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Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303,432
Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Adjustable Pedals

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 428
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278,284
Air Conditioning Controls

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278

Air Conditioning Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301,429
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286,296
Air Conditioning Refrigerant

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 428

Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . 278,284,289,428
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control . . . . . . . . 279
Air Pressure, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Airbag Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Airbag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62,63,72,90,214
Airbag Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Alarm Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Alignment and Balance

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344

Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . 435,436,461

Disposal

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 437

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Anti-Theft System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 446
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Auto Down Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29,30
Automatic Headlights

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . 289
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,315

Interlock System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15,316

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Summary of Contents for Dodge Caravan 2007

Page 1: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 465 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 485 10 INDEX 495 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

Page 4: ...r knows your vehicle best has the factory trained techni cians and genuine Mopart parts and is interested in your satisfaction WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod ucts of ...

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Page 6: ...entire manual you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also appears on the Auto mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle the vehicle registration and title NOTE It is illeg...

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

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Page 9: ...Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel 14 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock 14 Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System 15 m Sentry Key If Equipped 15 Shaft Lock Module Vehicles Equipped With Premium Security System If Equipped 16 Replacement Keys 16 Customer Key Programming 17 General Information 18 m Security Alarm System If Equipped 18 Rearming Of The System If Equipped 18 To Arm The Sy...

Page 10: ... Transmitter Battery Service 26 m Door Locks 27 Manual Door Locks 27 Power Door Locks If Equipped 28 m Windows 31 Manual Rear Vent Windows 31 Power Vent Windows If Equipped 32 Power Windows If Equipped 32 m Sliding Side Door 34 Sliding Door Open Flash 35 Power Sliding Door If Equipped 35 Child Protection Door Lock 38 m Liftgate 40 Power Liftgate If Equipped 41 m Seat Storage Bin Safety Warning 44 ...

Page 11: ...l Restraint Systems SRS Airbags 57 Event Data Recorder EDR 73 DaimlerChrysler Corporation Integrated Child Seat If Equipped 74 Child Restraint 75 m Rear Seat Delete Feature Commercial Vehicles Only If Equipped 83 Restraining Infants And Small Children With Seat Delete Feature Commercial Vehicles Only 84 m Engine Break In Recommendations 88 m Safety Tips 89 Exhaust Gas 89 Safety Checks You Should M...

Page 12: ...d cylinder inward rotate the key to the LOCK position and remove the key NOTE If you try to remove the key before you place the lever in PARK the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition cylinder If this occurs rotate the key to the right slightly then remove the key as described If a malfunction occurs the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety fe...

Page 13: ...a vehicle Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Ignit...

Page 14: ...n and the key is not in the ignition switch the steering wheel will lock If You Wish 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...

Page 15: ...nds if someone uses an invalid key to start the engine NOTE A key which has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition lock cylinder for that vehicle During normal operation after turning on the ignition switch the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will turn on for three 3 seconds for a bulb check If the light remains on after the bulb check it...

Page 16: ... held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle Cell phones pagers or other RF electronics will not cause interference with this system All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Replacement Keys NOTE Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle Once a Sentry Key has been prog...

Page 17: ...will begin to flash Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the second key 4 Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds After 10 seconds a single chime will sound The Theft Alarm Light will stop flashing turn on for 3 seconds then turn off The new Sentry Key has been programmed The Keyless Entry Transmitter will also be programmed during th...

Page 18: ... is used to start the vehicle Use of the Sentry Key will disable the alarm Rearming of the System If Equipped The security system will rearm itself after the 15 addi tional minutes of headlights and security telltale flashing if the system has not been disabled If the condition which initiated the alarm is still present the system will ignore that condition and monitor the remaining doors and igni...

Page 19: ...will be initiated To exit alarming mode press the transmitter Unlock button or start the vehicle with a programmed Sentry Key The Security Alarm System is designed to protect your vehicle however you can create conditions where the system will arm unexpectedly If you remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the transmitter the alarm will sound when you pull the door handle to exit The door wi...

Page 20: ...is system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate and activate the panic alarm optional power liftgate left power sliding door and right power sliding door from distances up to about 23 feet 7 meters using a hand held radio transmitter The transmitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system NOTE If the key is in the ignition switch then all buttons on that transmitter...

Page 21: ...ree button but may also be used to Open Close the optional power liftgate left power sliding door or right power sliding door Other options of the system allow you to turn ON OFF the Sound Horn On Lock Remote Unlock Driver s Door 1st and Flash Lights On Lock Unlock features Three Button Transmitter Six Button Transmitter THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 2 ...

Page 22: ...he procedure in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features section on vehicles so equipped To lock the doors and liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors and liftgate The horn will chirp once to acknowledge the signal If desired the Sound Horn On Lock feature can be turned on and off by performing the following proce dure 1 ...

Page 23: ... the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system To Program Transmitters Refer to SENTRY KEY Customer Key Programming If you do not have a programmed transmitter contact your dealer for details To Open Close Power Liftgate If Equipped Press the LIFTGATE button twice within five seconds to open close the power liftgate The liftgate will beep for 2 seconds and then open close If the butt...

Page 24: ...sliding door If the button is pushed while the door is being power closed the door will reverse to the full open position If the vehicle is not equipped with a right power sliding door and the door is closed and locked pressing the button twice will result in the right side doors becoming unlocked To Turn Off Flash Lights On Lock Unlock If Equipped If desired the Flash Lights On Lock Unlock featur...

Page 25: ...C rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration If your Remote Keyless Entry transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 A weak battery in the transmitter The expe...

Page 26: ...zardouswaste perchlorate NOTE Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board 1 With the transmitter buttons facing down use a thin coin to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal Separating Transmitter Halves 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 27: ...ery clean it with rubbing alcohol 3 To reassemble the transmitter case snap two halves together Make sure there is an even gap between the two halves Test transmitter operation DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Lock the doors by pushing down on the lock plungers on each door trim panel Door Lock Plunger THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 2 ...

Page 28: ...nd leave 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 Power Door Locks If Equipped A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel Use this switch to lock or unl...

Page 29: ... vehicles speed exceeds 15 mph Automatic Door Lock Programming This feature is enabled when your vehicle is shipped from the assembly plant and can be disabled by using the following procedure On electronic vehicle information center EVIC equipped vehicles refer to 9Personal Settings9 in the EVIC section of this manual On non EVIC equipped vehicles perform the follow ing steps 1 Enter your vehicle...

Page 30: ...rs of the vehicle when any door is opened This will occur only after the vehicle has been shifted into the Park position after the vehicle has been driven shifted out of Park and all doors closed This feature will not operate if there is any manual operation of the power door locks Lock or Unlock Auto Unlock On Exit Programming If Equipped The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power...

Page 31: ...d If necessary repeat the above procedure The Auto Unlock On Exit feature can be enabled or disabled by performing the procedure in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Program mable Features section on vehicles so equipped NOTE Use the Auto Door Locks and Auto Unlock features in accordance with local laws WINDOWS Manual Rear Vent Windows A lever at the rear of each window relea...

Page 32: ... can control either front window using switches on the driver s door trim panel There is a single switch on the passenger s door trim panel which operates the passenger door window The switches will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACCESSORY position Power Vent Window Switches Power Window Switches 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 33: ...ont door will cancel this feature Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in 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...

Page 34: ...hicle is parked on an incline as the door will slide faster in the downhill direction There is a hold open latch that is activated when the sliding door is fully opened This latch will keep your sliding door open on any incline To close the sliding door after the hold open latch is activated you must push the button on the inside grab handle or pull out on the outside sliding door handle Use the g...

Page 35: ...zard switch 4 A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming You can turn the feature back on by repeating the above mentioned procedure or by performing the procedure in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Cus tomer Programmable Features section on vehicles so equipped Power Sliding Door If Equipped NOTE The power sliding door must be unlocked...

Page 36: ...atch that is activated when the sliding door is fully opened This latch will keep your sliding door open on any incline To close the power sliding door after the hold open latch is activated you must press any one of the power sliding door switches push the button on the inside grab handle or pull out on the outside sliding door handle There are power sliding door switches located on the trim pane...

Page 37: ...e opened while the fuel door is open This feature operates only when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the fuel door If the power sliding door is not in the full open or close position it will fully open when a power sliding door switch is pressed To close the door wait until it is fully open and then press the switch again The power sliding door switches will not operate if the ve...

Page 38: ... be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position To Engage the Child Protection Door Lock To activate the system 1 Open the sliding door 2 Insert the tip of the vehicle s ignition key or any alike item into the child lock control and slide it sidewards 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite sliding door Child Lock Control 38 THINGS TO KN...

Page 39: ...of the child lock lever position To avoid unintentional operation of the power slid ing door from the rear seats press the button located in the overhead console to disable the switches for the rear seat passengers WARNING To avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a colli sion Remember that the sliding doors can only be opened from the outside door handle or the switches located on the trim panel...

Page 40: ...o start the vehicle is also used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate To open the liftgate insert the key into the lock and turn to the right On vehicles equipped with power locks the liftgate can also be unlocked using the remote keyless entry or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors Once unlocked on vehicles equipped with power locks the liftgate can ...

Page 41: ...ing the vehicle keys The key must be held in the unlocked position for the liftgate to open Power Liftgate If Equipped The power liftgate may be opened manually or by using the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter Press the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter twice within five seconds to open the power liftgate Once the liftgate is fully open pressing the button twice within f...

Page 42: ...cur Ensure the liftgate travel path is clear Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched before driving away NOTE If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is closing or opening the liftgate will automatically reverse to the closed or open position provided it meets sufficient resistance There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the liftgate opening Light pressure anywhere alon...

Page 43: ...es above 143 F 62 C Be sure to remove any build up of snow or ice from the liftgate before pressing any of the power liftgate buttons If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions within the same cycle the system will automatically stop and must be opened or closed manually WARNING Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison ous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your passengers ...

Page 44: ...o have access to the 2nd row seat storage bins Once in the storage bin young children may not be able to escape If trapped in the storage bin children can die from suffocation or heat stroke CAUTION The storage bin cover must lay flat and latched to avoid being gouged by the front seat track which has minimal clearance Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release As a security measure a Storage Bin Cover E...

Page 45: ...in the dark strap attached to the storage bin cover latching mechanism Reinstalling Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release If the storage bin cover strap disengages from the latch it can be reinstalled by inserting the loose end of the strap into the latch mechanism Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release Strap THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 2 ...

Page 46: ...and if equipped window bags for the driver and passengers seated next to a window If you will be carrying children too small for adult size seat belts your seat belts or the LATCH feature Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems NOTE The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflat...

Page 47: ...ey can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times Lap Shoulder Belts All the outboard seats in your vehicle are equipped with Lap Shoulder Belts Th...

Page 48: ... bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never ...

Page 49: ... 2 The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the front seats and next to your arm in the rear seats Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap Latch Plate THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 2 ...

Page 50: ... seat belt snugly A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger 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 yo...

Page 51: ...lision The belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as pos sible and keep it snug A twisted belt can t do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your dealer and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so th...

Page 52: ...isassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seats and the second row outboard seats the shoulder belt anchorage can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck The upper anchorage can be adjusted upward by pushi...

Page 53: ...t webbing 180 to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded 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 Center Lap Belts The center seating positions have a lap belt only To fasten the lap belt slide the latch plate into the buck...

Page 54: ...es are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the front airbag con trol module see Front Airbag Section Like the front airbags the pretensioners are single use items After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the front airbags and pretensioners both must be replaced En...

Page 55: ...em BeltAlert 1 With all doors closed and the ignition switch in any position except On or Start buckle the driver s seat belt 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position engine does not need to be running and wait for the Seat Belt Warning Light to turn off 3 Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the ON RUN position unbuckle and then re buckle the driver s seat belt at least th...

Page 56: ...ow so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage if equipped is in its lowest position your dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing bel...

Page 57: ...ront airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers NOTE The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment in low speed collisions Front Airbag Components THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57...

Page 58: ...s vehicle may also be equipped with a driver inflat able knee blocker located on the instrument panel below the steering column This vehicle may also be equipped with window bags to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window If the vehicle is equipped with window bags they are located above the side windows Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG NOTE Airbag covers may ...

Page 59: ...l alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks that require permanent attachments bolts or screws for in stallation on the vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason NOTE Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat hooks in this vehicle A clothing bar will impede the proper performance of the window bags Front airbags along with the s...

Page 60: ... in rear facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag An airbag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position Children that are not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt refer to section on Child Restraint should be secured in the rear seat in a child restraint or belt positioning booster seat Older chi...

Page 61: ... numbers are provided in the If You Need Customer Assistance section in this manual 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 wheel or instru ment panel ...

Page 62: ...r Inflatable Knee Blocker Front Passenger Seat Occupant Classification System OCS If Equipped Occupant Classification Module Passenger Airbag Disabled PAD Indicator Light Interconnecting Wiring Bladder Assembly Belt Tension Sensor Front Seat Belt Buckle Pretensioners How The Airbag System Works The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the ...

Page 63: ...rns on the AIRBAG warn ing light and PAD indicator light in the center of the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds for a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check the AIRBAG warning light will turn off The PAD indicator light will function normally Refer to Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light in this section If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the sys...

Page 64: ... front airbag gas is vented through the airbag material towards the instrument panel In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle The Side Impact SRS Side Curtain Bags are designed to activate only in certain side collisions When the ORC and the side impact sensors with side impact option detects a collision requiring the window bags to inflate it signals the inflators...

Page 65: ...will be equipped with the Occupant Classification System OCS The OCS system will classify an occupant into a size category based on sensor readings from within the seat cushion Occu pants should try to remain in a normally seated position If the occupant s weight is transferred to another object in the vehicle i e feet on the dash board the OCS may not be able to properly approxi mate occupant siz...

Page 66: ...ies The PAD indicator light will illuminate indicating that the Passenger Airbag is OFF when the OCS has determined that the occupant size category is a child Also when the seat is empty or an object that weighs less than a predetermined threshold is placed on the seat the light will remain OFF The PAD indicator light is an amber light located on the center of the instrument panel above the radio ...

