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Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397

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Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400

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Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405

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Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406

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Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408

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Axles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409

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Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415

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Underhood Fuses
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Underhood Fuses
(Integrated Power Module) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420

Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423

Replacement Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 424

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Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . 424

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Tail Lights, Turn Signals And Backup Lights
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License Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427

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Center High-Mounted Stoplight . . . . . . . . . . 428

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Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429

Fluids And Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 431

Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts . . . . . . . 432

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Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432

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Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for ASPEN

Page 1: ...Chrysler LLC 81 026 0952 First Edition Printed in U S A 2009 ASPEN ASPEN 2009 OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ceptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or op tional on this vehicle This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle ...

Page 3: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 367 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 435 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 449 10 INDEX 459 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

Page 6: ...our authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained technicians and genuine Mopart parts and is interested in your satisfaction ROLLOVER WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many passenger cars It is capable of performing better in a wide varie...

Page 7: ...a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Always buckle up HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire The detailed Index at the back of this Owner s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects Consult the following table for a description of the symbols th...

Page 8: ...6 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 9: ...is entire 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 vehicle registration and title NOTE It is il...

Page 10: ...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 11: ...ory Delay Feature 15 m Sentry Keyt 15 Replacement Keys 17 Customer Key Programming 17 General Information 18 m Security Alarm System If Equipped 19 To Set The Alarm 19 To Disarm The System 19 m Illuminated Entry 20 Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks 20 m Remote Keyless Entry RKE 21 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 21 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 22 Using The Panic Alarm 24 2 ...

Page 12: ...otection Driver s And Front Passenger Door Only 36 Window Lockout Switch 36 m Liftgate 37 Power Liftgate If Equipped 38 m Occupant Restraints 40 Lap Shoulder Belts 41 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 46 Automatic Locking Retractors ALR Mode If Equipped 47 Rear 60 40 Seat Third Row Center Three Point Belt If Equipped 47 Seat Belt Pretensioners 50 Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System Be...

Page 13: ... SRS Airbags 53 Event Data Recorder EDR 62 Child Restraint 64 m Engine Break In Recommendations 73 m Safety Tips 74 Exhaust System 74 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 75 Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 2 ...

Page 14: ...an be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer Ask your authorized 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 Ignition Key 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 15: ...s safety feature is inoperable The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service WARNING Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seri ously or fatally injured Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or mo...

Page 16: ...TEERING LOCK In the LOCK position the steering and ignition systems are locked to provide antitheft protection for your ve hicle If the steering wheel is locked it may be difficult to turn the key from the LOCK position when starting your vehicle Move the steering wheel left and right while turning the key until it turns easily The key can be inserted or withdrawn only in the LOCK position Push in...

Page 17: ...re For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC the time for this feature is pro grammable For details refer to Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features KEY OFF POWER DELAY OFF under Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC in Section 3 of this manual SENTRY KEYT The Sentry Keyt Immobilizer System prevents unautho rized vehicle operation by disabling the en...

Page 18: ...s If the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light turns on during normal vehicle operation vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics Should this occur have the vehicle ser viced as soon as possible NOTE The Sentry Keyt Immobilizer System is not compat ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle s...

Page 19: ...the customer key programming procedure This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics A blank key is one that has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Keyt Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer Customer Key Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keyst you can program new Sentry Keyst to the system by perfor...

Page 20: ...ds and then turn off The new Sentry Keyt is programmed The Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter will also be pro grammed during this procedure Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys If you do not have a programmed Sentry Keyt contact your authorized dealer for details NOTE If a programmed key is lost see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys tem s memory ...

Page 21: ...nt cluster will flash rapidly to signal that the system is arming The security light in the instrument panel cluster will flash rapidly for about 15 seconds to indicate that the alarm is being set After the alarm is set the security light will flash at a slower rate to indicate that the system is armed NOTE If the security light stays on continuously during vehicle operation have the system checke...

Page 22: ...The Security Alarm System can be disarmed with the key fob s UNLOCK button or by inserting a programmed Sentry Keyt into the ignition and turning the key to the ON position ILLUMINATED ENTRY Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks All interior lights will illuminate in the vehicle when the doors are unlocked using the RKE transmitter The interior lights will remain on for 30 seconds after the last...

Page 23: ...ctivate the panic alarm from distances a minimum of 66 ft 20 m using a handheld radio Trans mitter The transmitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system NOTE The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once to unlock only the driver s door or twice to unlock all the doors...

Page 24: ...tton 3 Release both buttons at the same time 4 Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK UNLOCK button on the transmitter NOTE Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the security alarm Opening a door with the security alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the security alarm 5 ...

Page 25: ...re repeat the above steps 5 Test the horn chirp feature while outside of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition in the OFF position and the key removed NOTE Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the security alarm Opening a door with the security alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UN...

Page 26: ...e UNLOCK button to deactivate the security alarm 5 If the desired programming was not achieved or to reactivate this feature repeat the above steps Using the Panic Alarm To activate the PANIC mode while the ignition is OFF press and release the PANIC button on the transmitter once When the PANIC mode is activated the interior lights will illuminate the head lights and parking lights will flash and...

Page 27: ...expected life of the batteries is five years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter military base and some mobile or CB radios Programming Additional Transmitters Vehicles will be shipped from the assembly plant with two transmitters programmed only for that vehicle A total of eight transmitters can be programmed for a vehicle Additional transmitters c...

Page 28: ...t be done so within 60 seconds of when the chime was heard 8 Using the transmitter to be programmed press and release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simulta neously 9 A single chime will be heard 10 Within four seconds of hearing the chime press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter 11 A single chime will be heard 12 Repeat steps 8 through 10 to program up to six additional transmitte...

Page 29: ...to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during removal 2 Remove and replace the battery When replacing the battery match the sign on the battery to the sign on the inside of the battery clip located on the back cover Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbi...

Page 30: ...ay 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 be closed To remote start your vehicle press the REMOTE START button on the key fob twice within five seconds To indicate that the vehicle is about to start the parking lights will flash and the horn will sound briefly if progr...

Page 31: ...RPM exceeds 2500 Any engine warning lamps come on The hood is opened The hazard switch is pressed The transmission is moved out of PARK The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of two times The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start where the remote start sequence was initiated but the engine stopped cranking without starting After either of these conditions or if the Sec...

Page 32: ...ve the vehicle Never leave unattended children alone in a ve hicle Leaving children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power win dows other controls or move the vehicle Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel Use this switch to lock or...

Page 33: ...rmation Center EVIC refer to Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Over head Console with Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped in Section 3 For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC 1 Enter your vehicle and close all doors 2 Fasten your seat belt Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming procedure 3 Place the key i...

Page 34: ...able the Auto Unlock feature For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Over head Console with Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped in Section 3 For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC performing the following procedure 1 Enter your vehicle and close all doors 2 Fasten your seat belt Fa...

Page 35: ... 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 outside door handle even if the inside do...

Page 36: ...e 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 passen...

Page 37: ...h Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC If Equipped in Section 3 WARNING Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seri ously or fatally injured Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Auto Down The driver s and front passe...

Page 38: ... reverse function unexpectedly during auto closure If this happens pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close the window manually WARNING There is no anti pinch protection when the window is almost closed Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing Resetting the Auto Up Feature Should the Auto Up feature stop working the window probably needs to be reset To reset...

Page 39: ...f equipped the 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 pull the exterior handle and open the liftgate with one fluid motion Window Lockout Switch Power Liftgate Button THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR ...

Page 40: ...ate may be opened manually or by using the button on the RKE Transmitter Press the power liftgate button on the RKE Transmitter twice within five seconds to open the power liftgate Once the liftgate is fully open pressing the power liftgate button twice within five seconds a second time will close the liftgate When the RKE Transmitter power liftgate button is pressed two times and the Lamp Flash f...

Page 41: ...der to power close If the liftgate is not fully open press the RKE Transmitter or overhead console button to fully open the liftgate and then press again to close If the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate is closing the liftgate will reverse to the full open position If the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate is opening the liftgate motor will disengage to allow manu...

Page 42: ...wer switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode Gas props support the liftgate in the open position However because the gas pressure drops with tempera ture it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems These include the front and rear seat ...

Page 43: ...om home or on your own street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and that 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 Should...

Page 44: ...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 instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your pas sengers safe too Two people should never b...

Page 45: ...xt 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 Latch Plate Latch Plate To Buckle THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 2 ...

Page 46: ...e arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision Continued WARNING Continued 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...

Page 47: ...ug A twisted belt can t do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your authorized dealer and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt Removing Slack From Belt THINGS TO KNOW...

Page 48: ...t disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc If the front airbags are deployed the front pretensioning retractors must be replaced Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front and second row outboard seats the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt aw...

Page 49: ...ll not protect you properly Automatic Locking Retractors ALR Mode If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is avail able on all passenger seating positions with a combina tion lap shoulder belt When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode Use the automatic locking mode any time a...

Page 50: ... Seat Third Row Center Three Point Belt If Equipped The center three point seat belt for the third row rear seat may be disconnected to allow the 60 seatback to easily fold down The keyed buckle latch plate small latch plate at the end of the belt can be detached from the keyed seat belt buckle buckle without a red release button located on the left inboard side of the third row bench seat Insert ...

Page 51: ...ase the risk of injury in a collision When reattaching the small keyed buckle latch plate and keyed buckle ensure the seat belt web bing is not twisted If the webbing is twisted follow the preceding procedure to detach the small latch plate from the keyed buckle untwist the webbing and reattach the small latch plate and keyed buckle Third Row Center Seat Belt THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VE...

Page 52: ...buckle 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 Headliner Stowage Slots 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 53: ...s both must be replaced Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System BeltAlertT If the driver seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlertt will alert the driver to buckle their seat belt The driver should also instruct all other occu pants to buckle their seat belts Once the warnin...

Page 54: ...started programming will be cancelled 3 Unbuckle and then re buckle the driver s seat belt three times within 10 seconds ending with the seat belt buckled A chime will sound immediately once the feature has toggled If during this time the ignition switch is turned out of the ON position or the timer expires programming mode will be cancelled 4 Programming mode will be cancelled after the feature h...

Page 55: ... a collision Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough When it is not required remove the extender and store it WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use the seat bel...

Page 56: ...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 located above the...

Page 57: ...Continued WARNING Continued Do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks that require permanent attachments bolts or screws for instal lation 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 ...

Page 58: ...r facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag An airbag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should use their lap and shoulder belts properly 3 The driver and front passenger sea...

Page 59: ...g your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel If the vehicle has window bags they also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat Airbag 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...

Page 60: ...re not on and 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 2 5 to 8 seconds for a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check the AIR BAG warning light will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns...

Page 61: ...ont airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides of the airbag In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed to activate only in certain side collisions or in a roll over event When the ORC with side impact option de tects a collision or roll over requiring the window bags to inflate it signals the inflators on the cr...

Page 62: ...have a collision which deploys the airbags any or all of the following may occur The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra sions and or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor They are not caused by contact with chemicals They are not ...

Page 63: ...em WARNING Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper vehicle body structure or add...

Page 64: ...ction in an impact While the airbag system is designed to be mainte nance free if any of the following occurs have an authorized dealer service the system promptly The airbag light does not come on or flickers during the 2 5 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned ON The light remains on or flickers after the 2 5 to 8 seconds interval The light flickers or comes on and remains on whi...

Page 65: ... by the manufac turer such investigations may be requested by custom ers insurance carriers government officials and profes sional crash researchers such as those associated with universities and with hospital and insurance organiza tions In the event that an investigation is undertaken by the manufacturer regardless of initiative the company or its designated representative will first obtain perm...

Page 66: ...Data parameters that may be recorded Diagnostic trouble code s and warning light status for electronically controlled safety systems including the airbag system Airbag disable light status if equipped 9Time9 of airbag deployment in terms of ignition cycles and vehicle mileage Airbag deployment level if applicable Impact acceleration and angle Seat belt status Brake status service and parking brake...

