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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

4.0L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251

4.7L/4.7 HO Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . . 253

Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255

Dealer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255

Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

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Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

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Drive Belts - Check Condition And Tension . . . 261

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Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261

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Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261

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Crankcase Emission Control System . . . . . . . . 263

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Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263

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Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264

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Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264

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Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265

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Power Steering Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266

Summary of Contents for 2004 Cherokee

Page 1: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 55 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 123 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 173 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 235 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 249 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 295 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 317 10 INDEX 327 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS m Introduction 4 Roll Over Warning 4 m How To Use This Manual 6 m Warnings And Cautions 7 m Vehicle Identification Number 7 m Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 1 ...

Page 4: ...steering and transmission and transfer case shifting Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces Your driving skills will improve with experience When driving off road or working the vehicle don t overload it or expect it to overcome the laws of nature Always observe federal state provincial and local laws wherever you drive As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this...

Page 5: ...of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10 000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by 2 million annually In a roll over crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Always buckle up This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and mai...

Page 6: ...e of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm HOW TO USE THIS MA...

Page 7: ... Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is found on a stamped plate located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label for a convenient record of your vehic...

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

Page 9: ... 12 Important Note About Service 13 Replacement Keys 13 Customer Key Programming 14 General Information 14 m Illuminated Entry 15 m Door And Liftgate Locks 15 Liftgate Flipper Glass 15 Door Locks 17 Power Door Lock System 18 m Remote Keyless Entry 20 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 20 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 21 Using The Panic Alarm 21 General Information 21 2 ...

Page 10: ... Shoulder Belt Anchorage 30 Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped 31 Energy Management Feature 32 Rear Center Lap Belt 33 Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert 33 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 34 Seat Belt Extender 35 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS 35 Child Restraint 44 m Engine Break In Recommendations 51 m Safety Tips 51 Exhaust Gas 51 Safety Checks ...

Page 11: ...obtained by your authorized dealer from your vehicle invoice Ignition Key Insert the key fully then turn the switch to one of the four illustrated positions The key can be inserted or with drawn only in the LOCK position The gearshift lever must be in the P Park position To remove the ignition key place the gearshift lever in P Park turn the ignition key to LOCK and remove the key THINGS TO KNOW B...

Page 12: ... and operate the vehicle for longer than the 2 second validation time period The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be armed or activated Operation of the system is automatic regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or unlocked During normal operation the SKIS indicator light will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check Afterw...

Page 13: ...rference with this system All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Important Note About Service A four digit PIN number is needed to service the Sentry Key Immobilizer System This number can be obtained from your authorized dealer However this number can also be found on your customer invoice that you were given upon receipt of your vehicle Rep...

Page 14: ...3 Insert the second valid key and turn the ignition switch ON within 15 seconds After ten seconds a chime will sound and the SKIS indicator light will begin to flash Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the second key 4 Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds After 10 seconds a single chime will sound The SKIS indicator light will sto...

Page 15: ...en the liftgate pull out on the handle and lift WARNING Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your pas sengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle Liftgate Flipper Glass The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked To open the flipper glass push up on the window...

Page 16: ...cover located on the liftgate trim panel WARNING Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poi sonous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the flipper glass closed when you are operating the vehicle 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 17: ...nlock a door slide the lever forward toward the front of the vehicle to the Unlock position WARNING For personal security reasons and safety in a colli sion lock the vehicle doors when you drive and when you park and leave the vehicle WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock and lock your vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to...

Page 18: ...nyone in the vehicle in a collision Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged Power Door Lock System The power door locks are on a paddle type switch Pressing the switch toward the rear of the vehicle will Lock all doors Pressing the switch toward the front of the vehicle will Unlock all doors The driver s and passenger s switch lo...

Page 19: ...h 24 km h and all doors are closed It will reset whenever a door is opened This feature is selectable and can be turned on or off Refer to Overhead Console Customer Programmable Features in Section 3 of this manual or see your autho rized dealer Automatic Unlock on Exit Feature Only Available if Auto Lock is Enabled This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver s door is opened if the veh...

Page 20: ...ock the driver s door or twice within 5 seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate The illuminated entry system will also come on NOTE The system can be programmed to do the following unlock all the doors on the first button press flash the turn signals with unlock On vehicles equipped with an overhead console these functions can be selected at the overhead console using the Customer Programmable Fe...

Page 21: ...anic alarm will stay on for 3 minutes unless you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second time or by starting the vehicle and accelerating to 15 mph 24 km h General Information This device complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept an...

Page 22: ... 1 With the transmitter buttons facing down use a thin coin to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal 2 Remove and replace the batteries Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbing alcohol 3 To reassemble the transmitter case snap two halves to...

Page 23: ... about 16 seconds to signal that the system is arming During this 16 second pre arm period opening any door or the liftgate will cancel the arming If the system successfully arms the red light will flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarm is set To Disarm the System To disarm the system use the remote keyless entry transmitter or the key to unlock the driver s door If something has triggered t...

Page 24: ... the key and then locking it The door will be locked but the Security Alarm will not arm POWER WINDOWS The power window controls are located on the driver s door trim panel There is a single switch on the front passenger door which operates the passenger door win dow 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 25: ... To open the window part way press the window switch part way and release it when you want the window to stop The power window switches remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Y...

Page 26: ... airbags have a multi stage inflator design This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity Please pay close attention to the information in this section It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer injuries including fatalities if...

Page 27: ... a collision the belt will lock and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision...

Page 28: ...latch plate is above the back of your seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt 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 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 29: ...otect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap portion pull up a bit on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the la...

Page 30: ...ve you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays or loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seating positions the shoulder belt can be adju...

Page 31: ... shoulder belt When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front seating position Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode 1 Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted 3 A...

Page 32: ...eature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest WARNING After a vehicle collision the front passenger out board seat belt system must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all seat belts should be checked for proper function The belt and retractor assembly...

Page 33: ...snug Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert If the driver s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert will alert the driver to buckle their seat belt The driver should also instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts Once the warning is triggered t...

Page 34: ...you have successfully completed the pro gramming The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be reacti vated by repeating this procedure NOTE Although the Enhanced Warning System BeltA lert has been deactivated the Seat Belt Warning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver s seat belt remains unfastened Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throu...

Page 35: ...a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating positions Remove and store the extender when not needed Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to th...

Page 36: ...bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity This vehicle may also be equipped with window bags to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window If the vehicle is equipped with window bags they are located above the side windows Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will ...

Page 37: ...n the airbag covers These items may cause serious injury during infla tion The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity Along with the seat belts front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bol sters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Window bags also work w...

Page 38: ...ow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint See Child Restraint in this section You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All ...

Page 39: ...Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel If the vehicle has window bags they also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following Airbag Control Module ACM Airbag Warning Light Driver Airbag Passenger Airbag Window Bags above Side Wi...

Page 40: ... the OFF position in the ACC position or not in the ignition the airbags are not on and will not inflate Also the ACM turns on the AIRBAG warning light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on then turns the light off If it detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the light either momentarily or continuously WARNING Ignoring the AIRBAG warn...

Page 41: ...ehicle The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed to activate only in certain side collisions When the airbag control module ACM along with the remote side impact sensors detects a side impact collision requir ing the window bags to inflate it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the window bag The inflating window bag pushes t...

Page 42: ...m 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 airbags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation These...

Page 43: ...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 or vehicle body structure You need proper knee impact protection in a collision Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the ai...

Page 44: ... restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck led up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a missile inside the vehicle The force requi...

Page 45: ... lbs 9 kg A convertible child seat one that is designed to be used either rearward facing or forward facing should be used for children who are too heavy for the infant carrier but who are too young to face forward in the vehicle The forward facing child seat is for children from about 20 lbs 9 kg to 40 lbs 18 kg and more than one year old The child seat is held in the vehicle by the lap belt lap ...

Page 46: ...ch may cause se vere or fatal injury to the infant Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child restraint Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards The manufacturer also recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate ...

Page 47: ...ten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out If the belt still cannot be tightened or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt disconnect the latch plate from the buckle turn the buckle around and insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still cannot make the child restraint secure try a different seating position Buckle the child into...

Page 48: ... of the seat and body structure and are readily visible In addition there are tether anchors above the rear liftgate opening behind each rear outboard seat The anchors are covered by hinged plastic caps To attach a child restraint tether strap hook pull down on the cover of the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint Raise the head re straint and route the tether ...

Page 49: ...ehicles over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap shoulder belt They will also have tether straps and you are urged to take advantage of all of the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle Installing the Child Restraint System There are LATCH...

Page 50: ...int The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Children Too Large for Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seat back should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat Mak...

Page 51: ...r which vehicle operations will occur The recommended viscosity and quality grades are shown in Section 7 of this manual NON DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered as a normal part of the break in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty SAFETY TIPS Exhau...

Page 52: ...nside ve hicle Otherwise poisonous gases could be drawn into the vehicle 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 Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbi...

Page 53: ...e tread Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires includ ing spare for proper pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of all exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel coolant oil or other fluid leaks Als...

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Page 55: ...de Mirrors 61 Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 61 Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors 61 Lighted Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 62 m Seats 63 Front Manual Seat Adjustment 63 Front Seat Adjustment Recline 63 Head Restraints 64 Power Seat Adjuster If Equipped 65 Memory System If Equipped 68 Heated Seats If Equipped 71 60 40 Split Rear Seat 71 m To Open And Close The Hood 74 3 ...

Page 56: ...hts Canada Only 78 Lights On Reminder 78 Fog Lights If Equipped 79 Turn Signals 79 Headlight Dimmer Switch 79 Passing Light 79 Headlight Time Delay 80 m Windshield Wipers And Washers 80 Mist 81 Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System 81 Rain Sensitive Wiper System If Equipped 82 m Tilt Steering Column 84 m Adjustable Pedals If Equipped 84 m Electronic Speed Control 86 To Activate 86 To Set At a ...

