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STARTING AND OPERATING

CONTENTS

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STARTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202

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Automatic Transmission — If Equipped . . . . .202

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Normal Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202

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Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F Or −29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203

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If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203

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After Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203

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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .204

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . . . . . . . . . . . .204

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Key Ignition Park Interlock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206

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Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .206

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Six-Speed Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . .206

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DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES . . . . . . . . .217

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Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217

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Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217

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DRIVING THROUGH WATER . . . . . . . . . . . . .218

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Flowing/Rising Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218

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Shallow Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218

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POWER STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220

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Power Steering Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220

Summary of Contents for ProMaster 2015

Page 1: ...P r o m a s t e r O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 5 ...

Page 2: ...ptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or op tional on this vehicle This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle Pl...

Page 3: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 123 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 199 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 291 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 391 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 399 10 INDEX 411 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 INTRODUCTION 4 䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 4 䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 6 䡵 VAN CONVERSIONS CAMPERS 6 䡵 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 6 䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS 7 1 ...

Page 6: ...hicle NOTE After reviewing the owner information it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain with the vehicle when sold When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained techni cians and genuine parts and cares about your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section ...

Page 7: ...1 INTRODUCTION 5 ...

Page 8: ...warranty coverage and service on these items contact the applicable manufacturer Operating instructions for the special equipment in stalled by the conversion camper manufacturer should also be supplied with your vehicle If these instructions are missing please contact your authorized dealer for assistance in obtaining replacement documents from the applicable manufacturer For information on the B...

Page 9: ... registration and title NOTE It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death Vehicle Identification Number 1 INTRODUCTION 7 ...

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Page 11: ...lacement Keys 14 General Information 14 䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM IF EQUIPPED 15 Rearming Of The System 15 To Arm The System 15 To Disarm The System 15 Security System Manual Override 16 䡵 ILLUMINATED ENTRY 16 䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE 17 To Unlock The Doors 17 To Lock The Doors 18 Programming Additional Transmitters 18 Transmitter Battery Replacement 18 General Information 19 2 ...

Page 12: ... Seat Belt Systems 25 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 38 Child Restraints 52 Transporting Pets 61 䡵 FUEL CUT OFF SWITCH 61 䡵 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 62 䡵 SAFETY TIPS 63 Transporting Passengers 63 Exhaust Gas 64 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 65 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 67 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 13: ...rder duplicate keys and the autho rized studio that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys Ignition Key Removal 1 Place the shift lever in PARK if equipped with an automatic transmission 2 Rotate the key to the OFF LOCK position 3 Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder Remote Keyless Entry RKE Trans...

Page 14: ...n a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the gear selector Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Continued Ignition Switch Position...

Page 15: ...cle for maintenance procedures Key In Ignition Reminder Opening the driver s door when the key is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF LOCK sounds a signal to remove the key SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unau thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether th...

Page 16: ...All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Replacement Keys NOTE Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to a...

Page 17: ...orn will sound and the turn signal lights will flash For an additional 15 minutes only the turn signal lights will flash Rearming Of The System If the system has not been disabled the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself after the 15 additional minutes of turn lamps flashing If the condition which initiated the alarm is still present the system will ignore that condi tion and monitor the remai...

Page 18: ... this occurs disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm Security System Manual Override The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger ILLUMINATED ENTRY The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or manually from the driver door cylinder to unlock the doors or open any door The lights will fade to off after approx...

Page 19: ...em NOTE The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects To Unlock The Doors Push and release the UNLOCK button on RKE transmit ter once to unlock only the front doors Push and release the CARGO UNLOCK button on RKE transmitter once to unlock the cargo area rear lateral sliding doors and rear door The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal Remote Keyless Entr...

Page 20: ... in Things To Know Before Starting for further information If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter contact your authorized dealer for details Transmitter Battery Replacement NOTE Perchlorate Material special handling may ap ply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 1 Push the mechanical key release button and release the mechanical key...

Page 21: ... any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 A weak battery in the transmitter The expected life of the battery ...

Page 22: ...ll doors The doors will be locked only if all the doors are properly closed Once the doors have been locked with the RKE transmit ter it will no longer be possible to unlock them by pushing central LOCK UNLOCK button To unlock the front doors pull the inside door handle to the detent The load compartment power door lock switch is located on the driver door trim panel Use this switch to lock or unl...

Page 23: ...ntinued Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the gear selector Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to chil...

Page 24: ...doors when one of the front doors is open WINDOWS Power Windows The control on the left front door panel has UP DOWN switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger window control NOTE The Key Off Power Delay feature will allow the power windows to operate for up to three minutes after the ignition...

Page 25: ...rt period of time release and the window will go down automati cally To open the window part way push the window switch and release it when you want the window to stop NOTE The power window switches remain active for up to three minutes depending on the accessory delay setting after the ignition switch has been turned OFF Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature Wind Buffeting Wind bu...

Page 26: ...ild from 2 to 12 years old not in a rear facing child restraint must ride in the front passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint Refer to Child Restraints 3 Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly Refer to Child Restraints should be secured in a vehicle with a rear seat in child restraints or belt positioning booster sea...

Page 27: ... a disabled person contact the Customer Center Phone numbers are provided under If You Need Assistance WARNING Never place a rear facing child restraint in front of an air bag A deploying passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger including a child in a rear facing child restraint Only use a rear facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear...

Page 28: ...tboard front seat belts are buckled The BeltAlert warning sequence begins after the vehicle speed is over 5 mph 8 km h by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime Once the sequence starts it will continue for the entire duration or until the respective seat belts are buckled After the sequence completes the Seat Belt Reminder Light remains illuminated until the resp...

Page 29: ...This feature allows the shoul der part of the seat belt to move freely with you under normal conditions However in a collision the seat belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out of the vehicle WARNING Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly In s...

Page 30: ...ed WARNING Continued Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in a collision hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision The seat belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bone...

Page 31: ... can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder Continued WARNING Continued bones Wear the seat belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a colli sion A shoulder belt placed behind you 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 bel...

Page 32: ... arm in the rear seat for vehicles equipped with a rear seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go around your lap 3 When the seat belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Pulling Out The Latch Plate 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 33: ... plate and pull on the lap belt A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision 5 Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal if any slack so that it is comfort able and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Positioning The Lap Belt 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE START...

Page 34: ... belt webbing 180 to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate 4 Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the driver and front passenger seats t...

Page 35: ...ake sure that it is locked in position NOTE The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing the release but ton To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position Adjustable An...

Page 36: ...at belt by removing slack from the seat belt 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 by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Like the air bags the preten si...

Page 37: ...d to secure a child restraint system For additional information refer to Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt under the Child Restraints section of this manual The table below defines the type of feature for each seating position Front Bucket Seat Automatic Locking Retractor ALR Location 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 ...

Page 38: ...rtably wrap around the occupant s mid section Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click In Automatic Locking Mode the shoulder belt is auto matically pre locked The seat belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child restraint is installed in a seating position that has a seat belt with this feature Children 12 yea...

Page 39: ...the seat belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode WARNING The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the switc...

Page 40: ...Steering Wheel and Column Instrument Panel Knee Impact Bolsters Advanced Front Air Bags Supplemental Side Air Bags Front and Side Impact Sensors Seat Belt Pretenioners Seat Belt Buckle Switch Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s Advanced Fr...

Page 41: ... facing child restraint in front of an air bag A deploying Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger including a child in a rear facing child restraint Only use a rear facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat Advanced Front Air Bag And Knee Impact Bolster Locations 1 Driver Advanced Front Air Bag 2 Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag...

Page 42: ...ckled The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags WARNING No objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bags to inflate Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers or attempt to open them manu...

Page 43: ...measure vehicle deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli sions and also are needed to help keep you in position away from an inflating air bag When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad vanced Front Air Bags it signals the inflator units A ...

Page 44: ...mount any accessories to the knee impact bolsters such as alarm lights stereos citizen band radios etc Supplemental Side Air Bags Your vehicle is equipped with two types of supplemental Side Air Bags Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SABs Located in the outboard side of the front seats The SABs are marked with a SRS AIRBAG or AIRBAG label sewn into the outboard side of the seats Supplemental...

Page 45: ...ld injure you if you are not seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the SAB inflates Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag WARNING Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the Side Air Bags the performance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury Supplemental Side Air ...

Page 46: ...duce the risk of partial or complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in certain side impact events WARNING Your vehicle is equipped with left and right Supple mental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABICs Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the deployment of the SABICs The trim covering above the side windows where the SABIC and its deployment path are l...

Page 47: ... collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger compartment The Side Air Bags may deploy during angled or offset frontal collisions where the Advanced Front Air Bags deploy Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint system Side Air Bags deploy in less time than it takes to blink your eyes Occupants including children who are up against or very close to Side Air Bags can be ...

Page 48: ...ent Occurs The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment NOTE Front and or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag system If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags any or all of the following may occur The air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions and or skin reddening to the occupant...

Page 49: ...s for cleaning Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de ployed If you are involved in another collision the air bags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision Have the air bags seat belt pretensioners and the seat belt retractor assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer imme diately Also have the ...

Page 50: ... to inflate for your protection in a collision The Occupant Re straint Controller ORC monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition is in the START or ON RUN position If the ignition is in the OFF position or in the ACC position the air...

Page 51: ...r to eight seconds when the ignition is first placed in the ON RUN position The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to eight second interval The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving NOTE If the speedometer tachometer or any engine related gauges are not working the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC may also be disabled In this condition the air bags...

Page 52: ...ion regarding the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light refer to the Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel section of this manual Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING Modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or...

Page 53: ...dealer Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems per formed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short ...

Page 54: ... access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equip ment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times including babies and children Every state in the United States and every Canadian province requi...

Page 55: ...wner s Manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your child Carefully read and follow all the instruc tions and warnings in the child restraint Owner s Manual and on all the labels attached to the child restraint Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards You should also make sure that you can install it in the ...

Page 56: ...grown the height or weight limit of their rear facing child restraint Forward Facing Child Restraint with a five point Harness facing forward in the rear seat of the vehicle Larger Children Children who have out grown their forward facing child restraint but are too small to properly fit the vehicle s seat belt Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the vehicle seat belt seated in the rear seat of the ...

Page 57: ...used rear facing by children who have outgrown their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old Children should remain rear facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat WARNING Never place a rear facing child restraint in front of an air bag A deploying passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 1...

Page 58: ...NING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the child restraint manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle do not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward because it can loosen the child rest...

Page 59: ...s thighs and not their stomach 5 Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip If the answer to any of these questions was no then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle If the child is using the lap shoulder belt check seat belt fit periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched A child s squirming or slouching can move the seat belt out of position If th...

Page 60: ...r be secured in the passenger seat of a vehicle with a Continued WARNING Continued passenger Air Bag In a collision a passenger Air Bag may deploy causing severe injury or death to infants riding in rearward facing infant restraints Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor AL...

Page 61: ...t Bucket Seat Automatic Locking Retractor ALR Location Front Bench Seat Automatic Locking Retractor ALR Locations ALR Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 ...

Page 62: ...etract back into the retractor As the webbing retracts you will hear a clicking sound This means the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode 6 Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor If it is locked you should not be able to pull out any web bing If the retractor is not locked repeat step 5 7 Finally pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint wh...

Page 63: ...uts in this cuts off the fuel supply and also activates the hazard warning lights side lights and courtesy lights while releasing all the doors and displaying a message they are deactivated by push ing button A NOTE After an accident remember to cycle the ignition to the STOP OFF LOCK position and remove the key from the ignition switch to avoid draining the battery If no fuel leaks or damage to v...

Page 64: ... not required for the engine and drivetrain transmission and axle in your vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri men...

