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Headlights and Parking Lights

Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent
for parking lights and instrument panel lights. Turn to
the second detent for headlight operation.

To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
rotate the center portion of the multifunction lever up or
down.

NOTE:

If the driver’s door is left open, and the head-

lights or parking lights are left on, a chime will sound.

Lights-On Reminder

If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is turned OFF, a chime will sound when the driver’s door
is opened.

Instrument Panel Dimmer

Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme
bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights
and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a
door is opened.

Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the
brightness of the instrument panel lights when the park-
ing lights or headlights are on.

Headlight Switch

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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Summary of Contents for Cruiser PT 2010

Page 1: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 221 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 291 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 351 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 371 10 INDEX 381 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

Page 4: ...TE After you read the manual it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained tech nicians and genuine MOPAR威 parts and cares about your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the...

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

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

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Page 9: ...l Lock If Equipped 14 To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel 14 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock 14 Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System If Equipped 14 䡵 Sentry Key威 If Equipped 15 Replacement Keys 16 Sentry Key威 Programming 16 General Information 17 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm If Equipped 18 To Set The Alarm 18 To Disarm The Alarm 19 Security System Manual Override 19 2 ...

Page 10: ...Manual Door Locks 27 Power Door Locks 28 Child Protection Door Lock System If Equipped 30 䡵 Power Windows 31 Auto Down Feature 32 Rear Window Switches 32 Wind Buffeting 33 䡵 Liftgate 33 䡵 Occupant Restraints 34 Lap Shoulder Belts 36 Lap Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure 42 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Seat Belt Anchorage 42 Automatic Locking Retractors ALR Mode If Equipped 43 Seat Belt Pretensi...

Page 11: ...atures 47 Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls 52 Event Data Recorder EDR 61 Child Restraints 63 Transporting Pets 71 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 71 䡵 Safety Tips 72 Transporting Passengers 72 Exhaust Gas 73 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 74 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 75 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ...

Page 12: ...r authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place Ignition Key Removal Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the shift lever knob pushbutton has returned to the outward position Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position push the key and cylinder inward rotate the key to the LOCK position and remove the key Three Button Vehicle Key 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING Y...

Page 13: ...e 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 key in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves Alway...

Page 14: ...irection and the key is not in the ignition switch the steering wheel will lock To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel With the engine running turn the steering wheel upside down turn off the engine and remove the key Turn the steering wheel slightly in either direction until the lock engages To Release the Steering Wheel Lock Insert the key in the ignition switch and start the engine If the key is d...

Page 15: ...s immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check Afterwards if the bulb remains on this indicates a problem with the electronics If the bulb begins to flash after the bulb check this indicates that an invalid key has been used to start the vehicle Both of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds of running Keep in mind that an unprogrammed ke...

Page 16: ...must be per formed at an authorized dealer This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics A blank key is one which has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to the authorized dealer Sentry Key姞 Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keys威 you can program new Sentry Keys威 to the system by p...

Page 17: ...er will also be programmed during this procedure Repeat this proce dure to program up to a total of eight keys If you do not have a programmed Sentry Key威 contact your autho rized dealer for details NOTE If a programmed key is lost see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys tems memory This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle The remaining keys must ...

Page 18: ...red the alarm is deactivated after the alarm has been on for three minutes the alarm will shut off immediately To Set the Alarm 1 Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle 2 Lock the door using either the power door lock switch or the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter and close all doors 3 The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for 16 se...

Page 19: ...ill disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm An invalid key will trigger the alarm Tamper Alert If the horn sounds three times when you unlock a front door using the RKE transmitter the alarm has been activated Check the vehicle for tampering Security System Manual Override The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger Door Lock Plunger 2 THINGS TO KNOW ...

Page 20: ...only the driver s door or twice to unlock all the doors and liftgate When the UNLOCK button is pressed the illuminated entry will initiate and the parking lights will flash on twice The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Und...

Page 21: ...ou 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 LOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm 5 If the desired programming was not achieved or to reactivate this feature repeat the above steps To Lock the Doors and Liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit ter to lock all door...

Page 22: ...le the UNLOCK button is pressed after four seconds press the LOCK button Release both buttons 3 Test the Flash Lights with Lock feature while out side of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition in the LOCK position and the key removed NOTE Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm Opening ...

Page 23: ...hicle is shipped from the assembly plant with two RKE transmitters programmed only for that vehicle A total of eight RKE transmitters can be programmed to your vehicle through the use of a currently programmed RKE transmitter NOTE If vehicle is equipped with the optional EVIC in the instrument cluster the RKE transmitters may also be programmed through the EVIC display Use the following procedure ...

Page 24: ...done so within 60 seconds of when the chime was heard 9 Using the RKE transmitter to be programmed press and release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simultaneously 10 A single chime will be heard 11 Within four seconds of hearing the chime press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter 12 A single chime will be heard 13 Repeat steps 8 through 10 to program up to six additional RKE tra...

Page 25: ...y responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 A weak battery in the transmitter The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios Transmit...

Page 26: ... elastomer seal during removal 2 Remove and replace the battery Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbing alcohol 3 To reassemble the RKE transmitter case snap the two halves together NOTE If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw reinstall and tighten the screw until snug Separating RKE Transmitter...

Page 27: ...while you drive when you park and when leaving the vehicle When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock and lock your vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe per sonal injuries and death CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key f...

Page 28: ...mission is in gear 3 All doors are closed 4 The vehicle speed is above 15 mph 24 km h 5 The doors were not previously locked using the power door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter The Auto Lock feature can be enabled or disabled refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instrument Panel f...

Page 29: ...o Unlock feature is enabled 2 The shift lever was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph 0 km h 3 The shift lever is in NEUTRAL or PARK 4 The driver door is opened 5 The doors were not previously unlocked 6 The vehicle speed is 0 mph 0 km h The Auto Unlock feature can be enabled or disabled Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped Personal Settings Customer Programm...

Page 30: ...th local laws Child Protection Door Lock System If Equipped To provide a safer environment for children riding in a rear seat the rear doors have the Child Protection Door Lock system To use the system open each rear door and move the control up to engage When the system on a door is engaged that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle even if the inside door lock is in the unlock...

Page 31: ...WS The power window switches are located on the instru ment panel above the radio The top left switch controls the left front window and the top right switch controls the right front window The lower left switch controls the left rear window and the lower right switch controls the right rear window The window lock switch is located between the window switches that allows you to disable the rear wi...

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

Page 33: ...he front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting LIFTGATE The liftgate can be unlocked by pressing twice on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter button or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors To open the unlocked liftgate squeeze the liftgate release t...

Page 34: ...th 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 Three point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions Advanced Front Airbags for driver and front passen ger Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains SABIC that span the fr...

Page 35: ...CHildren LATCH NOTE The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation based on severity and type of collision Please pay close attention to the information in this section It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can...

Page 36: ...he belt to move freely with you under normal conditions But in a collision the belt will lock and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area ...

Page 37: ...ted together can crash into one another in an accident hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat next to your arm Grasp the latch plate and pull out t...

Page 38: ...nger ous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision You are m...

Page 39: ...tion pull up on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Removing Slack From Belt 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 ...

Page 40: ... and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt WARNING A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly The lap portion could ride too high on your body possibly causing internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well In a sudden stop you could move too far forward...

Page 41: ...hat the rear seatback is fully latched If the rear seatback is properly latched and the rear center lap shoulder belt still cannot be pulled out the Automatic Locking Retractor ALR system may be activated To reset this feature you must let all of the belt webbing return into the retractor You will not be able to pull out more webbing until all of the webbing has been returned back into the retract...

Page 42: ...lded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate 4 Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing Adjustable Upper Shoulder Seat Belt Anchorage In the front seat the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck Push up or down on the anchorage button to release the anchorage and move it up or down to the position t...

Page 43: ...er belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted 3 Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode How to Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt from the buckle and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Autom...

Page 44: ...t belts Once the warning is triggered BeltAlert威 will continue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for 96 seconds or until the driver s and or front passenger s seat belt is buckled BeltAlert威 will be reactivated if the driver s and or front passenger s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h The front passenger seat in your ve...

Page 45: ...adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage if equipped is in its lowest position your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough When it is not required remove the ex tender and store it WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use when the seat bel...

Page 46: ...uipped with Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a win dow If the vehicle is equipped with SABIC airbags they are located above the side windows and their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during airbag deployment Airbag System Components The ...

Page 47: ... of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC which may receive information from the impact sensors at the front of the car The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires airbag deployment The timing of the second stage determines whether the output force is low medium or high If a low output is sufficient to meet the need the remaining gas ...

Page 48: ...the knee bolster such as alarm lights stereos citizen band radios etc Supplemental Side Seat Airbags If Equipped Supplemental side seat airbags provide enhanced protec tion and work together with supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to help protect an occupant during a side impact When the bag deploys it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat s trim cover Each bag depl...

Page 49: ...may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during airbag deployment The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy the SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag occu pant protection WARNING If your vehicle is equipped with left and right Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain SABIC do not stack luggage or other cargo up high ...

Page 50: ...ld restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag An airbag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly refer to Child Restraints should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt positioning booster seats Older children who do not use child re...

Page 51: ... contact the Customer Center Phone numbers are provided under If You Need Assistance for further information WARNING Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly In some collisions the airbags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags Being too close to the steering wh...

Page 52: ... reduce the risk of injury in rear side or rollover collisions The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontal collisions including some that may produce substantial vehicle damage for example some pole collisions truck underrides and angle offset collisions On the other hand depending on the type and location of impact Advanced Front Airbags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle fro...

