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Liftgate, Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63,64

Lubrication, Body

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363

Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Maintenance Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392

Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395

Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 178,349
Manual, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416
Master Cylinder (Brakes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Memory Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Memory Seats and Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Mini-Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Electric Powered

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Electric Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Exterior Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Mopar Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350,415
Multi-Displacement Engine System . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Multi-Function Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

INDEX

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Summary of Contents for 2006 commander

Page 1: ...HICLE 11 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 249 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 329 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 391 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 411 10 INDEX 419 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 Roll Over Warning 5 䡵 How To Use This Manual 7 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 7 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 8 䡵 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 9 1 ...

Page 4: ...ther severe conditions suited for a four wheel drive vehicle Before you start to drive this vehicle read this manual Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls particu larly those used for braking 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 th...

Page 5: ...in an unsafe manner all vehicles can be caused to go out of control Because of the higher center of gravity and the narrower track if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over when some other vehicles may not Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle control Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident ro...

Page 6: ...aint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents You are urged to read these publications carefully Following the instruc tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle NOTE After you read the manual it should be stored in the vehicle f...

Page 7: ...ts or other reproductive harm HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the table of contents to determine which section contains the information you desire The detailed index at the rear of the manual contains a complete listing of all subjects WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury It also contains CAUTIONS against...

Page 8: ...ible 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 vehicle identification number and optional equip ment NOTE It is illegal to remove the VIN label Vehicle Identification Number 8 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 9: ...FICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death INTRODUCTION 9 1 ...

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Page 11: ... 15 Important Note About Service 16 Replacement Keys 16 Customer Key Programming 17 General Information 17 䡵 Illuminated Entry 18 䡵 Doors And Door Locks 18 Manual Door Locks 18 Power Door Locks 20 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry 21 To Unlock The Doors 21 To Lock The Doors 22 To Release The Liftgate Flipper Glass 22 Using The Panic Alarm 23 General Information 24 2 ...

Page 12: ...ing 31 䡵 Occupant Restraints 32 Lap Shoulder Belts 33 Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 34 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 37 Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped 38 Energy Management Feature 38 Seat Belt Pretensioners 39 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert 40 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 41 Seat Belt Extender 41 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems...

Page 13: ...䡵 Safety Tips 69 Exhaust Gas 69 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 70 Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 2 ...

Page 14: ...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 OFF 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 OFF and remove the key Ignition Key Positions 14 T...

Page 15: ...erate 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 SKIM indicator light will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check Afterwards if...

Page 16: ...erference 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 Re...

Page 17: ... Insert the second valid key and turn the ignition switch ON within 15 seconds After ten seconds a chime will sound and the SKIM 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 SKIM indicator light will stop...

Page 18: ... the doors from inside the vehicle If the plunger is down when the door is closed the door will lock Therefore make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door WARNING For personal security and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ign...

Page 19: ...h child protection locks If you push up on the lever on the open edge of the door it cannot be opened from the inside of the vehicle Push the lever down to disengage the child protection locks WARNING Avoid trapping anyone 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 Child Lock Control THINGS TO KNOW BEFO...

Page 20: ...s will not lock The rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle until you pull up the lock plungers Automatic Door Locks If this feature is selected your door locks will lock automatically if the vehicle speed is above 15 mph 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 Electronic Vehicle Informatio...

Page 21: ...meters using a hand held radio trans mitter The transmitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system NOTE If the key is in the ignition switch then all buttons on that transmitter will be disabled The buttons on the remaining transmitters will work If the vehicle is shifted out of P Park all the transmitter buttons are disabled for all keys To Unlock the Doors Press and release th...

Page 22: ...mitter to lock all doors The turn signal lights will flash once to acknowledge the lock signal The horn will chirp once to acknowledge the signal If desired the Sound Horn On Lock feature can be turned on and off by referring to the Customer Programmable Features of the Electronic Ve hicle Information Center EVIC section or by following these steps 1 Press and hold the Lock button for 4 to 10 seco...

Page 23: ...IC button a second time or if the vehicle speed is 15 mph 24 km h or greater NOTE The interior lights will turn off when the ignition is switched to the ACC or ON position after the panic alarm is activated However the exterior lights and horn will remain on NOTE When you turn off the panic alarm by pressing the PANIC button a second time you may have to be closer to the vehicle due to the radio f...

Page 24: ...eyless Entry transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 A weak battery in the transmitter The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery NOTE Do...

Page 25: ...sure there is an even gap between the two halves Test transmitter operation SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This system monitors the vehicle doors liftgate liftgate flipper glass and ignition for unauthorized operation When the alarm is activated the system provides both audible and visual signals The horn will sound repeat edly for three minutes and the headlights and taillights will flash for ...

Page 26: ... the system use the remote keyless entry transmitter Also using a valid sentry key and moving the ignition switch to the ON START position will disarm the system If something has triggered the system in your absence the horn will sound three times when you unlock the doors Check the vehicle for tampering The Security Alarm System is designed to protect your vehicle however you can create condition...

Page 27: ... key in the lock cylinder will not unlock the liftgate 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 Release THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 2 ...

Page 28: ...the liftgate flipper glass has been opened connec tion to the rear window wiper is interrupted preventing activation of the rear wiper blade while the flipper glass is open 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 Liftgate ...

Page 29: ...ont passenger rear passenger door windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACCESSORY position The power window switches remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature Power Window Switches THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 2 ...

Page 30: ... feature Auto Up Feature with Anti Pinch Protection Driver s and Front Passenger Door Only Lift the window switch to the second detent release and the window will go up automatically To stop the window from going all the way up during the auto up operation push down on the switch briefly To close the window part way lift the window switch to the first detent and release when you want the window to...

Page 31: ...w Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors To disable the window controls on the other doors press the window lockout button To enable the window controls press the window lockout button again Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ear...

Page 32: ...gs 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 you a...

Page 33: ...li sion 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 much...

Page 34: ...it back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt 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 Latch Plate 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 35: ...ur seat belt snugly A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind w...

Page 36: ...rces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdo men Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug A twisted belt can t do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your authorized dealer and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on your ...

Page 37: ...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 adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck Press the release button ...

Page 38: ...en ever 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 Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Disconnect the combinati...

Page 39: ...t belts are equipped with a pretensioning device that is designed to remove any slack from the seat belt systems in the event of a collision This device improves the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight around the occupant early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper ...

Page 40: ...ater than 5 mph 8 km h The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be en abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps NOTE The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or START position The manufacturer does not recom mend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert 1 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF pos...

Page 41: ... it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage if equipped is in its lowest position your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing be...

Page 42: ... AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers NOTE The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment The front airbags have a multistage inflator design This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size Also the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federal regulations that define Occu...

Page 43: ...ve covers for the airbag cushions are de signed to open only when the airbags are inflating Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the window bag The area where the window bag is located should remain free from any obstructions Do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks th...

Page 44: ...tem in this section has determined the passenger seat is empty or is occupied by someone that is classified in the small child category The window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side collisions In certain types of collisions both the front and side airbags may be triggered But even in collisions where the airbags work you need the seat belts to keep you in ...

Page 45: ...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 occupants should use their lap and shoulder belts properly 3 The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to inflate 4 Do not lean against the door or window ...

Page 46: ...extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel If the vehicle has left and right side curtain airbags 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 Occupant Restraint Control Module Airbag Warning Light Driver Airbag Passenger Airbag Side Curtain A...

Page 47: ...of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON positions These include all of the items listed above except the knee bolster the instru ment panel and the steering wheel and column If the key is in the LOCK position in the ACC position or not in the ignition the airbags are not on and will not inflate Also the ORC turns on the Airbag Warning Light and PAD ...

Page 48: ...nt passenger seat NOTE Children 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat in an appropriate child restraint The Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light an amber light located in the center of the instrument panel tells the driver and front passenger when the front passenger airbag is turned off The PAD Indi cator Light illuminates the words PASS AIR BAG OFF to show that ...

Page 49: ...nts the PAD Indicator Light will be illuminated indicating that the front passenger airbag is turned off and will not inflate If the PAD Indicator Light is not illuminated DO NOT assume the airbag is turned off and move the child restraint to the rear seat A deploying passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to a child in a rear facing infant seat NOTE Even though this vehicle is equippe...

Page 50: ...as an adult An adult occupant needs to sit in a normal position with their feet on or near the floor in order to be properly classified Reclining the seat back too far may change how an occupant is classified by the OCS Drivers and adult passengers should verify that the PAD Indicator Light is not illuminated when an adult is riding in the front passenger seat If an adult occu pant s weight is tra...

Page 51: ...ff until the fault is cleared If an object is lodged under the seat and interferes with operation of the weight sensors a fault will occur which turns on both the PAD Indicator Light and the Airbag Warning Light Once the lodged object is removed the fault will be automatically cleared after a short period of time The Driver and Passenger Airbag Inflator Units are located in the center of the steer...

Page 52: ...the OCM The Side Impact SRS Side Curtain Airbags are de signed to activate only in certain side or rollover collisions When the ORC with side impact option detects a collision requiring the side curtain airbag to inflate it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain airbag The inflating side cur tain airbag pushes the ...

Page 53: ...nt passenger seat assembly or components in any way Do not modify the front seat center console or center position seat in any way Do not use prior or future model year seat covers not designated for the specific model being repaired Al ways use the correct seat cover specified for the vehicle Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seat cover Do not add a secondary seat cover other than...

Page 54: ...ger and then to immediately deflate NOTE A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags any or all of the following may occur The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra sions and or skin reddening to the driver and front pas...

Page 55: ...ion the airbags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision Have the airbags seat belt pretensioner and seat belt retractor assem bly replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible Also have the Occupant Classification System serviced as well Enhanced Accident Response Feature If the airbags deploy after an ...

Page 56: ...t back The additional weight may cause the Occupant Classification System to be unable to correctly classify the right front occupant This could allow the passenger frontal airbag to inflate when it is not desired 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 air...

Page 57: ...lessee before accessing the electronic data stored unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction i e pursuant to a warrant A copy of the data will be provided to the custodial entity upon request General data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases such as those maintained by the US govern ment and va...

Page 58: ... be buckled up all the time babies and children too Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be 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...

Page 59: ...ble child seats The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs 9 kg Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing direction than infant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg but are less than one year old Both types of child restraints ...

Page 60: ... that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint If you install the restraint improperly it may not work when you need it The front passenger seat belt is equippe...

Page 61: ...opening on the restraint Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten 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 int...

Page 62: ...ehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seat back they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt 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...

Page 63: ...lder child restraints many child restraint manufacturers offer add on tether strap kits or retro fit kits You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re straint in any vehicle NOTE When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of ch...

Page 64: ...traints are not LATCH compatible you can only install the child restraints using the vehicle s seat belts Please refer to the next section for typical installation instructions Installing the LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described...

Page 65: ...ipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rear facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap a Latch Anchorages Tether Strap Mounting THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 2 ...

Page 66: ...in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer s instruc tions WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt The pass...

Page 67: ...belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out If the belt still can t be tightened or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt yo...

Page 68: ... harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 k...

