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Manual Transaxle — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 237

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Recommended Shift Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

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Downshifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

All Wheel Drive System — If Equipped . . . . . . . 240

Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240

Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242

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Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — If
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Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246

Driving On Slippery Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247

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Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247

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Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247

Driving Through Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248

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Flowing/Rising Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248

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Shallow Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248

Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250

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Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250

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Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . . 253

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Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 254

Tires — General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258

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Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258

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Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259

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Radial-Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261

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Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 262

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STARTING AND OPERATING

Summary of Contents for Caliber

Page 1: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 225 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 297 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 361 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 369 10 INDEX 379 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

Page 4: ...should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference 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 dealer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained techni cians and genuine Mopart parts and is interested in your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the table of contents to determine whic...

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Page 6: ...lt in damage to your vehicle If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 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 or title Vehicle Identification Number 6 INTRODUCTION ...

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

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Page 9: ...ion Reminder 14 m Sentry Key 14 Replacement Keys 15 Customer Key Programming 16 General Information 17 m Steering Wheel Lock Manual Transmission Only 18 To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel 18 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock 18 m Door Locks 18 Manual Door Locks 18 Power Door Locks If Equipped 20 Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors 22 2 ...

Page 10: ...et The Alarm 30 To Disarm The System 30 Security System Manual Override 31 m Liftgate 31 m Power Windows If Equipped 33 Power Window Switches 33 Auto Down 33 Window Lockout Switch 34 m Occupant Restraints 34 Lap Shoulder Belts 35 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 40 Second Row Center Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 41 Seat Belt Pretensioners 44 Enhanced Driver And Seat Belt Reminde...

Page 11: ...S Airbag 46 Child Restraint 58 m Engine Break In Recommendations 67 m Safety Tips 68 Exhaust Gas 68 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 68 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 2 ...

Page 12: ...safe place Ignition Key Removal Manual Transaxle Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position push the key and cylinder inward rotate the key to the LOCK position and remove the key Automatic Transaxle If Equipped Place the shift lever in PARK Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position push the key and cylinder inward rotate the key to the LOCK position and remove the key Vehicle Key 12 THINGS T...

Page 13: ... and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service WARNING Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seri ously or fatally injured Don t leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION An unlocked car is an invitation ...

Page 14: ...e is locked or unlocked The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded electronic chip 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 2 seconds if someone uses an invalid key to start the engine NOTE A key which has not been programmed is also...

Page 15: ...quipped components on the same key chain will not cause a key related transpon der fault unless the additional part is physically held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle Cell phones pagers or other RF electronics will not cause interference with this system All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Replacement Keys NOT...

Page 16: ... into the ignition switch Turn the ignition switch to the ON position for at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds Then turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first key 3 Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 15 seconds After ten seconds a chime will sound In addition the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicato...

Page 17: ...vent the lost key from starting your vehicle The remaining keys must then be repro grammed All vehicle keys must be taken to the dealer at the time of service to be reprogrammed General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must...

Page 18: ... lock engages To Release the Steering Wheel Lock Insert the key in the ignition switch and start the engine If the key is difficult to turn move the wheel slightly to the right or left to disengage the lock NOTE If you turned the wheel to the right to engage the lock you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to disengage it If you turned the wheel to the left to engage the lock turn the wheel ...

Page 19: ...ock and lock your vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal inju ries and death CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Manual Door Lock Plunger THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE...

Page 20: ...the doors Automatic Door Locks If Equipped The doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if all of the following conditions are met 1 The Auto Lock feature is enabled 2 The transmission is in gear Power Door Lock Switch Location Power Door Lock Switches 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 21: ... Close all doors and place the key in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK position 3 Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors 4 Verify reprogramming by driving the vehicle Auto Unlock The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if 1 The Auto Unlock feature is enabled 2 The transmission was...

Page 22: ... between LOCK and ON and back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK position 3 Depress the power door unlock switch to unlock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming NOTE Use the Auto Door Locks and Auto Unlock features in accordance with local laws Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors Insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the loc...

Page 23: ...be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged NOTE For emergency exit with the system engaged move the lock plunger up unlocked position roll down window and open the door with the outside door handle Inserting Ignition Key THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 2 ...

Page 24: ...k all the doors and liftgate When the UNLOCK button is pressed the illuminated entry will initiate and the parking lights will flash on twice The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Turn Headlamps on with Remote Key Unlock under Personal Settings in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC section of this man...

Page 25: ...ecurity Alarm Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm 5 If the desired programming was not achieved or to reactivate this feature repeat the above steps To Lock the Doors and Liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors The turn signal lights will flash and the horn wi...

Page 26: ... may have to be closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system To Turn Off Flash Lights With Lock NOTE The Flash Lights With Lock feature can be turned on or off On electronic vehicle information center EVIC equipped vehicles refer to 9Personal Settings9 in the EVIC section of this manual On non EVIC equipped vehicles perform the following steps 1 Press the UNLOCK button for...

Page 27: ...llowing procedure to program additional key fobs if the vehicle is not equipped with Sentry Key 1 Enter your vehicle and close all doors 2 Fasten your seat belt Fastening the seatbelt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this program ming procedure 3 Place the key into the ignition 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Do not start the engine 5 Press and hold the UNLOCK button on t...

Page 28: ...s General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsib...

Page 29: ...E Perchlorate Material special handling may ap ply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate 1 If the key fob is equipped with a screw remove the screw With the transmitter buttons facing down use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during removal Separating Transmitter Halves THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 2 ...

Page 30: ...30 seconds If the trigger remains present this cycle will repeat for up to 5 minutes To Set the Alarm 1 Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle 2 Lock the door using either the power door lock switch or the Keyless Entry Transmitter and close all doors 3 The indicator light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for 16 seconds This shows that the system is arming ...

Page 31: ...ock the liftgate insert the key into the lock and turn to the right manual lock models only The liftgate can also be unlocked using the remote keyless entry 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 opened or closed without using th...

Page 32: ...m 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 and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation ...

Page 33: ...C position and for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or the driver s door is opened Refer to Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit under the Understanding your Instrument Panel section Auto Down The driver s window switch has an Auto Down feature Push the window switch past the first detent release and the window will go down automatically To cancel the Auto Down movement opera...

Page 34: ...clude the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers front airbags for both the driver and front passenger and if equipped side airbags for both the driver and front passenger If you will be carrying children too small for adult size seat belts your seat belts or the LATCH feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems Please pay close attention to the informa...

Page 35: ...d they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times Lap Shoulder Belts All the seats in your vehicle are equipped with Lap Shoulder Belts The bel...

Page 36: ... bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your pas sengers safe too Two people should never ...

Page 37: ... seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat next to your arm Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap Pulling Out The Latch Plate THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 2 ...

Page 38: ... belt snugly A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind you will...

Page 39: ...ollision The belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as pos sible and keep it snug A twisted belt can t do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your dealer and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so ...

Page 40: ...ts frays or loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seat the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck Push anchorage button to r...

Page 41: ...nter lap shoulder belt features a three point seat belt with a mini latch and buckle which 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 2 Grasp ...

Page 42: ...t the mini latch plate 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 Routing The Rear Center Shoulder Belt Routing The Rear Center Shoulder Belt 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 43: ...on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight pull on the lap 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 Connecting Mini Latch to Buckle Rear Center Seat Belt Buckled THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR ...

Page 44: ...g positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision These devices improve the performance 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 bel...

Page 45: ...l be reactivated if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be en abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps NOTE The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or START position DaimlerChrysler Corp...

Page 46: ...egnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across 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 Driver and Front Passenge...

Page 47: ... inflation that are based on collision severity This vehicle may also be equipped with side curtain airbags to protect the driver and passengers sitting next to a window If the vehicle is equipped with side curtain airbags they are located above the side windows Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG Inflatable Knee Bolster Side Curtain Airbag Location THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 48: ...cupants causing serious injury Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts Along with seat belts and pretensioners front airbags work with the driver inflatable knee blocker and the integrated passenger knee blocker non inflatable to provide im proved protection for the driver and front passenger Side airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection The seat belts are designe...

Page 49: ...elt behind them or under their arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint Refer to the section on Child Restraint You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should wear their lap...

Page 50: ...ng your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel If the vehicle has side airbags they also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door Sit upright in the center of the seat The front airbag system consists of the following Occupant Restraint Controller ORC Side Remote Acceleration Sensors If Equipped Airbag Warning Light Driver Airbag Front Passenger Airbag Supplemental Side Curt...

Page 51: ... the key is in the LOCK position in the ACC position or not in the ignition the airbags are not on and will not inflate The ORC also turns on the Airbag Warning Light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds as a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check the Airbag Warning Light will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the Ai...

Page 52: ...nt holes in the sides of the airbag The passenger s front airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides of the airbag In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle The Side Impact SRS Side Curtain Airbags If equipped are designed to activate only in certain side collisions The ORC module determines if a side collision is severe enough to require the side airbags ...

Page 53: ...es and position you for the best interaction with the front airbag The Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker fully inflates in about 50 milliseconds this is only about half of the time it takes you to blink your eyes It then quickly deflates while helping to protect the driver s knees The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees and position everyone for the best interaction with the front airbag WARN...

Page 54: ...oor They are not caused by contact with chemicals They are not permanent and normally heal quickly However if you haven t healed significantly within a few days or if you have any blistering see your doctor immediately As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation These air...

Page 55: ...matically Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper passenger side of the instrument panel Do not modify the ...

