Dodge 2008 LX49 Magnum manual

T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE ............................... 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................... 8 1 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL ..................................[...]

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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS m Introduction ........................... 4 m How T o Use This Manual .................. 4 m W arnings And Cautions ................... 6 m V ehicle Identification Number ............... 6 m V ehicle Modifications / Alterations ........... 7 1[...]

INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepar ed with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a W arranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. Y ou are urged to read these publications car efully . Following the instruc- ti[...]

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W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains W ARNINGS against operating procedur es, which could result in an accident or bodily injury . It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures, which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entir e manual, you may miss important information. Observe all W arnings and Cautions. VEHICLE [...]

VEHICLE MODIFICA TIONS / AL TERA TIONS W ARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. INTRODUCTION 7 1[...]

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THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m A W or d About Y our Keys .................. 1 2 ▫ W ireless Ignition Node (WIN) ............. 1 2 ▫ FOB W ith Integrated Ke y................. 1 3 ▫ T ip Start Feature ....................... 1 4 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ................... 1 4 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............[...]

▫ Using The Panic Alarm .................. 2 4 ▫ Programming Additional T ransmitters ........ 2 5 ▫ T ransmitter Battery Service ............... 2 5 ▫ General Information .................... 2 6 m Remote Starting System — If Equipped ........ 2 6 ▫ How T o Use Remote Start ................ 2 7 m Door Locks ............................[...]

m Engine Break-In Recommendations ........... 7 5 m Safety T ips ............................ 7 6 ▫ T ransporting Passengers ................. 7 6 ▫ Lock Y our V ehicle ...................... 7 6 ▫ Exhaust Gas .......................... 7 7 ▫ Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Inside The V ehicle .............................. 7 8 ▫ Periodic [...]

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Y our vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Fob with Integrated Key and a W ireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. Y ou can insert the double-sided integrated key into the igni- tion switch with either side up. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) The W ireless Ignition Node (WIN) opera[...]

Fob with Integrated Key The Fob with Integrated Key operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans- mitter and a valet key , which stores in the rear of the Fob. The valet key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Fob go dead. The valet key is also for locking the glove box. [...]

Tip Start Feature Do not press the accelerator . Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the ST AR T position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running. Ignition Key Removal Place the selector lever in “P” ([...]

CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Key-In-Ignition Reminder If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to r emove the key . NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignit[...]

flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid Fob to start the engine. Either of these condi- tions will result in the engine being shut of f after two (2) seconds. If the V ehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is [...]

location. This number is requir ed for dealer replacement of Fobs. Duplication of Fobs may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Pro- gramming procedur e. This procedur e consists of pro- gramming a blank Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Fob is one, which has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key[...]

NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your dealer to have all remaining keys erased fr om the systems memory . This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be r epro- grammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to the dealer at the time of service to be repr ogrammed. General Information The Sentry Key system[...]

T o Arm the System: Remove the key from the ignition switch and either pr ess a power door lock switch while the driver or passenger door is open or press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter . After the last door is closed, or if all doors are closed, the system will arm itself in about 16 seconds. During that time, the V [...]

If the alarm system is armed and the battery becomes disconnected the system will remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound, and the ignition will not start the vehicle. If this occurs, disarm the system. T amper Alert If something has triggered the system in your absence, the horn will sound [...]

T o unlock the doors: Press and r elease the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door , or twice within 5 seconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First This feature lets you pr [...]

2. Release both buttons at the same time. 3. T est the feature while outside of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter with the ignition switch in the LOCK position, and the key removed. 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter wh[...]

4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. T urn Headlights [...]

• For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following steps: 1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press the P ANIC button while still holding the LOCK button. 2. Release both buttons at the same time. 3. T est the feature while outside of the vehicle, by press[...]

• Y ou may need to be less than 35 feet (1 1 meters) fr om the vehicle when using the transmitter to turn off the panic alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system. Programming Additional T ransmitters Refer to SENTR Y KEY “Customer Key (Fob) Program- ming.” (See page 17 for more information.) If you do not have a programmed[...]

2. Remove and replace the batteries. A void touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery , clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. Reposition the access door panel over the battery opening and snap into place. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS [...]

How T o Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: • Gear selector lever in “P” (Park). • Doors closed. • Hood closed. • Liftgate closed. • Hazard switch of f. • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed). • Ignition key removed fr om ignition switch. • Battery at an ac[...]

T o Exit Remote Start Mode without Driving the V ehicle Allow the engine to run for the entir e 15-minute cycle. T o Exit Remote Start Mode & Drive the V ehicle Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, pr ess and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the V ehicle Security Alarm (if equipped). Then, prior [...]

If the door lock plunger is down when you shut the door , the door will lock. Therefor e, make sure the key is not inside the vehicle before closing the door . W ARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, [...]

Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you fr om acciden- tally locking the key in the vehicle. Removing the key or cl[...]

6. The doors were not previously locked using the power door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans- mitter . Automatic Door Locks Programming The Automatic Door Locks featur e can be enabled or disabled as follows: • For vehicles equipped with the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Personal Settings (Customer Pro[...]

2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). 3. The transmission is in “N” (Neutral) or “P” (Park). 4. The driver door is opened. 5. The doors were not previously unlocked. 6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h). Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be[...]

Child Protection Door Lock T o provide a safer envir onment for small children riding in the rear seats, the r ear doors are equipped with a child protection door lock system. T o Engage the Child Protection Door Lock 1. Open the rear door . 2. Insert the tip of the valet key or alike into the child lock control and pull it upwar d. 3. Repeat Steps[...]

W ARNING! A void trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. NOTE: • After engaging the child protection door lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. • For emergency exit with th[...]

WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door contr ol all the door windows. There ar e single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position. W ARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle, with [...]

down feature. Pr ess the window switch to the second detent, release, and the window will go down automati- cally . T o open the window part way , press the window switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. T o stop the window from going all the way down during the auto-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly [...]

will remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power window switches will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this fe[...]

and release the window lock button again (setting it in the up position). Reset Any time the vehicle battery is disconnected, or goes dead, the auto-up function will be disabled. T o reactivate the auto-up feature, perform the following steps after vehicle power is restor ed: 1. Pull the window switch up to close window com- pletely and continue to[...]

LIFTGA TE The liftgate can be unlocked or locked by the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors. Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. T o open the liftgate, depress the liftgate r elease switch located in the exterior handle and pull the liftgate open with one f[...]

NOTE: If a power malfunction occurs, you can use the emergency liftgate latch r elease to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch r elease is located behind a snap-in cover on the liftgate trim panel. W ARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. Y ou and your passengers could be injured[...]

OCCUP ANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the r estraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, the front airbags for both the driver and fr ont passenger , the optional supplemental side curtain airbags for the driver and passengers seated next to a window ,[...]

ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with Lap/Shoulder Belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or impacts. This feature allows the shoulder p[...]

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door . Sit back and adjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap. Pulling Out Lap/Shoulder Belt T[...]

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” W ARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly . The lap portion could ride too high on your body , possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt[...]

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. T o remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. T o loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can in[...]

6. T o release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary , slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully . W ARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically , che[...]

W ARNING! The rear center lap/shoulder belt is equipped with a lock-out feature to ensure that the rear seat back is in the fully upright and locked position when occupied. If the rear seat back is not fully upright and locked and the rear center lap/shoulder belt can be pulled out of the retractor , the vehicle should immediately be taken to your [...]

In the rear seat, move towar d the center of the seat to position the belt away from your neck. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedur e to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and t[...]

Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert T ) If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert t ) will alert the driver to buckle their seat belt. The driver should also instruct all other occu- pants to bu[...]

NOTE: W atch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn on while unbuckling the seat belt and turn off while re-buckling the seat belt. It may be necessary to r etract the seat belt. 4. T urn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. A single chime will sound to signify that you have success- fully completed the programming. The Enhanced W arning Sys[...]

How T o Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emer- gency) locking mode. Seat Belts and Pregnant Women W e recommend that pr egnant women use the seat belts throughout their pr egnancy . Keepin[...]

Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag This vehicle has front airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt r estraint systems. The driver’s airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove c[...]

W ARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. Y ou may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are no longer functional. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating. • Do not drill, cut or tamper with the[...]

If the vehicle is equipped with supplemental front-seat- mounted side airbags, they are marked with an SRS label sewn into the outboard side of the seat. W ARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with supplemental front-seat- mounted side airbags, do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the seat airbags; the per- formance [...]

NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the proper performance of the curtain airbags. Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to pr ovide improved protection for the driver and fr ont passenger . Side curtain and seat airbags also work with [...]

5. If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the fr ont passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move the seat as far back as possible, and use the proper child r estraint (refer to information on Child Restraint in this section). 6. Y ou should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sur e that you are using it [...]

Air Bag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Side Remote Acceleration Sensors (if equipped) • Airbag W arning Light • Driver Airbag • Front Passenger Airbag • Supplemental Side Curtain Airbags above Side W in- dows (if equipped) • Supplemental Front-Seat-Mounted Side Ai[...]

• The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electr onic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the ST AR T or ON positions. These include all of the items listed above except the knee bolster , the instru- ment panel, and the steering wheel and column. If the key is in the LOCK position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignitio[...]

separate and fold out of the way , as the bags inflate to their full size. The bags fully inflate in about 50 - 70 milliseconds. This is about half of the time that it takes to blink your eyes. The bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and fr ont passenger . The driver’s front airbag gas is vented thr ough vent holes in t[...]

seam in the seat’s trim cover and opens into the space between the occupant and the door . The airbag inflates at a very high speed and with enough force to injur e you if you are not belted and seated pr operly , or if items are positioned in the ar ea where the fr ont-seat- mounted side airbag inflates. This especially applies to children. The [...]

If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy when the ORC detects a moderate-to-severe collision, to help r estrain the driver and front passenger , and then to immediately deflate. NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is wrong with[...]

W ARNING! Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli- sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact that causes airbag deployment, with the vehicle stopped, and the vehicle communication network intact, and the power intact, the Enhanced Accident R[...]

Maintaining Y our Airbag System W ARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. Y ou could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper passen[...]

Event Data Recorder (EDR) In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to recor d up to 5 seconds of specific vehicle data parameters (see the following list) in an event data recor der prior to the moment of airbag deployment, or near deployment, and up to a quarter second of high-speed deceleration data during and/or after airbag deploym[...]

may be released for incorporation in aggr egate crash databases, such as those maintained by the US govern- ment and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive nature, such as would identify a particular driver , ve- hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially . Confidential data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corpora- tion to an[...]

• T raction/stability control status • T ire pressur e monitoring system status (if equipped) Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time — babies and children, too. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces r equire that small children ride in pr oper restraint systems. This is the law , and[...]

Infants and Child Restraints • Safety experts recommend that childr en ride rearwar d-facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). T wo types of child restraints can be used r earward-facing: infant carriers and “convertible” child seats. • The infant carrier is only used rearwar d-facing in t[...]

The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who ar e still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly . If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s back is against the seat back, they should use a belt-positioning booster seat. The child and bel[...]

W ARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- actly when installing an infant or child restraint. • A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat. A rearward f[...]

