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Chassis

Component

Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts

Automatic Transmission

Mopar

ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Manual Transmission

Mopar

Manual Transmission Lubricant or equivalent (meeting the re-

quirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-9224)

Transfer Case

Mopar

ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Front Axle

SAE 80W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent.

Rear Axle

SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.

Brake Master Cylinder/Manual
Transmission Clutch System

Mopar

DOT 3, SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used. If DOT 3 brake

fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids.

Power Steering Reservoir

Mopar

ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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Summary of Contents for 2008 Liberty

Page 1: ... VEHICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 185 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 451 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 459 10 INDEX 469 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

Page 4: ...dealer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained techni cians and genuine Mopart parts and is interested in your satisfaction ROLLOVER WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many passenger cars It is capable of performing better in a wide variety of off road...

Page 5: ... In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Always buckle up 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 this manual contains a complete listing of all subjects Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that m...

Page 6: ...6 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 7: ...rtant information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel The VIN is visible from 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 the vehicle registration and the title NOTE...

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: ...gramming 16 General Information 17 m Steering Wheel Lock If Equipped 18 To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel 18 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock 18 m Security Alarm System If Equipped 18 Rearming Of The System 19 To Arm The System 19 To Disarm The System 19 m Illuminated Entry System 20 m Remote Keyless Entry 20 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 21 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 22 2 ...

Page 10: ...r Door Locks 31 Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors 33 m Windows 36 Power Windows 36 Wind Buffeting 39 m Liftgate 40 m Occupant Restraints 41 Lap Shoulder Belts 42 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure 47 Seat Belt Pretensioners 47 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert 48 Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped 49 Energy Management Feature 50 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 50 Seat B...

Page 11: ...int 69 m Engine Break In Recommendations 79 m Safety Tips 79 Transporting Passengers 79 Lock Your Vehicle 80 Exhaust Gas 80 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 81 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 2 ...

Page 12: ... can be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission Place the selector lever in P Park Turn the key to the ACC position and then push the key and cylinder inward slightly and rotate the key to the LOCK position Then remove the key Vehicle Key 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 13: ...ion Opening either front door will cancel this feature For vehicles equipped with the EVIC features such as the power window switches radio power sunroof or Sky Slidert if equipped and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time for this feature is programmable For details...

Page 14: ... door and the key is in the ignition a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key NOTE The Key In Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether t...

Page 15: ...the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light turns on during normal vehicle operation vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics Should this occur have the vehicle ser viced as soon as possible NOTE The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with some after market remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle startin...

Page 16: ...o the vehicle electronics A blank key is one which has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to the dealer Customer Key Programming If you have two valid sentry keys you can program new sentry keys to the system by performing the following procedure 1 Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank s to match the ignition ...

Page 17: ...re Repeat this procedure to program up to 8 keys If you do not have a programmed sentry key contact your dealer for details NOTE If a programmed key is lost see your dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the systems memory This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle The remaining keys must then be repro grammed All vehicle keys must be taken to the dealer at the time of servi...

Page 18: ... 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 to disengage it SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm VSA system monitors the vehicle doors liftgate and liftgate flip up window for unauthorized entry and ignition for unauthorized...

Page 19: ...r will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to signal that the system is arming During this period opening any door or the liftgate will cancel the arming process If the system arms success fully the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarm is set NOTE For added security whenever the Security Alarm is armed the HomeLinkt Garage Door Opener if equipped ...

Page 20: ...g if so equipped For details refer to Illumination Approach under Personal Settings Customer Programmable Fea tures under Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual The interior lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned on NOTE The illuminated entry system will not operate the interior lights i...

Page 21: ...gate on the first press of the Unlock button on the transmitter To change the current setting proceed as follows For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Remote Key Unlock under Personal Settings Customer Pro grammable Features under Electronic Vehicle In formation Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the ...

Page 22: ...EVIC For details refer to Illumination Approach under Personal Settings Customer Programmable Fea tures under Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual To Lock the Doors and Liftgate Press and release the Lock button on the transmitter to lock all doors and the liftgate The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the lock signal Sound Horn ...

Page 23: ... Press the Unlock button to deactivate the Security Alarm Flash Lights with Lock The feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the transmitter This feature can be turned on or turned off To change the current setting proceed as follows For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Flash Lights with Remote Key ...

Page 24: ... the Liftgate Flip Up Window Press the Rear Release button twice to unlatch the liftgate flip up window WARNING To avoid injury stand back when opening Glass will automatically rise Using the Panic Alarm NOTE The Panic and Security alarms are quite different Please take a moment to activate the Panic and the Security modes to hear the differences in the horn In case one should go off in the future...

Page 25: ...ose to the vehicle when using the transmitter to turn off the panic alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to SENTRY KEY Customer Key Programming in this section NOTE If you do not have a programmed transmitter contact your dealer for details Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 NOTE Perchlorate Material ...

Page 26: ...h rubbing alcohol 4 To assemble the transmitter case snap the two halves together 5 Reinstall and tighten the screw until snug if equipped General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be receiv...

Page 27: ... one to two years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry RKE trans mitter to start the engine conveniently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security The system has a targeted range of 328 ft 100 m NOTE The vehicle must be equipped w...

Page 28: ...ransmitter twice The engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15 minute cycle NOTE For security power window operation and sunroof or Sky Slidert operation if equipped is disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode The engine can be started two consecutive times two 15 minute cycles with the RKE transmitter However the ignition switch must be cycled to...

Page 29: ... order to drive the vehicle To Turn Off the Engine While in Remote Start Mode Press and release the remote start button one time NOTE To avoid inadvertent shut downs the system will disable the one time press of the remote start button for two seconds after receiving a valid remote start request DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door push the door lock plunger on each door trim panel downw...

Page 30: ...en you park and leave the vehicle When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock and lock your vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries and death Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Don t leave the k...

Page 31: ... operate A chime will sound if the key is in the ignition switch and a door is open as a reminder to remove the key Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if all of the following conditions are met 1 The Automatic Door Locks feature is enabled 2 The transmission is in gear 3 All doors are closed 4 The throttle is pressed 5 The vehicle speed is abov...

Page 32: ...d ON and then back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK position 3 Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming 5 Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting NOTE Use the Automatic Door Locks feature in accor dance with local laws Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit The doors will unlock automati...

Page 33: ...lace the key in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and then back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK position 3 Depress the power door unlock switch to unlock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming 5 Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting NOTE Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in acc...

Page 34: ... handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position WARNING Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged NOTE After engaging the child protection door lock system always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position Inserting Ignition Key ...

Page 35: ...r Lock 1 Open the rear door 2 Insert the tip of the ignition key into the child lock control and rotate it to the unlock position 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite rear door NOTE After disengaging the child protection door lock system always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position Inserting Ignition Key THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 2 ...

Page 36: ...on WARNING Never leave children in a vehicle with the keys in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unat tended children can become entrapped by the win dows while operating the power window switches Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death Auto Down Feature The driver power window switch has an Auto Down feature Press the window switch past the first detent release and the windo...

Page 37: ...t door will cancel this feature The time is programmable For details refer to Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit under Personal Settings Cus tomer Programmable Features under Electronic Ve hicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual Auto Up Feature with Anti Pinch Protection If Equipped On some models the driver s power window switch has an Auto Up feature Pull the window swit...

Page 38: ... direction and then stop Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to close the window Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto closure If this happens pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close window manually WARNING There is no anti pinch protection when the window is almost closed Be sure to clear all ob...

Page 39: ... Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof or Sky Slidert if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open then open the front and rear...

Page 40: ...ock the liftgate The manual door locks on the doors and the driver s door lock cylinder will not lock and unlock the liftgate WARNING Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your pas sengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle Liftgate Release 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 41: ...ARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer injuries including fatalities if you are not properly buckled up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can 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 ...

Page 42: ...o ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best Wearing your belt in the wrong place co...

Page 43: ...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 43 2 ...

Page 44: ...r 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 yo...

Page 45: ...forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdo men Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug A twisted belt can t do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your authorized dealer and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on you...

Page 46: ...ose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seating positions the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck Press the release button to...

Page 47: ...nue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing Seat Belt Pretensioners The driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove any slack from the seat belt systems in the event of a collision These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight around the occupant early in a collision Pre...

Page 48: ...BeltAlert will be reactivated if the driver s or front passenger s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h BeltAlert Programming The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be en abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by performing the following steps NOTE DaimlerChrysler does not recommend deacti vating the Enhanced Warning System B...

Page 49: ...ed the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate as long as the driver s seat belt is unbuck led Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked However the belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the rear outboard seating position Chi...

Page 50: ...r This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest WARNING The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retrac tor feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the ris...

Page 51: ...ion your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough When it is not required remove the ex tender and store it WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended sea...

Page 52: ...s The driver s airbag is mounted in the steering wheel The passenger s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers NOTE The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment 1 Driver Airbag 2 Passenger Airbag 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 53: ...ification refer to information on Occupant Classification System in this section This vehicle is equipped with side curtain airbags to protect the driver and the front and rear passengers sitting next to a window They are located above the side windows Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open to allow airbag deployment W...

Page 54: ...vers These items may cause serious injury during inflation Along with the seat belts the front airbags provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Side Curtain Airbags also work with seat belts to im prove occupant protection The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions The front airbags deploy in moderate to severe collisions The Side Curtain Airbag wi...

Page 55: ...e rear seat in child restraints or belt positioning booster seats Older chil dren who do not use child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded move the seat as far ...

Page 56: ...ies in a collision The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly In some collisions the airbags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during airbag deployment could cause seri ous injury Airbags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or...

Page 57: ...tem OCS Front Pas senger Seat Only Occupant Classification Module OCM Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light Weight Sensors How The Airbag System Works The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC determines if a frontal side or rollover collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation from direction ...

Page 58: ...ger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light in this section If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the Airbag Warning Light either momentarily or continuously A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial start up WARNING Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru ment panel could mean you won t have the airbags to protect you in a collision I...

Page 59: ...ate during a collision requiring airbags When the front passenger seat is empty or when very light objects are placed on the seat the passenger airbag will not inflate even though the PAD Indicator Light is not illumi nated The PAD Indicator Light should not be illuminated when an adult passenger is properly seated in the front passenger seat In this case the airbag is ready to be inflated if a co...

Page 60: ...opriate child restraint Front Passenger Seat Occupant Passenger Air bag Disable PAD Indicator Light Airbag Status Adult OFF ON Grocery Bags Heavy Brief cases and Other Relatively Light Objects ON OFF Empty or Very Small Objects OFF OFF Since the system senses weight some small objects will turn the PAD Indicator Light on The OCS classifies an occupant using weight sensors mounted in the base of th...

Page 61: ...passenger seat back does not touch anything placed on the back seat because this can also affect occupant classification Also if you fold down the rear seat check to be sure it doesn t touch the front passenger seat If the front passenger seat is damaged in any way it should only be serviced by an authorized dealer If the seat is removed or even if the seat attachment bolts are loosened or tighten...

Page 62: ...0 milliseconds This is about half of the time that it takes to blink your eyes The bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger The driver s front airbag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of the airbag The passenger s front airbag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of the airbag In this way the airbags do not interfere with your ...

Page 63: ...e the side curtain airbag inflates This especially applies to children The side curtain airbag is only about 31 2 inches 9 cm thick when it is inflated The front passenger seat assembly contains critical com ponents that affect the front passenger airbag deploy ment Correctly functioning front passenger seat compo nents are critical for the Occupant Classification System OCS to properly classify t...

Page 64: ... then to immediately deflate NOTE A collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags any or all of the following may occur The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra sions and or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the a...

Page 65: ... 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 collision Have the airbags seat belt pretensioner and seat belt retractor assem bly replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible Also have the Occupant Classification Sys tem serviced as well E...

Page 66: ... or may not function properly if modifica tions are made Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any advanced airbag system service If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way including removal or loosening tightening of seat attachment bolts take the vehicle to your authorized dealer Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may be used If it is nece...

Page 67: ... while driving Event Data Recorder EDR In the event of an accident your vehicle is designed to record up to 5 seconds of specific vehicle data parameters see the following list in an event data recorder prior to the moment of airbag deployment or near deployment and up to a quarter second of high speed deceleration data during and or after air bag deployment or near deployment EDR data are ONLY re...

Page 68: ...owner or lessee before accessing the electronic data stored unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction i e pursuant to a warrant A copy of the data will be provided to the custodial entity upon request General data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases such as those maintained by the US govern me...

Page 69: ...ing engine speed Transmission gear selection Cruise control status Traction stability control status Tire pressure monitoring system status Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time babies and children too Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecu...

Page 70: ...nts Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs 9 kg Convertible child seats...

Page 71: ...orage system Refer to LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren in this section The belt positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs 18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seat back they should use a b...

Page 72: ...ll 1 866 SEATCHECK WARNING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions ex actly when installing an infant or child restraint A rearward facing infant restraint should only be used in a rear seat A rearward facing infant restraint in the front seat may be ...

Page 73: ...ove it from the vehicle Do not leave it loose in the vehicle In a sudden stop or collision it could strike the occupants or seat backs and cause serious personal injury LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 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 restrai...

