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Daytime Brightness Feature

Certain components (odometer, radio, etc.) can be illumi-
nated at full brightness during the daytime. This can be
helpful when driving with your headlights on during the
daytime such as in a parade or a funeral procession. To
activate this feature, rotate the multi-function control
lever one detent lower than the dome light.

Front Map/Reading Lights

These lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each
light can be turned on by pressing the recessed area of the
lens. To turn these lights off, press the recessed area of the
lens a second time.

Multi-Function Control Lever

The multi-function control lever controls the operation of
the park lights, headlights, headlight beam selection,
passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimming,
and turn signals.

Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights, and
Headlights

Turn the end cap of the multi-function control lever to the
first detent for parking lights and instrument panel
lights. Turn to the second detent for headlight operation.

Multi-Function Control Lever

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for 2006 Liberty

Page 1: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 213 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 299 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 365 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 393 10 INDEX 401 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

Page 4: ...n how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces Your driving skills will improve with experience When driving off road or working the vehicle don t overload it or expect it to overcome the laws of nature Always observe federal state provincial and local laws wherever you drive As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an ac...

Page 5: ... or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by 2 million annually In a roll over crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Always buckle up This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle It is supplemented by a Warranty Inf...

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

Page 7: ...rom outside of the vehicle through the wind shield 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 plate Vehicle Identification Number INTRODUCTION 7 1 ...

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

Page 9: ...out Service 15 Replacement Keys 15 Customer Key Programming 16 General Information 16 䡵 Steering Wheel Lock If Equipped 17 To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel 17 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock 17 䡵 Illuminated Entry 17 䡵 Doors And Door Locks 18 Manual Door Locks 19 Power Door Locks 20 Automatic Door Locks If Equipped 21 Child Protection Locks 21 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry 22 2 ...

Page 10: ...he System 28 䡵 Rear Swing Gate 29 䡵 Windows 32 Power Windows 32 Wind Buffeting 34 䡵 Occupant Restraints 34 Lap Shoulder Belts 36 Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 37 Rear Center Lap Shoulder Belt Retractor Lock Out 41 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 41 Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped 42 Energy Management Feature 43 Seat Belt Pretensioners 44 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder Syste...

Page 11: ...aint Systems SRS Airbags 47 Child Restraint 61 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 71 䡵 Safety Tips 72 Exhaust Gas 72 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 73 Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 2 ...

Page 12: ...four illustrated positions The key can be inserted or with drawn only in the LOCK position The automatic trans mission gear selector must be in the P Park position To remove the ignition key on models with an automatic transmission place the gearshift lever in P Park turn the ignition key to LOCK and remove the key To remove the ignition key on models with a manual transmission depress and hold th...

Page 13: ...ke brake pedal or the gear selector lever Do not leave the keys in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Ignition Key Release Button THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 2 ...

Page 14: ... not the vehicle is locked or unlocked During normal operation the Sentry Key Security Alarm Indicator Light located in the instru ment cluster will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check Afterwards if the bulb remains on this indicates a malfunction in the electronics If the bulb begins to flash immediately after the ignition switch is turned on ...

Page 15: ... 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 Replacement Keys NOTE Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the v...

Page 16: ...alid key and turn the ignition switch ON within 15 seconds After ten seconds a chime will sound and the Sentry Key Security Alarm Indica tor 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 Sentry Key Security Alarm In...

Page 17: ...lightly in both directions until the lock engages To Release the Steering Wheel Lock Insert the key in the ignition and turn the wheel slightly to the right or left to disengage the lock NOTE If you turned the wheel to the right to engage the lock you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to disengage it If you turned the wheel to the left to engage the lock turn the wheel slightly to the left...

Page 18: ...le is equipped with the optional Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the overhead console all warnings including door GATE GLASS and LOWASH will only be displayed in the EVIC display not in the instrument cluster For addi tional information refer to Overhead Console If Equipped in Section 3 See page 135 for more informa tion If any other active warnings including GATE GLASS or LOWASH ar...

Page 19: ...ed the VF display will revert back to only displaying the odometer trip odometer mileage Manual Door Locks Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle If the plunger is down when the door is closed the door will lock Therefore make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door Door Lock Plunger THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 2 ...

Page 20: ...f vehicle equipment may cause severe per sonal injuries and death CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Power Door Locks A door lock switch is on each front door panel Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors If the plunger is down when the door is closed the door will lock ...

Page 21: ...erator pedal is depressed This will occur only once will not reoccur until a door is opened Child Protection Locks The rear doors of your vehicle are equipped with 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 ...

Page 22: ...indow or activate the panic alarm from distances of 23 50 feet 7 15 meters using a transmitter You don t have to point the transmitter at the vehicle to activate the system Each vehicle comes with two transmitters Child Lock Control Four Button Transmitter 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 23: ...inue to hold the Unlock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds then press the Lock button 3 Release both buttons 4 Repeating steps 1 3 will restore original operation NOTE The Light Flash can be enabled or disabled within 23 50 feet 7 15 meters of the vehicle by per forming the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Lock button ...

Page 24: ...g Glass will automatically rise NOTE The transmitter can be programmed to unlatch the flip up window immediately upon activation of the Rear Release button without pressing and holding within 23 50 feet 7 15 meters of the vehicle by per forming the following procedure 1 Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter 2 Continue to hold the Unlock button wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 se...

Page 25: ...you will need to know which mode has been activated in order to deactivate it To Program Additional Transmitters NOTE If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the overhead console the transmitters may also be programmed through the EVIC display For additional information refer to Overhead Console If Equipped in Section 3 See page 135 for more informat...

Page 26: ...be programmed You will hear a chime when a transmitter has been successfully pro grammed General Information This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause un...

Page 27: ...e transmitter case Snap the halves together and test transmitter operation SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This system monitors the vehicle doors swing gate swing gate flip up window and ignition for unautho rized operation When the alarm is activated the system provides both audible and visual signals The horn headlights and tail lights will sound flash repeatedly for three minutes If disturban...

Page 28: ...larm Indicator Light will flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarm is set To Disarm the System To disarm the system you will need to press the Un lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or turn the ignition key to the RUN position 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 NOTE On v...

Page 29: ...swing gate can be unlocked using the remote keyless entry or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors WARNING To avoid injury stand back when opening Glass will automatically rise To open the swing gate pull the gate handle to its first detent to open just the flip up window Pull the handle to its second detent all the way to open both the flip up window and swing gate...

Page 30: ...osed the VF display will show the word GATE and or GLASS and then show the odometer trip odometer mileage each for 2 sec onds The display will continue to cycle NOTE If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the overhead console the warnings door GATE GLASS and LOWASH will be displayed in the EVIC display not in the instrument cluster For additional in...

Page 31: ...ne chime for each complete display cycle After this the VF display will continue to sequence only no chimes If the trip reset button is pressed while the VF warnings are being displayed the VF display will revert back to only displaying the odometer trip odometer mileage NOTE Close swing gate before flip up window CAUTION Do not press on rear wiper blade when closing swing gate as damage to the bl...

Page 32: ...ch or key fob NOTE The swing gate will lock automatically when the vehicle begins moving WINDOWS Power Windows The power window switches are located on the center floor console The top left switch controls the left front window and the top right switch controls the right front window The lower left switch controls the left rear passenger window and the lower right switch controls the right rear pa...

Page 33: ...uto Down Feature If Equipped The driver s and passenger s front window switches have an auto down feature Press the window switch past the detent release and the window will go down auto matically To open the window part way press the window switch part way and release it when you want the window to stop Power Window Switches THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 2 ...

Page 34: ...If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers front airbags for both the driver and front passenger and if equipped window bags for the driver and passengers seated...

Page 35: ...an be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision which includes you This can happen far away from home or on your own street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and they can reduce the seriousness of inju...

Page 36: ...nd 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 worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people s...

Page 37: ...t 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 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 2 ...

Page 38: ...our 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 ...

Page 39: ... belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision NOTE The Seat Belt Indicator Light will remain on until the driver s seat belt is buckled Removing Slack From Belt THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 2 ...

Page 40: ...table and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 6 To release the belt push the red button marked PRESS on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow it to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the ...

Page 41: ... able to pull out more webbing until all of the webbing has been returned back into the retractor WARNING The rear center lap shoulder belt is equipped with a lock out feature to ensure that the rear seat back is in the fully upright and locked position when occu pied If the rear seat back is not fully upright and locked and the rear center lap shoulder belt can be pulled out of the retractor the ...

Page 42: ... and increase the risk of injury in a collision As a guide if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position and if you are taller than average you ll prefer a higher position When you release the anchorage try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will s...

Page 43: ...now in the automatic locking mode How to Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic lock ing mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the driver and front passenger seating pos...

Page 44: ...t Belt Pretensioners The driver and front passenger seat 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 restrai...

Page 45: ...t is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be en abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps NOTE The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or START position The manufacturer does not recom mend deactivating the Enhance...

Page 46: ...y Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and when t...

Page 47: ...ns Remove and store the extender when not needed Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel The passenger side airbag is mounted in Front Airbag Components THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR ...

Page 48: ...the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federal regulations that define Occupant Classification Refer to Occupant Classification System in this section This vehicle may also be equipped with window bags to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window If the vehicle is equipped with window bags they are located above the side windows Their covers are also labeled SRS...

Page 49: ... vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason Along with the seat belts front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Window bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions The front airbags deploy in moderate t...

Page 50: ...s crowded move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint See Child Restraint in this section You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All 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 airbag room...

Page 51: ...k comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel If the vehicle has window bags they also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following Occupant Restraint Controller Remote Acceleration Sensors Airbag Warning Light Driver Airbag Passenger Airbag ...

Page 52: ...ed by the Occupant Classification Module The ORC will not detect roll over or rear impacts The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions These include all of the items listed above except the steering wheel and column and knee bolsters If the key is in the OFF position in the ACC position or not in the ignition th...

Page 53: ...ferent airbag inflation rates may be possible based on collision severity and occu pant size The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the bags inflate to their full size The bags fully inflate in about 50 70 milliseconds This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes The bags then quickly deflate while helpin...

Page 54: ...readings from within the seat cushion Occupants should try to remain in a normally seated position If the occupant s weight is transferred to another object in the vehicle i e feet on the dashboard the OCS may not be able to properly approximate occupant size Furthermore the occupant size may appear to increase or decrease due to objects hanging on the seat other passengers pushing on the seat or ...

Page 55: ...ry is a child Also when the seat is empty or an object that weighs less than a predetermined threshold is placed on the seat the light will remain OFF The PAD indicator light is an amber light located on the grab handle in front of the passenger seat For almost all sizes of properly seated adults the passen ger frontal airbag will be enabled in the event of a collision For small teenagers and some...

Page 56: ...er Assembly and a Belt Tension Sensor The size categories include empty child and adult The OCM sends the Occupant Clas sification to the ORC to determine if a front passenger airbag is allowed If a fault is present the AIRBAG warning light is illuminated The Passenger Airbag Disabled PAD Indicator Light indicates to the driver and passenger when the airbag is turned OFF In the presence of a prope...