Page 67: ...stallation of a car bed used for carrying newborn babies at the right front passenger seat position If a car bed must be used to transport a newborn baby the car bed must be installed in the second seating row only Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used ...

Page 68: ...aint anchorage system Refer to LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System in this 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 seatback they should use a belt positioning booster seat T...

Page 69: ...es or be fatal to the infant Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child restraint Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards The manufacturer recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and...

Page 70: ... years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to also have features for installation using the vehicle s seat belts Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages have been available for some time For some older child restraints many child restraint manufacturers offer add on tether strap kits or retro fit kits You...

Page 71: ...ition If your child restraints are not LATCH compatible you can only install the child restraints using the vehicle s seat belts Refer to Installing the LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System in this section Second Row Seat Left Side Second Row Seat Right Side THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 2 ...

Page 72: ...s of adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rear facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to t...

Page 73: ...or child restraint Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with either an Automatic Locking Retractor ALR or a cinching latch plate or both Both types of seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip The ALR will make a...

Page 74: ...r seating position The hooks in the rear floor are NOT designed to withstand the forces that may occur during a crash WARNING An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap Children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a c...

Page 75: ... the third row seat 60 40 split bench if equipped To install child restraint tether an chors 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 Third Row Seat Tether Anchor THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 2 ...

Page 76: ... An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine in your vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initia...

Page 77: ...ne in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area It may be necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for more than a short period If so adjust your climate 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 c...

Page 78: ...dically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc or if the front airbags have deployed If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition replace the belt Airbag Light The Airbag light should ...

Page 79: ...tness and tires for proper pressure Lights Check the operation of all exterior lights Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on 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 THING...

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Page 81: ...rors If Equipped 85 Power Mirrors 85 Automatic Dimming Driver s Outside Mirror If Equipped 87 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 87 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 88 m Hands Free Communication UConnectt If Equipped 88 Operation 90 Phone Call Features 97 UConnectt System Features 100 Advanced Phone Connectivity 105 Things You Should Know About Your UConnectt System 106 3 ...

Page 82: ...121 Eight Way Driver s Power Seat If Equipped 122 Four Way Passenger s Power Seat If Equipped 123 Heated Seats If Equipped 123 Second Row Bucket Seats Fold And Tumble 125 Second Row 40 20 40 Seat Fold And Tumble 127 Third Row Seat Bench If Equipped 131 Third Row 60 40 Folding If Equipped 133 m Driver Memory System If Equipped 136 Setting Memory Positions And Linking RKE Transmitter To Memory 137 M...

Page 83: ... 146 Fog Lights If Equipped 147 Multifunction Lever 148 m Windshield Wipers And Washers 150 Windshield Wipers 150 Windshield Washers 151 m Tilt Steering Column 152 m Driver Adjustable Pedals If Equipped 153 Adjustment 154 m Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 155 To Activate 156 To Set At A Desired Speed 156 To Deactivate 156 To Resume Speed 156 To Vary The Speed Setting 157 To Accelerate For Pas...

Page 84: ... Console With Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped 166 Dome Reading Lights 166 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped 167 Compass Temperature Button 173 m Garage Door Opener If Equipped 176 Programming HomeLinkt 177 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 180 Using HomeLinkt 181 Reprogramming A Single HomeLinkt Button 181 Security 181 Troubleshooting Tips 182 General I...

Page 85: ...nverter Outlet If Equipped 188 m Floor Console 189 Front Floor Console Features 189 Rear Floor Console Features If Equipped 192 m Cargo Area Features If Equipped 193 m Rear Window Features 195 Rear Window Wiper Washer 195 Rear Window Defrosting 196 m Factory Installed Roof Luggage Rack 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 3 ...

Page 86: ...the mirror to the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the wind shield Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head light glare from vehicles behind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light in the button will indicate whe...

Page 87: ...mirror clean Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirror s to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Outside Folding Mirrors If Equipped Folding outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage Power Mirrors The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver s d...

Page 88: ...control wand tilt the mirror into the desired position When you have finished adjusting the mirror turn the control wand to the center position O The center position prevents the accidental movement of the mirror Power Mirror Control Mirror Directions 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 89: ...Equipped This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying light glare from 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 Heated Mirrors If Equipped Heated mirrors are automatically activated when you depress the rear window defroster switch located on the instrument panel The light will illuminate...

Page 90: ...ectt system Refer to your Navigation User s Manual for UConnectt system operating instructions for these radios UConnectt is a voice activated hands free in vehicle communications system UConnectt allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g 9Call Mike Work9 or 9Dial 248 555 12129 Your cellular phone s audio is trans mitted through your vehicle s audio...

Page 91: ...ers per name Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language This system is driven through your Bluetootht Hands Free profile cellular phone UConnectt features Bluetootht technology the global standard that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station so UConnectt works no matter where you stow your cellular phone ...

Page 92: ... Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details The UConnectt system is fully integrated with the vehi cle s audio system The volume of the UConnectt 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 UConnectt system such as 9...

Page 93: ... few feet meters away from you Voice Command Tree Refer to Voice Tree in this section Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt or if you want to know your options at any prompt say 9Help9 following the beep The UConnectt system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help To activate the UConnectt system from idle simply press the PHONE button and follow the audible prompts...

Page 94: ...you will be prompted to give the UConnectt system a name for your cellular phone Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7 with 1 being the highest priority You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnectt system However at any given time only one cellular phone can be in use ...

Page 95: ... will confirm the phone num ber and then dial The number will appear in the display of certain radios Call by Saying a Name Press the PHONE button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say Call 9 The system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say the name of the person you want to call For example you can...

Page 96: ...ing an entry into the phone book you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu The UConnectt system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language Phonebook Download UConn...

Page 97: ... than 24 characters it will only use the first 24 characters Edit Entries in the UConnectt Phonebook NOTE Editing names in the phonebook is recom mended when the vehicle is not in motion Press the PHONE button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Phonebook Edit 9 You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit Next choose the number designa...

Page 98: ...f a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say 9List Names9 to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose To select one of the entries from the list press the Voice Recognition button while the UConnectt system is playing the desired entry and say 9Delete 9 After you enter the name the UConnectt system will ask you which designation you wish to delete home work m...

Page 99: ...hen prompt you as to the number designation you wish to call The selected number will be dialed Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnectt 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 UConnectt system Check with your cellular ser...

Page 100: ...call while you are currently on a call press the Voice Recognition button and say 9Dial9 or 9Call9 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 9Toggling Between Calls9 in this section To combine two calls refer to 9Conference Call9 in this section Place Retrieve a Call Fro...

Page 101: ...ve been joined into one conference call Call Termination To end a call in progress momentarily press the PHONE button Only the active call s will be terminated and if there is a call on hold it will become the new active call If the active call is terminated by the far end a call on hold may not become active automatically This is cell phone dependent To bring the call back from hold press and hol...

Page 102: ...atically transferred from the UConnectt system to the mobile phone An active call is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after the ignition key is switched to OFF UConnectT System Features Language Selection To change the language that the UConnectt system is using Press the PHONE button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say the name of the language you wish to swi...

Page 103: ...umber dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased 911 for the U S and Canada and 060 for Mexico The number dialed may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area The UConnectt system does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly Your phone must be turned on and paired to the UConnectt system to allow...

Page 104: ...Systems This method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while navigating through an automated telephone system You can use your UConnectt system to access a voice mail system or an automated service such as a paging service or automated customer service line Some ser vices require immediate response selection In some instances that may be too ...

Page 105: ... systems have system time out settings that are too short and may not allow the use of this feature Barge In Overriding Prompts The Voice Recognition button can be used when you wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately For example if a prompt is asking 9Would you like to pair a phone clear a 9 you could press the Voice Recognition button and say 9Pair a Ph...

Page 106: ...be played through your vehicle s audio system The UConnectt system will work the same as if you dial the number using voice recognition NOTE Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the UConnectt system to play it on the vehicle audio system so you will not hear it Under this situation after successfully dialing a number the user may feel that the call did not go through even t...

Page 107: ...ectronic device at a time If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetootht connection between a UConnectt paired cellular phone and the UConnectt system follow the instructions de scribed in your cellular phone User s Manual List Paired Cellular Phone Names Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Phone Pairing When prompted say 9List Phones ...

Page 108: ...able the UConnectt system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near approximately within 30 ft 9 m the vehicle Delete UConnectt Paired Cellular Phones Press the PHONE button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Setup Phone Pairing 9 At the next prompt say 9Delete9 and follow the prompts You can also press the Voice Recognition button at any time wh...

Page 109: ...when the vehicle is parked with the engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched OFF This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default settings enter the Voice Training session via the above procedure and follow the prompts Voice Recognition VR For best performance adjust t...

Page 110: ...ook when the vehicle is not in motion is recommended It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the UConnectt phonebook The UConnectt phonebook nametag recognition rate is optimized for the person who stored the name in the phonebook You can say 9O9 letter 9O9 for 909 zero 98009 must be spoken 9eight zero zero 9 Even though international dialing for most number combinations is suppor...

Page 111: ...nvertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Bluetootht Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the UConnectt system When this happens the connec tion can generally be re established by switching the phone off on Your cell phone is recommended to remain in Bluetootht ON mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF...

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Page 115: ...ve six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all Voice Commands Primary Alternate s call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 3 ...

Page 116: ...ing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate s return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call UConnectt Tutorial try again voice training work yes 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 117: ...e System as calmly and normally as possible The ability of the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice commands may be negatively af fected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions and all attention should be kept on the roadway ahead Failure to do so may result in an accident causing serious injury or death ...

Page 118: ...he system will best recognize your speech if the win dows are closed and the heater air conditioning fan is set to low At any point if the system does not recognize one of your commands you will be prompted to repeat it To hear the first available Menu press the VR hard key and say HELP or MAIN MENU Commands The Voice Recognition System understands two types of commands Global commands are availab...

Page 119: ... next station PREVIOUS STATION to select the previous station RADIO MENU to switch to the radio menu MAIN MENU to switch to the main menu Radio FM To switch to the FM band say FM or RADIO FM In this mode you may say the following commands FREQUENCY to change the frequency NEXT STATION to select the next station PREVIOUS STATION to select the previous station RADIO MENU to switch to the radio menu ...

Page 120: ...rack MAIN MENU to switch to the main menu Memo To switch to the voice recorder mode say MEMO In this mode you may say the following commands NEW MEMO to record a new memo During the recording you may press the VR hard key to stop recording You continue by saying one of the following commands SAVE to save the memo CONTINUE to continue recording DELETE to delete the recording PLAY MEMOS to play prev...

Page 121: ...ture may be used 1 Press the VR hard key speak System Setup and once you are in that menu then speak Voice Training This will train your own voice to the system and will improve recognition 2 Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the UConnectt System For best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engine running all windows closed and the blower f...

Page 122: ...f the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked Manual Front Seat Recliners The bucket seats are equipped 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 s seat To recline lean forward slig...

Page 123: ...bar Support Adjustment If Equipped The manual lumbar support adjustment lever is located on the right side of the driver s seat and on the left side of the passenger s seat Moving the lumbar control lever fore and aft increases or decreases the lumbar support Adjustable Head Restraints All Seating Positions Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear...

Page 124: ...s Power Seat If Equipped The driver s power seat switches are located on the left side of the driver s seat lower side trim The bottom switch controls up down forward rearward and tilt adjustment The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment Head Restraint Adjustment Power Seat Switch Location 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 125: ...ts the front driver passenger and second row seats The controls for the front heated seats are located on the instrument panel below the climate con trols After turning ON the ignition Press the switch once to select High level heating Press the switch a second time to select Low level heating Press the switch a third time to shut Off the heating elements Amber indicators in the switch indicate th...

