Chrysler 2006 Town and Country manuel d'utilisation

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    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 7 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL ...................................[...]

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

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    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 ar e urged to read these publications car efully . Following the instruc- t[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 5 1[...]

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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 IDE[...]

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    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 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys .................. 1 2 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ................... 1 2 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................ 1 3 䡵 Sentry Key ............................ 1 3 ▫ Replacement Keys ...................... 1 5 ▫ Customer Key Programming .............. 1 5 [...]

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    䡵 V ehicle Theft Alarm — If Equipped ........... 2 7 䡵 Sliding Side Door ........................ 2 9 ▫ Sliding Door Open Flash ................. 3 0 ▫ Power Sliding Door — If Equipped ......... 3 0 ▫ Child Protection Door Lock ............... 3 3 䡵 Liftgate ............................... 3 4 ▫ Power Liftgate — If Equipped ....[...]

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    ▫ Child Restraint ........................ 7 0 䡵 Rear Seat Delete Feature (Commer cial V ehicles Only) — If Equipped .......................... 7 8 ▫ Restraining Infants And Small Childr en W ith Seat Delete Feature (Commer cial V ehicles Only) .... 7 9 䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations ........... 8 2 䡵 Safety T ips ...................[...]

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    A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Y ou can insert the double sided keys into the locks with either side up. The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys fr om your dealer . Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Removal The sh[...]

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    NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power outlets, and removable console (if equipped), will r emain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle fr ont door will cancel this feature. W ARNING! Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger- ous for a number of reasons. A child or others could[...]

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    chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic regar dless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or unlocked. During normal operation, the Theft Ala[...]

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    All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electr onics. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it can not be programmed to any other vehicle. At the time of purchase, the origi[...]

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    4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds a single chime will sound. The Theft Alarm Light will stop flashing, turn on for 3 seconds; then turn off. The new Sentry Key has been programmed. The Keyless Entry T ransmitter will also be programmed during this procedure. Rep[...]

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    NOTE: • The front courtesy over head console, door courtesy and liftgate lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the interior lights ON position (extreme top position). • The illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extr eme downward position). DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Lock t[...]

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    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 always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsu[...]

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    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 your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. A chime will sound if the key is in the ignition switch and a door is o[...]

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    Auto Unlock On Exit— If Equipped The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: 1. The Auto Door Locks feature is enabled and the Auto Unlock On Exit feature is enabled, 2. the transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h), 3. the transmission is in NEUTRAL or P ARK, 4. any door is opened (ex[...]

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    equipped from the factory with thr ee button transmitters and those built with power options will be equipped with six button transmitters. Three button transmitters will pr ovide basic UNLOCK, LOCK and P ANIC functions. Six button transmitters will provide functions that allow the same basic operation as the three button, but may also be used to O[...]

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    T o unlock the doors and liftgate: Press and r elease the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door side of the vehicle, or twice to unlock all doors and liftgate. The illuminated entry system also turns on. The Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st feature can be enabled or disabled by performing the following proce- dure: 1.[...]

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    Using The Panic Alarm: T o turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF , press and hold the P ANIC button on the transmitter for at least one second and release. When the panic alarm is on, the headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off and the interior lights will turn on. The panic alarm will stay on for 3 minutes unless you[...]

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    T o Open/Close Left Power Sliding Door — If Equipped Press the LEFT button twice within five seconds to open/close the left power sliding door . If the button is pushed while the door is being power closed, the door will reverse to the full open position. If the vehicle is not equipped with a left power sliding door and the door is closed and loc[...]

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    vehicles so equipped. The table below explains the Lamp Flash options. (See page 169 for more information.) Function Which T urn Signal Lamps Number of Flashes Lock All 1 Unlock 1st Press Left Side 2 Unlock All Doors All 2 Left Side Left Side 2 Right Side Right Side 2 Liftgate All 2 General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC r[...]

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    T ransmitter Battery Service The recommended r eplacement battery is one CR2032 battery . NOTE: Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit boar d. 1. W ith the transmitter buttons facing down, use a thin coin to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the r ubber gasket during[...]

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    3. T o reassemble the transmitter case snap two halves together . Make sure ther e is an even “gap” between the two halves. T est transmitter operation. VEHICLE THEFT ALARM — IF EQUIPPED This system monitors the vehicle doors and ignition switch for unauthorized entry or operation. When the alarm is activated, the system provides both audible[...]

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    described previously , when closing the liftgate. If some- thing has triggered the system in your absence, the horn will sound three times when you disarm the system. Check the vehicle for tampering. NOTE: • The driver’s door and liftgate key cylinders cannot arm or disarm the system. • Once the alarm is set, and the liftgate button on the ke[...]

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    SLIDING SIDE DOOR The sliding door may be opened from the inside or the outside. Pull out on the outside handle to open the sliding door from the outside. T o open the sliding door from the inside, pr ess the button on the grab handle and open the door . T o keep your door operating properly , observe the fol- lowing guidelines: • Always open the[...]

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    NOTE: The driver’s side sliding door cannot be opened while the fuel door is open. This feature operates only when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the fuel door . Sliding Door Open Flash When the sliding door(s) are opened, the left and right exterior hazard lights will flash for 12 seconds to alert other drivers in the area tha[...]

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    The power sliding door may also be opened by pressing the switches on the overhead console or the switch located on the trim panel just in front of the sliding door . T o keep your door operating properly , observe the fol- lowing guidelines. • Always open the door smoothly . • A void high impacts against the door stop when open- ing the door m[...]

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    If the inside or outside door handles are used while the power sliding door is activated, the power sliding door feature will be canceled and the door must be opened or closed manually . T o avoid unintentional operation of the power sliding door from the r ear seats, press the button located in the overhead console to disable the switches for the [...]

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    Child Protection Door Lock T o provide a safer envir onment for small children riding in the rear seats, the sliding doors ar e equipped with a child protection door lock system. W ARNING! T o avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a colli- sion. Remember that the sliding doors can only be opened from the outside door handle or the switches locate[...]

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    The power sliding door will operate from the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door , regar dless of the child lock lever position. T o avoid unintentional operation of the power sliding door from the rear seats, pr ess the button located in the overhead console to disable the switches for the rear seat passen- g[...]

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    If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with a powered liftgate, pr essing the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will result in the liftgate becom- ing unlocked for 30 seconds allowing you to manually access the liftgate area. NOTE: On vehicles without power locks, the liftgate can only be opened using the vehicle keys. The key m[...]

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    When the remote keyless entry transmitter button is pressed and the “Lamp Flash” featur e is enabled, the tail lights will flash to signal that the liftgate is opening or closing. W ARNING! During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur . Ensure the liftgate travel path is clear . Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched [...]

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    • The power liftgate must be in the full open or close positions for any of the buttons to operate. If the liftgate is not in the full open or close positions it must be opened or closed manually . • If the liftgate release button is activated while the power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will reverse to the full open position. • The powe[...]

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    Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However , because the gas pressur e drops with tempera- ture, it may be necessary to assist the pr ops when opening the liftgate in cold weather . SEA T STORAGE BIN SAFETY W ARNING W ARNING! Always close the storage bin covers when your vehicle is unattended. Do not allow children to have access [...]

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    NOTE: In the event of an individual being locked inside the storage bin, the storage bin cover can be opened from inside of the bin by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark strap attached to the storage bin cover latching mechanism. Reinstalling Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release If the storage bin cover strap disengages from the latch, it can be reinst[...]

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    WINDOWS Power V ent Windows Switches on the driver’s door trim panel let the driver operate the two vent windows from the driver’s seat. Power Windows Y ou can control either fr ont window using switches on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the passenger’s door trim panel which operates the passenger door window . Th[...]

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    Auto Down Feature — If Equipped The driver’s window switch has an auto down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, r elease, and the window will go down automatically . T o open the window part way , press the window switch part way and release it when you want the window to stop. The power window switches remain active for up to 45 [...]

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    If your vehicle is equipped with the Occupant Classifi- cation System (OCS) there will be a Passenger Airbag Disabled (P AD) Indicator Light located on the center of the instrument panel. NOTE: The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have differ ent rates of inflation that are based on collision severity . Pl[...]

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    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 the outboard seats in your vehicle ar e equipped with Lap/Shoulder Belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoul[...]

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    W ARNING! • W earing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body . These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. • W earing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. Y ou might suffer internal injuries[...]

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    3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”. Latch Plate Latch Plate T o Buckle THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 2[...]

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    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 that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing [...]

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    W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos- sible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt can’t do its job as well. In a collision it could even cut into you. Be sure the [...]

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    Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seats and the second r ow outboard seats, the shoulder belt anchorage can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away fr om your neck. The upper anchorage can be adjusted upward by pushing anywhere on the anchorage. T o move the an- chorage downward, pr ess the actuation button[...]

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    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 twist the belt webbing 180° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. Posi[...]

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    3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate. 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing. Center Lap Belts The center seating positions have a lap belt only . T o fasten the lap belt, slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear [...]

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    W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. • A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip down and under the belt in a collision. • A belt that is too high will apply crash forces to the abdomen, not to the stronger hip bones. In either case, the risk of internal injuries is greater . W ear a lap belt low and snug. Seat Be[...]

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    chime and flash the Seat Belt W arning Light for 96 seconds or until the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is buckled. The Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert) will be reacti- vated if the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The Enhanced W [...]

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    NOTE: Although the Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt W arning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt r emains unbuckled. Seat Belts and Pregnant Women W e recommend that pr egnant women use the seat belts throughout their pr egnancies. Keeping the mother safe is[...]

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    Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) — Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glov[...]

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    The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have differ ent rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size. Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federal regulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to “Occupant Classification System” in this section). Th[...]

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    W ARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. Y ou may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating. • If your vehicle is equipped with windo[...]

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    If your vehicle is equipped, the window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to sever e side collisions. But even in collisions where the airbags inflate, you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to protect you pr operly . Here ar e some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm[...]

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    Y ou should read the instructions pr ovided with your child restraint to make sur e that you are using it pr operly . 2. All occupants should wear their lap and shoulder belts properly . 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to inflate. 4. If your vehicle has window bags, do[...]

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    The Airbag System consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • AIRBAG Readiness Light • Driver Airbag • Front Passenger Airbag • W indow Bags above Side W indows (If Equipped) • Front Impact Sensors • Side Impact Sensors (If Equipped) • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Seat Belt Readiness Ligh[...]

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    How The Airbag System W orks • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if a frontal collision is sever e enough to requir e the airbags to inflate. Based on the level of collision severity , the front control module determines the proper rate of inflation. The fr ont airbag inflators are designed to provide dif ferent rates of airbag i[...]

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    W ARNING! Ignoring the AIRBAG warning light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away . • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located [...]

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    about 30 milliseconds (about one quarter of the time it takes to blink your eyes) 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 window bag inflates. This especially applies to children. The win- dow bag is only about 3 1 ⁄ 2 inches (9 cm) thick when it is inflated. [...]

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    affect occupant classification. Also, if you fold down the rear seat, check to be sur e it doesn’t touch the front passenger seat. If there is a rapid change in temperatur e or humidity , the OCS may not be able to properly appr oximate occupant size. If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way (includ- ing [...]

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    For almost all sizes of properly seated adults, the airbag will be enabled in the event of a collision. For small teenagers and some small adults, depending on size, the airbag may or may not be enabled in the event of a collision. Both drivers and passengers should always use the P AD indicator light as an indication if the front passenger is prop[...]

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    • The Passenger Airbag Disabled (P AD) Indicator Light — If Equipped indicates to the driver and passenger when the airbag is turned OFF in the presence of a pr operly seated occupant. When the P AD indicator light is illuminated, the airbag is OFF . Also, when the Occupant Classification System detects ei- ther an empty seat or a weight less t[...]

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    W ARNING! Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the front passenger seat assembly , its related compo- nents, or seat cover may inadvertently change the airbag deployment in case of a frontal crash. This could result in death or serious injury to the front seat passenger if the vehicle is involved in an acci- dent. A modified vehicle ma[...]

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    If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags when the ORC and impact sensors detect a moderate-to- severe collision, to help r estrain the vehicle passengers, and then immediately deflate. NOTE: A collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is[...]

  • Page 68

    W ARNING! Deployed airbags, front seat belt buckle pretension- ers and driver inflatable knee blocker cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, front seat belt buckle pretensioners and driver inflatable knee blocker replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Also, have the Occupant Classification System serviced as well.[...]

  • Page 69

    W ARNING! • Y ou need proper knee impact protection in a collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters. • It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has airbags. Airbag Light Y ou will want to have the airbags read[...]

