Dodge 2006 LX Magnum SRT8 Owner'S Manual Download Page 10

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Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

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Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

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Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

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Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

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Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System
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Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped . . . . .34

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Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . .34

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Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

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Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . .35

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Engine Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . .56

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Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

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Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

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Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for 2006 LX Magnum SRT8

Page 1: ...ICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 59 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 187 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 249 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 261 8 MAINTENAN...

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

Page 4: ...knows your vehicle best has the factory trained techni cians and genuine Mopar parts and is interested in your satisfaction WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle componen...

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

Page 6: ...e all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is located near the left front corner of the windshield The VIN is visible from outside of the vehicle t...

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

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Page 9: ...s 13 Customer Key Programming 14 General Information 15 Illuminated Entry System 15 Door Locks 15 Manual Door Locks 15 Power Door Locks 16 Child Protection Door Lock 18 Remote Keyless Entry 19 To Unlo...

Page 10: ...4 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 34 Seat Belt Extender 35 Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbag 35 Engine Break In Recommendations 56 Safety Tips 57 Exhaust Gas 57 S...

Page 11: ...e place Ignition Key Removal The shift lever must be in PARK Turn the key to the LOCK position then remove the key NOTE The power window switches radio power sunroof and power outlets will remain acti...

Page 12: ...In Ignition Reminder If you open the driver s door and the key is in the ignition switch a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key NOTE The Key In Ignition reminder only occurs when the ignit...

Page 13: ...eration vehicle has been running for longer than 10 seconds a fault has been detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible NOTE The Sentry Key Immobilizer System i...

Page 14: ...nition switch OFF and remove the first key 3 Insert the second valid key and turn the ignition switch ON within 15 seconds After ten seconds a chime will sound and the Theft Alarm Light will begin to...

Page 15: ...e lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned ON from the LOCK position NOTE None of the courtesy lights will operate if the...

Page 16: ...l injuries and death Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in...

Page 17: ...ic Vehicle Informa tion Center EVIC section of this manual for details Auto Unlock The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if 1 The Auto Unlock feature is enabled 2 The t...

Page 18: ...e rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged To activate the system open the rear door and move the child lock control located near the door s rear latc...

Page 19: ...shifted out of PARK all the transmitter buttons are disabled for all keys To unlock the doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once to unlock the driver s door or twice to unlock...

Page 20: ...econd and release When the panic alarm is on the headlights and park lights will flash the horn will pulse on and off and the interior lights will turn on The panic alarm will stay on for 3 minutes un...

Page 21: ...E Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board 1 With the transmitter buttons facing down remove the small screw and separate the two halves of the tran...

Page 22: ...conds During that time the Vehicle Theft Alarm Immobilizer light will flash If it does not illuminate the system is not arming If you open a door during this arming period the system will cancel the a...

Page 23: ...icle or not If you remain in the vehicle and open a door the alarm will sound If this occurs disarm the system The alarm system will be activated when the battery is connected if the system was previo...

Page 24: ...ly To open the window part way press the window switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop To stop the window from going all the way down during the auto down operation...

Page 25: ...h again to close the window NOTE Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto closure If this happens pull the switch lightly to the first det...

Page 26: ...ed or locked by the remote keyless entry transmitter or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors Once unlocked the liftgate can be opened or closed To open the liftgate de...

Page 27: ...n opening the liftgate in cold weather OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems These include the front and rear seat belts for the driv...

Page 28: ...nd 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 in...

Page 29: ...e 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 matt...

Page 30: ...rm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind yo...

Page 31: ...t to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays or loose parts Damaged par...

Page 32: ...llow this warning could result in serious or fatal injury Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the driver and front passenger seats the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to posit...

Page 33: ...reater than 5 mph 8 km h the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert will alert the driver or front passenger to buckle their seat belt The driver should also instruct all other occupants to buckle their se...

Page 34: ...slack in the shoulder belt Use The Automatic Locking Mode any time a child safety seat is installed in the center rear seating position Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in...

Page 35: ...t extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating positions Remove an...

Page 36: ...the airbags are inflating If your vehicle is equipped with left and right side curtain airbags do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the side curtain airbag The a...

Page 37: ...right position for the airbags to protect you properly Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag 1 Children 12 years old and under should ride buckle...

Page 38: ...person contact the Customer Center Phone numbers are provided in the If You Need Customer Assistance section in this manual WARNING Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a...

Page 39: ...mines the proper level of airbag to be deployed The frontal airbag inflators are designed to provide three different rates of airbag inflation The airbag control module will not detect a rollover The...

Page 40: ...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 i...

Page 41: ...articles 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 anot...

Page 42: ...e not belted and seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side curtain airbag inflates This especially applies to children The side curtain airbag is only about 3 1 2 inches 8...

Page 43: ...should not be illuminated when an adult passenger is properly seated in the front passenger seat In this case the airbag is ready to be inflated if a collision requiring an airbag occurs The PAD Indi...

Page 44: ...occupant of the seat as an adult An adult occupant needs to sit in a normal position with their feet on or near the floor in order to be properly classified Drivers and adult passengers should verify...