Page 53: ... will turn off The PAD indicator light will function normally Refer to Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the Airbag Warning Light either momentarily or continuously A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial startup It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru ment cluster Air...

Page 54: ...restrain the driver and front passenger The driver front airbag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of the airbag The passenger front airbag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of the airbag In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light The Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light an amber ligh...

Page 55: ...in front of an airbag A deploying passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to a child in a rear facing infant seat Passenger Airbag Disable PAD System Front Passenger Indicator Light Airbag Status Adult OFF ON Child ON OFF Grocery Bags Heavy Briefcases and Other Rela tively Light Objects ON OFF Empty or Very Small Objects OFF OFF Since the system senses weight some small objects will tur...

Page 56: ...take the vehicle to an authorized dealer The Airbag Warning Light is turned on whenever there is a fault that can affect the operation of the airbag system If there is a fault present in the PAD Indicator Light the Airbag Warning Light remains illuminated to show that the passenger airbag is turned off until the fault is cleared If an object is lodged under the seat and interferes with operation o...

Page 57: ...quantity of non toxic gas The inflating side airbag exits through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door The side airbags fully inflate in about 10 milliseconds The side airbag moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side airbag inflates This especially app...

Page 58: ...cts impact sensors aid the ORC in determining appropriate response to impact events Ad ditional sensors in the ORC determine the level of airbag deployment and provide verification Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment if the communication network remains intact and the power remains intact depending on the nature of the event the ORC will determine ...

Page 59: ...es The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the non toxic gas used for airbag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garmen...

Page 60: ...o tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system Continued WARNING Continued Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad vanced airbag system The airbag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modi fications are made Take your vehicle to an autho rized dealer for any advanced airbag system ser vice If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be...

Page 61: ...tly check the fuse block for blown fuses Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper airbag fuses See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good Event Data Recorder EDR In the event of an accident your vehicle is designed to record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param eters see list below in an event data recorder prior to the moment of airbag deplo...

Page 62: ...on of the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle usually the vehicle owner or lessee before accessing the electronic data stored unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction i e pursuant to a warrant A copy of the data will be provided to the custodial entity upon request General data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorporatio...

Page 63: ...ll children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years and younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a projectile insi...

Page 64: ...dating the installation of a car bed used for carrying newborn babies at the right front passenger seat position If a car bed must be used to transport a newborn baby the car bed must be installed in the second seating row only The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs 9 kg Convertible child seats can be used either r...

Page 65: ... should use a Belt Positioning Booster Seat The child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt NOTE For additional information refer to www seatcheck org or call 1 866 SEATCHECK Cana dian residents should refer to Transport Canada s web site for additional information http www tc gc ca roadsafety safedrivers childsafety index htm WARNING Improper installation can lead to f...

Page 66: ... Mode which are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap shoulder belt will tighten the belt The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight however any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull i...

Page 67: ... the buckle Then pull on the belt until it is fully extended from the retractor Allow the belt to return into the retractor pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint Follow the instructions of the child restraint manufacture NOTE To reset this feature you must let all of the belt webbing return into the retractor You will not be able to pull out more webbi...

Page 68: ...at belt at the center position If your child restraints are not LATCH compatible you can only in stall the child restraints using the vehicle s seat belts Please refer to Installing the Child Restraint System for typical installation instructions Child restraint systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available Child restraints having tether straps and hooks ...

Page 69: ...t is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are no...

Page 70: ...d downward into the seat Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we have described here Again carefully follow the instruc tions that come with the child restraint system NOTE If your child restraint seat is not LATCH compatible install the restraint using the vehicle seat belts WARNING An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the...

Page 71: ... back Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine and ...

Page 72: ...irst few thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not inter preted as an indication of difficulty SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ous...

Page 73: ... windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is da...

Page 74: ...lt or retractor condition replace the belt Airbag Warning Light The light should come on and remain on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light is not lit during starting see your authorized dealer If the light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an autho rized dealer Defroster Check operation by selecting ...

Page 75: ...ghts Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid o...

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Page 77: ... 82 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 83 Sun Visor Sliding Feature 83 䡵 uconnect phone If Equipped 84 Operation 86 Phone Call Features 94 uconnect phone Features 96 Advanced Phone Connectivity 101 Things You Should Know About Your uconnect phone 103 General Information 112 䡵 Voice Recognition VR System If Equipped 112 Voice Recognition VR System Operation 112 Commands 113 3 ...

Page 78: ...Rear Seat 124 Tumbling Rear Seat 126 Rear Seat Removal 128 䡵 Emergency Seatback Release 130 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 132 䡵 Lights 133 Multifunction Lever 133 Headlights And Parking Lights 134 Lights On Reminder 134 Instrument Panel Dimmer 134 High Low Beam Switch 135 Flash To Pass 135 Front Fog Lights If Equipped 136 Turn Signals 136 Lane Change Assist 137 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 13...

Page 79: ...e 144 To Set a Desired Speed 145 To Deactivate 145 To Resume Speed 145 To Vary The Speed Setting 145 To Accelerate For Passing 146 Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills 146 䡵 Garage Door Opener If Equipped 147 Programming HomeLink威 148 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 151 Security 152 Troubleshooting Tips 152 General Information 152 䡵 Power Sunroof If Equipped 153 Express Open Feature 154 Wind...

Page 80: ...ts 160 䡵 Console Features 160 䡵 Rear Shelf Panel If Equipped 161 Position 1 Top 162 Position 2 Middle 162 Position 3 Floor 163 Position 4 Vertical 164 Position 5 Table 164 䡵 Rear Window Features 166 Rear Window Wiper Washer 166 Rear Window Defroster 167 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 81: ...moving the small control under 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 windshield Outside Mirror Driver Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Adjusting Rearview Mirror 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR V...

Page 82: ...icle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in this convex mirror Power Mirrors If Equipped The power mirror switch is located to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel To adjust the view in the outside mirrors turn the rotary knob to the L Left O Center or R Right position After selecting the mirror move the knob in the same dir...

Page 83: ...is enabled The passenger vanity mirror will become inoperable if left on for more than 10 minutes Sun Visor Sliding Feature The sun visors are designed to slide outward along the support shaft to provide extended coverage of the wind shield and door glass 1 Rotate the sun visor downward 2 Pull the visor forward to remove if from the swivel clip 3 Slide the visor outwards along the shaft to the des...

Page 84: ...com uconnect www dodge com uconnect www jeep com uconnect or call 1 877 855 8400 Uconnect Phone allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system s microphone for private conversation The Uconnect Phone is driven through your Bluetooth威 Hands Free Profile cellular phone Uconnect features Bluetooth威 technolog...

Page 85: ...system Voice Recognition Button Actual button location may vary with the ra dio The individual buttons are described in the Operation section The Uconnect Phone can be used with any Hands Free Profile certified Bluetooth威 cellular phone See the Uconnect website for supported phones If your cellu lar phone supports a different profile e g Headset Profile you may not be able to use any Uconnect Phon...

Page 86: ...id Setup Phone Pairing For each feature explanation in this section only the combined form of the voice command is given You can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command when you are asked for it For example you can use the combined form voice com mand Phonebook New Entry or you can break the combined form command into two voice commands Phonebook and New Entry Please re...

Page 87: ...hone Owner s Manual The Uconnect website may also provide detailed instruc tions for pairing The following are general phone to Uconnect Phone pairing instructions Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Phone Pairing When prompted after the beep say Pair a Phone and follow the audible prompts You will be asked to say a four digit Personal Identi fication ...

Page 88: ...ity cellular phone at any time refer to Advanced Phone Connectivity in this section Dial by Saying a Number Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Dial The system will prompt you to say the number you want to call For example you can say 234 567 8901 The Uconnect Phone will confirm the phone number and then dial The number will appear in the display of certain ...

Page 89: ...th or Robert instead of Bob When prompted enter the number designation e g Home Work Mobile or Pager This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry if desired When prompted recite the phone number for the phonebook entry that you are adding After you are finished adding an entry into the phone book you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current e...

Page 90: ...ample after you start the vehicle A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down loaded and updated every time a phone is connected to the Uconnect Phone Depending on the maximum number of entries down loaded there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used Until then if avail able the previous downloaded phonebook is available for use Only the phonebook of the currently...

Page 91: ...send phonebook entries if they are already connected to any system via Bluetooth威 and you may see a message on the phone display that the Bluetooth威 link is busy In this case the user must first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth威 connection to the Uconnect Phone and then send the address book entry via Bluetooth威 Please see your phone Owner s Manual for specific instructions on how to drop the Blue...

Page 92: ...er using the Phonebook Edit feature Delete Uconnect Phonebook Entry NOTE Editing phonebook entries is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Delete After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete You can either say the name of a phonebook e...

Page 93: ...e is deleted Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited List All Names in the Uconnect Phonebook Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook List Names The Uconnect Phone will play the names of all the phonebook entries including the downloaded phone book entries if available To call one of the names in the list press the button dur...

Page 94: ...indicating that the incoming call was rejected Answer or Reject an Incoming Call Call Currently in Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another incoming call you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your cellular phone Press the button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call NOTE The Uconnect Phone compatible...

Page 95: ... hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call Three Way Calling To initiate three way calling press the button while a call is in progress and make a second phone call as described under Making a Second Call While Current Call is in Progress After the second call has established press and hold the button until you hear a double beep indicating that the...

Page 96: ...condition dictates cessation of the call on the Uconnect Phone and transfer of the call to the cellular phone After the ignition key is switched to OFF a call can continue on the Uconnect Phone for a certain dura tion after which the call is automatically transferred from the Uconnect Phone to the cellular phone An active call is automatically transferred to the cellu lar phone after the ignition ...

Page 97: ...Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Emergency and the Uconnect Phone will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num ber This feature is supported in the U S Canada and Mexico NOTE The emergency number 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 app...