Page 57: ...rammable Features 95 Compass Temperature Trip Computer 101 Trip Computer 103 m Garage Door Opener If Equipped 106 When Your Vehicle Is New 107 Programming Homelink 108 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 111 Using Homelink 111 m Power Sunroof If Equipped 112 Express Open Mode 112 Manual Open Mode 112 Closing Operation 113 Vent Operation 113 Ignition Off Operation 113 Sunshade Operation 114 Maintena...

Page 58: ...partment 116 m Cup Holders 116 m Cargo Area Features 118 Cargo Light 118 Retractable Cargo Area Cover If Equipped 118 Cargo Tie Down Hooks 119 m Roof Luggage Rack 121 58 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 59: ...ows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield Annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward rear of vehicle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 59 3 ...

Page 60: ...y cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Driver s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with a driver s outside automatic dimming mirror it operates when the inside automatic dimming mirror is on This outside mirror operates off the inside mirror switch and will automati cally adjust for annoying...

Page 61: ... side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other objects Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the right side mirror Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated wh...

Page 62: ...ror select left or right with the top switch and press one of the four arrows for the direction you want the mirror to move Lighted Vanity Mirrors If Equipped To access a lighted vanity mirror flip down one of the visors Lift the cover to reveal the mirror The light will turn on automatically Sliding the button up or down will vary the intensity of the light 62 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR V...

Page 63: ... the floor Position the seat and be sure the latch engages fully Front Seat Adjustment Recline To adjust the seatback lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat lean back and release the lever at the desired position To return the seatback lift the lever lean forward and release the lever WARNING Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against...

Page 64: ...lt properly Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear Adjustable head restraints should be adjusted so that the upper edge is as high as practical The head restraints have a locking button which must be pushed in to lower the head restraint to all positions except the full down position To lower the head restraint to the full down p...

Page 65: ...ly injured or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked The power seat adjuster switches are located on the outboard side of the seat 6 Way Power Seat with Manual Recliner If Equipped This seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use this switch to move the seat up or down forward or rearward or to tilt the seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR V...

Page 66: ...Power Seat with Power Recliner and Power Lumbar If Equipped These seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use these switches to move the seat up or down forward or rearward to tilt the seat to recline the seat or to increase decrease the amount of lumbar support 66 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 67: ... It may cause damage to the seat controls Power Lumbar The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat Use this switch to increase or decrease the desired amount of lumbar support UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 3 ...

Page 68: ...chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Memory System If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with this system your Re mote Keyless Entry Transmitter or Memory System But tons on the driver s door panel can be used to recall the driver s seat driver s outside rear view mirror and radio statio...

Page 69: ...r vehicle was delivered to you with two remote keyless entry transmitters They are color coded to match the memory buttons on the driver s door These trans mitters work in conjunction with the number 1 black and number 2 gray memory seat buttons on the driver s door Once the memory button has been set the corresponding remote keyless entry transmitter is also set NOTE If the memory system is not s...

Page 70: ... switch will flash telling you that you are in the set memory mode 6 Press and release button number 1 or number 2 on the driver s door depending on which transmitter you re using The flashing indicator light on the set switch will go out telling you that the driver memory has been set If your remote keyless entry transmitter is lost you may order a new transmitter from your local authorized deale...

Page 71: ...heat settings An indicator on the switch shows which setting has been selected To turn off the heated seats position the switch in the middle 60 40 Split Rear Seat Either side of the rear seat can be folded flat to allow for extended cargo space and still maintain some rear seating room NOTE Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward This will allow the rear seatback to ...

Page 72: ...from the rear seatback Press the button and pull the headrest from the seatback The headrest posts can be fitted into the openings pro vided in the folded seat cushion for storage 3 Locate the seatback release handle on the outboard top side of each rear seatback lift up on the handle and rotate the lever forward until the seatback releases Fold the seatback completely forward 72 UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 73: ...ts the seatback from fully locking you will have difficulty returning the seat cush ion to its proper position Remove the headrests from the cushion panel storage position and reinstall into the rear seat back WARNING Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position If the seatback in not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and ...

Page 74: ...nt panel and in front of the driver s door Then reach under the hood and pull upward on the safety latch and lift the hood To prevent possible dam age do not slam the hood to close it Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage 74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 75: ...argo light Opening a door or turning the center of the multi function control lever to the extreme up position will activate all interior courtesy lights Front Map Reading Lights These lights are mounted in the overhead console Each light can be turned on by pressing the recessed area of the lens To turn these lights off press the recessed area of the lens a second time There are also reading ligh...

Page 76: ...ior Interior Lights If the multi function control lever is left in the interior light position parking light position or the headlight position when the ignition switch is moved to the OFF position the battery saver feature will automatically turn off the exterior and interior lights after eight minutes Normal operation will resume when the ignition is turned ON or when the headlight switch is tur...

Page 77: ...tion the headlights will turn on and off based on the surrounding light levels Headlights On Automatically With Wipers If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights it also has this customer programmable feature When your headlights are in the automatic mode they will automati cally turn on when the wiper system is on If your vehicle is equipped with a Rain Sensitive Wiper System and it is...

Page 78: ...Climate Control if equipped is obtained by rotating the center portion of the control to the first detent above the dimmer range Rotating the control to the second detent above the dimmer range turns the interior lights on Rotating the control to the Off extreme bottom position disables all the interior lights even when the doors and liftgate are open While in the Off position the instrument panel...

Page 79: ... prevent excessive glare for other drivers Turn Signals Move the multi function control lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster will flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down Headlight Dimmer Switch Pull the multi function control lever towards you to switch the headli...

Page 80: ... switch in the right side control lever Turn the end of the control lever to select Lo Hi or one of the five speed sensitive intermittent windshield wiper speeds Refer to Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System in this section For information on the rear wiper and washer refer to Rear Window Features in this section NOTE Always remove any build up of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blade...

Page 81: ... use Mist Use this feature when weather conditions make occa sional usage of the wipers necessary Pull down and release the control lever for a single wiping cycle Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System Use one of the five intermittent wiper speeds when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable Turn the end of the lever to one of the five delay...

Page 82: ...ositions on the lever to allow you to select system sensitivity that best suits you The lowest position closest to OFF is the least sensitive to rain and the highest position is the most sensitive If you select a low sensitivity position on the control lever the system will be slower to react to rain and wipe only after some rain accumulates on the windshield If you select a high sensitivity posit...

Page 83: ...he windshield or when water accumulated on the roof of the vehicle runs down the windshield but not over the sensor Fewer wipes and or washer fluid may be desired when salty road spray is encountered where the operator may want to turn the Auto feature off and use the Wash and or Mist functions CAUTION Turn the wiper lever to the OFF position to avoid wiper damage when driving through an automatic...

Page 84: ...ccident Adjust the tilting mechanism only while the vehicle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving ADJUSTABLE PEDALS IF EQUIPPED This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals to move toward the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel The adjustable pedal system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position T...

Page 85: ...Speed Control is ON A message will be displayed on the Overhead Console if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is locked out Adjustable Pedal Disabled Cruise Control Engaged or Adjustable Pedal Disabled Vehicle In Reverse CAUTION Do not place any article under the adjustable pedal s or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls Pedal travel may beco...

Page 86: ...FF when not in use The CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the system is ON To Set at a Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed press and release the SET button Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal normal braking or pressing the CANCEL button will deactivate the ...

Page 87: ...he desired speed is reached and the new speed will be set To Accelerate for Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return to the set speed NOTE When driving uphill at elevations above 2 000 feet 610 meters or when the vehicle is heavily loaded especially when towing the vehicle may slow below the SET speed If the vehicle speed drops below ...

Page 88: ...going down a hill steep enough to cause the vehicle to gain speed press the brake pedal which will disengage the Speed Control and help slow your vehicle WARNING To help keep your vehicle under control do not use Speed Control under these conditions When it is not possible to keep your vehicle at a set speed On slippery roads such as on snow or ice In heavy or varying traffic volume in traffic tha...

Page 89: ...formation displays Vehicle information warning message displays Customer programmable features Pressing the MENU button will change the displayed programming features Pressing the STEP button will select the available choices Pressing the C T Compass Temperature button will return the display to the normal compass temperature display Dome Reading Lights Located in the overhead console are two dome...

Page 90: ...orresponding lens NOTE The dome reading lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle Electronic Vehicle Information Center The electronic vehicle information center EVIC when the appropriate conditions exist displays the following messages and symbols Each message is accompanied by a series of beeps TURN SIGNALS ON ...

Page 91: ...HIGH PRESSURE RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE RIGHT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE LEFT REAR HIGH PRESSURE RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE RIGHT REAR HIGH PRESSURE SPARE LOW PRESSURE 5 Tire TPM System Only SPARE HIGH PRESSURE 5 Tire TPM System Only TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE TIRE SENSOR BAD MISSING SPARE SWAP DETECTED 5 Tire TPM System Only REMOVE MAGNET FROM SPARE 5 Tire T...

Page 92: ...ctive even if it is not displayed in the EVIC CAUTION The TPM system is designed to monitor your tire pressure and will not function as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting the pressure in your tires There will be a delay between the instant you adjust the air pressure in a tire and when the system updates the display NOTE The TPM system can inform you about a low or high tire pressure condition ...

Page 93: ...e pressure is cor rected 2 If the spare tire pressure has exceeded the low or high pressure allowed the TPM system will display a message in the EVIC for 60 seconds and sound a chime per every ignition cycle 5 Tire TPM System Only NOTE This message will return every ignition cycle until the tire pressures are corrected 3 When the vehicle is moving and the EVIC cannot receive a valid sensor signal ...