Page 45: ...nsors a fault will occur which turns on both the PAD Indicator Light and the Airbag Warning Light Once the lodged object is removed the fault will be automatically cleared after a short period of time...

Page 46: ...ision The Passenger Airbag Disabled PAD Indicator Light indicates to the driver and passenger when the airbag is turned OFF In the presence of a properly seated occupant when the PAD indicator light i...

Page 47: ...use the correct seat cover specified for the vehicle Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seat cover Do not add a secondary seat cover other than those approved by DaimlerChrysler Mopar...

Page 48: ...nitiative the company or its designated representative will first obtain permis sion of the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle usually the vehicle owner or lessee before accessing the electr...

Page 49: ...too Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years...

Page 50: ...ion than infant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg but are less than one year old Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the...

Page 51: ...nts 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...

Page 52: ...e s seat belts instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure LATCH compatible child restraint systems are now av...

Page 53: ...lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces The rear seat lower anchorage b...

Page 54: ...cording 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 coul...

Page 55: ...lt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out If the belt still can t be tightened or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the...

Page 56: ...ngine in your new vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle...

Page 57: ...r at high speed WARNING If you are required to drive with the liftgate open make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculatio...

Page 58: ...tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness a...

Page 59: ...64 Outside Mirror Driver s Side 64 Outside Mirror Passenger s Side 64 Power Remote Control Mirrors 65 Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 65 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 65 Hands Free...

Page 60: ...ghts On Reminder 95 Headlight Time Delay 95 Fog Lights If Equipped 95 Turn Signals 95 Highbeam Lowbeam Select Switch 96 Flash To Pass 96 Windshield Wipers And Washers 96 Windshield Wiper Operation Fro...

Page 61: ...amming Homelink 108 Canadian Programming Gate Programming 111 Using Homelink 112 Erasing Homelink Buttons 112 Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button 112 Security 112 Power Sunroof If Equipped 113 Open...

Page 62: ...Off 119 Cupholders 119 Front Seat Cupholders 119 Rear Seat Cupholders 120 Storage 120 Console Features 120 Cargo Management System If Equipped 121 Roof Luggage Rack If Equipped 127 Load Leveling Syste...

Page 63: ...e adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror If Equipped If the switch is in the AUTO position the mirror will automatically adjust for annoying headlight...

Page 64: ...rward full rearward and normal Outside Mirror Driver s Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Outside...

Page 65: ...identally moving a mirror position Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window Defrost Illumi...

Page 66: ...to 32 names and four numbers per name Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language This system is driven through your Blue tooth Hands Free profile cellular phone UC...

Page 67: ...splay will be used for visual prompts from the UConnect system such as CELL or caller ID on certain radios Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnect system and to navigate through t...

Page 68: ...ptions at any prompt if you ask for help To activate the UConnect system from idle simply press the Phone button and follow audible prompts for directions All UConnect system sessions begin with a pre...

Page 69: ...your cellular phone Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7 1 being the highest prio...

Page 70: ...e following beep say the name of the person you want to call For example you can say John Doe where John Doe is a previ ously stored name entry in the UConnect phone book Refer to section Add Names to...

Page 71: ...cle is not in motion Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Edit You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit N...

Page 72: ...y the phonebook in the current language is deleted Delete All Entries in the UConnect Phonebook Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Erase All Th...

Page 73: ...aiting that you normally hear when using your cell phone Press the Phone button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call NOTE The UConnect system compatible phones in market toda...

Page 74: ...Phone button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call Call Termination To end a call in progress momentarily press the Phone button Only the...

Page 75: ...equipped Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection After selecting one of the languages all prompts and voice commands will be in that language NOTE After every UConnect lan...

Page 76: ...stance number dialed is based on the Country where the vehicle is purchased 1 800 528 2069 for USA 1 877 213 4525 for Canada 55 14 3454 for Mexico city and 1 800 712 3040 for outside Mexico city in Me...

Page 77: ...your voice recognition command immediately For example if a prompt is playing Would you like to pair a phone clear a you could press the Voice Recognition button and say Pair a Phone to select that op...

Page 78: ...her party but the other party will not be able to hear you In order to mute the UConnect system Press the Voice Recognition button After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Mute In order to un...

Page 79: ...ce recognition button and say Select or Delete Also see the next two sections for an alternate way to select or de lete a paired phone Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select a...

Page 80: ...ak normally without pausing just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight 8 feet away from you Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period Perf...

Page 81: ...lly closed windows and dry weather condition Operation from driver seat Performance such as audio clarity echo and loud ness to a large degree rely on the phone and network and not the UConnect system...

Page 82: ...82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...

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Page 85: ...ne pairing Pairing Phonebook Phone book Return to main menu Return Main menu Select phone select Set up Phone settings phone set up SEATS Power Seats The power seat switch is on the outboard side of t...

Page 86: ...power seat as it may cause damage to the seat controls Power Reclining Seats The recliner control for both front seats is located on the outboard side of the seat WARNING Do not ride with the seatbac...

Page 87: ...eaters provide the same heat level for both cushion and back The front driver s and passenger seats are heated The controls for each heater are located near the bottom center of the instrument panel A...