Page 67: ...rear seat in an appropriate child restraint The Occupant Classification Module OCM If Equipped is located beneath the front passenger seat The OCM classifies the occupant into one of three size categories based on the input from the Bladder Assem bly and Belt Tension Sensor The size categories in clude empty child and adult The OCM sends the Occupant Classification to the ORC to identify if a fron...

Page 68: ...itical com ponents that affect the front passenger airbag deploy ment Correctly functioning front passenger seat compo nents are critical for the Occupant Classification System OCS to properly classify the front passenger and calcu late the proper airbag deployment Do not make any modifications to the front passenger seat components assembly or to the seat cover WARNING Unapproved modifications or...

Page 69: ...ental restraint system SRS component or SRS related component or fas tener be modified or replaced with any part except those which are approved by DaimlerChrysler Mopar For replacement of the bladder or seat cover assembly always use the DaimlerChrysler service kit which includes the seat cover and bladder riveted together If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags...

Page 70: ...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 garment manufacturer s instruc tions for cleaning It is not advisable to drive your vehicle...

Page 71: ... badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper vehicle body structure or frame Do not attempt to modify any part of your advanced airbag system The airbag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any advanced airbag system ser...

Page 72: ...ree if any of the following occurs have an authorized dealer service the system immediately The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned on The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second interval The light flickers or comes on and remains on while driving NOTE If the speedometer tachometer or any engine related gauges ar...

Page 73: ...sociated with universities and with hospital and insurance organiza tions In the event that an investigation is undertaken by DaimlerChrysler Corporation regardless of initiative the company or its designated representative will first obtain permission of the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle usually the vehicle owner or lessee before accessing the electronic data stored unless ordered ...

Page 74: ...ding the airbag system Airbag disable lamp status if equipped 9Time9 of airbag deployment in terms of ignition cycles and vehicle mileage Airbag deployment level if applicable Seatbelt status Brake status service and parking brakes Accelerator status including vehicle speed Engine control status including engine speed Cruise control status Traction stability control status DaimlerChrysler Corporat...

Page 75: ...ed in the rear seats rather than in the front WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a missile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child no matter how strong you are The child and others could be badly injured Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for ...

Page 76: ...gh more than 20 lbs 9 kg but are less than one year old Rearward facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg and who are older than one year can ride forward facing in the vehicle Forw...

Page 77: ...contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center of the vehicle If this doesn t help move the child to the center rear seating position and use the lap belt Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back NOTE For additional information refer to www seatcheck org or call 1 866 SEATCHECK WARNING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or ch...

Page 78: ...ocking clip 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 it tight if necessary In the rear seat you may have trouble tightening the lap shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to...

Page 79: ...t commercial cargo vehicles is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren Two LATCH child restraint anchor age systems are installed on all second row seats and in the center position on all 3rd row fold in floor seats Second row seats also feature tether strap anchorages located in the rear surface of the seatback In addi...

Page 80: ...s used in the center seating position the strap should be positioned straight over the top of the seatback For bench seats with split seatbacks route the tether between the seatbacks When using the tether anchorages in the center position on 3rd row fold in floor seating ensure that the strap is routed over the top of the seatback and under the head restraint between the head restraint posts Tethe...

Page 81: ...h seat must have the seat adjusted to the full rear position on the tracks when the LATCH system is used Also when using the LATCH system be sure the seatback is two clicks rear of its full upright position Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor ages will continue to have fe...

Page 82: ...me Instead you may install one child restraint at the center position or one child restraint at each of the right and left positions WARNING Fleet Vehicles Only Do not install child restraint systems equipped with LATCH attachments at all three seating positions in the seat at one time The LATCH anchorages in this seat are designed to restrain no more than two child restraints at a time in the eve...

Page 83: ...ly when installing an infant or child restraint Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet could 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 REAR SEAT DELETE FEATURE COMMERCIAL VEHICLES ON...

Page 84: ...Small Children with Seat Delete Feature Commercial Vehicles Only There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt Use the restraint that is correct for your child The rearward facing infant carrier is for babies weigh ing up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and less than one year old THIS TYPE OF SEAT CANNOT BE USED IN A...

Page 85: ...osition Older children who do not use child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled in the passenger seat with the seat adjusted to the rear most position Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm Tether Installation For Commercial Vehicles With Rear Seat Delete To secure the child restraint upper tether strap to the vehicle fo...

Page 86: ... the extended tether strap 4 If necessary raise the passenger seat head restraint to allow the tether strap to be routed under the head restraint 5 Route the tether strap beneath the head restraint between the two head restraint posts Ensure that the child restraint tether strap is centered between the two head restraint posts Tether To Anchor 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 87: ...cessary reposition the seat head restraint 9 Inspect the tether anchor strap for nicks abrasions discoloration and loose threads If these or any other condition that might effect the performance of the strap is observed DO NOT USE Contact your local DaimlerChrysler dealership for a replacement part NOTE Stow the child restraint tether strap in its original position when not in use Tether Strap Mou...

Page 88: ... 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate cond...

Page 89: ...t high speed WARNING If you are required to drive with the deck lid liftgate open make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not ...

Page 90: ...r excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires includ ing spare for proper pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel F...

Page 91: ...mer If Equipped 97 Outside Mirrors 97 Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature 98 Power Folding Outside Mirrors If Equipped 98 Power Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 98 Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 99 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 99 m Hands Free Communication UConnect If Equipped 100 Operations 101 Phone Call Features 108 UConnect System Features 110 3 ...

Page 92: ...eclining Seats If Equipped 127 Manual Lumbar If Equipped 128 Middle Rear Bench Seat Recline If Equipped 129 Stow n Go Seating If Equipped 129 Easy Access Seating 137 Middle Quad Fold Tumble Seat Removal 138 50 50 Fold Tumble Rear Seat Removal 141 2 Passenger And 3 Passenger Bench Seats 143 Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer 144 Rear Most Bench Seat 144 Rear Seat Descriptions 145 Rear Bench Seating Flexi...

Page 93: ...ever 155 Turn Signals 155 Headlight Low High Beam Selector Switch 156 Passing Light 156 Windshield Wipers And Washers 156 m Tilt Steering Column If Equipped 158 m Traction Control Switch If Equipped 158 m Rear Park Sense System If Equipped 159 m Adjustable Pedals If Equipped 163 m Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 164 To Activate 165 To Set At A Desired Speed 165 To Deactivate 165 To Resume Spe...

Page 94: ...g HomeLink 178 Canadian Programming Gate Programming 181 Using HomeLink 181 Erasing HomeLink Buttons 181 Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button 182 Security 182 m Power Sunroof If Equipped 183 Express Open Feature 183 Wind Buffeting 184 Sunroof Maintenance 185 m Electrical Power Outlets If Equipped 185 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off 186 m Convenience Tray Drawer And Cup Holders 187 Instrume...

Page 95: ... Equipped 191 Removable Floor Console With Stow n Go Seating If Equipped 193 Removable Floor Console Without Stow n Go Seating If Equipped 194 Rear Compartment Storage Bins 198 Cargo Tub Net 198 Coat Hooks 198 Cargo Area Storage 198 m Roof Luggage Rack If Equipped 199 m Load Leveling System 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 3 ...

Page 96: ...tion toward rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped When using this feature the mirror will automatically adjust for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light in the button will indicate when the dimming featu...

Page 97: ...This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn this feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the Rearview Mirror Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirror s to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Automatic Dimming Mirror UNDERSTANDING TH...

Page 98: ...arward and normal Power Folding Outside Mirrors If Equipped Turn the power mirror switch knob all the way down to the left or right to fold in the mirrors Turn the knob back upward to the left mirror right mirror or off center position to the normal unfolded driving position Both mirrors will always move together and will fold anytime the knob is turned The ignition switch does not have to be in t...

Page 99: ...ated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window Defrost Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor To use the mirror rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward The lights turn on automatically Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights Sun Visor Extension If Equipped This feature has a pull ou...

Page 100: ...onnect phonebook enables you to store up to 32 names and four numbers per name Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language This system is driven through your Blue tooth Hands Free profile cellular phone UConnect features Bluetooth technology the global standard that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station ...

Page 101: ...he volume of the UConnect system can be adjusted either from the radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control right switch if so equipped The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the UConnect system such as 9CELL9 or caller ID on certain radios Operations Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnect system and to navigate through the UConnect menu structur...

Page 102: ... Please remember the UConnect system works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone as if speaking to some one sitting eight feet away from you Voice Command Tree Refer to Voice Tree at the end of this section Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt or if you want to know your options are at any prompt say 9Help9 follow ing the voice on beep The UConnect system will play all th...

Page 103: ...w dodge com uconnect www jeep com uconnect The following are general phone to UConnect System pairing instructions Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Setup Phone Pairing9 and follow the audible prompts When prompted after the voice on beep say 9Pair a Phone9 and follow the audible prompts You will be asked to say a four digit pin number which you w...

Page 104: ...n select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time refer to 9Advanced Phone Connectivity9 Call Dial by Saying a Number Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Dial 9 System will prompt you to say the number you want call For example you can say 9234 567 8901 9 The UConnect system will confirm the phone num ber and then dial The number will appe...

Page 105: ...ntry 9 When prompted say the name of the new entry Use of long names helps the voice recognition and is recom mended For example say 9Robert Smith9 or 9Robert9 instead of 9Bob 9 When prompted enter the number designation e g 9Home 9 9Work 9 9Mobile 9 or 9Pager9 This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry if desired When prompted recite the phone number for the phonebook ...

Page 106: ...the phonebook entry that you are editing After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook you will be given the opportunities to edit another entry in the phonebook call the number you just edited or return to the main menu 9Phonebook Edit9 can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook For example the entry John Doe may have a mobile and a hom...

Page 107: ... wish to delete Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted After confirmation the phonebook entries will be de leted Note that only the phonebook in the current language is deleted Delete All Entries in the UConnect Phonebook Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Phonebook Erase All 9 The UConnect system will ask you to veri...

Page 108: ...ing Call No Call Currently in Progress When you receive a call on your cellular phone the UConnect system will interrupt the vehicle audio system if on and will ask if you would like to answer the call To reject the call press and hold the Phone button until you hear a single beep indicating that the incoming call was rejected Answer or Reject an Incoming Call Call Currently in Progress If a call ...

Page 109: ...alls If two calls are in progress one active and one on hold press the Phone button until you hear a single beep indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls have switched Only one call can be placed on hold at one time Conference Call When two calls are in progress one active and one on hold press and hold the Phone button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls ...

Page 110: ...uation functionality available on the vehicle can be any one of three types After ignition key is switched off a call can continue on the UConnect system either until the call ends or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the UConnect system and transfer of the call to the mobile phone After ignition key is switched to off a call can continue on the UConnect system ...

Page 111: ...a If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect system is operational you may reach the emergency number as follows Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Emergency9 and the UConnect system will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num ber This feature is only supported in the USA NOTE The emergency number dialed is based on the Co...

Page 112: ...rd Paging To learn how to page refer to 9Working with Automated Systems 9 Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnect system Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail refer to 9Working with Automated Systems 9 Working with Automated Systems This method is designed to be used in instances where one ...

Page 113: ... a 9 you could press the Voice Recognition button and say 9Pair a Phone9 to select that option without having to listen to the rest of the voice prompt Turning Confirmation Prompts On Off Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices e g the UConnect system will not repeat a phone number before you dial it Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 promp...

Page 114: ...y it on the vehicle audio system so you will not hear it Under this situation after successfully dialing a number the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress Once your call is answered you will hear the audio Mute Un mute Mute off When you mute the UConnect system you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party but the other pa...

Page 115: ... paired with many different electronic devices but can only be actively 9connected9 with one electronic device at a time If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue tooth connection between a UConnect paired cellular phone and the UConnect system then follow the instruction described in your cellular phone user s manual List Paired Cellular Phone Names Press the Phone button to begin After...

Page 116: ...e is not available the UCon nect system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near approximately with in 30 feet the vehicle Delete UConnect Paired Cellular Phones Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Setup Phone Pairing 9 At the next prompt say 9Delete9 and follow the prompts You can also press the 8Voice Recognition button a...

Page 117: ...e repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only To restore the Voice recognition system to factory default settings enter the Voice Training session via the above procedure and follow the prompts Voice Recognition VR Always wait for the beep before speaking Speak normally without pausing just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight 8 feet away fro...

Page 118: ...e UConnect phonebook UConnect phonebook nametag recognition rate is optimized for the voice of the person who stored the name in the phonebook You can say 9O9 letter 9O9 for 909 zero 98009 must be spoken 9eight zero zero 9 Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported Far End Audio Performance Audio qualit...

Page 119: ...lly Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the UConnect system When this hap pens the connection can generally be re established by switching the phone off on Your cell phone is recom mended to remain in Bluetooth 9on9 mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either ON or ACC position or after a reset you must wait at least five 5 seconds prior to using the system ...

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Page 123: ... Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration SEATS Manual Front Second Row Seat Adjuster The adjusting bar is located under the front of the seat Pull the bar up and move the seat to the desired position Release the bar to lock the seat in...

Page 124: ...Equipped The driver s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat The front switch controls up down forward rearward and tilt adjustment The rear switch controls the seatback recline adjustment 6 Way Passenger s Power Seat If Equipped The front passenger s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat The front switch controls forward rearward and vertical u...

Page 125: ... Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear Pull up or push down on the head restraint so that the upper edge is as high as practical To raise the head restraint pull up on the head restraint To lower the head restraint depress the release tab located at the base of the head restraint and push down on the head restraint Adjustable Head Restraint Rel...

Page 126: ...ns who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaus tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion T...

Page 127: ...htly lift the lever then push back to the desired position and release the lever Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position Using body pressure lean forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seatback has latched Manual Reclining Seat Control UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 3 ...

Page 128: ... you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Manual Lumbar If Equipped The lumbar adjustment handle is located inboard under the armrest To increase the support rotate the handle down Manual Lumbar Control 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 129: ...e seatback This allows the seatback to be either reclined or folded forward Stow n Go Seating If Equipped On vehicles equipped with Stow n Go seating the second and third row seats may be folded into the floor for convenient storage Manual Reclining Seat Control UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 3 ...