Page 69: ...ERAL 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 Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious ...

Page 70: ...any windows open even if only slightly to help keep fresh air circulating inside 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 rep...

Page 71: ...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 73: ...e Mirrors 80 Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 80 Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors 81 Lighted Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 82 䡵 Hands Free Communication UConnect If Equipped 82 Operations 84 Phone Call Features 91 UConnect System Features 93 Advanced Phone Connectivity 98 Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System 100 䡵 Seats 105 Front Manual Seat Adjustment 105 3 ...

Page 74: ... Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory 115 Memory Position Recall 116 To Disable A Transmitter Linked To Memory 117 Easy Entry Exit Seat 118 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 119 䡵 Lights 120 Interior Lighting 120 Courtesy Reading Lights 121 Multi Function Control Lever 122 Battery Saver Feature Exterior Interior Lights 122 Headlights And Parking Lights 122 Automatic Headlight System If Equipped 123 Smar...

Page 75: ...i Lock Brake System 132 TCS Traction Control System 133 BAS Brake Assist System 133 ERM Electronic Rollover Mitigation 134 ESP Electronic Stability Program 135 ESP BAS Warning Lamp And ESP TCS Indicator Light 140 䡵 Rear Park Assist System If Equipped 141 Rear Park Assist Sensors 142 Rear Park Assist Warning Display 142 Enable Disable The Rear Park Assist System 144 Service The Rear Park Assist Sys...

Page 76: ...Programming Homelink 154 Canadian Programming Gate Programming 157 Using Homelink 157 Erasing Homelink Buttons 157 Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button 158 Security 158 䡵 Power Sunroof If Equipped 159 Opening Sunroof Express 160 Closing Sunroof Express 160 Pinch Protect Feature 160 Pinch Protect Override 160 Venting Sunroof Express 160 Sunshade Operation 161 Wind Buffeting 161 Sunroof Maintenanc...

Page 77: ...lights If Equipped 161 䡵 Power Outlet 162 䡵 Cup Holders 164 䡵 Cargo Area Features 166 Cargo Load Floor 166 䡵 Rear Window Features 168 Rear Window Wiper Washer 168 䡵 Roof Luggage Rack If Equipped 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 3 ...

Page 78: ...zontal 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 Adjusting Rear View Mirror 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 79: ...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 headlight ...

Page 80: ...n the inside mirror WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the right 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 Th...

Page 81: ...selecting a mirror move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Memory Seat Feature Refer to Driver Memory Seat in this section for details See page 114 for more information Power Mirror Switches UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOU...

Page 82: ...e communications system UConnect allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g Call ѧ Mike ѧ Work or Dial ѧ 248 555 1212 Your cellular phone s audio is trans mitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the UConnect system NOTE The UConnect system use requires a cellular phone equipped with the Blue...

Page 83: ...les different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station so UCon nect works no matter where you stow your cellular phone be it your purse pocket or briefcase as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle s UConnect system The UConnect system allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to system Only one linked or paired cellular phone...

Page 84: ...ch as CELL or caller ID on certain radios Operations Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnect system and to navigate through the UConnect menu structure Voice commands are required after most UConnect system prompts You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options Prior to giving a voice command one must wait for the voice on beep which follows th...

Page 85: ...udible prompts for directions All UConnect system sessions begin with a press of the Phone button on the mirror Cancel Command At any prompt after the voice on beep you can say Cancel and you will be returned to the main menu However in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu Pair Link UConnect System to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnect system you must pair ...

Page 86: ...r phone Before attempting to pair phone please see your cellular phone s user manual Bluetooth section for instructions on how to complete this step For identification purposes you will be prompted to give the UConnect system a name for your cellular phone Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level betw...

Page 87: ...901 The phone number that you enter must be of valid length and combination The UConnect limits the user from dialing invalid combination of numbers For example 234 567 890 is nine digits long which is not a valid phone number the closest valid phone number has ten digits The UConnect system will confirm the phone num ber and then dial The number will appear in the display of certain radios Call b...

Page 88: ...he Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook New Entry When prompted say the name of the new entry Use of long names helps the voice recognition and is recom mended For example say Robert Smith or Robert instead of Bob When prompted enter the number designation e g Home Work Mobile or Pager This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry if desired When prompted reci...

Page 89: ... the phonebook entry that you are editing After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook you will be given the opportunities to edit another entry in the phonebook call the number you just edited or return to the main menu Phonebook Edit can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook For example the entry John Doe may have a mobile and a home...

Page 90: ...you wish to delete Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted After confirmation the phonebook entries will be de leted Note that only the phonebook in the current language is deleted Delete All Entries in the UConnect Phonebook Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Erase All The UConnect system will ask you to verify...

Page 91: ...l No Call Currently in Progress When you receive a call on your cellular phone the UConnect system will interrupt the vehicle audio system if on and will ask if you would like to answer the call To reject the call press and hold the Phone button until you hear a single beep indicating that the incoming call was rejected Answer or Reject an Incoming Call Call Currently in Progress If a call is curr...

Page 92: ...ween Calls If two calls are in progress one active and one on hold press the Phone button until you hear a single beep indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls have switched Only one call can be placed on hold at one time Conference Call When two calls are in progress one active and one on hold press and hold the Phone button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two ...

Page 93: ...ion functionality available on the vehicle can be any one of three types After ignition key is switched off a call can continue on the UConnect system either until the call ends or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the UConnect system and transfer of the call to the mobile phone After ignition key is switched to off a call can continue on the UConnect system for...

Page 94: ...one and manually dial the emergency number for your area If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect system is operational you may reach the emergency number as follows Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Emergency and the UConnect system will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num ber This feature is only supported in the USA ...

Page 95: ...tion booklet and on the 24 Hour Towing Assistance Card Paging To learn how to page refer to Working with Automated Systems Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnect system Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail refer to Working with Automated Systems Working with Automated Systems This method ...

Page 96: ... aѧ you could press the Voice Recognition button and say Pair a Phone to select that option without having to listen to the rest of the voice prompt Turning Confirmation Prompts On Off Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices e g the UConnect sys tem will not repeat a phone number before you dial it Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt an...

Page 97: ... play it on the vehicle audio system so you will not hear it Under this situation after successfully dialing a number the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress Once your call is answered you will hear the audio Mute Un mute Mute off When you mute the UConnect system you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party but the othe...

Page 98: ...be paired with many different electronic devices but can only be actively connected with one electronic device at a time If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue tooth connection between a UConnect paired cellular phone and the UConnect system follow the instruction described in your cellular phone user s manual List Paired Cellular Phone Names Press the Phone button to begin After the ...

Page 99: ...er of the phone that you wish to select The selected phone will be used for the next phone call If the selected phone is not available the UCon nect system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near approximately with in 30 feet the vehicle Delete UConnect Paired Cellular Phones Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Phone Pa...

Page 100: ... windows dry weather condition Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English French and Spanish ac cents the system may not always work for some When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string make sure to say send Storing names in phonebook when vehicle is not in motion is recommended I...

Page 101: ...rity echo and loud ness to a large degree rely on the phone and network and not the UConnect system Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in vehicle audio volume Bluetooth Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to occasionally lose connection to the UConnect system When this hap pens the connection can generally be re established by switching the phone off on Your cel...

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Page 105: ...t up Phone settings phone set up SEATS WARNING Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked Front Manual Seat Adjustment Move the seat forward or rearward using the adjustment bar Lift up on the bar locat...

Page 106: ... is parked WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Manual Lumbar Support Adju...

Page 107: ...s 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 The restraints may be raised without pushing in the button Manual Lumbar Control Adjustable Head Restraints UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 3 ...

Page 108: ...rearward adjust ment The top switch controls the seatback recline adjust ment NOTE The 4 way seat does not have an up down adjustment Heated Seats If Equipped Heated seats provide comfort and warmth on cold days and can help soothe sore muscles and backs The heaters provide the same heat level for both cushion and back The front driver and passenger seats are heated The controls for each heater ar...

Page 109: ...l high temperature level If high level heating is selected the system will automati cally switch to the low level after two hours of continu ous operation At that time the number of illuminated LEDs changes from two to one indicating the change Operation on the low setting also turns off automatically after two hours NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within two to five minutes...

Page 110: ... the seatback down and tumble the seat forward WARNING Do not drive the vehicle with the outer second row seats in the tumbled position The outer second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury Seatback Release Lever 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 111: ... sitting in the third row seat pull rearward on the release strap located at the rear of the seat and tumble the seat forward Fold and Tumble Seat Release Strap UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 3 ...

Page 112: ...ase strap 2 Lower the center seatback Center Seat Armrest Second Row Seat If Equipped The second row center seat may be equipped with a armrest Pull strap to lower armrest Release Strap Folding Center Seatback 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 113: ... for extended cargo space and still maintain some rear seating room 1 Open the tailgate 2 Push the seatback release handle toward rear of vehicle and lower the seatback using the pull strap 3 Close the tailgate Armrest Second Row Seat Seatback Release Handle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 3 ...

Page 114: ... the vehicle is in motion They could be seriously injured in an accident Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system DRIVER MEMORY SEAT IF EQUIPPED Once programmed the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver s door panel can be used to recall the driver s seat driver s outside mirror adjustable brake and accelerator pedals and radio station preset settings Your Remote Keyless Entr...

Page 115: ...emory settings for that button and store a new one 1 Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position 2 Press the driver door memory button number 1 if you are setting the memory for driver 1 or button number 2 if you are setting the memory for driver 2 The system will recall any stored settings Wait for the system to complete the memory recall before continuing to step 3 3 ...

Page 116: ...turn the ignition switch to the ON position 11 Select Remote Linked to Memory in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC and enter Yes or select Use Factory Settings from the EVIC and enter Yes Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Section 4 for more information 12 Repeat the above steps to set the next memory position using the other numbered...

Page 117: ...oving A delay of one second will occur before another recall can be selected To Disable A Transmitter Linked to Memory 1 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key 2 Press and release memory button number 1 The system will recall any memory settings stored in position 1 Wait for the system to complete the memory recall before continuing to step 3 3 Press and release the memory...

Page 118: ... then move forward approximately 2 5 inches 60 mm when the key is placed into the ignition and turned out of the LOCK position The seat shall move to the position located 1 1 8 inches 30 mm forward of the rear stop if the starting position is between 2 5 inches to 3 75 inches 60 mm to 90 mm forward of the rear stop when the key is removed from the ignition switch The seat will move forward to the ...

Page 119: ...es in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Pro grammable Features in Section 4 for more information TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood pull the release lever inside your vehicle located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver s door Hood Release Lever UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 3 ...

Page 120: ...e sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving LIGHTS Interior Lighting The interior lighting consists of courtesy lights mounted below the instrument panel an overhead console light assembly which contains both driver and passenger reading lights reading lights located above the rear doors and a rear cargo light Opening a door or turning the center of the multi function control lever to...

Page 121: ...the recessed area of the lens a second time There are also reading lights located above the rear doors Each light can be turned on by pressing the front recessed area of the lens To turn these lights off press the recessed area of the lens a second time Courtesy Reading Lights UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 3 ...

