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Jeep 2008 Wrangler, Owner'S Manual

The Jeep 2008 Wrangler Owner's Manual Supplement is a comprehensive manual that provides essential information on operating and maintaining this iconic vehicle. Available for free download on manualshive.com, this manual offers valuable insights and instructions to ensure an optimal driving experience for Jeep enthusiasts.

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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD

ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSTEERING WHEEL LOCK To Manually Lock the Steering WheelTo Release the Steering Wheel LockSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSECURITY ALARM

SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED To Set the AlarmTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY - IF EQUIPPED To Unlock the Doors and Swing GateTo Lock the Doors and Swing GateUsing The Panic AlarmTo Turn Off Flash Lights With Lock

Programming Additional TransmittersGeneral InformationBattery ReplacementREMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED DOORS Upper Half Door Window Removal (If Equipped)Upper Half Door Window Installation (If Equipped)Front Door RemovalRear Door Removal

(Four-Door Models)DOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door Locks - If EquippedAutomatic Unlock Doors On ExitAutomatic Door LocksWINDOWS Power Windows - If EquippedRear Power Windows (Four-Door Models Only)Wind BuffetingREAR SWING GATE

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsRear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractor Lock-Out (Four-Door Models Only)Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)Seat Belts And Pregnant

WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Child RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Exhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehicleSafety Checks You Should Make

Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night MirrorOutside MirrorsHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) SEATS Front Seat AdjustmentManual Seat Height Adjustment - If EquippedFront Seatback

ReclineFront Easy Entry Seats (Two-Door Models)Head RestraintsFold And Tumble Rear Seat (Two-Door Models)Removing the Rear Seat (Two-Door Models)Replacing the Rear Seat (Two-Door Models)60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat (Four-Door Models)To Raise the Rear

SeatTO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Interior LightsMultifunction Control LeverParking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights, and HeadlightsLights-On ReminderHeadlight Dimmer SwitchPassing LightFront Fog Lights - If EquippedTurn SignalsDaytime Running Lights

- If EquippedWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper SystemWindshield Wiper OperationWindshield WashersMist FeatureTILT STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED To ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo Deactivate

To Resume SpeedTo Vary The Speed SettingManual TransmissionTo Accelerate For PassingELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)TCS (Traction Control System)BAS (Brake Assist System)ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation)ESP (Electronic

Stability Program)ESP/BAS Warning LightELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffCUPHOLDERS Front CupholdersRear CupholdersSTORAGE Console Storage CompartmentRear Storage CompartmentDUAL TOP - IF EQUIPPED Removing

The Soft TopInstalling the Soft TopFREEDOM TOP THREE-PIECE MODULAR HARD TOP Front Panel(s) RemovalFront Panel(s) InstallationFront Panel(s) Installation Only (With Rear Hard Top Removed)Rear Hard Top RemovalRear Hard Top InstallationDOOR FRAME

Door Frame Removal (Two-Door Models)Door Frame Installation (Two-Door Models)Door Frame Removal (Four-Door Models)Door Frame Installation (Four-Door Models)SOFT TOP (TWO-DOOR MODELS) Folding Down The Soft Top Putting Up The Soft Top SUNRIDER

(TWO-DOOR MODELS) - IF EQUIPPED SUNRIDER (FOUR-DOOR MODELS) - IF EQUIPPED SOFT TOP (FOUR-DOOR MODELS) Folding Down The Soft Top Putting Up The Soft Top FOLDING WINDSHIELD Lowering The Windshield And Removing Side BarsRaising

The Windshield And Replacing Side BarsREAR WINDOW FEATURES - HARD TOP ONLY Rear Window Wiper/Washer - If EquippedRear Window Defroster - If EquippedUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION COMPASS AND TRIP COMPUTER - IF EQUIPPED Control ButtonsTrip ConditionsCompass Temperature DisplayRADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast SignalsTwo Types of SignalsElectrical

DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES 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 MP3 Play)SALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio

Play, DVD-VIDEO)Notes On Playing MP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)SALES CODE RER - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Satellite RadioOperating Instructions -

Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)Clock Setting ProcedureSATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY) System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)Selecting Satellite ModeSatellite

AntennaReception QualityOperating Instructions - Satellite ModeOperating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR

PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Heater OnlyManual Air Conditioning and Heating System - If EquippedAir ConditioningOperating TipsSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Manual TransmissionAutomatic TransmissionNormal StartingExtreme

Cold Weather (below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)If Engine Fails to StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED MANUAL TRANSMISSION ShiftingDownshiftingReverse ShiftingAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Shift Lock Manual Override

Brake/Transmission Interlock SystemAutomatic Transmission with OverdriveFOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION (COMMAND-TRAC OR ROCK-TRAC) - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions/PrecautionsShift PositionsShifting ProcedureTRAC-LOK REAR AXLE - IF

EQUIPPED AXLE LOCK (TRU-LOK) - RUBICON MODELS REAR AXLE LOCK - 4WD NON-RUBICON MODELS (IF EQUIPPED) ELECTRONIC SWAY BAR DISCONNECT - IF EQUIPPED ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS Side Step Removal - If

EquippedThe Basics of Off-Road DrivingWhen To Use 4L (Low) RangeSimultaneous Brake And Throttle OperationDriving In Snow, Mud and SandCrossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)Hill ClimbingDriving Through WaterAfter Driving Off-RoadPARKING BRAKE

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM POWER STEERING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation Pressures Tire Pressures for High-Speed Operation

Radial-Ply TiresTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment and BalanceTIRE CHAINS TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) Base SystemGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS

Reformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added To FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)VEHICLE LOADING Certification LabelTRAILER TOWING Common Towing Definitions

Trailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Trailer Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing - 2WD ModelsTowing - 4WD ModelsWHAT TO DO

IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack LocationSpare Tire StowagePreparations For JackingJacking Instructions JUMP STARTING EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS - IF EQUIPPED TOWING

A DISABLED VEHICLE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 3.8L ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS AUTHORIZED

DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilDrive Belts - Check Condition and TensionSpark PlugsCatalytic ConverterCrankcase Emission Control SystemFuel FilterEngine Air Cleaner FilterMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenancePower

Steering Fluid CheckDriveline And Steering Component LubricationBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesWindshield And Rear Window WashersExhaust SystemCooling SystemHoses and Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesBrake SystemAutomatic TransmissionHydraulic Clutch

Fluid - Manual TransmissionManual TransmissionTransfer CaseFront/Rear Axle FluidMaintenance After Off-Road DrivingAppearance Care And Protection From CorrosionFUSES (TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE) VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS

- IF EQUIPPED BULB REPLACEMENT Head LightFront Park/Turn SignalFront Side MarkerFront Fog LightRear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Backup LightsCenter High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)FLUID CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine

ChassisMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare

For The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer CenterDaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer CenterIn Mexico contactCustomer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired

(TDD/TTY)Service ContractWARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington, D.CIn CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM

TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX

Summary of Contents for 2008 Wrangler

Page 1: ...Wrangler O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 0 8 ...

Page 2: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 363 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 427 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 435 10 INDEX 445 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 4: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 䡵 Rollover Warning 5 䡵 How To Use This Manual 6 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 8 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 8 䡵 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 1 ...

Page 5: ... your vehicle handles on different road surfaces Your driving skills will improve with experience When driving off road or working the vehicle don t overload the vehicle or expect the vehicle to overcome the natural laws of physics Always observe federal state provincial and local laws wherever you drive As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in lo...

Page 6: ...ut of control it may roll over when some other vehicles may not Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds or while intoxicated may result in loss of control collision with other vehicles or objects going off the road or overturn ing any of which may lead to serious injury or death Also failure to use standard seat belts subjects the driver and passengers to a greater risk of being thrown out of a...

Page 7: ...ernment notes that the universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10 000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two million annually In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seal belt Always buckle up HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the ...

Page 8: ...INTRODUCTION 7 1 ...

Page 9: ... on a stamped plate located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment NOTE It is illegal to remove the VIN plate VEHICLE ...

Page 10: ...ring Wheel 14 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock 14 䡵 Sentry Key威 14 Replacement Keys 16 Customer Key Programming 16 General Information 17 䡵 Security Alarm System If Equipped 18 To Set The Alarm 18 To Disarm The System 18 䡵 Illuminated Entry 19 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry If Equipped 19 To Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate 20 To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate 20 Using The Panic Alarm 21 2 ...

Page 11: ...r Door Removal Four Door Models 29 䡵 Door Locks 31 Manual Door Locks 32 Power Door Locks If Equipped 33 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit 34 Automatic Door Locks 35 䡵 Windows 36 Power Windows If Equipped 36 Rear Power Windows Four Door Models Only 37 Wind Buffeting 38 䡵 Rear Swing Gate 38 䡵 Occupant Restraints 40 Lap Shoulder Belts 41 Rear Center Lap Shoulder Belt Retractor Lock Out Four Door Models ...

Page 12: ...elt Extender 50 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS 51 Child Restraint 62 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 75 䡵 Safety Tips 75 Exhaust Gas 75 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 76 Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 2 ...

Page 13: ... to give you the number The key code can also be obtained by your authorized dealer from your vehicle invoice Ignition Key Removal Manual Transmission If Equipped 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY ACC position 2 Push the ignition key inward 3 Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove the key Ignition Key Positions 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 14: ... ous for a number of reasons A child or others could be injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the key in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle ...

Page 15: ...Release the Steering Wheel Lock Insert the key in the ignition and turn the wheel slightly to the left or right to disengage the lock NOTE If you turned the wheel to the right to engage the lock you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to disengage it If you turned the wheel to the left to engage the lock turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it SENTRY KEY姞 The Sentry Key威 Immobili...

Page 16: ... If 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威 Immobilizer System is not compat ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle st...

Page 17: ... the customer key programming procedure This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics A blank key is one that has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer Customer Key Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keys威 you can program new Sentry Keys威 to the system by perfo...

Page 18: ...s and then turn off The new Sentry Key威 is programmed The Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter will also be pro grammed during this procedure Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys If you do not have a programmed Sentry Key威 contact your authorized dealer for details NOTE If a programmed key is lost see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys tem s memory T...

Page 19: ...mode has been activated in order to deactivate it To Set the Alarm The alarm will set when you use the remote keyless entry RKE transmitter to lock the doors and swing gate or when you use the power door lock switch while the door is open After all the doors are locked and closed the Sentry Key威 Security Alarm Indicator Light located on the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for about 16 second...

Page 20: ... and then locking it The door will be locked but the Security Alarm will not arm ILLUMINATED ENTRY The interior lights will come on when you open any door The lights will remain on after all of the doors are closed and then fade to off or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned on REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors swing...

Page 21: ...3 Release both buttons at the same time 4 Test this feature while outside of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK UNLOCK button on the key fob NOTE Pressing the LOCK button while you are inside of the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm 5 If the desired programmi...

Page 22: ...C button a second time you may have to be closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system To Turn Off Flash Lights With Lock NOTE The Flash Lights With Lock feature can be turned on or off using the following steps 1 Press the UNLOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds 2 While the UNLOCK button is pressed after four seconds press the LOCK button Release both buttons 3 Test the Flash L...

Page 23: ... belt Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming procedure 3 Place the ignition key into the ignition 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Do not start the engine 5 Press and hold the UNLOCK button 6 After holding the UNLOCK button for four seconds also press the PANIC button within six seconds 7 When a single chime is heard release both buttons ...

Page 24: ...bject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment If your Remote Keyless Entry fails to operat...

Page 25: ...n use a flat blade screwdriver to pry the two halves of the trans mitter apart Use extreme care not to damage the seal or internal components 2 Remove and replace the batteries Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbing alcohol 3 To reassemble the key fob case snap the two halves together Separating RKE ...

Page 26: ...s entry key fob which is part of your ignition key In order to remote start your vehicle the hood swing gate and all the doors must be closed To remote start your vehicle press the Remote Start button on the key fob twice within five seconds To indicate that the vehicle is about to start the park lights will flash and the horn will sound briefly if pro grammed Once the vehicle has started the engi...

Page 27: ...ing lamps come on The hood is opened The hazard switch is pressed The transmission is moved out of PARK The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of two times The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start where the remote start sequence was initiated but the engine stopped cranking without starting After either of these conditions or if the Security Alarm is alarming or if th...

Page 28: ...the display will continue to cycle only no chimes If the trip reset button is pressed while the VF warnings are being displayed the VF display will revert back to only displaying the odometer trip odometer mileage Upper Half Door Window Removal If Equipped 1 Grasp the half door window and pull up Upper Half Door Window Installation If Equipped 1 Grasp the half door window and line up pins into poc...

Page 29: ... Removal 1 Remove the hinge pin screws from the upper and lower outside hinges using a T50 Torx威 head driver 2 Unplug the wiring harness connector under instru ment panel 1 Harness Connector 2 Body Hook 3 Door Harness Strap 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 30: ...e door to clear hinge pins from their hinges and remove door To reinstall the door s perform the previous steps in the opposite order Rear Door Removal Four Door Models 1 Remove the hinge pin screws from the upper and lower outside hinges using a T50 Torx威 head driver 2 Slide the front seat s fully forward THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 2 ...

Page 31: ...ring harness connector 5 Unhook the door strap from the body hook 6 With the door open lift the door to clear hinge pins from their hinges and remove door To reinstall the door s perform the previous steps in the opposite order 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 32: ...ll be shown in the VF display and will also continue to cycle If the vehicle is moving three single chimes will occur one chime for each complete display cycle three cycles total After this the display will continue to cycle only no chimes If the trip reset button is pressed while the VF warnings are being displayed the VF display will revert back to only displaying the odometer trip odometer mile...