LA TCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren) Y our vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LA TCH. The LA TCH system provides for the installation of the child r estraint without using the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages[...]

Installing the LA TCH-Compatible Child Restraint System W e urge that you car efully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child r estraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described her e. Again, carefully follow the installation instr uctions that were pr ovided with the child restraint system. The re[...]

hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap. Y ou will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. Next, attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the seat cover material[...]

W ARNING! Improper installation of a child restraint to the LA TCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. Installing Child Restraints Using the V ehicle Seat belt The passenger seat belts [...]

In the rear seat, you may have tr ouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate fr om the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release[...]

NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seat backs as you remove slack in the strap. W ARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. T r[...]

shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED. A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the br eak-in and not interpreted as an indication of dif ficulty . SAFETY TIPS T ransporting Passengers NEVER TR[...]

Exhaust Gas Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area. If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running, adjust your heating or cooling contr ols to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed. The best protection against [...]

Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Inside The V ehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically , checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately . Do not disassemble or modify the system. Front seat belt assemblies must be r eplaced after a collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collis[...]

Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if[...]

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UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Mirrors ............................... 8 5 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................. 8 5 ▫ Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror — If Equipped .......................... 8 6 ▫ Outside Mirrors ....................... 8 6 ▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Featur e — If Equipped ...............[...]

▫ Things Y ou Should Know About Y our UConnect t System .................... 1 0 7 ▫ General Information ................... 1 1 6 m Seats ................................ 1 1 6 ▫ Manual Seats — If Equipped ............. 1 1 6 ▫ Power Seats — If Equipped .............. 1 1 7 ▫ Power Reclining Seats — If Equipped ....... 1 1 8 ▫ Lu[...]

▫ Mist Feature ......................... 1 3 1 ▫ W indshield W ashers ................... 1 3 2 ▫ Headlights On W ith W ipers (A vailable W ith Auto Headlights Only) ................. 1 3 2 ▫ Adding W asher Fluid .................. 1 3 3 m T ilt/T elescoping Steering Column ........... 1 3 4 m Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped ........... 1[...]

m Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............. 1 4 7 ▫ Opening Sunroof - Expr ess .............. 1 4 8 ▫ Closing Sunroof - Expr ess ............... 1 4 8 ▫ Pinch Protect Featur e ................... 1 4 8 ▫ Pinch Protect Override ................. 1 4 8 ▫ V enting Sunroof - Express ............... 1 4 8 ▫ Sunshade Operation .............[...]

MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view thr ough the rear window . A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Annoying headlight glare can be r educed by moving the small control under the mirr or to the night position (toward r ear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while [...]

Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare fr om vehicles behind you. Y ou can turn the feature on or off by pr essing the button at the base of the mirror . A light, next to the button, will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated. CAUTION! T o avoid damage to[...]

W ARNING! V ehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger sid[...]

After selecting a mirror , move the knob in the same direction you want the mirr or to move. Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirr or position. Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors ar e heated to melt frost or ice. This featur e is activated whenever you turn on the Rear W indow Defrost. Illu[...]

HANDS–FREE COMMUNICA TION (UConnect T )— IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The sales code RER radio contains an inte- grated Hands-Free Communication (UConnect t ) sys- tem. Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for UConnect t system operating instructions for this radio. UConnect t is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. [...]

• or call 1–877–855–8400 UConnect t allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle, and enables you to mute the system’s micro- phone for private conversation. The UConnect t phone book enables you to store up to 32 names and four numbers per name. Each language has a separate 32-[...]

phone supports a differ ent profile (e.g., Headset Pr ofile) you may not be able to use any UConnect t features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details. The UConnect t system is fully integrated with the vehi- cle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect t system can be adjusted either from the radio volum[...]

UConnect t system works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone, as if speaking to some one sitting eight feet away from you. V oice Command T ree Refer to “V oice T ree” at the end of this section. Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to know your options at any prompt, say 9 Help 9 following the beep. T[...]

• When prompted, after the beep, say 9 Pair a Phone 9 and follow the audible prompts. • Y ou will be asked to say a four-digit pin number , which you will later need to enter into your cellular . Y ou can enter any four-digit pin number . Y ou will not need to remember this pin number after the initial pairing process. • For identification pu[...]

from dialing invalid combination of numbers. For example, in USA, 234-567-890 is nine digits long, which is not a valid USA phone number - the closest valid phone number has ten digits. • The UConnect t system will confirm the phone num- ber and then dial. The number will appear in the display of certain radios. Call by Saying a Name • Press th[...]

• When prompted, say the name of the new entry . Use of long names helps the voice recognition and it is recommended. For example, say 9 Robert Smith 9 or 9 Robert 9 instead of 9 Bob. 9 • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., 9 Home, 99 W ork, 99 Mobile, 9 or 9 Pager 9 ). This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone[...]

• Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they are alr eady connected to any system via Bluetooth, and you may see a message on the phone display that the Bluetooth link is busy . In this case, the user must first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth connection to the UConnect t and then send the address book entry via Bluetooth. Please see your[...]

Delete Entries in the UConnect t Phonebook NOTE: Editing phone book entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the 9 Ready 9 prompt and the following beep, say 9 Phonebook Delete. 9 • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you[...]

List All Names in the UConnect t Phonebook • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the 9 Ready 9 prompt and the following beep, say 9 Phonebook List Names. 9 • The UConnect t system will play the names of all the phone book entries. • T o call one of the names in the list, press the 9 V oice Recognition’ button during the playing[...]

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call Currently in Progress If a call is currently in pr ogress and you have another incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your cell phone. Press the ’Phone’ button to place the curr ent call on hold and answer the incoming call. NOTE: The UConne[...]

Conference Call When two calls are in pr ogress (one active and one on hold), press and hold the “Phone” button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call. Three-W ay Calling T o initiate three-way calling, pr ess the “V oice Recogni- tion” button while a call is in progr ess and mak[...]

Call Continuation Call continuation is progr ession of a phone call on UConnect t system after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to off. Call continuation functionality available on the vehicle can be any one of three types: • After ignition key is switched off, a call can continue on the UConnect t system either until the call ends or u[...]

Emergency Assistance If you are in an emer gency and the mobile phone is reachable: • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area. If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect t system is operational, you may reach the emer gency number as follows: • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the 9 Ready 9 pro[...]

Please refer to the 24-Hour “T owing Assistance” cover - age details in the W arranty information booklet and on the 24–Hour T owing Assistance Card. Paging T o learn how to page refer to 9 W orking with Automated Systems. 9 Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time-out a little too soon to work properly with the[...]

Y ou can also send stored UConnect t phonebook entries as tones for fast and easy access to voicemail and pager entries. T o use this feature, dial the number you wish to call and then press the “V oice Recognition” button and say “Send.” The system will prompt you to enter the name or number , say the name of the phonebook entry you wish t[...]

Phone and Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and/or on a premium display such as the instrument panel cluster , and supported by your cell phone, the UConnect t system will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network status when you are attempting to make a phone call using UConnect t . The status is given for roam[...]

Advanced Phone Connectivity T ransfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect t system allows on going calls to be transferred fr om your cellular phone to the UConnect t system without terminating the call. T o transfer an ongo- ing call from your UConnect t pair ed cellular phone to the UConnect t system or vice-versa, press the “V oice Re[...]

• Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the 9 Ready 9 prompt and the following beep, say 9 Setup Select Phone 9 and follow the prompts. • Y ou can also press the “V oice Recognition” button anytime while the list is being played, and then choose the phone that you wish to select. • The selected phone will be used for the next p[...]

• Press and hold the “V oice Recognition” button for 5 seconds until the session begins, or , • Press the “V oice Recognition” button and say 9 Setup, V oice T raining 9 command. Repeat the words and phrases when pr ompted by the UConnect t system. For best results, the V oice T raining session should be completed when the vehicle is pa[...]

• fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. • Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- cents, the system may not always work for some. • When navigating through an automated system, such as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of speaking the digit string, make s[...]

• dry weather condition. • operation from driver seat. • Performance, such as audio clarity , echo, and loudness to a large degr ee rely on the phone and network, and not the UConnect t system. • Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be compromis[...]

UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1 1 1 3[...]

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V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts. continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 1 14 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous recor d again redial V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistan[...]

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: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference r eceived, including interference that may cause undesir ed op- eration. SEA TS Manual Seats — If [...]

W ARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting a[...]

W ARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat as it may cause damage to the seat control[...]

W ARNING! 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. Lumbar Support — If Equipped This feature allows you to incr ease or decrease the amount [...]

Head Restraints Head restraints can r educe the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the r ear . Adjust the restraint so that the upper edge is as high as practical. T o raise it, pull upward on the head r estraint. T o lower it, depress the button on the post guide and push downward on the head restraint. Heated Seats — If Equippe[...]

Press the switch once to select high-level heating. Pr ess the switch a second time to select low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut of f the heating elements. If high-level heating is selected, the system will automati- cally switch to the low level after 30 minutes of continu- ous operation. At that time, the number of illuminat[...]

Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forwar d to provide an additional storage area. Pull on the loops shown in the illustration to fold down either or both seatbacks. These loops can be tucked away when not in use. When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by str ongly pulling on the top of the seat[...]

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD T wo latches must be released to open the hood. First, pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Next, move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. Use the hood prop r od (if equipped) t[...]

inches (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secur e both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged. W ARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Y ou could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before [...]

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights ON or OFF according to ambient light levels. T o turn the system ON, rotate the headlight switch counter -clockwise to the AUTO (A) position. When the system is ON, the Head- light T ime Delay feature is also ON. This means the headlights will stay ON for up to 90 s[...]

Headlights On with Wipers (A vailable with Auto Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers ar e turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUT O position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers ar e turned off if they wer e turned on by this feature.[...]

Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights, whenever the ignition switch is on, the headlights are of f, and the parking brake is off. The headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime driving. Lights-on Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned [...]

T urn Signals Move the Multi-Function Lever up or down and the corresponding turn signal indicator in the instr ument cluster flashes to show proper operation of the fr ont and rear turn signal lights. Y ou can also signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down without moving beyond the detent. Releasing the lever at the detent will[...]

Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. T o protect the battery , the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or ar e on because a door is open. This includes the glove box light. T o re[...]

Interior light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the extr eme bottom “OFF” position. The interior lights will remain of f when the doors are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control upwar d to the first detent. This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer , Electronic V ehicle Information[...]

CAUTION! T urn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind- shield wipers may result if the wiper switch is left in any position other than OFF . Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- tween cycles desirable. Rotat[...]

Windshield W ashers T o use the washer , push the multi-function lever inward (toward the steering column) to the second detent and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired. If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then r esum[...]

Adding W asher Fluid The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment. Be sur e to check the fluid level in the reservoir at r egular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water . The fluid reser[...]

W ARNING! 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. TIL T/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downwar d. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column[...]

W ARNING! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The telescoping adjustment must be locked while driv- ing. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. ADJUST ABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The adjustable pedal system is designed to allo[...]

• The pedals can be adjusted while driving. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when the Speed Control is ON. CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim- ited if movement is stopped by an o[...]