  • Page 70

    Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times — 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 you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Children 12 years and under should ride pr operly buck- le[...]

  • Page 71

    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. Both types of child restraints ar e held in the vehicle[...]

  • Page 72

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

  • Page 73

    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[...]

  • Page 74

    • 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 from the buckle and twist the short buckle end of the belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with t[...]

  • Page 75

    When using the tether anchorages in the outboard seat- ing positions, ensure that the strap is r outed over the top of the seatback and under the head restraint between the head restraint posts. Except for bench seats with split seatbacks, when the tether anchorage is used in the center seating position, the strap should be positioned straight over[...]

  • Page 76

    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. Child restraint systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints hav[...]

  • Page 77

    seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach. If the buckled seat belt interfer es with the child restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint, r oute the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive chi[...]

  • Page 78

    In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the hook or connector to the lower anchorages and tether anchorages. Then tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint r earward and downwar d into the seat. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we hav[...]

  • Page 79

    infant carrier in a vehicle without rear seats. In an accident, serious injury or death may occur from the deploying passenger air bag. This vehicle is equipped with a child restraint tether anchor located on the floor , behind the front passenger seat. Use this tether anchor to secure only forward facing child restraints equipped with an upper tet[...]

  • Page 80

    F ACING TO THE REAR IN A VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH THE REAR SEA T DELETE FEA TURE (Com- mercial V ehicles Only). When a convertible seat is properly installed forwar d facing, the vehicle seat should be adjusted to the rear most position. • Children mor e than 40 lbs (18 kg) should be secured in the passenger seat in a child restraint or belt- positi[...]

  • Page 81

    3. Follow the child r estraint manufacturer’s directions for proper use of connecting the child r estraint to the extended tether strap. 4. If necessary , raise the passenger seat head restraint to allow the tether strap to be routed under the head restraint. 5. Route the tether strap beneath the head restraint between the two head restraint post[...]

  • Page 82

    6. Using the hook attached to the child restraint tether strap, attach the child restraint tether strap to the metal ring on the vehicle tether anchor . 7. Following the child seat manufacturer’s instructions, tighten the child restraint tether strap. 8. If necessary , reposition the seat head r estraint. 9. Inspect the tether anchor strap for ni[...]

  • Page 83

    While cruising, brief full-thr ottle acceleration, within the limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good br eak-in. W ide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided. The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent[...]

  • Page 84

    W ARNING! If you are required to drive with the deck lid/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode. Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Inside The V ehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically , checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. D[...]

  • Page 85

    Periodic Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Outside The V ehicle T ires Examine tires for excessive tr ead wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread. Inspect tr ead and sidewall for cuts or cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ- ing spare) for pr oper pressur e. Lights Have so[...]

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    UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors ............................... 9 2 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................. 9 2 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped .... 9 2 ▫ Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped .......................... 9 3 ▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Featur e ........... [...]

  • Page 88

    ▫ Things Y ou Should Know About Y our UConnect™ System .................... 1 1 3 䡵 Seats ................................ 1 1 9 ▫ Manual Front & Second Row Seat Adjuster . . . 1 19 ▫ 8–W ay Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped . . . 120 ▫ 6–W ay Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped . 120 ▫ Adjustable Head Restraints — [...]

  • Page 89

    䡵 Lights ............................... 1 4 8 ▫ Interior Lights ....................... 1 4 9 ▫ Park Lights .......................... 1 4 9 ▫ Headlights .......................... 1 4 9 ▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ....... 1 5 1 ▫ Daytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet V ehicles Only) ............. 1 5 1 ▫ Lights-On Reminder[...]

  • Page 90

    ▫ T o Accelerate For Passing ............... 1 6 2 䡵 Overhead Console — If Equipped ........... 1 6 3 ▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights ................ 1 6 3 ▫ Sunglass Storage ...................... 1 6 4 ▫ Compass/T emperature Display ........... 1 6 4 ▫ Mini-T rip Computer ................... 1 6 7 ▫ Electronic V ehicle Information Cent[...]

  • Page 91

    ▫ Rear Cupholders ...................... 1 8 4 䡵 Storage .............................. 1 8 6 ▫ Front Seat Storage Bin — If Equipped ....... 1 8 6 ▫ Second Row Seat Storage Bins — If Equipped . 186 ▫ Overhead Rail System — If Equipped ....... 1 8 7 ▫ Removable Floor Console W ith Fold-In-Floor Seating — If Equipped .............[...]

  • Page 92

    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 adjustment of the mirror . 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 adjuste[...]

  • Page 93

    CAUTION! T o avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror . Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare fr om vehicles behind you. Y ou can turn this[...]

  • Page 94

    Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror . Outside Mirror — Passenger’s Side Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to the vehicle. This type o[...]

  • Page 95

    Select a mirror and pr ess one of the four arrows for the direction you want the mirr or to move. Driver’s power mirror pr eselected positions can be con- trolled by the optional Driver Memory Seat Featur e. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in section 3 of this manual. Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors ar e heated to me[...]

  • Page 96

    HANDS–FREE COMMUNICA TION (UConnect™) — IF EQUIPPED UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. UConnect™ allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., ⬙ Call” ѧ “Mike” ѧ ”W ork ⬙ or ⬙ Dial” ѧ “248-555-1212 ⬙ ). Y our cellular phone?[...]

  • Page 97

    The UConnect™ system can be used with any Hands- Free Pr ofile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. See www .chrysler .com/uconnect for supported phones. If your cellular phone supports a differ ent profile (e.g., Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UCon- nect™ features. Refer to your cellular service pr ovider or the phone manuf[...]

  • Page 98

    • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for the voice on beep, which follows the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt or another prompt. • For certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying ⬙ Setup ⬙ and then ⬙ Phone Pairing, ⬙ the following compound command can be said: ⬙ Setup Phone Pairing. ⬙ • For e[...]

  • Page 99

    Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular Phone T o begin using your UConnect™ system, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth™ enabled cellular phone. NOTE: The UConnect™ system use requir es a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth ⬙ Hands-Free Pr ofile, ⬙ version 0.96 or higher . See www .chrysler .com/uconnect for supported pho[...]

  • Page 100

    • For identification purposes, you will be prompted to give the UConnect™ system a name for your cellular phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name. • Y ou will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7, 1 being the highest priority . Y ou can pair up to seven cellular phone[...]

  • Page 101

    Call by Saying a Name • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Call. ⬙ • System will prompt you to say the name of the person you want call. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say ⬙ Joh[...]

  • Page 102

    After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to r eturn to the main menu. The UConnect™ system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a s[...]

  • Page 103

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

  • Page 104

    • After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be deleted. List All Names in the UConnect™ Phonebook • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Phonebook List Names. ⬙ • The UConnect™ system will play the names of all the phonebook entries. • T o call one of the names [...]

  • Page 105

    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[...]

  • Page 106

    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[...]

  • Page 107

    • After ignition key is switched to off, a call can continue on the UConnect™ system for certain duration, after which the call is automatically transferred fr om the UConnect™ system to the mobile phone. • An active call is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after ignition key is switched to off. UConnect™ System Features Lang[...]

  • Page 108

    • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Emergency ⬙ and the UConnect™ system will instr uct the paired cellular phone to call the emer gency num- ber . This feature is only supported in the USA. NOTE: The emergency number dialed is based on the Country where the vehicle is pur chased (91 1 for USA and Canada and 060 f[...]

  • Page 109

    Paging T o learn how to page, refer to ⬙ W orking with Automated Systems. ⬙ Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time-out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnect™ system. V oice Mail Calling T o learn how to access your voice mail, refer to ⬙ W orking with Automated Systems. ⬙ W orking with Autom[...]

  • Page 110

    T urning Confirmation Prompts On/Off T urning confirmation prompts of f will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g. the UConnect™ sys- tem will not repeat a phone number befor e you dial it). • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Setup Confirmations. ⬙ The UConn[...]

  • Page 111

    Mute/Un-mute (Mute off) When you mute the UConnect™ system, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party , but the other party will not be able to hear you. In order to mute the UConnect™ system: • Press the ’V oice Recognition’ button. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Mute.[...]

  • Page 112

    If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue- tooth™ connection between a UConnect™ paired cellular phone and the UConnect™ system, follow the instruction described in your cellular phone user’s manual. List Paired Cellular Phone Names • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep,[...]

  • Page 113

    • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the UCon- nect™ system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near (appr oximately with in 30 feet) the vehicle. Delete UConnect™ Paired Cellular Phones • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ?[...]

  • Page 114

    • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • 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, a[...]

  • Page 115

    Far End Audio Performance • Audio quality is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, and • dry weather condition. • Operation from driver seat. • Performance, such as, audio clarity , echo. and loud- ness to a large degr ee, re[...]

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    1 16 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1 17 3[...]

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    1 18 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    North American English Primary Alternate(s) Zero Oh Add location Add new All All of them Confirmation prompts Confirmations prompts Delete a name Delete Language Select language List names List all List paired phones List phones Pager Beeper Phone pairing Pairing Phonebook Phone book Return to main menu Return. Main menu Select phone select Set up [...]

  • Page 120

    Using body pressur e, move forward and r earward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. W ARNING! Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. 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[...]

  • Page 121

    CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path. Adjustable Head Restraints — If Equipped Head restraints can r educe the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from t[...]

  • Page 122

    HIGH or No Heat. The switch position as well as an indicator light will show when the LOW or HIGH heat is ON. Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped The recliner mechanism contr ol is on the outboard side of the seat. T o recline, lean forwar d slightly , lift the lever , then push back to the desired position and r elease the lever . Lean forward [...]

  • Page 123

    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 fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. Manual Reclining Seat Control UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 3[...]

  • Page 124

    Manual Lumbar — If Equipped The lumbar adjustment handle is located inboard under the armrest. T o incr ease the support, rotate the handle down. Stow ’n Go Seating On vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the second and third r ow seats may be folded into the floor for convenient storage. T o Fold Second Row Seats 1. Lower the head rest[...]

  • Page 125

    3. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down. T o assure the seatback is latched in the folded position, additional downward pr essure on the seatback may be requir ed when folding. NOTE: The cupholder must be in the closed position before the seat can be tumbled into the floor . Load[...]

  • Page 126

    4. Pull rearwar d on the release strap located at the rear of the seat and tumble the seat forward into the storage bin. 5. Close the storage bin cover . T o Unfold Second Row Seats 1. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the ⬙ Locked ⬙ position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover . 2. Pull up on the handle to lift[...]

  • Page 127

    3. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat, to r eturn the seatback to its full upright position. 4. Close the storage bin cover and adjust the head restraint to the desir ed position. T o Fold Third Row Seats 1. Lower the head restraint to its full down position. 2. Pull release strap marked “1” located [...]

  • Page 128

    3. Pull release strap marked “2” to r elease the anchors. 4. Pull release strap marked “3” and tumble the seat rearwar d into the storage bin. Release Strap 2 Release Strap 3 128 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

  • Page 129

    T o Unfold Third Row Seats 1. Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat forward until the anchors latch. 2. Pull release strap marked “1” to unlock the r ecliner . 3. Pull release strap marked “3” to r eturn the seatback to its full upright position. 4. Adjust the head restraint to the desir ed po[...]

  • Page 130

    W ARNING! In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched. T ailgate Mode 1. Pull release strap “2”, then pull r elease strap “3” to rotate the entir e seat rearwar d. 2. T o restore the seat to its upright position, lift [...]

  • Page 131

    W ARNING! T o avoid serious injury or death, never operate the vehicle with occupants in the third row seat, while in the tailgate mode. Easy Access Seating The passenger’s and driver’s side second row seats can be tilted forward for easy access to the thir d row seat or rear car go area. T o tilt the seat on vehicles equipped with quad seats, [...]

  • Page 132

    T o tilt the seat on vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, pull forward on the r elease strap located on the front of the seat between the seat back and seat cushion and tilt the seat fully forward. T o r eturn the seat, lower the seat and ensure that it is fully latched. W ARNING! In the event of a collision you could be injured if the seat[...]

  • Page 133

    3. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down. If the head restraint contacts the r ear of the front seat, move the front seat forwar d on its tracks. 4. Pull up on the release handle and tumble the seat fully forward. Seatback Release Lever Seat Release Handle UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TU[...]

  • Page 134

    5. Pull the release bar located at the bottom fr ont edge of the seat to disengage the front attachments. 6. The seat assembly can now be removed fr om the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out 威 Rollers. T o reinstall the seat, r emove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat and ensur e the head restraint is in its full downward positio[...]