Page 33: ...d safety in an accident lock the vehicle doors when you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Do not leave the key in the ignition A child could operate power win dows other controls or move the vehicle Manual D...

Page 34: ...he vehicle doors when you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Do not leave the key in the ignition A child could operate power win dows other controls or move the vehicle Power Door Lock Switch THINGS TO KNOW ...

Page 35: ...Doors on Exit Programming The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be enabled or disabled as follows 1 Close all doors and place the key in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and then back to LOCK four 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 Rep...

Page 36: ...ransmitter Automatic Door Locks Programming The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or disabled as follows 1 Close all doors and place the key in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and then back to LOCK four 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...

Page 37: ... door models and the lower right switch controls the right rear passenger window four door models The switches will continue to function for up to two minutes after the ignition key has been removed or until a front door is opened Window Lockout Switch Four Door Models Only The window lockout switch located between the win dow switches allows you to disable the rear window switches that are locate...

Page 38: ...n direction and release the switch To stop the window from going all the way down during the auto down operation pull up on the switch briefly To open the window part way press to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop The power window switches remain active for two minutes after the ignition has been turned off Opening either front door will cancel this feature Rear Powe...

Page 39: ... display will show the word gATE If any other active warnings are present they will be shown in the VF display and will also continue to cycle If the vehicle is moving three single chimes will occur if the rear swing gate is open one chime for each complete display cycle After this the VF display will continue to sequence only no chimes If the trip reset button is pressed while the VF warnings are...

Page 40: ...losing the rear flip up window as damage to the blade will result WARNING Driving with the flip up window open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the flip up window closed when you are oper ating the vehicle Gate Handle THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 2 ...

Page 41: ...ion that are based on collision severity Please pay close attention to the information in this section It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer injuries including fatalities if you are not properly buckled up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or ...

Page 42: ...g retractor is de signed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions But in a colli sion the belt will lock and reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision peop...

Page 43: ...sengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in an accident hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is...

Page 44: ...3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Latch Plate Latch Plate To Buckle THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 2 ...

Page 45: ...es Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that the strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together 4 Position the lap belt across yo...

Page 46: ...g A twisted belt cannot do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you cannot straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your authorized dealer and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt Removing Slack From Belt THINGS TO KNO...

Page 47: ... Shoulder Belt Retractor Lock Out Four Door Models Only This feature is designed to lock the retractor whenever the 60 rear seatback is not fully latched This prevents someone from wearing the rear center lap shoulder belt when the rear seatback is not fully latched NOTE If the rear center lap shoulder belt cannot be pulled out check that the rear seatback is fully latched If the rear seatback is ...

Page 48: ... should immediately be taken to your authorized dealer for service Failure to follow this warning could result in serious or fatal injury Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seat positions the shoulder belt anchorage can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck Push in on the anchorage near your outside shoulder and slide it up or down to reach the ...

Page 49: ...d with a pretensioning device that is designed to remove any slack from the seat belt systems in the event of a collision This device improves the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight around the occupant early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement...

Page 50: ... 8 km h The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert威 can be en abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps NOTE The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or START position The manufacturer does not recom mend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert威 1 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and buc...

Page 51: ...ome across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage if equipped is in its lowest position your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long...

Page 52: ...bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The letters SRS are embossed on the airbag covers NOTE The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment The front airbags have a multistage inflator design This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity 1 Driver Airbag 2 Passenger Air...

Page 53: ...e airbags are inflating If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the side airbags the performance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you caus ing serious injury If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags do not attach cup holders or any other objects on or around the door The inflating side airba...

Page 54: ...seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to protect you properly Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag 1 Children 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger airbag An airbag deployment could cause s...

Page 55: ... accommodate a disabled person contact the Customer Center Phone numbers are provided under If You Need Assistance in Section 9 of this manual WARNING Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries 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 ...

Page 56: ...t Restraint Control ORC Module de termines if a frontal or side collision is severe enough to require the front and or side airbags to inflate The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation from direction provided by the ORC The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON positions ...

Page 57: ...he steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel When the ORC detects a collision requiring the airbags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags Different airbag inflation rates are possible based on collision severity The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out ...

Page 58: ...if you are not seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side airbag inflates This especially applies to children The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger and position every one for the best interaction with the front airbag If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy when the Occupant Restraint Control ORC Modu...

Page 59: ...airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s instruc tions for cleaning It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have deployed If ...

Page 60: ...g Your Airbag System WARNING Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper or vehicle ...

Page 61: ...ment of airbag deployment and up to a quarter second of high speed deceleration data during and or after airbag deployment or near deployment EDR data are ONLY recorded if an airbag deploys or nearly deploys and are otherwise unavailable NOTE Under certain circumstances EDR data may not be recorded e g loss of battery power In conjunction with other data gathered during a com plete accident invest...

Page 62: ...ta of a potentially sensitive nature such as would identify a particular driver ve hicle or crash will be treated confidentially Confidential data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corporation to any third party except when 1 Used for research purposes such as to match data with a particular crash record in an aggregate database provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter preser...

Page 63: ...nd all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck led up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front There are different sizes and types of restraints...

Page 64: ...ible child seats The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs 9 kg Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing direction than infant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg but are less than one year old Both types of child restraints...

Page 65: ...ends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint If you install the restraint improperly it may not work when you need it All seating positions except for dri...

Page 66: ... insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still cannot make the child restraint secure try a different seating position Buckle the child into the restraint exactly as the manufacturer s instructions tell you When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle Do not leave it loose in the vehicle In a sudden stop or collision ...

Page 67: ...eatback should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat Make sure that the child is upright in the seat The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible Check belt fit periodically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the should...

Page 68: ...he tension of the strap In general you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the hook or connector to the lower and tether anchorages The tether strap should be routed under the center of the head restraint and attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback Then tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward ...

Page 69: ...er child restraints many child restraint manufacturers offer add on tether strap kits or retro fit kits You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re straint in any vehicle NOTE When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of chil...

Page 70: ...nts are not LATCH compatible you can only install the child restraints using the vehicle s seat belts Please refer to the next section for typical installation instructions Installing the LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here ...

Page 71: ...Latch Anchorages Two Door Models Latch Anchorages Four Door Models 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 72: ...on each side with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means for adjusting the tension of the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rear facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap having Tether Strap Mounting Two Door Models Tether Strap Mounting Four Door Models THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 2 ...

Page 73: ...ward 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 or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child ...

Page 74: ... the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out If the belt still can t be tightened or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt you may n...

Page 75: ...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 in the rear seat in pet harness...

Page 76: ...ld be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to Maintenance Procedures in Section 7 of this manual NON DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered as a normal part o...

Page 77: ...any windows open even if only slightly to help keep fresh air circulating inside the vehicle Otherwise poisonous gases could be drawn into the vehicle On hardtop models keep the tailgate window closed when driving your vehicle On fabric top models do not drive with the rear window curtain up unless the side curtains are also open This will prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases ...

Page 78: ...er is inoper able Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires includ ing spare for proper pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of all exterior lights while you wo...

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Page 80: ...5 䡵 Seats 86 Front Seat Adjustment 86 Manual Seat Height Adjustment If Equipped 87 Front Seatback Recline 87 Front Easy Entry Seats Two Door Models 88 Head Restraints 89 Fold And Tumble Rear Seat Two Door Models 89 Removing The Rear Seat Two Door Models 91 Replacing The Rear Seat Two Door Models 92 60 40 Split Folding Rear Seat Four Door Models 92 3 ...

Page 81: ...s If Equipped 99 Turn Signals 99 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 99 䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers 100 Intermittent Wiper System 100 Windshield Wiper Operation 100 Windshield Washers 101 Mist Feature 101 䡵 Tilt Steering Column 101 䡵 Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 102 To Activate 102 To Set At A Desired Speed 103 To Deactivate 103 To Resume Speed 103 To Vary The Speed Setting 103 Manual T...

Page 82: ...se With Engine Off 117 䡵 Cupholders 117 Front Cupholders 117 Rear Cupholders 118 䡵 Storage 118 Console Storage Compartment 118 Rear Storage Compartment 119 䡵 Dual Top If Equipped 120 Removing The Soft Top 120 Installing The Soft Top 122 䡵 Freedom Top Three Piece Modular Hard Top 125 Front Panel s Removal 126 Front Panel s Installation 128 Front Panel s Installation Only With Rear Hard Top Removed ...

Page 83: ...52 䡵 Sunrider Two Door Models If Equipped 161 䡵 Sunrider Four Door Models If Equipped 164 䡵 Soft Top Four Door Models 168 Folding Down The Soft Top 170 Putting Up The Soft Top 180 䡵 Folding Windshield 191 Lowering The Windshield And Removing Side Bars 193 Raising The Windshield And Replacing Side Bars 196 䡵 Rear Window Features Hard Top Only 197 Rear Window Wiper Washer If Equipped 197 Rear Window...

Page 84: ...ows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield Adjusting Rearview Mirror UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 3 ...

Page 85: ...les and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the right side mirror Outside Rearview Mirror 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 86: ...Button UConnect威 Hands Free Phone When you press this button a Not Equipped with UConnect message will display on your radio screen Phone Button UConnect威 Hands Free Phone When you press this button a Not Equipped with UConnect message will display on your radio screen UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 3 ...

Page 87: ...se you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked Front Seat Adjustment Move seat forward or rearward by lifting the lever Be sure the latch engages fully Manual Seat Adjustment 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 88: ...rd on the handle to raise the seat Push downward on the handle to lower the seat Front Seatback Recline To recline 1 Lean forward before lifting the handle then lean back to the desired position and release the handle 2 Lift the handle to return the seatback to an upright position Seat Height Adjustment Recline Lever UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 3 ...

Page 89: ...rd toward the rear of the vehicle to tilt the entire seat forward 1 To return the seat to a sitting position rotate the seatback upright until it locks 2 Push the seat rearward until the track locks Easy Entry Lever Easy Entry Seat 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 90: ...raints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear Adjustable head restraints should be adjusted so that the upper edge is as high as practical The front head restraints have a locking button that must be pushed inward to lower the head restraint The restraints may be raised without pushing in the button The rear head restraints are not adjustable Fo...

Page 91: ...ly 1 Lift the seatback release lever and fold seatback for ward 2 Slowly flip the entire seat forward 3 When completed return the seat to its normal posi tion 4 Raise the rear seatback using the assist strap and firmly lock seat into position Rear Seat Release Folding Rear Seat 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 92: ...n your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly In a collision you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments Always be sure that the seats are fully latched 1 Remove the three rear subwoofer if equipped mounting screws using a T30 Torx威 head driver 2 Unplug electrical connector from rear subwoofer if equipped 3 Fold the rear ...

Page 93: ...be seated in the rear cargo area with the rear seat folded down or removed from the ve hicle The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only not for passengers who should sit in seats and use seat belts 60 40 Split Folding Rear Seat Four Door Models To provide additional storage area each rear seat can be folded flat to allow for extended cargo space and still maintain some rear s...

Page 94: ... inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision 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 Fold Down the Rear Seat Locate the pull strap lower outboard side of seat and pull it towa...

Page 95: ...be extended for use If you cannot extend the center shoulder belt please make sure your seatback is fully latched 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 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD T...

Page 96: ...atches are latched fully before driving LIGHTS Interior Lights The overhead light will come on when a door is opened It may also be turned on by rotating the control for the dimmer switch on the multifunction control lever fully upward The overhead light will automatically turn off in about 20 minutes if a door is left open or the dimmer control is left in the dome light position Turn the ignition...

Page 97: ...n rotating the dimmer control all the way down to the OFF detent will cause all the interior lights to turn off This is also known as the Party mode because it allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicle s battery Cargo Lamp Rear Cargo Lamp Four Door Models 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 98: ...ion Control Lever The multifunction control lever controls the operation of the parking lights headlights headlight beam selection passing light fog lights instrument panel light dimming and turn signals The lever is located on the left side of the steering column Parking Lights Instrument Panel Lights and Headlights Turn the end of the multifunction control lever to the first detent for parking l...

Page 99: ...r down NOTE If the driver s door is left open and the head lights or parking lights are left on the High Beam Indicator Light will remain illuminated and a chime will sound Lights On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned off a chime will sound when the driver s door is opened Headlight Dimmer Switch Push the multifunction control lever away from you to sw...

Page 100: ...n control lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down without moving beyond the detent If either light has a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside light bulb If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved it wo...

Page 101: ...cycles desirable Move the lever to the DELAY position then select the delay interval by turning the end of the lever The delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles to a cycle every second Windshield Wiper Operation The windshield wiper washer control lever operates the windshield wipers and washers when the ignition switch is in the ON position The lever is lo...

Page 102: ...operate for as long as the lever is held plus two wipe cycles then turn OFF Mist Feature Push down on the wiper lever to activate a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle As long as the lever is held down the wipers will continue to operate TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column push down on the lever under the multifunction control lever and move the wheel up or down ...

Page 103: ...When engaged this device takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 35 mph 56 km h The speed control lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel To Activate Push the ON OFF button The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate To turn the system OFF push the ON OFF button a second time The Cruise Indicator Light will turn off The system should be...

Page 104: ...re pressing the SET lever To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pulling the speed control lever towards you or normal brake or clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate speed control without erasing the set speed memory Pressing the ON OFF button or turning off the ignition switch erases the set speed memory To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed push the RESUME ACC...