Page 65: ...ation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not interpreted as a problem SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a co...

Page 66: ...e with the engine running adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear ...

Page 67: ...n the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light is not lit during starting see your authorized dealer If the light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an authorized dealer Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield See your authorized d...

Page 68: ...s will reduce the size of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals Continued WARNING Continued Check mounting of mats on a regular basis Always properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving Ob jects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing ...

Page 69: ...ation pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for proper closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected o...

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Page 71: ...ed Mirrors If Equipped 74 Power Folding Mirrors If Equipped 74 䡵 SEATS 76 Manual Front Seat Adjustments 76 Air Seat If Equipped 82 Swivel Seat If Equipped 83 Flap On Bench If Equipped 84 Underseat Storage Tray Driver Side Only If Equipped 85 Heated Seats If Equipped 86 Head Restraints 87 Adjustable Armrests If Equipped 89 䡵 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 90 䡵 LIGHTS 92 Multifunction Lever 92 3 ...

Page 72: ... 95 Follow Me Home Headlight Delay 95 Map Dome Lights 96 Cargo Lamp 97 䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS 98 Windshield Wipers 98 Intermittent Wiper System 99 Low Speed 99 High Speed 99 Mist Feature 99 Windshield Washer Operation 99 䡵 TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN 100 䡵 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 101 To Activate 102 To Set A Desired Speed 102 To Deactivate 102 To Resume Speed 103 70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEA...

Page 73: ...ist System 109 ParkSense Rear Park Assist System Usage Precautions 109 䡵 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED 111 䡵 OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED 114 Map Dome Lights 114 䡵 POWER OUTLETS IF EQUIPPED 115 䡵 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER IF EQUIPPED 118 䡵 CUPHOLDERS 118 䡵 STORAGE 119 Glove Compartments 119 Front Door Storage If Equipped 119 Dash Storage 120 Dashboard Clipboard 120 䡵 CARGO AREA FEA...

Page 74: ...by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the windshield Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirror s to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Manual Rearview Mirror 72 UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 75: ...rs Folding Feature All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage The hinges have three detent positions Full forward position Full rearward position Normal position Power Mirrors If Equipped The power mirror controls are located on the driver side door trim panel To adjust a mirror turn the control knob toward the left upper left lower right upper or r...

Page 76: ...Of Your Vehicle for further information Power Folding Mirrors If Equipped The switch for the power folding mirrors is located on the drivers door panel below the power mirror controls Push the switch to the right and the mirrors will fold in push the switch to the left and the mirrors will return to the normal driving position The power fold mirrors are designed to be folded and unfolded using the...

Page 77: ...the buttons to fold and unfold the mirrors Only manually fold the mirrors when necessary Forward Folding Mirrors can be folded forward manually or by accidental impact In this case it is possible to restore to position both ways manually and electrically as described above Power Manual Folding Mirror Positions 1 Normal Driving Position 2 Fold In Position 3 Fold Forward Position 3 UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 78: ...y injured or killed Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Manual Front Seat Adjustments The driver and passenger seats can be adjusted forward rearward reclined front and rear height and lumbar adjustments WARNING Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serio...

Page 79: ... the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched Lumbar Support If Equipped This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support The lumbar control knob is located on the rear upper outboard side of the driver s seatback Rotate the control forward to increase and rearward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support Drivers Seat 1 Forward Rearward Adjusting Bar...

Page 80: ...nter outboard side of the seat Lift up on the front lever to adjust the front of the seat up or down Lift up on the rear lever to adjust the rear of the seat up or down Height Adjustment Levers 1 Front Height Adjusting Lever 2 Rear Height Adjusting Lever 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 81: ...e center outboard side of the seat Rotate the front knob to adjust the front of the seat up or down Rotate the rear knob to adjust the rear of the seat up or down Height Adjustment Knobs 1 Front Height Adjusting Knob 2 Rear Height Adjusting Knob 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 ...

Page 82: ...the seatback is in the upright position Recliner Adjustment With Swivel Seat The recliner lever is located at the lower front outboard side of the seat To recline the seatback lean forward slightly pull the lever outward lean back to the desired position and release the lever To return the seatback to its normal upright position lean forward and pull the lever outward Release the lever once the se...

Page 83: ... you could be injured Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Recliner Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 ...

Page 84: ...m fort and safety The system of springs also effectively absorbs impact from uneven road surfaces Damper Weight Adjustment Use the weight adjustment knob to set the required setting based on body weight with settings between 88 lbs 40 kg and 286 lbs 130 kg Weight Adjustment Knob 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 85: ...ect position a warning will display in the EVIC If the driver or the passenger seats are not locked in facing forward position before the first vehicle move ment shifting out of park is not allowed until the seats are both locked in facing forward position When the seats are not in the right position and the first vehicle movement after the cranking is attempted a chime and a text message will app...

Page 86: ... status of the swivel seats and not drive the vehicle until the swivel seats are locked in facing forward position Flap On Bench If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with a bench seat the seat is equipped with a fold down flap that can be used as a document support surface To use the fold down flap grasp the pull tab and lower the flap Swivel Seat Lever Fold Down Flap Pull Tab 84 UNDERSTANDING ...

Page 87: ... a paper holder clip Underseat Storage Tray Driver Side Only If Equipped A storage tray is located under the drivers seat that can be easily removed by withdrawing the hooks on the support base Fold Down Flap Underseat Storage Tray 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 ...

Page 88: ...t will be felt within two to five minutes WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaus tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat or ...

Page 89: ...ile the vehicle is in motion Continued WARNING Continued Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision Front Head Restraints To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint To lower the head restraint push the adjust ment button located on the base of the head restraint and push downward on th...

Page 90: ... the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the vehicle to properly protect the occupants Follow the re installation instructions above prior to oper ating the vehicle or occupying a seat NOTE Do not reposition the head restraint 180 degrees to the incorrect position in an attempt to gain additional clearance to the back of the head Adjustment Buttons 1 Release Button 2 Adjustment Button 88 UNDERS...

Page 91: ...ght Underneath the front of the armrest is the adjuster wheel which will adjust the height of the armrest up or down Turn the adjuster wheel to the right or left to adjust the height of the armrest up or down Adjuster Wheel Location Adjuster Wheel 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 ...

Page 92: ... Pull the hood release lever located on the side of the instrument panel 2 Move to the outside of the vehicle reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and push the safety latch lever to the right to release it before raising the hood Hood Release Hood Safety Latch Lever Location 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 93: ...downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury ...

Page 94: ...he end of the multifunction lever to the headlight position When the headlight switch is on the parking lights taillights license plate light the clear ance lights and instrument panel lights are also turned on To turn off the headlights turn the end of the multifunction lever back to the O Off position Dimmer Controls The dimmer controls are located on the left side of the instrument panel below ...

Page 95: ... position NOTE The low beams and side taillights will not be on with DRL The DRL function may be programmed to be ON or OFF through the Uconnect system screen if equipped or through the instrument clusters menu Refer to Uconnect Settings or EVIC in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further information The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the ignition is ON the headlight switch i...

Page 96: ...of the front and rear turn signal lights NOTE If either light remains on and does not flash or there is a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside light bulb If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective Parking Lights These lights can only be turned on with ignition key in the STOP position or removed by moving the end of th...

Page 97: ... ignition to the OFF LOCK position and pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel within two minutes Each time the lever is pulled the activation of the lights will be extended by 30 seconds The activation of the lights can be extended to a maximum of 210 seconds The warning light on the instrument panel will light up and the corresponding message will appear in the EVIC display for as...

Page 98: ... OFF the auto dome lights The dome lights will not automatically turn on when a door is opened Push the left switch to the right to turn ON the dome lights Right Switch Push the right switch to the left to turn ON the left map light Push the right switch to the right to turn ON the right map light Map Dome Lights 1 Auto Off 3 Left Map 2 Dome 4 Right Map 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICL...

Page 99: ... upper rear cargo area above the rear doors Your vehicle may be equipped with a Side Cargo Lamp located at the upper rear area of the passenger side sliding door opening Rear Cargo Lamp Side Cargo Lamp 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 ...

Page 100: ...Push the Cargo Lamp lens to the left from its center position and the lamp is always on WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers The windshield wiper lever can be raised or lowered to access the modes NOTE The windshield wipers was...

Page 101: ... release for a single wiping cycle NOTE The mist feature does not activate the washer pump therefore no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield The wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid Windshield Washer Operation To use the washer pull the windshield wiper washer lever toward the steering wheel to activate the washers The wipers will activate automat...

Page 102: ...r shorten the steering column The telescoping control handle is lo cated below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column To unlock the steering column pull the control handle up To lengthen or shorten the steering column pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired To lock the steering column in position push the control handle down until fully engaged Telescoping Contro...

Page 103: ...eater than 25 mph 40 km h up to the maximum speed of 100 mph 160 km h The Electronic Speed Control Lever is located on the left side of the steering column NOTE In order to ensure proper operation the Elec tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time If this occurs the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated...

Page 104: ...en you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON When the vehicle has reached the desired speed move the electronic speed control lever upward SET and release Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed NOTE The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before moving the electronic speed control lever upward ...

Page 105: ...ant on the chosen speed unit of U S mph or Metric km h U S Speed mph Tapping the Speed Control lever up once will result in a 1 mph increase in set speed Each subsequent tap of the lever results in an increase of 1 mph If the lever is continually held up the set speed will continue to increase until the lever is released then the new set speed will be established Metric Speed km h Tapping the Spee...

Page 106: ...ver is continually held down the set speed will continue to decrease until the lever is released then the new set speed will be established Metric Speed km h Tapping the Speed Control lever down once will result in a 1 km h decrease in set speed Each subse quent tap of the lever results in a decrease of 1 km h If the lever is continually held down the set speed will continue to decrease until the ...

Page 107: ...AR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides an audible indication of the distance between the rear fascia bumper and a detected obstacle when backing up e g during a parking maneuver Refer to ParkSense System Usage Precautions for limitations of this system and recommendations The ParkSense Rear Park Assist is automatically acti vated when the transmission is placed i...

Page 108: ...e center of the rear fascia bumper and up to 24 in 60 cm from the corners of the rear fascia bumper depending on the location type and orientation of the obstacle If several obstacles are detected the ParkSense Rear Park Assist system indicates the nearest obstacle The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corresponds to the maximum height of an obstacle that would clear the underside of the car...

Page 109: ...us tone indicates that the obstacle is less than 12 in 30 cm away Audible And Visual Signals Supplied By The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System SIGNAL MEANING INDICATION Obstacle Distance An obstacle is present within the sensors field of view Audible signal dashboard loudspeaker Sound pulses emitted at a rate that increases as the distance decreases Emits continuous tone at 12 in 30 cm Adjustable ...

Page 110: ...ant If this condition occurs for the external sensors the signal is turned off after three seconds stopping warnings during maneuvers parallel to walls ParkSense Rear Park Assist Failure Indications A malfunction of the ParkSense Rear Park Assist sen sors or system is indicated during REVERSE gear en gagement by the instrument panel warning icon The warning icon is illuminated and a message is dis...

Page 111: ... the vapor jet high pressure washing nozzles at least 4 in 10 cm from the sensors Do not scratch or poke the sensors Otherwise you could damage the sensors ParkSense Rear Park Assist System Usage Precautions NOTE Ensure that the outer surface and the underside of the rear bumper is clean and clear of snow ice mud dirt or other obstruction to keep the Rear Park Assist system operating properly Jack...

Page 112: ...ll not be detected when they are in close proximity Continued CAUTION Continued The vehicle must be driven slowly when using ParkSense in order to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is detected It is recommended that the driver looks over his her shoulder when using ParkSense WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using ParkSense Always check carefully behind your vehicle ...