  • Page 135

    50/50 Fold & T umble Rear Seat Removal 1. Lower the head restraint and pull up on r elease lever “1” to fold the seatback down. 2. Pull up on release lever “2” and tumble the seat fully forward. Release Lever Location Release Lever 2 Location UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 3[...]

  • Page 136

    3. Pull the release strap “3” located at the bottom of the seat to disengage the front attachments. 4. The seat assembly can now be removed fr om the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out 威 Rollers. T o reinstall the 50/50 r ear seat, lower the head restraint to the full down position, tilt the seat forward and engage the front floor attachments,[...]

  • Page 137

    3 – Passenger Bench Seats Release levers are located on the r ear leg assemblies, near the floor . T o remove the seat, squeeze each r elease handle and rotate downwar ds to deploy the wheels. A lock indicator button pops up when the seat is unlocked. The seat assembly can now be removed fr om the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out 威 Rollers. T [...]

  • Page 138

    Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the seatbacks of all r ear seats and some front seats. The floor supports the partial weight of the bagged goods. Rear-Most Bench Seat The seat position can be adjusted fore and aft to any of three positions - normal (r earward), intermediate, and[...]

  • Page 139

    The release lever is below the seat and is accessible fr om the front and back of the seat. Rear Seat Descriptions 7 Passenger Model — 2– passenger bucket seats in the second position and 3– passenger bench seat or 50/50 bench seat in the third position. All rear seats ar e remov- able. Rear Bench Seating Flexibility The 3– passenger bench [...]

  • Page 140

    3. Additional Storage— The 2nd and 3rd r ow seats installed. The 3rd r ow bench seat is in the full forward position on the tracks and one or both of the rear seatbacks ar e folded down. 4. Auxiliary Seating— The middle quad seats are r emoved from the vehicle. The 3– passenger bench seat can be installed in either the second or third r ow . [...]

  • Page 141

    2. Increased Storage— Increased storage ar ea is provided by folding either or both seatbacks. W ith one seatback folded forward, rear seating for another occupant is still provided. Either or both seats may Fold and T umble forward for mor e storage space. For maximum storage, remove the head restraint and place on the seat cushion, then fold th[...]

  • Page 142

    If the seat is not occupied, the seatback can be folded forward to obtain additional car go space. T o fold the seatback forward, pull the handle labeled “1” located behind the seat on the passenger side. The seatback will latch in the folded position. T o assure the seatback is latched in the folded position, additional downward pr essure on t[...]

  • Page 143

    DRIVER MEMOR Y SEA T — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat, driver’s outside mirror , adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, and radio station preset settings. Y our Remote Keyless Entry transmitters can also be programmed to recall the same positions w[...]

  • Page 144

    Setting Memory Positions and Linking Remote Keyless Entry T ransmitter to Memory NOTE: Each time the SET (S) button and a numbered button (1 or 2) are pr essed, you erase the memory settings for that button and store a new one. 1. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 2. Press the driver door memory button number [...]

  • Page 145

    10. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 1 1. Select ⬙ Remote Linked to Memory ⬙ in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter ⬙ Ye s ⬙ or select ⬙ Use Factory Settings ⬙ from the EVIC and enter ⬙ Ye s ⬙ . Refer to the Customer Programmable featur es in the Electronic V ehicle Inf[...]

  • Page 146

    T o Disable A T ransmitter Linked to Memory 1. T urn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key . 2. Press and r elease memory button number 1. The system will recall any memory settings stor ed in position 1. W ait for the system to complete the memory recall before continuing to step 3. 3. Press and r elease the memory SET (S) but[...]

  • Page 147

    TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD T o open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Next, push to the left the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center . Use the hood prop r od to secure the hood in the open position. Hood release Lever Hood[...]

  • Page 148

    T o prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and then 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[...]

  • Page 149

    Interior Lights Interior lights are turned on when a door or liftgate is opened, the keyless entry transmitter is activated, or when the dimmer control is moved to the extr eme top. The interior lights will automatically turn off in about 15 minutes if any of the following occur . • A door , sliding door or the liftgate is left open. • Any over[...]

  • Page 150

    Dimmer Control W ith the park lights or headlights on, rotating the dimmer contr ol for the interior lights on the in- strument panel upwar d will in- crease the brightness of the instr u- ment panel lights. Dome Light Position Rotate the dimmer control com- pletely upward to the second de- tent (extreme top position) to turn on the interior lights[...]

  • Page 151

    Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns your headlights ON or OFF based on ambient light levels. T o turn the system ON, turn the headlight switch to the extreme counter - clockwise position. When the sys- tem is ON, the Headlight T ime Delay feature is also ON. This means your headlights will stay ON for up to 90 secon[...]

  • Page 152

    OFF or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically until the next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight switch. The battery protection featur e will be disabled if the ignition switch is turned to any other position other than LOCK during the 3 minute delay . Headlamp Delay — If Equipped This feature pr ovides the safety of headlight illumin[...]

  • Page 153

    MUL TIFUNCTION LEVER T urn Signals Move the Multifunction Lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the base instr ument cluster or Information Center flash to indicate proper operation of the front and r ear turn signal lights. Y ou can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate[...]

  • Page 154

    Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights between HIGH and LOW beam. Passing Light Y ou can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer - ing wheel. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and rema[...]

  • Page 155

    wipers will operate for several seconds after the lever is released, and then r esume the intermittent interval pre- viously selected. If the end of the lever is depressed while in the OFF position, the wipers will operate for approximately two wipe cycles, then turn OFF . W ARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an [...]

  • Page 156

    TIL T STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED T o tilt the column, pull the small lever , located behind the turn signal control, towar d you and move the wheel up or down, as desired. Release the lever to lock the wheel firmly in place. W ARNING! T ilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. W ithout a stable steering col- umn, yo[...]

  • Page 157

    T o turn the system back ON, press the switch a second time until the TRAC OFF indicator turns OFF . NOTE: • The T raction Control System indicator comes on each time the ignition switch is turned ON. This will occur even if you used the switch to turn the system OFF . • The T raction Control will make buzzing or clicking sounds when in operati[...]

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    When the driver selects Reverse the system scans for objects behind the vehicle using four sensors located in the rear bumper . Objects can be detected from up to 59 inches (150 cm). A warning display above the rear window provides both visible and audible warnings indicating the range of the object. W ARNING! Drivers must be careful when backing u[...]

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    beeps. The tone will remain constant and both r ed LEDs are illuminated once the vehicle is within 12 inches (30.5 cm) of the object. The system can be turned on or off thr ough the electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) when the vehicle is in P ARK. If the rear park assist system is turned of f, a single chime will sound and the EVIC will di[...]

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    Press the button forwar d to move the pedals forward (toward the fr ont of the vehicle). Press the button r earward to move the pedals r earward (toward the driver). • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF . • The pedals can be adjusted while driving. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when the Sp[...]

  • Page 161

    T o Activate: Push the “ON/OFF” button once and the CRUISE indi- cator located below the instrument cluster odometer will illuminate showing the electronic speed contr ol system is on. T o turn the system OFF , push the “ON/OFF” button again and the system and indicator will turn off. W ARNING! Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on[...]

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    speed memory . Pushing the “ON/OFF” button to the OFF position or turning off the ignition erases the set speed memory . T o Resume Speed: T o resume a pr eviously set speed, push and release the “RESUME/ACCEL” button. Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). T o V ary the Speed Setting: When the speed control is set, speed c[...]

  • Page 163

    On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without speed contr ol. W ARNING! Speed Control can be dangerous where the system can’t maintain a constant speed. Y our vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Don’t use Speed Control in heav[...]

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    The lights also turn on when a front door , a sliding door or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry , the lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the transmitter is pressed. The area ar ound the instrument panel cupholders is also illuminated from a light in the over head console. This light is tur[...]

  • Page 165

    Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set the compass. When the vehicle is new , the compass may appear erratic and the “CAL” symbol will be displayed. After completing three 360° turns in an area fr ee from lar ge metal or metallic objects, the “CAL” symbol will turn off and t[...]

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    Compass V ariance Compass V ariance is the differ ence between magnetic North and Geographic North. In some areas of the country , the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set. NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the o[...]

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    T o set the variance: T urn the ignition switch ON and set the display to Comp/T emp. On vehicles equipped with a Compass/Mini T rip Computer press the RESET button for approximately 5 seconds. On vehicles equipped with Compass/T emp press and hold the C/T and US/M buttons for 5 seconds. The “V AR” symbol will light and the last variance zone n[...]

  • Page 168

    • Step Button Push this button to cycle through all the Compass/Mini- trip Computer displays. • US/M Button Press this button to convert the display fr om U.S. to metric. T o Reset The Display Pressing the Reset button once will clear the r esettable function currently being displayed. Resettable functions are average fuel economy , trip odomet[...]

  • Page 169

    • CHECK TPM SYSTEM (Refer to ”T ire Pressur e Moni- tor System” in the “Starting And Operating, T ire Section”) • MEMOR Y SEA T DISABLED (Not in Park) — If Equipped • ADJUST ABLE PEDAL DISABLED/CRUISE EN- GAGED • ADJUST ABLE PEDAL DISABLED/VEHICLE IN RE- VERSE • REAR P ARK ASSIST (Shown in Reverse only with a single chime) — I[...]

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    US or Metric Pressing the “STEP” button when in this display selects US or Metric. The overhead console and climate contr ol displays will be in the selected units. Service Interval When this feature is selected a service interval between 2,000 miles (3 200 km) and 6,000 miles (9 600 km) in 500 mile (800 km) increments may be selected. Pr essin[...]

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    Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st When this feature is selected only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the r emote keyless entry unlock button and requir e a second press to unlock the remaining locked doors and liftgate. When “REMOTE UNLOCK ALL DOORS” is selected all of the doors and the liftgate will unlock at the first pr[...]

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    Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock? When this feature is selected, the fr ont and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter . This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected. Pr essing the “STEP” button when in this display will select “Y es” o[...]

  • Page 173

    Power Accessory Delay When this feature is selected, accessory power will be supplied for up to 45 seconds for the power windows, radio, power vent windows, power outlets, and remov- able center console, when the ignition switch is turned off or until the key is removed and either fr ont door is opened. GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED The HomeLi[...]

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    W ARNING! V ehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust while training the transceiver . Exhaust gas can cause seri- ous injury or death. 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[...]

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    2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1-3 inches (3-8 cm) away from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the indicator light in view . 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button that you want to train and the hand-held trans- mitter buttons. Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed. NOTE: Some gate operato[...]

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    NOTE: T o program the r emaining two HomeLink but- tons, begin with ⬙ Programming ⬙ step two. Do not repeat step one. If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with ⴖ Program- ming ⴖ step s6-8 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device (most commonly a garage door o[...]

  • Page 177

    Similar to this Canadian law , some U.S. gate operators are designed to ⬙ time-out ⬙ in the same manner . If you live in Canada or you are having dif ficulties programming a gate operator by using the ⬙ Pr ogram- ming ⬙ procedur es (regar dless of where you live), replace ⴖ Programming HomeLink ⴖ step 3 with the following: NOTE: If prog[...]

  • Page 178

    seconds. HomeLink is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with ⬙ Programming ⬙ - step 2. Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button T o program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desir ed HomeLink button. Do NOT release the button. 2. [...]

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    POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof contr ol is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. Press and hold the switch r earward to fully open the sunroof. The sunr oof can be stopped at any position between closed and full open. Momentarily pressing the switch rearwar d will activate the Express Open Featur e, causing the su[...]

  • Page 180

    T o close the sunroof, hold the switch in the forwar d position. Again, any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will r emain in a partial open condition until the switch is pushed forward again. The sunshade can be opened manually . It will also open as the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open[...]

  • Page 181

    the rear windows open, open the fr ont and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buf feting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunr oof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window . Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED[...]

  • Page 182

    The lower outlet is protected by an automatic r eset circuit breaker . The automatic circuit br eaker restores power when the overload is removed. The cir cuit breaker also supplies power to the outlet in the removable floor console, when in the front position. Refer to section 3 “Removable Floor Console” in this manual. NOTE: If desired, all o[...]

  • Page 183

    CONVENIENCE TRA Y DRA WER AND CUP HOLDERS Instrument Panel Cup Holders The instrument panel cupholders ar e located in a pull out drawer just below the climate controls. When the drawer is pulled out firmly , the arms of the cupholders will spring out. Place the container to be held into one of the cupholders and then push the arm toward the contai[...]

  • Page 184

    Convenience T ray And Optional Smoker’s Package Kit Located between the instrument panel cupholders is a convenience tray that has been designed to hold miscel- laneous small items. NOTE: The convenience tray should never be used for ashes without the optional ash receiver in place. Perma- nent burn marks may result. W ith the optional dealer ins[...]

