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Fiat 2013 500 ABARTH, Owner'S Manual

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driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in
order for the TPMS to receive this information.

For example, your vehicle may have a recommended
cold (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of
30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68° F (20°
C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), a
temperature drop to 20° F (-7° C) will decrease the tire
pressure to approximately 23 psi (159 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 Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale
Light will still be on. In this situation, the Tire Pressure
Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off only after the tires
are inflated to the vehicle’s recommended cold tire pres-
sure value.

CAUTION!

•

The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
warnings have been established for the tire size
equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system op-
eration or sensor damage may result when using
replacement equipment that is not of the same size,
type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause
sensor damage. Do not use aftermarket tire sealants
or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a
TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.

•

After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure,
always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will
prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve
stem, which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni-
toring Sensor.

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Summary of Contents for 2013 500 ABARTH

Page 1: ...O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 3 FIAT 500 ...

Page 2: ... of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obliga tion upon itself to install them on produc...

Page 3: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 215 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 289 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 379 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 385 10 INDEX 395 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 INTRODUCTION 4 䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 5 䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 7 䡵 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 7 䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS 8 1 ...

Page 6: ...wing the instruc tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle The enclosed Warranty Information lists the services that FIAT Group Automobiles offers to its customers the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity the range of additional services available to FIAT Group Automobiles customers NOTE After revie...

Page 7: ...ends on the items of equipment ordered certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle s equipment The detailed index at the back of this Owner s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner s Manual 1 INTRODUCTION 5 ...

Page 8: ...6 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 9: ...l you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cau tions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also appears engraved on the right front door sill under the sill scuff plate on an adhesive label applied to the right door opening on the B Pillar on the veh...

Page 10: ...N VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death Stamped VIN Location 8 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 11: ... Keys 14 General Information 15 䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE IF EQUIPPED 15 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 16 Remote Key Unlock Driver Door All Doors 1st Press 16 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 16 Programming Additional Transmitters 16 General Information 16 Transmitter Battery Replacement 17 䡵 DOOR LOCKS 19 Power Door Locks 21 䡵 POWER WINDOWS 22 Power Window Switches 22 䡵 LIFTGATE 23 2 ...

Page 12: ... Belt Extender 37 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 38 Supplemental Restraint System SRS Air Bags 38 Advanced Front Air Bag Features 41 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls 45 Event Data Recorder EDR 55 Child Restraints 56 Transporting Pets 76 䡵 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 77 䡵 SAFETY TIPS 78 Transporting Passengers 78 Exhaust Gas 78 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 79 Periodic ...

Page 13: ...to order duplicate keys and the autho rized studio that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys Ignition Key Removal 1 Place the shift lever in PARK if equipped with an automatic transmission 2 Rotate the key to the OFF LOCK position 3 Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder Mechanical Key Release But...

Page 14: ...en to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Continued Ignition Switch ...

Page 15: ...le for maintenance informa tion Key In Ignition Reminder Opening the driver s door when the key is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF LOCK sounds a signal to remove the key SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unau thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether t...

Page 16: ...ovided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Replacement Keys NOTE Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle At the time of purchase the original owner is provided with a four digit Personal Identification Number PIN T...

Page 17: ...or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate from distances up to approximately 66 ft 20 m using a hand held Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmit ter The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehic...

Page 18: ...le Features in Understanding Your In strument Panel for further information To Lock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit ter to lock all doors and the liftgate The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal If a door is ajar the turn signal lights will flash at an increased rate and there will be no horn chirp this is to ...

Page 19: ... RKE transmitter The expected life of the battery is from one to two years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios Transmitter Battery Replacement NOTE Perchlorate Material special handling may ap ply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 1 Press the mechanical key relea...

Page 20: ...d on the side of the Key Fob using a small screwdriver 3 Take out the battery case Remove and replace the battery observing its polarity Key Fob Screw Location Battery Case Removed 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 21: ... using the door handle If the door handle is pushed a red lock indicator will show on the door handle indicating locked when the door is closed the door will lock WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death Continued Door Lock Handle 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 ...

Page 22: ...ended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child co...

Page 23: ...icator will show on the door handle indicating locked when the door is closed the door will lock NOTE To prevent the key from being locked in the vehicle the power door lock switch will not operate when the key is in the ignition and either front door is open A chime will sound as a reminder to remove the key Driver Power Door Lock Handle 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 ...

Page 24: ...c Door Locks feature in accor dance with local laws Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Vehicle for further information POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switches There are single window controls located on the shifter bezel below the climate controls which operate the driver and passenger door windows The window con trols will operate when the ignition switch is in ...

Page 25: ...e on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window LIFTGATE To unlock the liftgate use the Remote...

Page 26: ...sed 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 mode Gas props support the liftgate in the open position However because the gas pressure drops with tempera ture it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in ...

Page 27: ...stems except the driver s include Automatic Locking Retractors ALRs which lock the seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat if equipped Please pay close attention to the information in this section It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep yo...

Page 28: ...child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly 3 The driver and front passenger sea...

Page 29: ...o the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury including death Air Bags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel Side air bags also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat In a collision you and your passengers ...

Page 30: ...educe 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 seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with combination lap shoulder b...

Page 31: ...e forces of a collision the best Continued WARNING Continued 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 passengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted tog...

Page 32: ... the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Pulling Out The latch Plate Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 33: ...hat is worn under your arm is 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 inter nal 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 colli sion A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from in...

Page 34: ...belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug A twisted belt may not protect you properly 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 authorized studio immedi ately and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on ...

Page 35: ...procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt 1 Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point 2 At about 6 to 12 in 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch p...

Page 36: ...mount of webbing necessary to comfort ably wrap around the occupant s mid section Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The Automatic Locking Mode is avail able on all passenger seating positions with...

Page 37: ...belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor ALR feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front seating positions...

Page 38: ...laced immediately Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert to fasten their seat belts The feature is active whenever the ignition is on If the driver or front seat passenger is unbelted the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are fa...

Page 39: ...lert has been deactivated the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate while the driver s or front passenger if equipped with BeltAlert seat belt remains unfastened Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage if equipped is in its lowest position your authorized studio can provide you with a seat belt ext...

Page 40: ... a collision Supplemental Restraint System SRS Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are em...

Page 41: ... the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon seat position This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and or front passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the driver or front passenger seat belt is fastened The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation level of the Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to protect ...

Page 42: ...icle should be taken to an authorized studio immediately Air Bag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components Occupant Restraint Controller ORC Air Bag Warning Light Steering Wheel and Column Instrument Panel Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag Knee Impact Bolster Driver Advanced Front Air Bag Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Supplemental Seat Mount...

Page 43: ... in a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate Continued WARNING Continued Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers or attempt to open them manually You may damage the air bags and you could be injured because the air bags may no longer be functional The protective covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating Do not drill cut o...

Page 44: ...left air bag only and a right side impact deploys the right air bag only Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC may offer side impact protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that...

Page 45: ... or very close to SAB or SABIC air bags can be seriously injured or killed Occupants especially chil dren should not lean on or sleep against the door side windows or area where the SAB or SABIC air bags inflate even if they are in an infant or child restraint Always sit upright as possible with your back against the seat back use the seat belts properly and use the appropriate sized child restrai...

Page 46: ... could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury Continued WARNING Continued Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks that require perma nent attachments bolts or screws for installation on the vehicle roof Do not drill ...

Page 47: ...eployment Sensors And Controls Occupant Restraint Controller ORC The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle The ORC determines if deployment of the front and or side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required Based on the impact sensor s signals a central electronic ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags Supplemen tal Driver Side Knee Air Bag Supplem...

Page 48: ...ion The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions Side air bag deployment will depend on the severity and type of collision Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli sions and also are needed to he...

Page 49: ...affect the air bag system The diagnos tics also record the nature of the malfunction WARNING Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru ment panel could mean you won t have the air bags to protect you in a collision If the light does not come on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on stays on after you start the vehicle or if it comes on as you drive have an authorized studio ...

Page 50: ...ects a collision requiring the Advanced Front Air Bags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag The trim cover separates and folds out of the way allowing the air bag to inflate to the full size The air bag fully inflates in about 15 to 20 milliseconds The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag gas is vented th...

Page 51: ...le A quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain air bag The inflating side curtain air bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window The air bag inflates in about 30 milliseconds about one quarter of the time that it takes to blink your eyes with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly or if items are position...

Page 52: ... power or until the ignition key is removed Unlock the doors automatically After the event occurs when the system is active the message Fuel Cutoff See Handbook is displayed Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on the ground near the engine com partment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting the engine System Reset Procedure After an impact causi...

Page 53: ...ght is ON SOLID Right Turn Light BLINKS 5 Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON Right Turn Light is ON SOLID Left Turn Light BLINKS 6 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch ON Left Turn Light is ON SOLID Right Turn Light is ON SOLID 7 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch OFF Turn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State Left Turn Light is OFF Right Turn Light is OFF 8 Turn ignition OFF System is now reset and the e...

Page 54: ... or gymnasium floor 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 air bags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the non toxic gas used for air bag ...

Page 55: ...ld cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the air bag system is 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 right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper vehicle body structure or add aftermarket side steps or running boards It is dangerous to...

Page 56: ...ntact your authorized studio Air Bag Warning Light You will want to have the air bags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision The Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance free if any of the following occurs have an authorized studio service ...

Page 57: ...data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened How far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was...

Page 58: ...vailable According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt Always check the child seat Owner s Manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your child Before buying any restraint system mak...

Page 59: ...our vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child s size Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size Height Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or younger and who have not reached the height or weight limits of their child restraint Either an Infant Carrier or a Con vertible Child Restraint fac...

Page 60: ...at of the vehicle Larger Children Children who have out grown their forward facing child restraint but are too small to properly fit the vehicle s seat belt Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the vehicle seat belt seated in the rear seat of the vehicle Children Too Large for Child Restraints Children 12 years old or younger who have out grown the height or weight limit of their booster seat Vehicle...

Page 61: ...so they can be used rearward facing by children who have outgrown their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old Children should remain rearward facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat WARNING Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an air bag A deploying passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious ...

Page 62: ...he seatback they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the seat belt WARNING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the child restraint manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child...

Page 63: ...l the way back 3 Does the shoulder belt cross the child s shoulder between their neck and arm 4 Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible touching the child s thighs and not their stomach 5 Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip If the answer to any of these questions was no then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle If the child is using the lap shoulder...

Page 64: ...er Anchors Only Seat Belt Only LATCH Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Seat Belt Top Tether Anchor Rear Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs 29 5 kg X X Rear Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lbs 29 5 kg X Forward Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs 29 5 kg X X Forward Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lbs 29 5 kg X 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 65: ...ted at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position These anchorages are used to install LATCH equipped child seats without using the vehicle s seat belts Some seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages In these seating positions the seat belt must be used with the top tether anchorage to in...