T o Activate: Push and release the (“ON/OFF”) button lo- cated on the end of the speed control lever . The indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate to show that the speed control sys- tem is ON. T o turn the system OFF , push and release the (“ON/OFF”) button again. The system and the indicator light will turn off. W ARNING[...]

• Pull the speed control lever towar d you (“CANCEL”). Pushing and releasing the (“ON/OFF”) button or turning off the ignition erases the set speed fr om memory . T o Resume Speed: If you deactivated the speed control without erasing the set speed from memory and your vehicle speed is above 20 mph (32 km/h) you can resume the pr evious se[...]

Using Speed Control On Hills NOTE: The speed control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. The automatic transmission will downshift while climb- ing uphill or descending downhill. This downshift is necessary to maintain vehicle set speed. On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur [...]

Courtesy/Reading Lights At the forward end of the console ar e two courtesy/ reading lights. Press the lens to turn on the light. Pr ess it a second time to turn off the light. These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or when the liftgate is opened, or when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pr essed, or when the d[...]

W ARNING! Y our motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal T ransceiver . Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by federal safety stan- dards. This includes most[...]

It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink t for more ef ficient training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. Y our vehicle should be parked outside of the garage while training. 1. T urn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Place the hand-hel[...]

NOTE: After training a HomeLink t channel, if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink t and the garage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the garage door opener may have rolling code. If so, pr oceed to the heading “Programming A Rolling Code System.” 5. PROGRAMMING A ROLLING CODE SYSTEM At the garage door opener motor (in the gara[...]

7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink t button twice (holding the button for 2 sec- onds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete. If the device does not activate, press the button a thir d time (for 2 seconds) to complete the training. If you are have any pr oblems, or requir e assistance,[...]

Then proceed with Step 4 under “Pr ogramming HomeLink.” earlier in this section. Using HomeLink T T o operate, simply press and r elease the programmed HomeLink t button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener , gate operator , security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc. The hand-held transmit[...]

• Press the Learn Button on the Garage Door Opener to complete the training for Rolling Code. • Did you unplug the device for training, and remember to plug it back in? If you are have any pr oblems, or requir e assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or , on the Internet at www .HomeLink.com for information or assistance. Genera[...]

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. W ARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment ma[...]

Opening Sunroof - Express Press the switch r earward and r elease, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunr oof will open fully and then stop automatically . This is called Express Open. During Expr ess Open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunr oof. Closing Sunroof - Express Press the switch fo[...]

Sunshade Operation The sunshade can be opened manually . However , the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. Wind Buffeting W ind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressur e on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. Y our vehicle may exhibit wind bu[...]

Sunroof Fully Closed Press the switch forwar d and release to ensur e that the sunroof is fully closed. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There ar e three 12-volt electrical outlets on this vehicle. All of the outlets are pr otected by fuses. The 12-volt power outlet next to the ash receiver tray (if equipped with an optional Smoker’s Package) has power a[...]

The center console outlet is powered dir ectly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or pr event engine starting. The auxiliary outlet is also powered dir ectly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or pr e[...]

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery , even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually , if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting. • Accessories th[...]

Rear Seat Cup Holders The rear seat cup holders ar e located in the center armrest between the rear seats. The cup holders ar e positioned forward in the armr est and side-by-side to provide convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining a resting place for the r ear occupants’ el- bows. Rear Seat Cup Holders UNDERST ANDING THE F[...]

STORAGE Console Features The center console contains two shift bezel cubby bins with rubber mats for holding small items. For vehicles not equipped with navigation radio, the console also contains an extra storage bin located below the climate control, which holds up to four CD jewel cases. W ithout V ehicle Entertainment System (VES) T wo separate[...]

The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will hold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also con- tains a 12-volt power outlet and a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold various size coins). A slot in the left and right side of the top compartment provides clearance for power cords t[...]

The bi-level cargo floor includes a r emovable, tri-fold load-bearing upper level. T wo folds in the panel allow it to be partially or fully folded for storage flexibility . Shallow items can be stored underneath the upper load floor . The lower load floor is hinged to provide access to the spare tir e (if equipped), battery , and rear electrical p[...]

Load Floor Handle Load Floor Partially Folded UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 3[...]

Rollaway T onneau Cover — If Equipped The removable r ollaway tonneau cover mounts in the cargo ar ea behind the top of the rear seats. The tonneau cover , when extended, covers the cargo ar ea to keep items out of sight. Notches in the trim panels near the liftgate opening secure the extended tonneau cover in place. Load Floor Fully Folded 158 U[...]

The tonneau cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not in use. Y ou can also remove the tonneau cover from the vehicle to make mor e room in the car go area. T o install the tonneau cover , position it in the vehicle so that the flat side of the housing faces upward. Then, insert either the left or the right spring-loaded post (located on [...]

Next, grab the tonneau cover handle and pull the cover toward you. As the cover nears the liftgate opening, guide the rear attachment posts (on both ends of the cover) into the notches in the trim panels. Then, lower the cover to position the posts into the bottom of the notches and release the handle. W aterproof Liner The optional waterproof line[...]

Cargo Organizer The optional cargo or ganizer can also be placed into the lower load floor . Lift the handle and pull to open the cargo or ganizer . Cargo T ie-Down Hooks The tie-downs located on cargo ar ea floor and on the rear trim panels should be used to safely secure loads when vehicle is moving. Cargo Organizer Handle UNDERST ANDING THE FEA [...]

W ARNING! • Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or colli- sion, a hook could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers. • The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle cente[...]

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED The roof luggage rack consists of side rails and adjustable crossbars. The r oof luggage rack is designed to carry up to 150 lbs (68 kg) of cargo uniformly distributed over both crossbars. When loading cargo on the r oof luggage rack, distribute the cargo weight evenly on the cr ossbars. The roof luggage rack does [...]

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite clamp on the other side of the crossbar . 4. Pick up the crossbar and move it to the desired location. Do not place the crossbar dir ectly over the sunroof glass (if equipped). 5. T urn the lower clamp until the round side of the clamp completely faces the side rail. 6. T urn the lever clockwise to tighten th[...]

W ARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sonal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack. LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The automatic load leveling system will provide[...]

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UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS m Instrument Panel And Controls ............. 1 7 1 m Base Instrument Cluster .................. 1 7 2 m Premium Instr ument Cluster — If Equipped .... 1 7 3 m Instrument Cluster Descriptions ............ 1 7 4 m Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped ..........................[...]

▫ AM Reception ....................... 2 0 0 ▫ FM Reception ........................ 2 0 0 m Sales Code REN — Multimedia System — If Equipped ........................... 2 0 1 ▫ Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If Equipped) ........................ 2 0 2 ▫ Operating Instructions — Hands-Fr ee Communication (UConnect™) (If[...]

▫ Operation Instructions - CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play .................. 2 2 9 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............. 2 3 2 ▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ....... 2 3 4 ▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ....... 2 3 4 m Satellite Radio (RSC) — If Equipped (RER/REQ/REN Radios Only) ............. 2 3 6 ▫ System Activati[...]

m Climate Controls ....................... 2 4 9 ▫ Manual Air Conditioning And Heating System ............................. 2 4 9 ▫ Automatic T emperature Contr ol — If Equipped ......................... 2 5 2 ▫ Operating T ips ....................... 2 5 7 m Rear W indow Features ................... 2 6 0 ▫ Rear W iper Operation ........[...]

INSTRUMENT P ANEL AND CONTROLS 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Glove Box 1 1 — Ash T ray* 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Radio 12 — Ignition Switch 3 — Rear W iper/W asher Switch 8 — Climate Control 13 — Hood Release 4 — Hazard Switch 9 — Heated Seat Switch* 14 — Headlight Switch 5 — Electronic Stability Pr ogram Off But- ton* / T raction [...]

BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 172 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — IF EQUIPPED UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 173 4[...]

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. T rip Odometer Button Base Cluster The word 9 TRIP 9 will appear when this button is pr essed. Push in and hold the button for two seconds when the trip odometer displays to reset it to 0 miles (kilom[...]

6. Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. The light should turn on when the ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or turns on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential electrical devices (i.e. radio), or slightly increase en[...]

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. CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads (H), pull over and stop [...]

NOTE: Check for a defective outside light bulb if either indicator flashes at a rapid rate. (See page 128 for more information.) 10. Airbag W arning Light This light will turn on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is either not on during starting, or stays on, or turns on while driving, then[...]

14. Oil Pressure W arning Light This light shows low engine oil pressur e. The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle, and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A single chime will sound when this light turns on. Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. T[...]

19. Odometer/T rip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven. The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage. Refer to “T rip Odometer Button” for additional information. NOTE: U.S. federal regulations r equire upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify the mileage the vehicle has been driven. There[...]

next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style. Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. T o turn off the message temporarily[...]

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. Immediate repair is necessary if brake failur e is indicated. W ARNING! Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- ous. Part of the brake system may ha[...]

21. V ehicle Security Alarm (VSA) Indicator Light — If Equipped The VSA indicator Light flashes rapidly when the VSA is arming, and slowly when the VSA is armed. (See page 18 for more information.) 22. T ire Pressur e Monitoring T elltale Light — If Equipped Each tire, including the spar e (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and [...]

system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then r emain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pr essure as intende[...]

If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and service is requir ed. However , the con- ventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on. If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restor[...]

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMA TION CENTER (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED The Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver -interactive display . It is located in the instrument cluster below the speedometer . V ehicles equipped with steering wheel mounted buttons (de- scribed in this section) are also equipped with the EVIC. The EVIC cons[...]

The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel: Press and r elease the MENU button and the mode displayed will change between T rip Functions, Navigation (if equipped), System Status, Personal Settings, and T elephone (if equipped). Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to accept a sele[...]

Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays When the appropriate conditions exist, the Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays the following messages: • T urn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile [1.6 km] with either turn signal on) • Left Front T urn Signal Light Out (w[...]

• Check Gascap (refer to “Adding Fuel” in Section 5 of this manual for more details) • Oil Change Required (with a single chime) Oil Change Required Y our vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a single chime has [...]

• Elapsed T ime • Display Units of Measure in Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the T rip Computer functions. The T rip Functions mode displays the following: • A verage Fuel Economy / Fuel Saver Mode Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will r ead “RESET” or show dash[...]

This feature allows you to monitor when the MDS switches off the fuel on four of the eight cylinders and it can be used to modify driving habits in order to incr ease the time in which the fuel saver mode is active. • Distance T o Empty (DTE) Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated dis[...]

• T rip A Shows the total distance traveled for trip A since the last reset. • T rip B Shows the total distance traveled for trip B since the last reset. • Elapsed T ime Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON[...]

360° turns (in an area fr ee from lar ge metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally . Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the “CAL” message does not appear in the EVIC display , you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manual[...]

1. T urn the ignition switch ON. 2. Press and hold the compass button for approximately 2 seconds. 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass V ariance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release FUNCTION SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected accor ding to the map. 5. Press and release[...]

• Phone status: idle, voice mail, roaming, battery strength, and signal str ength in increments of 20 percent. • Call status: Incoming call, connecting, connected, air time in minutes and seconds, call ended, call failed, roaming, and no phone connection. • UConnect Active. • Caller ID phone number display . When the appropriate conditions [...]

