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STARTING AND OPERATING

CONTENTS

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Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255

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Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255

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Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255

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Engine Block Heater – If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 257

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Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258

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Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258

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Four-Wheel Drive Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263

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NV 144 Transfer Case Operating
Information/Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263

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Shifting Procedure - NV 144 Transfer Case . . . 266

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NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating
Information / Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267

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Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II
Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271

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Driving On Slippery Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272

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Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273

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Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275

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Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . 275

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Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277

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Summary of Contents for 2007 Aspen

Page 1: ... VEHICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 181 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 345 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 417 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 441 10 INDEX 449 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 Roll Over Warning 4 䡵 How To Use This Manual 5 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 7 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 7 䡵 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 1 ...

Page 4: ...other types of vehicles This vehicle has a higher ground clearance higher center of gravity and narrower track than many passenger cars It is capable of perform ing better in a wide variety of off road applications Driven in an unsafe manner all vehicles can be caused to go out of control Because of the higher center of gravity and the narrower track if this vehicle is out of control it may roll o...

Page 5: ...r 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 component w...

Page 6: ...6 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 7: ...ntire manual you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also appears on the Auto mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle the vehcile registration and title NOTE It is illega...

Page 8: ...IFICATIONS 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 8 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 9: ...Delay Feature 14 䡵 Sentry Key If Equipped 15 Replacement Keys 16 Customer Key Programming 16 General Information 17 䡵 Security Alarm System If Equipped 17 To Set The Alarm 18 To Disarm The System 18 䡵 Illuminated Entry 19 Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks 19 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry 19 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 20 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 21 Using The Panic Alarm 22 2 ...

Page 10: ...rotection Driver s And Front Passenger Door Only 32 Window Lockout Switch 33 䡵 Liftgate 34 Power Liftgate If Equipped 35 䡵 Occupant Restraints 38 Lap Shoulder Belts 39 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 44 Second Row Center Seat Belt 45 Rear 60 40 Seat Third Row Center Three Point Belt If Equipped 46 Seat Belt Pretensioners 48 Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System BeltAlert 48 Seat Belts...

Page 11: ...s 51 Event Data Recorder EDR 60 Child Restraint 62 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 71 䡵 Safety Tips 72 Exhaust System 72 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 73 Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 2 ...

Page 12: ...r dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission Place the shift lever in PARK Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the key NOTE If you try to remove the key before you place the lever in PARK the key may become trapped temporarily Ignition Key Ignition Switch Positions 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 13: ...ther controls or move the vehicle CAUTION An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Locking Doors With The Key You can insert the key 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 IGNITION AND STEERI...

Page 14: ...ck when the key is removed and the steering wheel is turned around 115 degrees clockwise or 65 degrees counterclockwise from the center position Ignition Accessory Delay Feature For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC the power window switches radio hands free system if equipped and power out lets will remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is ...

Page 15: ...s ignition keys which have an embedded electronic chip transponder to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation Therefore only keys that are pro grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle The system will shut the engine off in two 2 seconds if someone uses an invalid key to start the engine NOTE A key that has not been programmed is consid ered an invalid key even if it is cu...

Page 16: ...edure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics A blank key is one which has never been programmed and needs to be cut NOTE When having the Sentry Key System serviced bring all vehicle keys to the dealer Customer Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid keys by doing the following 1 Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank s to match ...

Page 17: ...t then be repro grammed All vehicle keys must be taken to the dealer at the time of service to be reprogrammed General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference that may be received including interferenc...

Page 18: ...rity system will also disarm if the vehicle is started with a programmed Sentry Key If an unpro grammed Sentry Key is used to start a vehicle the engine will start and run for 2 seconds and then shut down After six unsuccessul attempts at starting the engine the system will shut down until the correct key is used To exit alarming mode press the RKE Unlock button or start the vehicle with a program...

Page 19: ...sition or a key fob LOCK button is pressed There is also a battery saver feature that will turn the interior lights off after 8 minutes if the ignition is OFF and a door is left open or the dimmer control is in the interior lights ON position REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY NOTE For the remote starting feature if equipped refer to the Remote Starting System section NOTE For the power liftgate feature if equi...

Page 20: ...OCK button is pressed the illuminated entry will initiate and the parking lights will flash on twice The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first UNLOCK button press by using the following procedure 1 Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed key fob 2 Continue to hold the LOCK button at least 4 seconds but not longer than 10 seconds then press and hold the UNLOCK butto...

Page 21: ...h buttons at the same time 4 To reactivate this feature repeat the above steps 5 Test the horn chirp feature while outside of the ve hicle by pressing the LOCK button on the key fob with the ignition in the OFF position and the key removed NOTE Pressing the LOCK button on the keyfob while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated w...

Page 22: ...nic mode is activated the interior lights will illuminate the headlamps and parking lights will flash and the horn will sound To cancel the Panic mode press and release the PANIC button on the transmitter a second time Panic mode will automatically cancel after 3 minutes or if the vehicle is started or exceeds 15 mph 24 km h During the Panic Mode the door locks and remote keyless entry systems wil...

Page 23: ...e programmed for your vehicle Additional fobs can be programmed to your vehicle through the use of a currently programmed fob NOTE When entering program mode using that fob all other programmed fobs will be erased and you will have to reprogram them for your vehicle Use the Following procedure to program additional key fobs if the vehicle is not equipped with Sentry Key 1 Enter your vehicle and cl...

Page 24: ... 12 Repeat steps 8 through 10 to program up to six additional fobs 13 Turn the ignition to the OFF position 14 Your vehicle will remain in program mode up to 60 seconds from when the original chime was heard After 60 seconds all programmed fobs function normally NOTE If you do not have a programmed transmitter contact your dealer for details Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery ...

Page 25: ... fob is equipped with a screw reinstall and tighten the screw until snug REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a remote starting system which will allow the vehicle to be started up to 300 feet away from the vehicle using the remote keyless entry key fob which is part of your ignition key In order to remote start your vehicle the hood liftgate and all the doors must ...

Page 26: ...art you must first unlock the vehicle using the UNLOCK button on the key fob After the vehicle is unlocked you have 60 seconds to enter the vehicle insert the key in the Ignition and move it to the RUN position otherwise the engine will cancel remote start and auto matically turn off Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur If the engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500 Any engine war...

Page 27: ... be manually locked from the inside by pushing down the door lock plunger located at the rear of the door Both front doors may be opened from the inside with the door lock plunger in the down or locked position WARNING For personal security and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors when you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle Never leave children alone in a veh...

Page 28: ... key is in the ignition switch and a door is open as a reminder to remove the key Automatic Door Locks If this feature is enabled your door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle s speed exceeds 15 mph 24 km h Automatic Door Lock Programming This feature is enabled when your vehicle is shipped from the assembly plant and can be disabled by using the following procedure 1 Enter your vehicle...

Page 29: ...oor is opened excluding the liftgate This will occur only after the vehicle has been shifted into the Park position after the vehicle has been driven shifted out of Park and all doors closed This feature will not operate if there is any manual operation of the power door locks Lock or Unlock Auto Unlock On Exit Programming If Equipped Customer Programming sequence to enable or disable the Auto Unl...

Page 30: ...e above procedure Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for children riding in the rear seat the rear doors of your vehicle have the child protection door lock system To use the system open each rear door and slide the control UP to engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the child protection locks When the system on a door is engaged that door can only be opened by using the ou...

Page 31: ... desired position NOTE For emergency exit with the system engaged move the door lock switch to the UNLOCK position roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle WINDOWS Power Windows The control on the left front door has up down switches that give you finger tip control of all four power win dows There is a single opening and closing switch on the passenger doors for passeng...

Page 32: ...erate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Auto Down The driver s and front passenger window switch has an Auto Down feature Push the window switch past the first detent release and the window will go down automatically To cancel the Auto Down movement operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch Auto Up Feature with Anti Pinch Protection Driver s and Fr...

Page 33: ...s almost closed Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing Resetting the Auto Up Feature Should the Auto Up feature stop working the window probably needs to be reset To reset Auto Up Pull the window switch up and close the window com pletely then pull and hold the switch for 1 second Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver s door allows you to disable the wi...

Page 34: ... vehicle must first be unlocked by pressing the remote transmitter UNLOCK button prior to activating the Power Liftgate otherwise the engine will stop automatically Once unlocked the liftgate can be opened or closed To open the liftgate depress the liftgate release switch located in the exterior handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion Five Button Transmitter 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFOR...

Page 35: ...d The power liftgate may be opened manually or by using the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter Press the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter twice within five seconds to open the power liftgate Once the liftgate is fully open pressing the button twice within five seconds a second time will close the liftgate When the remote keyless entry transmitter button is press two times...

Page 36: ...re the liftgate is closed and latched before driving away A beeping signal will sound two seconds before the liftgate starts to open or close NOTE If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is closing or opening the liftgate will automatically reverse to the closed or open position provided it meets sufficient resistance There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the liftgate Ligh...

Page 37: ...he power liftgate buttons will not operate if the vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph 0 km h The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures below 22 F 30 C or temperatures above 150 F 65 C Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice from the liftgate before pressing any of the power liftgate switches If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions within the same cy...

Page 38: ...ther OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers knee bolsters front airbags for both the driver and front passenger and left and right side curtain airbags for the driver and passengers seated next to a window If you will be carrying children too small for adu...

Page 39: ... they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times Lap Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle have combination lap shoulder belts T...

Page 40: ...bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never b...

Page 41: ...t to your arm in the rear seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Pulling Out Belt and Latchplate Removing Slack From Belt THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 2 ...

Page 42: ...he arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together ...

Page 43: ...tor 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 system periodically checking for cuts frays or ...

Page 44: ...e it up or down to the position 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 the desired position Pull the seatback forward to ensure that it is locked in the upright position Adjusting Uppe...

Page 45: ... seatback until you hear a click that signals latch engagement Automatic Locking Mode To convert from the normal emergency locking mode to the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder belt portion and pull all of the webbing out of the retractor Allow some of the webbing to retract into the retractor as the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound to indicate the seat belt is now in the autom...

Page 46: ... Allow the retractor to take up the surplus webbing and insert the latch plates into the slots in the headliner for storage while the 60 seat back is folded down WARNING If the small keyed buckle latch plate and keyed buckle are not properly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant the seat belt will not be able to provide the proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a c...

Page 47: ...kle latch plate forward from the headliner slots and insert it into the keyed buckle until there is an audible click Refer to the previous section for the proper seat belt usage Third Row Center Seat Belt Third Row Center Seat Belt THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 2 ...

Page 48: ...rn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Like the airbags the pretension ers are single use items After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the airbags and pretensioners both must be replaced Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System BeltAlert If the driver s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the ...

Page 49: ... 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or START position DaimlerChrysler does not recom mend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert 1 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and buckle the driver s seat belt DO NOT start the engine or press the trip reset button 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and wait for the seat belt Warning Light to turn off If...

Page 50: ...nant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended your dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be...

Page 51: ...irbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment The front airbags have a multistage inflator design This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size This vehicle is also equipped with window bags to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window The window bags are locate...

Page 52: ...s for installation on the vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason NOTE Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat hooks in this vehicle A clothing bar will impede the proper performance of the window bags Along with the seat belts front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Window bags...

Page 53: ...child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should use their lap and shoulder belts properly 3 The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the airbag room to inflate 4 If your vehicle has window bags do not lean against the door or window airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door 5 If the airba...

Page 54: ...ly extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel The window bags also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat Air Bag System Components The airbag system consists of the following Occupant Restraint Controller Side Remote Acceleration Sensors Airbag Warning Light Driver Airbag Passenger Airbag Window Bags above Side Wi...

Page 55: ...will not inflate During a moderate to severe rear impact the ORC may deploy the seat belt pretensioners alone Also the ORC turns on the AIRBAG warning light in the instrument cluster for 6 to 8 seconds for a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check the AIRBAG warning light will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the AIRBAG wa...

Page 56: ...oles in the sides of the airbag In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed to activate only in certain side collisions When the ORC with side impact option detects a collision requiring the window bags to inflate it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate th...

Page 57: ...urs The airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags when the impact sensors detect a moderate to severe frontal collision to help restrain the driver and front passenger and then immediately deflate NOTE A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system If you do have a collision whi...

Page 58: ...or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufac turer s instructions for cleaning It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have deployed If you are involved in another collision the airbags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensione...

Page 59: ... modify an advanced airbag system for persons with disabilities contact your authorized dealer 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 to try to repair any part of the airbag system yourself Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system Enhanced Accident Res...

Page 60: ...sed by DaimlerChrysler Corporation and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle performance In addition to crash investigations initiated by DaimlerChrysler Corpo ration such investigations may be requested by custom ers insurance carriers government officials and profes sional crash researchers such as those associate...