Page 74: ...you are installing LATCH compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seating positions you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehicle s seat belt for the outboard position but you must use the vehicle s seat belt at the center position If your child restraints are not LATCH compatible you can only install the child restraints using the vehicle s seat belts Please refer to Installing the LATCH Compa...

Page 75: ...ur 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 Many but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a Latch Anchorages Tether Strap Mounting THINGS ...

Page 76: ...path between the anchor and the child restraint Finally tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat removing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer s instruc tions WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured ...

Page 77: ...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 the belt path opening on the restraint Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out If the belt still can t be t...

Page 78: ...p could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained ...

Page 79: ...alled in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur The recommended viscosity and quality grades are shown in Section 7 of this manual NON DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousan...

Page 80: ... garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever ...

Page 81: ...pect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition...

Page 82: ...d sidewall for cuts and cracks Check the wheel nuts for tightness Check the tires including spare for proper pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parkin...

Page 83: ...g Feature If Equipped 90 Power Remote Control Mirrors 90 Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 91 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 91 m Hands Free Communication UConnectt If Equipped 92 Operation 94 Phone Call Features 101 UConnectt System Features 104 Advanced Phone Connectivity 108 Things You Should Know About Your UConnectt System 110 General Information 118 3 ...

Page 84: ...28 Memory Position Recall 129 Easy Entry Exit Seat Available With Memory Seat Only 129 m To Open And Close The Hood 131 m Lights 133 Exterior Interior Lighting Control 133 Headlights Parking Lights 133 Automatic Headlights If Equipped 134 Headlights With Wipers Available With Auto Headlights Only 134 Headlight Time Delay If Equipped 134 Daytime Running Lights DRL If Equipped 135 Lights On Reminder...

Page 85: ...Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 147 Electronic Speed Control Operation 147 To Activate 147 To Set At A Desired Speed 148 To Deactivate 148 To Resume Speed 149 To Vary The Speed Setting 149 To Accelerate For Passing 149 m Rear Park Assist System If Equipped 150 System Usage Precautions 150 Enabling Disabling The System 152 System Operation 153 m Garage Door Opener If Equipped 155 Programming H...

Page 86: ... Venting Sunroof Express 163 Sunshade Operation 163 Wind Buffeting 163 Sunroof Maintenance 164 Ignition Off Operation 164 m Sky Slidert Full Length Open Roof 164 Sky Slidert Usage Precautions 164 Power Top Control 166 Opening The Sky Slidert 166 Closing The Sky Slidert 167 Anti Pinch Protect Feature 168 Wind Buffeting 168 Sky Slidert Maintenance 169 m Electrical Power Outlet 169 Electrical Outlet ...

Page 87: ...mpartment 173 Console Storage Compartment 173 m Cargo Area Features 174 Cargo Load Floor 174 m Rear Window Features 180 Rear Window Wiper Washer If Equipped 180 Rear Window Defroster If Equipped 181 m Roof Luggage Rack If Equipped 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 3 ...

Page 88: ...night position toward rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light in the button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated M...

Page 89: ...The passenger side convex outside mirror will give a much wider view to the rear and especially of the lane next to your vehicle WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirro...

Page 90: ... detent positions forward rearward and normal Power Remote Control Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on driver s door trim panel Models without Express Window Feature Press the mirror select button marked L or R and then press one of the four arrow buttons to move the mirror in the direction the arrow is pointing Power Mirror Switches 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 91: ... the memory switch on the instrument panel to return the power mirrors to pre programmed positions Refer to Driver Memory Seat in this section for details Heated Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window Defrost Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun vis...

Page 92: ...e activated hands free in vehicle communications system UConnectt allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g 9Call Mike Work9 or 9Dial 248 555 12129 Your cellular phone s audio is trans mitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the UConnectt system NOTE The UConnectt system use requires a cell...

Page 93: ...has been paired to the vehicle s UConnectt system The UConnectt system allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to system Only one linked or paired cellular phone can be used with the system at a time The system is available in English Spanish or French languages as equipped Phone Button The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system depending on the type of mirror and radio equ...

Page 94: ...d and then guided through the available options Prior to giving a voice command one must wait for the beep which follows the 9Ready9 prompt or another prompt For certain operations compound commands can be used For example instead of saying 9Setup9 and then 9Phone Pairing 9 the following compound command can be said 9Setup Phone Pairing 9 For each feature explanation in this section only the combi...

Page 95: ...ver in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu Pair Link UConnectt System to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnectt system you must pair your compatible Bluetooth enabled cellular phone To complete the pairing process you will need to refer ence your cellular phone owner s manual The UCon nectt website may also provide detailed instructions for pairing The follow...

Page 96: ... in the vehicle at the same time For example if priority 3 and priority 5 phones are present in the vehicle the UConnectt system will use the priority 3 cellular phone when you make a call You can select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time refer to 9Advanced Phone Connectivity9 Dial by Saying a Number Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep sa...

Page 97: ...store a name in the phone book The UConnectt system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number which may appear in the display of certain radios Add Names to Your UConnectt Phonebook NOTE Adding names to phone book is recommended when vehicle is not in motion Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Phonebook New Entry 9 When prom...

Page 98: ... Blue tooth The system is now ready to accept phonebook entries from your phone using the Bluetooth Object Exchange Profile OBEX Please see your phone owners manual for specific instructions on how to send these entries from your phone NOTE Phone handset must support Bluetooth OBEX trans fers of phonebook entries to use this feature Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they are already con...

Page 99: ...the main menu 9Phonebook Edit9 can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook For example the entry John Doe may have a mobile and a home number but you can add John Doe s work number later using the 9Phonebook Edit9 feature Delete Entries in the UConnectt Phonebook NOTE Editing phone book entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion Press the ...

Page 100: ...se All 9 The UConnectt system will ask you to verify that you wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook After confirmation the phone book entries will be deleted Note that only the phone book in the current language is deleted List All Names in the UConnectt Phonebook Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Phonebook List Names 9 The UConnectt s...

Page 101: ...cept the call To reject the call press and hold the Phone button until you hear a single beep indicating that the incoming call was rejected Answer or Reject an Incoming Call Call Currently in Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another incoming call you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your cell phone Press the Phone button t...

Page 102: ...ne time Conference Call When two calls are in progress one active and one on hold press and hold the Phone button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call Three Way Calling To initiate three way calling press the Voice Recogni tion button while a call is in progress and make a second phone call as described under 9Making a Second Call whi...

Page 103: ...cle ignition key has been switched to off Call continuation functionality available on the vehicle can be any one of three types After ignition key is switched off a call can continue on the UConnectt system either until the call ends or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the UConnectt system and transfer of the call to the mobile phone After ignition key is swit...

Page 104: ... and usable across all languages Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area If the phone is not reachable and the UConnectt system is operational you may reach the emergency number as follows Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Emergency9 an...

Page 105: ...xico City and 1 800 712 3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico Please refer to the 24 Hour Towing Assistance cover age details in the Warranty information booklet and on the 24 Hour Towing Assistance Card Paging To learn how to page refer to 9Working with Automated Systems 9 Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time out a little too soon to work properly with the UCon...

Page 106: ...also send stored UConnectt phonebook entries as tones for fast and easy access to voicemail and pager entries To use this feature dial the number you wish to call and then press the Voice Recognition button and say Send The system will prompt you to enter the name or number say the name of the phonebook entry you wish to send The UConnectt will then send the corresponding phone number associated w...

Page 107: ...stem will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network status when you are attempting to make a phone call using UConnectt The 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 UConnectt system while dial ing via the cell phone keypad t...

Page 108: ...one The UConnectt system allows on going calls to be transferred from your cellular phone to the UConnectt system without terminating the call To transfer an ongo ing call from your UConnectt paired cellular phone to the UConnectt system or vice versa press the Voice Recognition button and say 9Transfer Call 9 Connect or Disconnect Link Between the UConnectt System and Cellular Phone Your cellular...

Page 109: ...r phone paired with the UConnectt system Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep say 9Setup Select Phone9 and follow the prompts You can also press the Voice Recognition button anytime while the list is being played and then choose the phone that you wish to select The selected phone will be used for the next phone call If the selected phone is not available...

Page 110: ...nition button for 5 seconds until the session begins or Press the Voice Recognition button and say 9Setup Voice Training9 command Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the UConnectt system For best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user...

Page 111: ...s speaking in North American English French and Spanish ac cents the system may not always work for some When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string make sure to say 9Send 9 Storing names in phone book when vehicle is not in motion is recommended It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the UConnectt ...

Page 112: ... degree rely on the phone and network and not the UConnectt system Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in vehicle audio volume In a convertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Bluetooth Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the UConnectt system When this happens the connec tion can generally be re es...

Page 113: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 3 ...

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Page 115: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 3 ...

Page 116: ...ive six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all Voice Commands Primary Alternate s call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 117: ...ng pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate s return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call UConnectt Tutorial try again voice training work yes UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 3 ...

Page 118: ... may cause undesired op eration SEATS Manual Front Seat Adjustments Forward Rearward Adjustment If Equipped The manual seat adjustment bar is at the front of the seat near the floor Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rearward Release the bar once the seat is in the position desired Then using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have l...

Page 119: ...icle is parked Recliner Adjustment The recliner control is on the outboard side of the seat To recline the seat lean forward slightly and lift the lever Then lean back to the position desired and release the lever To return the seatback to its normal upright posi tion lean forward and lift the lever Release the lever once the seatback is in the upright position Seatback Release Lever UNDERSTANDING...

Page 120: ...d Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Lumbar Support If Equipped This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support The control lever is on the inboard side of the seat Turn the control lever downward to increase and upward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat If Equipped This feature allows the front passenger seat ...

Page 121: ... equipped with a power driver s seat use this switch to move the seat up down forward rearward or to tilt the seat For vehicles equipped with a power passenger seat use this switch to move the seat forward and rearward Fold Flat Passenger Seat Power Seat Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 3 ...

Page 122: ...nd you could be injured Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear Adjust the head restraints 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 However the head restraints may be raised withou...

Page 123: ...s are heated The controls for each heater are located near the bottom center of the instrument panel After turning on the ignition you can choose from High Low or Off heat settings Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use Two indicator lights will illumi nate for high one for low and none for off Adjustable Head Restraint Heated Seat Switches UNDERSTANDING THE FEATUR...

Page 124: ... setting also turns off automatically after 30 minutes NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within two to five minutes WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaus tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low...

Page 125: ...ision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly To Lower the Rear Seat 1 Locate the release strap on the lower outboard side of each rear seatback 2 Pull the release strap toward the...

Page 126: ... the vehicle 2 Raise the seatback and lock it into place WARNING Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position If the seatback in not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and or passengers An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury Recliner Adjustment The rear seatback also reclines for additional passenger comfort ...

Page 127: ...reate a new memory profile perform the following NOTE Saving a new memory profile will erase an existing profile from memory 1 Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer ences i e seat side mirror and radio station presets 2 Press and release the Set S button on the memory switch then press the side of the rocker switch labeled 1 within 5 seconds The Electronic Vehicle Information Center...

Page 128: ...in Section 4 of this manual Linking Unlinking the Remote Keyless RKE Transmitter to the Memory Feature Your Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters can be programmed to recall one of two pre programmed memory profiles with a press of the Unlock button on the RKE Transmitter To program your transmitters perform the following 1 Remove the key from ignition 2 Select the desired memory profile 1 or 2 3 ...

Page 129: ...age will display in the EVIC if equipped To recall the memory settings for driver one press memory button number 1 or the Unlock button on the RKE transmitter linked to memory position 1 To recall the memory setting for driver two press memory button number 2 or the Unlock button on the RKE transmitter linked to memory position 2 A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory buttons S 1 ...

Page 130: ...ches and 3 5 inches 60 mm and 90 mm forward of the rear stop The seat will return to its previously set position when you insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it out of the LOCK position The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is disabled when the driver seat position is less than 2 4 inches 60 mm forward of the rear stop At this position there is no benefit to the driver by moving the seat f...

Page 131: ...r located under the left side of the instrument panel Next locate the safety latch lever between the grille and hood opening left of center when facing hood Push the safety latch lever to the right and then raise the hood Hood Release Underhood Safety Latch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 3 ...

Page 132: ...ps Do not slam the hood to close it Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving Hood Prop Ro...

Page 133: ...rn signal lights instrument panel lights instrument panel light dimming interior lights and fog lights if equipped Headlights Parking Lights Turn the end of the Multi Function Control Lever to the first detent for parking light operation Turn the end of the lever to the second detent for headlight operation Headlight Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 3 ...

Page 134: ...er the wipers are turned on if the Multi Function Control Lever is placed in the A AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn OFF when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature The Headlights with Wipers feature can be turned on or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC if equipped For details refer to Headlights On with Wipers under Personal Sett...

Page 135: ...on Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual Daytime Running Lights DRL If Equipped The high beam headlights will turn on as Daytime Running Lights DRL and operate at DRL lower inten sity whenever the ignition is on the engine is running the headlight switch is off the parking brake is off the turn signal is off and the selector lever is in any position except P Park NOTE The Daytime Running Lights ...

Page 136: ...y operate with the headlights on low beam Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the front fog lights Turn Signals Move the Multi Function Lever upward or downward and the corresponding turn signal indicator on the in strument panel will flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights Front Fog Light Control Turn Signal Control 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR V...