Page 56: ...of airbag deployment or near deployment and up to a quarter second of high speed deceleration data during and or after air bag deployment or near deployment EDR data are ONLY recorded if an airbag deploys or nearly deploys and are otherwise unavailable NOTE 1 A near deployment event occurs when the airbag sensor detects severe vehicle deceleration usually indica tive of a crash but not severe enou...

Page 57: ...be provided to the custodial entity upon request General data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases such as those maintained by the US government and various states Data of a potentially sen sitive nature such as would identify a particular driver vehicle or crash will be treated confidentially Confiden tial data will n...

Page 58: ...ing engine speed Transmission gear selection Cruise control status Traction stability control status Tire pressure monitoring system status Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times babies and children too Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecu...

Page 59: ...child Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and 9convertible9 child seats Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint an chorage system The infant carrier i...

Page 60: ...s are also held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system The belt positioning booster seat is for children weigh ing more than 40 lbs 18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s cushion while the child s back is against the seat back they should use a Belt Position...

Page 61: ...ommend that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint If you install the restraint improperly it may not work when you need it The passeng...

Page 62: ...the restraint loosens the belt disconnect the latch plate from the buckle turn the latch plate around and insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still can t make the child restraint secure try a different seating position 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 s...

Page 63: ... age system called LATCH which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren The LATCH system provides 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 accommodat ing LATCH compatible child seats having flexible webbing mounted lower attachments Child seats with fixed lower attachments must...

Page 64: ...traint manufacturers will provide add on tether strap kits for some of their older products Tether anchorage kits are also available for most older vehicles Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap ...

Page 65: ...not be played with and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle Installing the Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Many but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the strap Forward fa...

Page 66: ...ING An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap Children Too Large 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 bac...

Page 67: ...E BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low ge...

Page 68: ...as any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed WARNING If you are required to drive with the deck lid liftgate open make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control blower switch is set at...

Page 69: ... to feel the air directed against the windshield Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires includ ing spare for proper pressure Lights Have someone observe the o...

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Page 71: ...or Passenger s Side 77 Power Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 77 Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 79 Sun Visor Sliding Feature 79 m Hands Free Communication UConnect If Equipped 79 Operation 81 Phone Call Features 88 UConnect System Features 91 Advanced Phone Connectivity 96 Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System 97 General Information 106 3 ...

Page 72: ...Folding Rear Seat 112 Reclining Rear Seat If Equipped 113 m To Open And Close The Hood 114 m Lights 115 Map Reading Lights 115 Multi Function Control Lever 116 Headlights Parking Lights Instrument Panel Lights 116 Lights On Reminder 117 Fog Lights If Equipped 117 Turn Signals 118 Highbeam Lowbeam Select Switch 119 Passing Light 119 m Daytime Running Lights DRL If Equipped 119 Functionality 119 72 ...

Page 73: ...A Desired Speed 125 To Deactivate 125 To Resume Speed 125 To Vary The Speed Setting 125 Manual Transaxle 126 To Accelerate For Passing 126 m Garage Door Opener If Equipped 126 Programming HomeLinkt 127 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 130 Using HomeLinkt 130 Reprogramming a Single HomeLinkt Button 131 Security 131 Troubleshooting Tips 131 General Information 132 m Anti Lock Brake System ABS If E...

Page 74: ...f Manual 139 Closing Sunroof Express Mode 140 Pinch Protect Feature 140 Pinch Protect Override 140 Venting Sunroof Express 140 Sunshade Operation 141 Wind Buffeting 141 Sunroof Maintenance 141 Ignition Off Operation 141 m Electrical Power Outlets 141 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off 143 m Console Features 144 m Cargo Area Features 145 Cargo Light Removable Self Recharging Flashlight If Equipp...

Page 75: ... If Equipped 149 m Rear Window Features 150 Rear Window Wiper Washer 150 Rear Window Defroster 151 m Roof Luggage Rack If Equipped 152 m Cooled Beverage Storage Bin Glove Compartment If Equipped 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 3 ...

Page 76: ... allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield Adjusting Rear View Mirror 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 77: ...ad close to the center of the vehicle WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look 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 Power Remote Control M...

Page 78: ...prevent accidentally moving a mirror WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look 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 Mirror Directions 78 UN...

Page 79: ...m UConnect allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g 9Call Mike Work9 or 9Dial 248 555 12129 Your cellular phone s audio is trans mitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the UConnect system NOTE The UConnect system use requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth 9Hands Free Profil...

Page 80: ...standard that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station so UCon nect 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 system The UConnect system allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to system Only one linked or pai...

Page 81: ...e control knob or from the steering wheel radio control right switch if so equipped The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the UConnect system such as 9CELL9 or caller ID on certain radios Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnect system and to navigate through the UConnect menu structure Voice commands are required after most UConnect system prompts You will be ...

Page 82: ...ons at any prompt say 9Help9 following the beep The UConnect system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help To activate the UConnect system from idle simply press the Phone button and follow audible prompts for directions All UConnect system sessions begin with a press of the Phone button on the radio control head Cancel Command At any prompt after the beep you can say 9Cancel9...

Page 83: ...ch cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7 1 being the highest priority You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect system However at any given time only one cellular phone can be in use connected to your UConnect System The priority allows the UConnect system to know which c...

Page 84: ...em will confirm the phone num ber and then dial The number will appear in the display of certain radios Call by Saying a Name Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say Call 9 System will prompt you to say the name of the person you want call After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say the name of the person you want to call For example you can say ...

Page 85: ... phone book entry that you are adding After you are finished adding an entry into the phone book you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu The UConnect system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phone book with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations Each language has a separate 32 name pho...

Page 86: ... Bluetooth connection If the phonebook entry is longer than 24 characters it will be use only the first 24 characters Edit Entries in the UConnect Phonebook NOTE Editing names in the phone book is recom mended when vehicle is not in motion Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Phonebook Edit 9 You will then be asked for the name of the phone book entr...

Page 87: ...phone book entry that you wish to delete or you can say 9List Names9 to hear a list of the entries in the phone book from which you choose To select one of the entries from the list press the 9Voice Recognition9 button while the UConnect system is playing the desired entry and say 9Delete 9 After you enter the name the UConnect system will ask you which designation you wish to delete home work mob...

Page 88: ...ll then prompt you as to the number designation you wish to call The selected number will be dialed Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnect system if the feature s are available on your cellular service plan For example if your cellular service plan provides three way calling this feature can be accessed through the UConnect system Check with your cellular s...

Page 89: ...refore the user can only either answer an incoming call or ignore it Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress To make a second call while you are currently in a call press the Voice Recognition button and say 9Dial9 or 9Call9 followed by the phone number or phone book entry you wish to call The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress To go back to the first call ...

Page 90: ...fter the second call has established press and hold the Phone button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call Call Termination To end a call in progress momentarily press the Phone button Only the active call s will be terminated and if there is a call on hold it will become the new active call If the active call is terminated by the far ...

Page 91: ...ed from the UConnect system to the mobile phone An active call is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after ignition key is switched to off UConnect System Features Language Selection To change the language that the UConnect system is using Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say the name of the language you wish to switch to English Espanol or...

Page 92: ...umber dialed may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area The UConnect system does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly Your phone must be turned on and paired to the UCon nect system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UC...

Page 93: ...n automated service such as paging service or automated customer service Some services require immediate response selection in some instances that may be too quick for use of UConnect system When calling a number with your UConnect system that normally requires you to enter in a touch tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad you can push the Voice Recognition button and say the sequence you wis...

Page 94: ...on command immediately For example if a prompt is playing 9Would you like to pair a phone clear a 9 you could press the Voice Recognition button and say 9Pair a Phone9 to select that option without having to listen to the rest of the voice prompt Turning Confirmation Prompts On Off Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices e g the UConnect system will not r...

Page 95: ...al the number using voice recognition NOTE Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the UConnect system to play it on the vehicle audio system so you will not hear it Under this situation after successfully dialing a number the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress Once your call is answered you will hear the audio Mute Un Mute Mute ...

Page 96: ...nnect paired cellular phone and the UConnect system then follow the instruction described in your cellular phone user s manual List Paired Cellular Phone Names Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Phone Pairing When prompted say 9List Phones 9 The UConnect system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to ...

Page 97: ...ess the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Setup Phone Pairing 9 At the next prompt say 9Delete9 and follow the prompts You can also press the Voice Recognition button anytime while the list is being played and then choose the phone you wish to delete Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System UConnect Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system f...

Page 98: ...ce only To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default settings enter the Voice Training session via the above procedure and follow the prompts Voice Recognition VR For best performance adjust the rear view mirror to provide at least 1 2 inch 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 ...

Page 99: ...n the UConnect phone book UConnect phone book nametag recognition rate is optimized for the person who stored the name in the phone book You can say 9O9 letter 9O9 for 909 zero 98009 must be spoken 9eight zero zero 9 Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported In a convertible vehicle system performance ...

Page 100: ...mised with the convertible top down Bluetooth Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the UConnect system When this happens the connec tion can generally be re established by switching the phone off on Your cell phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth 9on9 mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either ON or ACC position or after a language c...

Page 101: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 3 ...

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Page 103: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 3 ...

Page 104: ...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 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 105: ...ing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again Voice Commands Primary Alternate s redial 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 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 3 ...

Page 106: ...ust accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration SEATS Front Seat Adjustment The adjusting bar is at the front of the seats near the floor Pull the bar up to move the seat to the desired position Using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched Front Seat Adjustment 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF ...