Page 122: ...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 turned to another position Headlights and Parking Lights Turn ...

Page 123: ... it also has this customer programmable feature When your headlights are in the automatic mode and the engine is running they will automatically turn on when the wiper system is on If your vehicle is equipped with a Rain Sensitive Wiper System and it is activated the headlights will automati cally turn on after the wipers complete five wipe cycles within approximately 1 minute and they will turn o...

Page 124: ... windshield or SmartBeam mirror is re placed the SmartBeam mirror must be re aimed to ensure proper performance See your local authorized dealer To Activate 1 Select Auto Headlamp Low High Beams Low High Beam Refer to EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Section 4 of this manual 2 Turn the end of the multi function control lever to the A Auto headlight position NOTE This system will not activate...

Page 125: ...r 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 lighting is at the lowest light level and may not be suitable for night driving Daytime Running Lights Canada Only The h...

Page 126: ...e to 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 High Beam Switch Pull the multi function control lever towards you to switch the headlight...

Page 127: ...ont and rear wipers and washers are operated by a 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...

Page 128: ...d with the defroster before and during windshield washer 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 desi...

Page 129: ...function lever to one of five settings to activate this feature The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the multi function lever Wiper delay position 1 is the least sensitive and wiper delay position 5 is the most sensi tive Setting 3 should be used for normal rain conditions Settings 1 and 2 can be used if the driver desires less wiper sensitivity Settings 4 and 5 can be used if the Ra...

Page 130: ...rmation Center EVIC Customer Pro grammable Features in Section 4 of this manual The rain sensing system has protection features for the wiper blades and arms and will not operate under the following conditions Low Ambient Temperature When the ignition is first turned ON the rain sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved vehicle speed is greater than 0 mph 0 km h or the outsid...

Page 131: ...f the vehicle and have an accident Adjust the tilting mechanism only while the vehicle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that includes ABS Anti Lock Brake System TCS Traction Control System BAS Brake Assist System ERM Electronic Rollover Mitigation and ESP Electronic Stability Pro...

Page 132: ...ABS Anti Lock Brake System cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevail ing road conditions ABS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydro planing Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ABS equ...

Page 133: ...SP are in either the Partial Off or Full Off modes Refer to ESP Electronic Stability Program in this section BAS Brake Assist System The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes This can help re...

Page 134: ...tronic Rollover Mitigation This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle When ERM determines that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift it applies the appropriate brake and may reduce engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will oc...

Page 135: ...afety or the safety of others ESP Electronic Stability Program This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESP cor rects for over under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter acting the over under steer condition Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired p...

Page 136: ...P Electronic Stability Program cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ESP cannot prevent acci dents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydroplaning Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ESP ...

Page 137: ... is entered by momentarily depressing the ESP Control Switch When in Partial Off mode the TCS portion of ESP except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section has been disabled and the ESP TCS Indicator Light will be illuminated All other stability features of ESP function normally This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow sand or gravel conditions and more whe...

Page 138: ...d the engine is running In this mode all ESP and TCS stability features are turned off except for the limited slip feature de scribed in the TCS section After 5 seconds a chime will sound the ESP TCS Indicator Light will illuminate and the ESP OFF message will appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual Se...

Page 139: ...ility function returns but TCS remains off When the vehicle speed drops below 25 mph 40 km h the ESP system shuts off ESP is off at low vehicle speeds in 4WD low range so that it will not interfere with off road driving but ESP function returns to provide the stability feature at speeds above 30 mph 48 km h The ESP TCS Indicator Light will always be illuminated in 4WD low range when ESP is off Ful...

Page 140: ...will occur even if the message was previously cleared WARNING With the ESP switched off the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP and ERM are unavailable In an emergency evasive maneuver the ESP and ERM systems will not engage to assist in maintaining stability The Full Off mode is intended for off highway or off road use only ESP BAS Warning Lamp and ESP TCS Indicator Light The malfunction in...

Page 141: ...comes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESP activation REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The Rear Park Assist System provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle when backing up Refer to the Warning Section and Note Section for limitations of this system and recommendations The Rear Park Assist System will remember the la...

Page 142: ...of the obstacle and the type of obstacle Rear Park Assist Warning Display The Rear Park Assist Warning Display located in the headliner near the flipper glass provides both visual and audible warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle When the ignition is changed to the RUN ON position the warning display will turn ON all of its LEDs for about 1 second Each...

Page 143: ...ed The intermittent tone will increase in frequency as each additional LED is lit When the detected obstacle is about 11 8 inches 30 cm from the rear fascia the warning display will actuate a continuous tone for about 10 seconds and it will turn ON all 8 LEDs including both RED LEDs on the correspond ing side of the display The radio will be muted while the tone is actuated When the obstacle is le...

Page 144: ...to Electronic Vehicle Informa tion Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual When the shifter is changed to R Reverse and the system is disabled the instrument cluster will actuate a single chime once per ignition cycle and it will display the message The Rear Park Assist Switch LED will be ON when the Rear Park Assist System is disabled or defective The Rear Park Assist Switch LED will be OFF when ...

Page 145: ...not scratch or poke the sensors Otherwise you could damage the sensors CAUTION The Rear Park Assist System is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle in cluding small obstacles Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not detected at all Ob stacles located above or below the sensors will not be detected when they are in close proximity The vehicle must be driven slowl...

Page 146: ...unt and hitch ball assembly depending on its size and shape giving a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle NOTE Clean all four Rear Park Assist Sensors regularly taking care not to scratch or damage them The sensors must not be covered with ice snow slush mud dirt or debris Failure to do so can result in the system not working properly The system might not detect an ob stacle beh...

Page 147: ...or steering wheel tilt and seat position The position of the brake and accelerator pedals can be adjusted without compromising safety or comfort in actuating the pedals Press the left side of the button to move the pedals rearward toward the driver Press the right side of the button to move the pedals forward away from the driver The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF Adjustable Pedal Sw...

Page 148: ...on Center EVIC in Section 4 for more information 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 become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal s path ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged this device takes over accelerator opera tions at speeds greater than 25...

Page 149: ...lease 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 Speed Control without erasing the memory Pressing the ON OFF to turn the system OFF or turning off the ignition erases the memory To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed press and release the RES ACCEL button ...

Page 150: ...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 25 mph 40 km h for 5 7L models or 30 mph 48 km h for 3 7L 4 7L models the Sp...

Page 151: ... gear to maintain speed going up or down hills If 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...

Page 152: ...s that oper ate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates or home lighting It triggers these devices at the push of a button The Universal Transceiver operates off your vehicle s battery and charging system no batteries are needed NOTE The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is dis abled when the Vehicle Theft Alarm is active For additional information on HomeLink威 call 1 800 355 3515 or on ...

Page 153: ... or death Call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com for safety information or assistance WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run the vehicle s exhaust while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause seri ous injury or death WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver Do...

Page 154: ...formation Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display which includes HomeLink system messages The EVIC is located on the bottom of the tachometer 1 Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons and release only when the EVIC display shows CHANNELS CLEARED after 20 seconds Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step one to program a second and or third hand held...

Page 155: ...res noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Pro gramming section 4 The EVIC display will show CHANNEL X TRAIN ING where X is Channel 1 2 or 3 Release both buttons after the EVIC display shows CHANNEL X TRAINED NOTE If the EVIC display shows DID NOT TRAIN repeat steps 2 4 5 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink button and observe the EVIC display If the EVIC display shows CHANNEL X TRANSMIT where X ...

Page 156: ...d where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the learn or smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manu facturer NOTE There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight 8 Return to the vehicle and firmly press hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button Repeat the ⴖpress hold releaseⴖ sequence a second time an...

Page 157: ...eLink button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by HomeLink The EVIC display will show CHANNEL X TRAINED where X is Channel 1 2 or 3 Proceed with Programming step four to complete Using HomeLink To operate simply press and release the programmed HomeLink button Activation will now occur for the tr...

Page 158: ...ge to CHANNEL X TRAINING Without releasing the HomeLink button proceed with Program ming Step 2 For questions or comments contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Security If you sell your vehicle be sure to erase the frequencies by following the Erasing HomeLink Buttons instruc tions in this section This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada O...

Page 159: ...r sunroof switch Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death In an accident there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof Never allow fingers or other body parts or any o...

Page 160: ...n the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation If an ob struction in the path of the sunroof is detected the sunroof will automatically retract Remove the obstruc tion if this occurs Next press the switch forward and release to Express Close Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction ice debris etc prevents closing press the switch forward and hold for two seconds after the reversa...

Page 161: ... the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel Ignition Off Operation The power sunroof switches remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off Opening either front door will cancel this feature Sunroof Fully ...

Page 162: ...ER OUTLET To the right of the convenience tray lower center of instrument panel is an outlet for electrically powered accessories Pull lightly on the tab of the plastic cover to access the outlet Roller Shade Front Power Outlet 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 163: ...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 FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 3 ...

Page 164: ... e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle s battery CUP HOLDERS Front Cup H...

Page 165: ...top surface will not be flush with the console surface Cup Holders Second Row Seat The second row seat has two cup holders in the center armrest Lower the center armrest Refer to Seats in this section Press the front of the cup holder and the cup holder will come out of the armrest Cup Holders Second Row Seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 3 ...

Page 166: ...he panel in the load floor is reversible for added utility One side is carpeted and the other side features a plastic lined tray which holds a variety of items The cargo load floor is held by spring loaded latches In order to use the cargo load floor use the following procedure Cup Holders Third Row Seat 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 167: ...surface of the tray 2 Pull up on loop s and twist 90 degrees so they are parallel to the slotted hole in tray 3 Lift tray over loop s and reposition tray 4 Pull up on loop s and twist 90 degrees so they are perpendicular straight up to the slotted hole in tray Rear Storage Cover Cargo Load Floor UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 3 ...

Page 168: ...y up or down will turn on the wash function The wash pump will continue to operate as long as the button is pressed Upon release the wipers will cycle three times before returning to the set position If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned OFF the wiper will automatically return to the Park position If the liftgate flipper glass is open connection to the rear window wiper is int...

Page 169: ...alled prior to carrying loads on the roof rack If not equipped your authorized dealer can order and install Mopar威 cross rails built specifically for this roof rack system or a number of after market rails that are tailored to your life style or activities The optional cross rails have five specific locations iden tified by a feature on both the side rail and the cross rail Cross rails must be sec...

Page 170: ... 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 distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appropriately Long loads which extend over the windshield such as wood panels or surfboards should be secured to both the fro...

Page 171: ...our 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 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 3 ...

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Page 173: ...omer Programmable Features 189 Compass Temperature Trip Computer 193 Trip Computer 195 䡵 Radio General Information 199 Radio Broadcast Signals 199 Two Types Of Signals 200 Electrical Disturbances 200 AM Reception 200 FM Reception 200 䡵 Sales Code RAQ AM FM CD 6 Disc Radio With Optional Satellite Radio Hands Free Phone And Vehicle Entertainment Systems VES Capabilities 200 Operating Instructions Ra...