The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that you have voice mail. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate a text message. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate the battery strength of the UConnect™ phone. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that a phone connection has been made. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the UCo[...]

display is active, the SCROLL button can be used to scroll through the list, the FUNCTION SELECT button can be used to select an item, and the AUDIO MODE button can be used to return to the pr evious menu. When the Map display is active, pressing the FUNCTION SELECT but- ton will change the Navigation Unit Display to the Menu. T urn By T urn Direct[...]

NOTE: The EVIC will not change the UConnect™ language selection. Please refer to “Language Selection” in the HANDS–FREE COMMUNICA TION (UConnect™) section of this manual for details. “Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 Km/h)” When ON is selected, all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h[...]

“Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock” When ON is selected, the front and r ear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter . This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected. T o make your selection, press and r elease the FUNCTION SELECT button until [...]

“Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit” When this feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening a vehicle door will cancel this fe[...]

RADIO GENERAL INFORMA TION Radio Broadcast Signals Y our new radio will provide excellent r eception under most operating conditions. Like any system, however , car radios have performance limitations, due to mobile op- eration and natural phenomena, which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning. T o help you understand and sa[...]

NOTE: For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC), the radio, steering wheel radio controls (if equipped), and 6 disc CD/DVD changer (if equipped) will remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door will cancel this featur e. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with the E[...]

to the car speakers while differ ent audio tracks play through the system’s wir eless headphones. This means rear seat passengers can watch a DVD on the optional rear -seat entertainment system while the driver and front seat passenger listen to the radio. Other special features include dir ect tune, music type selections, easy store pr esets, ba[...]

4. T o move the minute forward, touch the screen wher e the word “Min” with the arr ow pointing upward is displayed. T o move the minute backward, touch the screen wher e the word “Min” with the arr ow pointing downward is displayed. 5. T o save the new time setting, touch the screen where the word “Save” is displayed. Changing Daylight[...]

Changing the T ime Zone 1. T urn on the system. 2. T ouch the screen wher e the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. T ouch the screen where the wor ds “Set T ime Zone” are displayed. The time zone selection menu will appear on the screen. 4. Select a time zone by touching the screen where your selection appea[...]

Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Pr ess the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic V olume Control The electronic volume contr ol turns continuously (360 degrees) i[...]

Phone Button (UConnect™ Hands Free Phone) — If Equipped Press this button to operate the Hand Fr ee Phone (UCon- nect™) feature (if equipped). Refer to “Hands-Fr ee Com- munication (UConnect™)” in Section 3 for more informa- tion. If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “UConnect™ Sys[...]

R W/FF (Radio Mode) Pressing the r ewind or fast forward button causes the tuner to search for the next fr equency in the direction of the arrows. This featur e operates in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies. TUNE Control (Radio Mode) T urn the right side rotary contr ol clockwise to increase or counter-clockwise to decr ease the [...]

program format type to be selected. Many radio stations do not currently br oadcast Music T ype information. T oggle the Music T ype button to select the following format types: Program T ype 16 Digit-Character Display No program type or un- defined None Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Fo[...]

By pressing the SEEK button when the Music T ype icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music T ype name. The Music T ype function only operates when in the FM mode. If a preset button is activated while in the Music T ype (Program T ype) mode, the Music T ype mode will be exited and the radi[...]

• Angle – Repeatedly Pressing SELECT will change the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (If Equipped). NOTE: The available selections for each of the above entries varies depending upon the disc. NOTE: These selections can only be made while playing a DVD. • VES Power - Allows you to turn VES ON and OFF (If Equipped). • VES Lock - L[...]

Audio Language — If Equipped Selecting this item will allow the user to choose a default audio language (effective only if language supported by disc). If customer wishes to select a language not listed, then scroll down and select 9 other . 9 Enter the country code using the TUNE control knob to scr oll up and down to select the # and then push [...]

NOTE: The user will have to set these defaults before loading a disc. If changes are made to these settings after a disc is loaded, changes will not be effective. Also, the defaults are ef fective only if the disc supports the customer-pr eferred settings. AM and FM Buttons (Radio Mode) Press the buttons to select AM or FM Modes. SET Button (Radio [...]

Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play , DVD-VIDEO) The radio DVD player and many DVD discs are coded by geographic region. These r egion codes must match in order for the disc to play . If the region code for the DVD disc does not match the region code for the radio DVD player , it will not play the disc. Customers may t[...]

Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s) Press the eject button and the push-button with the corresponding number (1-6) wher e the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show 9 EJECTING DISC 9 when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to r emove the disc. Press and hold the eje[...]

Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files The radio can play MP3/WMA files; however , acceptable MP3/WMA file r ecording media and formats ar e limited. When writing MP3/WMA files, pay attention to the following restrictions. Supported Media (Disc T ypes) The MP3/WMA file recording media supported by the radio are CDDA, CD-R, CD-R W , MP3,WMA, DVD V ideo, DVD[...]

If a disc contains multi formats, such as CD audio and mp3/wma tracks, the radio will only play the mp3/wma tracks on that disc. Supported MP3/WMA File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3/WMA extension as MP3/WMA files. Non-MP3/WMA files named with the *.MP3/WMA extension may cause play- back problems. The radio is designed t[...]

Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pr o files are not supported. Playback of MP3/WMA Files When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3/WMA files. Loading times for playback of MP3/WMA files may b[...]

Press the INFO button once mor e to return to 9 elapsed time 9 priority mode. Press and hold the INFO button for 3 seconds or mor e and radio will display song titles for each file. Press and hold the INFO button again for 3 seconds to return to 9 elapsed time 9 display . Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio [...]

SET Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (UConnect™) (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect™)” in Section 3 of this manual. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to “Satellite Radio” in this section. Operating Instructions - V ideo Entertainment Sy[...]

The RER multimedia system contains a radio, Sirius Satellite Radio player , Navigation system, CD/DVD player , USB port, 20 gigabyte Hard Drive (HDD), and the UConnect t hands-free Bluetooth cellular system. NOTE: If your vehicle is not equipped with UConnect t , the unit will respond with a “Featur e Not A vailable” message when selecting cont[...]

camera, and on some models a dual display screen operation. Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for detailed operating instructions. Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for detailed operating instructions. Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Communication (UConnect™) (If Equipped)[...]

Changing Daylight Savings T ime When selected, this feature will display the time of day in daylight savings time. Proceed as follows to change the current setting: 1. T urn on the system. 2. T ouch the screen wher e the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in the [...]

6. T o save the new time setting, touch the screen where the word “Save” is displayed. Show T ime if Radio is Off When selected, this feature will display the time of day on the touch screen when the system is turned of f. Proceed as follows to change the curr ent setting: 1. T urn on the system. 2. T ouch the screen wher e the time is displaye[...]

Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOLUME contr ol knob to turn on the radio. Press the ON/VOLUME contr ol knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic V olume Control The electronic volume contr ol turns con[...]

If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped W ith UCon- nect” message will display on the radio screen. Phone Button (UConnect™ Hands Free Phone) — If Equipped Press this button to operate the Hand Fr ee Phone (UCon- nect™) feature (if equipped). Refer to “Hands-Fr ee Com- munic[...]

Step 2. For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio, press the SETUP button and then follow the above procedur e, starting at Step 2. INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio T ext message broadcast fr om an FM station (FM mode only). R W/FF Pressing the R W (Rewind) or[...]

Press the r otary TUNE control knob a fifth time and F ADE will display . T urn the TUNE control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers. Press the r otary TUNE control knob again to exit setting tone, balance, and fade. MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music T ype mode for[...]

Program T ype 16 Digit-Character Display Rhythm and Blues R & B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious T alk Rel T alk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Sports Sports T alk T alk T op 40 T op 40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the Music T ype icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to th[...]

SET Button — T o Set the Push-Button Memory When you are r eceiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory , press the SET button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window . Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this station and press and r elease that button. If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after[...]

Inserting Compact Disc(s) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display . If a CD does not go into the slot more than an inch, a disc may already be loaded and must be ejected before a new disc can be loaded. If you ins[...]

If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not r emoved, the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it. A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF . NOTE: Ejecting with ignition OFF is not allowed on convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). SEEK Button Press the righ[...]

Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran- domly selected track. Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play . Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however , acceptable MP3 file recor ding media and formats are limited. When writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric- tions. Supported Media (D[...]

• Level 2: 31 (including a separator 9 . 9 and a 3-character extension) Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). Discs created with an option such as 9 keep disc open after writing 9 are most likely multisession discs. The [...]

Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files. Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following: • Media - CD-R W media may take longer to load than C[...]

Press and hold the INFO button again for 3 seconds to return to 9 elapsed time 9 display . Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player , or cassette player , and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play th[...]

SA TELLITE RADIO (RSC) — IF EQUIPPED (RER/REQ/REN RADIOS ONL Y) Satellite radio uses direct satellite to r eceiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius™ Satel- lite Radio. This service offers up to 100 channels of music, sports, news, entertainment, and programming[...]

selected. Press the TUNE contr ol knob and the Sirius ID number will display . The Sirius ID number display will time out in 2 minutes. Press any button on the radio to exit this screen. Selecting Satellite Mode Press the SA T button until 9 SA T 9 appears in the display . A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode. Satellite An[...]

SEEK Buttons Press and r elease the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass channels without stopping until you release it. SCAN Button Pressing[...]

By pressing the SEEK button when the Music T ype function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next channel with the same selected Music T ype name. If a preset button is activated while in the Music T ype (Program T ype) mode, the Music T ype mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset channel. SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP bu[...]

Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect™)” in Section 3 of this manual. Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES™) (If Equipped) Refer to separate “V ideo Entertainment System (VES™) Guide.” VIDEO ENTERT AINMENT SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The optional VES™ (V i[...]

NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD scr een has been raised to its viewing position. • The touch screen radio and DVD player contr ols allow front seat operation for easy setup in the case of younger rear seat passengers. • A battery-powered infrar ed remote contr ol that snaps into a molded compartment in the center console armrest upper sto[...]

Audio/V ideo RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks) on the rear of the center console enable the monitor to display video directly from a video camera, connect video games for display on the screen, or play music directly fr om an MP3 player . 1. V ideo in (yellow) 2. Left audio in (white) 3. Right audio in (red) NOTE: Refer to your “V ehicle Entertainment System[...]

• the iPod t battery charges when plugged into the UCI connector . Connecting the iPod T Device Use the optional connection cable to connect an iPod t to the vehicle’s UCI connector (which is located in the glove box on some vehicles. This location may vary with vehicle). Once the iPod t is connected and synchronized to the vehicle system (this[...]

R W (Rewind) Button Press and hold the “R W” button to move backward in the current track. Holding the “R W” button long enough will take you back to the beginning of the current track. Pressing and r eleasing the “R W” button will go back 5 seconds of the current track. FF (Fast Forward) Button Press and hold the “FF” button to mov[...]

SCAN Button Pressing the “SCAN” button will play the first 5 seconds of each track in the current list and then forwar d to the next song. T o stop the SCAN mode and start playing the desired track, pr ess the “SCAN” button again. During the SCAN mode, you can also press the SEEK button to the left or right to go to the previous or next tra[...]