Page 107: ...ck 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 Manual Seat Height Adjustment If Equipped The driver s seat height can be raised or lowered by using the ratcheting handle on the outboard side of the seat to adjust the driving pos...

Page 108: ...se support rotate the handle up or down Driver s Seat Back Recline To recline 1 Lean forward before lifting the handle then lean back to the desired position and release the handle 2 Lift the handle to return the seatback to an upright position Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seat 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 109: ...because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaus tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat T...

Page 110: ...uring the first four minutes of operation after heating is activated The heat output then drops to the normal high temperature level If high level heating is selected the system will automati cally switch to the low level after about 30 minutes of continuous operation At that time the number of illu minated LEDs changes from two to one indicating the change Operation on the low setting also turns ...

Page 111: ...r seat lift the recliner handle to full up position and push the seatback forward until it rests on the cushion in the fold flat position Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat Control Front Passenger Seat Folded Flat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 3 ...

Page 112: ...To provide additional storage area each rear seatback can be folded forward Pull the strap forward to move the seat forward and flat Folding Rear Seat Rear Seat Folded Flat 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 113: ...t 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 The Rear Seat UNDERSTANDING TH...

Page 114: ...raise the hood Lift the hood prop rod clipped to the left side right side facing hood of the engine compartment to secure the hood in the open position Place the hood prop at the location stamped into the inner hood surface To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Lower the hood until it is open approximately 20 Primary Hood Latch Secondary Hood Latch Location 114 UNDERSTANDING ...

Page 115: ...could have a collision Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving LIGHTS Map Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the rear view mirror Each light is turned ON by pressing the button Press the button a second time to turn the light OFF The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward past the second detent Map ...

Page 116: ...instrument panel light dimming interior lights the passing lights and fog lights The lever is located on the left side of the steering column Headlights Parking Lights Instrument Panel Lights Turn the end of the Multi Function Control Lever to the first detent for parking light operation Turn to the second detent for headlight operation To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights rotat...

Page 117: ...r when the driver s door is opened Fog Lights If Equipped The front fog light switch is on the Multi Function Control Lever To activate the front fog lights turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out the end of the control lever Dimmer Control Fog Light Control UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 3 ...

Page 118: ...oper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down without moving beyond the detent If either light remains on and does not flash or there is a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside light bulb If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulb is defective Tu...

Page 119: ...he lever is released NOTE If the Multi Function Control Lever is held in the flash to pass position for more than 15 seconds the high beams will shut off If this occurs wait 30 seconds for the next flash to pass operation Daytime Running Lights DRL If Equipped Functionality The high beam lights will come on as Daytime Running Lights DRL at DRL intensity lower whenever the ignition is on the engine...

Page 120: ...lever The lever is located on the right side of the steering column 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...

Page 121: ...own 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 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 3 ...

Page 122: ... increase the delay time The delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles to a cycle every second Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer If Equipped is shared It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservo...

Page 123: ...d Push the lever back up to lock the column firmly in place WARNING Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Without a stable steering col umn you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Adjust the column only while the ve hicle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving Tilt Steering Control UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 3 ...

Page 124: ...ter will illuminate To turn the system OFF push the ON OFF button a second time The CRUISE indicator will turn off The system should be turned OFF when not in use WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when...

Page 125: ...sly set speed push the RESUME ACCEL lever up and release Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph 32 km h To Vary The Speed Setting When the speed control is ON speed can be increased by pushing up and holding RESUME ACCEL Release the lever when the desired speed is reached and the new speed will be set Tapping RESUME ACCEL once will result in a 1 mph 1 6 km h speed increase Each time the leve...

Page 126: ...ry To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return to the set speed Using Speed Control On Hills NOTE The speed control system maintains speed up and down hills A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without speed control GARAG...

Page 127: ...nk com for safety information or assistance WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause seri ous injury or death Programming HomeLinkT Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLinkt buttons erase all channels before you begin training To do this press and hold the two out...

Page 128: ...take up to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases The garage door may open close while you train NOTE Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Programming section After training a HomeLinkt channel if the garage door does not operate with HomeLinkt and the garage door opener was manufactured after 1995 the garage ...

Page 129: ... button has been pressed 7 Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLinkt button twice holding the button for 2 sec onds each time If the device is plugged in and activates programming is complete If the device does not activate press the button a third time for 2 seconds to complete the training If you are have any problems or require assistance please call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or o...

Page 130: ...tep 3 with the following 3 Continue to press and hold the HomeLinkt button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter until HomeLinkt has successfully accepted the frequency signal The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained If you unplugged the device for training plug it back in at this time Then proceed with Step 4 under Programm...

Page 131: ... for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes Note that all channels will be erased Individual channels cannot be erased The HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Theft Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLinkt here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original transmitter Press the Learn Button on the ...

Page 132: ...essly approved by the party responsible for compli ance could void the user s authority to operate the device The term IC before the certification registration num ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifi cations were met ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ABS IF EQUIPPED This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions The system controls hydraulic ...

Page 133: ...D If your vehicle is equipped with the advanced electronic brake control system that includes Anti Lock Brake Sys tem ABS Traction Control System TCS Brake Assist System BAS and Electronic Stability Program ESP All four systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions and are com monly referred to as ESP Traction Control System TCS IF Equipped This syste...

Page 134: ...uous brak ing pressure during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The B...

Page 135: ...applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition Oversteer when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position Understeer when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position ESP TCS Indicator Light The ESP TCS Indicator Light located in the instrument cluster starts to flash as so...

Page 136: ... ESP system has 2 available operating modes ESP ON This is the normal operating mode for ESP Whenever the vehicle is started the ESP system will be in this mode This mode should be used for most driving situations ESP should only be turned to Partial ESP for specific reasons as noted below PARTIAL ESP This mode is entered by momentarily depressing the ESP OFF button When in Partial ESP mode the TC...

Page 137: ...e while the vehicle is in motion ESP BAS Warning Light and ESP TCS Indicator Light The malfunction indicator for the ESP is combined with the BAS indicator The yellow ESP BAS Warning Lamp and the yellow ESP TCS Indicator Light in the instrument cluster both come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position They should both go out with the engine running If the ESP BAS Warn ing Lamp com...

Page 138: ...ON even if it was turned off previously The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active This is normal the sounds will stop when ESP becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESP activation POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located in the reading lamp Power Sunroof Switch 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 139: ...ening Injury may result Opening Sunroof Manual To open the sunroof press and hold the switch rearward to full open Any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open condition until the switch is pushed and held rearward again Opening Sunroof Express mode By pressing the switch rearward and releasing the sun roof will fully open from any position and sto...

Page 140: ...struction in the path of the sunroof is detected the sunroof will automatically retract Next press the switch forward and release to Express Close Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction ice debris etc prevents closing press the switch forward and hold for two seconds after the reversal occurs This allows the sunroof to move towards the close position NOTE Pinch protection is disabled while ...

Page 141: ... sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel Ignition Off Operation The sunroof will also operate up to 45 seconds after the ignition has been turned off The sunroof operation will be canceled if either of the front doors are opened during the accessory delay time ...

Page 142: ... not insert any objects into the receptacles Do not touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure Power Outlet 12 Volts 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 143: ... starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge...

Page 144: ...horter drivers The armrest lid also includes a unique flip pocket for holding or stowing a phone or an MP3 player The bin inside the console can hold up to 10 CD jewel cases or other items securely out of sight A 115 volt outlet to power small electronics is on the console and is standard on all models except the SE model For more information on this outlet refer to the section Electrical Power Ou...

Page 145: ...ed 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 rechargeable lithium batteries when snapped back into place for convenience To operate the flashlight press the switch once for high twice for low and a third time to return to off Press...

Page 146: ...Removing Flashlight Three Press Switch 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 147: ...cause injury It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike 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 load floor is removable and can be washed with mild soap and water Rear Cargo Area UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURE...

Page 148: ...the vehicle center of gravity and ve hicle handling To avoid loss of control resulting in personal injury follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle 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 t...

Page 149: ... intended for load carrying purposes only not for passengers who should sit in seats and use seat belts Fold Down Speakers If Equipped When the liftgate is open the speakers can swing down of the trim panel to face rearward for tailgating and other activities Fold Down Speakers UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 3 ...

Page 150: ...N position will activate the wiper The rear wiper operates in an inter mittent mode only Rotating the center of the switch all the way forward will turn on the wash function The wash pump will continue to operate as long as the button is pressed Upon release the wipers will cycle two times before returning to the set position Rear Washer Wiper Control 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 151: ...ark Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer If Equipped is shared It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer sol vent not radiator antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual wate...

Page 152: ...bin that can store items out of sight Beneath this bin is the glove compartment The large glove compartment door swings down on damp ened hinges and features two levels of storage the upper bin functions as a Cooled Beverage Storage Bin for vehicles equipped with air conditioning for storing up to four 20 ounce 0 6 Liter bottles or cans When desired cool air enters the compartment to keep the cont...

Page 153: ...Glove compartment and Cooled Beverage Storage Positioning Slide Control UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 3 ...

Page 154: ...he lower bin holds the owner s manual and other important documents Another storage bin is lo cated on the outboard side of the steering wheel can hold small items like parking cards for easy access Slide Control Movement 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 155: ...ns 162 m Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped 172 Oil Change Required 174 EVIC Functions 175 Compass Temperature Audio 176 Average Fuel Economy 176 Distance To Empty DTE 176 Elapsed Time 177 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 177 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 177 m Setting The Compass Variance And Compass Calibration 180 Compass Variance 180 4 ...

