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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

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STARTING AND OPERATING

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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INDEX

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Summary of Contents for 2010 Caliber

Page 1: ...Caliber OWNE R S MANUAL 2 0 1 0 ...

Page 2: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 359 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 423 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 441 10 INDEX 451 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

Page 5: ...TE After you read the manual it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained tech nicians and genuine MOPAR威 parts and cares about your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the...

Page 6: ...1 INTRODUCTION 5 ...

Page 7: ...ult in damage to your vehicle If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also appears on the vehicle registration and title Vehicle Identification Number 6 INTRODUCTIO...

Page 8: ...FICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death 1 INTRODUCTION 7 ...

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Page 10: ...Keys 16 Customer Key Programming 17 General Information 18 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm If Equipped 18 To Set The Security Alarm 18 To Disarm The System 19 Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override 19 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry RKE If Equipped 19 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 20 Remote Key Unlock Driver Door All First Press 20 Illuminated Approach If Equipped 21 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 21 2 ...

Page 11: ...oor Locks 28 Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors If Equipped 31 䡵 Power Windows If Equipped 32 Power Window Switches 32 Auto Down 33 Window Lockout Switch 34 䡵 Liftgate 34 䡵 Occupant Restraints 36 Lap Shoulder Belts 38 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 43 Second Row Center Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 44 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure 47 Automatic Locking Retrac...

Page 12: ...SRS Airbags 54 Advanced Front Airbag Features 56 Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls 61 Event Data Recorder EDR 69 Child Restraints 71 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 79 䡵 Safety Tips 80 Transporting Passengers 80 Exhaust Gas 81 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 82 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 82 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ...

Page 13: ...ed dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission If Equipped 1 Place the shift lever in PARK 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ACC Accessory position 3 Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate the key to the LOCK position 4 Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder Vehicle Key 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 14: ...this safety feature is inoperable The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service WARNING Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seri ously or fatally injured Do not leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls o...

Page 15: ...tch to the ACC Accessory position 2 Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate the key to the LOCK position 3 Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder Locking Doors With A Key You can insert the key with either side up To lock the door turn the key to the right To unlock the door turn Ignition Switch Positions 1 LOCK 3 ON 2 ACC ACCESSORY 4 START 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR...

Page 16: ... transponder to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation Therefore only keys that are pro grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle The system will shut the engine off in two seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the engine NOTE A key that has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder fo...

Page 17: ...art and operate the vehicle Once a Sentry Key威 is programmed to a vehicle it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle CAUTION Always remove the Sentry Keys威 from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat tended At the time of purchase the original owner is provided with a four digit Personal Identification Number PIN Keep the PIN in a secure location This number is required for...

Page 18: ... switch to the LOCK position and remove the second key 4 Insert a blank Sentry Key威 into the ignition switch Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 60 seconds After 10 seconds a single chime will sound In addition the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing To indicate that programming is complete the Vehicle Security Light will turn on again for three seconds and then turn off The n...

Page 19: ...he horn will sound the headlights park lamps and or turn signals will flash repeatedly for three minutes If the disturbance is still present driver s door passenger door other doors ignition after three minutes the parking lights and tail lights will flash for an additional 15 minutes To Set The Security Alarm 1 Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle 2 Lock the door usi...

Page 20: ...urity Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft 20 m using a hand held Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system NO...

Page 21: ...and ing Your Instrument Panel for further information For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following steps 1 Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds but no longer than 10 seconds Then press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button 2 Release both buttons at the same time 3 Test the feature while outside of the vehicl...

Page 22: ...n to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter This feature can be turned on or turned off To change the current setting proceed as follows For vehicles equipped with the EVIC refer to Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Un derstanding Your Instrument Panel for further infor mation For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC pe...

Page 23: ...nter EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Un derstanding Your Instrument Panel for further infor mation For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following steps 1 Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds but no longer than 10 seconds Then press and hold the LOCK button while still holding the UNLOCK button 2 Release both...

Page 24: ...ng the PANIC button a second time you may have to be closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key威 Customer Key Programming If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter contact your authorized dealer for details General Information This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Op...

Page 25: ...e perchlorate The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 1 If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw remove the screw With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during removal 2 Remove and replace the battery Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers Skin oils may cause ...

Page 26: ...before the engine will remote start Shift lever in PARK Doors closed Hood closed Hazard switch off Brake switch inactive brake pedal not pressed Ignition key removed from ignition switch Battery at an acceptable charge level RKE PANIC button not pressed WARNING Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon oxide CO which is odorless and colorless...

Page 27: ...he RKE transmitter However the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500 Any engine warning lamps come on The hood is opened The hazard switch is pressed The transmission is moved out of PARK The brake pedal is pressed To Exit Remote S...

Page 28: ...t be in the ON position in order to drive the vehicle DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle If the plunger is down when the door is closed the door will lock Make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door WARNING For personal security and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors as you drive a...

Page 29: ...Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate NOTE To prevent from locking the key in the vehicle the power door lock switch will not operate when the key is in the ignition and either front door is open A chim...

Page 30: ...or vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Un derstanding Your Instrument Panel for further infor mation For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following procedure 1 Close all doors and place the key in the ignition switch 2 Within 15 second...

Page 31: ...ARK 4 The driver s door is opened 5 The doors were not previously unlocked Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be enabled or disabled as follows For vehicles equipped with the EVIC refer to Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Un derstanding Your Instrument Panel for further infor matio...

Page 32: ...do not hear the chime it means that the system did not enter the programming mode and you will need to repeat the procedure Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors If Equipped Insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the LOCK or UNLOCK position Child Protection Door Lock Location 2 THINGS TO KNO...

Page 33: ...s on the driver s door trim panel control all the door windows There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel which oper ate the passenger door windows The window controls will operate when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position NOTE For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC the power window switches will remain active for 45 second...

Page 34: ...ormation WARNING Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unattended children can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death Auto Down The driver s door window switch has an Auto Down feature Push the window switch past the first detent release and the window wil...

Page 35: ...tgate To unlock the liftgate insert the key into the lock and turn it to the right manual lock models only The liftgate can also be unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors The central locking unlocking feature if equipped can also be activated from the liftgate key cylinder Once unlocked the liftgate can be op...

Page 36: ...p in cap that provides access to release the latch in the event of an electrical system malfunction WARNING Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison ous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle If you are required to drive with the liftgate open make sure that all windows are closed an...

Page 37: ... side knee airbag Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains SABIC for the driver and passengers seated next to a window if equipped Supplemental Side Seat Airbags if equipped An energy absorbing steering column and steering wheel Knee bolsters blockers for front seat occupants Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners to enhance occupant protection by managing occupant energy during an impact ...

Page 38: ...engers as safe as possible WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the...

Page 39: ...k of you striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and...

Page 40: ...an crash into one another in an accident hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is along side the pillar near the back of your seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide t...

Page 41: ...lap portion could ride too high on your body possibly causing internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly Continued Inserting Latch Plate into Buckle 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 42: ... 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 used together 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt ...

Page 43: ...mfortable 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 bel...

Page 44: ... be adjusted in the upward position without pressing the release button To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position As a guide if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position and if you are taller than average you will prefer a higher position When you release the anchorage try to move it down to ma...

Page 45: ... allows the shoulder belt to detach from the lower anchor when the seat is folded The mini buckle and shoulder belt can then be stored out of the way in the right side trim panel for added convenience 1 Remove the mini latch and regular latch from its stowed position in the right rear side trim panel Mini Latch Stowage 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 46: ...late into the mini buckle until you hear a click 5 Sit back in seat Slide the regular latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap 6 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Routing the Rear Center Shoulder Belt Connecting Mini Latch to Buckle 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 ...

Page 47: ...p belt A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision 8 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 9 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle Rear Center Seat Belt Buckled Detaching Mini Latch And Buckle 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 48: ...to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate 4 Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing Automatic Locking Retractors ALR Mode If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to...

Page 49: ...ce of the seat belt 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 NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Li...

Page 50: ...d the AHR This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear end impacts NOTE The Active Head Restraints AHR may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact However if during a front impact a secondary rear impact occurs the AHR may deploy based on the sever ity and type of the impact Active Head Restraint A...

Page 51: ...erstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Resetting Active Head Restraints AHR If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in an accident you must reset the head restraint on the driver s and front passenger seat You can recognize when the Active Head Restraint has been triggered by the fact that they have moved forward as shown in step three of the resetting procedure 1 Grasp the deployed AHR from ...

Page 52: ...ward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism 1 Downward Movement 2 Rearward Movement 3 Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mecha nism 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 ...

Page 53: ...onds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h the BeltAlert威 will alert the driver to buckle the seat belt The driver should also instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts Once the warning is triggered the BeltAlert威 will con tinue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for 96 seconds or until the driver s seat belt is buckled The BeltAle...

Page 54: ...t to turn on while unbuckling and off while re buckling the seat belt It may be necessary to retract the seat belt 4 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position A single chime will sound to signify that you have success fully completed the programming BeltAlert威 can be reactivated by repeating this procedure NOTE Although BeltAlert威 has been deactivated the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue...

Page 55: ...oss the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel ...

Page 56: ...s sitting next to a window The SABIC are located above the side windows The trim covering the side airbags is labeled SRS AIRBAG This vehicle may also be equipped with Supplemental Side Seat Airbags If the vehicle is equipped with Supplemen tal Side Seat Airbags they are marked with an airbag label sewn into the outboard side of the seat NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim b...

Page 57: ...ront Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners If Equipped Advanced Front Airbag Features The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driver and front passenger airbags This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC which may receive information from the impact sensors at the front of the car The first stage inflator...

Page 58: ...e designed to open only when the airbags are inflat ing Do not drill cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights stereos citizen band radios etc Supplemental Side Seat Airbags If Equipped Supplemental side seat airbags provide enhanced protec tion and work together with supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to he...

Page 59: ...ion to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure Each airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The SABIC airbags deploy downward covering both windows on the impact side NOTE Should a vehicle rollover occur the pretensioners and or SABIC curtains on...

Page 60: ...irbags the performance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury Supplemental Driver Side Knee Airbag The supplemental driver side knee airbag provides en hanced protection and works together with the advanced driver side frontal airbag during a frontal impact Knee Impact Bolsters The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the passenger side...

Page 61: ... Older children who do not use child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old not in a rear facing child seat must ride in the front passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint Refer to Chil...