Page 105: ...simultaneously in order to ensure proper operation If this occurs the system can be reactivated by pushing the speed control switch ON OFF button and re setting the desired vehicle SET speed Manual Transmission Depressing the clutch pedal will disengage the speed control A slight increase in engine RPM before the speed control disengages is normal Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may ne...

Page 106: ...th an advanced electronic brake control system that includes ABS Anti Lock Brake System TCS Traction Control System BAS Brake Assist System ERM Electronic Roll Mitigation and ESP Electronic Stability Program All five of these systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions ABS Anti Lock Brake System This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle con...

Page 107: ... Traction Control System This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels If wheel spin is detected brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s to provide enhanced acceleration and stability A feature of the TCS system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster th...

Page 108: ...ping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING BAS Brake Assist System cannot prevent the natu ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions BAS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns...

Page 109: ...other factors such as road conditions leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles NOTE Anytime the ESP system is in the Full Off mode ERM is disabled Refer to ESP Electronic Stability Program for a complete explanation of the available ESP modes WARNING Many factors such as vehicle loading road condi tions and driving conditions influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may oc...

Page 110: ...ESP applies the brake of the appropri ate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition Oversteer when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position Understeer when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position The ESP TCS Indicator Light located in the instrument cluster starts to flash as soon as the tires los...

Page 111: ...hicles in 2H range have two operating modes 4H Range 4WD Models or 2WD Models On This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 4H and 2WD vehicles Whenever the vehicle is started or the transfer case if equipped is shifted from 4L range or NEUTRAL back to 4H range the ESP system will be in this mode This mode should be used for most all driving situations ESP should only be turned to Partial Off or...

Page 112: ...tion ESP Off 4H Range Only This mode is intended for off highway or off road use when ESP stability features could inhibit vehicle maneu verability due to trail conditions This mode is entered by depressing and holding the ESP OFF switch for five seconds when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is running In this mode all ESP and TCS stability features are turned off except for the limited slip ...

Page 113: ...reviously cleared WARNING With the ESP switched off the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP and ERM are unavailable In an emergency evasive maneuver the ESP and ERM systems will not engage to assist in maintaining stability The Full Off ESP mode is intended for off road use only 4L Range 4WD Models ESP Off This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 4L range Whenever the vehicle is started ...

Page 114: ...osition This will occur even if the message was previously cleared WARNING With the ESP switched off the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP and ERM are unavailable In an emergency evasive maneuver the ESP and ERM systems will not engage to assist in maintaining stability The Full Off mode is intended for off road use only Disabling ESP for Modified Vehicles 4WD Models Only Vehicles modified...

Page 115: ...bled mode will seriously affect the vehicles roadworthiness and safety and may lead to loss of control and or accident resulting in possible serious or fatal injuries The following procedure will disable or re enable ESP functionality in the vehicle 1 Shift the transfer case into the 4H range position 2 Turn the steering wheel until it is centered and the wheels are pointed straight ahead 3 Cycle ...

Page 116: ...ng If the ESP BAS Warning Light comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction 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 The ESP BAS...

Page 117: ...e ignition switch ON When the optional cigar lighter heating element is used it heats when pushed in and pops out automati cally when ready for use To preserve the heating element do not hold the lighter in the heating position The left side outlet is powered directly from the battery power available at all times Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and or prevent engine starti...

Page 118: ...ly Only use these intermittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with acces sories 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 b...

Page 119: ...located on the back of the center console STORAGE Console Storage Compartment To lock or unlock insert ignition key and turn To open press the latch and lift cover Rear Cupholders Center Console 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 120: ...owing procedure NOTE The rear storage compartment latch should not be used as cargo tie down 1 Flip up pull loop so it is perpendicular straight up to the top surface of the tray 2 Pull up on loop and twist 90 degrees so it is parallel to the slotted hole in tray 3 Open rear compartment cover Rear Storage Cover UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 3 ...

Page 121: ...nty will not cover damage resulting from both tops remaining on the vehicle at the same time for extended periods of time Removing The Soft Top 1 Locate and remove the two boxes that contain the following items Right and left door frames Door frame attachment knobs four for two door models six for four door models Right and left quarter windows Rear window Two rear window roll up straps Two Sunrid...

Page 122: ...two per side using a T30 Torx威 head driver 4 Using a rubber mallet carefully tap the knuckles from the left and right metal pivot brackets Remove the soft top from the vehicle and store in a clean dry location UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 3 ...

Page 123: ...tion Installing the Soft Top NOTE The following procedures are for first time set up only For future soft top procedures refer to Soft Top in this section 1 Locate and remove the following items prior to hard top removal Right and left door frames Door frame attachment knobs four for two door models six for four door models Right and left quarter windows Rear window 2 Remove the hard top Refer to ...

Page 124: ...If the pivot brackets have been removed unzip the sport bar covers and attach the pivot brackets to the sports bar with the four screws that were removed using a T30 Torx威 head driver Re cover and re zip sport bar covers b Lay the soft top into the rear of the vehicle with the bows pointing forward and the curved portion of the bows facing upward UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 3 ...

Page 125: ...d Screw the pivot screws back into place using a T30 Torx威 head driver Secure them until they are snug being careful not to cross thread the screws or over tighten CAUTION Do not overtighten the screws You can strip the screws if they are overtightened 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 126: ...he soft top Refer to Soft Top Putting Up the Soft Top in this section FREEDOM TOP THREE PIECE MODULAR HARD TOP CAUTION The hard top is not designed to carry any addi tional loads such as roof racks spare tires build ing hunting or camping supplies and or luggage etc Also it was not designed as a structural member of the vehicle and thus cannot properly carry any additional loads other than environ...

Page 127: ...emoved before removing right panel 1 Fold down the sun visor and move to the side 2 Turn center L shaped locks 2 from center of roof panel 3 Turn rear L shaped lock located above shoulder belt anchorage 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 128: ...aker bar assembly counterclockwise until they can be removed 5 Unlatch the header panel latch located at the top of the windshield 6 Remove panel To remove right panel follow steps above except for step 2 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 3 ...

Page 129: ...ng the same steps for removal in reverse order Front Panel s Installation Only With Rear Hard Top Removed 1 Turn left and right panels over and move spacer block located on rear of panel upward 90 degrees NOTE The front panel s must be positioned properly to ensure sealing Set the panels on the windshield frame so that there is no overhang Also make sure that the panels are sitting flush with the ...

Page 130: ...two Torx威 head screws that secure the hard top at the B pillar near top of door using a 40 Torx威 head driver 4 Door Only 4 Remove the six Torx威 head screws that secure the hard top to the vehicle along the interior bodyside using a 40 Torx威 head driver 5 Open swing gate all the way to ensure clearance of the rear window glass Lift rear window glass UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 3 ...

Page 131: ... being sprayed into the rear of the vehicle 8 Disconnect the wire harness from the hard top by pressing the tab at the side of the connector and pulling to disconnect NOTE If the red latch on the connector is locked push the red latch to the right until you can only see the latch on one end right of the connector This will unlock the connector tab allowing the tab to be pressed down and enabling t...

Page 132: ...ion of the hard top 1 Inspect the hard top seals for damage and replace if necessary 2 Install the hard top using the same steps for removal in reverse order NOTE The hard top must be positioned properly to ensure sealing Also make sure that the hard top is sitting flush with the body at the sides and check to ensure that there is a uniform gap between the lift glass and hard top UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 133: ...e This procedure is furnished for use during off road operation only Door Frame Removal Two Door Models 1 Unscrew and remove the door frame attachment knobs two per side WARNING Use both hands to remove the door frames The door frames will fold and could cause injury if both hands are not used 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 134: ...rame from the vehicle 4 Screw the knobs back into the door frame and fold for storage Store in a secure location WARNING Never store the door frames in your vehicle In an event of an accident a loose door frame many cause personal injury If removed always store the door frames outside of the vehicle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 3 ...

Page 135: ...the door frame pin has been set into the body side hole carefully set the front of the door frame into the rubber seal at the top of the windshield 4 Starting with the front of the door frame clip it over the metal side bar and then clip the rear making sure that the material for the side bar covers is not pinched by the door frame 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 136: ...front knob screw in and tighten both knobs Repeat on the other side Door Frame Removal Four Door Models 1 Unscrew and remove the two forward most door frame attachment knobs UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 3 ...

Page 137: ... and could cause injury if both hands are not used 2 Place one hand on the upper rear and one hand on the upper front of the front door frame 3 Pull the frame towards you with your front hand to remove the frame from the vehicle 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 138: ...ment knob on the rear door frame 5 Place one hand on the upper rear and one hand on the upper front of the rear door frame Pull the frame towards you with your rear hand to remove the frame from the vehicle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 3 ...

Page 139: ...event of an accident a loose door frame many cause personal injury If removed always store the door frames outside of the vehicle Door Frame Installation Four Door Models 1 Install the rear door frame first 2 Set the door frame pin into the hole on top of the body side just behind the rear door opening 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 140: ...e side bar making sure not to pinch the material of the sports bar covers and to ensure it is properly positioned on the seal above the front of the rear door 4 Loosely install the rear knob long knob to hold the door rail in position UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 3 ...

Page 141: ...Position the rear of the front door frame to lay on top of the front of the rear door frame 6 Loosely install both knobs beginning with the front knob long knob Then install the middle knob short knob through the front and rear door frames and screw into the top of the B pillar 7 Tighten the front knob then the rear most knob and then the middle knob Repeat this procedure for the other side 140 UN...

Page 142: ...rature is below 72 F 24 C and or the top has been folded down for a period of time the top will appear to have shrunk when you raise it making it difficult to put up This is caused by a natural contraction of the vinyl coating on the fabric top Place the vehicle in a warm area Pull steadily on the top fabric The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and the top can then be installed If temp...

Page 143: ...d caring for your vehicle s fabric top Do not use any tools screwdrivers etc to pry or force any of the clamps clips or retainers securing the soft top Do not force or pry the soft top frame work when opening or closing Damage to the top may result WARNING Do not drive vehicle with rear window curtain up unless side curtains are also removed Dangerous exhaust gases could enter the vehicle causing ...

Page 144: ...1 Header Bow 6 Body Side Retainer 2 2 Bow 7 Quarter Window 3 3 Bow 8 Check Strap 4 Sail Panel 9 Front Retainer Quarter Window 5 Plastic Retainer 10 Bottom Retainer Quarter Window UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 3 ...

Page 145: ...1 Zipper Start 2 Zipper Finish 3 Swing Gate Bar 4 Swing Gate Brackets 5 Sail Panels 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 146: ...ducts are available through your authorized dealer 1 If your vehicle has half doors remove each half door window by opening the door and lifting the half door window out NOTE Stow half door windows carefully outside of the vehicle never inside to avoid scratches 2 Insert finger behind the plastic retainer Pull down and roll the retainer out of the channel Repeat this on the opposite side UNDERSTAN...

Page 147: ...ks in the loops on the windshield 5 Open the swing gate 6 Before unzipping the rear window release the first 3 in 7 6 cm of both sail panels from the channel Remove the swing gate bar by pulling it straight rearward out of the swing gate brackets 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 148: ...to disengage from the zipper on the top cover Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratch ing 7 Undo the Velcro威 that runs along the top and rear edge of the side window 8 Beginning from the rear lower corner completely unzip the window 9 Once unzipped remove side window retainers from the door channel and body side channel Repeat this step on the opposite side UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR V...

Page 149: ...l at the rear corners of the vehicle NOTE When releasing the sail panel retainers it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow 11 As you begin to lower the top fold the sail panels so that they rest on top of the soft top 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 150: ...brackets pull the front of the bracket forward while rolling the entire bracket back in towards the vehicle to disengage 13 Completely release the latches from the loops on the windshield frame If your vehicle is not equipped with the Sunrider package proceed to Step 16 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 3 ...

Page 151: ...Make sure the plastic sleeves are slid forward over the Sunrider link Sunrider Models Only 15 Unlatch the side bows from both door rails Sunrider Models Only 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 152: ...ehicle 17 Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the bows and as far inward as possible This will keep any portion of the top from flapping outside of the vehicle When the top is completely down position the drip rails so they make a v shape this prevents damage to the soft top material 18 Close front header latches 19 Remove door frames if desired Refer to Door Frame in this section UNDERST...

Page 153: ...1 Header Bow 6 Body Side Retainer 2 2 Bow 7 Quarter Window 3 3 Bow 8 Check Strap 4 Sail Panel 9 Front Retainer Quarter Window 5 Plastic Retainer 10 Bottom Retainer Quarter Window 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 154: ...1 Zipper Start 2 Zipper Finish 3 Swing Gate Bar 4 Swing Gate Brackets 5 Sail Panels UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 3 ...

Page 155: ...k Sunrider Models Only 4 Standing on the side of the vehicle lift the top by the side bow and the 2 bow middle bow up and over the sports bar until the header rests on the top of the windshield frame 5 Before attaching the header latches be sure that the top retainers above the door are not trapped between the top and the door frame 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 156: ... not close the latches 8 If the swing gate brackets were removed install them by hooking the rear edge of the bracket on the interior side of the body channel Then rotate it rearward and over the channel until it snaps onto the exterior part of the rail To be properly located the bracket must only be clipped to the shortened rail edge UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 3 ...

Page 157: ... bow 10 Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body side channel leaving the last 3 in 7 6 cm towards the rear window loose on both sides Pulling down on the rear roof bow 3 bow will aid to reach the channel with the retainers 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 158: ...the zipper but close only about 1 in 2 5 cm 12 Insert the front retainer of the window into the door channel making sure the retainer is fully seated and properly positioned on the door frame Failure to do so can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the window UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 3 ...