Page 61: ...er preserved 2 Used in defense of litigation involving a DaimlerChrysler Corporation product 3 Requested by police under a legal warrant 4 Otherwise required by law Data Parameters that May Be Recorded Diagnostic trouble code s and warning lamp status for electronically controlled safety systems including the airbag system Airbag disable lamp status if equipped Time of airbag deployment in terms o...

Page 62: ... installation of a car bed used for carrying newborn babies at the right front passenger seat position If a car bed must be used to transport a newborn baby the car bed must be installed in the second seating row only Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be us...

Page 63: ...horage System Section The belt positioning booster seat is for children weighing 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 seat cushion while the child s back is against the seat back they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning booster seat are held in the...

Page 64: ...re are some tips for getting the most out of your child restraint Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards The manufacturer recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the ...

Page 65: ... the manufacturer s instructions tell you When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle Do not leave it loose in the vehicle In a sudden stop or collision it could strike the occupants or seat backs and cause serious personal injury LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren Your vehicle s second row s...

Page 66: ...lower attach ments must be installed in the outboard 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...

Page 67: ... seatback and seat cushion surfaces In addition there are tether strap anchorages behind each second row seating position located on the back of the seat Many but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector for attach ment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints ...

Page 68: ...t belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children It is recommended that before installing the child restraint buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint route the seat belt throug...

Page 69: ...ractor it will have a distinctive label Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle Then pull the belt until it is all extracted from the retractor Allow the belt to return to the retractor pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion about the child restraint Refer to Auto matic Locki...

Page 70: ...g position in the second row and behind the center seating position in the case of the third row seat 60 40 split bench if equipped To install child restraint tether follow these instructions 1 Place the child restraint in the center seating position of the third row of seats 2 Route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two headrest posts 3 Attach the tether strap hook of the ...

Page 71: ...ined in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of ...

Page 72: ...mate control system to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed and the controls in any position except OFF or RECIRC The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Be aware of changes in the sound of the exhaust system exhaust fumes detected inside the vehicle or damage to the underside or rear of the v...

Page 73: ...ont airbags have deployed If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition replace the belt Airbag Light The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light is not lit during starting see you authorized dealer If the light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an autho rize...

Page 74: ...the instrument panel Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel water oil or other fluid leaks Also if fuel fumes are detected the cause should be located and corrected 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 75: ...e If Equipped 81 Electric Remote Control Mirrors 81 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 82 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 83 Automatic Dimming Driver s Exterior Mirror If Equipped 83 䡵 Hands Free Communication UConnect If Equipped 83 Operations 85 Phone Call Features 92 UConnect System Features 95 Advanced Phone Connectivity 99 Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System 101 3 ...

Page 76: ...d And Tumble 115 Second Row 40 20 40 Seat Fold And Tumble 117 Third Row Seat Bench If Equipped 120 Third Row 60 40 Folding If Equipped 123 䡵 Driver Memory System If Equipped 125 Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory 126 Memory Position Recall 127 To Disable A Transmitter Linked To Memory 127 Self Limiting Control 128 Driver Easy Exit And Easy Entry Control...

Page 77: ...eld Washers 139 䡵 Tilt Steering Column 140 䡵 Driver Adjustable Pedals If Equipped 141 Adjustment 141 䡵 Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 142 To Activate 143 To Set At A Desired Speed 143 To Deactivate 143 To Resume Speed 144 To Vary The Speed Setting 144 To Accelerate For Passing 145 䡵 Rear Park Assist System If Equipped 146 䡵 Overhead Console 150 Courtesy Reading Lights 151 䡵 Overhead Console ...

Page 78: ...meLink Button 165 Security 166 䡵 Power Sunroof If Equipped 167 Express Open Feature 167 Wind Buffeting 168 Sunroof Maintenance 169 䡵 Electrical Power Outlets 169 115V Inverter Outlet If Equipped 170 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off Battery Fed Configuration 171 䡵 Floor Console 172 Front Floor Console Features 172 Rear Floor Console Features If Equipped 175 䡵 Factory Installed Roof Luggage Rac...

Page 79: ...m allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward rear of truck The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield Day Night Mirror UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 3 ...

Page 80: ... you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light in the button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated This option also controls the driver side mirror when it is equipped with auto dimming glass Automatic Dimming Mirror 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 81: ...rror s to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature If Equipped Folding exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage Electric Remote Control Mirrors The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver s door trim panel Remote Control Mirrors Switch UNDE...

Page 82: ...ler and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the right side mirror Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor To use the mirror rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirr...

Page 83: ... vehicles behind you This feature is controlled by the inside mirror and can be turned off by pressing the button at the base of the inside mirror HANDS FREE COMMUNICATION UConnect IF EQUIPPED UConnect is a voice activated hands free in vehicle communications system UConnect allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g Call ѧ Mike ѧ Work or Dial ѧ 248 ...

Page 84: ...s Free profile cellular phone UConnect features Bluetooth technology the global standard that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station so UCon nect works no matter where you stow your cellular phone be it your purse pocket or briefcase as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle s UConnect system The UConnect system ...

Page 85: ...The volume of the UConnect system can be adjusted either from the radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control right switch if so equipped The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the UConnect system such as CELL or caller ID on certain radios Operations Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnect system and to navigate through the UConnect menu structure...

Page 86: ... remember the UConnect system works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone as if speaking to some one sitting eight feet away from you Voice Command Tree Refer to Voice Tree at the end of this section Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt or if you want to know your options are at any prompt say Help follow ing the voice on beep The UConnect system will play all the options...

Page 87: ...www dodge com uconnect www jeep com uconnect The following are general phone to UConnect System pairing instructions Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Phone Pairing and follow the audible prompts When prompted after the voice on beep say Pair a Phone and follow the audible prompts You will be asked to say a four digit pin number which you will ...

Page 88: ...mple if priority 3 and priority 5 phones are present in the vehicle the UConnect system will use the priority 3 cellular phone when you make a call You can select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time refer to Advanced Phone Connectivity Call Dial by Saying a Number Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Dial System will prompt you to say the...

Page 89: ... corresponding phone number which may appear in the display of certain radios Add Names to Your UConnect Phonebook NOTE Adding names to phonebook is recommended when vehicle is not in motion Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook New Entry When prompted say the name of the new entry Use of long names helps the voice recognition and is recom mend...

Page 90: ...he following beep say Phonebook Edit You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit Next choose the number designation home work mobile or pager that you wish to edit When prompted recite the new phone number for the phonebook entry that you are editing After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook you will be given the opportunities to edit another ent...

Page 91: ...n while the UConnect system is playing the desired entry and say Delete After you enter the name the UConnect system will ask you which designation you wish to delete home work mobile or pager Say the designation you wish to delete Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted After confirmation the phonebook entries will be de leted Note that only the phonebook in the curr...

Page 92: ...Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnect system if the feature s are available on your cellular service plan For example if your cellular service plan provides three way calling this feature can be accessed through the UConnect system Check with your cellular service provider for the features that you have Answer or Reject an Incoming Call No Call Currently in Prog...

Page 93: ...press the Voice Recognition button and say Dial or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress To go back to the first call refer to Toggling Between Calls To combine two calls refer to Conference Call Place Retrieve a Call from Hold To put a call on hold press the Phone button until you hear a single bee...

Page 94: ...y the active call s will be terminated and if there is a call on hold it will become the new active call Redial Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Redial The UConnect system will call the last number that was dialed on your cellular phone Note this may not be the last number dialed from the UConnect system Call Continuation Call continuation is progre...

Page 95: ...ish Espanol or Francais if so equipped Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection After selecting one of the languages all prompts and voice commands will be in that language NOTE After every UConnect language change op eration only the language specific 32 name phonebook is usable The paired phone name is not language specific and usable across all languages Emergency As...

Page 96: ...ust be turned on and paired to the UCon nect system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect system Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Towing Assistance NOTE The Towing Assistance number dialed is based on the C...

Page 97: ...number with your UConnect system that normally requires you to enter in a touch tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad you can push the Voice Recognition button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word Send For example if required to enter your pin number followed with a pound 3 7 4 6 you can press the Voice Recognition button and say 3 7 4 6 Send Saying a number or sequenc...

Page 98: ...e status is given for roaming net work signal strength phone battery strength etc Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect system while dialing via the cell phone keypad the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth cellular phone the audio wi...

Page 99: ...ess voice activated automated system to receive news weather stocks traffic etc related information Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect system allows on going calls to be transferred from your cellular phone to the UConnect system without terminating the call To transfer an ongo ing call from your UConnect paired cellular phone to the UConnect system o...

Page 100: ...e next two sections for an alternate way to select or de lete a paired phone Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect system The phone must have been previously paired to the UConnect system that you want to use it with Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Select Phone and foll...

Page 101: ...ow one of the two procedures From outside the UConnect mode e g from radio mode Press and hold the Voice Recognition button for 5 seconds until the session begins or Press the Voice Recognition button and say Setup Voice Training command Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the UConnect System For best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engin...

Page 102: ...signed for users speaking in North American English French and Spanish ac cents the system may not always work for some When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string make sure to say send Storing names in phonebook when vehicle is not in motion is recommended It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the...

Page 103: ...e rely on the phone and network and not the UConnect system Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in vehicle audio volume Bluetooth Communication Link Occasionally Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the UConnect system When this hap pens the connection can generally be re established by switching the phone off on Your cell phone is recom mended to remain in Blu...

Page 104: ...104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 105: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 3 ...

Page 106: ...106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 107: ...our five six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial edit emergency English erase all Espanol Fancais help home language list names list phones UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 3 ...

Page 108: ...t up towing assistance transfer call try again voice training work yes SEATS Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment The adjusting lever is at the front of the seat near the floor Lift the lever and move the seat to the desired position Release the bar to lock the seat into position Using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched 108 UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 109: ...ed with recliners The reclin ing mechanism is operated by a lever located on the right side of the passenger s seat and the left side of the driver seat To recline lean forward slightly before lifting the lever then push back to the desired position and release the lever Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position Using body pressure lean forward and rearward on t...

Page 110: ...tment lever is located on the right side of the driver seat and on the left side of the passenger s seat Moving the lumbar control lever fore and aft increases or decreases the lumbar support Adjustable Head Restraints All Seating Positions Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear Pull up or push down on the restraints so that the upper edge is as...

Page 111: ...Power Seat If Equipped The driver power seat switches are located on the left side of the driver seat lower side trim The bottom switch controls up down forward rearward and tilt adjust ment The top switch controls the seatback recline adjust ment Head Restraint Adjustment Power Seat Switch Location UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 3 ...

Page 112: ...n up down adjustment Heated Seats If Equipped This feature heats the driver front passenger and second row seats The controls for the front heated seats are located on the instrument panel below the climate con trols The front heated seat system allows the driver and front passenger to select from two different levels of supple mental electrical seat heating or no seat heating to suit their indivi...

Page 113: ...ssed a second time to the same position as the currently selected state the seat heater will turn off The controls for the second row heated seats are located on the center console between the second row seats Each heated seat switch has two settings HI and LOW Press the switch once to obtain high heat level then press the switch again to obtain low heat level Pressing the switch a third time will...

Page 114: ...eated seat switch does not light an indicator blinks when the switch is depressed or if the heated seats do not operate the system should be serviced by a qualified technician WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaus tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the sea...

Page 115: ... folded and tumbled forward for easy access to the third seat or rear cargo area To fold and tumble the seat follow these steps 1 Remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat 2 Lower the head restraint to its full downward posi tion 3 Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat and push the seatback forward Folding the Setaback UNDERSTANDING THE FE...

Page 116: ...irmly to engage the rear attachments Then lift the seatback release lever and pull the seatback up to return it to its full upright position To fold and tumble the 2nd row seats from the 3rd row fully raise the lever at the rear of the seat to fold the seatback Continue lifting the lever to release the floor latches to tumble the seat Tumbling the Seat Forward 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOU...

Page 117: ...ure the seats are fully latched Second Row 40 20 40 Seat Fold and Tumble The 40 20 40 seat configuration is standard on all mod els This seat is equipped with a unique fold and tumble feature The 40 seatbacks have spring loaded hinges which assist with the folding of the seatbacks Tumble Lever UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 3 ...

Page 118: ...w access to the rear of the vehicle To fold the 20 seatback pull the strap forward to release the seatback Fold the seatback down for use as an armrest or to carry cargo When returning the seatback to the upright position push the seatback rearward to latch the seatback Pull the seatback forward to ensure that it is locked in the upright position WARNING The 20 seatback contains the center shoulde...

Page 119: ...ot drive the vehicle with the outer 40 second row seats in the tumbled position The outer 40 second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury Fold Tumble and Recline Lever UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 3 ...