Page 130: ...lide storage bin locking mechanism to the 9Locked9 position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to open cover 3 Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down Storage Bin Cover Lock Release 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 131: ...led into the floor 4 Pull rearward on the release strap located at the rear of the seat and tumble the seat forward into the storage bin 5 Close the storage bin cover Second Row Seatback Release Lever Second Row Seat Release Strap UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 3 ...

Page 132: ...hanism to the 9Locked9 position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to open cover 2 Pull up on the handle to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat rearward to latch the seat anchors 3 Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat to return the seatback to its full upright position Second Row Seat Release Handle 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES...

Page 133: ...ion To Fold Third Row Seats 1 Lower the head restraint to its full down position 2 Pull release strap marked 1 located on the rear of the seat to lower the seatback Second Row Seatback Release Lever Third Row Seatback Release Strap 1 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 3 ...

Page 134: ...he seat rearward into the storage bin To Unfold Third Row Seats 1 Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat forward until the anchors latch Third Row Seatback Release Strap 2 Third Row Seat Release Strap 3 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 135: ...r 3 Pull release strap marked 3 to return the seatback to its full upright position 4 Adjust the head restraint to the desired position Third Row Seatback Lift Assist Strap Third Row Seat Release Strap 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 3 ...

Page 136: ...ays be sure the seats are fully latched Tailgate Mode 1 Pull release strap 2 then pull release strap 3 to rotate the entire seat rearward 2 To restore the seat to its upright position lift up on the seatback and push forward until the anchors latch Tailgate Positioning Release Straps 2 3 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 137: ...row seats can be tilted forward for easy access to the third row seat or rear cargo area To tilt the seat on vehicles equipped with quad seats pull up on the release handle located on the outboard side of the seat and tilt the seat fully forward To return the seat lower the seat and ensure that it is fully latched Tilting Second Row Quad Seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 3 ...

Page 138: ...ured if the seat is not fully latched Middle Quad Fold Tumble Seat Removal 1 Remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat 2 Lower the head restraint to its full downward position and ensure that the cupholder is closed 3 Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down If the head restraint contacts the rear of the front seat ...

Page 139: ...4 Pull up on the release handle and tumble the seat fully forward Seatback Release Lever Seat Release Handle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 3 ...

Page 140: ...eat in the floor tracks and tilt the seat forward to engage the front floor attachments then tilt the seat rearward and push down to engage the rear attachments Pull the seatback release lever to return the seatback to its full upright position Ensure that the seatback is fully latched in the upright position WARNING In a collision you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not pr...

Page 141: ...d restraint and pull up on release lever 1 to fold the seatback down 2 Pull up on release lever 2 and tumble the seat fully forward 50 50 Seat Release Lever 1 Location 50 50 Seat Release Lever 2 Location UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 3 ...

Page 142: ...ngage the front floor attachments then tilt the seat rearward to engage the rear attachments Pull the seatback release lever to return the seatback to its full upright position Ensure that the seatback is fully latched in the upright position WARNING In a collision you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments Always be sure the seats a...

Page 143: ...A lock indicator button pops up when the seat is unlocked The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Outt Rollers To reinstall the seat align the seat into the detent posi tions on the floor Squeeze the release handle and rotate upward until the lock indicator button returns into the handle Bench Seat Release Levers UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 3 ...

Page 144: ... will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the seatbacks of all rear seats and some front seats The floor supports the partial weight of the bagged goods Rear Most Bench Seat The seat position can be adjusted fore and aft to any of three positions normal rearward intermediate and full forward In this way varying needs for legroom and cargo space behind the seat can be accommodated Groce...

Page 145: ...passenger bench seat or 50 50 bench seat in the third position All rear seats are removable Rear Bench Seating Flexibility The 3 passenger bench seat may be adjusted to any of 3 positions on its tracks while installed in the vehicle The bench seat may also be moved to the second seating position or removed from the vehicle Release Lever Location UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 3 ...

Page 146: ...sition Rear seat ing for 3 passengers children is still provided 3 Additional Storage The 2nd and 3rd row seats installed The 3rd row bench seat is in the full forward position on the tracks and one or both of the rear seatbacks are folded down 4 Auxiliary Seating The middle quad seats are removed from the vehicle The 3 passenger bench seat can be installed in either the second or third row 146 UN...

Page 147: ...re installed Both seatbacks are in the upright position 2 Increased Storage Increased storage area is provided by folding either or both seatbacks With one seatback folded forward rear seating for another occupant is still provided Either or both seats may Fold and Tumble forward for more storage space For maximum storage remove the head restraint and place on the seat cushion then fold the seatba...

Page 148: ... row seats are removed from the vehicle Then the third row seats can be installed in either the rear or middle seat position If the seat is not occupied the seatback can be folded forward to obtain additional cargo space To fold the seatback forward pull the handle labeled 1 located behind the seat on the passenger side The seatback will latch in the folded position To assure the seatback is latch...

Page 149: ... be seated and using the proper restraint system 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 seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt prope...

Page 150: ...secure both latches Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision You could have a collision Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving LIGHTS All of the lights except the hazard warning lights are controlled by switches to the left o...

Page 151: ...is in the extreme top position NOTE The key must be out of the ignition switch or the ignition switch must be in the OFF position for this feature to operate Park Lights Turn this switch to the first detent to turn the park lights on This also turns on all instrument panel lighting Headlights Turn the headlight switch to the 2nd detent to turn the headlights and park lights on This also turns on a...

Page 152: ...rior lights except the front reading courtesy lights The interior lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this position Interior light Defeat OFF Rotate the dimmer control to the OFF position extreme bottom The interior lights will remain off when the doors or liftgate are open Parade Mode Daytime Brightness Feature Rotate the dimmer control to the first detent This feature brightens t...

Page 153: ...y The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the vehicle is running the headlights are off and the parking brake is off The headlight switch must be used for normal night time driving Lights on Reminder If the headlights or the park lights are left on or if the dimmer control is in the extreme top position after the ignition switch is turned off a chime will sound when the driver s door is o...

Page 154: ...ned back on or the ignition switch is turned on the delay will be cancelled The driver can choose when exiting the vehicle to have the headlamps remain on for 30 60 or 90 seconds or not remain on refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features for more information If the headlights are turned off before the ignition they will turn off in the normal manner NOTE Th...

Page 155: ...lly up or down If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate check for a defective outside turn signal light bulb If one of the indicators fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the indicator light is defective Turn Signal Warning If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled at over 18 mph 29 km h for about one mile with the turn signals on a chime will sound ...

Page 156: ...he lever to select the desired wiper speed NOTE Always remove any build up of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the OFF position If the windshield wiper switch is turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the OFF position damage to the wiper motor may occur To use the washer press the end of the multifunction lever in when spray is desired the washers will spray for...

Page 157: ... the windshield during freezing weather warm the windshield with defroster before and during wind shield washer use Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wipers when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be tween cycles desirable Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay interval The de...

Page 158: ...u could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Adjust the column only while the ve hicle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH IF EQUIPPED The TRAC indicator located below the instrument clus ter odometer will light up when the Traction Control is in use To turn the system OFF press the TRAC OFF switch located on the steering column until the TRAC OFF ind...

Page 159: ...even if you used the switch to turn the system OFF The Traction Control will make buzzing or clicking sounds when in operation REAR PARK SENSE SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This system is used to help drivers determine if an obstacle is in the way of the vehicle while it is backing up in addition to the use of inside rearview and outside mirrors Traction Control Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHI...

Page 160: ...low and red LEDs one set to warn of obstacles behind the left rear of the vehicle and the other set to warn of obstacles behind the right rear of the vehicle The driver can view the LEDs either through the rear view mirror or by looking at the display above the rear window The system dimly illuminates the two outer most yellow LEDs when it is ON and detecting no obstacles The following chart shows...

Page 161: ... 4th LED 31 5 in 80 cm 31 5 in 80 cm Yellow None 5th LED 25 5 in 65 cm 25 5 in 65 cm Yellow None 6th LED 20 in 50 cm 20 in 50 cm Yellow None 7th LED 16 in 40 cm 16 in 40 cm Red at 12 in 30 cm In termittent 8th LED 6 in 15 cm 12 in 30 cm Red at 8 in 20 cm Con tinuous NOTE The Rear Park Sense System will MUTE the radio if on when the audible warning is activated UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VE...

Page 162: ...r to the obstacle than the rear fascia when the warning display turns the red LEDs ON Also the sensors could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assembly depending on its size and shape giving a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle CAUTION To avoid vehicle damage the Rear Park Sense System should only be used as a parking aid and is unable to recognize every obstacle including ...

Page 163: ...ws both the brake and accelerator pedals to move toward or away from the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel The adjust able pedal system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position The switch is located on the right side of the steering column Press the button forward to move the pedals forward toward the front of the ve...

Page 164: ...table Pedal Disabled Cruise Control Engaged or Adjustable Pedal Disabled Vehicle In Reverse CAUTION Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal s path ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged this device takes ...

Page 165: ...system OFF when you aren t using it To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed press and release the SET button Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pushing the CANCEL button or normal braking while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the speed control without erasing the set speed memor...

Page 166: ... and the new speed will be set Tapping the COAST button once will result in a 1 mph 2 km h speed decrease Each time the button is tapped speed decreases To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return to the set speed NOTE The speed control system maintains speed up and down hills A slight speed change on moderate hills is ...

Page 167: ...sole can contain courtesy reading lights an optional universal garage door opener HomeLinkt storage for sunglasses compass temperature display a mini trip computer optional elec tronic vehicle information center EVIC power sliding door switches and an optional power liftgate switch NOTE To avoid unintentional operation of the power sliding doors from the rear seats press the ON OFF button located ...

Page 168: ...ch is on and will adjust in brightness when the dimmer control is rotated up or down Sunglass Storage At the rear of the overhead console a compartment is provided for the storage of two pair of sunglasses Press the door latch to open the compartment The door will slowly rotate to an open position Compass Temperature Display This display provides the outside temperature and one of eight compass re...

Page 169: ...anually To put into a Calibration Mode Turn on the ignition switch and set the display to Comp Temp Press the RESET button on vehicles equipped with a Compass Mini Trip Computer for at least 10 seconds until the CAL symbol appears On vehicles equipped with Compass Temp press and hold the C T and US M buttons for 10 seconds Release the RESET button and complete three 360 turns in an area free from ...

Page 170: ...ome areas of the country the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings If this occurs the compass variance must be set NOTE Magnetic materials should be kept away from the overhead console 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 171: ...ap Press the RESET button on vehicles equipped with a Compass Mini Trip Com puter or the C T button on vehicles equipped with Compass Temp to set the new variance zone and resume normal operation Mini Trip Computer This displays information on the following Average Fuel Economy ECO AVG Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset Distance To Empty DTE Shows the estimated distance that can b...

Page 172: ...settable functions Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped The Electronic Vehicle Information Center when the appropriate conditions exist displays the following WARNING messages and symbols Each message is accompanied by a single chime TURN SIGNALS ON with graphic PERFORM SERVICE DOOR AJAR one or more with ...

Page 173: ... display choices following appears Language When in this display you may select one of five lan guages for all display nomenclature including the trip computer functions Press the STEP button while in this display selects English Francaise Deutsch Italiano or Espanol As you continue the displayed information will be shown in the selected language Rear Park Sense If Equipped When this feature is se...

Page 174: ...g the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Use Factory Settings If Yes is selected all of the customer programmable features will be set to the factory default and not dis played If No is selected you can program the Vehicle Information Center to your own personal preferences Auto Door Locks When this feature is selected all doors and the liftgate lock automatically when the spee...

Page 175: ...d accelerator pedals and radio station presets to their memory set positions If this feature is not selected the driver s seat driver s mirror adjustable pedals and radio settings can only return to their memory set positions using the memory recall buttons 1 or 2 on the driver s door panel Any transmitter linked to memory will remain linked but will not recall the memory positions The transmitter...

Page 176: ... will select Yes or No Headlamp Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose when exiting the vehicle to have the headlamps remain on for 30 60 or 90 seconds or not remain on Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select 30 60 90 or OFF Headlamp On With Wipers Available with Auto Headlights Only When this feature is selected and the headlight switch has been moved to the A...

Page 177: ...versal Transceiver is dis abled when the Vehicle Theft Alarm is active For additional information on HomeLinkt call 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com WARNING A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a stop and reverse feature ...

Page 178: ...outside the garage Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the second Accessory position for programming and or operation of HomeLink It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for more efficient train ing and accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal 1 Press and hold the two outer Home...

Page 179: ...procedures noted in the 9Gate Operator Canadian Pro gramming9 section 4 The HomeLink indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons after the indicator light changes from the slow to the rapid flash 5 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light or th...

Page 180: ...ound where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 2 Firmly press and release the 9learn9 or 9smart9 button The name and color of the button may vary by manu facturer NOTE There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step Three 3 Return to the vehicle and firmly press hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button Repeat the press hold release sequence a second ti...

Page 181: ...old the HomeLink button while you press and release every two seconds 9cycle9 your hand held transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly Proceed with 9Programming9 Step Four to complete Using HomeLink To operate simply press and release the programmed HomeLink button Activation will now occur for the train...

Page 182: ...h 9Programming9 Step Two For questions or comments contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Security If you sell your vehicle be sure to erase the frequencies by following the Erasing HomeLink Buttons instruc tions in this section This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cau...

Page 183: ...lly Press and hold the button located to the right of the sunroof switch to open the vent The sunroof can be stopped at any position between closed and full vent To close the sunroof from the vent position press and hold the switch forward Releasing the switch will stop the movement of the sunroof and the sunroof will remain in the partial vent position until the switch is pushed forward again Exp...

Page 184: ...wer windows other controls or move the vehicle WARNING In an accident there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof Never allow fingers or other body parts or any object to project ...

Page 185: ...t is connected directly to the battery The upper outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit if equipped with an optional Smoker s Package A third outlet is located on the driver s side just to the rear of the sliding door and is also controlled by the ignition switch The lower and rear outlets will not accommodate a conventional cigar lighter unit The outlets include tethered caps ...