Page 66: ...LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seat ing position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 67: ...d tether anchor instead of the LATCH system once the combined weight is more than 65 lbs 29 5 kg Can the LATCH anchorages and the seat belt be used together to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint No Do not use the seat belt when you use the LATCH anchorage system to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint Can a child seat be installed in the center position using ...

Page 68: ...eat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchor ages in an outboard position Can the rear facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat Yes The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact See your child restraint owner s manual for more information Can the head restraints be removed Yes...

Page 69: ...hey are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along gap between the seatback and seat cushion Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat LATCH Anchorages 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 ...

Page 70: ...w the directions of the child restraint manu facturer when installing your child restraint Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here To Install A LATCH compatible Child Restraint 1 If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto matic Locking Retractor ALR seat belt stow the seat belt following the instructions below See the section Installing Child Restraints Usin...

Page 71: ... 25 4 mm in any direction How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint stow all ALR seat belts that are not being used by other occupants or being used to secure child restraints An unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and accidentally lock the seatbelt retractor Before installing a child restraint using the LATCH system buc...

Page 72: ...d the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip The ALR retractor can be switched into a locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract back into the retractor If it is locked the ALR will make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the retractor For additional information on ALR refer to the Automatic Loc...

Page 73: ...straint for using the Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a forward facing child restraint up to the recommended weight limit of the child restraint 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 ...

Page 74: ...ot twist the buckle stalk in a seating position with an ALR retractor Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR 1 Place the child seat in the center of the seating position For some second row seats you may need to recline the seat and or raise the head restraint to get a better fit 2 Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through th...

Page 75: ... portion around the child restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle seat 8 If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap Refer to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chil dren LATCH Restraint System for directions to attach a tether anchor 9...

Page 76: ...the seating position has a top tether anchorage connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap Refer to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chil dren LATCH Restraint System for directions to attach a tether anchor 6 Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt path It should not move more than 1 inch 25 4 mm in any dir...

Page 77: ...o move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage If there is no top tether anchorage for that seating position see the charts above move the child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is available 2 Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head r...

Page 78: ...s equipped with a split rear seat make sure the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap Transporting Pets Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or could injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet...

Page 79: ...ided The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Ve hicle CAUTION Never use Non Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the en...

Page 80: ... belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO follow these safety tips Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed...

Page 81: ...ep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Front seat belt assemblie...

Page 82: ...t of position and interfere with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways WARNING Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per sonal injury Always make sure that floor mats are properly attached to the floor mat fasteners Never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properl...

Page 83: ...celerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the vehicle Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks Inspect sidewalls for cuts cracks and bulges Check the wheel bolts for tightness Check the...

Page 84: ...king for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected the cause should be located and corrected immediately 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 85: ...ocedure 88 Wind Stop 89 䡵 MIRRORS 89 Inside Day Night Mirror 89 Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped 90 Power Mirrors 91 Folding Mirrors 92 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 92 Sun Visors 92 䡵 BLUE ME HANDS FREE COMMUNICATION IF EQUIPPED 93 Overview 93 The Hands Free Kit 94 䡵 SEATS 100 Front Seats Forward Rearward Adjustment 101 Recline Adjustment 102 Seat Height Adjustment 103 3 ...

Page 86: ...ights If Equipped 111 Turn Signals 112 Lane Change Assist 112 Follow Me Home Headlight Delay 112 Interior Lights 113 Front Fog Lights If Equipped 114 䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS 115 Front Windshield Wiper Operation 115 Rear Windshield Wiper 117 䡵 TILT STEERING COLUMN IF EQUIPPED 118 䡵 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 119 To Activate 120 To Set A Desired Speed 120 To Deactivate 121 To Resume Speed 121 ...

Page 87: ...autions 125 䡵 POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED 128 To Open 129 To Close 129 Pinch Protect Feature 129 Wind Buffeting 129 Emergency Operation 130 Sun Shade If Equipped 130 䡵 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS 131 䡵 CIGAR LIGHTER IF EQUIPPED 133 䡵 CUPHOLDERS 134 䡵 STORAGE 135 Glove Box Compartment 135 Passenger Seat Storage If Equipped 135 䡵 CARGO AREA FEATURES 136 䡵 REAR WINDOW FEATURES 137 Rear Window Defroster 13...

Page 88: ...d console The switch contains two buttons The passenger side button which is used to open the power top and the driver side button which is used to close the power top NOTE The power top buttons will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ACC ON RUN position Power Convertible Top Switch 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 89: ...000 cycles or if scratching noises due to dust are present Refer to Fluids Lubes and Genuine Part in Maintain ing Your Vehicle for information CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage stains or mildew on the top material Avoid high pressure car washes as they can dam age the top material Also increased water pressure may force water past the weather strips Remove an...

Page 90: ...f the trunk lid does not open the following relearn procedure may be necessary 1 Confirm that the door trunk lid are closed 2 Begin with the top in the fully closed position using manual mode 3 Hold the OPEN button to move the top to the fully open position 4 CONTINUE to hold the OPEN button for an addi tional three seconds 5 Release the OPEN button 6 Hold the CLOSED button to move the top to the ...

Page 91: ...e it can remain installed when the top is up MIRRORS Inside Day Night Mirror The mirror can be adjusted up down left and right for various drivers The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be ad...

Page 92: ...ll illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate NOTE This feature is disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Automatic Dimming Mirror 90 UNDER...

Page 93: ...control switch press on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move 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...

Page 94: ...ard Heated Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature can be activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster if equipped Some vehicles may not be equipped with rear window defroster in this case the heated mirrors will still function as intended Refer to Rear Window Features in Understanding The Fea tures Of Your Vehicle for further information Sun Viso...

Page 95: ...ped with a hands free kit message reader and media player and it is preset for future installation of additional services The BLUE ME system fully integrated with voice commands buttons on the steering wheel and multifunc tion display messages gives you the possibility of inter acting with your Bluetooth wireless technology mobile phone even if you keep it in your pocket or bag without having to t...

Page 96: ... Kit The basic characteristic of this hands free kit is voice recognition with Bluetooth wireless technology With this system you can make and receive calls safely and securely by using either voice commands or buttons on the steering wheel This can be done under any driving condition without ever having to take your eyes off the road or remove your hands from the steering wheel as required by cur...

Page 97: ... pairing procedure BLUE ME attempts to detect a phone equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology within range and then establishes the connection using a Personal Iden tification Number PIN Once your phone is paired you have the option to transfer your mobile phone contacts to the hands free kit to make a phone call either by using the contacts list or directly pronouncing the phone number to ans...

Page 98: ...functions LAST CALLS and PHONEBOOK and the media player To activate settings when travelling you can only use voice commands The hands free kit enables the following operations Contact Calling By Voice you can call a contact in your mobile phone phonebook using your voice You can also call a contact in your phonebook by scanning through the entries on the multifunction display To use this option y...

Page 99: ... or pressing buttons on the steering wheel When using the hands free phone the audio output of a phone conversation is heard through your car sound speakers Message Reader The BLUE ME message reader enables automatic reading through the car sound system of the SMS texts you receive on your Bluetooth wireless technology mobile phone that are received when the phone is paired and connected to BLUE M...

Page 100: ...der using the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands To delete individual messages or the entire inbox using the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands The BLUE ME system can also recognize and read abbreviations if any e g ILUVU will be read like I love you and interpret the most usual emoticons e g will be read like Smile that are currently used to write SMS texts Media Player ...

Page 101: ...pport audio files com pressed with other formats and DRM Digital Right Management protected audio files Non supported audio files that may be present on the USB device will be ignored To use the media player you have to simply connect directly or by an extension lead your USB device to the car USB port After turning the ignition key to ON BLUE ME will start building your media library At the end o...

Page 102: ...fety information provided in this User s Guide Not following precautions found in this User s Guide can lead to an accident or other serious conse quences Continued WARNING Continued Keep the User s Guide in the car when kept in the car the User s Guide will be a ready reference for you and other users unfamiliar with the system Please make certain that before using the system for the first time a...

Page 103: ... with seats and seat belts In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Front Seats Forward Rearward Adjustment Your vehicle may be equipped with either an adjusting handle or adjusting bar that is located at the front of the seats near the floor Adjusting Handle If Equippe...

Page 104: ...at while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt Recline Adjustment The recline adjustment lever is located on the inboard side of the seat To recline the seatback lift up the recline...

Page 105: ... belt which could result in serious injury or death Seat Height Adjustment The driver s seat height can be raised or lowered by using a lever located on the outboard side of the seat Pump the lever upward to raise the seat height or pump the lever downward to lower the seat height Recline Lever Height Adjuster 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 ...

Page 106: ...memory feature which can operate in two ways Memory Function Option 1 Full Seat Back And Track Fore Aft Position Memory After using the EZ entry function the seatback angle and the Track fore aft adjuster can both re lock into the position they were most recently adjusted to This is accomplished if the seat is moved fully rearward to its last fore aft position on the tracks before the seat back is...

Page 107: ...the switch once to turn on the heated seats Press the switch a second time to shut the heating elements off NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within two to five minutes WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaus tion or other physical condition must exercise care when...

Page 108: ...with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision Reactive Head Restraints Front Seats The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Reactive Head Restraints In the event of a rear impact the Reactive Head Restraints will automatically extend forward minimizing the gap between the back of the occupant s head and the Rea...

Page 109: ...o rized studio WARNING Do not place items over the top of the Reactive Head Restraint such as coats seat covers or portable DVD players These items may interfere with the operation of the Reactive Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death Rear Head Restraints To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint To lower the head restraint press...

Page 110: ...formation on tether routing TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood two latches must be released 1 Pull the bottom of the RED hood release lever located on the left kick panel rearward Push Button Hood Release Lever 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 111: ...d of the prop rod WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death CAUTION To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Lower the hood until it is open 8 in 20 cm approximately and then drop it ...

Page 112: ...ng light and turn signals NOTE The external lights can only be turned on with the ignition in the ON RUN position Headlights Rotate the end of the multifunction lever up ward to the first detent for headlight operation NOTE When the headlights are turned on the Daytime Running Lights will be deactivated Headlight Operation 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 113: ...urn on until the lever is released Parking Lights To turn on the parking lights remove the key or turn the ignition to OFF LOCK position and turn on the headlights Daytime Running Lights If Equipped To activate the Daytime Running Lights DRL rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the O symbol NOTE The low beams and side taillights will not be on with DRL The DRL function can be turned on or ...

Page 114: ...ond the detent and the turn signal right or left will flash three times then automatically turn off Follow Me Home Headlight Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for a preset period of time Activation Remove the key or turn the ignition to the OFF LOCK position and pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel within two minutes Each t...