Page 98: ...14 3454 for Mexico City and 1 800 712 3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico Please refer to the 24 Hour Towing Assistance coverage details on the DVD in the Warranty Information Booklet and the 24 Hour Towing Assistance references If supported this number may be programmable on some systems To do this press the button and say Setup followed by Towing Assistance Paging To learn how to page refer t...

Page 99: ... 4 6 you can press the button and say 3 7 4 6 Send Saying a number or sequence of numbers followed by Send is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu structure and to leave a number on a pager You can also send stored Uconnect phonebook entries as tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager entries To use this feature dial the number you wish to ...

Page 100: ...en the choice to change it Phone and Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and or on a premium display such as the instrument panel cluster and supported by your cellular phone the Uconnect Phone will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network status when you are attempting to make a phone call using Uconnect Phone The status is given for roaming network signal stre...

Page 101: ...der to un mute the Uconnect Phone Press the button Following the beep say Mute off Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The Uconnect Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans ferred from your cellular phone to the Uconnect Phone without terminating the call To transfer an ongoing call from your Uconnect Phone paired cellular phone to the Uconnect Phone or vice versa pr...

Page 102: ...ec tions for an alternate way to select or delete a paired phone Select Another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone paired with the Uconnect Phone Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Select Phone and follow the prompts You can also press the button at any time while the list is being played and then choose the...

Page 103: ...ng For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect Phone Voice Training feature may be used To enter this training mode follow one of the two following proce dures From outside the Uconnect Phone mode e g from radio mode Press and hold the button for five seconds until the session begins or Press the button and say the Setup Voice Trainin...

Page 104: ...son sitting a few feet meters away from you Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period Performance is maximized under low to medium blower setting low to medium vehicle speed low road noise smooth road surface fully closed windows dry weather condition Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English French and Spanish ac cents...

Page 105: ...ro Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported In a convertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Phone Far End Audio Performance Audio quality is maximized under low to medium blower setting low to medium vehicle speed low road noise smooth road surface fully cl...

Page 106: ...tible top down Bluetooth威 Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone When this happens the connec tion can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off on Your cellular phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth威 ON mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the ON or ACC position or after a language change you must ...

Page 107: ...3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 ...

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Page 110: ...ive 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 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 111: ...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 Uconnect Tutorial try again voice training work yes 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 ...

Page 112: ...your AM FM radio satellite radio disc player and a memo recorder NOTE Take care to speak into the Voice Interface System as calmly and normally as possible The ability of the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local l...

Page 113: ...f you are in the disc menu and you are listening to FM radio you can speak commands from the disc menu or from the FM radio menu When using this system you should speak clearly and at a normal speaking volume The 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 ...

Page 114: ...mode Memo to switch to the memo recorder System Setup to switch to system setup Radio AM or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave If Equipped To switch to the AM band say AM or Radio AM 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 Main M...

Page 115: ... a channel Radio Menu to switch to the radio menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu Disc To switch to the disc mode say Disc In this mode you may say the following commands Track to change the track Next Track to play the next track Previous Track to play the previous track 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 follo...

Page 116: ...mo Previous to play the previous memo Delete to delete a memo Delete All to delete all memos System Setup To switch to system setup say Setup In this mode you may say the following commands Language German Language Dutch Language Italian Language English Language French Language Spanish Tutorial Voice Training NOTE Keep in mind that you have to press the button first and wait for the beep before s...

Page 117: ...the vehicle is parked 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 SEATS Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle They need to be used properly for safe operation of the vehicle WARNING DO NOT allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that ...

Page 118: ...oving is dangerous The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured U...

Page 119: ...ilt the seat This seat also has a manual recline lever located just to the rear of the power seat switch To recline lean forward slightly before lifting the lever then lean back to the desired position and release the lever Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position Power Seat Switch Recliner Control Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ...

Page 120: ...ause 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 CAUTION DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path Manual Lumbar If Equipped The lumbar ad...

Page 121: ...ed on the outboard side of the seat Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event of a rear impact Adjust the height of a head restraint to a position that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear To raise a head restraint pull Lumbar Adjust Handle Folding Seat Control Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ...

Page 122: ...or Off heat settings Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use Two indicator lights will illuminate for High one for Low and none for Off Press the switch once to select High level heat ing Press the switch a second time to select Low level heating Press the switch a third time to shut Off the heating elements If High level heating is selected the system automatically...

Page 123: ...e ex haustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Continued WARNING Continued Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious...

Page 124: ...he release button is pressed or the emergency release handle is pulled Do not allow passengers to ride in a rear seat if the seatback latch is not engaged WARNING Do not ride in any of the rear seating positions when one or more of the seat latches is not engaged Riding with the seat latches disengaged could result in serious or fatal injury It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside...

Page 125: ...r belt still does not operate properly check and see if the Automatic Locking Retractor ALR system is activated WARNING The rear center lap shoulder belt is equipped with a lockout feature to ensure that the seatback is in the fully upright and locked position when occupied If the rear seatback is not fully upright and locked and the rear center lap shoulder belt can be pulled out of the retractor...

Page 126: ...ulled forward the two seats will make contact during the tumbling motion and cause damage to the rear seat material After the rear seat is tumbled forward and secured the front seat can then be repositioned to the preferred position 1 Push and hold the button on the seatback and fold down the rear seatback 2 Pull the release handle located on the outboard side of the seat Lift up the seat and tumb...

Page 127: ...rim panel to hold the seat in place To return the rear seat to its upright latched position rotate the seat cushion rearward to latch the seat Then lift the seatback to its upright latched position Tumbling Seat Release Strap Tumbling Seat Tether 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 ...

Page 128: ...not engaged WARNING Do not ride in any of the rear seating positions when one or more of the seat latches is not engaged Riding with the seat latches disengaged could result in serious or fatal injury NOTE The tumbling seat tether should be clipped onto the elastic strap provided on the base of the seat cushion before returning the seat to its normal position Rear Seat Removal The rear seats can b...

Page 129: ... from the floor attachments 4 Using the handle on the seat the seat assembly can now be lifted and removed from the vehicle NOTE Small rollers on the bottom of the folded seat and a handle at the top allow the seat to be easily moved when removed from the vehicle Tumbling Seat Release Strap Release Lever Location 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 ...

Page 130: ...in position 1 Top or position 2 Middle either by climbing into the liftgate from outside or through the inside of the vehicle Always close the liftgate when your vehicle is unattended Once in the liftgate area young chil dren may not be able to escape even if they entered through the rear seat If trapped in the liftgate children can die from suffocation or heat stroke As a security measure a Seatb...

Page 131: ...back can be pushed forward to gain access into the interior of the vehicle NOTE Make sure that the elastic loop is around the emergency release handle at all times If the handle is pulled downward entirely through the elastic loop the handle will not return to its original position and the seatback may not operate properly Emergency Seatback Release 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131...

Page 132: ...fety latch located under the front edge of the hood slightly to the right of center and raise the hood Use the hood prop rod clipped to the driver s side of the engine compartment to secure the hood in the open position Place the hood prop at the location stamped into the inner hood surface Hood Release Lever Safety Latch 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 133: ...hicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the parking lights headlights headlight beam selection passing light fog lights instrument panel light dimming and turn signals The multifunction l...

Page 134: ...left on a chime will sound Lights On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned OFF a chime will sound when the driver s door is opened Instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened Rotate the center p...

Page 135: ...hting High Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beams Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beams Flash to Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer ing wheel This will turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released Dimmer Control ...

Page 136: ...NOTE The fog lights will only operate with the parking lights or the headlights on low beam Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights Fog Light Operation 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 137: ...d the turn signal right or left will flash three times then automatically turn off Daytime Running Lights If Equipped The high beam headlights will turn on as Daytime Running Lights DRL and operate at lower intensity whenever the ignition is ON the engine is running the headlight switch is off the parking brake is released and the shift lever is in any position except PARK NOTE The Daytime Running...

Page 138: ...e leaving the vehicle These lights will automati cally shut off 10 minutes after the ignition is OFF Further use of the lights without starting the vehicle will pro vide 90 seconds of activity prior to automatic shut off WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper washer control lever is located on the right side of the steering column The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch loca...

Page 139: ...I position for high speed wiper operation NOTE The wipers will automatically return to the park position if you turn OFF the ignition switch while they are operating The wipers will resume operation when you turn the ignition switch back to the ON position Windshield Wiper Washer Lever Front Wiper Control 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 ...

Page 140: ...le is restarted Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the park position If the windshield wiper control is turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the park position damage to the wiper motor may occur Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause betwee...

Page 141: ... lever toward you and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the delay range the wipers will operate in low speed for two or three wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the OFF position the wipers will operate for tw...

Page 142: ...ng column is placed in the AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned OFF if they were turned ON by this feature The Headlights with Wipers feature can be turned on or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC if equipped Refer to Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understanding You...

Page 143: ...RNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve hicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death Tilt Steering Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1...

Page 144: ...een designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated simultaneously If this occurs the Electronic Speed Con trol System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed To Activate Push the ON OFF button The CRUISE indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate To turn the system off push the ON OFF butt...

Page 145: ...Speed Control will only operate in 3rd and 4th gear To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pulling the Electronic Speed Control lever toward CANCEL or normal brake or clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle will deacti vate Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set speed memory Pressing the ON OFF button or turning off the ignition switch erases the set speed memory To Resume Speed T...

Page 146: ...ses To Accelerate for Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return to the set speed Using Electronic Speed Control on Hills NOTE The Electronic Speed Control system maintains speed up and down hills A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal Vehicles equipped with four speed automatic transaxles may experience a downshift to 3rd ge...

