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Dodge 2004 JR41 Stratus Sedan, Owner'S Manual

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Reminder, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Remote Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Reporting Safety Defects

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

Restraints, Occupant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Safety Information, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Schedule, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Seat Belt Maintenance

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218

Seat Belt Reminder

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage . . . . . . 30
And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40,41,45
Extender

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Inspection

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Rear Folding

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Reclining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Security Alarm

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Sentry Key

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,13

Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Service Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Side Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Side Window Demisters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67,85

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INDEX

Summary of Contents for 2004 JR41 Stratus Sedan

Page 1: ...EHICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 51 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 79 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 127 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 171 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 185 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 231 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 251 10 INDEX 261 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 3: ...N CONTENTS m Introduction 4 m How To Use This Manual 4 m Warnings And Cautions 6 m Vehicle Identification Number 6 Partial Zero Emission Vehicle PZEV For 2 4L If Equipped 7 m Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 1 ...

Page 4: ...ur dealer 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 ...

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

Page 6: ...u may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is on a stamped plate on the left front corner on the body of the vehicle visible through the windshield This number also ap pears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label as a convenient record of your vehi...

Page 7: ...fic instructions regarding when to change the ignition cables and spark plugs with the PZEV package Please refer to the Maintenance Sched ules section in your owner s manual for specific mainte nance instructions VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in se...

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Page 9: ... Keys 14 Customer Key Programming 14 General Information 15 m Illuminated Entry System 15 m Door Locks 15 Power Door Locks 16 Central Locking If Equipped 17 Door Ajar Warning 17 Automatic Rolling Door Locks 17 Automatic Unlock On Exit Only Available If Automatic Door Locks Are Enabled 18 Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors 18 m Remote Keyless Entry If Equipped 19 To Unlock The Doors 19 To...

Page 10: ...Windows 25 Wind Buffeting 25 m Occupant Restraints 25 Lap Shoulder Belts 26 Pretensioners 30 Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System BeltAlert 31 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 32 Seat Belt Extender 32 Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbag 33 m Engine Break In Recommendations 48 m Safety Tips 49 Exhaust Gas 49 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 49...

Page 11: ...ace the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the gearshift knob push button has returned to the out position Turn 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 tempo rarily in the key cylinder If this occurs rotate the key clockwise slightly then remove the key as described If a malfunction occurs t...

Page 12: ... remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Automatic Transaxle 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 RUN positions Manual Transaxle Depress and hold the release button located between the ignition switch and the instru...

Page 13: ...ing the vehicle may cause problems when attempting to start the vehicle These devices cannot damage the Sentry Key System but can cause a momentary problem when attempting to start the engine If a problem occurs remove the Sentry Key from the key ring and restart the vehicle Pagers cell phones walkmans etc have no effect on this system The Theft Alarm Light located on the instrument cluster to the...

Page 14: ...keys to the dealer Customer Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid keys by doing the following 1 Insert the first valid key into the ignition and turn the ignition On for at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds Turn the ignition Off and remove the first key 2 Insert the second valid key and switch the ignition On within 15 seconds After ten seconds a ...

Page 15: ...ck if so equipped They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors are closed then fade to off The lights also will turn off if you turn on the ignition after you close all doors DOOR LOCKS WARNING For personal security and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors as you drive and when you park and leave the vehicle WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the key fr...

Page 16: ...e in the ignition switch and the driver s door is open the doors will not lock If the door lock plunger is down when you shut the door the door will lock Therefore make sure that the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door The rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle until you pull up the lock plungers Power Door Lock Switch Door Lock Plunger 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STA...

Page 17: ...ill sound once The odometer display will reappear once the door is closed Automatic Rolling Door Locks The doors will lock automatically as programmed from the factory if 1 The transaxle is in gear 2 All doors are closed 3 Vehicle speed is above 15 mph 24 km h 4 The accelerator pedal is depressed The Automatic Door Locks can be disabled or re enabled by performing the following procedure 1 Close a...

Page 18: ...OFF and ON RUN and back to OFF 4 times ending up in the OFF position 3 Depress the power door lock switch to unlock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seat the rear doors of your vehicle have the child protection door lock system To use the syste...

Page 19: ...rs using a transmitter You don t have to point the transmit ter at the vehicle to activate the system To unlock the doors Press and release the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver s door Press the button twice within 5 seconds to unlock all doors If your vehicle is equipped with Illumi nated Entry the interior lights also come on and remain on for about 30 seconds when you unlock the doors NOT...

Page 20: ... to acknowledge the lock signal NOTE The horn chirp can be enabled or disabled by the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Lock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Unlock button 3 Release both buttons To unlock the trunk Press and hold the Trunk button on the transmitter to unlatch the trunk NOTE The transmit...

Page 21: ...lock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press and hold the Panic button for at least one second Release both buttons simultaneously You will hear a chime to signal that you can proceed with programming the new transmitter 3 Press and release the Lock and Unlock buttons simul taneously followed by a press and release of ANY button on each new transmitter to be programmed as w...

Page 22: ...fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch the battery clean it with rubbing alcohol 3 Reassemble the transmitter case Snap the halves together and test transmitter operation VEHICLE THEFT ALARM The system monitors the doors trunk and ignition for unauthorized operation If something triggers the alarm the system will signal for up to 18 minutes For the first three minutes the h...

Page 23: ...er the key or the Keyless Entry Transmitter Tamper Alert If the horn sounds 3 times when you unlock a front door using either a key or the Keyless Entry Transmitter the alarm had been triggered Check the vehicle for tamper ing Security System Manual Override The system will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual lock control TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE Use the key or the Remote Keyless Entry Tr...

Page 24: ...k either by climbing into the trunk from outside or through the inside of the vehicle Always close the trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended Once in the trunk young children may not be able to escape even if they entered through the rear seat If trapped in the trunk children can die from suffocation or heat stroke Trunk Internal Emergency Release NOTE As a security measure a Trunk Internal Eme...

Page 25: ...n open or partially open positions This is a normal occurrence and can be mini mized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers front airbags ...

Page 26: ... away from home or on your own street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times Lap Sho...

Page 27: ...ould never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in an accident hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the front seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your ...

Page 28: ...rn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be ...

Page 29: ...ble and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 6 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt syst...

Page 30: ...nsioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove any slack from the seat belts in the event of a collision These devices improve the performance of the seat belt system by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NO...

Page 31: ...your authorized dealer or by following these steps NOTE The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or START position DaimlerChrysler does not recom mend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert 1 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and buckle the driver s seat belt 2 Start the engine and wait for the Seat Belt Warning...

Page 32: ...he 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 so 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 belt is not long enough When it is not required remove th...

Page 33: ...e instrument panel above the glove com partment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers This vehicle may also be equipped with left and right window bags to protect the driver and 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 not be obvious in the...

Page 34: ...r such as alarm lights stereos citizens band radios etc Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts Along with the seat belts front airbags work with the instru ment panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Left and right window airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection The seat belts are designed to protect you in many type...

Page 35: ...ts should be moved back as far as practical to allow the airbags time to inflate 5 If your vehicle has left and right window bags do not lean against the door airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door 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 t...