Page 186: ...use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent engine starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these intermittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long perio...

Page 187: ...ush the arm toward the container until the container is held stable There are adjustable positions for the arm so the cupholder can accommodate a wide variety of container types and sizes including those with handles The arms of the cupholder can be adjusted in or out without damaging the detent mechanism NOTE Be sure the drawer is pulled out completely otherwise the adjustable arm detents will no...

Page 188: ... it into position For cleaning of the ash receiver its removal is accomplished by inserting the end of a key in the pry slot that is molded into the rear edge of the ash receiver and then twisting the key slightly Rear Cupholders There are dual stationary cupholders located in the passenger side rear trim panel and a single stationary cup holder on the driver side rear trim panel There are also du...

Page 189: ...he cupholder to its normal position simply push the cupholder up to snap it into place The floor mat must be in position for optimum cup holder operation There are also two cupholders and a flat tray on the seat back of the quad seats These can be used when the seat back is folded forward Quad Seat Cupholder UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 3 ...

Page 190: ...with the ignition key Second Row Seat Storage bins If Equipped The Seat Storage Bins are located on the floor in front of the second row seats the area below the covers can be used for storage when the second row seat is in the upright position Front Seat Storage Bin Storage Bin Cover Lock Release 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 191: ...t properly latched Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin cover open Keep the storage bin cover closed and latched while the vehicle is in motion Do not operate the storage bin cover while the vehicle is in motion Overhead Rail System If Equipped The overhead rail system contains provisions for three movable and removable overhead storage bins The storage bins may be placed anywhere on the ...

Page 192: ...isengage the bin from the rail 3 Remove the storage bin NOTE Make sure the latch handle pops out before removing the storage bin To reinstall the storage bins place the bin in the desired location on the overhead rail push firmly upward on the bin with one hand while pushing in on the latch handle 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 193: ...emovable floor console has a two power outlets storage tray light removable cell phone holder tissue holder pen holder and a map holder It can be removed from the vehicle by pulling the release handle inside the floor console To remove the console use the following procedure 1 Open the console lid and remove the storage tray 2 Pull up on the release handle located inside the floor console and slid...

Page 194: ... phone holder upward 2 Squeeze the legs together to disengage the holder from the floor console and remove the cell phone holder To reinstall the cell phone holder align the pivot legs into the guides and push forward to snap the legs into place Removable Floor Console Without Stow n Go Seating If Equipped The removable floor console has a power outlet storage tray light cell phone holder tissue h...

Page 195: ...e the floor console reinstall the storage tray and close the rear lid 3 Using the front and rear grab handles slide the console rearward to disengage the front of the console and lift up to remove the console from the floor 4 Place the rubber mat on the floor tray Removable Floor Console Removable Floor Console Release Handle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 3 ...

Page 196: ...s firmly attached WARNING In an accident serious injury could result if the removable floor console is not properly installed Always be sure the removable floor console is fully latched NOTE When the removable floor console is located between the middle seats the power outlet only has power supplied to it when the ignition switch is ON Cell Phone Holder 1 Open the front lid and remove the cell pho...

Page 197: ...vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent engine starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged i...

Page 198: ...r disengage from the vehicle Cargo Area Storage The seats in your vehicle are in line which enables you to stow long objects such as lumber or skis on the floor without moving the seats NOTE With all rear seat backs folded a 4 x 8 foot sheet of building material may be stored in the long wheelbase body style on top of the folded seats with the liftgate closed The front seats must be moved slightly...

Page 199: ...tributed over the luggage rack crossbars Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle Be sure the total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity Rear Cargo Area Loading Limit Roof Rack UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 3 ...

Page 200: ...lways be used to tie down the load Check the straps frequently to be sure that the load remains securely attached CAUTION Crossbars should remain equally spaced or parallel at any luggage rack position for proper function Noncompliance could result in damage to the lug gage rack cargo and or vehicle To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 1...

Page 201: ...rrect height It takes approximately 1 mile 1 6 km of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15 hours the leveling system will bleed itself down The vehicle must be driven to reset the system WARNING Do not install the load leveling system on vehicles that are not equipped with Anti Lock Brakes Ve hicles withou...

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Page 203: ...k 220 Clock Setting Procedure 220 m Radio General Information 220 Radio Broadcast Signals 220 Two Types Of Signals 221 Electrical Disturbances 221 AM Reception 221 FM Reception 221 m Sales Code RAZ AM FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player CD Player And CD Changer Controls 222 Operating Instructions Radio 222 Power Switch Volume Control 222 Seek Button Radio Mode 222 Tuning 223 Radio Data Syste...

Page 204: ...layer 226 Seek Button 226 Fast Forward FF 227 Rewind RW 227 Tape Eject 227 Scan Button 227 Changing Tape Direction 227 Metal Tape Selection 227 Pinch Roller Release 228 Noise Reduction 228 Operating Instructions CD Player 228 Inserting The Compact Disc 228 Seek Button 229 EJT CD Eject Button 229 FF Tune RW 230 Program Button 4 Random Play 230 Mode 230 Tape CD Button 230 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INST...

Page 205: ...udio Play 241 Operating Instructions MP3 Player Portable Walkman 242 Operating Instructions Video Games Camcorders 242 m Sales Code RBQ AM FM Stereo Radio With 6 Disc CD Changer 243 Radio Operation 244 CD Player Operation 246 m Sales Code RBK AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD Changer Controls 251 Radio Operation 251 CD Player Operation 253 CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped 255 m Sal...

Page 206: ...lkman 270 Operating Instructions Video Games Camcorders 270 m Satellite Radio If Equipped 271 System Activation 271 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ENS SID 271 Selecting Satellite Mode In RAH And RBK Radios 272 Selecting Satellite Mode In RBU RAZ RB1 And RBQ Radios 272 Selecting a Channel 272 Storing And Selecting Pre Set Channels 273 Using The PTY Program Type Button If Equi...

Page 207: ...n 284 Manual Rear Zone Climate Control If Equipped 286 Automatic Temperature Control If Equipped 289 m Rear Window Features 301 Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation Manual Temperature Control Only 301 Rear Washer Operation Manual Temperature Control Only 302 Rear Wiper Operation Automatic Temperature Control Only 303 Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation Automatic Temperature Control Only 303 Rear Washer...

Page 208: ...INSTRUMENT PANELS AND CONTROLS 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 209: ...BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 4 ...

Page 210: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH TACH 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 211: ...e of your tires is significantly underinflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illumi nates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s...

Page 212: ... sealant from a can or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS as damage to the sensors may result 3 Low Fuel Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 3 0 gallons 11 0 liters this light will turn on and remain on until fuel is added 4 Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated If the vehicle electronics sens...

Page 213: ...ulic system Failure of 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 light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi tions The vehicle should have service pe...

Page 214: ... in the ON position NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 9 Airbag Light This light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned 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 possib...

Page 215: ...diate service should be obtained 13 Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON this light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check During the bulb check if the driver s and or the occupied front passenger s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb check or when driving if the driver s and or the occupied front passenger s seat belt remains unbuckled...

Page 216: ... 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 conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal...

Page 217: ...transaxle gear selection NOTE You must apply the brakes before shifting from Park 19 Oil Pressure Warning Light This light shows low engine oil pressure The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound for 4 minutes when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle u...

Page 218: ...hes to alert to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs 22 Trac Off Indicator If Equipped This display indicator should illuminate for approxi mately four seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON The TRAC OFF Indicator will flash if the traction co...

Page 219: ...ometer reading is changed during repair or replacement be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the service so that the correct mileage can be determined The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage To switch from odometer to trip odometer press the Trip Odometer button Loose Fuel Filler Cap If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose improperly...

Page 220: ...or when the radio frequency is being displayed time keeping is accurately maintained Clock Setting Procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position and press the time button Using the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object press either the hour H or minute M buttons on the radio 2 Press the H button to set hours or the M button to set minutes The time setting will increase each tim...

Page 221: ...tude and thus remain a part of the AM reception They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the FM signal AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplitude so AM reception can be disrupted by such things as lightning power lines and neon signs FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia tions interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filt...

Page 222: ...the radio Power Switch Volume Control Press the ON VOL control to turn the radio on Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume The volume will be displayed and continuously updated while the button is pressed Seek Button Radio Mode Press and release the Seek button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek...

Page 223: ...tation s name or call letters for example 9WNIC9 Typically these are 8 characters in length and are displayed by the radio for those stations which are broadcasting this information PTY Program Type is used to characterize the station s program ma terial for example 9Rock Music9 PTY Program Type Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during t...

Page 224: ...ther Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode The radio display will flash SEEK and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station If no station is found with the selected PTY program type the radio will return to ...

Page 225: ...nd push the button back in The fade will be displayed and continuously updated while the button is turned Tone Control Slide the Bass and or Treble controls up or down to adjust the sound for the desired tone The treble and bass will be displayed and continuously updated while the slide is moved AM FM Selection Press the AM FM button to change from AM to FM The operating mode will be displayed nex...

Page 226: ...M This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into memory You can recall the stations stored in SET 2 memory by pressing the push button twice To Change From Clock To Radio Mode Press the Time button to change the display between radio frequency and time Operating Instructions Tape Player Insert the cassette with the exposed tape side toward the right and the mechanical action of ...

Page 227: ...n is pressed again or until the end of the tape is reached At the end of the tape the tape will play in the opposite direction Tape Eject Press the EJT Tape button and the cassette will disengage and eject from the radio Scan Button Press this button to play 10 seconds of each selection Press the scan button a second time to cancel the feature Changing Tape Direction If you wish to change the dire...

Page 228: ...y reactivated each time a tape is inserted Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Labo ratories Licensing Corporation Operating Instructions CD Player NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the volume control ON before the CD player will operate CAUTION This CD play...

Page 229: ... a disc with the ignition OFF the display will show the time of day for about 5 seconds then go out Seek Button Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection EJT CD Eject Button ...

Page 230: ...rse to the beginning of the track and begin playing Press button 4 a second time to stop Random Play MODE Press the MODE button to select between the tape player CD player or satellite radio if equipped To select Satellite Radio if equipped press the MODE button until the word SIRIUS appears The following will be displayed in this order After three seconds the current channel name and number will ...

Page 231: ...gram Button 1 Press the DISC up button 1 button to play the next available disc Disc Down Program Button 5 Press the DISC down button 5 button to play the previous disc Seek Button Press the SEEK up or down to select another track on the same disc A SEEK symbol will appear on the display Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Press and hold the FF button for fast forward Press and hold the RW button for ...

Page 232: ...oo hot CD HOT will pause the operation Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected or another MODE is selected An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following reasons Excessive vibration Disc inserted upside down Damaged disc Water condensation on optics SALES CODE REV AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD DVD CHANGER C...

Page 233: ...nce while in FM mode will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Pressing the TUNE button within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broadcast PTY information Toggle the TUNE button to select the following format types Program Type Radio Display Adult Hits Adult Hi...

Page 234: ...y pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name The PTY function only operates when in the FM and Satellite if equipped modes The radio display will flash SEEK and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station If no station is found with the selected PTY program type the radio wi...

Page 235: ...ss the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency If you press and hold the button the radio will continue to tune until you release the button The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pressed Balance The Balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Press the AUDIO button select BALANCE then press SEEK or SEEK 2 to adjust the ba...

Page 236: ...et for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into memory You can recall the stations stored in SET 2 memory by pressing the push button twice To Change From Clock To Radio Mode Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Ind...

Page 237: ... If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF the display will show the time of day If you insert a disc with the ignition OFF the display will show the time of day for about 5 seconds then go out If the power is ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play w...

Page 238: ...m Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press TUNE FF to fast forward through the tracks Press the FF button a second time to stop the fast forward feature If TUNE RW is pressed the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing...

Page 239: ...y the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of directory levels 15 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders 100 Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator 9 9 and a 3 character extension Level 2 31 including a separator 9 9 and a 3 character extension Multis...

Page 240: ...PEG Specifi cation Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios Playlist files are not supported MP3 Pro fil...

Page 241: ...Pressing the SEEK 2 button plays the beginning of the MP3 file Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the previous file INFO Button CD Mode For MP3 Play Press and INFO button while playing MP3 disc The radio scrolls through the following TAG information Song Title Artist File Name and Folder Name if avail able Press the INFO button once more to return to 9elapsed time9 priority mod...

Page 242: ...nual Operating Instructions MP3 Player Portable Walkman An MP3 player can be connected to the audio system Connect the cables to the RCA jacks located on the front of the CD DVD changer NOTE Follow the manufactures instructions for the correct colors when connecting the RCA cables Refer to the illustration below Operating Instructions Video Games Camcorders A video game unit or camcorder can be co...

Page 243: ...te 3 Right audio in red NOTE MP3 player s video game systems camcorders connected to the RCA jacks and CD s or DVD s inserted into the radio can be heard through the headphones or the cabin when AUX Mode is selected SALES CODE RBQ AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH 6 DISC CD CHANGER NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate RBQ Radio UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PAN...

Page 244: ...five seconds The current program type and channel number will then be displayed for five seconds The current channel name and number will then be displayed until an action occurs CD s may remain in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to se...

Page 245: ...ush button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the corresponding push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Audio The audio button controls the BASS TREBLE BAL ANCE and FADE Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed Press the SEEK or SEEK to increase or decrease the Bass tones Press the AUDIO butto...

Page 246: ...or compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CD Player Operation NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the Power Volume control pushed ON before the CD player will operate Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 inch 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism You may either insert o...

Page 247: ...d and move to the entrance for easy removal Radio display will show ejecting when it is being ejected If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will continue to play the non removed CD If the CD is removed and there are other CD s in the radio the radio will play the next CD If the CD is removed and there are no othe...

Page 248: ... selected track Press the SET RND button a second time to stop Random Play PTY Program Type Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Pressing the PTY button repeatedly within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broadcast PTY info...

Page 249: ...eather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode The radio display will flash SEEK and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station If no station is found with the selected PTY program type the radio will return to the la...