Page 115: ...ight side of the overhead console controls the map or reading function of the lights Press the switch to the right to turn on the right light and press the switch to the left to turn on the left light CAUTION Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the switch is in the center position or that the lights are off to avoid draining the battery Interior Light Timing Center Position There are fo...

Page 116: ...is moved into the ON RUN position Front Fog Lights If Equipped The fog light switch is located on the center stack of the instrument panel just below the radio Press the switch once to turn the front fog lights on Press the switch a second time to turn the front fog lights off Fog Light Switch 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 117: ...eld Wiper Operation There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers The windshield wiper lever can be raised or lowered to access these modes Windshield Wiper Off This is the normal position of the wiper lever Intermittent Wiper Operation Push the lever downward to the first detent The wipers will operate intermittently Windshield Wiper Operation 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEA...

Page 118: ...ed the wipers will return to the off position and automatically shut off Front Windshield Washer Operation Pull the windshield wiper washer lever toward the steering wheel to activate the washers The wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released CAUTION Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash Damage to the windshield wipers may re...

Page 119: ...ettings for intermittent wipe operation With the front wind shield wiper active rotate the end of the windshield wiper washer lever upward The rear wiper will operate in the same mode as the front windshield wipers but at half the frequency When the transmission is shifted into REVERSE the rear wiper will automatically operate at Low Speed and return to normal operation when the transmission is sh...

Page 120: ...sed TILT STEERING COLUMN IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward The tilt control lever is located on the left side of the steering column below the turn signal controls Push down on the lever to unlock the column With one hand firmly on the steering wheel move the steering column up or down as desired Push the lever up to lock the column firmly in place ...

Page 121: ...the vehicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel Electronic Speed Control Buttons 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ...

Page 122: ... Cruise Indicator Light 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 you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Contro...

Page 123: ...d then the new set speed will be established Pressing the RES button once will result in a 1 mph 1 6 km h increase in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 mph 1 6 km h To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is set push the SET button If the button is continually held in the SET position the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is rel...

Page 124: ... IF EQUIPPED The Rear Park Assist system provides an audible indica tion of the distance between the rear fascia bumper and a detected obstacle when backing up e g during a parking maneuver Refer to the Park Assist System Usage Precautions for the limitations of this system and recommendations Rear Park Assist is automatically activated when the transmission is placed into REVERSE As the distance ...

Page 125: ...e parking maneu ver Rear Park Assist Alerts If an obstacle is behind the vehicle when REVERSE gear is engaged an audible alert is activated The tones emitted by the loudspeaker inform the driver that the vehicle is approaching an obstacle The pauses between the tones are directly proportional to the dis tance from the obstacle Pulses emitted in quick succes sion indicate the presence of a very clo...

Page 126: ...nformation Failure Sensor or System failures Visual Signal instrument panel Icon appears on display Message is displayed on multifunction display where provided While audible signals are emitted the audio system is not muted The audible signal is turned off immediately if the distance increases The tone cycle remains constant if the distance measured by the inner sensors is constant If this condit...

Page 127: ...s unavail able without reference to the sensor in failure condition If even a single sensor fails the entire system must be disabled The system is turned off automatically Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors with water car wash soap and a soft cloth Do not use rough or hard cloths In washing stations clean sensors quickly keeping the va por jet high pressure was...

Page 128: ...le Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor problem causing a failure indication to be displayed in the instrument cluster CAUTION Rear Park Assist is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle including small obstacles Parking curbs might be temporarily de tected or not detected at all Obstacles located above or below the sensors wi...

Page 129: ...NG Continued Before using ParkSense it is strongly recom mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is not used for towing Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the rear fascia when the loudspeaker sounds the continuous tone Also the sensors ...

Page 130: ...trapment may result in serious injury or death In a collision there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passen gers are properly secured Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof Never allow your fingers other body parts or any object to project through t...

Page 131: ...ature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation If an ob struction in the path of the sunroof is detected the sunroof will automatically retract Remove the obstruc tion if this occurs Next press the switch forward and release to Express Close Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type s...

Page 132: ...g the plug reveals a hex opening in the motor assembly of the sunroof Insert the hex wrench and turn moving the sunroof to the desired location Sun Shade If Equipped For vehicles equipped with either a power sunroof or a fixed glass roof there is a sun shade that can be open or closed To open the sun shade press the tab and move the shade to a full open position Manual Sun Shade 130 UNDERSTANDING ...

Page 133: ...rve the heating element do not hold the lighter in the heating position CAUTION Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts If the 160 Watt 13 Amp power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fus...

Page 134: ...into any 12 Volt outlet 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 Fuse Location Underhood F15 Fuse 15 A Blue Cigar Lighter Front Console 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 135: ...the bat tery even more quickly Only use these intermit tently and with great 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 the vehicle s battery CIGAR LIGHTER IF EQUIPPED WARNING When the cigar lighter is in use it becom...

Page 136: ...olders are lo cated on the floor console between the front seats For rear passengers there are cupholders located on the floor between the front driver and passenger seats Front Cupholders Rear Cupholders 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 137: ...tch to open the glove box Push the glove box door upward to close it Passenger Seat Storage If Equipped Some models may be equipped with storage under the front passenger seat Pull outward on the latch to open the storage compartment Glove Box Compartment Passenger Seat Storage 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 ...

Page 138: ...e button located at the outboard top of the seatback and move the seatback to its folded down position to provide a flat load floor cargo area When returning the seatback to its upright position push rearward until the seatback is properly latched Rear Seat Release Buttons 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 139: ...the defroster off push the button a second time NOTE To prevent excessive battery drain use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements Use care when washing the inside of the rear window Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solu...

Page 140: ...Continued Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Keep all objects a safe distance from the window 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 141: ...S 144 䡵 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC 156 EVIC Displays 157 EVIC Control Buttons 158 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Setup Menu 158 Change Engine Oil Indicator System 160 Trip Computer 161 Trip Button 161 Trip Functions 162 Values Displayed 163 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 164 䡵 SALES CODE RAB RADIO 174 Introduction 174 Suggestions 175 4 ...

Page 142: ... MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL IF EQUIPPED 200 䡵 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS 201 Radio Operation 202 CD Player Operation 202 Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped 202 䡵 CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE 202 䡵 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES 203 䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS 203 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning 204 Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped 206 Operating Tips 212 140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR I...

Page 143: ...ove Compartment 14 Shift Lever 3 Instrument Cluster And Warning Lights 9 Rear Defrost Button 15 Sport Button 4 Windshield Wiper Washer Trip Computer 10 Hazard Button 16 Horn Driver Airbag 5 Central Air Vents 11 Climate Controls 6 Storage Compartment Radio 12 Power Windows Control 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 ...

Page 144: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER POP LOUNGE 500C 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 145: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPORT 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 ...

Page 146: ...e is below 5 F 15 C at the time the engine is shut off as a reminder to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start 2 Rear Defrost Button Press and release this button to turn on the rear window defroster This indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 20 minutes CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause da...

Page 147: ...ights are on high beam Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam 6 Park Headlight ON Indicator Follow Me Home Headlight Delay Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on If the Follow Me Home feature is activated this indicator will illuminate and the EVIC will show how long the function rema...

Page 148: ...possible Refer to Occupant Re straints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve hicle for further information 10 Cruise On Indicator If Equipped This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is ON For further information refer to Electronic Speed Control in Under standing Your Instrument Panel 11 Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN this light wi...

Page 149: ...Operating for further information 14 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control ETC system If a problem is detected the light will come on while the engine is running Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the NEUTRAL position The light should turn off If the light remains l...

Page 150: ... can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure ...

Page 151: ...type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage Do not use tire sealant from a can or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS as damage to the sensors may result 16 Automatic Gearbox Failure This light will illuminate when there is an automatic transmission fault 17 Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure The light should turn on momentari...

Page 152: ...everal of your typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system It also could affect fuel economy and drivability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is requir...

Page 153: ...o In Emergencies for further information 20 Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions including brake fluid level and parking brake application If the Brake Warning Light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied that the brake fluid level is low or that there is a problem with the brake system reservoir The light will remain on until the cause is corrected I...

Page 154: ...RUN posi tion NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 21 Electronic Stability Control OFF ESC OFF Indica tor Light This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con trol system ESC has been turned off by the driver 22 Electronic Stability Control ESC Activation Mal function Indicator Light The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicato...

Page 155: ...he conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti Lock brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position have the light inspected by an authorized studio 24 Door Ajar This light will turn on...

Page 156: ... range CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If all the segments of the Continued CAUTION Continued temperature gauge are lit 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 you hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized dealer for servic...

Page 157: ...r service so that you can be sure that it is properly reset or that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer must be reset at zero NOTE If the vehicle is equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the instrument cluster all warnings including door and gate and Change Engine Oil will only be displayed in the EVIC display For additional information refer to Electronic V...

Page 158: ...d or kilometers per hour km h ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster The EVIC consists of the following System Status Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Outside Temperature Display Trip Computer Functions Elec...

Page 159: ...ter 4 Odometer 9 Ice Warning Indicator 5 Sport Mode 10 Gear Shift Indicator GSI 1 Ice Warning Indicator 6 Message Display 2 Temperature Indicator 7 Coolant Temperature Gauge 3 Fuel Level Gauge 8 Digital Speedometer 4 Clock 9 Autostick Gear Indicator 5 Odometer 10 Auto Sport ECO Indica tor 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 ...

Page 160: ...ollowing situations To scroll the menu options upwards or downwards To increase or decrease values during settings NOTE When opening one of the front doors the EVIC display will turn on the clock and the miles or kilometers covered for versions markets where provided for a few seconds Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Setup Menu The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle...

Page 161: ...he main menu option to set 2 Press the UP or DOWN button by single presses to select the new setting 3 Briefly press the SET ESC button to store the new setting and go back to the main menu option previ ously selected Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu With Sub menu 1 Briefly press the SET ESC button to display the first submenu option 2 Press the UP or DOWN button by single presses to scroll th...

Page 162: ...for approximately 10 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 display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position To turn off the...

Page 163: ...to reset the previously described values A short button press displays the different values A long button press resets the system and then starts a new trip New Trip To reset Press and hold the TRIP button to reset the system manually When the Trip distance reaches 9999 9 miles or kilometers or when the Travel time reaches 99 59 99 hours and 59 minutes the system is reset automatically Disconnecti...

Page 164: ... go back to the main screen without storing settings Trip Functions Both trip functions are resettable reset start of new trip Trip A can be used to display the figures relating to Trip distance A Average consumption Instant consumption A Average speed A Travel time A driving time Trip B can be used to display the figures relating to Trip distance B Average consumption B Average speed B Travel tim...

Page 165: ...car load tire pressure etc Trip planning must take into account the above notes Distance Travelled This value shows the distance covered since the last reset Average Consumption This value shows the approximate average consumption since the last reset Instant Consumption This indicates the fuel consumption The value is con stantly updated The message will appear on the display if the car is parked...