Page 36: ...ol module receives the level of colli sion severity determines the proper level of airbag to be deployed The frontal airbag inflators are designed to provide three different rates of air bag inflation The airbag control module will not detect rollover or rear collisions The airbag control module also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in th...

Page 37: ...ags inflate to their full size The airbags fully inflate in about 60 milliseconds This is only about half of the time it takes you to blink your eyes The airbags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger The driver s front airbag gas is vented through a vent hole in the rear of the airbag The passenger s front airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides...

Page 38: ...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 after the airbags have been deployed If you are involved in another collision the...

Page 39: ...ow bag is only about 3 1 2 inches 8 3 4 cm thick when it is inflated Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the uppe...

Page 40: ...rosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck led up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a missile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become...

Page 41: ...oth types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system See the LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System section Rearward facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger airbag unless the airbag is turned off An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position...

Page 42: ...pants or seat backs and cause serious personal injury NOTE For additional information refer to www seatcheck org or call 1 866 SEATCHECK 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 Forward facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward facing direction are for children who we...

Page 43: ...tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure LATCH compatible child restraint systems are now avail able However because the lower anchorages are to be introduced over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to also have features for installation using the vehicle s seat belts Child restraints having tether straps and hooks...

Page 44: ...install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces In addition there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seat back and the rear window These tether strap anchorages are under a hinged plastic cover with this symbol on it Many but not all restrai...

Page 45: ...de of the head restraint Finally tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat remov ing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the ma...

Page 46: ...traint loosens the belt you may need to do something more Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle turn the buckle around and insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still can t make the child restraint secure try a different seating position NOTE This vehicle may be equipped with rotating tether caps for accessing the tether anchors Follow the appropriate instructions below to attac...

Page 47: ...n the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s instruc tions Child restraint tether strap attachment Rotating Tether Caps 1 Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint 2 Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rea...

Page 48: ...ur new vehicle does not require a long break in period Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided Th...

Page 49: ... open close all windows Adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed 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 disassemble or modify the system Safety belt assemblies must be replaced after a coll...

Page 50: ...objects lodged in the tread Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall 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 Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel water oil or other f...

Page 51: ...r Driver s Side 56 Outside Mirror Passenger s Side 56 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 56 m Seats 57 Manual Front Seat Adjustments 57 Power Seats If Equipped 58 Adjustable Head Restraints 58 Folding Rear Seat 59 m To Open And Close The Hood 60 m Lights 61 Interior Lights 61 Front Map Reading Lights If Equipped 62 Multi Function Control Lever 63 Headlights Parking Lights Instrument Panel Ligh...

Page 52: ...ivate 68 To Set At A Desired Speed 68 To Deactivate 68 To Resume Speed 68 To Vary The Speed Setting 68 To Accelerate For Passing 69 Using Speed Control On Hills 69 m Garage Door Opener If Equipped 70 Programming The Universal Transceiver 71 Rolling Code Programming 72 Canadian Programming Gate Programming 74 Operation 74 Reprogramming A Single Button 74 Security 74 m Power Sunroof If Equipped 75 S...

Page 53: ...ette tapes There are also two cup holders for rear seat passengers located directly in the back of the center console Two coin holders are located toward the front of the inside of the console bin The right side coin holder can accommodate dimes nickels or pennies while the left side coin holder can hold quarters dimes nickels or pennies Both can also accommodate various combina tions of different...

Page 54: ...tlet is also mounted inside the center console if equipped There are also two cup holders for rear seat passengers and a rear courtesy lamp located directly in back of the center console Two coin holders are located toward the front of the inside of the console bin The right side coin holder can accommodate dimes nickels or pennies while the left side coin holder can hold quarters dimes nickels or...

Page 55: ...r to the night position toward rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield Electric Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped Both of the outside mirrors can be adjusted by using the remote controls mounted on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel NOTE Place the mirror selector switch in the center neutral position to prevent accidental m...

Page 56: ...ide convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in this convex mirror Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor To use the mirror rotate the sun ...

Page 57: ...on and release the lever Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position WARNING Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that t...

Page 58: ...eat up down forward rearward or to tilt the seat The rear switch controls the seatback recliner CAUTION Do not place any article under a power seat as it may cause damage to the seat controls Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear Adjust the restraints so that the upper edge is as high as practical To raise pull up on ...

Page 59: ...to the upright position be sure the seat back is latched WARNING The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle with the rear seatbacks in the locked up or folded down position should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion They could be seriously injured in an accident Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICL...

Page 60: ...the front edge of the hood near the center and raise the hood Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole marked prop on the underside of the hood To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage 60 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEH...

Page 61: ...ckwise to prevent the lights from coming on when a door is opened NOTE The interior lights have a fade to off feature When the lights are turned off they gradually fade off Dimmer Control With the parking lights or headlights on rotating the dimmer control for the interior lights on the Multi Function Control Lever upward will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights Dome Light Posit...

Page 62: ...ght conditions Front Map Reading Lights If Equipped These lights are mounted between the sun visors Each light has a push on push off switch NOTE The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time so be sure that they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle The following two types of front map reading lights may be equipped on this vehicle 62 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF ...

Page 63: ...ion Turn to the second detent for headlight operation To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights turn the center portion of the lever up or down Turning the dimmer control to the full up position also turns on the courtesy lights Turning the dimmer control to the full down position prevents the courtesy lights from coming on when a door is opened Daytime Running Lights Canada Only The...

Page 64: ...peration of the front and rear turn signal lights You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down Headlight Beam Select Switch Pull the turn signal lever towards you to switch the headlights to HIGH beam Pull the turn signal lever a second time to switch the headlights to LOW beam Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the turn si...

Page 65: ...he delay range the wiper will operate for several cycles after the lever is released and then resume the intermit tent interval previously selected If the lever is pulled while in the OFF position the wipers will operate for several cycles then turn OFF WARNING Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles To avoid su...

Page 66: ...vehicle speed If the vehicle is moving less than 16 km h 10 mph delay times will be doubled TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column push down on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down as desired Push the lever back up to lock the column firmly in place WARNING Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Without a stable steering col umn you c...

Page 67: ... indicator in the instrument cluster turns off NOTE The Traction Control System is enabled each time the ignition switch is turned On This will occur even if you used the switch to turn the system off before powering down or turning the ignition to Lock ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged this device will control the throttle op eration to maintain a constant vehicle speed between 30...

Page 68: ...erate at the selected speed The speed control is now Engaged To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pushing the CANCEL button or normal brake or clutch pressure will deactivate speed control without erasing the memory Pushing the ON OFF button or turning off the ignition turns the speed control system off and erases the memory To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed push and release ...

Page 69: ...l This feature operates when travelling up or down hills with the Speed Control engaged and the driver s foot off of the accelerator When Climbing A Hill If vehicle speed drops 3 mph 5 km h below the Speed Control set speed the transaxle will downshift to third gear Under severe conditions the transaxle may down shift again to second gear The transaxle will upshift to fourth gear after the vehicle...

Page 70: ...could lose control An accident could be the result Don t use Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED The HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that oper ate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates or home lighting It triggers these devices at the push of...

Page 71: ...pener located in the garage is equipped with an antenna make sure that the antenna is hanging straight down 1 Turn off the engine WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run the vehicle s exhaust while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause seri ous injury or death WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal ...