Page 57: ...t make any modifications to the front passenger seat components assembly or to the seat cover WARNING Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the front passenger seat assembly its related compo nents or seat cover may inadvertently change the airbag deployment in case of a frontal crash This could result in death or serious injury to the front seat passenger if the vehicle is involved in...

Page 58: ...mpact sensors detect a moderate to severe frontal collision to help restrain the driver and front passenger and then 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 n...

Page 59: ...sh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufac turer s instructions for cleaning It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have deployed If you are involved in another collision the airbags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another...

Page 60: ...ot there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper vehicle body structure or add aftermarket side steps or running boards Do not attempt to modify any part of your advanced airbag system The airbag may inflate accidentally o...

Page 61: ...ystem promptly Does not come on during the 6 to 8 seconds after the ignition switch is first turned on Remains on after the 6 to 8 second interval Comes on for any period of time while driving Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to 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 res...

Page 62: ...d This vehicle is not capable of accommodating the installation of a car bed used for carrying newborn babies at the right front passenger seat position If a car bed must be used to transport a newborn baby the car bed must be installed in the second seating row only Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 2...

Page 63: ... who weigh 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and are older than one year old These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt The belt positioning booster seat is for children weigh ing more than 40 lbs 18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the seat cushion while the child s back is against the seatback ...

Page 64: ...dards The manufacturer recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate 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 pas...

Page 65: ...t could strike the occupants or seat backs and cause serious personal injury LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CH ildren Your vehicle s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH The LATCH system provides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle s seat belts instead securing the child restraint using lower ...

Page 66: ...should not be played with and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle All three rear seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH compatible child seats having flexible webbing mounted lower at tachments Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only Regard less of the specific type of lower attachment NEVER ins...

Page 67: ...he rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces In addition there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat Latch Anchorages Tether Strap Mounting THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 2 ...

Page 68: ...the tether anchorage cover directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint and attach the tether strap to the anchorage being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints raise the head restraint and route the tether strap under the head restraint and ...

Page 69: ...e buckle Then pull the belt until it is all extracted from the retractor Allow the belt to return to the retractor pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion about the child restraint Refer to Automatic Locking Mode earlier in this section In the rear seat you may have trouble tightening the lap shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to th...

Page 70: ...ury to the child Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap Children Too Large for Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seat back should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat Make sure that th...

Page 71: ...period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided...

Page 72: ...ine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for a extended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh outside air into the vehicle Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte nance Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is ra...

Page 73: ...eck when the ignition switch is first turned on If the bulb is not lit during starting have the system checked by an authorized dealer Defrosters Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should feel the air directed against the windshield Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear...

Page 74: ...rea under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected the cause should be located and corrected immediately 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 75: ...Control Outside Mirrors If Equipped 81 Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 82 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 82 䡵 Hands Free Communication UConnect If Equipped 83 Operations 84 Phone Call Features 91 UConnect System Features 94 Advanced Phone Connectivity 98 Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System 100 䡵 Seats 106 Front Seat Manual Adjustment 106 3 ...

Page 76: ...g Lights Instrument Panel Lights And Headlights 116 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 117 Passing Light 117 Turn Signals 117 Lights On Reminder 118 Battery Saver Feature Exterior Lights 118 Fog Lights If Equipped 118 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 118 Light Bar If Equipped 119 䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers 121 Windshield Washers 122 Mist Feature 123 Windshield Wiper Operation 123 Intermittent...

Page 77: ...o Deactivate 134 To Resume Speed 134 To Vary The Speed Setting 134 To Accelerate For Passing 135 䡵 Overhead Console If Equipped 135 Dome Reading Lights 136 Electronic Vehicle Information Center 137 Customer Programmable Features 138 Mini Trip Computer 141 䡵 Garage Door Opener If Equipped 145 When Your Vehicle Is New 146 Programming HomeLink 147 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 150 Using HomeLink...

Page 78: ... 䡵 Cargo Area Features 157 Cargo Light 157 Retractable Cargo Area Cover If Equipped 157 Cargo Tie Down Hooks 158 Cargo Organizer If Equipped 160 䡵 Rear Window Features 162 Rear Window Wiper Washer 162 Rear Window Defroster 163 䡵 Roof Luggage Rack 164 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 79: ...ontal 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 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 3 ...

Page 80: ... the dimming feature is activated CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirrors to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Automatic Dim...

Page 81: ...n the right side mirror Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors If Equipped The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver s door trim panel below the door lock switch Set the top switch to the left or right for the left or right mirror and set it to the center off position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror when you are finished adjusting the mirror Press one of the four arrows fo...

Page 82: ... visor To use the mirror rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward The lights turn on automatically Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights When the ignition is turned off the light will turn off automatically after approximately 8 minutes Sun Visor Extension If Equipped This feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for increased coverage Lighted Vanity Mirror 82 U...

Page 83: ... mute the system s micro phone for private conversation The UConnect phonebook enables you to store up to 32 names and four numbers per name Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language This system is driven through your Blue tooth Hands Free profile cellular phone UConnect features Bluetooth technology the global standard that enables different electronic device...

Page 84: ...e provider or the phone manufacturer for details The UConnect system is fully integrated with the vehicle s audio system The volume of the UConnect system can either be adjusted from the radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control right switch if so equipped The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the UConnect system such as CELL or caller ID on certain radios...

Page 85: ...se the combined form voice command Phonebook New Entry or you can break the combined form command into two voice com mands Phonebook and New Entry Please remem ber the UConnect system works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone as if speaking to some one sitting eight feet away from you Voice Command Tree Refer to Voice Tree at the end of this section Help Command If you need assistan...

Page 86: ... to refer ence your cellular phone owner s manual One of the following vehicle specific websites may also provide detailed instructions for pairing with the brand of phone that you have NOTE www chrysler com uconnect www dodge com uconnect www jeep com uconnect The following are general phone to UConnect System pairing instructions Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the fol...

Page 87: ...ne can be in use connected to your UConnect System The priority allows the UConnect system to know which cellular phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time For example if priority 3 and priority 5 phones are present in the vehicle the UConnect system will use the priority 3 cellular phone when you make a call You can select to use a lower priority cellular phone ...

Page 88: ...g beep say the name of the person you want to call For example you can say John Doe where John Doe is a previ ously stored name entry in the UConnect phone book Refer to Add Names to Your UConnect Phonebook to learn how to store a name in the phonebook The UConnect system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number which may appear in the display of certain radios Add Names ...

Page 89: ...o the main menu The UConnect system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language Edit Entries in the UConnect Phonebook NOTE Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion Press the Phone button to begin After ...

Page 90: ...Phonebook Delete After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say List Names to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose To select one of the entries from the list press the Voice Recognition button while the UConnect sys...

Page 91: ...tries To call one of the names in the list press the Voice Recognition button during the playing of the desired name and say Call NOTE the user can also exercise Edit or Delete operations at this point The UConnect system will then prompt you as to number designation you wish to call The selected number will be dialed Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnect ...

Page 92: ...he user can only either answer an incoming call or ignore it Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress To make a second call while you are currently in a call press the Voice Recognition button and say Dial or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress To go back to the first call refer to Togg...

Page 93: ...n To end a call in progress momentarily press the Phone button Only the active call s will be terminated and if there is a call on hold it will become the new active call Redial Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Redial The UConnect system will call the last number that was dialed on your cellular phone Note this may not be the last number dialed from...

Page 94: ...is using Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the language you wish to switch to English Espanol or Francais if so equipped Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection After selecting one of the languages all prompts and voice commands will be in that language NOTE After every UConnect language change op eration only...

Page 95: ... making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly Your phone must be turned on and paired to the UCon nect system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect system Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Towi...

Page 96: ... number with your UConnect system that normally requires you to enter in a touch tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad you can push the Voice Recognition button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word Send For example if required to enter your pin number followed with a pound 3 7 4 6 you can press the Voice Recognition button and say 3 7 4 6 Send Saying a number or sequen...

Page 97: ... status is given for roaming net work signal strength phone battery strength etc Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect system while dialing via the cell phone keypad the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth cellular phone the audio wil...

Page 98: ...ccess voice activated automated system to receive news weather stocks traffic etc related information Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect system allows on going calls to be transferred to your cellular phone to the UConnect system without terminating the call To transfer an ongo ing call from your UConnect paired cellular phone to the UConnect system o...

Page 99: ...utton and say Select or Delete Also see the next two sections for an alternate way to select or de lete a paired phone Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect system The phone must have been previously paired to the UConnect system that you want to use it with Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the foll...

Page 100: ...rompted say the priority number of the cellu lar phone you wish to delete You can also press the Voice Recognition button anytime while the list is being played and say the priority number of the phone you wish to delete Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System Voice Recognition VR Always wait for the beep before speaking Speak normally without pausing just as you would speak to a person ...

Page 101: ...mended It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the UConnect phonebook UConnect phonebook name tag recognition rate is optimized for the voice of the person who stored the name in the phonebook You can say O letter O for 0 zero 800 must be spoken eight zero zero Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing number combinations may...

Page 102: ...ommunication 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 cell phone is recom mended to remain in Bluetooth on mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either ON or ACC position or after a reset you must wait at least five 5 seconds p...

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

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

Page 105: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 3 ...

Page 106: ...ager Beeper Phone pairing Pairing Phonebook Phone book Return to main menu Return Main menu Select phone select Set up Phone settings phone set up SEATS Front Seat Manual Adjustment Move the seat forward or rearward using the adjustment bar Lift up on the bar located on the front of the seat near the floor Position the seat and be sure the latch engages fully Manual Seat Adjustment 106 UNDERSTANDI...

Page 107: ...Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the re cliner only when the vehicle is parked Front Seat Adjustment Recline To adjust the seatback lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat lean back and release the lever at the desired p...

Page 108: ...able head restraints should be adjusted so that the upper edge is as high as practical The head restraints have a locking button that must be pushed inward to lower the head restraint The restraints may be raised without pushing in the button Adjustable Head Restraints 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 109: ...de under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked 6 Way Power Seat with Manual Recliner The seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use this switch to move the seat up or down forward or rearward or to tilt the seat Power Seat Switches UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 3 ...

Page 110: ...line the seat Heated Seats If Equipped The heated seat switch is located on the outboard side of the front seats Pressing this switch to its desired setting HI or LO will activate the respective heating element for the heated seat Recline Control Lever Heated Seat Switches 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 111: ... of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat 65 35 Split Folding Rear Seat To provide additional storage area each rear seat can be folded flat to allow for extended cargo space and still maintain some rear seating room NOTE Prior to folding the rear seat it may be necessary to reposition the front se...

Page 112: ...at is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly To fold the 65 35 rear seat perform the following steps 1 Locate the seatback release handle on the outboard top side of each rear seatback lift up on the handle and rotate the lever forward until the seatback releases Fold the seatback completely forward Rear Seat Release 112 ...

Page 113: ...from fully locking you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position The seat release handle will be flush with the seatback when the seat is fully latched NOTE If the rear seatback is not fully latched the center shoulder belt will not be able to be extended for use If you cannot extend the center shoulder belt please make sure your seatback is fully latched WARNING Be certain th...