Page 126: ... Low level setting will operate for 30 minutes then the system will turn Off If the Low level setting is initially selected the system will operate for 30 minutes and then turn off If the indicator light on the heated 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 Second Row H...

Page 127: ...as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Second Row Bucket Seats Fold and Tumble Second row bucket seats have seatback recliners on both seating positions Raising the lever allows the seatback to be reclined an additional 11 degrees The second row bucket seats can be folded and tumbled forward for easy access to the third seat or rear cargo area To fold and tumble the sea...

Page 128: ... forward If the seat contacts the rear of the front seat move the front seat forward To re latch the seat tilt the seat rearward and push down firmly to engage the rear attachments Then lift the seatback release lever and pull the seatback up to return it to its full upright position Folding The Seatback Tumbling the Seat Forward 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 129: ...our vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments Always be sure 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 UNDE...

Page 130: ... To fold the 40 seatbacks fully raise the lever on the side of the seat to release the seatback The seatback can now be folded into the down position for use as a cargo floor or the seat can now be tumbled forward to allow access to the rear of the vehicle Fold Tumble And Recline Lever Rear 20 Seat Pull Strap 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 131: ...tback Pull the seatback forward to ensure that it is locked in the upright position WARNING The 20 seatback contains the center shoulder belt A 20 seatback that is not fully latched in the upright position will not protect you properly To tumble the 40 seat fully raise the lever on the side of the seat to release the floor latches and tumble the seat Fold Tumble And Recline Lever UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 132: ...ack must be fully folded into the down position to allow the lever to be raised enough to release the floor latches To fold and tumble the second row 40 seats from the third row fully raise the lever at the rear of the seat to fold the seatback Continue raising the lever to release the floor latches to tumble the seat NOTE The head restraints must be lowered but do not have to be removed to fold a...

Page 133: ...forward from the pockets at the front of the cushion The cushion will rest on the floor directly behind the second row seat Second the top of the back is folded forward and rests on the cushion The back will not fold unless the cushion has been folded forward first Seat Cushion Pockets UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 3 ...

Page 134: ...he rear of your vehicle with the third row seat folded flat be careful not to damage the material on the head restraints Seat Cushion Movement Up And Forward Third Row Seat Folded Forward 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 135: ...e verified by pushing pulling on the upright seatback The seatback will not move unless properly engaged Do not sit in the third row seat with the second row seatback s folded or tumbled In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seri ously or even fatally injured Third Row 60 40 Folding If Equipped Third Row Seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 3 ...

Page 136: ...Third Row Seat 40 Seatback Fold Third Row Seat Features 1 Seatback Return Strap 2 Seatback Release Lever 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 137: ...Third Row Seat Folded Forward Third Row Seat Return Pull Strap UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 3 ...

Page 138: ...tting and radio station preset settings Your Remote Keyless Entry RKE trans mitters can also be programmed to recall the same positions when the UNLOCK button is pressed Your vehicle was delivered with two RKE transmitters One or both RKE transmitters can be linked to either memory position The memory system can accommodate up to two RKE transmitters each RKE transmitter linked to either of the tw...

Page 139: ...e set 5 Adjust the Automatic Temperature Control ATC while the ATC is in Auto mode 6 Press and release the SET button located on the driver s door 7 Within five seconds press and release memory button 1 or 2 on the driver s door The next steps must be performed within 10 seconds if you desire to also use a RKE transmitter to recall memory positions 8 Turn the vehicle off and remove the key 9 Press...

Page 140: ...e cancelled by pressing any of the memory buttons on the driver s door during a recall S 1 or 2 or pressing any one of the power seat buttons pressing the adjustable pedals button or pressing either the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter when not in the ignition switch When a recall is cancelled the driver s seat and the pedals stop moving A delay of one second will occur before another ...

Page 141: ...nt limitation if an obstruction is encountered sometime during usage One example of such an occurrence may include a box or package ob structing 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 rele...

Page 142: ...ure can be en abled or disabled through the programmable features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC For details refer to Personal Settings Customer Program mable Features under Overhead Console with Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped in Section 3 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood two latches must be released 1 Pull the hood release lever located under...

Page 143: ...hat 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 damaging the grille WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving Hood Safety Catch UN...

Page 144: ...itch is located next to the steering wheel on the left side of the instrument panel The headlight switch controls the operation of the head lights automatic headlights if equipped parking lights and instrument panel lights Headlight Switch Location 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 145: ...er and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output avoid wiping with a dry cloth To remove road dirt wash with a mild soap solution followed by rinsing Do not use abrasive cleaning components solve...

Page 146: ... will remain on for 90 seconds Headlight delay can be canceled by either turning the headlight switch ON then OFF or by turning the ignition ON The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC For details refer to Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Overhead Console with Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC I...

Page 147: ...ery Battery Saver To protect the life of your vehicle s battery load shedding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights If the ignition is off and any door is left ajar for eight minutes or the dimmer control is rotated upwards for 15 minutes the interior lights will automatically turn off If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycled off the exterior lights will automatical...

Page 148: ... Section 3 Daytime Running Lights Canada Only The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the engine is started and the transmission is not in PARK This provides a constant Lights ON condition until the ignition is turned OFF or the transmission returned to PARK The lights illuminate at reduced intensity If the parking brake is applied the Daytime Running Lights DRLs will turn off If the h...

Page 149: ...perate only when the parking lights are on or when the vehicle 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 Fog Light Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 3 ...

Page 150: ...ht when the lever is moved it would suggest that the switch or indicator lamp is defective If a defective bulb or wiring circuit is detected for the turn signal system the arrow indicators will flash at a faster rate You can signal a lane change by moving the multifunc tion lever partially up or down NOTE If a turn signal has been left on for at least 1mile 1 km a continuous chime will sound Turn ...

Page 151: ...d the steer ing wheel This will momentarily turn on the high beams until the multifunction lever is released High Beam Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction lever fully toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low beam High Beam Low Beam UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 3 ...

Page 152: ...e wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable For maximum delay between cycles rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until it enters the low continual speed position The delay can be regulated from a cycle every 2 seconds to approxi mately 15 seconds between cycles The delay intervals will double in duratio...

Page 153: ...hen the vehicle is restarted the wipers will resume operation Windshield Washers To use the windshield washer push in on the washer knob on the end of the multifunction lever The washer pump will continue to operate as long as the knob is held If the washer knob is depressed while in the delay range the wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer knob is released The wipers will then r...

Page 154: ...ost washer fluid containers TILT STEERING COLUMN This feature will allow you to raise or lower the steering wheel into a desired position To tilt the column pull rearward on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down as desired Push the lever forward to lock the column firmly in place Washer Fluid Switch Tilt Steering Column Lever 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR V...

Page 155: ...cle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS IF EQUIPPED The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allow the driver to establish a comfortable position relative to the steering wheel and pedals The adjustable pedals switch is located on the left side of the steering column on the instrument panel Adjustable Pedals Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEH...

Page 156: ...elease 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 REVERSE or when the speed control is SET CAUTION Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls Pedal travel may become lim ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction...

Page 157: ...rol are located on the steering wheel When engaged the Elec tronic Speed Control takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h Electronic Speed Control Buttons 1 Resume 4 Set 2 Cancel 5 Cruise 3 Decel 6 On Off UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 3 ...

Page 158: ...Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal normal braking or pressing the CANCEL button will deactivate the speed control without erasing the memory Pushing the ON OFF but ton to the OFF position or turning off the ignition erases the memory WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control ON when not in use is dangerous You c...

Page 159: ... Release the button when the desired speed is reached and the new speed will be set To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return to the set speed NOTE When driving uphill at elevations above 2 000 ft 610 m or when the vehicle is heavily loaded especially when towing the vehicle may slow below the SET speed If the vehicle...

Page 160: ... enabled or disabled from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON position The Rear Park Assist system can be active only when the shift lever is in REVERSE If the Rear Park Assist system is enabled at this shift lever position the system will be active until the vehicle speed is increased to approxi mately 11 mph 18 km h or above The system will be active again if the vehic...

Page 161: ...arning display will turn ON all of its LEDs for approxi mately one second Each side of the warning display has six yellow and two red LEDs The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the red LED is ON The system dimly illuminates the two inner most yellow LEDs when it is ON and there are no obstacles being detected The following chart shows the warning display operation when the system is detecting ...

Page 162: ...cm Yellow None 3rd LED 31 5 in 80 cm 39 3 in 100 cm Yellow None 4th LED 25 5 in 65 cm 33 5 in 85 cm Yellow None 5th LED 20 in 50 cm 27 6 in 70 cm Yellow None 6th LED 16 in 40 cm 19 7 in 50 cm Red Yes Intermittent 7th LED 6 in 15 cm 11 81 in 30 cm Red Yes Continuous NOTE The Rear Park Assist system will MUTE the radio if on when the system is sounding an audio tone 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF...

Page 163: ...RNING Continued Before using the Rear Park Assist system it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve hicle when the vehicle is not used for towing Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the rear fascia when the warning display turns the red LEDs O...

Page 164: ...the performance of the system Enable Disable The Rear Park Assist System There are times when you may want to disable the Rear Park Assist system such as when towing a trailer The system can be turned ON or OFF through the Electronic Vehicle Information EVIC if equipped Refer to Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Overhead Console with Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC ...

Page 165: ...our Radio of the rear of your vehicle whenever it is put into REVERSE The camera is located in the light bar over the rear license plate NOTE Refer to Setting Display Properties under System Settings in the Navigation User s Manual for instructions regarding navigation screen brightness ad justments Use the following steps to access the Rear Camera feature 1 Start the engine 2 Depress the brake pe...

Page 166: ... so can result in serious injury or death CAUTION To avoid vehicle damage the Rear Camera system should only be used as a parking aid The Rear Camera system is unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive path To avoid vehicle damage the vehicle must be driven slowly when using the Rear Camera Sys tem to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is seen It is recommended that the driver lo...

Page 167: ...reading lights and one courtesy light located near the front of the console All lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened when the dimmer control is rotated to the courtesy light position fully upward position or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Overhead Console UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 3 ...

Page 168: ...FORMATION 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 console are two dome reading lights The dome reading lights illuminate when a door is opened or when the interior lights are turned on by rotating the dimmer control located on the headlight switch The reading lights are a...

Page 169: ... features TRIP Shows the total distance traveled since the last reset To reset the TRIP function press and hold the RESET button ELAPSED TIME Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON RUN or START positions UNIT IN U S METRIC Press the RESET button to toggle between U S and METRIC Overhead Console with EVIC UNDERST...

Page 170: ...ance To Empty Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of fuel economy according to the current fuel tank level MI TO EMPTY cannot be reset through the RESET button NOTE Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle regar...

Page 171: ...IL CHANGE REQUIRED with a single chime SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM with a single chime SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM COOLANT LOW LIFTGATE OPEN CHECK TPM SYSTEM with single chime Premium TPM System Only OIL CHANGE REQUIRED If Equipped Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The Oil Change Required message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a si...

Page 172: ... indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK If the trans mission is not in PARK the EVIC will display NOT AVAILABLE and VEHICLE NOT IN PARK Press and release the MENU button until the Personal Settings displays on the EVIC Use the S...

Page 173: ...ice to unlock the passenger s doors To make your selection press and release the RESET button until DRV DR 1st appears RKE UNLOCK ALL DR 1ST When All ALL DR 1ST is selected all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE UNLOCK button To make your selection press and release the RESET button until All DR 1st appears MEM RECALL WITH RKE ON When ON is selected pressing the UNLOCK button o...

Page 174: ...headlamps will automatically turn on when the wiper switch is activated EASY EXIT SEAT ON When ON is selected and the key is removed from the ignition the driver s seat will automatically move rearward to allow easy exit TILT MIRRORS IN R ON When ON is selected and the transmission is put in REVERSE the outside mirrors will tilt downward KEY OFF POWER DELAY OFF When this feature is selected the po...