Page 72: ...ing If after 90 seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goes out return to step 1 and repeat the procedure To train the other buttons repeat steps 3 and 4 Be sure to keep your hand held transmitters in case you need to retrain the Universal Transceiver NOTE If you do not successfully program the Universal Transceiver to learn the signal of your hand held transmitter refer to the Roll...

Page 73: ... and color of the button may vary by garage door opener manufacturer If you have difficulty in locating the training button check your garage door opener manual or call 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com 2 Press and hold the training button on the garage door opener head unit This will activate the training light NOTE After completing step 2 you have 30 seconds to start step 3 3...

Page 74: ...that the signal is being transmitted The hand held transmitter may also be used at any time Reprogramming A Single Button 1 Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to be reprogrammed Do not release until step 4 has been completed 2 When the indicator light begins to flash slowly after 20 seconds position the hand held transmitter one to three inches away from the button to be trained 3 Pre...

Page 75: ...cations not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment HomeLinkt is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls Inc POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The sunroof controls are mounted between the sun visors The following two types of power sunroof switches may be equipped on this vehicle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 3 ...

Page 76: ...travel at any point NOTE The sunshade can only be closed by hand WARNING In an accident there is 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 ob...

Page 77: ...ted inside the center console All accessories connected to any outlet should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use CAUTION Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade ...

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Page 79: ...perature Display 92 m Cigar Lighter Ashtray 94 m Electronic Digital Clock 94 To Set The Clock 94 m Radio General Information 94 Radio Broadcast Signals 94 Two Types Of Signals 95 Electrical Disturbances 95 AM Reception 95 FM Reception 95 m Sales Code RAZ AM FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player CD Player And CD Changer Controls If Equipped 95 Operating Instructions Radio 95 Power Switch Volume...

Page 80: ...F 99 Rewind RW 99 Tape Eject 99 Scan Button 99 Changing Tape Direction 99 Metal Tape Selection 99 Pinch Roller Release 99 Noise Reduction 100 Operating Instructions CD Player 100 Inserting The Compact Disc 100 Seek Button 101 EJT CD Eject Button 101 FF Tune RW 101 Program Button 4 Random Play 101 Mode 102 Tape CD Button 102 Time Button 102 Scan Button 102 CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped ...

Page 81: ...tte Player Features 106 CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped 107 Radio Display Messages 108 m Sales Code RBK AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD Changer Controls 109 Radio Operation 109 CD Player Operation 111 CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped 112 Radio Display Messages 114 m 6 Disc CD Changer If Equipped 114 Loading The CD Changer 114 Playing Discs 115 Seek Button 115 FF Tune RW...

Page 82: ...d System Controls If Equipped 117 Radio Operation 117 Tape Player 117 CD Player Single Disc In Radio 118 CD Player 6 Disc CD Changer 118 m Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance 118 m Compact Disc Maintenance 119 m Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 120 m Climate Controls 120 Manual Air Conditioning Heater Control 120 82 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 83: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 83 4 ...

Page 84: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 84 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 85: ...ystem due to overheated brake tem peratures NOTE Extended heavy use of Traction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the Traction Control indicator This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is a normal condition The system will remain disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled The system will automatically reactivate and turn off the Traction Control i...

Page 86: ...n off some of the vehicle s electrical devices such as the Fog Lights or Rear Defroster If the Charging System Light remains on it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system Obtain SERVICE IMMEDI ATELY See your local authorized dealer 10 Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that monitors engine and automatic transm...

Page 87: ...mark stop the vehicle and turn off the engine until the problem is corrected There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition If your air conditioning is on turn it off The air conditioning system adds heat to the 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 con...

Page 88: ...rnings If you move the vehicle and a door is not completely closed the word DOOR will replace the odometer dis play and a chime will sound once The odometer display will reappear when the door is closed If the trunk is not completely closed the work DECK will replace the odometer display The odometer display will reappear when the trunk is closed 17 Anti Lock Warning Light If Equipped This light m...

Page 89: ...light may also indicate re duced braking performance If the parking brake is off and the light remains on have the brake system inspected as soon as possible WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger ous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle You could have an accident Have the vehicle checked immediately The warning li...

Page 90: ...9 in the Occu pant Restraints section for more information 21 Theft Alarm Light If Equipped The light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for 15 seconds This shows that the system is arming If the light comes on but does not flash the system is still armed but there is a problem in the trunk circuit After 15 seconds the light will continue to flash slowly This shows that the system is ful...

Page 91: ...e in order to reset either or all of these conditions US M Button Use this button to change the display from U S to metric measurement units Trip Conditions Average Fuel Economy AVG ECO This display shows the average fuel economy since the last reset Estimated Range DTE This display shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank This esti mated distance is ba...

Page 92: ...atic Compass Calibration The self calibrating feature of the compass eliminates the need to calibrate the compass for normal conditions During a short initial period the compass may appear erratic and the CAL symbol will appear on the display After the vehicle has completed at least one complete circle in an area free from large metal objects calibration will be complete when the CAL symbol is ext...

Page 93: ...be set Setting the Compass Variance Refer to the variance map for the correct compass vari ance zone To check the variance zone the ignition must be on and the compass temperature displayed Hold down both the US M and STEP buttons simultaneously until the VAR symbol is lit and then immediately release both buttons The current variance zone will now be displayed To change the zone press the STEP bu...

Page 94: ...ously on after a few seconds whether it was tape cd or radio When the ignition switch is in the OFF position pressing the Time button will cause the radio to display time for several seconds then turn off To Set The Clock 1 Use a ballpoint pen or similar object to press the hour H or minute M buttons on the radio The time setting will increase each time you press the button 2 Press any other butto...

Page 95: ...e 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 filtered out leaving the reception relatively clear which is the major feature of FM radio SALES CODE RAZ AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED Operati...

Page 96: ...his 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 within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broad cast PTY information Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types Program Type Radio Display Adult Hits Adlt Hit Class...

Page 97: ...an the FM Band and stop at all RDS stations Each RDS station will be played for a 5 second scan once around the FM Band and stop at the last station The PTY icon will then turn off Balance The Balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Push in the button and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in The balance will be displayed and continuously updated while t...

Page 98: ...ntinue to play but will not be locked into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this 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 memory You can recall the stations store...

Page 99: ... 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 direction of tape travel side being played press the PTY button The lighted ...

Page 100: ...uctions 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 player will accept 4 3 4 inch 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism Inserting The Compact Disc The CD player contained within the radio is not a multi disc changer and will only accept one CD Gently inser...

Page 101: ... move to the entrance for easy removal The unit will switch to the radio mode If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds it will be reloaded The radio mode will continue to appear The disc can be ejected with the radio OFF FF TUNE RW Press FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner Program Button 4 Random P...

Page 102: ...button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day Scan Button Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track To stop the scan function press the button a second time CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available through Mopar Accessories The fol lowing instructions are for the radio controls that o...

Page 103: ...ving over a very rough road the CD player may skip momentarily Skipping will not damage the disc or the player and play will resume automatically As a safeguard and to protect your CD player one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot CD HOT will pause the operation Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected o...

Page 104: ... the button back in turns the sound system OFF Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played For your convenience the volume can be tur...

Page 105: ...s the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Balance The balance ...

