserted into the locks with either side up Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transaxle Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the shift knob push button has returned to the out position Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position then to the LOCK position and remove the key Vehicle Key Ignition Key Positions 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE S...

Page 13: ...ystem will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service Manual Transaxle Depress and hold the release button located between the ignition switch and the instrument panel Turn the igni tion switch to the LOCK position and remove the key Ignition Key Release Button...

Page 14: ... with either side up To lock the door turn the key rearward to unlock the door turn the key forward See Section 7 of this manual for door lock lubrication Key In Ignition Reminder Opening the driver s door when the key is in the ignition sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key NOTE With the driver s door open and the key in the ignition the power door locks will not function SENTRY KEY The...

Page 15: ... in mind that a key which has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition lock cylinder for that vehicle If the Theft Alarm Immobilizer Light comes on during normal vehicle operation vehicle has been running for longer than 10 seconds a fault has been detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible NOTE The Sentry K...

Page 16: ...k key is one which has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to the dealer Sentry Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid sentry keys by performing the following procedure 1 Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank s to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code 2 Insert th...

Page 17: ... may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation STEERING WHEEL LOCK IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock This lock prevents steering the vehicle with out the ignition key If the steering wheel is moved no more than 1 2 turn in either direction and the key is not in the ignition switch the steering wheel will lock If You Wish To Man...

Page 18: ...knob push button is out It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the OFF or ON positions DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle If the plunger is down when the door is closed the door will lock Therefore make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door WARNING For personal security and safety in...

Page 19: ...cle equipment may cause severe personal inju ries and death CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Power Door Locks If Equipped A door lock switch is on each front door panel Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors Power Door Lock Switch THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR V...

Page 20: ...h 2 Cycle the ignition switch ON OFF four times ending in the OFF position 3 Press the interior door lock switch to the UNLOCK position 4 A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully disabled the double activation feature You can turn the feature back on by repeating the above mentioned procedure Automatic Door Locks If Equipped The doors will lock automatically if 1 all doors a...

Page 21: ...ntioned procedure Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for children riding in the rear seat the rear doors have the child protection door lock system To use the system open each rear door and move the control UP to engage When the system on a door is engaged that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle even if the inside door lock is in the u...

Page 22: ...ock or unlock the doors and activate the panic alarm from distances up to about 23 feet 7 meters using a hand held transmitter The trans mitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system To Unlock The Doors and Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the key fob once to unlock the driver s door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate the park lights wil...

Page 23: ...he transmitter for between four and ten seconds 3 Continue to hold the Unlock button and press the Lock button 4 Release both buttons A chime will sound to signify that the process is com plete Using The Panic Alarm To turn on the panic alarm feature press and release the PANIC button When the panic alarm is on the headlights and park lights will flash the horn will pulse on and off and the interi...

Page 24: ...ystem including any previously programmed trans mitters A chime will sound when each transmitter has been programmed 5 Turn the ignition switch off to exit the transmitter programming mode General Information This device complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device mus...

Page 25: ...mitter buttons facing down use a thin coin to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal 2 Remove and replace the batteries Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbing alcohol Separating Transmitter Halves THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICL...

Page 26: ...ue to sound until 3 minutes of alarm time is reached If the monitored system which triggered the alarm is deactivated after the alarm has been on for 3 minutes the alarm will shut off immediately To set the alarm 1 Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle 2 Lock the door using either the door key power door lock switch or the Keyless Entry Transmitter and close all doors...

Page 27: ...e A valid key will disarm the system an invalid key will trigger the alarm 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 has been activated Check the vehicle for tamper ing Security System Manual Override The system will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger Door Lock Plunger THINGS TO K...

Page 28: ...quipped can also be acti vated from the liftgate key cylinder Once unlocked the liftgate can be opened or closed without using the key To open the liftgate squeeze the liftgate release touch pad located on the backside of the liftgate handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion NOTE In the event of a power malfunction or the remote transmitter is inoperative insert the key into the lif...

Page 29: ...he gas pressure drops with tempera ture it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather EMERGENCY SEAT BACK RELEASE WARNING Do not allow children to have access to the liftgate area with the rear shelf panel in position 1 Top or position 2 Middle either by climbing into the liftgate from outside or through the inside of the vehicle Always close the liftgate when y...

Page 30: ... area with the rear shelf panel in position 1 Top or position 2 Middle the left side rear seat back can be unlatched by pulling down on the glow in the dark lever attached to the left rear seat back latching mechanism Once unlatched the seat back can be pushed forward to gain access into the interior of the vehicle Emergency Trunk Lid 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 31: ...stru ment panel above the A C controls The top left switch controls the left front window and the top right switch controls the right front window The lower left switch controls the left rear passenger s window and the lower right switch controls the right rear passenger s window The window lock switch located between the window switches allows you to disable the rear window switches that are loca...

Page 32: ...window switches have an auto down feature Press the window switch past the detent release and the window will go down auto matically Press the switch a second time in either direc tion to stop the window To open the window part way press the window switch part way and release it when you want the window to stop Rear Window Switches There are also rear passenger window switches located at the rear ...

Page 33: ...ont and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers front airbags for both the driver and front passenger and if equipped side airbags for both the driver and front passenger If you will be carrying children too small for adult size seat belts your seat belts or the LATCH feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems Please pay close attention to the information in this...

Page 34: ... All the seats in your vehicle are equipped with Lap Shoulder Belts The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions But in a collision the belt will lock and reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING It is extremely dan...

Page 35: ...you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in an accident hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt O...

Page 36: ...te and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Latch Plate Latch Plate To Buckle 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 37: ...e arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used togeth...

Page 38: ...able and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 6 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt sys...

Page 39: ...ALR system may be activated To reset this feature you must let all of the belt webbing return into the retractor You will not be able to pull out more webbing until all of the webbing has been returned back into the retractor WARNING The rear center lap shoulder belt is equipped with a lock out feature to ensure that the rear seat back is in the fully upright and locked position when occu pied If ...

Page 40: ...ition that serves you best As a guide if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position and if you are taller than average you ll prefer a higher position When you release the anchorage try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt Adjusting Upper Shoulder...

Page 41: ...chor point 2 At about 6 to 12 inches 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate Positioning Latch Plate Creating A Fold THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 2 ...

Page 42: ... seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the front airbag con trol module see Airbag Sectio...

Page 43: ... if there is a collision Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbag This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are e...

Page 44: ...he airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are in flating 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 o...

Page 45: ...irbag 1 Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag An airbag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position Children that are not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt see Section on Child Restraints should be ...

Page 46: ... in a collision The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly In some collisions the airbags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags Being too close to the steering wheel or instru ment panel during front airbag deployment could cause serious injury Airbags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel...

Page 47: ...nterconnecting Wiring Seat Belt Pretensioners Knee Impact Bolster The Side Airbag System on vehicles equipped consists of the following AIRBAG Readiness Light shared with the front airbag system Side Airbag in the driver s seat Side Airbag in the passenger s seat Airbag Control Module shared with the front airbag system Side impact sensors Interconnecting Wiring THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR...

Page 48: ...the ACC position or not in the ignition switch the airbags are not on and will not inflate The front airbag control module also turns on the AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned ON then turns the light off If the front or side airbag control modules detect a malfunction in any part of the system the airbag light will turn on either moment...

Page 49: ... you for the best interaction with the front airbags Side Airbags Supplemental Restraint System SRS If Equipped The side airbag control module determines if a side collision is severe enough to require the side airbags to inflate The side airbag control module will not detect roll over front or rear collisions The Side Airbag Control Module monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the sys...

Page 50: ...aused by contact with chemicals They are not permanent and normally heal quickly However if you haven t healed significantly within a few days or if you have any blistering see your doctor immediately As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation These airborne particles ma...

Page 51: ...to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper vehicle body struc ture or frame You need proper knee impact protection in a collision Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters It is dangerous...

Page 52: ... 8 second interval The light flickers or comes on and remains on while driving Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times babies and children too Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years and under should ride p...

Page 53: ...ur child Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system The infant carrier i...

Page 54: ... held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system The belt positioning booster seat is for children weigh ing more than 40 lbs 18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s cushion while the child s back is against the seat back they should use a Belt Positioning Booste...

Page 55: ...tall the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint If you install the restraint improperly it may not work when you need it The passenger seat belts are equipped with either cin...

Page 56: ...g to the child restraint manufacturer s directions When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle Don t leave it loose in the vehicle In a sudden stop or collision it could strike the occupants or seat backs and cause serious personal injury Automatic Locking Retractor ALR Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to a...

Page 57: ...nstalled in the out board positions only Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment NEVER install LATCH compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchorage If you are installing LATCH compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seating positions you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehicle s seat belt for the outboard position but you must use the vehicle s seat bel...

Page 58: ... with your child restraint in any vehicle Installing the Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Many but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and so...

Page 59: ...jury to the child Use only the anchor position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seat back should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat Make sure that th...

Page 60: ...g break in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should...

Page 61: ...s any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed WARNING If you are required to drive with the deck lid liftgate open make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control blower switch is set at ...

Page 62: ...uld be able to feel the air directed against the windshield Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires includ ing spare for proper pressure Lights Have someone ob...