During all List modes, the iPod t will display all lists in “wrap-around” mode. So if the track you wish to select is at the bottom of the list, you just turn the “TUNE/ SCROLL” knob backwards (counter -clockwise) to get to the track faster . Radio Preset Buttons In the List mode, the radio preset buttons ar e used as shortcuts to the follo[...]

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS The remote sound system contr ols are located on the surface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o’clock positions. V ehicles equipped with steering wheel mounted buttons are also equipped with the Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driver -interactive display . This is located in the[...]

If the Compass/T emp/Audio screen is alr eady displayed when the AUDIO MODE button is pressed, then the mode will change (i.e. from AM to FM, to Media mode, etc., depending on which radio is in the vehicle). When the EVIC is in the Compass/T emp/ Audio screen, pr ess the FUNCTION SELECT button to operate various radio, media, and Universal Customer[...]

RADIO OPERA TION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does not satisfactorily “cle[...]

Blower Control The rotary knob on the left contr ols the blower . The control has an OFF posi- tion and four speed settings. The blower will remain on until the con- trol is turned to the OFF position or the ignition is turned OFF . T emperature Control The rotary knob in the center contr ols air temperature. Rotate the contr ol to the left for coo[...]

is also directed to the fr ont door windows through the side window demister grilles. • Floor Air flows through the floor outlets located under the instrument panel and into the r ear seating area thr ough vents under the front seats. • Bi-Level Air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel and thr ough the outlets located on th[...]

Automatic T emperature Control — If Equipped Automatic Operation The Infrared Dual-Zone Climate Contr ol System auto- matically maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger . T o accomplish this, the system gathers information from the controls on the climate contr ol, from a dual sun[...]

Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by turning the Mode Control knob (on the right) to AUT O, and place the Blower Control knob (on the left) to either LO AUT O or HI AUT O. The LO AUTO position should be used for front seat occupants only . The HI AUTO position should be used when more airflow is desir ed, or when rear seat occupants ar[...]

NOTE: • The surface of the climate control panel and the top center of the instrument panel should be kept fr ee of debris due to the location of the climate control sensors. Mud on the windshield may also cause poor operation of this system. • Extended use of recir culation may cause the windows to fog. If the interior of the windows begins to[...]

UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 255 4[...]

The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Contr ol knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. • Defrost Air is directed to the windshield thr ough the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also directed to the fr ont door windows through the side window demister grilles[...]

turn off the air conditioning. An LED in the button illuminates when manual compressor operation is selected. NOTE: T o control the air conditioning manually , the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position. • Recirculation Contr ol This button can be used to block out smoke, odors, dust, high humidity , or if rapid cooling is desired. [...]

W inter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter months is not recommended because it may cause window fogging. V acation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, r un the air condi- tioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting[...]

Control Setting Suggestions for V arious W eather Conditions UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 259 4[...]

REAR WINDOW FEA TURES Rear Wiper Operation The rear wiper is operated by the r ear wiper/ washer switch. The switch is located near the top center of the instrument panel. An indicator in the switch illuminates when the rear wiper is on. T o use the rear wiper , push the left side of the rear wiper/washer switch in and release. The rear wiper syste[...]

T o use the rear washer , push the right side of the rear wiper/washer switch in and hold while spray is desired (maximum spray of 10 seconds). The rear wiper operates for 2 wipe cycles after the switch is released. Adding W asher Fluid The windshield washer and rear window washer shar e the same fluid reservoir . The reservoir is located in the fr[...]

W ARNING! 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. Electric Rear Window Defroster The electric Rear W indow Defroster Control is located on the climate control. Pr ess this button to turn on the rear window defr oster a[...]

ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS m Starting Procedur es ..................... 2 6 7 ▫ Automatic T ransmission ................ 2 6 8 ▫ Normal Starting (T ip Start) .............. 2 6 9 ▫ Extremely Cold W eather (Below 2 20°F Or 2 29°C) ............................. 2 6 9 ▫ If Engine Fails T o Start ................. 2 7 0 ▫ After Start[...]

▫ Acceleration ......................... 2 8 7 ▫ T raction ............................ 2 8 8 m Driving Through W ater .................. 2 8 8 ▫ Flowing/Rising W ater .................. 2 8 8 ▫ Shallow Standing W ater ................. 2 8 9 m Parking Brake ......................... 2 9 0 m Brake System .......................... 2 9 2 ▫[...]

▫ Limited Use Spare — If Equipped ......... 3 1 5 ▫ T ire Spinning ........................ 3 1 6 ▫ T read W ear Indicators .................. 3 1 7 ▫ Life Of T ire ......................... 3 1 7 ▫ Replacement T ires ..................... 3 1 8 ▫ Alignment And Balance ................. 3 1 9 m Self-Sealing T ires — If Equipped ....[...]

▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............ 3 3 8 m V ehicle Loading ........................ 3 3 9 ▫ V ehicle Certification Label ............... 3 3 9 ▫ Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) ....... 3 3 9 ▫ Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) ......... 3 4 0 ▫ Overloading ......................... 3 4 0 ▫ Loading .......................[...]

ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instr uct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or [...]

Automatic T ransmission The gear selector must be in the “N” (Neutral) or “P” (Park) position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear . CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into P ARK only after the vehicle has come to a compl[...]

Normal Starting (Tip Start) NOTE: Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Do not press the accelerator . Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the ST AR T position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue[...]

If Engine Fails T o Start W ARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury . • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot[...]

After Starting The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up. ENGINE BLOCK HEA TER — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather . Connect the cord to a standard 1 10-1 15 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, thr ee-wire extension cor d. The eng[...]

W ARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or “N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling [...]

• The electronically contr olled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electr onics are self-calibrating. Therefor e, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt or soft until after the break-in period. This is a normal condition, and pr e- cision shifts will develop within a few shift cycles. The selec[...]

change the way it shifts to help control the condition. This may result in a slightly dif ferent feeling or r esponse during normal operation in “D” (Drive) position. After the transmission cools down, it will return to normal operation. Brake/T ransmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a brake transmission shift interloc[...]

tab, which can be accessed through a hole inside the bin. While the override is pressed, the shifter can be moved out of the “P” (Park) position without pressing the brake. After operation, return the r ubber storage tray to its original position. 4 Speed Automatic T ransmission Shifting from “D” (Drive) to “P” (Park) or “R” (Revers[...]

Never use “P” (Park) while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. When parking on a flat surface, place the gear selector in the “P” (Park) position first, and then apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in [...]

CAUTION! Damage to the shifter could result if the selector lever is moved out of “P” (Park) before the ignition is turned from the LOCK to ON position. “R” (Reverse) For moving the vehicle rearwar d. Always stop before moving the lever to “R” (Reverse), except when rocking the vehicle. “N” (Neutral) Engine may be started in this ra[...]

shifts, and the best fuel economy . Select the “3” range when frequent transmission shifting occurs when using the Overdrive range, such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, travel- ing into strong head winds, or while towing heavy trailers. NOTE: • If the vehicle is started in cold temperatures, shi[...]

CAUTION! Never race the engine with the brakes on and the vehicle in gear , and never hold the vehicle on an incline without applying the brakes. These practices can cause overheating and damage to the transmission. T orque Converter Clutch A feature designed to impr ove fuel economy has been added to the automatic transmission of this vehicle. A c[...]

T ransmission Limp Home Mode The transmission is monitored for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the transmission automatically shifts into second gear . The transmission remains in second gear despite the forwar d gear selected. “P” (Park), “R” (Reverse), and “N” (Neu- tral) will continue to opera[...]

Gear Ranges “P” (Park) “P” (Park) supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never use “P” (Park) while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. When parking on a flat surface, place the gear selector in the “P” (Park) position [...]

W ARNING! Never use “P” (Park) position on an automatic trans- mission as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the selector lever into the “P” (Park) position: ?[...]

CAUTION! Coasting the vehicle or driving for any other reason with selector lever in NEUTRAL can result in trans- mission damage. W ARNING! Do not coast in “N” (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. Y ou might lose control of the[...]

the selector lever in the “D -” direction and the transmis- sion will shift from the curr ent gear to the next lower gear . Press and hold the selector lever in the “D-” dir ection and the transmission will shift from the curr ent gear directly to the next lowest gear for best acceleration. NOTE: T o avoid overrevving the engine when the se[...]

damage, the transmission will engage Limp Home Mode. If vehicle acceleration worsens, or the transmission no longer shifts, the transmission is most likely operating in the Limp Home Mode. In this mode, the transmission will remain in the curr ent gear until the vehicle is brought to a stop. After the vehicle has stopped, “P” (Park), “R” (R[...]

In Permanent Limp Home Mode, “P” (Park), “R” (Re- verse), and “N” (Neutral) will continue to operate. Sec- ond gear will operate in the “D” (Drive) shifter position. The malfunction indicator light may illuminate. AUTOSTICK T — IF EQUIPPED Autostick t is a driver-interactive transmission that of fers manual gear shifting to provid[...]

ALL WHEEL DRIVE — IF EQUIPPED This feature pr ovides full time All Wheel Drive (A WD) with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)/T raction Control. The front wheels pr ovide 38% of the torque, and the r ear wheels provide 62% of the tor que. The system is auto- matic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills requir ed. CAUTION! All wheels must ha[...]

T raction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and r oad surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability . T o reduce this possibility , the following precau- tions should be observed: 1. Slow down during rainstorms[...]

Shallow Standing W ater Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water , consider the following before doing so: CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle. • Determine the[...]

W ARNING! • 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 vehi- cle’ s braking capabilities, which increases stop- ping distances. Therefore, after driving through standing water , drive slowly and[...]

When parking on a hill, it is important to apply the parking brake before placing the gear selector in P (Park), otherwise the load on the transmission locking mecha- nism may make it difficult to move the selector out of park. As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away fr om the curb on an uphill gra[...]

W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power win- dows, other controls, or move the vehicle. • Be sure the parking brake is fully dise[...]

Anti-Lock Brake System — If Equipped The Anti-Lock Brake System provides incr eased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the brakes during severe braking conditions to pr event wheel lock-up. The electronic brake for ce distribution (EBD) prevents the rear wheels fr om over-br[...]

W ARNING! • The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated elec- tronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio trans- mitting equipment. This interference can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capability . Installation of such equip- ment should be performed by qualified pro[...]

If both the Brake W arning Light and the ABS Light remain on, the Anti-Lock brakes (ABS) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) systems ar e not function- ing. Immediate repair to the ABS system is requir ed. POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and incr eased ease of maneuverability in tight [...]

CAUTION! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should be avoided when possible. Damage to the power steering pump may occur . MUL TI DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) — 5.7L Engine Only This feature of fers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the en[...]

The TCS monitors the amount of wheel spin of each driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressur e is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to pr ovide enhanced acceleration and stability . The ESP/TCS indicator light, located in the instrument cluster , starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESP s[...]

Refer to “Electronic Stability Pr ogram (ESP)” in this section for additional system information and operating instructions. BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM (BAS) — IF EQUIPPED W ARNING! The BAS (Brake Assist System) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditi[...]

ELECTRONIC ST ABILITY PROGRAM (ESP) — IF EQUIPPED W ARNING! The ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on v[...]