Page 166: ...ightness proceed as follows 1 Press the UP or DOWN button to set the required brightness level 2 Briefly press the SET ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the SET ESC approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing settings Speed Beep Speed Limit With this function it is possible to set the car speed limit mph or km h when this limit is exceeded the d...

Page 167: ...ress and hold the SET ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings To cancel the setting proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the SET ESC button On will flash on the display 2 Press the DOWN button Off will flash on the display 3 Briefly press the SET ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the SET ESC button approximately one seco...

Page 168: ...ub menu items 3 Select the required option and then press the SET ESC button 4 When accessing the Time sub menu item briefly press the SET ESC button and hours will flash on the display 5 Press the UP or DOWN button for setting 6 Briefly press the SET ESC button and minutes will flash on the display 7 Press the UP or DOWN button for setting NOTE The setting will increase or decrease by one unit ea...

Page 169: ...lash on the display 2 Press the UP or DOWN button for setting 3 Briefly press the SET ESC button and month will flash on the display 4 Press the UP or DOWN button for setting 5 Briefly press the SET ESC button and day will flash on the display 6 Press the UP or DOWN button for setting NOTE The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the UP or DOWN button is pressed Press and hold t...

Page 170: ...ET ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings If the radio has BLUE ME refer to the appropriate BLUE ME User s Manual for further information Speed Display When this function is activated the cluster will display the vehicle speed MPH or km h To activate On or to deactivate Off the speed display feature proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the SET ...

Page 171: ...to the main screen without storing the settings Units Set Units This function may be used to set the measurement unit in three submenus Distance Temperature and Fuel Economy To set the required unit proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the SET ESC button to display the three sub menus 2 Press the UP or DOWN button to navigate the three sub menus 3 Select the required sub menu and then briefly press ...

Page 172: ...to the sub menu 3 When accessing the Temperature submenu briefly press the SET ESC button Either F or C will appear on the display according to the previous setting 4 Press the UP or DOWN button for setting 5 Briefly press the SET ESC button to return to the sub menu When you have made the required settings briefly press the SET ESC button to go back to the sub menu screen or press and hold the SE...

Page 173: ...adjust the volume proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the SET ESC button The previously set volume level will flash on the display 2 Press the UP or DOWN button for setting 3 Briefly press the SET ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the SET ESC button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Button Volume Button Volume Adjustment Thi...

Page 174: ...s the SET ESC button On or Off will flash on the display according to previous setting 3 Press the UP or DOWN button for setting 4 Briefly press the SET ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings GSI Gear Shift Indicator This function may be used to set the Gear Shift Indicator in two su...

Page 175: ... hill Hill Start Assist maintains the same level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the foot has been removed from the brake pedal Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off 1 Briefly press the SET ESC button On or Off will flash on the display according to previous setting 2 Press the UP or DOWN button for setting 3 Briefly press the SET ESC button to ...

Page 176: ...iver Door or All Doors appears Exit Menu This function closes the initial menu screen Briefly press the SET ESC button to go back to the main screen Press the button to return to the first menu option Speed Beep Press the button to return to the last menu option Daylights SALES CODE RAB RADIO Introduction The radio has been designed according to the specifica tions of the passenger compartment wit...

Page 177: ...bridges or when you are far away from the broadcaster WARNING Having the volume turned up high can cause the driver to not be able to hear important traffic sounds i e sirens horns etc This could cause an accident Always adjust the volume so that you can still hear background noises Care And Maintenance Clean the cover with a soft antistatic cloth only Cleaning and polishing products could damage ...

Page 178: ...ions or damage to the player The use of original CD media is required for the best quality audio production Correct operation is not guaranteed when CD R RW media are used that were not correctly burned and or with a maximum capacity above 650 Mb Do not use commercially available protective sheets for CDs or discs with stabilizers etc as they could get stuck in the internal mechanism and damage th...

Page 179: ...ter speakers one speaker in each of the front pillars Two 100 mm diameter full range speakers one speaker in each of the rear side panels Antenna on the car roof Radio with CD MP3 player With Alpine Premium Audio system if equipped Two 165 mm diameter midwoofer speakers Two 11 mm tweeter speakers in the front pillars Two 100 mm full range speakers one speaker in each of the rear side panels An amp...

Page 180: ...n press TUNER AM FM SAT if equipped source selection Short repeated button press A B C Cycles A B C presets for AM FM SAT if equipped Short repeated button press MEDIA CD AUX Media Player if equipped and present source selection Short repeated button press 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 181: ...election press or Adjustment of values press or Information Button Song Artist Album Genre Playlist Folder information if available in CD Media Player and Satellite if so equipped Toggles RBDS information in FM MENU Advanced functions adjustment Menu activation short button press Adjustment type selection press or Adjustment of values press or Vol Vol Volume adjustment Press button volume increase...

Page 182: ...rrent radio station storing Long button press for memory preset 1 to 5 respectively Stored station recall Short button press for memory preset 1 to 5 respectively BUTTON CD FUNCTIONS MODE CD ejection Short button press Previous next track play Short button press or CD track fast forward rewind Long button press or Previous next folder play for CD MP3 Short button press or 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR IN...

Page 183: ...UME function Customer selectable auto matic volume adjustment depending on the car speed Automatic Stereo Mono selection CD Section Track selection forward backward Fast forward rewind through tracks CD Display function display of track number and on mp3 discs song title artist and time elapsed since start of the track Playing Audio CD CD R and CD RW WARNING On multimedia CDs besides audio tracks ...

Page 184: ...oft mute function Loudness function Graphic 7 band equalizer if equipped Separate bass treble tone adjustment Right left channel balancing Front rear fader Functions And Adjustments Turning The Car Radio On The car radio comes on when the ON OFF button is pressed briefly When the car radio is turned on and the on volume limit is on the volume is limited to a setting of five even if it had been set...

Page 185: ...hown on the display in radio mode or CD Pause in CD mode Press the button again to deactivate the MUTE func tion The volume will gradually increase until it reaches the previously set level When the volume level is changed using the dedicated controls the Mute function is deactivated and the vol ume is adjusted to the new level selected Audio Adjustment The functions that can be selected from the ...

Page 186: ...on deactivation EQUALIZER if equipped activation and selection of factory equalization adjustments USER EQUALIZER if equipped customized equal ization adjustment Tone Adjustment Proceed as follows 1 Press AUDIO button 2 Press the or button to select Bass or Treble in the AUDIO menu 3 Press the or button or to increase decrease the bass or treble adjustments By pressing the or buttons briefly the l...

Page 187: ...increase the sound coming from the rear speakers or the button to increase the sound coming from the front speakers By pressing the or buttons briefly the levels will change progressively By pressing them down longer the levels will change quickly Select the value 0 to set the right and left audio outputs at the same level Loudness Function If Equipped The Loudness function improves the volume of ...

Page 188: ...ssic equalizer preset for optimal classic music sound Rock equalizer preset for optimal rock and pop music sound Jazz equalizer preset for optimal jazz music sound When one of the equalizer adjustments is activated the wording EQ lights up User EQ Settings Function If Equipped To set a personalized equalizer adjustment 1 Press AUDIO button 2 Use the or buttons to set EQ function 3 Use or buttons t...

Page 189: ... Offset Radio Off Sat ID SiriusXM Telephone Number System Reset Speed Volume On Volume Limit Press the MENU button again to exit the Menu function Speed Volume Function If Equipped This function automatically adapts the volume level to the speed of the car turning up the volume when the speed increases to maintain the ratio with the noise level inside the passenger compartment To activate deactiva...

Page 190: ...nimum and maximum values the radio will come on at the same volume as before it was switched off If the volume level is equal to or lower than the minimum value the radio will come on at the minimum volume On volume limit off The radio will come on at the same volume as before it was switched off The volume level can be between 0 and 40 Use the buttons or to change the setting NOTE Using the Menu ...

Page 191: ...e factory values The options are NO No restore intervention YES The default parameters will be restored Dur ing such operation the wording Resetting appears on the display At the end of the operation the source does not change and the previous situation will be displayed Radio Tuner Introduction When the car radio is turned on the last function that was selected before turning it off Radio CD CD M...

Page 192: ...n the AM band 5 in AMA 5 in AMB 15 in SAT if so equipped 5 SATA 5 SATB 5 SATC To listen to a preset station select the desired frequency band and then briefly press the corresponding preset button from 1 to 5 By pressing the preset button for more than 2 seconds the tuned station will be stored Pressing the A B C button will change between the preset memory group in the current frequency band Auto...

Page 193: ...ll cause decreased performance Larger luggage items should be placed as far from the antenna as possible Do not place items directly on or above the antenna SiriusXM Satellite Radio With over 130 channels SiriusXM Satellite Radio brings you more of what you love Get 69 channels of 100 commercial free music plus all of your favorite sports news talk and entertainment Hear every NFL game every NASCA...

Page 194: ...tons will tune to only the stations in that program type Pressing the or buttons until All is displayed will allow normal tuning to all stations The Program Types available are All Pop Rock Electronic Dance Hip Hop R B Country Christian Jazz Standards Classical Latin World Sports Enter tainment Talk News NPR Comedy Family Health Religion Traffic Weather You can find the SiriusXM current terms and ...

Page 195: ...a services or its use in vehicles SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc and its subsidiaries SiriusXM Radio requires a subscription sold separately after trial subscription included with vehicle purchase Prices and programming are provided by SiriusXM and are subject to change Subscriptions governed by Terms Condi tions available at sirius com service terms ...

Page 196: ...er describes the operation of the CD player only To operate the radio refer to the description in the Functions and Adjustments chapter CD Player Selection To activate the CD player built into the equipment proceed as follows Load a CD with the equipment switched on The first track will start to play or If a CD has already been loaded turn on the radio and then briefly press the MEDIA button to se...

Page 197: ...on the last audio source listened to before playing the CD will be heard If the CD is not removed from the radio it will automati cally be reloaded about 20 seconds later but will not resume playing until the MEDIA button is pressed to select the CD mode The radio will switch to the last source prior to CD mode The CD cannot be ejected if the radio is off Possible Error Messages If the loaded CD c...

Page 198: ...ing the button starts the track again from the beginning In this case if you want to play the previous track press the button twice consecutively Track Fast Forward Rewind Keep the button pressed down to fast forward the selected track and keep the button pressed down to fast rewind the track The fast forward rewind will stop once the button is released Pause Function To pause the CD player press ...

Page 199: ...SO standard 9660 The music files should have the extension mp3 or wma files with a different extension will not be reproduced The sampling frequencies that can be reproduced are 44 1 kHz stereo from 96 to 320 kbit s 22 05 kHz mono or stereo from 32 to 80 kbit s Tracks with a variable bit rate can be reproduced NOTE The track names must not include the following characters spaces apostrophes and op...