Page 106: ...ll begin playing on the side of the cassette that is facing up in the player Music Search Pressing the SEEK button while playing a tape will start the Music Search mode Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the tape is within the first 5 seconds of the current ...

Page 107: ...vailable through Mopar Accessories The fol lowing instructions are for the radio controls that operate this CD changer Mode Button To activate the CD changer press the MODE button until CD information appears on the display Push Button While the CD changer is playing press the NUMBER 1 push button or the NUMBER 5 push button to select a disc numbered higher or lower than the one currently being pl...

Page 108: ...ay 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 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 Ra...

Page 109: ...tion until you make another selection Holding the button in will by pass stations without stopping until you release it Tune Press 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 con...

Page 110: ...conds after pressing the SET button the station will continue to play but will not be locked into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this 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 ...

Page 111: ... insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and 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 selec...

Page 112: ...CD playing time to time of day CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available through Mopar Accessories The fol lowing instructions are for the radio controls that operate this CD changer Mode Button To activate the CD changer press the MODE button until CD information appears on the display Push Button While the CD changer is playing ...

Page 113: ...e 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 An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the...

Page 114: ... The changer holds up to 6 discs Each disc is loaded and ejected through a single slot in front of the changer Each disc has a numbered button with an amber light above it which when illuminated indicates that a disc is loaded in that particular chamber Loading the CD Changer When inserting the first CD into the changer if the radio is on wait until the single slot is illuminated on both sides and...

Page 115: ...st track of the current disc Seek Button Press the top of this button on the radio once to play the next track Press the bottom of the button once to return to the beginning of the current track Press the bottom of the button twice to play the previous track FF TUNE RW Press the FF fast forward button and the CD player will fast forward through the tracks until the button is re leased Press the RW...

Page 116: ... command Inserting either a tape or CD automatically starts that mode of play Pressing the AM FM button while in the tape or CD mode will select the radio mode If in the CD mode and the last CD is ejected the radio will tune to the last station selected Removing Discs from the CD Changer If there is a single CD in the changer press the EJT button and the CD will eject If the CD is not removed with...

Page 117: ...enter The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode Radio Operation Pressing the top of the switch will Seek up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will Seek down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control will...

Page 118: ... switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left hand switch will cause the CD changer to play the next available disc CASSETTE TAPE AND PL...

Page 119: ...ery 30 hours of use If you wait until the head becomes very dirty noticeably poor sound it may not be possible to remove all deposits with a simple WET cleaning cassette COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the compact discs in good condition take the following precautions 1 Handle the disc by its edge or center avoid touching the surface 2 If the disc is stained clean the surface with a soft cloth wi...

Page 120: ...essened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repo sitioning of the cellular antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Air Conditioning Heater Control The Air Conditioning System allows you to ...

Page 121: ... power may be noticed when the air conditioning compressor is on This is a normal occurrence as the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and increase fuel economy NOTE If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected check the front of the air condition ing condenser for an accumulation of dirt or insects The air conditioning condenser is located in front of the radia...

Page 122: ...cause windows to fog Use of this mode for longer than 15 minutes is not recommended Panel Air Conditioning Outside air flows through the air condition ing system and then through the outlets located in the instrument panel Bi Level Air Conditioning Outside air flows through the air condition ing system and then through the outlets located in both the instrument panel and floor outlets Panel Air is...

Page 123: ...ed under the front seats and direct warm air to the rear seat passengers Air is directed through these outlets when you select either the Floor Bi Level or Mix modes Rear Window Defroster The Rear Window Defroster button is located to the right of the Mode Control Press this button once to turn on the Rear Window Defrost and a second time to turn them off A light above the button shows that the de...

Page 124: ...e coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against overheating A 50 concentration is recommended Winter Operation The blower air will heat faster in cold weather if you use only the low blower speeds for the first 10 minutes of operation During engine warm up in cold weather use the Defrost mode to direct any cold air away from veh...

Page 125: ...Operating Tips Manual A C Control Only UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125 4 ...

Page 126: ...onths make sure the air intake directly in front of the wind shield is free of ice slush snow or other obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected in the air intake plenum may reduce air flow and plug the plenum water drains 126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 127: ... Starting 132 m Battery And Engine Block Heaters If Equipped 132 m Automatic Transaxle 133 Brake Transmission Interlock 133 Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System 134 Four Speed Automatic Transaxle 135 Reset Mode 135 Gear Ranges For Four Speed Automatic Transaxle 135 m Manual Transaxle 137 Recommended Shift Speeds 138 Downshifting 138 Cruise Control 138 m Parking Brake 139 m Brake System 14...

Page 128: ...ct Spare Tire If Equipped 153 Tire Spinning 154 Tread Wear Indicators 155 Replacement Tires 155 Alignment And Balance 156 m Tire Chains 157 m Snow Tires 157 m Tire Rotation Recommendations 157 m AutoStick If Equipped 158 AutoStick Operation 158 AutoStick General Information 159 m Fuel Requirements 160 Reformulated Gasoline 160 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 160 MMT In Gasoline 161 Sulfur In Gasoline 16...

Page 129: ...le Fuel 2 7L Engines With Automatic Transmission Only 166 E 85 General Information 166 Ethanol Fuel E 85 166 Fuel Requirements 166 Selection Of Engine Oil 167 Starting 168 Cruising Range 168 Replacement Parts 169 Maintenance 169 STARTING AND OPERATING 129 5 ...

Page 130: ...r PARK position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear Manual Transaxle Fully apply the parking brake press the clutch pedal to the floor and place the gear selector in NEUTRAL before starting the engine Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine does not require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal Simply turn the key to ...

Page 131: ...and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a discharged battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle This type of start can be dangerous if done improp erly so follow the procedure carefully See section 6 of this manual for jump starting instructions Extreme Cold Weather below 20 F or 29 C To insure reliable starting ...

Page 132: ...y to the floor Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor the NORMAL STARTING or EX TREME COLD WEATHER procedure should be re peated After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up At cooler ambient temperat...

Page 133: ... Before exiting a vehicle you should shift the transmission into Park remove the key from the ignition and apply the park brake Once the key is removed from the ignition the transmission shift lever is locked in the Park position securing the vehicle against unwanted movement Furthermore you should never leave children unattended inside a vehicle The following indicators should be used to ensure t...

Page 134: ...is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK an...

Page 135: ... that the problem has been momentary the transaxle can be reset to regain all forward gears Stop the vehicle and shift into Park P Turn the Key to LOCK then restart the engine Shift into D and resume driving NOTE Even if the transaxle can be reset it is recom mended that you visit a dealer at your earliest possible convenience Your dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could ...

Page 136: ...d for most city and highway driving It provides smoothest up shifts and down shifts and best fuel economy When frequent transaxle shifting occurs while using the Overdrive range such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions in hilly terrain travel ing into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers use the 3 range 3 Drive This range eliminates shifts into Overdrive The tr...

Page 137: ...UAL TRANSAXLE NOTE The parking brake should be engaged and the gear selector placed in REVERSE before leaving the vehicle especially on an incline Fully depress the clutch pedal before you shift gears As you release the clutch pedal lightly depress the accelera tor pedal Use each gear in numerical order do not skip a gear Be sure the transaxle is in FIRST gear not THIRD when starting from a standi...