Page 159: ...ottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle Finish by closing the zipper completely and attaching the Velcro威 along the top and rear of the window Repeat this step for the opposite side 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 160: ... pointed outward to seal with the swing gate when closed 16 Install the rear window by starting both zipper ends at the lower left corner of the rear window opening Ensure that the zippers are properly started and aligned before zipping to prevent damage 17 Run the zipper fully around to the right side of the window UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 3 ...

Page 161: ...p bow 3 bow then complete attaching the sail panel retainers into the body side channel 20 Open the doors and insert the roof retainers into the channels above the door starting at the front and work ing rearward 21 Close the header latches and return the sun visors to their secured position 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 162: ...mph 64 km h with the Sunrider feature open it is recom mended that you remove the rear window of the vehicle To Open 1 Insert finger behind the plastic retainer Pull down and roll the retainer out of the channel Repeat this on the other side UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 3 ...

Page 163: ...2 Unclip and move the sun visors to the side 3 Release the header latches from the loops on the windshield frame 4 Slide the plastic sleeve forward 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 164: ... latch on the door rail should not be activated for Sunrider use If activated the soft top must be reinstalled starting from the sail panels 6 Locate straps to secure side bows Wrap straps around bows as shown Repeat on the other side 7 Reposition sun visors UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 3 ...

Page 165: ...e slots SUNRIDER FOUR DOOR MODELS IF EQUIPPED NOTE If you are going to be driving faster than 40 mph 64 km h with the Sunrider feature open it is recom mended that you remove the rear window of the vehicle To Open 1 Above the front of the rear door place finger up into the cutout in the plastic retainer and pull down rolling both the front and rear retainers out of the door frame Repeat this on th...

Page 166: ...2 Unclip and move the sun visors to the side 3 Release the header latches from the loops on the windshield frame UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 3 ...

Page 167: ... the front side bow behind the header and lift the top 5 Fold back the front section of the top and gently rest the header on top of the rear portion of the deck 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 168: ...ure that the straps are securely stowed 7 Close the front header latches 8 Secure the top by using the two provided straps Each strap will wrap around the side bow and Velcro威 to itself use one strap on each side of the vehicle To Close Perform the above steps in the opposite order UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 3 ...

Page 169: ...ure is below 72 F 24 C and or the top has been folded down for a period of time the top will appear to have shrunk when you raise it making it difficult to put up This is caused by a natural contraction of the vinyl coating on the fabric top Place the vehicle in a warm area Pull steadily on the top fabric The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and the top can then be snapped into place I...

Page 170: ...ual It contains important informa tion on cleaning and caring for your vehicle s fabric top Do not use any tools screwdrivers etc to pry or force any of the clamps clips or retainers securing the soft top Do not force or pry the soft top framework when opening or closing Damage to the top may result WARNING Do not drive vehicle with rear window curtain up unless side curtains are also open Dangero...

Page 171: ...eader Bow 6 Body Side Retainer 11 Plastic Retainer 2 2 Bow 7 Quarter Window 3 3 Bow 8 Check Strap 4 4 Bow 9 Front Retainer Quarter Window 5 Sail Panel 10 Bottom Retainer Quarter Window 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 172: ...1 Zipper Start 2 Zipper Finish 3 Swing Gate Bar 4 Swing Gate Brackets 5 Sail Panels UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 3 ...

Page 173: ...our vehicle has half doors remove each half door window by opening the door and lifting the half door window out NOTE Stow half door windows carefully outside of the vehicle never inside to avoid scratches 2 Above the front of the rear door place finger up into the cutout in the plastic retainer and pull down rolling both the front and rear retainers out of the door frame Repeat this on the other ...

Page 174: ...ld frame 5 Open the swing gate 6 Before unzipping the rear window release the first 3 in 7 6 cm of both sail panels from the channel Remove the swing gate bar by pulling it straight rearward out of the swing gate brackets UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 3 ...

Page 175: ... to disengage from the zipper on the top cover Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratch ing 7 Undo the Velcro威 that runs along the top and rear edge of the side window 8 Beginning from the rear lower corner completely unzip the window 9 Once unzipped remove side window retainers from the door channel and body side channel Repeat this step on the opposite side 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF Y...

Page 176: ...dy side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle NOTE When releasing the sail panel retainers it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow 11 Fold the sail panels so that they rest on top of the soft top UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 3 ...

Page 177: ...is being installed To remove the swing gate brackets pull the front of the bracket forward while rolling the entire bracket back in towards the vehicle to disengage 13 Grasp the front side bow behind the header and lift the top 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 178: ... and gently rest the header on top of the rear portion of the deck 15 Fold the top material so that the plastic retainers form a W as shown Enter the vehicle and move the material into two folds UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 3 ...

Page 179: ...atch above the front of the rear door Push the top rearward to disengage Repeat this step on the other side 17 Grasp the folded side bows and slide the top along the door frame track to the rear door frame 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 180: ...traps between the bows as far inside as possible This will keep any portion of the top from flapping outside of the vehicle 20 Once the top is fully down use the Velcro straps provided to secure the top to the vehicle by wrapping the strap around the side bows and through the slot on the body 21 Close the front header latches 22 Remove door frames if desired Refer to Door Frame in this section UND...

Page 181: ...ader Bow 6 Body Side Retainer 11 Plastic Retainer 2 2 Bow 7 Quarter Window 3 3 Bow 8 Check Strap 4 4 Bow 9 Front Retainer Quarter Window 5 Sail Panel 10 Bottom Retainer Quarter Window 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 182: ...1 Zipper Start 2 Zipper Finish 3 Swing Gate Bar 4 Swing Gate Brackets 5 Sail Panels UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 3 ...

Page 183: ...en the rear doors 1 Install the door frames if removed Refer to Door Frame in this section 2 Undo the straps used to secure the top in the down position and store in secure location 3 Open the swing gate 4 Grasp the folded side bows and lift to the top of the rear door frames 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 184: ...of the knuckles into the door frame tracks and slide the top forward 6 Ensure that the top locks into Sunrider locking mecha nisms that are located above the front of the rear doors UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 3 ...

Page 185: ...oors do not get trapped between the top and the door frame Also make certain the feet at both ends of the 2 bow forward most bow seat properly on the side bows above the front doors They should cradle the tubing Finally make sure that the check strap the long woven strap reaching from the rear bow to the 2 bow does not get entangled in any of the framework when unfolding the top 184 UNDERSTANDING ...

Page 186: ...ar edge of the bracket on the interior side of the body channel Then rotate it rearward and over the channel until it snaps onto the exterior part of the rail To be properly located the bracket must only be clipped to the shortened rail edge 12 Move to the rear of the vehicle and gently pull the sail panels over the rear roof bow 4 bow UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 3 ...

Page 187: ...dow loose on both sides Pulling down on the rear roof bow 4 bow will aid to reach the channel with the retainers 14 To install the side windows affix the window tem porarily by attaching to the Velcro威 in the upper rear corner Start the zipper but close only about 1 in 2 5 cm 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 188: ...g sure the retainer is fully seated and properly positioned on the door frame Failure to do so can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the window 16 Continue closing the zipper only along the top edge of the window UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 3 ...

Page 189: ...completely and attaching the Velcro威 along the top and rear of the window Repeat this step for the opposite side 18 Locate the black swing gate bar Slide the swing gate bar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rear window The spongy part of the seal should be down and pointed outward to seal with the swing gate when closed 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 190: ...arted and aligned before zipping to prevent damage 20 Run the first zipper fully around to the right side of the window 21 Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the swing gate brackets 22 Complete the installation of the sail panel by insert ing the rest of the retainer into the body channel UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 3 ...

Page 191: ... into the channels in the door frame above the doors starting at the front and working toward the rear of the vehicle 24 Ensure plastic retainer is tucked in properly at B pillar not pinching the seal 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 192: ...n road with the windshield down and the side bars removed as you lose the protec tion these structural elements can provide If required for certain off road uses the side bars can be removed and the windshield folded down However the protection afforded by these features is then lost If you remove the side bars and fold down the windshield drive slowly and cautiously It is recommended that the spe...

Page 193: ...al injury Do not drive your vehicle on road with the wind shield down Do not drive your vehicle unless the windshield is securely fastened either up or down Eye protection such as goggles should be worn at all times when the windshield is down Be sure that you carefully follow the instructions for raising the windshield Make sure that the folding windshield windshield wipers side bars and all asso...

Page 194: ...2 Remove the two top hex bolts 13 mm and the one side hex bolt 13 mm visible through the trim Do not remove plastic corner trim sun visor bolts or sport bar covering 3 Open sport bar Velcro covering 4 Remove the one hex bolt 13 mm visible through the plastic trim on bottom side of side bar one hex bolt 13 mm on the side of the side bar and one hex bolt 13 mm on top of the side bar UNDERSTANDING TH...

Page 195: ...e the side bars in your vehicle use four cinch straps available from your authorized dealer Attach the straps through the slots located on the floor behind the folded rear seat at the front of the storage bin cover WARNING You or others could be injured if you carry the side bars loose in your vehicle Remove the side bars from the vehicle or securely store them as described or they may cause perso...

Page 196: ...e lower windshield plates by removing the six black round headed Torx威 head screws using a 40 Torx威 head driver on each side of the base of the windshield 9 Lower the windshield gently until it contacts the rubber hood bumpers 10 Secure the windshield by passing a cinch strap through the footman hoop on the center of the hood and on the center of the windshield frame Tighten the strap to secure th...

Page 197: ...eld And Removing Side Bars earlier in this section Reattach sport bar Velcro威 covering 3 Attach front of side bar to windshield frame Install top two hex bolts 13 mm first then lower side hex bolt 13 mm Lower side bolt will not align until top two bolts are installed 4 Tighten all side bar attachment bolts 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 198: ...rol lever located on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the rear wiper washer function Rotating the center of the switch up to the On position will activate the wiper Rotating the switch ring beyond the On or Off position will activate the rear washer The wash pump will continue to operate as long as the lever or ring is engaged Upon release the wipers will cycle three tim...

Page 199: ...ed in the front of the engine compartment and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with wind shield washer solvent not radiator antifreeze and oper ate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water Rear Window Defroster If Equipped The pushbutton is located on the bottom right side of the blower control knob Press this button to turn on the rear ...

Page 200: ...efroster only when the engine is operating CAUTION Use care when washing the inside of the rear window to prevent damage to heating elements Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Also keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 3 ...

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Page 202: ... 216 Trip Conditions 216 Compass Temperature Display 217 䡵 Radio General Information 220 Radio Broadcast Signals 220 Two Types Of Signals 221 Electrical Disturbances 221 AM Reception 221 FM Reception 221 䡵 Sales Code RES AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player MP3 AUX Jack 222 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 222 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 228 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 23...

Page 203: ... 247 Info Button Disc Mode For MP3 WMA Play 247 䡵 Sales Code RER Multimedia System If Equipped 250 Operating Instructions Satellite Radio 251 Operating Instructions Hands Free Communication UConnect威 If Equipped 251 Clock Setting Procedure 251 䡵 Satellite Radio If Equipped REN REQ RER RES Radios Only 253 System Activation 254 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 254 Select...

Page 204: ...ainment System VES威 If Equipped 258 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 258 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 258 䡵 Climate Controls 259 Manual Heater Only 259 Manual Air Conditioning And Heating System If Equipped 261 Air Conditioning 264 Operating Tips 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 4 ...

Page 205: ...RUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 1 Air Outlet 6 Climate Controls 2 Instrument Cluster 7 Power Outlet 3 Horn 8 Lower Switch Bank 4 Radio 9 Auxiliary Power Outlet 5 Glove Box 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 206: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 4 ...

Page 207: ...ht should come on for three seconds when the ignition is first turned ON If the light comes back on immediately or comes on while driving it means that there is a problem with the charging system or the battery is low Also a chime will sound if the light comes back on See your authorized dealer immediately 3 Front Fog Light Indicator Light If Equipped This light shows when the front fog lights are...

Page 208: ...hecked by your autho rized dealer If the warning light comes on and remains on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORRECTED Also a single chime will sound 10 High Beam Indicator Light This light shows that the headlights are on high beam Push the multifunction control lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam Pull th...

Page 209: ...is light illumi nates to indicate function check at vehicle start up If the light remains on after start up or comes on and stays on at road speeds it may indicate that the ABS has detected a malfunction or has become inoperative The system reverts to standard non anti lock brakes If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light are on see your authorized dealer immediately Refer to Anti ...

Page 210: ...le Security Alarm in Section 2 of this manual 18 Coolant Temperature Gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature The red zone to the far right indicates possible overheat ing Seek your authorized dealer immediately if the gauge operates in the red zone On U S vehicles the temperature is indicated in degrees fahrenheit and on Canadian vehicles in degrees centigrade 19 Cruise Indicator Light This lig...

Page 211: ...nflation 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 pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accord ingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your t...

Page 212: ... vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replace ment or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established f...

Page 213: ...ved from the Integrated Power Mod ule will display in the odometer Change Oil Message 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...

Page 214: ... vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving styles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing When the engine is running the Malfunction Indicator Light may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if t...

Page 215: ...ning If the ESP BAS Warning Light comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system If this light stays illuminated have the ESP and BAS checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible Refer to Electronic Brake Control System in Section 3 for more information 30 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Warning Light If Equipped This ligh...