Page 94: ...he problem with the TPM system 5 With the 5 Tire TPM System if a road tire is replaced by the spare the TPM system will automatically detect that the tires have been switched after the ignition has been cycled and display SPARE SWAP DETECTED along with a chime This could take up to 10 minutes with vehicle speed above 25 mph 40 km h 6 With the 4 Tire TPM System if a road tire is replaced by the spa...

Page 95: ...cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the device For further assistance questions or comments about the TPM system please call 1 877 774 8473 Customer Programmable Features Press the MENU button until one of the display choices following appears Language When in this display you may select one of five lan guages for all di...

Page 96: ...play will select Yes or No Auto Unlock On Exit Available Only When the AUTO DOOR LOCKS Feature is Turned On When this feature is selected all the vehicle s doors will unlock when the driver s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in P Park or N Neu tral position Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Remote Unlock Driver s Door 1st When this ...

Page 97: ...sed This feature may be selected with or without the flash lights on lock unlock feature Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Flash Lights On Lock Unlock When this feature is selected the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn o...

Page 98: ...et Service Distance Displays Only if Service Interval was Changed When this feature is selected the current accumulated service distance can be reset to the newly selected service interval Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Low Fuel Chime When this feature is selected a chime will sound when the Low Fuel Indicator Light is displayed in the instrument panel cluster ...

Page 99: ...vices are exposed to this magnet Mag nets can affect pacemakers NOTE The tire pressure sensors must be retrained after rotating the tires or replacing one or more sensors If a wheel rotation is not followed by the retrain procedure the system will not properly inform you of the correct vehicle location for a low or high pressure tire The following describes how to use this feature 1 Locate the tra...

Page 100: ...6 Starting at the left front tire place the training magnet over the valve stem until the horn chirps This takes approximately 5 seconds 7 Repeat step 6 working clockwise around the vehicle Left Front Right Front Right Rear Left Rear Spare until all five TPM sensor positions are trained NOTE The spare tire is only trained with the 5 Tire TPM System 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 101: ...Trip Computer This display provides the outside temperature one of the eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing and vehicle trip information The com pass and temperature display is the normal display When the C T button is pressed the compass temperature display returns WARNING Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32 F 0 C the road surface may be icy pa...

Page 102: ...102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 103: ...eset Distance To Empty Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank This is calibrated using the miles per gallon for the last few minutes Trip Odometer Shows the distance travelled since the last reset Elapsed Time Shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset Miles to Service Shows the distance remaining to require service NOTE This display...

Page 104: ... Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set the compass When the vehicle is new the compass may appear erratic and the CAL symbol will be displayed After completing one 360 degree turn with the vehicle traveling less than 5 mph 8 km h in an area free from large metal or metallic objects the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will ...

Page 105: ...ion modes When the CAL sym bol is displayed complete three 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal objects or power lines The CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north In some areas of the country the difference between magnetic and geographic north is great enough to cause the compass to...

Page 106: ... button to resume normal operation GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED The HomeLinkt Wireless Control System provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand held radio frequency RF transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators garage door openers entry door locks security systems even home lighting Additional HomeLink information can be found at www homelink com or by calling 1 800...

Page 107: ...ain the original transmitter of the RF device you are programming for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink programming It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed HomeLink buttons be erased for security purposes To erase the programmed buttons perform the procedure shown below under 9When Your Vehicle Is New9 or for assis tance contact HomeLink at www home...

Page 108: ...re programming HomeLink Do not program HomeLink if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate A moving door or gate can cause serious injury or death to people and pets or damage to objects 1 Position the end of your hand held transmitter 1 3 inches 5 14 cm away from the lower left corner of the EVIC display while keeping the display in view NOTE Some gate operators and garage door openers...

Page 109: ... just trained HomeLink button TRANSMIT should appear on the display If your device activates when the HomeLink button is depressed and released programming is complete NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons simply repeat the 9Programming HomeLink9 pro cess If the message TRANSMIT appears on the HomeLink display but your device does not activate the device may be equipped with a 9rolli...

Page 110: ...ramming process HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons simply repeat the 9Programming Homelink9 pro cess If after programming the HomeLink Wireless Control System the hand held transmitter and or other HomeLink units in other vehicles fail to activate the rolling code equipped device you may need to clear or erase the devi...

Page 111: ... process to prevent possible overheating Press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter button until the radio signal has success fully been accepted by HomeLink The message TRAINED will appear on the HomeLink display Proceed with the remaining steps under 9Programming HomeLink9 to complete Using HomeLink To operate simply press an...

Page 112: ...the sunroof glass to automatically retract and stop at the full open position This glass position provides the largest possible opening while minimizing low speed wind buf feting If wind buffeting does occur adjusting the sunroof glass position may reduce the intensity of the buffeting Manual Open Mode The sunroof can also be opened by pressing and holding the switch rearward Once the switch is he...

Page 113: ...e switch for ward and hold Releasing the switch at any time during travel will cause the sunroof to stop at the current vent position To reach the fully vented position continue to hold the switch forward until vent motion stops To close the sunroof from the vent position press and hold the switch rearward until the glass comes to a complete stop Ignition Off Operation The sunroof will also operat...

Page 114: ... greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and be sure all passengers are properly secured too Maintenance Care should be taken in cleaning the inside of the glass Use only nonabrasive cleaners and a soft cloth WARNING Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof and never allow objects to p...

Page 115: ...t located in the right rear cargo area rearward of the storage bin CD changer if equipped The power outlets are a direct feed from the battery so they receive power whether the ignition is in the ON or OFF position All accessories connected to this outlet should be re moved or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge Rear Power Outlet UNDERSTANDING THE FEA...

Page 116: ...ttery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle s battery GLOVE COMPARTMENT The glove compartment light will remain on if the glove box do...

Page 117: ...he larger cup depression towards the passenger seat but the top surface will not be flush with the console surface The rear passengers have access to two cup holders that pull out from the rear of the center console Front Cup Holders Rear Cup Holders UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 3 ...

Page 118: ...the cargo light lens surface will turn off all interior lamps Push on the lens surface a second time to restore the interior lights to normal operation Retractable Cargo Area Cover If Equipped To cover the cargo area 1 Grasp the cover at the center handle Pull it over the cargo area 2 Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots in the pillar trim cover 3 The liftgate may be opened with...

Page 119: ...le Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting Do not store in the vehicle Cargo Tie Down Hooks The tie downs located on cargo area floor should be used to safely secure loads when vehicle is moving UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 3 ...

Page 120: ...ar Refer to Vehicle Loading in Sec tion 5 for additional information on cargo weights Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway Do not pile luggage or cargo higher th...

Page 121: ...he load should be secured and placed on top of the cross rails not directly on the roof If it is necessary to place the load on the roof place a blanket or some other protection between the load and the roof surface To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle do not exceed the rated load capacity of your cross rail system or the roof rack system maximum load capacity of 150 lbs 68 kg Always distr...

Page 122: ...your vehicle Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle particularly at high speeds resulting in personal injury or property damage Follow the roof rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 123: ...ronic Digital Clock 135 Clock Setting Procedure 135 m Radio General Information 135 Radio Broadcast Signals 135 Two Types Of Signals 135 Electrical Disturbances 136 AM Reception 136 FM Reception 136 m Sales Code RBK AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD Changer Controls 136 Radio Operation 136 CD Player Operation 139 CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped 140 Radio Display Messages 142 4 ...

Page 124: ...f Equipped 152 System Activation 152 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ENS SID 153 Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB And RBK Radios 153 Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP RBU RAZ And RBQ Radios 154 Selecting a Channel 154 Storing And Selecting Pre Set Channels 155 Using The PTY Program Type Button If Equipped 155 PTY Button 9Scan9 155 PTY Button 9Seek9 155 Satellite Antenna 155 Rece...

Page 125: ...intenance 162 m CD DVD Disc Maintenance 163 m Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 164 m Climate Controls 164 Air Conditioning 164 Blower Control 165 Temperature Control 165 Mode Selection 166 Infrared Dual Zone Climate Control If Equipped 167 Window Fogging 170 m Rear Window Features 170 Rear Window Wiper Washer 170 Rear Window Defroster 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125 4 ...

Page 126: ...INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR CONTROLS 126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 127: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127 4 ...

Page 128: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IF EQUIPPED 128 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 129: ...ard warning system is activated both the indicator lights will flash simultaneously 3 Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute CAUTION Do not operate the engine with the tachometer pointer in the red area Engine damage will occur 4 High Beam Indicator Light This light shows that the headlights are on high beam Pull the multi function control lever to wards the steering wheel...

Page 130: ...ion key from OFF to ON have the condition checked promptly Certain conditions such has a loose or missing gas cap poor fuel quality etc may illuminate the light after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing When the engine is running the Malfunction Indica...

Page 131: ...e transmis sion fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing or snow plowing If this light comes on stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster with the transmission in N Neutral until the light goes off 14 Temperature Gage Indicates engine coolant temperature Any read ing within the normal range indicates that the cooling system is operating satisfactorily...

Page 132: ...x digits including leading zeros The odometer is tamper resistant U S federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven There fore if the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the service so that the correct mileage c...

Page 133: ... during starting have the bulb repaired promptly This light also illuminates to indicate that the Antilock Brake System self check is in process at vehicle start up If the light remains on after start up or comes on and stays on at road speeds it may indicate that the ABS has detected a malfunction or has become inoperative In this case the system reverts to standard non antilock brakes Turn the e...

Page 134: ...Light Indicator Light This light shows when the fog lamps are on 23 Brake Warning Light The red BRAKE warning light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and stay on briefly as a bulb check If the bulb does not come on during starting have the bulb repaired promptly If the light stays on longer it may be an indication that the parking brake has not been released If the light remains on...