The ESP/TCS Indicator Light, located in the instrument cluster , starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes active. The indicator light also flashes when the TCS is active. If the indicator light begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sur e to a[...]

CAUTION! When the ESP/TCS Indicator Light is illuminated continuously , the ESP is switched off. A void spin- ning one drive wheel. This may cause serious dam- age to the drive train. CAUTION! If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised, the engine must be shut off (key in the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK or ACC position). Otherwise, the [...]

The system will turn the ESP/BAS malfunction indicator light on continuously while the engine running if it detects a malfunction in either the ESP or the BAS or both. If the light remains on after several ignition cycles, and you have driven the vehicle several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), and the ESP is synchro- nized (refer to [...]

• European Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards. T ires designed to this standar d have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter 9 P 9 is absent from this tir e size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • L T (Light T ruck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. The s[...]

T ire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standar ds ( ....blank.... ( = Passenger car tire based on Eur opean design standards LT = Light T ruck tire based on U.S. design standar ds T = T emporary Spare tir e 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section W idth in Millimeters (mm) 65 = Aspe[...]

EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry . H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corr esponding to its load index under certain operating conditions. —The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be [...]

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. T ires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tir es as mounted on the vehicle. If t[...]

Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tir e inflation pressur e is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar . T ire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) the[...]

Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Y ou will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tir e size, and cold tire inflation pressur es specified on the “T ire and Loading Information” placard and in the “V ehicle Load[...]

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer , load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the avail[...]

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W ARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMA TION Tire Pressure Proper tir e inflation pressur e is essential to the safe and satisfactory [...]

2. Economy— Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tir e tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tr ead life resulting in a need for earlier tire r eplacement. Under inflation, also increases tire r olling resistance and r esults in higher fuel consump- tion. 3. Ride Comfort and V ehicle Stabili[...]

check tire pr essure. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Radial tir es may look properly inflated even when they ar e under inflated. CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped). This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which co[...]

T ire Pressures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tir e inflation pressur e is very important. Increased tir e pressur e and reduced vehicle loading may be requir ed for [...]

Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emer gency use with radial tires. It is engineer ed to be used on your style vehicle only . Since this tire has limited tread life, the original tire should be r epaired (or r eplaced) and rein- stalled at the first opportunity . W ARNING! T emporary use spare tires are for emerg[...]

original equipped tire on the fr ont or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited use spare tire af fects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same tire, replace (or r epair) the original tire and r einstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity . W ARNING! The limited use spare tires are for emergency use only . Ins[...]

T read Wear Indicators T read wear indicators ar e in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tr ead grooves. They will appear as bands when the tr ead depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tir e [...]

W ARNING! T ires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. Y ou could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Pr otect [...]

W ARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combina- tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance charac- teristics, resulting in changes to steering, han- dling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steeri[...]

SELF-SEALING TIRES — IF EQUIPPED A non-hardening viscous sealant applied to the inner liner of each tire fills punctur es up to 0.19 in. (5 mm) to minimize the loss of air pressur e. This contributes to the safety of the vehicle by significantly reducing the pr ob- ability of a roadside stop due to a flat tir e. TIRE CHAINS Use only compact chain[...]

NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tir es, chains, and your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of time on dry pavement. Observe the tire chain manufactur er’s instructions on method of installation, operating speed, and conditions for usage. Always use the lower suggested operating speed if both the chain manufacturer and vehicle manufact[...]

Remember , more fr equent rotation is permissible if de- sired. Also, correct for anything causing rapid or unusual wear prior to performing the tire r otation. The suggested rotation method is the “forwar d-cross” shown in the following diagram. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) — IF EQUIPPED • The T ire Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) w[...]

pressur e will also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pr essure. • The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tire pressur e if the tire pr essure falls below the low- pressur e warning limit for any reason, including low temperature ef fects and natural pressur e loss throug[...]

CAUTION! • The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when us- ing replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause [...]

• Seasonal temperature changes will af fect tire pr essure, and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pr essure in the tire. Base System — If Equipped The T ire Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pr essure levels. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve [...]

vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to r eceive this information. Check TPMS W arning If a system fault is detected, the T ire Pressur e Monitoring T elltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. The system fault will also sound a chime. If the ignition key i[...]

NOTE: V ehicles with Compact Spare 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tir e pressur e monitoring sensor . Therefor e, the TPMS will not monitor the pressur e in the compact spare tir e. 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a r oad tire that has a pr essure below the low-pr essure warning limit, upon the next ignition key cycl[...]

• 3 T rigger Modules (mounted in three of the four wheel-wells) • V arious T ir e Pressur e Monitoring System Messages, which display in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) • T ire Pressur e Monitoring T elltale Light The matching full size spare wheel and tir e assembly (if equipped) has a tire pr essure monitoring sensor . The[...]

Should this occur , you should stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires with low pr essure (those flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pr essure value. Once the system r eceives the updated tire pr essures, the system will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flash- ing, and the[...]

1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same Radio Frequencies as the TPM sensors. 2. Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains materials, which may block radio wave signals. 3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings. 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. 5. Using[...]

Light will remain ON and a chime will sound. In addition, the graphic in the EVIC will still display a flashing pressur e value. 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h), the TPM T elltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then r emain on solid. In addition, the EVIC will display a 9 CHECK TPM SYSTEM 9 m[...]

The tire pr essure sensors ar e covered under one of the following licenses: United States ..................... KR5S120123 Canada ........................ 2671-S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 2.7L Engine The 2.7L engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and pr ovide excel- lent fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded ?[...]

Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the W orld- wide Fuel Charter , WWFC) which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer r ecom- mends the use of gasoline that meets the WWFC speci- fications if they ar[...]

MMT In Gasoline 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 emission system performance in some vehicles. The man[...]

• 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 requir e immediate service. Contact your dealer for service assistance. • The use of fuel additives, which are now be[...]

• Guard against carbon monoxide with pr oper mainte- nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repair ed promptly . Until repair ed, drive with all side windows fully open. • Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex- haust g[...]

CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system. • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc- tion Indicator Light to turn on. • T o avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not ?[...]

W ARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. Y ou could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground whi[...]

A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System” in Section 7 of this manual for more information. VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the “V ehicle Certification Label.” This information should be used fo[...]

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GA WR) The GA WR is the maximum capacity of the front and r ear axles. Distribute the load over the front and r ear axles evenly . Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GA WR. W ARNING! Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GA WR. A dang[...]

Loading T o load your vehicle properly , first figure out its empty weight, axle by axle and side by side. Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely befor e driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you have exceeded either GA WR, but the total load is within t[...]

EXAMPLE ONL Y Front Axle Rear Axle Empty W eight 2054 lbs (932 kg) 1805 lbs (819 kg) Load (Including driver , pas- sengers and cargo) 271 lbs (123 kg) 579 lbs (263 kg) T otal 2325 lbs (1055 kg) 2384 lbs (1081 kg) GA WR 2546 lbs (1 155 kg) 2708 lbs (1228 kg) NOTE: Refer to the “V ehicle Certification Label” at- tached to the rear of the driver?[...]

Gross T railer W eight (GTW) The Gross T railer W eight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables, and equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the trailer in its 9 loaded and ready for operation 9 condition. The recommended way to measur e GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The [...]

Frontal Area Frontal ar ea is the maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer . T railer Sway Control The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer [...]

W ARNING! • An improperly adjusted W eight Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling, stability , brak- ing performance, and could result in an accident. • W eight Distributing Systems may not be compat- ible with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Rec- reational V ehicle dealer for additio[...]

T railer Hitch Classification Y our vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional T railer T ow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer for package content. The following chart provides the industry standar d for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and shou[...]

T railer T owing Weights (Maximum T railer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/T ransmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross T railer Wt.) Max. T ongue Wt. 2.7L & 3.5L Rear Wheel Drive (R WD) Automatic 22 SQ. FT . (2.04 square meters) Up to 2 persons & Luggag[...]

Engine/T ransmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross T railer Wt.) Max. T ongue Wt. 3.5L All Wheel Drive (A WD) & 5.7L Auto- matic 32 SQ. FT . (2.97 square meters) Up to 2 persons & Luggage 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg) 32 SQ. FT . (2.97 square meters) Up to 3 persons & Luggage 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg) 32 SQ. FT . (2.97 squa[...]

NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and it should never exceed the weight refer enced on the “T ire and Loading Information” placard. Refer to “T ire–Safety Information” in this section. T railer and T ongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in [...]

NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the “T ire and Loading Information” placard for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your ve[...]

W ARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and it will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control. Y[...]

4. T ongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requir ement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). T owing Requirements — T ires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tir e. − Proper tir e inflation pressur es are essential [...]

actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electr onic brake controller is not r equired. − T railer brakes are r ecommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and requir ed for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it s[...]

The T railer T ow Package may includ ea4a n d7p i n wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector . NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector . Refer to the following illustrations. 4 - Pin[...]

T owing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing the trailer in an area located away fr om heavy traffic. T owing T ips — Automatic T ransmission The “D” range can be selected when towing. However , if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3” range should be selected. NOTE: Using the “3” [...]

T owing T ips — Electronic Speed Control (If Equipped) − Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops gr eater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until you can get back to cruising speed. − Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency . T [...]

− Air Conditioning T urn off temporarily . − Refer to “Cooling System” under “Maintenance Pro- cedures” in Section 7 of this manual for mor e informa- tion. RECREA TIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground) Recreational towing for this vehicle is not[...]

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WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS m Hazard W arning Flasher .................. 3 6 0 m If Y our Engine Overheats ................. 3 6 1 m Jacking And T ire Changing ................ 3 6 2 ▫ Preparations For Jacking ................ 3 6 3 ▫ Jack Location/Spare T ire Stowage .......... 3 6 4 ▫ Jacking And Changing a T ire ............. 3 6 [...]

HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The hazard flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel below the center air outlets. T o engage the Hazard W arning Flashers, depress the switch on the instrument panel. When the Hazar d W arn- ing Switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traf fic of an emer[...]

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEA TS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appr opriate ac- tion. • On the highways — Slow down. • In city traffic — While stopped, put transmission in “N” (Neutral), but do not increase engine idle speed. NOTE: There ar e steps that you can take to slow down [...]

W ARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. Y ou or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. Y ou may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see Section 7, Maintenance, of this manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph. JACKIN[...]

Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible. A void icy or slippery areas. 2. Set the parking brake and place the gear selector in P ARK. 3. T urn OFF the ignition. 4. T urn on the Hazard W arning Flasher . 5. Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is bei[...]

Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage The jack and spare tir e are both stowed under a hinged access cover in the load floor in the cargo ar ea. Follow these steps to access the jack and spare tir e. NOTE: The spare tir e must be removed in or der to access the jack. 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Fold up the tri-fold floor (if equipped) by lifting the handle[...]

3. Lift the access cover using the pull strap. 4. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. 5. Remove the spare tire. Lifting The Access Cover Spare T ire Fastener WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 365 6[...]

6. Remove the fastener securing the jack. W ARNING! 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. Jacking and Changing a Tire 1. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. Passengers should not remain in the[...]