Page 63: ...Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 69 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 70 Sun Visor Sliding Feature 70 䡵 Hands Free Communication UConnect If Equipped 70 Operation 72 Phone Call Features 76 Advanced Phone Connectivity 78 UConnect System Features 80 䡵 Seats 82 Front Seat Adjustment 82 Driver s Power Seat Height Adjuster If Equipped 83 Reclining Bucket Seats 84 3 ...

Page 64: ...lti Function Control Lever 96 Headlights Parking Lights Instrument Panel Lights 96 Daytime Running Lights Canada Only 97 Lights On Reminder 97 Fog Lights If Equipped 97 Turn Signals 98 Highbeam Lowbeam Select Switch 98 Passing Light 98 䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers 98 Windshield Washers 99 Mist Feature 99 Windshield Wiper Operation 100 Intermittent Wiper System 100 䡵 Tilt Steering Column 100 䡵 T...

Page 65: ...ing Code Programming 108 Canadian Programming Gate Programming 109 Operation 110 Reprogramming A Single Button 110 Security 110 䡵 Overhead Console If Equipped 111 Compass Temperature Display 112 Automatic Compass Calibration 113 Compass Variance Selection 113 Manual Compass Calibration 114 Outside Temperature 114 䡵 Power Sunroof If Equipped 114 Express Open Feature 115 Wind Buffeting 117 Sunroof M...

Page 66: ...e 121 Front Seat Storage Bin If Equipped 121 Storage Pockets 122 䡵 Rear Shelf Panel 122 Position 1 Top 122 Position 2 Middle 123 Position 3 Floor 124 Position 4 Vertical 124 Position 5 Table 125 䡵 Roof Luggage Rack If Equipped 126 66 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 67: ... for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield Adjusting Rear View Mirror UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 3 ...

Page 68: ...de of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the vehicle WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in this convex...

Page 69: ...t the view obtained in the outside mirrors Press the L or R button for Left or Right mirror selection Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position Select a mirror and press one of the four arrows for the direction you want the mirror to move Power Mirror Switches UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 3 ...

Page 70: ...ed hands free in vehicle communications system UConnect allows you to dial your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g Call Mike Work or Dial 248 555 1212 Your cellular phone s audio is transmitted through your vehicle s stereo system the system will automatically mute your radio before receiving or sending a call NOTE The UConnect system use requires a cellular phone equipped with the Blu...

Page 71: ... electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station so UConnect works no matter where you stow your cellular phone be it your purse pocket or briefcase UConnect allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to the system and it is available in English French or Spanish formats as equipped The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system and the control butto...

Page 72: ...stem and to navigate through the UCon nect menu structure Voice commands should be given after each UConnect system prompt You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options There are two ways to give commands to the UConnect system You can say Dial at the Ready prompt When prompted for the phone number you wish to dial say the phone number 123 456 7890 Alter...

Page 73: ... give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7 1 having the highest priority You can connect up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect system and the priority allows the UConnect system to know which cellular phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time For example if a priority 3 and priority 5 cellular phone are both in the vehicle the UConnect syst...

Page 74: ...you are finished adding an entry into the phone book you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu The UConnect system will allow you to enter up to 32 names into the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations Edit Entries in the UConnect Phonebook Press the Phone button to begin After the Re...

Page 75: ...of the phonebook entry that you wish to delete You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say List Names to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you can choose To select one of the entries from the list press the Voice Recogni tion button while the UConnect system is playing the desired entry and say Delete After you enter the name the UCo...

Page 76: ...can be accessed through the UConnect system if the feature s are available on your cellular service plan For example if your cellular service plan provides three way calling this feature can be accessed through the UConnect system Answer or Reject an Incoming Call No Call Currently in Progress When you receive a call on your cellular phone the UConnect system will interrupt the stereo audio and wi...

Page 77: ...ile the second call is in progress Putting a Call on Hold and Retrieving a Call from Hold To put a call on hold press the Phone button until you hear a single beep which will indicate that the call has been placed on hold To bring the call back from hold press the Phone button Toggling Between Two Calls If two calls are in progress one active and one on hold press the Phone button until you hear a...

Page 78: ... will call the last number that was dialed on your cellular phone This may not be the last number dialed by your UConnect system Advanced Phone Connectivity Transferring an Active Call between the UConnect System and Your Cellular Phone The UConnect system allows ongoing calls to be trans ferred to your cellular phone or to the UConnect system without terminating the call To transfer an ongo ing c...

Page 79: ...aired Cellular Phone Names Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt say Setup List Phones and the UConnect system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in order from highest prior ity to lowest priority Select a Lower Priority Paired Cellular Phone Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt say Setup Select Phone When prompted say the phone name of the c...

Page 80: ...e you are pressing a number on your keypad to navigate through a menu structure or to enter a number for a pager Barge In Overriding Prompts The Voice Recognition button can be used when you wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately For example if a prompt is playing Would you like to pair a phone clear aѧ you could press the Voice Recognition button and sa...

Page 81: ...y when you are trying to place a phone call Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect system By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth cellular phone the audio will be played through your vehicle s stereo sys tem The UConnect system will work the same as if you dialed the number using voice recognition Mute U...

Page 82: ...Call Emergency and the UConnect system will instruct your cellular phone to call 911 Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance say Dial Towing Assis tance or Call Towing Assistance Please refer to the 24 Hour Towing Assistance coverage details in the DaimlerChrysler Motors Company 24 Hour Towing As sistance Program Guide SEATS Front Seat Adjustment The adjusting bar is at the front of the se...

Page 83: ...hile the vehicle is parked Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Driver s Power Seat Height Adjuster If Equipped The power seat height adjuster is on the outboard side of the driver s seat Use...

Page 84: ...r Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position Folding Front Passenger Seat If Equipped The passenger front seat may be folded fully forward to provide additional cargo space To fold the seat forward pull up on the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat Recliner Control Lever Folding Seat Control Lever 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 85: ...e rear Pull up or push down on the head restraints so that the upper edge is as high as practical To raise the head restraint pull up on the head restraint To lower the head restraint depress the button and push down on the head restraint Adjustable Head Restraints UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 3 ...

Page 86: ...u may choose from HIGH 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 in the same direction to turn the heated seat off NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within 2 to 3 minutes Heated Seat Switch 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 87: ...a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure that everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly NOTE If the rear center lap shoulder belt appears to be locked into place check to verify that the seatback is fully latched...

Page 88: ...d immediately be taken to your dealer for service Failure to follow this warning could result in serious or fatal injury Tumbling Rear Seat To provide additional storage in the cargo area each rear seat can be tumbled forward CAUTION It is important that the front seats be pulled forward to the midpoint of the seat track to avoid contact between the rear seat and the front seatback If the front se...

Page 89: ...and fold down the rear seatback Pull the release handle located on the outboard side of the seat Lift up the seat and tumble the seat forward Folding Rear Seat Button Tumbling Seat Release Handle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 3 ...

Page 90: ...ear seat to it s upright latched position rotate the seat cushion rearward to latch the seat Then lift the seatback to its upright latched position NOTE The elastic strap should be reinstalled in the clip on the base of the seat cushion before returning the seat to its normal position Tumbling Seat Strap 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 91: ...h and hold the button on the seatback and fold down the rear seatback Pull the release lever located on the outboard side of the seat Lift up the seat and tumble the seat forward Folding Rear Seat Button Tumbling Seat Release Handle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 3 ...

Page 92: ...m the vehicle To reinstall the rear seat insert the seat into the floor attachments Lower the release levers of the seat to latch the front floor attachments and rotate the seat rearward to latch the seat Lift the seat back to its upright latched position WARNING In an accident you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments Always be sur...

Page 93: ...ood prop rod clipped to the driver s side of the engine compartment to secure the hood in the open position Place the hood prop at the location stamped into the inner hood surface To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Lower the hood until it is open approximately 20 cm 8 inches and then drop it This should secure both latches Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully ...

Page 94: ... the sun visors in the overhead console Each light is turned ON by pressing the lens Press the lens a second time to turn the light OFF The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward past the second detent NOTE The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle They will not...

Page 95: ...ghts on rotating the dimmer control for the interior lights on the Multi Function Control Lever upward will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights Dome Light Position Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights The interior lights will remain on when the dim mer control is in this position With the ignition key in the OFF position...

Page 96: ...daylight condi tions Multi Function Control Lever The Multi Function Control Lever controls the operation of the headlights parking lights turn signals headlight beam selection instrument panel light dimming interior lights the passing lights and fog lights The lever is located on the left side of the steering column Headlights Parking Lights Instrument Panel Lights Turn the end of the Multi Funct...

Page 97: ...e headlight switch must be used for normal night time driving Lights on Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned OFF a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver s door is opened Fog Lights If Equipped The front fog light switch is on the Multi Function Control Lever To activate the front fog lights turn on the parking lights or the low beam headli...

Page 98: ...t when the lever is moved it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulb is defective Highbeam Lowbeam Select Switch Pull the Multi Function Control Lever towards you to switch the headlights to HIGH beam Pull the control lever a second time to switch the headlights to LOW beam Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the Multi Function Control Lever t...

Page 99: ...les then turn OFF Mist Feature Push down on the wiper control lever to activate a single wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle As long as the lever is held down the wipers will continue to operate CAUTION In cold weather always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine If the wiper switch is left ...

Page 100: ...ay interval by turning the end of the lever Rotate the knob upward clockwise to decrease the delay time and downward counterclock wise to increase the delay time The delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles to a cycle every second TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column push down on the lever below the multi function control lever and move the steering wheel...