Page 135: ...time setting will increase each time you press a button RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast Signals Your new radio will provide excellent reception under most operating conditions Like any system however car radios have performance limitations due to mobile op eration and natural phenomena which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning To help you understand and save you...

Page 136: ...upted by such things as lightning power lines and neon signs FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia tions interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out leaving the reception relatively clear which is the major feature of FM radio SALES CODE RBK AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS Radio Operation Power Volume Control Press the...

Page 137: ...se the button The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pressed Balance The Balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Press the BAL button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Fade The Fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE button in and it will pop out Adjust the bal...

Page 138: ...epeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding...

Page 139: ...nition ON and the radio OFF the display will show the time of day If the power is ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track one Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the bottom of the button to retur...

Page 140: ...on to move to the next randomly selected track Press the RND button 4 button a second time to stop Random Play Mode Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between the CD player the optional remote CD changer and the Satellite Radio if equipped When Satellite Radio if equipped is selected SA will appear in your radio display A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite mode Time...

Page 141: ... forward and fast reverse are activated Random Play RND Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road the CD player may skip momentarily Skipping will not damage the disc ...

Page 142: ...ata for the following reasons Excessive vibration Disc inserted upside down Damaged disc Water condensation on optics Radio Display Messages Your radio has been designed to display certain messages when a problem is detected with the CD player 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 143: ...the radio PTY Program Type Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Pressing the PTY button within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broad cast PTY information Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types Program ...

Page 144: ...only operates when in the FM and Satellite if equipped modes The radio display will flash SEEK and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station If no station is found with the selected PTY program type the radio will return to the last preset station If a preset button is activated while in the PTY Program Type mode the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to th...

Page 145: ...on The frequency will be displayed and continu ously updated while the button is pressed Balance BAL The Balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Press the BAL button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Fade The Fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance an...

Page 146: ...o push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice Time Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time To set the clock use a ballpoint pen or similar object to press the hour H or minute M buttons on the radio The time setting will increase each time you press the button Press any other button to exit from the c...

Page 147: ...splayed Tape Press the TAPE button to select the Tape mode Seek Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the current selection Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 7 selections Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection twice to move 2 selections etc the display will show the total n...

Page 148: ...N OFF switch are turned off the pinch roller will automatically retract to protect the tape from any damage When power is restored to the tape player the pinch roller will automatically reengage and the tape will resume play Dolby Noise Reduction The Dolby Noise Reduction System is on when ever the tape player is on but may be switched on off To turn the Dolby Noise Reduction System on off Press t...

Page 149: ...e start of track 1 Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection Scan Press the SCAN button to play 10 seconds of each selection Press the SCAN button a second time to cancel th...

Page 150: ...VD changer if equipped or satellite radio if equipped To select Satellite Radio if equipped press the MODE button until the word SIRIUS appears The following will be displayed in this order After three seconds the current channel name and number will be displayed for five seconds The current program type and channel number will then be displayed for five seconds The current channel name and number...

Page 151: ...forward Press and hold the RW button for fast reverse The audio output can be heard when fast forward and fast reverse are acti vated Disc Down Program Button 5 Press the DISC button 5 button to play the previous disc Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning o...

Page 152: ...o coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satel lite Radio This service offers up to 100 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios System Activation To activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service call the toll free number 888 539 7474 or visit the Sirius web site at www sirius com Please have the follo...

Page 153: ...ts have been displayed The SEEK DOWN will page down until the first four digits are displayed The radio will exit the ESN SID mode when any other button is pushed the ignition is turned OFF or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed ESN SID Access With RBP RBU RAZ and RBQ Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simult...

Page 154: ...search for the next channel Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the button to search down Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released Press and release the SCAN button if equipped to automatically change channels every 7 seconds The radio will pause on each channel for 7 seconds before moving on to the next channel The word 9SCAN9...

Page 155: ...ess the 9SCAN9 button a second time to stop the search NOTE Pressing the 9SEEK9 or 9SCAN9 button while performing a music type scan will change the channel by one and stop the search Pressing a pre set memory button during a music type scan will call up the memory channel and stop the search PTY Button SEEK When the desired program is obtained press the 9SEEK9 button within five seconds The channe...

Page 156: ...an cause intermittent reception Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage 10 DISC REMOTE CD CHANGER Loading the CD Changer Removing the CD Changer Magazine NOTE Always keep the CD changer door closed except when ejecting or installing the magazines The door is designed to keep dust dirt and foreign objects out of the CD changer Handle the magazine with reasonable c...

Page 157: ...1 Open the CD changer compartment located in the right rear cargo area 2 Slide the CD changer door all the way to the right 3 Press the EJECT button UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 4 ...

Page 158: ... by sliding it to the left Loading Discs into the Magazine Gently slide the discs into the magazine with the disc label in the direction indicated on the magazine label up to 10 discs If the discs are installed upside down CD Err will be displayed on the radio 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 159: ...gently press on the exposed edge of the disc There is a light spring tension holding the disc in place NOTE Do not attempt to disassemble the magazine Installing the CD Changer Magazine 1 Open the CD changer compartment located in the right rear cargo area 2 Slide the CD changer door all the way to the right to access the magazine slot UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 4 ...

Page 160: ...ght 4 Slide the changer door to the left to close the changer door REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center and controls the volume and 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 161: ...le station and pressing the bottom of the switch will Seek down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset push button Tape Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next selection on the cassette Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beg...

Page 162: ... go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left hand switch will cause the CD changer to play the next available disc in the 10 disc magazine The center bu...

Page 163: ...ne or both channels as if the treble tone control were turned all the way down To prevent this you should periodically clean the head with a commercially available WET cleaning cassette As preventive maintenance clean the head about every 30 hours of use If you wait until the head becomes very dirty noticeably poor sound it may not be possible to remove all deposits with a simple WET cleaning cass...

Page 164: ...radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Conditioning The controls for the heating air conditioning and venti lation system in this vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior condi...

Page 165: ...ned to the OFF position or the ignition is turned OFF Temperature Control The degree of comfort can be selected by rotating the tem perature control knob in the center The coldest tempera ture setting is on the extreme left and the warmest setting on the extreme right of the rotation The knob can be po sitioned at any point on the dial UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 4 ...

Page 166: ...e defrost air distribution outlets Air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel Use this mode to rapidly cool the inside of the vehicle The Recirculation mode can also be used to temporarily block out outside odors smoke and dust Panel Air flows through the outlets located in the instru ment panel Bi Level Air flows both through the outlets located in the instrument panel and thos...

Page 167: ...accomplished by using a dual infrared sensor located in the face of the control unit The dual infrared sensor independently measures the surface temperature of the driver and passenger Based on the sensor input the system automatically adjusts the air flow temperature the air flow volume and amount of outside air recirculation This maintains a comfortable temperature even under changing condi tion...

Page 168: ...f air from the blower or a LO volume Once the system is set up for your comfort level it is not necessary to change the setting You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically Manual Operation However this system does offer a full complement of manual override features There is a manual blower range used when the AUTO setting is not desired The l...

Page 169: ...ired you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the Recirculate icon button The recirculation mode should only be used temporarily The light on the A C and Recirculate icon buttons will illuminate when these buttons are selected You may use these features separately or with one another Push in on the buttons a second time to change the functions NOTE If the interior of the windows begins...

Page 170: ...y using the defrost mode REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper Washer A switch on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the rear wiper washer function Rotating the center of the switch up to the DEL Delay position or the ON position will activate the wiper Push the lever forward to initiate the wash function in any of the three positions The wash pump will continue to operat...

Page 171: ...t is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radia tor antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water Rear Window Defroster In the lower left of the climate control panel is a push button for rear window defrosting An am ...

Page 172: ...is operating The push button also activates the heated exterior mirrors if so equipped CAUTION Use care when washing the inside of the rear win dow to prevent damage to heating elements Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Also keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT ...

Page 173: ...eater If Equipped 178 m Automatic Transmission 179 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System BTSI 180 Electronically Controlled Five Speed Automatic Transmission 4 7L Engine Only 180 Protect Mode Electronically Controlled Transmission 4 7L Engine Only 180 Gear Ranges 181 Over Temperature Mode 185 Torque Converter Clutch 185 Rocking The Vehicle 186 m Four Wheel Drive Operation 186 5 ...

Page 174: ...ed 194 m Parking Brake 194 m Anti Lock Brake System 197 m On Road Driving Tips 199 m Off Road Driving Tips 200 When To Use 4 Lo Low Range 200 In Snow Mud And Sand 200 Hill Climbing 200 Traction Downhill 201 After Driving Off Road 202 m Tire Safety Information 203 Tire Markings 203 Tire Identification Number TIN 206 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 207 m Tires General Information 211 Tire Inflation P...

Page 175: ...mendations 220 m Fuel Requirements 221 Reformulated Gasoline 222 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 222 MMT In Gasoline 223 Sulfur In Gasoline 223 Materials Added To Fuel 224 m Fuel Tank Filler Cap Gas Cap 224 m Trailer Towing 226 Trailer And Tongue Weight 228 Cooling System Tips Trailer Towing 229 Minimum Vehicle Requirements For Trailer Towing 230 m Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 231 Shifting I...

Page 176: ...st be in the N Neutral or P Park position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear Normal Starting Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal Turn the key to the START position and release when the engine starts If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds turn the key to the OFF po...

Page 177: ...y to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded NOTE To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again If the engine has been flooded it may start to run but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released If this occurs c...

Page 178: ...rmits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the cord to a standard 110 115 volt AC electrical outlet with grounded three wire extension cord Use the heater when temperatures below 0 F 18 C are expected to last for several days The engine block heater cord is located 6 cylinder engine bundled and fastened to the injector rail between injectors 1 and 2 V 8 engine coiled and strapped to the transmis...

Page 179: ... pressed to move the gearshift lever out of P Park WARNING It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when...