Page 120: ...straints must be lowered but do not have to be removed to fold and tumble the seats Third Row Seat Bench If Equipped To Fold The Seats Folding the third seat occurs in two stages First the cushion is lifted and moved forward from the pockets at the front of the cushion The cushion will rest onto the floor directly behind the second row seat Second the top of the back is folded forward and rests on...

Page 121: ...Seat Cushion Pockets Seat Cushion Movement Up And Forward UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 3 ...

Page 122: ... in the third row seat unless the cushion and back are properly engaged Proper engagement can be verified by pushing pulling on the upright seatback The seatback will not move unless prop erly engaged Do not sit in the 3rd row seat with the second row seatback s folded or tumbled In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Rear Seat Folded 122 UNDERS...

Page 123: ...Third Row 60 40 Folding If Equipped Third Row Seat Third Row Seat 40 Seatback Fold UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 3 ...

Page 124: ...Third Row Seat Features Third Row Seat Folded Forward 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 125: ...dio station preset settings Your Remote Keyless Entry transmitters can also be programmed to recall the same positions when the UNLOCK button is pressed Your vehicle was delivered with two Remote Keyless Entry transmitters One or both transmitters can be linked to either memory position The memory system can accommodate up to two transmitters each transmit ter linked to either of the two memory po...

Page 126: ...t the Automatic Temperature Control ATC while the ATC is in Auto mode 5 Press and release the SET S button located on the driver s door 6 Within 5 seconds press and release memory button 1 or 2 on the driver s door The next step must be per formed within 10 seconds if you desire to also use a Remote Keyless Entry transmitter to recall memory po sitions 7 Press and release the LOCK button on one of...

Page 127: ... to memory position 2 A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory buttons on the drivers door during a recall S 1 or 2 or pressing any one of the power seat buttons or pressing the adjustable pedals button or pressing either the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry trans mitter when not in the ignition switch When a recall is cancelled the driver s seat and the pedals stop...

Page 128: ...tructing the full rearward movement of the driver s seat Once the obstruction is removed the self limiting control may be restored to maximum position The self limiting control may be restored by first reaching the recently limited or obstructed position then release and reactivate the same button or buttons Continued seat travel beyond the obstructed position will indicate the recently encoun ter...

Page 129: ...ion Center EVIC For details refer to EASY EXIT SEAT under Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Overhead Console with Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 3 of this manual TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood two latches must be released First pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel Hood Release Lever UNDERSTANDING TH...

Page 130: ... to ensure that both latches engage Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged NOTE Ensure hood prop rod is fully seated into clip before closing hood to prevent damage to grille WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving 130 UNDER...

Page 131: ...LIGHTS Headlight Switch Location Headlight Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 3 ...

Page 132: ... for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicle s battery The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be regulated by rotating the dimmer control up brighter or down dimmer When the headlights are ON you can supplement the brightness of the odometer trip odom eter radio and overhead console by rotating the control up until you hear a click This feature is termed the Parade mo...

Page 133: ...equipped with a headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for 90 seconds This delay is initiated when the ignition is cycled off while the headlight switch is on and then the headlight switch is cycled off The headlights will remain on for 90 seconds Headlight delay can be cancelled by either turning the headlight switch ON then OFF or by turning the ignition ON NOTE This feature can be di...

Page 134: ...ng with a dry cloth To remove road dirt wash with a mild soap solution fol lowed by rinsing Do not use abrasive cleaning components solvents steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the lenses Illuminated Entry Headlights turn on for 90 seconds when the Remote Keyless Entry UNLOCK button is pressed NOTE This feature can be activated by your authorized dealer Daytime Running Lights Canada On...

Page 135: ...headlights are ON low beam An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the fog lights are on The fog lights will turn off when the switch is pressed in when the head light switch is rotated to the OFF position or the high beam is selected Multifunction Control Lever The multifunction control lever is located on the left side of the steering column Turn Signals Move th...

Page 136: ...system the arrow indicators will flash at a faster rate You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down NOTE If a turn signal has been left on for at least a mile duration a continuous chime will sound Turn Signal Auto Mode Tap the multi function control lever once and the turn signal left or right will flash 3 times and automatically turn off Turn Signal Lever 136 UNDERSTAND...

Page 137: ...will momentarily allow the high and low beams to energize at the same time Within one second the headlights will switch to high beams High Beam Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction control lever fully toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights from HIGH or LOW beam Dimmer Lever UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 3 ...

Page 138: ... the delay range The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until it enters the LO continual speed position The delay can be regulated from a maximum of about 15 seconds between cycles to a cycle every 2 seconds The delay intervals will double in duration when the vehicle speed is 10 mph 16 km or less WARNING Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident You m...

Page 139: ...ssed while in the delay range the wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer knob is released It will then resume the intermittent interval previously selected If the washer knob is pushed for a period greater than 1 second while in the OFF position the wiper will wipe approximately three wipes after the wash knob is released To prevent freeze up of your windshield washer system in co...

Page 140: ... lock the column firmly in place WARNING Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Without a stable steering col umn you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Adjust the column only while the ve hicle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving Tilt Steering Column Lever 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 141: ...ay from the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel 2 Fasten and adjust the seatbelts 3 Move the adjustable pedal switch located to the left of the steering column near the parking brake release up to move the pedals toward the driver or down to move the pedals away from the driver 4 The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R Reverse or when the Speed Control is SET Adjustab...

Page 142: ...me limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal s path ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged this device takes over accelerator opera tion at speeds greater than refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine The controls are mounted on the steering wheel 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 143: ...Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal normal braking or pressing the CANCEL button will deactivate speed control with out erasing the memory Pushing the ON OFF button to the OFF position or turning off the ignition erases the memory WARNING Leaving the Speed Control ON when not in use is dangerous You could accidental...

Page 144: ...gine Each time the button is tapped speed increases so that tapping the button three times will increase speed by three increments Tapping the DECEL button once will result in a speed decrease refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine Each time the button is tapped speed will decrease For example tapping the button 3 times will decrease the speed by 3 times the speed listed i...

Page 145: ...icle is heavily loaded especially when towing the vehicle may slow below the SET speed If the vehicle speed drops below refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine the speed control will automatically disengage If this hap pens you can push down on the accelerator pedal to maintain the desired speed Vehicles equipped with a Automatic transmission may exhibit several downshifts ...

Page 146: ...th Electronic Vehicle Information EVIC If Equipped Personal Settings Customer Pro grammable Features in section 3 of this Owner Manual This system is used to help drivers determine if an obstacle is in the way of the vehicle while it is backing up in addition to the use of inside rearview and outside mirrors When the driver selects Reverse the system scans for objects behind the vehicle using four...

Page 147: ... vehicle The driver can view the LEDs either through the rear view mirror or by looking at the display above the rear window The system dimly illuminates the two outer most yellow LEDs when it is ON and detecting no obstacles The following chart shows the warning display operation when the system is detecting an obstacle Rear Park Assist LED s UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 3 ...

Page 148: ...4th LED 31 5 in 80 cm 31 5 in 80 cm Yellow None 5th LED 25 5 in 65 cm 25 5 in 65 cm Yellow None 6th LED 20 in 50 cm 20 in 50 cm Yellow None 7th LED 16 in 40 cm 16 in 40 cm Red at 12 in 30 cm Intermittent 8th LED 6 in 15 cm 12 in 30 cm Red at 8 in 20 cm Continuous NOTE The Rear Park Assist system will MUTE the radio if on when the system is sounding an audio tone 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF Y...

Page 149: ...se the hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the rear fascia when the warning display turns the red LEDs ON Also the sensors could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assembly depending on its size and shape giving a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle CAUTION The Rear Park Assist System is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle in cludin...

Page 150: ...Information Center EVIC after making sure the rear bumper is clean please see your authorized dealer To turn on off the rear park assist system refer to the Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Section 3 of this Owner Manual OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console has the following features Courtesy Lights Garage Door Opener If Equipped Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Eq...

Page 151: ... time so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle If the interior lights are left on after the vehicle is turned OFF they will extinguish after 15 minutes OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED The overhead console contains dome reading lights and an Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Dome Reading Lights Located in the overhead cons...

Page 152: ...second time so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped Pressing the menu button will change the display to one of the following features Overhead Console 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 153: ...fore the reset Example If your Electronic Vehicle Informa tion Center EVIC displays 18 AVG MPG and the RESET button is pressed the previous averaging his tory will be erased and the display will return to the 18 AVG MPG not to 0 AVG MPG The display may take several miles for the value to change dependent upon driving habits MI TO EMPTY Distance To Empty Shows the estimated distance that can be tra...

Page 154: ...ys the following messages TURN SIGNALS ON with a continuous warning chime RKE BATTERY LOW with a single chime PERSONAL SETTINGS NOT AVAILABLE Vehicle Not in Park LEFT RIGHT FRONT DOOR AJAR one or more with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph LEFT RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR one or more with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph DOOR S AJAR with a single chime if vehicle is in motion LOW WASHER FLUID ...

Page 155: ...nol or Francais Then as you continue the information will display in the selected language AUTO DOOR LOCKS YES When ON is selected all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph 24 km h To make your selection press and release the RESET button until ON or OFF appears AUTO UNLOCK ON EXIT YES When ON is selected all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the ...

Page 156: ... may be selected with or without the flash lights on lock unlock feature To make your selection press and release the RESET button until ON or OFF appears FLASH LAMPS w LOCK YES When ON is selected the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature sel...

Page 157: ...and release the RESET button until Off 45 sec 5 min 10 min appears ILLUMINATED APRCH OFF When this feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter To make your selection press and release the RESET button until OFF 30 sec 60 sec or 90 sec appears PARK ASST SYSTEM YES When YES is selected the P...

Page 158: ...utomatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating which reduces the need to calibrate the compass manually When the vehicle is new the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display CAL until the compass is calibrated You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects until the CAL message displayed in the E...

Page 159: ...ass will now function normally Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and Geographic North In some areas of the country the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings If this occurs the compass variance must be set using the following procedure NOTE Magnetic materials should be kept away from the ...

Page 160: ...t GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink威 Wireless Control System replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that oper ate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates or home lighting It triggers these devices at the push of a button The Universal Transceiver operates off your vehicle s battery and charging system no batteries are needed For additional information on ...

Page 161: ... or death Call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com for safety information or assistance WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run the vehicle s exhaust while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause seri ous injury or death WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver Do...

Page 162: ...r training and accurate transmis sion of the radio frequency signal 1 Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons and the EVIC will display CLEARING CHANNELS do not release the buttons until CHANNELS CLEARED is displayed on the EVIC after approximately 20 seconds Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step one to program a second and or third hand held transmitter t...

Page 163: ...played on the screen and your device should be activated garage door should open NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons begin with Programming step two Do not repeat step one NOTE If the EVIC display shows CHANNEL X TR ASMIT where X is channel 1 2 or 3 but your device does not activate the device may be equipped with a rolling code system Continue with the following steps five through...

Page 164: ...com or 1 800 355 3515 Canadian Programming Gate Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or you are having dif...

Page 165: ...grammed note below follow the step noted Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons and the EVIC will display CLEARING CHANNELS do not release the buttons until CHANNELS CLEARED is displayed on the EVIC after approxi mately 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink is now in the train or learning mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Program...

Page 166: ...S do not release the buttons until CHANNELS CLEARED is displayed on the EVIC after approximately 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference that may be ...

Page 167: ...eld NOTE The sunroof will continue to operate for ten minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or until the driver door is opened This feature may be disabled by your authorized dealer 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 ...

Page 168: ...ways 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 or any object to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exh...

Page 169: ... switch ON When the optional Cigar Lighter heating element is used it heats when pushed in and pops out automati cally when ready for use To preserve the heating element do not hold the lighter in the heating position There are two additional 12 V 20 total Amps for both outlets power outlets one located in the storage bin of the center console and another located in the right rear cargo area These...

Page 170: ...ch located in left lower instrument panel NOTE Due to build in overload protection the inverter will shut down if the power rating is exceeded WARNING To Avoid Serious Injury or Death Do not use a 3 Prong Adaptor Do not insert any objects into the receptacles Do not touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure 115 V Inve...

Page 171: ... or prevent engine starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will discharge the bat tery even more quickly Only use these intermittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accesso ries still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the ...

Page 172: ...r or Bottom Position the power outlets will only work when the ignition is ON NOTE The fuse block is located in the left side kick panel behind a removable cover near the park brake pedal A fuse puller is attached to the inside surface of the fuse panel cover to aid in removing fuses if necessary FLOOR CONSOLE Front Floor Console Features The Floor Console between the driver s and front pas senger...