Page 88: ...ation At that time the number of illuminated LEDs changes from two to one indicating the change Operation on the low setting also turns off automatically after two hours NOTE Once a heat setting is se...

Page 89: ...position make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seat back above the seat strap WARNING The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle with the rear seatbacks in the locked up or fold...

Page 90: ...the pedals forward toward the front of the vehicle Press the switch rearward to move the pedals rearward toward the driver The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF The pedals can be adjusted...

Page 91: ...ocated under the center front edge of the hood Use the hood prop rod if equipped to secure the hood in the open position To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Lower the hood unti...

Page 92: ...time to turn the light OFF The lights also turn on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward past the second detent Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is...

Page 93: ...e the dimmer control to the extreme bottom OFF position The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open Parade Mode Daytime Brightness Feature Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first...

Page 94: ...t side of the steering column Headlights Parking Lights Instrument Panel Lights Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation Turn to...

Page 95: ...will be cancelled If the headlights are turned off before the ignition they will turn off in the normal manner NOTE The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds of turning the ignition off to acti...

Page 96: ...to switch the headlights to HIGH beam Pull the Lever towards you to switch the headlights back to LOW beam Flash to Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the Mul...

Page 97: ...ion Rear The rear wiper and washer is operated by the rear wiper switch The switch is located near the top center of the instrument panel The rear wiper and washer switch provides intermittent wiper o...

Page 98: ...s for 2 wipe cycles after the switch is released Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared It is located in the front of the engine compar...

Page 99: ...telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that incl...

Page 100: ...pressure during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated ESP Electronic Stability Program This system enhances directional contr...

Page 101: ...SP Electronic Stability Program cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded ESP cannot prevent accidents including those resulting f...

Page 102: ...tton for 5 seconds when the vehicle is stopped with the engine running After 5 seconds a chime will sound the ESP TCS Indicator Light will illuminate and the ESPOFF message will be dis played in the v...

Page 103: ...ffered by ESP is unavail able ESP BAS Warning Lamp The yellow ESP BAS Warning Lamp located in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The light should go...

Page 104: ...LECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged this device takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The speed control switch consists of a stalk mounted lever located on the st...

Page 105: ...one wheel such as the compact spare tire To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pushing the lever away from you CANCEL or normal braking while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the speed contr...

Page 106: ...and down hills A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal Four speed automatic transmissions will experience a downshift to 3rd gear while climbing uphill or descend ing downhill This downshift...

Page 107: ...nd time to turn the lights off The lights also turn on when a front door rear door or liftgate is opened The lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is...

Page 108: ...e path of the door People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety stan dards...

Page 109: ...Channels Cleared after 20 seconds Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step one to program a second and or third hand held transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink bu...

Page 110: ...4 The EVIC display will show Channel X Training where X is Channel 1 2 or 3 Release both buttons after the EVIC display shows Channel X Trained NOTE If the EVIC display shows Did Not Train repeat ste...

Page 111: ...tons begin with Programming step two Do not repeat step one For questions or comments please contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Canadian Programming Gate Programming Canadian radio...

Page 112: ...omeLink buttons and release only when the EVIC display shows Channels Cleared after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink is now in the train or learning mode...

Page 113: ...cluding interference that may cause undes ired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the eq...

Page 114: ...rearward and release and the sunroof will open automatically from any position The sunroof will open fully then stop automatically This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any moveme...

Page 115: ...nshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens NOTE The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears o...

Page 116: ...he sunroof is fully closed ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are three 12 volt electrical outlets on this vehicle All of the outlets are protected by an automatic reset circuit breaker The automatic circ...

Page 117: ...power with the ignition switch in the LOCK position The center console outlet is powered directly from the battery power available at all times Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the batter...

Page 118: ...lso powered directly from the battery power available at all times Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and or prevent engine starting Auxiliary Power Outlet 118 UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 119: ...e these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be dri...

Page 120: ...rovide clearance for power cords to pass conveniently out of the bin with the lid closed This feature is ideal for games laptops cell phones or other electrical equipment A four slot coin holder can h...

Page 121: ...ower load floor is hinged to provide access to the spare tire battery and rear electrical power distribution center The 60 40 split folding rear seat provides cargo carrying versatility The seatbacks...

Page 122: ...position a flat position or it can be removed Use the handle to adjust the position of the load floor The load floor positions are shown in the following illustrations Load Floor Handle Load Floor Par...

Page 123: ...ate secure the extended cover in place to keep items out of sight The tonneau cover can also be re moved when large items are stowed with the rear seat folded down To install the tonneau cover first i...

Page 124: ...following the guides along each side of the rear compartment making sure the cover is fully seated Waterproof Liner The optional waterproof liner can be placed over the lower load floor Rear Attachme...

Page 125: ...floor Lift the handle and pull to open the cargo organizer Cargo Tie Down Hooks The tie downs located on cargo area floor and on the rear trim panels should be used to safely secure loads when vehicl...

Page 126: ...evenly on the cargo floor Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind...

Page 127: ...apacity The placard is located either on the driver s side B pillar or the driver door Flip the lever up to attach or adjust the crossbars Then turn lever counter clockwise to loosen lower clamp Twist...