  • Page 185

    NOTE: • The quad seat cupholders will remain upright if the seat is tilted forward. • The quad seat cupholders are designed to br eak away if stepped on. T o return the cupholder to its normal position, simply push the cupholder up to snap it into place. • The floor mat must be in position for optimum cup- holder operation. There ar e also tw[...]

  • Page 186

    STORAGE Front Seat Storage Bin — If Equipped The storage bin is located under the front passenger’s seat. If equipped with a lock, it can be locked with the ignition key . Second Row Seat Storage bins — If Equipped The Seat Storage Bins are located on the floor in fr ont of the second row seats, the ar ea below the covers can be used for stor[...]

  • Page 187

    Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover . Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the ⬙ Unlocked ⬙ position to allow greater access to the storage bin. W ARNING! In an accident, serious injury could result if the seat storage bin covers are not properly latched. Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin cover open. Keep the st[...]

  • Page 188

    T o Remove Storage Bins 1. Support the bin with one hand and pull the latch handles out. 2. T wist the latch handles a 1 ⁄ 4 turn and pull outward to disengage the bin from the rail. 3. Remove the storage bin. NOTE: Make sure the latch handle pops out befor e removing the storage bin. 188 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

  • Page 189

    T o reinstall the storage bins, place the bin in the desir ed location on the overhead rail, push firmly upwar d on the bin with one hand, while pushing in on the latch handle, twist a 1 ⁄ 4 turn to attach the bin to the rail. Push the latch handle down to lock the storage bin in place. W ARNING! In a collision, you or others in your vehicle coul[...]

  • Page 190

    3. Remove the floor console. T o reinstall the console, open the console lid and r emove the storage tray . Pull up on the release handle and slide the console forward to engage the fr ont of the console into the floor tray . Pivot the floor console down until it is seated on the floor tray and release the handle. Pull up on the console to be sure [...]

  • Page 191

    T o remove the console use the following pr ocedure: 1. Open the rear lid and r emove the storage tray . 2. Pull up on the release handle located inside the floor console to disengage the floor console, reinstall the storage tray and close the rear lid. 3. Using the front and r ear grab handles, slide the console rearwar d to disengage the front of[...]

  • Page 192

    T o reinstall the console, r emove the rubber mat and relocate to the alternate floor tray , slide the console forward to engage the fr ont of the console into the floor tray . Rapidly push down on the rear of the console with enough force to engage the latch, you should hear the latch “snap” into place. Pull up on the console to be sure it is [...]

  • Page 193

    2. Plug in the power cord for the cellular phone into the outlet located in the bottom of the forward console bin and reinstall the cell phone holder . 3. Place the cell phone into the holder . 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[...]

  • Page 194

    Rear Compartment Storage Bins Y our vehicle may be equipped with open storage bins located in each rear trim panel. Cargo/T ub Nets T wo cargo/tub nets ar e available on vehicles equipped with Fold-in-Floor Seating. The cargo nets fit in the second row storage bin and the thir d row tub. The nets are supported by hooks located in these ar eas. Refe[...]

  • Page 195

    ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and siderails ar e designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs), and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars. Distribute cargo weight evenly on the r oof rack crossbars. The roof rack does not incr ease the tota[...]

  • Page 196

    T o move the cross bars, loosen the thumb scr ews located at the upper edge of each cross bar appr oximately six turns, then move the cross bar to the desir ed position, keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once the cross bar is in place, r etighten the thumb screws to lock the cross bar into position. Attempt to move the crossbar agai[...]

  • Page 197

    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 personal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack. LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM The automatic load leveling system will provide a level riding ve[...]

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    UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instruments And Controls ................. 2 0 5 䡵 Base Instrument Cluster .................. 2 0 6 䡵 Instrument Cluster W ith T ach .............. 2 0 7 䡵 Premium Instr ument Cluster ............... 2 0 8 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ............ 2 0 9 䡵 Electronic Digital Clock ...[...]

  • Page 200

    ▫ T uning ............................. 2 2 0 ▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ............... 2 2 0 ▫ PTY (Pr ogram T ype) Button .............. 2 2 0 ▫ Balance ............................ 2 2 2 ▫ Fade .............................. 2 2 2 ▫ T one Control ........................ 2 2 2 ▫ AM/FM Selection ..................... 2 2 2 ▫ Scan [...]

  • Page 201

    ▫ Mode .............................. 2 2 7 ▫ T ape CD Button ...................... 2 2 7 ▫ T ime Button ......................... 2 2 8 ▫ Scan Button ......................... 2 2 8 ▫ CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped ......................... 2 2 8 䡵 Sales Code Rev AM & FM Ster eo Radio W ith CD Player And CD/DVD Chan[...]

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    ▫ CD Player Operation ................... 2 5 9 ▫ CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped ......................... 2 6 1 䡵 Sales Code RB1—AM/FM Stereo Radio W ith DVD/GPS Navigation System .............. 2 6 3 䡵 Remote Control Operating Instr uctions ....... 2 6 4 ▫ Headphone T ransmitter Button (1) ......... 2 6 5 ▫ Arrow Butt[...]

  • Page 203

    ▫ Operating Instructions — V ideo Games/Camcorders ................... 2 7 2 䡵 Satellite Radio — If Equipped .............. 2 7 2 ▫ System Activation ..................... 2 7 2 ▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID) .................... 2 7 3 ▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB, Rev And RBK Radios ...........[...]

  • Page 204

    ▫ Front Mode Contr ol ................... 2 8 1 ▫ Manual Air Conditioning Operation ........ 2 8 5 ▫ Manual Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped ......................... 2 8 8 ▫ Automatic T emperature Contr ol — If Equipped ......................... 2 9 0 䡵 Rear W indow Features ................... 3 0 2 ▫ Intermittent Rear W ip[...]

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    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 205 4[...]

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    BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 206 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

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    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH T ACH UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 207 4[...]

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    PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 208 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

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    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 ire Pr essure Monitoring T elltale Lamp — If Equipped Each tire, including the spar e (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressur e recommended by the [...]

  • Page 210

    4. T urn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated. If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled about one mile with the turn signals on, a chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outs[...]

  • Page 211

    If brake failure is indicated, immediate r epair is neces- sary . W ARNING! Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- ous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. Y ou could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately . V ehicles equipped with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), ar e also equippe[...]

  • Page 212

    10. Anti-Lock Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys- tem. The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is requ[...]

  • Page 213

    continuously . Refer to ⬙ Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Re- minder System (BeltAlert™) ⬙ in the Occupant Restraints section for more information. 14. Engine T emperature W arning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi- tion. If the engine is critically hot, a continuous chime will sound for 4 minutes. After the chime turns off, the [...]

  • Page 214

    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 of this manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph. 17. W asher Fluid Li[...]

  • Page 215

    21. Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illu- minate when the key is in the ON position before engine start. If the bulb does not come when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked pr omptly . Certa[...]

  • Page 216

    This is to prevent over heating of the brake system and is a normal condition. The system will remain disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled. The system will automatically reactivate and turn of f the TRAC and the OFF indicators. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, ice, or snow , turn the T raction Control System OFF befor e at[...]

  • Page 217

    25. T rip Odometer Button Press this button to change the display fr om odometer to trip odometer . The word TRIP will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer to 0 miles or kilometers. The odometer must be in trip mode to reset. ELECTRONIC DIGIT AL CLOCK The clock and radio each [...]

  • Page 218

    you understand and save you concern about these “ap- parent” malfunctions, you must understand a point or two about the transmission and reception of radio sig- nals. T wo T ypes of Signals There ar e two basic types of radio signals... AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio wave[...]

  • Page 219

    SALES CODE RAZ—AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE T APE PLA YER, CD PLA YER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Operating Instructions — Radio NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. [...]

  • Page 220

    T uning Press the TUNE contr ol up or down to increase or decrease the fr equency . If you press and hold the button, the radio will continue to tune until you release the button. The frequency will be displayed and continu- ously updated while the button is pressed. Radio Data System (RDS) The Radio Data System allows radio broadcasting sta- tions[...]

  • Page 221

    Program T ype Radio Display News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty Public Public 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[...]

  • Page 222

    Balance The Balance control adjusts the left-to-right speaker bal- ance. Push in the button and it will pop out. Adjust the balance and push the button back in. The balance will be displayed and continuously updated while the button is turned. Fade The Fade control pr ovides for balance between the front and rear speakers. Push in the button and it[...]

  • Page 223

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

  • Page 224

    Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backwar d 1 to 6 selections. Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection, twice to move 2 selections, etc. Fast Forward (FF) Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape in the direction that it is playing. The tape will advance until the button is pressed aga[...]

  • Page 225

    Pinch Roller Release If ignition power or the radio ON/OFF switch are turned off, the pinch r oller will automatically retract to pr otect the tape from any damage. When power is r estored to the tape player , the pinch roller will automatically r eengage and the tape will resume play . Noise Reduction The Dolby Noise Reduction System* is on whenev[...]

  • Page 226

    If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch fr om radio to CD mode and begin to play . The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track one. NOTE: • Y ou may eject a disc with the radio OFF . The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to insert a disc with the rad[...]

  • Page 227

    FF/TUNE/RW Press FF (Fast Forwar d) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is r eleased. The R W ( Reverse) button works in a similar manner . Program Button 4 (Random Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play . This feature plays the tracks on the se- lected disc in random order to pr ovide an interesti[...]

  • Page 228

    Time Button Press this button to change the display fr om elapsed CD playing time to time of day . Scan Button Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. T o stop the scan function, press the button a second time. CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available thr[...]

  • Page 229

    CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough r oad, the CD player may skip momentarily . Skipping will not damage the disc or the player , and play will resume automatically . As a safeguard and to pr otect your CD player , one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display . A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot. [...]

  • Page 230

    Radio Operation Power/V olume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. T urn the volume control clockwise to incr ease the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. PTY (Program T ype) Pressing the INFO button once while in FM mode will [...]

  • Page 231

    Program T ype Radio Display 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 PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected [...]

  • Page 232

    top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button in will by- pass stations without stopping until you release it. T uning Press the TUNE contr ol up or down to increase or decrease the fr equency . If you press and hold the button, the radio[...]

  • Page 233

    both AM and FM. This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into memory . Y ou can recall the stations stored in SET 2 memory by pr essing the push- button twice. T o Change From Clock T o Radio Mode Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time. General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of[...]

  • Page 234

    Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION! This CD player will accept only 4–3/4 inch (12cm) discs only . The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism. Y ou may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF . If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF , the display will show the time of day . If you insert a disc w[...]

  • Page 235

    RND — Random Play Press the RND button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play . This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to pr ovide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press TUNE FF to fast forwar d through the tracks. Pr ess the FF button a secon[...]

  • Page 236

    When reading discs r ecorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor - mally . UDF and Apple HFS formats ar e not supported. The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 • Maximum number of files: 255[...]

  • Page 237

    MPEG Specifi- cation Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit rate (kbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, 192, 160, 128, 1 12, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 1 12, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32, 24, 16, 8 ID3 T ag information for artist, song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tag[...]

  • Page 238

    Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play) SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Pressing the SEEK + button plays the next MP3 File. Pressing the SEEK ⫺ button plays the beginning of the MP3 file. Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the previous file. INFO Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Press and INFO button while playin[...]

  • Page 239

    Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’s Manual. Operating Instructions - V ideo Entertainment System (VES 威 ) (If Equipped) Refer to 6 Disc CD/DVD Changer Manual. SALES CODE RBP—AM & FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE T APE PLA YER, CD PLA YER, AND OPTIONAL CD/DVD CHANGER [...]

  • Page 240

    NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. PTY (Program T ype) Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn of f. Pressing the PTY button within 5 seconds wi[...]

  • Page 241

    Program T ype Radio Display Sports Sports T alk T alk T op 40 T op 40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM and Satellite (if equipped) modes. The radio display will flash “SE[...]

  • Page 242

    T une Press the TUNE contr ol up or down to increase or decrease the fr equency . If you press and hold the button, the radio will continue to tune until you release the button. The frequency will be displayed and continu- ously updated while the button is pressed. Balance — BAL The Balance control adjusts the left-to-right speaker bal- ance. Pre[...]

  • Page 243

    Y ou may add a second station to each push-button by repeating the above pr ocedure with this exception: Pr ess the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window . Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into push-button memory . The stations stored in S[...]

  • Page 244

    NOTE: When subjected to extremely cold temperatur es, the tape mechanism may requir e a few minutes to warm up for proper operation. Sometimes poor playback may be experienced due to a defective cassette tape. Clean and demagnetize the tape heads at least twice a year . T ape Side — ⵜ⌬ /PTY Pressing the ⵜ⌬ button during tape mode will cau[...]