Page 173: ...lders four are located in the center console two are located in the second row armrest or rear floor console if equipped and two are located in the left hand quarter panel for third row occupants The cupholders and storage bin located in the front of the center console can be accessed by pressing on the access doors NOTE In colder temperatures you may experience a slight delay on console doors ope...

Page 174: ...item that are between the bin doors Power Outlet and Portable Phone Storage The console is equipped with a power outlet portable phone storage bin and phone cord routing The phone storage bin can be used when easy access to the phone is needed Also the power outlet inside the console com partment can be used to power up the phone while it is Front Center Console Bin Mat Tab 174 UNDERSTANDING THE F...

Page 175: ...let adaptor requiring up to 20 Amps of current Rear Floor Console Features If Equipped The Rear Floor Console located between the second row bucket seat has the following features Miscellaneous storage compartments Cup holders Portable phone cord routing on either side between lid and base 12 Volt power outlet inside storage compartment Tissue holder pen holder Second row heated seat switches Four...

Page 176: ... be used to tie down cargo Check the straps frequently to be sure that the load remains securely attached NOTE Crossbars are offered by Mopar威 accessories External racks do not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle Be sure that the total occupant and luggage load inside the vehicle plus the load on the luggage rack do not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity 176 UNDERSTANDIN...

Page 177: ...he load Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack Wind forces due to natural causes or nearby truck traffic can add sudden upward loads This is espe cially true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo or your vehicle WARNING Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle Improperly secured loads can fly off th...

Page 178: ...rgo organizer To open the side cover pull on the cover latch and attach the cord to the upper cargo net hook To open the main cover pull up on the latch and attach the cord to the rear seat head restraint post 1 Side Cover Latch 2 Main Cover Latch 3 Cargo Divider Handles 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 179: ...age into the doors To remove the cargo management system from the ve hicle pull the right hand side of the organizer towards you so that the right pin slides out of the slot in the vehicle Push the organizer to the right and lift out of the vehicle 1 Cargo Divider Door 2 Cargo Divider Side Panel UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 3 ...

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Page 181: ...ing The Analog Clock 198 䡵 Radio General Information 198 Radio Broadcast Signals 198 Two Types Of Signals 198 Electrical Disturbances 199 AM Reception 199 FM Reception 199 䡵 Sales Code REF AM FM CD Single Disc Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands Free Phone Capability 200 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 200 Operation Instructions CD Mode 204 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 206 4 ...

Page 182: ...io Play 215 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 217 Operation Instructions CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play 219 Load Eject Button CD Mode For MP3 Play 219 䡵 Sales Code REC AM FM CD 6 Disc Radio With Navigation System 222 Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped 222 REC Setting The Clock 222 Audio Clock Display 225 䡵 Video Entertainment System Sales Code XRV If Equipped 226 䡵 Satellite Radio If Equipped...

Page 183: ...pact Disc Maintenance 232 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 232 䡵 Climate Controls 233 Manual Control 233 Air Conditioning Operation 233 Front Blower Control 234 Front Mode Control 234 Rear Temperature Control If Equipped 237 Rear Window Defrosting And Rear Window Washer Wiper 237 Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped 238 Automatic Control 238 Level Of Automatic Control 239 Manual Cont...

Page 184: ...mperature Control 245 Front Unit To Rear Unit Chart 246 Operating Tips 246 Operating Tips Chart 248 䡵 Rear Window Features 249 Rear Window Wiper Washer 249 Rear Window Defrosting 250 184 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ...

Page 185: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 185 4 ...

Page 186: ...Instrument Cluster 186 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ...

Page 187: ...authorized service immedi ately CAUTION Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running as you would not be able to react to the temperature indicator if the engine overheats The gage pointer will remain near its last reading when the engine is turned off It will return to a true reading when the engine is restarted 3 Turn Signal Indicators When a turn signal is activated a right poin...

Page 188: ... as long as the seat belt remains unbuckled If this light flashes it indicates a fault in the airbag system Have the system checked by an authorized dealer 7 Fog Light Indicator This light shows when the fog lights are ON 8 Coolant Temperature Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi tion For a bulb check this light will come on momentarily when the ignition is turned On If the light t...

Page 189: ... be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Section 7 of this manual Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph 9 Speedometer Shows the vehicles speed 10 Voltage Light This light monitors the electrical system voltage The light should turn on momentarily as th...

Page 190: ...h the ABS malfunctioning the BAS and ESP are also switched off Both malfunction indicator lights illu minate with the engine running If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts the malfunction indicator light illuminates and the ABS is switched off When the voltage is above this value again the malfunction indi cator light should go out and the ABS is operational If the malfunction indicator ligh...

Page 191: ...er vehicle warning messages such as door ajar gate ajar low wash No fuse and the outside temperature The outside temperature will display in the odometer for non Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC equipped vehicles Pressing the trip odometer reset but ton toggles the feature back to the odometer NOTE If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC all w...

Page 192: ...is only partially available caused by lack of engine management or brake thermal model 19 Transmission Temperature Indicator This light indicates that there is excessive trans mission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing If this light comes on stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster with the transmission in NEU TRAL until the light goes off 20 E...

Page 193: ...orrected If the problem is related to the brake Booster the ABS pump will run when applying the brake If the parking brake is applied the light will flash when the gear position is out of park for automatic transmis sions If brake failure is indicated immediate repair is neces sary Operating the vehicle in this condition is danger ous 22 ESP BAS Warning Lamp The malfunction lamp for the ESP is com...

Page 194: ...t will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on for 15 seconds then blink for 10 seconds and remain on until the vehicle is started If the bulb does not come on during starting have the condi tion investigated promptly If this light comes on and remains on while driving it suggests a potential engine control problem and the need for system service Although your vehicle will usual...

Page 195: ...ires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to over heat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsib...

Page 196: ...and remains lit for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned ON If the light does not come on when the ignition is first turned on or the light stays on or comes on while driving have the airbag system checked by an autho rized dealer 26 4WD Indicator Indicates when transfer case is in 4WD position 27 SVC Service 4WD Indicator The SVC 4WD lights will come on when the ignition key is turned...

Page 197: ...pending on your radio model whenever the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position When the ignition switch is in the OFF position or when the radio frequency is being displayed time keep ing is accurately maintained On the AM FM CD 6 disc radio the time button alter nates the location of the time and frequency on the display On the AM FM CD single disc radio only one of the two time or frequen...

Page 198: ...ations due to mobile op eration and natural phenomena which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning To help you understand and save you concern about these ap parent malfunctions you must understand a point or two about the transmission and reception of radio sig nals Two Types of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals AM or Amplitude Modulation in which the trans...

Page 199: ...such things as lightning power lines and neon signs FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia tions interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out leaving the reception relatively clear which is the major feature of FM radio NOTE The radio steering wheel radio controls if equipped and 6 disc CD DVD changer if equipped will remain active for up to 10 m...

Page 200: ...OL control to turn the radio ON Press the ON VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played For ...

Page 201: ...ll return Rotating the volume control turning the radio ON OFF or turning ON OFF the ignition will cancel the MUTE feature NOTE In Hands Free Phone if equipped mode the MUTE button mutes the microphone SCAN Button Radio Mode Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequencies pausing for 5 seconds at each listenab...

Page 202: ...her AM FM or Satel lite if equipped frequencies TUNE Control Radio Mode Turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increase or counter clockwise to decrease the frequency AM FM Button Radio Mode Press the button to select AM or FM Modes Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the B...

Page 203: ...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 stored into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SE...

Page 204: ... radio or ignition switch OFF If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player This radio does not play discs with MP3 tracks SEEK Button CD Mode Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next track on the CD Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current track or return to the beginning of the pre...

Page 205: ...Mode Press and hold the 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 RND SET Button Random Play Button CD Mode Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to mo...

Page 206: ... the display NOTE The radio will return to the last stored mode if the ignition switch is turned from the OFF LOCK posi tion to the ACC position the radio is turned on and the radio was previously in the AUX mode SEEK Button Auxiliary Mode No function MUTE Button Auxiliary Mode Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers MUTE will display Press the MUTE button a second time and the...

Page 207: ...y Mode No function Mode Button Auxiliary Mode Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the CD player and Satellite Radio if equipped Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped Refer to the HANDS FREE PHONE UConnect section of the Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner s Manual INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTR...

Page 208: ...y Press the ON VOL control to turn the radio ON Press the ON VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as ...

Page 209: ...TE will be displayed Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return Rotating the volume control turning the radio ON OFF or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers NOTE In Hands Free Phone if equipped mode the MUTE button mutes the microphone SCAN Button Radio Mode Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listen...

Page 210: ... button causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in either AM FM or Satel lite if equipped frequencies TUNE Control Radio Mode Turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increase or counter clockwise to decrease the frequency AM FM Button Radio Mode Press the button to select AM or FM Modes Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Press t...

Page 211: ... balance and fade RND PTY Button Radio Mode Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Pressing the PTY button or turning the TUNE rotary knob within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broadcast PTY information Toggle the PTY button to s...

Page 212: ...on only operates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the PTY Program Type mode the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station SET DIR Button Radio Mode To Set the Push Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push button memory press the SET DIR button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select th...

Page 213: ...ons 1 6 Radio Mode These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to push button memory 12AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations Operation Instructions CD MODE for CD Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio NOTE Note This Radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW...

Page 214: ...utton for the next selection on the CD Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection MUTE Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers MUTE will be displayed Press the MUTE button a second time...

Page 215: ...dio display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc Press and hold the LOAD EJT button for 5 seconds and all CDs will be ejected from the radio If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will continue to play the non removed CD If the CD is removed and there are ot...

Page 216: ... Radio Mode AM FM Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Switches the Radio to the Radio mode RND PTY Button Random Play Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press and...

Page 217: ...e to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of directory levels 15 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders 100 Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a 3 character extension Level 2 31 including a separator and a 3 character extension Multis...

Page 218: ...In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specifi cation Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song ...

Page 219: ...ngle session discs To create a single session disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc Operation Instructions CD Mode for MP3 Audio Play SEEK Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next MP3 File Pressing the left side of the SEEK button plays the beginning of the MP3 file Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the prev...

Page 220: ...the radio the radio will remain in CD mode and display INSERT DISC for 2 minutes After 2 minutes the radio will go to the previous tuner mode MSG or INFO Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Press and MSG or INFO button while playing MP3 disc The radio scrolls through the following TAG information Song Title Artist File Name and Folder Name if avail able Press the MSG or INFO button once more to return to ...

Page 221: ...ve through available folders Press the TUNE control to select a folder Buttons 1 6 CD Mode for MP3 Play Selects disc positions 1 6 for Play Load Eject Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped Refer to Hands Free Phone in Section 3 of the Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Satellite Radio Mode If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner s Manual Operating Instruction...

Page 222: ...ith MP3 capability Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a DVD that is loaded into the unit One map DVD covers all of North America Refer to your Navigation User s Manual for detailed operating instructions Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to your Navigation User s Manual for detailed operating instructions REC Setting the Clock GPS Clock The GPS receiver used i...

Page 223: ... Setup screen appears 2 To show the GPS clock select Displayed Clock GPS Clock and press ENTER 3 To adjust the time zone Select Time Zone and press ENTER Select the appropriate time zone and press ENTER 4 To turn daylight savings on or off select Daylight Savings and press ENTER Select On or Off and press ENTER 5 Select DONE to exit from the clock setting mode Press ENTER to save your changes If y...

Page 224: ...ave increased the clock by 3 To decrease the clock by one hour use the Select Encoder to highlight the sign Press ENTER Press ENTER again to decrease the clock by another hour 4 To increase the clock by minutes make sure MIN is highlighted and press ENTER Press ENTER again to increase the clock by another minute 5 To decrease the clock by minutes use the Select Encoder to highlight the sign Press ...

Page 225: ...n you are at an audio screen quickly press the TIME button on the navigation faceplate 2 In this example the large clock appears on the screen 3 To switch the clock to the small clock quickly press TIME again 4 To toggle back to the large clock simply press TIME INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 225 4 ...

Page 226: ...scription service provider is Sirius Satel lite Radio This service offers over 100 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios System Activation NOTE Your vehicle s radio must be on and in satellite mode when the activation process takes place To activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service call the toll free numbe...

Page 227: ... the first four digits display The radio will exit the ESN SID mode when any other button is pushed the ignition is turned OFF or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed ESN SID Access With RAQ and RAK Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds All twelve ESN SID num bers will display The rad...

Page 228: ...and release the SEEK or TUNE knob to search for the next channel Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the button to search down Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released Press and release the SCAN button if equipped to automatically change channels every 7 seconds The radio will pause on each channel for 7 seconds before moving o...

Page 229: ...ype Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search NOTE Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button while performing a music type scan will change the channel by one and stop the search Pressing a pre set memory button during a music type scan will call up the memory channel and stop the search PTY Button ⴖSEEKⴖ When the desired program is obtained press the SEEK button within five seconds The channe...