Page 174: ...o Mode 215 Operation Instructions CD Mode 218 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 221 Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped 222 Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped 222 䡵 Sales Code REC AM FM CD 6 Disc Radio With Navigation System 222 Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped 223 Clock Setting Procedure 223 䡵 Video Entertainment System Sales Code XRV If Equip...

Page 175: ...eption Quality 229 䡵 Remote Sound System Controls If Equipped 230 Radio Operation 230 CD Player 231 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 231 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 232 䡵 Climate Controls 232 Climate Controls Manual 232 Operating Tips 236 Automatic Temperature Control If Equipped 237 Rear Climate Control If Equipped 243 Summer Operation 246 Winter Operation 246 Vacation Storage 246 Window Foggi...

Page 176: ...INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR CONTROLS 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 177: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 4 ...

Page 178: ...cated immediate repair is necessary and continued operation of the vehicle in this condition is dangerous 3 Turn Signal Indicator Light The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled about one mile with the turn signals on a chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off If either indic...

Page 179: ...urs See page 348 for more information 6 Airbag Warning Light This light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light is not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as possible 7 Anti Lock Brake Warning Light This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System Th...

Page 180: ... first turned on 10 Oil Pressure Warning Light This light shows low engine oil pressure The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A continuous chime will sound when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not show how much oil is...

Page 181: ...tion pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accord ingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure D...

Page 182: ... hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H and you hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and call for service WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or others coul...

Page 183: ...BAS warning light comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system If this light stays illuminated have the ESP and BAS checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible See page 131 for more information 17 4WD LOW Mode Indicator Light If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the 4WD LOW mode The front and ...

Page 184: ...t the correct mileage can be determined 21 Transmission Range Indicator This display indicator shows the automatic transmission gear selection 22 Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position 23 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Warning Light If Equipped This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control system If...

Page 185: ...Voltage Warning Light This light monitors the electrical system voltage The light should turn on momentarily as the engine is started If the light stays on or turns on while driving it indicates a problem with the charging system Immediate service should be obtained 26 Low Fuel Warning Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 3 U S Gallons 8 7 Liters this light will come on and remain on ...

Page 186: ...sages are accompanied by a chime TURN SIGNAL ON PERFORM SERVICE KEY NOT PROGRAMMED DAMAGED KEY KEY NOT PROGRAMMED INVALID KEY KEY NOT PROGRAMMED EXCEEDED KEY PRO GRAM LIMIT PROGRAMMING ACTIVE NEW KEY PRO GRAMMED SERVICE SECURITY KEY INVALID KEY TRY ALTERNATE KEY DRIVER PASSENGER DOOR OPEN with graphic LEFT RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN with graphic X DOORS OPEN with graphic LIFTGATE OPEN with graphic 186 U...

Page 187: ...raphic HOOD GATE DOOR OPEN with graphic HOOD GATE DOORS OPEN with graphic LIFTGLASS DOOR OPEN with graphic LIFTGLASS DOORS OPEN with graphic LIFTGLASS HOOD OPEN with graphic WASHER FLUID LOW with graphic CHECK GAUGES AUTO HIGHBEAM ON AUTO HIGHBEAM OFF PARK ASSIST DISABLED SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION OVER TEMP CHECK SHIFT PROCEDURE SERVICE 4WD SYSTEM 4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL LOW BRAKE FLUI...

Page 188: ...MEMORY PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED CRUISE CONTROL SET PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED SHIFTER IN RE VERSE SERVICE TIRE PRESS SYSTEM LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE Premium TPM Sys tem Only RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE Premium TPM Sys tem Only LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE Premium TPM System Only RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE Premium TPM Sys tem Only SPARE LOW PRESSURE Premium TPM System Only 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 189: ...y you may select one of three lan guages for all display nomenclature including the trip computer functions Press the STEP button while in this display selects English Espanol or Francais As you continue the displayed information will be shown in the selected language Menu Button Step Button UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 4 ...

Page 190: ...n in this display will select Yes or No Remote Unlock Driver s Door 1st When this feature is selected only the driver s door will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock button and require a second press to unlock the remaining locked doors and liftgate When REMOTE UNLOCK ALL DOORS is selected all of the doors and the liftgate will unlock at the first press of the remote keyle...

Page 191: ...essing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Headlamp Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose when exiting the vehicle to have the headlamps remain on for 30 60 or 90 seconds or not remain on Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select 30 60 90 or OFF Illuminated Approach When this feature is selected the driver can choose when entering the vehi...

Page 192: ...ights to dim To increase the brightness refer to Lights in Section 3 of this manual Front Wipers Rain Sense Available with Rain Sensing Wipers Only Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Manual or Rain Sense Service Interval When this feature is selected a service interval between 2 000 3 200 km and 6 000 miles 10 000 km in 500 mile 800 km increments may be selected Pressing the...

Page 193: ...o The seat will return to the memorized seat location if REMOTE LINK TO MEMORY is set to YES when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the door For more information refer to Easy Entry Exit Seat Driver Memory Seat in Section 3 of this manual See page 118 for more information Compass Temperature Trip Computer This display provides the outside temperature one of the eight compass h...

Page 194: ...above 32 F 0 C the road surface may be icy particularly in woods or on bridges Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per sonal injury or property damage Compass Temperature Display 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 195: ...plays the following information when the display is in the Compass Temperature mode and the STEP button is pressed Step Button Press the STEP button to cycle through all of the Compass Mini Trip Computer displays Step Button UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 4 ...

Page 196: ...hen the history information will be erased and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average reading before the reset 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 during the last driving period Trip A Shows the total distance travelled for trip A since the last reset Trip B Shows the ...

Page 197: ...ssures in Section 5 for additional information Miles to Service Shows the distance remaining to require service NOTE This display can be reset to the set service interval by pressing and holding the RESET button for 3 seconds Blank Screen Shows a blank screen Pressing the C T button returns to the compass temperature display Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL sym...

Page 198: ...lash the CAL symbol indicating compass calibration mode When the CAL indicator is flashing complete one or more 360 degree turns under 5 mph 8 km h in an area free from large metal objects or power lines The CAL indicator 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 be...

Page 199: ...IO 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 concern about these ap parent malfunctions you must unders...

Page 200: ...tion can be disrupted 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 NOTE On vehicles so equipped the radio steering wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD DVD changer will rem...

Page 201: ... either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played For your convenience the volume can be turned down but not up when the audio system is off and the ignition is ON Mode Button Radio Mode Press the mode button repeatedly to selec...

Page 202: ...ing OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers NOTE In Hands Free Phone if equipped mode the MUTE button mutes the microphone SCAN Button Radio Mode Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequencies pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next To stop the sear...

Page 203: ...ounter clockwise to decrease the frequency AM FM Button Radio Mode Press the button to select AM or FM Modes Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones Press the rotary TUNE control a second time and MID will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or ...

Page 204: ...ll turn off Pressing the PTY button or turning the TUNE rotary knob within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broadcast PTY information Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types Program Type 16 Digit Character Dis play No program type or un defined None Adult Hits Adult_Hits Alert Alert Alert Alert Classical Classical C...

Page 205: ...es when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the PTY Program Type mode the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station SET DIR Button Radio Mode To Set the Push Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push button memory press the SET DIR button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 6 y...

Page 206: ...s 1 6 Radio Mode These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to push button memory 12AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations Operation Instructions CD MODE for CD Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio NOTE Note This Radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW c...

Page 207: ...n for the next selection on the CD Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection MUTE Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers MUTE will be displayed Press the MUTE button a second time and...

Page 208: ...o display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc Press and hold the LOAD EJT button for 5 seconds and all CDs will be ejected from the radio If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will continue to play the non removed CD If the CD is removed and there are othe...

Page 209: ...io Mode AM FM Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Switches the Radio to the Radio mode RND PTY Button Random Play Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press and hol...

Page 210: ...to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of directory levels 15 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders 100 Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a 3 character extension Level 2 31 including a separator and a 3 character extension Multises...

Page 211: ...ddition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specifi cation Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song titl...

Page 212: ...le session discs To create a single session disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc Operation Instructions CD Mode for MP3 Audio Play SEEK Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next MP3 File Pressing the left side of the SEEK button plays the beginning of the MP3 file Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the previo...

Page 213: ...radio the radio will remain in CD mode and display INSERT DISC for 2 minutes After 2 minutes the radio will go to the previous tuner mode MSG or INFO Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Press and MSG or INFO button while playing MP3 disc The radio scrolls through the following TAG information Song Title Artist File Name and Folder Name if avail able Press the MSG or INFO button once more to return to elap...

Page 214: ...P3 Play Selects disc positions 1 6 for Play Load Eject Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped Refer to Hands Free Phone in Section 3 of the Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Satellite Radio Mode If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System VES威 If Equipped Refer to separate Video Entertainment System VES威 ...

Page 215: ...y 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played For your convenience the volume can be turned down but not up when the audio system is off and the ignition is ON Mode Button Radio Mode Press the mode button rep...

Page 216: ...ncel the MUTE feature NOTE In Hands Free Phone if equipped mode the MUTE button mutes the microphone SCAN Button Radio Mode Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequencies pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next To stop the search press SCAN a second time PSCAN Button Rad...

Page 217: ...clockwise to decrease the frequency AM FM Button Radio Mode Press the button to select AM or FM Modes Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will be dis played Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones Press the rotary TUNE control a second time and MID will be displayed Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase...

Page 218: ...but will not be stored into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations to be stored into push button memory The station...

Page 219: ...the CD Player This radio does not play discs with MP3 tracks SEEK Button CD Mode Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next track on the CD Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current track or return to the beginning of the previous track if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection MUTE Button CD Mode Press the MUTE button to cancel t...

Page 220: ... to fast forward until FF is released The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner RND SET Button Random Play Button CD Mode Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press and hold the FF button ...

Page 221: ...splay NOTE The radio will return to the last stored mode if the ignition switch is turned from the OFF LOCK posi tion to the ACC position the radio is turned on and the radio was previously in the AUX mode SEEK Button Auxiliary Mode No function MUTE Button Auxiliary Mode Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers MUTE will be displayed Press the MUTE button a second time and the s...

Page 222: ...iliary Mode Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the CD player or Satellite Radio if equipped Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped Refer to the HANDS FREE PHONE UConnect section of the Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner s Manual SALES CODE REC AM FM CD 6 DISC RADIO WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM R...

Page 223: ...th MP3 capability Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a DVD that is loaded into the unit One map DVD covers all of North America Refer to your Navigation User s Manual for detailed operating instructions Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to your Navigation User s Manual for detailed operating instructions Clock Setting Procedure Refer to Setting the Clock under...

Page 224: ... liquid crystal display screen a battery powered remote control and two head sets The DVD player is mounted in the rear of the center console storage bin and is concealed by a door that lifts up for access Refer to your VES User s Manual for detailed operating instructions DVD Player Location 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 225: ...The LCD screen is located on the headliner behind the front seats Lowering the Display Screen Remote Control Location UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 4 ...

Page 226: ...mation 3 Your Vehicle Identification Number Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Num ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access with REC Radios Refer to the Navigation User s Manual for details on satellite radio operation ESN SID Access wi...