Page 137: ... for service Highbeam Lowbeam Select Switch Push the Multi Function Control Lever away from you to switch the headlights to HIGH beam Pull the Lever toward you to switch the headlights back to LOW beam Flash to Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the Multi Function Control Lever toward you This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on ...

Page 138: ...ly upward to the second detent Cargo Light The cargo light is mounted in the headliner above the rear cargo area This light will turn on when you open the liftgate or any door or if you press the Unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or rotate the Dimmer Control on the Multi Function Control Lever completely upward to the second detent Battery Saver Feature To protect the batte...

Page 139: ...isplay when the parking lights or headlights are on during daylight conditions Interior Light ON Rotate the Dimmer Control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights The interior lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this position Interior Light Defeat OFF Rotate the Dimmer Control completely downward to the O OFF position The interior lights will remain of...

Page 140: ...r Low speed wiper operation or to the second detent past the intermittent settings for High speed wiper operation NOTE The wipers will automatically return to the Park position if you turn off the ignition switch while they are operating The wipers will resume operation when you turn the ignition switch to the ON position again Windshield Wiper Washer Lever 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR V...

Page 141: ... control is turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the OFF position damage to the wiper motor may occur Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable Rotate the end of the Wind shield Wiper Washer Control Lever to the first detent and then turn the end of the lever to select the des...

Page 142: ...ezing weather warm the windshield with defroster before and during wind shield washer use Mist Feature Push downward on the Windshield Wiper Washer Control Lever to activate a single wipe cycle to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle The wipers will continue to operate until you release the lever Mist Control 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 143: ...r in Section 4 of this manual Rain Sensing Wipers If Equipped This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver This feature is especially useful for road splash or over spray from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead Rotate the end of the Windshield Wiper Washer Control Lever to one of the five intermittent wiper settings to activate this ...

Page 144: ...conditions Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit The rain sensing feature will not operate when the ignition is first switched ON and the vehicle is stationary and the outside temperature is below 32 F 0 C unless the wiper control is moved or the vehicle speed becomes greater than 0 mph 0 km h or the outside tempera ture rises above freezing Neutral Wipe Inhibit The rain sensing feature will not operate wh...

Page 145: ...ol is in the OFF position the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles and then turn OFF Adding Washer Fluid NOTE Refer to the Engine Compartment diagram in Section 7 for the location of the washer fluid reservoir The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers is located in the engine compartment Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshie...

Page 146: ...the steering column move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired To lock the steering column in position pull the control handle upward until fully engaged WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving The tilt adjustment must be locked while driving Adjust ing the steering wheel while driving or driving without the tilt adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of...

Page 147: ...minate To turn the system OFF push and release the ON OFF button a second time The CRUISE indicator will turn off Be sure to turn the system OFF when not in use NOTE The Electronic Speed Control System will automati cally turn off when the engine is turned off The Electronic Speed Control System is designed to shut down if you operate multiple speed control switch functions simultaneously i e SET ...

Page 148: ... km h for the speed control to set The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pressing the lever SET DE CEL To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal or pulling the speed control lever toward you CANCEL or normal brake or clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the speed control without erasing the set speed from memory Pressing the ON OFF butt...

Page 149: ...so that tapping the lever three times will increase speed by 3 mph 5 km h etc To decrease speed while the speed control is set push down and hold the lever SET DECEL Release the lever when the desired speed is reached and the new set speed will be established Tapping the SET DECEL button once will result in a 1 mph 2 km h speed decrease Each time the button is tapped speed decreases To Accelerate ...

Page 150: ...em is a driver aid that senses for obstacles behind the vehicle and provides both visible and audible warnings to indicate the range of the object System Usage Precautions NOTE Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and debris to keep the Rear Park Assist System operating prop erly Jackhammers large trucks and other vibrations could affect the performance of the Rear Park Assist System When y...

Page 151: ...zed dealer for service CAUTION The Rear Park Assist System is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle in cluding small obstacles Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not detected at all Ob stacles located above or below the sensors will not be detected when they are in close proximity The vehicle must be driven slowly when using the Rear Park Assist System to be a...

Page 152: ...he obstacle than the rear fascia when the warning dis play turns the red LEDs ON Also the sensors could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assembly de pending on its size and shape giving a false indica tion that an obstacle is behind the vehicle Enabling Disabling the System There are times when you may want to disable the Rear Park Assist System such as when towing a trailer Vehicles Equipped ...

Page 153: ...to indicate the range of the object The warning display contains two sets of yellow and red LEDs one set to warn of obstacles behind the left rear of the vehicle and the other set to warn of obstacles behind the right rear of the vehicle The driver can view the LEDs either through the rear view mirror or by looking at the display above the rear window Rear Park Assist Switch Rear Park Assist Indic...

Page 154: ...speed is less than 11 mph 18 km h The following chart shows the warning display operation when the system is detecting an obstacle WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCES DISPLAY LED OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM LED COLOR AUDIBLE SIGNAL REAR CORNERS REAR CENTER 1st LED 79 in 200 cm Yellow Sounds for 1 2 second 2nd LED 51 in 130 cm Yellow None 3rd LED 45 in 115 cm Yellow None 4th LED 31 5 in 80 cm 39 in 100 cm Yellow ...

Page 155: ...ill open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982 Do not use a garage door opener without these safety...

Page 156: ...should be parked outside of the garage when programming 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Hold the battery side of the hand held transmitter away from the HomeLinkt button you wish to program Place the hand held transmitter 1 3 inches 3 8 cm away from the HomeLinkt button you wish to program while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen...

Page 157: ...ing Programming A Rolling Code System 4 Press and hold the just trained HomeLinkt button and observe the indicator light If the indicator light stays on constantly programming is complete and the garage door or device should activate when the HomeLinkt button is pressed If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with program ming for Rolling C...

Page 158: ... the programmed HomeLinkt button twice holding the button for 2 sec onds each time If the device is plugged in and activates programming is complete If the device does not activate press the button a third time for 2 seconds to complete the training If you are have any problems or require assistance please call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for information or assi...

Page 159: ...ep 3 with the following 3 Continue to press and hold the HomeLinkt button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter until HomeLinkt has successfully accepted the frequency signal The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained If you unplugged the device for training plug it back in at this time Then proceed with Step 4 under Programmi...

Page 160: ... for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes Note that all channels will be erased Individual channels cannot be erased The HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLinkt here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original transmitter Press the Learn Button on t...

Page 161: ... The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli ance could void the user s authority to operate the device The term IC before the certification registration num ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifi cations were met POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is loc...

Page 162: ...f opening Injury may result Opening Sunroof Express Press the switch rearward and release and the sunroof will open automatically from any position The sunroof will open fully and stop automatically This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof Closing Sunroof Express Press the switch forward and release and the sunroof will clos...

Page 163: ...h will stop the sunroof Sunshade Operation The sunshade can be opened manually However the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens NOTE The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the ...

Page 164: ...oor will cancel this feature The time is programmable For details refer to Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit under Personal Settings Cus tomer Programmable Features under Electronic Ve hicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual SKY SLIDERT FULL LENGTH OPEN ROOF The Sky Slidert is a full length soft top power roof that opens front to rear or rear to front Sky SliderT Usage Pr...

Page 165: ...lidert open Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too Before operating the Sky Slider t make sure that no moving parts of the Sky Slidert can injure a person or animal Never place any extremities hands feet etc near the Sky Slidert components or the roof area while operating the Sky Slider t If potential danger exists while opening or closing the S...

Page 166: ... move automatically toward the rear of the vehicle Press the switch forward and release it within 1 2 second and the Sky Slidert will open from the rear and move automatically toward the front of the vehicle For either operation the Sky Slidert will open fully and stop automatically unless you interrupt the operation by pressing and releasing the switch again NOTE You can press the switch in eithe...

Page 167: ...tially open position press and hold the switch once again NOTE The Sky Slidert will not open from the front and the rear at the same time The Sky Slidert must close fully before opening it from the opposite end Closing the Sky SliderT Using Automatic Mode Press and release the button in the center of the switch and the Sky Slidert will close automatically from any position The Sky Slidert will clo...

Page 168: ...e vehicle The right motor will close the top when it is open from the front of the vehicle Anti Pinch Protect Feature The Sky Slidert will retract automatically if it detects an obstruction while closing If this occurs remove the obstruction and use the switch again to close the Sky Slider t WARNING There is no anti pinch protection when the Sky Slidert is almost closed Be sure to clear all object...

Page 169: ...Your vehicle is equipped with a fused 12 volt power outlet This outlet is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls It has power available when the ignition switch is in the ON position It can operate a conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories designed for use with a standard power outlet adapter NOTE If desired the instrument panel power outlet can be converted by you...

Page 170: ...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 Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug POWER INVERTER If...

Page 171: ...ff the power outlet The status indicator will also turn off NOTE Due to built in overload protection the power outlet will shut down if the 115 Volt AC 150 Watt maximum power rating is exceeded WARNING To Avoid Serious Injury or Death Do not use a 3 Prong Adaptor Do not insert any objects into the receptacles Do not touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use If this outlet is mishandled it...

Page 172: ...CUP HOLDERS Front and rear cup holders are located in the center console Front Cup Holders Rear Cup Holders 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 173: ...ent located on the left side of the instrument panel can hold cell phones PDA s and other small items Console Storage Compartment To open press the latch and lift the cover Front Storage Compartment Center Console UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 3 ...

Page 174: ...d with either side facing up for added utility To provide additional storage area each rear seat can be folded flat This allows for extended cargo space and still maintains some rear seating room Refer to Seats in this Section for additional information on the 60 40 Split Folding Rear Seat with Fold Flat feature Accessing the Storage Bin NOTE The spring loaded latches that retain the storage bin c...

Page 175: ...acing upward 5 With the cover seated in the floor pull upward on loops and twist them 1 4 turn so that they are no longer parallel to the slots in the cover 6 Flip the loops down WARNING A loose storage bin cover thrown forward in a colli sion or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always latch the storage bin cover to the cargo load floor with the spring loaded latches when not ...

Page 176: ...safely when the vehicle is moving NOTE The spring loaded latches that retain the storage bin cover to the cargo load floor should not be used as cargo tie downs Cargo tie down loops are located on the trim panels Cargo Tie Down Hooks Cargo Tie Down Loops 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 177: ...hed to the left door or left door center pillar Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the vehicle to sway Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback This could impair visib...

Page 178: ...e the extended cover in place The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not in use You can also remove the cover from the vehicle to make more room in the cargo area To install the cover position it in the vehicle so that the flat side of the housing faces upward Then insert either the left or the right spring loaded post located on the ends of the cover housing into either of the left o...

Page 179: ... posts into the bottom of the notches and release the handle WARNING In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting Do not store in the vehicle UNDERSTANDING THE FE...

Page 180: ...to the second detent to activate the rear washer The washer will continue to operate until you release the switch Once released the wiper will cycle three times return to the park position and then resume normal operation NOTE The rear wiper will automatically return to the Park position if you turn off the ignition switch while it is operating The rear wiper will resume operation when you turn th...

Page 181: ...Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer and rear window washer share the same fluid reservoir The reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment Be sure to check the fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radiator antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water Rear Window Defroster If Equipped The e...

Page 182: ... when equipped with a luggage rack must not exceed 150 lbs 68 kg and it should be uniformly distributed over the cargo area The tie loops provided in the side rails can be used to help tie down cargo however crossbars should always be used whenever cargo is placed on the roof rack Tie loops should not be used on their own to attach luggage to the roof rack Check the straps frequently to be sure th...

Page 183: ...e 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 secured loads can fly off the...

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Page 185: ...EVIC If Equipped 206 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 208 Oil Change Required 209 Trip Functions 210 Compass Display 212 Telephone UConnect If Equipped 214 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 216 m Radio General Information 221 Radio Broadcast Signals 221 Two Types Of Signals 221 Electrical Disturbances 221 AM Reception 221 FM Reception 221 4 ...

Page 186: ...em If Equipped 237 Operating Instructions Satellite Radio 239 Operating Instructions Hands Free Communication UConnect If Equipped 239 Clock Setting Procedure 239 m Sales Code RES AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player MP3 AUX Jack 241 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 242 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 247 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 250 List Button CD Mode For MP3 Play 252 In...

Page 187: ...nstructions Video Entertainment System VES If Equipped 258 m Remote Sound System Controls If Equipped 258 Right Hand Switch Functions 258 Left Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation 259 Left Hand Switch Functions For Media i e CD Operation 259 m CD DVD Disc Maintenance 259 m Climate Controls 260 Manual Air Conditioning And Heating System 260 Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped 264 Ope...

Page 188: ...NEL FEATURES 1 Air Outlet 5 Radio 9 Lower Switch Bank 2 Instrument Cluster 6 Glove Box 10 Storage Bin 3 Storage Tray 7 Climate Control If Equipped 4 Center Air Outlet 8 Power Outlet 188 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ...

Page 189: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 189 4 ...

Page 190: ...ed 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 pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressur...

Page 191: ...e low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subse quent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the sys tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions ...

Page 192: ...5 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Warning Light If Equipped This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control system If a problem is detected the light will turn on while the engine is running If the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing however see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible If the lig...