Page 62: ...n though you have airbags Continued WARNING Continued Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during front airbag deployment could cause serious injury including death Airbags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instru ment panel Side airbags also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door Sit upright in the center o...

Page 63: ... damage for example some pole collisions truck underrides and angle offset collisions On the other hand depending on the type and location of impact Advanced Front Airbags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration The side airbags will not deploy in all side collisions Side airbag deployment will depend on the severity and type of col...

Page 64: ... the light comes on again after initial startup It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru ment cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is noted The diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction WARNING Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru ment panel could mean you won t have the airbags to protect you in a collision If the light does not come on stays o...

Page 65: ...r side knee airbag unit is located in the instru ment panel trim beneath the steering column When the ORC detects a collision requiring the airbag it signals the inflator units A large quantity of non toxic gas is gener ated to inflate the knee airbag The trim cover separates and folds out of the way allowing the bag to inflate to the full size The bag fully inflates in about 15 to 20 millisec ond...

Page 66: ...n severity and type of collision In these events the ORC will deploy the SABIC only on the impact side of the vehicle A quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain airbag The inflating side curtain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window The airbag inflates in about 30 ms about one quarter of the time that it takes to blink your e...

Page 67: ...tery has power or until the ignition key is turned off Turn on the interior lights which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed Unlock the doors automatically If a Deployment Occurs The airbags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment NOTE Front and or side airbags will not deploy in all collisions This does not mean something is wrong with the ...

Page 68: ...th 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 in structions for cleaning Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have de ployed If you are involved in another collision the airbags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed airbags and seat belt pre...

Page 69: ...o tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system Continued WARNING Continued Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad vanced airbag system The airbag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modi fications are made Take your vehicle to an autho rized dealer for any advanced airbag system ser vice If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be...

Page 70: ... the fuse block for blown fuses Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper airbag fuses See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good Event Data Recorder EDR In the event of an accident your vehicle is designed to record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param eters see list below in an event data recorder prior to the moment of airbag deployment or ...

Page 71: ...on of the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle usually the vehicle owner or lessee before accessing the electronic data stored unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction i e pursuant to a warrant A copy of the data will be provided to the custodial entity upon request General data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorporatio...

Page 72: ...ll children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years and younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a projectile insi...

Page 73: ...rd facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs 9 kg Convertible child seats can be used either rearward facing or forward facing in the vehicle Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing direction than infant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg but are younger than one...

Page 74: ...er to Transport Canada s web site for additional information http www tc gc ca roadsafety safedrivers childsafety index htm WARNING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions ex actly when installing an infant or child restraint A rearward facing child r...

Page 75: ...se if you extract the entire belt from the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor For additional information on ALR refer to Automatic Locking Mode Buckle the child into the seat according to the child restraint manufacturer s directions When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle Do not leave it loose i...

Page 76: ...ge for Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat Make sure that the child is upright in the seat The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible Check belt fit periodically A child s squir...

Page 77: ...vides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle seat belt All three rear seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH compatible child seats having flexible webbing mounted lower attachments Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment NEVE...

Page 78: ...tachments for those anchor ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap shoulder belt They will also have tether straps and you are urged to take advantage of all of the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle NOTE When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint please ensure that all seat belts not being u...

Page 79: ... with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rearward facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap with a hook and means for adjusting the tension in the strap In general you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower and tether straps so that you can mor...

Page 80: ... unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or could injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain transmission and axle in your vehicle Drive moderately during the...

Page 81: ... thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not inter preted as an indication of difficulty SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injur...

Page 82: ... windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is da...

Page 83: ...dealer If the light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an autho rized dealer Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the...

Page 84: ...er vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected the cause should be located and corrected immediately 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 ...

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Page 86: ...90 Outside Mirror Passenger Side 90 Power Mirrors If Equipped 91 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 92 Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 93 Sun Visor Sliding Feature 93 䡵 Uconnect phone If Equipped 93 Operation 95 Phone Call Features 104 Uconnect phone Features 106 Advanced Phone Connectivity 111 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect phone 113 General Information 122 3 ...

Page 87: ...r Seats If Equipped 131 Heated Seats If Equipped 132 Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat 134 Adjusting Active Head Restraints 135 Folding Rear Seat 138 Reclining Rear Seat If Equipped 139 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 140 䡵 Lights 141 Multifunction Lever 141 Headlights And Parking Lights 142 Lights On Reminder 142 Fog Lights If Equipped 142 Turn Signals 143 High Low Beam Switch 144 Flash To Pass 144 Ins...

Page 88: ... If Equipped 151 To Activate 151 To Set a Desired Speed 152 To Deactivate 152 To Resume Speed 152 To Vary The Speed Setting 152 Manual Transaxle 153 To Accelerate For Passing 154 䡵 Garage Door Opener If Equipped 154 Programming HomeLink威 156 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 158 Using HomeLink威 159 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 Button 159 Security 159 Troubleshooting Tips 160 General Informati...

Page 89: ...al Power Outlets 164 䡵 Power Inverter If Equipped 166 䡵 Cupholders 168 䡵 Console Features 169 䡵 Cargo Area Features 170 Cargo Light Removable Self Recharging Flashlight 170 Cargo Cover 171 Removable Load Floor 173 Cargo Tie Down Loops 174 Fold Down Speakers If Equipped 175 䡵 Rear Window Features 175 Rear Window Wiper Washer 175 Rear Window Defroster 176 䡵 Chillzone威 Beverage Cooler Storage Compart...

Page 90: ...r to center on the view through the rear window Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward the rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the windshield Adjusting Rearview Mirror 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 ...

Page 91: ...ing solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Outside Mirror Driver Side Adjust the flat outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the vehicle with your head close to the door glass Outside Mirror Passenger Side Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle...

Page 92: ...r passenger 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 Power Mirrors If Equipped The control for the power mirrors is located on the driver s door trim panel Power Mirror Control 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 ...

Page 93: ...smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your passenger 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 Heated Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster ...

Page 94: ...nect Phone al lows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g Call ѧ Mike ѧ Work or Dial ѧ 248 555 1212 Your cellular phone s audio is transmitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the Uconnect Phone NOTE The Uconnect Phone requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth威 Hands Free Profile Ve...

Page 95: ...o each other without wires or a docking station so Uconnect Phone works no matter where you stow your cellular phone be it your purse pocket or briefcase as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle s Uconnect Phone The Uconnect Phone allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to the system Only one linked or paired cellular phone can be used with the system at a time...

Page 96: ...service provider or the phone manufacturer for details The Uconnect Phone is fully integrated with the vehi cle s audio system The volume of the Uconnect Phone can be adjusted either from the radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control right switch if so equipped The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the Uconnect Phone such as CELL or caller ID on certain ra...

Page 97: ...ing a few feet meters away from you Voice Command Tree Refer to Voice Tree in this section Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt or if you want to know your options at any prompt say Help following the beep The Uconnect Phone will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help To activate the Uconnect Phone from idle simply press the button and follow the audible prompts for di...

Page 98: ...rompted to give the Uconnect Phone a name for your cellular phone Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between one and seven with one being the highest priority You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your Uconnect Phone However at any given time only one cellular phone can be in use connected...

Page 99: ...ou want to call After the Ready prompt and the 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 phonebook or downloaded phonebook To learn how to store a name in the phonebook refer to Add Names to Your Uconnect Phonebook in the phonebook The Uconnect system will confirm the name and then d...

Page 100: ...t Phone will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language In addition if equipped and supported by your phone Uconnect Phone automati cally downloads your cellular phone s phonebook Phonebook Download Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Cell...

Page 101: ...aded SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone book This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or deleted on the Uconnect Phone These can only be edited on the cellular phone The changes are trans ferred and updated to Uconnect Phone on the next phone connection Phonebook Download Single Entry If equipped and supported by your phone Uconnect Phone allows the user to download entries from ...

Page 102: ...w to drop the Bluetooth威 connection If the phonebook entry is longer than 24 characters it will only use the first 24 characters Edit Uconnect Phonebook Entries NOTE Editing names in the phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook E...

Page 103: ... and the following beep say Phonebook Delete After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say List Names to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose To select one of the entries from the list press the button while the Uc...

Page 104: ...or edited List All Names in the Uconnect Phonebook Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook List Names The Uconnect Phone will play the names of all the phonebook entries including the downloaded phone book entries if available To call one of the names in the list press the button during the playing of the desired name and say Call NOTE The user can als...

Page 105: ...indicating that the incoming call was rejected Answer or Reject an Incoming Call Call Currently in Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another incoming call you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your cellular phone Press the button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call NOTE The Uconnect Phone compatible...

Page 106: ...button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call Three Way Calling To initiate three way calling press the button while a call is in progress and make a second phone call as described under Making a Second Call While Current Call is in Progress After the second call has established press and hold the button until you hear a double beep ind...

Page 107: ... switched to OFF a call can continue on the Uconnect Phone either until the call ends or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the Uconnect Phone and transfer of the call to the cellular phone After the ignition key is switched to OFF a call can continue on the Uconnect Phone for a certain dura tion after which the call is automatically transferred from the Uconnect...

Page 108: ...gency and the cellular phone is reachable Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect Phone is operational you may reach the emergency number as follows Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Emergency and the Uconnect Phone will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency nu...

Page 109: ...in After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Towing Assistance NOTE The towing assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased 1 800 528 2069 for the U S 1 877 213 4525 for Canada 55 14 3454 for Mexico City and 1 800 712 3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico Please refer to the 24 Hour Towing Assistance coverage details on the DVD in the Warranty Informatio...

Page 110: ...touch tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad you can press the button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word Send For example if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound 3 7 4 6 you can press the button and say 3 7 4 6 Send Saying a number or sequence of numbers followed by Send is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu st...

Page 111: ...number before you dial it Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Confirmations The Uconnect Phone will play the current confirmation prompt status and you will be given the choice to change it Phone and Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and or on a premium display such as the instrument panel cluster and supported by your cellular phone ...

Page 112: ...Mute Un Mute Mute OFF When you mute the Uconnect Phone you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party but the other party will not be able to hear you In order to mute the Uconnect Phone Press the button Following the beep say Mute In order to un mute the Uconnect Phone Press the button Following the beep say Mute off Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and fr...

Page 113: ...iring When prompted say List Phones The Uconnect Phone will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority To select or delete a paired phone being announced press the button and say Select or Delete Also see the next two sec tions for an alternate way to select or delete a paired phone Select Another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to se...