Page 101: ...WITCH IF EQUIPPED The TRAC indicator located in the instrument cluster will flash when the Traction Control System is in use The TRAC OFF switch is located on the instrument panel below the radio To turn the system OFF press the TRAC OFF switch until the TRAC OFF indicator in the instrument cluster lights up To turn the system back ON press the switch a second time until the TRAC OFF indicator tur...

Page 102: ...ECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged this device takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The speed control lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel To Activate Push the ON OFF button The CRUISE indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate To turn the system OFF push the ON OFF button a second time The CRUISE indicator will turn o...

Page 103: ...toStick mode speed control will only operate in third and fourth gear To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pulling the speed control lever towards you CANCEL or normal brake or clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate speed control without erasing the set speed memory Pressing the ON OFF button or turning off the ignition switch erases the set speed memory To Resume Speed T...

Page 104: ...fore the speed control disengages is normal Vehicles equipped with manual transaxles may need to be shifted into a lower gear to climb hills without speed loss 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 control An accident could be the result Don t use Speed Control in heavy traffic or...

Page 105: ...he Prearmed Armed or Alarming state The HomeLink威 system will only operate when the Vehicle Theft Alarm if equipped is in the Disarmed mode 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 opera...

Page 106: ...njury or death Call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com for safety information or assistance Programming The Universal Transceiver For best results install a new battery in the hand held transmitter before programming If your garage door opener located in the garage is equipped with an antenna make sure that the antenna is hanging straight down 1 Turn off the engine WAR...

Page 107: ...nds NOTE Step 2 does not have to be followed to program additional hand held transmitters 3 Choose one of the three Universal Transceiver buttons to program Place the hand held controller one to three inches from the Universal Transceiver while keeping its indicator light in view 4 Using both hands press the hand held transmitter button and the desired Universal Transceiver button Do not release t...

Page 108: ...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 feature the transmitter code changes after each use to prevent the copying of your code To check if your device is protected by ...

Page 109: ...s and release the button a second time to complete the training process Some garage door openers may require you to do this procedure a third time to complete the training Your garage door opener should now recognize your Universal Transceiver The remaining two buttons may now be programmed if this has not previously been done Refer to the Programming instructions You may use either your Universal...

Page 110: ...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 one to three inches away from the button to be trained 3 Press and hold the hand held transmitter button 4 The Universal Transceiver indicator light will begin to flash first slowly ...

Page 111: ...at may cause undesired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment HomeLink威 is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls Inc OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED This feature has a compass temperature display and two map lamps The overhead console is located on the headliner between the sun vi...

Page 112: ...display still reads a few degrees above 32 F 0 C the road surface may be icy particularly in woods or on bridges Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per sonal injury or property damage STEP Button Functions 1 US 2 Metric 3 Off 4 Magnetic Zone Selection 5 Manual Compass Calibration Step Button 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 113: ...ect variance zone To check the variance zone the ignition switch must be on and the compass temperature displayed Press and hold the STEP button for about 5 to 10 seconds until ZONE and the number appears in the display The number displayed is the variance zone used by the compass To change the zone press the STEP button to scroll through numbers 1 through 15 When the correct variance is selected ...

Page 114: ... and the compass will be calibrated NOTE The compass needs to go through a manual calibration to insure proper operation when taking vehicle deliv ery The STEP button must be pressed for 10 to 15 seconds to place the compass into CAL mode Regardless of whether the CAL indicator is already illuminated Outside Temperature Because engine temperature can increase the displayed temperature temperature ...

Page 115: ...ward Releasing the switch will stop the movement of the sunroof and the sunroof will remain in the partial vent position until the switch is pushed forward again Express Open Feature During the Express Open operation any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof and it will remain in a partial open position Again momentarily pressing the switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature To...

Page 116: ...er sunroof switch Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death WARNING In an accident there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof Never allow fingers or other body parts ...

Page 117: ...dows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key symbol or battery symbol indicating power source All outlets are prote...

Page 118: ...h only when the switch is in the ON or ACCESSORY positions There are two optional power outlets One is in the Accessory Switch Bank in the center of the instrument panel This outlet is powered directly by the battery regardless of the ignition switch position All accessories connected to this outlet should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against disch...

Page 119: ...n not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent engine starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or ...

Page 120: ...olders one is molded in the center of the console to hold large cups and the other is at the rear of the console to serve passengers in the rear seat The floor console power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit if equipped with an optional Smoker s Package Front Cupholders 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 121: ...c will discharge the battery even more quickly Only use these intermittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle s battery STORAGE Front Seat Storage Bin If Equipped The storage bin...

Page 122: ... shelf panel in position 1 position 2 position 3 or position 4 WARNING To avoid tipping lock the shelf securely in all positions Do not drive this vehicle with the liftgate open or use the shelf as a seat Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious or fatal injury Position 1 Top Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the top guides and slide forward Press down on th...

Page 123: ...sing serious or fatal injury Position 2 Middle Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the middle guides and slide forward Press down on the back of the shelf panel to lock it into place Rear Shelf Panel Position 1 Rear Shelf Panel Position 2 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 3 ...

Page 124: ...to the bottom guides and slide forward NOTE To carry items that may soil the carpeting the rear shelf panel may be inverted in position 2 or position 3 Position 4 Vertical Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the vertical guides behind the rear seatbacks near the floor and slide downward Push the shelf panel forward to lock it into place Rear Shelf Panel Position 4 124 UNDERST...

Page 125: ...nts causing serious or fatal injury Position 5 table With the liftgate open the rear shelf panel can be moved rearward to act as a serving counter 1 Install the front corners of the shelf panel into the top rear guides Press down on the shelf panel to lock it into place 2 Twist the knob on the underside of the panel and lower the shelf leg Rear Shelf Leg Release Knob UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF ...

Page 126: ...ge rack The load must not exceed 150 lbs 68 kg and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars Use both adjustable crossbars assemblies to support the load and distribute the load as evenly as possible To adjust the crossbars with latch style releases release the latches on the inboard side of the crossbar supports on each side of the vehicle then move the crossbars to the desi...

Page 127: ...In this position they are designed to improve the vehicle aero dynamics and reduce wind noise CAUTION To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 lbs 68 kg Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appropriately Long loads which extend over the windshield such as wood panels or surfboards should be secured to b...

Page 128: ...your vehicle Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle particularly at high speeds resulting in personal injury or property damage Follow the roof rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 129: ... Instrument Cluster Descriptions 137 䡵 Electronic Digital Clock 144 Clock Setting Procedure 144 䡵 Radio General Information 144 Radio Broadcast Signals 144 Two Types Of Signals 145 Electrical Disturbances 145 AM Reception 145 FM Reception 145 䡵 Sales Code RBB AM FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer Capability 146 Radio Operation 146 Mode Button 148 Scan Button Radio Mode 148 4 ...

Page 130: ...tton Radio Mode 153 Tuning 153 Radio Data System RDS 153 PTY Program Type Button 154 Balance 155 Fade 155 Tone Control 155 AM FM Selection 156 Scan Button 156 To Set The Radio Push Button Memory 156 To Change From Clock To Radio Mode 157 Operating Instructions Tape Player 157 Seek Button 157 Fast Forward FF 157 Rewind RW 157 Tape Eject 158 Scan Button 158 Changing Tape Direction 158 Metal Tape Sel...

Page 131: ...can Button 161 CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped 161 䡵 Sales Code RBK AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD Changer Controls 163 Radio Operation 163 CD Player Operation 165 CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped 167 䡵 Sales Code RBQ AM FM Stereo Radio With 6 Disc CD Changer 169 Radio Operation 170 CD Player Operation 172 䡵 Sales Code RB1 AM FM Stereo Radio With DVD GPS Navigation Sys...

Page 132: ...Pre Set Channels 180 Using The PTY Program Type Button If Equipped 180 PTY Button Scan 180 PTY Button Seek 180 Satellite Antenna 181 Reception Quality 181 䡵 Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance 181 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 182 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 183 䡵 Climate Controls 183 Air Conditioning 183 Operating Tips 188 䡵 Rear Window Features 190 Electric Rear Window Defroster 190 Rear ...

Page 133: ...INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 4 ...

Page 134: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 135: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TURBO WITH AUTOSTICK UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 4 ...

Page 136: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TURBO WITHOUT AUTOSTICK 136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 137: ...sure The light will come on and remain on when the ignition switch is turned from the OFF to the ON position and the light will turn off after the engine is started If the bulb does not come on during starting have the system checked by an authorized dealer If the light comes on and remains on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORR...

Page 138: ...up mountain grades in heavy stop and go traffic or when towing a trailer If the pointer rises to the H red mark the instrument cluster will sound a chime Pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H red mark turn the engine off immediately and call for service There are steps t...

Page 139: ... Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required however the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefit of Anti Lock Brakes The warning light should be checked frequently to assure that it is ope...

Page 140: ... The operation of the Brake Warning light can be checked by turning the ignition key from the OFF to the ON position The light should illuminate for three seconds or until the engine is started whichever comes first The light should then go out unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected and serviced as soon as possible...

Page 141: ...een driven There fore if the odometer reading changes during repair or replacement be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the service so the correct mileage can be determined 18 Trip Indicator This vacuum fluorescent display indicator will illuminate when the Trip Odometer is in use By pushing the trip button located next to the instrument cluster the odometer will toggle between...