Page 147: ...ippery GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink威 replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink威 unit operates off your vehicle s battery The HomeLink威 buttons that are located in the headliner or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink威 channels NOTE HomeLink威 is di...

Page 148: ... your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death Programming HomeLink姞 Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink威 buttons erase all channels before you begin training To do this press and hold the two outside buttons for up to 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the h...

Page 149: ... 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Programming section After training a HomeLink威 channel if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink威 and the ga rage door opener was manufactured after 1995 the garage door opener may have a rolling code If so proceed to Step 5 Programming A Rolling Code System 4 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink威 button and observe the indicator l...

Page 150: ...ammed HomeLink威 button twice holding the button for two seconds each time If the device is plugged in and activates programming is complete If the device does not activate press the button a third time for two seconds to complete the training If you have any problems or require assistance please call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for information or assistance To p...

Page 151: ...eLink威 Step 2 and follow all remaining steps Gate Operator Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of trans mission which may not be long enough for HomeLink威 to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner It may be helpful to ...

Page 152: ...abled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威 here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original transmitter Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener to complete the training for a Rolling Code Did you unplug the device for training and remember to plug it back in If you have any problems or ...

Page 153: ...he certification registration num ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located in the reading lamp Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position press and hold the switch rearward to fully open the sunroof The sunroof can be stopped at any position between closed and full open Momentarily pressing the swit...

Page 154: ...witch in the forward position Again any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open condition until the switch is pushed forward again The sunshade can be opened manually It will also open as the sunroof opens The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open WARNING Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch Occupants pa...

Page 155: ...certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to c...

Page 156: ...nd element must be used Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts If the 160 Watt 13 Amp power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced There is one optional power outlet located in the right rear cargo area NOTE The rear power outlet will not accept a cigar lighter unit as it is intended only for accessory items Both the front and rear powe...

Page 157: ...nes etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will discharge the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of th...

Page 158: ...e center console provides a sliding armrest with two storage compartments under the lid Push the upper button on the front of the armrest to raise the upper cover Sliding Armrest Upper Storage Button 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 159: ...lar phone and other miscellaneous items Push the lower button on the front of the armrest and raise the armrest for access to the lower storage bin Upper Storage Bin Lower Storage Button 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 ...

Page 160: ...vable coin holder 12 Volt power outlet and a front storage tray There are three additional cupholders one is molded in the center of the console to hold large cups and the others are in the rear of the console to serve passengers in the rear seat The floor console power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit if equipped with an optional Smoker s Package Lower Storage Bin 160 UN...

Page 161: ...icle 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 REAR SHELF PANEL IF EQUIPPED The Rear Shelf Panel attaches to guides in the rear cargo area The rear shelf panel may be installed in one of five different positions NOTE The liftgate may be opened or closed with the rear cargo shel...

Page 162: ...Do not load objects on the shelf in position 1 top In an accident objects could strike occupants causing serious or fatal injury Position 2 Middle Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the middle guides and slide forward Press down on the back of the shelf panel to lock it into place Rear Shelf Panel Position 1 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 163: ...se resulting in personal injury Position 3 Floor Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the bottom guides and slide forward NOTE To carry items that may soil the carpeting the rear shelf panel may be inverted in position 2 or position 3 Rear Shelf Panel Position 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 ...

Page 164: ... objects in the cargo area with the seatbacks folded down In an accident objects could strike the seatbacks or occu pants causing serious or fatal injury Position 5 Table With the liftgate open the rear shelf panel can be moved rearward to act as a serving counter 1 Align the front corners of the shelf panels with the lock position on the backside of the top rear guides Press down on the shelf pan...

Page 165: ...scuff plate WARNING Do not load objects over 100 lbs 45 kg in position 5 table Failure to follow this warning could cause the shelf to collapse resulting in personal injury Rear Shelf Leg Release Knob Rear Shelf Panel Position 5 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 ...

Page 166: ...r The washer pump will continue to operate as long as the lever or ring is engaged Upon release the wipers will cycle three times before returning to the set position If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned to the LOCK position the wiper will automatically return to the Park position When the vehicle is restarted the wiper will resume function at whichever position the switch is...

Page 167: ...ts the rear wiper blade from returning to the park position If the rear wiper control is turned off and the blade cannot return to the park position dam age to the rear wiper motor may occur Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located on the climate control panel Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors if equipped An indicator in ...

Page 168: ...urface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abra sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Keep all objects a safe distance from the window 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 169: ...75 䡵 Compass Mini Trip Computer CMTC If Equipped 186 Compass Mini Trip Computer Reset Button 187 Compass Temperature Display 187 Odometer Display 189 Trip Odometer ODO 190 䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped 190 EVIC Functions 192 To Reset The Display 192 Compass Temperature Audio 193 Average Fuel Economy 193 Distance To Empty DTE 193 Elapsed Time 194 4 ...

Page 170: ...rating Instructions CD Mode 204 Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode 205 Operating Instructions uconnect phone If Equipped 207 Operating Instructions uconnect studios Satellite Radio If Equipped 207 䡵 uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio If Equipped 207 System Activation 207 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 208 Selecting uconnect Multimedia Satellite Mode In REF And RA...

Page 171: ...ek 210 Satellite Antenna 210 Reception Quality 210 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 211 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 211 䡵 Climate Controls 212 Climate Control Operation 212 Operating Tips 217 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 ...

Page 172: ... Vent 5 Glove Compartment 9 Storage Cubby 2 Instrument Cluster 6 Power Windows 10 Lower Switch Bank 3 Analog Clock 7 Radio 11 Side Mirror Control 4 Assist Handle 8 Climate Controls If Equipped 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 173: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASE 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 ...

Page 174: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 175: ... satisfactorily The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera ture when driving in hot weather up mountain grades or when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air cond...

Page 176: ...ing the red area ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage 6 Shift Lever Indicator The Shift Lever Indicator is self contained within the instrument cluster It displays the gear position of the automatic transmission NOTE You must apply the brakes before shifting from PARK 7 Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light If Equipped Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked mo...

Page 177: ...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 178: ... mileage Refer to Trip Odometer button for additional information NOTE U S Federal regulations require that upon trans fer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the pur chaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced the repair technician should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the repair or service If s he cann...

Page 179: ... If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged the words gASCAP will display in the odometer display area If this occurs tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer reset button to turn off the message If the problem continues the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started A loose improperly installed or ...

Page 180: ...inate the MIL after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system It also could affect fuel economy and drivability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic converte...

Page 181: ...it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY See an autho rized dealer If jump starting is required refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies 13 Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated 14 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator Light Traction C...

Page 182: ...felt during each stop The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system A leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level The light will remain on until the cause is corrected NOTE The l...

Page 183: ...ke is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 16 Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON this light will turn on for five to eight seconds as a bulb check During the bulb check if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb check or when driving if the driver s seat belt remains unbuckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illu...

Page 184: ... is disarmed 20 Front Fog Light Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on 21 Anti Lock Brake ABS Light This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System ABS The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving it indicates that the Anti ...

Page 185: ...d ON If the light is not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as possible Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information 24 High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that the high beam head lights are on Push the multifunction lever forward to switch the headlights to high...

Page 186: ...I TRIP COMPUTER CMTC IF EQUIPPED NOTE The compass on your vehicle is self calibrating eliminating the need to manually calibrate the compass The Compass Mini Trip Computer features a driver interactive display displays information on outside tem perature compass direction and trip information The display is located on the lower left part of the cluster below the fuel and engine temperature gauge N...

Page 187: ... F Temperature Fahrenheit or Celsius AVG Average Fuel Economy US or Metric DTE Distance to Empty ET Elapsed Time NOTE Temperature and Average Fuel Economy can be changed from U S or Metric by pressing and holding the left secondary pushbutton Compass Temperature Display Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North To ensure compass accu racy the c...

Page 188: ...ESET button until the current variance zone number is displayed To change the zone press and release the RESET button to incre ment the variance one step Repeat as necessary until the desired variance is achieved NOTE Zone 8 is the factory default During program ming the Zone Number will wrap around from Zone 15 to 1 Please refer to the Compass Variance Zone Map in the following section Electronic...

Page 189: ...compass To manually calibrate the compass 1 Start the engine and leave the transmission shift lever in the PARK position 2 Press and hold approximately 10 seconds the Compass Temperature RESET button until the current variance zone number is displayed 3 Release the RESET button then press and hold again approximately 10 seconds until the direction is dis played with the CAL indicator on continuous...

Page 190: ...rip B Press and hold the right button while the odometer trip odometer is displayed to reset Trip A Shows the total distance traveled for trip A since the last reset Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for trip B since the last reset ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED NOTE The compass on your vehicle is self calibrating eliminating the need to manually calibrate the compas...

Page 191: ...isplay When the appropriate conditions exist the EVIC displays the following messages Turn Signal On with a continuous warning chime Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime RKE Battery Low with a single chime Personal Settings Not A...

Page 192: ...ton until one of the following func tions are displayed on the EVIC Compass Temperature Audio Average Fuel Economy Distance To Empty DTE Elapsed Time Tire Pressure Monitor TPM Personal Settings To Reset the Display Pressing and holding the EVIC button once will clear the resettable function currently being displayed Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being EVIC Button 192 ...

Page 193: ...or two seconds Then the history information will be erased and the averaging will continue from where it was before the reset Distance To Empty DTE Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy according to the current fuel tank level This is not resett...

Page 194: ...ompass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North To compensate for the differences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven per the zone map Once properly set the compass will automatically compensate for the differences and provide the most accurate compass head ing To Set the Variance Follow this procedure to set the Varian...