Page 216: ...hecked by your autho rized dealer 31 Compass Mini Trip Computer Display If Equipped When the appropriate conditions exist this display shows the Mini Trip Computer messages Refer to Mini Trip Computer later in this section 32 Compass Mini Trip Computer Button If Equipped Press this button to switch between the different func tions COMPASS AND TRIP COMPUTER IF EQUIPPED This feature located on the i...

Page 217: ...onditions can be reset AVG ECO changes to present fuel economy ET Trip Conditions Average Fuel Economy AVG ECO This display shows the average fuel economy since the last reset Estimated Range DTE This display shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank This esti mated distance is based on the most recent trip informa tion Average Fuel Economy x Fuel Remain...

Page 218: ...t compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing WARNING Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32 F 0 C the road surface may be icy particularly in woods or on bridges Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per sonal injury or property damage Compass Calibration The Automatic Compass Calibration feature eliminates the need for oper...

Page 219: ...ion NOTE Before attempting a manual compass calibra tion the engine must be running and the transmission in the PARK position if equipped If the compass seems in error or erratic you may wish to manually recalibrate the compass To manually calibrate the compass you must first enter the variance mode Press and hold the left button located on the instrument cluster for approximately 10 seconds to en...

Page 220: ... instrument cluster for approximately 10 seconds to enter the variance mode and release the button when the VAR symbol appears The current variance value will also be displayed To change the zone press the left button once to increment the zone The default is Zone 8 After Zone 15 the values will wrap around to Zone 1 When the correct zone is displayed per the Compass Variance Zone Map for the zone...

Page 221: ... provide excellent reception under most operating conditions Like any system however automo tive radios have performance limitations due to mobile operation and natural phenomena which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning To help you understand and save you concern about these ap parent malfunctions you must understand a point or two about the transmission and reception of...

Page 222: ...e frequency variations that carry the FM signal AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplitude so AM reception can be disrupted by such things as lightning power lines and neon signs FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia tions interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out leaving the reception relatively clear which is the major feature of FM r...

Page 223: ... a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK butt...

Page 224: ... button to operate the Hands Free Phone UConnect威 feature if equipped Refer to Hands Free Communication UConnect威 in Section 3 If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With UConnect message will display on the radio screen Phone Button UConnect威 Hands Free Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Hands Free Phone UConnect威 featu...

Page 225: ...TUP button use the TUNE SCROLL control to select SET CLOCK and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio press the SETUP button and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station one with call letters displayed The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast from an FM station FM m...

Page 226: ...a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to ...

Page 227: ...rm Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Program Type 16 Digit Character Display 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 Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed the radio...

Page 228: ...To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory press the SET button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 to 6 you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but ton the station will continue to play but will not...

Page 229: ...W compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks Inserting Compact Disc s Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display If a CD does not go into the slot more than an inch 2 5 cm a disc may already be loaded and must be ejected befor...

Page 230: ...econds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF NOTE Ejecting with ignition OFF is not allowed on convertible or soft top models if equipped SEEK Button Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning of the current selecti...

Page 231: ...e compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran domly selected track Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files however acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited When writing MP3 files pay attention to the following restric tions Supporte...

Page 232: ...xtension Level 2 31 including a separator and a three character extension Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files including MP3 files Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after writing are most likely multisession discs The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result...

Page 233: ...Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded the radio checks all files on the medium If the medium contains a lot of folders or files the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following Media CD RW media may take longer to load than CD R media Medium formats Multisession discs may take longer to...

Page 234: ... elapsed time priority mode Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and the radio will display song titles for each file Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds to return to elapsed time display Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette play...

Page 235: ...nect威 in Section 3 Operating Instructions Satellite Radio Mode If Equipped Refer to Satellite Radio in this section Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System VES威 If Equipped Refer to separate Video Entertainment System VES威 Guide SALES CODE REQ AM FM STEREO RADIO AND 6 DISC CD DVD CHANGER MP3 WMA AUX JACK NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate...

Page 236: ... 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 station in AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequencies pausing for five seconds at each li...

Page 237: ...ntil the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob 3 After adjusting the hours press the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save the time change 5 To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds The c...

Page 238: ...ay Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid range tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the rig...

Page 239: ...the following format types Program Type 16 Digit Character Display No program type or undefined None Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R B Religious Mu...

Page 240: ...select between the following items NOTE Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to scroll through the entries Push 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 playi...

Page 241: ...R1 or IR2 wireless headphones by pressing the AUDIO SELECT button if equipped Set Home Clock Pressing the SELECT button allows you to set the clock Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob again to save changes Player Defaults Selecting this item will allow the user to scroll ...

Page 242: ... disc You can select a language not listed by scrolling down and selecting other Enter the country code using the TUNE SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select the number and then push to select Subtitles If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose between subtitle Off or On Audio DRC If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio dynamic range The default is...

Page 243: ...not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but ton the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second station to each pushbutton 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...

Page 244: ...until 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 pushbutton with the corresponding number 1 6 where the CD is being loaded The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and pro...

Page 245: ...e 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 you to scroll through the 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 ch...

Page 246: ...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 and a three character extension Level 2 31 including a separator and a ...

Page 247: ... 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 Specifica tio...

Page 248: ...sc 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 SCROLL control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE SCROLL control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next folder in sequence if the selection doe...

Page 249: ...y device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE The AUX device must be turned on and the device s volume set to the 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 Pre...

Page 250: ...stem VES威 If Equipped Refer to separate Video Entertainment System VES威 Guide Dolby威 Manufactured under license from Dolby威 Laboratories Dolby威 and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby威 Laboratories Macrovision 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 b...

Page 251: ...l Positioning System GPS based navigation system with an integrated color screen to provide maps turn identi fication selection menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destinations and routes A shared HDD for the navigation system the database and other radio features allows uploads of music and photos from CDs or through the USB port The Gracenote database finds the artist track and tit...

Page 252: ...rocedure The GPS receiver in this system is synchronized to the time data being transmitted by the GPS satellites The satellites clock is Greenwich Mean Time GMT This is the worldwide standard for time This makes the sys tem s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone and daylight savings information is set Changing the Time Zone 1 Turn on the multimedia system 2 Touch the screen where th...

Page 253: ... 3 When this feature is on a check mark will appear in the box next to the words Daylight Savings Touch the screen where the words Daylight Savings are dis played to change the current setting Setting the User Clock If you wish to set the clock to a time different from the system clock you can manually adjust the time by performing the following 1 Turn on the multimedia system 2 Touch the screen w...

Page 254: ...nge the current setting 1 Turn on the multimedia system 2 Touch the screen where the time 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 SATELLITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED REN REQ RER...

Page 255: ...ormation available when calling 1 The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 2 Your Vehicle Identification Number To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access With RES REQ Radios With the ignition switch in the ON RUN or ACC posi tion and the radio ON press the SETUP button and scroll using the TUNE SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is selected Press t...

Page 256: ...ted due to one of the following reasons The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage Operating Instructions Satellite Mode...

Page 257: ...n the direction of the arrows TUNE Control Rotary Turn the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected Toggle ...

Page 258: ...n the channel will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second channel to each pushbutton 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 This allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory The channels stored in S...

Page 259: ...tore the disc in its case after playing 6 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight 7 Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high 8 Do not play discs that are small in size or have irregular shapes RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the cellular phone being ON in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be les...

Page 260: ... from several pat terns of air distribution You can select either a primary mode as identified by the symbols or a blend of two of these modes The closer the control is to a particular mode the more air distribu tion you receive from that mode Panel Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow Bi Level Air is directed through the panel...

Page 261: ...maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets Use this mode with maxi mum fan and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting Blower Control Use this control center rotary knob to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select The fan speed increases as...

Page 262: ...s of the instrument panel and two are located in the center of the instrument panel These registers can be closed to partially block airflow and they can be adjusted to direct airflow where the occupant desires Mode Control The mode control allows you to choose from several pat terns of air distribution You can select either a primary mode as identified by the symbols or a blend of two of these mo...

Page 263: ...cted through the floor defrost and side window demist outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at the windshield This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets Use this mode with maxi mum fan and temperature settings for best windshield an...

Page 264: ... 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 air flow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance Recirculation Control Press this button to choose be tween outside air intake or recir culation of the air in...

Page 265: ...sition NOTE The Recirculate mode will not operate in floor mix or defrost modes Air Conditioning Normal Operation Press this button to engage the air conditioning A lamp will illumi nate when the air conditioning system is engaged Once the air conditioning is engaged use a combination of the mode control fan speed control and tempera ture control to achieve your de sired interior temperature NOTE ...

Page 266: ...ill fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it s rainy or humid In most cases turning on the air conditioning pressing the snowflake button will clear the fog Adjust the temperature control air direction and blower speed to maintain comfort As the temperature gets colder it may be necessary to direct air onto the windshield...

Page 267: ...ddi tional engine cooling may be required If this situation is encountered operate the transmission in a lower gear to increase engine RPM coolant flow and fan speed When stopped in heavy traffic it may be necessary to shift into NEUTRAL N and depress the accelerator slightly for fast idle operation to increase coolant flow and fan speed Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter...

Page 268: ...ld Weather Below 20 F Or 29 C 272 If Engine Fails To Start 273 After Starting 274 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 275 䡵 Manual Transmission 275 Shifting 276 Downshifting 277 Reverse Shifting 278 䡵 Automatic Transmission 279 Shift Lock Manual Override 279 Brake Transmission Interlock System 281 Automatic Transmission With Overdrive 281 5 ...

Page 269: ...ct If Equipped 292 䡵 On Road Driving Tips 294 䡵 Off Road Driving Tips 294 Side Step Removal If Equipped 294 The Basics Of Off Road Driving 296 When To Use 4L Low Range 297 Simultaneous Brake And Throttle Operation 297 Driving In Snow Mud And Sand 297 Crossing Obstacles Rocks And Other High Points 299 Hill Climbing 301 Driving Through Water 304 After Driving Off Road 307 䡵 Parking Brake 308 䡵 Anti ...

Page 270: ...26 Life Of Tire 326 Replacement Tires 327 Alignment And Balance 328 䡵 Tire Chains 329 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 329 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 330 Base System 333 General Information 335 䡵 Fuel Requirements 336 Reformulated Gasoline 336 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 337 MMT In Gasoline 337 Materials Added To Fuel 338 Fuel System Cautions 338 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 339 䡵 Adding Fuel 34...

Page 271: ...s 345 Trailer Hitch Classification 348 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 348 Trailer And Trailer Tongue Weight 352 Towing Requirements 353 Towing Tips 357 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 359 Towing 2WD Models 359 Towing 4WD Models 360 270 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 272: ...he clutch pedal is pressed to the floor 4WD Models Only In 4L mode this vehicle will start regardless of whether or not the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor This feature enhances off road performance by allowing the vehicle to start when in 4L without having to depress the clutch pedal The 4WD Indicator Light will illuminate when the transfer case has been shifted into this mode Automatic Tran...

Page 273: ...ages The starter motor will continue to run but will automatically disengage itself when the engine is running If the engine fails to start the starter will disengage automatically in 10 seconds If this occurs turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the normal starting procedure Extreme Cold Weather below 20 F or 29 C To ensure reliable starting at these tem...

Page 274: ...r to Section 6 of this manual for proper jump starting procedures and follow them carefully Without Tip Start Manual Transmission Only If the engine fails to start after you have followed the Normal Starting or Extreme Cold Weather proce dures it may be flooded Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine This should clear any excess fuel in case ...

Page 275: ... it Then turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages The starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 seconds Once this occurs release the accelerator pedal turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the normal starting procedure CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying aga...

Page 276: ... AC electrical cord could cause electrocution Use the heater when temperatures below 0 F 18 C are expected to last for several days MANUAL TRANSMISSION WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied The parking brake should al ways be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle especially on an incline CAUTION Never drive...

Page 277: ... always use 1st gear when starting from a standing position if under heavy load or when pulling a trailer Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for both fuel economy and performance it should be upshifted as listed in recommended shift speed chart Shift at the vehicle speeds listed for acceleration When heavily loaded or pulling a trailer these recommende...

Page 278: ...t time provides better acceleration when you desire to resume speed Downshift progressively Do not skip gears to avoid overspeeding the engine and clutch WARNING Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid CAUTION When descending a hill be very careful to downshift one gear at a time to prevent overspeeding ...

Page 279: ...mplete stop Depress the clutch and pause briefly to allow the gear train to stop rotating Beginning from the NEUTRAL position move the shift lever in one quick smooth motion straight across and into the REVERSE area the driver will feel a firm click as the shifter passes the knock over Complete the shift by pulling the shift lever into REVERSE The knock over prevents the driver from accidentally e...

Page 280: ...orward gear when the engine is above idle speed Before shifting into any gear make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal WARNING It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or 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 reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someo...

Page 281: ...ke 2 Using a flat blade screwdriver carefully remove the shift lock manual override cover which is located on the PRNDL bezel above the PARK position 3 Depress and maintain 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 Depress the shifter release button and shift into NEU TRAL 6 The vehicle may then be sta...

Page 282: ...efore moving the shift lever out of PARK Automatic Transmission with Overdrive Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or 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 shift lever between these gears Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL position into anot...

Page 283: ...e WARNING It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or 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 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 right foot is firmly on the brake pedal...

Page 284: ...omatically shift from DRIVE to OVERDRIVE if the following conditions are present The shift lever is in DRIVE The O D OFF switch has not been activated Vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph 48 km h When frequent transmission shifting occurs while using Overdrive such as when operating the vehicle under heavy load conditions for example in hilly terrain strong head winds or trailer towing turn...