Page 193: ...it will not require towing If the Malfunction Indicator Light flashes when the engine is running serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs See page 399 for more information CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system It a...

Page 194: ...ion Control System TCS Indicator Light If this indicator light flashes during accelera tion apply as little throttle as possible While driving ease up on the accelerator Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions See page 314 for more infor mation 12 Charging System Warning Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg ing system The light should turn on ...

Page 195: ...n switch is turned to the ON position and it may stay on for approximately 3 seconds If the light remains on or turns on during driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally provided the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system s...

Page 196: ...ture the HDC indicator lamp will flash on off See page 314 for more information 18 TOW HAUL Indicator Light If Equipped This light will illuminate when selecting TOW HAUL The TOW HAUL button is lo cated on the gearshift bezel See page 281 for more information 19 4WD Indicator Light Vehicles Equipped with Command Tract This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the four wheel drive mode In...

Page 197: ... ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active This is normal the sound will stop when the ESP becomes inactive following a maneuver that caused the ESP activation 21 SERV Service 4WD Indicator Light If Equipped The SERV 4WD Indicator Light will turn on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and it will stay on for 2 seconds If the light stays on or turns on...

Page 198: ...e engine off immediately and call for service WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Section 7 of this manual Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph 23 Coolant Temperature Gauge The t...

Page 199: ...on Temperature Warning Light If Equipped This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot This may occur with severe usage such as trailer towing If this light turns on safely pull over and stop the vehicle Then shift the transmission into N Neutral and run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off 25 Trip Odometer Button Changing the Display Press and relea...

Page 200: ... 100 of torque to the front or rear axle if necessary See page 292 for more information 27 Odometer Trip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage Refer to Trip Odometer Button for additional information NOTE U S federal regulations require upon transfer of vehicle ownership the seller certify the mileage the vehicle ...

Page 201: ...ation Change Oil Message Base Mid Line Clusters Only Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The CHANgE OIL message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change inte...

Page 202: ...urned ON as a reminder to buckle up This light will remain on as long as the seat belt remains unbuckled See page 48 for more information 31 Brake System Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions including brake fluid level and parking brake application If the light turns on it may indi cate that the parking brake is applied that the brake fluid level is low or that there is a prob...

Page 203: ...of an EBD failure the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light Immediate repair to the ABS system is required The operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the LOCK or ACC position to the ON position The light should turn on for approximately two seconds The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake faul...

Page 204: ... page 57 for more information 34 Vacuum Fluorescent Display Mid Line Premium Clusters Only On vehicles equipped with a Premium Cluster this display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC messages when the appropriate conditions exist See page 206 for more information On vehicles equipped with a Mid Line Cluster this display shows the compass heading N S E W NE NW SE and SW and the ou...

Page 205: ...ter the variance setting mode To set the variance first turn the ignition switch to the ON position Next press and hold the trip odometer button until the current variance zone number displays approximately ten seconds Then press and release the button to increment the variance value by one until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map Finally turn the ignition switch to the LOCK...

Page 206: ...d the button again until the direction displays with the CAL indicator on continu ously approximately ten seconds Finally drive the vehicle in one or more complete circles at speeds under 5 mph 8 km h in an area free from power lines and large metallic objects until the CAL indicator turns off The compass will now function normally ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED The Electro...

Page 207: ... mode displayed will change between Trip Functions Navigation if equipped System Status Personal Settings and Telephone if equipped Press the SCROLL button to scroll through Trip Functions Navigation if equipped System Status Messages and Personal Settings Cus tomer Programmable Features Press and release the COMPASS TEMPERATURE button to display one of eight compass readings and the outside tempe...

Page 208: ...ow with a single chime Memory 1 2 Profile Set Memory 1 2 Profile Recall Memory System Disabled Vehicle Not in Park with a single chime automatic transmission Memory System Disabled Vehicle in Motion with a single chime manual transmission Memory System Disabled Seat Belt Buckled with a single chime Personal Settings Not Available Vehicle Not in Park automatic transmission Personal Settings Not Ava...

Page 209: ...manual Check TPM System with a single chime Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System in Section 5 of this manual Check Gascap refer to Adding Fuel in Section 5 of this manual for more details Service Park Assist System with a single chime Oil Change Required with a single chime Oil Change Required Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The Oil Change Required message w...

Page 210: ...tion NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure Trip Functions Press and release the MENU button until one of the following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC Average Fuel Economy Distance To Empty Elapsed Time Display Units of Measure in Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the Trip...

Page 211: ... will change to a text display of 9LOW FUEL 9 This display will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the 9LOW FUEL9 text and a new DTE value will display Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch ...

Page 212: ...e metal or metallic objects until the CAL message displayed in the EVIC turns off The compass will now function normally Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL indicator does not appear in the EVIC display you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually as follows 1 Turn on the ignition switch 2 Press the MENU button until the Personal Settings Customer P...

Page 213: ...tween magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings If this occurs the compass variance must be set using the following procedure NOTE Magnetic materials should be kept away from the top of the right rear quarter window This is where the compass sensor is located INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 213 4 ...

Page 214: ...ist the EVIC pro vides the following telephone information Phone status idle voice mail roaming battery strength and signal strength in increments of 20 percent Call status Incoming call connecting connected air time in minutes and seconds call ended call failed roaming and no phone connection UConnect Active Caller ID phone number display When the appropriate conditions exist and if supported by ...

Page 215: ...ymbol to indicate that the UConnect phone is currently roaming The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that you have voice mail The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate a text message The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate the battery strength of the UConnect phone Incom ing Call Analog Roam ing Voice Mail Text Message Battery Strength INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 215 4 ...

Page 216: ... the EVIC Use the SCROLL button to display one of the following choices Language When in this display you may select one of five lan guages for all display nomenclature including the trip functions and the navigation system if equipped Press the FUNCTION SELECT button while in this display to select English Espanol Deutsch Italiano or Francais Then as you continue the information will display in t...

Page 217: ...emote keyless entry unlock button When Driver Door 1st Press is selected you must press of the remote keyless entry unlock button twice to unlock the passenger s doors When All Doors 1st Press is selected all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock button To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until Driver Door 1st Press or All Do...

Page 218: ...s selected the system reverts to the standard intermittent wiper operation Automatically Move Seat Back on Exit If Equipped This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until ON or OFF ap pears NOTE The seat will return to the memorized seat location if Re...

Page 219: ...is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0 30 60 or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until 0 30 60 or 90 appears Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock When this feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the remote keyles...

Page 220: ...tton until ON or OFF appears Park Assist System If Equipped When ON is selected the system will scan for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission is in the R Reverse and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph 18 km h Refer to Rear Park Assist System in Section 3 of this manual for system function and operating informa tion To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button ...

Page 221: ...ation in which the frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission They mainly affect the wave amplitude and thus remain a part of the AM reception They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the FM signal AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplitude so AM reception can be dis...

Page 222: ...the LOCK position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time is program mable For details refer to Delay Power Off to Accesso ries Until Exit under Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Electronic Vehicle In formation Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual SALES CODE REQ AM FM STEREO RADIO AND 6 DISC CD DVD CHANGER MP3 WMA AUX JACK NOTE The radio sales code is lo...

Page 223: ...eek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it SCAN Button Radio Mode Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequencies pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable stati...

Page 224: ... and hold the TIME button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE control knob 3 After adjusting the hours press the right side TUNE control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE control knob Press the TUNE control knob to save time change 5 To exit press any button knob or wait 5 seconds The clock can...

Page 225: ...ase the Mid Range tones Press the rotary TUNE control knob a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the Treble tones Press the rotary TUNE control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Press the rotary TUNE control ...

Page 226: ...ssical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious Talk Rel Talk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R B Sports Sports Tal...

Page 227: ...h the Audio Select button to select an entry and make changes DVD Enter When the disc is in DVD Menu mode selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current highlighted selection Use the remote control to scroll up and down the menu If Equipped DISC Play Pause You can toggle between playing the DVD and pausing the DVD by pushing the SELECT button If Equipped DVD Play Options Selecting the DVD ...

Page 228: ...on will allow user to set the clock Turn the TUNE control knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the TUNE control knob to adjust the minutes Press the TUNE control knob again to save changes Player Defaults Selecting this item will allow the user to scroll through the following items and set defaults according to customer preference Menu Language If Equipped Selecting this item will allo...

Page 229: ...knob to scroll up and down to select the and then push to select Subtitles If Equipped Selecting this item will allow the user to choose between subtitle OFF or ON Audio DRC If Equipped Selecting this item will allow the user to limit maximum audio dynamic range The default is set to 9High 9 and under this setting dialogues will play at 11 db higher than if the setting is 9Normal 9 Aspect Ratio If...

Page 230: ... SET button the station will continue to play but will not be stored into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations to...

Page 231: ...til a safe temperature is reached This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics of the DVD player and other radio internal components NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio LOAD Button Loading Compact Disc s Press the LOAD button and the push button with the corresponding number 1 6 where the CD is being loaded The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prom...

Page 232: ... 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 Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow to scroll through tracks faster in CD MP3 MWA modes SCAN Button CD MODE Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing TIME Button CD MODE Press this button to chan...

Page 233: ...s properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of directory levels 8 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders 100 Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator 9 9 and a 3 character extension Level 2 31 including a separator 9 9 ...

Page 234: ... in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 WMA files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specifi cation Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 WMA Specifi ca...

Page 235: ...enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc LIST Button DISC Mode for MP3 WMA Play Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next folder in sequence if the selection does...

Page 236: ...xil iary device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE The AUX device must be turned on and the device s volume set to proper level If the AUX audio is not loud enough turn the device s volume up If the AUX audio sounds distorted turn the device s volume down SEEK Button Auxiliary Mode No function SCAN Button Auxiliary Mode No function EJECT Button Auxiliary Mode No function TIME Button Auxiliary Mode ...

Page 237: ... This product incorporates copyright protection technol ogy that is protected by U S patents and other intellec tual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited DTS 9DTS9 and 9DTS 2 09 are trademar...

Page 238: ...for the navigation system the database and other radio features allows uploads of music and photos from CDs or through the USB port While the Gracenote database finds the artist track and title for the music An auxiliary input jack permits passengers to listen to a portable MP3 player through the vehicle s speakers For vehicles equipped with the Vehicle Entertainment System VES separate audio outp...

Page 239: ...ate time zone and daylight savings information is set Changing the Time Zone 1 Turn on the system 2 Touch the screen where the time is displayed The clock setting menu will appear on the screen If the words Time GPS Time are displayed at the top of the screen proceed to Step 4 Otherwise proceed to Step 3 3 If the words Time User Clock are displayed at the top of the screen touch the bottom of the ...

Page 240: ...een where the time is displayed The clock setting menu will appear on the screen If the words Time User Clock are displayed at the top of the screen proceed to Step 4 Otherwise proceed to Step 3 3 If the words Time GPS Time are displayed at the top of the screen touch the bottom of the screen where the words GPS Time are displayed The user clock time setting menu will appear on the screen 4 To mov...

Page 241: ...me is displayed The clock setting menu will appear on the screen 3 When this feature is on a check mark will appear in the box next to the words Show Time if Radio is Off Touch the screen where the words Show Time if Radio is Off are displayed to change the current setting SALES CODE RES AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER MP3 AUX JACK NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of ...

Page 242: ...elease the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM FM mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable stat...

Page 243: ...day will display In AM or FM mode pressing the TIME button will switch between the time and frequency displays Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE control knob 3 After adjusting the hours press the right side TUNE control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using th...

Page 244: ...r counter clockwise to decrease the frequency Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control knob and BASS will display Turn the TUNE control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones Press the rotary TUNE control knob a second time and MID will display Turn the TUNE control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the Mid Range tones Press the rota...

Page 245: ...tton or turning the TUNE control knob within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Music Type informa tion Toggle the Music Type button to select the following format types Program Type 16 Digit Character Display No program type or un defined None Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Countr...

Page 246: ...ction only operates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Program Type mode the Music Type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between the following items Set Clock Pressing the SELECT button will allow user to set the clock Turn the TUNE control knob to adjust the hours ...

Page 247: ...2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored 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 display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to push button memory 12 AM and 12 FM stations DISC Button...

Page 248: ...sert the disc The display will show the disc number the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 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 Do not use adhesive labels These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism RES is a single CD player Do not attempt to...

Page 249: ... to scroll through tracks faster in CD MP3 modes SCAN Button Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display RW FF Press the RW button to stop the CD at the beginning of the current CD track title Press and hold FF Fast Forward and the CD player w...

Page 250: ...ng formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of folder levels 8 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders The radio display of file names and folder names is limited For large numbers...

Page 251: ...ned to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specifi cation Sampling Fre quency kH...

Page 252: ...nable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc LIST Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next folder in sequence if the selection does not co...

Page 253: ...he device s volume set to proper level If the AUX audio is not loud enough turn the device s volume up If the AUX audio sounds distorted turn the device s volume down TIME Button Auxiliary Mode Press this button to change the display to time of day The time of day will display for 5 seconds when ignition is off Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone UConnect If Equipped Refer to Hands Free Commun...

Page 254: ... supply a welcome kit and to confirm subscription information including the set up of your on line listening account at no additional charge For further information call the toll free number 888 539 7474 or visit the Sirius web site at www sirius com Please have the following information available when calling 1 The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 2 Your Vehicle Ident...