Page 250: ...the CD player may skip momentarily Skipping will not damage the disc or the player and play will resume automatically As a safeguard and to protect your CD player one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot CD HOT will pause the operation Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected or another MODE is selected C...

Page 251: ...ition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up or the bottom to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding the button in will bypass stations without stopping until you release it Tune...

Page 252: ... each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button i...

Page 253: ...eo station is received Time Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undes...

Page 254: ...nd seconds Play will begin at the start of track one Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection EJT Eject Press the EJT button and the disc will unload and move to the entran...

Page 255: ...ton repeatedly to select between the CD player the optional remote CD changer and the Satellite Radio if equipped When Satellite Radio if equipped is selected SAT will appear in your radio display A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite mode Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped Th...

Page 256: ...o output can be heard when fast forward and fast reverse are activated Random Play RND Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer Operating Instructions Satellite Radio Mode If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the...

Page 257: ...ted An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following reasons Excessive vibration Disc inserted upside down Damaged disc Water condensation on optics SALES CODE RB1 AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH DVD GPS NAVIGATION SYSTEM The Navigation Radio with DVD GPS provides maps turn identification selection menus instructions for se lecting a variety of destin...

Page 258: ...m s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone and daylight savings information is set To manually set the clock change the time zone or change daylight savings information use a ball point pen or similar object to press the hour H or minute M buttons on the radio The Setup screen appears Setting the Clock 1 Press the H button on the faceplate to change the hour or the M button on the face...

Page 259: ...nished 6 Select Done to exit from the clock setting mode 6 DISC CD DVD CHANGER RDV IF EQUIPPED The Rear Seat Audio Video System allows passengers to listen to a CD or DVD from the 6 disc CD DVD changer through wireless headphones while the front seat pas sengers listen to either AM FM Cassette or CDs from the radio speakers A remote control is provided for func tions such as changing tracks or DVD...

Page 260: ...and will accept up to six discs The base version is a single disc player and will only accept one disc To insert disc s into the changer follow the instructions shown 1 On vehicles equipped with the premium version select and press any numbered button without an illumi nated light above it 2 Gently insert the disc with the label facing up while the light below the loading slot is illuminated On ve...

Page 261: ...tically in approximately 10 seconds after the DVD disc menu is displayed If the DVD does not play automatically press the ENTER button on the remote control or on the side of the video screen to select play from the menu options The radio display will show the chapter number and index time in hours and minutes of the DVD or the track number minutes and second of the CD NOTE You may eject a disc wi...

Page 262: ...onal discs from the premium version multi disc changer first select the numbered button where the disc is located and then press the EJT button Remote Control Operating Instructions NOTE Aim the remote control at the radio located on the center of the instrument panel and press the desired button Direct sunlight or objects blocking the line of sight may affect the function of the remote control Re...

Page 263: ... Enter 18 Light Headphone Transmitter Button 1 The headphone transmitter button on the remote control and the power button on the headphones must be turned ON before sound can be heard from the headphones On some radios the headphone symbol will flash for ap proximately 5 seconds in the radio display indicating the headphones are in use ARROW Buttons 2 3 15 16 These arrow buttons only function in ...

Page 264: ...e the arrow to move up or down Once the arrow is on the desired selection press ENTER When finished press setup or play to return to playing the CD DVD or Menu to return to the disc menu PAUSE PLAY Button 6 This button only functions in DVD video mode Press this button once to pause the video press a second time to play the video MUTE Button 7 No function DISP Button 8 This button only functions i...

Page 265: ...e beginning of the current chapter or track Press the down arrow or PREV button twice within two seconds to return to the previous chapter or track Each press of the NEXT PREV button up or down will toggle through the chapters or tracks FF RW Buttons 3 16 Press and hold FF Fast Forward once and the CD DVD changer will begin to fast forward until the FF button is released The RW Reverse button work...

Page 266: ... remote control slide the cover rearward The replacement batteries for the remote control are two AAA batteries Operating Instructions Video Screen Push up on the release button to lower the video screen Lowering Video Screen 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 267: ...ton This button will enter the selection from the on screen menu 3 Brightness Button Changes the brightness of the screen picture Video Screen and Controls 1 Screen Width Button 2 Enter Button 3 Brightness Button 4 Video Screen Latch UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 4 ...

Page 268: ... are ON NOTE The headphones will turn off automatically in ap proximately 3 minutes if they lose the signal form the system or when the radio or rear audio video system is turned off Volume Control Rotate the volume control to adjust the volume to the desired listening level Headphone Battery Service Press the button at the bottom of each headphone earpiece and lift the cover upward Headphone Cont...

Page 269: ... cause undesired operation If you do not hear sound coming from the headphones check for the following conditions 1 Rear Seat Audio Video System and headphones are on Press the headphone transmitter button 1 on the remote control and the power button on the headphones An indicator light will illuminate on the headphone earpiece to indicate the headphones are ON 2 Weak batteries in the headphones 3...

Page 270: ... the cables to the RCA jacks located on the front of the CD DVD changer NOTE To operate a video game unit a DC to AC adapter may be required plug the adapter into any power outlet Listed below is the standard RCA Jack Cable connection You may also want to refer to the manufacture s instructions for the correct colors when connecting the RCA cables 1 Video in yellow 2 Left audio in white 3 Right au...

Page 271: ...r Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ENS SID The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Num ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access With RAH and RBK Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the Tape Eject or CD Eject depend ing on the radio type...

Page 272: ... word 9SIRIUS9 appears in the display These radios will also display the following After 3 seconds the current channel name and channel number will be displayed for 5 seconds The current program type and channel number will then be displayed for 5 seconds The current channel number will then be displayed until an action occurs A CD or tape may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode ...

Page 273: ...l not erase any AM or FM pre set memory stations Follow the memory pre set procedures that apply to your radio Using the PTY Program Type Button If Equipped Follow the PTY button instructions that apply to your radio PTY Button SCAN When the desired program type is obtained press the 9SCAN9 button within five seconds The radio will play 7 seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next c...

Page 274: ...rrupted due to one of the following reasons The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHON...

Page 275: ... increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume Pressing the center button changes the operation of the radio from AM to FM to Tape or CD mode depending on which radio is in the vehicle The left hand rocker switch has a push button in the center The function of the left hand switch is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes th...

Page 276: ... second selection three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left hand switch has no function in this mode CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begin...

Page 277: ...p around and become lodged in the tape transport The other adverse condition is low or muddy sound from one or both channels as if the treble tone control were turned all the way down To prevent this you should periodically clean the head with a commercially available WET cleaning cassette As preventive maintenance clean the head about every 30 hours of use If you wait until the head becomes very ...

Page 278: ...nditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Front Blower Control The Front Blower Control selects whether the Cli mate Control System is ON or OFF When the blower control is set to the O OFF position the front blower will turn off and the system will be placed in the Recirculation Manual Air Conditioning and H...

Page 279: ... With the Dual Zone Temperature Control System each front seat occupant can independently control the tem perature of air coming from the outlets on their side of the vehicle This is accomplished by having a separate temperature control lever for both the driver and front seat passenger The blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures Dual Z...

Page 280: ...terns of air distribution NOTE To improve your selection choices the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes These intermediate positions are iden tified by the small dots Panel Mode Panel Outlets 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 281: ...ct the flow of air Moving the air vane knob on the center outlets down will close off the air flow from the center outlets The thumbwheel next to the outboard outlets can be rotated to regulate or shut off the air flow from these outlets Bi Level Mode Bi Level Outlets UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 4 ...

Page 282: ...outlets NOTE In many temperature lever positions the bi level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets Floor Outlets 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 283: ...snowy conditions It allows you to stay comfortable while keep ing the windshield clear Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets Use this setting when necessary to defrost your windshield and side windows Mix Outlets Defrost Outlets UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 4 ...

Page 284: ...e until the engine has been running for a few seconds If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected check the A C air filter if so equipped and the front of the A C condenser for an accumulation of dirt or insects The A C condenser is located in front of the radiator The A C air filter is located under the instrument panel on the passenger side Fabric type fascia protectors tend t...

Page 285: ... recirculation is not allowed A C Recirculation Programming The recirculation control is programmed to cancel the recirculation mode when the ignition key is turned OFF and will reset to outside air mode when the ignition key is turned ON The frequent use of outside air will help keep odors from building up within the air conditioner heater housing It is recommended that the recirculation mode be ...

Page 286: ...recirculation mode will reset to the outside air mode when the engine is started The programmed status can be changed back and forth by following the above mentioned procedure Manual Rear Zone Climate Control If Equipped The Manual Rear Zone Climate Control system has floor air outlets to the rear of the right side sliding door and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position The unit p...

Page 287: ... Only when the primary control for the rear blower is in the REAR position do the second seat occupants have control of the rear blower speed The rear blower control located in the headliner near the center of the vehicle has an OFF position and 3 blower speed positions This allows the second seat occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle Rear Blower Control UNDE...

Page 288: ...ode When the temperature knob is in the cold position cold air will be delivered from the headliner outlets As the rear temperature knob is turned towards hot the air will get warmer and the air will be delivered from both the headliner and floor outlets When the rear temperature knob reaches the full hot position all of the air will be delivered from the floor outlets When the center knob on the ...

Page 289: ...tem automatically adjusts the air temperature the air flow volume and amount of outside air recirculation This maintains a comfortable temperature even under changing conditions Operation of the system is quite simple Begin by press ing the auto rocker switch to the HI or LO position the word AUTO will illuminate in the front ATC display along with HI or LO The system will then automatically regul...

Page 290: ...ng the US M customer programmable feature Refer to the Overhead Console Customer Program mable Features in Section 3 of this manual To provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic mode during cold start ups the blower fan will remain off and DELAY will appear in the front ATC display until the engine warms up Also an estimate of the time remaining until the DELAY is over will appear peri odic...

Page 291: ...he manual mode NOTE Each of these features operate independently from each other If any one feature is controlled manually the remaining features will continue to operate automati cally The left blower control knob can be set to any fixed blower speed by rotating the knob from low to high The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected or either the 9Auto HI9 or 9Aut...

Page 292: ...djusted to direct the flow of air Moving the air vane knob on the center outlets down will close off the air flow from the center outlets The thumbwheel next to the outboard outlets can be rotated to regulate or shut off the air flow from these outlets Panel Outlets 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 293: ... A slight amount of air is also directed through the side window demister outlets NOTE In many temperature positions the bi level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets Bi Level Outlets UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 4 ...

Page 294: ...rost and side window demister outlets Mix Mode Air comes from the floor defrost and side window demist outlets This mode works best in cold or snowy conditions It allows you to stay comfortable while keep ing the windshield clear Floor Outlets Mix Outlets 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 295: ...ioning system When the snowflake symbol in the ATC display is on cool dehumidified air flows through the air outlets If economy mode is desired press the snowflake button to turn off the snowflake icon in the ATC display and deactivate the air conditioning system Note While operating in 9auto hi9 or 9auto lo9 the air conditioning system is always activated If fog or mist appears on the windshield ...

Page 296: ...ts at each outboard rear seating position The system provides heated air through the floor outlets or cool dehumidified air through the head liner outlets The REAR SYSTEM knob for the Rear Automatic Temperature Control System is on the front ATC control unit located on the instrument panel Selecting the AUTO position for the Rear Automatic Temperature Control System from the front ATC control unit...

Page 297: ... that comfort level automatically When the system is set up for your comfort level it is not necessary to change the settings You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically NOTE It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles The system automatically adjusts the temperature mode and fan speed to provide comfort as q...

Page 298: ...air enters the Rear Automatic Temperature Control System through an intake grille located in the passenger side trim panel behind the third seat The heater outlets are located in the passenger side trim panel just behind the sliding door Do not block or place objects directly in front of the inlet grille or heater outlets The electrical system could overload causing damage to the blower motor Rear...

Page 299: ...rature positions the bi level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets Headliner Mode Air comes from the outlets in the headliner Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air Moving the air vane knob on the outlets to one side will shut off the air flow Summer Operation The engine cooling system in ai...

Page 300: ...run the air condi tioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of com pressor damage when the system is started again Window Fogging Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild rainy or humid weather To clear the windows select 9defrost9 or 9mix9 mode and increase the front blow...

Page 301: ...r Operation Manual Temperature Control Only The controls are located on the Manual Tempera ture Control head above the front blower control When the button is pressed and released and the Ignition Switch in ON the rear wiper will operate at a fixed interval of about 8 seconds As vehicle speed increases the time delay will shorten The LED indicator will light when the wiper is ON Pressing and relea...

Page 302: ...released then resume inter mittent operation If the button was pressed and held when the intermittent wiper is off the wiper will operate for two cycles then turn off The LED will not illuminate when Washer is selected and Intermittent is OFF NOTE The washer will stop spraying if the switch is pressed longer than 10 seconds Vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Control the controls for thes...

Page 303: ...e wiper is ON Rear Washer Operation Automatic Temperature Control Only Press and hold the button as long as spray is desired If the switch is depressed while the wipers are on the wipers will operate for a few seconds after the switch is released then resume the previously set mode of intermittent wiper or continuous wipe If the switch is depressed when the wipers are off the wipers will operate f...

Page 304: ...d a full gallon of fluid when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates Electric Rear Window Defroster If Equipped Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the optional heated mirrors A light will show that the defroster is on The defroster automati cally turns off after about 10 minutes of operation Washer Fluid Reservoir 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 305: ...splay screen when the rear window defroster is on CAUTION To avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the rear window defroster do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 4 ...

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Page 307: ...ting Above 4 000 Ft 1 219 m 312 If Engine Fails To Start 313 After Starting 314 m Engine Block Heater If Equipped 315 m Automatic Transmission 315 Brake Transmission Interlock System 316 Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System 316 Four Speed Automatic Transmission 316 m Parking Brake 319 m Brake System 321 Anti Lock Brake System If Equipped 321 m Traction Control If Equipped 324 5 ...

Page 308: ...Inflation Pressures 337 Radial Ply Tires 339 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 340 Limited Use Spare If Equipped 341 Tire Spinning 341 Tread Wear Indicators 342 Life Of Tire 343 Replacement Tires 343 Alignment And Balance 344 m Tire Chains 345 m Snow Tires 346 m Tire Rotation 346 m Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS If Equipped 347 Base Tire Pressure Monitoring System Without Electronic Vehicle Inform...