Page 200: ...G pieces of information is chosen to be displayed Title Artist Album and this informa tion has not been recorded for the track played the text UNKNOWN will be displayed for that field Selection Of Next Previous Folder Press the button to select a next folder or the but ton to select the previous folder The display will show the number of the folder The folders are selected cyclically The first fol...

Page 201: ... adjustment is equal to R 9 Source Can Not Be Selected Nothing has been loaded Load the CD or the MP3 CD to be listened to CD Player The CD Does Not Play The CD is dirty Clean the CD The CD is scratched Try using another CD The CD Can Not Be Loaded A CD is already loaded Press the button and remove the CD MP3 File Reading Track Skips While Playing Mp3 Files The CD is scratched or dirty The Duratio...

Page 202: ...ment for this vehicle refer to the Navigation User Guide for further information iPod USB MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL IF EQUIPPED This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port located in the glove compart ment Refer to the appropriate Blue Me radio User s Manual for iPod or external USB device support capability 1 iPod Or External USB Device Holder 2 Cable Jack 3 USB ...

Page 203: ...tom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available AM FM SAT CD AUX Media Player etc and can also be used to select enter an item while scrolling through menu The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode...

Page 204: ...he previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped Refer to the appropriate Blue Me User s Manual for further information CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep a CD DVD in good condition take the following precautio...

Page 205: ...RATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions the mobile 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 mobile 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 recommended that the radio v...

Page 206: ...the red area indicates warmer temperatures 2 Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ventilation system in any mode The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the 0 OFF position There are four blower speeds 3 Recirculation Control Rotate this control to change the system between recir culation mode and outside air mode Recircula...

Page 207: ...ontrol to change the system between Modes Panel Bi Level Floor Mix Defrost Panel Air is directed through the outlets in the instru ment panel These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow NOTE The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers for maximum airflow to the rear Bi Level Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets Floor...

Page 208: ...ge the Air Conditioning A light will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is engaged MAX A C For maximum cooling use the A C and recirculation modes at the same time ECONOMY MODE If economy mode is desired press the A C button to turn OFF the indicator light and the A C compressor Then move the temperature control to the desired temperature Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped The ...

Page 209: ...switch into manual mode 3 Temperature Control Up Button Provides temperature up control Push the button for warmer temperature settings 4 Blower Control Up Button There are 12 blower speeds The blower speed increases as you press this button Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode 5 Mix Mode Air is directed through the floor defrost and side win dow demister outlets ...

Page 210: ...can be adjusted to direct airflow Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode NOTE The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers for maximum airflow to the rear 9 Blower Control Down Button There are 12 blower speeds The blower speed decreases as you press this button Performing this function will cause the ATC...

Page 211: ...ain that comfort level 3 When the system is set up for your comfort level it is not necessary to change the settings You will experi ence the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically NOTE It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles The system automatically adjusts the temperature mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly a...

Page 212: ... set to any fixed speed by pressing the blower control up or down buttons The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected This allows the front occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the AUTO mode The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by selecting one of the following positions Panel Mode Air comes from the out...

Page 213: ... windshield clear Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window demister outlets Use Defrost mode with maxi mum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting When the defrost mode is selected the blower will automatically default to medium high NOTE While operating in the other modes the system will not automatically sense the presence of fog mist or ice on the w...

Page 214: ...luminate when this button is selected Push the button a second time to turn off the Recirculation mode LED and allow outside air into the vehicle NOTE Automatic Temperature Controls ATC will au tomatically adjust the climate control settings to reduce or eliminate window fogging on the front windshield When this occurs recirculation will be unavailable Operating Tips Window Fogging Windows will fo...

Page 215: ...ndition Your air conditioning system is also equipped with an automatic recirculation system When the system senses a heavy load or high heat conditions it may use Recir culation A C mode to provide additional comfort while in automatic mode Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter months make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of ice slush ...

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Page 217: ...If Engine Fails To Start 220 After Starting 221 䡵 MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED 221 Five Speed Manual Transmission 221 Recommended Shift Speeds 223 Downshifting 223 䡵 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED 224 Key Ignition Park Interlock 226 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 226 Six Speed Automatic Transmission 226 Gear Ranges 227 䡵 AUTOSTICK IF EQUIPPED 233 Operation 233 5 ...

Page 218: ...243 Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System ABS 243 䡵 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM 244 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 245 Brake Assist System BAS 245 Traction Control System TCS 246 Hill Start Assist HSA 246 Electronic Stability Control ESC 247 ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light 250 䡵 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION 252 Tire Markings 252 Tire Identification Number TIN 255 Tire...

Page 219: ...inal Equipped Tire And Wheel If Equipped 268 Compact Spare Tire 268 Tire Spinning 269 Tread Wear Indicators 270 Life Of Tire 270 Replacement Tires 271 䡵 TIRE CHAINS 272 䡵 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS 274 䡵 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS 275 Base System 277 Enhanced System If Equipped 279 General Information 280 䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 280 䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 1 4L Turbo 281 Reformulated Gasoline...

Page 220: ...uel 283 Fuel System Cautions 283 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 284 䡵 ADDING FUEL 285 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 285 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 286 䡵 TRAILER TOWING 286 䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC 287 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 287 218 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 221: ...CC or ON RUN position A child could operate power windows other con trols or move the vehicle Manual Transmission If Equipped Apply the parking brake place the shift lever in NEU TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting the vehicle This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlock ing ignition system It will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor Automatic Transmission If ...

Page 222: ...electric engine block heater is available as optional equipment or from your authorized studio The message plug in engine heater will be displayed in the instrument cluster when the ambient temperature is below 5 F 15 C at the time the engine is shut off as a reminder to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start CAUTION Use of the recommended SAE 5W 30 oil and adher ing to the prescribed ...

Page 223: ...ously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again After Starting The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED Five Speed Manual Transmission WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied The parking b...

Page 224: ...d it easier to use only the lower gears For steady highway driving with light accelerations fifth gear is recommended Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and never try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged This will cause abnormal wear on the clutch REVERSE gear is not synchronized and the vehicle must be at a complete stop to shift into REVERSE g...

Page 225: ...Recommended Shift Speeds To use your manual transmission for optimal fuel economy it should be upshifted as listed in the following table Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Speeds Units In mph km h Engine Size Accel era tion Rate 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 1 4L 1 4L Turbo Engine Accel 14 23 23 37 29 47 38 61 Cruise 12 19 18 29 25 40 32 52 Downshifting Proper downshifting will improve fuel econ...

Page 226: ...g a steep grade When turning a corner or driving up a steep grade downshift early so that the engine will not be overbur dened AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop...

Page 227: ...ssing the brake pedal Continued WARNING Continued Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle always apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK turn the engine OFF and remove the ignition key Once the key is removed the shift lever is locked in PARK...

Page 228: ...witch can be turned to the OFF position The key can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the OFF position and once removed the shift lever is locked in PARK Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System BTSI that holds the shift lever in PARK unless the brakes are applied To move the shift lever out of PARK ...

Page 229: ...t on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears The transmission shift lever has PARK REVERSE NEU TRAL DRIVE and AutoStick shift positions Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick shift control refer to AutoStick in Starting and Operating for further information Moving the shift lever forward or rearward while in the AutoStick position beside the DRIVE position will manually select the...

Page 230: ...ing brake before placing the shift lever in PARK otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK As an added precau tion turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade WARNING Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully w...

Page 231: ...the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK and remove the ignition key Once the key is removed the shift lever is locked in PARK secur ing the vehicle against unwanted movement Continued WARNING Continued When leaving the vehicle always remove the igni tion key and lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a v...

Page 232: ...nd to the left until it stops and is fully seated Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position With brake pedal released verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL Use this range when the vehicle is standing for pr...

Page 233: ...ion automatically upshifts through all forward gears The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteris tics under all normal operating conditions When frequent transmission shifting occurs such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi tions in hilly terrain or traveling into strong head winds use the AutoStick shift control described be low to select a lower gear Under these c...

Page 234: ...s the vehicle to be driven to an authorized studio for service without dam aging the transmission In the event of a momentary problem the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the following steps 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Shift the transmission into PARK 3 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK OFF position 4 Wait approximately 10 seconds 5 Restart the engine 6 Shift into th...

Page 235: ...gers a downshift and rearward an upshift The current gear will be displayed in the instru ment cluster NOTE In AutoStick mode the transmission will only shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever rearward or forward except as described below The transmission will automatically downshift as the vehicle slows to prevent engine lugging and will display the current gear The transmission wi...

Page 236: ...e transmission will return to automatic mode until the problem is corrected To disengage AutoStick mode return the shift lever to the DRIVE position You can shift in or out of the AutoStick position at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal WARNING Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could ...

Page 237: ... partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precautions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are slushy 2 Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicl...

Page 238: ... you Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so CAUTION Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle Determine the condition of the road or the path that ...

Page 239: ...ause 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 not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s braking capabilities which increases stopping distances Therefore after driving through stand...

Page 240: ... It is likely the vehicle has lost power steering assistance If the Steering icon is displayed and the POWER STEER ING SYSTEM OVER TEMP message is displayed on the EVIC screen they indicate that extreme steering maneu vers may have occurred which caused an over tempera ture condition in the power steering system Once driv ing conditions are safe pull over and let the vehicle idle for a few moments...

Page 241: ...transmission in REVERSE or first gear The parking brake lever is located in the center console To apply the parking brake pull the lever up as firmly as possible To release the parking brake pull the lever up slightly press the center button then lower the lever completely When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the MAR ACC ON RUN position the Brake Warning Light in the instr...

Page 242: ...ld could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake failure and a collision Always fully apply the parking brake when leav ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or injury Also be certain to leave a manual transmis sion in REVERSE or first gear Failure...

Page 243: ...driving mode is useful while driving on twisty roads where more steering precision is desired in spirited cornering 1 To activate the Sport mode press the SPORT button Once activated a SPORT message will be displayed in the instrument cluster 2 Momentarily release the accelerator pedal 3 Press the accelerator pedal again to activate SPORT Button 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 241 ...

Page 244: ... aggressive shifting This driving mode is useful while driving on twisty roads where more steering precision is desired in spirited cornering 1 To activate the Sport mode press the SPORT button Once activated a SPORT message will be displayed in the instrument cluster 2 Press the SPORT button again to return to the standard driving mode SPORT Button 242 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 245: ...the ABS Warning Light during brake use Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System ABS The Four Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking con ditions The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock up and to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces The system s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide r...

Page 246: ... dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others When you are in a severe braking condition involving the use of the ABS you will experience some pedal drop as the vehicle comes to a stop This is the result of the system reverting to the base brake system Engagement of the ABS may be accompanied by a pulsing sensation You may also hear a clicking noise These occur...

Page 247: ...ts the Anti Lock Brake System ABS Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous brak ing pressure during the stopping sequence do not pump the brakes Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING The Brake Assist System BAS ca...