Page 175: ...ge the compass variance setting Set this to your current location If you change location change your variance according to your variance on the variance map Refer to Compass Variance Map in this section COMPASS CALIBRATE YES Press the RESET button to manually calibrate the compass Refer to Manual Compass Calibration in this section Compass Temperature Button Pressing the Compass Temperature button...

Page 176: ...ou must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually as follows 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Press the MENU button until Personal Settings is displayed 3 Press the STEP button until Calibrate Compass YES is displayed 4 Press and release the RESET button to start the calibration The message CAL will display on the compass temperature screen in the EVIC 5 Slowly drive th...

Page 177: ... the compass sensor is located 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Press the MENU button until Personal Settings is displayed 3 Press the STEP button until Compass Variance is displayed 4 Press and release RESET button until the proper variance zone is selected according to the variance map 5 Press and release the Compass Temperature button to exit Variance Map UNDERSTANDING THE FE...

Page 178: ...lighting or home security systems The HomeLinkt unit operates off your vehicle s battery The HomeLinkt buttons are located in the overhead console and contain one two or three dots lines desig nating the different HomeLinkt channels NOTE HomeLinkt is disabled when the Vehicle Secu rity Alarm is active HomeLinkt Buttons 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 179: ...all 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 your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause seri ous injury or death Programming HomeLinkT Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLinkt buttons erase all channels be...

Page 180: ... hand held transmitter button until the EVIC display changes from CHANNEL TRAINING to CHANNEL TRAINED Then release both the HomeLinkt and hand held trans mitter buttons If the EVIC display states DID NOT TRAIN repeat Step 3 If the signal is too weak replace the battery in the original hand held transmitter It may take up to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases The garage door may open and close whil...

Page 181: ... A ROLLING CODE SYSTEM At the garage door opener motor in the garage locate the learn or training button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor it is NOT the button normally used to open and close the door 6 Firmly press and release the learn or training button The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer 1 Garage Door Open...

Page 182: ...the remaining two HomeLinkt buttons repeat each step for each remaining button DO NOT erase the channels Gate Operator Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for HomeLinkt to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are de...

Page 183: ...e office lighting etc The hand held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time Reprogramming A Single HomeLinkT Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained follow these steps 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Press and hold the desired HomeLinkt button for 20 seconds until the EVIC display states CHANNEL TRAINING Do not release the button 3 Without ...

Page 184: ...m for information or assistance General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE The transmitter has been tested and it complies...

Page 185: ...the movement of the sunroof and the sunroof will remain in the partial vent position until the button is pushed forward again NOTE The sunroof will continue to operate for 10 minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or until the driver s door is opened This feature may be disabled by your authorized dealer The Power Accessory Delay feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the Electronic V...

Page 186: ... child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle WARNING In an accident there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof Never allow fingers or other body parts or...

Page 187: ...When the optional Cigar Lighter heating element is used it heats when pushed in and pops out automatically when ready for use To preserve the heating element do not hold the lighter in the heating position There are two additional 12 Volt 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 outlets ...

Page 188: ...CAUTION Continued After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle s battery Configuring Power Outlets To configure the outlets be sure the ignition is OFF before removing the fuse The reconfigurable fuse location is a ...

Page 189: ...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 Top Fuse Block 1 20 Amp Reconfigurable Fuse 3 Ign Bottom Location 2 Battery Top Location 4 Yellow Airbag Fuses UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 3 ...

Page 190: ...is outlet can power cell phones electronics and other low power devices and is controlled by a switch located in left lower instrument panel To turn on the power inverter press the switch once Pressing the switch a second time will turn the power inverter off 115 Volt Inverter Outlet 115 Volt Inverter Switch 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 191: ...y 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 FLOOR CONSOLE Front Floor Console Features The floor console between the driver s and front passen ger s seat has the following features Miscellaneous storage compartments Portable phone storage bin Portable phone cord routing on the sides...

Page 192: ...ed 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 Floor Console 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 193: ...2 cycles The front storage bin in the center console is equipped with a removable bin mat This mat can be removed by pulling on the tab located on the front edge of the bin mat Removing this mat will allow you to retrieve any lost items that are between the bin doors Cupholder Doors Bin Mat Tab UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 3 ...

Page 194: ...torage bin Close the console armrest lid and plug the power cord into the phone while resting the phone in the bin The power outlet may be used for any portable item with a standard 12 Volt power outlet adapter requiring up to 20 Amps of current Rear Floor Console Features If Equipped The rear floor console us located between the second row bucket seat and has the following features Miscellaneous ...

Page 195: ...ch CARGO AREA FEATURES IF EQUIPPED The cargo management system consists of a removable cargo liner and removable cargo organizer Rear Floor Console 1 Side Cover Latch 2 Main Cover Latch 3 Cargo Divider Handles UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 3 ...

Page 196: ...e latch and attach the cord to the rear seat head restraint post To open the cargo divider lift up on the cargo divider handles raising the doors to the full open position Raise the side panels until they engage into the doors Side Cover 1 Cargo Divider Door 2 Cargo Divider Side Panel 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 197: ...e vehicle Push the organizer to the right and lift out of the vehicle REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper Washer The rear window controls are located on the climate control panel For vehicles equipped with manual climate controls the controls are located on the upper left corner Manual Climate Control Panel UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 3 ...

Page 198: ...ill automatically return to the Park position When the vehicle is restarted the wiper will resume operation Rear Window Defrosting A push button type switch is located in the climate control panel Press the switch and the rear win dow defroster and electric remote control heated mirrors if equipped will turn on An amber indicator on the push button will light when the defroster is turned on A symb...

Page 199: ...distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK A factory installed luggage rack is located on the vehicles roof The load carried on the roof when equipped with a luggage rack must not exceed 150 lbs 68 kg and should be uniformly distributed over the cargo area The side rails between the stantions should be used to tie down cargo Check the stra...

Page 200: ...secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle Place a blanket or other protection between the surface of the roof and the load Continued CAUTION Continued 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 ma...

Page 201: ...dia System Radio RER REN If Equipped 217 Operating Instructions Voice Recognition System VR If Equipped 218 Operating Instructions Hands Free Communication UConnectt If Equipped 218 Clock Setting Procedure 218 m Sales Code RES AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player MP3 AUX Jack 220 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 220 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 223 Notes On Playing MP3 Fi...

Page 202: ...face UCI If Equipped 241 Connecting The iPodt 242 Using This Feature 242 Controlling The iPodt Using Radio Buttons 243 Play Mode 243 List Or Browse Mode 244 m Satellite Radio If Equipped REN REQ RER RES REU Radios Only 246 System Activation 246 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 247 Selecting Satellite Mode 248 Satellite Antenna 248 Reception Quality 248 Operating Instru...

Page 203: ...ontrols 255 Manual Control 255 Air Conditioning Operation 255 Front Blower Control 256 Front Mode Control 256 Rear Temperature Control If Equipped 259 Rear Window Defrosting And Rear Window Washer Wiper 259 Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped 260 Automatic Control 260 Level Of Automatic Control 261 Manual Control ATC 261 Rear Zone Climate Control If Equipped 265 Rear Rotary Temperature C...

Page 204: ...Control Switches 3 Demister Outlets 9 Rear Washer Wiper 15 Hood Release 4 Instrument Cluster 10 Power Outlet 16 Adjustable Pedal Control Switch 5 Airbags 11 Heated Seat Switches 17 115v Inverter Switch 6 Glove Compartment 12 Electronic Stability System ESP Off Switch If Equipped 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 205: ...Instrument Cluster UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 4 ...

Page 206: ...rheats The gauge 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 pointing or left pointing arrow lights up and flashes to indicate the direction of the turn These indicators also indicate proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights If ...

Page 207: ...will cause the tempera ture gauge to pass H Hot the indicator will continu ously flash and a continuous chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If the temperature light is on safely pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle in neutral with the air conditioner turned off until the light turns off If the li...

Page 208: ... speed continuously after the alarm is set The security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on 11 Anti Lock Brake System ABS Light This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System ABS which is described elsewhere in this manual This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and may stay on for approximately three seconds If th...

Page 209: ...nder the hood 13 Tachometer This gauge measures engine Revolutions Per Minute RPM x 1000 14 Shift Lever Indicator The shift lever indicator is self contained within the instrument cluster It displays the position of the auto matic transmission shift lever and the relation of each position to all other positions For a good signal the display will place a box around the selected transmission range P...

Page 210: ... the trip odometer RESET button toggles the feature back to the odometer Change Oil Message Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The Change Oil message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based...

Page 211: ...etermined 17 Fog Light Indicator This light shows when the fog lights are ON 18 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator Light The yellow Electronic Stability Program ESP indicator light in the speedometer area illumi nates with the key in the ignition switch turned to the ON RUN position and it should go out with the engine running The ESP is also combined with the Traction Control System TCS w...

Page 212: ...e If the light is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing The light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on for 15 seconds as a bulb check If the light does not come on during starting have the system checked by an authorized dealer...

Page 213: ...ly during sharp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi tions The vehicle should have service performed and the brake fluid level checked If brake failure is indicated immediate repair is neces sary WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger ous Part of the brake system may have failed It will take longer to stop the vehicle You could have an accident Have the vehicle c...

Page 214: ...s been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see an authorized dealer as soon as possible NOTE The ESP control system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is actively operating 23 Malfunction Indicator Light MIL The Malfunction Indicator Light MI...

Page 215: ...is flashing severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required See an authorized dealer for service immediately 24 Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pre...

Page 216: ...PMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon s...

Page 217: ... to eight 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 authorized dealer 26 4WD Indicator The 4WD indicator light illuminates when the transfer case is in 4WD position 27 SVC Service 4WD Indicator The SVC 4WD light will illuminate when the ignition...

Page 218: ... display Holding the button in resets the trip odometer reading SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument panel press and hold the button until the setting is correct ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK The clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio A digital readout shows the frequency and or time in hours and minutes depending on your radio mo...

Page 219: ...the minutes 4 Adjust the minutes by turning the TUNE AUDIO control knob 5 To exit press any button knob or wait approximately five seconds AM FM CD DVD MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM RADIO RER REN IF EQUIPPED NOTE The sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit s faceplate The REN and RER Multimedia systems contain a radio CD DVD player USB port a 20 gigabyte hard drive HDD and a JukeBox virtual ...

Page 220: ...riate time zone and daylight savings information is set To Manually Set the Clock RER REN 1 Turn on the multimedia system 2 Touch the screen where the time is displayed The clock setting menu will appear on the screen 3 To move the hour forward touch the screen where the word Hour with the arrow pointing upward is dis played To move the hour backward touch the screen where the word Hour with the a...

Page 221: ...ia system 2 Touch the screen where the time is displayed The clock setting menu will appear on the screen 3 When this feature is on a check mark will appear in the box next to the words Show Time if Radio is Off Touch the screen where the words Show Time if Radio is Off are displayed to change the current setting Changing the Time Zone 1 Turn on the multimedia system 2 Touch the screen where the t...

Page 222: ...ary Push the On Volume control knob to turn on the radio Push the On Volume control knob 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 On Volume control knob to the right increases the vol ume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be...

Page 223: ... blink 2 Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune Scroll control knob 3 After adjusting the hours press the right side Tune Scroll control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune Scroll control knob Press the Tune Scroll control knob to save time change 5 To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds The clock can also be s...

Page 224: ...o the right or left to increase or decrease the mid range tones Push the rotary Tune Scroll control knob a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the Tune Scroll control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones Push the rotary Tune Scroll control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the Tune Scroll control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level f...

Page 225: ...nd SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 AM and 12 FM stations DISC Bu...

Page 226: ...nsert the disc The display will show the disc number the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism Do not use adhesive labels These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism RES is a single CD player Do not attempt to ...