Page 309: ... 353 Reformulated Gasoline 354 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 354 MMT In Gasoline 355 Materials Added To Fuel 355 Fuel System Cautions 356 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 356 m Adding Fuel 357 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 357 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 359 m Flexible Fuel Fleet Vehicles Only 360 E 85 General Information 360 Ethanol Fuel E 85 361 Fuel Requirements 361 Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Ve...

Page 310: ... Weight 365 Overloading 365 Loading 366 m Trailer Towing 367 Common Towing Definitions 368 Trailer Hitch Classification 371 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 372 Trailer And Tongue Weight 374 Towing Requirements 376 Towing Tips 381 m Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 382 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground 382 310 STA...

Page 311: ...heat in the exhaust system resulting in overheating and vehicle fire which may cause serious or fatal injuries NEVER leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Do not ...

Page 312: ...to 15 seconds and repeat steps 1 5 NOTE This vehicle is equipped with a transmission shift interlocking system The brake pedal must be depressed to shift out of Park P Extremely Cold Weather Starting Below 220 F 29 C Follow the same instructions in the Normal Starting procedure To insure reliable starting at these temperatures use of an externally powered electric engine block heater available fro...

Page 313: ...This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury STAR...

Page 314: ... See section 6 of this manual for the proper jump starting procedures and follow them carefully If the engine has been flooded it may start to run but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released If this occurs continue cranking with the accel erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly If the engi...

Page 315: ...member to disconnect the cord before driving Damage to the 110 115 volt electrical cord could cause electrocution AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idl...

Page 316: ...ke pedal first before moving the gear selector out of PARK Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the OFF or ON positions NOTE If a malfunction occurs the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inop...

Page 317: ...p the vehicle and shift into Park P Turn the key to OFF then restart the engine Shift into the desired range and resume driving NOTE Even if the transmission can be reset it is recommended that you visit a dealer at your earliest possible convenience Your dealer has diagnostic equip ment to determine if the problem could recur If the transmission cannot be reset dealer service is required Gear Ran...

Page 318: ...ng conditions i e in hilly terrain traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers using the 3 position will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up 3 Drive This range eliminates shifts into Overdrive The transmis sion will operate normally in First Second and Third while in this range The 3 position should also be used when...

Page 319: ...ARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch on the brake light in the instrument cluster will turn on NOTE This light only shows that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application Before leaving the vehicle make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the Park position To release the parking brake pull ...

Page 320: ...o be certain to leave an automatic transmission in Park a manual transmission in Reverse or first gear Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury NEVER leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child coul...

Page 321: ...e normal capability the remaining system will still function There will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness This may be evident by increased pedal travel during application greater pedal force required to slow or stop and potential activation of the Brake Warning Lamp Anti Lock Brake System If Equipped The Anti Lock Brake System provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance ...

Page 322: ...e light will come 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 comes on while driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS...

Page 323: ... goes into Anti lock The ABS motor running it may continue to run for a short time after the stop the clicking sound of solenoid valves brake pedal pulsations and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop These are all normal characteristics of ABS WARNING The Anti Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference cause...

Page 324: ... a driven axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning The Traction Control System reduces wheel slip and maintains traction at the driving front wheels The system reduces wheel slip by engaging the brake on the wheel that is losing traction spinning The system operate...

Page 325: ... to rock the vehicle free POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost If for some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a substantial i...

Page 326: ...ERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered wet or other slip pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati cally to the right or left This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the front driving wheels WARNING Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is danger ous Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front wheels You could...

Page 327: ...rms or when roads are slushy 2 Slow down if road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front to avoid a collision in a sudden stop TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE P Passenger Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards P Me...

Page 328: ...he size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have the letter T molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa tion Example T145 80D18 103M High Flotation tire sizing is based on U S design standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded into the sidewall Example 31...

Page 329: ...uction Code 9R9 means Radial Construction 9D9 means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in Service Description 95 Load Index A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H Speed Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions STARTING AND OPERATING 329 5 ...

Page 330: ...ure Maximum Load Maximum Load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry Maximum Pressure Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code ...

Page 331: ...ing the tire size 2 digits ABCD Code used by tire manufacturer 1 to 4 digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 01 means the year 2001 Prior to July 2000 tire manufacturers were only required to have 1 number to represent the year in which the tire was manufact...

Page 332: ...ocation NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information 332 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 333: ...vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWR s for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded For further information on GAWR s vehicle loading and trailer towing refer to the Vehicle Loading section of this manual To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on the Tire and ...

Page 334: ...rgo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capaci ties of your vehicle with varyin...

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Page 336: ...s and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems You could lose control of your vehicle Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fai...

Page 337: ...e inflation contributes to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed either on the face of the driver s door or on the driver s side B pillar Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition These pressur...

Page 338: ...the valve stem Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 km after a 3 hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure molded into the tire sidewall Check tire pres...

Page 339: ...mportant Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera tion Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi mum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail You could have a s...

Page 340: ...y use spare tires are for emergency use only With these tires do not drive more than 50 mph 80 km h Temporary use spare tires have limited tread life When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control Do not inst...

Page 341: ...he same tire replace or repair the original tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity WARNING The limited use spare tires are for emergency use only Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling With this tire do not drive more than 60 mph 100 km h Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on either your tire placard or limited use spare tire ...

Page 342: ...yone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 inch 2 mm When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the tire should be ...

Page 343: ...ide 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 t...

Page 344: ...acity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result...

Page 345: ...it is important that only chains in good condition are used Broken chains can cause serious damage Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could indicate chain breakage Re move the damaged parts of the chain before further use Install chains on the front wheels as tightly as possible and then retighten after driving about 1 2 mile 0 8 km Do not exceed 45 mph 70 km h Drive cautiously and ...

Page 346: ...t tires Use snow tires only in sets of 4 failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph 120 km h TIRE ROTATION Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steeri...

Page 347: ...sure based on the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure the plac ard is located on the drivers side B Pillar The tire pressure will vary with the temperature by about 1 psi 6 9 kPa for every 12 F 6 5 C This means that when the outside temperature decreases the tire pressure will decrease The tire pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustm...

Page 348: ...ish once the updated tire pressures have been received NOTE The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph 25 km h to receive this infor mation Base Tire Pressure Monitoring System without Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure level...

Page 349: ...e been received NOTE The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph 25 km h to receive this infor mation NOTE A low spare or compact tire pressure will not cause the Tire Pressure Monitor System Telltale Lamp to illuminate or the chime to sound Base Tire Pressure Monitoring System with Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS...

Page 350: ...on Center EVIC will display the number of tire s that are low followed by the Tire Low Pressure text message Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible check the inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle and inflate each tire to the pressure recommended by the vehicle tire pressure placard The system will automati cally update the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS Telltale Lamp wi...

Page 351: ... that it detects NOTE If a temporary spare tire is in use and none of the remaining 3 active road tire pressures are low a SERVICE TIRE SYSTEM SOON textual message will appear in the EVIC after 10 minutes of driving CAUTION The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your ...

Page 352: ...rin flation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte nance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp Using Your Compact Spare Basic...

Page 353: ...ndesired op eration The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses United States KR5S120123 Canada 2671 S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is designed to meet all emis sion regulations and provide excellent fuel economy when using high quality regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 The use of premium gasoline is not recommended The use of premium gaso ...

Page 354: ... 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 dura...

Page 355: ...ed with MMT have shown to reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance in some vehicles The manufacturer recom mends using gasolines without MMT Since the MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the pump you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not his her gasoline contains MMT It is even more important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada because MMT can be...

Page 356: ...require immediate service Contact your dealer for service assistance The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with...

Page 357: ...ainst carbon monoxide with proper mainte nance Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly Until repaired drive with all side windows fully open Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex haust gases from entering the vehicle ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas ca...

Page 358: ...restricting door about 2 inches 50 mm inside the opening If using a portable fuel container it should have a flexible nozzle long enough to force open the restricting door CAUTION Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system and may cause the Malfunction Indi...

Page 359: ...tightened If the gas cap is not tighten properly the Malfunction Indicator Light will come on Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled WARNING A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic syst...

Page 360: ... for Flexible Fuel ve hicles only These vehicles can be identified by the unique fuel filler door label that states Ethanol E 85 or Un leaded Gasoline Only This section only covers those subjects that are unique to these vehicles Please refer to the other sections of this manual for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline only powered vehicles CAUTION Only vehicl...

Page 361: ...y Never have any smok ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov ing the fuel filler tube cap gas cap or filling the tank Do not use E 85 as a cleaning agent and never use it near an open flame Fuel Requirements Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or E 85 fuel or any mixture of these two E 85 Badge STARTING AND OPERATING 361 5 ...

Page 362: ...erience hard starting and rough idle following start up even if the above recommendations are followed Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles E 85 and Gasoline Vehicles Whether operating the vehicle on an E 85 ethanol fuel or unleaded gasoline the engine oil requirements are the same Refer to the Maintenance Procedures section of this manual for the proper quality and viscosity engine ...

Page 363: ...placing fuel system components with non ethanol compatible components can damage your vehicle Maintenance If you operate the vehicle using E 85 fuel follow Sched ule B in the maintenance schedule section of this manual CAUTION Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85 in your vehicle It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect driveability VEHICLE LOADING As required by National High...

Page 364: ... Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers and cargo The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the 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 WA...

Page 365: ...ed by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are added Overloading The load carrying components axle springs tires wheels etc of your vehicle will provide satisfactory service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and front and rear GAWR The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for operation Weig...

Page 366: ... but the total load is within the specified GVWR you must redistribute the weight Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles This c...

Page 367: ... 360 lbs 163 kg 980 lbs 445 kg Total 2 500 lbs 1 134 kg 2 450 lbs 1 111 kg GAWR 2 544 lbs 1 154 kg 2 544 lbs 1 154 kg 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 Example Only GVWR 5050 ...

Page 368: ...f all cargo consumables and equipment permanent or temporary loaded in or on the trailer in its 9loaded and ready for operation9 condition The recom mended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR The gross combination weight rating GCWR is the total permissible wei...

Page 369: ...djustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling Weight Carrying Hitch A weight carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle These kind of hitches are the most popular on the market today and they re commonly used to tow small...

Page 370: ...ending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration loading to comply with gross axle weight rating GAWR requirements WARNING An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling stability braking per formance and could result in an accident Weight Distributing Systems may not be compatible with Surge Brake Couplers Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Rec...

Page 371: ...ght a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Max GTW towable for your given drivetrain Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max GTW Gross Trailer Wt Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 5...

Page 372: ...ailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain Engine Transmission GCWR Gross Com bined Wt Rating Frontal Area Max GTW Gross Trailer Wt Max Tongue Wt 2 4L Automatic 5 200 lbs 2358 kg 40 SQ FT 3 72 square meters Up to 2 persons Luggage 850 lbs 385 kg 85 lbs 39 kg 5 200 lbs 2358 kg 40 SQ FT 3 72 square meters 3 to 5 persons Luggage 400 lbs 181 kg 40 lbs 18 kg 5 200 lbs 2358 kg 40 SQ FT 3 72 ...

Page 373: ...600 lbs 2993 kg 40 SQ FT 3 72 square meters Up to 2 persons Luggage 1 800 lbs 816 kg 180 lbs 82 kg 6 600 lbs 2993 kg 40 SQ FT 3 72 square meters 3 to 5 persons Luggage 1 350 lbs 612 kg 135 lbs 61 kg 6 600 lbs 2993 kg 40 SQ FT 3 72 square meters 6 to 7 persons Luggage 1 000 lbs 454 kg 100 lbs 45 kg STARTING AND OPERATING 373 5 ...

Page 374: ... seating the Gross Trailer Weight must be reduced by 100 lbs 45 kg Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds NOTE The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard Refer to the Tire Safety Information Section in this manual Trailer and Tongue Weight...

Page 375: ... weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle The weight of the driver and all passengers NOTE Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle Also additional factory installed options or dealer installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle Refer to the Tire and Loading Information plac ard in the Tir...

Page 376: ...orm the maintenance listed in Section 8 of this manual When towing a trailer never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings WARNING Improper towing can lead to an injury accident Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel When trailering cargo that is not fully secured dynamic load shifts can ...

Page 377: ...ly the parking brake on the tow vehicle Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in P for Park Always block or 9chock9 the trailer wheels GCWR must not be exceeded Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded 1 GVWR 2 GTW 3 GAWR 4 Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized This requirement may limit the ab...

Page 378: ...ent procedures Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limits Towing Requirements Trailer Brakes Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towin...

Page 379: ...tances WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hy draulic brake lines It can overload your brake sys tem and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis tance When towing you should allow for additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you Failure to do so could res...

Page 380: ...y The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations 4 Pin Connector 380 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 381: ... vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces sive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation See Schedule B in section 8 of this manual for transmission...

Page 382: ...the following actions City Driving When stopped for short periods of time put transmission in neutral but do not increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily refer to Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more informa tion RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE...

Page 383: ...eating 387 Jacking Instructions Non Stow n Go Seating 399 m Jump Starting Procedure 405 m Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 407 m Towing A Disabled Vehicle 408 With Ignition Key 408 Without The Ignition Key 409 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground 410 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly 410 6 ...

Page 384: ...an emer gency Push the switch a second time to turn off the flashers This is an emergency warning system and should not be used when the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance the Hazard Warning Flashers will continue to operate even though the ignition switch is OFF NOTE With ...

Page 385: ...cooling system and turning off the A C removes this heat You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat the Mode control to floor and the fan control to High This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system CAUTION Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads H pull over ...

Page 386: ... You could be crushed Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to use as a tool for chang ing 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 slippe...

Page 387: ...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 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 value stem facing the ground WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving...