Page 195: ...r to Starting And Operating Tire Pressure Moni toring System TPMS for system operation Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features This allows the driver to set and recall features when the shift lever is in PARK automatic transmission or the vehicle is stopped manual transmission Press and release the EVIC button until Personal Set tings is displayed in the EVIC Use the EVIC button to displa...

Page 196: ...er s Door 1st is selected only the driver s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter UNLOCK button A second press is required to unlock the remaining locked doors When Remote Unlock All Doors is selected all doors will unlock at the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until Driver s Door 1st or ...

Page 197: ...s feature Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until OFF 45 sec 5 min or 10 min appears to make your selection Turn Headlights on with Remote Key Unlock When this feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked using the RKE transmitter Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until OFF 30 sec 60 sec or 90 se...

Page 198: ...nd an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings bridges underground cables railroad tracks etc Keep all magnetic objects such as laptop computers iPod s cell phones and PDA s anything with a bat tery away from the compass sensor which is located in the top of the instrument panel These devices can interfere with compass accuracy and performance Manual Compass Calibration If th...

Page 199: ...es screen to exit the EVIC Customer Programmable features and return it to its normal oper ating mode 5 Drive the vehicle slowly under 5 mph 8 km h completing one or more circles in an area free from large metal or metallic objects until the CAL indicator turns off The compass will now function normally SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument panel pres...

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

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

Page 202: ...atellite if equipped frequencies TUNE Control Radio Mode Turn the rotary TUNE control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency AM FM Button Radio Mode Press the button to select AM or FM modes Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones Press the ro...

Page 203: ...d press and release that button If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but ton the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SE...

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

Page 205: ...st forward until FF is released The RW Rewind button works in a similar manner Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the tracks Release the FF button to stop the fast forward feature If the RW button is pressed the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing RND SET Button Random Play Button CD Mode Press this button while the CD is playing to activate...

Page 206: ...is turned on and the radio was previously in the AUX mode SEEK Button Auxiliary Mode No function MUTE Button Auxiliary Mode Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers MUTE will display Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return Rotating the volume control or turning the ignition OFF ON will also return the sound from the speakers SCAN Button Au...

Page 207: ...ceiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio This service offers over 100 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios System Activation To activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service call the toll free number 888 539 7474 ...

Page 208: ...isplayed The radio will exit the ESN SID mode when any other button is pushed the ignition is turned OFF or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed ESN SID Access With RAQ Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds All twelve ESN SID num bers will be displayed The radio will exit the ESN SID ...

Page 209: ...every 7 seconds The radio will pause on each channel for 7 seconds before moving on to the next channel The word SCAN will appear in the display between each channel change Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search NOTE Channels that may contain objectionable content can be blocked Contact Sirius Customer Care at 888 539 7474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblock ing Plea...

Page 210: ...pe selected Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance Larger luggage items should be placed as far forward as possible Do not place items directly on or above the antenna The luggage rack if equipped should also not be positioned direc...

Page 211: ...e difficulty in playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or have 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...

Page 212: ...rigerant that does not deplete the ozone layer in the upper atmosphere The controls are as follows Fan Control Use the Fan control to regulate the amount of air forced through the sys tem in any mode you select The fan speed increases as you move the con trol to the right from the off position NOTE For vehicles equipped with Remote Start the climate controls will not function during Remote Start o...

Page 213: ...e panel and floor outlets 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 Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets and side window demist outlets with a small amount through the defrost outlet Mix Air is directed through the floor defr...

Page 214: ...e fogged and your visibility will be greatly diminished See your authorized dealer as soon as possible Air Outlets The airflow from each of the instrument panel outlets can be adjusted for direction and turned on or off to control airflow NOTE For maximum airflow to the rear seat passen gers the center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that the left center outlet is directed toward the righ...

Page 215: ...itioning A lamp will illuminate when the air conditioning system is engaged NOTE The air conditioning compressor will not engage until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds MAX A C To quickly cool the vehicle interior follow the steps listed below 1 Set the Temperature Control to Max Cool 2 Set the Mode Control to Panel or Bi Level 3 Press the Recirculation button and the A C button 4 A...

Page 216: ...y upon initial startup in very hot or humid weather NOTE Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur Extended use of this mode is not recommended In cold or damp weather the use of the Recirculation mode will cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle For defogging select the Outside Air position NOTE R...

Page 217: ...Operating Tips Operating Tips 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 ...

Page 218: ...ts clean the inside window surfaces The cause of undue fogging may be dirt collect ing on the inside surface of the glass NOTE In cold weather the use of the recirculate position will cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle For maximum defogging use the Outside Air position Summer Operation Vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant ...

Page 219: ...blower air will heat faster in cold weather if you use only a low blower speed for the first few minutes of vehicle operation Side Window Demisters A side window demister outlet is at each end of the instrument panel These nonadjustable outlets direct air toward the side windows when the system is in either the Floor Mix or Defrost mode The air is directed at the area of the windows through which ...

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Page 221: ... C 225 If The Engine Fails To Start 225 After Starting 226 䡵 Automatic Transaxle 226 Key Ignition Park Interlock 227 Brake Transmission Interlock System 227 Four Speed Automatic Transaxle 228 Gear Ranges 229 䡵 AutoStick威 If Equipped 231 Operation 232 General Information 232 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 233 Acceleration 233 Traction 234 5 ...

Page 222: ...trol System If Equipped 244 䡵 Tire Safety Information 245 Tire Markings 245 Tire Identification Number TIN 249 Tire Terminology And Definitions 250 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 252 䡵 Tires General Information 257 Tire Pressure 257 䡵 Tire Chains 264 䡵 Snow Tires 265 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 265 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 266 Base System 268 䡵 Fuel Requirements 271 2 4L Engine 2...

Page 223: ...se Fuel Filler Cap Message 277 䡵 Vehicle Loading 277 Vehicle Certification Label 277 䡵 Trailer Towing 279 Common Towing Definitions 279 Towing Tips 289 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 290 Automatic Transaxle 290 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 223 ...

Page 224: ...fore you can start the engine Apply the brakes and press the shift lever knob button before shifting to any driving gear NOTE You must press the brake pedal before shifting out of PARK Normal Starting Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal Simply turn the ignition switch to the START position and release when the engine starts I...

Page 225: ...reliable starting at these temperatures use of an externally powered electric engine block heater avail able from your authorized dealer is recommended If The Engine Fails To Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the Normal Starting procedure it may be flooded Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there Crank the engine for no more than 15 seconds Thi...

Page 226: ...ARK 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 move the shift lever into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal You must step on the brake pedal and press...

Page 227: ...gnition Park Inter lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK prior to rotating the key to the LOCK position The key can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the LOCK position and once removed the shift lever is locked in PARK Brake Transmission Interlock System This system prevents you from moving the shift lever out of PARK and into any gear unless the brake pe...

Page 228: ...sion temperature has risen to a suitable level The electronically controlled transaxle provides a precise shift schedule The transaxle electronics are self calibrating therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a few shift cycles RESET Mode The transaxle is monitored electronically for abnormal conditio...

Page 229: ...on The engine can be started in this range Never use PARK while the vehicle is in motion Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range Always apply the parking brake first and then move the shift lever into the PARK position WARNING Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is r...

Page 230: ...the ignition from LOCK to ON so the steering wheel and shift lever are released Otherwise dam age to the steering column or shift lever could result REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro longed periods with engine running Engine may be started in this ra...

Page 231: ... transaxle life by reduc ing excessive shifting and heat build up Use third gear when descending steep grades to prevent brake system distress LOW 1st This range should be used for maximum engine braking when descending steep grades In this range up shifts will occur only to prevent engine over speed while down shifts from second to first gear will occur as early as possible AUTOSTICK姞 IF EQUIPPED...

Page 232: ...ll display while operating the vehicle at higher engine revolutions per minute RPM You can move the shift lever in or out of the AutoStick威 mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal If you choose the OVERDRIVE mode the transaxle will operate automatically shifting between the four available gears When you wish to engage AutoStick威 simply move the shift lever to the AutoSt...

Page 233: ...trol Transaxle shifting will be more noticeable when AutoStick威 is engaged If the system detects powertrain overheating the transaxle will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off If the system detects a problem it will disable the AutoStick威 mode and the transaxle will return to the automatic mode until the problem is corrected DRIVING ON SLIPPERY ...

Page 234: ...use partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precautions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy 2 Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep the tires properly inflated 5 Maintain enough distance between your vehicle...

Page 235: ...ou 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 that is...

Page 236: ...t and 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 throu...

Page 237: ... steering system Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steer ing 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 assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others Service should ...

Page 238: ...level reading Do not overfill Use only manufacturer s recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level With a clean cloth wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle make sure that the parking brake is fully applied A...

Page 239: ...e the vehicle This light only shows that the parking brake is ap plied It does not show the degree of brake application When parking on a hill it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade Apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK otherwise the load on the transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult...

Page 240: ...before driving failure to do so can lead to brake failure and an accident Continued WARNING Continued Always fully apply the parking brake when leav ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or injury Also be certain to leave the transaxle in PARK Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury CAUTION If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking brake re...

Page 241: ...ill be evident by increased pedal travel during application and greater pedal force required to slow or stop In addition if the malfunction is caused by an internal leak as the brake fluid in the master cylinder drops the Brake Warning Light will illuminate WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger ous A significant decrease in braking performance or vehicle stability during brak...

Page 242: ...iver can prevent accidents Continued WARNING Continued The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner that could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others The ABS Telltale Light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds...

Page 243: ...7 mph 11 km h ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions ABS inducing conditions can in clude ice snow gravel bumps railroad tracks loose debris or panic stops You also may experience the following when the brake system goes into anti lock The ABS motor running it may continue to run for a short time after the stop A clicking sound of solenoid valves Brake pedal puls...