Page 227: ...d since any button was pushed Selecting Satellite Mode in REF Radios Press the MODE button repeatedly until S A appears in the display A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode Selecting Satellite Mode in RAQ Radios Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word SIRIUS appears in the display These radios will also display the following After 3 seconds the current channel name...

Page 228: ...ustomer Care at 888 539 7474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblock ing Please have your ESN SID information available Storing and Selecting Pre Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre set stations you may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button memory These satellite channel pre set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre set memory stations Follow the memory pre...

Page 229: ...do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased perfor mance Larger luggage items should be placed as far forward as possible Do not place items directly on or above the antenna Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons The vehicle is parked in an ...

Page 230: ...he rocker switch will decrease the volume Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available AM FM TAPE CD Etc The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode Radio Operation ...

Page 231: ... switch has no function for a single disc CD player However when a multiple disc CD player is equipped on the vehicle the center button will select the next available CD in the player CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the CD DVD discs in good condition take the following precautions 1 Handle the disc by its edge avoid touching the surface 2 If the disc is stained clean the surface with a soft cloth ...

Page 232: ...e operation CLIMATE CONTROLS Climate Controls Manual 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 conditions The instrument panel features four dual vane airflow registers Two registers are located on the outer ends of the instrument panel and t...

Page 233: ...l illuminate to indicate the rear window defroster is ON The defroster automatically turns off after about 10 minutes of opera tion CAUTION To avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the rear window defroster do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Blower Control The rotary kn...

Page 234: ...ase of the windshield Air is also directed to the front door windows through the side window demister grilles Some airflow is delivered to the floor while in defrost so that comfort can be maintained Defrost Floor Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets and the outlets at the base of the windshield Air is also directed to the front door windows through the side window demister grilles S...

Page 235: ...u may choose be tween Bi Level Recirculation and Panel Recir culation air outlets while in this mode Nor mally air enters from outside the vehicle However when in Recirculation mode air inside the vehicle is re used 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 Window Fogging Interior fogging on...

Page 236: ...Operating Tips 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 237: ...e 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 conditions NOTE The numbers on the temperature dial represent a comfort setting when the Mode knob is ...

Page 238: ...can be adjusted at any time without affecting automatic control operation How ever if the driver and or passenger temperature knobs are set to the full hot or full cold positions the air temperature out of the ducts will be full hot or full cold respectively With the temperature setting in these posi tions the system does not attempt automatic comfort control The air conditioning in this system is...

Page 239: ...tion mode by pressing the Recirc button However under certain conditions in automatic the system is blowing air out of the defrost vents When these conditions are present and the Recirc button is pressed the indicator will flash and remain off This tells you that you are unable to go into recirculation mode at this time If you would like to go to Recirculation mode you must first move your mode kn...

Page 240: ...240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 241: ...the side window demister grilles Some airflow is delivered to the floor while in defrost so that comfort can be maintained NOTE The defrost mode is not automatically selected It must be manually selected when desired Defrost Floor Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets and the outlets at the base of the windshield Air is also directed to the front door windows through the side window d...

Page 242: ...trol dial The button includes an LED that illuminates when manual operation is selected NOTE To manually control the air conditioning the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated side mirrors if equipped An LED in the button will illuminate indicat ing that the rear window defroster is ON The defroster automatically ...

Page 243: ...system will not allow Recirculate to be selected while in the defrost or defrost floor modes Attempting to use the recirculation while in these modes will cause the LED in the button to blink and then turn off Rear Climate Control If Equipped The Manual Rear Climate Control system has one floor air outlet passenger side and two panel outlets in the rear quarter trim on each side The unit provides ...

Page 244: ... the controls and select Floor Bi Level or Panel from the Rear Control Panel right knob located on the right rear quarter trim panel Floor Air flows through the floor outlet located on the right side of the rear floor into the rear seating area Rear On Off Switch Rear Control Panel 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 245: ... control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle CAUTION Interior air enters the Manual Rear Zone Climate Control system through an intake grille located in the passenger side trim panel behind the third seat The heater outlets are located in the passenger side trim panel just behind the sliding door Do not block or place objects directly in front of the inlet grille or heater outl...

Page 246: ...is manual for proper coolant selection See page 351 for more information Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter months is not recommended because it may cause window fogging NOTE Refer to the Operating Tips chart for Manual A C Control in this section for suggested control set tings in different weather conditions Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it...

Page 247: ... windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but rainy or humid weather NOTE Recirculate without A C should not be used for long periods as fogging may occur Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they enter the plenum they could plug the water drains I...

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Page 249: ...If Equipped 255 䡵 Transmission Shifting 256 5 Speed Automatic Transmission 256 Gear Ranges 257 Rocking The Vehicle 263 䡵 Four Wheel Drive Operation 264 Quadra Trac I威 Operating Instructions Precautions If Equipped 264 Quadra Trac II威 Operating Instructions Precautions If Equipped 264 Shift Positions 265 Shifting Procedures 266 Quadra Drive II威 System If Equipped 269 䡵 Parking Brake 269 5 ...

Page 250: ...ff Road 279 䡵 Multi Displacement System MDS 5 7L Engine Only 280 䡵 Tire Safety Information 281 Tire Markings 281 Tire Identification Number TIN 284 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 285 䡵 Tires General Information 289 Tire Pressure 289 Tire Inflation Pressures 290 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 292 Radial Ply Tires 293 Tire Spinning 293 Tread Wear Indicators 294 Life Of Tire 294 Replacement ...

Page 251: ...ygenate Blends 306 MMT In Gasoline 307 Materials Added To Fuel 307 Fuel System Cautions 307 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 308 䡵 Fuel Tank Filler Cap Gas Cap 309 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 311 䡵 Trailer Towing 312 Common Towing Definitions 312 Trailer Hitch Classification 314 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 315 Trailer And Tongue Weight 316 Towing Requirements 317 Towing Tips 32...

Page 252: ... Towing 2WD Models 323 Towing Quadra Trac I Single Speed Transfer Case 4WD Models 323 Towing Quadra Trac II Quadra Drive II 4WD Models 324 䡵 Snow Plow 328 252 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 253: ...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 position wait 5...

Page 254: ...ay 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 ...

Page 255: ...ant and permits 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 3 7L 4 7L Engine coiled and strapped to the engine oil dipstick tube 5 7L Engine bundled and fastened to the injector harn...

Page 256: ...n provides a precise shift schedule The transmission electronics are self calibrating therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles Automatic Shift Controls 256 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 257: ... LOCK position To move the gear selector lever out of the P Park position the ignition switch must be turned to the ON position and the brake pedal must be depressed Gear Ranges NOTE After selecting any gear range wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating This is especially important when the engine is cold If there is a need to restart the engine be sure to cycle the ...

Page 258: ... No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle When the brakes are released the vehicle can roll freely Do not engage in N Neutral position while driving except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding e g on icy roads NOTE Towing the vehicle coasting or driving for any other reason with selector lever in N Neutral can result in severe transmission damage Refer to Recreationa...

Page 259: ...ion for maximum deceleration engine braking move the shift lever to the left D and hold it there The transmission will shift to the range from which the vehicle can best be slowed down Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec tronically controlled fourth and fifth speed Overdrive The transmission will automatically shift from 3rd gear to Overdrive if the following ...

Page 260: ... transmission temperature becomes hot enough the TRANSMISSION OVER TEMP message may display and the transmis sion may downshift out of Overdrive until the transmis sion cools down After cooldown the transmission will resume normal operation In high ambient temperatures with sustained high engine speed and load an upshift followed shortly thereafter by a downshift may occur This is a normal part of...

Page 261: ...ch must be pressed each time the engine is started Transmission Limp Home Mode Transmission function is monitored for abnormal condi tions If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage the transmission limp home mode will be engaged In this mode the transmission will remain in the current gear until the vehicle is brought to a stop To reset the transmission use the following ...

Page 262: ...he vehicle speed drops below a calibrated speed or during acceleration the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages The feature is operational in Over drive and in Drive NOTE The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm usually after 1 3 miles 1 6 4 8 km of driving Because the engine speed is higher when the torque converter clutch is not...

Page 263: ...or more information The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to main tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine is most effective Racing the engine or spinning the wheels due to the frustration of not freeing the vehicle may lead to transmission overheating and failure Allow the engine to idle with the transmission selector in N Neutral for at least one minute a...

Page 264: ... Quadra Trac II姞 Operating Instructions Precautions If Equipped The Quadra Trac II威 transfer case is fully automatic in the normal driving 4 HI mode The Quadra Trac II威 transfer case provides three mode positions four wheel drive high range neutral and four wheel drive low range This transfer case is fully automatic in the 4 HI mode This transfer case divides engine torque almost evenly with 48 pe...

Page 265: ...ere is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds Do not go faster than road conditions permit 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 front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the ...

Page 266: ...fting Procedures 4 HI to 4 LOW With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph 0 to 5 km h key ON or engine running shift the transmission into N Neutral and raise the transfer case T handle The 4WD LOW Indicator Lamp in the instrument cluster will begin to flash and remain on solid when the shift is complete Release the T handle NOTE If shift conditions interlocks are not met or a transfer case motor te...

Page 267: ...lash from the EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Cen ter Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual See page 186 for more information NOTE Shifting into or out of 4WD LOW is possible with the vehicle completely stopped however difficulty may occur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignm...

Page 268: ...h starts to blink indicating shift in progress Lamp will stop blinking stay on solid when Neutral shift is complete A 4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL message will display on the EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Sec tion 4 of this manual See page 186 for more informa tion 5 Repeat Steps 1 4 to shift out of Neutral Neutral Switch 268 STARTING AN...

Page 269: ... driving conditions the units func tion as standard axles balancing torque evenly between left and right wheels With a traction difference between left and right wheels the coupling will sense a speed difference As one wheel begins to spin faster than the other torque will automatically transfer from the wheel that has less traction to the wheel that has traction While the transfer case and axle c...

Page 270: ... 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 applie...

Page 271: ...ter 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 maintenance should be performed by your authorized dealer ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM The Anti Lock Brake System ABS is designed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions The system op...

Page 272: ...l 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 ABS stop The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation which is normal WARNING Pumping of the Anti Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident Pumping makes the stopping dis...

Page 273: ...er 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...

Page 274: ...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 After going through deep water or a car wash brakes may become wet resulting in decreased performance and unpredictable braking action Dry the brakes by gentle intermittent pedal action while driving at very slow speeds POWER STEERING T...

Page 275: ...and others Service should be obtained as soon as possible CAUTION Prolong operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and should be avoided when possible Damage to the power steering pump may occur ON ROAD DRIVING TIPS Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make them capable of performing in a ...

Page 276: ... such as deep snow mud or sand where additional low speed pulling power is needed Vehicle speeds in excess of 25 mph 40 km h should be avoided when in 4WD LOW range Driving Through Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through water there are a number of precautions that must be considered before entering the water CAUTION When driving through water do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h Always ch...

Page 277: ... water is less than 5 mph 8 km h Maintenance After driving through deep water inspect your vehicle fluids and lubricants engine oil transmission oil axle transfer case to assure the fluids have not been contami nated Contaminated fluid milky foamy in appearance should be flushed changed as soon as possible to pre vent component damage Driving In Snow Mud and Sand In heavy snow when pulling a load ...