Page 114: ...of the instrument panel Then reach under the hood and slide the safety latch to the right and lift the hood To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Lower the hood until it is open approximately 12 inches 30 cm and then push hood closed This should Hood Release Lever Underhood Safety Latch 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 115: ...automatically turn off in about 8 minutes if a door is left open or the dimmer control is left in the dome light position Turn the ignition switch ON to restore the overhead light operation Rear Cargo Light If Equipped The rear cargo light includes an independent On Off switch which when off will not allow the illumination of any interior lighting when the rear swing gate or flipper glass is opene...

Page 116: ...turned on by pressing the recessed area of the lens To turn these lights off press the recessed area of the lens a second time Multi Function Control Lever The multi function control lever controls the operation of the park lights headlights headlight beam selection passing light fog lights instrument panel light dimming and turn signals Parking Lights Instrument Panel Lights and Headlights Turn t...

Page 117: ...the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released The High Beam Indicator Light will illuminate when the high beams are on Turn Signals Move the multi function control lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially...

Page 118: ...ts If Equipped The front fog light switch is in the multi function control lever To activate the front fog lights turn on the park or low beam headlights and pull out the end of the lever The Fog Light Indicator Light will illuminate when the fog lights are on NOTE The fog lights will only operate with the park lights or the headlights on low beam Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the f...

Page 119: ...etc may be illegal in your state province Your state province may also require aux iliary lights be covered when operating your vehicle on the public streets highways roads etc Further illuminating these lights with the supplied covers installed could cause permanent damage to the light bar Before using these auxiliary lights contact your State or Provincial Authorities for proper operation and us...

Page 120: ...An indicator light in the instrument cluster will illumi nate when the light bar has been activated To reinstall lamp covers insert the tab under the top center lip of the lamp housing Rotate the cover until snap fit is aligned with notch in the bottom center of the housing Push cover until it is securely snapped flush in the housing Light Bar Switch 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 121: ...itch on the control lever This control lever is located on the right side of the steering column For front wiper operation turn the control lever end cap upward to select the desired wiper speed Windshield Wiper Washer Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 3 ...

Page 122: ...oving when a low washer fluid condition is detected the VF display will show the word LOWASH and then show the odometer trip odometer mileage each for 2 seconds The display will continue to cycle If any other active warnings including door GATE or GLASS are present they will be shown in the VF display and will continue to cycle If the vehicle starts moving two single chimes will occur one chime fo...

Page 123: ...hen the vehicle is restarted Windshield Wiper Operation Turn the control lever end cap upward to the middle mark sixth detent for Low speed wiper operation or to the upper mark seventh detent for High speed opera tion Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be tween cycles desirable Move the control lever to any ...

Page 124: ... the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down as desired Pull the lever back towards you and firmly push the lever until it is above the lower surface of the shroud to lock the column in place Tilt Steering Column 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 125: ... System BAS Brake Assist System ERM Electronic Rollover Mitigation and ESP Electronic Stability Program All five systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in vari ous driving conditions are commonly referred to as ESP ABS Anti Lock Brake System This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions The system controls hydraulic brake pressu...

Page 126: ...ction Control System This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels If wheel spin is detected brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability A feature of the TCS system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle If one wheel on a driven ax...

Page 127: ...ing sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING BAS Brake Assist System cannot prevent the natu ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions BAS cannot prevent accidents in cluding those resulting from excessive speed in turns...

Page 128: ...ing during severe or evasive driving maneuvers It can not prevent wheel lift due to other factors such as road conditions leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles WARNING Many factors such as vehicle loading road condi tions and driving conditions influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur ERM can not prevent all wheel lift or rollovers especially those that involv...

Page 129: ... the brake of the appropri ate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition Oversteer when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position Understeer when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position ESP TCS Indicator Light The ESP TCS Indicator Light located in the instrument cluster starts to flash as soon as ...

Page 130: ... safety or the safety of others The ESP system has 2 available operating modes in 2WD 4WD Part Time 4WD Full Time Selec Trac Only and on 2WD vehicles The system has a single operating mode in 4WD Low Range High Range 4WD Part Time 4WD Full Time or 2WD Models ESP On This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 2WD 4WD Part Time 4WD Full Time Selec Trac Only and on 2WD vehicles Whenever the vehicle ...

Page 131: ... if the vehicle is in deep snow sand or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESP would nor mally allow is required to gain traction To turn ESP on again momentarily depress the ESP Control Switch This will restore the normal ESP On mode of operation NOTE To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with snow chains or starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch t...

Page 132: ...n 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 ESP BAS Warning Lamp The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP is combined with BAS The ESP BAS Warning Lamp and the ESP TCS Indicator Light in the instru...

Page 133: ...er that caused the ESP activation ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged this device takes over accelerator opera tions beginning at speeds of approximately 30 mph 48 km h The controls are mounted on the steering wheel and consist of ON OFF SET RES ACCEL CANCEL and DECEL controls To Activate Press and release the ON OFF button to turn the system on To turn the system off press the ON OFF button aga...

Page 134: ...ely 30 mph 48 km h To Vary The Speed Setting When the Speed Control is on and set speed can be increased by pressing and holding the RES ACCEL but ton When the button is released a new set speed will be established Tapping the RES ACCEL button once will result in a 2 mph 3 km h speed increase Each time the button is tapped speed increases so tapping the button three times will increase speed by 6 ...

Page 135: ...ove conditions To reduce the frequency of the down shifts and to improve vehicle performance it is advisable to lock out overdrive Press the O D OFF button on the right side of the shift lever WARNING Leaving the Speed Control on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always turn the syst...

Page 136: ...acy the vehicle should be driven at a speed greater than 20 mph 32 km h for several min utes Dome Reading Lights Located in the overhead console are two dome reading lights The dome reading lights illuminate when a door or the swing gate is opened or when the interior lights are turned on by rotating the dimmer control located on the multi function lever The reading lights are activated by pressin...

Page 137: ...ing messages and symbols Each message is accompanied by a series of beeps DRIVER DOOR OPEN PASSENGER DOOR OPEN N DOORS OPEN N 2 3 4 RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN REARGATE OPEN LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN LIFTGLASS OPEN TURN SIGNAL ON with graphic PERFORM SERVICE WASHER FLUID LOW REMOTE KEY BATTERY LOW NO J1850 BUS MSGS RECEIVED LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE RIGHT REAR LOW ...

Page 138: ... 15 mph 25 km h Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select Yes or No Auto Unlock On Exit Available Only When the AUTO DOOR LOCKS Feature is Turned On When this feature is selected all the vehicle s doors will unlock when the driver s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in P Park or N Neu tral position Pressing the STEP button when in this display will se...

Page 139: ...usly 3 The next display will say PRESS FOB 2 UNLOCK Press the unlock button on the second key fob 4 The next display will say FOB 2 TRAINED At this point the procedure can be exited by pressing the STEP RESET or C T button 5 Repeat step 2 4 to train additional key fobs A total of four key fobs can be programmed Can also be programmed using the key fob refer to Remote Keyless Entry earlier in this ...

Page 140: ...is selected a service interval between 2 000 miles 3 200 km and 6 000 miles 10 000 km in 500 mile 800 km increments may be selected Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select distances between 2 000 miles 3 200 km and 6 000 miles 10 000 km in 500 mile 800 km increments 2 8L Diesel Engine When this feature is selected a service interval between 3 125 miles 5 000 km and 12 500 miles 2...

Page 141: ...sed A single chime will sound to indicate that a reset has occurred Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within 3 seconds while in any of the three resettable displays the RESET button will reset all three displays A chime two beeps will sound to indicate that a reset has occurred Menu Button Press the Menu button to scroll through the following screens LANGUAGE DISPLAY U S OR METRIC ...

Page 142: ... miles per gallon MPG or liters per 100 km L 100 km since the last reset Miles To Empty Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled before the fuel gauge shows E Empty The distance is calcu lated by multiplying the amount of fuel remaining by the projected fuel economy The distance predicted will change every few seconds to a higher or lower number as these factors change This display cannot...

Page 143: ...urns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL symbol does not appear you must manually put the compass into the Calibration mode To Put Into a Calibration Mode Turn on the ignition and set the display to Compass Temperature Press and hold the RESET b...

Page 144: ...th In some areas of the country the difference between magnetic and geographic north is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings If this occurs the compass variance must be set according to the Compass Variance Map 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 145: ...erence that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED Equipped in vehicles that have the optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC The HomeLink威 Wireless Control System ...

Page 146: ...etain the original transmitter of the RF device you are programming for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink programming It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed HomeLink buttons be erased for security purposes To erase the programmed buttons perform the procedure shown below under When Your Vehicle Is New or for assis tance contact HomeLink at www home...

Page 147: ...pets or damage to objects Programming HomeLink NOTE It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device being pro grammed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal 1 Position the end of your hand held transmitter 1 3 inches 5 14 cm away from the lower left corner of the EVIC display while keeping the display in vi...

Page 148: ...nge to TRAINED contact HomeLink at www homelink com or call 1 800 355 3515 for assistance 4 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink button TRANSMIT should appear on the display If your device activates when the HomeLink button is depressed and released programming is complete NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons simply repeat the Programming HomeLink pro cess If the message TRANSMI...

Page 149: ...the brand of the garage door opener or other rolling code equipped device repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming process HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink but tons simply repeat the Programming Homelink pro cess If after programming the HomeLink Wireless Control System the hand held transmitter and or ot...

Page 150: ...gate operator it is advised to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating Press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release every two seconds ⴖcycleⴖ your hand held transmitter button until the radio signal has success fully been accepted by HomeLink The message TRAINED will appear on the HomeLink display Proceed with the remaining steps under Program...

Page 151: ...he switch rearward to fully open the sunroof The sunroof can be stopped at any position between closed and full open Momentarily pressing the switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature causing the sunroof to open automatically Sunroof Switch w o Console UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 3 ...

Page 152: ...l stop the sunroof and it will remain in a partial open position Again momentarily pressing the switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature To close the sunroof hold the switch in the forward position Again any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open condition until the switch is pushed forward again The sunroof is not completely closed...

Page 153: ...e sun roof Never allow fingers or other body parts or any object to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel POWER OUTLET To the right of the convenience tray lower center of instrument panel is an outlet for electrically powered accessories Pull lightly on the top of the plastic cover to ope...

Page 154: ...f equipped The rear power outlet is a direct feed from the battery so it receives 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 Rear Power Outlet 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 155: ...ts 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 alternator to recharge the vehicle s battery CUP HOLDERS In the center console there are two cup h...

Page 156: ...he optional Smoker s package a removable ash tray is inserted into the front cup holder location The rear passengers have access to a cup holder on each rear door trim panel Rear Cup Holders 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 157: ...ens surface will turn off all interior lights Push on the lens surface a second time to restore the interior lights to normal operation Retractable Cargo Area Cover If Equipped To cover the cargo area 1 Grasp the center portion of the cover flap Pull it over the cargo area 2 Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots in the pillar trim cover 3 The swing gate may be opened or closed wi...