Page 180: ...abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a couple hundred miles kilometers Protect Mode Electronically Controlled Transmission 4 7L Engine Only This transmission is monitored electronically for abnor mal conditions If an abnormal condition is detected the transmission s electronic controller will automatically select direct gear in the Drive position or 2nd gear i...

Page 181: ... vehicle in this range Always apply the parking brake first then place the selector in P Park position WARNING Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle you should always shift the vehicle into P Park remove the key from the ignition and apply the parking brak...

Page 182: ...d Otherwise dam age to steering column or shifter could result R Reverse Use this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop N Neutral Shift to N Neutral when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running The engine may be started in this range Set the parking brake if you must leave the vehicle Overdrive For most city and highway driving The transmis sion con...

Page 183: ...ressing the O D OFF switch located on side of the gearshift lever The O D OFF indicator light will illumi nate to show that the switch has been activated When the light is on 4th and 5th gears Overdrive are locked out Pressing the switch a second time restores the Overdrive function The lockout feature is useful when towing a trailer or carrying a heavy load The O D OFF feature must be selected if...

Page 184: ... speed control is desirable Use it also when climbing long grades and for engine brak ing when descending moderately steep grades To pre vent excessive engine speed do not exceed 45 mph 72 km h in this range 1 First For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at low speeds 25 mph 40 km h or less when going downhill To prevent excessive engine speed do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h in this r...

Page 185: ... gear When the vehicle speed drops or during accelera tion the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages NOTE The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm usu ally after 1 3 miles 1 6 4 8 km of driving Because engine speed is higher when the torque converter clutch is not engaged it may seem as if the transmis sion is not shifting into Ove...

Page 186: ...ocking motion cycles This will minimize overheat ing and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle CAUTION When rocking a stuck vehicle by moving between First and R Reverse do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h or drivetrain damage may result FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION Selec TracT Operating Instructions Precautions The Selec Tract transfe...

Page 187: ... on dry hard surfaced roads may cause in creased tire wear and damage to driveline components The PART TIME indicator light located in the instrument panel alerts the driver that a four wheel drive mode which locks the front and rear driveshafts together has been selected This light illuminates when the transfer case is shifted to either the 4 PART TIME or 4LO positions There is no light for the 2...

Page 188: ...driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle Shift Positions For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below 2WD Rear Wheel Drive High Range Normal street and highway driving Dry hard surfaced ...

Page 189: ...ront and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose slippery road surfaces only Do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h Shifting Procedure 2WD to 4 PART TIME or 4 PART TIME to 2WD Shifting between 2WD and 4 PART TIME can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion If the vehicle is in motion shifts can be made up to 55 mph 88 km h With the vehicle in mot...

Page 190: ...is will allow full engagement of the newly selected position Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever 4 FULL TIME to 4 LO or 4 LO to 4 FULL TIME With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift the transmission into N Neutral While the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift the transfer case lever firmly to the desired position Do not pause in transfer case...

Page 191: ...ction is required the 4LO position can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed The 4LO position is intended for loose slippery road surfaces only Driving in the 4LO position on dry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to driveline components When operating your vehicle in 4LO the engine speed is...

Page 192: ...ehicle Shift Positions For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below 4 ALL TIME Normal All Wheel Drive High Range All roads sur faces such as ice snow gravel sand and dry hard pavement N Neutral Neutral Disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle Refer to Recre...

Page 193: ...utomatic transmission may require shutting the engine OFF to avoid gear clash while completing the shift If difficulty occurs shift the trans mission into N Neutral hold foot on brake and turn the engine OFF Make shift to desired mode NOTE Shifting into or out of 4LO is possible with the vehicle completely stopped however difficulty may oc cur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly alig...

Page 194: ...ouplings differ in design their operation is similar Follow the Quadra Trac IIt transfer case shifting infor mation preceding this section for shifting this system VARI LOK FRONT AND REAR AXLES IF EQUIPPED The optional Vari Lok axle is fully automatic and requires no driver input to operate Under normal driving condi tions the unit functions as a standard axle balancing torque evenly between left ...

Page 195: ...tor in the P Park position Make certain the transfer case is in gear Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury When parking on a hill it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in P Park other wise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of P Park The parking brake should always be ...

Page 196: ...er controls or move the vehicle Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death To release the parking brake pull up slightly press the center button then lower the lever completely Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving Failure to do so can lead to brake failure NOTE Parking brake adjustment and ...

Page 197: ... vehicle can lead to loss of braking effectiveness The Anti Lock Brake System conducts a low speed self test at about 12 mph 20 km h If you have your foot lightly on the brake while this test is occurring you may feel slight pedal movement The movement can be more apparent on ice and snow This is normal The Anti Lock Brake System pump motor runs during the self test at 12 mph 20 km h and during an...

Page 198: ...can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others CAUTION The Anti Lock Brake System is subject to possible detrimental effects of electronic interference caused by improperly installed after market radios or tele phones NOTE During severe braking conditions a ...

Page 199: ...c Trac only The Quadra Trac II transfer case engages four wheel drive automatically when required Do not drive too fast for road conditions especially when roads are wet or slushy A wedge of water can build up between the tire tread and the road This hydroplaning action can cause loss of traction braking ability and control Under such conditions engage 4 wheel drive Selec Trac only After going thr...

Page 200: ...ud or sand to get heavy loads rolling or whenever High range four wheel drive traction is insufficient In Snow Mud and Sand In heavy snow when pulling a load or for additional control at slower speeds shift the transmission to a low gear and shift the transfer case to 4 LO if necessary Don t shift to a lower gear than necessary to maintain headway Over revving the engine can spin the wheels and tr...

Page 201: ...he wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of a hill ease off the accelerator and maintain headway by turning the front wheels sharply left and right This will provide fresh bite into the surface and will usually provide traction to complete the climb Traction Downhill Shift the transmission into a low gear and the transfer case to 4 LO range Let the vehicle go slowly down the hill with all...

Page 202: ...brush These things could be a fire hazard They might hide damage to fuel lines brake hoses axle pinion seals and propeller shafts After extended operation in mud sand water or similar dirty conditions have brake rotors wheels brake linings and axle yokes inspected and cleaned as soon as possible WARNING Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking Y...

Page 203: ...5 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have ...

Page 204: ...re based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Milimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section Width in Inches in R Construction Code 9R9 means Radial Construction 9D9 means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in 204 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 205: ...nditions ie tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL Extra Load or Reinforced Tire Light Load Light Load Tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum Load indicates the maximum load...

Page 206: ...ol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location 2 digits L9 Code representing the tire size 2 digits ABCD Code used by tire manufacturer 1 to 4 digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Num...

Page 207: ...side B pillar Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 the total weight your vehicle can carry 3 the tire size designed for your vehicle 4 the cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires STARTING AND OPERATING 207 5 ...

Page 208: ...WR s vehicle loading and trailer towing see the Vehicle Loading section of this manual To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed ...

Page 209: ...uggage load capacity calculated in step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating ...

Page 210: ...210 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 211: ...ure 1 Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob lems You could lose control of your vehicle Overinflated or...

Page 212: ... 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 can cause erratic and unpredict able steering response Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure for passe...

Page 213: ...lues molded into the tire sidewall Tire pressures may increase from 13 to 40 kPa 2 to 6 psi 0 138 to 0 414 bar during operation DO NOT reduce this normal pressure buildup High Speed Operation WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious accident Don t drive a vehicle loaded to maximum capacity ...

Page 214: ... area because of sidewall flexing Consult your dealer for radial tire repairs Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 35 mph 55 km h WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster tha...

Page 215: ...provide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct inflation pressure The manufacture strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in quality and performance when replacement is needed see section on tread wear indicators Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety handling ride and fuel economy of...

Page 216: ...your vehicle Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire size listed on your vehicle s tire label Using a smaller tire could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control Overloading your tires is dangerous Overloading can c...

Page 217: ...System TPM monitors the pressure in all 4 road tires and the full size spare 5 Tire TPM System Only The TPM system uses wireless technology to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the over head console The tire pressure status is shown in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC display R...

Page 218: ... The TPM system has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPM system pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable operation or sensor dam age 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 tire sealant or balance beads if your vehicle is e...

Page 219: ...to EVIC Retrain Tire Sensors in Section 3 for more information It is necessary to program the EVIC with the new sensor s or the new position of each sensor as it is rotated to a different corner of the vehicle If a wheel rotation is not followed by the retrain proce dure the system will not properly inform you of the correct vehicle location of a low or high tire pressure General Information This ...

Page 220: ... large bumps potholes and extreme driving maneuvers TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering handling and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates and develop irregular wear patterns These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worth...

Page 221: ...ium gasoline is not recommended The use of premium gasoline will provide no benefit over high quality regular gasoline and in some circumstances may result in poorer performance NOTE 4 7L HO Engines If Equipped High quality premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 is recommended but not required Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued hea...

Page 222: ...urning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and is spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality The manufacturer strongly supports the use of reformu lated gasoline Properly blended reformulated gasoline will provide excellent performance and durability for the engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blen...

Page 223: ...her than allowed in the United States MMT is pro hibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline Sulfur In Gasoline If you live in the northeast United States your vehicle may have been designed to meet California low emission standards with clean burning low sulfur California gasoline Gasoline sold outside of California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels which may affect the perfor...

Page 224: ...er additives is not needed under normal conditions FUEL TANK FILLER CAP GAS CAP WARNING To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap has been designed for use with this vehicle When the gas cap is removed for refueling...

Page 225: ... injury The volatility of some gasoline may cause a buildup of pressure in the fuel tank which may increase while you drive This pressure can result in a spray of gasoline and or vapors when the cap is removed from a hot vehicle Removing the cap slowly allows the pressure to vent and prevents fuel spray Never add fuel when the engine is running Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the v...