Page 230: ...pt reception in 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 REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches 230 INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 231: ...tion and pressing the bottom of the switch will SEEK down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next pre set station that you have programmed in the radio pre set push buttons CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the cu...

Page 232: ...erience difficulty in playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or have theft protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the cellular phone being ON in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from you...

Page 233: ...l button to the desired airflow setting Set the front blower control to any desired speed Press the Snowflake A C button which is located to the right of the temperature control slide An indicator light on the Snowflake A C button shows that the air conditioning is On Press the Snowflake A C button a second time to turn the air conditioning Off NOTE The compressor will not engage until the engine ...

Page 234: ...ncreases as you turn the control clock wise When the front blower control is turned to OFF the blower will be turned off and the system will be positioned in recirculation mode Front Mode Control The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution NOTE To improve your selection choices the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes Th...

Page 235: ...utlets can be adjusted to direct the airflow Bi Level Air flows through the outlets located in the instru ment panel and those located on the floor NOTE There is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort The warmer air goes to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Heat Floor Outside air flows primarily through...

Page 236: ...a blend of these modes even if the A C button has not been pressed This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield Temperature Control The temperature of the air is controlled by a slide located on the top center of the control panel Move the slide left or right to change the temperature The blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures ...

Page 237: ...mate controls Rotating this knob to the right of the OFF position allows the Driver and front passenger to control the rear blower speed and the rear temperature using the front temperature slide The mode front or rear is always controlled by the front mode control For example Panel mode on the front control will give you air from the outlets in the headliner in the rear Floor mode in the front wi...

Page 238: ...be turned on by pressing any button and it will display the corresponding operation mode for that button Automatic Control The ATC system can maintain a steady comfort level in various weather conditions with a simple operation Select your desired temperature setting by pressing the or side of the TEMP rocker switches A digital temperature setting for driver and passenger will be displayed The ATC...

Page 239: ... is not necessary to move the temperature setting for cold or hot vehicles The system automatically adjusts the tem perature mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible NOTE In cold weather the fan will not turn on in AUTO mode until the engine coolant has warmed up sufficiently This is indicated by the WARM UP DELAY message on the display NOTE The temperature can be displayed in ...

Page 240: ...e knob to increase clockwise or decrease counter clockwise fan speed Air Conditioning Operation Press this button to enable the air conditioning system Compressor operation is automatic when you press the AUTO button and no snowflake is shown A snowflake indicates that the A C system is enabled The snowflake will not be displayed in AUTO mode even though the A C system is enabled The compressor ma...

Page 241: ...on is not available in these modes NOTE If the interior of the windows begin to fog press the recirculate button to return to outside air Some conditions will cause captured interior air to fog win dows when in recirculate mode Panel Air flows through the outlets located in the instru ment panel These outlets can be adjusted to direct the airflow Floor Heat Air flows primarily through the floor ou...

Page 242: ...ssor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the A C snowflake button has not been pressed This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield Rear Temperature Control ATC The REAR button cycles through the following modes Rear Control from Front This allows the driver or passenger to control the rear blower speeds rotating the POWER FAN knob and the rear temperature us...

Page 243: ... buttons are pushed while in one of the rear system displays You may also return to the front system display sooner by pushing any button except the POWER FAN knob the rear button the driver passenger temp rocker buttons NOTE The display will show REAR OFF REAR AUTO This mode places the rear system in automatic tempera ture control Rear temperature can be set as desired 72 recommended for average ...

Page 244: ...he outlets to one side will shut off the airflow The rear compartment control uses two rotary knobs one for the temperature control and the other for the fan speed control The mode for the rear air conditioning and heating system is always controlled by the front control unit Fan and temperature can be controlled from the front control unit or the rear control unit 244 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROL...

Page 245: ...d Rear Rotary Temperature Control The second row seat occupants have contorl of the rear temperature only when the front control unit is in the REAR CONTROL position To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle rotate the temperature control knob to the right or left The blue area indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures NOTE For best operation make su...

Page 246: ...ust the temperature control and blower speed as necessary to maintain comfort For high humidity condi tions it may be necessary to remain in the Recirculation mode to maintain comfort Window Fogging Windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it s rainy or humid In most cases turning on the Air conditioning pressin...

Page 247: ...must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant during summer to provide proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against overheating A 50 concentration is recommended Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter months make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of ice slush snow or other obs...

Page 248: ...Operating Tips Chart 248 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ...

Page 249: ...mate control panel turns the rear wiper On or Off Pressing the rotating switch inward activates the rear window washer Rotating the switch will enable one of five intermittent delay times for the rear wiper The delay times range from 20 to 1 second INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 249 4 ...

Page 250: ...r is turned On An symbol will be displayed when the defroster is turned on with an ATC control Push again to turn Off prior to time out The defroster will automatically turn Off after fifteen minutes For ten more minutes of operation push the button again To prevent excessive battery drain use the defroster only when the engine is operating CAUTION Use care when washing the inside of the rear win ...

Page 251: ...Four Wheel Drive Operation 263 NV 144 Transfer Case Operating Information Precautions 263 Shifting Procedure NV 144 Transfer Case 266 NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating Information Precautions 267 Shifting Procedure NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case 271 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 272 䡵 Parking Brake 273 䡵 Brake System 275 Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System ABS 275 䡵 Power Steering 27...

Page 252: ... 䡵 Tire Safety Information 288 Tire Markings 288 Tire Identification Number TIN 292 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 293 䡵 Tires General Information 297 Tire Pressure 297 Tire Inflation Pressures 298 Radial Ply Tires 300 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 301 Limited Use Spare If Equipped 302 Tire Spinning 302 Tread Wear Indicators 303 Life Of Tire 304 Replacement Tires 304 Alignment And Balance 305 䡵 S...

Page 253: ...asoline 313 Materials Added To Fuel 314 Fuel System Cautions 314 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 315 䡵 Adding Fuel 316 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 316 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 317 䡵 Flexible Fuel 318 E 85 General Information 318 Ethanol Fuel E 85 319 Fuel Requirements 319 Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles E 85 And Gasoline Vehicles 320 Starting 320 Cruising Range 320 Replacement Parts 3...

Page 254: ...iler Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 330 Trailer And Tongue Weight 330 Towing Requirements 331 Towing Tips 336 䡵 Snowplow 338 Dodge Durango Or Chrysler Aspen Models 338 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 339 Recreational Towing 2WD Models 339 Recreational Towing 4WD Models 339 䡵 Equipment Identification Plate 343 254 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 255: ...le fire which may cause serious or fatal injuries WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death Automatic Transmission Start the engine with the selector lever in NEUTRAL or PARK position Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a warm or cold engine is ob...

Page 256: ...ne fails to start after you have followed the Normal Starting procedure it may be flooded Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again WARNING ...

Page 257: ...art to run but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released If this occurs continue cranking with the accel erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor the Normal Starting pr...

Page 258: ...The selector lever is mounted on the right side of the steering column To drive move the selector lever from Park or Neutral to the desired drive position Pull selector lever toward you when shifting into Reverse Second First or Park or when shifting out of Park Brake Transmission Interlock System This system prevents you from moving the gear shift out of Park and into any gear unless the brake pe...

Page 259: ...ld move and injure you and others if it is not completely in P Park Check by trying to move the gearshift lever back and forth without first pulling the lever toward you after you have set it in P Park Make sure it is in Park before leaving the vehicle WARNING Never use Park position on an automatic transmis sion as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply parking brake fully when parked to...

Page 260: ...n vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with engine running Engine may be started in this range Set the parking brake if you must leave the vehicle NOTE Towing the vehicle except as specified under Towing A Disabled Vehicle coasting or otherwise driv ing the vehicle while in N Neutral can cause severe transmission damage D Drive For most city and highway driving 2 Second For driving slowly in ...

Page 261: ...transmission has reached normal operating tempera ture NOTE If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem peratures the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at this temperature Normal operation will resume when the transmission fluid temperature has risen to a suitable level Refer also to the Note under torque converter clu...

Page 262: ... and 3 4 shift patterns are modified Shifts into Overdrive 4th gear are allowed during steady cruise for improved fuel economy and automatic closed throttle downshifts to 3rd gear for improved braking will occur during steady braking The TOW HAUL light will illuminate in the instru ment cluster to indicate when the switch has been activated Pressing the switch a second time restores normal operati...

Page 263: ... able to shift into and out of Overdrive NOTE If the vehicle has not been driven in several days the first few seconds of operation after shifting the transmission into gear may seem sluggish This is due to the fluid partially draining from the torque converter into the transmission This condition is normal and will not cause damage to the transmission The torque converter will refill within five ...

Page 264: ...ment cluster and indicate the current and desired transfer case selection If there are no indicator lights on or flashing the transfer case position is Four Wheel Drive 4WD The SVC 4WD warning light monitors the electric shift 4WD system If this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required...

Page 265: ...d safe turning and stopping speeds Do not go faster than road conditions permit For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the following informa tion 4WD Normal Four Wheel Drive High Range Employs inter axle differential Allows front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds All road surfaces 4WD LOCK Four Wheel Drive Lock 4WD LOCK Locks the front...

Page 266: ...light will flash and the current transfer case position will be maintained To retry a selection turn the control knob back to the current position wait five 5 seconds and retry the shift NOTE The 4x4 system will not allow shifts between 4WD 4WD LOCK if the rear wheels are spinning no traction In this situation the position indicator light will continue to flash At this time reduce speed and stop s...

Page 267: ...eliminates driveline binding and component wear normally associated with driving the vehicle in the 4WD LOCK position on dry hard surfaced roads This feature provides the safety security and convenience of operating in all wheel drive at all times regardless of road conditions When additional traction is required the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts...

Page 268: ...this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required WARNING Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the ⴖService 4WDⴖ light is illuminated Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury NOTE Do not attempt to make a shif...

Page 269: ...cy to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds Do not go faster than road conditions permit WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral N position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case Neutral N position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move...

Page 270: ...ose slippery road surfaces only 4WD LOW Four Wheel Drive Low Range 4WD LOW Low speed 4 wheel drive Locks the transfer case inter axle differen tial Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose slippery road surfaces only Do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h N Neutral Disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain T...

Page 271: ...omplete after the wheels have stopped spinning NOTE Delayed shifting out of the 4WD LOCK position may be experienced due to uneven tire wear low tire pressure or excessive loading NOTE When shifting into or out of 4WD LOW some gear noise may be heard This noise is normal and is not detrimental to the vehicle or occupants Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h or ...

Page 272: ...ake place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing NOTE If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case position have not been met the transfer case will not shift The indicator light will flash and the current transfer case position will be maintained To retry the selection turn the control knob back to the current position wait five 5 seconds and retry the shift DRIVING O...

Page 273: ...low the lower left corner of the instrument panel To release the parking brake pull the parking brake release handle Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked and the gear shift lever is in PARK position When parking on a hill you should apply the Parking Brake before placing the gear shift lever in PARK otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to mo...

Page 274: ...eav ing your vehicle or vehicle may roll and cause damage or injury Also be certain to leave an automatic transmission in Park Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake failure and an accident Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving children in a vehicle unattende...

Page 275: ... control under adverse braking conditions The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer WARNING Significant over or under inflation of tires or mixing sizes of...

Page 276: ...essure because of the increased likelihood of locking wheels The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving WARNING Anti Lock Brake Systems contain sophisticated elec tronic equipment It may be susceptible to interfer ence caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment This interfe...

Page 277: ...rous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others When you are in a severe braking condition involving use of the Anti lock Brake system you will experience some pedal drop as the vehicle comes to a stop This is the result of the system reverting to the base brake system Engagement of the Anti lock Brake System may be accompanied by a pulsing sensation You may also hear ...

Page 278: ... up in cold weather the power steering pump may make noise for a short period of time This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal and does not in any way damage the steering system WARNING Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others Service should be obtained as soon as possible CAUTION...

Page 279: ...ppery surfaces during braking Refer to Anti Lock Brake System in Section 5 of this manual for more information about ABS NOTE ABS improves steering control of the vehicle during hard braking maneuvers WARNING Anti lock system ABS cannot prevent the natu ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be yond that afforded by the condition of the ve...

Page 280: ...m pressure to the brakes in emergency braking conditions This can help reduce braking dis tances The BAS complements the antilock brake system ABS Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous braking pressure during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once ...

Page 281: ...s the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels If wheel spin is detected brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability A feature of the TCS system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other the...

Page 282: ...t occurring during severe or evasive driving maneuvers It can not prevent wheel lift due to other factors such as road conditions leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles WARNING Many factors such as vehicle loading road condi tions and driving conditions influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur ERM can not prevent all wheel lift or rollovers especially those tha...