Page 113: ... assembly mounted for a long period it is possible to filter out the ball mount and hitch ball assembly presence in sensor field of view The filtering operation must be performed only by an authorized dealer PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle w...

Page 114: ...ll illustrate the width of the vehicle and will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle Red 0 1 ft 0 30 cm Yellow 1 ft 3 ft 30 cm 1 m Green 3 ft or greater 1 m or greater Rear Back Up Camera Location 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 115: ...Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death CAUTION To avoid vehicle damage ParkView should only be used as a parking aid The ParkView camera is unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive path To avoid vehicle damage the vehicle must be driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is seen It is recom mended that the driver look frequently over...

Page 116: ...verhead console Each light is turned on by pushing the corresponding switch Left Switch Push the left switch to the left to turn OFF the auto dome lights The dome lights will not automatically turn on when a door is opened Push the left switch to the right to turn ON the dome lights Right Switch Push the right switch to the left to turn ON the left map light Push the right switch to the right to t...

Page 117: ...The cigar lighter and the power socket are located in the center console It only operates with the ignition key at MAR ON Map Dome Lights 1 Auto Off 3 Left Map 2 Dome 4 Right Map Passenger Compartment Power Socket 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 ...

Page 118: ... powering 12 Volt adaptive accessories and recharging communications devices NOTE Do not connect devices with power higher than 180 W to the socket Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable adaptors Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 F14 Fuse 20 A Yellow Front Power Outlet 2 F09 Fuse 15 A Blue Rear Power Outlet 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 119: ...nes etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the bat tery even more quickly Only use these intermit tently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the...

Page 120: ...e drivers and passenger area are located near the floor just under the center stack storage compartment There are cupholders located in each door panel as well as one single cupholder located to the right of the manual climate controls Optional Ash Receiver And Cigar Lighter Cupholders 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 121: ...ide of the instrument panel Front Door Storage If Equipped Storage areas and bottle holders are located in both the front door trim panels Glove Compartments 1 Upper Glove Compartment 2 Lower Glove Compartment Front Door Storage 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ...

Page 122: ... the right side of the instrument panel Dashboard Clipboard Located on top of the dashboard is a clipboard and two storage bins on each side of the clipboard Dash Storage Clipboard And Storage Bins 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 123: ...CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Area The cargo area may be equipped with different options such as a optional side panels rear seats and an optional floor 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ...

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Page 125: ...ICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC 141 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Setup Menu 143 Change Engine Oil Indicator System 145 Trip Computer 146 Trip Button 146 Trip Functions 147 Values Displayed 148 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 149 䡵 Uconnect RH3 150 Introduction 150 Recommendations 150 Identification Number 151 Security Code 151 4 ...

Page 126: ...ns On The Touchscreen 172 Customer Programmable Features Personal Settings 172 䡵 Uconnect RADIOS 180 䡵 iPod USB MP3 CONTROL IF EQUIPPED 180 USB Charging Port 181 䡵 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS 182 Radio Operation 183 䡵 CD DISC MAINTENANCE 183 䡵 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES 184 General Information 184 䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS 185 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning 185 124 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRU...

Page 127: ...5 0 VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS 191 Introducing Uconnect 191 Get Started 192 Basic Voice Commands 193 Radio 194 Media 195 Voice Text Reply 196 Additional Information 197 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125 ...

Page 128: ... Multifunction Lever Front Rear Wiper Trip Computer 13 Climate Controls 22 Mute Uconnect Voice Command Buttons 5 Radio 14 Lower Switch Ban 23 Cruise Control Switches 6 Clip Board 15 Cup Holders 24 Fuse Box Lid 7 Upper Glove Compartment 16 Shift Lever 25 Electronic Vehicle information Center EVIC Controls 8 Passenger Air Bag 17 USB AUX 26 Hood Release 9 Storage Compartment 18 Ignition Switch 126 UN...

Page 129: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127 ...

Page 130: ...nd does not flash or flashes at a rapid rate 3 Stop Light Failure Indicator This light will illuminate if one or more of the stop light bulb fails The failure relating to this light could be One or more blown bulbs A blown protection fuse A break in the electrical connection 4 Front Fog Light Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on 5 High Beam Indicato...

Page 131: ... be repaired or serviced the repair technician should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the repair or service If s he cannot do so then the odometer must be set at zero and a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was before the repair or service It is a good idea for you to make a record of the odometer reading before the repair service so that you can...

Page 132: ...cle Security Light If during starting the key code is not correctly recognized the Vehicle Security Light comes on in the instrument panel In this case turn the key to OFF and then to ON RUN if it is still locked try again with the other keys that come with the vehicle Contact an authorized dealer if you still cannot start the engine If with the engine running the warning light flashes this means ...

Page 133: ... electronic speed control is set 14 Charging System Light If Equipped This light shows the status of the electrical charg ing system The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN and remain on briefly as a bulb check If the Charging System light remains on or comes on while driving it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system OBTAIN SER...

Page 134: ... the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level The light will remain on until the cause is corrected NOTE The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi tions The vehicle should have service performed and the brake fluid level checked If brake failure is indicated immediate repair is necessary WARNING Driving a veh...

Page 135: ...s part of an onboard diagnostic OBDII system which monitors the emissions and engine con trol system If the vehicle is ready for emissions testing the light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on as a bulb check until the engine is started If the vehicle is not ready for emissions testing the light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on for 15 seco...

Page 136: ... Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera ture Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera ture when driving in hot weather up mountain grades or when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range CAUTI...

Page 137: ...s first If the light turns on while driving safely pull over and stop the vehicle If the A C system is on turn it off Also shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve hicle If the temperature reading does not return to normal turn the engine off immediately and call for service Refer to If Your Engine Overheats in What To Do In Emergencies for further information 19 Electronic Throttle Con...

Page 138: ...ight When the fuel level reaches approximately 3 0 gal 11 3 L this light will turn on and remain on until fuel is added 22 Fuel Gauge Fuel Door Reminder When the ignition switch is in the ON RUN position the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the vehicle where the fuel door is located 23 Generic Warning Light The Generic Warnin...

Page 139: ...ated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should deter mine 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 Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illumi ...

Page 140: ...re 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 for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system opera tion or sensor damage may result when using re placement e...

Page 141: ...bility Control ESC is off For further information refer to Electronic Stability Control ESC in Starting And Operating 28 Electronic Stability Control ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position It should go out with the engine running If the ESC Activation ...

Page 142: ...tors the Anti lock Brake System ABS The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving it indicates that the anti lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if th...

Page 143: ...ent cluster This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pushing the switches mounted on the instrument panel The EVIC Menu items consists of the following Speed Beep Trip B Data Set Time Set Date Auto Clock Units Languages Buzzer Volume Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Display 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 ...

Page 144: ...he following buttons mounted on the instru ment panel to the left of the steering column MODE Button Push and HOLD the MODE button for a time longer than 1 second to access select the information screens or submenu screens of a main menu item Push and hold the MODE button for two seconds to reset displayed selected features that can be reset EVIC Control Buttons 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P...

Page 145: ...ghts are on Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Setup Menu The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle Push and release the UP and DOWN but tons to access the different options and settings setup The setup menu can be activated by pushing the MODE button Single pushes on the UP or DOWN but tons will scroll through the setup menu options The menu items include the following ...

Page 146: ...r the EVIC Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu Without Submenu 1 Briefly push and release the MODE button to select the main menu option to set 2 Push and release the UP or DOWN button by single pushes to select the new setting 3 Briefly push and release the MODE button to store the new setting and go back to the main menu option previously selected Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu With Subme...

Page 147: ...an engine oil change indi cator system The Change Engine Oil message will display in the EVIC display The engine oil change indica tor system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your per sonal driving style Unless reset this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position To turn off the message ...

Page 148: ...escribed values A short button push displays the different values A long button push resets the system and then starts a new trip New Trip To reset Push and hold the TRIP button to reset the system manually When the Trip distance reaches 9999 9 miles or kilometers or when the Travel time reaches 999 59 999 hours and 59 minutes the system is reset auto matically Disconnecting Reconnecting the batte...

Page 149: ...p Functions Both trip functions are resettable reset start of new trip Trip A can be used to display the figures relating to Range Trip distance A Average consumption Instantaneous consumption Average speed A Travel time A driving time Trip B can be used to display the figures relating to Trip distance B Average consumption Average speed B Travel time B driving time NOTE Trip B functions may be ex...

Page 150: ... the car load tire pressure etc Trip planning must take into account the above notes Distance Traveled This value shows the distance covered since the last reset Average Economy This value shows the approximate average consumption since the last reset Instant Economy This indicates the fuel consumption The value is con stantly updated The message will appear on the display if the car is parked wit...

Page 151: ... by CHR Service Service Diesel Only DRL Daytime Running Light if equipped Exit menu NOTE If equipped with Uconnect 5 0 radio some cus tomer programmable features will display in the Uconnect 5 0 system Refer to the Uconnect Set tings for further Uconnect 5 0 information The EVIC clock setting and Uconnect 5 0 clock setting procedure can be done through the radio or the EVIC 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR IN...

Page 152: ...vise you to read these carefully NOTE The operation of many of the resources men tioned in this publication depends on technology used by radio stations and other base stations which may not be available at certain times and or in particular locations Recommendations Road Safety We recommend that you learn how to use the various radio features for example Station Preset before you begin your journ...

Page 153: ...io Detergents and waxes can damage the surface Identification Number The radio has a unique identification number found on the warranty card This card is required as proof of ownership if the radio is stolen or when seeking assis tance Do not store the warranty card in the vehicle Security Code This radio has a serial number found on the warranty card Present this card as proof of ownership if the...

Page 154: ...de number is displayed 4 3 Action Display Push the number 4 preset button until the fourth digit of the code number is displayed 4 3 0 When you finish entering the code push the POWER button to accept the code entered 4 3 5 9 If you enter the correct code the radio will start as normal in radio mode TUNER If you enter the wrong code the radio will remain locked until disconnected from the power su...

Page 155: ...osition memory MP3 WMA AAC track selection forward reverse MP3 WMA AAC track fast forward reverse RND RaNDom music shuffle function General Separate BASS and TREBLE settings BALANCE FADE balances left right and front rear channels Equalizer Loudness Digital clock in 24 hour format with weekday setting Illuminated buttons and display LCD display Extended functions field Setup MENU allows you to cha...

Page 156: ...n Interrupts the sound by muting or pausing the audio DISP Button Switches between display modes clock display RND Button Enables Disables shuffle play SRC Button Switches the audio source to TUNER Switches the audio source to USB Fast Track Buttons F Trk Fast forward reverse track used with the ROTARY knob Audio Button Activates audio setting functions Preset Buttons 1 To 6 Store station in memor...

Page 157: ...come on again when the ignition is turned on If the ignition is turned off with the radio off the radio continues to be turned off when the ignition is turned on again If you prefer you can set Auto Switch OFF see SETUP MENU section The radio will only consider the ignition switch position when it executes the 60 min function when the ignition is turned off the radio will display the message 60 MI...

Page 158: ...le Balance Fader Loud ness Bass If this button is not pushed again within five seconds or if you push the ROTARY knob the display returns to the previously selected view and the settings will be saved USER equalization must be selected to activate the Bass and Treble functions Bass The display will show BASS 00 to indicate that the Bass function can be set To increase the bass level turn the ROTAR...

Page 159: ...o transfer the sound to the front the display will show FAD F 01 Turn the ROTARY knob counterclockwise to transfer the sound to the back the display will show FAD R 01 The fader levels are set from 0 to 15 Loudness The display will show LOUD 00 to indicate that you can set the loudness enhanced sound function Turn the ROTARY knob clockwise to enable the loudness function at level 1 the display wil...