Page 114: ...played and then choose the phone you wish to delete Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone Uconnect Phone Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features press the button and say Uconnect Tutorial Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect Phone Voice Training feature may be used To enter this traini...

Page 115: ...ce adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least 1 2 in 1 cm gap between the overhead console if equipped and the mirror Always wait for the beep before speaking Speak normally without pausing just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet meters away from you Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a Voice Command period Performance is maximized under low to medium blower...

Page 116: ...st be spoken in single digits 800 must be spoken eight zero zero not eight hundred You can say O letter O for 0 zero Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported In a convertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Phone Far End Audio Performance Audio quality is ma...

Page 117: ...tible top down Bluetooth威 Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone When this happens the connec tion can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off on Your cellular phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth威 ON mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the ON or ACC position or after a language change you must ...

Page 118: ...3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ...

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Page 121: ...ive six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all Voice Commands Primary Alternate s call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 122: ...ing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate s return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call Uconnect Tutorial try again voice training work yes 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ...

Page 123: ...ommand system allows you to control your AM FM radio satellite radio disc player and a memo recorder NOTE Take care to speak into the Voice Interface System as calmly and normally as possible The ability of the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe ...

Page 124: ...or Main Menu These commands are universal and can be used from any menu All other commands can be used depending upon the active application For example if you are in the disc menu and you are listening to FM radio you can speak commands from the disc menu or from the FM radio menu When using this system you should speak clearly and at a normal speaking volume The system will best recognize your s...

Page 125: ... Menu Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button You may say Main Menu to switch to the main menu In this mode you can say the following commands Radio to switch to the radio mode Disc to switch to the disc mode Memo to switch to the memo recorder System Setup to switch to system setup Radio AM or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave If Equipped To switch to the AM band say AM or Radio ...

Page 126: ...ollowing com mands Channel Number to change the channel by its spoken number Next Channel to select the next channel Previous Channel to select the previous channel List Channel to hear a list of available channels Select Name to say the name of a channel Radio Menu to switch to the radio menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu Disc To switch to the disc mode say Disc In this mode you may say th...

Page 127: ...reviously recorded memos During the playback you may press the Voice Command button to stop playing memos You proceed by saying one of the following commands Repeat to repeat a memo Next to play the next memo Previous to play the previous memo Delete to delete a memo Delete All to delete all memos System Setup To switch to system setup say Setup In this mode you may say the following commands Lang...

Page 128: ...ice For best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only SEATS Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle They need to be used properly for safe operation of the vehi...

Page 129: ...d rear ward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched 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 Front Seat Adjustment 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 130: ...he outboard side of the seat to adjust the driving position Manual Lumbar If Equipped The lumbar adjustment handle is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat To increase or decrease support rotate the handle up or down Seat Height Adjustment Lumbar Adjustment 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 ...

Page 131: ...o return the seatback to an upright position WARNING Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Reclining Seat 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 132: ...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 CAUTION DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path Powe...

Page 133: ...High level heat ing Press the switch a second time to select Low level heating Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off If High level heating is selected the system automatically switches to Low level heating and turns one indicator light off after 30 minutes of continuous operation It will turn the heater and the remaining indicator light off after an additional 30 minutes o...

Page 134: ...ratures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat CAUTION Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heating element and or degrade the...

Page 135: ...passenger seat lift the recliner handle to the full upward position and push the seatback forward until it rests on the seat cushion Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat Handle Front Passenger Seat Folded Flat 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 136: ...ead restraint is located above the top of your ear To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint on some models you may need to press the push button To lower the head restraint press the push button located at the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint Adjusted Head Restraint Push Button 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 ...

Page 137: ...sh rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head NOTE The head restraints should only be removed by quali fied technicians for service purposes only If either of the head restraints require removal see your autho rized dealer Active Head Restraint Normal Position Active Head Restraint Tilted 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 138: ...is in PARK Continued WARNING Continued Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint such as coats seat covers or portable DVD players These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of an accident and could result in serious injury or death Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an object such as a hand foot or loose carg...

Page 139: ...o provide additional storage area each rear seatback can be folded forward Pull the strap forward to move the seat forward and flat Folding Seat Strap Rear Seats Folded Flat 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 140: ... is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure that everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Reclining Rear Seat Strap 3 UNDERSTANDING...

Page 141: ...r the front edge of the hood near the center and raise the hood Lift the hood prop rod clipped to the right side left side when standing in front of hood of the engine compart ment to secure the hood in the open position Place the hood prop at the location stamped into the inner hood surface Hood Release Lever Safety Catch 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 142: ...e hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights parking lights turn signals headlight beam selection instrument panel light dimming interior lights the passing lights and fog lights The multi...

Page 143: ...headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned OFF a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver s door is opened Fog Lights If Equipped The front fog light switch is on the multifunction lever To activate the front fog lights turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out the end of the multifunction lever Headlight Control 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEAT...

Page 144: ... Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights NOTE If either light remains on and does not flash or there is a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside Fog Light Control Turn Signal Control 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 ...

Page 145: ... for more than 30 seconds the high beams will shut off If this occurs wait 30 seconds for the next flash to pass operation Instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness o...

Page 146: ...hts DRL which is at a lower intensity than the normal high beams The DRL s will come on whenever the ignition is ON the engine is running the headlight switch is off the parking brake is off the turn signal is off and the shift lever is in any position except for PARK NOTE The DRLs will automatically turn off when the turn signals or Hazard Warning flashers are in operation and automatically turn ...

Page 147: ...n a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward past the second detent NOTE The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle The lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is turned OFF if the door is left open or light is switched on Map Reading Lights 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEA...

Page 148: ...er For information on the rear wiper washer refer to Rear Window Fea tures in Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever upward to the LO position for low speed wiper operation Rotate the end of the lever upward to the HI position for high speed wiper operation Wiper Washer Control Lever Wiper Control 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHIC...

Page 149: ...lay times will be doubled Windshield Washers To use the washer pull the control lever toward you and hold while spray is desired If the lever is pulled while in the delay range the wiper will operate in low speed for two wipe cycles after the lever is released and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected If the lever is pulled while in the off position the wipers will operate for ...

Page 150: ... the wipers will continue to operate CAUTION In cold weather always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted Mist Control 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 ...

Page 151: ...steering column up or down as desired Push the lever up to lock the column firmly in place WARNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve hicle Failure to follow this warning may result ...

Page 152: ...multiple Speed Control functions are operated simultaneously If this occurs the Electronic Speed Con trol System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed To Activate Push the ON OFF button The CRUISE indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate To turn the system off push the ON OFF button a second time The CRUISE i...

Page 153: ...vel ground before pressing the SET lever To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pulling the Electronic Speed Control lever toward you CANCEL normal brak ing or pressing the clutch pedal while slowing the vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set speed memory Pressing the ON OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set speed memory To Resume Speed...

Page 154: ...reached and the new set speed will be established Tapping the SET DECEL button once will result in a 1 mph 1 6 km h speed decrease Each time the button is tapped speed decreases Manual Transaxle Pressing the clutch pedal will disengage the speed con trol A slight increase in engine RPM before the Electronic Speed Control disengages is normal Vehicles equipped with manual transaxles may need to be ...

Page 155: ... WARNING Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed Your ve hicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control An accident could be the result Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink威 replaces up to three remote controls ...

Page 156: ...e this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a stop and reverse feature as required by Federal safety standards This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982 Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features Call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for safety infor mation or assistance Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide ...

Page 157: ...om the HomeLink威 button you wish to program Place the handheld transmitter 1 3 in 3 8 cm away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink威 button and the handheld transmitter button until the HomeLink威 indicator changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light then release both the HomeLink威 and han...

Page 158: ...complete and the garage door or device should activate when the HomeLink威 button is pressed If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with program ming for a Rolling Code 5 PROGRAMMING A ROLLING CODE SYSTEM At the garage door opener motor in the garage locate the Learn or Training button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wir...

Page 159: ...HomeLink威 buttons repeat each step for each remaining button DO NOT erase the channels Gate Operator Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for HomeLink威 to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out...

Page 160: ...e HomeLink姞 Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained follow these steps 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not release the button 3 Without releasing the button proceed with Program ming HomeLink威 Step 2 and follow all remaining steps Security It is advis...

Page 161: ...tion This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules Changes or modifications...

Page 162: ...t may result in serious injury or death In an accident there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof Never allow your fingers other body parts or any object to project through the ...

Page 163: ... the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial close condition until the switch is pushed and held forward again To ensure sunroof is fully closed press and hold switch until sunroof has completely stopped moving Express Mode Press the switch forward and release and the sunroof will close automatically from any position The sunroof will close fully and stop automatical...

Page 164: ... sunshade 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 or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur ren...

Page 165: ...andard 12 Volt 13 Amp power outlet located in the instrument panel for added convenience This power outlet can power cellular phones electronics and other low power devices Power is available when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position Insert the cigar lighter or accessory plug into the outlet for use To preserve the heating element do not hold the lighter in the heating position 12 Volt...

Page 166: ...AUTION 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 battery life and or prevent the engine from starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly On...

Page 167: ...igned with built in overload protection If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded the power inverter will automatically shut down Once the electrical device has been removed from the outlet the inverter should automatically reset If the power rating exceeds approximately 170 Watts the power inverter may have to be reset manually To reset the inverter manually unplug the device and plug it in ag...

Page 168: ...n long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent engine starting Continued CAUTION Continued Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with great caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not be...

Page 169: ... equipped with four cupholders There are two cupholders located in the front There are two cupholders behind the center console for rear passengers Front Cupholders Rear Cupholders 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 170: ...upper and lower storage compartment To open the upper storage compartment push inward on the upper handle to unlatch the upper lid and lift the lid open Upper Storage Compartment Upper Storage Compartment 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 ...

Page 171: ...ving can cause an accident due to distrac tion resulting in death or injury CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Light Removable Self Recharging Flashlight The dual function light is mounted in the headliner above the cargo area to illuminate the cargo area and part of it snaps out of the bezel to serve as a flashlight when needed The flashlight features two bright LED light bulbs and is powered by rechargea...

Page 172: ...ce for high twice for low and a third time to return to off Cargo Cover The cargo area trim panels include two notches for mounting the available tonneau cover that accommo dates the reclining rear seat Press And Release Three Press Switch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 ...