  • Page 245

    pressed again or until the beginning of the tape is reached. At the beginning of the tape, the tape will play in the opposite direction. EJT T ape Press the EJT T APE button and the cassette will disen- gage and eject from the radio. Metal T ape Selection (70µs) If a standard 70 µ (metal) tape is inserted into the player , the player will automat[...]

  • Page 246

    Inserting The Compact Disc Y ou may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF . If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio off, the display will show CD and the time of day will be displayed. If the power is on, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track[...]

  • Page 247

    Random Play — RND/Program Button 4 Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play . This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to pr ovide an interesting change of pace. Press the top of the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press the RND (button 4) button a second[...]

  • Page 248

    Random Play — RND/Program Button 4 Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play . This feature plays the selections on the currently playing compact disc in random or der to provide an inter esting change of pace. Press the top of the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press the RND (button[...]

  • Page 249

    SALES CODE RBQ—AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH 6 - DISC CD CHANGER NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Radio Operation Power/V olume Control Press the PWR/VOL contr ol to turn the radio on. T urn the volume control clockwise to incr ease the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ig[...]

  • Page 250

    channel number will then be displayed for five seconds. The current channel name and number will then be displayed until an action occurs. CD’s may remain in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode. Seek Press and r elease the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and t[...]

  • Page 251

    Audio The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BAL- ANCE, and F ADE. Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to incr ease or decrease the Bass tones. Press the AUDIO button a second time and TREB will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to incr ease or decrease the T r eble tones. Press the AUDIO bu[...]

  • Page 252

    CD Player Operation NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the Power / V olume control pushed ON before the CD player will operate. Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4 3 ⁄ 4 inch (12 cm) discs only . The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism. Y ou may either insert or eje[...]

  • Page 253

    Radio display will show “ejecting” when it is being ejected. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not r emoved, the radio will continue to play the non-removed CD. If the CD is removed and ther e are other CD’s in the radio, the radio will play the next CD. If the CD is remove[...]

  • Page 254

    PTY (Program T ype) Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn of f. Pressing the PTY button repeatedly within 5 seconds will allow the pr ogram format type to be selected. Many radio stations do not currently br oadcast PTY information. T oggle[...]

  • Page 255

    Program T ype Radio Display T alk T alk T op 40 T op 40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode. The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTY program type whe[...]

  • Page 256

    A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot. CD HOT will pause the operation. Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corr ected or another MODE is selected. CD ERROR will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following r easons: • W arped disc • Excessive vibration • Disc inserted upside[...]

  • Page 257

    Radio Operation Power/V olume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. T urn the volume control clockwise to incr ease the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Seek Press and r elease the SEEK button to search for the next station i[...]

  • Page 258

    stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a pr eset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed. Audio The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BAL- ANCE, and F ADE. Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to incr ease or decrease the B[...]

  • Page 259

    General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, 2. This device must accept any interference r eceived, including interference that may cause undesir ed opera- tion. NOTE: Changes or modification[...]

  • Page 260

    Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the button to r eturn to the beginning of the current selection, or r eturn to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection. EJT — Eject Press the EJT button and the disc will unload and move to the [...]

  • Page 261

    Satellite Radio (if equipped). When Satellite Radio (if equipped) is selected “SA T” will appear in your radio display . A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite mode. T ime Press the TIME button to change the display fr om elapsed CD playing time to time of day . CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped This radio is c[...]

  • Page 262

    Random Play (RND) Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an inter esting change of pace. Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer . Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’s [...]

  • Page 263

    SALES CODE RB1—AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH DVD/GPS NA VIGA TION SYSTEM The navigation system provides maps, turn identifica- tion, selection menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destinations and routes. Refer to your “Navi- gation User’s Manual” for detailed operating instruc- tions. NOTE: If your vehicle is not equipped with the C[...]

  • Page 264

    Remote Control Operating Instructions NOTE: Aim the remote contr ol at the radio located on the center of the instrument panel and pr ess the desired button. Direct sunlight or objects blocking the line of sight may affect the function of the r emote control. Remote Control 264 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

  • Page 265

    Remote Control Buttons 1. Headphone T ransmitter 2. Menu Up/Next T rack/Chapter 3. Menu Left/Fast Rewind 4. Return 5. Setup 6. Pause/Play 7. Mute 8. Display 9. Mode 10. Program Down - Pr evious Disc 1 1. Program Up - Next Disc 12. Slow 13. Stop 14. Menu 15. Menu Down/Previous T rack/Chapter 16. Menu Right/Fast Forward Remote Control Buttons 17. Ent[...]

  • Page 266

    RTN Button (4) This button only functions in CD/DVD mode. Press this button to return to the pr evious menu when in the disc menu mode. SETUP Button (5) This button only functions in CD/DVD mode. Press the button after pressing the ST OP button to access the set up menu. Use the right and left arrows to move between tabs for language, rating, mark,[...]

  • Page 267

    PROG UP/DOWN Buttons (10, 1 1) PROG UP selects the next disc loaded in the changer . PROG DOWN selects the previous disc loaded in the changer . SLOW Button (12) This button only functions in DVD video mode. Press this button to advance the video. If the DVD is paused, pressing this button will advance the video frame by frame. STOP Button (13) Thi[...]

  • Page 268

    ENTER Button (17) This button only functions in DVD video mode. Use the ENTER button to enter selections from the menu scr eens. Use the arrow buttons to toggle thr ough the menu screen options. Light Button (18) Pressing this button illuminates the buttons on the r e- mote control. Remote Control Battery Service • T o replace the batteries for t[...]

  • Page 269

    1. Screen W idth Button Changes the width of the screen pictur e. 2. Enter Button This button will enter the selection from the on-screen menu. 3. Brightness Button Changes the brightness of the screen pictur e. V ideo Screen Controls UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 269 4[...]

  • Page 270

    Operating Instructions — Headphones 1. Power Button 2. V olume Control 3. Power Indicator Power Button Pressing the power button will turn the headphones ON/OFF . An indicator light will illuminate on the head- phone earpiece to indicate the headphones are ON. NOTE: • The headphones will turn off automatically in ap- proximately 3 minutes if th[...]

  • Page 271

    • Replace the battery in each earpiece and reinstall the cover . The headphones requir e two AAA batteries. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) This device must accept [...]

  • Page 272

    Operating Instructions — MP3 Player , Portable W alkman An MP3 player can be connected to the audio system. Connect the cables to the RCA jacks located on the front of the CD/DVD changer . NOTE: Follow the manufactures instr uctions for the correct colors when connecting the RCA cables. Operating Instructions — Video Games/Camcorders A video ga[...]

  • Page 273

    2. Credit car d information. 3. Y our V ehicle Identification Number . Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID) The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system. T o access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: ESN/SID Access W ith RBB, REV and RBK Radio[...]

  • Page 274

    Selecting Satellite Mode in RBP , RBU, RAZ, RB1 and RBQ Radios Press the MODE button r epeatedly until the word ⬙ SIRIUS ⬙ appears in the display . These radios will also display the following: • After 3 seconds, the current channel name and channel number will be displayed for 5 seconds. • The current pr ogram type and channel number will [...]

  • Page 275

    Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, you may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button memory . These satellite channel pre-set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre-set memory stations. Follow the memory pre-set pr ocedures that apply to your radio. Using the PTY (Program T ype) Butt[...]

  • Page 276

    Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interr upted due to one of the following reasons. • The vehicle is parked in an undergr ound parking structur e or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interr upt reception in the form of short audio mutes. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent [...]

  • Page 277

    The right hand rocker switch has a push button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the r ocker switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the r ocker switch will decrease the volume. Pr essing the center button changes the operation of the radio from AM to FM to T ape or CD mode de[...]

  • Page 278

    CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play . If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track, thre[...]

  • Page 279

    turned all the way down. T o prevent this, you should periodically clean the head with a commercially available WET cleaning cassette. As preventive maintenance, clean the head about every 30 hours of use. If you wait until the head becomes very dirty (noticeably poor sound), it may not be possible to remove all deposits with a simple WET cleaning [...]

  • Page 280

    CLIMA TE CONTROLS The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather . Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Front Blower Control The Front Blower Contr ol selects whether the Cli- mate Control System is ON or OFF . When the blower control is set to the O (OFF) position the fr ont blower will tu[...]

  • Page 281

    Dual Zone T emperature Control — If Equipped W ith the Dual Zone T emperature Contr ol System, each front seat occupant can independently contr ol the tem- perature of air coming fr om the outlets on their side of the vehicle. This is accomplished by having a separate temperature control lever for both the driver and fr ont seat passenger . The b[...]

  • Page 282

    Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instr ument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air . Moving the air vane knob on the center outlets down, will close off the air flow fr om the center outlets. The thumbwheel next to the outboard outlets can be rotated to r egulate or shut off the air flow fr [...]

  • Page 283

    Bi-Level Mode Air comes from both the instr ument panel outlets, floor outlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directed through the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature lever positions, the bi- level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets. Bi-Level Outlets[...]

  • Page 284

    Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed thr ough the defrost and side window demister outlets. Mix Mode Air comes from the floor , defrost and side window demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or snowy conditions. It allows you to stay comfortable while keep- ing the windshield clear . Floor Outlets Mi[...]

  • Page 285

    Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost your windshield and side windows. NOTE: For improved safety , the compressor is activated and the recir culation mode is deactivated when Mix or Defrost modes ar e selected. This is done to assist in drying the air and it will help [...]

  • Page 286

    • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the A/C air filter , if so equipped, and the front of the A/C condenser for an accumulation of dirt or insects. The A/C condenser is located in front of the radiator . The A/C air filter is located under the instrument panel on the passenger side. • Fabric type fascia prote[...]

  • Page 287

    A/C Recirculation Programming The recir culation control is pr ogrammed to cancel the recir culation mode when the ignition key is turned OFF and will reset to outside air mode when the ignition key is turned ON. The frequent use of outside air will help keep odors from building up within the air conditioner - heater housing. It is recommended that[...]

  • Page 288

    Manual Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped The Manual Rear Zone Climate Control system has floor air outlets to the rear of the right side sliding door and overhead outlets at each outboar d rear seating position. The unit provides warm or cool air thr ough the floor and upper outlets. The rear blower and temperatur e controls for the r ear s[...]

  • Page 289

    The center knob on the front climate contr ol unit has five positions, “REAR”, “OFF”, and a range of blower speeds. Only when the primary control for the r ear blower is in the “REAR” position do the second seat occupants have control of the r ear blower speed. The rear blower contr ol, located in the headliner near the center of the ve[...]

  • Page 290

    in the cold position, cold air will be delivered fr om the headliner outlets. As the rear temperatur e knob is turned towards hot, the air will get warmer , and the air will be delivered fr om both the headliner and floor outlets. When the rear temperatur e knob reaches the full hot position, all of the air will be delivered fr om the floor outlets[...]

  • Page 291

    Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by press- ing the auto rocker switch to the “HI” or “LO” position, the word “AUT O” will illuminate in the front A TC display along with “HI” or “LO”. The system will then automatically regulate the amount of air flow . Next, dial in the temperature you would like the system to main[...]

  • Page 292

    T o provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic mode, during cold start-ups the blower fan will remain off and “DELA Y” will appear in the front A TC display until the engine warms up. Also, an estimate of the time remaining until the “DELA Y” is over will appear peri- odically in the display . However , the fan will engage immediatel[...]

  • Page 293

    NOTE: Each of these features operate independently from each other . If any one feature is contr olled manually , the remaining featur es will continue to operate automati- cally . The left blower control knob can be set to any fixed blower speed by rotating the knob fr om low to high. The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional spee[...]

  • Page 294

    Bi-Level Mode Air comes fr om both the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directed through the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature positions, the bi-level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets. Bi-Level Outlets 294 UN[...]

  • Page 295

    Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed thr ough the defrost and side window demister outlets. Mix Mode Air comes from the floor , defrost and side window demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or snowy conditions. It allows you to stay comfortable while keep- ing the windshield clear . Floor Outlets Mi[...]

  • Page 296

    Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost your windshield and side windows. NOTE: While operating in either ⬙ Auto HI ⬙ or ⬙ Auto LO ⬙ , the system will not automatically sense the presence of fog, mist, or ice on the windshield. ⬙ Defrost ⬙ mode must be manuall[...]

  • Page 297

    Recirculation Control When outside air contains smoke, odors, high humidity , or if rapid cooling is desired, you may wish to recir culate interior air by pressing the recir culation button. The recir culation mode should only be used temporarily . The recirculation symbol will illuminate in the display when this button is selected. Push the button[...]