Page 142: ...The system has been automatically deactivated to prevent damage to the brake system due to over heated brake temperatures NOTE Extended heavy use of Traction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the TRAC OFF Light This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is a normal condition The system will remain disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled The system...

Page 143: ...Fog Light Indicator If Equipped This light shows when the front fog lights are ON See page 97 for more information 24 Low Fuel Light When the fuel level drops to about 1 8 tank the fuel symbol will light and a single chime will sound The light will remain on until fuel is added If the fuel level drops to approximately 1 0 gallon 3 75 Liter the fuel symbol will flash several times and the chime wil...

Page 144: ...y is being displayed time keeping is accurately maintained Clock Setting Procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position and press the time button Using the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object press either the hour H or minute M buttons on the radio 2 Press the H button to set hours or the M button to set minutes The time setting will increase each time you press a button RADIO...

Page 145: ...tude and thus remain a part of the AM reception They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the FM signal AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplitude so AM reception can be disrupted by such things as lightning power lines and neon signs FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia tions interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filt...

Page 146: ...e ON or ACC position to operate the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played For your convenience the volume can be turned d...

Page 147: ...T button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the 1 5 button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this...

Page 148: ... fade AM FM Selection Press the AM FM button to change from AM to FM The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency The display will show ST when a stereo station is received in the FM mode Mode Button Press the MODE button to select between the cassette tape player CD changer or the Satellite Radio if equipped When the Satellite Radio if equipped is selected SAT will appear in...

Page 149: ...n or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the tape is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection The SEEK symbol appears on the display when Music Search is in operation Music Search shuts off automati cally when a selection has been located Selective Music Search Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 7 selections Press ...

Page 150: ... Labo ratories Licensing Corporation CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available through Mopar Accessories The fol lowing instructions are for the radio controls that operate this CD changer Mode Button To activate the CD changer press the MODE button until CD information appears on the display Push Button While the CD changer is pl...

Page 151: ...econds of each track To stop the scan function press the button a second time Operating Instructions Satellite Radio Mode If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner s Manual 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 protec...

Page 152: ...ide down Damaged disc Water condensation on optics SALES CODE RAZ AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS 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 RAZ Radio 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 153: ...inue to tune until you release the button The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pressed Radio Data System RDS The Radio Data System allows radio broadcasting sta tions to send data signals on a subcarrier frequency which is added to the stereo signal RDS was developed to give FM receivers user friendly features such as Program Service name PS and Program Typ...

Page 154: ... select the following format types Program Type Radio Display Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Information Inform Jazz Jazz Foreign Language Language Program Type Radio Display News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious Talk Rel Talk Rock Rock Soft ...

Page 155: ...tion will be played for a 5 second scan once around the FM Band and stop at the last station The PTY icon will then turn off 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 button is turned Fade The Fade control provides for b...

Page 156: ...wish to commit to push button memory press the SET button SET 1 will show in the display window Select the push button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a station is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by rep...

Page 157: ... next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the current selection Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 6 selections Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection twice to move 2 selections etc Fast Forward FF Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape in the direction that it is playing The tape will advance ...

Page 158: ...ower or the radio ON OFF switch are turned off the pinch roller will automatically retract to protect the tape from any damage When power is restored to the tape player the pinch roller will automatically reengage and the tape will resume play Noise Reduction The Dolby Noise Reduction System is on whenever the tape player is on but may be switched off To turn off the Dolby Noise reduction System P...

Page 159: ...tically 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 a disc with the radio OFF If you insert a disc...

Page 160: ...ejected with the radio OFF FF TUNE RW Press FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner Program Button 4 Random Play Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the tracks on the se lected disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button ...

Page 161: ...ode Tape CD Button Press this button to select between CD player and Tape player Time Button Press this button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day Scan Button Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track To stop the scan function press the button a second time CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD c...

Page 162: ...ressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road the CD player may skip momentarily Skipping will not damage the disc or the player and play will resume automatically As a safeguard and to protect your CD player one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is ...

Page 163: ...osition to operate the radio Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up or the bottom to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding the button in will bypass stations without stopping until you release it Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to incr...

Page 164: ...ss the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Audio The audio but...

Page 165: ...tween radio frequency and time General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired opera tion NOTE Changes or modifications not expressively ap proved b...

Page 166: ...nd seconds Play will begin at the start of track one Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection EJT Eject Press the EJT button and the disc will unload and move to the entran...

Page 167: ...ton repeatedly to select between the CD player the optional remote CD changer and the Satellite Radio if equipped When Satellite Radio if equipped is selected SAT will appear in your radio display A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite mode Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped Th...

Page 168: ...e are activated Random Play RND Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer Operating Instructions Satellite Radio Mode If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner s Manual CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving o...

Page 169: ...cted or another MODE is selected An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following reasons Excessive vibration Disc inserted upside down Damaged disc Water condensation on optics SALES CODE RBQ AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH 6 DISC CD CHANGER RBQ Radio UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 4 ...

Page 170: ...five seconds The current program type and channel number will then be displayed for five seconds The current channel name and number will then be displayed until an action occurs CD s may remain in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to se...

Page 171: ...ush button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the corresponding push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Audio The audio button controls the BASS TREBLE BAL ANCE and FADE Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed Press the SEEK or SEEK to increase or decrease the Bass tones Press the AUDIO butto...

Page 172: ...or compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CD Player Operation NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the Power Volume control pushed ON before the CD player will operate Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 inch 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism You may either insert o...

Page 173: ...d and move to the entrance for easy removal Radio display will show ejecting when it is being ejected If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will continue to play the non removed CD If the CD is removed and there are other CD s in the radio the radio will play the next CD If the CD is removed and there are no othe...

Page 174: ...mly selected track Press the SET RND button a second time to stop Random Play PTY Program Type Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Pressing the PTY button repeatedly within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broadcast PTY i...

Page 175: ... pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode The radio display will flash SEEK and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station If no station is found with the selected PTY program type the radio will return to the last statio...

Page 176: ...the CD player may skip momentarily Skipping will not damage the disc or the player and play will resume automatically As a safeguard and to protect your CD player one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot CD HOT will pause the operation Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected or another MODE is selected C...

Page 177: ...not be able to use the Naviga tion system and the CD Player simultaneously Always remove the Navigation DVD before inserting another disc SATELLITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satel lite Radio This service offers up to 100 channels of music spor...

Page 178: ...osition and the radio OFF press the Tape Eject or CD Eject depend ing on the radio type and Time buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds The first four digits of the twelve digit ESN SID number will be displayed Press the SEEK UP button to display the next four digits Continue to press the SEEK UP button until all twelve ESN SID digits have been displayed The SEEK DOWN will page down until the first ...

Page 179: ...annel number will then be displayed for 5 seconds The current channel number will then be displayed until an action occurs A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode Selecting a Channel Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for the next channel Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the button to search down Holding the TUNE button cau...

Page 180: ...the PTY button instructions that apply to your radio PTY Button ⴖSCANⴖ When the desired program type is obtained press the SCAN button within five seconds The radio will play 7 seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next channel of the selected program type Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search NOTE Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button while performing a music type scan ...

Page 181: ...the form of short audio mutes Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition take the following precautions 1 Do not use cassette tapes longer than C 90 otherwise sound quality and tape durabilit...

Page 182: ...cially available WET cleaning cassette As preventive maintenance clean the head about every 30 hours of use If you wait until the head becomes very dirty noticeably poor sound it may not be possible to remove all deposits with a simple WET cleaning cassette CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the CD DVD discs in good condition take the following precautions 1 Handle the disc by its edge avoid touching...

Page 183: ...ing of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Conditioning The Air Conditioning System allows you to balance the temperature amount and direction of air circulating throughout the vehicle The controls are located on the instrument panel above the radio The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains R 134a...

Page 184: ...onds Fan speeds to the right of OFF are for heater or ventila tion operation The fan speed increases as you move the control to the right from the OFF position Mode Control Air Direction The mode control allows you to choose from several pat terns of air distribution You can select either a primary mode as identified by the symbols or a blend of two of these modes The center point between modes gi...

Page 185: ...intaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets Use this mode with maxi mum fan and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting NOTE The air conditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the fan switch is not in the A C position This dehumid...

Page 186: ...hile the red area indicates warmer tempera tures NOTE If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected check the front of the A C con denser located in front of the radiator for an accumula tion of dirt or insects Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce air flow to the condenser reducing air conditio...

Page 187: ...sition will cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture build up inside the vehicle For maximum defogging select the Outside Air position If the mode control is in the range between Mix and Defrost and you choose the recirculate mode the mode control knob will automatically move to the left of the Mix position NOTE If you choose Defrost mode and the Circulation control is in the recircu...

Page 188: ...Operating Tips 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 189: ...because of moisture build up inside the vehicle For maximum defogging use the Outside Air position Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against overheating A 50 concentration is recommended Outside Air Intake When operating the system dur...

Page 190: ...rors REAR WINDOW FEATURES Electric Rear Window Defroster The push button is located at the center of the instrument panel below the radio Press this but ton to turn on the rear window defroster and the optional electric remote control heated mirrors An amber light shows that the defroster is on NOTE The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes of operation Each following activation of th...

Page 191: ...the instrument panel below the radio turns the rear wiper ON or OFF When this switch is pressed the rear wiper will operate at a fixed interval of about 4 seconds between wipes Press and hold the switch as long as spray is desired If the switch is depressed while the wiper is on the wiper will operate for a few seconds after the switch is released then resume the previously set mode of intermitten...