Page 158: ... store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting Do not store in the vehicle Cargo Tie Down Hooks The tie downs located on cargo area floor should be used to safely secure loads when vehicle is moving Cargo Tie Down Hooks 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 159: ...evenly on the cargo floor Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback This could impair visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop...

Page 160: ...torage compartments WARNING To avoid tipping lock the shelf securely in all positions Do not drive this vehicle with the liftgate open or use the shelf as a seat Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious or fatal injury 1 To raise the cargo organizer pull up on the handle and pull towards the rear of the vehicle Cargo Organizer 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 161: ... Do not load objects over 30 lbs 13 5 kg in the upper position Failure to follow this warning could cause the cargo organizer to collapse resulting in personal injury CAUTION Do not load objects over 100 lbs 45 kg in the lower position Failure to follow this could cause damage to the cargo organizer Cargo Organizer Mounting UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 3 ...

Page 162: ... rear wiper washer function Rotating the center of the switch up to the DEL Delay position or the ON position will activate the wiper Rotating the switch ring beyond the ON or OFF position will activate the rear washer The wash pump will continue to operate as long as the lever or ring is engaged Upon release the wipers will cycle three times before returning to the set position If the rear wiper ...

Page 163: ...ob Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radia tor antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water Rear Window...

Page 164: ...vent damage to heating elements Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Also keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements ROOF LUGGAGE RACK External racks do not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle Be sure that the total occupant and luggage load inside the vehicle plus the load on the lu...

Page 165: ...e surface of the roof and the load Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack Wind forces due to natural causes or nearby truck traffic can add sudden upward loads This is espe cially true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo or your vehicle WARNING Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle Improperly s...

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Page 167: ...trument Cluster Description 173 䡵 Electronic Digital Clock 183 Clock Setting Procedure 183 䡵 Radio General Information 183 Radio Broadcast Signals 183 Two Types Of Signals 183 Electrical Disturbances 184 AM Reception 184 FM Reception 184 䡵 Sales Code RBK AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD Changer Controls 185 Radio Operation 185 CD Player Operation 187 4 ...

Page 168: ...pped 201 System Activation 201 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ENS SID 201 Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB RAH And RBK Radios 202 Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP RBU RAZ RB1 And RBQ Radios 202 Selecting a Channel 203 Storing And Selecting Pre Set Channels 203 Using The PTY Program Type Button If Equipped 203 PTY Button Scan 203 PTY Button Seek 204 Satellite Antenna 204 Recept...

Page 169: ... CD Player 6 Disc In Cargo Area 206 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 207 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 207 䡵 Climate Controls 208 Blower Control 208 Temperature Control 208 Mode Selection 208 Operating Tips 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 4 ...

Page 170: ...INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR CONTROLS 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 171: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 3 7L ENGINES UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 4 ...

Page 172: ...2 8L DIESEL ENGINES 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 173: ...er Indicates vehicle speed 5 Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressur...

Page 174: ...s are mechanically locked to gether forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed See page 234 for more infor mation 7 Fog Light Indicator Light If Equipped This light shows when the front fog lights are on 8 Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD II which monitors engine and auto matic transmission control systems This light will ...

Page 175: ...brake system will continue to operate normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not on Also a chime will sound if the light comes back on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefit of Anti Lock Brakes The operation of the ABS light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position The light shou...

Page 176: ...ter drops back into the normal range If the engine remains in the high range turn the engine off and call for service 12 Reset Button Press this button to toggle between the odometer and trip odometer display When in the trip odometer mode holding the button in resets the trip odometer Also pressing the Reset button will clear out any warning messages in the odometer display 13 Odometer Trip Odome...

Page 177: ...ON 15 Oil Pressure Warning Light Shows low engine oil pressure The light will come on and remain on when the ignition switch is turned from the OFF to the ON position and the light will turn off after the engine is started If the bulb does not come on have the system checked by your autho rized dealer If the warning light comes on and remains on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engi...

Page 178: ... indicate an ABS malfunction that could lead to reduced braking perfor mance WARNING Driving a vehicle with the BRAKE warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking per formance or vehicle stability during braking may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle or will make your vehicle harder to control You could have an accident Have the vehicle checked immedi ately The op...

Page 179: ...d Refer to Sentry Key Immobilizer System or Vehicle Security Alarm in Section 2 of this manual for more information 21 Fuel Gage When the ignition key is in the ON position the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank A small arrow indicates the side of the vehicle where the filler cap gas cap is located 22 Low Fuel Warning Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 3 ...

Page 180: ... continuously Refer to Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System BeltAlert in the Occupant Restraints section for more information 26 Light Bar Indicator Light If Equipped This light indicates when the light bar lamps are on 27 Water In Fuel Warning Light Diesel Models Only This light indicates water has collected in the fuel filter and should be drained immediately Refer to Starting Procedures Di...

Page 181: ... In advertently driving with the brake pedal depressed for more than a few seconds when the accelerator pedal is held in place can cause the ETC system to assume that a stuck accelerator pedal has occurred This will result in a loss of power Returning the brake pedal to its normal position or moving the accelerator pedal will cancel this condition If the depressed brake pedal and the constant acce...

Page 182: ...Electronic Brake Control System in Section 5 for more information 31 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator Light Traction Control System TCS Indicator Light If Equipped If this indicator light flashes during accelera tion apply as little throttle as possible While driving ease up on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road con ditions and do not switch off the ESP o...

Page 183: ...time setting will increase each time you press a button RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast Signals Your new radio will provide excellent reception under most operating conditions Like any system however car radios have performance limitations due to mobile op eration and natural phenomena which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning To help you understand and save you...

Page 184: ...ch 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 remain active for up to 45 sec...

Page 185: ...ition switch It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up or the bottom to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding the button in will bypass stations without stopping until you release it Tune...

Page 186: ...ss the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Audio The audio but...

Page 187: ...tween radio frequency and time General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired opera tion NOTE Changes or modifications not expressively ap proved b...

Page 188: ...nd seconds Play will begin at the start of track one Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection EJT Eject Press the EJT button and the disc will unload and move to the entran...

Page 189: ...ton repeatedly to select between the CD player the optional remote CD changer and the Satellite Radio if equipped When Satellite Radio if equipped is selected SAT will appear in your radio display A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite mode Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped Th...

Page 190: ...lay RND Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer Operating Instructions Satellite Radio Mode If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner s Manual CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road th...

Page 191: ...reasons Excessive vibration Disc inserted upside down Damaged disc Water condensation on optics SALES CODE RBQ AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH 6 DISC CD CHANGER NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate Radio Operation Power Volume Control Press the PWR VOL control to turn the radio on Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume RBQ Radio UNDERSTANDIN...

Page 192: ...n in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode Seek Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding the button in will by pass stations without stopping until you release it Tune Press the TUNE con...

Page 193: ...g button number will be displayed Audio The audio button controls the BASS TREBLE BAL ANCE and FADE Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed Press the SEEK or SEEK to increase or decrease the Bass tones Press the AUDIO button a second time and TREB will be displayed Press the SEEK or SEEK to increase or decrease the Treble tones Press the AUDIO button a third time and BAL will be displaye...

Page 194: ...n the ON or ACC position and the Power Volume control pushed ON before the CD player will operate Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 inch 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism You may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF the display will show the time ...

Page 195: ...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 other CD s in the radio the radio will play the next CD If the CD is removed and there are no other CD s in the radio the radio will return to the last selected AM or FM mode The disc can be ejected with the radio and ig...

Page 196: ...Play PTY Program Type Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Pressing the PTY button repeatedly 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 Pro...

Page 197: ... PTY name The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode The radio display will flash SEEK and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station If no station is found with the selected PTY program type the radio will return to the last station If a preset button is activated while in the PTY Program Type mode the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the prese...

Page 198: ...play will resume automatically As a safeguard and to protect your CD player one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot CD HOT will pause the operation Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected or another MODE is selected CD ERROR will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the...

Page 199: ...be able to use the Naviga tion system and the CD Player simultaneously Always remove the Navigation DVD before inserting another disc 6 DISC REMOTE CD CHANGER IF EQUIPPED Loading the CD Changer Removing the CD Changer Magazine NOTE Always keep the CD changer door closed except when ejecting or installing the magazines The door is designed to keep dust dirt and foreign objects out of the CD changer...

Page 200: ...the tray into the magazine until it locks in place Do not remove the trays from the magazine If the discs are installed upside down CD Err will be displayed on the radio NOTE Do not use 3 inch 8 cm discs in the magazine If a CD adaptor for 3 inch 8 cm discs is used the disc will not be ejected Removing Discs from the Magazine To remove the disc gently pull out the desired disc tray from the magazi...

Page 201: ... news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios System Activation To activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service call the toll free number 888 539 7474 or visit the Sirius web site at www sirius com Please have the following informa tion available when activating your system 1 The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID...

Page 202: ... With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds All twelve ESN SID num bers will be displayed The radio will exit the ESN SID mode when any other button is pushed the ignition is turned OFF or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed Selecting Satellite Mode in RBB RAH and RBK Radios Press the MODE butto...

Page 203: ...s that may contain objectionable content can be blocked Contact Sirius Customer 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 w...

Page 204: ...around the trunk lid antenna if equipped Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance Larger lug gage items such as bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible within the loading design of the rack Do not place items directly on or above the antenna Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons T...

Page 205: ...sing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the 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 i...

Page 206: ...e third etc The button in the center of the left hand switch switches the side of the tape to be played CD Player Single Disc in Radio Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play ...

Page 207: ...g the disc 4 Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner cleaners or antistatic sprays 5 Store the disc in its case after playing 6 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight 7 Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio Thi...

Page 208: ...cted by rotating the temperature control knob on the right The coldest tem perature setting is fully counterclockwise and the warm est setting fully clockwise The knob can be positioned at any detent Mode Selection The mode selector the center rotary knob and the push button above it can be set in any of the following positions Press this button to turn on and off the air condi tioning Conditioned...

Page 209: ...ticed Bi Level Air flows through the outlets located in the instru ment panel on the floor and in the rear of the center console Slight airflow from the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield may be noticed Floor Air flows through the floor outlets located under the instrument panel and through the outlets lo cated in the rear of the center console Slight airflow from the defrost out...

Page 210: ...s been reached choose a mode position and adjust the temperature control knob and blower speed as necessary to maintain comfort For high humidity conditions it may be necessary to remain in the Max A C Recirculation mode to maintain comfort Window Fogging In mild but rainy or humid weather windows will fog on the inside To rapidly clear the fog off all the windows select the defrost mode turn the ...

Page 211: ...sion protection and to raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against overheating A 50 concentration is recom mended Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter months make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of ice slush snow or other obstruc tions UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 4 ...