Page 255: ...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 The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle Dense tree cover...

Page 256: ...e and Composer if available information Also pressing and holding the INFO button for an additional 3 seconds will make the radio display the Song Title all of the time press and hold again to return to normal display RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows TUNE Control Rotary Turn the right side rotary ...

Page 257: ...T 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 6 you wish to lock onto this channel and press and release that button If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button the channel will continue to play but will not be stored into push button memory You may add a second channel to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the S...

Page 258: ...ound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel The left and right hand controls are rocker type switches with a push button in the center of each switch Reach behind the steering wheel to access the switches Right Hand Switch Functions Press the top of the switch to increase the volume Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume Press the button in the center ...

Page 259: ...beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play Press the switch up or down twice to listen to the second track three times to listen to the third track and so forth Press the button located in the center of the switch to change to the next preset that you have programmed CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the CD DVD discs in good condition take the f...

Page 260: ...mperatures may become too high CLIMATE CONTROLS The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of outer rotary dials and inner push buttons 260 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ...

Page 261: ...ormance seems lower than expected check the front of the A C con denser located in front of the radiator for an accumula tion of dirt or insects Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance Mode Control Air Direction Use this control to choose from several ...

Page 262: ... outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets Mix Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window demist outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield This setting is good for...

Page 263: ...use of the recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur Extended use of this mode is not recommended The use of the recirculation mode in cold or damp weather will cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture build up inside the vehicle Select the Outside Air position for maximum defogging The A C will engage automatically to prevent fogging when the rec...

Page 264: ... compressor Then move the temperature control to the desired temperature Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped Automatic Operation The Infrared Climate Control System automatically maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger To accomplish this the system gathers information from the 264 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ...

Page 265: ...the right and the Blower Control knob on the left to AUTO NOTE The AUTO position performs best for front seat occupants only 2 Dial in the temperature you would like the system to maintain by rotating the Temperature Control knob Once the comfort level is selected the system will main tain that level automatically using the heating system Should the desired comfort level require air conditioning t...

Page 266: ...ntle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic Mode Preferred Automatic or Blower and Mode Pre ferred Automatic This means the operator can override...

Page 267: ...INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 267 4 ...

Page 268: ...emperature between the upper and lower outlets The warmer air flows to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets Mix Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window demist outlets This setting works best in cold or sno...

Page 269: ...rn to normal AUTO mode function and the LED will turn off NOTE When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position the recirculation feature will be cancelled In cold weather use of the Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging The Recirculation mode is not allowed in the floor defrost or defrost floor mode in order to improve window clearing Recirculation will be disabled automa...

Page 270: ...ed control settings for various weather condi tions Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating A 50 solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Section 7 of this manual for...

Page 271: ...d at the area of the windows through which you view the outside mirrors Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they enter the plenum they could plug the water drains In winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice slush and snow A C Air Filt...

Page 272: ...Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 272 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ...

Page 273: ... 278 If Engine Fails To Start 278 After Starting 280 m Engine Block Heater If Equipped 280 m Automatic Transmission 281 Shift Lock Manual Override If Equipped 281 Brake Transmission Interlock System 283 4 Speed Automatic Transmission 283 m Manual Transmission If Equipped 288 Clutch Interlocking Ignition System 288 6 Speed Manual Transmission 289 m Four Wheel Drive Operation 292 5 ...

Page 274: ...ng Off Road 307 m Parking Brake 308 m Anti Lock Brake System 310 m Power Steering 313 m Electronic Brake Control System 314 ABS Anti Lock Brake System 315 TCS Traction Control System 316 BAS Brake Assist System 316 ERM Electronic Roll Mitigation 317 TSC Trailer Sway Control If Equipped 318 HSA Hill Start Assist 319 HDC Hill Descent Control If Equipped 322 ESP Electronic Stability Program 324 ESP B...

Page 275: ...d Wear Indicators 341 Life Of Tire 342 Replacement Tires 342 Alignment And Balance 343 m Tire Chains 344 m Tire Rotation Recommendations 345 m Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS If Equipped 346 Base System If Equipped 348 Premium System If Equipped 351 General Information 355 m Fuel Requirements 355 Reformulated Gasoline 356 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 356 MMT In Gasoline 357 Materials Added To Fuel ...

Page 276: ...ion Label 361 m Trailer Towing 364 Common Towing Definitions 364 Trailer Hitch Classification 368 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 369 Trailer And Tongue Weight 371 Towing Requirements 372 Towing Tips 377 m Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 378 Towing 2WD Models 378 Towing 4WD Models 378 276 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 277: ...rlocking ignition system It will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor 4WD Models Only To enhance off road performance 4 wheel drive models equipped with a manual transmission will start with or without pressing the clutch pedal when in 4 wheel drive low range The 4 LOW indicator light will illuminate when the transfer case is in 4 wheel drive low range Normal Starting NOTE Nor...

Page 278: ...is recommended If Engine Fails to Start 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 Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the ...

Page 279: ...ay to the floor Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor repeat the Normal Starting or Ex treme Cold Weather procedures With Tip Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the Normal Starting or Extreme Cold Weather proce ...

Page 280: ...s injury or death ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the cord to a standard 110 115 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded three wire extension cord WARNING Remember to disconnect the cord before driving Damage to the 110 115 volt AC electrical cord could cause electrocution Use the heater when temperat...

Page 281: ...lector lever out of P Park or N Neutral if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in R Reverse 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 foot is firmly on the brake pedal Shift Lock Manual Override If Equipp...

Page 282: ...tain firm pressure on the brake pedal 4 Using the screwdriver reach into the manual override opening Press and hold the shift lock lever down 5 Move the shift lever into the N Neutral position 6 The vehicle may then be started in N Neutral Have your vehicle inspected by your local authorized dealer if the shift lock manual override has been used 282 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 283: ...rk 4 Speed Automatic Transmission Shifting from D Drive to P Park or R Reverse or from P or R to D should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped Be sure to keep your foot on the brake when moving the selector lever between these gears Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from P Park or N Neutral position into another gear range Automatic Shift C...

Page 284: ...rking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage WARNING It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P Park or N Neutral if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in R Reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only sh...

Page 285: ...and to assist braking on dry pave ment or in mud and snow Begins at a stop in low gear with automatic upshift to 2nd gear Will not shift to 3rd 1 First For hard pulling at low speeds in mud sand snow or on steep grades Begins and stays in low gear with no upshift Provides engine compression braking at low speeds Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec tronically c...

Page 286: ...ht may illu minate and the transmission may downshift out of Overdrive until the transmission cools down After a cool down the transmission will resume normal op eration The transmission will downshift from Overdrive to Drive if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph 56 km h When To Use TOW HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas towing a trailer carryi...

Page 287: ...lt in a slightly differ ent feeling or response during normal operation in high gear When the vehicle speed drops or during accelera tion the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages Transmission Limp Home Mode The transmission is monitored for abnormal conditions If a condition is detected that could cause damage the transmission shifts automatically into second gear if the vehicle speed is a...

Page 288: ... Park R Reverse and N Neutral will continue to operate Only Second gear range will operate in the D Drive position Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED Clutch Interlocking Ignition System Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission are equipped with a clutch interlock safety feature The clutch pedal must be fully depressed to ...

Page 289: ...ke fully applied The parking brake should al ways be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle especially on an incline 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 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 5 ...

Page 290: ...tained 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 th...

Page 291: ...eds 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6 3 7L Accel 15 24 24 39 34 55 47 76 56 90 Cruise 10 16 19 31 27 43 37 60 41 66 Recommended Manual Transmission Downshifting Speeds To prevent clutch and transmission damage your vehicle should be downshifted at speeds no greater than those listed in the chart below Manual Transmission Downshift Speeds in MPH KM H Gear Selec tion 6th to 5th 5th to 4th 4th to 3r...

Page 292: ...rive low range This transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2 wheel drive position 2WD for normal street and highway conditions such as dry hard surfaced roads When additional traction is required select the transfer case 4WD Lock position or 4WD Low position This position locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft together and forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed...

Page 293: ...km h Proper operation of 4 wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size type and circumference on each wheel Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral N position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case Neutral N position disengages...

Page 294: ...ad surfaces only 4WD Low 4 Wheel Drive Low Range Low speed 4 wheel drive that locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft to gether and forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose or slippery road surfaces only Do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h This position allows engine starting without depressing the clutch pedal on vehicles...

Page 295: ...ight will flash The transfer case will not shift NOTE The SERV 4WD warning light monitors the electric shift 4WD system If this light remains on after engine start up or it illuminates during driving it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required Shifting Procedures NOTE If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case position have not been met the t...

Page 296: ...heels are spinning no traction In this situation the selected position indicator light will flash and the original position indicator light will remain ON At this time reduce speed and stop spinning the wheels to com plete the shift There may be a delay up to 10 seconds for the shift to complete after the wheels have stopped spinning Delayed shifting out of 4WD LOCK may be experi enced due to unev...

Page 297: ...ngine OFF or RUNNING shift the transmission into N Neutral automatic transmission or depress the clutch pedal manual transmission 3 Move the 4WD Control Switch to the desired position 4 After the desired position indicator light is ON not flashing shift the transmission into gear automatic transmission or release the clutch pedal manual trans mission NOTE Steps 1 and 2 in the Preferred Procedure a...

Page 298: ...el drive auto high range Neutral 4 wheel drive low range This transfer case is intended to be driven in either the 2 wheel drive position 2WD or the 4 wheel drive Auto position 4WD Auto for normal street and highway conditions such as dry hard surfaced roads For added capability when traversing steep grades rough terrain or extremely poor traction surfaces select the transfer case 4WD Low position...

Page 299: ...ers could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral N position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case Neutral N position disengages both the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft from the powertrain and it will allow the vehicle to move despite the transmission position The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is...

Page 300: ...ont axle 58 rear axle torque split The system also anticipates and prevents slip by redirect ing torque as necessary up to 100 to the front or rear axle if needed 4WD Low 4 Wheel Drive Low Range Low speed 4 wheel drive that locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft to gether and forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loos...

Page 301: ...4WD AUTO 4WD LOW or NEUTRAL has been ob tained If One or More Shift Requirements are not met An indicator light will flash The transfer case will not shift NOTE The SERV 4WD warning light monitors the electric shift 4WD system If this light remains on after engine start up or it illuminates during driving it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required Shiftin...

Page 302: ... is normal and is not detrimental to the vehicle or its occupants Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 3 mph 3 5 km h using the Preferred Procedure or completely stopped using the Alternate Procedures Preferred Procedure 1 With the engine RUNNING slow the vehicle speed to 2 3 mph 3 5 km h 2 Shift the transmission into N Neutral automatic transmission or depress the clutch pedal man...

Page 303: ...ion will be maintained To retry a shift move the 4WD Control Switch back to the original position make certain all shift requirements have been met wait five 5 seconds and try the shift again The ignition switch must be in the ON position for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable If the ignition switch is not in the ON position then the shift will not take plac...

Page 304: ...dditional low speed pulling power is needed Vehicle speeds in excess of 25 mph 40 km h should be avoided when in 4WD Low range Driving Through Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through water there are a number of precautions that must be considered before entering the water CAUTION When driving through water do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h Always check water depth before entering as a p...

Page 305: ...water is less than 5 mph 8 km h Maintenance After driving through deep water inspect your vehicle fluids and lubricants engine transmission axle transfer case to assure they have not been contaminated Con taminated fluids and lubricants milky foamy in appear ance should be flushed changed as soon as possible to prevent component damage Driving In Snow Mud and Sand In heavy snow when pulling a load...

Page 306: ...e required to control vehicle speed apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding the tires WARNING If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade never attempt to turn around To do so may result in tipping and rolling the vehicle Always back straight down a hill in R Reverse gear carefully Never back down a hill in N Neutral using only the brake ...

Page 307: ...ck for damage That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have your vehicle ready when you need it Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle Check tires body structure steering suspension and exhaust system for damage Check threaded fasteners for looseness particularly on the chassis drivetrain components steering and sus pension Retighten them if required and torque to t...

Page 308: ...erial Impacted material can cause a wheel imbalance and freeing the wheels of it will correct the situation PARKING BRAKE To set the parking brake pull the lever up as firmly as possible When the parking brake is applied with the ignition ON the Brake Warning Light in the instru ment cluster will light To release the parking brake pull up slightly press the center button then lower the lever compl...

Page 309: ...ansmission or R Reverse or 1st gear manual transmission When parking on a hill you should apply the parking brake before placing the gear selector lever in P Park otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of P Park Parking Brake STARTING AND OPERATING 309 5 ...

Page 310: ...efore driving failure to do so can lead to brake problems due to excessive heating of the rear brakes When parking on a hill turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM The Anti Lock Brake System ABS is designed to aid the driver in mai...

Page 311: ... slight pedal movement The movement can be more apparent on ice and snow This is normal The Anti Lock Brake System pump motor runs during the self test at 12 mph 20 km h and during an ABS stop The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation which is normal WARNING Pumping of the Anti Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident Pumping makes the stopping dist...

Page 312: ...ver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others CAUTION The Anti Lock Brake System is subject to possible detrimental effects of electronic interference caused by improperly installed after market radios or telephones NOTE During severe braking conditions...