Page 227: ...ster scrolling through the tracks in CD MP3 modes TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display RW FF Press the RW button to stop the CD at the beginning of the current CD track title Press and hold FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The...

Page 228: ...d files properly and may be unable 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 folder levels 8 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders The radio display of file names and folder names is limited For large numbers of files and or folders the radio may be unable to display the file name an...

Page 229: ...lid MP3 and will not play the file When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specifi cation Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3...

Page 230: ...ession disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil i...

Page 231: ... Video Entertainment System VES t If Equipped Refer to separate Video Entertainment System VES t Guide SALES CODE RES RSC AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER MP3 AUX JACK AND SIRIUS RADIO NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate Operating Instructions Radio Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio RES RSC Radio U...

Page 232: ...down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it Voice Recognition System Radio If Equipped Refer to Voice Recognition System VR in Section 3 Voice Recognition Button UConnectt Hands Free Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Hands Free Phone UConnectt feature if equipp...

Page 233: ... minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune Scroll control knob Press the Tune Scroll control knob to save time change 5 To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button For vehicles equipped with satellite radio press the SETUP button use the Tune Scroll control to select SET CLOCK and then follow the above p...

Page 234: ... the Tune Scroll control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid range tones Push the rotary Tune Scroll control knob a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the Tune Scroll control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones Push the rotary Tune Scroll control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the Tune Scroll control knob to the right or l...

Page 235: ...e following format types Program Type 16 Digit Character Dis play No program type or un defined None Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Program Type 16 Digit Character Dis play Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R B Religious M...

Page 236: ...CT button will allow you to set the clock Turn the Tune Scroll control knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the Tune Scroll control knob to adjust the minutes Press the Tune Scroll control knob again to save changes AM FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbut...

Page 237: ...utton Pressing the DISC AUX button will allow you to switch from AM FM modes to DISC AUX mode Operation Instructions CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio NOTE This radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable com pact discs CD RW compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compa...

Page 238: ...uld not be used and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF NOTE Ejecting with ignition OFF is not allowed on converti...

Page 239: ...ct disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran domly selected track Press the SET RND button a second time to stop Ran dom Play Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files however acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited When writing MP3 files pay attention to the following restric tions Supported ...

Page 240: ...xtension Level 2 31 including a separator 9 9 and a three character extension Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files including MP3 files Discs created with an option such as 9keep disc open after writing9 are most likely multisession discs The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may ...

Page 241: ...layback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded the radio checks all files on the medium If the medium contains a lot of folders or files the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following Media CD RW media may take longer to load than CD R media Medium formats Multisession discs may take longer to ...

Page 242: ...9elapsed time9 priority mode Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and the radio will display song titles for each file Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds to return to 9elapsed time9 display Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette p...

Page 243: ...em VES t Guide UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE UCI IF EQUIPPED NOTE This section is for sales code RES and REQ REL RET radios only with UConnectt For sales code RER REN and REZ touch screen radio UCI feature refer to the separate RER REN or REZ User s Manual UCI is available only if equipped as an option with these radios This feature allows you to plug an iPodt into the vehicle s sound system throug...

Page 244: ... is ready for use by pressing radio switches as described below NOTE You may have to remove the connector pin protection cap from the 16 pin connector port prior to connect ing the cable If the iPodt battery is completely discharged it may not communicate with the UCI system until a mini mum charge is attained Leaving the iPodt connected to the UCI system may charge it to the required level Using ...

Page 245: ... by one click during the first two seconds of the track will jump to the previous track in the list Turning this button at any other time in the track will jump to the beginning of the current track Jump backward in the current track by pressing and holding the RW button Holding the RW button long enough will take you to the beginning of the current track Jump forward in the current track by press...

Page 246: ...ode and start playing the desired track when it is playing the track press the SCAN button again During Scan mode you can also press the SEEK and SEEK buttons to select the previous and next tracks RND button available on sales code RES radio only Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and Shuffle OFF modes for the iPodt If the RND icon is showing on the radio display then the shuffle mod...

Page 247: ...lists on the iPodt Preset 1 Playlists Preset 2 Artists Preset 3 Albums Preset 4 Genres Preset 5 Audiobooks Preset 6 Podcasts Pressing a PRESET button will display the current list on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line To Exit List mode without selecting a track press the same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode LIST button The LIST button will display the top l...

Page 248: ... to receiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio This service offers over 130 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios NOTE Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has limited coverage in Alaska System Activation...

Page 249: ...roll control knob until Sirius ID is selected Press the Tune Scroll control knob and the Sirius ID number will display The Sirius ID number display will time out in two minutes Press any button on the radio to exit this screen ESN SID Access With REN RER Radios While in SAT mode press the MENU button on the radio faceplate Next touch the SUBSCRIPTION tab on the touch screen All the ESNs that apply...

Page 250: ...upted due to one of the following reasons The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle Dense tree coverage may interrupt 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 Operating Instructions Satellite Mo...

Page 251: ...g the INFO button will display information about Artist Song Title and Composer if available Pressing the INFO button again will close the INFO screen RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows TUNE Control Rotary Turn the rotary Tune Scroll control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease...

Page 252: ...ill close the MUSIC TYPE screen Once closed seek up seek down and scan will no longer be based on your selection SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the following items Display Sirius ID number Press the AUDIO SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number This number is used to activate deactivate or change the Sirius subscription SET Button To Set the Pushbutton Memory Whe...

Page 253: ...ns Hands Free Phone If Equipped Refer to Hands Free Communication UConnectt in Section 3 Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System VEST If Equipped Refer to separate Video Entertainment System VESt Guide SIRIUS BACKSEAT TV IF EQUIPPED Satellite video uses direct satellite receiver broadcasting technology to provide streaming video coast to coast The subscription service provider is SIRIUS ...

Page 254: ...perating instructions REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center Pressing the top of the switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the switch will decrease the volume The b...

Page 255: ...he top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left ha...

Page 256: ... 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 your radio This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna This condition is not harmful to...

Page 257: ... 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 has been ru...

Page 258: ...eases 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 These...

Page 259: ...s 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 the floor out lets located under the instrument panel A small amount of air is di...

Page 260: ...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 Manual Temperature Control 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 261: ...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 tempera ture 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 will give you a...

Page 262: ...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 system uses an infrared sensor located in the overhead console to measure the tem perature of the driver and passengers Based on the sensor input the system will automatically control comfort by varying the temperature fan speed and m...

Page 263: ...r Programmable feature Refer to 9Overhead Console Customer Programmable Features9 in Section 3 The mode will also be shown in the display and will change as required during automatic operation NOTE The system can be put into recirculate mode without affecting ATC operation This will prevent out side air from entering the vehicle Use this mode to temporarily block out any outside odors smoke or dus...

Page 264: ...will not engage until the engine has been running for several seconds Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the com pressor cycles This is a normal occurrence since the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and improve fuel economy Recirculate Button Press this button to recirculate the air inside the vehicle Outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle U...

Page 265: ...hrough the floor and defroster outlets 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 Defrost Outside air is directed to the windshield th...

Page 266: ...floor console as described under the 9Rear Zone Climate Control 9 NOTE The front display will show CONTROL IN REAR REAR OFF This turns the rear system off The control will return to the front system display after approximately five seconds if no 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 ...

Page 267: ...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 Rear Outlets UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT ...

Page 268: ...rature Control The second row seat occupants have control of the rear temperature only when the front control unit is in the 9REAR CONTROL9 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 sure that ventilati...

Page 269: ...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 pressing th...

Page 270: ...st 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 obstr...

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Page 273: ...tomatic Transmission 278 Brake Transmission Interlock System 279 Gear Ranges 279 m Four Wheel Drive Operation 284 NV 140 Transfer Case Operating Information Precautions If Equipped 284 NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating Information Precautions If Equipped 285 Shifting Procedure NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case 288 m Driving On Slippery Surfaces 290 m Driving Through Water 290 Flowing R...

Page 274: ...t System BAS 300 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 302 Electronic Stability Program ESP 303 Trailer Sway Control TSC 306 ESP BAS Warning Light And ESP TCS Indicator Light 306 m Tire Safety Information 307 Tire Markings 307 Tire Identification Number TIN 311 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 312 m Tires General Information 316 Tire Pressure 316 Tire Inflation Pressures 317 Tire Pressures For High Speed O...

Page 275: ...ations 327 m Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 328 Base System If Equipped 330 Premium System If Equipped 332 General Information 335 m Fuel Requirements 335 Reformulated Gasoline 336 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 336 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 337 MMT In Gasoline 338 Materials Added To Fuel 338 Fuel System Cautions 338 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 340 m Flexible Fuel 4 7L Engine Only If Equippe...

Page 276: ...l Filler Cap Gas Cap Message 345 m Vehicle Loading 346 Certification Label 346 Curb Weight 348 Loading 348 m Trailer Towing 349 Common Towing Definitions 349 Trailer Hitch Classification 353 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 354 Trailer And Tongue Weight 354 Towing Requirements 355 Towing Tips 360 m Snowplow 362 m Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 362 2WD Models 362 4WD ...

Page 277: ...ior heat buildup may cause serious injury or death Continued WARNING Continued Be sure to turn off the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch if you want to rest or sleep in your car Accidents can be caused by inadvertently moving the shift lever Accidents can also be caused by pressing the accelerator pedal This may cause excessive heat in the ex haust system resulting in overheating ...

Page 278: ...ion switch to the LOCK position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the normal starting procedure Extremely Cold Weather below 220 F or 229 C To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures use of an externally powered electric engine block heater avail able from your authorized dealer is recommended If Engine Fails To Start WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body...

Page 279: ...ully If the engine fails to start after you have followed the Normal Starting or Extreme Cold Weather proce dures it may be flooded To clear any excess fuel push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it Then turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages The starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 seconds Once this occurs rel...

Page 280: ... cord is located 4 7L Engine at the front of the engine compartment near the radiator cap 5 7L Engine on the left side of the engine compart ment and rearward of the power distribution center WARNING Remember to disconnect the cord before driving Damage to the 110 115 volt electrical cord could cause electrocution AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow in...

Page 281: ... firmly on the brake pedal Brake Transmission Interlock System This system prevents you from moving the shift lever out of PARK and into any gear unless the brake pedal is pressed This system is active only while the ignition switch is in the ON position Always depress the brake pedal first before moving the gear selector out of PARK Gear Ranges NOTE After selecting any gear range wait a moment to...

Page 282: ...ge WARNING It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake peda...

Page 283: ...nding moderately steep grades To pre vent excessive engine speed do not exceed 45 mph 72 km h in this range 1 First For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at low speeds 25 mph 40 km h or less when going downhill To prevent excessive engine speed do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h in this range Overdrive Operation The automatic transmission contains an electronically controlled fourth and...

Page 284: ...e Indicator Light may illuminate and the transmission may downshift out of OVERDRIVE until the transmission cools down After cooldown the trans mission will resume normal operation The transmission will downshift from OVERDRIVE to DRIVE if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph 56 km h When To Use TOW HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas towing a tra...

Page 285: ...avier acceleration This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in high gear When the vehicle speed drops below a calibrated speed or during acceleration the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages The feature is operational in OVERDRIVE and in DRIVE NOTE The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm...

Page 286: ...will not cause damage to the transmission The torque converter will refill within five seconds of shifting from PARK into any other gear position FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION NV 140 Transfer Case Operating Information Precautions If Equipped The NV 140 is a single speed HI range only transfer case which provides convenient full time four wheel drive No driver interaction is required Proper operation...

Page 287: ...ar 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 together through the transfer case inter axl...

Page 288: ...ns on after engine start up or illuminates during driving it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required See your authorized dealer for service WARNING Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the SVC 4WD Warning Light is illuminated Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury NOTE Do n...