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Page 213: ...ter Separator 221 Re Priming The Diesel Fuel System 222 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 223 䡵 Transmission Shifting 224 6 Speed Manual Transmission 224 Automatic Transmission 227 Rocking The Vehicle 233 䡵 Four Wheel Drive Operation 234 Command Trac威 Operating Information Precautions 234 Shift Positions 236 Shifting Procedure 237 Selec Trac威 Operating Information Precautions If Equipped 238 5 ...

Page 214: ...rough Water 249 Driving In Snow Mud And Sand 250 Hill Climbing 250 Traction Downhill 251 After Driving Off Road 252 䡵 Tire Safety Information 253 Tire Markings 253 Tire Identification Number TIN 256 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 257 䡵 Tires General Information 261 Tire Pressure 261 Tire Inflation Pressures 262 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 264 Radial Ply Tires 264 Tire Spinning 264 Trea...

Page 215: ...line 277 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 277 MMT In Gasoline 278 Materials Added To Fuel 278 Fuel System Cautions 278 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 279 䡵 Fuel Requirements Diesel Engines 280 䡵 Fuel Tank Filler Cap Gas Cap 281 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 282 䡵 Trailer Towing 282 Common Towing Definitions 283 Trailer Hitch Classification 285 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 285 Trailer A...

Page 216: ... Towing Tips 292 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 294 Towing 2WD Models 294 Towing 4WD Models 294 䡵 Snow Plow 297 216 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 217: ...clutch interlocking ignition system which requires the clutch to be fully depressed before starting the vehicle 4WD Models Only In 4L mode this vehicle will start regardless of whether or not the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor This feature enhances off road performance by allowing the vehicle to start when in 4L without having to depress the clutch pedal The 4 LO MODE indicator light will il...

Page 218: ...ing procedure WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury If Engine Fails to Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the Normal Starting procedure it may be flooded Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it the...

Page 219: ...rocedure should be repeated After Starting The idle speed is automatically controlled and will de crease as the engine warms up Normal Starting Diesel Engines 1 Turn the ignition key to the ON RUN position 2 Watch the Glow Plug Indicator Light It will stay on for a maximum of 2 seconds depending on engine temperature When the Glow Plug Indicator Light goes out the engine is ready to start 3 Do not...

Page 220: ...s occurred This will result in a loss of power Returning the brake pedal to its normal position or moving the accelerator pedal will cancel this condition If the depressed brake pedal and the constant accelerator pedal position are maintained for an extended period of time the ETC warning light will begin to flash and continue until the ignition switch is cycled in the following manner Cycle the i...

Page 221: ...tor separates the water nor mally found in diesel fuel A manual hand prime pump is located on the filter head for re priming the fuel system The fuel water separator is located on the driver side cowl in the engine compartment Refer to 2 8L Turbo Diesel Engine Compartment in Section 7 for location NOTE If the Water In Fuel Warning Light located in the instrument cluster comes on this indicates tha...

Page 222: ...ollowing procedure must be followed after com pletely running out of fuel 1 Add a minimum of 2 gallons 7 57L of diesel fuel to the fuel tank 2 Open the hood 3 Depress the fuel water separator knob 20 consecutive times 4 Turn the ignition to START and crank the engine a maximum of 10 seconds If the engine does not start repeat Step 3 NOTE The engine will typically start within 10 sec onds the engin...

Page 223: ...he cord to a standard 110 115 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded three wire extension cord The engine block heater cord is found under the hood clipped to the heater line on the left side of the engine 3 7L Engines The engine block heater cord is strapped to the engine oil dipstick tube on the left side of the engine 2 8L Diesel Engines WARNING Remember to disconnect the cord before driving...

Page 224: ... Manual Transmission Follow the shift pattern on the gearshift knob NOTE The backup lights will come on when your vehicle is in R Reverse gear and the ignition is in the ON position Manual Shift Controls 224 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 225: ...ained high engine or road speeds in lower gears Engine damage may result Do not downshift into a low gear while traveling at too high a speed for that gear Engine clutch or transmis sion damage may result Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal This causes heat buildup and damages the clutch When you slow down or go up a grade downshift as speed requires or the engine may overheat Never hold the...

Page 226: ...9 34 55 47 76 56 90 Cruise 10 16 19 31 27 43 37 60 41 66 Clutch Interlocking Ignition System 2WD Models Only Manual transmission vehicles are equipped with a clutch interlock safety feature The clutch pedal must be fully depressed to allow cranking of the engine 4WD Models Only The exception to this clutch inter lock is 4WD models equipped with a manual transmis sion For these models the clutch in...

Page 227: ... forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a brake transmission shift interlock system BTSI which holds the gearshift lever in the P Park position when the ignition switc...

Page 228: ...ended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle you should always shift the vehicle into P Park remove the key from the ignition and apply the parking brake Once the key is removed from the ignition the transmission shift lever is locked in the P Park position securing t...

Page 229: ...fter rearward without depressing the shift lever button CAUTION Before moving the shift lever out of P Park you must turn the ignition from LOCK to ON so the steering wheel and shift lever are released Other wise damage to the steering column or shifter could result R Reverse For moving the vehicle rearward Always stop before moving the lever to R Reverse except when rocking the vehicle N Neutral ...

Page 230: ...e if the following conditions are present The transmission selector is in D Drive The O D OFF button has not been activated Vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph 48 km h Transmission has reached normal operating temperature When frequent transmission shifting occurs while using Overdrive such as when operating the vehicle under heavy load conditions for example in hilly terrain strong head w...

Page 231: ...he temperature of the transmission reaches the appropriate temperature Refer to the Note under Torque Con verter Clutch later in this section If the transmission temperature gets too hot the trans mission may downshift out of Overdrive or engage overdrive at higher vehicle speeds until the transmission cools down After cooldown Overdrive will resume normal operation 2 Second For moderate grades an...

Page 232: ...onse during normal operation in D Drive position If the transmission becomes hot enough the TRANS TEMP warning light in the instru ment cluster will come on After the transmission cools down it will return to normal operation Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been added to the automatic transmission of this vehicle A clutch within the torque converter engages a...

Page 233: ... will not cause damage to the transmission The torque converter will refill within 5 seconds of shifting from P Park into any other gear position Rocking the Vehicle If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow sand or mud it can often be moved by a rocking motion Move the gear selector rhythmically between First and R Reverse while applying slight pressure to the accelerator The least amount of accelerat...

Page 234: ...transfer case 4H and 4L positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed This is accomplished by simply moving the shift lever to these positions The 4H and 4L positions are intended for loose slippery road surfaces only Driving in the 4H and 4L positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear an...

Page 235: ...wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case When operating your vehicle in 4L the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 2H or 4H positions at a given road speed Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h Proper operation of 4 wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size type and circumference on each wheel Any difference will adverse...

Page 236: ...he parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle Shift Positions For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below 2H Rear Wheel Drive High Range Normal street and highway driving Dry hard surfaced roads 4H 4 Wheel Drive High Range Locks the front and rear driveshafts together Forces the front and rear whe...

Page 237: ...ift Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever 4H to 4L or 4L to 4H With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift an automatic transmission to N Neutral or depress the clutch on a manual transmission While the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift the transfer case lever firmly to the desired position Do not pause in transfer case N Neutral NOTE To shift ...

Page 238: ...imes on any given road surface including dry hard surfaced roads The 4 FULL TIME mode allows the front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds which eliminates driveline binding and component wear that is normally associated with driving the vehicle in the 4 PART TIME position on dry hard surfaced roads This feature provides the safety security and convenience of operating in 4 wheel drive a...

Page 239: ...r the 2WD or N Neutral positions CAUTION Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning The Selec Trac transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for the shift to take place Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case When operating your vehic...

Page 240: ...shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle Shift Positions For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below 2WD Rear Wheel Drive High Range Normal street and highway driving Dry hard surfaced roads...

Page 241: ...be required after shifting This will induce a torque interrupt and allow full engagement of the newly selected position With the vehicle stationary it may be necessary to shift the automatic transmission from D Drive to R Reverse and back to D Drive after shifting This will allow full engagement of the newly selected position Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever 4 PART TIME...

Page 242: ...ent shifting into N Neutral by accident NOTE Pausing in transfer case N Neutral in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission may require shutting the engine OFF to avoid gear clash while completing the shift If difficulty occurs shift transmis sion to N Neutral hold foot on brake and turn engine OFF Make shift to desired mode NOTE Shifting into or out of 4LO is possible with the vehicle com...

Page 243: ...e rear wheel on an excessively slippery surface slight application of the parking brake may be necessary to gain maximum trac tion WARNING On vehicles equipped with a limited slip differen tial never run the engine with one rear wheel off the ground The vehicle may drive through the rear wheel remaining on the ground and cause you to lose control of your vehicle PARKING BRAKE To set the parking br...

Page 244: ...ke 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 WARNING Leaving children unattended in a vehicle is dan gerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake or the gear selector lever Don t leave the keys in the ignit...

Page 245: ...ls and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer WARNING Significant over or under inflation of tires or mixing sizes of tires or wheels on the vehicle can lead to loss of braking effectiveness The Anti Lock Brake System conducts a low speed self test at about 12 mph 20 km h If for any reason your foot is on the brake when...

Page 246: ...system ABS cannot prevent the natu ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The ABS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydro planing Only a safe attentive and s...

Page 247: ...capability if power assist is lost If for some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers NOTE Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are considered normal and does not indicate that...

Page 248: ...them capable of performing in a wide variety of off road applications Specific design characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional 2 wheel drive vehicles any more than low slung sports cars are...

Page 249: ...e entering the water CAUTION When driving through water do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h Always check water depth before entering as a precaution and check all fluids afterward Driving through water may cause damage that may not be covered by the new vehicle limited warranty Driving through water more than a few inches deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent dam age to your vehicle ...

Page 250: ...ppearance 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 or for additional control at slower speeds shift the transmission to a low gear and shift the transfer case to 4L or 4LO if necessary Refer to Four Wheel Drive Operation in this section Do not shift to a lower gear than necessary to maintain headway Ov...

Page 251: ...a hill in N Neutral using only the brake Remember never drive diagonally across a hill always drive straight up or down If the wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of a hill ease off the accelerator and maintain headway by turning the front wheels slowly left and right This may provide a fresh bite into the surface and will usually provide traction to complete the climb Traction Downhill...

Page 252: ...brush These things could be a fire hazard They might hide damage to fuel lines brake hoses axle pinion seals and propeller shafts After extended operation in mud sand water or similar dirty conditions have brake rotors wheels brake linings and axle yokes inspected and cleaned as soon as possible WARNING Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking Y...

Page 253: ... 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 254: ...k tire based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Milimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section Width in Inches in R Construction Code R means Radial Construction D means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in 254 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 255: ...itions ie 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 256: ...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 257: ...e face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar For vehicles other than passenger cars the cold tire inflation pressures are listed on either the shutface of the driver s door the B pillar the Certification Label or in the Tire Inflation Pressures brochure in the glove compartment Tire Placard Location STARTING AND OPERATING 257 5 ...

Page 258: ...re to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWR s for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded For further information on GAWR s vehicle loading and trailer towing see the Vehicle Loading sect...