Page 173: ...over ends installed push inward on the opposite end and install it into the same notch location of the rear trim panel Using the handle pull the cover toward you and guide the rear cover posts into the guides located on both sides of the rear trim panel Rear Trim Notches Cargo Cover Guides 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 174: ...someone in the vehicle Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart ment Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting Do not store in the vehicle Removable Load Floor The cargo area contains a removable load floor Rear Cargo Area 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 ...

Page 175: ...ng your vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Always place cargo 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 the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback This could impa...

Page 176: ... and other activities REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper Washer The rear wiper washer is controlled by a rotary switch located on the center portion of the control lever The control lever is located on the right side of the steering column Fold Down Speakers Rear Wiper Washer Control 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 ...

Page 177: ...o the park position if power accessory delay is active Power acces sory delay can be cancelled by opening the door if this happens the rear wiper will stop at its current position and will not go to park Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located on the bottom right side of the blower control knob Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside ...

Page 178: ... not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abra sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Keep all objects a safe distance from the window 3 UNDE...

Page 179: ... and features two levels of storage The upper bin functions as the ChillZone威 cooled beverage storage compartment for vehicles equipped with air conditioning for storing up to four 20 oz 1 L bottles or cans When desired cool air enters the ChillZone威 to keep the contents cool depending on ambient temperature and A C settings NOTE The use of the ChillZone威 is for nonperishable beverages only Glove ...

Page 180: ... Zone威 compartment Depending on ambient tem perature and A C setting the compartment can keep beverages cool Vehicles without air conditioning can use that space for storage The lower bin holds the Owner s Manual and other important documents Positioning Slide Control 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 ...

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Page 182: ... Information Center EVIC If Equipped 201 Oil Change Required If Equipped 203 EVIC Functions 204 Compass Temperature Audio 205 Average Fuel Economy 205 Distance To Empty DTE 205 Elapsed Time 206 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 206 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 206 䡵 Sales Code REQ AM FM Stereo Radio And 6 Disc CD DVD Changer MP3 WMA AUX Jack 212 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 212 4 ...

Page 183: ...ure RBZ Radio 228 Clock Setting Procedure RER REN Radio 230 䡵 Sales Code RES AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player MP3 AUX Jack 232 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 232 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 235 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 238 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 240 䡵 Sales Code RES RSC AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player MP3 AUX Jack And Sirius Radio 241 Operating I...

Page 184: ...perating Instructions Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Mode 255 Operating Instructions Uconnect phone If Equipped 258 Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System VES If Equipped 258 䡵 Remote Sound System Controls If Equipped 258 Radio Operation 259 CD Player 259 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 260 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 260 䡵 Climate Controls 261 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning 261...

Page 185: ...tment Beverage Cooler If Equipped 9 ESC OFF Switch If Equipped 2 Instrument Cluster 6 Climate Controls 10 Storage Bins 3 Radio 7 Heated Seat Switches If Equipped 11 Power Outlet 4 Passenger Airbag 8 Hazard Warning Flasher 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 186: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASE 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 ...

Page 187: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 188: ...when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H and you hear continuous c...

Page 189: ...ometer The Speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per hour and or kilometers per hour mph kph 5 Low Fuel Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 0 gal 7 8 L this light will turn on and remain on until fuel is added 6 Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg ing system The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on...

Page 190: ...ver s seat belt remains unbuckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information 9 Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and s...

Page 191: ...h the anti lock brake system reservoir If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti Lock Brake System ABS Electronic Stability Control ESC system In this case the light will r...

Page 192: ...mediate repair to the ABS system is required Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position The light should illuminate for approxi mately two seconds The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized d...

Page 193: ...not do so then the odometer must be set at zero and a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was before the repair or service It is a good idea for you to make a record of the odometer reading before the repair service so that you can be sure that it is properly reset or that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer must be reset at zero Vehicle Odometer Messages...

Page 194: ...ill toggle between LoW and TirE for three cycles noFUSE If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the Ignition Off Draw IOD fuse is improperly installed or damaged a noFUSE message will display in the odom eter display area For further information on fuses and fuse locations refer to Fuses in Maintaining Your Vehicle CHAngE OIL Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator sy...

Page 195: ...on to change the display from odometer to either of the two trip odometer settings Trip A or Trip B will appear when in the trip odometer mode Push in and hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer to 0 miles 0 km The odometer must be in Trip mode to reset 17 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control ETC system If...

Page 196: ...lectronic Stability Con trol system ESC has been turned off by the driver 20 Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled about 1 mile 1 6 km with the turn signals on a continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off If either indicator flashes at a ra...

Page 197: ...flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active The ESC Malfunction Indicator Light also flashes when TCS is active If the ESC Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash during acceleration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions NOTE The ESC Indicator Light come on mom...

Page 198: ...es the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of ...

Page 199: ...d warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system opera tion or sensor damage may result when using re placement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage Do not use tire sealant from a can or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS as damage to the sensors may result 25 Malfunction ...

Page 200: ...verter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required WARNING A malfunctioning catalytic converter as referenced above can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants or wood or cardboard etc This could result in death or serious injury to the driver occu pants or o...

Page 201: ...lightly until the automatic trans mission cools down enough to allow a return to the requested speed If the high speed is maintained the overheating will reoccur as before in a cyclic fashion CAUTION Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure WARNING In some circumstances a Transmission Te...

Page 202: ...d Press the left EVIC button to scroll through sub menus Press and hold the reset button for approximately two seconds to reset the display shown Refer to the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC for further information ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC If Equipped The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument...

Page 203: ...travelled Left Front Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Right Front Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime RKE Battery Low with a single chime Personal Settings Not Available vehicle not in park automatic transmission or vehicle is in motion manual transmission Left Right Front Door A...

Page 204: ... driving style Unless reset this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position To turn off the message temporarily press and release the Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster To reset the oil change indicator system after performing the scheduled maintenance refer to the following procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position do n...

Page 205: ...he Display Pressing and holding the EVIC button once will clear the function currently being displayed Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed To reset all resettable functions press and release the EVIC button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently displayed function reset ALL will be displayed during this three second window EVIC Button ...

Page 206: ...stance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy according to the current fuel tank level This is not resettable NOTE Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle regardless of the DTE displayed value Wh...

Page 207: ...he EVIC button to display one of the following choices Language When in this display you may select different languages for all display nomenclature including the trip functions Pressing the EVIC button while in this display selects English Espanol or Francais depending on availability As you continue the displayed information will be shown in the selected language NOTE Uconnect language will not ...

Page 208: ...e first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until Driver s Door 1st or All Doors appears to make your selection Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock When ON is selected a short horn sound will occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed This feature may be selected with or without the Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock feature Press an...

Page 209: ...election Turn Headlights on with Remote Key Unlock When this feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked using the RKE transmitter Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until OFF 30 sec 60 sec or 90 sec appears to make your selection Confirmation of Voice Commands If Equipped When ON is selected all voice commands fr...

Page 210: ...play CAL until the compass is calibrated You may also calibrate the compass by com pleting one or more 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects until the CAL message displayed in the EVIC turns off The compass will now function normally NOTE A good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings bridges undergr...

Page 211: ...e Features menu Once in the Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features menu press and release less than one second the EVIC button several times until Compass Variance is highlighted The Compass Variance message and the current vari ance zone number will be displayed To change the zone press and hold longer than two seconds the EVIC button to increment the variance one step Repeat as necessa...

Page 212: ... in the Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features menu press and release less than one second the EVIC button several times until Calibrate Compass Yes is displayed 4 Using a long button press more than one second press the EVIC button this will place the Compass in calibration mode The CAL indicator will come on con tinuously in the EVIC display to indicate that the com pass is now in the ...

Page 213: ...rmal operating mode SALES CODE REQ AM FM STEREO RADIO AND 6 DISC CD DVD CHANGER MP3 WMA AUX JACK NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate Operating Instructions Radio Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio REQ Radio 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 214: ...on Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequencies pausing for five seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next To stop the search press the SCAN button a second time Voice Command Button Uconnect Phone I...

Page 215: ...TUNE SCROLL control knob to save the time change 5 To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button and selecting the SET HOME CLOCK entry Once in this display follow the above procedure starting at step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station one with call letters displayed The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast...

Page 216: ...a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to ...

Page 217: ...ountry Country Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious Talk Rel Talk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather 216 UNDERSTANDING ...

Page 218: ...sh the AUDIO SELECT button to select an entry and make changes DVD Enter When the disc is in DVD Menu mode selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current highlighted selection Use the remote control to scroll up and down the menu if equipped DISC Play Pause You can toggle between playing the DVD and pausing the DVD by pushing the SELECT button if equipped DVD Play Options Selecting the DVD...

Page 219: ...o set the clock Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob again to save changes Player Defaults Selecting this item will allow the user to scroll through the following items and set defaults according to customer preference Menu Language If Equipped Selecting this item will all...

Page 220: ...r and then push to select Subtitles If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose between subtitle Off or On Audio DRC If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio dynamic range The default is set to High and under this setting dialogues will play at 11 db higher than if the setting is Normal Aspect Ratio If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose between wide...

Page 221: ... stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations to be stored into pushbutton memory The stations stored in SET 2 ...

Page 222: ...until a safe temperature is reached This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics of the DVD player and other radio internal components NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio LOAD Button Loading Compact Disc s Press the LOAD button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number 1 6 where the CD is being loaded The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and pro...

Page 223: ...ing of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow you to scroll through the tracks faster in CD and MP3 MWA modes SCAN Button CD MODE Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing TIME Button CD MODE Press this button to change...

Page 224: ...properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of directory levels 8 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders 100 Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a three character extension Level 2 31 including a separator and a ...

Page 225: ...in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 WMA files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 WMA Specification...

Page 226: ...sc at Once option before writing to the disc LIST Button DISC Mode for MP3 WMA Play Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE SCROLL control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next folder in sequence if the selection doe...

Page 227: ...y device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE The AUX device must be turned on and the device s volume set to the proper level If the AUX audio is not loud enough turn the device s volume up If the AUX audio sounds distorted turn the device s volume down SEEK Button Auxiliary Mode No function SCAN Button Auxiliary Mode No function EJECT Button Auxiliary Mode No function TIME Button Auxiliary Mode Pre...

Page 228: ...lite Radio Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System VES If Equipped Refer to separate Video Entertainment System VES Guide Dolby威 Manufactured under license from Dolby威 Laboratories Dolby威 and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby威 Laboratories Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technol ogy that is protected by U S patents and other intellec tual property rig...