Page 244: ...ont wheels by engaging the brake on the wheel that is losing traction When this occurs the TCS Indicator Light located above the instrument cluster odometer will flash The system oper ates at speeds below 35 mph 56 km h A pushbutton at the center of the instrument panel below the radio turns the Traction Control System ON or OFF The system is always in the ON mode unless The TCS OFF switch has bee...

Page 245: ... normal condition The system will remain disabled for about four minutes until the brakes have cooled The system will automatically reactivate and turn off the TCS Indicator Light If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud ice or snow turn the Traction Control System off before attempting to rock the vehicle free TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 1 U S DOT Safety Stan dards Code TIN 4 Maximum Load 2...

Page 246: ...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 i...

Page 247: ... tire based on U S design standards T Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R means radial construction D means diagonal or bias construction 15 Rim diameter in inches in 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 ...

Page 248: ...ions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ 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...

Page 249: ...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 250: ...ntains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less 90 de grees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle...

Page 251: ...pants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Recommended Inflation Pres sure Vehicle man...

Page 252: ...mains Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg plus the rated cargo load Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on a individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar 252 STA...

Page 253: ...or the front rear and spare tires Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the Vehicle Loading section of this manual Tire and...

Page 254: ...never exceed the weight referenced here Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg 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 lbs or XXX kg 4 The r...

Page 255: ...his reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities 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 For the ...

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Page 257: ...sure Safety Economy and Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Over inflated or under inflated tires...

Page 258: ...es to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition These pressure con ditions will be found in the Supplemental Tire Pressure In...

Page 259: ...d 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 temperature...

Page 260: ...ve a serious accident Do not 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 Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctur...

Page 261: ...l tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel 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 Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ic...

Page 262: ... stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 in 2 mm When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicato...

Page 263: ...ovide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed Refer to the paragraph on Tread Wear Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard for the size designation of your...

Page 264: ...eel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Continued WARNING Continued Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can r...

Page 265: ... speeds over 75 mph 120 km h TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates 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 aggr...

Page 266: ... been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for information on how to properly inflate the vehicle s tires The tire pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven this i...

Page 267: ... measured tire pressure is 28 psi 193 kPa a temperature drop to 20 F 7 C will decrease the tire pressure to approximately 24 psi 165 kPa This tire pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn ON the TPMS Telltale Light Driving the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately 28 psi 193 kPa but the TPMS Telltale Light will still be ON In this situation the TPMS Telltale Light will tu...

Page 268: ...dling and stopping ability TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire pressure gauge even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in ...

Page 269: ...0 minutes above 15 mph 25 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information Check TPMS Warning The TPMS Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 sec onds and then remain on solid when a system fault is detected The system fault will also sound a chime If the ignition key is cycled this sequence will repeat provid ing the system fault still exists The TPMS Telltale Light will turn off when ...

Page 270: ...Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid 5 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare the TPMS will update automatically and the TPMS Telltale Light will turn OFF as long no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires The vehicle may need to be driven for u...

Page 271: ...e Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso lines Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro vide excellent performance and dur...

Page 272: ...E10 Gasoline 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 fuel...

Page 273: ...e important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformu lated gasolines Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal cond...

Page 274: ...dditives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas...

Page 275: ...g a portable container it should have a flexible nozzle long enough to force open the restricting door Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door on the passen ger s side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle NOTE When removing the fuel filler cap lay the cap tether in the hook located on the fuel filler ca...

Page 276: ...uel when the engine is running This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula tions and doing so will cause the malfunction indicator light to turn on 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 NOTE Tighten the gas cap until you hear a clicking sound This is an...

Page 277: ... started This might indicate a damaged cap If the problem is detected twice in a row the system will turn on the MIL Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off Refer to Onboard Diagnostic System in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information VEHICLE LOADING As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin istration regulations your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the d...

Page 278: ...ation pressure for your vehicle for all loading conditions Curb Weight The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids including vehicle fuel at full capacity conditions and with no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle The front and rear curb weight values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo ar...

Page 279: ... cause you to lose control Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle Before towing a trailer carefully re view this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible To maintain warranty coverage follow the requirements and re...

Page 280: ...e front and rear axles Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR WARNING It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Trailer Tongue Weight TW The trailer tongue weight is ...

Page 281: ...e manufacturer s direc tions it provides for a more level ride offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety The addition of a friction hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and cross winds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability Trailer sway control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recommended fo...

Page 282: ...r your intended towing condition Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Max GTW towable for your given drivetrain TRAILER HITCH CLASSIFICATIONS Class Max GTW Gross Trailer Wt Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg Refer to the Trailer ...

Page 283: ...enced on the Tire and Loading Information placard Refer to Tire Safety Information in Starting and Operating for further information Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds 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...

Page 284: ...member that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle Also additional factory installed options or dealer installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle Refer to the Tire and Loading Information Placard in Tire Safety Information in this section for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle Towing Requirements T...

Page 285: ...iler and will not shift during travel When trailering cargo that is not fully secured dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control You could lose control of your vehicle and have an accident When hauling cargo or towing a trailer do not over load your vehicle or trailer Overloading can cause a loss of control poor performance or damage to brakes axle engine transax...

Page 286: ...r tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight Towing Requirements Tires Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operat ing for proper tire inflation procedures Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pre...

Page 287: ...aulic surge actuated brake system an electronic brake controller is not required Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1 000 lbs 454 kg and required for 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 ...

Page 288: ...n the trailer are required for motoring safety The Trailer Tow Package may include a four or seven pin connector wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following four pin connector...

Page 289: ...cle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transaxle life by reducing exces sive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking The automatic transaxle fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation Refer to Mainte nance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals Sev...

Page 290: ...ciency Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transaxle overheating take the following actions City Driving When stopped for short periods of time shift the trans axle into NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Automatic Transaxle CAUTION Recreational towing on vehicle s e...

Page 291: ...k Location 294 Spare Tire Stowage 295 Spare Tire Removal 295 Preparations For Jacking 296 Jacking Instructions 296 䡵 Jump Starting 300 Preparations For Jump Start 301 Jump Starting Procedure 302 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 304 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 305 Towing With The Key In Ignition 305 Towing Without The Key In Ignition 306 6 ...

Page 292: ...otion 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 will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you c...

Page 293: ...ioner A C is on turn it off The A C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A C off can help remove this heat You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat the mode control to floor and the blower control to high This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system WARNING A hot engine cooling ...

Page 294: ...er a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only 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 jack and jack handle are stowed behind the right rear side trim panel in the cargo a...

Page 295: ... of the cargo area just inside the liftgate opening Spare Tire Removal Lift up the cover and fit the jack handle over the drive nut Rotate the nut to the left until you can remove the swivel hook from the stowage basket Swing the basket down to remove the compact spare tire CAUTION The hook is designed for use with the jack handle only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended a...

Page 296: ...t lever in PARK automatic transaxle or REVERSE manual transaxle 4 Turn OFF the ignition 5 Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher 6 Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position For example if changing the right front tire block the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the vehicle while the vehicle is being jacked Jacking Instructions WARNING Carefu...

Page 297: ...t anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change Continued WARNING Continued 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 fa...

Page 298: ...nd CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on the cross member below the radiator on the front sus pension cross member or on the rear axle assembly 2 There are two jacking locations on each side of the body one at the front of the vehicle and one in the rear on the trailing arm bracket under the triangular cut out symbol Turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is prope...

Page 299: ...table It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 4 Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and wheel covers where applicable off the hub Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the nuts fully un...

Page 300: ... it is free Stow the lug wrench and jack in their designated location Secure all parts using the means provided WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immediately 8 Place the deflated flat tire in the car...

Page 301: ...ratures are below the freezing point electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze Do not attempt jump starting because the battery could rup ture or explode and cause personal injury Battery temperature must be brought above the freezing point before attempting a jump start Preparations for Jump Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the engine compartment just behind the left front hea...

Page 302: ...arks away from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories 3 If using a another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF WARNING Do not allow vehicles to touch each o...

Page 303: ... of the vehicle with the discharged battery WARNING Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury 5 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery Once the...

Page 304: ...if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con trol turn the system OFF before attempting to rock the vehicle If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud sand or snow it can often be moved by a rocking motion Turn your steering wheel right...

Page 305: ...ition Four Speed Automatic Transaxle Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi tions The steering column must be unlocked and the shift lever must be in NEUTRAL the distance to be towed must not exceed 100 miles 160 km and the towing speed must not exceed 44 mph 72 km h If the transaxle is not operative or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 100 miles 160 km the vehicle must be towed...

Page 306: ... certain the trans axle remains in NEUTRAL Towing Without The Key In Ignition Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam age to the vehicle Towing Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing with all four wheels on the ground If you...

Page 307: ...spection And Maintenance Programs 310 䡵 Replacement Parts 312 䡵 Dealer Service 312 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 313 Engine Oil 313 Engine Oil Filter 316 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 317 Maintenance Free Battery 318 Air Conditioner Maintenance 319 Body Lubrication 320 Windshield Wiper Blades 321 Adding Washer Fluid 321 Exhaust System 321 Cooling System 323 7 ...

Page 308: ...䡵 Replacement Bulbs 342 䡵 Bulb Replacement 343 Headlamps 343 Front Parking Turn Signal And Side Marker Lamps 344 Front Fog Lamps If Equipped 345 Rear Tail Stop And Turn Signal Lamps 345 Backup Lamps 346 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 346 䡵 Fluid Capacities 347 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 348 Engine 348 Chassis 349 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 309: ... 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 Automatic Transaxle Dipstick 3 Engine Coolant Reservoir 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Engine Oil Fill 5 Power Distribution Center 11 Coolant Pressure Cap 6 Air Cleaner Filter 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 ...