Page 289: ...o 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 position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case NEUTRAL position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and allows the vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position The parking brake sho...

Page 290: ... pulling power for loose or slippery road surfaces only Do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h N This range disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle Refer to Recreational Towing in this section Shifting Procedure NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case NOTE The 4x4 system will not allow shifts between 4WD 4WD LOCK if the rear wheels are ...

Page 291: ...o 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h 2 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL 3 While still rolling rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position 4 After the position indicator light has stopped flashing shift the transmission back into gear Alternate Shifting Procedure 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 With the key ON and the engine either OFF or running shift the transmission into NEUT...

Page 292: ...is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precau tions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy 2 Slow down if road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient d...

Page 293: ...ound you Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so CAUTION Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle Determine the condition of the road or the path t...

Page 294: ... cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s braking capabilities which increases stop ping distances Therefore after driving through st...

Page 295: ...ered normal and do not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steering pump may make noise for a short amount of time This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal and it does not in any way damage the steering system WARNING Continued operation with reduced power steering a...

Page 296: ...e to the proper indicated level With a clean cloth wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces For correct fluid type refer to Power Steering Reservoir under Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section MULTI DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM MDS 5 7L ENGINE ONLY This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions The system ...

Page 297: ...pplied You must be sure the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle When parking on a hill turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade The parking brake should be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle WARNING Always fully apply the parking brake when leav ing your vehicle or the vehicle may roll and cause damage ...

Page 298: ...ter to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer WARNING Significant over or under inflation of tires or mixing sizes of tires or wheels on the vehicle can lead to loss of braking effectiveness The ABS c...

Page 299: ...and tires or the traction afforded Continued WARNING Continued The ABS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydro planing Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the ...

Page 300: ...ransmission or locking out overdrive whenever pos sible Engines may idle at higher speeds during warm up which could cause rear wheels to spin and result in loss of vehicle control Be especially careful while driving on slippery roads in close quarter maneuver ing parking or stopping Do not drive too fast for road conditions especially when roads are wet or slushy A wedge of water can build up bet...

Page 301: ...ng on slippery 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 ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that af forded by the condition of the vehicle bra...

Page 302: ...ng wheel This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning This feature remains active even if TCS and ESP are in the Partial Off mode Refer to ESP Electronic Stability Program in this Section This brake pressure modula tion transfers drive torque from slipping to non slipping wheels to provide optimal forward traction Brake Assist System BAS The BAS is designed to...

Page 303: ...s deactivated WARNING BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The BAS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydro planing Only a safe attentive and ...

Page 304: ...ft occurring during severe or evasive driving maneuvers It cannot prevent wheel lift due to other factors such as road conditions leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles WARNING Many factors such as vehicle loading road condi tions and driving conditions influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur ERM cannot prevent all wheel lift or rollovers especially those that...

Page 305: ...he 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 TCS or ESP system becomes active It will also flash once a swaying ...

Page 306: ...hould be used for almost all driving situations ESP should only be turned to Partial Off for specific reasons as noted below This mode is entered by momentarily depressing the ESP OFF Control Switch When in Partial Off mode the engine management portion of ESP has been desensitized the thresh olds for ESP activation are raised and the ESP TCS Indicator Light will be illuminated This mode is intend...

Page 307: ...mode for ESP in 4WD LOW Whenever the vehicle is started in 4WD LOW or the transfer case if equipped is shifted from 4WD LOCK or NEUTRAL to 4WD LOW the ESP system will be in this mode In 4WD LOW ESP function is desensitized until the vehicle reaches a speed of 30 mph 48 km h At 30 mph 48 km h the normal ESP stability function returns and the ESP TCS Indicator Light turns off When the vehicle speed ...

Page 308: ...ly 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 cannot stop all trailers from swaying Al ways use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations For additional infor mation on towing a trailer with your vehicle refer to 9Trailer Towing9 in Sec...

Page 309: ...e the ignition is turned ON the ESP System will be ON even if it was turned off previously The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active This is normal the sounds will stop when ESP becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESP activation TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 1 U S DOT Safety Stan dards Code TIN 4 Maximum Load 2 Size Designation 5 Maxi...

Page 310: ... Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have the letter T molded ...

Page 311: ...e 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 9R9 means radial construction 9D9 means diagonal or bias construction 15 Rim diameter in inches in STARTING AND OPERATING 309 5 ...

Page 312: ...itions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL Extra load or reinforced tire Light Load Light load tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the maximum l...

Page 313: ...ies 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 two digits L9 Code representing the tire size two digits ABCD Code used by the tire manufacturer one to four digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means the 3rd week ...

Page 314: ... vehicle can carry 3 tire size designed for your vehicle 4 cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire ...

Page 315: ...e statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example i...

Page 316: ...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 the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs...

Page 317: ...STARTING AND OPERATING 315 5 ...

Page 318: ...eas are affected by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Underinflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in tire failure Overinflation 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 prob lems You could lose contr...

Page 319: ...e Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure 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 Supplemen...

Page 320: ... molded into the tire sidewall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 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 tempe...

Page 321: ...your tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious accident Don t drive a 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 six in case...

Page 322: ...heel is designed specifically for the compact spare DO NOT install more than one compact spare tire wheel on the vehicle at any given time CAUTION Because of the reduced ground clearance DO NOT take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the compact spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result Limited Use Spare If Equipped The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use on y...

Page 323: ...T spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously with out stopping when you are stuck For additional information refer to Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in Section 6 WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure some one DO NOT spin your vehicle s ...

Page 324: ...nt at this point Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven WARNING Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious inju...

Page 325: ... be found on the original equipment tire Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety handling and ride of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your original equipment or an autho rized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability WARNING DO NOT use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some c...

Page 326: ...s with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer readings Alignment And Balance Poor suspension alignment may result in Fast tire wear Uneven tire wear such as feathering and one sided wear Vehicle pull to right or left Tires may also cause the vehicle to pull to the left or right Alignment will not correct this condition See your authorized dealer for proper diagnosis...

Page 327: ...ollowing precautions Continued CAUTION Continued Because of limited chain clearance between tires and other suspension components it is important that only chains in good condition are used Bro ken chains can cause serious vehicle damage Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could suggest chain breakage Remove the damaged parts of the chain before further use Install chains as tightly ...

Page 328: ...not use tire chains on 4x4 trucks equipped with tires other than P245 70R17 tires There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body damage to your vehicle Do not use tire chains on the 4X2 front wheels of your vehicle There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body damage to your vehicle SNOW TIRES Snow tires should ...

Page 329: ...ates and tend to develop irregular wear pat terns These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to main tain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for...

Page 330: ...increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pressure TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning threshold for any reason including low temperature effects or natural pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the con...

Page 331: ...nflated to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure value CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equip ment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor d...

Page 332: ... if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire Base System If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Senso...

Page 333: ...ll repeat providing the system fault still exists The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp will turn off when the fault condition no longer exists A system fault can occur by any of the following scenarios 1 Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors 2 Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio...

Page 334: ... 10 minutes above 15 mph 25 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information Premium 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 part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the receiver module NOTE It is particularly important for you ...

Page 335: ...5 mph 25 km h to receive this information Check TPMS Message The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault is detected The system fault will also sound a chime The EVIC will display a CHECK TPM SYS TEM message for three seconds This text message is then followed by a graphic display with in place of the pressure value s ind...

Page 336: ...e for up to 10 min utes above 15 mph 25 km h the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid The EVIC will display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM mes sage for three seconds and then display dashes in place of the pressure value 4 For each subsequent ignition key cycle a chime will sound and the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on soli...

Page 337: ...L 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 use of premium gasoline is not recommended Under normal conditions the use of premium gasoline will not provide a benefit over high quality regular gasolines and in some circum stances may result in poorer...

Page 338: ...s performance and durability for your vehicle The manufacturer recom mends the use of gasoline that meets the WWFC speci fications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air q...

Page 339: ...line with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle s warranty If a Non FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E 85 fuel the engine will have some or all of these symptoms operate in a lean mode OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on poor engine performance poor cold start and cold drivability increased risk for fuel system component corrosion To fix a Non FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once ...

Page 340: ...t is even more important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline Materials Added To Fuel All gasolines sold in the United States are required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed unde...

Page 341: ...rature is high use a premium unleaded fuel to help prevent spark knock If spark knock per sists lighten the load or engine piston damage may result Continued CAUTION Continued The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended Many of these products contain high concentra tions of methanol Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the ...

Page 342: ...ir into the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnor mal conditions repaired promptly Until repaired drive with all side windows fully open Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the...

Page 343: ... of this manual for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline only powered ve hicles CAUTION Only vehicles with the E 85 fuel filler cap gas cap can operate on E 85 E 85 Fuel Cap E 85 Badge STARTING AND OPERATING 341 5 ...

Page 344: ...re of these two fuels For best results a refueling pattern that avoids alternat ing between E 85 and unleaded gasoline is recom mended When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that you do not add less than 5 gal 19 L when refueling you drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at least 5 miles 8 km Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard starting and or significant dete...

Page 345: ...mbient temperatures fall below 0 F 18 C In the range of 0 F 18 C to 32 F 0 C 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 CAUTION Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85 in your vehicle It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect drivability Cruising Range ...

Page 346: ...t hang tether strap over hook provided on inner fuel door CAUTION Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys tem 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...

Page 347: ...ueled 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 Gas 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 ...

Page 348: ...r emission control sys tem could result from using an improper fuel tank filler cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system VEHICLE 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 Certification Label 346 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 349: ...payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load weight a vehicle can carry including the weight of the driver all passengers options and cargo Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR 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...

Page 350: ... for operation The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer cial scale to ensure that the GVWR has not been ex ceeded 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 loa...

Page 351: ... in this manual concerning ve hicles used for trailer towing Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the ...

Page 352: ...f either rating is exceeded You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Trailer Tongue Weight TW The TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer In most cases it should not be less than 10 or more than 15 of the trailer load You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle Frontal Area The frontal area is the maximum height and maximum width of the fr...

Page 353: ...affic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability Trailer sway control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recommended for heavier tongue weights and may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration loading to comply with Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR requirements WARNING An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch may reduce ha...

Page 354: ...EXAMPLE Without Weight Distributing Hitch Incorrect EXAMPLE With Weight Distributing Hitch Correct 352 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 355: ...thorized dealer for package content The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Refer to Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings for the website address that contains the necessary information for your spe...

Page 356: ...onal 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 Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear ...

Page 357: ...n 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 Tire and Loading Information Placard under Tire Safety Information in Section 5 Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle drivetrain components the following guidelines are recommended CAUTION Avoid towing a trailer for ...

Page 358: ...uling cargo or towing a trailer do not over load your vehicle or trailer Overloading can cause a loss of control poor performance or damage to brakes axle engine transmission steering suspension chas sis structure or tires Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trail...

Page 359: ...es are essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle For proper tire inflation procedures refer to Tire Pressures under Tires General Information in Section 5 Also check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer For the proper inspection procedure refer to Tread Wear Indi...

Page 360: ...r trailers in excess of 2 000 lbs 907 kg CAUTION If the trailer weighs more than 1 000 lbs 454 kg loaded it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hy draulic brake lines It can overload your brake ...

Page 361: ... a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle s wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations 4 Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn STARTING ...

Page 362: ...e under heavy operating conditions will im prove performance and extend transmission life by re ducing 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 more than 45 minutes of continuous operation For transmission fluid change intervals refer to Maintenance Sched...

Page 363: ...eed control if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage until you can resume 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 in...

Page 364: ...of your vehicle This could adversely affect the functioning of the airbag system and you could be injured RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC 2WD Models Recreational towing of 2WD models is not allowable Towing the vehicle with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause severe transmission damage Removal of the driveshaft for towing is not recommended since this allows transmission fluid to leak o...