Page 160: ...n you push or for less than two seconds the radio will search for the next valid station While the radio is searching for the new station the display will show SEEKING When the search is complete the display will show the tuned frequency band and station in the format F1 106 9 or if the station was previously stored in memory the display will show the channel where it is stored and the tuned stati...

Page 161: ... The display will switch between MUTE ON and the previous display 3 seconds Pushing the button again restores the audio without changing the original volume setting The display will show MUTE OFF for three seconds and then return to the previous display mode When the or Audio 1 2 3 4 5 6 BAND AS buttons and SRC are pushed in Mute Paused mode these will be implemented and the audio will be restored...

Page 162: ...station for three seconds The display will then return to the previous view Retuning the band When the BAND AS button is pushed for less than two seconds the radio will alternate between bands in the sequence FM1 FM2 FM3 AM1 AM2 FM1 While changing bands from the FM3 band to AM1 the display will show AM for two seconds and when changing from the AM2 band to FM1 the display will show FM for two seco...

Page 163: ...ious factory settings to suit your own preferences Push MENU to activate the Maximum Volume function Repeatedly pushing this button will activate the other functions in the following sequence Maximum Volume MVOL Auto Switch AUTO Beep BEEP Set Clock Maximum Volume MVOL If this button or the button for adjusting the selected function is not pushed for five seconds or if the ROTARY knob is pushed the...

Page 164: ...e selected field Clock Pushing the DISP button for more than two seconds enables or disables the clock display When this feature is enabled the display shows CLK ON and the clock is displayed whenever the ignition is switched on even if the radio is off This function takes priority in the display whenever you access any of the radio functions If no buttons are pushed within 10 seconds the display ...

Page 165: ... devices only In USB mode the radio plays MP3 WMA and AAC files stored on the device connected to the USB port that is located on the lower right side of the steering wheel on the instrument panel To enter USB mode you must push the SRC button When you enter USB mode the display shows LOAD ING while the radio checks whether the connected device is valid If there is no USB device an invalid USB dev...

Page 166: ... used immediately before the USB function If this is the case music playback will start from the point where it was interrupted file and music runtime If not the file played will be the first valid file in the sequence shown in the following example File Sequence 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 167: ...g order by name up to folder number 100 after which the order follows that in which they were recorded on the USB device 3 Track 3_1 4 Track 4_1 5 Track 4_2 6 Track 5_1 Files within a folder are sorted in ascending order by name up to file number 100 thereafter the order follows that in which they were recorded on the USB device 7 Track 5_2 8 Track 5_3 9 Track 5_4 10 Track 6_1 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR...

Page 168: ...r etc If neither or are pushed down and held the track will be selected and the ID3 tag will be processed and begin playing In this case the display will show TRKyyy for two seconds and then return to the DISP function view Whenever the radio switches from one folder to another the display will show the name of the folder you are moving to for at least 500 ms seek button movements are ignored duri...

Page 169: ...hanging the original volume level Turn the ROTARY knob to resume playing the music and change the volume accordingly The display will feature the information described in the volume function Pushing the F TRACK button will not resume play but using the F TRK rotation function will start or resume play The other buttons should be implemented when pushed but the radio will remain in Mute Paused mode...

Page 170: ...rst folder and turn the ROTARY knob counterclockwise the radio will advance to the last track in the last folder on the USB device Forward Reverse Folder When you push the memory 1 button the radio will advance to the first track in the next folder containing audio files if you push button 2 the radio will return to the first track in the previous folder containing audio files When this operation ...

Page 171: ...how RND OFF for two seconds The display then reverts to the previous view If the RND function is enabled the music forward reverse will be random both in normal mode and Fast Track mode In this case Buttons 1 and 2 forward reverse folder have the exact same function as or music forward reverse respectively Switching Between Display Modes When you push the DISP button for less than two seconds info...

Page 172: ...ou to access and change the customer programmable features Many features can vary by vehicle CAUTION Do NOT attach any object to the touchscreen doing so can result in damage to the touchscreen Uconnect 5 0 Buttons On The Touchscreen And Buttons On The Faceplate 1 Uconnect Buttons On The Touchscreen 2 Uconnect Buttons On The Faceplate 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 173: ...ange a setting i e ON OFF Your Uconnect system may also have a Screen Off and Back buttons on the faceplate Push the Screen Off button on the faceplate to turn off the Uconnect screen Push the Screen Off button on the faceplate a second time to turn the screen on Push the Back button on the faceplate to exit out of a Menu or certain option on the Uconnect system Uconnect 5 0N Buttons On The Touchs...

Page 174: ...ton on the touch screen to enter the desired mode Once in the desired mode press and release the preferred setting Once the setting is complete either press the Back Arrow button on the touchscreen or the Back button on the faceplate to return to the previous menu or press the X button on the touchscreen to return to the Main Settings screen Press ing the Up or Down Arrow buttons on the touchscree...

Page 175: ...or all display nomenclature including the trip functions and the navigation system if equipped Press the Set Language button on the touchscreen then press the desired language button The button will highlight showing that setting has been selected Press the arrow back Done button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu Touchscreen Beep This feature allows you to turn on or shut off the s...

Page 176: ...n to return to the previous menu Clock Date After pressing the Clock button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Sync Time With GPS This feature allows you to automatically have the radio set the time To change the Sync Time setting press the Sync with GPS Time button on the touchscreen The button will highlight showing that setting has been selected Press the back arrow Don...

Page 177: ... the Time in Status Bar setting press the Show Time in Status Bar button The button will highlight showing that setting has been selected Press the back arrow Done button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu Time and Format This feature will allow you to set the time and choose the format to display the time Press the 12h 24h AM and or PM button on the touchscreen The button will high...

Page 178: ...your selection press the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera button on the touchscreen until a check mark appears next to setting indicating that the setting had been selected Press the arrow back Done button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu ParkView Backup Camera Delay When this feature is enabled it will allow the ParkView Backup Camera display to remain on while in drive for up to 10 ...

Page 179: ... Balance settings Press and drag the speaker icon use the arrows to adjust or tap the speaker icon to readjust to the center Equalizer This feature allows you to adjust the Bass Mid and Treble settings Adjust the settings with the or arrow buttons on the touchscreen or by selecting any point on the scale between the Up and Down arrow buttons on the touchscreen Then press the back arrow Done button...

Page 180: ...ides the ability to tune the audio level for portable devices connected through the AUX input To make your selection press the AUX Volume Match button on the touchscreen choose a level from 3 to 3 followed by pressing the back arrow Done button on the touchscreen Radio Off Delay Press the Radio Off Delay to keep the radio On for a preset amount of time after the Ignition is switched Off Press the ...

Page 181: ...ld like to skip followed by pressing the back arrow button on the touchscreen Subscription Information New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio with your radio Following the expiration of the free services it will be necessary to access the information on the Subscription Information screen to re subscribe Press the Subscription In...

Page 182: ...ettings to default select Yes to restore or Cancel to exit Once the settings are restored a pop up appears stating settings reset to default Press the okay button on the touchscreen to exit Uconnect RADIOS For detailed information about your Uconnect radio refer to your Uconnect Supplement Manual iPod USB MP3 CONTROL IF EQUIPPED The USB Input and Auxiliary Jack is located on the instrument panel l...

Page 183: ...nt Manual USB Charging Port The USB connector port can be used for charging pur poses only Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external USB device to the vehicle s USB charging port which is located next to the 12V power outlet near the cup holder on passenger side NOTE If the device battery to be charged is completely depleted it may take awhile to charge Passenger Compartment USB Char...

Page 184: ...ote sound system controls are located on the surface of the steering wheel The right hand control is a rocker type switch and con trols the SCAN functions of the sound system The left hand control is a rocker type switch and controls the volume of the sound system plus a button to mute the Sound System Remote Sound System Controls 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 185: ... a soft cloth wiping from center to edge 3 Do not apply paper or tape to the disc avoid scratch ing the disc 4 Do not use solvents such as benzene thinner cleaners or anti static sprays 5 Store the disc in its case after playing 6 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight 7 Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high NOTE If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc i...

Page 186: ... radio volume be turned down or off during mobile phone operation when not using Uconnect if equipped General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Th...

Page 187: ...d three inner push buttons Recirculation A C Rear Window Defroster Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven tilation system in any mode The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the O OFF position There are seven blower speeds Manual Temperature Controls 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 ...

Page 188: ... radiator and through the condenser Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance Air Conditioning Control Push this button to engage the Air Con ditioning A light will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is engaged Rotating the dial left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler tempera tures while rotating right into the r...

Page 189: ...rect airflow NOTE The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers for maximum airflow to the rear Bi Level Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets NOTE For all settings except full cold or full hot there is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets The warmer air flows to the floor outlets This feature giv...

Page 190: ...hed This dehu midifies the air to help dry the windshield To improve fuel economy use these modes only when necessary Recirculation Control Pushing the Recirculation Control button will put the system in recirculation mode This can be used when outside conditions such as smoke odors dust or high humidity are pres ent Activating recirculation will cause the LED in the control button to illuminate C...

Page 191: ...losed opened for a minute each 15 minutes so the air can be changed to improve the vehicle cooling Rear Window Defrosting Push the Rear Defrost button to activate heated rear window defrosting This function switches OFF automatically after about 20 minutes or when the engine is turned OFF It is not switched on automatically the next time the engine is started If equipped push the Rear Defrost butt...

Page 192: ...on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column activates the additional rear heating air conditioning system vent NOTE The switch must be enabled for operation by the Upfitter Additional Rear Climate Control Switch 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 193: ...ion with these helpful quick tips It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect 5 0 system Key Features 5 0 Full Color Touchscreen Display Bluetooth With Integrated Voice Control GPS Navigation If Equipped Uconnect 5 0 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 ...

Page 194: ...e you give a Voice Command you must first push either the VR or PHONE button wait until after the beep then say your Voice Command 5 You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or PHONE button and saying a Voice Command from current category All you need to control your Uconnect system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel VR And Phone Buttons 1 Push To ...

Page 195: ...utton After the beep sayѧ Cancel to stop a current voice session Help to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands Repeat to listen to the system prompts again Notice the visual cues that inform you of your voice recognition system s status Cues appear on the touch screen Uconnect 5 0 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 ...

Page 196: ... Radio trial re quired Push the VR button After the beep sayѧ Tune to ninety five point five FM Tune to Satellite Channel Hits 1 TIP At any time if you are not sure of what to say or want to learn a Voice Command push the VR button and say Help The system will provide you with a list of commands Uconnect 5 0 Radio 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 197: ...follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist Change source to Bluetooth Change source to iPod Change source to USB Play artist Beethoven Play album Greatest Hits Play song Moonlight Sonata Play genre Classical TIP Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all of the music on your iPod or USB device Your Voice Command must match exactly how the artist album song and ge...

Page 198: ...FINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES Yes Stuck in traffic See you later No Start without me I ll be late Okay Where are you I will be number min utes late Call me Are you there yet I ll call you later I need directions See you in number of minutes I m on my way Can t talk right now I m lost Thanks TIP Your mobile phone must have the full imple mentation of the Message Access Profile MAP to take advant...

Page 199: ... all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc Yelp Yelp logo Yelp burst and related marks are registered trademarks of Yelp Uconnect System Support DriveUconnect com U S residents call 1 877 855 8400 Canadian residents call 1 800 465 2001 English or 1 800 387 9983 French Mon Fri 7 00 am 12 00 am ET Sat 8 00 am 10 00 pm ET Sun 9 00 am 5 00 pm ET 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P...