Page 128: ...en positioning or placing luggage above it to prevent damage to the sliding pop up roof panel WARNING Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle Improperly secured loads can fly off the v...

Page 129: ...If Equipped 147 System Warnings Customer Information Features 147 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 148 Sales Code REF AM FM CD Single Disc Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hand...

Page 130: ...ion Instructions CD Mode For CD Audio Play 162 Load Eject Button CD Mode For CD Audio Play 163 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 164 Operation Instructions CD Mode For MP3 And WMA Audio Play 166 Load Eject B...

Page 131: ...Of Signals 174 Electrical Disturbances 174 AM Reception 174 FM Reception 174 Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance 175 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 175 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 176 Climate Contr...

Page 132: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 132 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 133: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 4...

Page 134: ...m x 1000 for each gear range Before reaching the red area ease up on the accelerator 6 Voltage Light This light monitors the electrical system volt age The light should turn on momentarily as the eng...

Page 135: ...grades or when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If tempera...

Page 136: ...ature is criti cally hot and the vehicle should be turned off immedi ately The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible 12 Electronic Stability Program ESP Traction Control System TCS Indicator...

Page 137: ...the driver s or front passenger s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb check or when driving if the driver s or front passenger s seat belt remains unbuck led the Seat Belt Warning...

Page 138: ...equipped with Anti Lock brakes ABS are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD In the event of an EBD failure the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light Immediate...

Page 139: ...tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Underinfla tion also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Each tire including the spare...

Page 140: ...uch as a loose or missing gas cap poor fuel quality etc may illuminate the light after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles...

Page 141: ...on and the mode displayed will change between Trip Functions Navigation If Equipped System Warnings System Status Personal Settings and Telephone If Equipped Pressing the FUNCTION SELECT button ac cep...

Page 142: ...ingle chime RKE Battery Low with a single chime Personal Settings Not Available Vehicle Not in Park Left Right Front Door Ajar one or more with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph Left Right Rear D...

Page 143: ...ated distance is determined using the MPG for the last few minutes This is not resettable NOTE The LOW FUEL message will appear in the EVIC display when DTE is 30 miles or less Trip A Shows the total...

Page 144: ...ally Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL message does not appear in the EVIC display you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually To put into a Calibra...

Page 145: ...ress and release the compass button to exit Telephone If Equipped Press and release the MENU button until Telephone is displayed in the EVIC When the appropriate conditions exist the EVIC pro vides th...

Page 146: ...ol to indicate that the U Connect phone is currently in analog mode The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the U Connect phone is currently in roaming The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate...

Page 147: ...essing the FUNCTION SELECT button will change the Navigation Unit Display to the Menu Turn By Turn Directions If Turn by Turn Navigation is enabled through Personal Settings the Navigation System will...

Page 148: ...ection in the HANDS FREE COMMUNICATION UConnect IF EQUIPPED section of this manual for details Display English or Metric The EVIC odometer and navigation system units can be changed between English an...

Page 149: ...ont and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature select...

Page 150: ...irmed Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button when in this display until ON or OFF appears to make your selection Turn by Turn Navigation If Equipped When ON is selected the Turn by Turn directio...

Page 151: ...tellite Radio if equipped SEEK Button Radio Mode Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next listenable station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped mode Press the right side of the b...

Page 152: ...inutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune Audio control 5 To exit press any button knob or wait 5 seconds RW FF Radio Mode Pressing the rewind fast forward...

Page 153: ...the display window Select the button 1 6 you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button the station wil...

Page 154: ...Mode Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next track on the CD Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current track or return to the beginning of the previous...

Page 155: ...t forward feature If the RW button is pressed the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play Operation Instructio...

Page 156: ...tton Auxiliary Mode Press this button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day The time of day will be displayed for 5 seconds RW FF Auxiliary Mode No function RND SET Button Aux...

Page 157: ...io 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 l...

Page 158: ...e button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune Audio control 3 After the hours are adjusted press the right side Tune Audio control to set the minutes The minutes wil...

Page 159: ...t side speakers Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speak ers Press the rot...

Page 160: ...ill be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station NOTE If you have selected a PTY with the tune knob simply pressing the tune button in will go directly to a PTY seek Buttons 1 6 Radio Mode...

Page 161: ...e tape is reached At the end of the tape the tape will play in the opposite direction Tape Eject Press this button and the cassette will disen gage and eject from the radio Scan Button Press this butt...

Page 162: ...discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks and WMA Inserting Compact Disc s CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 inch 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs...

Page 163: ...isplay will show EJECTING DISC when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc Press and hold the LOAD EJT button for 5 seconds and all CDs will be ejected from the radio If you...

Page 164: ...ed track Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the tracks Release the FF button to stop the fast forward feature If the RW button is pressed the current track will reverse to the beginn...

Page 165: ...se of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the mp3 exten sion as MP3 files Non MP3 file...

Page 166: ...ng times will increase with more files and folders To increase the speed of disc loading it is recommended to use CD R media and single session discs To create a single session disc enable the Disc at...

Page 167: ...to the previous tuner mode INFO Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Press and INFO button while playing MP3 or WMA disc The radio scrolls through the following TAG information Song Title Artist File Name and...