Page 138: ... to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 2 7L 15 mph 25 mph 35 mph 45 mph 24 km h 40 km h 56 km h 72 km h Higher upshift speeds may be used to obtain a desired acceleration rate Downshifting Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and prolong engine life CAUTION If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high an engine speed you could damage the engine transmission or clutch To ...

Page 139: ...hicles or reverse for vehicles with manual transaxle To release the parking brake apply the brake pedal and pull up on the parking brake lever Push the release button and lower the lever fully When parking on a hill it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in Park otherwise the load on the transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out o...

Page 140: ...epeated brake applications with the engine off the brakes will still function The effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear a...

Page 141: ...veness of Anti lock brakes and may lead to an accident Pumping makes the stopping distance longer Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop WARNING Anti lock system ABS cannot prevent the natu ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the ...

Page 142: ...losing traction while spinning The traction system oper ates at speeds below 35 mph 56 km h The system is always in the stand by mode unless The Traction Control switch has been used to turn the system off There is an Anti Lock Brake or Traction System mal function The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to the brake system due to overheated brake tempera tures NOTE Extended heavy use of...

Page 143: ...5 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have ...

Page 144: ...re based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Milimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section Width in Inches in R Construction Code 9R9 means Radial Construction 9D9 means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in 144 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 145: ...nditions ie tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL Extra Load or Reinforced Tire Light Load Light Load Tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum Load indicates the maximum load...

Page 146: ...ol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location 2 digits L9 Code representing the tire size 2 digits ABCD Code used by tire manufacturer 1 to 4 digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Num...

Page 147: ...mation about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 the total weight your vehicle can carry 3 the tire size designed for your vehicle 4 the cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if y...

Page 148: ... driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650...

Page 149: ...NOTE For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 392 Kg STARTING AND OPERATING 149 5 ...

Page 150: ...and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob lems You could lose control of your vehicle Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fa...

Page 151: ...For vehicles other than passenger cars the cold tire inflation pressures are listed on either the B pillar the Certification Label or in the Tire Inflation Pressures brochure in the glove compartment Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less that the maxi mum loaded vehicle condition These pressure condi tions will be found in the Supplemental Ti...

Page 152: ...his in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 kPa for every 12 F 7 C for this outside temperature condition Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi 13 to 40 kPa during operation DO NOT reduc...

Page 153: ...ctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your authorized tire dealer for radial tire repairs Compact Spare Tire If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with radial tires It is engineered to be used on your style vehicle only Since this tire has limited tread life the original tire should be repaired or replaced and rein s...

Page 154: ...re installed Damage to the vehicle may result Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 35 mph 55 km h See the paragraph on Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in Section 6 of this manual WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure someone Do ...

Page 155: ...nspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed see the paragraph on tread wear indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa tion placard for the size designation of your tire The service description and load identification will b...

Page 156: ...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 in false speedometer and odometer read ings Alignment And Balance Poor suspension alignment ma...

Page 157: ...le 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 Recommendations Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop ir...

Page 158: ...rak ing eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts and improve overall vehicle performance This system can also provide you with more control during passing city driving cold slippery conditions mountain driving trailer towing and many other situations Autostick Operation The Autostick position is just below the Overdrive posi tion and is identified by the word AUTOSTICK When you place the shif...

Page 159: ...om second to third gear when engine speed reaches about 6300 RPM Downshifts from third to second gear above 66 mph 106 km h and from second to first gear above 37 mph 60 km h will be ignored You can start out in first second or third gear Shifting into fourth gear can occur only after vehicle speed reaches 15 mph 24 km h The transaxle will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a sto...

Page 160: ...d by the new vehicle warranty Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and stumble If you experience these problems try another brand of regular gasoline before considering service for the vehicle Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning fuel referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and a...

Page 161: ...nes 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 used at higher levels than allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in both Federal and California refor mulated gasolines Sulfur in Gasoli...

Page 162: ...e detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and would result in additional cost Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door on the driver s side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this ...

Page 163: ...inches down from the opening If fuel is poured from a portable container the container should have a flexible nozzle long enough to force open the restricting door CAUTION A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp to turn on WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled Never add fuel to the vehicle when t...

Page 164: ...the addition of The tongue weight of the trailer The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle Remember that everything put in or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle Warranty Requirements The Manufacturer s Passenger Vehicle Warranty will apply to vehicles used to tow trailers for non commercial use However the following conditions must be met The maximum...

Page 165: ...r 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 transaxle fluid change intervals NOTE Check the automatic transaxle fluid level before towing Fluid discoloration or a burnt odor shows the need for a transmission fluid and filter change NOTE For vehicles equipped with Autostick By using the Autostick ...

Page 166: ...s a mixture of approximately 85 fuel ethanol and 15 unleaded gasoline WARNING Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury 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 operat...

Page 167: ...e only crankcase engine oils that meet the following re quirements American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identi fication Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API We only recommend API Certified en gine oils that meet the require ments of DaimlerChrysler s Mate rial Standard MS 9214 Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specificatio...

Page 168: ...5 engine wear may be increased significantly This may void your warranty Engine Oil Selection for Operating on Gasoline If you operate the vehicle on regular unleaded gasoline ONLY use Mopar oil or an equivalent that meets certified API American Petroleum Institute Quality Starting The characteristics of E 85 fuel make it unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0 F 18 C In the rang...

Page 169: ...acing fuel system components with non ethanol compatible components can damage your vehicle and may void the warranty 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 STARTING AND OPERATI...

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Page 171: ...ns For Jacking 174 m Jump Starting The Battery 179 m Driving On Slippery Surfaces 182 Acceleration 182 Traction 182 m Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 183 m Towing A Disabled Vehicle 183 m Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground 184 Automatic Transaxle 184 Manual Transaxle 184 All Transaxles 184 6 ...

Page 172: ...ate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the flasher may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion On the highways Slow down In city traffic While stopped put transaxle in neutral but do not increase engine idle speed NOTE There are steps th...

Page 173: ...ditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H turn the engine off immediately and call for service WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Section 7 Mainten...

Page 174: ... tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Preparations for Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface avoid ice or slippery areas and set the parking brake Place the gear selector in PARK Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher park vehicle on firm level s...

Page 175: ...1 Block wheel diagonally op posite flat tire 2 Remove the spare tire scissors jack and lug wrench from stowage WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 175 6 ...

Page 176: ...ile the wheel is still on the ground WARNING To avoid possible personal injury handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with the metal edges and retention teeth 4 Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange Use the lift area closest to the flat tire 5 Raise the vehicle just enough to remove flat tire and install spare tire CENTER C...

Page 177: ...WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 177 6 ...

Page 178: ...k and tools 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 Wheel cover installation if required Do not attempt to install a wheel cover on a compact spare Align valve notch in wheel cover with valve stem on wheel Snap cover into place NOTE When reinstalling ...

Page 179: ... NOTE The battery is stored in a compartment behind the left front fender and is accessible without removing the tire and wheel Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump starting 1 Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact 2 When boosting from a battery in another vehicle park th...

Page 180: ...electrical spark could cause the battery to explode During cold weather when temperatures are below freezing point electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze Do not attempt jump starting because the battery could rupture or explode The battery temperature must be brought up above freezing point before attempting to jump start 6 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let t...