3. If equipped with steel wheels, do not remove the wheel cover at this time. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap of f carefully befor e raising the vehicle. W ARNING! T o avoid possible personal injury , handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with the metal[...]

4. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to loosen, but not remove, the lug nuts on the wheel with the flat tire. T urn the lug nuts counter -clockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 5. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. T urn the jack scr ew clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddl[...]

Jack Engagement Locations WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369 6[...]

6. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tir e. W ARNING! 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. 7. Remove the lug nuts, wheel cover (if equipped), and tire. Remove the cov[...]

W ARNING! 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. Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tir e is for temporary emergency use with radial tires. It is engineer ed to be used on your style vehicle only . Since th[...]

1. Mount the road tire on the axle. For vehicles equipped with wheel covers, perform Steps 2 and 3. For vehicles equipped with center caps, proceed to Step 4. 2. Install two lug nuts on the mounting studs, which are on each side of the stud that is in alignment with the valve stem. Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the[...]

correct tightness of each lug nut is 100 ft/lb. (135 N. m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wr ench by your dealer or at a service station. 7. For vehicles equipped with center caps, install the center cap by hand. Do not use a hammer or excessive force to install the center cap. 8. Stow the jack, tools, and[...]

NOTE: The battery is stored under a hinged access cover in the load floor in the cargo ar ea. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump-starting. 1. W ear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. 2. When boost is provided by a battery[...]

6. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine ground (-) of the vehicle with the discharged battery . Make sure you have a good contact on the engine ground. Refer to the following illustration for jump-starting connections. W ARNING! • Y ou should not try to start your vehicle by pushing[...]

NOTE: For vehicles equipped with ESP , refer to 9 Syn- chronizing ESP 9 under 9 Electr onic Stability Program 9 in Section 5 of this manual if the ESP/BAS light (in the instrument cluster) r emains on continuously after start- ing the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery . 8. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above sequence [...]

CAUTION! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- tween “First” and R (Reverse), do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result. • Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 35 m[...]

TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground) Flat towing of vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, is only permitted within the following limitations: W ith The Ignition Key Y our vehicle may be towed under the following condi- tions: The gear selector must be in “N” (Neutral), the dista[...]

If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the key must be in the ON position, not the ACC position. Make certain the transmission remains in “N” (Neutral). TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLL Y The manufacture does not recommend that you tow this vehicle on a tow dolly . V ehicle damage[...]

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MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m 2.7L Engine Compartment ................ 3 8 4 m 3.5L Engine Compartment ................ 3 8 5 m 5.7L Engine Compartment ................ 3 8 6 m Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ........ 3 8 7 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap .................. 3 8 7 m Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ...............[...]

▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............. 4 0 0 ▫ A/C Air Filter — If Equipped ............ 4 0 1 ▫ Power Steering — Fluid Check ............ 4 0 2 ▫ Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints ........ 4 0 2 ▫ Steering Linkage ...................... 4 0 3 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 4 0 3 ▫ W iper Blades ..............[...]

▫ T ail/Stop, T urn Signal Light, And Backup Light .............................. 4 3 2 ▫ License Light ........................ 4 3 5 m Fluids And Capacities ................... 4 3 6 m Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts ........ 4 3 8 ▫ Engine ............................. 4 3 8 ▫ Chassis ............................ 4 4 0 MAINT AINING[...]

2.7L ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 1 — Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Coolant Pressur e Cap 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Coolant Bottle 9 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post 5 — Power Steering Fluid 10 — W asher Fluid Bottle 384 MAINT AININ[...]

3.5L ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 1 — Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) 6 — Coolant Bottle 2 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Coolant Pressur e Cap 9 — W asher Fluid Bottle 5 — Power Steering Fluid 10 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post MAINT AINING YO[...]

5.7L ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 1 — Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Coolant Pressur e Cap 7 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Coolant Bottle 9 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post 5 — Power Steering Fluid 10 — W asher Fluid Bottle 386 MAINT AININ[...]

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Y our vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems ar e operating properly , your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy , as wel[...]

odometer reset button to turn of f the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requir ement to [...]

5. Approximately 15 seconds later , one of two things will happen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn of f the ignition key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station. b. The MIL will not flash at all an[...]

DEALER SERVICE Y our dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner . Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any pr ocedure yourself. NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions [...]

These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected. Engine Oil Checking Oil Level — 2.7L, 3.5L Engines T o assure pr oper 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 5 minut[...]

Checking Oil Level — 5.7L Engine T o assure pr oper 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 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level gr[...]

Change Engine Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 of this manual for information on this system. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months, whichever occurs fir[...]

The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com- partment” illustration in this section. NOTE: V ehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use SAE 5W -20 oil. Failure to do so may result in impr oper operation of the Multiple Di[...]

Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters, indiscriminately discarded, can pr esent a problem to the environment. Contact your dealer , service station, or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can b[...]

Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire pr operly to assure engine perfor - mance and emission control. New plugs should be in- stalled at the specified mileage. The entire set should be replaced if ther e is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug. Malfunctioning spark plugs can damage the cata- lytic converter . Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and G[...]

Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requir es the use of unleaded fuel only . Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not requir e maintenance. However , it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assur e prope[...]

W ARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine opera[...]

NOTE: The battery is stored under a hinged access cover in the load floor in the cargo ar ea. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump-starting. W ARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Don’t lean ove[...]

CAUTION! • It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked posi- tive (+) and negative (-) and identified on the battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion.[...]

W ARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to Section 3 of the W arranty Information b[...]

Install new filter with arrows pointing in the dir ection of airflow , which is toward the r ear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the filter indicate this). Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 of this manual for the recommended air conditioning filter replacement intervals. Power Steering — Fluid Check Checking the power steeri[...]

Steering Linkage The tie rod end ball joints should be inspected for external leakage or damage when other maintenance is performed. Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including seat tracks, door hinges, liftgate hinges, and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against r ust an[...]

Windshield W ashers/Rear Window W asher The windshield washer and the rear window washer share the same fluid r eservoir . The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment. Be sur e to check the fluid level in the reservoir at r egular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and op[...]

vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for br oken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the exhaust syst[...]

Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) pr otection every 12 months (before the onset of fr eezing weather , where applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the fr ont of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty , clean[...]

CAUTION! • Mixing of coolants other than specified HOA T engine coolants, may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. If a non-HOA T coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency , it should be replaced with the speci- fied coolant as soon as possible. • Do not use plain water alone or alcohol-base engine [...]

• Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant solution. The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion pr otection in the engine cooling system. Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of pr otection against freezing ac- cordi[...]

Disposal of Used Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring pr oper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community . T o prevent ingestion by animals or childr en, do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in pu[...]

• Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If antifr eeze needs to be added, contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against fr eezing. • If frequent coolant additions ar e requir ed, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle does not [...]

Insure nylon tubing in these ar eas has not melted or collapsed. Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou- plings to make sure they ar e secure and no leaks ar e present. Components should be replaced immediately if ther e is any evidence of wear or damage that could cause failure. Fuel System The Electronic Fuel Injection high-pr essure[...]

Brake and Power Steering Hoses When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance, inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle r ubber , cracking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber . Particular attention should be made to examining those [...]

Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately if the brake system warning light indicates system fail- ure. Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per- forming underhood services. Clean the top of the master cylinder area befor e removing the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the[...]

CAUTION! Do not allow petroleum-base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Seal damage may result. Automatic T ransmission Fluid Level Check Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not requir ed. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted. If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction, have your authorized dealer check the transmis[...]

Fluid and Filter Changes Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 of this manual for the recommended transmission fluid and filter change intervals. If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. Special Additives Automatic T ransmission Fluid (A TF) is an engineered product and its performan[...]

Fluid Changes Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 of this manual for the recommended transfer case fluid change intervals. Front and Rear Wheel Bearings Front and r ear wheel bearings are permanently sealed. No regular maintenance is r equired for these compo- nents. Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body [...]

W ashing • W ash your vehicle regularly . Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using Mopar t Car W ash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water . • If insects, tar , or other similar deposits have accumu- lated on your vehicle, use Mopar t Super Kleen Bug and T ar Remover to remove. • Use Mopar t Cleaner W [...]

• If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause, which destroys the paint and pr otective coating, have your vehicle repair ed as soon as pos- sible. The cost of such repairs is consider ed the respon- sibility of the owner . • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such mate[...]

Y our leather upholstery can be best preserved by r egular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed pr omptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar t T otal Clean or equivalent. Care should be taken to avoid s[...]

quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments, which may scratch the elements. When cleaning the rear view mirr or , spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirr or . Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instr uments [...]

FUSES (POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTERS) Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) A power distribution center is located in the engine compartment. This center contains fuses and relays. Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 — 15 Amp Blue W asher Motor 2 — 25 Amp Neutral Powertrain Control Module (PCM) 3 — 25 Amp Neutral Ignition Run/Start[...]

Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 10 30 Amp Pink — W indshield W iper 1 1 30 Amp Pink — Anti-lock Brakes System (ABS) V alves - if equipped 12 40 Amp Green — Radiator Fan 13 50 Amp Red — Anti-lock Brakes System (ABS) Pump Motor - if equipped 14 60 Amp Y ellow — Radiator Fan 15 50 Amp Red — Radiator Fan 1 6——— 1 7——[...]

CAUTION! • When installing the Power Distribution Center cover , it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Power Distribution Center , and possibly result in an electrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse havin[...]

Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 60 Amp Y ellow — Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 2 40 Amp Green — Integrated Power Mod- ule (IPM) 3— — — 4 40 Amp Green — Integrated Power Mod- ule (IPM) 5 30 Amp Pink — Heated Seats - if equipped 6 — 20 Amp Y ellow Fuel Pump 7— — — 8 — 15 [...]

Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 9 — 20 Amp Y ellow Power Outlet 1 0——— 11 * ——— 12 * ——— 13 * ——— 14 — 10 Amp Red AC Heater Control/ Cluster/Security Mod- ule - if equipped 15 — 20 Amp Y ellow T railer T ow Brake Mod- ule - if equipped 16 — 20 Amp Y ellow Rear Power Outlet 17 — 20 Amp Y ellow Cluster [...]

Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 28 — 10 Amp Red Ignition Run 29 — 5 Amp Orange Cluster/Electronic Sta- bility Program (ESP) - if equipped/Powertrain Control Module (PCM)/ Stop Light Switch 30 — 10 Amp Red Door Modules/Power Mirrors/Steering Con- trol Module (SCM) 3 1——— 3 2——— 3 3——— 3 4——— Cavity Car- tr[...]

Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 40 — 5 Amp Orange Auto Inside Rearview Mirror - if equipped/ Heated Seats - if equipped/Switch Bank 41 — 10 Amp Red AC Heater Control/ Headlights/T ire Pres- sure Monitoring - if equipped 42 30 Amp Pink — Front Blower Motor 43 30 Amp Pink — Rear W indow Defroster 44 20 Amp Blue — Amplifier - i[...]

CAUTION! • When installing the Power Distribution Center cover , it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Power Distribution Center , and possibly result in an electrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse havin[...]

REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights .............. W 5 W Rear Compartment (Liftgate) Light ............ 5 7 8 Overhead Console Reading Lights ............. 5 7 8 V isor V anity Lights ..................... A6220 Glove Box Light ......................... 1 9 4 Door Courtesy ......................[...]

BULB REPLACEMENT Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and Park/T urn Light 1. Open the hood. NOTE: Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlight assem- bly on the driver side of the vehicle. 2. T wist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly counter-clockwise and then pull it out of the hea[...]

CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. 3 — Park/T urn Light Bulb MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 7[...]

T ail/Stop, T urn Signal Light, and Backup Light 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove tail light access cover . 3. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector . 5. Remove 1 wing nut from the back of the tail light assembly . 6. Remove 2 push pin fasteners under the liftgate with a flat blade tool. 7. Pul[...]

8. T urn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly counter-clockwise to r emove it from the tail light assem- bly . 1 — T ail/Stop Light Bulb 2 — T urn Signal Light Bulb MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 7[...]

9. Disconnect the bulb fr om the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly , and then turn it clockwise. 1 1. Reinstall the tail light assembly , fasteners, and elec- trical connector . 12. Close the liftgate. 3 — Backup Light Bulb 434 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

License Light 1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly . 3. Disconnect the bulb fr om the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly . 5. Reattach the light to the rear fascia, and then install the screws. 1 — License Light Bulb 2 — Socket[...]

FLUIDS AND CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (approximate) 2.7 Liter Engine 18 gallons 68 liters 3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive 18 gallons 68 liters 3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive 19 gallons 72 liters 5.7 Liter Engine 19 gallons 72 liters Engine Oil-W ith Filter 2.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W -20, API Certified) 6.0 qts. 5.7 liters 3.5 Liter [...]

Cooling System * 2.7 Liter Engine (Mopar t Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile For- mula) or equivalent. 9.9 qts 9.4 liters 3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive (Mopar t Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. 1 1.1 qts 10.5 liters 3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive (Mopar t Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile[...]

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar t Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive T echnology) or equivalent Engine Oil (2.7 Liter) Use API Certified SAE 5W -20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard [...]

Component Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Oil Filter (3.5 Liter) Mopar t 05281090 or equivalent. Oil Filter (5.7 Liter) Mopar t 05281090 or equivalent. Fuel Selection (2.7 Liter) 87 Octane Fuel Selection (3.5 Liter) 87 to 89 Octane Fuel Selection (5.7 Liter) 87 to 89 Octane MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 7[...]

Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Automatic T ransmission Mopar t A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar t DOT 3, SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids. Front Axle API GL-5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lu[...]

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance ........ 4 4 2 m Maintenance Schedule ................... 4 4 2 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ........... 4 4 5 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued pr oper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliab[...]

NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi- nated. • Change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-r oad for an extended period of time. • Under[...]

• Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir , brake master cylinder , power steering, and transmission, and add as needed. • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation. At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter . • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. CAUTION! Failure to perform the required maintenance items [...]

Required Maintenance Intervals Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . 6,000 10 000 6 Rotate the tires. 6,000 10 000 6 If using your vehicle in dusty or off-r oad conditions, inspect the engine air[...]

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Replace the engine air cleaner filter . 30,000 50 000 30 Inspect the transfer case fluid — All Wheel Drive (A WD). 30,000 50 000 30 Replace the spark plugs on 5.7L engines. 30,000 50 000 30 Change the [...]

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Replace the spark plugs on 2.7L and 3.5L engines. 102,000 170 000 102 Replace the timing belt on 3.5L engines. 102,000 170 000 102 Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter . 120,000 200 000 1[...]

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS m Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .............................. 4 5 0 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 4 5 0 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 4 5 0 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests ............. 4 5 0 m If Y ou Need Assistance ................... 4 5 0 m W arra[...]

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty , discuss additional charges with the service manager . Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s[...]

technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed corr ectly and in a timely manner . This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process. • If for some reason you ar e still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the deale[...]

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) T o assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (T elecommuni- 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 U[...]

W ARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod- ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor[...]

T o contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY : 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www .safercar .gov; or write to: Administrator , NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW ., W ash- ington, DC 20590. Y ou can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http:// www .safercar .gov .[...]

• Diagnostic Procedure Manuals. Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations, these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer - controlled vehicle systems and featur es. They show exactly how to find and correct pr oblems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshooting and drive[...]

DEP ARTMENT OF TRANSPORT A TION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab- lished by the National highway T raffic Safety Adminis- tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car . All Passenger Car T ires Must Con[...]

T emperature Grades The temperature grades ar e A (the highest), B, and C, repr esenting the tire’s r esistance 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 r educe tir[...]

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INDEX 10[...]

About Y our Brakes .................... 290,292 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .............. 2 9 3 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 4 0 7 Adding Fuel ........................... 3 3 6 Adding Rear W asher Fluid ................. 2 6 1 Adding W asher Fluid ............... 133,261,404 Additives, Fuel ......................... 3 3 4 Adjusta[...]

Audio Systems (Radio) ................. 201,219 Auto Down Power W indows ................ 3 5 Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 3 1 Auto Up Power W indows .................. 3 6 Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 8 6 Automatic Door Locks ................... 30,31 Automatic Headlights .................... 1 2 5 Automatic Oil Change [...]

Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 4 0 3 B-Pillar Location ........................ 3 0 7 Brake Assist System ...................... 2 9 8 Brake Control System, Electr onic ............. 2 9 8 Brake Fluid ............................ 4 4 0 Brake, Parking .......................... 2 9 0 Brake System ........................ 292,41 1 Anti-Lo[...]

Cellular Phone ..................... 89,219,221 Certification Label ....................... 3 3 9 Chains, T ire ............................ 3 2 0 Changing A Flat T ire ..................... 3 6 2 Chart, T ire Sizing ........................ 3 0 4 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ................................ 3 8 8 Checking Y our[...]

Coolant Level ...................... 406,409 Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 4 0 9 Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 4 0 6 Inspection ........................... 4 0 9 Points to Remember .................... 4 0 9 Pressur e Cap ......................... 4 0 8 Radiator Cap ......................... 4 0 8 Selection of Coolant (Ant[...]

Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing W ater .............................. 2 8 8 DVD Player (V ideo Entertainment System) ...... 2 4 0 Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 8 7 Electrical Power Outlets ................... 1 5 0 Electronic Brake Contr ol System Brake Assist System .................... 2 9 8 Electronic Stability Pr ogr[...]

Oil Change Interval ............... 179,188,393 Oil Filler Cap ...................... 393,394 Oil Filter ............................ 3 9 5 Oil Filter Disposal ...................... 3 9 5 Oil Selection ....................... 393,436 Oil Synthetic ......................... 3 9 4 Operation ............................ 7 5 Overheating ..............[...]

Fluid Level Checks Automatic T ransmission ................. 4 1 4 Brake ............................... 4 1 3 Cooling System ....................... 4 0 6 Engine Oil ........................ 391,392 Power Steering ........................ 4 0 2 T ransfer Case ......................... 4 1 5 Fluids ................................ 4 3 8 Fluids, Lub[...]

Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 3 3 3 Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 3 3 2 Conserving .......................... 1 8 8 Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 3 3 3 Gauges Coolant T emperature .................... 1 7 5 Fuel ................................ 1 7 4 Odometer ........................... 1 7 9 Speedometer ......[...]

Heater ............................... 2 4 9 Heater , Engine Block ..................... 2 7 1 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 128 Hitches T railer T owing ........................ 3 4 6 Holder , Coin ........................... 1 5 4 Holder , Cup ........................... 1 5 2 HomeLink t (Garage Door Opener) T ransmitter . . . 140[...]

Key-In Reminder ......................... 1 5 Keyless Entry System ...................... 2 0 Keys ................................. 1 2 Knee Bolster ............................ 5 2 Lane Change and T urn Signals .............. 1 2 8 Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 4 2 LA TCH (Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren) .....................[...]

Headlights On Reminder ................. 1 2 7 Headlights On W ith W ipers ............ 126,132 High Beam ........................ 128,178 High Beam Indicator .................... 1 7 8 High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 1 2 8 Illuminated Entry ....................... 2 0 Instrument Cluster .................. 124,174 Intensity Control ........[...]

Low T ire Pressur e System .................. 3 2 2 Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren (LA TCH) .......................... 70,71 Lubrication, Body ....................... 4 0 3 Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ................. 1 6 3 Lumbar Support ........................ 1 1 9 Maintenance Free Battery .................. 3 9 8 Maintenance, General ...[...]

Navigation System ....................... 2 1 9 New V ehicle Break-In Period ................ 7 5 Occupant Restraints ....................... 4 1 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............ 332,438 Odometer .......................... 174,179 T r i p ............................. 174,179 Oil Change Indicator .................. 179,188 Oil Change Ind[...]

Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 1 3 5 Personal Settings ........................ 1 9 6 Pets .................................. 7 5 Phone, Cellular .................... 89,219,221 Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™) ........ 89,219,221 Placard, T ire and Loading Information ......... 3 0 7 Port Universal Serial Bus (USB) ............. 201,219[...]

Rear Liftgate ............................ 3 9 Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 1 2 2 Rear W asher Fluid ....................... 2 6 1 Rear Wheel Bearings ..................... 4 1 6 Rear W indow Defroster ................... 2 6 2 Rear W indow Features .................... 2 6 0 Rear W iper/W asher ...................... 2 6 0 Rearview M[...]

Safety Information, T ire ................... 3 0 2 Safety T ips ............................. 7 6 Satellite Radio ............... 201,202,219,221,236 Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 2 3 7 Schedule, Maintenance .................... 4 4 2 Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 4 2 0 Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 4 9 Seat[...]

Service Contract ......................... 4 5 2 Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) ............................. 1 8 4 Service Manuals ........................ 4 5 4 Setting the Clock ................ 202,206,221,225 Settings, Personal ........................ 1 9 6 Shifting ............................... 2 7 1 Automatic T ransmiss[...]

Wheel, T ilt ........................... 1 3 4 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls .............................. 2 4 7 Storage ............................ 154,428 Storage, V ehicle ...................... 258,428 Storing Y our V ehicle ...................... 4 2 8 Stuck, Freeing .......................... 3 7 6 Sun Roof ..................[...]

Flat Changing ........................ 3 6 2 General Information .................... 3 1 1 High Speed .......................... 3 1 4 Inflation Pressur es ..................... 3 1 2 Jacking ........................... 363,366 Life of T ires .......................... 3 1 7 Load Capacity ..................... 307,308 Pressur e Monitor System (TPM[...]

W iring .............................. 3 5 3 T railer T owing Guide ..................... 3 4 7 T railer W eight .......................... 3 4 7 T ransfer Case ........................... 4 1 5 Fluid ............................ 415,440 Maintenance .......................... 4 1 6 T ransmission ........................... 4 1 4 Automatic .........[...]

V ehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7 V ehicle Storage ....................... 258,428 V ehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 1 8 V ideo Entertainment System (Rear Seat V ideo System) ............................... 2 4 0 V iscosity , Engine Oil ................... 393,394 W arning Flasher , Hazard .................. 3 6 0 W[...]

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGSAND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS /ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)Fob with Integrated KeyTip Start FeatureIgnition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer[...]