  • Page 298

    “AUTO”. Only when the “REAR SYSTEM” knob is in the “REAR CONTROL” position do the second seat occu- pants have control of the Rear Automatic T emperature Control System. The Rear Automatic T emperature Contr ol System is located in the headliner near the center of the vehicle. Operation of the rear system is quite simple. Begin by rotat[...]

  • Page 299

    • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric by selecting the US/M customer programmable featur e. Refer to the “Overhead Console-Customer Pr ogram- mable Features” in Section 3 of this manual. Rear Blower Control The rear blower contr ol, located in the headliner near the center of the vehicle has an “OFF”, “AUTO” and a range[...]

  • Page 300

    Rear Mode Control The Rear Mode Control, located in the headliner near the center of the vehicle can be used to select between Auto, Headliner , Bi- Level and Floor modes. Auto Mode The rear system automatically maintains the corr ect mode and comfort level desired by the r ear seat occu- pants. Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. Bi-Level[...]

  • Page 301

    glycol antifreeze coolant in water is r ecommended. Refer to section 7, Maintenance Procedur es, of this manual for proper coolant selection. W inter Operation T o insure the best possible heater and defr oster perfor- mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function- ing properly and the pr oper amount, type, and concen- tration of coolant i[...]

  • Page 302

    Operating T ips A/C Air Filter — If Equipped The climate control system filters out dust, pollen and some odors from the air . Strong odors can not be totally filtered out. Refer to MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE, “Air Conditioner Maintenance” for filter replacement instructions. REAR WINDOW FEA TURES Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation — Manual T[...]

  • Page 303

    Rear W asher Operation — Manual T emperature Control Only The controls ar e located on the Manual T empera- ture Contr ol head above the front blower contr ol. Press and hold the button for as long as spray is desired. If the button is depr essed and held while the Intermittent wiper is on, the wiper will operated for a few seconds after the butt[...]

  • Page 304

    Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation — Automatic T emperature Control Only When this button is pressed and the ignition switch is in the ON position, the rear wiper will operate at a fixed interval of about 8 seconds. As vehicle speed increases, the time delay will shorten. The switch position as well as an indicator light will show when the wiper i[...]

  • Page 305

    The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid when the Low W asher Fluid Light illuminates. Electric Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped Press this button to turn on the r ear window defroster and the optional heated mirr ors. A light will show that the defroster is on. The defr oster automati- cally turns off after about 10 minutes[...]

  • Page 306

    CAUTION! T o avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the rear window defroster , do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window . Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water . 306 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

  • Page 307

    ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es ..................... 3 1 0 ▫ Normal Starting ...................... 3 1 0 ▫ Extremely Cold W eather (Below ⫺ 2 9 °CO r ⫺ 2 0 ° F ) ............... 3 1 0 ▫ If Engine Fails T o Start ................. 3 1 1 ▫ After Starting ........................ 3 1 2 䡵 Engine Block Heater[...]

  • Page 308

    ▫ T ire Markings ........................ 3 2 4 ▫ T ire Identification Number (TIN) .......... 3 2 7 ▫ T ire Loading And T ire Pr essure ........... 3 2 8 䡵 T ires—General Information ................ 3 3 2 ▫ T ire Pressur e ......................... 3 3 2 ▫ T ire Inflation Pressur es ................. 3 3 3 ▫ Radial-Ply T ires ....[...]

  • Page 309

    ▫ Fuel System Cautions .................. 3 4 8 ▫ Carbon Monoxide W arnings .............. 3 4 9 䡵 Adding Fuel .......................... 3 5 0 ▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ............... 3 5 0 䡵 V ehicle Loading ........................ 3 5 2 ▫ V ehicle Certification Label ............... 3 5 2 ▫ Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) [...]

  • Page 310

    ST ARTING PROCEDURES CAUTION! Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds, can cause excessive exhaust tempera- tures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running. W ARNING! Do not leave animals or children inside parked vehicles in hot weather; interior heat build up may cause seri[...]

  • Page 311

    W ARNING! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic trans- mission cannot be started this way . Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery , booster cables may be used [...]

  • Page 312

    CAUTION! T o prevent damage to the starter , do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. W ait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released. If this occurs, continue cranking up to 15 seconds with the accelerator peda[...]

  • Page 313

    W ARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 1 10-1 15 volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. AUTOMA TIC TRANSMISSION 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 complete stop. • Shift into or out of REV[...]

  • Page 314

    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 re- verse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idlin[...]

  • Page 315

    Reset Mode - Electronic T ransmission The transmission is monitored electr onically for abnor- mal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the transmission automatically shifts into sec- ond gear . The transmission remains in second gear despite the forward gear selected. Park (P), Reverse (R), and Neutral (N) will continue [...]

  • Page 316

    “R” Reverse Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. “N” Neutral Engine may be started in this range. “D” Overdrive For most city and highway driving, it provides smoothest upshifts and downshifts and best fuel economy . When frequent transmission shifting occurs while using the “D” Overdrive positio[...]

  • Page 317

    P ARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch on, the brake light in the instrument cluster will turn on. NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. Before leaving the vehicle, make sur e that the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selec[...]

  • Page 318

    added precaution, turn the fr ont wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill grade. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle. W ARNING! Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger- ous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be war[...]

  • Page 319

    by increased pedal travel during application, gr eater pedal force r equired to slow or stop, and potential activation of the Brake W arning Lamp. Anti-Lock Brake System — If Equipped The Anti-Lock Brake System pr ovides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the brake[...]

  • Page 320

    When the vehicle is driven over approximately 15 mph (25 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises. These noises ar e the system performing its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS system is working properly . This self check occurs each time the vehicle is started and accelerated past approximately 15[...]

  • Page 321

    W ARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu- ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in tur[...]

  • Page 322

    Upon initial start-up in cold weather , the power steering pump may make noise for a short period of time. This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This noise should be considered normal, and does not in any way damage the steering system. W ARNING! Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk [...]

  • Page 323

    The system is always in the “stand by” mode unless, • The T raction Control Switch has been used to turn the system OFF • There is a T raction Contr ol System malfunction • The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to the brake system due to overheated brake tempera- tures NOTE: The T raction Control will make buzzing or clicking [...]

  • Page 324

    TIRE SAFETY INFORMA TION Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger)-Metric tir e sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tir es have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- ample: P215/65R15 95H. • European Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards. T ires designed to this standar d ha[...]

  • Page 325

    T ire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standar ds ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = 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 = [...]

  • Page 326

    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 [...]

  • Page 327

    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 the [...]

  • Page 328

    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[...]

  • Page 329

    3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pr essures for the fr ont, rear and spare tir es. 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[...]

  • Page 330

    4. The resulting figur e equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity . For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lb. (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lb.) 5. Determine the combined weight o[...]

  • Page 331

    ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 331 5[...]

  • Page 332

    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 op[...]

  • Page 333

    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. Underinflation also increases tir e rolling r esistance and results in higher fuel consumption. 3. Ride Comfort and V ehicle Stability?[...]

  • Page 334

    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 could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressur es specified on the placard ar e always “cold tire inflation pr essure”. Cold tir e inflation pressure is defined as[...]

  • Page 335

    loading may be requir ed for high speed vehicle opera- tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pr essures. W ARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. Y ou could[...]

  • Page 336

    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[...]

  • Page 337

    Limited Use Spare — If Equipped The limited use spare tir e is for temporary emergency use on your vehicle. This tire is identified by a limited use spare tir e warning label located on the limited use spare tire and wheel assembly . This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the fr ont or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. Inst[...]

  • Page 338

    W ARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. And don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed. T read Wear Indicators [...]

  • Page 339

    Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: • Driving style • T ire pressur e • Distance driven 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 con[...]

  • Page 340

    W ARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance characteristics, result- ing in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering a[...]

  • Page 341

    Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. V ibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- balance. Proper balancing will r educe vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear . TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The T ire Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) system uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electr onic [...]

  • Page 342

    CAUTION! The TPMS system has been optimized for the origi- nal equipment tires and wheels. TPMS system pres- sures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. After-market wheels can cause sensor[...]

  • Page 343

    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. The tire pr essure sensors [...]

  • Page 344

    CAUTION! T o avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: • Because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other suspension components, it is important that only chains in good condition are used. Broken chains can cause serious damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could indicate chain br[...]

  • Page 345

    Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). TIRE ROT A TION RECOMMENDA TIONS T ires on the front and r ear axles of vehicles operate at differ ent loads and perform differ ent steering, driving, and braking functions. For the[...]

  • Page 346

    FUEL REQUIREMENTS Y our vehicle is designed to meet all emis- sion regulations and pr ovide excellent fuel economy when using high quality regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87. The use of premium gasoline is not recommended. The use of pr emium gaso- line will provide no benefit over high quality r egular gasolines, and in some cir[...]

  • Page 347

    Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- ates are r equired in some ar eas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle. CAUTION! DO NOT use gasolines containing [...]

  • Page 348

    Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is requir ed to contain effective deter gent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additives ar e not needed under normal conditions and would result in additional cost. Therefor e you should not have to add anything to the fuel. Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these gui[...]

  • Page 349

    Carbon Monoxide W arnings W ARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly . Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed ar ea, such as a garage, and never sit in a parked vehic[...]

  • Page 350

    ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. 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[...]

  • Page 351

    NOTE: • T ighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is properly tightened. If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, GASCAP will be displayed in the instrument cluster odometer . T ighten the fuel filler ca[...]

  • Page 352

    VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in the charts that follow . This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated. If seats are r emoved for carrying cargo, do not exceed the specified GVWR and GA WR. V ehicle Certification Label Y our vehicle has a certification label attached to the dri[...]

  • Page 353

    W ARNING! Because the front wheels drive and steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GA WR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Overloading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, wheels, etc.) of y[...]

  • Page 354

    A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note that neither the GVWR or the GA WR capacities have been exceeded. Example Only Front Axle Rear Axle Empty W eight 2140 lbs 1470 lbs Load (Including driver , pas- sengers and cargo) 360 lbs 980 lbs T otal 2500 lbs 2450 lbs GA WR 2544 lbs 2544 lbs TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety [...]

  • Page 355

    Common T owing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver , passengers, cargo and tongue weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the [...]

  • Page 356

    W ARNING! It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GA WR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. T ongue W eight (TW) The downward for ce exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer . In most cases it should not be less than 10% or more[...]

  • Page 357

    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 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 should be used [...]

  • Page 358

    Engine/T ransmission GCWR (Gross Com- bined Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross T railer Wt.) Max. T ongue Wt. 3.3L & 3.8L Auto- matic 6,600 lbs (2993 kg) 40 SQ. FT . (3.72 square meters) Up to 2 persons & Luggage 1,800 lbs (816 kg) 180 lbs (82 kg) 6,600 lbs (2993 kg) 40 SQ. FT . (3.72 square meters) 3 to 5 persons & Luggage 1,350 [...]

  • Page 359

    Engine/T ransmission GCWR (Gross Com- bined Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross T railer Wt.) Max. T ongue Wt. 3.3L & 3.8L Auto- matic with trailer tow package 8,600 lbs (3900 kg) 40 SQ. FT . (3.72 square meters) Up to 2 persons & Luggage 3,800 lbs (1723 kg)* 380 lbs (172 kg) 8,600 lbs (3900 kg) 40 SQ. FT . (3.72 square meters) 3 to 5 [...]

  • Page 360

    which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer . Failure to load trailers heavier in fr ont is the cause of many trailer accidents. Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer [...]

  • Page 361

    T owing Requirements T o promote pr oper break-in of your new vehicle driv- etrain components the following guidelines are r ecom- mended: CAUTION! • A void towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may damage your vehicle. • During the first 500 miles (805 km) of trailer towing, limit your speed to 50 mph[...]

  • Page 362

    • Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer . Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cr oss the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners. • V ehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow v[...]

  • Page 363

    − When replacing tir es refer to the T ires–General Infor - mation section of this manual on Replacement T ires for proper tir e replacement pr ocedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GA WR limits. T owing Requirements — T railer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic bra[...]

  • Page 364

    W ARNING! Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- tem and cause it to fail. Y ou might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident. T owing any trailer will increase your stopping dis- tance. When towing you should allow for additional space between your vehicle an[...]

  • Page 365

    T owing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area 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” range whi[...]

  • Page 366

    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 [...]

  • Page 367

    WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher .................. 3 6 8 䡵 If Y our Engine Over heats ................. 3 6 9 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ................ 3 7 0 ▫ Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating . . . 371 ▫ Jacking Instructions — Non Stow ’n Go Seating .......................... 3 8 3 䡵 [...]