Page 192: ...e rear of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radia tor antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water Washer Fluid Reservoir 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 193: ... C 197 If Engine Fails To Start 197 After Starting 198 Turbocharger Cool Down 198 䡵 Automatic Transaxle If Equipped 199 Brake Transmission Interlock System 200 Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System 200 Four Speed Automatic Transaxle 200 Reset Mode 201 Gear Ranges For Four Speed Automatic Transaxle 201 䡵 AutoStick If Equipped 204 AutoStick Operation 204 5 ...

Page 194: ... 䡵 Traction Control If Equipped 214 䡵 Tire Safety Information 216 Tire Markings 216 Tire Identification Number TIN 219 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 220 䡵 Tires General Information 224 Tire Pressure 224 Tire Inflation Pressures 225 Radial Ply Tires 228 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 228 Limited Use Spare If Equipped 229 Tire Spinning 230 Tread Wear Indicators 231 Replacement Tires 231 Alignment A...

Page 195: ...e 235 2 4L High Output Turbo Engine 235 Reformulated Gasoline 236 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 236 MMT In Gasoline 237 Materials Added To Fuel 237 Fuel System Cautions 237 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 238 䡵 Adding Fuel 239 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 239 䡵 Vehicle Loading 241 䡵 Trailer Towing 241 Warranty 242 STARTING AND OPERATING 195 5 ...

Page 196: ... gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear NOTE You must press the brake pedal before shifting out of Park Manual Transaxle Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake press the clutch pedal to the floor and place the gear selector in NEUTRAL NOTE The engine will not start unless the clutc...

Page 197: ... another vehicle This type of start can be dangerous if done improp erly so follow the procedure carefully See section 6 of this manual for jump starting instructions Extremely Cold Weather below 20 F or 29 C To insure reliable starting at these temperatures use of an externally powered electric engine block heater available from your dealer is recommended If Engine Fails to Start If the engine fa...

Page 198: ...15 seconds before trying again After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up Turbocharger Cool Down NOTE Letting the engine idle after severe operation allows the turbine housing to cool to normal operating temperature The following chart should be used as a guide in deter minning the amount of engine idle time required to sufficiently cool down the turbocharger ...

Page 199: ... 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 shifting into any gear make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal NOTE You MUST press and hold...

Page 200: ...t before moving the gear selector out of PARK Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK and the shift knob push button is out It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the OFF or ON positions NOTE If a malfunction occurs the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this ...

Page 201: ... OFF then restart the engine Shift into D and resume driving NOTE Even if the transaxle can be reset it is recom mended 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 For Four Speed Automatic Transaxle DO NOT race the engine when shifti...

Page 202: ...nside a vehicle The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission shift lever into the P Park position When shifting into P Park depress the button on the shift lever and firmly move the lever all the way forward until it stops Look at the shift indicator window on the console to ensure it is in the P Park position When engaged in P Park you will not be able ...

Page 203: ...ailers 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 NOTE Using the 3 range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor mance fuel economy and extend transaxle life by reduc ing excessive shifting and heat build up Use the 3 range when descending steep grades to pr...

Page 204: ...ing the lever to the left triggers a downshift and to the right an upshift The gear position will be shown in the transmission gear display located in the instrument cluster You can shift in or out of the autostick mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal If you choose the Overdrive mode the transmission will oper ate automatically shifting between the four available gea...

Page 205: ...ick mode Speed Control will only function in third or fourth gear Downshifting out of third gear will turn off the speed control If the system detects powertrain overheating the transmission will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off If the system detects a problem it will disable the Autostick mode and the transmission will return to the automat...

Page 206: ...find it easier to use only the lower gears For steady highway driving with light accelerations 5th gear is recommended Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged This will cause abnormal wear on the clutch Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop NOTE During cold weather until the...

Page 207: ...d accidentally selecting REVERSE When moving the shifter lever into REVERSE press the lever to the left until the resistance is overcome When the ignition switch is in the ON position a chime will sound to confirm that reverse has been selected and the backup lights will illuminate NOTE Listen for the audible chime to confirm RE VERSE gear is properly selected Never shift into RE VERSE until the v...

Page 208: ...ay be upshifted up to the maximum speeds listed in table 2 within legal speed limits TABLE 2 MANUAL TRANSAXLE MAXIMUM PER FORMANCE SHIFT SPEEDS IN mph km h ENGINE SIZE 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 2 4L 30 60 85 115 48 97 136 185 If you exceed these speeds you may notice the engine cut in and out This is caused by an electronic limiter in the engine computer The engine will run normally when you red...

Page 209: ...s light only shows that the parking brake is on It does not show the degree of brake application If the parking brake is applied while the vehicle is moving a chime will sound to alert the driver The chime will sound up to 10 times or until the vehicle has returned to a stop Before leaving the vehicle make sure that the parking brake is set To set the parking brake pull up firmly on the lever Also...

Page 210: ...ing the gear selector in Park otherwise the load on the automatic transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of Park As an added precaution turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill grade You should always apply the parking brake before leav ing the vehicle Parking Brake Lever 210 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 211: ...cle is equipped with power assisted brakes as standard equipment In the event power assist is lost for any reason for example repeated brake applications with the engine off the brakes will still function How ever the effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system oper ating WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an acci...

Page 212: ...rmance under most braking conditions The system automatically pumps the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock up All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer However the system will compensate when the compact spare is in use During stops where ABS is activated a vibration of the brake pe...

Page 213: ...nly a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others POWER ASSISTED STEERING The power assisted steering system of your vehicle provides mechanical steering capability in the event power assist is lost If for some reason th...

Page 214: ...the driving front wheels by engaging the brake on the wheel that is losing traction When this occurs the TRAC indicator light located above the instrument cluster odometer will flash The system operates at speeds below 40 mph 64 km h A push button at the center of the instrument panel below the radio turns the Traction Control System ON or OFF Traction Control Switch 214 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 215: ...ended heavy use of Traction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the TRAC OFF Light located in the instrument cluster This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is a normal condition The system will remain disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled The system will automatically reactivate and turn off the TRAC OFF light If your vehicle becomes stuck in ...

Page 216: ...5 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have ...

Page 217: ... tire based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Milimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section Width in Inches in R Construction Code R means Radial Construction D means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in STARTING AND OPERATING 217 5 ...

Page 218: ...ditions ie tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL Extra Load or Reinforced Tire Light Load Light Load Tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum Load indicates the maximum l...

Page 219: ...l certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location 2 digits L9 Code representing the tire size 2 digits ABCD Code used by tire manufacturer 1 to 4 digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Numb...

Page 220: ...sted on either the face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar For vehicles other than passenger cars the cold tire inflation pressures are listed on either the B pillar the Certification Label or in the Tire Inflation Pressures brochure in the glove compart ment Tire Placard Location 220 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 221: ...ying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWR s for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded For further information on GAWR s vehicle loading and trailer towing see...

Page 222: ...available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lb since 5 x 150 750 and 1400 750 650 lb 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to det...

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Page 224: ... 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 problems You could lose control of your vehicle Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fa...

Page 225: ...nflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure for passenger cars is listed on either the face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar For vehicles other than passenger cars the cold tire inflation pressures are listed on either the B pillar the Certification Label or in the Tire Inflation Pressures brochure in the glove compartment Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire P...

Page 226: ...on pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1mile 1 km after a 3 hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure molded into the tire side wall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes T...

Page 227: ...rect tire inflation pressure is very important Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera tion Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi mum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could...

Page 228: ...ed The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with radial tires It is engineered to be used on your style vehicle only Since this tire has limited tread life the original tire should be repaired or replaced and rein stalled at the first opportunity WARNING Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only With these tires do not drive more than 50 mph 80 km h Temporary use spare tires hav...

Page 229: ...d Damage to the vehicle may result Limited Use Spare If Equipped The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use on your vehicle This tire is identified by a limited use spare tire warning label located on the limited use spare tire and wheel assembly This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle but it is not Installation of this limited us...

Page 230: ...n your vehicle Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 35 mph 55 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 expl...

Page 231: ...nspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed see the paragraph on tread wear indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa tion placard for the size designation of your tire The service description and load identification will b...

Page 232: ...acity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result...

Page 233: ...e the use of snow tires during winter Standard tires are of the all season type and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the M S designation on the tire side wall If you need snow tires select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires Use snow tires only in sets of 4 failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Snow tires generally have ...

Page 234: ...thwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving found in the Maintenance Schedules Section of this manual More frequent rotation is permis sible if desired The reasons for any r...

Page 235: ...aving an octane rating of 91 The purchase of higher octane is not required The use of high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane rating of 91 is recommended but not required High quality unleaded gasoline having a minumum octane rating of 87 may safely be used for your vehicle Use of these lower octane gasolines however may result in reduced acceleration performance Light spark knock at low e...

Page 236: ... use of reformulated gaso lines Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as 10 ethanol MTBE and ETBE Oxygen ates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels...

Page 237: ...t is even more important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformu lated gasolines Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed unde...

Page 238: ...ives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas whi...

Page 239: ...opening If using a portable container it should have a flexible nozzle long enough to force open the restricting door Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door on the passen ger s side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle NOTE When removing the fuel filler cap lay the cap tether in the hook located on the...