Page 168: ...ITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satel lite Ra...

Page 169: ...any button was pushed ESN SID Access With RAQ and RAK Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds All...

Page 170: ...Please have your ESN SID information available Storing and Selecting Pre Set Channels In addition to the 12 AM and 12 FM pre set stations you may also commit 12 satellite stations to push button memo...

Page 171: ...terrupted due to one of the following reasons The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short au...

Page 172: ...Center EVIC with driver interactive display It is lo cated in the instrument cluster below the speedometer The audio mode of the EVIC can display any one of twelve radio station preset frequencies CD...

Page 173: ...n or to the beginning of the previous selection if it is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second selection three times it will...

Page 174: ...g transmission They mainly affect the wave amplitude and thus remain a part of the AM reception They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the FM signal AM Reception AM sound...

Page 175: ...capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap around and become lodged in the tape transport The other adverse condition is low or muddy sound from one or both channels as if the treble tone control were t...

Page 176: ...g The controls for the heating air conditioning and venti lation system in this vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions The...

Page 177: ...e interior surface of the window Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Blower Control The rotary knob on the left controls the blower and can be set in one of four speeds and OFF The...

Page 178: ...ets located under the instrument panel and into the rear seating area through vents under the front seats Bi Level Air flows both through the outlets located in the instrument panel and those located...

Page 179: ...If Equipped The Infrared Dual Zone Climate Control System auto matically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and passenger This is accomplished by a dual sun sensor in the top...

Page 180: ...recommended setting for maximum comfort for the average person however this may vary NOTE The temperature setting can be adjusted at any time without affecting automatic control operation The air con...

Page 181: ...vents When these conditions are present and the Recirc button is pressed the indicator will flash and remain off This tells you that you are unable to go into recirculation mode at this time If you w...

Page 182: ...182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 183: ...ment panel and those located on the floor Air flows through the registers in the back of the center console to the rear seat passengers These registers can be closed to block airflow Panel Air flows t...

Page 184: ...e separately NOTE Extended use of recirculation may cause the windows to fog If the interior of the windows begins to fog press the Recirculate icon button to return to outside air Some temp humidity...

Page 185: ...he Defrost Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating If side win dow fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed Vehicle windows tend to fog on the insid...

Page 186: ...Operating Tips 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 187: ...AutoStick Operation 199 AutoStick General Information 200 Parking Brake 201 Brake System 202 Anti Lock Brake System 202 Power Steering 205 Tire Safety Information 206 Tire Markings 206 Tire Identifica...

Page 188: ...27 Tire Rotation All Season Tires 228 Tire Rotation General Information 228 Ground Clearance 229 Fuel Requirements 229 Spark Knock 229 Reformulated Gasoline 230 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 230 MMT In Ga...

Page 189: ...r Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 239 Trailer And Tongue Weight 241 Towing Requirements 242 Towing Tips 245 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 247 Towing This Vehicle Behind Anothe...

Page 190: ...y driving gear Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal Turn the key to the START position and release when the...

Page 191: ...e Fails to Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the NORMAL STARTING procedure it may be flooded Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranki...

Page 192: ...ition 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 shou...

Page 193: ...switch only with the selector lever in the PARK position With the key removed the selector lever is locked in the PARK position For electrical system malfunctions there is an override for the interlo...

Page 194: ...ll normal operating conditions When frequent transmission shifting occurs when using the Overdrive range such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions in hilly terrain travel ing i...

Page 195: ...d Shifts in Cold Temperatures During cold temperature operation you may notice de layed upshifts depending on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle speed This feature im proves warm u...

Page 196: ...r earliest possible convenience Your dealer has diagnostic equip ment to determine if the problem could recur Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible If the problem...

Page 197: ...dependent upon Altitude Vehicle Loading Driving Style Selector lever position Accelerator position Vehicle speed The gear shifting process is continuously adapted de pendent on the driving style the...

Page 198: ...engine is idling normally and the brake pedal is applied Do not release the brake until ready to drive The vehicle may otherwise accelerate quickly when the selec tor lever is in DRIVE or REVERSE posi...

Page 199: ...normal opera tion AUTOSTICK Autostick is a driver interactive transmission that offers manual gear shifting capability to provide the driver with more control Autostick allows the driver to increase...

Page 200: ...while in DRIVE Hold the shift lever to the right for at least one second to disengage autostick The transmission will now operate automatically shifting between the five available gears Autostick Gen...

Page 201: ...or in the Park position To release the parking brake pull out on the parking brake release located on the left side of the instrument panel When parking on a hill it is important to set the parking br...

Page 202: ...lications 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 Your vehicle is equipped w...

Page 203: ...not 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 tra...

Page 204: ...d Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD systems are not function ing Immediate repair to the ABS system is required When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph 11 km h you may also hear a slight clicking...

Page 205: ...he computer POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical steering capa...

Page 206: ...the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and should be avoided when possible Damage to the power steering pump may occur TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings...

Page 207: ...c tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compac...

Page 208: ...ire 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...

Page 209: ...ditions 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 E...

Page 210: ...l 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...

Page 211: ...ire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 the total weight your vehicle can carry 3 the tire si...