Page 259: ... load capacity is 650 lb since 5 x 150 750 and 1400 750 650 lb 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the...

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Page 261: ...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 problems You could lose control of your vehicle Overinflated or under inflated tires can affect ve hicle ...

Page 262: ...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 263: ...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 264: ...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 loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause an accident Al ways use ...

Page 265: ...wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves 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 sta...

Page 266: ...ovide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed see the paragraph on tread wear indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa tion placard for the size designation of your tir...

Page 267: ...ty 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 in...

Page 268: ...ceiver Module NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintain the proper pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light 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 second...

Page 269: ...threshold value is re programmable at your authorized dealer to accommo date the customer selected wheel tire combinations rec ommended by DaimlerChrysler Corporation 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 repla...

Page 270: ... 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 ti...

Page 271: ...stem 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 programmable at you...

Page 272: ...plays the following messages LEFT FRONT LEFT REAR RIGHT FRONT RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE 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 m...

Page 273: ... 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 ca...

Page 274: ...nents it is important that only chains in good condition are used Broken chains can cause serious damage Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could indicate chain breakage Remove the damaged parts of the chain before further use Install chains on the rear wheels as tightly as possible and then retighten after driving about 1 2 mile 0 8 km Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h Drive cautiously ...

Page 275: ...ENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering handling and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates and develop irregular wear patterns These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on On Off Road type ti...

Page 276: ... engine is designed to meet all emis sions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when us ing high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane rating of 87 The use of premium gasoline is not recommended The use of premium gasoline will provide no benefit over high quality regular gasoline and in some circumstances may result in poorer performance Mid grade gasoline 89 octane...

Page 277: ... use of gasoline that meets the WWFC speci fications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and is spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality The manufacturer strongly supports the use of reformu lated gasoline Pro...

Page 278: ... used in your vehicle The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump therefore you should ask your gasoline 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 Mate...

Page 279: ...uch fuels or additives 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 an...

Page 280: ... from fuel gelling or wax plugging of the fuel filters This vehicle is fully compatible with biodiesel blends up to 5 biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D 975 NOTE DaimlerChrysler Corporation recommends that this vehicle should be operated using Diesel fuel with 15 ppm Sulfur or less where it is available WARNING Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending agent They can be unstable under ...

Page 281: ... start the engine This will cause damage to the fuel system Have the fuel system flushed The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap has been designed for use with this vehicle When tightening the gas cap tighten until 2 or 3 clicks are heard to insure that the cap is properly seated Fuel Filler Ca...

Page 282: ...the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system WARNING Never add fuel when the engine is running Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel cap is removed or the tank filled TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and informatio...

Page 283: ... in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for operation condition The recom mended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR The gross combination weight rating GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination Note that...

Page 284: ... between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling Weight Carrying Hitch A weight carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle These kind of hitches are...

Page 285: ...sist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Max GTW towable for your given drivetrain Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max GTW Gross Trailer Wt Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg Class IV Extra Hea...

Page 286: ... 243 kg 32 Sq Ft 2 97 square meters 2 000 lbs 907 kg 200 lbs 91 kg 3 7L Automatic 4x4 5 600 lbs 2 540 kg 7 400 lbs 3 356 kg 32 Sq Ft 2 97 square meters 2 000 lbs 907 kg 200 lbs 91 kg 3 7L Automatic w Cooler 4x2 5 350 lbs 2 427 kg 9 850 lbs 4 468 kg 60 Sq Ft 5 57 square meters 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg 500 lbs 227 kg 3 7L Automatic w Cooler 4x4 5 600 lbs 2 540 kg 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 60 Sq Ft 5 57 square m...

Page 287: ...e 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 we...

Page 288: ...mum 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 Perfo...

Page 289: ...n 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 automatic...

Page 290: ...sage 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 Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity...

Page 291: ... 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 front of you Failure to do so could result in an acciden...

Page 292: ...l 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 292 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 293: ... 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 O D OFF If Equipped To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat ing press the O D OFF button when driving in hilly areas or shift the transmission to Drive position 2 on...

Page 294: ...Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more informa tion RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing 2WD Models Recreational towing is not allowed Towing with the rear wheels on the ground can result in severe transmis sion damage Towing 4WD Models CAUTION Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used Internal damage to the transmission or transfer ca...

Page 295: ...tional towing to prevent damage to internal parts 1 Depress brake pedal 2 Shift transmission into N Neutral 3 Shift transfer case lever into N Neutral 4 Start engine 5 Shift automatic transmission into D Drive or manual transmission into any forward gear 6 Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement 7 Shut the engine OFF and place the ignition key into the unlocked OFF positio...

Page 296: ... transfer case lever to desired position 4 Shift automatic transmission into P Park 5 Start engine 6 Shift automatic transmission into D Drive or manual transmission into any forward gear 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 dise...

Page 297: ...d 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 STARTING AND OPERATING 29...

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Page 299: ...rheats 301 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing 302 Jack Location 303 Spare Tire Stowage 303 Preparations For Jacking 304 Jacking Instructions 304 䡵 Jump Starting Gasoline Engines 307 䡵 Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped 309 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 310 2WD Models Only 310 4WD Models Only 310 6 ...

Page 300: ...ar the road It warns other drivers to steer clear of you and your vehicle This is an emergency warning system not to be used when the vehicle is in motion To activate the warning flashers press the button on the instrument panel between center air outlets To turn the warning flashers off press the button again NOTE With extended use the flashers may run down your battery Hazard Warning Switch 300 ...

Page 301: ... 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 If the pointer rises to the H hot mark on a vehicle equipped with a gasoline engine pull over and stop the vehicle Do not turn the engine off Idle the vehicle with the air conditioning turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range ...

Page 302: ...hile allowing the engine to idle and cool the engine JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING Getting under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to ...

Page 303: ...e position turn the thumb screw counterclock wise to loosen jack assembly and then remove it Spare Tire Stowage To remove the spare tire from the carrier remove the tire cover if equipped and remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench turning them counterclockwise Jack Storage Location Spare Tire Mounting WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303 6 ...

Page 304: ...r enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally oppo site of the jacking position For example if changing the right front tire block the left rear wheel Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked Jacking Instructions 1 Remove spare tire 2...

Page 305: ...the jack handle on the jack Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 305 6 ...

Page 306: ...he jack screw to the left 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 Lowe...

Page 307: ...heater radio and all unnecessary electrical loads 4 Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 5 Connect the other cable first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then connect the other end to a non paint metal surface on the engine of the vehicle with t...

Page 308: ...battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area immediately with large amounts of water Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source that has a greater than 12 volt system i e do not use a 24 volt power source Never attempt to jump start a discharged battery that is frozen because it ...

Page 309: ...th tow hooks they are mounted in the front and the rear CAUTION Tow hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a vehicle stranded off road Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing You could damage your vehicle Tow straps are recommended when towing the vehicle chains may cause vehicle damage WARNING Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks Tow straps and chains may br...

Page 310: ...0 mph 48 km h or farther than 15 miles 24 km 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 Removing the driveshaft for towing is not recommended since this can allow fluid to drain from the transmission 4WD Models Only The manufacturer recommends towing with all four wheels OF...

Page 311: ... Inspection And Maintenance Programs 317 䡵 Replacement Parts 318 䡵 Dealer Service 318 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 319 Engine Oil 319 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tension 323 Spark Plugs 324 Catalytic Converter 324 Crankcase Emission Control System 326 Air Cleaner Filter 326 Maintenance Free Battery 326 Air Conditioner Maintenance 327 Power Steering Fluid Check 328 7 ...

Page 312: ...40 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission 342 Manual Transmission 342 Transfer Case 342 Front Rear Axle Fluid 343 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 345 䡵 Fuse Panel 349 Interior Fuses 349 Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center 351 䡵 Vehicle Storage 355 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 356 䡵 Bulb Replacement 356 Head Light 356 Front Turn Signal 357 Front Fog Light Front Fascia Mounted 358 Lig...

Page 313: ...r Tail Stop Turn Signal And Back Up Lights 360 Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL 361 䡵 Fluid Capacities 362 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 363 Engine 363 Chassis 364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 7 ...

Page 314: ...3 7L ENGINE 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 315: ...2 8L TURBO DIESEL ENGINE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 7 ...

Page 316: ...rs 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 Li...

Page 317: ...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 should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD system is r...

Page 318: ...st 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 during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on with the engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopar威 parts ...

Page 319: ...ance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance However if a malfunction of these items does occur it could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance These items should be inspected if a malfunction is obser...

Page 320: ...Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure This could damage your engine Change Engine Oil Road conditions as well as your kind of driving affect the interval at which your oil should be changed Check the following to determine if any apply to you Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C Stop and go driving Extensive engine idling Driving in dusty con...

Page 321: ...r all engines under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer tified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API The manufacturer only recommends API Certified engine o...

Page 322: ... is acceptable Any engine oil that does not meet the manufacturer s requirements should not be used Your engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle Synthetic Engine Oils Gasoline Engines There are a number of engine oils being promoted as either synthetic or semi synthetic If you chose to use such a product use only those oils that are certified by the A...

Page 323: ...ers 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 and Tension At the mileage shown in the appropriate Maintenance Schedule check all drive belts for condition and proper tension Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure Inspect the drive belt for evidence of cuts cracks or glazi...

Page 324: ...s of the converter as an emission control device Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage CAUTION Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engi...

Page 325: ...g a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam age Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed such as when...

Page 326: ...hedule A If however you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or severe conditions the filter element should be inspected periodically and replaced if necessary at the intervals shown on Maintenance Schedule B WARNING The air cleaner can provide protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air cleaner unless it is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near ...

Page 327: ...gative post Battery posts are marked positive and negative and identified 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 service...

Page 328: ... 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 other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipmen...

Page 329: ... Lubrication U joints cardan joints are sealed and do not require lubrication Prop shafts yokes ball joints and other driveline and steering components may be provided with grease fittings for lubrication Lubrication of these com ponents at the intervals specified in the appropriate Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 is very important particularly if your vehicle is subjected to off road or other h...

Page 330: ... windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner This will remove accumula tions of salt or road film Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield K...

Page 331: ...o 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 adjacent body areas for broken dam aged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or ...

Page 332: ... any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the A C con denser if equipped or the radiator core Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber cracking tears cuts and tightness of connection at the coolant recovery bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks Cooling System Drain Flush And Refill A...

Page 333: ...coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the specified antifreeze coolant as soon as possible Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base antifreeze coolant products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the antifreeze coolant and may plug the radiator This vehicle has not been designed for use...

Page 334: ...r 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 protection ag...

Page 335: ...les for your community To prevent ingestion by animals or children do not store HOAT 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 ground spills immediately Engine Coolant Level The coolant recovery bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the antifreeze coolant level is adequat...

Page 336: ...issipate Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle Check antifreeze coolant freeze point in the system If frequent antifreeze coolant additions are required or if the level in the recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks Maintain engine coolant anti freeze concentration to 50 HOAT engine coolant anti freeze minimum and distilled w...

Page 337: ...sure 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 R...