Page 388: ...rear cargo area Pull up on the lever to release the cover Remove the scissors jack and jack handle by rotating the small wing nut to the left Also remove the tool pouch containing the spare tire winch handle tools which is located next to the jack and jack handle Jack Location Jack Removal Installation 388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 389: ...cable winch mecha nism The spare tire drive nut is located on the floor under a plastic cap between the front seats The tool pouch contains three pieces and can be as sembled into a Spare Tire Hook to remove the compact spare tire cover assembly from under the vehicle or a Winch T Handle to raise lower the compact spare tire cover assembly Stow n Go Tools WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 6 ...

Page 390: ...remove the compact spare tire cover assembly assemble the winch handle extensions to form a T and fit the winch T handle over the drive nut Rotate the nut to the left until the winch mechanism stops turning freely this will allow enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle Spare Tire Removal 390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 391: ... is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift NOTE If either front tire is flat it may be necessary to jack up the vehicle to remove the compact spare tire cover assembly from under the vehi...

Page 392: ...tand the tire cover assembly upright and remove the wheel spacer by squeezing the two retaining tabs together 5 There are two jack engagement locations on each side of the body refer to the following illustration Squeezing Winch Retainer Tabs 392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 393: ...Jack Engagement Locations WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 6 ...

Page 394: ...il the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 8 Remove the wheel lug nuts for vehicles with wheel covers remove the cover ...

Page 395: ...endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided 13 Place the deflated flat tire and compact spare tire cover assembly in the rear cargo area have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible WARNING A loose deflated flat tire thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle Have the deflated flat t...

Page 396: ...pare tire cover assembly on vehicles equipped with Stow n Go seating assemble the winch handle extensions to form a T and fit the winch T handle over the drive nut Rotate the nut to the left until the winch mechanism stops turning freely this will allow enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the wheel spacer out from under the vehicle Jack Removal Installation 396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

Page 397: ...upants of the vehicle Always stow the com pact spare tire with the cover assembly in the place provided CAUTION The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch T handle only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch Spare Tire Removal WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397 6 ...

Page 398: ...pare tire WARNING Verify that both retainer tabs of the wheel spacer have been properly extended through the center of the wheel and spare tire cover assembly Failure to properly engage both retainer tabs could result in loss of the spare tire cover assembly which will cause vehicle damage and may cause loss of control of the vehicle 4 Using the winch T handle rotate the drive nut to the right unt...

Page 399: ...reas set the parking brake and place the gear selector in PARK Turn OFF the ignition WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally oppo site the jacking posit...

Page 400: ...he wing nut to the left Spare Tire Stowage Non Stow n Go Seating For vehicles not equipped with Stow n Go seating the spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism To remove or stow the spare use the jack handle to rotate the spare tire drive nut The nut is located under the plastic cover at the center rear of the cargo floor area just inside the liftgate o...

Page 401: ...ble to allow you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle CAUTION The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack handle only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch 3 When the spare is clear tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel 4 There are two jack engagement locations on each side of the body ...

Page 402: ...Jack Engagement Locations 402 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 403: ... lift provides maximum stability WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 7 Remove the wheel lug nuts for vehicles with wheel covers remove the cover from the wheel by hand Do not pry the wheel cover off Then pull the wheel off the hub 8 Install the spare w...

Page 404: ...at a service station 11 Lower the jack to its fully closed position 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 12 Secure the flat or spare tire as follows If your vehicle is equipped with cast aluminum wheels the center cap of the wheel must be re moved pri...

Page 405: ...d once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a discharged battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly so follow this procedure carefully Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over battery whe...

Page 406: ...rking brake place the automatic transmission in PARK and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position for both vehicles 3 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electrical loads 4 Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery WARNING Do not permit vehicles to touch ...

Page 407: ...attery 7 When removing the jumper cables reverse the above sequence exactly Be careful of the moving belts and fan WARNING Any procedure other than above could result in 1 Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent 2 Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion 3 Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ...

Page 408: ...ng and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition Key Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi tions The gear selector must be in NEUTRAL the distance to be traveled must not exceed 100 miles 160 km and the towing speed must not exceed 44 mph 72 km h Exceeding these towing limits may cause a trans mission gear...

Page 409: ...mission may result If the vehicle being towed requires steering the ignition switch must be in the OFF position not in the LOCK or ACCESSORY positions If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed wipers defrosters etc the key must be in the ON position not the ACCESSORY position Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when...

Page 410: ... equipped with an automatic transmission is only permitted within the limitations described in this section TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLY The manufacturer does not recommend that you tow a front wheel drive vehicle on a tow dolly Vehicle damage may occur 410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 411: ...s Inspection And Maintenance Programs 417 m Replacement Parts 418 m Dealer Service 419 m Maintenance Procedures 419 Engine Oil 420 Engine Oil Filter 423 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tension 423 Spark Plugs 424 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 424 Catalytic Converter 425 Maintenance Free Battery 427 Air Conditioner Maintenance 428 Power Steering Fluid Check 430 7 ...

Page 412: ... 439 Brakes 439 Master Cylinder Brake Fluid Level Check 441 Fuel System Hoses 442 Automatic Transmission 442 Front And Rear Wheel Bearings 446 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 446 Cleaning The Instrument Panel And Underseat Cup Holders 450 m Fuses Integrated Power Module 452 m Vehicle Storage 455 m Replacement Light Bulbs 455 m Bulb Replacement 456 Headlights 456 Front Park Turn Signa...

Page 413: ...ignal Side Marker And Back Up Lights 459 Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL 460 License Light 461 m Fluids And Capacities 461 m Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 462 Engine 462 Chassis 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 7 ...

Page 414: ...2 4L ENGINE Engine Compartment 2 4L Engine 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 415: ...3 3L 3 8L ENGINES Engine Compartment 3 3L 3 8L Engines MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 7 ...

Page 416: ... Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indica tor Light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be per formed If the Malfunction Indicator Ligh...

Page 417: ...tenance requirement this check verifies the following the MIL Malfunction Indicator Light is functioning and is not on when the engine is running and that the OBD On Board Diagnostic system is ready for testing Normally the OBD system will be ready The OBD system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced if you recently had a dead battery or a battery replacement If the OBD system sho...

Page 418: ...r repair facility If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD system is ready or not ready if the MIL symbol is illuminated...

Page 419: ...vice work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals there...

Page 420: ...ore starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these engines CAUTION Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or lo...

Page 421: ... and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil at every interval shown in schedule B of the Mainte nance Schedules section of this manual If none of these apply to you then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A of the Main tenance Schedules section of this manual NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change in tervals exceed 6...

Page 422: ...fer to the Engine Compartment illustration in this section Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade 3 3 3 8 Liter Engines SAE 5W 20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy Refer to your ...

Page 423: ...cle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection All the manufacturers engines have a ful...

Page 424: ...ugs Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor mance and emission control New plugs should be in stalled at the specified mileage The entire set should be replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug malfunctioning spark plugs can damage the cata lytic converter For proper type of replacement spark plugs refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label in the...

Page 425: ... emission control device Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage CAUTION Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particula...

Page 426: ... In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a scorching odor may indicate severe and abnormal catalyst overheating If this occurs the vehicle should be stopped the engine shut off and the vehicle allowed to cool Thereafter service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifications should be ob tained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage Do not s...

Page 427: ...lution and can burn or even blind you Don t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area imme diately with large amounts of water Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery Don t use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output great...

Page 428: ...ion If a fast charger is used while battery is in vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger to battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer at the start of each warm season This service should include cleaning of t...

Page 429: ...nd Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar bon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro tection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment NOTE Use only manufacturer approved A C System Sealers Stop Leak Products Sea...

Page 430: ...oning as antici pated Coordinate inspection efforts through a certified DaimlerChrysler Dealership 9 WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only manufacturers recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level Wit...

Page 431: ...iversal joint boot and grease should be replaced immediately Continued operation could result in failure of the univer sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of the grease This would require complete replacement of the joint assembly Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks doors liftgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubricated periodic...

Page 432: ...use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc Windshield and Rear Window Washers The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared It is located in the engine comp...

Page 433: ... areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it c...

Page 434: ...s dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bo...

Page 435: ...r correct coolant type CAUTION Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT en gine coolants may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection If a non HOAT cool ant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the specified coolant as soon as possible Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use addi...

Page 436: ... below 234 F 237 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water engine coolant solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurr...

Page 437: ...t Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by animals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Clean...

Page 438: ...ulating on the radiator and being vapor ized when the thermostat opens allowing hot coolant to enter the radiator If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If antifreez...

Page 439: ...g tears cuts abrasions and exces sive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold Inspect hose routing to be sure hoses do not come in contact with any heat source or moving component which may cause heat damage or mechanical wear Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspec...

Page 440: ...he exhaust manifold Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present NOTE Often fluid such as oil power steering fluid and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera tions to facilitate the assembly of hoses to couplings Therefore oil wetness at the hose coupling are...

Page 441: ...luid to bring the level up to the top of the FULL mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking in the system Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require ments described on the brake fluid reservoir With disc brakes fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear However low fluid level may be caused by a...

Page 442: ...are designed with hoses which have unique material charac teristics to provide adequate sealing and resist attack by deteriorated gasoline Use only the manufacturers specified hoses in any fuel system servicing It is mandatory to replace all clamps that have been loosened or removed during service Care should be taken in installing new clamps to insure they are properly torqued Automatic Transmiss...

Page 443: ...fluid type It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturers recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid a...

Page 444: ...ick clean to eliminate the possibility of dirt entering the transmission 5 Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot or warm Hot fluid is approximately 180 F 82 C which is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle has been driven at least 15 miles 24 km The fluid cannot be comfortably held between the finger tips Cold is when the fluid is below 80 F 27 C 6 Wipe the dipstick cl...

Page 445: ...Schedule B Severe Usage is defined as Police taxi limousine commercial type operation or trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation NOTE Refer to Section 8 of this manual for Mainte nance Schedules If the transmission is disassembled for any reason the fluid and filter should be changed Special Additives Do not add any fluid additives to t...

Page 446: ...poses your vehicle to airborne contaminants road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and under body protection The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the r...

Page 447: ... 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 Special Care If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once a month It is important that the drain holes in the lower ed...

Page 448: ...should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dust use Mopart Wheel Cleaner 05066247AB or equivalent or select a nonabrasive non acidic cleaner Do not use scouring pads steel wool a bristle brush or metal polishes Only Mopart or equivalent is recommended Do not use oven cleaner Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solu...

Page 449: ...n closed areas they may cause respiratory harm Cleaning High Gloss Front Door B pillar Appliques When cleaning the front door B pillar appliques care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Remove all dirt with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners Glass cleaners are not recommended If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp ...

Page 450: ...o 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 with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners This will weaken the fabric Sun damage can also weaken the fabric If the belts need cleaning use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts from the ca...

Page 451: ... This will loosen any remaining debris Rinse the drawer thoroughly un der warm running water Shake the excess water from the drawer and dry the outer surfaces with a clean soft cloth Let the drawer sit in a dish drainer overnight to allow the inside mechanism to dry Installation Align the drawer so the plastic tracks on the drawer fit into the steel retainer in the instrument panel Push the drawer...

Page 452: ...f the cover Refer to the graphic below for FUSES IPM location Cavity Cartridge Fuse Description F4 30 Amp Pink Front Wipers F9 40 Amp Green Anti Lock Brake System ABS Pump F10 40 Amp Green Front Blower F13 40 Amp Green Electronic Back Light EBL F19 40 Amp Green Body Control Module BCM Feed 1 F20 30 Amp Pink Central Amplifier F22 30 Amp Pink Seats F27 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan Integrated Power modu...

Page 453: ... Tail Light F3 15 Amp Blue Right Park Tail Light F5 20 Amp Yel low RDO IP Ignition Cavity Mini Fuse Description F6 20 Amp Yel low 12 Volt Out Ignition or Battery F8 20 Amp Yel low Horn F11 20 Amp Yel low EWD Rear Wiper F12 25 Amp Natural Rear Blower F14 20 Amp Yel low Ignition Off Draw IOD F15 20 Amp Yel low Electronic Automatic Transaxle EATX Battery F15 25 Amp Natural ASD F17 20 Amp Yel low Fuel...

Page 454: ...the cover is prop erly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power Module and possibly result in a electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload If a properly rated ...

Page 455: ...Remove the 20 Amp mini fuse in the Integrated Power Module labeled Ignition Off Draw IOD Or disconnect the negative cable from the battery Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the poss...

Page 456: ... approved and should not be used for replacement LIGHT BULBS Exterior Bulb Number Back up Tail Stop Turn Signal Sidemarker 3057 Center High Mounted Stop Light 921 Fog Light If Equipped 9145 Front Side marker Park Turn Signal 3457AK Headlight 9007 License 168 BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights 1 Remove the three screws securing the headlight mod ule 456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 457: ...ehicles it may be necessary to slide the red release lock rearward and push forward on the connector while depressing the release tab CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 7 ...

Page 458: ...Remove the three screws securing the headlight mod ule 2 Twist the turn signal socket to remove from the headlight module and pull bulb from socket 3 Replace bulb reinstall socket and then reinstall the headlight module 458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 459: ...ot touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal Side Marker and Back up Lights 1 Raise the liftgate 2 Remove the two tail light assembly push in type fasteners by prying under the fastener head with a large flat screwdriver MAINTAINING YOUR VEHI...

Page 460: ... it from the socket 5 Replace the bulb reinstall the socket and reattach the light assembly Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL 1 Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL 2 Twist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 461: ...Engines SAE 5W 30 API Certified 5 0 qts 4 7 Liters 3 3 3 8 Liter Engines SAE 5W 20 API Certified 5 0 qts 4 7 Liters Cooling System 2 4 Liter Engines Mopart Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 11 4 qts 10 7 Liters 3 3 3 8 Liter Engines Mopart Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 13 4 qts 12 6 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled ...

Page 462: ...ap for cor rect SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 3 3 3 8 Liter Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W 20 engine oil Refer to your oil filler cap for cor rect SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Oil Filter 2 4 liter engines Mopar 4105409AB or equiv Oil Filter 3 3 3 8 liter engines Mopar 5281090 or equiv Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Contro...

Page 463: ...utomatic Transmission Fluid Brake Master Cylinder Mopart DOT 3 SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir Mopart ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 7 ...