Page 181: ...kin or clothing Don t lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the contaminated area immediately with large quantities of water A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam mable and explosive Keep flame or spark away from the battery Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output that excee...

Page 182: ...r traction ice snow wet mud loose sand etc Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface This is hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precautions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy 2 S...

Page 183: ...g the wheels is most effective CAUTION Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transaxle overheating and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph 48 km h TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Flat bed towing is the preferred towing method If a flat bed towing vehicle is not available a wheel lift towing vehicle may be used Rear towing is not recommended wi...

Page 184: ...5 km the vehicle must be towed with the front wheels off the ground Manual Transaxle If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transaxle it may be towed at any legal highway speed for any distance if the transaxle is in neutral All Transaxles CAUTION 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 necessar...

Page 185: ...m Maintenance Procedures 192 Engine Oil 192 Crankcase Emission Control System 198 Maintenance Free Battery 198 Air Conditioner 199 Power Steering Fluid Check 200 Suspension Ball Joints 201 Body Mechanism Lubrication 201 Windshield Wiper Blades 203 Windshield Washers 203 Exhaust System 204 Cooling System 205 Hoses And Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 209 Brakes 209 Fuel System Hoses 211 Automatic Transmissio...

Page 186: ...t 222 Headlight Bulb Replacement 222 Park Turn Signal Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 224 Fog Light Bulb Replacement 225 Center Stoplight Bulb Replacement 226 Rear Light Bulb Replacement 226 License Plate Bulb Replacement 227 Headlight Aiming 227 m Fluids And Capacities 227 m Recommended Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 228 Engine 228 Chassis 229 186 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 187: ...2 4L ENGINE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 187 7 ...

Page 188: ...2 7L ENGINE 188 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 189: ...ndicator Light It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indica tor Light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy ...

Page 190: ...hich you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD system is ready you must do the following 1 Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch 2 Turn the ignition to the ON position but do not crank or start the engine 3 If you crank or start the engine you will have to start this test over 4 As soon as you turn your key to the ON position you will see your MIL sy...

Page 191: ...ail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on with the engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopar parts for normal scheduled main tenance and repairs is highly recommended to insure the designed performance Damage or failures caused by the use of non Mopar parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer s warranty DEALER SERVICE Your dealer has the qualified se...

Page 192: ...s occur it could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle s engine the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop The best time to check the oil level is about 5 minute...

Page 193: ...s 16 2 km More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing Taxi Police or delivery service commercial service Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow schedule B of th...

Page 194: ...ertified by the American Petroleum Institute API We only recommend API Certified en gine oils that meet the require ments of DaimlerChrysler s Mate rial Standard MS 6395 Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS 6395 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart The proper SAE viscosity grade of engine oil should be selected based on the following recommendation and be within the operating temperat...

Page 195: ...tion dyes to engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and it s performance may be impaired by supplemental addi tives Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil from your vehicle Used oil indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and wh...

Page 196: ...placed if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug Check the specifications section for the proper type of spark plug for use in your vehicle Engine Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions replace the air filter at the intervals shown on Schedule A If however you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or severe con ditions the filter element should be inspected periodi call...

Page 197: ...could cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and the vehicle WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex haust system Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any thing that can burn In unusual situation...

Page 198: ...orking properly replace it with a new valve DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or plugging deposits Replace if necessary Maintenance Free Battery The top of the MAINTENANCE FREE battery is perma nently sealed You will never have to add water nor is periodic maintenance required NOTE The battery is stored in a compartment behind the left front ...

Page 199: ...tery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked positive and negative and identified on the battery case Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion Apply grease to posts and clamps after tightening If a fast charger is used while the battery is in the vehicle disconnect both...

Page 200: ...nt recycling and recovery equipment that meets SAE standard J1991 Power Steering Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected abnormal noises are apparent and or the system is not functioning as antici pated Coordinate inspection efforts through a certified DaimlerChrysler Dealership Before...

Page 201: ...ainst rust and wear Prior to the appli cation of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching compo nents to insure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood latch release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lub...

Page 202: ...ng If you use a lubricant that cannot be dispensed directly into the lock cylinder apply a small amount of the lubricant to the key Insert the key into the lock cylinder then proceed as described above to distribute the lubri cant within the lock cylinder Pay attention to trunk hinges especially during cold weather to ensure ease of trunk operation Other Body Mechanisms The following body mechanis...

Page 203: ...lade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Lift the wiper arm away from the glass Push the release tab and slide the wiper blade assem bly away from the wiper arm Gently place the wiper arm on the windshield Install the new blade assembly onto the wiper arm tip until it locks in place Windshield Washers The fluid reservoir ...

Page 204: ... rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri cation or oil change Replace as required WARNING...

Page 205: ...s had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or cap is hot Coolant Checks Check coolant protection every 12 months before the onset of freezing weather where applicable If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant Check the front of the radiator for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc Clean t...

Page 206: ...r s recommended coolant refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct coolant type CAUTION Failure to use the proper antifreeze could cause radiator plugging and engine overheating Do not mix antifreeze brands or use plain water alone or alcohol base antifreeze products Do not use addi tional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the radiato...

Page 207: ... pressure cap specified for your vehicle Use of any other pressure cap may result in decreased engine cooling system performance and or damage to your vehicle Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant 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 Do not store ethylene glycol ba...

Page 208: ...mally a result of moisture from rain snow or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vaporized when the thermostat opens allowing hot water 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 bottle Check coolant freeze point in the syst...

Page 209: ...ould be replaced immedi ately if there is any evidence of degradation that could cause failure Brakes In order to assure brake system performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Suggested service intervals can be found in section 8 WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal ca...

Page 210: ... should be done whenever the brake system is serviced and every engine oil change WARNING Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure You could have an accident If you see any signs of cracking scuffing or worn spots have the brake hoses replaced immediately Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services or immediately if the bra...

Page 211: ...not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid as seal damage will result Fuel System Hoses Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are designed with hoses and clamps which have unique material characteristics to provide adequate sealing and resist attack by deteriorated gasoline You are urged to use only manufacturer specified hoses and clamps or their equivalent in ma...

Page 212: ...s Refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Procedure For Checking Fluid Level The fluid level in the automatic transaxle should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced Operation with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transaxle and of the fluid To properly check the automatic transaxle fluid level the following procedure must be u...

Page 213: ... schedule A No change necessary Maintenance schedule B Every 60 000 miles 96 000 km change fluid and filter under the following condi tions 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 transaxle is disassembled for any ...

Page 214: ...ns the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle Fluid changes are not necessary unless the lubricant has become contaminated with water If con taminated with water the fluid should be changed im mediately Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo...

Page 215: ...els completely with clear water If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle wash it as soon as possible Use Mopar auto polish to remove road film and stains and to polish your vehicle Take care never to scratch the paint Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish CAUTION Do not use abrasive or strong clea...

Page 216: ...may damage the wheels protective fin ish Your painted and chrome aluminum wheels should be treated as you would treat the finish on your car Always use a soft non abrasive cloth with a mild dish washing soap and water when cleaning your wheels Never use scouring pads steel wool or a bristle brush Never use cleaners that contain acid oven cleaners or any abrasive metal cleaner as they will cause pe...

Page 217: ...aning CAUTION Never use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean the leather The leather has already been pretreated The application of any leather conditioner may damage the factory applied top coat Leather is best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather surface and shoul...