Page 338: ...era tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings There fore oil wetness at the hose coupling area is not neces sarily an indication of leakage Actual dripping of hot fluid when systems are under pressure during vehicle operation should be noted before hose is replaced based on leakage NOTE Inspection of brake hoses should be done when ever the brake system is serviced and every engine oil chan...

Page 339: ... and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type WARNING Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or unidentified as to specification may result in sudden brake failure during hard pro longed braking You could have an accident WARNING Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can res...

Page 340: ...ng the recommended fluid CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer s recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Fluid Le...

Page 341: ...the fluid level is correct if it is in the HOT region cross hatched area on the oil level indicator The fluid level indicator should be in the COLD region at 70 F 21 C fluid temperature If the fluid level is low add sufficient fluid to bring to the proper level Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Fluid is added through the dipstick tube NOTE To prevent dirt and wate...

Page 342: ...bottom of the hole Add fluid if necessary to maintain the proper level Frequency of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle Fluid changes are not necessary unless the lubricant has become contaminated with water If con taminated with water the fluid should be changed im mediately Transfer Case ...

Page 343: ...stalling plugs do not overtighten You could damage them and cause them to leak Selection of Lubricant Use only manufacturer s recommended fluid refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Front Rear Axle Fluid The front axle has a threaded fill plug on the cover plate and a threaded drain plug on the bottom side of the carrier Fluid Level Check Lubricant should be 1 2 1 cm ...

Page 344: ...ng 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 the chassis drivetrain components steering and suspen sion Retighten if required to torque values specified in the Service Manual Also check for accumulations of vegetation or brush that could beco...

Page 345: ... 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 impact Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air nea...

Page 346: ...s 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 responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is cons...

Page 347: ...lean then Mopar威 Spot Stain Remover if absolutely necessary Do not use harsh cleaners or Armorall Use Mopar威 Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery Leather Seat Care Cleaning Mopar威 Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leath...

Page 348: ...leaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft tissue Seat Be...

Page 349: ...ndow Relay 2 10 Amp Red Rear Fog Lights Export Only 3 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter 4 10 Amp Red Headlight Low Beam Right 5 10 Amp Red Headlight Low Beam Left 6 20 Amp Yellow Body Control Module Power Door Locks 7 10 Amp Red Left Park Light Left Tail Lamp License Plate Lamp 8 Spare 9 10 Amp Red Right Park Light RightTail Lamp License Plate Lamp Cluster 10 Spare 11 15 Amp Blue Flasher 12 15 Amp Blue ...

Page 350: ...ights Trailer Tow Stop and Turn Lights 20 Spare 21 10 Amp Red Radio Cavity Fuse Description 22 20 Amp Yellow Power Sunroof Relay Antenna Module Export Only 23 Spare 24 10 Amp Red PDC Blower Motor 25 10 Amp Red Heated Seat Switches HVAC Control Head Trailer Tow Battery Charge 26 10 Amp Red Headlight High Beam Right 27 10 Amp Red Headlight High Beam Left 28 Spare 29 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors Rear Wi...

Page 351: ...Only Transmission Range Switch Automatic Transmis sion Only Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center Your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distri bution center located in the engine compartment near the battery This power center houses plug in Cartridge fuses which replace in line fusible links The power center also contains Mini fuses and plug in full and micro ISO relays A label ins...

Page 352: ...wer F4 40 Amp Green ABS Pump F5 20 Amp Yellow NGC Trans F6 30 Amp Pink ASD F7 50 Amp Red JB Power F8 40 Amp Green Ign Start F9 50 Amp Red JB Power F10 30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow F11 Open F12 30 Amp Pink Light Bar F13 40 Amp Green Windows F14 40 Amp Green Ignition Switch F15 50 Amp Red JB Power Power Distribution Center 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 353: ...mp Natural Injectors F27 Open F28 15 Amp Blue Starter R29 Half ISO Relay Fuel Pump R30 Half ISO Relay Starter Cavity Fuse Description R31 Half ISO Relay Wiper On Off R32 Half ISO Relay Wiper Hi Lo R33 Full ISO Relay H Blower R34 Full ISO Relay Rad Fan Hi R35 Half ISO Relay A C Clutch R36 Open R37 Half ISO Relay NGC Trans R38 Open R39 Full ISO Relay ASD R40 Full ISO Relay Rad Fan Lo MAINTAINING YOU...

Page 354: ...r Tow F11 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Heater F12 30 Amp Pink Light Bar F13 40 Amp Green Windows F14 40 Amp Green Ignition Switch F15 50 Amp Red JB Power Cavity Fuse Description F16 15 Amp Blue ASD Feed F17 Open F18 Open F19 30 Amp Pink Rear Window Defogger HBL F20 Open F21 20 Amp Yellow A C Clutch F22 Open F23 Open F24 Open F25 20 Amp Yellow ABS Valves F26 25 Amp Natural Injectors F27 Open F28 15 Amp Blue ...

Page 355: ... battery You may Remove Cartridge fuse 15 in the Power Distribution Center labeled Ignition Off Draw IOD Store the removed IOD fuse in the Power Distribution Center location 11 labeled IOD Storage 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 minute...

Page 356: ...nted Stoplight 921 W16W Fog Lights Sport Limited Only 9145 Fog Lights Renegade H3 Exterior Lights Bulb Type Front Park Turn Lights 3157 P27 7W Front Side Marker 168 Headlights 9007QL Rear License Plate Light 168 Rear Stop Tail Lights 3157 P27 7W Rear Turn Signal Lights 2 3757 APY27 7W NOTE Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer If a bulb needs to b...

Page 357: ...ill severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol 5 Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb Front Turn Signal 1 Remove the screw from the turn signal park lamp unit 2 Pull the inboard side of the lamp away enough to disengage the tab that secures the outboard side of the lamp from the slot in the front bumper fasc...

Page 358: ... electrical connector and replace the bulb Front Fog Light Front Fascia Mounted 1 Remove the three screws from the backside of the lamp housing 2 Pull the bezel and lens away from the lamp housing far enough to access and disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb pigtail wire 3 Pinch together the two hooked ends of the bulb retainer clip and disengage them from the slots in the mounting flange...

Page 359: ...mes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol 5 Pull the bulb straight out of the mounting flange and replace the bulb Light Bar 1 Remove the screws from the light bar cover 2 Remove the light bar cover 3 Disconnect wiring harness from bulb socket 4 Rotate the socket on the back of the lamp housing counter clockwise to unlock it MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 7 ...

Page 360: ...ith any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol 5 Replace the bulb Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal and Back Up Lights 1 Open the swing gate 2 Remove the two Torx fasteners 3 Remove rear lamp assembly 4 Rotate the socket on the back of the lamp housing counter clockwise to unlock it 5 Replace the bulb 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 361: ...CHMSL 1 Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL 2 Twist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket 4 Replace the bulb reinstall the socket and reattach the CHMSL MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 7 ...

Page 362: ... Liter Diesel Engine SAE 0W 40 Synthetic Engine Oil 6 4 Qts 6 1 Liters Cooling System 3 7 Liter Engine Mopar威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 14 Qts 13 2 Liters 2 8 Liter Diesel Engine Mopar威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 13 Qts 12 5 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 363: ...l able SAE 5W 40 Synthetic Engine Oil is acceptable Oil Filter 3 7L Engine Mopar威 Oil Filter P N 4781452AA or 4781452BB Oil Filter 2 8L Diesel Engine Mopar威 Oil Filter P N 5003558AA Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine compartment Fuel Selection Gasoline En gines Only 87 Octane 89 Octane should be used for trailer towing purposes 3 7L Only Fuel Selectio...

Page 364: ...t SAE 80W 90 or equivalent Axle Differential Rear Mopar威 Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W 90 or equivalent For trailer towing the lubricant should be replaced with Mopar威 Synthetic Gear Axle Lubricant SAE 75W 140 or equivalent Models equipped with Trac Lok require a limited slip additive Brake Master Cylinder Mopar威 DOT 3 Brake Fluid SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not a...

Page 365: ...enance 366 䡵 Maintenance Schedules Gasoline Engines 366 Schedule B Gasoline Engines 369 Schedule A Gasoline Engines 379 䡵 Maintenance Schedules Diesel Engines 384 Schedule B Diesel Engines 386 Schedule A Diesel Engines 391 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 366: ...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 GASOLINE ENGINES There are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle First is Schedule ⴖBⴖ It is for vehicl...

Page 367: ...ual NOTE Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule B 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 ...

Page 368: ...ylinder and transmis sion 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 ...

Page 369: ...e 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 then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow Schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then flush and replace your engine coolant anti f...

Page 370: ...ne oil and engine oil filter if not replaced at 3 months X X X X X Rotate the tires X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X 370 SCHEDULE B GASOLINE ENGINES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 371: ...nspect the engine air filter element replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as nec essary X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Inspect the transfer case fluid add if necessary X SCHEDULE B GASOLINE ENGINES 371 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 372: ... filter if not replaced at 3 months X X X X X Rotate the tires X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed X 372 SCHEDULE B GASOLINE ENGINES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 373: ...sary X Inspect the brake linings X X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid replace main sump filter and spin on cooler return filter if equipped X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required if belt was previously replaced X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid X ...

Page 374: ...ced at 3 months X X X X X Rotate the tires X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required if belt was previously replaced X 374 SCHEDULE B GASOLINE ENGINES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 375: ...e if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as nec essary X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required if belt was previously replaced X Inspect the transfer case fluid add if necessary X SCHEDULE B GASOLINE ENGINES 37...

Page 376: ...tires X X Inspect the engine air filter element replace if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required if belt was previously replaced X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze if not done at 60 months X 376 SCHEDULE B GASOLINE ENGINES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 377: ... plugs X Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as nec essary X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid replace main sump filter and spin on cooler return filter if equipped X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required if belt was previously re...

Page 378: ...le is used for frequent trailer towing or fleet commercial service This maintenance is recommended by the manufac turer to the owner but it is not required to maintain emissions warranty Off highway operation trailer towing taxi limousine bus snow plowing or other types of commercial service or prolonged operation with heavy loading especially in hot weather require front and rear axle service ind...

Page 379: ...ine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Rotate the tires X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element and replace if necessary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as nec essary X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the transfer case fluid X SCHEDULE A GASOLINE ENGINES 379 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 380: ...ilometers 60 000 70 000 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 Inspect the brake linings X X 380 SCHEDULE A GASOLINE ENGINES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 381: ...ace the spark plugs X Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the drive belt and replace if needed X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not re quired if previously replaced X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze X Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary X Inspect the transfer case fluid X SCHEDULE A GASOLINE ENGINES ...

Page 382: ...sary X Replace the spark plugs X Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary X Inspect the brake linings X Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed Not required if previously replaced X X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze if not done at 60 months X Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary X Inspect the transfer case fluid X 382 SCHEDULE A GASOLINE ENGINES 8 M A ...

Page 383: ...replace as needed Not required if pre viously replaced X X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze if not done at 102 000 miles 170 000 km X Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid X Inspection and service should be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all receipts This maintenance is recommended by the m...