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Page 201: ...r Starting 203 䡵 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED 204 䡵 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 204 Key Ignition Park Interlock 206 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 206 Six Speed Automatic Transmission 206 䡵 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES 217 Acceleration 217 Traction 217 䡵 DRIVING THROUGH WATER 218 Flowing Rising Water 218 Shallow Standing Water 218 䡵 POWER STEERING 220 Power Steering Fluid Check 220 5 ...

Page 202: ...ION 233 Tire Markings 233 Tire Identification Number TIN 237 Tire Terminology And Definitions 239 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 240 䡵 TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION 245 Tire Pressure 245 Tire Inflation Pressures 246 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 248 Radial Ply Tires 248 Tire Types 249 Run Flat Tires If Equipped 251 Spare Tires If Equipped 251 Tire Spinning 254 Tread Wear Indicators 254 Life ...

Page 203: ...Gasoline 267 Materials Added To Fuel 268 Fuel System Cautions 268 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 269 䡵 ADDING FUEL 270 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 270 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 271 䡵 VEHICLE LOADING 272 Vehicle Certification Label 272 䡵 TRAILER TOWING 274 Common Towing Definitions 275 Towing Tips 286 䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC 288 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 288 Recreation...

Page 204: ... A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Automatic Transmission If Equipped The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL position before you can start the engine Depress the brake pedal before shifting to any driving gear NOTE You must press the brake pedal before shifting out of PARK Normal Starting NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtaine...

Page 205: ...ire causing serious personal injury CAUTION Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans mission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle To prevent damage to the starter do not continu ously crank the engine for more than 15 seco...

Page 206: ... It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Unintended movement o...

Page 207: ...he parking brake brake pedal or the transmission gear selector Do not leave the ignition key in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complet...

Page 208: ...s the brakes are applied To shift the transmission out of PARK the ignition switch must be turned to the ON RUN position engine running or not and the brake pedal must be pressed NOTE Swivel seats that are unlocked can also prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved out of the PARK position To shift the transmission out of the PARK position the first time after the cranking is allowed e...

Page 209: ...ears The transmission shift lever has PARK REVERSE NEU TRAL DRIVE and Electronic Range Select ERS shift positions Manual downshifts can be made using the ERS shift control refer to Electronic Range Select ERS Operation in this section for further information Mov ing the shift lever into the ERS position beside the DRIVE position displays the current gear in the instru ment cluster and prevents aut...

Page 210: ...his is especially important when the engine is cold PARK P This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission The engine can be started in this range Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range When parking on a level surface you may shift the transmission into PARK first and then apply the parking brake ...

Page 211: ...uld accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit Continued WARNING Continued someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is runnin...

Page 212: ...ve the vehicle The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi tion When shifting into PARK firmly move the shift lever all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is fully seated Look at the transmission gear position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position P With the brake pedal released verify the shift lever ...

Page 213: ...ing brake and shift the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle WARNING Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision CAUTION Towing the vehicle coasting or driving for any other reason with the transmissio...

Page 214: ...ssion life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup During cold temperatures transmission operation may be modified depending on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle speed This feature im proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to achieve maximum efficiency Engagement of the torque converter clutch is inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm refer to the N...

Page 215: ...desired gear range If the problem is no longer detected the transmission will return to normal operation NOTE Even if the transmission can be reset we recom mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience Your authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur If the transmission cannot be reset authorized dealer service is required ...

Page 216: ...op available gear To exit ERS mode simply return the shift lever to the DRIVE position WARNING Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid causing a collision or personal injury Instrument Cluster Display 1 2 3 4 5 6 D Actual Gear s Allowed 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 6 NOTE To select the proper gear position fo...

Page 217: ...ad etc and frequent transmission shifting oc curs push the TOW HAUL switch to activate TOW HAUL mode This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting When operating in TOW HAUL mode transmission upshifts are delayed and the trans mission will automatically downshift for engine brak ing during steady braking maneuvers The TOW H...

Page 218: ... km of driving Because sixth gear is disabled and engine speed is higher when the torque converter clutch is not engaged it may seem as if the transmission is not shifting properly when cold This is normal Using the Electronic Range Select ERS shift control when the transmission is sufficiently warm will demonstrate that the transmis sion is able to shift into and out of Overdrive If the vehicle h...

Page 219: ...is likely to be poor traction ice snow wet mud loose sand etc Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface This is hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precautions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when t...

Page 220: ...tal to you your passengers and others around you Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Cautions and Warnings before doing so WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water Driving through standing water limits your ve...

Page 221: ...ving through standing water may cause damage to your vehicle s drivetrain components Always inspect your vehicle s fluids i e engine oil trans mission axle etc for signs of contamination i e fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance after driving through standing water Do not continue to operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami nated as this may result in further damage Such damage is not...

Page 222: ...ing system Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steer ing 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 CAUTION Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperat...

Page 223: ...luid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level With a clean cloth wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further informa tion PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle make sure that the parking brake is fully applied The parking brake lever is located on the outboard side of the drivers seat To app...

Page 224: ...e parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle WARNING Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever C...

Page 225: ...ure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury CAUTION If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released a brake system malfunction is indicated Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability the remain...

Page 226: ...le braking capability during emergency braking maneu vers Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System ABS The Four Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking con ditions The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock up and to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces The system s pump motor runs during an AB...

Page 227: ... safety of others When you are in a severe braking condition involving the use of the ABS you will experience some pedal drop as the vehicle comes to a stop This is the result of the system reverting to the base brake system Engagement of the ABS may be accompanied by a pulsing sensation You may also hear a clicking noise These occurrences are normal and indicate that the system is functioning pro...

Page 228: ...hysics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded Continued WARNING Continued The TCS cannot prevent collisions including those resulting from excessive speed in turns or hydro planing The capabilities of a TCS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others Brake Assist System BAS...

Page 229: ...ty Control ESC The Electronic Stability Control ESC enhances direc tional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESC corrects for over under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over under steer condition Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path ESC uses sensors in ...

Page 230: ...hicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others ESC Operating Modes The ESC Off switch is located in the center switch bank next to the hazard flasher switch ESC On This mode is the normal operating mode for ESC equipped vehicles Whenever the vehicle is started the ESC system will be in this mode This mode should be u...

Page 231: ... disabled and the enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC system is reduced Continued WARNING Continued Trailer Sway Control TSC is disabled when the ESC system is in the ⴖPartial Offⴖ mode NOTE To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with snow chains or starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch to the Partial Off mode by pushing the ESC Off switch Once th...

Page 232: ...ight also flashes when TCS is active If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash during ac celeration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions NOTE The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light and the ESC OFF Indicator Light come on momen tarily each time the ignition switch...

Page 233: ...may feel the brakes being applied to individual wheels to attempt to stop the trailer from swaying TSC is disabled when the ESC system is in the Partial Off mode WARNING If TSC activates while driving slow the vehicle down stop at the nearest safe location and adjust the trailer load to eliminate trailer sway Hill Start Assist HSA The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when starting a veh...

Page 234: ...tivate if the vehicle is placed in NEUTRAL or PARK WARNING There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded vehicle or while pulling a trailer when the system will not activate and slight rolling may occur This could cause a collision with another vehicle or object Always remember the driver is responsible for brak ing the vehicle Towing With HSA HSA will provide assistance when starting on a ...

Page 235: ... braking the vehicle HSA is not a parking brake If you stop the vehicle on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK and using the parking brake it will roll down the hill and could cause a collision with another ve hicle or object Always remember to use the park ing brake while parking on a hill and that the driver is responsible for braking the vehicle TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings...

Page 236: ...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 designed for temporary emergency use only Temporary high pressure com pact spare tires have the letter T or S molded into t...

Page 237: ...rds or ⴖ blank ⴖ Passenger car tire based on European design standards or LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards or T or S Temporary spare tire or 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 235 145 Section width in millimeters mm 65 85 80 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire or 10 5 Section width in inches in 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 235 ...

Page 238: ...he maximum load a tire can carry H Speed Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits 236 STARTING AND OPERATIN...

Page 239: ...y Maximum Pressure Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including the date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire Look for the TIN on the outboard si...

Page 240: ...e tire size two digits ABCD Code used by the tire manufacturer one to four digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured two digits 01 means the year 2001 Prior to July 2000 tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire w...

Page 241: ...measured in units of PSI pounds per square inch or kPa kilopascals Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placard...

Page 242: ...rmation Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar or the rear edge of the driver s side door Example Tire Placard Location Door Example Tire Placard Location B Pillar 240 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 243: ...ty of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the Vehicle Loading section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWRs for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded...

Page 244: ...bined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if XXX amount equals 1 400 lbs 635 kg and there will be five 150 lb 68 kg passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and lugga...

Page 245: ...go luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and num ber and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 392 kg 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 243 ...

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Page 247: ... Safety and Vehicle Stability Economy Tread Wear Ride Comfort Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in overheating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Overinflated or under inflated tir...

Page 248: ...esponse Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Fuel Economy Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance resulting in higher fuel consumption Tread Wear Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnor mal wear patterns and reduced tread life resulting in the need for earlier tire replacement Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability Proper...

Page 249: ...re after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after sitting for a minimum of three hours The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side wall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures ...

Page 250: ...era tion Refer to your authorized tire dealer or original equipment vehicle dealer for recommended safe operat ing speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi mum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious collision Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous...

Page 251: ... provide traction for all seasons spring summer fall and winter Traction levels may vary be tween different all season tires All season tires can be identified by the M S M S M S or MS designation on the tire sidewall Use all season tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Summer Or Three Season Tires If Equipped Summer tires provide ...

Page 252: ...snow tires select tires equivalent in size and type to the origi nal equipment tires Use snow tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph 120 km h For speeds above 75 mph 120 km h re...

Page 253: ...run flat mode See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor mation Spare Tires If Equipped NOTE For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead of a spare tire please refer to Tire Service Kit in What To Do In Emergencies for further information CAUTION Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a compact or limited use tempora...

Page 254: ...ed tread life the original equip ment tire should be repaired or replaced and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first opportunity Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any given time WARNING Compac...

Page 255: ...his spare This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle but it is not Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire replace or repair the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity WARNING Limited use spares are for emergency use only In ...

Page 256: ...rous 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 than 30 mph 48 km h for more than 30 seconds continu ously when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help ...

Page 257: ... abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in the need for earlier tire replace ment Distance driven Performance tires tires with a speed rating of V or higher and summer tires typically have a reduced tread life Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main tenance schedule is highly recommended WARNING Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the rem...

Page 258: ...ual for more information relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle s handling If you ever replace a wheel make sure that the wheel s specifications match those of the original wheels It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer or original ...

Page 259: ...have a collision Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read ings TIRE CHAINS TRACTION DEVICES Use of traction devices require sufficient tire to body clearance Follow these recommendations to g...

Page 260: ...rs that could indicate device breakage Remove the damaged parts of the device before further use Continued CAUTION Continued Install device as tightly as possible and then re tighten after driving about mile 0 8 km Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps especially with a loaded vehicle Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave ment Observe the tr...

Page 261: ...gns such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed The suggested rotation method is the rearward cross shown in the fol...

Page 262: ... as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pressure The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for any reason including low temperature effects or natural pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condition e...

Page 263: ...re Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold tire pres sure value CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warnings have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system op eration or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that...

Page 264: ...g on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte nance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge even if under infla...

Page 265: ...Telltale Light will illumi nate in the instrument cluster an audible chime will be activated and the Check tire pressure text message will display when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible check the inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle and inflate each tire to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure valu...

Page 266: ...nsors NOTE Your vehicle is equipped with a regular size spare wheel 1 The spare tire has a tire pressure monitoring sensor but it is not monitored until it is mounted in place of any of the existing four road tires 2 If you install the spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit upon the next ignition key cycle a chime will sound and the Tire Pressur...