Page 229: ... Positioning System GPS based Navigation system Refer to your Uconnect Multimedia REN RER or RBZ user s manual for detailed operating instructions Operating Instructions Voice Command System If Equipped For the radio refer to Voice Command System in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in Understanding The Features Of ...

Page 230: ...rrent setting 1 Turn on the radio 2 Touch the screen where the time is displayed The clock setting menu will appear on the screen 3 When this feature is on a check mark will appear in the box next to the words Daylight Savings Touch the screen where the words Daylight Savings are dis played to change the current setting Show Time if Radio is Off When selected this feature will display the time of ...

Page 231: ...s synchronized to the time data being transmitted by the GPS satellite The satellite clock is Greenwich Mean Time GMT This is the worldwide standard for time This makes the system s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone and daylight savings information is set To Manually Set the Clock RER REN 1 Turn on the radio 2 Touch the screen where the time is displayed 3 Touch the screen where U...

Page 232: ...ouch the screen where the words Daylight Savings are dis played to change the current setting Show Time if Radio is Off When selected this feature will display the time of day on the touch screen when the radio is turned off Proceed as follows to change the current setting 1 Turn on the radio 2 Touch the screen where the time is displayed 3 Touch the screen where User Clock is displayed the clock ...

Page 233: ...o not see a time zone that you want to select touch the screen where the word Page is displayed to view additional time zones in the menu 6 Touch the screen where the word Save is displayed SALES CODE RES AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER MP3 AUX JACK NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate Operating Instructions Radio Mode NOTE The ignition switch must ...

Page 234: ...ght switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it TIME Button Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time and radio frequency Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours...

Page 235: ...o the right or left to increase or decrease the mid range tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level f...

Page 236: ...e display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to...

Page 237: ...witch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism Do not use adhesive labels These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism RES ...

Page 238: ...allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display RW FF Press and hold the FF Fast Forward button and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner AM FM Button P...

Page 239: ...d The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of folder levels 8 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders The radio display of file names and folder names is limited For large numbers of files and or folders the radio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will ...

Page 240: ...ata to an MP3 file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rate MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24...

Page 241: ...sion disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the DISC AUX button will change the mode to auxi...

Page 242: ... Push the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the 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 SEEK Buttons...

Page 243: ...ed with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With Uconnect message will display on the radio screen Phone Button Uconnect Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature if equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in Under standing The Features If Your Vehicle If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Eq...

Page 244: ...SETUP button and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station one with call letters displayed The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast from an FM station FM mode only RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in ...

Page 245: ...to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to exit setting tone balance and fade MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on th...

Page 246: ...untry Country Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious Talk Rel Talk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather 4 UNDERSTANDING YOU...

Page 247: ...s The minutes will begin to blink Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save time change AM FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory press the SET RND button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the ...

Page 248: ...to DISC AUX mode Operation Instructions CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio This radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks Inserting Compact Disc s Gently insert one CD into ...

Page 249: ... types one side is a DVD the other side is a CD should not be used and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF NOTE Ej...

Page 250: ...ode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran domly selected track Press the SET RND button a second time to stop Ran dom Play Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 fi...

Page 251: ...dio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will result in this display With 200 files exceeding 50 folders will result in this display Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a three character extension Level 2 31 including a separator and a three char...

Page 252: ... rates MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags ID3 version 2 is not suppor...

Page 253: ...ling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE SCROLL control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain playable files The folder list will time out after five seconds INFO Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll thr...

Page 254: ... of day The time of day will display for five seconds when the ignition is OFF Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in Understanding The Features If Your Vehicle Operating Instructions Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio Uconnect Multimedia SATELLITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED REN REQ RER RES REU RBZ RADIOS ONLY S...

Page 255: ...ber Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 2 Your Vehicle Identification Number To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access With REQ RES Radios With the ignition switch in the ON RUN or ACC posi tion and the radio on press the SETUP button and scroll using the TUNE SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is selected Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob and the Sirius ID number will d...

Page 256: ...a will cause decreased performance Larger lug gage items such as bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible within the loading design of the rack Do not place items directly on or above the antenna Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle Dense tree cov...

Page 257: ...Song Title and Composer if avail able Also pressing and holding the INFO button for an additional three seconds will make the radio display the song title all of the time press and hold again to return to normal display INFO Button REU Radio Pressing the INFO button will display information about Artist Song Title and Composer if available Pressing the INFO button again will close the INFO screen ...

Page 258: ...nnels and the radio will tune to the next station matching the selected format There is no time out for this screen Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button again will close the Music Type screen Once closed seek up seek down and scan will no longer be based on your selection SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the following items Display Sirius ID number Press the AUDIO SELECT butto...

Page 259: ...ed by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 Satellite stations Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System ...

Page 260: ... which mode you are in The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode Radio Operation Press the top of the switch to SEEK up for the next listenable station Press the bottom of the switch to SEEK down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset push...

Page 261: ...e with a soft cloth wiping from center to edge 3 Do not apply paper or tape to the disc avoid scratch ing the disc 4 Do not use solvents such as benzene thinner cleaners or anti static sprays 5 Store the disc in its case after playing 6 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight 7 Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high NOTE If you experience difficulty in playing a particu lar...

Page 262: ...sitioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation CLIMATE CONTROLS The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather Manual Heating and Air Conditioning The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of outer rotary dials and inner push knobs 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P...

Page 263: ...rol to regulate the tem perature of the air inside the passenger compartment Rotating the dial left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while rotating right into the red area indicates warmer temperatures NOTE If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected check the front of the A C con denser located in front of the radiator for an accumula tion of dirt o...

Page 264: ...aximum airflow to the rear Bi Level Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets NOTE For all settings except full cold or full hot there is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets The warmer air flows to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing t...

Page 265: ...gh humidity are present Activating recirculation will cause the LED in the control button to illuminate NOTE Continuous use of the recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur Extended use of this mode is not recommended The use of the recirculation mode in cold or damp weather will cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle ...

Page 266: ...een running for about 10 seconds MAX A C For maximum cooling use the A C and recirculation buttons at the same time ECONOMY MODE If economy mode is desired press the A C button to turn OFF the indicator light and the A C compressor Then move the temperature control to the desired temperature Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped The Automatic Temperature Control system automati cally maint...

Page 267: ...ion automatically Selecting the O OFF position on the blower control stops the system completely and closes the outside air intake The recommended setting for maximum comfort for the average person is 72 F 22 C however this may vary NOTE The temperature setting can be adjusted at anytime without affecting automatic operation Pressing the Air Conditioning Control button while in AUTO mode will caus...

Page 268: ... off Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic Mode Preferred Automatic or Blower and Mode Pre ferred Automatic This means the operator can override the blower the mode or both There is a manual blower range for times when the AUTO setting is not desired The blower can be set to any fixed blower speed by rotating t...

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Page 270: ...ture between the upper and lower outlets The warmer air flows to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets Mix Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window demist outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy con...

Page 271: ... When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position the recirculation feature will be cancelled In cold weather use of the Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging The Recirculation mode is not allowed in the floor defrost or defrost floor mode in order to improve window clearing Recirculation will be disabled automatically if these modes are selected Extended use of recirculat...

Page 272: ...ntrol settings for various weather condi tions Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating A solution of 50 ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant and 50 water is recommended Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for ...

Page 273: ... The air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the outside mirrors Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they enter the plenum they could plug the water drains In winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice slush an...

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Page 276: ... Below 20 F Or 29 C 280 If Engine Fails To Start 281 After Starting 281 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 281 䡵 Manual Transaxle If Equipped 282 Five Speed Manual Transaxle 282 Recommended Shift Speeds 283 Downshifting 283 䡵 Automatic Transaxle If Equipped 284 Brake Transmission Interlock System 285 Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System 285 Gear Ranges 286 5 ...

Page 277: ...䡵 Parking Brake 294 䡵 Brake System 296 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 297 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System 299 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 300 Brake Assist System BAS 300 Traction Control System TCS 301 Hill Start Assist HSA Manual Transaxle Only 301 Electronic Stability Control ESC 303 䡵 Tire Safety Information 306 Tire Markings 306 Tire Identification Number TIN 310 Tire Terminology And Definitions ...

Page 278: ...ent Tires 324 䡵 Tire Chains 325 䡵 Snow Tires 326 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 326 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 327 Base System 330 Premium System If Equipped 332 General Information 336 䡵 Fuel Requirements 336 Reformulated Gasoline 337 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 337 E85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 338 MMT In Gasoline 338 Materials Added To Fuel 339 Fuel System Cautions 339 Carbon M...

Page 279: ...finitions 345 Installing A Trailer Hitch 347 Trailer Hitch Classification 348 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 349 Trailer And Tongue Weight 350 Towing Requirements 351 Towing Tips 356 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 357 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground 357 278 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 280: ...e press the clutch pedal to the floor and place the shift lever in NEUTRAL NOTE The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor If the key will not turn and the steering wheel is locked rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the key Automatic Transaxle If Equipped The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL posit...

Page 281: ... seconds turn the ignition switch to the OFF position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure WARNING Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans axle cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicl...

Page 282: ...er pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms u...

Page 283: ...NING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied The parking brake should al ways be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle especially on an incline Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears As you release the clutch pedal lightly press the accelerator pedal Shift Pattern 282 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 284: ...ause abnormal wear on the clutch Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop NOTE During cold weather until the transaxle lubri cant is warm you may experience slightly higher shift efforts This is normal and not harmful to the transaxle Recommended Shift Speeds To use your manual transaxle for optimal fuel economy it should be upshifted as listed in the following table ...

Page 285: ...tios in a continuous manner This may sometimes feel as if it is slipping but this is normal and does not harm anything CAUTION Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed Do not shift f...

Page 286: ...urned to the ON or START position engine running or not and the brake pedal must be pressed NOTE If a malfunction occurs the transaxle will not shift out of PARK Battery power is required to release the brake transmission interlock system There is a remov able plug in the right side of the shifter housing that allows you to insert your finger to override the system If this occurs obtain service as...

Page 287: ...place the shift lever in the PARK position WARNING Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle you should always shift the vehicle into PARK remove the key from the ignition and apply the parking brake Once the key is removed from the ignition the shift lever is...

Page 288: ... brake pedal REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle rearward Use this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL This range is used when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running The engine may be started in this range Set the parking brake if you must leave the vehicle DRIVE This range is used for most city and highway driving AUTOSTICK姞 IF ...