Page 310: ...se Fuel Filler Cap Message After fuel is added the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged A gASCAP message will be displayed in the instrument cluster Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off If the problem ...

Page 311: ...f you crank or start the engine you will have to start this test over 4 As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON position you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check 5 Approximately 15 seconds later one of two things will happen a The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine Th...

Page 312: ...used by the use of non MOPAR威 parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer s warranty DEALER SERVICE Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person nel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these manuals before attempti...

Page 313: ...zed Chrysler Group LLC dealership or qualified repair center Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals Do not use chemical flushes in these components as the chemicals can damage your engine transaxle power steering or air condition ing Such damage is not cov...

Page 314: ...lling the crankcase as indicated by an oil level above the MAX mark on the engine oil dipstick will cause oil aeration which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil temperature This could damage your engine Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil should be changed Check the following list to decide if any apply to you Day an...

Page 315: ...6 000 miles 10 000 km or six months whichever comes first 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...

Page 316: ...equirements 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 Filter...

Page 317: ...nt should be inspected periodically and replaced if necessary at the intervals shown on Maintenance Schedule B 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...

Page 318: ...m the battery Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 volts Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other Continued WARNING Continued Battery posts terminals and related 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 posi...

Page 319: ...rformance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air condi tioning components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved re...

Page 320: ...es sor Oil or Refrigerants Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks door hinge pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubri cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as MOPAR威 Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure quiet easy operation and to protect against rust and wear Prior to the application of...

Page 321: ...ld To avoid dam aging the blades make sure that they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc Adding Washer Fluid The washer fluid reservoir is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with wi...

Page 322: ... refer to Safety Tips Exhaust Gas in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control device Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine proper...

Page 323: ...rs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle Do not idle the engine ...

Page 324: ... etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks Cooling System Drain Flush and Refill Refer to Maintenance Schedule for further information If the engine coolant anti...

Page 325: ...coolant antifreeze is not recommended Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant antifreeze that allows extended maintenance intervals This engine coolant antifreeze can be used up to five years or 102 000 miles 170 000 km before replacement To prevent reducing this extended mainte nance period it is important that you use the same engine coolant antifreeze througho...

Page 326: ...fully tightened to prevent the loss of engine coolant antifreeze and to ensure that engine coolant antifreeze will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery bottle The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre caution Never add engi...

Page 327: ...olant level is adequate With the engine idling and warm to normal operating tempera ture the level of the engine coolant antifreeze in the bottle should be between the ranges indicated on the bottle The radiator normally remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for engine coolant antifreeze freeze point or replacing en gine coolant antifreeze Advise yo...

Page 328: ...coolant antifreeze additions are required or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks Maintain engine coolant antifreeze concentration at 50 HOAT engine coolant antifreeze minimum and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the radia...

Page 329: ...r Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced If the brake fluid level is abnormally low check the system for leaks Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Using the wrong typ...

Page 330: ...fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami nate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure This could result in an accident Automatic Transaxle The automatic transaxle and differential assembly are contai...

Page 331: ... after the vehicle is driven at least 15 miles 24 km Hot fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips Cold fluid is at a temperature below 80 F 27 C 7 Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated Then remove dipstick and note the reading a If the fluid is hot the reading should be in the crosshatched area marked HOT between the upper two holes in the dipstick b If the fluid is cold...

Page 332: ... that the dipstick cap is re seated properly Fluid and Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed as follows Maintenance Schedule A No change necessary Maintenance Schedule B Every 60 000 miles 100 000 km change fluid and filter under the following conditions Police taxi limousine commercial type operation or trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for mo...

Page 333: ...faces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle Outside parking which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse affect on paint metal trim and under body protection The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum b...

Page 334: ...rasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish CAUTION Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder which will scratch metal and painted surfaces Use of power washers exceeding 1 200 psi 8 274 kPa can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Special Care If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you dri...

Page 335: ...im Care All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dust use MOPAR威 Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a nonabrasive non acidic cleaner Do not use scouring pads steel wool a bristle brush or metal polishes Only MOPAR威 or equivalent is recommended Do ...

Page 336: ...resh damp towel to remove soap residue Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products Interior Care Use MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp cloth a damp cloth with MOPAR威 Total Clean or equiva lent then MOPAR威 Spot Stain Remover or equivalent if absolutely necessary Do...

Page 337: ...f used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output avoid wiping with a d...

Page 338: ... in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft tissue Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts ...

Page 339: ...d mini fuses Cav ity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 EMPTY 2 20 Amp Yellow AWD ECU Feed If Equipped 3 10 Amp Red CHMSL Brake Switch Feed 4 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch Feed 5 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow 6 10 Amp Red IOD Sw Pwr Mir Ocm Steering Cntrl Sdar Hfm 7 30 Amp Green IOD Sense1 8 30 Amp Green IOD Sense2 Integrated Power Module 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 ...

Page 340: ...0 Amp Red RAD Fan Relay Battery Feed 16 15 Amp Lt Blue IGN Run Acc Cigar Ltr Sunroof Cav ity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 17 10 Amp Red IOD Feed CVT Mod Mod_Wcm 18 40 Amp Green ASD Relay Contact Feed 19 20 Amp Yellow PWR Amp 1 Amp 2 Feed 20 15 Amp Lt Blue IOD Feed Radio 21 10 Amp Red IOD Feed Intrus Mod Siren 22 10 Amp Red IGN RUN Hvac Compass Sensor 23 15 Amp Lt Blue ENG ASD Relay Feed 3...

Page 341: ...OCM Feed 29 EMPTY 30 20 Amp Yellow Heated Seats 31 10 Amp Red Headlamp Washer Relay Control 32 30 Amp Pink ENG ASD Control Feed 1 Cav ity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 33 10 Amp Red ABS MOD J1962 Conn PCM 34 30 Amp Pink ABS Valve Feed 35 40 Amp Green ABS Pump Feed 36 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Washer Relay Contact Feed 37 25 Amp Natural Spare 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 ...

Page 342: ...at must be corrected VEHICLE STORAGE If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to preserve your battery Disengage the mini fuse in the Power Distribution Center labeled IOD Ignition Off Draw Disconnect the negative cable from the battery REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb No Center Console Floor Lamp T37 Climate Controls 6233137 Console Gear Se...

Page 343: ...Stop Lamp CHMSL Sedan 921 W16W Rear Tail Stop 3157 Rear Turn Signal 3757A Backup Lamp 3157 P27 7W License Lamp 168 BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamps CAUTION Do not touch the new headlamp bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life 1 Remove the headlamp access cover splash shield located in the front wheel well opening 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 ...

Page 344: ...ket to the left one quarter turn and replace the bulb Front Parking Turn Signal and Side Marker Lamps 1 Remove the headlamp access cover splash shield located in the front wheel well opening 2 Disconnect the electrical connector 344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 345: ...p 2 Twist and remove the bulb from the fog lamp housing 3 Disconnect the electrical connector and replace bulb Rear Tail Stop and Turn Signal Lamps 1 Remove the screw attaching the tail lamp housing and remove the housing from the vehicle 2 Twist the bulb socket one quarter turn to remove it from the housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 ...

Page 346: ...y catch 2 Fully compress the clip to get the lamp to come out completely 3 Remove the socket from the housing 4 Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 1 Open the liftgate and remove the liftgate CHMSL cover 2 Remove CHMSL lens from the housing by unlatching the two side latches 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 347: ...h Filter 2 4L Engine SAE 5W 20 API Certified 5 Quarts 4 7 Liters Cooling System 2 4L Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 6 5 Quarts 6 2 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 ...

Page 348: ...Additive Technology or equivalent Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs 2 4L Engine Champion威 RE16MC Gap 0 040 in 1 02 mm Fuel Selection 87 Octane 348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 349: ...duct Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recom mended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR威 Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR威 ATF 4威 Automatic Trans mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4威 product 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 ...

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Page 351: ...䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance 352 䡵 Maintenance Schedules 352 At Each Stop For Fuel 353 Once a Month 354 At Each Oil Change 354 Maintenance Schedule B 354 Maintenance Schedule A 365 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 352: ...nd systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual 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 SCHEDULES There are three maintenance schedules that show re quired service for your vehicle First is Maintenance Schedule B It is for vehicles tha...

Page 353: ...listed for Maintenance Schedule B Second is Maintenance Schedule A It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Maintenance Schedule B Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi tions Where time and mileage are listed follow the interval that occurs first CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle ...

Page 354: ...cal items for correct operation Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for proper fit At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the brake hoses Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo nents Check the automatic transaxle fluid level Check the coolant level hoses and clamps Maintenance Schedule B Follow Maintenance Schedule B if you usually ...

Page 355: ...ce commercial ser vice Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or three months whichever comes first and follow Maintenance Schedule B in this section If ANY of these apply to you then flush and replace the engine coolant every 102 000 miles 170 000 km or 60 months whi...

Page 356: ...ngine oil and engine oil filter if not replaced at three months X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace as necessary X Inspect the make up air filter replace as nec essary X 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 356 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 357: ...X X X X Rotate tires X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Replace the make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 357 ...

Page 358: ...er if not replaced at three months X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X Inspect the brake linings X Change the brake fluid If vehicle is used for trailer towing X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace as necessary X Inspect the make up air filter replace as nec essary X 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 358 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 359: ... on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seal X Replace the make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X Change the automatic transaxle fluid and fil ter X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102 000 miles 170 000 km X 8 M A I...

Page 360: ...vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace as necessary X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary X Inspect the make up air filter replace as neces sary X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X Replace the make up air filter X 8 M ...

Page 361: ...s X X Inspect the brake linings X Change the brake fluid if your vehicle is used for trailer towing X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace as necessary X Replace the engine timing belt X Flush and replace the engine coolant if not re placed at 60 months X Inspect the make up air filter replace as necessary X 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 361 ...