Page 285: ...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 CAUTION Before moving the shift lever out of PARK you must turn the ignition from LOCK so the steering wheel and shift lever are released Otherwise damage to steering column or shift lever could result Never race the ...

Page 286: ...ages FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION COMMAND TRAC OR ROCK TRAC IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions Precautions The transfer case provides four mode positions 2H Two wheel drive high range 4H Four wheel drive high range N Neutral and 4L Four wheel drive low range The transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2H position for normal street and highway conditions such as hard surfaced roads In the event...

Page 287: ... front or rear wheels are spinning The transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer and the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for a shift to take place Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case When operating your vehicle in 4L the engine speed will be approximately three times four times for Rubicon models that of the 2H or 4...

Page 288: ...e Shift Positions For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below 2H Position This range is used for normal street and highway driving Hard surfaced roads 4H Position This range locks the front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed This range 4H provides additional traction for loo...

Page 289: ... slippery road surfaces only Do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h The 4WD Indicator Light located in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the transfer case is shifted into the 4L position Shifting Procedure 2H to 4H or 4H to 2H Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion If the vehicle is in motion shifts can be made up to 50 mph 80 km h With the vehicle in motion t...

Page 290: ...n to occur The preferred method is with the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4L with the vehicle moving faster than 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h WARNING Failure to engage a position completely can cause transfer case damage or loss of power and vehicle control You could have an injury accident Do not drive the vehicle unless the transfer case is fully eng...

Page 291: ... never run the engine with one rear wheel off the ground The vehicle may drive through the rear wheel remaining on the ground and cause you to lose control of your vehicle AXLE LOCK TRU LOK RUBICON MODELS The AXLE LOCK switch is located on the lower switch bank below the climate controls This feature will only activate when the following con ditions are met Key in ignition vehicle in 4L Low range ...

Page 292: ...AXLE LOCK switch Axle lock will disengage if the vehicle is taken out of 4L Low range or the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position REAR AXLE LOCK 4WD NON RUBICON MODELS IF EQUIPPED The REAR AXLE LOCK switch is located on the lower switch bank below the climate controls This feature will only activate when the following con ditions are met Key in ignition vehicle in 4L Low range Vehicle spe...

Page 293: ...t suspension travel in off road situations This system is controlled by the electronic control SWAY BAR switch located on the lower switch bank below the climate controls Press the SWAY BAR switch to activate the system Press the switch again to deactivate the system The Sway Bar Indicator Light located in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the bar is disconnected The Sway Bar Indicator L...

Page 294: ...elow 14 mph 22 km h the system will once again attempt to return to off road mode To disconnect the stabilizer sway bar shift to either 4H or 4L refer to Four Wheel Drive Operation in this section and press the SWAY BAR switch to obtain the off road position The Sway Bar Indicator Light will flash until the stabilizer sway bar has been fully disconnected NOTE The stabilizer sway bar may be torque ...

Page 295: ...em a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional two wheel drive vehicles any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfacto rily in off road conditions If at all possible avoid sharp turns or abrupt ...

Page 296: ...2 Remove one bolt from underside of vehicle 3 Remove side step assembly STARTING AND OPERATING 295 5 ...

Page 297: ...posture Avoid sudden accelerations turns or braking In most cases there are no road signs posted speed limits or signal lights Therefore you will need to use your own good judgment on what is safe and what isn t When on a trail you should always be looking ahead for surface obstacles and changes in terrain The key is to plan your future driving route while remembering what you are currently drivin...

Page 298: ...light throttle will keep the vehicle from jerking or lurching This technique is also used when you need to stop and restart a vehicle on a steep incline Driving In Snow Mud and Sand Snow In heavy snow or for additional control and traction at slower speeds shift the transmission into a low gear and the transfer case into 4L Low if necessary Don t shift to a lower gear than necessary to maintain he...

Page 299: ...tire pressure When crossing soft sandy spots in a trail maintain your vehicle s momentum and do not stop The key to driving in soft sand is using the appropriate tire pressure accelerating slowly avoiding abrupt maneu vers and maintaining the vehicle s momentum If you are going to be driving on large soft sandy areas or dunes reduce your tire pressure to a minimum of 15 psi 103 kPa to allow for a ...

Page 300: ...h could cause you to loose control of your vehicle Using A Spotter There are many times where it is hard to see the obstacle or determine the correct path Determining the correct path can be extremely difficult when you are confronting many obstacles In these cases have someone guide you over through or around the obstacle Have the person stand a safe distance in front of you where they can see th...

Page 301: ... cross any large obstacle with steep sides at an angle great enough to put the vehicle at risk of a rollover If you get caught in a rut dig a small trench to the right or left at a 45 degree angle ahead of the front tires Use the removed dirt to fill the rut ahead of the turnout you just created You should now be able to drive out following the trench you just created at a 45 degree angle WARNING ...

Page 302: ...ehicle down You can also try rocking the vehicle or winching the vehicle off the object CAUTION Winching or rocking the vehicle off hard objects increases the risk of underbody damage Hill Climbing Hill climbing requires good judgment and a good under standing of your abilities and your vehicle s limitations Hills can cause serious problems Some are just too steep to climb and should not be attemp...

Page 303: ... crest of the hill ease off the throttle and slowly proceed over the top If the wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of a hill ease off the accelerator and maintain headway by turning the steering wheel no more than a 1 4 turn quickly back and forth This will provide a fresh bite into the surface and will usually provide enough traction to complete the climb If you do not make it to the ...

Page 304: ... necessary know your vehicle s abilities Driving across an incline places more weight on the downhill wheels which increases the possibilities of a downhill slide or rollover Make sure the surface has good traction with firm and stable soils If possible transverse the incline at an angle heading slightly up or down WARNING Driving across an incline increases the risk of a rollover which may result...

Page 305: ...ved You should tread lightly and avoid damage to the environment You should know your vehicles abilities and be able to recover it if some thing goes wrong You should never stop or shut a vehicle off when crossing deep water unless you ingested water into the engine air intake If the engine stalls do not attempt to restart it Determine if it has ingested water first The key to any crossing is low ...

Page 306: ...on any wildlife and you can recover the vehicle if necessary The key to a safe crossing is the water depth current and bottom conditions On soft bottoms the vehicle will sink in effectively increas ing the water level on the vehicle Be sure to consider this when determining the depth and the ability to safely cross Crossing Puddles Pools Flooded Areas Or Other Standing Water Puddles pools flooded ...

Page 307: ...er water currents in depths greater than the vehicle s running ground clearance You should never attempt to cross flowing water which is deeper than the vehicle s running ground clearance Even the slowest current can push the heaviest vehicle down stream out of control if the water is deep enough to push on the large surface area of the vehicle s body Before you proceed determine the speed of the ...

Page 308: ...ese things could be a fire hazard They might hide damage to fuel lines brake hoses axle pinion seals and propeller shafts After extended operation in mud sand water or similar dirty conditions have the radiator brake ro tors wheels brake linings and axle yokes inspected and cleaned as soon as possible WARNING Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable bra...

Page 309: ...etely NOTE The instrument cluster Brake Warning Light indicates only that the parking brake is applied You must be sure the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked and the shift lever is in the PARK position automatic trans mission or REVERSE or 1st gear manual transmission When parking on a hill you should apply the parking bra...

Page 310: ... leave the key in the ignition A child could operate power win dows other controls or move the vehicle 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 ma...

Page 311: ...ns during the self test and during an ABS stop to provide the regulated hydraulic pressure The motor pump makes a low humming noise during operation this is normal During off road use loss of traction can temporarily defeat the system and cause the warning light to illumi nate Turn the ignition OFF and ON again to restore Anti Lock Brake System function WARNING Pumping of the Anti Lock Brakes will...

Page 312: ...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 aftermarket radios or telephones NOTE During severe braking conditions a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard This is no...

Page 313: ...in cold weather the power steering pump may make noise for a short amount of time This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal and it does not in any way damage the steering system WARNING Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others Service should be obtained as soon as possible CAUTION ...

Page 314: ... 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have t...

Page 315: ...k tire based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Millimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section Width in Inches in R Construction Code R means Radial Construction D means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in 314 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 316: ...itions ie tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL Extra Load or Reinforced Tire Light Load Light Load Tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum Load indicates the maximum lo...

Page 317: ...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 318: ...Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location Tire Placard Location Two Door Models Tire Placard Location Four Door Models STARTING AND OPERATING 317 5 ...

Page 319: ...e to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of this manual Refer to Vehicle Loading in this section NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWRs for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded For further information on GAWRs vehicle loading and trail...

Page 320: ...lable cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 295 kg since 5 x 150 750 and 1400 750 650 lbs 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult th...

Page 321: ...320 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 322: ...ires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems You could lose control of your vehicle Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle h...

Page 323: ...a need for earlier tire replacement Under inflation also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consump tion Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures Tire Placard Location Two Door Models 322 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 324: ...from entering the valve stem which could damage the Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mi 1 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed th...

Page 325: ...sures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits Where speed limits or condi tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera tion Refer to original equipment or an autho...

Page 326: ...cause of sidewall flexing Consult your authorized dealer for radial tire repairs Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 35 mph 55 km h WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure some one Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster...

Page 327: ...grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 inch 2 mm When the indicators appear in two or more adjacent grooves the tire should be replaced Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven 326 STARTING AND OPERATING...

Page 328: ...for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed see the paragraph on tread wear indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa tion placard for the size designation of your tire The service description and load identification will be found on the orig...

Page 329: ...ty other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having 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 i...

Page 330: ...by the chain manufacturer Follow tire chain manufacturer s instructions for mounting chains Install chains snugly and tighten after 0 6 mi 1 km of driving Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h Drive cautiously avoiding large bumps potholes and extreme driving maneuvers TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering handl...

Page 331: ...d cold placard pressure The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi 6 9 kPa for every 12 F 6 5 C This means that when the outside temperature decreases the tire pressure will decrease Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure This is defined as the tire pressure after a vehicle has not been driven for more than three hours or driven less than 1 mi 1 k...

Page 332: ...n guish once the updated tire pressures have been received The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph 25 km h to receive this information For example your vehicle may have a recommended cold parked for more than three hours air pressure of 35 psi 241 kPa If the ambient temperature is 68 F 20 C and the measured tire pressure is 30 psi 207 kPa a temperature drop to 20 F 7 C ...

Page 333: ...ON After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent mois ture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor NOTE The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance nor to provide warning of a tire failure or condition The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjus...

Page 334: ...eck the tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintain the proper pressure The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS consists of the following components Receiver Module Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light A tire pressure monitoring sensor is located in the spare wheel if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full size spare wheel and tire asse...

Page 335: ...ices or driving 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 If your vehicle is equipped with a matching full size spare wheel and tire a...

Page 336: ...nd off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the spare tire the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF as long as no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires The vehicle may need to be driven for up t...

Page 337: ... Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of gasoline before consid ering service for the vehicle Over 40 auto manufacturer s worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications the World wide Fuel Charter WWFC to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions perform...

Page 338: ...el system components Problems that result from using methanol gasoline blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol it does not have the negative effects of Methanol MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num ber Gasoline blended with MMT offers no performance a...

Page 339: ...dditional cost Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle s performance The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor mance and damage the emission control system An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic ...

Page 340: ...aust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh outside air into the vehicle Guard again...

Page 341: ...d If the system detects a malfunction the gASCAP message will display in the odometer display Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off 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 ...

Page 342: ...ozzle 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 when the engine is running This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula tions and will cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on NOTE Tighten the gas cap about 1 4 turn until you hear one click This is...

Page 343: ...ates the month day and hour of manufacture The bar code that appears on the bottom of the label is your VIN Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle including driver passengers vehicle options trailer tongue weight and cargo The label also specifies maxi mum capacities of front and rear axle systems GAWR Total load must be limited so GVWR and front ...

Page 344: ...ht of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids including vehicle fuel at full capacity conditions and with no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle The front and rear curb weight values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are added Loading The actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear of your...

Page 345: ...not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles This could cause you to lose control Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your v...

Page 346: ... measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination Note that GCWR ratings include a 150 lbs 68 kg allowance for the presence of a driver Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the ma...

Page 347: ...int of the vehicle This kind of hitch is the most popular on the market today and is commonly used to tow small and medium sized trailers Weight Distributing Hitch A weight distributing hitch system works by applying leverage through spring load bars It is typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle s front axle and the trailer axle s When used in accord...

Page 348: ...r formance and could result in an accident Weight Distributing Hitch Systems may not be com patible with Surge Brake Couplers Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for additional information Weight Distributing Hitch System STARTING AND OPERATING 347 5 ...

Page 349: ... Weight Ratings chart for the Max GTW towable for your given drivetrain Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max GTW Gross Trailer Wt Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings tow...

Page 350: ...2 Door X Model 4WD 6 032 lbs 2 736 kg 25 sq ft 2 32 sq m 2 000 lbs 907 kg 200 lbs 91 kg 3 8L Manual 3 21 2 Door Sahara Model 4WD 5 163 lbs 2 342 kg 25 sq ft 2 32 sq m 1 000 lbs 453 kg 100 lbs 45 kg 3 8L Manual 3 73 2 Door Sahara Model 4WD 6 163 lbs 2 795 kg 25 sq ft 2 32 sq m 2 000 lbs 907 kg 200 lbs 91 kg 3 8L Automatic 3 73 2 Door Sahara Model 4WD 6 163 lbs 2 795 kg 25 sq ft 2 32 sq m 2 000 lbs ...