Page 289: ...ve in which case sixth gear ratio will be selected In like manner moving the shift lever to will activate AutoStick威 and shift to the next lower manual ratio After AutoStick威 is activated the manual ratio selected is displayed in the transmission ratio display and tipping the shift lever to the or direction will cause an upshift or downshift by one ratio AutoStick威 is deactivated By holding the sh...

Page 290: ...utoStick威 mode and the transaxle will return to the automatic mode until the problem is corrected DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered wet or other slip pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati cally to the right or left This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the front driving wheels WARNING Rapid accel...

Page 291: ...ugh distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop DRIVING THROUGH WATER Driving through water more than a few inches centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle Flowing Rising Water WARNING Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and or rising as in storm run off Flow i...

Page 292: ...ing water This will minimize wave effects Continued CAUTION Continued Driving through standing water may cause dam age to your vehicle s drivetrain components Al ways inspect your vehicle s fluids i e engine oil transmission transaxle axle etc for signs of con tamination i e fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance after driving through standing water Do not continue to operate the vehicle if an...

Page 293: ...u POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost If for some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effo...

Page 294: ...ower 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 an autho rized dealer CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering system as the chemicals can damage your power steering components Such ...

Page 295: ... be certain to leave an automatic transaxle in PARK or manual transaxle in REVERSE or first gear The parking brake lever is located in the center console To apply the parking brake pull the lever up as firmly as possible To release the parking brake pull the lever up slightly press the center button then lower the lever completely When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the O...

Page 296: ...sm may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle WARNING Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Do not leave the key in the ignition switch A child could operate power ...

Page 297: ...g 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 and possible brake damage You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa bility the remaining system will still functio...

Page 298: ... to prevent wheel lock up WARNING Pumping of the anti lock brakes will diminish their effectiveness 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 The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys ics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that af forded by t...

Page 299: ...n as possible to restore the benefits of anti lock brakes If the ABS Warning Light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position have the bulb repaired as soon as possible If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light remain on the ABS and Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD systems are not functioning Immedi ate repair to the ABS is required When the vehic...

Page 300: ...to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment This in terference can cause possible loss of Anti Lock brak ing capability Installation of such equipment should be performed by qualified professionals All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer ELECTRONIC BRA...

Page 301: ...gency braking maneuvers The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes This can help reduce braking distances The BAS complements the Anti Lock Brake System ABS Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous brak...

Page 302: ... If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in the Partial Off mode Refer to Electronic Stability Control ESC in this section of this manual Hill Start Assist HSA Manual Transaxle Only The H...

Page 303: ...sion with another vehicle or object Always remember the driver is responsible for braking the vehicle Disabling Enabling HSA If you wish to turn on or off the HSA system it can be done using the Customer Programmable Features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Un derstanding Your Instrument Panel for further informa tion For veh...

Page 304: ...em enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESC cor rects for over steering or under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over steering or under steering condi tion Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determ...

Page 305: ...ing road conditions Continued WARNING Continued ESC cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydroplaning Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the saf...

Page 306: ... inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESC activation ESC Operating Modes The ESC system has two available operating modes Full On This is the normal operating mode for ESC Whenever the vehicle is started the ESC system will be in this On mode This mode should be used for most driving situations ESC should only be turned to Partial Off for specific reasons as noted below Partial Off This...

Page 307: ...e situa tion requiring ESC to be switched to the Partial Off mode is overcome turn ESC back on by momentarily pressing the ESC Off switch This may be done while the vehicle is in motion TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 1 U S DOT Safety Stan dards Code TIN 4 Maximum Load 2 Size Designation 5 Maximum Pressure 3 Service Description 6 Treadwear Traction and Temperature Grades 306 STARTING AND OPE...

Page 308: ...ruck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have the letter T molded in...

Page 309: ...k tire based on U S design standards T Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R means radial construction D means diagonal or bias construction 15 Rim diameter in inches in 308 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 310: ...ons i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL tire Extra Load XL Extra load or reinforced tire Light Load Light load tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the maximum ...

Page 311: ...fies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location two digits L9 Code representing the tire size two digits ABCD Code used by the tire manufacturer one to four digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means the 3rd week...

Page 312: ...e inch psi or kilopascal kPa Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa before a tire has built up heat from ...

Page 313: ...ght accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that e...

Page 314: ...adwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg plus the rated cargo load Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on a individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight 5 STARTING A...

Page 315: ...flation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the Vehicle Loading section of t...

Page 316: ...e driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if XXX amount equals 1 400 lbs 635 kg and there will be five 150 lb 68 kg passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity i...

Page 317: ... with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 392 kg 316 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 318: ...5 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 ...

Page 319: ...fected by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in tire over heating and failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob lems You could l...

Page 320: ... to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition These pressure con ditions will be found in the Supplemental Tire Pressure Info...

Page 321: ...Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the Winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 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...

Page 322: ...ial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause an accident Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your authorized tire dealer for radial tire repairs Compact Spar...

Page 323: ...nal tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare Do not install more than one compact spare tire wheel on the vehicle at any given time CAUTION Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the compact spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ...

Page 324: ...stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 in 2 mm When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicator...

Page 325: ...rovide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed Refer to the paragraph on Tread Wear Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard for the size designation of you...

Page 326: ...ved for your vehicle Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Continued WARNING Continued Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and ...

Page 327: ... on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat terns These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rota...

Page 328: ...at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for information on how to properly inflate the vehicle s tires The tire pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and ther...

Page 329: ...nutes above 15 mph 25 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information For example your vehicle may have a recommended cold parked for more than three hours placard pressure of 30 psi 207 kPa If the ambient temperature is 68 F 20 C and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi 186 kPa a temperature drop to 20 F 7 C will decrease the tire pressure to approximately 26 psi 179 kPa This tire pressure...

Page 330: ...he valve stem which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni toring Sensor NOTE The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under infla...

Page 331: ...re Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi nate in the instrument cluster and an audible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible check the inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle and inflate e...

Page 332: ...our vehicle is equipped with a compact spare wheel and tire assembly 1 The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor Therefore the TPMS will not monitor the tire pressure in the compact spare tire 2 If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit upon the next ignition key cycle a chime will sound and t...

Page 333: ...ireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev els Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the receiver module NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintain the proper pressure The TPMS consists of the following components Receiver Modu...

Page 334: ...ery ignition cycle for each condition that it detects In addition the EVIC will display a graphic of the pressure value s with the low tire s flashing Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four active road tire s you should stop as soon as possible and inflate all tires that are flashing on the graphic display to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pres sure value The system will auto...

Page 335: ... is detected The system fault will also sound a chime The EVIC will display a CHECK TPM SYS TEM message for three seconds This text message is then followed by a graphic display with in place of the pressure value s indicating which Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor s is not being received If the ignition key is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists If the system f...

Page 336: ...e compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit upon the next ignition key cycle a chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will still turn ON due to the low tire 3 However after driving the vehicle for up to 20 min utes above 15 mph 25 km h the Tire Pressure Moni toring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 second...

Page 337: ...nditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses United States KR5S120123 Canada 2671 S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is designed to meet all emis sion regulations and provide excellent fuel economy when ...

Page 338: ...ine will pro vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as 10 ethanol MTBE and ETBE Oxygen ates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle CAUTION D...

Page 339: ...aler change the engine oil and oil filter disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the engine controller memory More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged exposure to E85 fuel MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num ber Gasoline blended with MMT offers no performance advantage beyond gasoline of t...

Page 340: ...e Continued CAUTION Continued The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor mance and damage the emission control system An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may requ...

Page 341: ...a with the engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh out side air into the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnor mal conditions repaired promptly Until repaired drive with all side windows fully open Keep the liftgate c...

Page 342: ...t from using an improper fuel tank filler cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc tion Indicator Light MIL to turn on To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled Con...

Page 343: ... is refueled Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose or improperly installed a gASCAP message will be displayed in the Odometer Trip Odom eter in the instrument cluster Refer to Instrument Cluster Description in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer ...

Page 344: ...cation Number VIN Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers and cargo The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Tire Size The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size Rim Size...

Page 345: ...eigh it on a commercial scale to ensure that it is not over the GVWR Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten useful service life Heavier suspension compo nents do not necessarily increase the vehicle s GVWR Loading To load your vehicle properly first figure out its empty weight Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible Stow all lo...

Page 346: ...oad must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Trailer Weight GTW The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo consumables and equipment permanent or tem porary loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for operation condition The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale The entire weight of the trailer must ...

Page 347: ...he maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer Trailer Sway Control The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling Weight Carrying Hitch A weight carrying hitch suppor...

Page 348: ...tributing positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability Trailer sway control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recom mended for heavier Tongue Weights TW and may be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration loading to comply with GAWR requirements Installing A Trailer Hitch NOTE If you install a trailer hitch after you purchase the vehicle you must install a MOPAR...

Page 349: ...Maximum GTW towable for your given drivetrain Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weigh...

Page 350: ... 22 sq ft 2 04 sq m 1 000 lbs 450 kg 150 lbs 50 kg 2 4L Auto Man with Trailer Tow Prep Package AHC 32 sq ft 3 0 sq m 2 000 lbs 907 kg 300 lbs 136 kg Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds Note 1 The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard R...

Page 351: ...hich will cause loss of con trol of vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer accidents Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle The tongue weight of the trailer The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on ...

Page 352: ...for your vehicle Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle drive train components the following guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles 805 km of vehicle operation Doing so may dam age your vehicle During the first 500 miles 805 km of trailer towing limit your speed to 50 mph 80 km h Perform the maintenance listed in the Maintenan...

Page 353: ...oss of control poor performance or dam age to the brakes axle engine transaxle steering suspension chassis structure or tires Continued WARNING Continued Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with tr...

Page 354: ...re essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Oper ating for proper tire inflation procedures Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres sures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for the proper...

Page 355: ...r is not required Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1 000 lbs 450 kg and required for trailers in excess of 2 000 lbs 907 kg CAUTION If the trailer weighs more than 1 000 lbs 450 kg loaded it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances WARNING...

Page 356: ...ghts and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety The Trailer Tow Package may include a four pin and seven pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle s wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following...

Page 357: ...tronic Speed Control If Equipped Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads When using the speed control if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage it until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Seven Pin Connector 1 Battery 5 Ground 2 Backup Lamps 6 Left Stop Turn 3 Right Stop Turn 7 Runn...

Page 358: ...ed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground Recreational Towing Condition Manual Transaxle Vehicles Automatic Transaxle Vehicles Four Wheel Flat Tow All Wheels on Ground Yes Never Two Wheel Dolly Tow Front or Rear Wheels on Ground Never Never Flat Bed Tow All Wheels on Be...