  • Page 368

    HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The hazard flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel above the radio. 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- gency . Pus[...]

  • Page 369

    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 neutral, but do not increase engine idle speed. NOTE: There ar e steps that you can take to slow down an impendi[...]

  • Page 370

    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[...]

  • Page 371

    Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating Preparations For Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice or slippery areas, set the parking brake and place the gear selector in P ARK. T urn OFF the ignition. W ARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough of f the road [...]

  • Page 372

    Jack Location — Stow ’n Go Seating The jack, jack handle and winch handle tools are stowed behind the rear left side trim panel in the r ear cargo ar ea. Pull up on the lever to release the cover . Remove the scissors jack and jack handle by rotating the small wing nut to the left. Also remove the tool pouch containing the spare tir e winch han[...]

  • Page 373

    Spare T ire Stowage — Stow ’n Go Seating For vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the spare tire is stowed inside a pr otective cover located under the center of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mecha- nism. The “spare tir e drive” nut is located on the floor , under a plastic cap between the front seats. The tool pouch contain[...]

  • Page 374

    Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 2. T o remove the compact spare tir e/cover assembly , assemble the winch handle extensions to form a “T’ and fit the winch “T” handle over the drive nut. Rotate the nut [...]

  • Page 375

    CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch “T” handle only . Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. 3. Assemble the winch handle extensions to form the Spare T ire Hook and pull the compact spar e tire/cover assembly from under the vehicle. W ARNING! Getting under a jacked-up [...]

  • Page 376

    NOTE: If either front tir e is flat, it may be necessary to jack up the vehicle to remove the compact spar e tire/ cover assembly from under the vehicle. Refer to jack engagement locations in the following steps for proper jack placement. 4. When the compact spare tir e/cover assembly is clear of the vehicle, stand the tire/cover assembly upright a[...]

  • Page 377

    Jack Engagement Locations WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 6[...]

  • Page 378

    6. These locations are on the sill flange of the body and consist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to be located, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabs closest to the wheel to be changed. Place the wrench on the jack screw and turn to the right until the jack head is properly engaged in the described location. Do not raise the ve[...]

  • Page 379

    10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 1 1. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening for incr eased leverage. Alternate lug nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correct wheel nut tightness is 130 N·m (95 ft. lbs). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque[...]

  • Page 380

    14. Stow the cable and wheel spacer before driving the vehicle, reassemble the winch handle extensions to form a “T’ and fit the winch “T” handle over the drive nut. Rotate the nut to the right approximately 33 turns until the winch mechanism clicks at least three times. 15. Stow the jack, jack handle and winch handle tools. W ARNING! A loo[...]

  • Page 381

    W ARNING! A loose compact spare tire/cover assembly , thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the com- pact spare tire with the cover assembly in the place provided. CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch “T” handle only . Use of an air wrench or other power to[...]

  • Page 382

    2. Assemble the winch handle extensions to form the Spare T ire Hook and pull the wheel spacer fr om under the vehicle. 3. T urn the compact spare tire so that the valve stem is down and place the tire into the spar e tire cover assem- bly . Slide the wheel spacer through the center of the wheel and spare tir e cover assembly so that the two retain[...]

  • Page 383

    CAUTION! For vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the W inch Mechanism is designed specifically to stow a COMP ACT Spare T ire ONL Y . Do not attempt to use the W inch to stow the Full Size ’Flat’ T ire, or any other Full Size T ire. V ehicle damage may result. Jacking Instructions — Non Stow ’n Go Seating Preparations For Jacking P[...]

  • Page 384

    Jack Location — Non Stow ’n Go Seating The jack, jack handle are stowed behind the r ear left side trim panel in the rear car go area. Pull up on the lever to release the cover . Remove the spare wheel, scissors jack and jack handle from stowage by r otating the wing nut to the left. Spare T ire Stowage — Non Stow ’n Go Seating For vehicles[...]

  • Page 385

    Jacking Instructions — Non Stow ’n Go Seating 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 2. Fit the jack handle over the drive nut. Rotate the nut to the left until the spare is on the gr ound with enough slack cable to allow you to pull the tire out fr om under [...]

  • Page 386

    Jack Engagement Locations 386 WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES[...]

  • Page 387

    5. These locations are on the sill flange of the body and consist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to be located, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabs closest to the wheel to be changed. Place the wrench on the jack screw and turn to the right until the jack head is properly engaged in the described location. Do not raise the ve[...]

  • Page 388

    NOTE: Do not install the wheel cover on the compact spare. Do not use a hammer or force to install the wheel covers. 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening for incr eased leverage. Alternate lug nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correct whe[...]

  • Page 389

    • For convenience in checking the spare tir e inflation, stow with the valve stem toward the r ear of the vehicle. • Using the jack handle, rotate the drive nut to the right until the wheel is drawn into place against the underside of the vehicle. • Continue to rotate the nut until you hear the mecha- nism click three times. It cannot be over[...]

  • Page 390

    W ARNING! • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic transmis- sion cannot be started this way . Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery , booster cables may be u[...]

  • Page 391

    5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery . Make sure you have a good contact on the engine. 6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster battery , let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the engine in the vehicle with the dis[...]

  • Page 392

    2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace tires when tr ead wear indicators first become visible. 4. Keep tires pr operly inflated. 5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front to avoid a collision in a sudden stop. FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow , it [...]

  • Page 393

    TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition Key Y our vehicle may be towed under the following condi- tions: The gear selector must be in NEUTRAL, the distance to be traveled must not exceed 100 miles (160 km), and the towing speed must not exceed 44 mph (72 km/h). Exceeding these towing limits may cause a trans- mission geartrain failure. If the trans[...]

  • Page 394

    If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON position, not the ACCESSOR Y position. Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL. Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position. The only ap- proved method of[...]

  • Page 395

    MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 3.3L/3.8L Engines ...................... 3 9 8 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ........ 3 9 9 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............................ 4 0 0 䡵 Replacement Parts ...................... 4 0 1 䡵 Dealer Service ......................... 4 0 1 䡵 Maintenance Proce[...]

  • Page 396

    ▫ Steering Linkage ...................... 4 1 3 ▫ Drive Shaft Universal Joints .............. 4 1 3 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 4 1 4 ▫ W indshield W iper Blades ................ 4 1 4 ▫ W indshield And Rear W indow W ashers ..... 4 1 5 ▫ Exhaust System ...................... 4 1 5 ▫ Cooling System .......................[...]

  • Page 397

    ▫ Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 443 ▫ License Light ........................ 4 4 3 䡵 Fluids And Capacities ................... 4 4 4 䡵 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ........ 4 4 5 ▫ Engine ............................. 4 4 5 ▫ Chassis ............................ 4 4 6 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 7[...]

  • Page 398

    3.3L/3.8L ENGINES Engine Compartment 3.3L/3.8L Engines 398 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

  • Page 399

    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[...]

  • Page 400

    EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requir ement to pass an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system. Failure to pass could pr event vehicle registration. For states which have an I/M (Inspection and Maintenance) requir ement, this check verifies the following: the MIL (Malfunction Indi[...]

  • Page 401

    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 and will r emain fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system is ready and you can proceed to the I/M sta[...]

  • Page 402

    NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take yo[...]

  • Page 403

    The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or befor e starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level r eadings. Maintain the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick. Adding [...]

  • Page 404

    Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the following list to see if any apply to you. • Day or night temperatures ar e below 32°F (0°C). • Stop and Go driving. • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 miles [...]

  • Page 405

    American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). The manufacturer only r ecommends API Certified engine oils. Engine Oil V iscosity (SAE Grade) SAE 5W -20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil impr oves[...]

  • Page 406

    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[...]

  • Page 407

    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 . For proper type of r eplacement spark[...]

  • Page 408

    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 proper catalyst operation and pr event possible catalyst damage. CAUTION! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the [...]

  • Page 409

    In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate sever e and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, the vehicle should be stopped, the engine shut off and the vehicle allowed to cool. Thereafter , service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications, should be ob- tained immed[...]

  • Page 410

    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 over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water . Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame o[...]

  • Page 411

    Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a system performance check. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. W ARNING! • Use only refrigerant[...]

  • Page 412

    Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluor ocar- bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pr o- tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever , the manufacturer r ecommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and r ecycling equ[...]

  • Page 413

    W ARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only manufacturers recommended power steering fluid. If necessary , add fluid to restore to the pr oper indicated level. W ith a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid f[...]

  • Page 414

    Continued operation could result in failur e of the univer- sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of the grease. This would r equire complete r eplacement of the joint assembly . Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, doors, liftgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodi[...]

  • Page 415

    Windshield and Rear Window W ashers The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shar ed. It is located in the engine compartment and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the r eservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush o[...]

  • Page 416

    Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear 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 conne[...]

  • Page 417

    Engine Coolant Checks Check the 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 fr esh coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dir[...]

  • Page 418

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

  • Page 419

    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- cording to the temperatur es occurring in the area wher e the vehicle is operated. NOTE: Mixing coolant types will decreas[...]

  • Page 420

    do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician immediately . Clean up any ground spills immediately . Engine Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate. W ith the e[...]

  • Page 421

    • 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 dr op when the engine cools, the cooling system s[...]

  • Page 422

    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. Brakes In order to assur e brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically . Sugge[...]

  • Page 423

    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. NOTE: Often, fluid such as oil, power steering fluid, and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera- tions to facilitate the assembly of hoses to couplings. Ther[...]

  • Page 424

    Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking in the system. Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the requir e- ments described on the brake fluid reservoir . W ith disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear . However , low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Use [...]

  • Page 425

    Fuel System Hoses Electronic Fuel Injection high pr essure fuel systems ar e designed with hoses which have unique material charac- teristics to provide adequate sealing and r esist attack by deteriorated gasoline. Use only the manufacturers specified hoses in any fuel system servicing. It is mandatory to replace all clamps that have been loosened [...]

  • Page 426

    CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder . Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturers recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts fo[...]

  • Page 427

    5. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot or warm. Hot fluid is approximately 180°F (82°C), which is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle has been driven at least 15 miles (24 km). The fluid cannot be comfortably held between the finger tips. Cold is when the fluid is below 80°F (27°C). 6. W ipe the dipstick clean a[...]

  • Page 428

    Severe Usage is defined as: • Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, or trailer towing where the vehicle is driven r egularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. NOTE: Refer to Section 8 of this manual for Mainte- nance Schedules. If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed[...]

  • Page 429

    The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corr osion resistance built into your vehicle. What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the r esult of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings fr om your vehicle. The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. • St[...]

  • Page 430

    CAUTION! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder , which will scratch metal and painted surfaces. Special Care • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the under carriage at least once a month. • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the [...]

  • Page 431

    • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel. • Use Mopar touch up paint on scratches as soon as possible. Y our dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. Interior Care Use Mopar T otal Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting. Interior T rim should be cleaned starting [...]

  • Page 432

    Cleaning High Gloss Front Door B-pillar Appliques When cleaning the front door B-pillar appliques, car e must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Remove all dirt with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners. Glass cleaners are not r ecommended. If soap is used, wipe clean with [...]

  • Page 433

    Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water . Do not remove the belts fr om the car to wash them. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or i[...]

  • Page 434

    Cleaning Soak the drawer , with the drawer front facing up, in a mixture of medium hot tap water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap. Let soak for approximately one hour . After one hour pull the drawer from the water and dip it back into the water about six times. This will loosen any remaining debris. Rinse the drawer thor oughly un- der wa[...]

  • Page 435

    Cavity Maxi Fuse Description F4 30 Amp Pink Front W ipers F9 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump F10 40 Amp Green Front Blower F13 40 Amp Green Electronic Back Light (EBL) F19 40 Amp Green Body Control Module (BCM) Feed 1 F20 30 Amp Pink Central Amplifier F22 30 Amp Pink Seats F27 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan Cavity Maxi Fuse Description F2[...]

  • Page 436

    Cavity Mini Fuse Description F1 20 Amp Y el- low Fog Lights F2 15 Amp Blue Left Park/T ail Light F3 15 Amp Blue Right Park/T ail Light F5 20 Amp Y el- low RDO/IP Ignition F6 20 Amp Y el- low 12 V olt Out Ignition or Battery F8 20 Amp Y el- low Horn F1 1 20 Amp Y el- low EWD/ Rear W iper F12 25 Amp Natural Rear Blower F14 20 Amp Y el- low Ignition O[...]

  • Page 437

    CAUTION! • When installing the Integrated Power Module 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 Integrated Power Module, and possibly result in a electrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the [...]

  • Page 438

    • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, r un the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again. REPLACEMENT LIG[...]