Page 156: ...85 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 185 Operation Instructions CD Mode 189 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 191 Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped 192 Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped 192 m Sales Code RAK AM FM Cassette CD 6 Disc Radio With Optional Satellite Radio Hands Free Phone Video MP3 And WMA Capabilities 192 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 193 Ope...

Page 157: ...204 Load Eject Button CD Mode For MP3 And WMA Play 204 m Sales Code REC AM FM CD 6 Disc Radio With Navigation System 206 Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped 207 REC Setting The Clock 207 Audio Clock Display 209 m Satellite Radio If Equipped 210 System Activation 210 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 211 Selecting Satellite Mode In REF And RAQ Radios 211 S...

Page 158: ...3 Reception Quality 214 m Remote Sound System Controls If Equipped 214 Radio Operation 215 CD Player 215 m CD DVD Disc Maintenance 216 m Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 216 m Climate Controls 216 Climate Controls 216 Air Filtration System If Equipped 221 Operating Tips 222 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 159: ...INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 4 ...

Page 160: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASE 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 161: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 4 ...

Page 162: ...the H red mark the instrument cluster will sound a chime 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 red mark turn the engine off immediately and call for service There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition If your air conditioning is on turn...

Page 163: ...he charging system Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY See your authorized dealer 8 Airbag Light The light comes on and remains on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light does not come on during starting stays on or comes on while driving have the system checked by an authorized dealer 9 Theft Alarm Light If Equipped This light will flash rapidly for seve...

Page 164: ... 10 times After the chime turns off the engine will still be critically hot until the light goes out Refer to Temperature Gauge later in this section for steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition 13 Transmission Range Indicator This display indicator shows the automatic transmission gear selection 14 Tire Pressure Monitor Light If Equipped Each tire including the spare i...

Page 165: ...PMS low tire pressure telltale The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp will illumi nate in the instrument cluster and an audible chime will be activated when one or more tire pressures is low The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp will flash on and off for 60 seconds when a system fault is detected The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes or until the fault condition is removed and res...

Page 166: ...indicator system The Change Oil message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style Unless reset this message will continue to...

Page 167: ...d if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing If the Malfunction Indicator Light flashes when the engine is running serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs 17 Cr...

Page 168: ... when the ignition switch is first turned on and remain on briefly as a bulb check This is normal If the light does not come on during starting have the system checked by an authorized dealer 20 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator Light Traction Control System TCS Indicator Light If Equipped If this indicator light flashes during accelera tion apply as little throttle as possible While driv...

Page 169: ...come on for a bulb check when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as 3 seconds When lit solid There is an AWD system fault AWD performance will be at a reduced level Service the AWD system soon When blinking The AWD system is temporarily dis abled due to overload condition 25 Anti Lock Warning Light ABS If Equipped This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake Syste...

Page 170: ...id level and parking brake appli cation If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied there is a low brake fluid level or there is a problem with the anti lock brake system The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system Failure of either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake...

Page 171: ...t 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 dealer The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It d...

Page 172: ... 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 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC If Equipped The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display It is located in the lower left part of the cluster below the fuel and engine tem perature gauge The EVIC co...

Page 173: ...gnal On with a continuous warning chime Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime RKE Battery Low with a single chime Personal Settings Not Available Vehicle Not in Park automatic transmissions or vehicle is in motion manual transmiss...

Page 174: ...on your personal 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 fol lowing procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the...

Page 175: ... The 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 3 seconds of resetting the currently displayed function Reset ALL will be dis played during this 3 second window EVIC Button UNDER...

Page 176: ... distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy according to the current fuel tank level This is not 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...

Page 177: ...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 change using th...

Page 178: ...f the remote keyless entry 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 remote keyless entry Lock button is pressed This feature may be selected with or without the flash lights on lock unlock feature Press and hold the ...

Page 179: ... headlights on during the daytime causes the instrument panel lights to dim To increase the brightness refer to Lights in this section Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit When this feature is selected the power window switches radio hands free system power sunroof and power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off Opening a vehicle door wi...

Page 180: ...selection Setting The Compass Variance And Compass Calibration Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and Geographic North In some areas of the country the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings In order to ensure compass accuracy the com pass variance should be set to the zone number on the c...

Page 181: ...he EVIC button several times until Compass Variance is highlighted The Compass Variance message and the current variance 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 necessary with individual long for at least 1 second EVIC button presses for each increment until the desired variance is achieved...

Page 182: ...plays the Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features menu Once 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 Using a long button press more than one second pressing the EVIC button will place the Compass in calibration mode The Cal indicator will come on continuously i...

Page 183: ...to vary and FM or Frequency Modulation in which the frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission They mainly affect the wave amplitude and thus remain a part of the AM reception They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the FM signal AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amp...

Page 184: ...requency is being displayed time keep ing is accurately maintained On the AM FM CD 6 disc radio the time button alter nates the location of the time and frequency on the display On the AM FM CD single disc radio only one of the two time or frequency is displayed Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the time button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune Audio co...

Page 185: ...ontrol to turn the radio ON Press the ON VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played For your...

Page 186: ...l return Rotating the volume control turning the radio ON OFF or turning ON OFF the ignition will cancel the MUTE feature NOTE In Hands Free Phone if equipped mode the MUTE button mutes the microphone SCAN Button Radio Mode Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequencies pausing for 5 seconds at each listenabl...

Page 187: ...AM FM or Satel lite if equipped frequencies TUNE Control Radio Mode Turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increase or counter clockwise to decrease the frequency AM FM Button Radio Mode Press the button to select AM or FM Modes Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass ...

Page 188: ...d press and release that button If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button the station will continue to play but will not be stored into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET ...

Page 189: ...d the radio OFF the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player This radio does not play discs with MP3 tracks SEEK Button CD Mode Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next track on the CD Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current track or return to the beginning of the previous track if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current select...

Page 190: ... fast forward until FF is released The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner RND SET Button Random Play Button CD Mode 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 SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press and hold the FF button to ...

Page 191: ...witch is turned from the OFF LOCK posi tion to the ACC position the radio is turned on and the radio was previously in the AUX mode SEEK Button Auxiliary Mode No function MUTE Button Auxiliary Mode Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers 9MUTE9 will display Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return Rotating the volume control or turning OFF...

Page 192: ...quipped Refer to the HANDS FREE PHONE UConnect section of the Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner s Manual SALES CODE RAK AM FM CASSETTE CD 6 DISC RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO HANDS FREE PHONE VIDEO MP3 and WMA CAPABILITIES NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate RAK ...

Page 193: ...e Satellite or Vehicle Entertainment System VES if equipped SEEK Button Radio Mode Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped mode Press the right side of the button to seek up and the left side to seek down The radio will remained tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding the button and will bypass stations wit...

Page 194: ...tion FM mode only RW FF Radio Mode Pressing the rewind fast forward button causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in either AM FM or Satel lite if equipped frequencies TUNE Control Radio Mode Turn the right side rotary control to increase or decrease the frequency AM FM Button Radio Mode Press the button to select AM or FM Modes Setti...

Page 195: ...tary TUNE control again to exit setting tone balance and fade RND PTY Button Radio Mode Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Turning the tune knob within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broad cast PTY information Turn the tune k...

Page 196: ...d the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the PTY Program Type mode the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station NOTE If you have selected a PTY with the tune knob simply pressing the tune button in will go directly to a PTY seek But...

Page 197: ...EEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 6 selections Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection twice to move 2 selections etc Fast Forward FF Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape in the direction that it is playing The tape will advance until the button is pressed again or the end of the tape is reached At the end of the tape the tape ...

Page 198: ...ed to the tape player the pinch roller will automatically reengage and the tape will resume play Noise Reduction The Dolby Noise Reduction System is on whenever the tape player is on but may be switched off To turn off the Dolby Noise reduction System Press Preset 1 after you insert the tape The NR light in the display will go off when the Dolby System is off Dolby noise reduction is manufactured ...

Page 199: ...ack 1 SEEK Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection SCAN Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press the Scan button to scan through eac...

Page 200: ...adio the radio will play the next CD after a 2 minute timeout If the CD is removed and there are no other CD s in the radio the radio will remain in CD mode and display 9INSERT DISC for 2 minutes After 2 minutes the radio will go to the previous tuner mode The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF TIME Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press this button to change the display from a la...

Page 201: ...ond time to stop Random Play Buttons 1 6 CD MODE for CD Audio Play Selects disc positions 1 6 for Play Load Eject Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files however acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited When writing MP3 files pay attention to the following restric tions Supported Media Disc Types The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CD ROM CD R...

Page 202: ...sc open after writing9 are most likely multisession discs The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the mp3 exten sion as MP3 files Non MP3 files named with the mp3 extension may cause playback problems The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not pla...

Page 203: ...ed the radio checks all files on the medium If the medium contains a lot of folders or files the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files Loading times for playback of MP3 and WMA files may be affected by the following Media CD RW media may take longer to load than CD R media Medium formats Multisession discs may take longer to load than non multisession discs Number of files and f...

Page 204: ...ADING DISC9 when the disc is loading LOAD EJT Eject Press the LOAD EJT button and the push button with the corresponding number where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal Radio display will show 9EJECTING DISC9 when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds it...