Page 267: ...4MA4 Single FUEL REQUIREMENTS 3 6L Engine This engine is designed to meet all emis sions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when us ing high quality unleaded regular gaso line having an octane rating of 87 The use of premium gasoline is not recommended as it will not provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these en gines Light spark knock at low engine speeds is no...

Page 268: ...eformulated gasoline will provide im proved performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as ethanol CAUTION DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso line containing more than 10 Ethanol Use of these blends may result in starting and drivability prob lems damage critical fuel system...

Page 269: ...soline Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane Gasoline blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and reduces emissions system performance in some vehicles The manufacturer recomme...

Page 270: ...system Continued CAUTION Continued An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser vice Contact your authorized dealer for service assistance The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane ...

Page 271: ... the engine in a closed area such as Continued WARNING Continued 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 against carbon monoxide with proper main tenance Have the exhaust syst...

Page 272: ...esult from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system and may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL to turn on due to fuel vapors escaping from the system To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed...

Page 273: ...e sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged a Check fuel cap message will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center in Understand ing Your Instrument Panel for further i...

Page 274: ...manufacture Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR rear Vehicle Identification Number VIN Type of Vehicle Month Day and Hour of Manufacture MDH The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers and cargo The total l...

Page 275: ...ze listed Inflation Pressure This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for all loading conditions up to full GAWR Curb Weight The curb weight 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 weigh...

Page 276: ...ssible Stow all loose items securely before driving If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you have exceeded either GAWR but the total load is within the specified GVWR you must redistribute the weight Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate NOTE Refer to the Vehicle Certification Label affixed to the rear...

Page 277: ...porary loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for operation condition The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly Make sure that ...

Page 278: ...on to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling If equipped the electronic Trailer Sway Control TSC recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies individual wheel brakes and or reduces engine power to attempt to eliminate the trailer sway Weight Carrying Hitch A weight carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or...

Page 279: ...control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights TW and may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration loading to comply with Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR requirements WARNING An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling stability braking performance and could result in a collision Weight Distributing...

Page 280: ...sification Definitions Class Max Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight GTW towable for your given drivetrain All trailer hitches shou...

Page 281: ...h 60 to 65 of the weight in the front of the trailer This places 10 to 15 of the Gross Trailer Weight GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions Never exceed ...

Page 282: ...of occupants and cargo for your vehicle Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle drivetrain components the following guidelines are recommended CAUTION Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 805 km the new vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 805 km that a trailer is towed do not drive over 50 mp...

Page 283: ... control poor performance or dam age to brakes axle engine transmission steering suspension chassis structure or tires Continued WARNING Continued Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with trailers should no...

Page 284: ... Refer to Tires General Information in Starting And Oper ating for proper tire inflation procedures Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres sures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to Tires General Information in Starting And Operating for the proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to Tires General I...

Page 285: ... trailers in excess of 2 000 lbs 907 kg 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 a collision Towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance When towing you should allow for addi tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front ...

Page 286: ...are required for motoring safety The Trailer Tow Package may include a four and seven pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer har ness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness Trailer Electrical Connector Location 1 Four Pin Connector Location 2 Seven Pin Connector Location 284 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 287: ...iler connector Refer to the following illustrations Four Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn Seven Pin Connector 1 Battery 5 Ground 2 Backup Lamps 6 Left Stop Turn 3 Right Stop Turn 7 Running Lamps 4 Electric Brakes 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 ...

Page 288: ...a lower gear range using the Electronic Range Select ERS shift control NOTE Using a lower gear range while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking Tow Haul Mode To reduce the potential for automatic transmission over heating activat...

Page 289: ... cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over heating take the following actions City Driving When stopped for short periods shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily 5 STARTING AND OPERA...

Page 290: ... the Ground Automatic Transmission Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front OK Rear NOT ALLOWED On Trailer ALL OK NOTE When recreationally towing your vehicle always follow applicable state and provincial laws Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional details 288 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 291: ...dolly 3 Firmly apply the parking brake Place the transmis sion in PARK 4 Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly follow ing the dolly manufacturer s instructions 5 Release the parking brake CAUTION DO NOT flat tow this vehicle Damage to the drivetrain will result If this vehicle requires tow ing make sure the drive wheels are OFF the ground Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re qu...

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Page 293: ...re Service Kit Storage 296 Tire Service Kit Components And Operation 296 Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions 297 Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit 300 䡵 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING 306 Jack Location 307 Removing The Spare Tire 307 Preparations 311 Jacking Instructions 312 Wheel Covers 322 䡵 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES 322 Preparations For Jump Start 323 Jump Starting Procedure 324 Battery Location 32...

Page 294: ...䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE 328 䡵 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE 329 䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 330 Automatic Transmission 331 292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 295: ...s placed in the OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action On the highways slow down In city traffic while stopped place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase the engine idle speed NOTE There are steps th...

Page 296: ... hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Proper lug nut bolt torque is very important to ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle Any time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the vehicle the lug nuts bolts should be torque...

Page 297: ...particles Tighten the lug nuts bolts in a star pattern until each nut bolt has been tightened twice After 25 miles 40 km check the lug nut bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts bolts are properly seated against the wheel Wheel Mounting Surface Torque Patterns 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 295 ...

Page 298: ...Kit can be used in outside temperatures down to approxi mately 4 F 20 C This kit will provide a temporary tire seal allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles 160 km with a maximum speed of 55 mph 90 km h Tire Service Kit Storage The Tire Service Kit is located under the passenger seat Tire Service Kit Components And Operation Tire Service Kit Components 1 Sealant Bottle 5 Mode Select Knob...

Page 299: ...when selecting this mode Using The Power Button Push and release the Power Button 4 once to turn On the Tire Service Kit Push and release the Power Button 4 again to turn Off the Tire Service Kit Using The Deflation Button Push the Deflation Button 2 to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes over inflated Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions Replace the Tire Service Kit Sealant Bottle 1 a...

Page 300: ...free of debris before connecting the Tire Service Kit You can use the Tire Service Kit air pump to inflate bicycle tires The kit also comes with two needles located in the Accessory Storage Compartment on the bottom of the air pump for inflating sport balls rafts or similar inflatable items However use only the Air Pump Hose 7 and make sure the Mode Select Knob 5 is in the Air Mode when inflating ...

Page 301: ...WARNING Continued Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat source A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place provided Failure to follow these warn ings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Take care not to allow the c...

Page 302: ...ound This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hoses 6 and 7 to reach the valve stem and keep the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground This will provide the best positioning of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the air pump Move the vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in this position before proceeding 3 Place the transmission in PARK auto transmission or in ...

Page 303: ...alant Hose 6 and into the tire NOTE Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the tire If the sealant white fluid does not flow within 0 10 seconds through the Sealant Hose 6 1 Push the Power Button 4 to turn Off the Tire Service Kit Disconnect the Sealant Hose 6 from the valve stem Make sure the valve stem is free of debris Reconnect the Sealant Hose 6 to the valve stem Check that the Mode Sel...

Page 304: ...ty Continue to operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver side latch pillar recommended pressure Check the tire pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge 3 If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi 1 8 Bar pressure within 15 minutes The tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further Call for assistance NOTE ...

Page 305: ... result in sealant contacting internal Tire Service Kit components which may cause permanent damage to the kit D Drive Vehicle Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire drive the vehicle 5 miles 8 km or 10 minutes to ensure distribution of the Tire Service Kit Sealant within the tire Do not exceed 55 mph 90 km h WARNING Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair Have the...

Page 306: ...further Call for assistance If the tire pressure is 19 psi 1 3 Bar or higher 1 Push the Power Button 4 to turn on Tire Service Kit and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire and loading information label on the driver side door opening NOTE If the tire becomes over inflated push the Defla tion Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recom mended inflation pressure before continui...

Page 307: ...recessed area under the sealant bottle 3 Push the Sealant Bottle release button The Sealant Bottle 1 will pop up Remove the bottle and dispose of it accordingly 4 Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire Service Kit housing 5 Position the new Sealant Bottle 1 in the housing so that the Sealant Hose 6 aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing Push the bottle into the housing An audible...

Page 308: ... could be crushed Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Continued WARNING Continued Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for servic...

Page 309: ...oving The Spare Tire 1 Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the vehicle Attach the lug bolt adapter to the winch extension and insert it into the winch mechanism Jack Location Jack Tools 1 Winch Extension 2 Lug Bolt Adapter 3 Wrench Handle 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 307 ...

Page 310: ...cle to the right of the spare tire 2 Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle Winch Location Winch Extension 308 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 311: ... extension tube only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch 3 Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain access to the spare tire retainer Lowering Spare Tire Spare Tire 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 309 ...

Page 312: ...tainer nut prior to removing the retainer from the wheel 5 Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of the cable Retainer Nut Lifting Spare Tire 310 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 313: ...t to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 2 Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher 3 Set the parking brake firmly 4 Set an automatic transmission in PARK a manual transmission in REVERSE Retainer 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 311 ...

Page 314: ... follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in PARK a manual transmission in REV...

Page 315: ... 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 flat or inflated are securely stowed spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this veh...

Page 316: ...n while the wheel is still on the ground 2 There are two jack engagement locations on each side of the vehicle body CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated Assembled Jack Jacking Engagement Locations 314 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 317: ... location is located behind the front tire and in front of the driver passenger door WARNING Being under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never get any part of your body Continued Rear Jacking Location Front Jacking Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 315 ...

Page 318: ...e tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 5 Remove the wheel lug bolts For vehicles with wheel covers remove the cover from...

Page 319: ... 8 Refer to Torque Specifications in this section for proper wheel lug bolt torque 9 Lower the jack to its fully closed position 10 Stow the damaged wheel spare tire with the cable and wheel spacer before driving the vehicle 11 Install the winch extension and rotate the wrench handle clockwise until the winch mechanism indi cation window turns yellow and the operator hears 3 clicks from the device...

Page 320: ...Winch Mechanism Properly Engaged Yellow DOT Will Appear In The Winch Indication Window Winch Mechanism NOT Properly Engaged Black Window Will Appear 318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 321: ...eek dealer assis tance to the winch mechanism 12 Stow the jack jack handle and winch handle tools back in the storage compartment WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immediately 13 Check the spare tire...

Page 322: ...racket and bolts from the storage bag in the glove compartment 2 Take the retainer and position it inside the circular bracket 3 Tighten the knob on the bolt to secure it to the bracket Adapter Bracket Union Securing The Bracket 320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 323: ... the sup plied bolts fasten the wheel to the adapter using the bolt install wrench Tighten the bolts with the wrench extension and wrench handle 5 Follow the steps above for proper spare tire stowage Alloy Wheel Mounting Wheel Bolts Attaching To Mounting Bracket 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 ...

Page 324: ...n another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully NOTE When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer s operating instructions and precautions CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 ...

Page 325: ...ver s side The Remote Positive Post is covered with a protective cap located on the side of the Front Power Distribution Center The Remote Negative Post is located on the core support closest to the front of the vehicle Jump Starting Remote Post Locations A Remote Positive Post B Remote Negative Post 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 ...

Page 326: ...y from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to the OFF position 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories 3 If using another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF WARNING Do not allow vehicles to touch each...

Page 327: ... of the jumper cable to the negative post of the booster battery 4 Connect the opposite end of the negative jumper cable to the remote negative post of the discharged vehicle NOTE The remote negative post is located in the front of the engine compartment on the driver s side WARNING Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electri cal spark could...

Page 328: ...the opposite end of the positive jumper cable from the remote positive post of the dis charged vehicle 5 Close the cover of the Front Power Distribution Center If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system in spected at your authorized dealer CAUTION Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle s batter...