Page 240: ...le when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled Never add fuel when the engine is running This is in violation of most state and federal fire regulations and will cause the malfunction indi cator light to turn on NOTE Tighten the gas cap about 1 4 turn until you hear one click This is an indication that cap is properly tightened If the gas cap is not tighten properly the Malfunction Indicator Li...

Page 241: ... on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle Before towing a trailer carefully re view this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible Perform maintenance services as prescribed in the main tenance schedules manual When your vehicle is used for trailer towing never exceed the gross axle weight rating GAWR by the addition of The tongue weight of t...

Page 242: ...argo and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard Refer to the Tire Safety Information Section in this manual The D range can be selected when towing However if frequent shifting occurs while in this range the 3 range must be selected NOTE Using the 3 range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor mance and extend...

Page 243: ... NOTE For vehicles equipped with Autostick By using the Autostick modes and selecting a specific gear range frequent shifting can be avoided The highest gear range should be selected that allows for adequate performance For example choose 4 if the desired speed can be maintained Choose 3 or 2 if needed to maintain the desired speed NOTE Extended driving at high RPM should be avoided to prevent exc...

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Page 245: ... Jack Location 249 Spare Tire Stowage 249 Preparations For Jacking 250 Jacking Instructions 251 䡵 Jump Starting Procedures Due To A Low Battery 254 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 256 Acceleration 256 Traction 257 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 257 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 258 With Ignition Key 258 Without The Ignition Key 259 6 ...

Page 246: ...and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service the flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the flasher may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ...

Page 247: ...ine cooling system and turning off the A C removes this heat You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat the Mode control to floor and the fan control to High This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system CAUTION Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads H pull o...

Page 248: ... a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only T...

Page 249: ...owage The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a hook basket mechanism To re move or stow the compact spare use the jack handle to rotate the spare tire drive nut The nut is located under the rear scuff plate at the right rear of the cargo area just inside the liftgate opening Jack Location Lowering Spare Tire WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 249 6 ...

Page 250: ...ce or slippery areas set the parking brake and place the gear selector in PARK automatic transaxle or REVERSE manual transaxle Turn OFF the ignition WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher Block both the fr...

Page 251: ...e left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on the crossmember below the radiator on the front sus pension crossmember or on the rear axle assembly 3 There are two front jacking locations on each side of the body and rear jacking locations located on the trailing arm bracket under the triangular cut out symbol Turn the jack screw to...

Page 252: ...remove the tire 5 Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and wheel covers where applicable off the hub Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered WARNING To avoid possible personal injury handle the wheel...

Page 253: ...g wrench and jack in their designated location Secure all parts using the means provided 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 9 Place the deflated flat tire in the cargo area have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible WARNING A loose tire ...

Page 254: ...e cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a discharged battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle This type of start can be dangerous if done improp erly so follow this procedure carefully 1 Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewel...

Page 255: ... positive jump start terminal located near the Power Distribution Center of the vehicle with the discharged battery WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the contaminated area immediately with large ...

Page 256: ...sition 7 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery 8 When removing the jumper cables reverse the se quence exactly Be careful of the moving belts and fan DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered wet or other slip pery surfaces may cause the front...

Page 257: ...aning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precautions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy 2 Slow down if road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain enough distance between your veh...

Page 258: ... stuck And don t let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed CAUTION Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transaxle overheating and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 55km h TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition Key Four Speed Automatic Transaxle Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi tions The steering col...

Page 259: ...ile being towed wipers defrosters etc the key must be in the ON position not the ACCESSORY position Make certain the transaxle remains in NEUTRAL Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam age to th...

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Page 261: ...d Maintenance Programs 267 䡵 Replacement Parts 268 䡵 Dealer Service 268 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 269 Engine Oil 269 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tension 273 Spark Plugs 274 Ignition Wiring System 274 Catalytic Converter 274 Engine Timing Belt 276 Crankcase Emission Control System 276 Fuel Filter 276 Air Cleaner Element Filter 276 Maintenance Free Battery 277 7 ...

Page 262: ...ctions 289 Brake System 290 Automatic Transaxle 293 Manual Transaxle 296 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 297 䡵 Fuses 303 Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center 303 Interior Fuses 304 䡵 Vehicle Storage 306 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 306 䡵 Bulb Replacement 308 Headlight Bulb Replacement 308 Front Park Turn Signal Side Marker Lights 309 Front Fog Lights If Equipped 309 Tail Stop And Rear Tu...

Page 263: ... Center High Mounted Stop Light 310 䡵 Fluids And Capacities 311 䡵 Recommended Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 312 Engine 312 Chassis 313 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 263 7 ...

Page 264: ...2 4L TURBO ENGINE COMPARTMENT 264 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 265: ...2 4L ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 265 7 ...

Page 266: ...Indicator Light It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indica tor Light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy...

Page 267: ...ently serviced if you recently had a dead battery or a battery replacement If the OBD system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD system is ready you must do the following 1 Insert your ignition key into the ignition swit...

Page 268: ...st routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD system is ready or not ready if the MIL symbol is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on with the engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopar威 parts ...

Page 269: ...d maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance However if a malfunction of these items does occur it could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance These items should be inspected if a malfunction...

Page 270: ...at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these engines CAUTION Overfilling the crankcase as indicated by an oil level above the Max mark on the engine oil dipstick will cause oil aeration which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil temperature This could damage your engine Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil sho...

Page 271: ...nd follow schedule B All Engines of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual If none of these apply to you and your vehicle is equipped with a Non Turbo Charged Engine then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A NON TURBO in the maintenance sched ule section of this manual If none of these apply to you and your vehicle is equipped with a Turbo Charged Engine change yo...

Page 272: ...is engine oil improves low tempera ture starting and vehicle fuel economy Refer to your engine oil filler cap for the recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle For information on engine oil filler cap location see the Engine Compartment illustration in this section Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be...

Page 273: ...at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection All of this manufacturers engines have a full flow type disposable oil filter Use a filter of this type for replace ment The quality of replacement filters varies consider ably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service Mopar Engine Oil Filters are high quality oil filters and are recommended Drive Belts Check Co...

Page 274: ...Label located under the hood for the proper type of spark plug for use in your vehicle Ignition Wiring System The ignition cables should be kept clean and properly connected Terminals should be fully seated Cracked damaged or faulty cables should be replaced Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the cata...

Page 275: ...cle WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex haust system Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any thing that can burn In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a scorching odor may suggest severe and abno...

Page 276: ...ts If a valve is not working properly replace it with a new valve DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or plugging deposits Replace if necessary Fuel Filter A plugged fuel filter can cause hard starting or limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank frequent filter replacement m...

Page 277: ...r cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Maintenance Free Battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic main tenance required CAUTION When servicing the battery always reinstall the battery thermo...

Page 278: ...nals and related accessories con tain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked positive and negative and identified on the battery case Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts a...

Page 279: ...the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode injuring you Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail requiring costly repairs Refer to Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for further warranty information The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure To avoid risk of personal...

Page 280: ...rent and or the system is not functioning as antici pated Coordinate inspection efforts through a certified DaimlerChrysler Dealership WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only manufacturers recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid to restore...

Page 281: ...h quality lubricant such as Mopar威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent This will remove accumulations of salt waxes or road film and help reduce streaking and smearing Operation of the wipers on ...

Page 282: ...ade assembly onto the wiper arm tip until it locks in place Windshield Washer Reservoir The washer fluid reservoir is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radiator antifreeze Washer Fluid Reservoir 282 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 283: ...djacent body areas for broken dam aged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for an oil change or lubrication Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide which is colorless and odorless B...

Page 284: ...y or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle a...

Page 285: ... for correct coolant type CAUTION Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT en gine coolants may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection If a non HOAT cool ant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the specified coolant as soon as possible Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use a...

Page 286: ...elow 34 F 37 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water engine coolant solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurring ...

Page 287: ...r your community To prevent ingestion by animals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate With the engin...

Page 288: ... not overfill the coolant recovery bottle Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If antifreeze needs to be added contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing If frequent coolant additions are required or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools the cooling system should be pres sure tested ...

Page 289: ...ot touch any heat source or moving component that may cause heat damage or mechanical wear Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou plings to make sure the are secure and no leaks are present Components should be replaced immediately if there is any evidence of degradation that could cause failure Fuel System Connections Ele...

Page 290: ...ull braking capacity in an emergency Brake And Power Steering System Hoses When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance inspect the surface of the hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage Hard and brittle rubber cracking tears cuts abrasions and exces sive swelling suggest deterioration of the rubber Particu lar attention should be made to examining those hose surf...

Page 291: ...n burst and cause brake failure You could have an accident If you see any signs of cracking scuffing or worn spots have the brake hoses replaced immediately Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services or immediately if the brake system warning lamp is on Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the c...

Page 292: ...l not affect the other system If the Brake Fluid Reservoir is low and the brake system does not indicate any leaks or other problems it may be a result of a leak in the Hydraulic Clutch Release System See your local authorized dealer for service Use only manufacturers recommended brake fluid refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Brake Fluid Master Cylinder...

Page 293: ...n matter Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid as seal damage will result Automatic Transaxle All front wheel drive vehicles have a transmission and differential assembly contained within a single housing Selection Of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transaxle to assure optimum transaxle performance Use only manufacturers recommended tr...