Page 205: ... to move forward through the file or MP3 and WMA selection TUNE Control CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the TUNE Control allows the adjustment of Tone Balance and Fade AM FM Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Switches back to Radio mode RND PTY Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing this button plays files randomly SET DIR Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Press the SET DIR Button to display folders when playing a...

Page 206: ...l Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System VES If Equipped Refer to separate Video Entertainment System VES Guide SALES CODE REC AM FM CD 6 DISC RADIO WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM Satellite Navigation Radio with CD Player with MP3 Capability REC combines a Global Positioning System based navigation system with an integrated color screen to provide maps turn identification selection 206 UNDERSTA...

Page 207: ...ation User s Manual for detailed operating instructions REC Setting the Clock GPS Clock The GPS receiver used in this system is synchronized to the time data being transmitted by the GPS satellites The satellites clock is Greenwich Mean Time GMT This is the worldwide standard for time This makes the sys tem s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone and daylight savings information is se...

Page 208: ...s If you press CANCEL or NAV then your changes will not be saved User Defined Clock If you wish to set the clock to a time different than the system clock you can manually adjust the time by choosing the User Defined Clock option 1 At the Clock Setup screen highlight Displayed Clock User Defined Clock 2 To increase the clock by hours make sure HR is highlighted and press ENTER Press ENTER again to...

Page 209: ...lect Encoder to highlight the sign Press ENTER Press ENTER again to decrease the clock by another minute 6 Select DONE to exit from the clock setting mode Press ENTER to save your changes If you press CAN CEL or NAV then your changes will not be saved Audio Clock Display Select this option to change the size of the clock on the audio screens 1 When you are at an audio screen quickly press the TIME...

Page 210: ... offers over 100 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios System Activation To activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service call the toll free number 888 539 7474 or visit the Sirius web site at www sirius com Please have the following informa tion available when activating your system 1 The Electronic Serial Nu...

Page 211: ...ts are displayed The radio will exit the ESN SID mode when any other button is pushed the ignition is turned OFF or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed ESN SID Access With RAQ Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds All twelve ESN SID num bers will be displayed The radio will exit the ...

Page 212: ...f equipped to automatically change channels every 7 seconds The radio will pause on each channel for 7 seconds before moving on to the next channel The word 9SCAN9 will appear in the display between each channel change Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search NOTE Channels that may contain objectionable content can be blocked Contact Sirius Customer Care at 888 539 7474 to discuss op...

Page 213: ...set memory button during a music type scan will call up the memory channel and stop the search PTY Button SEEK When the desired program is obtained press the 9SEEK9 button within five seconds The channel will change to the next channel that matches the program type selected Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location Metal object...

Page 214: ...reception in the form of short audio mutes Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR I...

Page 215: ...n and pressing the bottom of the switch will SEEK down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next pre set station that you have programmed in the radio pre set push buttons CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the curre...

Page 216: ... high RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the cellular phone being ON in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of the antenna it is recomme...

Page 217: ...r in the upper atmosphere The controls are as follows Fan Control Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select The fan speed increases as you move the control to the right from the OFF position Climate Control Location UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 4 ...

Page 218: ...the panel and floor outlets NOTE There is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort The warmer air goes to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets and side window demist outlets with a small amount through the defrost outlet Mix Air is directed through the floor de...

Page 219: ... air flow NOTE For maximum airflow to the rear seat passen gers the center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that the left center outlet is directed toward the right rear passenger and the right center outlet is directed toward the left rear passenger Temperature Control Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air in side the passenger compart ment The blue area of the scale ind...

Page 220: ...button to engage the Air Conditioning A lamp will illuminate when the Air Con ditioning System is engaged NOTE The air conditioning compressor will not engage until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds MAX A C For maximum cooling use the A C and recirculate buttons at the same time 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 221: ...re build up inside the vehicle For maximum defogging select the Outside Air position NOTE Recirculation Mode will not operate in floor mix or defrost modes Air Filtration System If Equipped An air filter is included in the optional Security Group Filter media includes a particle filtration layer and a charcoal layer The filter will reduce but not eliminate diesel and agricultural smells The filter...

Page 222: ...Operating Tips 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 223: ...oisture build up inside the vehicle For maximum defogging press the recirculation button until recirculate is off Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against overheating A 50 concentration is recommended Outside Air Intake When operating...

Page 224: ...the instrument panel These nonadjustable outlets direct air toward the side windows when the system is in either the FLOOR MIX or DEFROST mode The air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the outside mirrors 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 225: ...ow 220 F Or 229 C 230 If Engine Fails To Start 230 After Starting 231 m Automatic Transaxle If Equipped 231 Brake Transmission Interlock System 233 Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System 233 Gear Ranges For Continuously Variable Automatic Transaxle CVT 233 m AutoStick If Equipped 235 AutoStick Operation 236 AutoStick General Information 237 5 ...

Page 226: ... m Driving On Slippery Surfaces 247 Acceleration 247 Traction 247 m Driving Through Water 248 Flowing Rising Water 248 Shallow Standing Water 248 m Tire Safety Information 250 Tire Markings 250 Tire Identification Number TIN 253 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 254 m Tires General Information 258 Tire Pressure 258 Tire Inflation Pressures 259 Radial Ply Tires 261 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 262 2...

Page 227: ...ium System If Equipped 272 General Information 275 m Tire Chains 276 m Snow Tires 276 m Tire Rotation Recommendations 276 m Fuel Requirements 277 Gasoline Engines 277 Reformulated Gasoline 278 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 278 MMT In Gasoline 279 Materials Added To Fuel 279 Fuel System Cautions 279 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 280 m Adding Fuel 281 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 281 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message...

Page 228: ...ch 286 Trailer Hitch Classification 287 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 288 Trailer And Tongue Weight 289 Towing Requirements 290 Towing Tips 295 m Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 296 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground 296 228 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 229: ...lector in N Neutral NOTE The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor NOTE If key won t turn and steering wheel is locked rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the key Automatic Transaxle The gear selector must be in the P Park or N Neutral position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes before shiftin...

Page 230: ...done improp erly so follow the procedure carefully See section 6 of this manual for jump starting instructions Extremely Cold Weather below 220 F or 229 C To insure reliable starting at these temperatures use of an externally powered electric engine block heater available from your dealer is recommended If Engine Fails to Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the NORMAL STARTI...

Page 231: ...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 up AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE IF EQUIPPED NOTE The Continuously Variable Automatic Transaxle CVT changes ratios in a continuous manner This may Automatic Shift Lever STARTING AND OPERATING 231 5 ...

Page 232: ...r when the engine is above idle speed Before shifting into any gear make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal NOTE You MUST press and hold the brake pedal down while shifting out of Park WARNING It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or ...

Page 233: ...em prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the ACC or ON positions and the brake pedal is depressed NOTE If a malfunction occurs the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you...

Page 234: ...ng indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission shift lever into the P Park position When shifting into P Park firmly move the lever all the way forward until it stops Look at the shift indicator window on the shifter bezel to ensure it is in the P Park position You must depress the brake pedal to move the shift lever out of the P Park position CAUTION Before moving t...

Page 235: ...river interactive transmission that offers six manual ratio changes to provide you with more control Autostick allows you to maximize engine brak ing eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts and improve overall vehicle performance This system can also provide you with more control during passing city driving cold slippery conditions mountain driving trailer towing and many other situations Au...

Page 236: ... be selected In like manner moving the lever to will activate Autostick and shift to the next lower manual ratio After Autostick is activated the manual ratio selected is displayed in the transmission ratio display and tipping the lever to the or direction will cause an upshift or downshift by one ratio Autostick is deactivated By holding the lever to momentarily When the shift lever is shifted ou...

Page 237: ...cts powertrain overheating the transmission will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off If the system detects a problem it will disable the Autostick mode and the transmission will return to the automatic mode until the problem is corrected MANUAL TRANSAXLE IF EQUIPPED WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with...

Page 238: ...light accelerations 5th gear is recommended Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged This will cause abnormal wear on the clutch Never shift into R 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 ef...

Page 239: ...18 29 25 40 32 52 Downshifting Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and prolong engine life CAUTION If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high a vehicle speed you could damage the engine transmission or clutch To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life shift down to 2nd or 1st gear when descending a steep grade When turning a corner or driving up a ste...

Page 240: ...to the rear in a preemptive effort to improve vehicle launch and performance characteristics PARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the ignition on the Brake Light in the instrument cluster will come on NOTE This light only shows that the parking brake is on It does not show the degree of brake application If the parking brake is applied while the vehicle is moving a chime will sound...

Page 241: ... hill it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in Park otherwise the load on the automatic transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of Park As an added precaution turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill grade You should always apply the parking brake before leav ing the vehicle P...

Page 242: ...equipped with power assisted brakes as standard equipment In the event power assist is lost for any reason for example repeated brake applications with the engine off the brakes will still function How ever the effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system oper ating WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident Dr...

Page 243: ...g performance or vehicle stability during braking may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle or will make your vehicle harder to control You could have an accident Have the vehicle checked immediately Anti Lock Brake System ABS If Equipped The Anti Lock Brake System provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions The system automatically pumps th...

Page 244: ... light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS ...

Page 245: ...i lock The ABS motor running it may continue to run for a short time after the stop the clicking sound of solenoid valves brake pedal pulsations and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop These are all normal characteristics of ABS WARNING The Anti Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperl...

Page 246: ...ds and during parking maneuvers NOTE Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are considered normal and do not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steering pump may make noise for a short amount of time This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal a...