Page 384: ...sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing Heavy loading Taxi police or delivery service commercial service Off road or desert driving NOTE Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule B 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 driv...

Page 385: ...the terminals as required Check the fluid levels of engine coolant anti freeze deaeration bottle brake master cylinder and transmis sion 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 Inspect engine acces...

Page 386: ...nd go driving Extensive engine idling Driving in dusty conditions Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 2 km More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Trailer towing Heavy loading Taxi police or delivery service commercial service Off road or desert driving 386 SCHEDULE B DIESEL ENGINES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 387: ...air filter element Replace as necessary X X X Replace the engine air filter element X X Inspect the boost pressure solenoid filter Replace as necessary X X X X X Replace the fuel filter water separator unit X Inspect the brake linings X X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X X SCHEDULE B DIESEL ENGINES 387 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 388: ...e the boost pressure solenoid filter if not previously replaced X Replace the fuel filter water separator unit X Replace the engine accessory drive belt X Inspect the brake linings X X X Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid X X X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid X Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid replace su...

Page 389: ...nspect the boost pressure solenoid filter Re place as necessary X X X X X Replace the boost pressure solenoid filter if not previously replaced X Replace the engine accessory drive belt X Replace the engine timing belt and idler pul leys X Inspect the engine timing belt tensioner re place if necessary X Replace the fuel filter water separator unit X X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti free...

Page 390: ...for frequent trailer towing or fleet commercial service The replacement of such component is requested if there is superficial wear bearing clearance or evident grease leak This maintenance is not required if the belt was previously replaced Inspection and service should be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all receipts 390 SCHEDULE B DIESEL ENGINES 8 M A I N T E N A ...

Page 391: ...ce the engine air filter element X X Inspect the boost pressure solenoid filter Replace as nec essary X X X Replace the boost pressure solenoid filter if not previ ously replaced X Replace the fuel filter water separator unit X X Inspect the brake linings X X Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary X Inspect the transfer case fluid X SCHEDULE A DIESEL ENGINES 391 8 M A I N T E N A N...

Page 392: ...X X Replace the engine timing belt and idler pulleys X Inspect the engine timing belt tensioner replace if necessary X Flush and replace the engine coolant anti freeze X Replace the engine accessory drive belt X Inspect the brake linings X X Inspect the transmission fluid add as necessary X Inspect the transfer case fluid X The replacement of such component is requested if there is superficial wea...

Page 393: ...are A List 394 Be Reasonable With Requests 394 䡵 If You Need Assistance 394 䡵 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 397 䡵 Mopar威 Parts 397 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 397 In Canada 397 䡵 Publication Order Forms 398 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 399 Treadwear 399 Traction Grades 399 Temperature Grades 400 9 ...

Page 394: ... 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 395: ...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 396: ...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 397: ...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 398: ...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 399: ...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 400: ... laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repre sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test...

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Page 402: ...27 Alignment and Balance 267 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antenna Satellite Radio 204 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 362 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 125 245 Anti Lock Warning Light 175 Appearance Care 345 Arming Theft System Security Alarm 28 Auto Down Power Windows 33 Automatic Dimming Mirror 80 Automatic Door Locks 21 Automatic Transmission 227 340 Adding Fluid 341 Fluid and Filter Changes 340 ...

Page 403: ...5 175 245 Hoses 338 Master Cylinder 338 Parking 243 Warning Light 178 Brake Transmission Interlock 227 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 71 Bulb Replacement 356 Bulbs Light 356 Calibration Compass 143 Capacities Fluid 362 Caps Filler Fuel 281 Radiator Coolant Pressure 334 Car Washes 345 Carbon Monoxide Warning 147 279 Cargo Area Cover 157 Cargo Area Features 157 Cargo Compartment Light 115 157 ...

Page 404: ...5 66 Child Safety Locks 21 Climate Control 208 Clock 183 Clutch Interlocking Ignition System 217 226 Command Trac Operation 234 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 207 Compass 143 Compass Calibration 143 Compass Variance 144 Computer Trip Travel 141 Console Overhead 135 Contract Service 396 Converter Catalytic 324 Cool Down Turbo 220 Cooling System 332 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 334 Coolant Capacity 362 Co...

Page 405: ...Priming 222 Diesel Fuel Water Separator 221 Dimmer Switch Headlight 117 Dipsticks Oil Engine 319 Power Steering 328 Disabled Vehicle Towing 310 Disarming Theft System 28 Disposal Engine Oil 323 Used Engine Fluids 323 Door Locks 18 Door Locks Automatic 21 Door Opener Garage 145 Doors 18 Drive Belts 323 Driving 248 Off Pavement 249 Off Road 249 Electric Remote Mirrors 81 Electrical Outlet Auxiliary ...

Page 406: ...ns 71 Checking Oil Level 319 Compartment 314 Compartment Identification 314 Cooling 332 Exhaust Gas Caution 279 Fails to Start 218 Flooded Starting 218 Fuel Requirements 276 362 Jump Starting 307 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 174 Oil 319 362 Oil Change Interval 320 Oil Disposal 323 Oil Filter 323 Oil Filter Disposal 323 Oil Selection 321 322 362 Oil Synthetic 322 Overheating 301 Starting 217 ...

Page 407: ... Transmission 340 Clutch Fluid 342 Engine Oil 319 Manual Transmission 342 Power Steering 328 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 363 Fog Light Service 358 Fog Lights 118 358 Folding Rear Seat 111 Four Wheel Drive 234 Operation 234 Shifting 237 241 Systems 234 238 Four Way Hazard Flasher 300 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 233 Front Axle Differential 343 Fuel 276 280 Diesel 280 Filler Cap Gas Cap 281 Fille...

Page 408: ...6 Fuel 179 Odometer 176 Speedometer 173 Tachometer 173 Gear Ranges 226 228 General Information 274 Glass Cleaning 348 Glow Plug Light 181 Gross Axle Weight Rating 283 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 283 Hands Free Phone UConnect 83 Hazard Warning Flasher 300 Head Restraints 108 Head Rests 108 Headlights 116 Bulb Replacement 356 High Beam 173 Lights On Reminder 118 Passing 117 Replacing 356 Switch 116 ...

Page 409: ...ew Mirror 79 Instrument Cluster 171 Instrument Panel and Controls 170 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 348 Interior Appearance Care 347 Interior Fuses 349 Interior Lighting 115 Interior Lights 115 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 123 Introduction 4 Jack Location 303 Jack Operation 302 304 Jacking Instructions 304 Jump Starting 307 Key Programming 16 Key Release Button 12 Key Replacement 15 Key Sentr...

Page 410: ... 157 Center Mounted Stop 361 Cruise 177 Daytime Running 118 Dimmer Switch Headlight 115 117 Dome 136 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator 129 182 Electronic Throttle Control Warning 180 Fog 118 358 Four Wheel Drive Indicator 174 Fuses 349 Glow Plug Light 181 Hazard Warning Flasher 300 Headlight Switch 116 Headlights 116 356 Headlights On Reminder 118 Headlights On With Wipers 116 High Beam I...

Page 411: ...129 182 Transfer Case 178 179 Transmission Warning 177 Turn Signal 117 173 357 360 Wait to Start 181 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 173 Water in Fuel 180 Loading Vehicle Tires 257 Locks Automatic Door 21 Child Protection 21 Door 18 Power Door 20 Steering Wheel 17 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH 65 66 Lubrication Body 329 Luggage Carrier 164 Luggage Rack Roof Rack 164 Maintenanc...

Page 412: ...linder Brakes 338 Mini Trip Computer 141 Mirrors 79 Automatic Dimming 80 Electric Remote 81 Heated 82 Outside 80 Rearview 79 Vanity 82 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 8 Monitor Tire Pressure System 268 Mopar Parts 318 397 Multi Function Control Lever 116 Navigation System 199 New Vehicle Break In Period 71 Occupant Classification System OCS 54 Occupant Restraints 34 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 2...

Page 413: ...eLink威 145 Organizer Cargo 160 Outside Rearview Mirrors 80 Overhead Console 135 Overheating Engine 301 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 398 Paint Care 345 Paint Damage 345 Panic Alarm 25 Parking Brake 243 Passing Light 117 PCV Valve 326 Pets 71 Phone Cellular 83 Phone Hands Free UConnect 83 Placard Tire and Loading Information 258 Polishing and Waxing 346 Power Distribution Center 351 Door Locks 20 ...

Page 414: ... 163 Rear Window Features 162 Rear Wiper Washer 162 Rearview Mirrors 79 Reclining Front Seats 107 Recreational Towing 294 Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral N 295 Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 296 Reformulated Gasoline 277 Refrigerant 328 Reminder Lights On 118 Reminder Seat Belt 45 Remote CD Changer 199 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 22 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 205 Replacement Keys...

Page 415: ...o 201 Satellite Radio Antenna 204 Schedule Maintenance 366 384 Seat Belt Reminder 45 Seat Belts Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 41 And Pregnant Women 46 Child Restraint 61 69 Extender 46 Inspection 73 Maintenance 348 Operating Instructions 37 Pretensioners 44 Reminder 180 Seats 106 Adjustment 106 Cleaning 347 Head Restraints 108 Heated 110 Power 109 Rear Folding 111 Reclining 107 Security Agai...

Page 416: ...horage 41 Shoulder Belts 36 Signals Turn 117 173 357 360 Snow Chains Tire Chains 274 Snow Plow 297 Spare Tire 303 Spark Plugs 324 Specifications Fuel Gasoline 276 Oil 321 322 Speed Control Cruise Control 133 Speedometer 173 Starting 217 Automatic Transmission 217 Emergency Jump Starting 307 Engine Block Heater 223 Engine Fails to Start 218 Manual Transmission 217 Starting Procedures 217 Steering P...

Page 417: ...8 Tie Down Hooks Cargo 158 Tilt Steering Column 124 Tire and Loading Information Placard 257 258 Tire Identification Number TIN 256 Tire Markings 253 Tire Safety Information 253 Tires 261 399 Air Pressure 262 Alignment and Balance 267 Chains 274 Changing 302 General Information 261 High Speed 264 Inflation Pressures 262 Jacking 302 Life of Tires 266 Load Capacity 257 258 Pressure Monitor System TP...

Page 418: ...g System Tips 294 Hitches 285 Minimum Requirements 288 Trailer and Tongue Weight 287 Wiring 291 Trailer Towing Guide 285 Trailer Weight 285 Transfer Case 234 342 Four Wheel Drive Operation 234 Maintenance 342 Transmission Automatic 227 340 Maintenance 340 342 Manual 224 Shifting 224 Warning Light 177 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 27 Transmitter Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 145 T...

Page 419: ... Alterations 8 Vehicle Storage 355 Viscosity Engine Oil 321 322 Warning Flasher Hazard 300 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 173 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 397 Washer Adding Fluid 163 Washers Windshield 122 330 Washing Vehicle 345 Waxing and Polishing 345 Wheel Alignment and Balance 267 Wheel Mounting 306 Wind Buffeting 34 Window Fogging 210 Windows 32 Power 32 Windsh...

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