Page 278: ...akes are required to control vehicle speed apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding the tires WARNING If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade never attempt to turn around To do so may result in tipping and rolling the vehicle Always back care fully straight down a hill in R Reverse gear Never back down a hill in N Neutral using only th...

Page 279: ...ck for damage That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have your vehicle ready when you need it Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle Check tires body structure steering suspension and exhaust system for damage Check threaded fasteners for looseness particularly on the chassis drivetrain components steering and sus pension Retighten them if required and torque to t...

Page 280: ...or similar conditions check the wheels for impacted material Impacted material can cause a wheel imbalance and freeing the wheels of it will correct the situation MULTI DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM MDS 5 7L Engine Only This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additi...

Page 281: ... 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have t...

Page 282: ...k tire based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Millimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section Width in Inches in R Construction Code R means Radial Construction D means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in 282 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 283: ...tions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ 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 lo...

Page 284: ...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 285: ...face of the driver s door or the driver s 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 Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information STARTING AND OPERATING 285 5 ...

Page 286: ...ion on GAWR s vehicle loading and trailer towing refer to 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...

Page 287: ...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 configurations and number and size of oc...

Page 288: ...288 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 289: ...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 under inflated tires can affect vehicle ...

Page 290: ...on 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 is listed on either the face...

Page 291: ...d tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure molded into the tire side wall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially i...

Page 292: ...duced vehicle loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera tion Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi mum 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 l...

Page 293: ...rea 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 than ...

Page 294: ... grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 inch 2 mm When the indicators appear in 2 or more adjacent grooves the tire should be replaced Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven 294 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 295: ... for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed see the paragraph on tread wear indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa tion placard for the size designation of your tire The service description and load identification will be found on the ori...

Page 296: ...ity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result i...

Page 297: ...ght will illuminate in the instrument cluster and an au dible chime will be activated when one or more tire pressures is low The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 10 to 60 seconds when a system fault is detected The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes or until the fault condition is removed and reset The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS consists of the follow...

Page 298: ...rporation CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equip ment that is not of the same size type and or style After market wheels can cause sensor damage Do not use tire sealant from a can or balance be...

Page 299: ...with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver Module The wheel sensors monitor tire pressure and status for all four active road tires and the spare tire The spare tire pressure is moni tored but not displayed NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tir...

Page 300: ...re Monitoring System Display Mes sages in the EVIC and a Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light A sensor shall be installed in the spare wheel if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly NOTE For vehicles with optional wheel tire sizes and significantly different tire placard pressures the placard pressure value and the low pressure threshold value is re pro...

Page 301: ...IC displays the following messages LEFT FRONT LEFT REAR RIGHT FRONT RIGHT REAR SPARE LOW PRESSURE One or more of these messages will be displayed in the EVIC if a low tire pressure condition exists in one or more tires Inspect all tires for proper inflation pressure once the proper tire pressure has been set the TPMS will reset automatically when the vehicle has been driven for at least 2 minutes ...

Page 302: ...e beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS as damage to the sensors may result CAUTION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al ways reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the wheel rim sensor NOTE The TPMS can inform the driver of a low tire pressure condition The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire c...

Page 303: ...f tire chains Install chains on rear tires only Follow these recommendations to guard against damage and excessive tire and chain wear Do not install tire chains or traction devices on ve hicles with larger than P235 65R17 size tires Tires larger than this may not provide sufficient body clearance with chains or other traction devices Use SAE class S tire chains or traction devices only Follow tir...

Page 304: ...e tread life help to main tain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving found in the Maintenance Schedules Section of this manual More frequent rotation is permis sible if desired The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being per formed NOTE The Premium Tire...

Page 305: ...conomy and performance when using high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane range of 87 to 89 The manufacturer recommends the use of 89 octane for optimum performance The use of premium gasoline is not recommended Under normal conditions the use of premium gasoline will not provide a benefit over high quality regular and mid grade gaso lines and in some circumstances may result in poorer per...

Page 306: ... 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 Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as 10 ethanol MTBE and ETBE O...

Page 307: ... retailer whether or not his her gasoline contains MMT It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than allowed in the United States MMT is pro hibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline Materials Added To Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional ...

Page 308: ...ives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas whi...

Page 309: ...side windows fully open Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex haust gases from entering the vehicle FUEL TANK FILLER CAP GAS CAP The fuel cap is located on the left side of the vehicle If the fuel cap is lost or damaged make sure the replacement cap is the correct one for this vehicle Fuel Filler Cap Location STARTING AND OPERATING 309...

Page 310: ...g from the system Turn the engine off Rotate the fuel cap to the left to remove To replace the cap insert it into the filler neck and tighten the cap about 1 4 turn until you hear one click This is an indication that the cap is properly tightened Make sure that the fuel cap tether strap is not caught under the fuel cap CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank aft...

Page 311: ...d Refer to Onboard Diagnostic System OBDII in Section 7 of this manual for more information See page 348 for more information WARNING Remove the fuel cap gas cap slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury The volatility of some gasoline may cause a buildup of pressure in the fuel tank that may increase while you drive This pressure can result in a spray of gasoline an...

Page 312: ...wing Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Trailer Weight GTW The gross trailer weight G...

Page 313: ...f the vehicle and have an accident Tongue Weight TW The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer In most cases it should not be less than 10 or more than 15 of the trailer load You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer Trailer Sway Control The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that ...

Page 314: ... of trailers weighing over 2 000 lbs 907 kg with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package See your dealer for package content The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer ...

Page 315: ...2 903 kg 8 755 lbs 3 971 kg 40 Sq Ft 3 72 square meters 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 4 7L Automatic 4x2 6 200 lbs 2 812 kg 11 665 lbs 5 291 kg 60 Sq Ft 5 57 square meters 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 650 lbs 295 kg 4 7L Automatic 4x4 6 400 lbs 2 903 kg 11 800 lbs 5 352 kg 60 Sq Ft 5 57 square meters 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 650 lbs 295 kg 5 7L Automatic 4x2 6 200 lbs 2 812 kg 12 470 lbs 5 656 kg 60 Sq Ft 5 5...

Page 316: ...he tow hitch of your vehicle Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer accidents Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch Consider the following items when computing the w...

Page 317: ...um combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle driv etrain components the following guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles 805 km of vehicle operation Doing so may damage your vehicle During the first 500 miles 805 km of trailer towing limit your speed to 50 mph 80 km h Perfor...

Page 318: ...on chas sis structure or tires Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade When parking apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle Put the tow vehicle automati...

Page 319: ...for proper tire inflation pressures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to the Tires General Information section of this manual on Tread Wear Indicators for the proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to the Tires General Infor mation section of this manual on Replacement Tires for proper tire replacement procedures ...

Page 320: ... pedal effort and longer stopping distances WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hy draulic brake lines It can overload your brake sys tem and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis tance When towing you should allow for additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in fr...

Page 321: ... complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip practice turning stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic 4 Pin Connector 7 Pin Connector STARTING AND OPERATING 321 5 ...

Page 322: ...d up This action will also provide better engine braking The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation See Schedule B in section 8 of this manual for transmission fluid change intervals NOTE Check the automatic transmission fluid level before towing Towing Tips Electronic Speed Control If Equipped Don t...

Page 323: ... manual for more informa tion RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing 2WD Models Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the driveshaft is removed Towing with the rear wheels on the ground while the driveshaft is connected can result in severe transmission damage Towing Quadra Trac I Single Speed Transfer Case 4WD Models Recreational towing is not allowed This model does not have a N Neutra...

Page 324: ...ional towing CAUTION It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in N Neutral before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts 1 Depress brake pedal 2 Turn the ignition key ON engine off 3 Shift transmission into N Neutral 4 Shift transfer case into N Neutral Hold down N Neutral pin switch with a pen etc for 4 seconds until the LED lamp by the ...

Page 325: ...ion into D Drive 7 Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement 8 Shut the engine off 9 Shift transmission into P Park 10 Place the ignition key in the OFF position and remove key 11 Apply parking brake 12 Attach vehicle to the tow vehicle with tow bar 13 Release parking brake Neutral Switch STARTING AND OPERATING 325 5 ...

Page 326: ...epress brake pedal 2 Turn the ignition key ON engine off 3 Shift transmission into N Neutral 4 Shift transfer case out of N Neutral Hold down N Neutral pin switch with a pen etc for 4 seconds until the LED lamp by the switch starts to blink indicating shift in progress Lamp will stop blinking go out when shift is complete The 4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL message will no longer be displayed on the EVIC El...

Page 327: ...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 front and rear 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 Neutral ...

Page 328: ...nd 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 system and you could be injured 328 STARTING AND OPERATI...

Page 329: ...31 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing 332 Jack Location 332 Spare Tire Stowage 333 Spare Tire Removal 334 Preparations For Jacking 334 Jacking Instructions 335 䡵 Jump Starting Procedure 338 䡵 Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped 340 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 341 2WD Models Only 341 4WD Models Only 341 6 ...

Page 330: ...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 Hazard Warning Swi...

Page 331: ...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 332: ... can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The scissor type jack and tire changing tools are located in a compartment behind the third row seat Refer to Cargo Area Features in Section 3 o...

Page 333: ...use the jack handle to rotate the spare tire drive nut The nut is located under a plastic cover at the center rear of the cargo floor area just inside the liftgate opening WARNING Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down Impact type tools can damage the winch mechanism Lowering Raising Spare Tire WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 333 6 ...

Page 334: ...e spare is clear tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel Preparations For Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface avoid ice or slippery areas set the parking brake and place the gear selector in P Park Turn OFF the ignition WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road t...

Page 335: ... Jacking Instructions 1 Remove the spare tire jack and tools from storage 2 Loosen but do not remove the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 3 Assemble the jack and jacking tools as shown Connect jack handle driver A to two extensions B then to the lug wrench C WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 335 6 ...

Page 336: ... of the wheel when jacking on the rear axle Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 336 WHAT TO DO IN E...

Page 337: ...crew counter clockwise and remove the jack and wheel blocks 9 Finish tightening the lug nuts Push down on the wrench while tightening for increased leverage Alternate nuts until each nut has been tightened twice Correct wheel nut tightness is 130 N m 95 ft lbs If in doubt about the correct tightness have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station 10 Lower t...

Page 338: ...OCEDURE NOTE Check the charge indicator on the battery If the indicator is light or yellow replace the battery 1 Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an unintended electrical contact 2 When boost is provided by a battery in another vehicle park that vehicle within booster cable reach but without letting the vehicles touch Set the parking...

Page 339: ...em must first be disabled by cycling a front door key cylinder or by using the keyless entry transmitter WARNING Jump starting can be dangerous To avoid personal injury or damage to electrical components in vehicle observe the following warnings Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you Don t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over ...

Page 340: ...e EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS IF EQUIPPED If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks there will be one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the vehicle The rear hook will be located on the driver s side of the vehicle NOTE For off road recovery it is recommended to use both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle CAUTION Tow hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a ...