Page 362: ...our wheel disc brakes X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Replace the make up air filter X Replace the generator belt X Replace the power steering air conditioning belt X Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not replaced at 102 000 miles 200 000 km X Replace the spark plugs and ignition c...

Page 363: ...0 220 000 225 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter if not re placed at three months X X X X X Rotate tires X X X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace as necessary X 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 363 ...

Page 364: ...ark plugs X Replace the make up air filter X This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty This maintenance is not required if previously replaced This maintenance is required only for police taxi limousine type operation or trailer towing This maintenance is required only for police taxi limousine type operation or trailer...

Page 365: ...X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Replace the make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 365 ...

Page 366: ...king brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102 000 miles 200 000 km X Replace the make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 3...

Page 367: ...g brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs X Replace the engine timing belt X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect the PCV valve replace if necessary X Replace the make up air filter X Adjust the generator drive belt tension X Flush and replace the engine coolant if not re placed at 60 months X 8 M A I N T...

Page 368: ... Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes X Replace the air cleaner filter X Replace the generator belt X Replace power steering air conditioning belt X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not done at 102 000 miles 200 000 kg X Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables X Replace the make up air filter X 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 368 ...

Page 369: ... but is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty This maintenance is not required if previously replaced Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all receipts WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any dou...

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Page 371: ...ed Assistance 373 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 374 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 374 In Mexico Contact 374 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 375 Service Contract 375 䡵 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 376 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 376 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 376 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 376 In Canada 377 䡵 Publication Order Forms 377 9 ...

Page 372: ...䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 378 Treadwear 379 Traction Grades 379 Temperature Grades 380 372 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 373: ...end of 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 wa...

Page 374: ...n to the manufacturer s customer cen ter 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 Group 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 Ont...

Page 375: ...igh cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer s service contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s service contract you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about the service contract call...

Page 376: ... contain or emit chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARRANTY INFORMATION U S Vehicles Only See the Warranty Information Booklet located on the DVD for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle MOPAR姞 PARTS MOPAR威 fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized d...

Page 377: ...d contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should write to Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard Ame...

Page 378: ... and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These Owner s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve hicles Included are starting operating emergency and maintenance procedures as well as specifications capabilities and safety tips Call toll free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 387 1143 C...

Page 379: ...ual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to 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 sur...

Page 380: ...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 382: ...Maintenance 60 Airbag Side 48 52 57 Airbag Window Side Curtain 49 52 57 Alarm Light 184 Alarm Panic 22 Alarm System Security Alarm 18 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 210 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 324 325 347 348 Capacities 347 Disposal 327 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 241 Anti Lock Warning Light 184 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Alarm 18 Appearance Care 333 Assistance T...

Page 383: ...ight 181 Brakes 240 Brake Transmission Interlock 227 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 71 Bulb Replacement 342 343 Bulbs Light 75 342 Calibration Compass 189 194 198 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 347 Capacities Fluid 347 Caps Filler Fuel 275 Oil Engine 309 316 Power Steering 237 Radiator Coolant Pressure 326 Car Washes 334 Carbon Monoxide Warning 73 274 CD Compact Disc Player 200 Cellula...

Page 384: ...160 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 211 Compact Spare Tire 260 Compass 185 186 189 194 Compass Calibration 189 194 198 Compass Variance 187 Computer Trip Travel 185 186 Console 160 Contract Service 375 Coolant Antifreeze 347 348 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 326 Cooling System 323 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 325 Coolant Level 324 327 Disposal of Used Coolant 327 Drain Flush and Refill 324 Inspection...

Page 385: ...e Oil 316 Door Locks 27 Door Locks Automatic 28 Door Opener Garage 147 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 233 Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 234 Electric Remote Mirrors 82 Electrical Power Outlets 155 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 144 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 185 186 190 Emergency In Case of Jacking 294 Jump Starting 300 Towing 305 Emergency Seat Back Releas...

Page 386: ...ature 58 Ethanol 271 Exhaust Gas Caution 34 73 274 321 322 Exhaust System 73 321 Exterior Lights 75 Filler Location Fuel 175 275 Filters Air Cleaner 317 Automatic Transaxle 332 Engine Oil 316 348 Flashers 292 Hazard Warning 292 Turn Signal 75 181 Flooded Engine Starting 225 Fluid Capacities 347 Fluid Leaks 75 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle 330 Brake 329 Cooling System 324 Power Steering 23...

Page 387: ...asoline 271 Gauge 175 Light 184 Materials Added 273 Methanol 271 Octane Rating 271 Requirements 271 Tank Capacity 347 Fuel System Caution 275 Fueling 275 Fuses 339 Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 147 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 275 277 310 Gasoline Clean Air 271 Gasoline Fuel 271 347 Gasoline Reformulated 271 Gauges Coolant Temperature 175 Fuel 175 Odometer 178 Tachometer 176 General Information 17 25 11...

Page 388: ...h 134 Heated Seats 122 Hitches Trailer Towing 282 HomeLink威 Garage Door Opener Transmitter 147 Hood Release 132 Ignition 12 Key 12 Ignition Key Removal 12 Immobilizer Sentry Key 15 19 Infant Restraint 64 Information Center Vehicle 190 Inside Rearview Mirror 81 Instrument Cluster 173 175 Instrument Panel and Controls 172 Instrument Panel Cover 335 338 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 338 Integrated P...

Page 389: ...Change Assist 137 Lap Shoulder Belts 36 Latches 75 Hood 132 Lead Free Gasoline 271 Leaks Fluid 75 Life of Tires 263 Liftgate Sedan 33 Liftgate Window Wiper Washer 166 Light Bulbs 75 342 343 Lights 75 133 Airbag 47 61 74 185 Alarm 184 Anti Lock 184 Back Up 346 Brake Warning 181 Center Mounted Stop 346 Daytime Running 137 Dimmer Switch Headlight 135 Engine Temperature Warning 183 Exterior 75 Fog 136...

Page 390: ...rvice 343 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 180 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 184 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 176 266 Traction Control 245 Turn Signal 75 136 344 Voltage 181 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 175 Loading Vehicle 277 279 Capacities 279 Tires 252 Locks Child Protection 30 Door 27 Power Door 28 Steering Wheel 14 Low Tire Pressure System 266 Lubrication Body 320 Lumbar Supp...

Page 391: ...nity 83 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 266 Mopar Parts 312 376 Multi Function Control Lever 133 New Vehicle Break In Period 71 Occupant Restraints 52 58 Occupant Restraints Sedan 34 48 49 52 57 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 271 Odometer 178 Trip 178 181 Oil Engine 313 347 Capacity 347 Change Interval 314 Checking 313 Disposal 316 Filter 316 Identification Logo 315 M...

Page 392: ...l Settings 195 Pets 71 Phone Cellular 84 Phone Hands Free uconnect 84 Placard Tire and Loading Information 253 Power Door Locks 28 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 155 Seats 119 Steering 237 Sunroof 153 Windows 31 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 45 Preparation for Jacking 296 Pretensioners Seat Belts 43 Programmable Electronic Features 195 Programming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 23 Radial Pl...

Page 393: ... Bulbs 342 Replacement Keys 16 Replacement Parts 312 Replacement Tires 263 Reporting Safety Defects 376 Restraints Child 63 69 Restraints Infant 64 Rotation Tires 265 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 74 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 75 Safety Defects Reporting 376 Safety Exhaust Gas 73 Safety Information Tire 245 Safety Tips 72 Satellite Radio Antenna 210 Satellite Radio uconnect威 studios 207 Schedule...

Page 394: ...lding Sedan 124 Removal 128 Tumbling Rear Sedan 126 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 18 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 324 Sentry Key Immobilizer 15 19 Sentry Key Programming 16 Service and Maintenance 352 Service Assistance 373 Service Contract 375 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator 180 Service Manuals 377 Setting the Clock 199 202 Settings Personal 195 Severe Service 354 Shoulder Belts 3...

Page 395: ...uck Freeing 304 Sun Roof 153 Sun Visor Extension 83 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 45 Synthetic Engine Oil 316 Tachometer 176 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 175 293 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 67 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 18 Theft System Security Alarm 18 Tilt Steering Column 142 Tire and Loading Information Placard 252 253 Tire Identification Number TIN 249 Tire Markings 245 Tire Safet...

Page 396: ...Tires 265 Spare Tire 295 Spinning 261 Tread Wear Indicators 262 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 283 Towing 279 24 Hour Towing Assistance 98 Disabled Vehicle 305 Guide 283 Recreational 290 Weight 283 Towing Assistance 98 Traction 234 Traction Control 244 Traction Control Switch 244 Trailer Towing 279 Cooling System Tips 290 Hitches 282 Minimum Requirements 284 Trailer and Tongue Weight 283 Wiring 288 ...

Page 397: ...Trip Odometer Reset Button 181 Tumbling Rear Seat Sedan 126 Turn Signals 136 181 uconnect Hands Free Phone 84 Understanding Your Instrument Panel 172 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 378 Universal Transmitter 147 Unleaded Gasoline 271 Untwisting Procedure Seat Belt 42 Vanity Mirrors 83 Variance Compass 187 Vehicle Certification Label 277 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Loading 253 277 279 V...

Page 398: ...d 138 141 Washing Vehicle 334 Water Driving Through 234 Wheel and Wheel Trim 335 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 335 Wind Buffeting 33 155 Window Fogging 218 Windows 31 Windshield Defroster 74 Windshield Washers 138 141 321 Fluid 321 Windshield Wipers 138 321 Wiper Delay 140 Wiper Rear 166 Wipers Intermittent 140 398 INDEX ...

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