  • Page 439

    BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights 1. Remove the three scr ews securing the headlight mod- ule. 2. T urn the bulb socket retaining ring or the bulb assem- bly counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. NOTE: On some vehicles it may be necessary to slide the red r elease lock rearwar d and push forward on the connector w[...]

  • Page 440

    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. Front Park/T urn Signal and Sidemarker Lights 1. Remove the three scr ews securing the headlight mod- ule. 440 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

  • Page 441

    2. T wist the turn signal socket to remove from the headlight module and pull bulb from socket. 3. Replace bulb, reinstall socket and then reinstall the headlight module. Front Fog Light 1. Reach behind the front fascia fr om under the vehicle. 2. T wist the front fog light bulb to remove fr om the fog light housing. 3. Disconnect the electrical co[...]

  • Page 442

    Rear T ail, Stop, T urn Signal, Side Marker and Back-up Lights 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two tail light assembly push-in type fasteners, by prying under the fastener head with a large flat screwdriver . 3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it fr om the housing. 4. Pull the bulb to remove it fr om the socket. 5. Replace the bulb,[...]

  • Page 443

    Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) 1. Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL. 2. T wist the bulb socket to remove fr om the CHMSL housing. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and r eattach the CHMSL. License Light 1. Remove the two lens assembly mounting screws. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Rep[...]

  • Page 444

    FLUIDS AND CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 87 Octane 20 Gallons 76 Liters Engine Oil-with filter 3.3 & 3.8 Liter Engines (SAE 5W -20, API Certified) 5.0 qts 4.7 Liters Cooling System * 3.3 & 3.8 Liter Engines (Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/ 100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 13.4 qts 12.6 Liters * Includes heater and cool[...]

  • Page 445

    FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive T echnology) or equivalent Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W -20 engine oil. Refer to your oil filler cap for cor- rect SAE grade, meeting DaimlerChry[...]

  • Page 446

    Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic T ransmission Mopar 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid Brake Master Cylinder Mopar 威 DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids. Power Steering Reservoir Mopar 威 A TF+4 Autom[...]

  • Page 447

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ........ 4 4 8 䡵 Maintenance Schedules ................... 4 4 8 ▫ Schedule “B” ........................ 4 5 1 ▫ Schedule “A” ........................ 4 6 1 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

  • Page 448

    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[...]

  • Page 449

    • T axi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser - vice). 〫 • Off-r oad or desert operation. NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule ⬙ B ⬙ . Second is Schedule “A” . It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched- ule ⬙ B ⬙ . Use the schedule that best [...]

  • Page 450

    • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation. At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter . • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the brake hoses. • Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo- nents. • Check the automatic transmission fluid level. • Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps. 4[...]

  • Page 451

    SCHEDULE “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an 〫 . • Day or night temperatures ar e below 32° F (0°[...]

  • Page 452

    Miles 3, 000 6, 000 9, 000 12, 000 15, 000 18, 000 (Kilometers) (5 000 ) (10 000 ) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Rotate T ires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * XXXX X Replace the engine air cleaner filter . *X Replace the air[...]

  • Page 453

    Miles 21, 000 24, 000 27, 000 30, 000 33, 000 36, 000 (Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Rotate T ires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * XXX X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter . X Inspect the t[...]

  • Page 454

    Miles 39, 000 42, 000 45, 000 48, 000 51, 000 54, 000 (Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Rotate T ires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * XX XX X Replace the engine air cleaner filter . *X Replace the [...]

  • Page 455

    Miles 57, 000 60, 000 63, 000 66, 000 69, 000 72, 000 (Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (1 10 000) (1 15 000) (120 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Rotate T ires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * X XXX X Replace the engine air cleaner filter . X Inspec[...]

  • Page 456

    Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Rotate T ires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * XXXX Replace the engine air cleaner filter XX Replace the[...]

  • Page 457

    Miles 93, 000 96, 000 99, 000 102, 000 105, 000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate T ires X X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if neces- sary . * XXXX Replace the engine air cleaner filter *X Inspect the serpentine driv[...]

  • Page 458

    Miles 108, 000 1 1 1, 000 1 14, 000 1 17, 000 120, 000 (Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate T ires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if neces- sary . * XXXX Replace the engine air cleaner filter . X Inspect the tie[...]

  • Page 459

    Miles 123, 000 126, 000 129, 000 132, 000 135, 000 (Kilometers) (205 000) (210 000) (215 000) (220 000) (225 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate T ires X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if neces- sary . * XXXX Replace the engine air cleaner filter . X Inspect the serpentin[...]

  • Page 460

    Miles 138, 000 141, 000 144, 000 147, 000 150, 000 (Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX Rotate T ires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * XXXX Replace the engine air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs on [...]

  • Page 461

    SCHEDULE “A” Miles 6, 000 12, 000 18, 000 24, 000 30, 000 36, 000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000 ) (50 000) (60 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X XXXXX Rotate T ires X XXXXX Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * X XXX [...]

  • Page 462

    Miles 42, 000 48, 000 54, 000 60, 000 66, 000 72, 000 (Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X X Rotate T ires X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * XX X X X Re[...]

  • Page 463

    Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000 (Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (165 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X Rotate T ires X X X X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * X X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter[...]

  • Page 464

    Miles 102, 000 108, 000 1 14, 000 120, 000 (Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [Months] [102] [108] [1 14] [120] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X Rotate T ires X X X X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * X X X Replace the engine air cleaner filter . X Inspec[...]

  • Page 465

    Miles 126, 000 132, 000 138, 000 144, 000 150, 000 (Kilometers) (210 000) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250, 000) [Months] [126] [132] [138] [144] [150] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX Rotate T ires XXXXX Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary . * XXXX Replace the engine air clea[...]

  • Page 466

    W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic. 466 SCHEDULE “A” 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

  • Page 467

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .......................... 4 6 8 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 4 6 8 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 4 6 8 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests ............. 4 6 8 䡵 If Y ou Need Assistance ................... 4 6 8 䡵 W ar[...]

  • Page 468

    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[...]

  • Page 469

    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[...]

  • Page 470

    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 impair ed customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the [...]

  • Page 471

    W ARRANTY INFORMA TION (U.S. V ehicles Only) See the W arranty Information Booklet for the terms and provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to this vehicle. MOP AR 姞 P ARTS Mopar 威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer . They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING SA[...]

  • Page 472

    PUBLICA TION ORDER FORMS T o order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below . V isa, Mas- tercar d, American Express, and Discover or ders are ac- cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. NOTE: A str eet address is requir ed when ordering manuals. (No P .O. Boxes). •[...]

  • Page 473

    Call T oll Free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) • 1–800–387–1 143 (Canada) Or V isit us on the W orld Wide W eb at: • www .techauthority .daimlerchrysler .com • www .daimlerchrysler .ca/manuals DEP ARTMENT OF TRANSPORT A TION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab- lished by the Nationa[...]

  • Page 474

    W ARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. 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 abilit[...]

  • Page 475

    INDEX 10[...]

  • Page 476

    Adding Fuel ........................... 3 5 0 Adding W asher Fluid .................. 304,415 Additives, Fuel ......................... 3 4 8 Adjustable Pedals ....................... 1 5 9 Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 4 1 1 Air Conditioning ..................... 280,285 Air Conditioning Controls ................. 2 8 0 Air Condition[...]

  • Page 477

    Interlock System ....................... 3 1 4 Reset Mode .......................... 3 1 5 Selection Of Lubricant ................ 425,446 Shifting ............................. 3 1 5 Special Additives ...................... 4 2 8 Automatic T ransmission ................... 4 2 5 Adding Fluid ......................... 4 2 6 Fluid and Filter Changes[...]

  • Page 478

    Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ 3 5 0 Oil (Engine) .......................... 4 0 5 Radiator (Coolant Pressur e) ............... 4 1 9 Car W ashes ............................ 4 2 9 Carbon Monoxide W arning ................. 3 4 9 Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ....................... 1 9 5 Cargo (V ehicle Loading) ...........[...]

  • Page 479

    Compass V ariance ....................... 1 6 6 Computer , T rip/T ravel .................... 1 6 7 Console, Overhead ....................... 1 6 3 Console, Removable ................... 189,190 Contract, Service ........................ 4 7 0 Coolant Pressur e Cap ..................... 4 1 9 Cooling System ......................... 4 1 6 Adding Co[...]

  • Page 480

    Door Locks ............................. 1 7 Door Locks, Automatic .................... 1 9 Door Opener , Garage ..................... 1 7 3 Drive Belts ............................ 4 0 6 Drive Shaft Universal Joints ................ 4 1 3 Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................... 3 9 1 Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 9 4 Elect[...]

  • Page 481

    T emperature Gauge ..................... 2 1 3 Exhaust Gas Caution .............. 37,83,349,416 Exhaust System ......................... 4 1 5 Extender , Seat Belt ........................ 5 3 Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 9 3 Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 4 0 7 Air Conditioning .................... 302,412 Automatic[...]

  • Page 482

    Octane Rating ...................... 346,445 Requirements ...................... 346,444 T ank Capacity ........................ 4 4 4 Fuel System Caution ..................... 3 4 8 Fueling ............................... 3 5 0 Fuses ................................ 4 3 4 Garage Door Opener (HomeLink 威 ) ........... 1 7 3 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Ca[...]

  • Page 483

    Hitches T railer T owing ........................ 3 5 7 HomeLink 威 (Garage Door Opener) T ransmitter . . . 173 Hood Release .......................... 1 4 7 Hook, Coat ............................ 1 9 4 Hoses ............................. 421,425 Ignition K e y ................................. 1 2 Illuminated Entry ........................ 1 6 I[...]

  • Page 484

    Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 4 3 LA TCH (Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren) . 74 Latches Hood ............................... 1 4 7 Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 3 4 6 Life of T ires ............................ 3 3 9 Liftgate ................................ 3 4 Lights .............................. 85,148 Airbag ...[...]

  • Page 485

    Reading ............................. 1 6 3 Rear Servicing ........................ 4 4 2 Rear T ail ............................ 4 4 2 Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 2 1 2 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............. 2 1 3 Service ........................... 438,439 Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 215 Side Marker .......[...]

  • Page 486

    Automatic Dimming ..................... 9 2 Electric Remote ........................ 9 4 Exterior Folding ........................ 9 3 Heated .............................. 9 5 Memory ............................. 1 4 3 Outside .............................. 9 4 Rearview ............................. 9 2 V anity ............................... 9 5 [...]

  • Page 487

    Overheating, Engine ................... 213,369 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ......... 4,472 Panic Alarm ............................ 2 3 Parking Brake .......................... 3 1 7 Parking On Hill ......................... 3 1 7 Passing Light ........................... 1 5 4 Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 1 5 9 Pets, T ranspo[...]

  • Page 488

    Radio Remote Controls ................. 264,276 Radio, Satellite .......................... 2 7 2 Radio (Sound Systems) ......... 219,229,239,249,256 Rear Air Conditioning ................. 288,297 Rear Cup Holder ........................ 1 8 4 Rear Heater ............................ 2 8 8 Rear Seat Removal .................... 135,137 Rear Seatin[...]

  • Page 489

    Schedule, Maintenance .................... 4 4 8 Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 4 3 3 Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 5 1 Seat Belts .............................. 4 1 Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 4 8 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 4 8 And Pregnant W omen ................... 5 3 Center Lap Belt ..[...]

  • Page 490

    Shoulder Belts ........................... 4 3 Signals, T urn ................... 153,210,440,442 Sliding Door ............................ 2 9 Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 3 9 1 Snow Chains (T ire Chains) ................. 3 4 3 Snow T ires ............................ 3 4 4 Spare T ire ..................... 336,337,373,384 Spark [...]

  • Page 491

    T emperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ....... 213,369 T ether Anchor , Child Restraint ............... 7 4 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 2 7 Theft System Arming ...................... 2 7 Theft System Disarming .................... 2 7 Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 2 7 T ilt Steering Column ..................... 1 5 6 T[...]

  • Page 492

    Disabled V ehicle ....................... 3 9 3 Guide .............................. 3 5 7 Recreational ....................... 366,394 W eight .............................. 3 5 7 T raction Control ................... 156,215,322 T raction Control Switch ................. 156,322 T railer T owing .......................... 3 5 4 Cooling System T i[...]

  • Page 493

    V anity Mirrors ........................... 9 5 V ariance, Compass ....................... 1 6 6 V ehicle Certification Label ................. 3 5 2 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6 V ehicle Information Center ................. 1 6 8 V ehicle Loading ................... 329,352,353 V ehicle Modifications/Alterations ............[...]

  • Page 494

    494 INDEX[...]

  • Page 495

    NOTES[...]

  • Page 496

    NOTES[...]