Page 212: ...placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the sta...

Page 213: ...ble shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustra ti...

Page 214: ...214 STARTING AND OPERATING...

Page 215: ...d 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 damag...

Page 216: ...ure is listed on either the face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loade...

Page 217: ...s 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...

Page 218: ...ever combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your authorized tire dealer for radial tire rep...

Page 219: ...tire replacement at this point Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven WARNING Tires and spar...

Page 220: ...ave on tire specifi cations or capability WARNING Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combina tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspens...

Page 221: ...re Pressure Monitoring Base System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPM system uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels EXCLUDING THE SPARE TI...

Page 222: ...s been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPM system pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system operation or sen sor damage may re...

Page 223: ...u to check the tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintain the proper pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Lamp will illuminate in the instrument cluster and an au dible ch...

Page 224: ...each warning detected The tire pressure Indicator Lamp will illumi nate continuously solid and will remain illuminated until the warning condition is removed reset When the appropriate conditions exis...

Page 225: ...om entering the valve stem which could damage the wheel rim sensor NOTE The TPM system can inform the driver of a low tire pressure condition The TPM system is not intended to replace normal tire care...

Page 226: ...he vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could indicate chain breakage Remove the damaged parts of the chain before further use Install chains on the rear wheels as tightly as pos sible and then re...

Page 227: ...n on the tire side wall If you need snow tires select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires Use snow tires only in sets of 4 failure to do so may adversely affect the safet...

Page 228: ...ross shown in the following diagram Tire Rotation General Information Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functi...

Page 229: ...nd provide excellent fuel economy when using high quality pre mium unleaded gasoline having an octane rating of 91 or higher Spark Knock Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your e...

Page 230: ...blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle CAUTION DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical...

Page 231: ...other additives are not needed under normal conditions and would result in additional cost Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guideline...

Page 232: ...exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running...

Page 233: ...with this vehicle CAUTION Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap gas cap and may result in a malfunction indicator light on...

Page 234: ...C Electronic Vehicle Information Center Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center in Section 4 of this manual Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer reset button to turn the...

Page 235: ...Vehicle Month Day and Hour of Manufacture MDH The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weig...

Page 236: ...shorten useful service life Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase the vehicle s GVWR Loading To load your vehicle properly first figure out its empty weight axle by axle...

Page 237: ...fully re view this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible To maintain warranty coverage follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning ve hicles used...

Page 238: ...ose control of the vehicle and have an accident Tongue Weight TW The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer In most cases it should not be less than 10 or more than 15 of the trailer...

Page 239: ...ight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer...

Page 240: ...eters Up to 4 persons Lug gage 1 500 lbs 680 kg 150 lbs 68 kg 40 SQ FT 3 72 square meters Up to 5 persons NO Luggage 1 000lbs 454 kg 100 lbs 45 kg Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds...

Page 241: ...axle of the vehicle The tongue weight of the trailer The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle The weight of the driver and all passengers NOTE Remember that everyt...

Page 242: ...s possible Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel When trailering cargo that is not fully secured dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for...

Page 243: ...atisfactory operation of your vehicle Refer to the Tires General Information section of this manual on Tire Pressures for proper tire inflation procedures Also check the trailer tires for proper tire...

Page 244: ...distances WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hy draulic brake lines It can overload your brake sys tem and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could...

Page 245: ...Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip practice turning stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic Towing Tips Automatic Transmission The D range can be selected when towing...

Page 246: ...ed control if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficien...

Page 247: ...peed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily refer to Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more informa tion RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC TOWING...

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Page 249: ...ery Is Low 255 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 257 Acceleration 257 Traction 257 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 258 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 259 With Ignition Key 259 Without The Ignition Key 260 Towing This V...

Page 250: ...ed when the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance the Hazard Warning Flashers...

Page 251: ...Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads 260 pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops...

Page 252: ...from the tire TIREFIT can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately 4 F 20 C The TIREFIT system is located under an access panel in the rear compartment 1 Air pump hose 2 Power plug and c...

Page 253: ...or absorbed through the skin It causes skin eye and respiratory irritation Any contact with eyes or skin should be flushed immediately with plenty of water If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT c...

Page 254: ...nflate the tire again NOTE If a tire pressure of 26 psi 1 8 bar is not reached after five minutes the tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further and call for assistance 13 I...

Page 255: ...er and a damp cloth will remove the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components Once TIREFIT sealing material has dried it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded Do not exceed 50 m...

Page 256: ...y in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnected and should only be replaced with a battery of the same type vented NOTE The battery is stored under an access cover under the rear car...

Page 257: ...et or other slip pery surfaces may cause the wheels to pull erratically to the right or left This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the rear driving wheels WAR...

Page 258: ...den stop FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud sand or snow it can often be moved by a rocking motion Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front...

Page 259: ...so damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition Key Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi tions The gear selector must be in NEUTR...

Page 260: ...Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position The only ap proved method of towin...

Page 261: ...7 Engine Oil 267 Engine Oil Filter 270 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tensioner 270 Spark Plugs 270 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 271 Fuel Filter 271 Catalytic Converter 271 Maintenance Free Battery 273...