Page 313: ...re wet or slushy A wedge of water can build up between the tire tread and the road This hydroplaning action can cause loss of traction braking ability and control After going through deep water or a car wash brakes may become wet resulting in decreased performance and unpredictable braking action Dry the brakes by gentle intermittent pedal action while driving at very slow speeds POWER STEERING Th...

Page 314: ...others Service should be obtained as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should be avoided when possible Damage to the power steering pump may occur ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system commonly referred to ...

Page 315: ...rake System in Section 5 of this manual for more information about ABS WARNING ABS Anti Lock Brake System cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ABS cannot prevent accidents in cluding those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydro planing Only a safe att...

Page 316: ...he Partial Off mode or the Full Off mode Refer to ESP Electronic Stability Program in this section for more information BAS Brake Assist System The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes This ...

Page 317: ...ift by monitoring the driver s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle When ERM determines that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle s speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift it then applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur ERM will only intervene during very severe or evasive driving...

Page 318: ...be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others TSC Trailer Sway Control If Equipped TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces sively swaying trailer TSC activates automatically once the excessively swaying trailer is recognized When TSC is functioning the ESP TCS Indicator light will flash the engine power will be reduced...

Page 319: ...ed to help the driver accelerate the vehicle from a complete stop while on an incline If the driver releases the brake while stopped on an incline HSA will continue to hold the brake pressure for a short period If the driver does not apply the throttle before this time expires the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill as normal The system will release brake pre...

Page 320: ...an 7 or with a loaded vehicle or while pulling a trailer HSA is not a substitute for active driving involvement It is always the driver s responsibility to be attentive to distance to other vehicles people and objects and most importantly brake operation to ensure safe operation of the vehicle under all road conditions Your complete attention is always required while driving to maintain safe contr...

Page 321: ... a manual transmission in R Reverse or 1st gear Failure to follow these warnings can result in an accident or serious personal injury Disabling Enabling HSA This feature can be turned on or turned off To change the current setting proceed as follows For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Hill Start Assist under 9Personal Settings Customer Programmable Fe...

Page 322: ...rm HSA is disabled 10 Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting HDC Hill Descent Control If Equipped HDC is only intended for low speed off road driving HDC maintains vehicle speed while descending hills in off road driving conditions by applying the brakes when necessary When enabled HDC senses the terrain and activates when the vehicle is descending a hill HDC...

Page 323: ... to enable HDC HDC is enabled only when the Hill Descent Control Indicator light in the instrument cluster is on solid HDC will NOT activate when the automatic transmis sion is in P Park HDC will NOT activate on level ground HDC will NOT activate at vehicle speeds above 30 mph 50 km h The Hill Descent button is located in the lower switch bank below the climate control Enabling HDC Shift the trans...

Page 324: ...reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path The ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle When the actual path does not match the intended path the ESP applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer Oversteer when the v...

Page 325: ...eck less or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others Depending upon model and mode of operation the ESP system has up to three operating modes ESP On Partial Off and Full Off ESP On 2WD Vehicles 4WD Vehicles in 2WD 4WD High Range This is the normal operating mode for ESP when operat ing a 2WD vehicle It is also the normal mode for operating a 4WD vehicle in...

Page 326: ... mode momentarily depress the ESP OFF button and the 9ESP TCS Indicator light will illuminate To turn the ESP on again momentarily depress the 9ESP OFF9 button and the 9ESP TCS Indicator light will turn off This will restore the normal ESP On mode of operation NOTE To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with snow chains or when starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable t...

Page 327: ... and TCS are turned off except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section until the vehicle reaches a speed of 40 mph At speeds over 40 mph the system automatically switches to Partial Off mode described above When the vehicle speed returns to less than 35 mph the ESP system will return to Full Off mode The ESP TCS Indicator light is always illuminated when ESP is off To turn ESP on...

Page 328: ...or light turns on continuously with the engine running a mal function has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system or both If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected NOTE 9The 9ESP TCS Indicator light and...

Page 329: ...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 th...

Page 330: ...re based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Millimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section Width in Inches in R Construction Code 9R9 means Radial Construction 9D9 means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in 330 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 331: ...ditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL Extra Load or Reinforced Tire Light Load Light Load Tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum Load indicates the maximum load...

Page 332: ...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 333: ...Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 the total weight your vehicle can carry 3 the tire size designed for your vehicle 4 the cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information STARTING AND OPERATING 333 5 ...

Page 334: ...of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on your vehicle s plac...

Page 335: ... reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capaci ties of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle NOTE For th...

Page 336: ...336 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 337: ... and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems You could lose control of your vehicle Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail...

Page 338: ...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 339: ...ld tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure molded into the tire sidewall 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 340: ...ve maximum 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 us...

Page 341: ...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 They 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 st...

Page 342: ...vide 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 refer to the paragraph on Tread Wear Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard for the size designation of your ...

Page 343: ...y 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 ad equate 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 344: ... your vehicle Because of limited chain clearance between tires and other suspension components it is important that only chains in good condition are used Broken chains can cause serious vehicle damage Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could suggest chain breakage Remove the damaged parts of the chain before further use Install chains on the rear wheels as tightly as possible and t...

Page 345: ...fits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on On Off Road type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to main tain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Follow the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 of this manual for the recommended tire rotation frequency Remember more frequent rotation is permissible if de sired A...

Page 346: ...on on how to properly inflate the vehicle s tires The tire pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pressure The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for any reason including low temperature effects and natural pressure loss through the t...

Page 347: ...ale Light will still be ON In this situation the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure value CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system operation or se...

Page 348: ...f under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Moni toring Telltale light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire Base System If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Senso...

Page 349: ...e vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure value Once the system receives the updated tire pres sures the system will automatically update and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph 25 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information Check TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected the Tire Pressure M...

Page 350: ... with Compact Spare 1 The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor Therefore the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire 2 If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit upon the next ignition key cycle a chime will sound and the TPM Telltale Light will turn ON 3 After driving the...

Page 351: ...owing components Receiver Module 4 Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors 3 Trigger Modules mounted in three of the four wheel wells Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly if equipped has a tire pressure monitoring sensor The full size spa...

Page 352: ...res the system will automatically update the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flash ing and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph 25 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information Check TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected the Tire Pressure Moni toring Telltale Light will flash on and off f...

Page 353: ...g next to facilities emitting the same Radio Frequencies as the TPM sensors 2 Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals 3 Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings 4 Using tire chains on the vehicle 5 Using wheels tires not equipped with TPM sensors NOTE Vehicles with Full Size Spare 1 The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly has a...

Page 354: ...re the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire 2 If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit upon the next ignition key cycle the TPM Telltale Light will remain ON and a chime will sound In addition the graphic in the EVIC will still display a flashing pressure value 3 After driving the vehicle for up t...

Page 355: ...onditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses United States KR5S120123 Canada 2671 S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Your engine is designed to meet all emis sions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and...

Page 356: ...eaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso lines Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends ...

Page 357: ...sed in your vehicle The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump therefore you should ask your gasoline retailer whether his her gasoline contains MMT It is even more impor tant to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline Materi...

Page 358: ...icle performance problems resulting from the use of such 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 exha...

Page 359: ...lly open Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex haust gases from entering the vehicle ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is 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 is designed for use with this vehicle Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap STARTING AND...

Page 360: ...llage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You co...

Page 361: ... reset button to turn off the message If the problem persists the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started This might indicate a damaged cap If the problem is detected twice in a row the system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin is...

Page 362: ...t and rear axles The load must be distributed in the cargo area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity axle springs tires or wheels Heavier axles or suspension components sometimes specified by purchasers for in creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi cle s GVWR Tire Size Th...

Page 363: ...eparately to be sure that the load is properly distributed over front and rear axle Weighing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR If so weight must be shifted from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the specified weight limitations are met Store the heavier items down low and be sure ...

Page 364: ... of your vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Trailer Weight GTW The Gross Trailer Weight GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo consumables and equipment permanent or temporary loaded in or on the trailer in its 9loaded and ready for operation9 condition The recommended way to...

Page 365: ... control of the vehicle and have an accident Tongue Weight TW Tongue weight TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer In most cases it should not be less than 10 or more than 15 of the trailer load You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle Frontal Area Frontal area is the maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer Trailer Sway Control Electr...

Page 366: ...e consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety The addition of a friction hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability Trailer sway control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights TW and may be required depending on Vehicle and Tra...

Page 367: ...Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System STARTING AND OPERATING 367 5 ...

Page 368: ...m trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer 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 ...

Page 369: ...43 kg 32 Sq Ft 2 97 square meters 2 000 lbs 907 kg 200 lbs 91 kg 3 7L Automatic 4x4 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 9 850 lbs 4 468 kg 64 Sq Ft 5 94 square meters 3 500 lbs 1 588 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 3 7L Automatic w Cooler 4x4 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 64 Sq Ft 5 94 square meters 3 500 lbs 1 588 kg 350 lbs 159 kg Refer to local laws...

Page 370: ...gue Wt See Note 3 7L Automatic w Cooler 4x2 9 850 lbs 4 468 kg 64 Sq Ft 5 94 square meters 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg 500 lbs 227 kg 3 7L Automatic w Cooler 4x4 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 64 Sq Ft 5 94 square meters 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg 500 lbs 227 kg Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds NOTE The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo and it ...

Page 371: ... 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 weight on the rear axle of the vehicle The tongue weight of the trailer The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in ...

Page 372: ...rst 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 Perform the maintenance listed in Section 8 of this manual When towing a trailer never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings WARNING Improper towing can lead to an injury accident Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as p...

Page 373: ...n a grade When parking apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in P Park With a manual transmission shift the transmission into R Reverse Always block or 9chock9 the trailer wheels GCWR must not be exceeded Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded 1 GVWR 2 GTW 3 GAWR ...

Page 374: ...tion for information on replacement tires and for the proper tire replacement procedures Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limits Towing Requirements Trailer Brakes Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury ...

Page 375: ...d them and could have an accident Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis tance When towing you should allow for additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you Failure to do so could result in an accident Towing Requirements Trailer Lights Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for ...

Page 376: ... electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations 4 Pin Connector 7 Pin Connector 376 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 377: ... shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation then change the auto matic transmission fluid and filter according to the interval specified for police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual Towing Tips TOW HAUL To reduce potential for automatic ...

Page 378: ...o Cooling System under Maintenance Pro cedures in Section 7 of this manual for more informa tion RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing 2WD Models Recreational towing is not allowed CAUTION Towing with the rear wheels on the ground can result in severe transmission damage Towing 4WD Models The transfer case must be shifted into Neutral N for recreational towing The Neutral N selection but...

Page 379: ...e internal damage will result Do not use a bumper mounted clamp on tow bar on your vehicle The bumper face bar will be damaged WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral N position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case Neutral N position disengages both the front driveshaft and rear drive shaft from th...

Page 380: ...t 10 Repeat Steps 8 and 9 with the transmission in D Drive automatic transmission or 1st gear manual transmission 11 Shut OFF the engine 12 Turn the ignition switch to the unlocked OFF posi tion 13 Shift the transmission into P Park automatic transmission or shift into 4th gear manual transmis sion 14 Attach the vehicle to a tow vehicle with a tow bar 15 Disconnect the battery negative cable NOTE ...

Page 381: ...re that the engine is OFF prior to shifting the transmission into P Park Shifting Out of Neutral N Perform the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 Reconnect the battery negative cable 3 Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position if it has been moved or the engine has been started 4 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position but...

Page 382: ...hrough 6 are requirements for shifting the transfer case If these requirements not met prior to depressing the Neutral N selection button or while the shift attempt is in process then all of the mode position indicator lights will flash continuously until all requirements are met or until the Neutral N button is released The ignition switch must be in the ON position for a shift to take place and ...

Page 383: ... m If Your Engine Overheats 384 m Jacking And Tire Changing 385 Jack Location 385 Spare Tire Stowage 386 Spare Tire Removal 386 Preparations For Jacking 387 Jacking Instructions 388 m Jump Starting 390 m Towing A Disabled Vehicle 393 6 ...

Page 384: ...nd turning off the A C removes this heat You can also turn the Temperature Control to maximum heat the Mode Control to floor and the Fan Control to High This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system CAUTION Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle If the temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the...

Page 385: ... it can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The scissor type jack and tire changing tools are located in the cargo compartment behind a trim cover on the left rear trim panel The latch ...

Page 386: ...nch mechanism Spare Tire Removal Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut Use the Lug Wrench to rotate the nut counter clockwise until the spare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle Lowering Raising Spare Tire 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 387: ...e parking brake and place the gear selector in PARK automatic transmission or REVERSE manual transmission Turn the ignition to the LOCK position WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher Block both the front and rear of th...

Page 388: ... tools by connecting the driver to the exten sion and then to the lug wrench 4 Locate the jack as shown For the front tires place it in the notch on the body weld seam behind wheel to be changed For the rear tires place it under the axle by the wheel to be changed Position the jack handle on the jack Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged Front Jacking Location 388 W...

Page 389: ... Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts and wheel 7 Position the spare wheel tire on the vehicle and install lug nuts with cone shaped end toward wheel Lightly tighten the nuts To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered 8 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left and remove the...