Page 329: ...starting posts under the hood which is the recommended jump start location If access to the battery is needed an access panel on the driver s side floor will allow for battery access Access Panel Battery Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 ...

Page 330: ...cles This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle NOTE Push the ESC Off switch to place the Electronic Stability Control ESC system in Partial Off mode before rocking the vehicle Refer to Electronic Brake Control System in Starting And Operating for further information Once the vehicle has been freed push the ESC Off sw...

Page 331: ...shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever 1 Turn the engine off 2 Firmly apply the parking brake 3 Using a small screwdriver or similar tool remove the shift lever override access cover which is located below the shift lever 4 Push and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal 5 Insert the screwdriver or similar too...

Page 332: ...Lift or Dolly Tow Rear Front OK Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose following equip ment manufacturer s instructions Use of safety chains is mandatory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated brack...

Page 333: ...lt from improper towing Automatic Transmission The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed If flatbed equipment is not available and the transmis sion is operable this vehicle may be towed with front wheels on the ground under the following conditions The transmission must be in NEUTRAL The towing speed must not exceed 25 mph 40 km h The towi...

Page 334: ...vere transmission damage Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re quirements can cause severe transmission damage Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty 332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 335: ...E PROGRAMS 337 䡵 REPLACEMENT PARTS 339 䡵 DEALER SERVICE 339 䡵 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 339 Engine Oil 340 Engine Oil Filter 343 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 343 Exhaust System 344 Maintenance Free Battery 346 Air Conditioner Maintenance 347 Body Lubrication 350 Windshield Wiper Blades 350 Cooling System 352 Brake System 358 Automatic Transmission 3 6L Gasoline Engine Only 360 7 ...

Page 336: ... 䡵 REPLACEMENT BULBS 382 䡵 BULB REPLACEMENT 383 Headlamps Low Beam And High beam 383 Front Turn Signal Parking Lamps 384 Daytime Running Lamp DRL Front Side Marker Lamp 385 Front Fog Lamps 385 Front Rear Roof Lamps 386 Rear Tail Stop Backup Turn Signal And Rear Side Marker Lamps 386 䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES 387 䡵 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 388 Engine 388 Chassis 390 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 337: ...RTMENT 3 6L 1 Washer Solvent Reservoir 5 Power Distribution Center Fuses 2 Engine Oil Fill 6 Coolant Reservoir 3 Engine Oil Dipstick 7 Power Steering Reservoir 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 ...

Page 338: ...n the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL 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 MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel...

Page 339: ... problem is detected twice in a row the system will turn on the MIL Resolving the problem will turn the MIL 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 v...

Page 340: ...nd you should not proceed to the I M station The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you place the ignition in the off position 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 dealer or repair facility If your vehicle was recently serviced...

Page 341: ...ore attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job tak...

Page 342: ...mited Warranty If a flush is needed because of component malfunction use only the specified fluid for the flushing procedure Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed en...

Page 343: ...tion under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of 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 CAUTION ...

Page 344: ...ed when SAE 5W 20 engine oil meeting MS 6395 is not available Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom mended oil quality requirements are met and the recom mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed Materials Added To Engine Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad dition of any additives other than leak detection dyes to ...

Page 345: ... the Maintenance Schedule for the proper main tenance intervals WARNING The air induction system air cleaner hoses etc can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air ...

Page 346: ... compartment In addition have the exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO refer to Safety Tips Exhaust Gas in Things To Know Before Starti...

Page 347: ...ld cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and vehicle Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties...

Page 348: ...dic main tenance required WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area imme diately with large amounts of water Refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies for further information...

Page 349: ...g voltage Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer f...

Page 350: ...efrigerant Recovery And Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro carbon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment NOTE Use only manufacturer approved A C system ...

Page 351: ...lace the filter 1 Remove the two screws that secure the filter retainer to the fresh air inlet and remove the filter retainer 2 Remove and replace the A C air filter from the filter retainer 1 Screw Locations 2 Fresh Air Inlet 1 Fresh Air Inlet 2 A C Air Filter 3 A C Air Filter Retainer 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 ...

Page 352: ...cating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching components to ensure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood latch release mecha nism 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 quali...

Page 353: ...eld washer solvent not radiator antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out any residual water The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution Aft...

Page 354: ...ne coolant antifreeze protection every 12 months before the onset of freezing weather where applicable If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh OAT coolant conforming to MS 12106 only by an authorized dealer Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden...

Page 355: ... Organic Additive Technology OAT en gine coolant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection Organic Additive Technology OAT engine cool ant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology HOAT en gine coolant antifreeze or any globally compat ible coolant antifreeze If a non OAT engine coolant antifreeze is introduced into the cooling ...

Page 356: ...llows extended maintenance intervals This engine coolant antifreeze can be used up to ten years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km before replacement To pre vent reducing this extended maintenance period it is important that you use the same engine coolant OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology OAT e...

Page 357: ... s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated NOTE Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant properly Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to severe internal engine damage If any coolant is needed to be added to the system please contact your local authorized de...

Page 358: ...ent scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure Continued WARNING Continued Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle Personal injury or en gine damage may result Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local a...

Page 359: ...reeze to enter the radiator If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant expansion bottle If engine coolant antifreeze needs to be added the contents of the coolant expansion bottle ...

Page 360: ...odically Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency Master Cylinder Brake Fl...

Page 361: ...aintaining Your Vehicle for further information Continued WARNING Continued Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your brake system and or impair its perfor mance The proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder reservoir To avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture use only new brake fluid or...

Page 362: ...transmission fluid to ensure optimum transmission performance and life Use only the manufacturer s specified transmission fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section for fluid specifications It is important to maintain the transmission fluid at the correct level using the recommended fluid No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission only the approved lubricant sho...

Page 363: ... Warranty Fluid Level Check The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating conditions Routine fluid level checks are not required therefore the transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is provided Your authorized dealer can check your trans mission fluid level using a special service dipstick If you notice fluid leakage or transmission mal...

Page 364: ...he metal in your vehicle Outside parking which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and under body protection The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your...

Page 365: ...ch the paint Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish CAUTION Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder that will scratch metal and painted surfaces Use of power washers exceeding 1 200 psi 8 274 kPa can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Special Care If you drive on salted or...

Page 366: ...oads consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Wheel And Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive b...

Page 367: ... tough stains apply MOPAR 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 Multi Purpose Cleaner to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products Interior Care Instrument Pane...

Page 368: ... a soft cloth and MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather condi tioner is not required to maintain the original condition CAUTION Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purpos...

Page 369: ... defrosters or windows equipped with radio antennas Do not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements When cleaning the rear view mirror spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning ...

Page 370: ...fter a collision if they have been damaged i e bent retractor torn web bing etc Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders Removal Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer starting at one edge to ease removal Cleaning The liner is top shelf dishwasher safe or you may follow the cleaning procedure below Soak the liner in a mixture of medium hot tap water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish ...

Page 371: ... blown fuse with metal wires or any other material Failure to use proper fuses may result in serious personal injury fire and or property damage Continued WARNING Continued Before replacing a fuse make sure that the ignition is off and that all the other services are switched off and or disengaged If the replaced fuse blows again contact an autho rized dealer If a general protection fuse for safet...

Page 372: ...cated on the driver s side of the engine compartment To access the fuses remove the cover The ID number of the electrical component correspond ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover Front Power Distribution Center 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 373: ...Diesel Engine F04 50 Amp Red 3 6 Gasoline Engine Secondary Power Distribution Center PDC Trans Power Relay Vacuum Pump KL30 for the Shifter Transmission Module STM 3 6 Gasoline Engine F04 40 Amp Orange 3 0 Diesel Engine Fuel Filter Heater 3 0 Diesel Engine F05 30 Amp Green SELESPEED Pump RELE 3 0 Diesel Engine If Equipped F06 40 Amp Orange non A C 60 Amp Blue A C Engine Cooling Fan 2nd Speed 7 MAI...

Page 374: ...P DRV 3 0 Diesel Engine If Equipped F14 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet F15 7 5 Amp Brown USB Charger F16 7 5 Amp Brown KL15 Shifter Transmission Module STM 3 6 KL15 Starter Relay Coil 3 6 Gasoline Engine F16 7 5 Amp Brown KL15 Manual Transmission Automated MTA KL15 Shift Lever Unit KL15 Engine Control Module ECM KL15 Starter Relay Coil 3 0 Diesel Engine F17 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module ECM Inje...

Page 375: ...nsmission Automated MTA KL30 Engine Control Module ECM KL30 Main Relay Coil 3 0 Diesel Engine F19 7 5 Amp Brown A C Compressor If Equipped F20 30 Amp Green Windshield Wiper F21 15 Amp Blue Fuel Pump F22 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module ECM Ignition Coils 3 6 Gasoline Engine F22 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module ECM Primary Loads 3 0 Diesel Engine F23 20 Amp Yellow Electronic Stability Control...

Page 376: ...n KL15 Vacuum pump relay coil 3 6 Gasoline Engine If Equipped F30 15 Amp Blue Heated Mirrors Front PDC Additional Fuses The additional fuse box is located inside the front PDC Box Front Power Distribution Center Additional Fuses 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 377: ...een Transmission Power RELE 3 6 Gasoline Engine If Equipped F64 7 5 Amp Brown Urea Pump 3 0 Diesel Engine If Equipped F65 25 Amp White Urea NOX Sensor 1 2 PM Sensor 3 0 Diesel Engine If Equipped F66 5 Amp Beige Shifter Transmission Module STM 3 6 Gasoline Engine If Equipped 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 ...

Page 378: ...Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module BCM and is located on the driver s side under the instrument panel Fuse Panel 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 379: ...Fuse Panel Cavity Locations 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 ...

Page 380: ...wn Clearance Lights F36 15 Amp Blue 30 ACM TPCU RRM DLC F37 5 Amp Beige INT BRAKE NO IPC F38 15 Amp Blue Central Locking F42 5 Amp Beige INT BSM SAS BRAKE NC F43 20 Amp Yellow Bi Directional Washer Pump F47 20 Amp Yellow Driver Power Window F48 20 Amp Yellow Passenger Power Window F49 5 Amp Beige INT PAM CCS RRM ECM 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 381: ...Amp Brown INT ORC F51 5 Amp Beige INT REAR CAMERA AUX F53 5 Amp Beige 30 IPC F90 7 5 Amp Brown Left High Beam F91 7 5 Amp Brown Right High Beam F92 7 5 Amp Brown Left Fog Lamp F93 7 5 Amp Brown Right Fog Lamp 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 ...

Page 382: ...Right Central Pillar Fuses The right central pillar fuse panel is located on the interior side at the base of the passenger side B pillar Fuse Panel Location Fuse Panel 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 383: ...take these steps to protect your battery Disconnect the negative cable from the battery Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service e g vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is sta...

Page 384: ... Number Daytime Running Lamps If Equipped 7440 Front Side Marker Lamps WY5W Rear Tail Stop Lamps 7443 Rear Turn Signal Lamps 7440NA Rear Backup Lamps 921 Rear Side Marker Lamps W3W Front Fog Lamps H11 License Plate Lamps C5W Front Roof Lamps WY5W Rear Roof Lamps W3W NOTE Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer If a bulb needs to be replaced visit yo...

Page 385: ...ws 2 on upper headlamp filler panel 3 Remove upper screw 1 from headlamp housing 4 Remove lower screws 2 from headlamp housing 5 Pull Headlamp forward 6 Remove appropriate plastic cap from the back of the headlamp housing 7 Push down on the upper portion of the socket 8 Pull the socket outward from reflector 9 Pull bulb outward from socket 10 Install new bulb 11 Push socket back into reflector unt...