Page 294: ...e life of the transaxle and of the fluid Procedure For Checking Fluid Level To properly check the automatic transaxle fluid level the following procedure must be used 1 The vehicle must be on level ground 2 The engine should be running at curb idle speed for at minimum of 60 seconds 3 Fully apply parking brake 4 Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear position ending with the lever in P P...

Page 295: ... area marked LOW If the fluid level shows low add sufficient transmission fluid to bring to the proper level CAUTION Do not overfill Dirt and water in the transaxle can cause serious damage To prevent dirt and water from entering the transaxle after checking or replen ishing fluid make certain that the dipstick cap is seated properly Fluid And Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter...

Page 296: ...uld be changed Special Additives The manufacturer recommends against the addition of any fluid additives to the transaxle The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks The use of transmission sealers should be avoided as they may adversely affect seals Manual Transaxle Lubricant Selection Use only manufacturers recommended transmission fluid refer to ...

Page 297: ... in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle Outside parking which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and under body protection The followin...

Page 298: ... power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish CAUTION Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder which will scratch metal and painted surfaces Special Care If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once a month It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges ...

Page 299: ...tone shields behind each wheel CAUTION If your vehicle is equipped with flame or woodgrain graphics it is recommended that special care be taken when using hand held pressure washers to clean your vehicle The pressure of these hand held car wash wands can vary greatly and could possibly cause damage to the surface of the graphic Hold the tip of the wand at least 12 inches away from the graphic sur...

Page 300: ...eact with and discolor the chrome surface Chrome polish Oven cleaner A car wash that uses carbide tipped wheel cleaning brushes or acidic solutions CAUTION Many wheel cleaners contain acids that may harm the wheel surface NOTE Replacement costs for components damaged as a result of not following the recommended cleaning practices are considered the responsibility of the cus tomer Interior Care Use...

Page 301: ...ed to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens clea...

Page 302: ...ic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in the vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content of abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft tissue Seat Belt Maintenance...

Page 303: ...MAXI FUSE Amp Color Items Fused 1 30 Amp Pink Ignition Start 2 40 Amp Green Anti Lock Brake ABS Pump 3 40 Amp Green Ignition Run 4 30 Amp Pink Heated Seats 5 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan Lo Speed Turbo Only 6 50 Amp Red High Speed Radiator Fan Turbo Only 7 30 Amp Pink Anti Lock Brake ABS Solenoid 8 40 Amp Green Electric Back Light EBL 9 Spare 10 40 Amp Green IP Fuseblock Power Distribution Center Loc...

Page 304: ...m 17 20 Amp Yellow IOD 18 15 Amp Blue Hazard Flasher 19 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 20 Spare 21 20 Amp Yellow Fog Lights Build Up Ex port Only 22 Spare Interior Fuses The fuse access panel is on the left side of the instrument panel next to the steering column To remove the panel pull it out as shown A label identifying the components and circuits is located on the inside of the cover Interior Fuse...

Page 305: ...lower 8 15 Amp Blue Fog Lamp Domestic Only 9 10 Amp Red Airbag Run ST 10 10 Amp Red Cluster RKE SKIM 11 10 Amp Red Engine Module ABS TRAC 12 10 Amp Red PDC Relays LDP 13 10 Amp Red Interior Lighting 14 20 Amp Yellow Sunroof Overhead Console Radio 15 20 Amp Yellow Wipers Comb FLS 16 10 Amp Red Auto Stick Ignition Off Run 17 15 Amp Blue Heated Seats 18 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors 19 10 Amp Red Rt Head...

Page 306: ...reserve your battery You may Disengage the mini fuse in the Power Distribution Center labeled IOD Ignition Off Draw Or disconnect the negative cable from the battery REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS Inside Bulb No ABS Indicator LED Airbag Indicator LED Brake System Warning Indicator LED Center Console Floor Lamp T37 Climate Controls 6233137 Console Gear Selector PC194 Cruise Indicator VFD Dome Light ...

Page 307: ...or Vanity 6501966 Voltage Indicator LED NOTE Vacuum Fluorescent Display All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement LIGHTS BULBS Outside Bulb No Low Beam Headlight 9006XS High Beam Headlight 9005XS Front Park Turn Signal Side Marker Light 4157NAKX Front Fog Light 9006 Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL 921 W16W Re...

Page 308: ...th your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life 1 Remove the headlight access cover splash shield located in the front wheel well opening 2 Disconnect the electrical connector 3 Rotate the socket to the left one quarter turn and replace the bulb 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 309: ...ace the bulb Front Fog Lights If Equipped 1 Remove the fasteners attaching the lower splash shield to gain access to the fog light 2 Twist and remove the bulb from the fog light housing 3 Disconnect the electrical connector and replace bulb Tail Stop and Rear Turn Signal Lights 1 Remove the screw attaching the tail light housing and remove the housing from the vehicle MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 ...

Page 310: ... up light to the rear fascia and remove the housing 2 Remove the socket from the housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace Center High Mounted Stop Light 1 Open the liftgate and remove the liftgate CHMSL cover 2 Remove CHMSL lens from the housing by unlatching the two side latches 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 311: ...0 Engine Oil Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade meet ing DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 5 0 qts 4 7 Liters Cooling System 2 4 Liter Engines Mopar威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Miles Formula 6 5 qts 6 2 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 7 ...

Page 312: ...E 5W 30 Engine Oil Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Engine Oil Filter Non Turbo Mopar 4105409 or equiv Turbo Mopar 4781452AA or equiv Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com partment Fuel Selection 91 Octane for High Output 2 4L Turbo and 87 Octane for 2 4L Standard Turbo and 2 ...

Page 313: ...on Fluid Mopar威 ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent Brake Master Cylinder Mopar威 DOT 3 SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids or equivalent Power Steering Reservoir Mopar威 ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 7 ...

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Page 315: ...NANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance 316 䡵 Maintenance Schedule 316 Schedule B All Engines 319 Schedule A Non Turbo 329 Schedule A Turbo 333 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 316: ... and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE There are three maintenance schedules that show re quired service for your vehicle First is Schedule B ALL ENGINES It is for vehicles t...

Page 317: ...l Engines of the Maintenance Sched ules section of this manual NOTE Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule B ALL ENGINES Second is Schedule A NON TURBO It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Schedule B ALL ENGINES Third is Schedule A TURBO It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Schedu...

Page 318: ...and tighten the terminals as required Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir brake master cylinder and transaxle and add as needed Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for proper fit At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the brake hoses Inspect the CV joints and front ...

Page 319: ...t temperatures are below32 F 0 C Stop and go driving Extensive engine idling Driving in dusty conditions Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 2 km More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing Taxi police or delivery service commercial ser vice Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY ...

Page 320: ...nd your vehicle is equipped with a Non Turbo Charged Engine then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A NON TURBO in the maintenance sched ule section of this manual If none of these apply to you and your vehicle is equipped with a Turbo Charged Engine change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A TURBO in the maintenance schedule section of this manual 320 SCH...

Page 321: ... engine oil and engine oil filter if not replaced at 3 months X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace as necessary X Inspect the Make up air filter replace as nec essary X SCHEDULE B ALL ENGINES 321 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 322: ...ths X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect the PCV valve and replace as neces sary X Replace the Make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X 322 SCHEDULE B ALL ENGINES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 323: ...d at 3 months X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X Inspect the brake linings X Change the brake fluid If vehicle is used for trailer towing X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace as necessary X Change the manual transaxle fluid X Inspect the Make up air filter Replace as nec essary X SCHEDULE B ALL ENGINES 323 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 324: ...leaner filter X Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if neces sary Not required if previously changed X Replace the Make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X Change the automatic transaxle fluid and fil ter X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102 000 miles X 324 SCHE...

Page 325: ...eaner filter and replace as necessary X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary Not required if previously changed X Replace the engine timing belt X Inspect the Make up air filter replace as necessary X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X Replace the Make up air filter X SCHEDU...

Page 326: ... X X Inspect the brake linings X Change the brake fluid If vehicle is used for trailer towing X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace as necessary X Change the manual transaxle fluid X Flush and replace the engine coolant if not replaced at 60 months X Inspect the Make up air filter replace as necessary X 326 SCHEDULE B ALL ENGINES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 327: ...gine air cleaner filter X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Replace the Make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not replaced at 102 000 miles X Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables X SCHEDULE B ALL ENGINES 327 8 M...

Page 328: ...aced This maintenance is required only for police taxi limousine type operation or trailer towing This maintenance is required only for police taxi limousine type operation or trailer towing Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts 328 SCHEDULE B ALL ENGINES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 329: ...e engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Replace the Make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X SCHEDULE A NON TURBO 329 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 330: ...ings X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102 000 miles X Replace the Make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X 330 SCHEDULE A NON TURBO 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U...

Page 331: ...he brake linings X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary Not required if previously changed X Replace the Make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X Flush and replace the engine coolant if not replaced at 60 months X SCHEDULE A NON TURBO 331 8 M A I N T E N A N...

Page 332: ...e coolant at 120 months if not done at 102 000 miles X Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables X Replace the Make up air filter X This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer 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 performed anytime a malfunction is observed or susp...

Page 333: ...ge engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Replace the Make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X SCHEDULE A TURBO 333 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 334: ...000 88 000 Months 42 48 54 60 66 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Rotate tires X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months if not replaced at 100 000 miles X 334 SCHEDULE A TURBO 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 335: ...res X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary Not required if previously changed X Replace the Make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X SCHEDULE A TURBO 335 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 336: ...ngine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary Not required if previously changed X Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 months X Replace the Make up air filter X Replace the engine timing belt X 336 SCHEDULE A TURBO 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C ...