Page 390: ... it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a discharged battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly so follow this procedure ...

Page 391: ...Set the parking brake place the automatic transmis sion in PARK or NEUTRAL for manual transmission and turn the ignition OFF for both vehicles 4 Turn OFF the heater radio and all unnecessary elec trical loads 5 Connect one end of the jumper cable to the positive battery post Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 6 Connect the other cable first to t...

Page 392: ...e or explode The battery temperature must be brought up above freezing point before attempting jump start 7 If the vehicle is equipped with Sentry Key Immobi lizer turn the ignition switch to the ON position for 3 seconds before moving the ignition switch to the START position 8 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine...

Page 393: ...rging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use of safety chains is recom mended Attach towing device to main structural mem bers of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated brackets State and local laws applying to vehicles under tow must be observed WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3...

Page 394: ...g a vehicle trailer All four wheels sus pended off the ground Front Wheels Raised Rear Wheels on the Ground Rear Wheels Raised Front Wheels on the Ground 2 Wheel Drive Rear driveshaft re moved All four wheels sus pended off the ground Speed 30 mph 48 km h distance 15 miles 24 km Speed 30 mph 48 km h distance 15 miles 24 km 4 Wheel Drive Yes All four wheels sus pended off the ground Not Recommended...

Page 395: ...Maintenance Programs 400 m Replacement Parts 402 m Dealer Service 402 m Maintenance Procedures 402 Engine Oil 403 Engine Oil Filter 405 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tension 406 Spark Plugs 406 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 406 Fuel Filter 407 Catalytic Converter 407 Crankcase Emission Control System 409 Maintenance Free Battery 409 Air Conditioner Maintenance 411 7 ...

Page 396: ...arnesses 421 Fuel System 421 Brake System 422 Clutch Hydraulic System Manual Transmission If Equipped 424 Automatic Transmission 425 Manual Transmission If Equipped 426 Transfer Case 426 Front Rear Axle Fluid 428 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 428 m Sky Slidert Top Care 434 Washing 434 General Cleaning 434 Additional Cleaning Procedure 435 Protection 435 Weather Strip Care 436 m Fus...

Page 397: ... Headlight 443 Front Turn Signal And Front Side Marker Lights 444 Front Fog Light 445 Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal And Back Up Lights 445 m Fluid Capacities 447 m Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 448 Engine 448 Chassis 449 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 7 ...

Page 398: ...3 7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT 398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 399: ...ndicator Light It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indica tor Light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy ...

Page 400: ...a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle s emissions control system Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration For states which have an I M Inspection and Maintenance requirement this check verifies the following the MIL Malfunction Indicator Light is functioning and is not on when the engine is running and that the OBD On Board Diagnostic system is ready for testing Norma...

Page 401: ...ntil you turn off the ignition key or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD system is ready and you can proceed to the I M station If your OBD system is not ready you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order f...

Page 402: ...l tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follo...

Page 403: ...he vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Always maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the dipstick Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the bottom of the SAFE zone will result in a reading at the top of the safe zone on these engines CAUTION Do not overfill the engine Overfilling the engine will cause oil aeration which can lead to loss o...

Page 404: ...e API Certified 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 oils Engine Oil Viscosity SAE 5W 20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures This engin...

Page 405: ...d Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replace...

Page 406: ...ence between the belts and other engine components See your authorized dealer for service Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor mance and emission control New plugs should be in stalled at the specified mileage The entire set should be replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug Malfunctioning spark plugs can damage the cata lytic converter Refer to...

Page 407: ...lter can cause stalling limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank frequent filter replacement may be necessary See your authorized dealer for service Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emiss...

Page 408: ...lt in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a...

Page 409: ...i tions Do not allow vehicle to run out of fuel Crankcase Emission Control System Proper operation of this system depends on freedom from sticking or plugging due to deposits As vehicle mileage builds up the PCV valve and passages may accumulate deposits If a valve is not working properly replace it with a new valve DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE Check ventilation hose for indication of...

Page 410: ... other Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked posi tive and negative and identified on the battery case Cable clamps should be tig...

Page 411: ...e manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode injuring you Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail requiring costly repairs Refer to Section 3 of the Warranty Information Book for additional warranty information The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure To avoid risk of persona...

Page 412: ...8 of this manual for A C Air Filter service intervals WARNING Do not remove the A C Air Filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result Power Steering Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected abnormal noises are apparent and or the system is not functioning as antici ...

Page 413: ...assure quiet easy operation and to protect against rust and wear Prior to the appli cation of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching compo nents to insure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood latch release mechani...

Page 414: ...eld Rear Window Washers The windshield and rear window washers share the same fluid reservoir The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radiator antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water When refilling the...

Page 415: ...hicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addi tion inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust ga...

Page 416: ...her where applicable If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant Check the front of the A C condenser if equipped or radiator for 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 back of the radiator core Check the engin...

Page 417: ...urer s recommended coolant Re fer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section for the correct fluid type CAUTION Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT engine coolants may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection If a non HOAT coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the speci fied coolant as soon as possible Do ...

Page 418: ...tilled water Use higher concentrations not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 234 F 237 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion ized water when mixing the water engine coolant solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper le...

Page 419: ...lant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by animals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Coola...

Page 420: ...ation of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate Do not overfill the coolant bottle Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If coolant needs to be added contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be pro tected against freezing If frequent coolant additions are require...

Page 421: ... sources such as the exhaust manifold Inspect hose routing to be sure hoses do not touch any heat source or moving component that may cause heat damage or mechanical wear Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present Components should be replaced immediately if there is...

Page 422: ...r evidence of heat and mechanical damage Hard and brittle rubber cracking tears cuts abrasions and exces sive swelling suggest deterioration of the rubber Particu lar attention should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure the...

Page 423: ...d level in the master cylinder immediately if the brake system warning light indicates system fail ure Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per forming underhood services Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap If necessary add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reser voir Overfilling of fluid is not recommended...

Page 424: ...e only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture CAUTION Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid Seal damage may result Clutch Hydraulic System Manual Transmission If Equipped The clutch hydraulic system is fed by a segregated volume of fluid within the brake system master cylinder reservoir In the event ...

Page 425: ... for the correct fluid type Fluid and Filter Changes Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter at the intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedule in Sec tion 8 of this manual In addition change the fluid and filter if the transmission is disassembled for any reason NOTE Be sure to follow the police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing maintenance interval if appli cable Special ...

Page 426: ...ype 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 fluid becomes contaminated with water Change the fluid immediately if contaminated with water NOTE Be sure to follow the trailer tow snow plow heavy load taxi police commercial service off road d...

Page 427: ...em and cause a leak Lubricant Selection Use only manufacturer s recommended fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section for the correct fluid type 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 fluid becomes contaminated wi...

Page 428: ...ion for the life of the vehicle Lubricant changes are not neces sary unless the lubricant becomes contaminated with water Change the lubricant immediately if contaminated with water NOTE Be sure to follow the police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing maintenance interval if appli cable Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle bod...

Page 429: ... Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Bird droppings Washing Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using Mopart Car Wash or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle use Mopart Super Kleen Bug and ...

Page 430: ...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 pos sible The cost of such repairs is considered the respon sibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de ic...

Page 431: ...he windshield Do not use protectants or other products which may cause undesirable reflections Use soap and warm water to restore the low glare surface Cleaning Interior Trim Clean interior trim with a damp cloth and Mopar Total Clean and if necessary follow with Mopar Spot Stain Remover Do not use harsh cleaners or Armorall Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery Cleaning Leather Upholste...

Page 432: ...ith a clean dry towel Blot any remaining stain with a clean damp towel For tough stains apply Mopart Total Clean or a mild soap solution to a clean damp cloth and remove the stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove the soap residue For grease stains apply Mopart Multi Purpose Cleaner to a clean damp cloth and remove the stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove the soap residue Do not use any solvents ...

Page 433: ...h the elements When cleaning the rear view mirror spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this 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 ma...

Page 434: ...he sides of the top as this can damage the seal and force water past the weather strips General Cleaning Careful vacuuming of the top before washing is helpful in removing dust and other foreign particles If hand washing Wash in partial shade instead of direct sun Wet the entire vehicle before washing the top Wash the top with a soft natural bristle scrub brush and a mild soap solution such as liq...

Page 435: ...rea Additional Cleaning Procedure For additional cleaning assistance in removing stubborn stains apply Mopar Convertible Cloth Top Cleaner 4883061 to the complete stain extending 2 inches 50 mm beyond the stain With a soft bristle brush scrub in all directions over the stain Avoid heavy scrubbing Rinse the area with warm water If the stain is still apparent repeat the cleaning procedure When the s...

Page 436: ... to keep them soft and pliable FUSES INTEGRATED POWER MODULE The Totally Integrated Power Module TIPM is located in the engine compartment near the battery This center contains cartridge fuses mini fuses and relays A label that identifies each component is printed on the inside of the cover Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description J1 J2 30 Amp Pink Transfer Case Module if equipped Integrated Po...

Page 437: ...m ABS Valve ESP if equipped J8 40 Amp Green Power Seats if equipped J9 40 Amp Green PZEV Flex Fuel if equipped J10 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description J11 J13 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw IOD J14 40 Amp Green EBL Rear Window Defogger if equipped J15 J17 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid J18 20 Amp Blue Powertrain Control Module PCM Trans mission Relay J19 60 Amp Yellow Radiator Fan J20 30 A...

Page 438: ... M3 M4 10 Amp Red Trailer Tow if equipped M5 25 Amp Natural Power Inverter if equipped Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M6 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 1 ci gar lighter Rain Sen sor if equipped Trailer Tow if equipped M7 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 2 BATT ACC SELECT M8 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seats if equipped M9 M10 15 Amp Blue Hands Free Module HFM if equipped Universal Garage Door Op...

Page 439: ...ess Control Module WCM Multi Function Control Switch M14 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M15 20 Amp Yellow Multi Function Con trol Switch Cabin Compartment Node CCN Steering Col umn Control Module SCM Rear View Mirror Tire Pressure Monitor TPM if equipped IR Sensor if equipped Transfer Case Module if equipped M16 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller ORC MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439...

Page 440: ...ht Tail Running Lights M19 25 Amp Natural Auto Shut Down ASD 1 2 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M20 15 Amp Blue Interior Lighting Steering Wheel Switches if equipped Switch Bank Electronic Ve hicle Information Center EVIC if equipped M21 20 Amp Yellow Auto Shut Down ASD 3 M22 10 Amp Red Right Horn Hi Low M23 10 Amp Red Left Horn Hi Low M25 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump 440 MAINTAINING YOUR ...

Page 441: ...sifica tion Module OCM M30 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper Module if equipped Diagnostic Link M31 20 Amp Yellow Back Up Lights Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M32 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller ORC M33 10 Amp Red Powertrain Control Module PCM M34 10 Amp Red Park Assist Module if equipped Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning HVAC Module if equipped Compass Module if equipped M35 10 Amp...

Page 442: ...p erly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power Module and possibly result in an electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over load If a properly rated fuse continues...

Page 443: ...LED Serviced at Dealer Fog Light H10 9145 License Plate Light 168 Rear Tail Stop 3157K Rear Turn Signal Light 3757AK BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight 1 Open the hood 2 Reach behind the headlight housing to access the headlight bulb lock ring 3 Firmly grasp the lock ring and rotate it counterclock wise to unlock it 4 Remove the bulb and connector assembly from the headlight housing 5 Disconnect the bulb ...

Page 444: ...to access the left front turn signal or side marker Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left to access the right front turn signal or side marker 2 Remove three push pins from the wheel well liner 3 Gently flex the wheel well liner forward to access the bulb 4 Rotate the bulb s socket counterclockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly from the housing 5 Pull the bulb out of the socket...

Page 445: ...l severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol 5 Install the bulb and socket assembly into the into the fog light housing and rotate the connector clockwise to lock it in place 6 Close the hood Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal and Back Up Lights 1 Open the liftgate 2 Remove the screws that fasten the taillight housing to the vehicle 3 ...

Page 446: ...rom the taillight housing 7 Pull the appropriate bulb s out of the back plate and insert the replacement bulb s 8 Install the back plate and screws into the taillight housing 9 Connect the electrical connector 10 Install the taillight housing and screws 11 Close the liftgate 446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 447: ...ns 73 8 Liters Engine Oil With Filter SAE 5W 20 API Certified 5 Qts 4 7 Liters Cooling System Mopart Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 14 Qts 13 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 7 ...

Page 448: ...OAT Hybrid Or ganic Additive Technology or equivalent Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to the engine oil fill cap for correct SAE grade Spark Plugs ZFR6F 11 Gap 043 in 1 1 mm Oil Filter Mopart 5281090 or equivalent Fuel Selection 87 Octane 448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 449: ...opart ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Front Axle SAE 80W 90 Multipurpose Type GL 5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent Rear Axle SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent Brake Master Cylinder Manual Transmission Clutch System Mopart DOT 3 SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids Power Steering Rese...

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Page 451: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance 452 m Maintenance Schedule 452 Required Maintenance Intervals 455 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 452: ...vidual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance On Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC equipped vehicles Oil Change Required will be dis played in the EVI...