Page 351: ...500 lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 3 8L Manual 3 21 4 Door Sahara Model 2WD 5 277 lbs 2 394 kg 32 sq ft 2 97 sq m 1 000 lbs 453 kg 100 lbs 45 kg 3 8L Manual 3 73 4 Door Sahara Model 2WD 7 777 lbs 3 527 kg 32 sq ft 2 97 sq m 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 3 8L Automatic 3 73 4 Door Sahara Model 2WD 7 803 lbs 3 539 kg 32 sq ft 2 97 sq m 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 3 8L Manual 3 21 4 Door X Mod...

Page 352: ...7 sq m 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 3 8L Manual 4 10 4 Door Rubi con Model 4WD 8 059 lbs 3 655 kg 32 sq ft 2 97 sq m 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 3 8L Automatic 4 10 4 Door Rubi con Model 4WD 8 104 lbs 3 676 kg 32 sq ft 2 97 sq m 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds NOTE The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combine...

Page 353: ...r can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer accidents Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle The trailer tongue weight The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle The weight of the d...

Page 354: ...cargo for your vehicle Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle driv etrain components the following guidelines are recom mended NOTE Trailer towing requires special rear axle lubri cant Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Section 7 for more information CAUTION Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 mi 805 km of vehicle operation Doing so may damage your veh...

Page 355: ...ion chas sis structure or tires Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade When parking apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle Put the tow vehicle automat...

Page 356: ...ck the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to the Tires General Information section of this manual for the proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to the Tires General Infor mation section for proper tire replacement proce dures Replacing tires with a higher load carr...

Page 357: ...is could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hy draulic brake lines It can overload your brake sys tem and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis tance When towing you should allow for ...

Page 358: ...to the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustration Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip practice turning stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic 4 Pin Connector STARTING AND OPERATING 357 5 ...

Page 359: ...a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation Refer to the Main tenance Schedule in Section 8 of this manual for trans mission fluid change intervals NOTE Check the automatic transmission fluid level before towing Towing Tips O D Off To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat ing select the O D OFF feature when driving in hilly areas or shift the transmission to DRIVE pos...

Page 360: ...AL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC CAUTION Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing Towing 2WD Models Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the rear drive shaft is removed See your authorized dealer or refer to the Service Manual Towing with the rear wheels on the ground ...

Page 361: ...tic transmission into NEUTRAL or de press clutch pedal on manual transmission 3 Shift transfer case lever into N Neutral 4 Start engine 5 Shift automatic transmission into DRIVE or manual transmission into gear 6 Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement 7 Shut the engine off and place the ignition key into the ACC position 8 Shift automatic transmission into PARK 9 Apply pa...

Page 362: ...esired position 3 Shift automatic transmission into DRIVE or release clutch on manual transmissions NOTE When shifting out of transfer case N Neutral on automatic transmission equipped vehicles turning the engine off may be required to avoid gear clash WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N Neutral position without first fully eng...

Page 363: ...CAUTION Do not use a bumper mounted clamp on tow bar on your vehicle The bumper face bar will be damaged 362 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 364: ...hers 364 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats 365 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing 366 Jack Location 366 Spare Tire Stowage 367 Preparations For Jacking 367 Jacking Instructions 368 䡵 Jump Starting 371 䡵 Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped 374 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 374 6 ...

Page 365: ...ar the road It warns other drivers to steer clear of you and your vehicle This is an emergency warning system not to be used when the vehicle is in motion To activate the warning flashers press the switch on the lower switch bank below the climate controls To turn the warning flashers off press the switch again NOTE With extended use the flasher may wear down your battery Hazard Warning Switch 364...

Page 366: ... 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 HOT H pull over and stop t...

Page 367: ...vehicle take it to a service center where 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 jack and lug wrench are located in the rear storage compartment Refer to Storage in Section 3 of...

Page 368: ...e and shift automatic transmission into PARK or manual transmission into REVERSE Turn OFF the ignition WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Turn on the hazard warning flashers Refer to Hazard Warning Flashers in this section Block both the front and re...

Page 369: ...K or a manual transmission into REVERSE Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic To assure that spare tires fla...

Page 370: ...n to lug wrench 4 Operate jack from the front or the rear of the vehicle Place the jack under the axle tube as shown Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximu...

Page 371: ...g the jack screw to the left and remove the jack and wheel blocks 9 Finish tightening the lug nuts Push down on the wrench while tightening for increased leverage Alternate nuts until each nut has been tightened twice Correct wheel nut tightness is 95 ft lbs 130 N m If in doubt about the correct tightness have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station 10 R...

Page 372: ...n over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush contaminated area immediately with large quantities of water A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam mable and explosive Keep flame or spark away from the vent holes Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source that has a greater than 12 volt system i e Do not u...

Page 373: ... of the discharged battery WARNING Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result 5 Connect the other cable first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery Make sure you have a good contact on the engine 6 Start the engine in the vehicle which has the boo...

Page 374: ...to start your vehicle by pushing or towing Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharge battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode During cold weather when temperatures are be low freezing point electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze Do not attempt jump starting because the battery could rupture or explode The battery temperature must be bro...

Page 375: ...damage your vehicle Tow straps are recommended when towing the vehicle chains may cause vehicle damage WARNING Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks Tow straps and chains may break causing serious injury TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE The manufacturer recommends towing with all four wheels OFF the ground Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle...

Page 376: ...e Programs 380 䡵 Replacement Parts 382 䡵 Authorized Dealer Service 382 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 383 Engine Oil 383 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tension 386 Spark Plugs 386 Catalytic Converter 386 Crankcase Emission Control System 388 Fuel Filter 388 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 389 Maintenance Free Battery 389 Air Conditioner Maintenance 390 Power Steering Fluid Check 391 7 ...

Page 377: ... Fluid Manual Transmission 403 Manual Transmission 403 Transfer Case 404 Front Rear Axle Fluid 405 Maintenance After Off Road Driving 405 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 406 䡵 Fuses Totally Integrated Power Module 413 䡵 Vehicle Storage 419 䡵 Replacement Bulbs If Equipped 420 䡵 Bulb Replacement 420 Head Light 420 Front Park Turn Signal 421 Front Side Marker 422 Front Fog Light 422 Rea...

Page 378: ... Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL 423 䡵 Fluid Capacities 424 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 424 Engine 424 Chassis 425 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 7 ...

Page 379: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3 8L 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 380: ...tor 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 authorized 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 ec...

Page 381: ... Light Resolving the problem will turn the Malfunction Indicator Light off EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle s emissions control system Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration For states that require an Inspection and Mainte nance I M this check verifies the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL...

Page 382: ...the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD II system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I M station b The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition key or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD II system is ready and you can proceed to the I M station If your OBD II system is not ready you should see your authorized deal...

Page 383: ...alified service person nel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these Service manuals before attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING You ca...

Page 384: ...d or suspected Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle s engine the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy ...

Page 385: ...Chrysler 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 3 8L Engines SAE 5W 20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures This engine oil improves low temperature starting...

Page 386: ...g of Used Engine Oil Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil from your vehicle Used oil indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your authorized dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change E...

Page 387: ...o check belt routing to make sure there is no inter ference between the belts and other engine components Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor mance and emission control New plugs should be in stalled at the mileage specified in the Maintenance Sched ule Refer to Section 8 of this manual The entire set should be replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spa...

Page 388: ...e WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your 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 scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal...

Page 389: ...can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Crankcase Emission Control System Proper operation of this system depends on freedom from sticking or plugging due to deposits As vehicle mileage builds up the PCV valve and passages may accumulate deposits If a valve is not working properly replace it with a new valve DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE Check ventilation hose for indi...

Page 390: ...intenance free battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic main tenance required WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories con tain lead and lead compounds Always wash hands after handling the battery 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...

Page 391: ... the 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 further warranty information The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure To avoid risk of persona...

Page 392: ...e apparent and or the system is not functioning as antici pated Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho rized DaimlerChrysler Dealership WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only the manufacturer s recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid ...

Page 393: ...od latch release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year preferably in the Fall and Spring Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a s...

Page 394: ...erature range of your climate This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers WARNING Commercial windshield washer solvents are flam mable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system I...

Page 395: ...refilled with fresh antifreeze 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 engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection ...

Page 396: ...bricants and Genuine Parts in this section for correct antifreeze coolant type CAUTION Mixing of antifreeze coolants other than the speci fied HOAT antifreeze coolants may result in en gine damage and may decrease corrosion protec tion If a non HOAT antifreeze coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emer gency it should be replaced with the specified antifreeze coolant as soon as possi...

Page 397: ... distilled water Use higher concentrations not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 34 F 37 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 ...

Page 398: ... To prevent ingestion by animals or children do not store ethylene glycol based antifreeze coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Clean up any ground spills im mediately Engine Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate With the engine id...

Page 399: ... freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If antifreeze coolant needs to be added contents of coolant recov ery bottle must also be protected against freezing If frequent antifreeze coolant additions are required or if the level in the recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks Maintain antifreeze coolant concen...

Page 400: ...ear Ensure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present Components should be replaced immedi ately if there is any evidence of degradation that could cause failure Brake System In order to assure brake system performance all brake system components should be inspected periodic...

Page 401: ...ks are present NOTE Inspection of brake hoses should be done when ever the brake system is serviced and every engine oil change WARNING Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure You could have an accident If you see any signs of cracking scuffing or worn spots have the brake hoses replaced immediately Brake Master Cylinder Brake Fluid Level Check Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Par...

Page 402: ...ssion fluid be maintained at the pre scribed level using the recommended fluid CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer s recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to Fluids Lubric...

Page 403: ...lid coating of oil is seen on both sides of the dipstick If the fluid is low add as required into the dipstick tube Do not overfill After adding any quantity of oil through the dipstick tube wait a minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain into the transmission before rechecking the fluid level NOTE If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature the fluid leve...

Page 404: ...tomatic Transmission Fluid ATF is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple mental additives Therefore do not add any fluid addi tives to the transmission The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks In addition avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission The...

Page 405: ...e fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle Fluid changes are not necessary unless the lubricant has become contaminated with water If con taminated with water the fluid should be changed im mediately Transfer Case Fluid Level Check The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the fill hole A when the vehicle is in a level position Adding Flui...

Page 406: ...bricant should be at bottom edge of the oil fill hole Adding Fluid Add lubricant only at the fill hole and only to the level specified above Selection of Lubricant Use only manufacturer s recommended fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section for the correct fluid type Maintenance After Off Road Driving After extended operation in mud sand or water or similar dirty conditio...

Page 407: ...mpartment for mud or debris and clean as required A plugged tube will adversely affect air conditioning performance CAUTION Under frequent heavy duty driving conditions change all lubricants and lubricate body compo nents more often than in normal service to prevent excessive wear Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requiremen...

Page 408: ... Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near sea coast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Bird droppings Washing Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using MOPAR威 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 MOPAR威 Super Kleen Bug and...

Page 409: ...n the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil ity of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de i...

Page 410: ...emove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean dry towel Blot any remaining stain with a clean damp towel For tough stains apply MOPAR威 Total Clean or a mild soap solution to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue For grease stains apply MOPAR威 Multi Purpose Cleaner to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove s...

Page 411: ...abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows equipped with electric defrosters Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements When cleaning the rearview 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...

Page 412: ...oid leaving your vehicle unattended with the top down as exposure to sun or rain may damage interior trim Do not use harsh cleaners or bleaching agents on top material as damage may result Do not allow any vinyl cleaner to run down and dry on the paint leaving a streak After cleaning your vehicle s fabric top always make sure it is completely dry before lowering Be especially careful when washing ...

Page 413: ...never use hot water or anything stronger than a mild soap Never use solvents such as alcohol or harsh cleaning agents 3 Always rinse thoroughly with cold water then wipe with a soft and slightly moist clean cloth 4 When removing frost snow or ice never use a scraper or de icing chemicals Use warm water only if you must clean the window quickly 5 Debris sand mud dirt dust or salt from off road driv...

Page 414: ... paste stickers gummed labels or any tape to the windows Adhesives are hard to remove and may dam age the windows FUSES TOTALLY 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 ...

Page 415: ... Sec Motor Feed Flex Fuel J10 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Wash Relay Manifold Tuning Valve J11 30 Amp Pink Sway Bar Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description J13 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw IOD Main J14 40 Amp Green EBL Rear Window De fogger J15 30 Amp Pink Rear Blower J17 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid J18 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain Control Module PCM Trans Range J19 60 Amp Yellow Radiator Fan J20 30...

Page 416: ...6 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 1 Rain Sensor M7 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 2 BATT ACC SELECT Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M8 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seat M9 20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seat If Equipped M10 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw Vehicle Entertainment System IOD VES Sat ellite Digital Audio Re ceiver SDARS DVD Hands Free Module HFM RADIO An tenna ANT Universal Garage Door Ope...

Page 417: ...tion Control Switch MULTIFCTN SW M14 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow Export Only Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M15 20 Amp Yellow COL MOD IR SNS Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning Automatic Temperature Control HVAC ATC Rear View Mirror RR VW MIR Cabin Com partment Node CCN Transfer Case Switch T CASE SW RUN ST Multi Function Control Switch MULTIFTCN SW Tire Pressure Monitor TPM Glow Plug M...

Page 418: ...ue Cabin Compartment Node Interior Light CCN INT LIGHT Switch Bank SW BANK M21 20 Amp Yellow Auto Shut Down ASD 3 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M22 10 Amp Red Right Horn RT HORN HI LOW M23 10 Amp Red Left Horn LT HORN HI LOW M24 25 Amp Natural Rear Wiper REAR WIPER M25 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump FUEL PUMP Diesel Lift Pump DSL LIFT PUMP Export Only M26 M27 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch Feed...