Page 359: ... is in the ACC position CAUTION DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with a automatic transaxle Damage to the drivetrain will result If these vehicles require towing make sure all four wheels are off the ground Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used Internal damage to the transaxle will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing 358 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 360: ... 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing 362 Jack Location 362 Spare Tire Stowage 362 Preparations For Jacking 363 Jacking Instructions 364 䡵 Jump Starting Procedures 368 Preparations For Jump Start 369 Jump Starting Procedure 370 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 372 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 373 With Ignition Key 373 Without The Ignition Key 375 6 ...

Page 361: ...ignition key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action On the highways Slow down In city traffic While stopped put the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle speed CAUTION Driving...

Page 362: ... coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OVERHEATING During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up long grades on hot days the automatic transaxle oil may bec...

Page 363: ...t can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The jack and jack handle are stowed under the load floor in the cargo area Spare Tire Stowage The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear l...

Page 364: ... the jack or changing the wheel 2 Set the parking brake 3 Place the shift lever in PARK automatic transaxle or REVERSE manual transaxle 4 Turn OFF the ignition 5 Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher 6 Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position For example if changing the right front tire block the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the vehic...

Page 365: ...ansmission in REVERSE Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack Continued WARNING Continued Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic To assure that spare...

Page 366: ...ug wrench and remove the wrench from the jack assembly 2 Loosen but do not remove the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in Step 3 Jacking Locations 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 365 ...

Page 367: ... wheel to be changed WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 5 Using the swivel wrench raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the sp...

Page 368: ...tened twice The correct wheel nut torque is 100 ft lbs 135 N m If you doubt that you have tightened the nuts correctly have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station 9 Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is free Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly and stow it in the spare tire area Secure the assembly using the means provided WARNING ...

Page 369: ...so please follow the procedures in this section carefully NOTE When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer s operating instructions and precautions CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur WARNING When temperatures...

Page 370: ...cated in the front of the engine compartment below the air intake duct To access the battery remove the air intake duct by turning the two finger screws located on the radiator support Air Intake Finger Screws Positive Battery Post 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369 ...

Page 371: ...arks away from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories 3 If using a another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF WARNING Do not allow vehicles to touch each o...

Page 372: ...charged vehicle s engine away from the battery and the fuel injection system WARNING Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury 5 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle wit...

Page 373: ...ischarge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting 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 wheels Then shift back and forth between RE VERSE and 1st gear Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the roc...

Page 374: ...spin your vehi cle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition Key Automatic Transaxle Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles can be towed with the front wheels elevated or on a flatbed truck all four wheels off the ground All ...

Page 375: ...e the accessories while being towed wipers defrosters etc the key must be in the ON position not the ACC position Make certain the trans mission remains in NEUTRAL CAUTION If the vehicle being towed requires steering the ignition switch must be in the ACC position not in the LOCK position Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when towing When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck do not att...

Page 376: ...towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam age to the vehicle Battery power is required to release the brake transmission interlock system automatic transmission only There is a removable plug in the right side of the shift lever housing that allows you to insert your finger to override the system The ignition key must be in the ON position to use the override lever 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3...

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Page 378: ...essage 381 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 382 䡵 Replacement Parts 383 䡵 Dealer Service 383 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 384 Engine Oil 385 Engine Oil Filter 388 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 388 Maintenance Free Battery 389 Air Conditioner Maintenance 390 Body Lubrication 391 Windshield Wiper Blades 392 Adding Washer Fluid 392 Exhaust System 393 7 ...

Page 379: ...ntegrated Power Module IPM 411 䡵 Vehicle Storage 414 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 414 䡵 Bulb Replacement 415 Front Headlamps Parking And Turn Signal Lamps 415 Fog Lamps 415 Rear Tail Turn Signal And Backup Lamps 415 License Lamps 417 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 418 䡵 Fluid Capacities 419 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 420 Engine 420 Chassis 421 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 380: ...r 6 Integrated Power Module 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 Battery Under Cover 3 Engine Oil Fill 8 Coolant Pressure Cap 4 Air Cleaner Filter 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 ...

Page 381: ...ir 6 Battery Under Cover 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 Air Cleaner Filter 3 Engine Oil Fill 8 Coolant Pressure Cap 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Integrated Power Module 10 Engine Coolant Reservoir 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 382: ...d towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon...

Page 383: ...m is ready for testing Normally the OBD II system will be ready The OBD II system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To ...

Page 384: ...ould in order for your OBD II system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD II system is ready or not if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engi...

Page 385: ... chanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the future CAUTION Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per form repairs and service when nece...

Page 386: ...such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Do not check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and only when the engine is hot will improve the accur...

Page 387: ...further information NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6 000 miles 10 000 km or six months whichever occurs first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 American ...

Page 388: ... your engine For information on engine oil filler cap location refer to Engine Compart ment in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom mended oil quality requirements are met and the recom mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed Materials Added to Engine Oils The manufacturer strongly r...

Page 389: ...h quality oil filters and are recommended Engine Air Cleaner Filter Refer to Maintenance Schedule for the proper mainte nance intervals WARNING The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle wit...

Page 390: ...ny other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other Continued WARNING Continued Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling The battery 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 CAUTION It is es...

Page 391: ...st Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air condi tioning components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants a...

Page 392: ... C system sealers stop leak products seal conditioners compressor oil or refrigerants Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks door hinge pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubri cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as MOPAR威 Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure quiet easy operation and t...

Page 393: ... a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Make sure that they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid damaging the blade Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc NOTE Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend ing on geographical area and frequency of use Poor performance of b...

Page 394: ...ompetent technician inspect the complete ex haust system and adjacent body areas for broken dam aged 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 an oil change or lubrication Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill ...

Page 395: ...nt to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage CAUTION Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involv ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor mance have your vehicle serviced promptly Contin ued operation of your v...

Page 396: ...ool Service including a tune up to manufacturers specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected for a prolonged per...

Page 397: ...y accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks Cooling System Drain Flush And Refill Refer to Maintenance Schedule for the proper mainte...

Page 398: ...e coolant and may plug the radiator Continued CAUTION Continued This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based engine coolant anti freeze Use of Propylene Glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is not recommended Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant antifreeze that allows extended maintenance intervals This engine coolant antifreeze can...

Page 399: ...ne cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated NOTE Mixing engine coolant antifreeze types will decrease the life of the engine coolant antifreeze and will require more frequent coolant changes Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must ...

Page 400: ... determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by ani mals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child or pet seek emergency assistance immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for dete...

Page 401: ...idence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If engine coolant anti freeze needs to be added the contents of the coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freez ing If frequent engine coolant antifreeze additio...

Page 402: ...ding 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 and possible brake damage You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services...

Page 403: ...s not indicate any leaks or other problems it may be a result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system See your local authorized dealer for service Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Re fer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Pa...

Page 404: ...id reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts causing the brake fluid to catch fire Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami nate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure T...

Page 405: ... compo nents Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Continued CAUTION Continued Using a transmission fluid other than the manu facturer s recommended fluid will cause belt slip and result in a complete transaxle failure Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the automatic transax...

Page 406: ...s become contaminated with water NOTE If contaminated with water the fluid should be changed immediately Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo graphic locations and usage Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other season...

Page 407: ...ar wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle use MOPAR威 Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove Use a high quality cleaner wax such as MOPAR威 Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film stains and to protect your paint finish Take care never to scratch the paint Avoid using abrasive compou...

Page 408: ...sibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de icer salt etc be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel Use MOPAR威 Touch Up Paint or equivalent on scratches as soon as possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Wheel...

Page 409: ...ain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products Interior Care Use MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Use MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl upholstery MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom mended for leather upholstery Your leather upholstery...

Page 410: ...remove road dirt wash with a mild soap solution fol lowed by rinsing Do not use abrasive cleaning components solvents steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPAR威 Glass Cleaner or any commercial household type glass cleaner Never use an abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning the inside rear w...

Page 411: ... cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft cloth Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the seat belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners This will weaken the fabric S...

Page 412: ...mation Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 Empty Empty 2 15 Amp Lt Blue AWD 4WD ECU Feed 3 10 Amp Red CHMSL Brake Switch Feed 4 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch Feed OCM Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 5 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow 6 10 Amp Red IOD Sw Pwr Mir Steering Cntrl Sdar Hands Free Phone 7 30 Amp Green IOD Sense1 8 30 Amp Green IOD Sense2 9 40 Amp Green Power Seats 10 20 Amp ...

Page 413: ... Wcm 18 40 Amp Green ASD Relay Contact PWR Feed 19 20 Amp Yellow PWR Amp 1 Amp 2 Feed Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 20 15 Amp Lt Blue IOD Feed Radio 21 10 Amp Red IOD Feed Intrus Mod Siren If Equipped 22 10 Amp Red IGN RUN Heat AC Compass Sensor 23 15 Amp Lt Blue ENG ASD Relay Feed 3 24 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Sunroof Feed 25 10 Amp Red Heated Mirror If Equipped 26 15 Amp Lt Blue ENG AS...

Page 414: ...CM 34 30 Amp Pink ABS Valve Feed 35 40 Amp Green ABS Pump Feed Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 36 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Washer Control Smart Glass If Equipped 37 25 Amp Natural Diesel Fuel Heater If Equipped CAUTION When installing the IPM cover it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow water to get into the IPM and possibly ...

Page 415: ...ge the mini fuse in the Power Distribution Center labeled IOD Ignition Off Draw Disconnect the negative cable from the battery REPLACEMENT BULBS All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb Number Front Header Lamp T578 Center Dome Lamp T578 Rear Cargo Flashlight 8 A35LF LIGHTS BULBS Exterio...

Page 416: ...r authorized dealer for replacement Fog Lamps 1 Access light through the lower fascia cutout 2 Remove connector from bulb 3 Remove bulb from housing Rear Tail Turn Signal and Backup Lamps 1 Remove the two push pins from the tail lamp housing 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 ...

Page 417: ...2 Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly to disengage the lamp from the aperture panel 3 Twist and remove socket from the lamp 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 418: ...4 Remove the bulb from the socket and replace License Lamps 1 Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 ...