Page 226: ...with a tag located under the instrument panel behind the brake pedal Other equipment such as trailer sway controls and braking equipment trailer equalizing leveling equipment and low profile mirrors may also be required or strongly recommended To maintain warranty coverage follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning ve hicles used for trailer towing Perform maintenance se...

Page 227: ...e with that of the trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury Trailer brakes are required for trailers in excess of 2 000 lbs 907 kg Do not connect a trailer lighting system directly to the lighting system of your vehicle Use an approved trailer wiring harness Failure to do so could damage the vehicle electrical system and or result in personal injury When hauling car...

Page 228: ... is not equipped with a trailer tow package the Mopart accessory towing harnesses are the only approved method to provide for trailer lights These harnesses are designed to provide current to the trailer lights but bypass the module designed to monitor tail lights Refer to the package instructions for details Trailer and Tongue Weight Gross Trailer Weight GTW means the weight of the trailer plus t...

Page 229: ...nsmission over heating in high ambient conditions take the following actions City Traffic When stopped put transmission in N Neutral and increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily To reduce the potential for transmission overheating turn the Overdrive off when pulling any trailer or shift the transmission to Drive position 2 on more severe grades ...

Page 230: ...Minimum Vehicle Requirements for Trailer Towing 230 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 231: ... may result Other restrictions apply concerning trailer type trailer frontal area and tongue weight Carefully review the Minimum Vehicle Requirements chart in this section before towing a trailer RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC CAUTION Internal damage to the transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing NOTE The transfer case must be in the N Neut...

Page 232: ...l parts 1 Depress brake pedal 2 Shift transmission into N Neutral 3 Shift transfer case lever into N Neutral 4 Start engine 5 Shift transmission into D Drive 6 Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement 7 Shut the engine OFF and place the ignition key into the unlocked OFF position 8 Shift transmission into P Park 9 Apply parking brake 10 Attach vehicle to the tow vehicle wit...

Page 233: ...e lever to desired position 3 Shift transmission into D Drive NOTE When shifting out of transfer case N Neutral turning the engine OFF may be required to avoid gear clash WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N Neutral position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case N Neutral position disengages both the f...

Page 234: ...ftermarket equipment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the front end structure The airbags could deploy unexpect edly or could fail to deploy during a collision WARNING Do not add a snow plow winches or any other aftermarket equipment to the front of your vehicle This could adversely affect the functioning of the airbag s...

Page 235: ...ashers 236 m If Your Engine Overheats 237 m Changing A Flat Tire 238 Jack And Lug Wrench Locations 238 Spare Tire Location 239 Tire Changing Procedure 242 m Jump Starting Procedure 246 m Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped 248 m Towing A Disabled Vehicle 248 6 ...

Page 236: ...r near the road It warns other drivers to steer clear of you and your vehicle This is an emergency warning system not to be used when the vehicle is in motion To activate the warning flasher push down on the button on top of the steering column until it latches To turn the warning flasher off push down again to unlatch the button NOTE With extended use the flasher may run down your battery 236 WHA...

Page 237: ...d turning off the A C removes this heat You can also turn the Temperature Control to maximum heat the Mode Control to floor and the Fan Control to High This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system CAUTION Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle If the temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the ...

Page 238: ...perate the jack and a wheel wrench that also is used as a crank for the jack is stored under the right rear seat The scissor type jack is located under the left rear seat To remove the jack from its stowage position turn the wing nut counterclockwise to loosen the jack assembly and then remove it 238 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 239: ...ack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes unless suitable sup ports are placed under the vehicle as a safety measure The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Spare Tire Location To Remove the Spare Tire 1 Open the liftgate 2 Grasp the cover on both sides at the edge adjacent to the carpet depressions and lift the cover to unlatch T...

Page 240: ...el facing upward a Replace the hold down nut b Reinstall the cover by inserting the hinges through the carpet into the brackets at about a 30 degree angle and lower into position Press down to lock the cover in position 2 Your vehicle is equipped with either a temporary use spare tire or a conventional spare tire Maintain the temporary use spare tire pressure at 60 psi 420 kPa and the conventional...

Page 241: ...emporary use spare tire or a conventional spare tire Maintain the temporary use spare tire pressure at 60 psi 420 kPa and the conventional spare at 33 psi 228 kPa Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only and are not intended for driving more than 50 miles 80 km or exceeding 50 mph 80 km h Never drive your vehicle with more than one compact spare installed at any time If your vehicle is...

Page 242: ...e hazard warning flasher Avoid jacking up the vehicle with occupants inside If the jack should fall someone in the vehicle could be hurt Block the front and rear of the diagonally opposite tire For example if the right front tire is being changed block the left rear wheel Instructions 1 Remove the spare tire from under the cargo floor jack and jack tools from under the left and right rear seat 2 L...

Page 243: ... Locate the jack as shown For the front axle place it under the axle near the wheel to be changed For the rear axle place it under the axle as shown Front Jacking Location WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 243 6 ...

Page 244: ...gh to remove the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts and wheel 7 Position the spare wheel tire on the vehicle and install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts until they are equally snug using a crisscross pattern To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered 8 Lower the vehicle and remove th...

Page 245: ...ould injure someone in the vehicle Always stow the jack parts and the extra tire and wheel in the places provided Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Apply the pa...

Page 246: ... the transmission in P Park and turn the ignition to OFF for both vehicles 3 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electrical loads 4 Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 5 Connect the other cable first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and t...

Page 247: ...attery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area immediately with large amounts of water Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source that has a greater than 12 volt system i e do not use a 24 volt power source Never attempt to jump start a discharged battery that is frozen because it c...

Page 248: ... hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a vehicle stranded off road Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing You could damage your vehicle WARNING Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks Tow straps and chains may break causing serious injury TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE The manufacturer recommends towing with all four wheels off the ground Acceptable methods are to ...

Page 249: ...Programs 254 m Replacement Parts 255 m Dealer Service 255 m Maintenance Procedures 256 Engine Oil 256 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tension 261 Spark Plugs 261 Catalytic Converter 261 Crankcase Emission Control System 263 Fuel Filter 263 Air Cleaner Filter 264 Maintenance Free Battery 264 Air Conditioner Maintenance 265 Power Steering Fluid Check 266 7 ...

Page 250: ...esses 274 Brake System 274 Automatic Transmission 277 Transfer Case 280 Front Rear Axle Fluid 281 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 281 m Fuse Panel 286 Interior Fuses 286 Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center 288 m Vehicle Storage 289 m Replacement Bulbs 289 m Fluid Capacities 291 m Recommended Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 292 Engine 292 Chassis 293 250 MAINTAINING YOUR VEH...

Page 251: ...4 0L ENGINE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 251 7 ...

Page 252: ...4 7L 4 7 HO ENGINE 252 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 253: ...ndicator Light It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indica tor Light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy ...

Page 254: ...a battery replacement If the OBD system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD system is ready you must do the following 1 Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch 2 Turn the ignition to the ON position but do not ...

Page 255: ...dy Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD system is ready or not ready if the MIL symbol is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on with the engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopart parts for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly ...

Page 256: ...ed maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance However if a malfunction of these items does occur it could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance These items should be inspected if a malfunctio...

Page 257: ...hecking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level between the MIN and MAX or ADD and SAFE markings on the dipstick Adding 1 U S Quart 0 95L of oil when the reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these engines 4 0L Engines 4 7L Engines MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 257 7 ...

Page 258: ...ur driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing Taxi Police or delivery service Commercial Service Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow the maintenance recommenda tions in Maintenance S...

Page 259: ...can Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API The manufacturer only recommends API Certified engine oils Engine Oil Viscosity Chart The proper SAE viscosity grade of engine oil should be selected based on the following recommendation and be within the operating temperature shown in the engine o...

Page 260: ...your local authorized dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection All of the manufacturer s engines have a full flow type disposable oil filter Use a filter of this type for replace ment The quality ...

Page 261: ...nterference between the belts and other engine components Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor mance and emission control New spark plugs should be installed at the specified mileage The entire set should be replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label in the engine compartment for spark plug ...

Page 262: ...e WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex haust system Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any thing that can burn In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnorm...

Page 263: ...an result in civil penalties being assessed against you Crankcase Emission Control System Proper operation of this system depends on freedom from sticking or plugging due to deposits As vehicle mileage builds up the PCV valve and passages may accumulate deposits If a valve is not working properly replace it with a new valve DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE Check ventilation hose for indic...

Page 264: ...ase of engine backfire Do not remove the air cleaner unless it is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compart ment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Maintenance Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic m...

Page 265: ...tified on the battery case Also if a fast charger is used while battery is in the vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables be fore connecting the charger to 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 Dealer at the start of each warm season This ser...

Page 266: ... R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar bon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro tection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment NOTE Air Conditioning systems found to be contami nated with A C System Sealers Stop Leak...

Page 267: ... not require lubrication Prop shafts yokes ball joints and other driveline and steering components may be provided with grease fittings for lubrication Lubrication of these com ponents at the intervals specified in the appropriate Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 is very important particularly if your vehicle is subjected to off road or other heavy duty use See your authorized dealer for complete...

Page 268: ...des Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to wipe frost or ice from the windshield Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc Windshield Washers Front and Rear On vehicles equipped with a Vehicle Information Center the low washer fluid level will be indicated When the...

Page 269: ... adjacent body areas for broken dam aged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri cation or oil change Replace as required Cooling System WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator If ...

Page 270: ...irty and contains a considerable amount of sediment clean and flush with reliable cooling system cleaner Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals Engine Coolant Disposal Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community Do not store ethylene gly...