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Page 465: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance 466 m Maintenance Schedules 466 Schedule B 469 Schedule A 478 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 466: ...vices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle First is Schedule B It is for vehicles that a...

Page 467: ...nterval that occurs first CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle At Each Stop for Fuel Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu racy of the oil level reading Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark ...

Page 468: ...ing and transmission and add as needed Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the brake hoses Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo nents Check the automatic transmission fluid level Check the coolant level hoses and clamps 468 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S...

Page 469: ... with an L Day or night temperatures are below 0 C 32 F Stop and go driving Extensive engine idling Driving in dusty conditions Short trips of less than 16 km 10 miles More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 32 C 90 F Trailer towing L Taxi police or delivery service commercial ser vice L Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ...

Page 470: ... the brake linings X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X X X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the generator belt on 2 4 liter engines replace if necessary X Replace the air conditioning filter X 470 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 471: ...e if necessary X X X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the generator belt on 2 4 liter engines replace if necessary X Inspect the PCV valve and replace as neces sary X Replace the air conditioning filter X X SCHEDULE ...

Page 472: ...ct the brake linings X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X X X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the generator belt on 2 4 liter engines replace if necessary X Replace the air conditioning filter X 472 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 473: ...rk plugs ignition cables on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the generator belt on 2 4 liter engines replace if necessary X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary X Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3 3 liter and 3 8 liter engines replace if necessary X Change the automati...

Page 474: ... X Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3 3 liter and 3 8 liter engines replace if necessary X X Replace the spark plugs on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2 4 liter engines X X Inspect the generator belt on 2 4 liter engines replace if necessary X X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Check the PCV valve and replace if necessary Not required if...

Page 475: ... and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the generator belt on 2 4 liter engines re place if necessary X Replace the engine timing belt on 2 4 liter engines only X Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3 3 liter and 3 8 liter engines replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs ignition cables on 3 3 liter and 3 8 liter engines X Flush and replace the engine...

Page 476: ...er replace if necessary X X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs ignition cables on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect the PCV valve and replace as neces sary X Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the generator belt on 2 4 liter engines replace if necessary X 476 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I ...

Page 477: ...omatic transmission fluid and filter L X Replace the air conditioning filter X X This maintenance is not required if previously replaced L This maintenance is required only for police taxi limousine type operation or trailer towing Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts SCHEDULE B 477 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L...

Page 478: ...Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X X X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the generator belt on 2 4 liter engines replace if necessary X Replace the air conditioning filter X X X 478 SCHEDULE ...

Page 479: ...ne air cleaner filter replace if necessary X X X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs ignition cables on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the generator belt on 2 4 liter engines replace if necessary X Inspect the PCV valve and replace if neces sary X SC...

Page 480: ...Months 42 48 54 60 66 72 Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3 3 liter and 3 8 liter engines replace if necessary X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 102 000 miles whichever comes first X Replace the air conditioning filter X X X 480 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 481: ...ner filter X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Check and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Replace the spark plugs on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2 4 liter engines X Inspect the generator belt on 2 4 liter engines replace if necessary X Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3 3 liter and 3 8 liter engines replace if necessary X Replace t...

Page 482: ...sary X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter X Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X Check the PCV valve and replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs ignition cables on 2 4 liter engines X Replace the spark plugs ignition cables 3 3 liter and 3 8 liter engines X Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 months X Replace the engine timing belt on 2 4 liter engines only X ...

Page 483: ...ning filter X X This maintenance is not required if previously replaced Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a servi...

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Page 485: ...are A List 486 Be Reasonable With Requests 486 m If You Need Assistance 486 m Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 489 m Mopart Parts 489 m Reporting Safety Defects 489 In Canada 489 m Publication Order Forms 490 m Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 491 Treadwear 491 Traction Grades 492 Temperature Grades 492 9 ...

Page 486: ... list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap pointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vita...

Page 487: ...ustomer Center Any communication to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Dealership name Vehicle identification number Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Cu...

Page 488: ...ithin three weeks of your vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about your service contract call the manufacturer s Service Contract Na tional Customer Hotline at 1 800 521 9922 The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s Service Contract If you pur...

Page 489: ...mplaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercar gov or write ...

Page 490: ...nicians need in diagnosing troubleshooting problem solving maintaining servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles A complete working knowledge of the vehicle system and or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations dia grams and charts Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Filled with diagrams charts and detailed illustrations these practical manuals make it easy...

Page 491: ...tire grading categories estab lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis tration The specific grade rating assigned by the tire s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements in Addition to These Grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the...

Page 492: ...eleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce ...

Page 493: ...s established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive load ing either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 493 9 ...

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Page 496: ...7 Airbag 57 Airbag Deployment 69 Airbag Light 62 63 72 90 214 Airbag Maintenance 71 Airbag Window Side Curtain 58 Alarm Light 216 Alarm Security Alarm 18 Alignment and Balance 344 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 274 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 435 436 461 Disposal 437 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 321 Anti Lock Warning Light 214 Anti Theft System 18 Appearance Care 446 Ashtr...

Page 497: ...5 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 26 Saving Feature Protection 153 Bearings 446 Belts Drive 423 Body Mechanism Lubrication 431 B Pillar Location 332 Brake Fluid 463 Brake Parking 319 Brake System 321 439 Anti Lock ABS 321 Fluid Check 441 Hoses 440 Warning Light 213 Brakes 321 439 Brake Transmission Interlock 316 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 88 Bulb Replacement 456 Bulbs Light 455 Calib...

Page 498: ... 253 259 CD Compact Disc Player Maintenance 277 Cellular Phone 100 274 Center High Mounted Stop Light 460 Center Lap Belts 53 Chains Tire 345 Changing A Flat Tire 386 Chart Tire Sizing 328 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 218 417 Child Restraint 75 76 77 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 79 Child Safety Locks 38 Child Seat 74 82 Clean Air Gasoline 354 Cleaning Wheels 448 Climate Control...

Page 499: ...ressure Cap 436 Radiator Cap 436 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 435 461 462 Cruise Control Speed Control 164 Cruise Light 219 Cup Holder 187 450 Customer Assistance 486 Data Recorder Event 73 Daytime Running Lights 153 Dealer Service 419 Defroster Rear Window 304 Defroster Windshield 90 283 295 Diagnostic System Onboard 416 Digital Video Disc DVD Player 259 Dimmer Control 152 Dipsticks Automatic ...

Page 500: ...le Information Center EVIC 172 Emergency In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher 384 Jacking 386 387 399 Jump Starting 405 Overheating 385 Emission Control System Maintenance 417 466 Engine 414 415 Air Cleaner 425 Air Cleaner Filter 424 Block Heater 315 Break In Recommendations 88 Checking Oil Level 420 Compartment 414 415 Coolant Antifreeze 462 Cooling 434 Exhaust Gas Caution 43 356 Flooded Starting 31...

Page 501: ...il 423 462 Engine Oil Disposal 423 Flashers Hazard Warning 384 Turn Signal 212 458 459 Flat Tire Stowage 395 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range 363 Engine Oil 362 Fuel Requirements 360 361 Maintenance 363 Replacement Parts 363 Starting 362 Flooded Engine Starting 313 Fluid Capacities 461 Fluid Leaks 90 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 444 Brake 441 Power Steering 430 Fluids 462 Fluids ...

Page 502: ... Fuel System Caution 356 Fueling 357 Fuses 452 Garage Door Opener HomeLinkt 177 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 357 359 416 Gasoline Clean Air 354 Gasoline Fuel 353 Gasoline Reformulated 354 Gauges Coolant Temperature 216 Fuel 211 Speedometer 213 Tachometer 215 Gearshift 317 General Information 18 25 123 353 Glass Cleaning 449 Grocery Bag Retainer 144 Gross Axle Weight Rating 364 368 Gross Vehicle Weight ...

Page 503: ...ses 439 442 Ignition 12 Key 12 Ignition Key Removal 12 Illuminated Entry 20 Immobilizer Sentry Key 15 Indicator Traction Control 218 Infant Restraint 75 76 Information Center 172 Information Center Vehicle 172 Inside Rearview Mirror 96 Instrument Cluster 209 210 211 Instrument Panel and Controls 208 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 450 Integrated Child Seat 74 Integrated Power Module Fuses 452 Inter...

Page 504: ...CH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 79 Latches Hood 149 Lead Free Gasoline 353 Life of Tires 343 Liftgate 40 Lights 90 150 Airbag 62 72 90 214 Alarm 216 Anti Lock 214 Automatic Headlights 153 Back Up 459 Battery Saver 153 Brake Warning 213 Bulb Replacement 455 456 Center Mounted Stop 460 Cruise 219 Dimmer Switch Headlight 152 Door Ajar 213 Engine Temperature Warning 215 Fog 154 459 Hazard War...

Page 505: ...Tail 459 Seat Belt Reminder 215 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 216 Service 455 456 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 218 Side Marker 459 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 216 Turn Signal 155 458 459 Voltage 215 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 211 Washer Fluid 217 Load Leveling System 201 Loading Vehicle 198 363 366 Capacities 366 Tires 332 Locks Door 27 Steering Wheel 14 Lower Anchors and Teth...

Page 506: ... Mini Trip Computer 171 Mirrors 96 Automatic Dimming 96 Electric Remote 98 Exterior Folding 98 Heated 99 Outside 97 Rearview 96 Vanity 99 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 347 Mopar Parts 418 489 Multi Function Control Lever 155 Navigation Radio 257 Navigation System 257 New Vehicle Break In Period 88 Occupant Restraints 46 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 353 Odometer 21...

Page 507: ...167 Overheating Engine 216 385 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 490 Panic Alarm 23 Park Sense System Rear 159 Parking Brake 319 Parking On Hill 320 Passing Light 156 Pedals Adjustable 163 Pets Transporting 83 Phone Cellular 100 Phone Hands Free UConnect 100 Placard Tire and Loading Information 332 Power Brakes 321 Distribution Center Fuses 452 Door Locks 28 Lift Gate 41 Mirrors 98 Outlet Auxiliary E...

Page 508: ...ls 262 275 Radio Satellite 271 Radio Sound Systems 222 232 243 251 Rear Air Conditioning 286 296 Rear Cup Holder 188 Rear Heater 286 Rear Park Sense System 159 Rear Seat Removal 141 143 Rear Seating Flexibility 145 147 Rear Window Defroster 304 Rear Window Features 301 Rear Wiper Washer 302 303 Rearview Mirrors 96 Reclining Front Seats 127 Recorder Event Data 73 Recreational Towing 382 410 Reminde...

Page 509: ...ty Information Tire 327 Safety Tips 89 Satellite Radio 271 Satellite Radio Antenna 274 Schedule Maintenance 466 Seat Belt Maintenance 450 Seat Belt Reminder 54 55 Seat Belts 46 Adjustable Shoulder Belt 52 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 52 And Pregnant Women 56 Center Lap Belt 53 Child Restraint 75 77 Extender 56 Front Seat 47 Pretensioners 54 Rear Seat 47 Untwisting Procedure 53 Seats 123 Adj...

Page 510: ...ht Malfunction Indicator 218 Service Manuals 490 Setting the Clock 220 258 Shoulder Belts 47 Signals Turn 155 212 458 459 Sliding Door 34 Slippery Surfaces Driving On 326 Snow Chains Tire Chains 345 Snow Tires 346 Spare Tire 340 341 389 400 Spark Plugs 424 Speed Control Cruise Control 164 Speedometer 213 Starting 311 Automatic Transmission 312 Engine Fails to Start 313 Starting and Operating 311 S...

Page 511: ... Navigation 257 Tachometer 215 Temperature Control Automatic ATC 289 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 216 385 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 79 Tilt Steering Column 158 Tire and Loading Information Placard 332 Tire Identification Number TIN 330 Tire Markings 327 Tire Safety Information 327 Tires 90 336 491 Aging Life of Tires 343 Air Pressure 336 Alignment 344 Chains 345 Changing 386 Compact Spare ...

Page 512: ...ng 367 Disabled Vehicle 408 Guide 372 Recreational 382 410 Weight 372 Traction Control 158 218 324 Traction Control Switch 158 324 Trailer Towing 367 Cooling System Tips 382 Hitches 371 Minimum Requirements 376 Trailer and Tongue Weight 374 Wiring 380 Trailer Towing Guide 372 Trailer Weight 372 Transaxle 315 Automatic 12 315 Operation 315 Overdrive 318 Selection of Lubricant 443 463 Transmission 4...

Page 513: ...versal Transmitter 177 Unleaded Gasoline 353 Untwisting Procedure Seat Belt 53 Vanity Mirrors 99 Variance Compass 170 Vehicle Certification Label 364 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Information Center 172 Vehicle Loading 333 363 366 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage 300 455 Video Entertainment System Rear Seat Video System 259 Warning Flasher Hazard 384 Warning Lights...

Page 514: ...446 Wind Buffeting 33 184 Window Fogging 300 Windows 31 Power 32 Rear Vent 31 32 Windshield Washers 156 432 Windshield Wiper Blades 432 Windshield Wipers 156 Wiper Blade Replacement 432 Wiper Rear 303 Wipers Intermittent 157 Zone Control Temperature Control 279 514 INDEX ...

Page 515: ...e Mirror Auto Dimmer If Equipped Outside Mirrors Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature Power Folding Outside Mirrors If Equipped Power Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped HANDS FREE COMMUNICATION UConnect IF EQUIPPED Operations Phone Call Features UConnect System Features Advanced Phone Connectivity Things You Should Know A...

Page 516: ...ting Instructions Operating Instructions Video Screen Operating Instructions Headphones Operating Instructions MP3 Player Portable Walkman Operating Instructions Video Games Camcorders SATELLITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED System Activation Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ENS SID Selecting Satellite Mode in RAH and RBK Radios Selecting Satellite Mode in RBU RAZ RB1 and RBQ Radios Selec...

Page 517: ...und TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLY MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2 4L ENGINE 3 3L 3 8L ENGINES ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Drive Belts Check Condition and Tension Spark Plugs Engine Air Cleaner Filter Catalytic...

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