Page 386: ... screw 1 from headlamp housing 4 Remove lower screws 2 from headlamp housing 5 Pull Headlamp forward 6 Rotate the bulb counter clockwise and remove 7 Install the bulb into socket and rotate bulb socket clockwise into lamp locking it in place 8 Carefully reinstall headlamp in the same position on the vehicle so as not to affect headlamp aiming 9 Install upper screw 1 on headlamp housing 10 Install ...

Page 387: ...ulb by pulling straight out 7 Replace lamp as required and lock in place 8 Reinstall plastic cap 9 Carefully reinstall headlamp in the same position on the vehicle so as not to affect headlamp aiming 10 Install upper screw 1 on headlamp housing 11 Install lower screws 2 on headlamp housing 12 Carefully reinstall screw 1 on lower headlamp filler panel 13 Carefully reinstall screws 2 on upper headla...

Page 388: ... and replace as needed 4 Reinstall the bulb socket and rotate clockwise to lock in place 5 Reinstall lamp Rear Tail Stop Backup Turn Signal And Rear Side Marker Lamps 1 Open rear doors 2 Remove the two screws and remove the tail lamp 3 Remove the tail stop turn signal backup and rear side marker bulb socket by rotating counter clockwise 4 Remove the bulb and replace as needed 5 Reinstall bulb sock...

Page 389: ...allons 90 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3 6L Engine SAE 5W 20 API Certified 6 Quarts 5 6 Liters Cooling System 3 6L Engine MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 10 5 Quarts 10 Liters 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 ...

Page 390: ...f Chrysler Material Standard MS 90032 Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the require ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil and Shell Helix Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filters Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs Fuel Selection 87 O...

Page 391: ...into the cooling system in an emergency the cooling system will need to be drained flushed and refilled with fresh OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 by an au thorized dealer as soon as possible Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the radi...

Page 392: ...nsmission Fluid Fail ure to use ATF 4 fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission We recommend MOPAR ATF 4 Fluid Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 4 Power Steering Reservoir Use Pentosin CHF 11S power steering fluid meeting Chrysler Material Standard MS 11655 390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 393: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 392 Maintenance Chart 394 8 ...

Page 394: ... early as 3 500 miles 5 600 km since last reset Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 500 miles 805 km Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Electronic V...

Page 395: ...nce schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System Change oil and filter Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregu lar wear even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required Inspect brake pads shoes rotors drums hoses and pa...

Page 396: ...0 000 120 000 130 000 140 000 150 000 Or Years 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Or Kilometers 32 000 48 000 64 000 80 000 96 000 112 000 128 000 144 000 160 000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints X X X X X Inspect front suspension tie rod ends boot seals and replace if necessary X X X X X X X Inspect the brake pads replace as necessary X X X X X X...

Page 397: ...0 64 000 80 000 96 000 112 000 128 000 144 000 160 000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter X X X X X Replace cabin air conditioning filter X X X X X X X Replace Brake Fluid every two years X X X X X X X Replace spark plugs 3 6L engine X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever comes first X X 8 MAINT...

Page 398: ...2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Or Kilometers 32 000 48 000 64 000 80 000 96 000 112 000 128 000 144 000 160 000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter X X Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary X The spark plug change interval is mileage based only yearly intervals do not apply 396 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 399: ...nd the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve hicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 397 ...

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Page 401: ...ith Requests 401 䡵 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE 401 FCA USA LLC Customer Center 402 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 403 In Mexico Contact 403 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 403 Service Contract 404 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION 405 䡵 MOPAR PARTS 405 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 405 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 405 In Canada 406 9 ...

Page 402: ...䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 406 䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 407 Treadwear 407 Traction Grades 408 Temperature Grades 408 400 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 403: ...og let the service advisor know Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many 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 ...

Page 404: ... still not satisfied talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer They want to know if you need assistance If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the concern you may contact the manufacturer s customer center Any communication to the manufacturer s customer center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Autho...

Page 405: ...ufacturer has installed special TDD Telecommuni cation Devices for the Deaf equipment at its customer center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay serv...

Page 406: ...le for any service contract other than the manufacturer s service contract If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s service contract and you require service after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires please refer to the contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchase...

Page 407: ...tes 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 Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying the manufacturer If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a reca...

Page 408: ...er mailing your payment please call for an order form NOTE A street address is required when ordering manu als no P O Boxes Service Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor mation that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing troubleshooting problem solving main taining servicing and repairing FCA US LLC vehicles A complete working knowledge of the vehicle syst...

Page 409: ...N UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration The specific grade rating assigned by the tire s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The Treadwear grade is...

Page 410: ...tion cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire ...

Page 411: ...s established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive load ing either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 409 ...

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Page 414: ...ht 50 Transporting Pets 61 Air Bag Deployment 38 Air Bag Light 48 Air Bag Maintenance 50 Air Cleaner Engine Engine Air Cleaner Filter 343 Air Conditioner Maintenance 347 Air Conditioning 185 Air Conditioning Controls 185 Air Conditioning Filter 348 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 347 Air Conditioning System 185 Air Pressure Tires 246 Alarm Security Alarm 15 Alarm System Security Alarm 15 Alterations ...

Page 415: ... Transmitter Replacement RKE 18 Belts Seat 65 Body Builders Guide 6 Body Mechanism Lubrication 350 B Pillar Location 240 Brake Assist System 226 Brake Control System Electronic 224 Brake Fluid 390 Brake Parking 221 Brake System 223 Anti Lock ABS 224 Fluid Check 358 Parking 221 Warning Light 128 Brake Transmission Interlock 206 Bulb Replacement 382 Bulbs Light 67 Camera Rear 111 Capacities Fluid 38...

Page 416: ... Children And Child Restraints 55 Cigar Lighter 118 Clean Air Gasoline 266 Climate Control 185 Manual 185 Cold Weather Operation 203 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 183 Compact Spare Tire 252 Console Overhead 114 Contract Service 404 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 356 Cooling System 352 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 354 Coolant Capacity 387 Coolant Level 352 Disposal Of Used Coolant 356 Drain Flush And...

Page 417: ... 330 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 356 Door Locks 20 Door Locks Automatic 22 Driving Through Flowing Rising Or Shallow Standing Water 218 Electric Remote Mirrors 73 Electronic Brake Control System 224 Brake Assist System 226 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 101 Electronic Stability Control ESC 227 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Exit Trip 147 New Trip 146 Start Of Trip Proce...

Page 418: ...ting 203 Fuel Requirements 265 Jump Starting 322 Oil 340 Oil Selection 341 Oil Synthetic 342 Overheating 293 Starting 202 Engine Oil Viscosity 342 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 342 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 48 Entry System Illuminated 16 Ethanol 266 Event Data Recorder 51 Exhaust Gas Caution 64 Exhaust System 64 Exterior Lighting 92 Exterior Lights 67 Fabric Care 365 Filters Air Cleaner 343 ...

Page 419: ...ne Parts 388 Fog Lights 94 Four Way Hazard Flasher 293 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 328 Fuel 265 Adding 270 Additives 268 Clean Air 266 Ethanol 266 Filler Cap Gas Cap 270 Gasoline 265 Gauge 128 Light 128 Materials Added 268 Methanol 266 Octane Rating 265 Requirements 265 Tank Capacity 387 Fueling 270 Fuses 369 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 270 Gasoline Clean Air 266 Gasoline Fuel 265 Gasoline Reformulated 26...

Page 420: ...ard Driving Through Flowing Rising Or Shallow Standing Water 218 Hazard Warning Flasher 293 Headlights Cleaning 366 High Beam 95 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 95 Passing 95 Switch 92 Head Restraints 87 Heated Mirrors 74 Heated Seats 86 Heater 185 Heater Engine Block 204 High Beam Low Beam Select Dimmer Switch 95 Hill Start Assist 231 Hitches Trailer Towing 278 Hood Release 90 Ignition 11 Key 11...

Page 421: ...13 Key Replacement 14 Keys 11 Key Sentry Immobilizer 13 Lane Change Assist 94 Lap Shoulder Belts 27 Latches 67 Lead Free Gasoline 265 Leaks Fluid 67 Life Of Tires 255 Light Bulbs 67 Lights 67 Air Bag 48 Anti Lock 128 Brake Assist Warning 229 Brake Warning 128 Bulb Replacement 383 Check Engine Malfunction Indicator 128 Cruise 128 Daytime Running 93 Dimmer Switch Headlight 92 Electronic Stability Pr...

Page 422: ...ction Control 229 Turn Signal 67 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 128 Loading Vehicle 272 Capacities 274 Tires 240 Locks Automatic Door 22 Door 20 Lubrication Body 350 Lug Nuts 294 Maintenance Free Battery 346 Maintenance General 128 Maintenance Procedures 339 Maintenance Schedule 392 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 337 Manual Service 406 Map Reading Lights 96 Methanol 266 Mirrors 7...

Page 423: ...cator 145 Oil Change Indicator Reset 145 Oil Engine 340 Capacity 387 Change Interval 341 Checking 340 Disposal 342 Filter 343 Filter Disposal 342 Identification Logo 341 Materials Added To 342 Recommendation 341 Synthetic 342 Viscosity 342 Oil Filter Selection 343 Onboard Diagnostic System 336 Operator Manual Owner s Manual 4 Outside Rearview Mirrors 72 Overhead Console 114 Overheating Engine 293 ...

Page 424: ...ap 356 Radio Operation 184 Rear Camera 111 Rear ParkSense System 105 Rearview Mirrors 72 Recorder Event Data 51 Recreational Towing 288 Reformulated Gasoline 266 Refrigerant 348 Reminder Seat Belt 26 Remote Keyless Entry RKE FCC General Information 19 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 182 Replacement Bulbs 382 Replacement Keys 14 Replacement Parts 339 Replacement Tires 256 Reporting Safety Defect...

Page 425: ... 30 Lap Shoulder Belts 27 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting 32 Pregnant Women 34 Seat Belt Pretensioner 34 Seat Belt Reminder 26 Seat Belt System 24 Seat Belt Maintenance 367 Seat Belt Reminder 26 Seat Belts 25 Adjustable Shoulder Belt 32 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 32 Child Restraint 52 Front Seat 25 Inspection 65 Operating Instructions 30 Pregnant Women 34 Pretensioners 34 Rear Seat 27 Remind...

Page 426: ...ol 101 Speedometer 128 Starting 202 Automatic Transmission 202 Cold Weather 203 Engine Fails To Start 203 Steering Column Lock 100 Power 220 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 182 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 182 Storage 381 Storage Vehicle 381 Storing Your Vehicle 381 Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag 38 Sway Control Trailer 231 Synthetic Engine Oil 342 Tachometer 128 Telescoping S...

Page 427: ...es 235 Snow Tires 250 Spinning 254 Trailer Towing 282 Tread Wear Indicators 254 Tire Safety Information 233 Tire Service Kit 296 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 279 Torque Converter Clutch 216 Towing 274 Disabled Vehicle 330 Guide 279 Recreational 288 Weight 279 Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome 288 Traction 217 Traction Control 225 Traction Control Switch 225 Trailer Sway Control TSC 231 Trailer Tow...

Page 428: ...Turn Signals 128 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 407 Unleaded Gasoline 265 Untwisting Procedure Seat Belt 32 Upholstery Care 365 Vehicle Certification Label 272 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Loading 241 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage 381 Viscosity Engine Oil 342 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 128 Warnings And Cautions 6 Warranty Information 405 Washer ...

Page 429: ...3 Windows 22 Power 22 Windshield Defroster 65 Windshield Washers 98 Fluid 98 Windshield Wiper Blades 350 Windshield Wipers 98 Wiper Blade Replacement 350 Wipers Intermittent 99 Wrench Service Indicator 128 10 INDEX 427 ...

Page 430: ...nnection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shi...

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