Page 337: ...ut is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty This maintenance is not required if previously replaced Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doub...

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Page 339: ... 340 Prepare A List 340 Be Reasonable With Requests 340 䡵 If You Need Assistance 340 䡵 Warranty Information 343 䡵 Mopar威 Parts 345 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 345 In Canada 345 䡵 Publication Order Forms 346 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 347 Treadwear 347 Traction Grades 347 Temperature Grades 348 9 ...

Page 340: ... work you want done If you ve had an accident or work done that is not on your maintenance log let the service advisor know Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If y...

Page 341: ...ager first Most matters can be resolved with this process If for some reason you are still not satisfied talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership They want to know if you need assistance If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern you may contact the Manufacturer s Customer Center Any communication to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information...

Page 342: ...TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex pected repairs after your manufacturer s new vehicle limited warranty expires The manufacturer stands be hind only the manufacturer s Service Contracts...

Page 343: ...to your contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased your new vehicle Your dealer has also made a major investment in facilities tools and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with your ownership experience You ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or rela...

Page 344: ...U S ONLY 344 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 345: ...ay order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Wash ington DC area or write to NHTSA U S Dept of Transportation Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety fro...

Page 346: ...nts is written in straightforward language with illustrations diagrams and charts Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Filled with diagrams charts and detailed illustrations these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled vehicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubl...

Page 347: ...ative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con ditions on a specified government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations...

Page 348: ...ire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passen ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade is establis...

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Page 350: ...nt 50 Airbag Light 47 52 62 142 Airbag Maintenance 51 Airbag Side 49 Alarm Panic 23 Alarm System 26 137 Alignment and Balance 232 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 181 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 285 311 312 Capacities 311 Disposal 287 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 212 Anti Lock Warning Light 139 Anti Theft Security Alarm 26 Appearance Care 297 Auto Down Power Windows 32 Autom...

Page 351: ...ylinder 291 Parking 209 Warning Light 140 Brakes 211 290 Brake Transmission Interlock 200 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 60 Bulb Replacement 306 308 Bulbs Light 306 Calibration Compass 114 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 311 Capacities Fluid 311 Caps Filler Fuel 239 Oil Engine 264 265 272 Carbon Monoxide Warning 238 Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier 126 Carrier Luggage 126 Cassette Tape...

Page 352: ...ors 57 Child Restraint with Automatic Belts 56 Child Safety Locks 21 Child Seat 58 Clean Air Gasoline 236 Climate Control 183 Clock 144 Clutch 291 Clutch Fluid 291 Coin Holder 120 Compact Disc Maintenance 182 Compact Disc Player 152 159 Compact Spare Tire 228 Compass 112 Compass Calibration 114 Compass Variance 113 Console 120 Console Overhead 111 Contract Service 342 Cool Down Turbo 198 Coolant 3...

Page 353: ...agnostic System Onboard 266 Dimmer Switch Headlight 98 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 287 Engine Oil 273 Door Ajar 141 Door Locks 18 Door Locks Automatic 20 Door Opener Garage 105 Downshifting 208 Drive Belts 273 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 256 Electric Rear Window Defrost 190 Electric Remote Mirrors 69 Electrical Power Outlets 117 Electronic Power Distribution Center 303 Electronic Speed Con...

Page 354: ...Synthetic 272 Overheating 246 Temperature Gauge 138 Timing Belt 276 Exhaust Gas Caution 29 61 238 283 Exhaust System 283 Filler Location Fuel 143 Filters Air Cleaner 276 Engine Fuel 276 Engine Oil 273 312 Flashers 246 Hazard Warning 246 Flat Tire Stowage 253 Flooded Engine Starting 197 Fluid Brake 313 Fluid Capacities 311 Fluid Leaks 62 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle 294 Fluids 312 Fog Lig...

Page 355: ...nts 235 System Hoses 289 Tank Capacity 311 Fueling 239 Fuses 303 Garage Door Opener 105 Gas Cap 239 Gasoline 235 311 Gasoline Clean Air 236 Gasoline Reformulated 236 Gauges Coolant Temperature 138 Fuel 137 Tachometer 139 Gearshift 201 General Information 17 24 General Maintenance 269 Glass Cleaning 302 Hands Free Phone 70 Hazard Warning Flasher 246 Head Restraints 85 INDEX 355 10 ...

Page 356: ...ol 140 142 Infant Restraint 53 Inside Rearview Mirror 67 Instrument Cluster 134 137 Instrument Panel and Controls 133 Instrument Panel Cover 302 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 302 Integrated Power Module 303 Interior Appearance Care 300 Interior Fuses 304 Interior Lights 95 Intermittent Wipers 100 Introduction 4 Jack Location 249 Jack Operation 248 251 Jacking Instructions 251 Jump Starting 254 Ke...

Page 357: ... 139 Back Up 310 Brake Warning 140 Center Mounted Stop 310 Courtesy Reading 94 Daytime Running 97 Dimmer Switch Headlight 96 Engine Temperature Warning 138 Fog 97 143 309 Front Replacement 308 Headlight Switch 96 Headlights 96 High Beam Indicator 139 Instrument Cluster 96 Interior 95 Liftgate Ajar 137 Lights On Reminder 97 Low Fuel 143 Malfunction Indicator 142 Oil Pressure 137 Rear Servicing 309 ...

Page 358: ... 126 Maintenance Free Battery 277 Maintenance General 269 Maintenance Procedures 269 Maintenance Schedule Schedule A Non Turbo 329 Schedule A Turbo 333 Schedule B 319 Schedule B All Engines 319 Maintenance Schedules 316 Malfunction Indicator Light 142 267 Manual Service 346 Manual Transaxle 196 205 296 Downshifting 208 Fluid Level Check 296 Frequency of Fluid Change 297 Lubricant Selection 296 Mas...

Page 359: ...al 270 Checking 269 Disposal 273 Filter 273 Identification Logo 272 Materials Added to 273 Quality 272 Recommendation 272 311 Synthetic 272 Viscosity 272 Oil Pressure Light 137 Onboard Diagnostic System 266 267 Opener Garage Door 105 Operator Manuals Owner s Manuals 4 Outside Air Intake 189 Overdrive 203 Overhead Console 111 Overhead Travel Information Center 111 Overheating Engine 246 Owner s Man...

Page 360: ...for Jacking 250 Pretensioners Seat Belts 42 Programmable Electronic Features 106 110 Programming Transmitters 24 106 110 Radial Ply Tires 228 Radio Broadcast Signals 144 Radio Operation 146 163 183 Radio Satellite 177 Radio Sound Systems 146 152 163 169 Rear Liftgate 28 Rear Seat Folding 87 88 Rear Seat Removal 91 Rear Shelf Panel 122 Rear Window 32 Rear Window Defroster 190 Rear Window Features 1...

Page 361: ...e 62 Safety Defects Reporting 345 Safety Information Tire 216 Safety Tips 61 Satellite Radio 177 Satellite Radio Antenna 181 Schedule Maintenance 316 Seat Belts 33 Adjustable Shoulder Belt 40 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 40 And Pregnant Women 43 Child Restraint 52 Cleaning 302 Front Seat 34 Pretensioners 42 Rear Seat 34 Reminder 139 Untwisting Procedure 40 Seats 82 Adjustment 82 Head Restra...

Page 362: ...lippery Surfaces Driving On 256 Snow Tires 233 Spare Tire 228 229 249 Spark Plugs 274 Speed Control 102 141 Speedometer 138 Speedometer and Odometer 134 Starting 196 Automatic Transmission 196 Engine Fails to Start 197 Manual Transmission 196 Starting Procedures 196 Steering Power 213 280 Tilt Column 100 Wheel Lock 17 Storage 121 306 Storage Bin 121 Stuck Freeing 257 Sun Roof 114 Sun Visor Extensi...

Page 363: ... 347 Air Pressure 224 Alignment 232 Chains 233 Changing 248 Compact Spare 228 Flat Changing 253 General Information 224 High Speed 227 Inflation Pressures 225 Jacking 248 Load Capacity 220 221 Quality Grading 347 Radial 228 Replacement 231 Rotation 234 Safety 216 224 Sizes 217 Snow Tires 233 Spare Tire 249 Spinning 230 Tread Wear Indicators 231 Towing Disabled Vehicle 258 Traction 257 Traction Con...

Page 364: ...ry 22 Transporting Pets 60 Tread Wear Indicators 231 Trip Odometer Reset Button 141 144 Trunk Release Emergency 29 Turbo Cool Down 198 Turn Signals 98 138 Understanding Your Instrument Panel 133 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 347 Universal Transmitter 105 Unleaded Gasoline 235 Untwisting Procedure Seat Belt 40 Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 289 Vanity Mirrors 70 Variance Compass 113 Vehicle Identification Nu...

Page 365: ...asher Adding Fluid 192 Washer Rear 191 Washers Windshield 99 Washing Vehicle 298 Wheel Alignment and Balance 232 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 299 Wind Buffeting 33 117 Window Fogging 189 Windows 31 Windshield Washers 98 99 Windshield Wipers 98 281 Wiper Blade Replacement 281 Wiper Rear 191 Wipers Intermittent 100 INDEX 365 10 ...

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