Page 262: ...m Corrosion 287 Cleaning The Center Console Cup Holders 290 Power Distribution Centers 290 Front Power Distribution Center 290 Rear Power Distribution Center 293 Vehicle Storage 296 Replacement Light...

Page 263: ...6 1L ENGINE 6 1L Engine Compartment MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 263 7...

Page 264: ...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 you...

Page 265: ...ch 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 th...

Page 266: ...ail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on with the engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopar parts for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in sure the des...

Page 267: ...ccur 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 engine lubrica...

Page 268: ...conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil should be changed Check the following list to see if any apply to you Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C Stop and G...

Page 269: ...nds full synthetic engine oils that are API rated as SM CF and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 10725 Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS 10725 The...

Page 270: ...tments are required However belt and belt tensioner condition should be inspected at the specified intervals and replaced if re quired See your authorized dealer for service At the mileage indicated i...

Page 271: ...e with the air cleaner removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Fuel Filter A plugged fuel filter can cause stalling limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven or cause har...

Page 272: ...civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your...

Page 273: ...emoved such as when diagnostic testing or for prolonged periods during very rough idling or malfunctioning operating conditions Maintenance Free Battery The top of the MAINTENANCE FREE battery is perm...

Page 274: ...in lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is...

Page 275: ...ental Pro tection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycl...

Page 276: ...evel With a clean cloth wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Front Rear Suspension Ball Joints The suspension ball joints should...

Page 277: ...ing the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as...

Page 278: ...gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO fol low the preceding...

Page 279: ...ck the cooling system pressure cap for proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of coolant from the radiator drain cock If the cap is sealing properly the engine coolant antifreeze will begin...

Page 280: ...ucing this extended mainte nance period it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Organic Addi tive Technol...

Page 281: ...Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion b...

Page 282: ...If antifreeze needs to be added contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing If frequent coolant additions are required or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle do...

Page 283: ...ld 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 the Mainte nance Schedules...

Page 284: ...should be replaced immediately Eventual deterioration of the hose can take place resulting in a possibility of a burst failure WARNING Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure You could have...

Page 285: ...allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid all brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure Fuel System Hoses Electronic Fuel Injection high pressur...

Page 286: ...pe CAUTION The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating condi tions If a transmission fluid leak occurs visit your authorized dealer immediately Seve...

Page 287: ...and under body protection The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is...

Page 288: ...imilar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil ity of the owner All wheels and wheel...

Page 289: ...be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar Total Clean or equivalent Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids s...

Page 290: ...ive cleaners This will weaken the fabric Sun damage can also weaken the fabric If the belts need cleaning use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts from the car to wash them R...

Page 291: ...her than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload If a properly rated fuse contin ues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected Front Power Distributio...

Page 292: ...Brake System ABS Valves 18 30 Amp Pink Windshield Wiper Washer 19 50 Amp Red Radiator Fan 20 20 Amp Lt Blue Starter 21 50 Amp Red ABS Pump Motor Cavity Fuse Circuits 22 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan High...

Page 293: ...Distribu tion Center and possibly result in a electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rati...

Page 294: ...dule Door Locks 12 25 Amp C BRKR Passenger Power Seat 13 30 Amp C BRKR Door Module Run Acc Delay Cavity Fuse Circuits 14 10 Amp Red Sentry Key Remote Keyless Entry Cluster 15 20 Amp Yellow Brake Light...

Page 295: ...lay 36 20 Amp Yellow Radio Navigation 37 15 Amp Dk Blue Transmission 38 5 Amp Orange Analog Clock Garage Door Opener 39 10 Amp Red Heated Mirror Cavity Fuse Circuits 40 5 Amp Orange Power Mirror 41 10...

Page 296: ...ystem lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb Number Rear Courtesy Reading Lights W5W Rear Compa...

Page 297: ...rker 3757APY27 7W Backup Lamp 921 W16W Center High Mount Stop Lamp CHMSL LED License W5W BULB REPLACEMENT Low Beam Headlamp High Beam Headlamp and Park Turn Lamp Open the hood Twist the appropriate bu...

Page 298: ...the socket assembly and turn clockwise CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface clean th...

Page 299: ...mp access cover 3 Push the tail lamp electrical connector locking tab to the side 4 Disconnect the electrical connector 5 Remove 1 wingnut from the back of the tail lamp assembly 6 Remove 2 push pin f...

Page 300: ...7 Pull tail lamp assembly clear from vehicle to access bulbs Turn bulb sockets counter clockwise to remove 8 Pull the appropriate bulb to remove it from the socket 300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 301: ...he liftgate License Lamp 1 Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia 2 Remove the bulb and socket assembly and pull the bulb from the socket 3 Replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb and...

Page 302: ...ns 72 liters Engine Oil With Filter 6 1 Liter Engines SAE 0W 40 7 qts 6 6 liters Cooling System 6 1 Liter Engines Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 14 8 qts 14 0 li te...

Page 303: ...formation label in the engine com partment Oil Filter 6 1 Liter Mopar 05281090 or equivalent Fuel Selection 6 1 Liter Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only or higher Chassis Component Fluids Lubricants and...