Page 271: ...py lene Glycol base coolants is not recommended Adding Coolant When adding coolant a minimum solution of 50 rec ommended HOAT ethylene glycol coolant in water should be used Use higher concentrations not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 37 F 38 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water antifreeze solution The use of lower quality wate...

Page 272: ... Never add coolant when the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an over heated engine Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure Coolant Level Check the coolant level at least once a month or more often in hot weather Check the level when the engine is at norm...

Page 273: ... not overfill the coolant bottle Check coolant freeze point in the system If frequent coolant additions are required or if the level in the recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks Maintain coolant concentration at 50 ethylene glycol antifreeze minimum in water for proper corrosion protection of your engine that contains aluminum co...

Page 274: ...esent Components should be replaced immedi ately if there is any evidence of degradation that could cause failure Brake System In order to assure brake system performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Refer to the appropriate Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for suggested service intervals WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident ...

Page 275: ...o ease the assembly of hoses to couplings There fore oil wetness at the hose coupling area is not neces sarily an indication of leakage Actual dripping of hot fluid when systems are under pressure during vehicle operation should be noted before hose is replaced based on leakage NOTE Inspection of brake hoses should be done when ever the brake system is serviced and every engine oil change WARNING ...

Page 276: ...d on the brake fluid reservoir With disc brakes fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type WARNING Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or unidentified ...

Page 277: ...uids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer s recomm...

Page 278: ... reading At normal operating temperature approximately 180 F 82 C the fluid level is correct if it is in the HOT region cross hatched area on the oil level indicator The fluid level indicator should be in the COLD region at 70 F 21 C fluid temperature If the fluid level is low add sufficient fluid to bring to the proper level Refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct flu...

Page 279: ...erence holes on the dipstick at normal operat ing temperature Verify that solid coating of oil is seen on both sides of the dipstick If the fluid is low add as required into the dipstick tube Do not overfill After adding any quantity of oil through the oil fill tube wait a minimum of two 2 minutes for the oil to fully drain into the transmission before rechecking the fluid level NOTE If it is nece...

Page 280: ...remains engaged in the dipstick tube Special Additives The manufacturer recommends against the addition of any additives to the transmission Exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks Transfer Case Fluid Level Check Inspect the transfer case for fluid leaks If a fluid leak is found the transfer case fluid level can be checked by removing the filler plug loc...

Page 281: ...1 cm below the oil fill hole Adding Fluid Add lubricant only at the fill hole and only to the level specified above Selection of Lubricant Use only manufacturer s recommended fluid refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to ...

Page 282: ... in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Washing Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle wash it as soon as possible Use Mopart Auto Polish to remove road film and stains and to polish...

Page 283: ...ctive coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos sible The cost of such repairs is considered the respon sibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de icer salt etc assure 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 Mopart Touch Up Paint on scratches as so...

Page 284: ... soft cloth and Mopart Total Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking the leather with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean the leather Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with any commercial house...

Page 285: ...p solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly Maintenance After Off Pavement Driving After extended operation in mud sand or water or similar dirty conditions have your brake drums brake linings and axle joints inspected and cleaned as soon as possible This will prevent any a...

Page 286: ... change all lubricants and lubricate body compo nents all driveline joints and steering linkage more often than in normal service to prevent excessive wear FUSE PANEL Interior Fuses The fuse panel is on the lower instrument panel just to the left of the steering column A label is stamped on the fuse panel cover to identify each fuse for ease of replace ment 286 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 287: ...Red Rear Window Defroster In dicator 12 10 Amp Red Auto Shut Down Relay 9Fuel9 Cavity Fuse Description 13 Spare 14 10 Amp Red Headlight Low Left 15 10 Amp Red Headlight Low Right 16 10 Amp Red Headlight High Right 17 10 Amp Red Instrument Cluster Diag nostic Connector 18 30 Amp Trailer Tow 19 10 Amp Red Antilock Brakes 20 10 Amp Red Ignition Run 21 10 Amp Red Ignition Run Start PDC 22 10 Amp Red I...

Page 288: ...ition Run Only Airbag C1 20 Amp Wiper Circuit Breaker C2 20 Amp Seats Circuit Breaker C3 Spare Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center Your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distri bution center located in the engine compartment near the battery This power center houses plug in Cartridge fuses which replace in line fusible links The power center also contains Mini fuses and plug in fu...

Page 289: ...attery Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Lights Bulb Type A C Heater Not Serviceable...

Page 290: ...ront Park Turn Light Limited 3157A Exterior Lights Bulb Type Front Park Turn Light Laredo 3157A Front Side Marker Limited 194NA Front Side Marker Laredo 194NA Headlights Low Beam 9006XS Headlights High Beam 9005XS Rear License Plate Light 168 Rear Stop Tail Lights 3157A Rear Turn Signal Lights 2 3157A NOTE Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer If ...

Page 291: ...7HO Liter Engine SAE 5W 30 API Certified Engine Oil 6 Qts 5 7 Liters Cooling System 4 0 Liter Engine Mopart Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 15 Qts 14 1 Liters 4 7 4 7HO Liter Engine Mopart Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 14 5 Qts 13 7 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 291 7 ...

Page 292: ...mended for the 4 0L engine API Certified SAE 5W 30 Engine Oil is recommended for the 4 7L 4 7LHO engine Refer to oil viscosity chart for correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Oil Filter All Engines Mopart Oil Filter P N 05281090 Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com partment Fuel Selection 87 Octane 91 Octane is recommen...

Page 293: ...t or equivalent of SAE 75W 140 API GL5 if equipped with a Dana M35 or M44 Vari Lokt rear axle Mopart Gear Lubricant or equivalent of SAE 80W 90 API GL5 if equipped with a Dana M44 rear axle without Vari Lokt For trailer towing applications use a SAE 75W 140 Syn thetic Gear Lubricant in rear axle Vari Lokt equipped axles require a friction modifier additive Brake Master Cylinder Mopart DOT 3 SAE J1...

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Page 295: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance 296 m Maintenance Schedules 296 Schedule B 299 Schedule A 310 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 296: ...vices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle First is Schedule B It is for vehicles that a...

Page 297: ...f the conditions listed under Sched ule B Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi tions Where time and mileage are listed follow the interval that occurs first CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle At Each Stop for Fuel Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level wh...

Page 298: ...operation At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the exhaust system Inspect brake hoses Check the coolant level hoses and clamps Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on Schedule A 6 000 miles 10 000 km or every other interval shown on Schedule B 6 000 miles 10 000 km After completion of off road operation the underside of the vehicle should be thoroughly inspected Ex...

Page 299: ...e than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing Taxi police or delivery service commercial service Off road or desert driving If equipped for and operated with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow the maintenance rec ommendations in M...

Page 300: ...er X X X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec essary X Lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering suspension ball joints X X Drain and refill the front and rear axles X Inspect the brake linings X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X 300 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 301: ...ricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering suspension ball joints X X X Drain and refill the front and rear axles X Inspect the brake linings X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and change filter 4 0L Only X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and replace main sump filter 4 7L Only X Drain the transfer case and refill Q...

Page 302: ...ngine air cleaner filter replace if nec essary X Drain and refill the front and rear axles X Inspect the brake linings X Lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering suspension ball joints X X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X Inspect and replace drive belt if necessary 4 0L Only X 302 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 303: ...l joints X X X Clean and lubricate brake caliper pins X X Inspect the brake linings X X Drain and refill the front and rear axles X X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and change filter 4 0L Only X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and replace main sump filter 4 7L Only X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not re quired if belt was previously replaced 4 0L...

Page 304: ...bricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering suspension ball joints X X Inspect the brake linings X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required if belt was previously replaced 4 0L Only X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed 4 7L Only X 304 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H...

Page 305: ...ecessary L X Replace the spark plugs X Lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering suspension ball joints X X X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid Quadra Trac Models Only X Inspect the brake linings X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and change filter 4 0L Only X SCHEDULE B 30...

Page 306: ...44 000 Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid replace main sump filter and spin on cooler return filter if equipped 4 7L Only X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required if belt was previously replaced X 306 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 307: ...nec essary X Lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering suspension ball joints X X Inspect the brake linings X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required if belt was previously replaced X Flush and replace the engine coolant X SCHEDULE B 307 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 308: ... Replace the spark plugs X Lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering suspension ball joints X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and change filter 4 0L Only X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and replace main sump filter 4 7L On...

Page 309: ...ion is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts L This maintenance is recommended by the manufac turer to the owner but is not required to maintain emissions warranty Off highway operation trailer towing taxi limousine bus or other types of commercial service or prolonged operation with heavy loading especially in hot weather require front and rear axle service indicated with a in Schedule B Per...

Page 310: ...air cleaner filter and replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering suspension ball joints X X Inspect the brake linings X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X Inspect transfer case fluid Selec Trac Models Only X Drain the transfer case and refill Quadra Trac Models Only X 310 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 311: ...hs 36 42 48 54 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X Lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering sus pension ball joints X X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X X SCHEDULE A 311 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 312: ...k plugs X Lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering sus pension ball joints X X Inspect and replace the drive belt if necessary 4 0L Only Not required if belt was previously replaced X X Flush and replace the engine coolant X Inspect the brake linings X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X Inspect transfer case fluid Selec Trac Models Only X Drain the transfer case and refill Quadr...

Page 313: ...Replace the spark plugs X Lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering sus pension ball joints X X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not re quired if previously replaced X Flush and replace the engine coolant if not replaced at 60 months X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and change filter 4 0...

Page 314: ...in and refill the automatic transmission fluid replace main sump filter and spin on cooler return filter if equipped 4 7L Only X Inspect the transfer case fluid Selec Trac Models Only X Drain the transfer case and refill Quadra Trac Models Only X 314 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 315: ...spension ball joints X X Inspect the brake linings X Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins X Inspect and replace the drive belt if not previously replaced X X Drain the transfer case and refill Selec Trac and Quadra Trac Models X Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts L This maintenance is recommended by the manufac ...