Page 341: ...e transmission damage If the transmission is not operable or the vehicle must be towed faster than 30 mph 48 km h or farther than 15 miles 24 km remove the driveshaft or tow with all four wheels OFF the ground Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised and the other end on a towing dolly 4WD Models Only The manufacturer recommends towing with all f...

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Page 343: ...iller Cap Message 348 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 349 䡵 Replacement Parts 350 䡵 Dealer Service 351 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 351 Engine Oil 352 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tensioner 355 Spark Plugs 356 Catalytic Converter 356 Crankcase Emission Control System 358 Air Cleaner Filter 358 Maintenance Free Battery 359 7 ...

Page 344: ... Brake System 370 Automatic Transmission 372 Transfer Case 375 Front Rear Axle Fluid 376 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 377 䡵 Fuse Panel 381 Interior Fuses 381 Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center 383 Underhood Fuses Integrated Power Module 385 䡵 Vehicle Storage 386 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 387 䡵 Fluid Capacities 388 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 389 Engine 389 Chassis 390 3...

Page 345: ...3 7L ENGINE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 7 ...

Page 346: ...4 7L ENGINE 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 347: ...5 7L ENGINE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 7 ...

Page 348: ... 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 and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be per formed If the Malfunction Indicator Ligh...

Page 349: ...tenance requirement this check verifies the following the MIL Malfunction Indicator Lamp is functioning and is not on when the engine is running and that the OBD On Board Diagnostic system is ready for testing Normally the OBD system will be ready The OBD system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced if you recently had a dead battery or a battery replacement If the OBD system shou...

Page 350: ...r repair facility If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD system is ready or not ready if the MIL symbol is illuminated...

Page 351: ... badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides the mai...

Page 352: ...nd will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level in the SAFE level range Adding 1 U S Quart 0 95L of oil when the level is at the bottom of the SAFE range will result in the level being at the top of the SAFE range CAUTION Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure This could damage your engine Change Engine Oil Road condition...

Page 353: ...Schedule B If none of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 6 000 miles 10 000 km or 6 months whichever comes first NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change in tervals exceed 6 000 miles 10 000 km or 6 months whichever comes first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recommends ...

Page 354: ...nded engine oil viscosity for your vehicle Engine Oil Viscosity 5 7L Engines SAE 5W 20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures This engine oil improves low tempera ture starting and vehicle fuel economy Your engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle For information on engine oil filler cap location see the Engine Compartment illustratio...

Page 355: ...very 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 of replacement filters varies consider ably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service Mopar威 engine oil filters are high quality oil filters and are recommended Drive Belts Check Condition an...

Page 356: ...d 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 information Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the converter as an emission control devi...

Page 357: ... 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 abnorma...

Page 358: ...ing 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 indication of damage or plugging dep...

Page 359: ...tarting 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 main tenance required WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories con tain lead and lead compounds Always wash hands after handling the battery MAINTAINI...

Page 360: ...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 361: ... system adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced repairman Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar bon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro tection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or ...

Page 362: ...imlerChrysler Dealership WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only the manufacturer s recommended fluid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level With a clean cloth wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Ge...

Page 363: ...such as Mopar威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner to remove accumulations of salt or road film Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washe...

Page 364: ...he washer solution Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex haust system and adj...

Page 365: ...ant Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the coolant recovery bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks With the engine at normal ope...

Page 366: ...ntifreeze coolant type CAUTION Mixing of antifreeze coolant other than the specified HOAT antifreeze coolant may result in decreased corrosion protection and engine damage If a non HOAT antifreeze coolant is introduced into the cool ing system in an emergency it should be replaced with the specified antifreeze coolant as soon as pos sible Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base antifreeze coo...

Page 367: ...higher concentrations not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 34 F 37 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water antifreeze coolant solu tion The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protecti...

Page 368: ...revent ingestion by animals and children do not store ethylene glycol based antifreeze coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Clean up any ground spills im mediately Engine Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the antifreeze coolant level is adequate With the en...

Page 369: ...olant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If antifreeze coolant needs to be added contents of coolant recov ery bottle must also be protected against freezing If frequent antifreeze coolant additions are required or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks Maintain antifreeze c...

Page 370: ...nsure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present 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 ...

Page 371: ...oupling 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 Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure You could have an accident ...

Page 372: ...king You could have an accident WARNING Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid as seal damage will result Automatic Transmission Selection ...

Page 373: ... your vehicle has a capped dipstick tube it is sealed and should not be tampered with Your autho rized dealer has the proper tools to ensure that the fluid level is set properly Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal operating temperature This occurs after at least 15 miles 25 km of driving At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingerti...

Page 374: ...ld be between the two COLD lower holes on the dipstick with the fluid at approximately 70 F 21 C room tem perature If the fluid level is correctly established at room temperature it should be between the HOT upper reference holes when the transmission reaches 180 F 82 C Remember it is best to check the level at the normal operating temperature CAUTION Be aware that if the fluid temperature is belo...

Page 375: ...e fluid level should be at the bottom edge of the filler plug hole when the vehicle is in a level position Adding Fluid Add fluid at the filler hole until it runs out of the hole when the vehicle is in a level position Drain First remove fill plug then remove drain plug Recom mended tightening torque for drain and fill plugs is 15 25 ft lbs 20 34 N m CAUTION When installing plugs do not overtighte...

Page 376: ... your brake discs brake linings and axle joints inspected and cleaned as soon as possible This will prevent any abrasive material from causing excessive wear or unpredictable braking action Following off pavement usage completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle Check tires body structure steering suspension and exhaust system for damage Check threaded fasteners for looseness particularly on ...

Page 377: ... highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes are Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation Stone and gravel impac...

Page 378: ...ainted surfaces Special Care If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once a month It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors rocker panels and tailgate must be kept clear and open If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the resp...

Page 379: ...possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Interior Care Use Mopar威 Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp cloth a damp cloth with Mopar威 Total Clean then Mopar威 Spot Stain Remover if absolutely necessary Do not use harsh cleaners or Armorall Use Mopar威 Total Clean to clean vinyl upholster...

Page 380: ... type cleaner Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows equipped with electric defrosters Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements When cleaning the rear view mirror spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicl...

Page 381: ...s need cleaning use Mopar威 Total Clean a mild soap 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 FUSE PANEL Interior Fuses The fuse panel is on the lower instrument panel just to the left of the steering column Fuse Panel Location MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 7 ...

Page 382: ...are 12 10 Amp Red Mem Sw Courtesy Lamp B 13 Spare 14 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Ltr R A 15 10 Amp Red Tire Press Mon R O Cavity Fuse Color Description 16 10 Amp Red SCM Cluster OBD B 17 15 Amp Blue Flipper Glass B 19 10 Amp Red OCM R S 20 10 Amp Red WCM Cluster R S 21 15 Amp Blue Autowipe Accy Delay 22 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper B 24 10 Amp Red PDC FCM A580 R S 25 10 Amp Red ABS Trans Case Switch R S CB1 20 ...

Page 383: ... Diesel Only 6 50 Amp Red ASD 7 30 Amp Pink Rr HVAC XK 8 40 Amp Green Acc Delay Seats 9 Spare 10 40 Amp Green Starter JB Power 11 30 Amp Pink Cig Ltr T Tow 12 40 Amp Green EBL Htd Mirror 13 40 Amp Green JB Power 14 50 Amp Red Cabin Htr 2 Diesel Only 15 50 Amp Red Cabin Htr 3 Diesel Only 16 25 Amp Natural IPM Coils 17 Spare 18 20 Amp Yellow TCM AC Clutch 19 20 Amp Yellow Ign Sw Power Distribution C...

Page 384: ...Blue Brake Stop Lamps 28 25 Amp Natural NGC Injectors 29 Spare 30 Spare 31 Mini Relay Cabin Htr 1 Rly Diesel Only 32 Micro Relay TCM Rly Gasoline Only 33 Micro Relay Starter Rly 34 Micro Relay AC Clutch Rly Cavity Fuse Color Description 35 Micro Relay Fuel Pump Rly 36 Mini Relay Cabin Htr 3 Rly Diesel Only 38 Mini Relay Cabin Htr 2 Rly Diesel Only 39 Mini Relay HVAC Blower Rly 40 Mini Relay ASD Rl...

Page 385: ...cro Relay Rt T Tow Stop Turn Rly 7 Micro Relay Park Lamps Rly 8 10 Amp Red Lt Park Lamps 9 10 Amp Red T Tow Park Lamps 10 10 Amp Red Rt Park Lamps 11 Mini Relay Rad Fan Hi Rly 12 20 Amp Yellow FCM Batt 4 13 20 Amp Yellow FCM Batt 2 14 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedal 15 20 Amp Yellow Ft Fog Lamps 16 20 Amp Yellow Horn 17 20 Amp Yellow Rear Fogs 18 20 Amp Yellow FCM Batt 1 19 20 Amp Yellow Lt T Tow S...

Page 386: ...r vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery You may Remove fuse 27 in the Intelligent Power Module labeled Ignition Off Draw IOD 1 Or disconnect the negative cable from the battery 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 ...

Page 387: ... authorized dealers Exterior Lights Bulb Type Backup Lights 3057K Front Fog Lights 9145 Front Park Turn Light 3157K Front Side Marker 2825 Headlights Low Beam 9006 Headlights High Beam 9005 Rear License Plate Light 168 Rear Stop Tail Lights 3057K Rear Turn Tail Lights 2 3057 NOTE Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer If a bulb needs to be replaced...

Page 388: ... Certified 7 Qts 6 6 Liters Cooling System 3 7 Liter Engine Mopar威 Engine Coolant Antifreeze 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 9 Qts 10 Liters 4 7 Liter Engine Mopar威 Engine Coolant Antifreeze 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 14 5 Qts 13 7 Liters 5 7 Liter Engine Mopar威 Engine Coolant Antifreeze 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 14 5 Qts 13 7 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 3...

Page 389: ...ements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Engine Oil 5 7L Engines Use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Oil Filter All Engines Mopar威 Oil Filter P N 05281090 Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com partment Fuel Selection 3 7L and 4 7L En gines 87 Octane Fuel Selection 5 7...

Page 390: ...Synthetic Gear Axle Lubricant SAE 75W 140 API GL5 or equivalent with friction modifier additive Brake Master Cylinder Mopar威 DOT 3 Brake Fluid SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only rec ommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir This system requires the use of Mopar威 Hydraulic System Power Steering Fluid P N 05142893AA or equi...

Page 391: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance 392 䡵 Maintenance Schedules 392 Schedule B 395 Schedule A 405 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 392: ...d 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 ⴖBⴖ It is for vehicles that are ope...

Page 393: ...hedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual Second is Schedule A It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched ule B Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi tions Where time and mileage are listed follow the interval that occurs first CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehi...

Page 394: ...nd transmission and add as needed Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the exhaust system Inspect brake hoses Check the engine coolant anti freeze level hoses and clamps After completion of off road operation the underside of the vehicle should be thoroughly inspected Exam ine threaded fasteners for looseness ...

Page 395: ...g 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 Maintenance Schedule B NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then flush and replace your engine coolant eve...