Page 218: ...ce which minimizes reflections in the windshield Do not use protectants or other products which may cause undesir able reflections Use soap and warm water to restore the low glare surface Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic Clean with...

Page 219: ...plies to vehicles built without the fuse and relay numbering embossed on the Power Distribution Center Top Cover Interior Fuses The fuse access panel is behind the end cover at the left side of the instrument panel To remove the panel pull it out as shown The identity of each fuse is indicated on the backside of the cover MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 219 7 ...

Page 220: ...l low Instrument cluster illumina tion Park and tail Lights 8 20 Amp Yel low Power Receptacle Horns Ignition Fuel Start Cavity Fuse Circuit 9 15 Amp Blue Power Door Lock Motors Body Control Module 10 20 Amp Yel low Daytime Running Light Mod ule Canada 11 10 Amp Red Instrument Cluster Transmis sion Control Park Neutral Switch Body Control Module 12 10 Amp Red Left Low beam Headlight 13 20 Amp Yel l...

Page 221: ...that must be corrected REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb Number ABS Lamp PC 161 Instrument Cluster PC 194 Fog Light Indicator PC 161 Dome Light 578 Front Reading Map Lights 906 Trunk Light 562 Cup Holder Light 37 Climate Control Light 37 Traction Control Light PC161 LIGHT BULBS Exterior Bulb Number Headlight 9007 Park Turn Signal Front 3157A Fog Light 880L Tail Stop Turn Signal 315...

Page 222: ...T Headlight Bulb Replacement 1 Open the hood and remove the two headlight mount ing screws 2 Remove the push in fasteners by prying under the head of the fasteners with a flat bladed tool 222 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 223: ... from the vehicle 4 Turn the retaining ring counterclockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly 5 Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life 6 If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 223 7 ...

Page 224: ...nt 1 Open the hood and remove the two headlight assem bly mounting screws Pull the headlight assembly away from the vehicle 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket to the headlight assembly Reinstall the headlight assembly 224 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 225: ...ehicle to expose the bulb and socket assembly 3 Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb and socket assembly 4 Turn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the housing 5 Install the new bulb and socket assembly reattach the wiring connector and reinstall the fog light assembly MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 225 7 ...

Page 226: ...he trunk liner away to expose the wiring connector and light housing plastic retainers 2 Disconnect the wiring connector and remove the plas tic retainers Remove the light housing from the vehicle 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the housing Remove and replace the bulb then reinstall the bulb and socket assembly 4 Reinstall the light housing and reconnect the wiring connec...

Page 227: ...tion of the headlights on a wall prior to loading the vehicle Load the vehicle and then readjust the headlights to the original position If any further adjustments are necessary contact your manfacturer s dealer A detailed service procedure is contained in the manufacturer s Service Manual Information on purchasing a Service Manual can be found at the back of this Owner s Manual FLUIDS AND CAPACIT...

Page 228: ...d GF 3 engine oil SAE 5W 30 is recommended Refer to the engine oil viscosity chart for the correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label under the engine hood Oil Filter 2 4L Engine Mopart Oil Filter P N 4105409 or equivalent Oil Filter 2 7L Engine Mopart Oil Filter P N 5281090 or equivalent Fuel Selection 87...

Page 229: ...Transmission Mopart ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Brake Master Cylinder Mopart Brake Fluid DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Power Steering Reservoir Mopart ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Steering Gear Linkage Ball Joints Prop Shafts Yokes Wheel Bearings Mopart Multi Purpose Lubricant NLGI Grade 2 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 229 7 ...

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Page 231: ...ULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance 232 m Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle PZEV For 2 4L If Equipped 232 m Maintenance Schedules 233 Schedule B 236 Schedule A 246 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 232: ...d be done any time a malfunction is suspected NOTE Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establish ment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of California California Air Resources Board regulations Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle PZEV for ...

Page 233: ...dusty conditions Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 km More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C 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 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 mont...

Page 234: ... 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 Check the windshield washer solvent and add if requi...

Page 235: ...e linings hoses and calipers Inspect the CV joints and front and rear suspension components Check the automatic transmission fluid level Check the brake master cylinder fluid level Check the manual transmission fluid level Check the coolant level hoses and clamps Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on Schedule A 6 000 miles 10 000 km or every other interval shown on Schedule B 6 000...

Page 236: ...riving in dusty conditions Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 2 km More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing L Taxi police or delivery service commercial ser vices L Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000...

Page 237: ...0 19 000 24 000 29 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary X X X X X X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X SCHEDULE B 237 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 238: ...eplace if re quired X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect and check tension for power steering belt 2 4 Liter Engine Adjust or replace if re quired X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X Replace the spark plugs on 2 4 liter engine X 238 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 239: ...000 77 000 82 000 86 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary X X X X X X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X SCHEDULE B 239 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 240: ...nsion for power steering belt 2 4 Liter Engine Adjust or replace if re quired X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X X Replace the ignition cables on 2 4 liter engine X Replace the accessory drive belts on the 2 7 liter engine X Replace the spark plugs on the 2 4 liter en gine X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X Change the automatic transmission ...

Page 241: ...X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect and check tension for power steering belt 2 4 Liter Engine Adjust or replace if re quired X Replace the engine timing belt on 2 4 liter engine X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X Replace the spark plugs on 2 4 liter engine X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X SCHEDULE B 241 8 M A I N T E N A N C ...

Page 242: ...e spark plugs on the 2 4 liter en gine X Replace the ignition cables on the 2 4 liter en gine X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X Flush and replace the engine coolant X Replace the spark plugs on the 2 7 liter en gine X Check and retension accessory drive belts on 2 7 liter engine X Replace the accessory drive belts on 2 4 liter engine X 242 SCHEDULE B 8 M...

Page 243: ... Replace the air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs on the 2 4 liter en gine X Replace the ignition cables on the 2 4 liter en gine X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X X Replace the accessory drive belts on 2 7 liter engine X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter L X SCHEDULE B 243 8 M A I N...

Page 244: ...nd engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary X X X X X X Inspect and check tension for power steering belt 2 4 Liter Engine Adjust or replace if re quired X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X 244 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 245: ...tors rear drums and shoes X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty Except for the 2 4 liter Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle PZEV 2 4 liter PZEV only This maintenance is not required if previously replaced Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunctio...

Page 246: ...nd engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Replace the spark plugs on 2 4 liter engine X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X X Inspect and replace PCV valve if required X 246 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 247: ...d check tension for power steering belt 2 4 Liter Engine Adjust or replace if re quired X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X X Replace the spark plugs on 2 4 liter engine X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months or 102 000 miles X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X Replace the ignition cables on 2 4 liter en gine X Replace the accessory d...

Page 248: ...ro tors rear drums and shoes X Replace the spark plugs on 2 4 liter engine X Replace the spark plugs on 2 7 liter engine X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X Replace the engine timing belt on 2 4 liter en gine X Check and retension alternator drive belts on 2 7 liter engine X Replace the accessory drive belts on 2 4L engine X Replace the ignition cables on 2 4 liter engine X Replace th...