Page 248: ...t HSA The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill HSA will maintain the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the driver takes his foot off the brake pedal If the driver does not apply the throttle during this short period of time the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill Th...

Page 249: ...tional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESC cor rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteering or understeering condi tion Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path ...

Page 250: ...NOTE The ESC Off switch is located left of the steering column Manual Transmission Only ESC Off Switch Automatic Transmission ESC Off Switch Manual Transmission 248 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 251: ...of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others ESC Operating Modes The ESC system has two available operating modes Full On This is the normal operating mode for ESC Whenever the vehicle is started the ESC system will be in On mode This mode should be used for most driving situations ESC should o...

Page 252: ...motion WARNING When in Partial Off mode the TCS functionality of ESC except for the limited slip feature de scribed in the TCS section has been disabled and the ESC Off Indicator Light will be illuminated When in Partial Off mode the engine power reduction feature of TCS is disabled and the enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC sys tem is reduced ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light ...

Page 253: ...m becomes active The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light also flashes when TCS is active If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash during accel eration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions NOTE The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light and the ESC OFF Indicat...

Page 254: ...er P is absent from this tire size designation Example 215 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 spares designed for tempo rary emergency use only T...

Page 255: ...Designation P Passenger car tire size based on U S design standards ⴖ blank ⴖ Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards T or S 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 Constructio...

Page 256: ...ting conditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL tire Extra Load XL Extra load or reinforced tire Light Load LL Light load tire C D E F G Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load ind...

Page 257: ...utboard side then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire EXAMPLE DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT Department of Transportation This symbol 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 two digits L9 Code representing the tire size two digits ABCD Code use...

Page 258: ...ek of 1981 or 1991 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B Pillar The vehicle B Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after sitting for a three hour period Inflation pres...

Page 259: ...s molded into the sidewall Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placard A paper label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehicle s loading capacity the original equipment tire sizes and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 ...

Page 260: ...ing Information Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar or the rear edge of the driver s side door B Pillar Location for Tire And Loading Information Placard 258 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 261: ...ty of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the Vehicle Loading section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWRs for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded...

Page 262: ...act the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if XXX amount equals 1 400 lbs 635 kg and there will be five 150 lb 68 kg passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 295 kg since 5 x 150 750 and 1400 750 650 lbs 295 kg 5 De...

Page 263: ...with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 392 kg 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 ...

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Page 265: ...cted by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and 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 Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect ve hicle handli...

Page 266: ...a jarring and uncomfortable ride Both under inflation and over inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause erratic and unpredictable steering response Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Tire Inflation Pressures ...

Page 267: ...e pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 kPa for every 12 F 7 C for this outside temperature co...

Page 268: ...ximum 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 a collision Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four Never combine them with other types of tires Tire Repair If your tire becomes damaged it may be repaired if it meets the f...

Page 269: ...de traction in both wet and dry conditions and are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice Summer tires will not contain the all season designation or mountain snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall Use summer tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Snow Tires Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during the wint...

Page 270: ...in the tire rotation for your vehicle If your vehicle has this option refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation pattern Compact Spare Tire The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with radial tires It is engineered to be used on your style vehicle only Since this tire has limited tread life the original tire should be repaired or replaced and rein stalled at the ...

Page 271: ...ck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop ping when you are stuck Refer to Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in What To Do In Emergencies for further information WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explo...

Page 272: ...ead wear indicators the tire should be replaced Refer to replacement tires in this section for further informa tion 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 Performance tires tires with a speed rating of V or higher and summer tires typically have a reduced tread life Rotation of these tires p...

Page 273: ...ear Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for the size designation of your tire The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall See the Tire Sizing Chart ex ample found in the Tire Safety Information section of this manual for more information relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of...

Page 274: ...load index or capacity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have a collision Continued WARNING Continued 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 ti...

Page 275: ...urns and large bumps especially with a loaded vehicle Continued CAUTION Continued Install chains on the front wheels as tightly as possible and then retighten after driving about 0 5 mile 0 8 km Do not drive for prolonged periods of time on dry pavement Observe the tire chain manufacturer s instructions on the method of installation operating speed and conditions for use Always use the lower sugge...

Page 276: ...igns such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed The suggested rotation method is the rearward cross shown in the fo...

Page 277: ...icle 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 pres sure The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for any reason including low temperature effects or natural pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driv...

Page 278: ...ation the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold tire pres sure value CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warnings have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system op eration or sensor damage may result when using repla...

Page 279: ...tire gauge even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire Base System This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the instrument cluster The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic s...

Page 280: ...ehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h to receive this information Check TPMS Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault is detected an audible chime will be activated and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Unavailable text message will display If the ignition key is cycled this sequenc...

Page 281: ...or 75 seconds and then remain on solid 4 This occurs for each subsequent ignition key cycle a chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain 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 Tire Pressure Mon...

Page 282: ...Single FUEL REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is designed to meet all emis sion regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when us ing high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane range of 87 to 91 The manufac turer recommends the use of 91 octane or higher for optimum performance Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued heavy spark k...

Page 283: ...riate octane rating for your engine before consider ing service for the vehicle Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso lines Prope...

Page 284: ...ty If a Non FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E 85 fuel the engine will have some or all of these symptoms operate in a lean mode OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on poor engine performance poor cold start and cold drivability increased risk for fuel system component corrosion To fix a Non FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with E 85 perform the following drain the fuel tank see your a...

Page 285: ...n effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and they would result in additional cost Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle s performance The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine ...

Page 286: ...utions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Continued WARNING Continued Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running for more than a sho...

Page 287: ...per fuel cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could let impu rities into the fuel system Also a poorly fitting aftermarket cap can cause the Malfunction Indi cator Light MIL to illuminate due to fuel vapors escaping from the system To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is re...

Page 288: ...ehicle is refueled Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message After fuel has been added the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose improperly installed or damaged If the system detects a malfunction the gASCAP message will display in the odometer display Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened Pre...

Page 289: ...ar NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED On Trailer ALL OK OK NOTE Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may be recreationally towed flat towed at any legal highway speed for any distance if the manual transmis sion is in NEUTRAL CAUTION DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission Damage to the drivetrain will result If these vehicles require towing make sure all drive wheels are O...

Page 290: ...er provided all four wheels are OFF the ground CAUTION Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require ments can cause severe transmission damage Dam age from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty 288 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 291: ...ion 293 TIREFIT Usage Precautions 294 Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT 296 䡵 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING IF EQUIPPED 302 Jack Location 303 Spare Tire Removal 304 Preparations For Jacking 307 Jacking Instructions 308 Spare Tire Stowage 314 䡵 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE 314 Preparations For Jump Start 314 Jump Starting Procedure 316 䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE 318 䡵 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE 319 6 ...

Page 292: ...䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 321 Automatic Transmission 322 Manual Transmission 322 䡵 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM 323 290 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 293: ...operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers 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 place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle ...

Page 294: ... You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot TIREFIT KIT IF EQUIPPED Small punctures up to 6 mm in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT Fore...

Page 295: ...The TIREFIT kit is located under the front driver s seat TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 1 Sealant Bottle 2 Deflation Button 3 Pressure Gauge TIREFIT Kit Location TIREFIT Components 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 ...

Page 296: ...will remove the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components Once the sealant dries it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded For optimum performance make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the TIREFIT kit You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle tires The kit also comes with two needles located in the Accessory Storage Compartment on...

Page 297: ...e tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire If the wheel has any damage Continued WARNING Continued If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat source A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Alwa...

Page 298: ...ty of water Do not induce vomiting Consult a physician immediately Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT A Whenever You Stop To Use TIREFIT 1 Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle s Hazard Warning flashers 2 Verify that the valve stem on the wheel with the deflated tire is in a position that is near to the ground This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses 6 and 7 to reach the valve stem and keep the T...

Page 299: ...ils from the tire C Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE FIT kit NOTE Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL After pressing the Power Button 4 the sealant white fluid will flow from the Sealant Bottle 1 through the Sealant Hose 6 and into the tire NOTE Sealant may leak out throug...

Page 300: ...Hose 6 If the sealant white fluid does flow through the Sealant Hose 6 1 Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through hose typically takes 30 70 seconds As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose 6 the Pressure Gauge 3 can read as high as 70 psi 5 Bar The Pressure Gauge 3 will decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi 5 Bar to the actual tire pressure when the Sealan...

Page 301: ...sticker from the top of the Sealant Bottle 1 and place the sticker on the instru ment panel 3 Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose 6 from the valve stem reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage location Quickly proceed to D Drive Ve hicle CAUTION The metal end fitting from Power Plug 8 may get hot after use so it should be handled ...

Page 302: ... that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you E After Driving Pull over to a safe location Refer to Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT before continuing 1 Turn the Mode Select Knob 5 to the Air Mode position 2 Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicle s 12 Volt power outlet 3 Uncoil the Air Pump Hose 7 black in color and screw the fitting at the end of hose...

Page 303: ... repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an authorized studio or tire service center 5 Replace the Sealant Bottle 1 and Sealant Hose 6 assembly at your authorized studio as soon as pos sible Refer to F Sealant Bottle and Hose Replace ment NOTE When having the tire serviced advise the autho rized studio or service center that the tire has been sealed using the TIREFIT service kit F Seal...

Page 304: ...ation in the vehicle JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING IF EQUIPPED WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 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 yo...

Page 305: ...uld not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The jack and jack wrench tool are stowed in a bag under the front driver s seat Jack And Jack Handle Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303 ...

Page 306: ...argo area 2 Fit the wrench tool over the drive nut Use the wrench to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle Winch Access Plug Right Side Location Winch Access Plug Center Location 304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 307: ...use with the jack wrench tool only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and they can dam age the winch 3 Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle Lowering Raising Spare Tire Spare Tire 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 305 ...

Page 308: ...clear remove the knob or plastic molded nut by rotating it counter clockwise 5 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel Plastic Molded Nut Retainer 306 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 309: ... jack or changing the wheel 2 Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers 3 Set the parking brake 4 Place the shift lever in PARK automatic transmission or REVERSE manual transmission 5 Turn Off the ignition 6 Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position For example if changing the right front tire block the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the ve...

Page 310: ...ion in REVERSE Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack Continued WARNING Continued Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire c...

Page 311: ...dicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle 1 Remove the scissors jack and tool bag from under the driver s seat 2 Loosen but do not remove the wheel bolts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground NOTE There are front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding Jack Warning Labe...

Page 312: ...rew to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location Once the jack is positioned turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed Rear Jacking Location Jack Location 310 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 313: ...e jack screw to the right Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability NOTE Before using the swivel wrench to remove the wheel bolts be sure to remove the center cap of the wheel by inserting the angled tab end of the swivel wrench into the notched part of the center cap Center ...