Page 396: ...l filter if not replaced at 3 months X X X X X Rotate the tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec essary X Drain and refill the front and rear axles X Inspect the brake linings X 396 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 397: ...the tires X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec essary X Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Drain and refill the front and rear axles X Inspect the brake linings X Drain the transfer case and refill X SCHEDULE B 397 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 398: ...oil filter if not replaced at 3 months X X X X X Rotate the tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec essary X Drain and refill the front and rear axles X Inspect the brake linings X 398 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 399: ...e air cleaner filter replace if nec essary X Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect drive belt replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X X Drain and refill the front and rear axles X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid and replace main sump filter 4 7L 5 7L Only X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid X Flush and replace engine cool...

Page 400: ...ced at 3 months X X X X X Rotate the tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec essary X Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X 400 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 401: ...e tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec essary X Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X SCHEDULE B 401 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D...

Page 402: ...tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if nec essary X Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze if not done at 60 months X 402 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 403: ...gine air cleaner filter replace if nec essary X Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid replace main sump filter and spin on cooler return filter if equipped 4 7L 5 7L Only X Drain and refill th...

Page 404: ...2 000 miles 170 000 km X Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts This maintenance is recommended by the manufac turer to the owner but is not required to maintain emissions warranty This maintenance is not required if the belt was previously replaced 404 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 405: ...l and engine oil filter X X X X X Rotate the tires X X X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the brake linings X Drain the transfer case and refill X SCHEDULE A 405 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 406: ...80 000 90 000 Months 36 42 48 54 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X Rotate the tires X X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X 406 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 407: ...owage X X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if nec essary X Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze at 60 months if not replaced at 102 000 miles 170 000 km X Inspect the brake linings X Drain the transfer case and refill X SCHEDULE A 407 8 M A I N T E N...

Page 408: ... and correct stowage X X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if nec essary X Inspect the PCV Valve replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze if not replaced at 60 months X Drain the transfer case and refill X 408 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C ...

Page 409: ...sary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the drive belt replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze if not done at 102 000 miles 170 000 km X Drain the transfer case and refill X Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts This maintenance is recommended by the manufac tu...

Page 410: ...n be badly injured working on or around 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 410 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 411: ...are A List 412 Be Reasonable With Requests 412 䡵 If You Need Assistance 412 䡵 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 415 䡵 Mopar威 Parts 415 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 415 In Canada 415 䡵 Publication Order Forms 416 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 417 Treadwear 417 Traction Grades 417 Temperature Grades 418 9 ...

Page 412: ... list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap pointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vita...

Page 413: ...ustomer Center Any communication to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Dealership name Vehicle identification number Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Cu...

Page 414: ...ithin three weeks of your vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about your service contract call the manufacturer s Service Contract Na tional Customer Hotline at 1 800 521 9922 The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s Service Contract If you pur...

Page 415: ...tion and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may 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 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www NHTSA gov or write to NHTSA U S Dept of Transportation ...

Page 416: ...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 417: ...se Grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con ditions on a specified government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may d...

Page 418: ... laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repre sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test...

Page 419: ...INDEX 10 ...

Page 420: ... Maintenance 56 Alarm Security Alarm 25 180 Alarm System Security Alarm 25 Alignment and Balance 296 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 9 Antenna Satellite Radio 229 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 388 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 132 271 Anti Lock Warning Light 179 Anti Theft System 25 180 Appearance Care 377 Auto Down Power Windows 30 Automatic Dimming Mirror 79 Automatic Door Locks 20 Automatic Headligh...

Page 421: ...ctronic 131 Brake System 370 Anti Lock ABS 132 271 Hoses 371 Master Cylinder 371 Parking 269 Warning Light 178 Brake Transmission Interlock 257 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 68 Bulb Replacement 387 Capacities Fluid 388 Caps Filler Fuel 309 Radiator Coolant Pressure 367 Car Washes 377 Carbon Monoxide Warning 69 153 308 Cargo Area Features 166 Cargo Compartment 166 Luggage Carrier 169 Cargo L...

Page 422: ...erhead 152 Contract Service 414 Converter Catalytic 356 Cooling System 365 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 367 Coolant Capacity 388 Coolant Level 368 Disposal of Used Coolant 368 Drain Flush and Refill 366 Inspection 365 Points to Remember 369 Pressure Cap 367 Radiator Cap 367 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 366 388 Courtesy Lights 121 Crankcase Emission Control System 358 Cruise Control Speed Control 1...

Page 423: ... Off Pavement 276 Off Road 276 DVD Player Video Entertainment System 224 Electric Remote Mirrors 81 Electrical Outlet Auxiliary Power Outlet 162 Electronic Brake Control System 131 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 148 Electronic Stability Program ESP 135 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light 184 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 183 186 Emergency In Case of Freeing Vehicle When...

Page 424: ...ction 388 Overheating 331 Starting 253 Temperature Gauge 182 Engine Oil Viscosity 354 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 354 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 55 Entry System Illuminated 18 Event Data Recorder 56 Exhaust Gas Caution 69 308 Exhaust System 364 Extender Seat Belt 41 Exterior Finish Care 377 Filters Air Cleaner 358 Engine Oil 355 Finish Care 377 Flashers 330 Hazard Warning 330 Turn Signal 17...

Page 425: ...our Way Hazard Flasher 330 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 263 Front Axle Differential 376 Fuel 305 Filler Cap Gas Cap 309 Filler Door Gas Cap 309 Gasoline 305 Gauge 184 Materials Added 307 Octane Rating 305 Requirements 388 Tank Capacity 388 Fuel System Caution 307 310 Fuses 381 Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 152 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 309 348 Gasoline Fuel 305 Gasoline Reformulated 306 Gasoline Oxygenate...

Page 426: ...cator 178 High Beam Low Beam Select Dimmer Switch 126 Hitches Trailer Towing 314 Holder Cup 164 HomeLink威 Garage Door Opener Transmitter 152 Hood Release 119 Hoses 370 Identifying Your Engine 346 Ignition Key 14 Illuminated Entry 18 Infant Restraint 58 59 Inflation Pressure Tires 290 Information Center Vehicle 186 Inside Rearview Mirror 78 Instrument Cluster 177 178 Instrument Panel and Controls 1...

Page 427: ...In Reminder 15 Keyless Entry System 21 Keys 14 Lap Shoulder Belts 33 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 63 64 Lead Free Gasoline 305 Leaks Fluid 71 Life of Tires 294 Liftgate 27 Liftgate Flipper Glass 28 Liftgate Window Wiper Washer 168 Lights 71 120 Airbag 56 179 Alarm 70 Anti Lock 179 Automatic Headlights 123 Battery Saver 122 Brake Assist Warning 140 183 Brake Warning 178 Courtesy Read...

Page 428: ...uster 122 125 Interior 120 125 Lights On Reminder 125 Low Fuel 185 Low Tire 181 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 178 Oil Pressure 180 Passing 126 Reading 121 Seat Belt Reminder 183 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 180 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 178 SmartBeams 124 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 181 Tow Haul Indicator 183 Traction Control 140 180 Turn Signal 122 126 Vanity Mirror 82 Voltag...

Page 429: ...or Light Check Engine 178 349 Manual Service 416 Master Cylinder Brakes 371 Memory Feature Memory Seat 114 Memory Seat 114 Memory Seats and Radio 114 Mini Trip Computer 195 Mirrors 78 Automatic Dimming 79 Electric Powered 81 Electric Remote 81 Exterior Folding 80 Heated 80 Outside 80 Rearview 78 Vanity 82 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 9 Monitor Tire Pressure System 297 Mopar Parts 350 415 Mult...

Page 430: ...ng Light 180 Recommendation 353 388 Viscosity 354 388 Onboard Diagnostic System 348 349 Opener Garage Door HomeLink威 152 Outside Rearview Mirrors 80 Overdrive 259 Overdrive OFF Switch 259 Overhead Console 152 Overheating Engine 182 331 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 416 Paint Care 377 Paint Damage 377 Panic Alarm 23 Park Assist System Rear 141 Parking Brake 269 Passing Light 126 Pedals Adjustable ...

Page 431: ... Remote Keyless Entry 154 158 Quadra Trac 264 Radial Ply Tires 293 Radio Broadcast Signals 199 Radio Operation 200 214 232 Radio Satellite 223 226 Radio Sound Systems 200 214 Rain Sensitive Wiper System 129 Rear Air Conditioning 243 Rear Axle Differential 376 Rear Cup Holder 164 Rear Heater 243 Rear Liftgate 18 Rear Park Assist System 141 Rear Seat Fold and Tumble 109 Rear Seat Folding 109 113 Rea...

Page 432: ...5 Restraints Child 58 Restraints Occupant 32 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck 263 Roof Type Carrier 169 Rotation Tires 304 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 70 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 71 Safety Defects Reporting 415 Safety Information Tire 281 Safety Tips 69 Satellite Radio 223 226 Satellite Radio Antenna 229 Schedule Maintenance 392 Seat Belt Maintenance 70 Seat Belt Reminder 40 Seat Belts 33 Adjustab...

Page 433: ...Alarm 25 180 Selection of Oil 353 Sentry Key Immobilizer 15 Sentry Key Programming 17 Sentry Key Replacement 16 Service Assistance 412 Service Contract 414 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator 178 Service Manuals 416 Setting the Clock 202 216 223 Shifting Automatic Transmission 256 Shoulder Belts 33 Signals Turn 126 178 Skylights Command View 161 SmartBeams 124 Snow Chains Tire Chains 3...

Page 434: ...ing Your Vehicle 386 Sun Roof 159 Sun Visor Extension 82 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 42 Tachometer 180 Temperature Control Automatic ATC 237 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 182 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 63 Tilt Steering Column 131 Time Delay Headlight 127 Tire and Loading Information Placard 285 Tire Identification Number TIN 284 Tire Markings 281 Tire Safety Information 281 Tires 71...

Page 435: ... 294 Wheel Mounting 337 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 316 Torque Converter Clutch 262 Tow Hooks Emergency 340 Tow Haul Indicator Light 183 Towing 312 341 Disabled Vehicle 341 Guide 315 Recreational 323 Weight 315 Traction Control 133 Traction Control Light 180 Trailer Towing 312 Cooling System Tips 322 Hitches 314 Minimum Requirements 317 Trailer and Tongue Weight 316 Wiring 320 Trailer Towing Guid...

Page 436: ...stery Care 379 Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 370 Vanity Mirrors 82 Variance Compass 198 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 8 Vehicle Loading 286 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 9 Vehicle Storage 246 386 Video Entertainment System Rear Seat Video System 224 Viscosity Engine Oil 354 Warning Flasher Hazard 330 Warnings and Cautions 7 Warranty Information 415 Washer Adding Fluid 169 Washers Windshield 127 3...

Page 437: ...Windows Power 29 Windshield Defroster 71 234 241 Windshield Washers 127 Fluid 363 Windshield Wiper Blades 363 Windshield Wipers 127 Wipers Intermittent 128 Wipers Rain Sensitive 129 INDEX 437 10 ...

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