Page 283: ...es the brake of the appropri ate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition Oversteer when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position Understeer when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position ESP TCS Indicator Light The ESP TCS Indicator Light starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ...

Page 284: ... 2WD Models ON This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 4WD LOCK and in 2WD vehicles Whenever the vehicle is started or the transfer case if equipped is shifted from 4WD LOW or neutral back to 4WD LOCK the ESP system will be in this mode This mode should be used for most all driving situations ESP should only be turned to Partial Off for specific reasons as noted below This mode is entered by ...

Page 285: ...tch to the Partial Off mode by pressing the ESP Control Switch Once the situation requiring ESP to be switched to the Partial Off mode is overcome turn ESP on by momentarily depress ing the ESP Control Switch This may be done with the vehicle is in motion 4WD LOW Range Partial Off This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 4WD LOW Whenever the vehicle is started in 4WD LOW or the transfer case i...

Page 286: ...applied to the wheel that is not spinning WARNING In the Partial Off mode the engine torque reduction and stability features are desensitized Therefore the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable ESP BAS Warning Lamp and ESP TCS Indicator Light The malfunction indicator for the ESP is combined with the BAS indicator The yellow ESP BAS Warning Lamp and the yellow ESP TCS Indicator ...

Page 287: ...ns to attempt to stop the sway The system will reduce engine power and apply individual brakes that will counter act the sway of the trailer TSC will become active automatically once the swaying trailer is recognized No driver action is re quired TSC can not stop all trailers from swaying Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations Refer to Trailer Tow ing...

Page 288: ...ing the engine is most effective Allow the engine to idle with the transmission selector in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking motion cycles This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE P Passenger Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards P Metr...

Page 289: ...c 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 the letter T molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa tion Example T145 80D18 103M High Flotation tir...

Page 290: ...k tire based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Millimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent 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 290 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 291: ...tions i e 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 lo...

Page 292: ...ol 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 Num...

Page 293: ...Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 the total weight your vehicle can carry 3 the tire size designed for your vehicle 4 the cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information STARTING AND OPERATING 293 5 ...

Page 294: ...of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on your vehicle s plac...

Page 295: ... reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capaci ties of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle NOTE For th...

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Page 297: ... 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 chuckholes can cause damage that result 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 fail...

Page 298: ...sure is listed either on the face of the driver s door or on the driver s side B pillar Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition These pressure con ditions will be found in the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information section of this manual The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting ...

Page 299: ...Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 kPa for every 12 F 7 C for this outside temperature...

Page 300: ...vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause an accident Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four or 6 in case of trucks with dual rear wheels Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and...

Page 301: ...s worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare Do not install mor...

Page 302: ... first opportunity WARNING The limited use spare tires are for emergency use only Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling With this tire do not drive more than 60 mph 100 km h Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on either your tire placard or limited use spare tire and wheel assembly Replace or repair the original tire at the first opportunity and ...

Page 303: ...one near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 inch 2 mm When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the tire should be r...

Page 304: ...vide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed refer to the paragraph on Tread Wear Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard for the size designation of your ...

Page 305: ...ty 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 ad equate 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 i...

Page 306: ... the vehicle maximum capacity inflation pressures under any load condition While studded tires improve performance on ice skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non studded tires Some states pro hibit studded tires therefore local laws should be checked before using these tire types TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles ...

Page 307: ... the drivers side B pillar The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi 6 9 kPa for every 12 F 6 5 C This means that when the outside temperature decreases the tire pressure will decrease Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure This is defined as the tire pressure after a vehicle has not been driven for more than 3 hours and in outside ambient temper...

Page 308: ...y update and the TPM warning lamp will extinguish once the updated tire pressures have been received The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph 25 kph to receive this information Base System If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as pa...

Page 309: ...nate or the chime to sound The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp will flash on and off for 60 seconds and an audible chime will sound when a system fault is detected The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes without an audible chime until the fault condition no longer exists If the ignition key is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists NOTE A non matching...

Page 310: ...t CAUTION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al ways reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the wheel rim sensor NOTE The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your...

Page 311: ...0123 Canada 2671 S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS All engines except 5 7L engines are de signed to meet all emissions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when using high quality un leaded regular gasoline having an oc tane rating of 87 The routine use of pre mium gasoline is not recommended Under normal conditions the use of premium fuel will not provide a benefit over high qua...

Page 312: ...issions performance and durability for your vehicle We recommend the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality We s...

Page 313: ...MT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane Gasolines blended with MMT provide no performance advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number without MMT Gasolines blended with MMT reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance We recom mend that gasolines free of MMT be used in your vehicle The MMT conten...

Page 314: ... cause the catalytic converter to overheat If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate service Contact your dealer for service assistance When pulling a heavy load or driving a fully loaded vehicle when the humidity is low and the temperature is high use a premium unleaded fuel to help prevent spark knock If sp...

Page 315: ...sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an ex tended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh outside air into the vehicle Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnormal conditions repaired ...

Page 316: ... door CAUTION Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system CAUTION A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling NOTE When the fuel nozzl...

Page 317: ... refueled WARNING A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message After fuel is added the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged A loose fuel filler cap message will be displayed in t...

Page 318: ... Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel cap is removed or the tank filled FLEXIBLE FUEL E 85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve hicles only These vehicles can be identified by the unique fuel filler door label that states Ethanol E 85 or Un leaded Gasoline Only This section only covers those subjects that are unique to the...

Page 319: ...flame Fuel Requirements Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or E 85 fuel or any mixture of these two For best results a refueling pattern that alternates be tween E 85 and unleaded gasoline should be avoided When you do switch fuels it is recommended that you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less than 1 4 full you do not add less than 5 gallon...

Page 320: ...low 0 F In the range of 0 F to 32 F you may experience an increase in the time it takes for your engine to start and a deterioration in drivability sags and or hesitations until the engine is fully warmed up Cruising Range Because E 85 fuel contains less energy per gallon than gasoline you will experience an increase in fuel con sumption You can expect your MPG and your driving range to decrease b...

Page 321: ...EHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin istration Regulations your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver s side door This label contains the month and year of manufacture Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front and rear and Vehicle Identification Number VIN A Month Day Hour MDH number is included on this...

Page 322: ...is the maximum permissible load on the front and rear axles The load must be distributed in the cargo area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded Each axle GAWR is determined by the component in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity axle springs tires or wheels Heavier axles or suspension components sometimes specified by purchasers for increased durability do not necessarily in...

Page 323: ...commer cial scale to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded The weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should then be determined separately to be sure that the load is properly distributed over front and rear axle Weighing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR If so weight must be shifted from...

Page 324: ...in the following example Note that neither GVWR nor GAWR capabilities are exceeded Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten service life NOTE The weights shown in this chart are not the weights for your vehicle Also the amount of load added to both the front and rear axles can be computed after the vehicle has been weighed both in its ⴖcurb weightⴖ condition and in its ⴖloaded an...

Page 325: ...ur vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Trailer Weight GTW The gross trailer weight GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo consumables and equipment permanent or temporary loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for operation condition The recom mended way to measur...

Page 326: ...on your vehicle Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer TSC Trailer Sway Control If Equipped Trailer Sway Control Electronic TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize a swaying trailer and will take the appropriate actions to attempt to stop the sway The system will reduce engine power and apply individual brakes that will counter act the sway of the trailer ...

Page 327: ... weight distributing system works by applying lever age through spring load bars They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle s front axle and the trailer axle s When used in accordance with the manufacturers directions it provides for a more level ride offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety The additi...

Page 328: ...g per formance and could result in an accident Weight Distributing Systems may not be compatible with Surge Brake Couplers Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for additional information Weight Distributing Hitch System 328 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 329: ...mper is intended to tow trailers up to 2 000 lbs 907 kg without added equipment or alterations to the standard equipment Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2 000 lbs 907 kg with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package See your dealer for package content The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch ...

Page 330: ...Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings NOTE For additional trailer towing information maxi mum trailer weight ratings refer to the following website addresses http www dodge com towing http www dodge ca Canada Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60 to 65 of the weight in the front of the trailer This places 10 to 15 of the Gross Trailer Weight GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle ...

Page 331: ...nd all passengers NOTE Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle Also additional factory installed options or dealer installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle Refer to the Tire and Loading Information plac ard in the Tire Safety Information Section of this manual Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your n...

Page 332: ...e guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel When trailering cargo that is not fully secured dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control You could lose control of your vehicle and have an accident When hauling cargo or towing a trailer do not over load your vehicl...

Page 333: ... GCWR must not be exceeded Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded 1 GVWR 2 GTW 3 GAWR 4 Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10 to 15 range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight Towing Requirements Tires Do not attemp...

Page 334: ...f your vehicle with that of the trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system an electronic brake controller is not required Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1...

Page 335: ... could result in an accident Towing Requirements Trailer Lights Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The elect...

Page 336: ...in this range the TOW HAUL feature should be selected NOTE Using the TOW HAUL feature while operat ing the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for ...

Page 337: ...experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Towing Tips Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over heating take the following actions City Driving When stopped for short periods of time put transmission in neutral and increase engine ...

Page 338: ...affected by the change in the front end structure The airbags could deploy unexpectedly or could fail to deploy during a collision resulting in serious injury or death CAUTION Using this vehicle for snowplow applications can cause damage to the vehicle WARNING Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could ad versely affect performance of the airbag system in an accident Do not expect that the airbag ...

Page 339: ...al position may NOT be used for recreational towing WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral N position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case Neutral N position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move despite the transmission position The ...

Page 340: ...the transfer case is fully in Neutral N before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts 1 Bring vehicle to a complete stop 2 Shut engine OFF 3 Turn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine 4 Depress brake pedal 5 Shift automatic transmission to Neutral N 6 Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object depress the recessed transfer case Neutral N button ...

Page 341: ... N indicator light will flash continu ously until all requirements are met or until the Neutral N button is released NOTE The ignition key must be ON for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable If the key is not ON the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans missio...

Page 342: ...gh 5 are requirements that must be met prior to depressing the Neutral N selection button and must continue to be met until 1 second elapses and the shift has been completed If any of these requirements are not met prior to depress ing the Neutral N button or are no longer met during the 1 second time then all of the position indicator lights will flash continuously until all requirements are met ...

Page 343: ...N PLATE The equipment Identification Plate is located on the hood inner surface The following information about your vehicle is dis played on this plate Model Wheelbase Vehicle Identifi cation Number Truck Order Number and code numbers with descriptions of all production and special equip ment on the truck as shipped from the factory NOTE Always refer to the equipment identification plate when ord...

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Page 345: ...Tire Changing 347 Jack Location 347 䡵 Jacking Instructions 348 Removing The Spare Tire 348 Tire Changing Procedure 349 䡵 Jump Starting Procedures 354 䡵 Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped 356 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 357 Four Wheel Drive Vehicles 358 Two Wheel Drive Vehicles 358 6 ...

Page 346: ...witch a second time to turn off the emergency flashers This is an emergency warning system and should not be used when the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists 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 346 WHAT TO ...

Page 347: ...igned to use as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The scissor jack and tire changing tools are stowed under the second row seat The jack is secured in place with a winged stud and a fixed stud It is very important to secure the jack t...

Page 348: ...ttempting to jack the truck 1 Remove the rubber plug from the floor in the cargo area 2 Engage the jack wrench extension to the spare tire winch through the hole in the floor 3 Turn the wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire Continue to turn the wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle 348 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 349: ...d slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never get 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 Do not raise this vehicle using a bumper jack The scissor jack is designed as a tool for changing tires on this v...

Page 350: ... of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally oppo site the jacking position For example if the right front wheel is being changed block the left rear wheel Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked Instructions 1 Remove the spare wheel jack and tools from stora...

Page 351: ...be and the wheel wrench the tube exten sion may be used but is not required When changing a rear wheel assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube Place the jack under the axle as close to the tire as posssible with the drive tubes extending to the rear Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench Front Jacking Location Rear Left Jacking Location W...

Page 352: ...ts and pull the wheel off Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts To avoid risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not fully tighten the nuts until the vehicle has been lowered NOTE Do not oil wheel studs For chrome wheels do not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts 6 Using the wheel wrench finish tightening the ...

Page 353: ...WARNING Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking Never start the engine with the vehicle on a jack Do not let anyone sit ...

Page 354: ...s It cannot be overtightened Push against the tire several times to be sure it is firmly in place JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes skin or cloth ing 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 con taminated area immediately wi...

Page 355: ...ace the automatic transmission in PARK and turn the ignition OFF on both vehicles 3 Turn OFF heater radio and all unnecessary electrical loads 4 Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery WARNING Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a groun...

Page 356: ...ine idle a few minutes then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery 7 When removing the jumper cables reverse the above sequence exactly Be careful of the moving belts and fan WARNING Any procedure other than above could result in 1 Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent 2 Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion 3 Damage to char...