Page 365: ...rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing NOTE The NV 244 Generation II transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL for recreational towing The NEU TRAL selection button is located on the lower left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch Shifts into and out of transfer case NEUTRAL can take place with the selector switch in any mode position Shifting into NEUTRAL Use the following procedure t...

Page 366: ...smission into PARK 14 Attach vehicle to tow vehicle with tow bar NOTE Items 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met prior to depressing the NEUTRAL selection button and must continue to be met until the four seconds elapses and the shift has been completed If any of these requirements with the exception of Step 3 Key ON are not met prior to depressing the NEUTRAL button or are no longer met ...

Page 367: ... brake pedal 5 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL 6 Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object depress the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL button for one second 7 After the NEUTRAL indicator light turns off release the NEUTRAL button 8 After the NEUTRAL button has been released the transfer case will shift to the position identified by the selector switch 9 Shift the transmission into PA...

Page 368: ... 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 NOTE A flashing NEUTRAL position indicator light indicates that shift requirements have not been met CAUTION Do not use a bumper mounted clamp on tow bar on your vehicle The bumper face bar will be damaged Do not disconnect the ...

Page 369: ...tructions 369 Jack Location 369 Removing The Spare Tire 370 Tire Changing Procedure 371 m Jump Starting Procedures 377 m Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 379 m Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped 380 m Towing A Disabled Vehicle 381 Four Wheel Drive Vehicles 381 Two Wheel Drive Vehicles 381 6 ...

Page 370: ...azard warning 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 hazard warning flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the ha...

Page 371: ...se 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 tightly in ...

Page 372: ...le in the rear Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack the vehicle 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 Spare Tire Location Spare Tire Winch 370 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 373: ...edure WARNING Getting under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could 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 bu...

Page 374: ... of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Turn on the hazard warning flasher Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jack ing 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...

Page 375: ...n the vehicle when it is on a jack Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack Continued WARNING Continued Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic To assure that spare tires flat or inflated are securely stowed spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the groun...

Page 376: ...tube and the wheel wrench the tube extension 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 possible with the drive tubes extending to the rear Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench Front Jacking Location Left Rear Jacking Location 3...

Page 377: ... 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 nuts i...

Page 378: ...OTE Do not oil wheel studs For chrome wheels do not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts 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 f...

Page 379: ...e winch mechanism slip or click two times 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 flu...

Page 380: ...ne 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 ground connection and personal injury could result 5 Connect the other cable first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine of th...

Page 381: ...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 Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle FREEING A STUC...

Page 382: ...IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow hooks NOTE For off road recovery it is recommended to use both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle WARNING Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle Chains may break causing serious injury or death Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks Tow straps and chains may break causing seri...

Page 383: ... Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Provided that the transmission is operable tow with the transmission in NEUTRAL and the ignition key in the OFF position along 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 50 km h it must be...

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Page 385: ...ons Inspection And Maintenance Programs 388 m Replacement Parts 389 m Dealer Service 390 m Maintenance Procedures 390 Engine Oil 390 Engine Oil Filter 392 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 393 Maintenance Free Battery 393 Air Conditioner Maintenance 394 Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints 395 Body Lubrication 396 Windshield Wiper Blades 396 Windshield And Rear Window Washers 397 7 ...

Page 386: ...ibution Center 417 Underhood Fuses Integrated Power Module 420 m Vehicle Storage 423 m Replacement Light Bulbs 423 m Bulb Replacement 424 Headlights Parking Turn Signal 424 Tail Lights Turn Signals And Backup Lights Replacement 425 License Lights 427 Center High Mounted Stoplight 428 Fog Lights 429 m Fluids And Capacities 431 m Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 432 Engine 432 Chassis 433 384 MAI...

Page 387: ...ansmission Dipstick 8 Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Integrated Power Module 4 Engine Oil Fill 10 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 5 Brake Fluid Reservoir 11 Coolant Pressure Cap 6 Power Distribution Center 12 Air Cleaner Filter MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 7 ...

Page 388: ...ransmission Dipstick 8 Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 Engine Oil Fill 9 Integrated Power Module 4 Engine Oil Dipstick 10 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 5 Brake Fluid Reservoir 11 Coolant Pressure Cap 6 Power Distribution Center 12 Air Cleaner Filter 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 389: ...ing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL 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 performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occ...

Page 390: ...D II system is ready for testing Normally the OBD II system will be ready The OBD II system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test s...

Page 391: ...iced 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 II 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 II system is ready or not ready if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have you...

Page 392: ... vehicle to a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance However if a malfunction of these items does occur it could ad...

Page 393: ...ection 8 for recommended engine oil change intervals Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been cert...

Page 394: ...ements are met and the recom mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed Materials Added to Engine Oils The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad dition of any additives other than leak detection dyes to the engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Car...

Page 395: ...ection 8 for recommended engine air cleaner filter change intervals WARNING The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed Failure to do so can result in serious per...

Page 396: ...elated accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked positive and negative and identified on the battery case If a fast charger is used while battery is in vehicle disconnec...

Page 397: ... Use only manufacturer approved A C System Sealers Stop Leak Products Seal Conditioners Compres sor Oils and Refrigerants Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R 134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro carbon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorize...

Page 398: ...tch release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year preferably in the Fall and Spring Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPARt Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield should be cleaned periodically w...

Page 399: ... containers The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon liter of fluid when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates 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 Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly ...

Page 400: ...ic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage CAUTION Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involv ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor mance h...

Page 401: ...rs the vehicle should be stopped the engine shut off and the vehicle allowed to cool Thereafter service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifications should be ob tained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing t...

Page 402: ...tly spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser and radiator Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks With the engine at normal operating temperature but not running check the cooling system pressure cap for proper vacuum sealing by ...

Page 403: ...hould be replaced with the speci fied coolant as soon as possible Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use plain water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based coolan...

Page 404: ... lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated NOTE Mixing coolant types will decrease the life of the engine coolant and will require more frequent coolant...

Page 405: ...l 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 With...

Page 406: ...rfill 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 for leak...

Page 407: ...e cap With disc brakes fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced If the brake fluid level is abnormally low check system for leaks For correct fluid type refer to Brake Master Cylinder under Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section WARNING Use of brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or is unid...

Page 408: ...not be held comfortably be tween the fingertips To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly the following procedure must 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 shift lever momentarily in each gear position ending with the lever in PARK 5 Remo...

Page 409: ...e between the HOT upper reference holes when the transmission reaches 180 F 82 C Remember it is best to check the level at the normal operating temperature CAUTION Be aware that if the fluid temperature 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 di...

Page 410: ...o the transmission The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks In addition avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than ...

Page 411: ...ow the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for recom mended axle fluid change intervals NOTE The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and possible failure of differential components Operation of the vehicle in water as may be encountered in some off highway types of service will require draining and refilling the axle to avoid damage Rear Axle Rear Axle fluid levels shoul...

Page 412: ...on 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 dirt and moisture accumulation Stone and gravel impact Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air n...

Page 413: ...cals Special Care If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once a month It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges 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 th...

Page 414: ...ic cleaner Do not use scouring pads steel wool a bristle brush or metal polishes Only MOPARt cleaners are recommended Do not use oven cleaner Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels protective finish YES Essentialst Fabric Cleaning Procedure If Equipped YES Essentialst seats may be cleaned in the following manner Remove as much of the stain ...

Page 415: ...stery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and MOPARt Total Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents deter gents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maint...

Page 416: ...ray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care 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 abr...

Page 417: ... dangerous electrical system overload If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it suggests a problem in the circuit that must be corrected Interior Fuses The fuse block contains blade type mini fuses relays and circuit breakers for high current circuits It is located in the left kick panel It is accessible through a snap in cover Fuse Block Cover MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 7 ...

Page 418: ... Amp Clear Ignition Run Start Unlock F7 25 Amp Natural Radio Battery Feed F8 10 Amp Red Ignition Run Start for Cluster Transfer Case Seat Sw Back Lighting F9 10 Amp Red Satellite Digital Audio Receiver SDAR Digital Video Disc DVD Battery Feed F10 10 Amp Red Spare F11 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors F12 20 Amp Yellow Cluster Battery Feed F13 10 Amp Red Ignition Run HVAC Module Heated Rear Glass EBL Relay...

Page 419: ...on F19 10 Amp Red Spare Fuse F20 15 Amp Blue Heating Air Condition ing w ATC Only Battery Feed F21 25 Amp Natural Amplifier Battery Feed Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center Your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distri bution center located in the left side of the engine compartment 1 Power Distribution Center MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 7 ...

Page 420: ... ity 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 Cav ity Cartridge Fuse Relay Mini Fuse Description 6 30 Amp Pink Run Remote Relay Feed 7 40 Amp Green Blower Motor Relay Feed 8 40 Amp Green JB Feed Acc Delay 9 Spare 10 30 Amp Pink ASD 11 40 Amp Green Power Liftgate If Equ...

Page 421: ...ler NGC 20 25 Amp Clear 115V Power Inverter 21 20 Amp Yellow ABS Batt Cav ity Cartridge Fuse Relay Mini Fuse Description 22 20 Amp Yellow Next Generation Con troller NGC Batt 23 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow 24 15 Amp Blue A C Clutch 25 15 Amp Blue Stop Lamp Switch 26 Spare 27 20 Amp Yellow Run Start Relay Feed 28 Spare 29 Relay Run Start 30 Relay Run Remote 31 Spare MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 7 ...

Page 422: ...lay 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 Underhood Fuses Integrated Power Module 1 Integrated Power Module 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 423: ...use 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 Cav ity Cartridge Fuse Relay Mini Fuse Description 8 10 Amp Red Lt Park Lamps 9 10 Amp Red Trailer Tow Park Lamps 10 10 Amp Red Rt Park Lamps 11 Relay Radiator Fan Hi Rly 12 20 Amp Yellow Front Cont...

Page 424: ...ront 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 Cav ity Cartridge Fuse Relay Mini Fuse Description 24 Relay Radiator Fan Lo Rly 25 Relay Ft Fog Lamps Rly 26 Relay Adjustable Pedal Rly 27 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw IOD 1 28 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw IOD 2 29 Spare 30 Spare 422 MAINTAINING Y...

Page 425: ...n the 4HI mode and kept in this position to minimize the battery drain As an alternative to the above steps you may discon nect the negative cable from the battery REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb No Dome Light Not Serviceable Liftgate Lamp 567 Overhead Console Lights Not Serviceable Reading Light Not Serviceable Visor Vanity Lights Not Serviceable LIGHT BULBS Exterior Bulb No Hea...

Page 426: ... hood must be opened to access bolts 2 Remove one nut that attaches the headlight to the inner fender panel Access to the nut is possible by opening the fender panel access door which is located in the wheel liner 3 Grasp the headlight and pull firmly to disengage the headlight from the fender panel 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 427: ...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 replace 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 Tail Lights ...

Page 428: ...2 Rotate the light to the outboard side of the vehicle and remove 3 Unlock and remove electrical connector 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 429: ...ets counterclockwise to remove from housing 5 Remove the bulbs from the bulb sockets by pulling the bulb straight out License Lights 1 Push tab towards the light and remove light assembly MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 7 ...

Page 430: ...2 Rotate the socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise 3 Pull bulb from socket Center High Mounted Stoplight 1 Remove two screws securing stoplight housing assem bly to the liftgate 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 431: ...kwise and free from hous ing 3 Pull bulb straight from socket to remove Fog Lights To replace the left foglamp bulb 1 Remove the three wheel liner screws 1 Wheel Liner Screws 2 Far Left Air Dam Screw MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 7 ...

Page 432: ...disengage from the light 5 Remove the bulb from the socket and replace The right fog light can be accessed from below the vehicle Follow the previous Steps 4 and 5 of the left fog light 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 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICL...