Page 249: ...ce if required X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect the front and rear brake pads linings rotors rear drums and shoes X X Replace the spark plugs on 2 4 liter engine X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X Replace the accessory drive belts in 2 7 liter engine X Replace the ignition cables on 2 4 liter en gine X Replace the spark plugs on 2 4 liter engine X SCHEDULE A 249 8 M...

Page 250: ...er but is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty Except for the 2 4 liter Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle PZEV 2 4 liter PZEV only 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 servi...

Page 251: ... 252 Prepare A List 252 Be Reasonable With Requests 252 m If You Need Assistance 252 m Warranty Information 254 m Mopart Parts 256 m Reporting Safety Defects 256 In Canada 256 m Publication Order Forms 256 m Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 258 Treadwear 258 Traction Grades 258 Temperature Grades 259 9 ...

Page 252: ...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 vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you to be happy with our products and services Your selling dealer is best equipped and most anxious to provide prompt resolution for any wa...

Page 253: ...hrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone 800 465 2001 In Mexico contact Av Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma 1240 Sante Fe C P 05109 Mexico D F In Mexico 915 729 1248 or 729 1240 Outside Mexico 525 729 1248 or 729 1240 Customer Assistance For The Hear...

Page 254: ...r s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s Service Contract If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s Service Contract and you require service after your manufactur er s new vehicle limited warranty expires please refer to your contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents We appreciate that you hav...

Page 255: ...IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 255 9 ...

Page 256: ...you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Wash ington DC area or write to NHTSA U S Dept of Transportation Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers ...

Page 257: ... problems on computer controlled vehicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshooting and driveability procedures proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific ...

Page 258: ...aded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction Grades The traction grades from highest to lowest a...

Page 259: ...can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passen ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Exces...

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Page 262: ...ic 21 Alarm System 22 Alignment and Balance 156 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antifreeze Disposal 207 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 206 Capacities 227 Anti Lock Brake System 141 Anti Lock Warning Light 88 Anti Theft Security Alarm 22 Appearance Care 214 Automatic Door Locks 17 Automatic Transaxle 133 184 211 Filter 213 Fluid and Filter Changes 213 Fluid Level Check 212 Interlock System 12 134 Re...

Page 263: ...pacities Fluid 227 Car Washes 215 Carpeting 216 Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance 118 Cassette Tape Player 95 104 106 Catalytic Converter 197 CD Changer 102 107 112 114 CD Player 100 109 111 118 Center High Mounted Stop Light 226 Central Locking 17 Chains Tire 157 Changing A Flat Tire 174 Charging System Light 86 Chart Tire Sizing 144 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 49 Child Restraint 40 42 44...

Page 264: ...ponents 209 Selection of Coolant 206 Corrosion Protection 214 Crankcase Emission Control System 198 Cruise Control 67 Cruise Light 85 Customer Assistance 252 Daytime Brightness Interior Lights 62 Daytime Running Lights 63 Dealer Service 191 Defroster Rear Window 123 Defroster Windshield 50 123 Diagnostic System Onboard 189 Dimmer Control 61 Dimmer Switch Headlight 64 Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle ...

Page 265: ... Liter 232 Timing Belt 198 Engine Oil Viscosity 194 227 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 194 Entry System Illuminated 15 Exhaust Gas Caution 204 Exhaust System 204 Exterior Light Service 222 Filters Air Cleaner 196 Automatic Transaxle 213 Engine Fuel 196 Engine Oil 195 Flashers Hazard Warning 172 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range 168 Engine Oil 194 Maintenance 169 Replacement Parts 169 Starting 168 ...

Page 266: ...218 Hazard Warning Flasher 172 Head Restraints 58 Headlights 222 Aiming 227 Bulb Replacement 222 Cleaning 217 High Beam 86 Switch 63 Time Delay 64 Heater 120 Homelink Transmitter 70 Hood Prop 60 Hood Release 60 Hoses 209 211 Ignition Key 11 Lock 11 Illuminated Entry 15 Immobilizer 13 Infant Restraint 41 Inside Rearview Mirror 55 Instrument Cluster 84 Instrument Panel and Controls 83 Instrument Pan...

Page 267: ...en 44 Latch Plate 27 Leaks Fluid 50 Lights 61 Airbag 37 49 85 Anti Lock 88 Brake Warning 89 139 Bulb Replacement 221 Check Engine 86 Daytime Running 63 Dimmer Switch Headlight 63 64 Exterior Check 50 Fog 64 87 225 Front Replacement 224 Headlight Switch 63 High Beam Indicator 86 Illuminated Entry 15 Instrument Cluster 63 Interior 61 License 227 Lights On Reminder 64 Low Fuel 90 Map Reading 62 Oil P...

Page 268: ...Free Battery 198 Maintenance Procedures 192 Maintenance Schedule 233 Light Duty Schedule 9B9 236 Schedule 9A9 246 Schedule 9B9 236 Malfunction Indicator Light 86 190 Manual Service 256 Manual Transaxle 137 184 Mirrors 55 Electric Remote 55 Outside 55 56 Rearview 55 Vanity 56 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Mopar Parts 191 256 Multi Function Control Lever 63 Occupant Restraints 25 Odometer 88 T...

Page 269: ...ng Light 64 Pets 48 Placard Tire and Loading Information 147 Power Brakes 140 Door Locks 15 Outlet 77 Seats 58 Steering 142 Steering Checking 200 Sunroof 75 Windows 25 142 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 32 Programmable Electronic Features 71 74 Programming Transmitters 21 71 74 Radial Ply Tires 153 Radiator Cap 207 Radio 95 104 109 Radio Broadcast Signals 94 Radio Operation 104 109 117 Radio Remote...

Page 270: ...Shoulder Anchorage 30 And Pregnant Women 32 Child Restraint 40 41 45 Extender 32 Front Seat 27 Inspection 49 Operating Instructions 27 Reminder 90 Seats 57 Adjustment 57 Cleaning 216 Head Restraints 58 Lumbar Support 58 Power 58 Rear Folding 59 Reclining 57 Security Alarm 22 Sentry Key 11 13 Service Assistance 252 Service Contract 254 Service Engine Soon Light 86 Service Manuals 256 Setting the Cl...

Page 271: ... Theft System 22 Tilt Steering Column 66 Tire and Loading Information Placard 147 Tire Identification Number TIN 146 Tire Markings 143 Tire Safety Information 143 Tires 50 150 258 Air Pressure 150 Alignment 156 Chains 157 Changing 174 Compact Spare 153 Flat Changing 174 General Information 150 High Speed 152 Inflation Pressures 151 Load Capacity 147 Quality Grading 258 Radial 153 Replacement 155 R...

Page 272: ...r Indicators 155 Trip Computer 90 Trip Odometer 88 Trunk Release Emergency 24 Trunk Release Remote Control 23 Turn Signals 64 86 Underhood Fuses 219 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 258 Universal Transmitter 70 Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 209 Vanity Mirrors 56 Vehicle Identification Number 6 Vehicle Loading 147 164 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Theft Alarm 22 Vinyl Trim 216 Viscosity Engine Oi...

Page 273: ...heel Alignment and Balance 156 Wind Buffeting 25 77 Window Airbag 33 38 Windows Power 25 Windshield Washers 65 203 Windshield Wipers 65 203 Wiper Blade Replacement 203 Wipers Intermittent 66 INDEX 273 10 ...

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