Page 247: ...ing wheels WARNING Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front wheels You could lose control of the vehicle and possibly have an accident Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction ice snow wet mud loose sand etc Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads it is possible for a wedge of water to build...

Page 248: ...r vehicle Flowing Rising Water WARNING Do not drive on or cross a road or a path where water is flowing and or rising as in storm run off Flow ing water can wear away the road or path s surface and cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water Furthermore flowing and or rising water can carry your vehicle away swiftly Failure to follow this warning may result in injuries that are serious or fatal t...

Page 249: ... appears con taminated as this may result in further damage Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty Getting water inside your vehicle s engine can cause it to lockup and stall out and cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s traction capabilities Do...

Page 250: ... 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have t...

Page 251: ...ire 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 9R9 means Radial Construction 9D9 means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in STARTING AND OPERATING 251 5 ...

Page 252: ...nditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL Extra Load or Reinforced Tire Light Load Light Load Tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum Load indicates the maximum loa...

Page 253: ...l certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location 2 digits L9 Code representing the tire size 2 digits ABCD Code used by tire manufacturer 1 to 4 digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Numb...

Page 254: ... Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 the total weight your vehicle can carry 3 the tire size designed for your vehicle 4 the cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information 254 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 255: ...the Vehicle Loading section of this manual To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps for Determi...

Page 256: ...p 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capaci ties of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of...

Page 257: ...STARTING AND OPERATING 257 5 ...

Page 258: ...s and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems You could lose control of your vehicle Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fai...

Page 259: ...ure is listed either on the face of the driver s door or on the driver s side B pillar Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition These pressure con ditions will be found in the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information section of this manual The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting f...

Page 260: ... 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 temperatur...

Page 261: ...ehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause an accident Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four or 6 in case of trucks with dual rear wheels Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and ...

Page 262: ...ly to your spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional 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 ta...

Page 263: ...the original tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck Refer to Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in Section 6 of this manual for ad...

Page 264: ...ad grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 inch 2 mm When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the tire should be replaced Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven 264 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 265: ...or wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed refer to the paragraph on Tread Wear Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard for the size designation of your tire The service description and load identification will be found on the o...

Page 266: ...acity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result...

Page 267: ...The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall Refer to the Tires General Information in this section 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 there should be no adjustment for this increased pressure The TPM System will warn the driv...

Page 268: ...30 psi 207 kPa If the ambient tempera ture 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 is sufficiently low enough to turn ON the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale light Driving the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately 27 psi 186 kPa but the Tir...

Page 269: ...e 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 inflat...

Page 270: ...maintain the proper pressure The TPMS consists of the following components Receiver Module 4 Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp 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 ...

Page 271: ... Using tire chains on the vehicle 5 Using wheels tires not equipped with TPM sensors NOTE Your 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 bel...

Page 272: ...larly 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 Module 4 Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors 3 Trigger Modules mounted in three of the four wheel wells Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Yellow Tire P...

Page 273: ...ire Pressure Monitoring Lamp will extin guish once the updated tire pressure s have been re ceived The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph 25 kph to receive this informa tion Check TPM System Message The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault is detected The system fault will also sound a chime...

Page 274: ...nt and a pressure value will be displayed instead of dashes A system fault can occur by any of the following scenarios 1 Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same Radio Frequencies as the TPM sensors 2 Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals 3 Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings 4 Using tire chai...

Page 275: ...ain on solid 5 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire the TPMS will update automatically and the TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF as long as no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph 25 km h in order fo...

Page 276: ...cle Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph 120 km h TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop i...

Page 277: ...ns and provide excellent fuel economy when using high quality regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 The use of premium gasoline is not recommended The use of premium gaso line will provide no benefit over high quality regular gasolines and in some circumstances may result in poorer performance Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued he...

Page 278: ...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 DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol or E85 Ethanol ...

Page 279: ...t is even more important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformu lated gasolines Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed unde...

Page 280: ...ives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas whi...

Page 281: ...s fully open Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex haust gases from entering the vehicle ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door on the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle Fuel Filler Door STARTING AND OP...

Page 282: ...als lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled Never add fuel when the engine is running This will cause the malfunction indicator light to turn on NOTE Tighten the gas cap about 1 4 turn until you hear one click This is an indication that cap is properly tightened If the gas cap is not tighten properly the Malfunction Indicator Light will come on Be sure the gas cap...

Page 283: ...s manual Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer trip odometer reset button to turn the message off If the problem continues the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started Refer to Onboard Diagnostic System OBDII in Section 7 of this manual for more information CAUTION Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys tem could result from using an improper fuel t...

Page 284: ...ning ve hicles used for trailer towing Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Trailer Wei...

Page 285: ...R A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Tongue Weight TW The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer In most cases it should not be less than 10 or more than 15 of the trailer load You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of ...

Page 286: ...reby enhancing towing safety The addition of a friction hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability Trailer sway control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights TW and may be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration loading to comply with G...

Page 287: ...dition Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Max GTW towable for your given drivetrain Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max GTW Gross Trailer Wt Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4540 kg All trailer hitches should be professionally instal...

Page 288: ...1000 lbs 450 kg 150 lbs 50 kg 1 8L Manual 22 Sq Ft 2 04 Sq m 1000 lbs 450 kg 150 lbs 50 kg 2 4L Auto Man with Trailer Tow Prep Pack age AHC 32 Sq Ft 3 0 Sq m 2000 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 th...

Page 289: ...itch of your vehicle Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control 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 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 5 ...

Page 290: ...le Refer to the Tire and Loading Information plac ard in the Tire Safety Information Section of this manual for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle driv etrain components the following guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles 805 km of vehicle operation Doing...

Page 291: ...gine transmission steering suspension chas sis structure or tires 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 trailers should not be parked on a grade When parking apply the parking brake on the tow v...

Page 292: ... trailer Refer to the Tires General Information section of this manual on Tread Wear Indicators for the proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to the Tires General Infor mation section of this manual on Replacement Tires for proper tire replacement procedures Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limits Towing Requirement...

Page 293: ...ct trailer brakes to your vehicle s hy draulic brake lines It can overload your brake sys tem and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis tance When towing you should allow for additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you Failure to do so could result in an accident Towing R...

Page 294: ... trailer harness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations 4 Pin Connector 294 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 295: ...FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage Towing Tips Electronic Speed Control If Equipped Don t 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 until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency 7 Pin Connector STARTING AND OPERATIN...

Page 296: ... MOTORHOME ETC Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground CAUTION DO NOT FLAT TOW any continuously variable AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CVT equipped ve hicles or any ALL WHEEL DRIVE AWD equipped vehicles Damage to the drivetrain will result If these vehicles require towing make sure all four wheels are off the ground NOTE ONLY Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles e...

Page 297: ...axle Overheating 300 m Jacking And Tire Changing 300 Jack Location 301 Spare Tire Stowage 301 Preparations For Jacking 301 Jacking Instructions 302 m Jump Starting Procedures Due To A Low Battery 305 m Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 307 m Towing A Disabled Vehicle 308 With Ignition Key 308 Without The Ignition Key 309 6 ...

Page 298: ...sher system will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the flasher may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion On the highways Slow down In city traffic While stopped put transaxle in neutral but do not increase engine i...

Page 299: ...ntrol to maximum heat the Mode control to floor and the fan control to High This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system CAUTION Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at idle when safe Turn the air conditioner off and wait ...

Page 300: ...ntil the automatic transaxle 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 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING Being under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack Nev...

Page 301: ...ns For Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface avoid ice or slippery areas set the parking brake and place the gear selector in PARK automatic transaxle or REVERSE manual transaxle Turn OFF the ignition WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing...

Page 302: ...Jacking Instructions 1 Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the lug 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 th...

Page 303: ...vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged 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 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right using the swivel wrench Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clea...

Page 304: ...ightened twice 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 dealer or at a 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 A loose...

Page 305: ...rt anytime the ignition switch is on You can be hurt by the fan 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 and may be damaged Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a discharged battery booster ...

Page 306: ...or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact 2 When boosting from a battery in another vehicle park that vehicle within booster cable reach but without letting the vehicles touch Set parking brake place auto matic transaxle in PARK manual transaxle in NEU TRAL and turn ignition to OFF for both vehicles 3 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electrical loads 4 Remove the ...

Page 307: ...ure you have a good contact 7 If the vehicle is equipped with Sentry Key Immobi lizer turn the ignition switch to the ON position for 3 seconds before moving the ignition switch to the START position 8 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery 9 When removing the jumper cables reve...

Page 308: ...seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck And don t let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed CAUTION Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transaxle overheating and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph 48 km h Do not spin the wheels continu ously for more than 30 seconds TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignit...

Page 309: ...rtain the transaxle remains in NEUTRAL Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam age to the vehicle Battery power is required to release the brake transmission interlock system There is a removable...

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Page 311: ...issions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 316 m Replacement Parts 318 m Dealer Service 318 m Maintenance Procedures 319 Engine Oil 319 Drive Belt Check Condition 322 Spark Plugs 322 Catalytic Converter 323 Crankcase Emission Control System 325 Fuel Filter 325 Air Cleaner Element Filter 325 Maintenance Free Battery 326 Air Conditioner Maintenance 327 7 ...

Page 312: ... 337 Automatic Transaxle CVT 341 Manual Transaxle 341 Rear Drive Assembly RDA AWD 4WD Models Only 342 Power Transfer Unit PTU AWD 4WD Models Only 343 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 343 m Fuses Integrated Power Module IPM 349 m Vehicle Storage 352 m Replacement Bulbs 352 m Bulb Replacement 352 Headlights Front Parking Front Turn Signal 352 Fog Lights 353 Tail Lights Rear Turn Signals...