Page 419: ...Rotate the socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise 3 Pull the bulb from the socket Center High Mounted Stoplamp The lamp is an LED assembly See your authorized dealer for replacement 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 420: ...2 0L and 2 4L Engine SAE 5W 20 API Certified 4 5 Quarts 4 26 Liters Cooling System 2 0L and 2 4L Engine MOPAR威 Engine Coolant Antifreeze 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 7 2 Quarts 6 8 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 ...

Page 421: ...d Organic Additive Technology or equivalent Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs ZFR5F 11 Gap 0 043 in 1 1 mm Fuel Selection 87 Octane 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 422: ...ivalent licensed ATF 4威 product Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR威 DOT 3 SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids or equivalent Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR威 Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR威 ATF 4威 Automatic Trans mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4威 product 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 ...

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Page 424: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance 424 䡵 Maintenance Schedule 424 Required Maintenance Intervals 426 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 425: ...ied pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance On Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC equipped vehicles Oil Change Required will be dis played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound indicating that an oil...

Page 426: ...l Change Required in Understanding Your Instrument Panel or under In strument Cluster Description Odometer Trip Odom eter in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information At Each Stop for Fuel Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level read...

Page 427: ... and lines Check the manual transaxle fluid level CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 426 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 428: ...ine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the CV joints Perform the first inspection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months Inspect exhaust system Perform the first inspection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts f...

Page 429: ...for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary ...

Page 430: ...ce Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improp...

Page 431: ...ace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the manual transaxle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following trailer towing snow plowing heavy loading taxi police delivery...

Page 432: ...t the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Replace the air conditioning filter Change the automatic transaxle fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102 000 miles 170 000 km Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for crac...

Page 433: ... for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary...

Page 434: ...s If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date...

Page 435: ... Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the manual transaxle fluid if using your vehic...

Page 436: ...ge the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or ...

Page 437: ... Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the automatic transaxle fluid a...

Page 438: ...res If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Da...

Page 439: ...eplace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the manual transaxle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following trailer towing snow plowing heavy loading taxi police deliv...

Page 440: ...ilure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 150 000 Miles 250 000 km or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the spark plugs Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped wi...

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Page 442: ...443 䡵 If You Need Assistance 443 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 444 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 444 In Mexico Contact 444 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 445 Service Contract 445 䡵 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 446 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 446 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 446 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 446 In Canada 447 9 ...

Page 443: ...䡵 Publication Order Forms 447 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 449 Treadwear 449 Traction Grades 449 Temperature Grades 450 442 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 444: ...end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We wa...

Page 445: ...n to the manufacturer s customer cen ter should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ont...

Page 446: ...igh cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer s service contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s service contract you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about the service contract call...

Page 447: ... contain or emit chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARRANTY INFORMATION U S Vehicles Only See the Warranty Information Booklet located on the DVD for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle MOPAR姞 PARTS MOPAR威 fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized d...

Page 448: ...d contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should write to Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard Ame...

Page 449: ...rect problems the first time using step by step troubleshooting and drivability procedures proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These Owner s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve hicles Included are starting operating emergency and maintenance proce...

Page 450: ...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 charac teristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent t...

Page 451: ...ad to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repre sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overload...

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Page 453: ... Airbag Deployment 66 Airbag Light 63 69 82 189 Airbag Maintenance 68 Airbag Side 57 61 64 65 Airbag Window Side Curtain 58 61 65 Alarm Light 195 Alarm System Security Alarm 18 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 255 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 396 419 420 Capacities 419 Disposal 399 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 297 Anti Lock Warning Light 199 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Al...

Page 454: ...g 294 Brake System 296 401 Anti Lock ABS 297 300 Master Cylinder 401 Parking 294 Warning Light 190 Brakes 296 401 Brake Transmission Interlock 285 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 79 Bulb Replacement 414 415 Bulbs Light 82 414 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 419 Capacities Fluid 419 Caps Filler Fuel 340 Oil Engine 380 387 Power Steering 293 Car Washes 406 Carbon Monoxide Warning 81 340 Ca...

Page 455: ...int Tether Anchors 76 Child Restraint with Automatic Belts 74 Child Safety Locks 31 Child Seat 78 Clean Air Gasoline 337 Cleaning Wheels 407 Climate Control 261 Clock 214 228 230 233 242 Clutch 401 Clutch Fluid 401 Coin Holder 169 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 260 Compact Spare Tire 321 Console 169 Contract Service 445 Coolant Antifreeze 419 420 Cooler Beverage 178 Cooling System 395 Adding Coolant ...

Page 456: ...ring 293 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 399 Engine Oil 387 Door Locks 27 Door Locks Automatic 29 Door Opener Garage 154 Downshifting 283 Driver s Seat Back Tilt 130 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 289 Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 290 Electric Remote Mirrors 91 Electrical Power Outlets 164 Electronic Brake Control System 299 Anti Lock Brake System 300 Brake Assist System 300 El...

Page 457: ... Starting 368 Oil 385 419 420 Oil Change Interval 386 Oil Filler Cap 380 387 Oil Filter 420 Oil Selection 386 Oil Synthetic 387 Overheating 360 Temperature Gauge 187 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 66 Exhaust Gas Caution 35 81 340 393 Exhaust System 81 393 Exterior Lights 82 Filler Location Fuel 188 Filters Air Cleaner 388 Air Conditioning 272 Engine Oil 388 420 Flashers 360 Hazard Warning 360 ...

Page 458: ...n Light 415 Fuel 336 420 Adding 340 Additives 339 Capacity 419 Clean Air 337 Filler Cap Gas Cap 188 340 Filler Door Gas Cap 188 Gasoline 336 Gauge 188 Light 188 Octane Rating 336 Requirements 336 Tank Capacity 419 Fuel System Caution 341 Fueling 340 Fuses 411 Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 154 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 340 342 381 Gasoline Clean Air 337 Gasoline Fuel 336 419 Gasoline Reformulated 337 ...

Page 459: ...r 290 Hazard Warning Flasher 360 Head Restraints 135 Headlights 415 Cleaning 409 High Beam 144 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 144 Passing 144 Replacing 415 Switch 142 Heated Mirrors 92 Heated Seats 132 Heater 261 Heater Engine Block 281 Hill Start Assist 301 Hitches Trailer Towing 347 348 HomeLink威 Garage Door Opener Transmitter 154 Hood Release 140 Ignition 12 Key 12 Ignition Key Removal 12 Imm...

Page 460: ...ck Operation 362 364 Jacking Instructions 364 Jump Starting 368 Key Programming 17 Key Replacement 16 Key Sentry Immobilizer 15 Key In Reminder 15 Keyless Entry System Sedan 19 Keys 12 Lane Change and Turn Signals 415 Lap Shoulder Belts 38 Latches 83 Hood 140 Lead Free Gasoline 336 Leaks Fluid 83 Life of Tires 324 Liftgate Sedan 34 Liftgate Window Wiper Washer 175 Light Bulbs 82 414 Lights 82 141 ...

Page 461: ...8 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 198 Map Reading 146 Oil Pressure 189 Seat Belt Reminder 189 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 18 195 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 198 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 195 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 197 Traction Control 304 Turn Signal 82 141 143 415 Voltage 188 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 187 Loading Vehicle 342 344 Capacities 344 Tires 314 Locks ...

Page 462: ...akes 401 Mirrors 89 Automatic Dimming 90 Electric Powered 91 Heated 92 Outside 90 Rearview 89 Vanity 93 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 327 Mopar Parts 383 446 Multi Function Control Lever 141 New Vehicle Break In Period 79 Occupant Restraints 61 66 Occupant Restraints Sedan 36 57 58 61 65 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 336 Odometer 192 Trip 192 194 Oil Change Indicat...

Page 463: ...3 Parking Brake 294 Passing Light 144 Personal Settings 206 Pets 79 Phone Cellular 93 Phone Hands Free uconnect 93 Placard Tire and Loading Information 314 Power Door Locks 28 Mirrors 91 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 164 Steering 292 293 Sunroof 161 Windows 32 Power Steering Fluid 421 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 54 Preparation for Jacking 363 Pretensioners Seat Belts 48 Programmable Electro...

Page 464: ...s 414 Replacement Keys 16 Replacement Parts 383 Replacement Tires 324 Reporting Safety Defects 446 Resetting Oil Change Indicator 193 Restraint Head 135 Restraints Child 71 78 Restraints Infant 72 Retractable Cargo Area Cover 171 Rotation Tires 326 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 82 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 82 Safety Defects Reporting 446 Safety Exhaust Gas 81 Safety Information Tire 306 Safety ...

Page 465: ...g 130 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 18 Selection of Oil 386 Sentry Key Immobilizer 15 Sentry Key Programming 17 Sentry Key Replacement 16 Service Assistance 443 Service Contract 445 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator 198 Service Manuals 447 Setting the Clock 214 228 230 233 242 Settings Personal 206 Shift Speeds Manual Transaxle 283 Shoulder Belts 38 Side Airbag 64 Side Window Demisters ...

Page 466: ... Storage 414 Storage Vehicle 271 Stuck Freeing 372 Sun Roof 161 Sun Visor Extension 93 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 54 Synthetic Engine Oil 387 System Remote Starting 25 Tachometer 191 Taillights 415 Temperature Control Automatic ATC 265 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 187 360 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 76 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 18 Theft System Security Alarm 18 Tie Down Hooks Carg...

Page 467: ...314 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 327 Pressure Warning Light 197 Quality Grading 449 Radial 321 Replacement 324 Rotation 326 Safety 306 318 Sizes 308 Snow Tires 326 Spare Tire 362 Spinning 322 Tread Wear Indicators 323 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 350 Towing 345 24 Hour Towing Assistance 108 Disabled Vehicle 373 Guide 349 Recreational 357 Weight 349 Towing Assistance 108 Traction 290 Trailer Towing...

Page 468: ...Opener HomeLink威 154 Transporting Pets 79 Tread Wear Indicators 323 Trip Odometer 192 Trip Odometer Reset Button 194 Turn Signals 143 195 415 uconnect Hands Free Phone 93 Understanding Your Instrument Panel 184 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 449 Universal Transmitter 154 Unleaded Gasoline 336 Vanity Mirrors 93 Vehicle Certification Label 343 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Loading 314 342...

Page 469: ...Fluid 392 Washers Windshield 148 Washing Vehicle 406 Water Driving Through 290 Wheel and Wheel Trim 407 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 407 Wind Buffeting 163 Window Fogging 272 Windows 32 Power 32 Windshield Defroster 82 263 264 269 Windshield Washers 147 148 Windshield Wipers 147 392 Wipers Intermittent 148 468 INDEX ...

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