Page 357: ...to rescue a vehicle stranded off road Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing You could damage your vehicle TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use of safety chains is recom mended Attach towing device to main structural mem bers of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated brackets State and local laws apply...

Page 358: ...with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on the ground The speed must not exceed 30 mph 50 km h and the distance must not exceed 15 miles 25 km If the vehicle is to be towed more than 15 miles 25 km or faster than 30 mph it must be towed on a flatbed or with the rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the ground or with the front end raised and the rear wheels on a towing dolly NOTE Tow...

Page 359: ...ssage 364 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 365 䡵 Replacement Parts 366 䡵 Dealer Service 367 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 367 Engine Oil 368 Engine Oil Filter 371 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tension 372 Spark Plugs 372 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 373 Engine Fuel Filter 373 Catalytic Converter 373 Maintenance Free Battery 375 Air Conditioner Maintenance 376 7 ...

Page 360: ...7 Automatic Transmission 389 Transfer Case 391 Axles 392 Selection Of Lubricating Grease 392 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 393 䡵 Fuse Block 398 Fuses Interior 398 Fuses Power Distribution Center 401 Fuses Integrated Power Module 404 䡵 Vehicle Storage 406 䡵 Replacement Light Bulbs 407 䡵 Bulb Replacement 407 Headlights Parking Turn Signal 407 Tail Lights Turn Signals And Backup Light...

Page 361: ... Center High Mounted Stoplight 412 Fog Lights 413 䡵 Fluids And Capacities 414 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 415 Engine 415 Chassis 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 7 ...

Page 362: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4 7L V 8 362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 363: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5 7L HEMI V 8 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 7 ...

Page 364: ... 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 and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be per formed If the Malfunction Indicator Ligh...

Page 365: ...Maintenance requirement this check verifies the following the MIL Malfunction Indicator Lamp is functioning and is not on when the engine is running and that the OBD On Board Diagnostic system is ready for testing Normally the OBD system will be ready The OBD system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced if you recently had a dead battery or a battery replacement If the OBD system ...

Page 366: ...our vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD system is ready or not ready if the MIL symbol is illuminated during normal vehicle...

Page 367: ... badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides the mai...

Page 368: ... up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Always maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the dipstick Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the bottom of the SAFE zone will result in a reading at the top of the safe zone on these engines CA...

Page 369: ...m mercial service Off Road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual If none of these apply to you then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A of the ...

Page 370: ... the manufacture only recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API The manufacture only recommends API Certified engine oils Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade SAE 5W 20 engine...

Page 371: ...ngine Oil And Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter shoul...

Page 372: ...hich could result in belt failure Low generator belt tension can cause battery failure Also check belt routing to make sure there is no interference between the belts and other engine components Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire properly to assure proper engine performance and emission control The plugs installed in your vehicle should operate satisfactorily in normal service for the mileage indic...

Page 373: ...the vehicle with the air cleaner removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Engine Fuel Filter A plugged fuel filter can cause stalling limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank frequent filter replacement may be necessary Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of ...

Page 374: ... civil penalties being assessed against you 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 sc...

Page 375: ...will never have to add water nor is periodic maintenance required WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you Don t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area imme diately with large amounts of water Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flam...

Page 376: ...of each warm season This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode injuring you Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can caus...

Page 377: ... 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 to the proper indicated leve...

Page 378: ... cation of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching compo nents to insure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood latch release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated The external lock cylinders sh...

Page 379: ... the temperature range of your climate This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution After the engine has warmed operate the defroster for a few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or freezi...

Page 380: ...t system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless a...

Page 381: ...nt 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 and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks With the engine at normal operating temperature but not run...

Page 382: ...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 additi...

Page 383: ...low 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 i...

Page 384: ...sposal rules for 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...

Page 385: ...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 f...

Page 386: ... fold Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present NOTE Fluids such as oil power steering fluid and brake fluid are used during assembly plant operations to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings Therefore oil wetness at the hose coupling area is not necessarily an indication of leakage A...

Page 387: ...ot require adjustment however several hard stops during the break in period are recommended to seat the linings and wear off any foreign material Brake Master Cylinders The fluid level in the master cylinders should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced or immediately if the brake system warning light is on If necessary add fluid to bring level to the full mark on the side of the reservoir o...

Page 388: ...en in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture CAUTION Do not allow a petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid Seal damage may result Brake Hoses Inspection should be performed whenever the brake system is serviced or at intervals specified Inspect hy draulic brake hoses for surface cracking scuffing or worn spots If there is any evidence of crac...

Page 389: ...be used 1 Operate the engine at idle speed and normal operating temperature 2 The vehicle must be on level ground 3 Fully apply the parking brake and press the brake pedal 4 Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear position ending with the lever in P Park 5 Remove the dipstick wipe it clean and reinsert it until seated 6 Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on both sides The ...

Page 390: ...re is below 50 F 10 C it may not register on the dipstick Do not add fluid until the temperature is elevated enough to produce an accurate reading 7 Check for leaks Release parking brake To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission after checking or replenishing fluid make certain that the dipstick cap is properly reseated It is normal for the dipstick cap to spring back slightly from ...

Page 391: ...ditives to the transmission Exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks The use of transmission sealers should be avoided since they may adversely affect seals Transfer Case Inspect the transfer case for fluid leaks If a fluid leak is evident the transfer case fluid level may be low Have the transfer case serviced immediately CAUTION Damage may result from o...

Page 392: ...and 9 1 4 axles Front Axle Front Axle fluid level should be 1 4 6 4 mm below the level of the fill hole Selection of Lubricating Grease The National Lubricating Grease Institute NLGI has developed a symbol Certification Mark to aid the vehicle owner in the proper selection of grease for chassis components This symbol an example shown below is located on the grease container and identifies the appl...

Page 393: ...d other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and under body protection The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes are Road salt...

Page 394: ...ain holes in the lower edges of the doors rocker panels and liftgate be kept clear and open If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possib...

Page 395: ...amage the wheels protective finish YES Essentials威 Fabric Cleaning Procedure If equipped YES Essentials威 seats may be cleaned in the following manner Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean dry towel Blot any remaining stain with a clean damp towel For tough stains apply Mopar Total Clean or a mild soap solution to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh damp towel...

Page 396: ...f a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm 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 gl...

Page 397: ...nses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft tissue Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the be...

Page 398: ... to protect your battery You may do this by disconnecting the battery or by disconnecting the two ignition off draw I O D fuses located in the Auxiliary Power Distribution Center PDC located in the engine compartment The I O D cavities include a snap in retainer that allows the fuse to be disconnected without removing it from the fuse block Pressing the I O D fuse back into the cavity reconnects i...

Page 399: ... Start for Next Generation Con troller NGC Inte grated Power Module IPM AC Relay and Fuel Pump Relay F4 10 Amp Red Door Node and Non Memory Power Mirror Switch Battery Feed F5 2 10 Amp Red Airbags 2 Fuses in Yellow Holder F6 2 Amp Clear Ignition Run Start Unlock F7 25 Amp Natural Radio Battery Feed MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 7 ...

Page 400: ...AC Module Heated Rear Glass EBL Relay F14 10 Amp Red ABS Module Ignition Run F15 15 Amp Blue Battery Feed Blue Tooth Compass Trip Computer CMTC Sentry Key Diagnos tics F16 20 Amp Yellow Reconfigurable Power Outlets F17 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Run Rear Park Assist Second Row Heated Seats F18 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter Ignition F19 10 Amp Red Spare Fuse F20 15 Amp Blue Heating Air Condi tioning w AT...

Page 401: ...mped on the inside cover otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corre sponds to the following chart These fuses and relays can be obtained from your dealer Cavity Cartridge Fuse Relay Mini Fuse Description 1 30 Amp Pink Starter 2 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper 3 40 Amp Green Brake Batt 4 30 Amp Pink JB Feed Acc 2 5 40 Amp Green Power Seats 6 30 Amp Pink Run Remote Re...

Page 402: ...Feed Heated Rear Glass EBL T Case Brake 13 30 Amp Pink JB Feed RR 14 40 Amp Green ESP Pump Cavity Cartridge Fuse Relay Mini Fuse Description 15 50 Amp Red JB Feed 16 10 Amp Red Spare 17 Spare 18 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump 19 20 Amp Yellow Next Generation Con troller NGC 20 25 Amp Clear 115v Power Inverter 21 20 Amp Yellow ABS Batt 22 20 Amp Yellow Next Generation Con troller NGC Batt 402 MAINTAINING ...

Page 403: ...w Run Start Relay Feed 28 Spare 29 Relay Run Start 30 Relay Run Remote 31 Spare 32 Relay Starter Cavity Cartridge Fuse Relay Mini Fuse Description 33 Relay Electronic Automatic Transaxle EATX 34 Relay AC Clutch 35 Relay Fuel Pump Rly 36 Spare 37 Relay Stop Lamp Switch 38 Spare 39 Relay Blower Motor 40 Relay Auto Shut Down ASD Rly MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 7 ...

Page 404: ...e the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart Cavity Cartridge Fuse Relay Mini Fuse Description 1 Relay Wiper On Off Rly 2 Relay Wiper Hi Lo Rly 3 Relay Horn Rly 4 Relay Rear Wiper Rly 5 Relay Lt Trailer Tow Stop Turn Rly 6 Relay Rt Trailer Tow Stop Turn Rly 7 Relay Park Lamps Rly 8 10 Amp Red Lt Park Lamps 9 10 Amp Red Trailer Tow Park Lam...

Page 405: ...6 20 Amp Yellow Horn 17 20 Amp Yellow Rear Wiper Cavity Cartridge Fuse Relay Mini Fuse Description 18 20 Amp Yellow Front Control Module FCM Batt 1 19 20 Amp Yellow Lt Trailer Tow Stop Turn 20 20 Amp Yellow Front Control Module FCM Batt 3 21 20 Amp Yellow Rt Trailer Tow Stop Turn 22 30 Amp Pink Front Control Module FCM BATT 5 23 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan 24 Relay Radiator Fan Lo Rly 25 Relay Ft Fo...

Page 406: ...e drain on your vehicle s battery Disconnect the Ignition Off Draw fuse I O D fuse located in the Power Distribution Center PDC The I O D cavity includes a snap in retainer that allows the fuse to be disconnected without removing it from the fuse block The transfer case should be placed in the 4HI mode and kept in this position to minimize the battery drain As an alternative to the above steps you...

Page 407: ...de Bulb No Headlight H13 Front Park Turn 3457AK Back Up 3057 Center High Mounted Stoplight 921 Front Side Marker 168 Fog Lamp 9006LL License Plate Light 168 Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal and Side Marker 3057 BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights Parking Turn Signal 1 Remove the two bolts attaching the headlight to the upper fender reinforcement hood must be opened to access bolts MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 7...

Page 408: ...Remove the bulb connector from the headlight making sure to pull and release the red tab on all connectors Loosen the connector by pressing down on the black and or green release which is located below or above the red tab The green release is located above the red tab on the H13 the black release is located above the 3457AK red tab 6 Twist and remove socket from lamp 7 Remove bulb from socket and...

Page 409: ...il Lights Turn Signals And Backup Lights Replacement 1 Remove the two push pins from the tail light housing 2 Rotate the light to the outboard side of the vehicle and remove MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 7 ...

Page 410: ... Unlock and remove electrical connector 4 Twist bulb sockets counterclockwise to remove from housing 5 Remove the bulbs from the bulb sockets by pulling the bulb straight out 410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 411: ...License Lights 1 Push tab towards the lamp and remove lamp assem bly 2 Rotate the socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise 3 Pull bulb from socket MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 7 ...

Page 412: ...nted Stoplight 1 Remove two screws securing stoplight housing assem bly to the liftgate 2 Turn socket 1 4 counterclockwise and free from hous ing 3 Pull bulb straight from socket to remove 412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 413: ...nd pull straight reward to disengage from the lamp 5 Remove the bulb from the socket and replace The right foglamp can be accessed from below the vehicle Follow the previous steps 4 and 5 of the left foglamp to replace the bulb NOTE These are Halogen bulbs Take care not to touch the bulb with your fingers Body oils from your fingers could cause excessive heat build up which reduces bulb life 1 3 W...

Page 414: ...ified 6 Qt 5 7L 5 7L SAE 5W 20 API Certified 7 Qt 6 6L Cooling System includes 2 1 Qts 2L for coolant bottle 4 7L Engine Mopar威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 14 2 Qt 13 5L 5 7L Engine Mopar威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 16 6 Qt 15 8L NOTE All fluid capacities are approximate 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 415: ... 20 API Certified meeting material standard MS 6395 or equiva lent 5 7L Engine Oil Use SAE 5W 20 API Certified meeting material standard MS 6395 or equiva lent Engine Oil Filter Mopar威 Engine Oil Filter P N 5281090 or equivalent Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com partment Fuel Selection 4 7L 87 Octane R M 2 Method Fuel Selection 5 7L 89 Octane R M...