Page 313: ... License Lights 356 Center High Mounted Stoplight 357 m Fluids And Capacities 358 m Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 359 Engine 359 Chassis 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 7 ...

Page 314: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT GASOLINE ENGINES 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 315: ...dicator Light It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indica tor Light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy a...

Page 316: ...IL Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle s emissions control system Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration For states which have an I M Inspection and Maintenance requirement this check verifies the following the MIL Malfunction Indicator Ligh...

Page 317: ... start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I M station b The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD system is ready and you can proceed to the I M station If your OBD system is not ready you should see your authorized dealer...

Page 318: ...ualified service personnel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING You can be bad...

Page 319: ... vehicle performance These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Do not check oil...

Page 320: ... of the indicator range CAUTION Do not overfill the engine Overfilling the engine as indicated by the range markings as described above on the engine oil dipstick will cause oil aeration which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil temperature This could damage your engine Change Engine Oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for recommended engine oil change intervals ...

Page 321: ...oil vis cosity grade for your engine Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used 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 Th...

Page 322: ...gh quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service Mopar Engine Oil Filters are high quality oil filters and are recommended Drive Belt Check Condition Check the drive belt condition Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 of this manual Inspect the drive belt for evidence of cuts cracks or glazing and replace belt if any sign of damage which could result in belt failure The...

Page 323: ...o 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 vehicle with a severe malfunction could...

Page 324: ...ng odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool 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 s...

Page 325: ...be driven Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank frequent filter replacement may be necessary The fuel filters are located inside the fuel tank See your dealer for service Air Cleaner Element Filter Replace the filter at the intervals shown in the Mainte nance Schedule Refer to Section 8 of this manual WARNING The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case ...

Page 326: ...ion and can burn or even blind you Don t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area immediately with large amounts of water Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery Don t use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater t...

Page 327: ... tightening If a fast charger is used while the battery is in the vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger to battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage as battery dam age can result Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer at the start of each warm se...

Page 328: ...erant Recovery and Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar bon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro tection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment NOTE Use only manufacturer approved A C System Sealers Stop L...

Page 329: ...s must be replaced Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks doors liftgate and hood hinges should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet easy operation and to protect against rust and wear Prior to the appli cation of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be remo...

Page 330: ...ntact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the glass 2 Push the release tab and slide the wiper blade assem bly down along the arm Gently place the wiper arm on the windshield 3 Install the new blade assembly onto the wiper arm tip until it locks in place Windshield Washer Reservoir The washer fluid reservoir is l...

Page 331: ...ess and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO refer to Exhaust Gas in the Safety Tips section of this manual Cooling System WARNING When working near the radiator cooling fan dis connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the OFF position The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in...

Page 332: ...ng tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks Cooling System Drain Flush and Refill At the intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedule the system should be drained flushed and refilled Refer to Section 8 of this manual If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment clean and flush with a reliable cooling system ...

Page 333: ...is not recommended Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals This coolant can be used up to 5 Years or 100 000 miles before replacement To prevent reducing this extended mainte nance period it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid...

Page 334: ...to insure that coolant will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery bottle The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre caution Never add coolant when the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated...

Page 335: ...tle should be between the ADD and FULL lines shown on the bottle The radiator normally remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for coolant freeze point or replacing coolant Advise your service attendant of this As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month When additional coolant is ne...

Page 336: ...stilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean also Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation If replacement...

Page 337: ... degradation that could cause failure Fuel System Connections Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are designed with tubes and special connects connections and clamps which have unique material characteristics to provide adequate sealing and resist attack by deterio rated gasoline You are urged to use only the manufactures specified tubes connections and clamps or their equivalent ...

Page 338: ...attention should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed NOTE Often fluids such as oil power steering fluid and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera tions to ease the assembl...

Page 339: ...ked when pads are replaced However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a Manual Transaxle the Brake Fluid Reservoir supplies fluid to both the Brake System and the Clutch Release System The two systems are separated in the reservoir and a leak in one system will not affect the other system The Manual Transaxle Clutch Release Sys...

Page 340: ...roper brake fluids may damage the clutch system resulting in loss of clutch function and the ability to shift the transaxle WARNING Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter Do not allow petroleum based flui...

Page 341: ...esult in a complete transmission failure Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the automatic transaxle should be checked only by a trained technician Fluid and Filter Changes Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 of this manual for the correct change interval Special Additives Do not add any materials other than leak detec...

Page 342: ... water If contaminated with water the fluid should be changed immediately Rear Drive Assembly RDA AWD 4WD Models Only Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturers recommended fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Fluid Level Check Visually inspected the unit at each oil change for leakage If leakage is detected Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug T...

Page 343: ...the correct change interval 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 seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle Outside parking which exp...

Page 344: ...Mopar Car Wash or a mild car 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 Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover to remove Use Mopar Cleaner Wax to remove road film stains and to protect your paint finish Take care never to scratch the paint Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish...

Page 345: ... 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 touch up paint on scratches as soon as possible Your dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Wheel and Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chr...

Page 346: ... Care Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp c...

Page 347: ...e material to clean the lenses Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household type glass cleaner Never use an abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna Do not use scrapers or other sharp instrume...

Page 348: ...hing the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft tissue Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners This will weaken the fabric Sun damage can also weaken the fabric If the belts need clea...

Page 349: ... Power Module IPM 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 5 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 6 10 Amp Red IOD Sw Pwr Mir Ocm Steering Cntrl Sdar Hands Free Phone 7 30 Amp Green IOD Sense1 8 30 Amp Green IOD Sense2 9 40 Amp Green Power Seats...

Page 350: ...Yellow PWR Amp 1 Amp 2 Feed 20 15 Amp Lt Blue IOD Feed Radio 21 10 Amp Red IOD Feed Intrus Mod Siren Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 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 26 15 Amp Lt Blue ENG ASD Relay Feed 2 27 10 Amp Red IGN RUN Only ORC Feed 28 10 Amp Red IGN RUN ORC OCM F...

Page 351: ...egrated Power Module cover it is important to ensure the cover is prop erly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power Module and possibly result in an electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dan...

Page 352: ... 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 Outside Bulb No Low Beam High Beam Headlight H13 Front Park Turn Signal Side Marker Light 3157AK or 3157A Front Fog Light 9145 Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL LED Assembly Rear Tail Stop 3157 Rear Turn Signal 3757AK or 3757A ...

Page 353: ...te bulb and connector 1 4 turn counterclockwise 3 Pull bulb off of connector Tail Lights Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lights Replacement 1 Remove the two push pins from the tail light housing Fog Light and Connector Removing Push Pins MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 7 ...

Page 354: ...2 Grasp the taillamp and pull firmly to disengage the lamp from the aperture panel Push Pins Removed Pulling Lamp From Body 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 355: ...3 Twist and remove socket from lamp 4 Remove bulb from socket and replace Removing Socket and Bulb Removing Bulb From Socket MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 7 ...

Page 356: ... screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate 2 Rotate the socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise Prying Lamp from Liftgate Removing Socket from Lamp 356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 357: ...3 Pull bulb from socket Center High Mounted Stoplight Light is an LED assembly See your authorized dealer for replacement Removing Bulb From Socket MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 7 ...

Page 358: ...h Filter All Gasoline Engines Use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil 4 5 Quarts 4 26 Liters Cooling System Mopart Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Miles Formula or equivalent 7 2 Quarts 6 8 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 359: ...a HOAT Hybrid Or ganic Additive Technology or equivalent Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Engine Oil Filter Mopart 04884900AB or equivalent Spark Plugs ZFR5F 11 Gap 0 043 Fuel Selection 87 Octane R M 2 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 7 ...

Page 360: ...ynthetic product Power Transfer Unit PTU Mopart Gear Axle Lubricant SAE 80W 90 API GL 5 or equivalent non synthetic product Brake Master Cylinder Mopart DOT 3 SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids or equivalent Power Steering Reservoir Mopart Power Steering Fluid 4 or MopartATF 4 Automatic Transmis sion F...

Page 361: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance 362 m Maintenance Schedule 362 Required Maintenance Intervals 365 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 362: ...ividual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE 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 EV...

Page 363: ...il change If this sched uled oil change is performed by someone other than your dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Oil Change Required in Use Factory Settings of the EVIC section in this manual or under Odometer Trip Odometer in the Instrument Cluster Descriptions section of this manual At Each Stop for Fuel Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a ...

Page 364: ...r power steering and transmission and add as needed Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the brake hoses and lines Check the Manual Transmission fluid level CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle 364 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L ...

Page 365: ...ce if necessary 12 000 20 000 12 Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary 12 000 20 000 12 Replace the air conditioning filter 12 000 20 000 12 Inspect the CV Joints Perform the first inspection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months 24 000 40 000 24 Inspect Exhaust System Perform the first inspection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months 24 000 40 000 24 Inspect the front suspension tie ro...

Page 366: ...then 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C 48 000 80 000 48 Change Rear Drive Assembly RDA fluid 60 000 100 000 60 Change Power Transfer Unit PTU fluid 60 000 100 000 60 Change the automatic transmission fluid filter if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing 60 000 100 000 60 Inspect and replace PCV valve...