Page 419: ...ngine Controller GPEC M34 10 Amp Red Park Assist PRK ASST Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning Module HVAC MOD Headlamp Wash HDLP WASH Compass COMPAS Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M35 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors M36 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet M37 10 Amp Red Anti Lock Brake System ABS Electronic Stabil ity Program ESP Stop Lamp Switch STP LP SW Fuel Pump Rly Hi Control M38 25 Amp Natural...

Page 420: ...it that must be corrected VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery You may Remove Cartridge fuse 15 in the Power Distribution Center labeled Ignition Off Draw IOD Store the removed IOD fuse in the Power Distribution Center location 11 labeled IOD Storage Or disconnect the negative cable from the battery Anytime...

Page 421: ...t 194 NOTE Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your local authorized dealer If a bulb needs to be replaced visit your authorized dealer or refer to the applicable Service Manual BULB REPLACEMENT NOTE Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo spheric conditions This will usually clear as atmospheric conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapo...

Page 422: ...or onto new bulb base and push the connector locking tab to the lock position CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol 12 Reinstall bulb housing Rotate the bulb 1 4 turn clockwise Front Park Turn Signal 1 Remove the front grille Turn the retainers alon...

Page 423: ...eplace Front Fog Light 1 Locate the front fog lamp in the front fascia and disconnect the electrical connector from underneath 2 Turn the bulb 1 4 turn counterclockwise CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal and Backup Ligh...

Page 424: ...ocket to replace Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL The stop lamp is mounted on a bracket that extends upward from the tailgate behind the spare tire If service is needed obtain the LED Cover Assembly from your local authorized dealer 1 Remove the spare tire 2 Remove the four screws holding the lens cover in place on the spare tire carrier 3 Disconnect the wire harness from the back of the LED c...

Page 425: ... Gallons 85 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3 8 Liter Engine SAE 5W 20 API Certified Engine Oil 6 Quarts 5 7 Liters Cooling System 3 8 Liter Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 13 Quarts 12 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 426: ...ganic Additive Technology Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Spark Plugs 3 8L Engine RE14PLP5 Gap 0 050 in 1 27 mm Oil Filter 3 8L Engine MOPAR威 Oil Filter P N 04105409AC Fuel Selection 87 Octane MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 7 ...

Page 427: ...icant SAE 80W 90 API GL 5 or equivalent Axle Differential Rear 198 RBI Model 35 and 226 RBI Model 44 MOPAR威 Gear Axle Lubri cant SAE 80W 90 API GL 5 or equivalent For trailer towing use MOPAR威 Synthetic Gear Axle Lubricant SAE 75W 140 or equivalent Models equipped with Trac Lok require an additive Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR威 DOT 3 Brake Fluid SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake flui...

Page 428: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance 428 䡵 Maintenance Schedule 428 Required Maintenance Intervals 431 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 429: ... automotive part that 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 Non EVIC equipped vehicles CHANgE OIL will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime will sound indicating th...

Page 430: ...s manual At Each Stop for Fuel Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu racy of the oil level reading Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required Once a Month Check tire pressure and look for unusual w...

Page 431: ...ilter 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 430 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 432: ...ter replace if necessary 12 000 20 000 12 Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary 12 000 20 000 12 Replace the air conditioning filter 12 000 20 000 12 Inspect the front rear axle fluid change 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 mi 20 000 km or 12 months 24 000 40 000 24...

Page 433: ...hicle 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 Change the automatic transmission fluid and main sump filter if using your vehicle for any o...

Page 434: ...d or fre quent trailer towing 60 000 100 000 60 Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary 90 000 150 000 90 Flush and replace the engine coolant 102 000 170 000 60 Replace the ignition cables 102 000 170 000 102 Replace the spark plugs 102 000 170 000 102 Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s 120 000 200 000 120 Replace accessory drive belt s 120 000 200 000 120 MAINTENANCE SCHEDUL...

Page 435: ...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 434 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 436: ... Need Assistance 437 DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center 438 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 438 In Mexico Contact 438 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 439 Service Contract 439 䡵 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 440 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 440 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 440 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 440 In Canada 441 9 ...

Page 437: ...䡵 Publication Order Forms 441 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 442 Treadwear 443 Traction Grades 443 Temperature Grades 444 436 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 438: ... items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized 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 appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are ...

Page 439: ...facturer s Cus tomer 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 Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 D...

Page 440: ...n 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 purchas...

Page 441: ...AR姞 PARTS MOPAR威 fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from your authorized 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 that could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrati...

Page 442: ...s 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 comprehensi...

Page 443: ...stance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and maintenance procedures as well as specifications capabilities and safety tips Call toll free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the Worldwide Web at www techauthority daimlerchrysler com www daimlerchrysler ca manuals...

Page 444: ...ay depart signifi cantly 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 These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire mark...

Page 445: ...ad 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 overload...

Page 446: ...INDEX 10 ...

Page 447: ...Airbag Maintenance 59 Airbag Side 57 Alarm Security Alarm 18 Alignment and Balance 328 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antenna Satellite Radio 255 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 424 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 105 309 Anti Lock Warning Light 208 Appearance Care 406 Arming Theft System Security Alarm 18 Audio Systems Radio 250 Auto Down Power Windows 37 Automatic Transmission 401 Fluid and Filter Cha...

Page 448: ...ng 308 Warning Light 207 Brake Transmission Interlock 281 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 75 Bulb Replacement 420 Capacities Fluid 424 Caps Filler Fuel 340 Power Steering 391 Car Washes 407 Carbon Monoxide Warning 339 Cargo Light 95 Cargo Vehicle Loading 342 Catalytic Converter 386 Caution Exhaust Gas 75 CD Compact Disc Player 250 CD Compact Disc Player Maintenance 258 Cellular Phone 85 250 2...

Page 449: ...oor 118 Contract Service 439 Converter Catalytic 386 Cooling System 394 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 396 Coolant Capacity 424 Coolant Level 397 Disposal of Used Coolant 397 Drain Flush and Refill 395 Inspection 394 Points to Remember 398 Pressure Cap 396 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 395 424 Temperature Gauge 209 Corrosion Protection 406 Crankcase Emission Control System 388 Cruise Light 209 Cup Ho...

Page 450: ...94 Off Road 294 Dual Top 120 Electrical Outlet Auxiliary Power Outlet 116 Electrical Power Outlets 116 Electronic Brake Control System 105 Anti Lock Brake System 105 Brake Assist System 107 Electronic Roll Mitigation 108 Electronic Stability Program 109 Traction Control System 106 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 108 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 102 Electronic Stability Program ESP 109 El...

Page 451: ...irements 336 424 Jump Starting 371 Oil 383 424 Oil Disposal 385 Oil Filter 385 Oil Selection 424 Operation 75 Overheating 365 Starting 271 Temperature Gauge 209 Engine Oil Viscosity 384 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 384 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 59 Entry System Illuminated 19 Event Data Recorder 60 Exhaust Gas Caution 75 339 Exhaust System 393 Extender Seat Belt 50 Exterior Finish Care 407 F...

Page 452: ... Service 422 Fog Lights 99 422 Fold and Tumble Rear Seat 89 Folding Rear Seat 92 Folding Windshield 191 Four Wheel Drive 285 Shifting 287 Four Wheel Drive Operation 285 Four Way Hazard Flasher 364 Front Axle Differential 405 Fuel 336 Filler Cap Gas Cap 340 Filter 388 Gasoline 336 Gauge 206 Materials Added 338 Octane Rating 336 Requirements 424 Tank Capacity 424 Fuel System Caution 338 341 Fuses 41...

Page 453: ... 342 345 GVWR 342 Hands Free Phone UConnect 85 250 251 Hard Drive HDD 250 Hard Top 125 Hard Top Modular 125 Hard Top Removal 129 Hazard Warning Flasher 364 Head Restraints 89 Head Rests 89 Headlights Bulb Replacement 420 Dimmer Switch 98 Replacing 420 Switch 97 Heater 259 Heater Engine Block 275 High Beam Indicator 207 Hitches Trailer Towing 348 Holder Cup 117 Hood Release 94 Hoses 399 400 Hydraul...

Page 454: ...e Care 409 Interior Lights 95 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 100 Introduction 4 Jack Location 366 Jack Operation 366 368 369 Jacking Instructions 368 Jump Starting 371 Key Programming 16 Key Replacement 16 Key Sentry Immobilizer 14 Key In Reminder 14 Keyless Entry System 19 Keys 12 Lane Change and Turn Signals 207 Lap Belts 41 Lap Shoulder Belts 41 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 68 ...

Page 455: ...Engine Temperature Warning 209 Fog 99 422 Hazard Warning Flasher 364 Headlight Switch 97 Headlights 420 High Beam 207 High Beam Indicator 207 Instrument Cluster 97 Interior 95 Lights On Reminder 98 Low Fuel 206 Low Tire 210 Oil Pressure 207 Passing 99 Rear Servicing 422 Rear Tail 422 Seat Belt Reminder 207 Sentry Key 209 Service 420 Side Marker 422 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 210 Traction Contro...

Page 456: ...ice 441 Manual Transmission 275 403 Fluid Level Check 404 Lubricant Selection 403 Shift Speeds 276 Master Cylinder Brakes 400 Mini Trip Computer 215 Mirrors 83 Outside 84 Rearview 83 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 8 Modular Hard Top 125 Monitor Tire Pressure System 330 Mopar Parts 382 440 MP3 Player 250 Multi Function Control Lever 97 Navigation Radio 250 Navigation System 250 New Vehicle Break...

Page 457: ...Oil Pressure Light 207 Onboard Diagnostic System 379 380 Outside Rearview Mirrors 84 Overheating Engine 365 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 441 Paint Care 406 Paint Damage 406 Panic Alarm 21 Parking Brake 308 Passing Light 99 PCV Valve 388 Pets 74 Phone Cellular 85 250 251 Phone Hands Free UConnect 85 250 251 Placard Tire and Loading Information 318 Polishing and Waxing 407 Port Universal Serial Bu...

Page 458: ...Defroster 198 Rear Window Features 197 Rear Wiper Washer 197 Rearview Mirrors 83 Recorder Event Data 60 Recreational Towing 359 Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral N 360 Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 361 Reformulated Gasoline 336 Refrigerant 391 Release Hood 94 Reminder Lights On 98 Reminder Seat Belt 49 Remote Control Door Locks 19 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 19 Remote Starting System 25 R...

Page 459: ...ntenance 428 Seat Belt Reminder 49 Seat Belts 41 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 47 And Pregnant Women 50 Child Restraint 62 72 Extender 50 Front Seat 41 Maintenance 411 Pretensioners 48 Reminder 207 Seats 86 Adjustment 86 Cleaning 409 Easy Entry 88 Fold and Tumble Rear 89 Head Restraints 89 Height Adjustment 87 Rear Folding 92 Removal 91 92 Seatback Release 87 Tilting 87 Security Against Thef...

Page 460: ...de Airbag 57 Signals Turn 99 207 421 422 Snow Chains Tire Chains 329 Soft Top 141 168 Sound Systems Radio 250 Spare Tire 367 Spark Plugs 386 Specifications Fuel Gasoline 336 Oil 384 Speed Control Cruise Control 102 Speedometer 206 Starting 271 Automatic Transmission 271 Cold Weather 272 Engine Block Heater 275 Engine Fails to Start 273 Manual Transmission 271 Remote 25 Steering Power 311 391 Tilt ...

Page 461: ...ft System Disarming 18 Tilt Steering Column 101 Tip Start 272 Tire and Loading Information Placard 317 318 Tire Identification Number TIN 316 Tire Markings 313 Tire Safety Information 313 Tires 321 442 Air Pressure 322 Alignment and Balance 328 Chains 329 Changing 366 General Information 321 High Speed 324 Inflation Pressures 322 Jacking 366 369 Load Capacity 317 318 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 3...

Page 462: ...ight 213 Trailer Towing 344 Cooling System Tips 359 Hitches 336 348 Minimum Requirements 353 Trailer and Tongue Weight 352 Wiring 356 Trailer Towing Guide 348 Trailer Weight 348 Transfer Case 404 Four Wheel Drive Operation 285 Maintenance 404 Transmission Automatic 281 Maintenance 401 403 Manual 275 Range Indicator 210 Shifting 279 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 24 Transmitter Pr...

Page 463: ... Vehicle Loading 318 342 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 Vehicle Storage 266 419 Viscosity Engine Oil 384 Warning Flasher Hazard 364 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 206 Warning Roll Over 5 Warnings and Cautions 8 Warranty Information 440 Washer Adding Fluid 198 Washers Windshield 393 Waxing and Polishing 407 Wheel Alignment and Balance 328 Wheel and Wheel Trim 409 Wheel and Wheel...

Page 464: ...Windshield Washers 100 393 Fluid 393 Windshield Wiper Blades 392 Windshield Wipers 100 Wiper Rear 197 YES Essentials威 Fabric Cleaning Procedure 409 INDEX 463 10 ...

Page 465: ... WMA FilesLIST Button DISC Mode for MP3 WMA Play INFO Button DISC Mode for MP3 WMA Play SALES CODE RER MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions Satellite RadioOperating Instructions Hands Free Communication UConnect If Equipped Clock Setting ProcedureSATELLITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED REN REQ RER RES RADIOS ONLY System ActivationElectronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID Se...

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