Page 314: ...damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly WARNING To avoid possible personal injury handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges NOTE The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel bolts When reinstalling the original wheel prop erly align the wheel cover to the valve stem place the wheel cover onto the wheel then install the wheel bolts 6 Install the spare whe...

Page 315: ...he bag Stow it under the driver s seat and secure the bag to the floor with the straps attached to the floor of the vehicle WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided 10 Place the deflated flat tire in the cargo area Have the tire repaired or replaced as so...

Page 316: ...table battery booster pack Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully NOTE When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer s operating instructions and precautions WARNING Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury CAUTION Do not use a portable batter...

Page 317: ...bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact You could be seriously injured Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unne...

Page 318: ...ablish a ground connection and personal injury could result Jump Starting Procedure WARNING Failure to follow this procedure could result in per sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex plosion CAUTION Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle 1 Connect the positive end of the jumper cable to the posit...

Page 319: ...e a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery Once the engine is started remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence 6 Disconnect the negative jumper cable from the engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged battery 7 Disconnect the negative end of the jumper cable from the negative post of the booster battery 8 Disconnect the opposite end of the p...

Page 320: ...hile gently pressing the accelerator Use the least amount of accel erator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine CAUTION Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure Allow the en gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking motion cycles This...

Page 321: ...rces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage or even failure of the axle and tires A tire could Continued WARNING Continued explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehi cle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If ...

Page 322: ...intain firm pressure on the brake pedal 5 Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole and push and hold the override release lever in 6 Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position 7 The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL 8 Reinstall the shift lever override access cover Shift Lever Override Access Hole 320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 323: ... Rear Front OK OK Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose following equip ment manufacturer s instructions Use of safety chains is mandatory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated bracket...

Page 324: ... with the front wheels elevated Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck all wheels off the ground CAUTION DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission Damage to the drivetrain will result Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re quirements can cause severe transmission damage Damage from improper towing is not covered un der the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Manual Tr...

Page 325: ...lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is turned off Turn on the interior lights which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed Unlock the doors automatically After the event occurs when the system is active the message Fuel Cutoff See Handbook is displayed Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on ...

Page 326: ...ht BLINKS 5 Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON Right Turn Light is ON SOLID Left Turn Light BLINKS 6 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch ON Left Turn Light is ON SOLID Right Turn Light is ON SOLID 7 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch OFF Turn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State Left Turn Light is OFF Right Turn Light is OFF 8 Turn ignition OFF System is now reset and the engine may be started 9 Turn Ha...

Page 327: ...ANCE PROGRAMS 329 䡵 REPLACEMENT PARTS 331 䡵 STUDIO SERVICE 331 䡵 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 332 Engine Oil 333 Engine Oil Filter 336 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 336 Maintenance Free Battery 337 Air Conditioner Maintenance 338 Body Lubrication 342 Wiper Blades 342 Adding Washer Fluid 345 Exhaust System 345 Cooling System 348 Brake System 353 Manual Transmission If Equipped 356 7 ...

Page 328: ...E STORAGE 370 䡵 REPLACEMENT BULBS 371 䡵 BULB REPLACEMENT 372 Headlamps 372 Front Turn Signal Parking And Daytime Running Lamps 372 Front Fog Lamps 373 Front Rear Side Marker Lamps 373 Rear Tail Stop Backup And Turn Signal Lamps 374 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 374 䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES 375 䡵 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 376 Engine 376 Chassis 377 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 329: ...NT 1 4L 1 Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 Battery 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 6 Air Cleaner Filter 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 Engine Oil Fill 4 Front Distribution Unit Fuses 8 Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 ...

Page 330: ...COMPARTMENT 1 4L TURBO 1 Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 Battery 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 6 Engine Oil Fill 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 Front Distribution Unit Fuses 328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 331: ...ugh your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized studio for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running sever...

Page 332: ...e engine you will have to start this test over 3 As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON position you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check 4 Approximately 15 seconds later one of two things will happen The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine This means that your vehicl...

Page 333: ...intenance and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the de signed performance Damage or failures caused by the use of parts which are not quality equivalent to genuine parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer s warranty STUDIO SERVICE Your authorized studio has the qualified service person nel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an ex...

Page 334: ...lure to properly maintain your vehicle or per form repairs and service when necessary could result in more costly repairs damage to other components or negatively impact vehicle perfor mance Immediately have potential malfunctions examined by an authorized studio or qualified repair center Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle ...

Page 335: ...l between the range markings on the dipstick The safe range is indicated by a crosshatch zone Adding 1 qt 1L of oil when the reading is at the low end of the indicated range will result in the oil level at the full end of the indicator range CAUTION Do not overfill the engine with oil Overfilling the engine with oil will cause oil aeration which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in ...

Page 336: ...mical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade SAE 5W 30 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy Your engine oil filler cap also states the recommended engine oil viscosity grade for your ...

Page 337: ...rt ment in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further informa tion 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 Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad dition of any additives other than leak detection dyes to t...

Page 338: ...efer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING The air induction system air cleaner hoses etc can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with th...

Page 339: ...nts of water Refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies for further information Continued WARNING Continued Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related accessories co...

Page 340: ...cables be fore connecting the charger to the battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized studio at the start of each warm season This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at...

Page 341: ...nt or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced technician Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro carbon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized studio or other service ...

Page 342: ...m the following procedure to replace the filter 1 Remove the T20 Torx screw that secures the passenger side console closeout cover 2 Pull the console closeout cover rearward to disengage the front retaining tab and remove the cover T20 Torx screw Console Closeout panel 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 343: ...e HVAC housing 4 Remove the A C air filter by pulling it straight out of the housing Take note of the air filter position indica tors 5 Install the A C air filter with the air filter position indicators pointing in the same direction as removal A C Air Filter 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 ...

Page 344: ... of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching compo nents to ensure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood latch release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated The external lock cylinders should be...

Page 345: ...ade Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc NOTE Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend ing on geographical area and frequency of use Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering marks water lines or wet spots If any of these conditions are present clean the wiper blades or replace as neces sary Rear Wiper Blade Removal Insta...

Page 346: ...e glass 3 Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder 4 Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade holder at the end of the wiper arm and firmly press the wiper blade until it snaps into place 1 Wiper Blade 2 Blade Pivot Pin 3 Wiper Arm 4 Wiper Blade Holder 344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 347: ... the washer solution Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex haust system and a...

Page 348: ...system can con tact anything that can burn CAUTION The catalytic converter requires the use of un leaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control device and may seriously reduce engine perfor mance and cause serious damage to the engine Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In t...

Page 349: ...rmal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam age Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by ...

Page 350: ...ne coolant antifreeze protection every 12 months before the onset of freezing weather where applicable If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant anti freeze Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertical...

Page 351: ...with the specified OAT engine coolant antifreeze as soon as possible Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol based engine co...

Page 352: ...4 F 37 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion ized water when mixing the water engine coolant antifreeze solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occu...

Page 353: ...ay result Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by ani mals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If inges...

Page 354: ...tion of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant expansion bottle If engine coolant anti freeze needs to be added the contents of the coolant expansion bottle must also be protected against freezing ...

Page 355: ...ING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage Riding the brakes may also reduce braking capacity in an emergency Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under ho...

Page 356: ...does not indicate any leaks or other problems it may be a result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system See your local authorized studio for service Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Re fer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine...

Page 357: ...id reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts causing the brake fluid to catch fire Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure Th...

Page 358: ...ive satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubri cant has become contaminated with water NOTE If contaminated with water the fluid should be changed immediately Automatic Transmission If Equipped Selection Of Lubricant It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to ensure optimum transmission performance and life Use only the manufactur...

Page 359: ...only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks Avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo nents Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Fluid Level Check The fluid level is preset at the factory and does no...

Page 360: ...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 exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants road ...

Page 361: ... 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 a high quality cleaner wax such as 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 the gloss or thin out the paint fi...

Page 362: ...epaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de icer salt etc be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as possible Your authorized stud...

Page 363: ...n with a clean damp towel For tough stains apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild soap solution to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue For grease stains apply MOPAR Multi Purpose Cleaner to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products ...

Page 364: ...ter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output avoid wiping with a dry cloth To remove road dirt wash with a mild soap solution fol lowed by rinsing Do not use abrasive cleaning components sol...

Page 365: ...ated parts if allowed to directly contact any surface Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 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...

Page 366: ...ny standing water from the top and dry the surface before opening it Operating the top opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicles interior Use care when washing the vehicle water pressure directed at the weather strip seals may cause water to leak into the vehicles interior Immediate removal of any contaminant is recommended Regular washing o...

Page 367: ...ype cleaner or bleaches Cleaners should not contain silicones organic sol vents petroleum distillates or plasticizers Always wait until the top is thoroughly dry before lowering it into the storage area Scrub in all directions covering an area of about two square feet at a time Avoid heavy scrubbing Rinse the entire vehicle with water to remove all soap and dirt from the top fabric and to prevent ...

Page 368: ...Cavity Vehicle Fuse Number Mini Fuse Description 1 F12 7 5 Amp Brown Right Low Beam 2 F32 5 Amp Tan Front and Rear Ceiling Lights Trunk and Door Courtesy Lights 3 F53 5 Amp Tan Instrument Panel Node 4 F38 20 Amp Yellow Central Door Lock ing 5 F36 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Socket Car Radio Climate Control System Fuse Panel 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 369: ...F50 7 5 Amp Brown Airbag 10 F51 5 Amp Tan Car Radio Switch Climate Control System Stop Light Clutch Cavity Vehicle Fuse Number Mini Fuse Description 11 F37 5 Amp Tan Stop Light Switch Instrument Panel Node 12 F49 5 Amp Tan Exterior Mirror GPS Electric Mir ror Parking Sensor 13 F31 5 Amp Tan Ignition Climate Control 14 F47 20 Amp Yellow Driver Power Win dow 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 ...

Page 370: ...he electrical component correspond ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description F01 60 Amp Blue Body Controller F02 20 Amp Yellow Audio Amplifier F03 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Switch F04 40 Amp Orange Anti Lock Brake Pump F05 70 Amp Tan Electric Power Steering F06 20 Amp Yellow Radiator Fan Single Speed Front Distribution Unit 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHI...

Page 371: ...Horn F11 15 Amp Blue Powertrain F11 10 Amp Red Powertrain Multi air If Equipped Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description F14 5 Amp Tan High beam Shut ter F15 15 Amp Blue Cigar Lighter F16 7 5 Amp Brown Transmission F17 25 Amp White Powertrain Multi air If Equipped F17 15 Amp Blue Powertrain F18 15 Amp Blue Powertrain F18 5 Amp Tan Powertrain Multi air If Equipped 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 ...