Page 367: ...000 200 000 120 Replace Accessory Drive Belt s 120 000 200 000 120 WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 367 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

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Page 369: ...are A List 370 Be Reasonable With Requests 370 m If You Need Assistance 370 m Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 373 m Mopart Parts 373 m Reporting Safety Defects 374 In Canada 374 m Publication Order Forms 375 m Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 376 Treadwear 376 Traction Grades 376 Temperature Grades 377 9 ...

Page 370: ... list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap pointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vita...

Page 371: ...ustomer Center Any communication to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Dealership name Vehicle identification number Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Cu...

Page 372: ...ithin three weeks of your vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about your service contract call the manufacturer s Service Contract Na tional Customer Hotline at 1 800 521 9922 The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s Service Contract If you pur...

Page 373: ...ent wear contain or emit chemicals 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 for the terms and provisions of DaimlerChrysler s warranties applicable to this vehicle MOPART PARTS Mopart fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from your dealer They will help y...

Page 374: ...oblems between you your dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercar gov or write to Administra tor NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov In Canada If you believe that your vehicle...

Page 375: ...ts is written in straightforward language with illustrations dia grams and charts Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Filled with diagrams charts and detailed illustrations these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled vehicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubl...

Page 376: ...ese Grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con ditions on a specified government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may ...

Page 377: ...laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead 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 ...

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Page 380: ...ag Light 56 69 163 Airbag Maintenance 55 Airbag Side 52 Airbag Window Side Curtain 47 Alarm System Security Alarm 30 163 Alignment and Balance 266 All Wheel Drive AWD 240 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 213 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 332 358 359 Capacities 358 Disposal 335 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 132 243 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Alarm 30 Appearance Care 343 Aut...

Page 381: ...oses 338 Master Cylinder 339 Parking 240 Warning Light 170 Brakes 242 337 Brake Transmission Interlock 233 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 67 Bulb Replacement 352 Bulbs Light 352 Calibration Compass 182 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 358 Capacities Fluid 358 Caps Filler Fuel 281 Oil Engine 314 321 Car Washes 344 Carbon Monoxide Warning 280 Cargo Area Cover 147 Cargo Area Features 145 Ca...

Page 382: ...Child Restraint 58 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 63 Child Restraint with Automatic Belts 62 Child Safety Locks 22 Child Seat 65 Clean Air Gasoline 278 Cleaning Wheels 345 Climate Control 216 Clock 184 187 194 207 Clutch 339 Clutch Fluid 339 Coin Holder 144 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 216 Compact Spare Tire 262 Compass 182 Compass Calibration 182 Compass Variance 180 Console 144 Contract Service 3...

Page 383: ...froster Windshield 69 218 219 Delay Intermittent Wipers 122 Diagnostic System Onboard 315 Dimmer Switch Headlight 119 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 335 Engine Oil 322 Door Locks 18 Door Locks Automatic 20 Door Opener Garage 126 Downshifting 239 Drive Belts 322 Driver s Seat Back Tilt 108 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 247 Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 248 Electric Remote Mirr...

Page 384: ...Oil Level 319 Cooling 331 Exhaust Gas Caution 280 Fuel Requirements 277 Jump Starting 305 Oil 319 358 359 Oil Change Interval 320 Oil Filler Cap 314 321 Oil Filter 359 Oil Selection 320 Oil Synthetic 321 Operation 67 Overheating 298 Temperature Gauge 162 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 55 Event Data Recorder 56 Exhaust Gas Caution 32 68 280 330 331 Exhaust System 330 Fabric Care 346 Filler Loca...

Page 385: ...ng Rear Seat Sedan 112 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 307 Fuel 277 359 Adding 281 Additives 279 Capacity 358 Clean Air 278 Filler Cap Gas Cap 162 281 Filler Door Gas Cap 162 Filter 325 Gasoline 277 Gauge 162 Hoses 337 Light 163 Octane Rating 277 Requirements 277 System Hoses 337 Tank Capacity 358 Fuel System Caution 283 Fueling 281 Fuses 349 Garage Door Opener HomeLinkt 126 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 281 28...

Page 386: ... Hands Free Phone UConnect 79 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 248 Hazard Warning Flasher 298 Head Restraints 109 Headlights 352 Cleaning 347 High Beam 119 170 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 119 Passing 119 Replacing 352 Switch 116 Heated Seats 109 Hitches Trailer Towing 286 287 HomeLinkt Garage Door Opener Transmitter 126 Hood Release 114 Hoses 336 Ignition 12 Key...

Page 387: ...2 Introduction 4 Jack Location 301 Jack Operation 300 302 Jacking Instructions 302 Jump Starting 305 Key Programming 16 Key Replacement 15 Key Sentry Immobilizer 14 Key In Reminder 14 Keyless Entry System Sedan 24 Keys 12 Lane Change and Turn Signals 168 353 Lap Shoulder Belts 35 Latches Hood 114 Lead Free Gasoline 277 Life of Tires 264 Liftgate Sedan 31 Liftgate Window Wiper Washer 150 Light Bulb...

Page 388: ... Low Fuel 163 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 167 Map Reading 115 Oil Pressure 164 Seat Belt Reminder 163 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 30 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 163 Traction Control 135 Turn Signal 116 118 168 353 Voltage 163 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 162 Loading Vehicle 283 Tires 254 Locks Child Protection 22 Door 18 Power Door 20 Steering Wheel 18 Lubrication Body 329 Luggage R...

Page 389: ...rs 76 Electric Powered 77 Outside 77 Rearview 76 Vanity 79 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 267 Mopar Parts 318 373 Multi Function Control Lever 116 Navigation Radio 206 Navigation System 206 New Vehicle Break In Period 67 Occupant Restraints Sedan 34 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 277 Odometer 166 Trip 166 167 Oil Change Indicator 166 Oil Engine 319 358 Capacity 358 C...

Page 390: ...Brake 240 Passing Light 119 Personal Settings 177 Pets 67 Phone Cellular 79 Phone Hands Free UConnect 79 Placard Tire and Loading Information 254 Power Distribution Center Fuses 349 Door Locks 20 Mirrors 77 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 141 Steering 246 328 Steering Checking 328 Sunroof 138 Transfer Unit 343 Windows 33 Power Steering Fluid 360 Power Transfer Unit 343 Pregnant Women and Seat B...

Page 391: ...150 Rear Wiper Washer 150 Recorder Event Data 56 Recreational Towing 296 Refrigerant 328 Reminder Seat Belt 45 Remote Control Door Locks 24 Security Alarm 30 Remote Keyless Entry Sedan 24 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 214 Replacement Bulbs 352 Replacement Keys 15 Replacement Parts 318 Replacement Tires 265 Reporting Safety Defects 374 Resetting Oil Change Indicator 166 Restraints Child 58 65 ...

Page 392: ...Pregnant Women 46 Child Restraint 58 Front Seat 35 Pretensioners 44 Rear Seat 35 Reminder 163 Seat Belts Sedan 34 Seats 106 Adjustment 106 Cleaning 346 Head Restraints 109 Heated 109 Lumbar Support 108 Rear Folding 112 Rear Folding Sedan 112 Seatback Release 108 Tilting 108 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 30 Selection of Oil 320 Sentry Key Immobilizer 14 30 Sentry Key Programming 16 Sentry Key Replacem...

Page 393: ... 124 167 Speedometer 162 Speedometer and Odometer 160 Starting 229 Automatic Transmission 229 Engine Fails to Start 230 Manual Transmission 229 Starting Procedures 229 Steering Power 246 328 Tilt Column 123 Wheel Lock 18 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 214 Storage 352 Stuck Freeing 307 Sun Roof 138 Sun Visor Extension 79 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 46 Synthetic Engine Oil 321...

Page 394: ...fe of Tires 264 Air Pressure 258 Alignment 266 Chains 276 Changing 300 Compact Spare 262 Flat Changing 304 General Information 258 High Speed 260 Inflation Pressures 259 Jacking 300 Life of Tires 264 Load Capacity 254 255 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 267 Quality Grading 376 Radial 261 Replacement 265 Rotation 276 Safety 250 258 Sizes 251 Snow Tires 276 Spare Tire 301 Spinning 263 Tread Wear Indica...

Page 395: ...erdrive 235 Selection of Lubricant 341 Transmission Range Indicator 164 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 29 Transmitter Garage Door Opener HomeLinkt 126 Transmitter Programming Remote Keyless Entry 27 Transporting Pets 67 Tread Wear Indicators 264 Trip Odometer 166 Trip Odometer Reset Button 167 Turn Signals 118 168 353 UConnect Hands Free Phone 79 Understanding Your Instrument Pan...

Page 396: ...nings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 373 Washer Adding Fluid 122 151 Washers Windshield 120 Washing Vehicle 344 Water Driving Through 248 Wheel Alignment and Balance 266 Wheel and Wheel Trim 345 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 345 Wind Buffeting 141 Window Airbag Side Curtain 47 Window Fogging 223 Windows 33 Power 33 Windshield Washers 120 Windshield Wipers 120 330 Wiper Blade Replacement 330 Wiper...

Page 397: ...CD 6 DISC RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO HANDS FREE PHONE VIDEO MP3 and WMA CAPABILITIES Operating Instructions Radio ModeOperating Instructions Tape PlayerSeek ButtonFast Forward FF Rewind RW Tape EjectScan ButtonChanging Tape DirectionMetal Tape SelectionPinch Roller ReleaseNoise Reduction Operation Instructions CD MODE for CD Audio Play LOAD EJECT Button CD Mode for CD Audio Play Notes On ...

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