Page 433: ...e SAE 5W 20 API Certified 7 Quarts 6 6 Liters Cooling System Includes 2 1 Quarts 2 Liters for Cool ant Bottle 4 7L Engine MOPARt Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 14 2 Quarts 13 5 Liters 5 7L Engine MOPARt Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 16 6 Quarts 15 8 Liters NOTE All fluid capacities are approximate MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 7 ...

Page 434: ...il filler cap for correct SAE grade NOTE Vehicles equipped with a 5 7L engine must use SAE 5W 20 oil Failure to do so may result in improper operation of the Multi Displacement System MDS Engine Oil Filter MOPARt Engine Oil Filter P N 5281090 or equivalent Spark Plugs 4 7L Engine Upper Bank FR8TE2 Gap 0 039 in 99 mm Lower Bank FR8T1332 Gap 0 051 in 1 30 mm Spark Plugs 5 7L Engine REC14MCC4 Gap 0 0...

Page 435: ... 90 Multipurpose Type GL 5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent Rear Axle SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent Brake Master Cylinder MOPARt 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 MOPARt ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 7 ...

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Page 437: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emissions Control System Maintenance 436 m Maintenance Schedule 436 Required Maintenance Intervals 438 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 438: ...dividual using any automotive part that has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance On Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC equipped vehicles Oil Change Required will be dis played in the EV...

Page 439: ...other than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under OIL CHANGE REQUIRED If Equipped under System Status EVIC Displays in Section 3 or under Odometer Trip Odom eter under Instrument Cluster Description in Section 4 At Each Stop for Fuel Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while ...

Page 440: ...damage to the vehicle Required Maintenance Intervals NOTE Vehicles built with the 4 7L engine are equipped with 16 spark plugs one set is located on the top of the engine under the coils and the second set is located on the side of the engine The spark plugs located under the coils are a standard plug and must be changed every 30 000 miles 50 000 km The spark plugs located on the side of the engin...

Page 441: ... Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer MAINTENANCE SC...

Page 442: ...the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 30 000 Miles 50 000 km or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engi...

Page 443: ... Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 48 000 Miles 80 000 km or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner ...

Page 444: ...ter Replace the top row of spark plugs on 4 7L engines Replace the spark plugs on 5 7L engines Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Inspect the transfer case fluid Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following polic...

Page 445: ... any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect the front and rear axle fluid change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals replace if neces...

Page 446: ...or 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N...

Page 447: ...ter Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 96 000 Miles 160 000 km or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV j...

Page 448: ...Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle fluid change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dea...

Page 449: ...he CV joints Inspect the transfer case fluid Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals replace if necessary Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter Replace accessory drive belt s Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Deale...

Page 450: ...NG 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 mechanic 448 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 451: ...ts 451 m If You Need Assistance 451 Chrysler LLC Customer Center 452 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 452 In Mexico Contact 452 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 453 Service Contract 453 m Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 454 m MOPARt Parts 454 m Reporting Safety Defects 454 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 454 In Canada 455 9 ...

Page 452: ...m Publication Order Forms 455 m Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 456 Treadwear 457 Traction Grades 457 Temperature Grades 458 450 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 453: ... the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized 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 appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you...

Page 454: ...ation to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage Chrysler LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontari...

Page 455: ...in three weeks of the vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about the service contract call the manufacturer s Service Contract National Customer Hot line 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 purchase...

Page 456: ... MOPART PARTS Mopart fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized dealer They will help keep the vehicle operating at its best REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ...

Page 457: ...d Recalls 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard American Express and Discover orders are ac cepted If you prefer mailing your payment please call for an order form NOTE A street address is required when ordering manuals no P O Boxes Service Manuals These com...

Page 458: ...and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler LLC vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and main tenance procedures as well as specifications capabili ties and safety tips Call toll free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the Worldwide Web at www techauthority com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire g...

Page 459: ...o variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road charac teristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor mance WA...

Page 460: ...ad to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repre sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overload...

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Page 462: ... Panic 24 Alarm Security Alarm 19 206 Alignment and Balance 324 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antenna Satellite Radio 248 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 401 431 Disposal 403 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 296 299 Anti Lock Warning Light 206 Anti Theft System 19 206 Appearance Care 410 Arming Theft System Security Alarm 19 Assistance Towing 101 Auto Unlock Doors 170 Automatic Dimming Mirror 84 87 Auto...

Page 463: ...Electronic 299 Brake Fluid 433 Brake System 405 Anti Lock ABS 296 299 Fluid Check 405 Master Cylinder 405 Parking 294 Warning Light 206 210 Brake Transmission Interlock 279 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 74 Bulb Replacement 424 Bulbs Light 423 Calibration Compass 174 Camera Rear 163 Capacities Fluid 431 Caps Filler Fuel 344 Oil Engine 391 Power Steering 294 Radiator Coolant Pressure 402 Car ...

Page 464: ...mate Control Rear Zone 259 265 Clock 216 218 221 231 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 253 Compact Spare Tire 319 Compass Calibration 174 Compass Variance 174 Connector UCI 241 Universal Consumer Interface UCI 241 Console Floor 189 192 Console Overhead 165 166 Contract Service 453 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 385 386 402 Cooling System 400 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 401 Coolant Capacity 431 Coolant ...

Page 465: ...cks Automatic Transmission 406 Oil Engine 390 Power Steering 294 Disarming Theft System 19 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 403 Door Locks 30 Door Locks Automatic 170 Door Opener Garage 176 Drive Shaft Universal Joints 395 Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 290 DVD Player Video Entertainment System 252 E 85 Fuel 340 Electric Remote Mirrors 85 Electrical Power Outlets 185 El...

Page 466: ... 388 436 Engine Air Cleaner 393 Block Heater 278 Break In Recommendations 74 Compartment 385 386 Coolant Antifreeze 432 Exhaust Gas Caution 40 75 340 Fails to Start 276 Flooded Starting 276 Fuel Requirements 431 Jump Starting 377 Multi Displacement 294 Oil 390 431 432 Oil Filler Cap 385 386 391 Oil Selection 391 431 Oil Synthetic 392 Starting 275 Temperature Gauge 204 Entry System Illuminated 20 E...

Page 467: ...ing 276 Floor Console 189 192 Fluid Brake 405 433 Fluid Capacities 431 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 406 Brake 405 Engine Oil 390 Power Steering 294 Transfer Case 408 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 432 Fog Lights 147 429 Folding Rear Seat 127 131 Four Wheel Drive 284 Operation 284 Four Way Hazard Flasher 368 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 379 Front Axle Differential 409 Fuel 335 Filler C...

Page 468: ... 207 209 Speedometer 206 Tachometer 207 Gear Ranges 279 General Information 18 115 335 Glass Cleaning 414 Gross Axle Weight Rating 347 350 Gross Cargo Weight 346 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 349 GVWR 347 Hands Free Phone UConnect 88 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 290 Hazard Warning Flasher 368 Headlights 424 Cleaning 413 Delay 144 High Beam 149 High Beam Low Beam Se...

Page 469: ... Restraint 65 66 Inflation Pressure Tires 325 Information Center 167 Information Center Vehicle 167 Inside Rearview Mirror 84 Instrument Cluster 204 Instrument Panel and Controls 202 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 414 Integrated Power Module Fuses 420 Interior Appearance Care 413 Interior Fuses 415 Interior Lighting 144 Interior Lights 144 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 150 Introduction 4 Invert...

Page 470: ...ning 210 Bulb Replacement 423 424 Center Mounted Stop 428 Courtesy Reading 165 Cruise 215 Daytime Running 146 Dome 166 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator 212 303 Fog 147 209 429 Hazard Warning Flasher 368 High Beam 149 High Beam Low Beam Select 149 Instrument Cluster 204 Interior 144 165 License 427 Lights On Reminder 146 Low Fuel 204 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 212 Passing 149 Read...

Page 471: ...on Body 396 Lug Nuts 375 Luggage Carrier 197 Lumbar Support 121 Maintenance Free Battery 393 Maintenance Procedures 390 Maintenance Schedule 436 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 212 388 Manual Service 455 Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection 433 Map Reading Lights 165 166 Memory Seat 136 Mirrors 84 Automatic Dimming 84 87 Electric Powered 85 Heated 87 Memory 136 Outside 85 Rearview 84 V...

Page 472: ...k 390 Disposal 392 Filter 392 432 Filter Disposal 392 Identification Logo 391 Materials Added to 392 Recommendation 391 431 Synthetic 392 Viscosity 391 431 Onboard Diagnostic System 387 388 Opener Garage Door HomeLinkt 176 Operator Manual Owner s Manual 5 Outside Rearview Mirrors 85 Overdrive 207 281 Overdrive OFF Switch 281 Overhead Console 165 166 Overheating Engine 205 Owner s Manual Operator M...

Page 473: ...roof 183 Windows 34 Power Steering Fluid 433 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 53 Preparation for Jacking 372 Pretensioners Seat Belts 51 Programmable Electronic Features 170 Programming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 25 Radial Ply Tires 319 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 400 402 Radio Operation 254 Radio Satellite 246 251 Rear Axle Differential 409 Rear Camera 163 Rear Cup Holder 192 Rear Liftg...

Page 474: ...acement Tires 323 Reporting Safety Defects 454 Resetting Oil Change Indicator 169 208 Restraints Child 65 70 Restraints Occupant 40 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck 379 Roll Over Warning 4 Roof Type Carrier 197 Rotation Tires 327 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 76 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 77 Safety Defects Reporting 454 Safety Exhaust Gas 40 Safety Information Tire 307 Safety Tips 75 Satellite Radio 2...

Page 475: ...5 Sentry Key Programming 17 Sentry Key Replacement 17 Service and Maintenance 390 Service Assistance 451 Service Contract 453 Service Manuals 455 Setting the Clock 216 217 218 221 231 Settings Personal 170 Shifting Automatic Transmission 278 Transfer Case 284 Transfer Case Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral N 363 Transfer Case Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 365 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchor...

Page 476: ...k Freeing 379 Sun Roof 183 Supplemental Tire Pressure Information 325 Synthetic Engine Oil 392 System Remote Starting 28 Tachometer 207 Taillights 425 Temperature Control Automatic ATC 260 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 204 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 68 Theft System Arming 19 Theft System Disarming 19 Tilt Steering Column 152 Tire and Loading Information Placard 312 325 Tire Identification Nu...

Page 477: ... Rotation 327 Safety 307 316 Sizes 309 Snow Tires 326 Spare Tire 370 Spinning 321 Tread Wear Indicators 321 Wheel Mounting 371 Wheel Nut Torque 375 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 354 Torque Converter Clutch 283 Tow Hooks Emergency 380 Towing 349 24 Hour Towing Assistance 101 Disabled Vehicle 381 Guide 354 Recreational 362 Weight 354 Towing Assistance 101 Traction 290 Traction Control 209 300 Trailer...

Page 478: ...r HomeLinkt 176 Transmitter Programming Remote Keyless Entry 25 Tread Wear Indicators 321 Trip Odometer 209 Trip Odometer Reset Button 216 Turn Signals 148 204 425 UCI Connector 241 UConnect Hands Free Phone 88 Underhood Fuses 417 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 456 Universal Consumer Interface UCI Connector 241 Universal Transmitter 176 Vanity Mirrors 88 Variance Compass 174 Vehicle Identification Nu...

Page 479: ...eight Load Carrying 346 Wheel Alignment and Balance 324 Wheel and Wheel Trim 412 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 412 Wheel Changing 369 Wheel Mounting 371 Wheel Nut Torque 375 Wind Buffeting 184 Window Fogging 267 Windows 34 Power 34 Windshield Defroster 257 263 Windshield Washers 150 151 397 Fluid 150 385 386 397 Windshield Wiper Blades 396 Windshield Wipers 150 Wiper Blade Replacement 396 Wiper Rear 1...

Page 480: ...nnection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shi...

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