Page 372: ...Amp Blue Fog Lamps F82 30 Amp Green Sunroof Convertible Top Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description F84 10 Amp Red Transmission F85 15 Amp Blue Rear Defroster Heated Mirrors F87 5 Amp Tan Lights F90 5 Amp Tan Heated Mirrors VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take these steps to protect your battery Disconnect the negative cable from the bat...

Page 373: ...ssor damage when the system is started again REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Overhead Lamp C5W Courtesy Lamp W5W Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Low and High Beam Headlamp HIR2 Front Parking Daytime Running Lamps W21 5W Front Fog Lamps H11 Front Side Marker Lamps W3W Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Side Direction Lamps W5W Rear Turn Signal Lamps PY21W Rear Side Marker Lamps W3W Rear Ta...

Page 374: ...o the applicable Service Manual BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamps 1 Remove the plastic cap from the back of the headlamp housing 2 Rotate the bulb counter clockwise 3 Remove the bulb and replace as needed 4 Install the bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place 5 Reinstall the plastic cap Front Turn Signal Parking And Daytime Running Lamps 1 Turn the steering wheel completely to the left or right 2 Open ...

Page 375: ...e the front fog lights see your authorized studio Front Rear Side Marker Lamps 1 Remove portion of the wheel liner to allow hand access to side marker lamp 2 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly from the housing 3 Pull the bulb from the socket and insert the replace ment bulb 4 Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing and rotate the socket cl...

Page 376: ... the backup lamp bulb by pulling straight out 6 Replace lamps as required and reinstall lamp Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 1 Remove the two guard caps and the two fastening screws 2 Remove the center high mounted stop lamp assembly 3 Disconnect the electric connector 4 Press the retaining device and open the bulb holder 5 Remove the snap fitted bulb to be replaced and re place it 6 Close the...

Page 377: ... Quarts 3 8 Liters Cooling System 1 4 Liter Engine MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula with Manual Transmission 4 6 Quarts 4 4 Liters 1 4 Liter Engine MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula with Automatic Transmission 5 8 Quarts 5 5 Liters 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 ...

Page 378: ...ard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil 1 4L Turbo Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W 40 Full Synthetic Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 10896 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter 1 4L 1 4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs 1 4L 1 4L Turbo Engine We r...

Page 379: ...PAR C635 DDCT MTX Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR AW 1 Transmission Fluid Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3 SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 ...

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Page 381: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 380 Maintenance Chart 382 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 382: ...essage is displayed Severe Operating Condi tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3 500 miles 5 600 km since last reset Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 500 miles 805 km NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change inter vals exceed 10 000 miles 16 000 km or twelve months whichever comes first Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip Check engine ...

Page 383: ... oil indicator system turns on Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads shoes rotors drums and hoses At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses Check and adjust hand brake Inspect exhaust system Inspect engine air clea...

Page 384: ...00 150 000 Or Years 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Or Kilometers 32 000 48 000 64 000 80 000 96 000 112 000 128 000 144 000 160 000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints X X X X X Inspect front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals and re place if necessary X X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings park ing brake function X X X X X X X 8 M A I N T E...

Page 385: ...000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter X X X X X Replace cabin air filter X X X X X X X Clean and lube sun roof tracks X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Replace spark plugs X X X X Flush and replace the engine cool ant at 10 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever comes first X X Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary X Replace the timing bel...

Page 386: ...u have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve hicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 384 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 387: ...SSISTANCE 386 FIAT Customer Center 387 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 387 Service Contract 388 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION 389 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 389 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 389 In Canada 390 䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 390 䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 391 Treadwear 391 Traction Grades 392 Temperature Grades 392 9 ...

Page 388: ...quests If you 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 authorized studio you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer an...

Page 389: ...ufacturer s customer cen ter should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized studio name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage FIAT Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 888 242 6342 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY To assist customers who hav...

Page 390: ...acturer s Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1 800 521 9922 Canadian residents call 800 465 2001 English 800 387 9983 French 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 purchased a ser vice contract that is not a manufacture...

Page 391: ...TY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying the manufacturer If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group ...

Page 392: ...d If you prefer mailing your payment please call for an order form NOTE A street address is required when ordering manuals no P O Boxes Service Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor mation that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing troubleshooting problem solving maintain ing servicing and repairing FIAT Group Automobiles vehicles A complete working knowl...

Page 393: ...ORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration The specific grade rating assigned by the tire s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The Treadwear g...

Page 394: ...tion cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire ...

Page 395: ...s established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive load ing either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 393 ...

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Page 398: ...ing Filter 339 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 338 Air Conditioning System 204 Air Pressure Tires 264 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 349 Capacities 375 Disposal 351 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 243 Anti Lock Warning Light 153 Appearance Care 358 Automatic Dimming Mirror 90 Automatic Door Locks 22 Automatic Temperature Control ATC 206 Automatic Transaxle 11 Automatic Trans...

Page 399: ...e Transmission Interlock 226 Bulb Replacement 371 Bulbs Light 81 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 375 Capacities Fluid 375 Caps Filler Fuel 285 Oil Engine 334 Carbon Monoxide Warning 78 Cargo Area Features 136 Car Washes 359 CD Compact Disc Player 174 Cellular Phone 203 Chains Tire 272 Changing A Flat Tire 302 Chart Tire Sizing 253 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 150 Checking Yo...

Page 400: ...Adding Coolant Antifreeze 349 Coolant Level 348 Disposal of Used Coolant 351 Drain Flush and Refill 348 Inspection 351 Points to Remember 350 Pressure Cap 350 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 349 Corrosion Protection 358 Cruise Light 146 Cupholders 134 Customer Assistance 386 Data Recorder Event 55 Daytime Running Lights 111 Defroster Windshield 80 Diagnostic System Onboard 329 Dipsticks Automatic ...

Page 401: ... EVIC 156 Emergency In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher 291 Jacking 302 Jump Starting 314 Towing 321 Emission Control System Maintenance 329 Engine Air Cleaner 336 Break In Recommendations 77 Checking Oil Level 333 Compartment 327 Cooling 348 Exhaust Gas Caution 78 Fails to Start 220 Flooded Starting 220 Fuel Requirements 280 Oil 333 Oil Filler Cap 334 Oil Selection 334 Oil Synthetic 335 Overheating...

Page 402: ...g 220 Fluid Brake 377 Fluid Capacities 375 Fluid Leaks 82 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 357 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 376 Fog Lights 114 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 318 Fuel 280 Adding 285 Additives 283 Capacity 375 Clean Air 281 Cutoff 50 Filler Cap Gas Cap 155 Filler Door Gas Cap 155 Gasoline 280 Gauge 155 Light 145 Materials Added 283 Octane Rating 280 Requirements 280 Tank Ca...

Page 403: ...t Lever Override 319 General Information 15 General Maintenance 332 Glass Cleaning 362 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 235 Headlights 110 Cleaning 362 High Beam 145 Passing 111 Switch 111 Heated Mirrors 92 Heated Seats 105 Heater 204 Hill Start Assist 246 Holder Cup 134 Hood Release 108 Ignition 11 Key 11 Ignition Key Removal 11 Immobilizer Sentry Key 13 10 INDEX 40...

Page 404: ... 308 Jack Location 303 Jack Operation 302 Jump Starting 314 Key In Reminder 13 Key Replacement 14 Keys 11 Key Sentry Immobilizer 13 Lane Change and Turn Signals 145 Lane Change Assist 112 Lap Shoulder Belts 28 Latches 81 Hood 108 Lead Free Gasoline 280 Leaks Fluid 82 Life of Tires 270 Liftgate Sedan 23 Light Bulbs 81 Lights 81 Airbag 47 Anti Lock 153 Brake Assist Warning 250 Brake Warning 151 Bulb...

Page 405: ...rn Signal 81 Voltage 147 Wait to Start 144 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 144 Loading Vehicle Tires 258 Locks Automatic Door 22 Door 19 Power Door 21 Lubrication Body 342 Maintenance Free Battery 337 Maintenance General 332 Maintenance Procedures 332 Maintenance Schedule 380 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 150 Manual Service 390 Manual Transmission 221 Fluid Level Check 356 Freque...

Page 406: ...eter 155 Trip 155 Oil Change Indicator 160 Oil Change Indicator Reset 160 Oil Engine 333 Capacity 375 Change Interval 333 Checking 333 Disposal 335 Filter 336 Filter Disposal 335 Identification Logo 334 Materials Added to 335 Recommendation 334 Synthetic 335 Viscosity 334 Oil Filter Selection 336 Onboard Diagnostic System 329 Operating Precautions 329 Operator Manual Owner s Manual 5 Overheating E...

Page 407: ...l Ply Tires 266 Radio Operation 174 Radio Reception 174 Radio Sound Systems 174 Rear Liftgate Sedan 23 Rear Window Features 137 Recorder Event Data 55 Recreational Towing 287 Reformulated Gasoline 281 Refrigerant 339 Release Hood 108 Reminder Seat Belt 36 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 201 Replacement Bulbs 371 Replacement Keys 14 Replacement Parts 331 Replacement Tires 271 Reporting Safety De...

Page 408: ...ioners 36 Rear Seat 28 Untwisting Procedure 33 Seat Belts Sedan 25 Seats 100 Adjustment 100 Heated 105 Sentry Key Immobilizer 13 Service Assistance 386 Service Contract 388 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator 150 Service Manuals 390 Shift Lever Override 319 Shift Speeds Manual Transmission 223 Shoulder Belts 28 Side Airbag 48 Signals Turn 81 Snow Chains Tire Chains 272 Snow Tires 267 S...

Page 409: ...icle 370 Stuck Freeing 318 Studio Service 331 Sun Roof 128 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 38 Synthetic Engine Oil 335 Tachometer 156 Temperature Control Automatic ATC 206 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 154 Tilt Steering Column 118 Tire and Loading Information Placard 258 TIREFIT 292 Tire Markings 252 Tires 81 Aging Life of Tires 270 Air Pressure 263 Chains 272 Changing 302 Compact Spare 26...

Page 410: ...To Open Hood 108 Towing 286 Disabled Vehicle 321 Recreational 287 Traction 234 Traction Control 246 Trailer Towing 286 Transaxle Automatic 11 Autostick 233 Transmission Automatic 224 Fluid 356 Maintenance 356 Manual 221 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 17 Transporting Pets 76 Tread Wear Indicators 270 Trip Odometer 155 Turn Signals 112 UCI Connector 200 Uniform Tire Quality Grades ...

Page 411: ...nt Cluster Description 144 Warnings and Cautions 7 Warranty Information 4 Washer Adding Fluid 345 Washers Windshield 115 Washing Vehicle 359 Water Driving Through 235 Wheel and Wheel Trim 360 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 360 Wind Buffeting 23 Window Fogging 212 Windows 22 Power 22 Windshield Defroster 80 Windshield Washers 115 Windshield Wiper Blades 342 Windshield Wipers 115 Wiper Blade Replacement ...

Page 412: ...nnection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shi...

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