Page 316: ...ound a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic 316 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 317: ...ing Service For Your Vehicle 318 Prepare For The Appointment 318 Prepare A List 318 Be Reasonable With Requests 318 m If You Need Assistance 318 m Warranty Information 321 m Mopart Parts 323 m Reporting Safety Defects 323 In Canada 323 m Publication Order Forms 324 9 ...

Page 318: ...number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap pointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally inte...

Page 319: ... not satisfied talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership They want to know if you need assistance If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern you may contact the Manufacturer s Customer Center Any communication to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Dealership name Vehicle...

Page 320: ...ited States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex pected repairs after your manufacturer s new vehicle limited warranty expires The manufacturer stands be hind only the manufacturer s Service Contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s Service Contrac...

Page 321: ...to your contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased your new vehicle Your dealer has also made a major investment in facilities tools and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with your ownership experience You ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or rela...

Page 322: ...322 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 323: ...ay order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Wash ington DC area or write to NHTSA U S Dept of Transportation Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety fro...

Page 324: ...nts is written in straightforward language with illustrations diagrams and charts Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Filled with diagrams charts and detailed illustrations these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled vehicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubl...

Page 325: ...l Toll Free at 1 800 890 4038 U S or 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at www techauthority daimlerchrysler com or www daimlerchrysler ca manuals IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 325 9 ...

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Page 328: ...nment and Balance 217 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antenna Satellite Radio 155 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 291 Anti Lock Brake System 197 Anti Lock Warning Light 133 Anti Theft System 23 Appearance Care 281 Arming Theft System 23 Automatic Dimming Mirror 60 Automatic Door Locks 19 Automatic Headlights 77 Automatic Temperature Control 167 Automatic Transmission 179 277 Adding Fluid 278 279 Flu...

Page 329: ...nti Lock 133 197 Hoses 274 Master Cylinder 276 Parking 194 Trailer Towing 227 Warning Light 134 Brake Transmission Interlock 180 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 51 Bulb Replacement 289 Calibration Compass 104 Capacities Fluid 291 Caps Filler Fuel 224 Radiator 272 Car Washes 282 Carbon Monoxide Warning 51 Cargo Area Cover 118 Cargo Area Features 118 Cargo Compartment 118 Light 118 Luggage Carr...

Page 330: ... Restraint Tether Anchors 47 Child Safety Locks 18 Climate Control 164 Clock 135 Compact Disc Maintenance 163 Compact Spare Tire 241 Compass 101 104 Compass Calibration 104 Compass Variance 105 Computer Trip Travel 101 Console Overhead 89 Contract Service 320 Converter Catalytic 261 Cooling System 269 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 271 Coolant Capacity 291 Coolant Level 272 Disposal of Used Coolant 270...

Page 331: ...ht 79 Dipsticks Automatic Transmission 278 Oil Engine 256 Power Steering 266 Disabled Vehicle Towing 248 Disarming Theft System 23 Disposal Engine Oil 260 Used Engine Fluids 260 Door Locks 15 17 Door Locks Automatic 19 Door Opener Garage 106 Drive Belts 261 Driving 199 Off Pavement 200 On Hills 200 On Slippery Surfaces 200 Electric Remote Mirrors 61 Electrical Outlet Auxiliary 115 Electronic Speed...

Page 332: ...51 252 Cooling 269 Exhaust Gas Caution 51 Fails to Start 177 Flooded Starting 177 Fuel Requirements 221 291 Jump Starting 246 Malfunction Indicator 130 Oil 291 Oil Change Interval 258 Oil Disposal 260 Oil Filter 260 Oil Filter Disposal 260 Oil Pressure Gauge 130 Oil Selection 291 Overheating 237 Starting 176 Temperature Gauge 131 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 259 Entry System Illuminated 15 Exhaust G...

Page 333: ...l Checks Automatic Transmission 277 278 Engine Oil 256 Power Steering 266 Fog Lights 79 Four Wheel Drive Operation 186 Four Way Hazard Flasher 236 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 186 Front Axle 281 Fuel 221 Filler Cap 224 Filler Door 224 Filter 263 Gasoline 221 Gauge 133 Light 134 Materials Added 224 Octane Rating 221 Requirements 291 Tank Capacity 291 Fuel System Caution 225 Fuses 286 Garage Door Opener ...

Page 334: ... 284 Glove Compartment 116 Hazard Warning Flasher 236 Head Restraints 64 Head Rests 64 Headlights 77 High Beam 129 On With Wipers 77 Heated Mirrors 61 Heated Seats 71 Heater Engine Block 178 Holder Cup 116 Homelink Transmitter 106 Hood Release 74 Hoses 274 Identifying Your Engine 251 252 Ignition Key 11 Illuminated Entry 15 Infant Restraint 44 Inflation Pressure Tires 212 Information Center Vehicl...

Page 335: ...6 Key Programming 14 Key Replacement 13 Key Sentry 12 Key In Reminder 12 Keyless Entry System 20 Keys 11 Lane Change and Turn Signals 129 Lap Belts 33 Lap Shoulder Belts 27 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 47 Lead Free Gasoline 221 Leaks Fluid 53 Liftgate Flipper Glass 15 Liftgate Window Wiper Washer 170 Lights 53 75 Airbag 44 129 Alarm 52 Anti Lock 133 Automatic Headlights 77 Battery S...

Page 336: ...ow Fuel 134 Malfunction Indicator 130 Map Reading 75 Passing 79 Reading 75 89 Seat Belt Reminder 133 Sentry Key 130 Transfer Case 131 Transmission Warning 131 Turn Signal 76 79 129 Vanity Mirror 62 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 129 Loading Vehicle Tires 207 Locks 15 Automatic Door 19 Child Protection 18 Door 15 17 Liftgate Tailgate 15 Power Door 18 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LA...

Page 337: ... 89 Master Cylinder 276 Memory Seat 68 Memory Seats and Radio 68 Mini Trip Computer 103 Mirrors 59 Automatic Dimming 60 Electric Powered 61 Electric Remote 61 Exterior Folding 61 Heated 61 Outside 61 Rearview 59 Vanity 62 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 8 Monitor Tire Pressure System 92 217 Mopar Parts 255 323 Multi Function Control Lever 76 Navigation System 152 New Vehicle Break In Period 51 O...

Page 338: ... 106 Outside Rearview Mirrors 61 Overdrive 132 182 Overhead Console 89 Overheating Engine 237 Owner s Manual 324 Paint Care 281 Paint Damage 281 Panic Alarm 21 Parking Brake 194 Passing Light 79 Pedals Adjustable 84 Placard Tire and Loading Information 207 Polishing and Waxing 282 Power Distribution Center 288 Door Locks 18 Mirrors 61 Outlet 115 Seats 65 Steering 266 Sunroof 112 Windows 24 Pregnan...

Page 339: ...170 Rear Wiper Washer 170 Rearview Mirrors 59 Reclining Front Seats 63 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 292 Recreational Towing 231 Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral N 232 Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 233 Reformulated Gasoline 222 Refrigerant 266 Reminder Lights On 78 Reminder Seat Belt 33 Remote Keyless Entry 20 Remote Sound System Controls 160 Replacement Bulbs 289 Re...

Page 340: ...ntenna 155 Schedule Maintenance 296 Seat Belt Maintenance 52 Seat Belt Reminder 33 Seat Belts 27 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 30 And Pregnant Women 34 Child Restraint 44 Extender 35 Front Seat 27 Inspection 52 Maintenance 52 Rear Seat 33 Reminder 133 Shoulder Belt Anchorage 30 Seats 63 Adjustment 63 Head Restraints 64 Heated 71 Memory 68 Power 65 Rear Folding 71 Reclining 63 Security Agains...

Page 341: ...s 220 Snow Plow 234 Spare Tire 239 241 Spark Plugs 261 Specifications Fuel 221 Oil 259 Speed Control 86 Speedometer 129 Starting 176 Automatic Transmission 176 Cold Weather 177 178 Emergency Jump Starting 246 Engine Block Heater 178 Engine Fails to Start 177 Starting Procedures 176 Steering Power 266 Wheel Tilt 84 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 160 Storage 289 Storage Vehicle 289 Sto...

Page 342: ...light 80 Tire and Loading Information Placard 207 Tire Identification Number TIN 206 Tire Markings 203 Tire Safety Information 203 Tires 53 211 Air Pressure 212 Alignment and Balance 217 Chains 220 Changing 238 242 Compact Spare 241 General Information 211 High Speed 213 Inflation Pressures 212 Jacking 242 Load Capacity 207 208 Pressure Monitor System 92 217 Radial 214 Replacement 215 Rotation 218...

Page 343: ...nce 280 Transmission Automatic 179 277 Maintenance 277 Shifting 181 Warning Light 131 Transmitter Battery Service 22 Transmitter Garage Door Opener 106 Transmitter Programming 22 Tread Wear Indicators 215 Trip Odometer 132 Trip Odometer Reset Button 132 Turn Signals 79 129 Underhood Fuses 288 Universal Transmitter 106 Upholstery Care 284 Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 274 Vanity Mirrors 62 Variance Compas...

Page 344: ...id 171 Washers Windshield 80 268 Washing Vehicle 282 Waxing and Polishing 282 Wheel Alignment and Balance 217 Wheel Changing 242 Wheel Mounting 244 Wheel Nut Torque 245 Wind Buffeting 25 Window Fogging 170 Windows Power 24 Windshield Defroster 53 167 168 Windshield Washers 80 Fluid 268 Windshield Wiper Blades 268 Windshield Wipers 80 Wipers Intermittent 81 Wipers Rain Sensitive 82 344 INDEX ...

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