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Page 305: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emission Control System Maintenance 306 Maintenance Schedules 306 Schedule B 309 Schedule A 316 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S...

Page 306: ...h 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 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There are two...

Page 307: ...e not operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched ule B Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi tions Where time and mileage are listed follow the interval that occurs firs...

Page 308: ...as needed Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for proper fit At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect...

Page 309: ...tained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing Taxi police or delivery service commercial ser vices Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol f...

Page 310: ...oil filter if not replaced at 3 months X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re quired X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and roto...

Page 311: ...laced at 3 months X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re quired X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Check and repla...

Page 312: ...if not replaced at 3 months X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re quired X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Chang...

Page 313: ...filter X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and tensioner Replace if required X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X Change t...

Page 314: ...replaced at 3 months X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re quired X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Check and r...

Page 315: ...accessory drive belt and ten sioner Replace if required X Change the rear axle fluid X Replace the air conditioning filter X Flush and replace engine coolant at 102 000 miles if not done at 60 months...

Page 316: ...Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re quired X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and roto...

Page 317: ...ed X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter X Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors X X Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and tensioner Replace if required X Flush and replace e...

Page 318: ...t and ten sioner Replace if required X Check and replace if necessary the PCV valve X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 102 000 miles if not done at 60 months X Replace the air conditioning filt...

Page 319: ...or vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chan...

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Page 321: ...Prepare A List 322 Be Reasonable With Requests 322 If You Need Assistance 322 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 324 Mopar Parts 324 Reporting Safety Defects 325 In Canada 325 Publication Order Fo...

Page 322: ...sor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for...

Page 323: ...burn 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 124...

Page 324: ...cturer 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 plea...

Page 325: ...e 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...

Page 326: ...dents and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled vehicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshooting...

Page 327: ...ed 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 dep...

Page 328: ...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 represe...

Page 329: ...INDEX 10...

Page 330: ...g Window 36 42 Alarm System 22 Alignment and Balance 221 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 171 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 279 302 Disposal 281 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 99 20...

Page 331: ...s Fluid 302 Caps Filler Fuel 233 Radiator Coolant Pressure 281 Car Washes 287 Carbon Monoxide Warning 57 232 Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier 127 Cargo Management System 121 Cargo Organizer 125 Rolla...

Page 332: ...e 279 302 303 Cruise Control Speed Control 104 Cup Holder 119 290 Customer Assistance 322 Data Recorder Event 48 Dealer Service 266 Defroster Rear Window 177 Defroster Windshield 58 178 183 Delay Inte...

Page 333: ...uirements 229 302 Oil 267 302 303 Oil Change Interval 268 Oil Selection 269 302 Overheating 250 Temperature Gauge 135 Engine Oil Viscosity 269 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 269 Enhanced Accident Response...

Page 334: ...302 Tank Capacity 302 Fueling 233 Fuses 290 Garage Door Opener 108 Gas Cap 233 Gasoline 229 Gasoline Clean Air 230 Gasoline Reformulated 230 Gauges Coolant Temperature 135 Fuel 134 Speedometer 134 Tac...

Page 335: ...Center Vehicle 140 Instrument Cluster 133 134 Instrument Panel and Controls 132 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 290 Interior Appearance Care 289 Interior Fuses 290 Interior Lights 92 93 Intermittent W...

Page 336: ...lluminated Entry 15 Instrument Cluster 94 Interior 93 License 301 Lights On Reminder 95 Malfunction Indicator 140 Oil Pressure 137 Reading 107 Seat Belt Reminder 137 Service 296 297 Service Engine Soo...

Page 337: ...stem 171 New Vehicle Break In Period 56 Occupant Classification System 43 Occupant Restraints 27 Oil Engine 267 303 Capacity 302 Change Interval 268 Checking 267 Disposal 270 Filter 270 303 Filter Dis...

Page 338: ...re Cap 281 Radio Broadcast Signals 174 Radio Operation 150 157 176 Radio Remote Controls 172 Radio Satellite 168 Radio Sound Systems 150 157 Rear Liftgate 26 Rear Seat Folding 89 Rear Window Defroster...

Page 339: ...s 29 Reminder 137 Seats 85 Heated 87 Lumbar Support 87 Power 85 Rear Folding 89 Reclining 86 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 22 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 279 303 Selection of Oil 269 Sentry Key 12 Se...

Page 340: ...Temperature Control Automatic 179 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 135 251 Theft Alarm 22 Theft System 22 Tie Down Hooks Cargo 125 Tilt Steering Column 99 Tire and Loading Information Placard 211 Tir...

Page 341: ...286 Automatic 192 286 Fluid 303 Shifting 192 Transmitter Battery Service 21 Transmitter Garage Door Opener 108 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry 19 Transporting Pets 56 Tread Wear Indicators 219 Trip O...

Page 342: ...Alignment and Balance 221 Wheel and Wheel Trim 288 Wheel Bearings 287 Wind Buffeting 26 115 Window Airbag 36 42 Window Fogging 179 185 Windows 23 Power 23 Windshield Defroster 178 183 Windshield Wash...

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