Page 416: ...75W 90 Multipurpose Type GL 5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent Rear Axle SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent Brake Master Cylinder Mopar威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recom mended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir Mopar威 ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 417: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance 418 䡵 Maintenance Schedules 418 Schedule B 421 Schedule A 434 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 418: ...tems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle First is Schedule B It is for vehicles that are operated u...

Page 419: ...ance Schedules section of this manual NOTE Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule B Second is Schedule A It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched ule B Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi tions Where time and mileage are listed follow the interval that occurs first NOTE Under no circumstances should oil...

Page 420: ... unusual wear or damage Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir brake master cylinder and transmission and add as needed Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the brake hoses Inspect the CV joints if equipped and ...

Page 421: ... police or delivery service commercial service Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your coolant every 102 000 m...

Page 422: ... and engine oil filter or at 3 months whichever comes first X X X X X Rotate tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Change front and rear axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X 422 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 423: ...X X X X Rotate tires X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X Change front and rear axle fluid 4X4 X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X SCHEDULE B 423 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 424: ...e oil filter or at 3 months whichever comes first X X X X X Rotate tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Change front and rear axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X 424 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 425: ...t engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required X Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump filter This applies only if your vehicle is used for police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing X Inspect transfer case fluid 4X4 X Flush and replace engine co...

Page 426: ...s whichever comes first X X X X Rotate tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Change front and rear axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if re quired X 426 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 427: ...Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X Change front and rear axle fluid 4X4 X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if re quired X SCHEDULE B 427 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S...

Page 428: ...ange engine oil and engine oil filter or at 3 months whichever comes first X X X X Rotate tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Flush and replace engine coolant if not replaced at 60 months X 428 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 429: ... X X X X Rotate tires X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor rect stowage X X X Change front and rear axle fluid 4X4 X X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required X X SCHEDULE B 429 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 430: ...tic transmission fluid and change main sump filter and spin on cooler return filter if equipped This applies only if your vehicle is used for police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing X Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months if not replaced at 102 000 miles 170 000 km X 430 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 431: ...hown or 3 months whichever comes first X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor rect stowage X X X Change front and rear axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required X SCHEDULE B 431 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 432: ...heck spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Drain and refill transfer case fluid 4X4 X Change front and rear axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required X 432 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S...

Page 433: ...cle is used for police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing X Flush and replace engine coolant if not replaced at 120 000 miles 200 000 km X Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts This maintenance is recommended by the manufac turer to the owner but not required to maintain the emissions warranty SCHEDULE B 433 8 M A I N...

Page 434: ...gine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Rotate tires X X X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace as neces sary X Replace spark plugs X 434 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 435: ...r pressure and cor rect stowage X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months if not replaced at 102 000 miles 170 000 km X Inspect brake linings X X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required X SCHEDULE A 435 8 M A I N...

Page 436: ... X X X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if re quired X 436 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 437: ... X Check transfer case fluid 4X4 X Flush and replace engine coolant if not replaced at 60 months X Flush and replace engine coolant if not replaced at 102 000 miles 170 000 km X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace as necessary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required X SCHEDULE A 437 8 M A...

Page 438: ...r pressure and correct stowage X X X X X Drain and refill transfer case fluid 4X4 X Flush and replace engine coolant if not replaced at 120 000 miles 200 000 km X Inspect brake linings X X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if re quired X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV Valve replace as necessary X 438 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N ...

Page 439: ...wner but is not required to maintain the emissions warranty WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic SCHEDULE A 439 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

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Page 441: ...ce For Your Vehicle 442 Prepare For The Appointment 442 Prepare A List 442 Be Reasonable With Requests 442 䡵 If You Need Assistance 442 䡵 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 445 䡵 Mopar威 Parts 445 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 445 In Canada 445 䡵 Publication Order Forms 446 9 ...

Page 442: ... list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap pointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vita...

Page 443: ...ustomer Center Any communication to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Dealership name Vehicle identification number Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Cu...

Page 444: ...ithin three weeks of your vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about your service contract call the manufacturer s Service Contract Na tional Customer Hotline at 1 800 521 9922 The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s Service Contract If you pur...

Page 445: ...tion and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www NHTSA gov or write to NHTSA U S Dept of Transportation ...

Page 446: ...nts is written in straightforward language with illustrations dia grams 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 troub...

Page 447: ...Call Toll Free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at www techauthority daimlerchrysler com www daimlerchrysler ca manuals IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 447 9 ...

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Page 450: ...arm 17 190 Alignment and Balance 305 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antenna Satellite Radio 229 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 382 383 414 Disposal 384 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 275 279 Anti Lock Warning Light 190 Anti Theft System 17 190 Appearance Care 393 Arming Theft System Security Alarm 18 Automatic Dimming Mirror 80 83 Automatic Door Locks 28 Automatic Headlights 133 Automatic Transaxle 12...

Page 451: ...st System 280 Brake Control System Electronic 279 Brake Fluid 416 Brake System 275 387 Anti Lock ABS 275 279 Disc Brakes 387 Fluid Check 387 Hoses 388 Master Cylinder 387 Parking 273 Warning Light 190 193 Brakes 275 Brake Transmission Interlock 258 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 71 Bulb Replacement 407 Bulbs Light 407 Calibration Compass 158 Capacities Fluid 414 Caps Filler Fuel 316 Oil Engi...

Page 452: ...int with Automatic Belts 45 Child Seat 67 Circuit Breakers 398 Cleaning Wheels 395 Climate Control 233 Climate Control Rear Zone 237 244 Clock 197 198 202 210 222 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 232 Compact Spare Tire 301 Compass Calibration 158 Compass Variance 159 Console Floor 172 175 Console Overhead 150 151 Contract Service 444 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 362 363 383 Cooling System 381 Addi...

Page 453: ... 364 Dimmer Switch Headlight 188 Dipsticks Automatic Transmission 389 Oil Engine 368 Power Steering 377 Disarming Theft System 18 Disc Brakes 387 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 384 Door Locks 27 Door Opener Garage 160 Drive Belts 372 Drive Shaft Universal Joints 378 DVD Player Video Entertainment System 226 E 85 Fuel 318 Electric Remote Mirrors 81 Electrical Power Outlets 169 Electronic Brake ...

Page 454: ... 72 315 Fails to Start 256 Flooded Starting 256 Fuel Requirements 414 Jump Starting 354 Oil 368 414 415 Oil Filler Cap 362 363 370 Oil Selection 414 Oil Synthetic 371 Starting 255 Temperature Gauge 187 Entry System Illuminated 19 Equipment Identification Plate 343 Event Data Recorder 60 Exhaust Gas Caution 38 72 315 380 Exhaust System 72 380 Extender Seat Belt 50 Exterior Lighting 134 Fabric Care ...

Page 455: ... Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 389 Brake 387 Engine Oil 368 Power Steering 377 Transfer Case 391 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 415 Fog Lights 135 413 Folding Rear Seat 117 120 Four Wheel Drive 263 Operation 263 Four Way Hazard Flasher 346 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 288 Front Axle Differential 392 Fuel 311 Filler Cap Gas Cap 316 Filter 373 Gauge 187 Octane Rating 311 415 Requirements...

Page 456: ... 17 311 Glass Cleaning 397 Grease 392 Gross Axle Weight Rating 322 326 Gross Cargo Weight 321 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 325 GVWR 322 324 Hands Free Phone UConnect 83 Hazard Warning Flasher 346 Headlights 407 Cleaning 396 Delay 133 High Beam 137 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 137 Lights On Reminder 135 Passing 137 Replacing 407 Heated Mirrors 83 Heated Seats 112 Heater 233 Heater Engine Block 2...

Page 457: ...de Rearview Mirror 79 Instrument Cluster 187 Instrument Panel and Controls 185 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 397 Integrated Power Module Fuses 404 Interior Appearance Care 395 Interior Fuses 398 Interior Lighting 132 Interior Lights 132 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 138 Introduction 4 Inverter Outlet 115V 170 Jack Location 347 Jack Operation 347 349 Jacking Instructions 350 Key Replacement 16 ...

Page 458: ...se 196 Daytime Running 134 Dome 151 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator 193 283 Fog 135 188 413 Hazard Warning Flasher 346 Headlights 134 High Beam 137 High Beam Low Beam Select 137 Instrument Cluster 134 187 Interior 132 151 License 411 Lights On Reminder 135 Low Fuel 187 188 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 194 Park 134 Passing 137 Reading 151 Seat Belt Reminder 188 Service 407 Tire Pre...

Page 459: ... Support 110 Maintenance Free Battery 375 Maintenance Procedures 367 Maintenance Schedule 418 Schedule A 434 Schedule B 421 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 194 365 Manual Service 446 Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection 416 Map Reading Lights 151 Memory Seat 125 Mirrors 79 Automatic Dimming 80 83 Electric Powered 81 Heated 83 Memory 125 Outside 81 Rearview 79 Vanity 82 Modifications Al...

Page 460: ... Dipstick 368 Disposal 371 Filter 371 415 Filter Disposal 371 Identification Logo 370 Materials Added to 371 Recommendation 370 414 Synthetic 371 Viscosity 370 414 Onboard Diagnostic System 364 365 Opener Garage Door HomeLink威 160 Outside Rearview Mirrors 81 Overdrive 191 261 Overdrive OFF Switch 261 Overhead Console 150 151 Overheating Engine 189 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 446 Panic Alarm 22 ...

Page 461: ...indows 31 Power Steering Fluid 416 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 50 Preparation for Jacking 350 Pretensioners Seat Belts 48 Programmable Electronic Features 155 162 165 Programming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 23 162 165 Radial Ply Tires 300 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 381 383 Radio Broadcast Signals 198 Radio Navigation 222 Radio Operation 200 208 232 Radio Satellite 222 226 Radio Soun...

Page 462: ... 25 Replacement Parts 366 Replacement Tires 304 Reporting Safety Defects 445 Restraints Child 62 67 Restraints Occupant 38 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck 288 Roll Over Warning 4 Roof Type Carrier 176 Rotation Tires 306 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 73 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 73 Safety Defects Reporting 445 Safety Exhaust Gas 38 Safety Information Tire 288 Safety Tips 72 Satellite Radio 222 226 Sa...

Page 463: ...er 15 Service and Maintenance 367 418 Service Assistance 442 Service Contract 444 Service Manuals 446 Setting the Clock 197 198 202 210 222 Settings Personal 155 Shifting Automatic Transmission 258 Transfer Case 263 Transfer Case Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral N 340 Transfer Case Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 341 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage 44 Shoulder Belts 39 Signals Turn 135 18...

Page 464: ...f 167 Supplemental Tire Pressure Information 306 Synthetic Engine Oil 371 System Navigation 222 System Remote Starting 25 Tachometer 190 Taillights 409 Temperature Control Automatic ATC 238 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 187 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 65 Theft System Arming 18 Theft System Disarming 18 Tilt Steering Column 140 Tire and Loading Information Placard 293 306 Tire Identification N...

Page 465: ...s 290 Snow Tires 306 Spare Tire 348 Spinning 302 Tread Wear Indicators 303 Wheel Mounting 349 Wheel Nut Torque 352 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 330 Torque Converter Clutch 262 Tow Hooks Emergency 356 Towing 325 Disabled Vehicle 357 Guide 330 Recreational 339 Weight 330 Traction 272 Traction Control 192 281 Trailer Towing 325 Cooling System Tips 337 Hitches 329 Minimum Requirements 331 Trailer and ...

Page 466: ...Trip Odometer 191 Trip Odometer Reset Button 197 Turn Signals 135 187 409 UConnect Hands Free Phone 83 Underhood Fuses 401 Universal Transmitter 160 Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 386 Vanity Mirrors 82 Variance Compass 159 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 7 Vehicle Information Center 152 Vehicle Loading 294 321 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 Vehicle Storage 406 Video Entertainment System Rear Seat V...

Page 467: ...l Changing 348 Wheel Mounting 349 Wheel Nut Torque 352 Wind Buffeting 168 Window Fogging 246 Windows 31 Power 31 Windshield Defroster 235 241 Windshield Washers 138 139 379 Fluid 138 362 363 379 Windshield Wiper Blades 378 Windshield Wipers 138 Wiper Blade Replacement 378 Wiper Rear 249 Wipers Intermittent 138 Wrecker Towing 357 YES Essentials威 Fabric Cleaning Procedure 395 INDEX 467 10 ...

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