Page 453: ... If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Oil Change Required under Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 3 of this manual or under Odometer Trip Odometer under Instrument Cluster Descriptions in Section 3 of this manual At Each Stop for Fuel Check the engine oil level about 5 minute...

Page 454: ...ylinder and power steering and add as needed Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the brake hoses and lines Check the manual transmission fluid level CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle 454 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 455: ...20 000 12 Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary 12 000 20 000 12 Replace the air conditioning air filter if equipped 12 000 20 000 12 Inspect the front rear axle lubricant Change the lu bricant if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing 18 000 30 000 18 Inspect the CV Joints Perform the first inspection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months 24 000...

Page 456: ... for any of the following trailer towing snow plowing heavy loading taxi police delivery service commercial service off road desert operation or more then 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C 30 000 50 000 30 Inspect the transfer case fluid 30 000 50 000 30 Replace the spark plugs 30 000 50 000 30 Change the automatic transmission fluid filter if using ...

Page 457: ...ny of the following police taxi fleet off road or fre quent trailer towing 60 000 100 000 60 Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary 90 000 150 000 90 Flush and replace the engine coolant 102 000 170 000 60 Change the automatic transmission fluid filter 120 000 200 000 120 Replace the accessory drive belt s 120 000 200 000 120 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 457 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L ...

Page 458: ...ehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic 458 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 459: ...are A List 460 Be Reasonable With Requests 460 m If You Need Assistance 460 m Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 463 m Mopart Parts 463 m Reporting Safety Defects 463 In Canada 464 m Publication Order Forms 464 m Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 466 Treadwear 466 Traction Grades 466 Temperature Grades 467 9 ...

Page 460: ... 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 461: ...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 462: ...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 463: ...hicle MOPART PARTS Mopart fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from your dealer They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra ti...

Page 464: ...ls 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard American Express and Discover orders are ac cepted If you prefer mailing your payment please call for an order form NOTE A street address is required when ordering manuals No P O Boxes Service Manuals These comprehens...

Page 465: ...roven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler group vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and maintenance pro cedures as well as specifications capabilities and safety tips Call Toll Free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 ...

Page 466: ...f 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 depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction Grades The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades repr...

Page 467: ...d 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 wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloade...

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Page 470: ... Conditioning System 260 264 411 Air Filter 406 Air Pressure Tires 190 338 Airbag 52 Airbag Deployment 64 Airbag Light 67 81 204 Airbag Maintenance 66 Alarm Panic 24 Alarm Security Alarm 18 204 Alarm System Security Alarm 18 Alignment and Balance 343 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antenna Satellite Radio 255 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 417 418 447 Disposal 419 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 310 315...

Page 471: ...ges 283 Overdrive 285 Special Additives 425 Torque Converter 287 Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode 287 Auxiliary Electrical Outlet Power Outlet 169 Auxiliary Power Outlet 169 Axle Fluid 449 Axle Lubrication Axle Fluid 449 Battery 409 Charging System Light 194 Emergency Starting 390 Gas Caution 410 Jump Starting 390 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 25 Belts Drive 406 Belts Seat 42 81 Body Me...

Page 472: ...mpass 204 212 Capacities Fluid 447 Caps Filler Fuel 359 Oil Engine 404 Radiator Coolant Pressure 418 Car Washes 429 Carbon Monoxide Warning 80 358 Cargo Area Cover 178 Cargo Area Features 174 Cargo Compartment 174 Light 138 Cargo Light 138 Cargo Load Floor 174 Cargo Tie Downs 176 Cargo Vehicle Loading 361 Catalytic Converter 407 CD Compact Disc Player 237 CD Compact Disc Player Maintenance 259 Cel...

Page 473: ...tem 288 Coin Holder 173 Cold Weather Operation 278 Command Trac Operation 292 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 259 Compass 212 Compass Calibration 204 212 Compass Variance 204 213 Computer Trip Travel 210 Console 173 Console Floor 173 Contract Service 462 Converter Catalytic 407 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 418 Cooling System 416 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 418 Coolant Capacity 447 Coolant Level 416...

Page 474: ...y Intermittent Wipers 141 Diagnostic System Onboard 399 Digital Video Disc DVD Player 237 Dimmer Control 138 Dimmer Switch Headlight 137 Dipsticks Oil Engine 403 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 419 Engine Oil 405 Door Locks 29 Door Locks Automatic 31 Door Opener Garage 155 Drive Belts 406 Driving 303 304 Off Pavement 304 Off Road 304 On Hills 304 Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water...

Page 475: ...tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 206 Emergency In Case of Jacking 385 Jump Starting 390 Overheating 384 Towing 393 Emission Control System Maintenance 400 452 Engine 398 Air Cleaner 406 Block Heater 280 Break In Recommendations 79 Checking Oil Level 403 Compartment 398 Coolant Antifreeze 416 448 Cooling 416 Exhaust Gas Caution 80 358 Fails to Start 278 Flooded Starting 278 Fuel Requirements ...

Page 476: ...or Folding Mirrors 90 Exterior Lights 82 Fabric Care 431 432 Filler Location Fuel 359 Filters Air Cleaner 406 Air Conditioning 271 412 Engine Fuel 407 Engine Oil 405 448 Engine Oil Disposal 405 Finish Care 429 Flashers Turn Signal 82 136 194 444 445 Flash To Pass 137 Flooded Engine Starting 278 Floor Console 173 Fluid Brake 449 Fluid Capacities 447 Fluid Leaks 82 Fluid Level Checks 426 428 Automat...

Page 477: ...Neutral N 378 Front Axle Differential 428 Fuel 355 Adding 359 Additives 357 Clean Air 356 Ethanol 356 Filler Cap Gas Cap 359 Filter 407 Gasoline 355 Gauge 190 Hoses 421 Materials Added 357 Methanol 356 Octane Rating 355 448 Requirements 355 Specifications 448 Tank Capacity 447 Fuel System Caution 360 Fueling 359 Fuses 436 Garage Door Opener HomeLinkt 155 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 359 400 Gas Gauge F...

Page 478: ... Free Phone UConnect 92 237 239 Hard Drive HDD 237 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 304 Head Restraints 122 Head Rests 122 Headlights 133 Automatic 134 Bulb Replacement 443 Cleaning 432 Delay 134 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 137 Lights On Reminder 135 On With Wipers 134 143 Passing 137 Replacing 443 Switch 133 Time Delay 134 Heated Mirrors 91 Heated Seats 123 Hea...

Page 479: ...20 Immobilizer Sentry Key 14 Indicator Traction Control 194 Infant Restraint 69 70 Inflation Pressure Tires 190 338 Information Center Vehicle 206 Inside Rearview Mirror 88 Instrument Cluster 189 190 Instrument Panel and Controls 188 Instrument Panel Cover 431 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 433 Integrated Power Module Fuses 436 Interior Appearance Care 431 Interior Lighting 133 138 Interior Lights...

Page 480: ...e 355 Leaks Fluid 82 Life of Tires 342 Liftgate 40 Liftgate Window Wiper Washer 180 Light Bulbs 82 443 Lights 82 133 Airbag 67 81 204 Anti Lock Warning 195 Automatic Headlights 134 Back Up 445 Battery Saver 138 Brake Assist Warning 196 328 Brake Warning 202 Bulb Replacement 443 Cargo 138 Courtesy Reading 138 Cruise 202 Daytime Running 135 Dimmer Switch Headlight 133 137 Electronic Stability Progra...

Page 481: ...nterior 138 Lights On Reminder 135 Low Fuel 190 Low Tire 190 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 193 Map Reading 138 Oil Pressure 195 Parade Mode Daytime Brightness 139 Park 133 Passing 137 Rear Servicing 445 Rear Tail 445 Seat Belt Reminder 202 Service 443 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 193 Side Marker 444 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 190 346 Tow Haul Indicator 196 Traction Control 194...

Page 482: ...ntenance General 402 Maintenance Procedures 402 Maintenance Schedule 452 Maintenance Sunroof 164 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 193 400 Manual Service 464 Manual Transmission 288 426 Fluid Level Check 426 Lubricant Selection 426 449 Shift Speeds 291 Map Reading Lights 138 Marker Lights Side 444 Master Cylinder Brakes 423 Memory Feature Memory Seat 127 Memory Seat 127 Memory Seats and Rad...

Page 483: ...ehicle Break In Period 79 Occupant Restraints 41 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 355 448 Odometer Trip 199 Off Pavement Driving Off Road 304 Off Road Driving Off Pavement 304 Oil Change Indicator 201 209 Oil Change Indicator Reset 201 209 Oil Engine 403 448 Capacity 447 Change Interval 201 209 404 Checking 403 Dipstick 403 Disposal 405 Filter 405 448 Filter Disposal 405 Identification Logo 404 Materia...

Page 484: ...stem Rear 150 Parking Brake 308 Parking On Hill 308 Passing Light 137 PCV Valve 409 Personal Settings 216 Pets 78 Pets Transporting 78 Phone Cellular 92 237 239 Phone Hands Free UConnect 92 237 239 Placard Tire and Loading Information 333 Polishing and Waxing 429 Port Universal Serial Bus USB 237 USB 237 Power Distribution Center Fuses 436 Door Locks 31 Inverter 170 Mirrors 90 Seats 121 Steering 3...

Page 485: ...ntrols 258 Radio Satellite 237 239 254 Radio Sound Systems 237 Rain Sensitive Wiper System 143 Rear Axle Differential 428 Rear Cup Holder 172 Rear Park Sense System 150 Rear Seat Folding 124 Rear Washer Fluid 181 Rear Window Defroster 181 Rear Window Features 180 Rear Wiper Washer 180 Rearview Mirrors 88 Reception Radio 221 Reclining Front Seats 119 Recorder Event Data 67 Recreational Towing 378 R...

Page 486: ...oll Over Warning 4 Roof Sky Slider Power 164 434 Roof Type Carrier 182 Rotation Tires 345 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 81 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 82 Safety Defects Reporting 463 Safety Exhaust Gas 80 Safety Information Tire 329 Safety Tips 79 Satellite Radio 237 239 254 Satellite Radio Antenna 255 Schedule Maintenance 452 Seat Belt Maintenance 433 Seat Belt Reminder 48 Seat Belts 42 81 Adjus...

Page 487: ... of Coolant Antifreeze 417 448 Selection of Oil 404 Selec Trac Operation 298 Sentry Key Immobilizer 14 Sentry Key Programming 16 Sentry Key Replacement 16 Service Assistance 460 Service Contract 462 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator 193 Service Manuals 464 Setting the Clock 224 239 243 Settings Personal 216 Shift Lock Manual Override 281 Shift Speeds Manual Transmission 291 Shifting ...

Page 488: ...27 277 Automatic Transmission 277 Cold Weather 278 Emergency Jump Starting 390 Engine Block Heater 280 Engine Fails to Start 278 Manual Transmission 277 Remote 27 Starting and Operating 277 Starting Procedures 277 Steering Power 313 412 Tilt Column 146 Wheel Lock 18 Wheel Tilt 146 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 258 Storage 173 Storage Bin 173 Storage Vehicle 270 Sun Roof 161 Sun Roof...

Page 489: ...ering Column 146 Time Delay Headlight 134 Tire and Loading Information Placard 333 Tire Identification Number TIN 332 Tire Markings 329 Tire Safety Information 329 Tires 82 337 466 Air Pressure 338 Alignment and Balance 343 Chains 344 Changing 385 General Information 337 High Speed 340 Inflation Pressures 338 Jacking 385 Life of Tires 342 Load Capacity 333 334 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 346 Qual...

Page 490: ...ol 194 316 Trailer Sway Control TSC 318 Trailer Towing 286 364 Cooling System Tips 378 Hitches 368 Minimum Requirements 372 Trailer and Tongue Weight 371 Wiring 375 Trailer Towing Guide 369 Trailer Weight 369 Transfer Case 426 Fluid 426 449 Four Wheel Drive Operation 292 Maintenance 426 Transmission 283 Automatic 281 283 Fluid 449 Maintenance 425 426 Manual 288 Range Indicator 283 Shifting 281 Tra...

Page 491: ...eat Belt 47 Upholstery Care 431 USB Port 237 Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 421 Vanity Mirrors 91 Variance Compass 204 213 Vehicle Certification Label 361 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 7 Vehicle Loading 334 361 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 Vehicle Storage 270 Vehicle Theft Alarm Security Alarm 18 Viscosity Engine Oil 404 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 190 Warning Roll Over 4 Warn...

Page 492: ... Fogging 271 Windows 36 Power 36 Windshield Defroster 82 262 268 Windshield Washers 140 145 414 Fluid 414 Windshield Wiper Blades 413 Windshield Wipers 140 Wiper Blade Replacement 413 Wiper Delay 141 Wiper Rear 180 Wipers Intermittent 141 Wipers Rain Sensitive 143 Wrecker Towing 393 YES Essentialst Fabric Cleaning Procedure 432 492 INDEX ...

Page 493: ... RER MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions Satellite RadioOperating Instructions Hands Free Communication UConnect If Equipped Clock Setting ProcedureSALES CODE RES AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER MP3 AUX JACK Operating Instructions Radio ModeOperation Instructions CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio PlayNotes On Playing MP3 FilesLIST Button CD Mode for MP3 Play INFO Button CD Mode for M...

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