Dodge 2006 Stratus Sedan manuale d’uso

T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE ........................... 7 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................ 4 7 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL .................................. 7 7 5[...]

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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 .......... 6 1[...]

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

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

THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Sentry Key — If Equipped ................ 9 ▫ Replacement Keys ...................... 9 ▫ Customer Key Programming .............. 1 0 ▫ General Information .................... 1 0 䡵 Illuminated Entry System ................. 1 1 䡵 Door Locks ........................... 1 1 ▫ [...]

▫ T amper Alert ......................... 1 9 ▫ Security System Manual Override ........... 1 9 䡵 T runk Lock And Release .................. 2 0 䡵 T runk Safety W arning .................... 2 0 ▫ T runk Internal Emergency Release .......... 2 1 䡵 W indows ............................. 2 1 ▫ Power W indows ....................... 2 1 [...]

SENTR Y KEY — IF EQUIPPED W ith this system, an electronically coded ignition key sends a signal to the vehicle electronics. If the electr onics recognizes the signal, the vehicle will start and continue to run. If the system does not r ecognize the signal the vehicle will start and run for 2 seconds then shut of f. The system will allow the engi[...]

At the time of purchase, the original owner is pr ovided with a four digit PIN number . This number is requir ed for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Programming pr ocedure. This procedur e consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key[...]

ILLUMINA TED ENTRY SYSTEM The interior lights will come on when you open any door , unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry (if so equipped) or central unlock (if so equipped). They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors ar e closed then fade to off. The lights also will turn off if you turn on the ignition after you close all[...]

Power Door Locks There is a door lock switch on each fr ont door trim panel located to the front of the door handle. Pr ess this switch to lock or unlock the four doors. If you press the door lock switch while the keys ar e in the ignition switch, and the driver ’ s door is open, the doors will not lock. If the door lock plunger is down when you [...]

Central Locking — If Equipped All vehicle doors are locked with the first turn of the key to the LOCK position. The double activation feature requir es you to turn the key in the cylinder lock two times within five seconds to UNLOCK all vehicle doors at once. Door Ajar W arning If you move the vehicle and a door is not completely closed, the word[...]

3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors. 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. Automatic Unlock on Exit — Only A vailable if Automatic Door Locks are Enabled This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver ’ s door is opened and the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. This function is dis[...]

W ARNING! A void trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), lower the window and open the door with the outside door handle. REMOTE KEYLESS [...]

1. Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmit- ter . 2. Continue to hold the Unlock button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the LOCK button. 3. Release both buttons. The headlights will flash twice to acknowledge the unlock signal. NOTE: The Lamp Flash can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedur e[...]

2. Continue to hold the Unlock button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the T runk button. 3. Release both buttons. Panic Alarm The panic mode unlocks the driver ’ s door , turns on the interior lights, flashes the headlights, and sounds the horn for about 3 minutes or until the alarm is turned off. T o use the Panic Alar[...]

2. This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interfer ence that may cause undes- ired operation If your Remote Lock Control fails to operate fr om a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. W eak batteries in transmitter . The expected life of batteries is from one to two years 2. Closeness to a radio trans[...]

VEHICLE THEFT ALARM The system monitors the doors, trunk, and ignition for unauthorized operation. If something triggers the alarm, the system will signal for up to 18 minutes. For the first three minutes the horn will sound and the headlights and interior lights will flash. Then the horn will stop and if the source of the trigger is still present,[...]

TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE Use the key or the Remote Keyless Entry T ransmitter to open the trunk fr om outside the vehicle. From inside the car the trunk lid can be r eleased by depressing the T runk Release Button located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The transmission must be in Park before the switch will operate. V ehic[...]

T runk Internal Emergency Release NOTE: As a security measure, a T runk Internal Emer - gency Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism. See pictur e. WINDOWS [...]

W ARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power windows while operating the power window switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. The window controls on the driver ’ s door operate all windows. The driver ’ s[...]

Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible. W ARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- led up. Y ou can strike the interior of your vehicle or other pass[...]

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, or[...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you ar e taller than average, you ’ ll prefer a higher position. When you r elease the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position. In the rear seat, move towar d the center of the seat to position the belt away from your neck[...]

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

The Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert) can be reacti- vated by repeating this pr ocedure. 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 seat belt remains unbuckled. Seat Belts and Pregnant Women W e recommend that pr egnant women use th[...]

Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag This vehicle has front airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt r estraint systems. The driver ’ s airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger ’ s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above t[...]

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

Children that ar e not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt (see section on “ Child Restraint ” ) should be secured in the r ear seat in child restraints or belt- positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use child r estraints or belt- positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allo[...]

• AIRBAG Readiness Light • Driver Airbag • Passenger Airbag • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Interconnecting W iring • Knee Impact Bolsters • Left and Right W indow Bags Above Side W indows — If Equipped • Left and Right Side Impact Sensors — If Equipped • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pr etensioners H[...]

W ARNING! Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument 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 . • When the airbag control module detects a collision requiring the ai[...]

They are not permanent and normally heal quickly . However , if you haven ’ t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately . • As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-pr oduct of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag i[...]

where the window bag inflates. This especially applies to children. The window bag is only about 3 1 ⁄ 2 inches (8 3 ⁄ 4 cm) thick when it is inflated. Maintaining Y our Airbag System W ARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. Y ou could be injured because the airbags are not there to p[...]

Children 12 years and under should ride pr operly buck- led up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children ar e safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the fr ont. W ARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby , can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold [...]

• Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with the fr ont passenger airbag unless the airbag is turned off. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. W ARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a col[...]

NOTE: For additional information refer to www .seatcheck.org or call 1 – 866 – SEA TCHECK. Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh mor e than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward-facing dir ection are for ch[...]

the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child r estraint to the vehicle structur e. LA TCH-compatible child restraint systems ar e now avail- able. However , because the lower anchorages are to be introduced over a period of years, child r estraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to [...]

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

child restraint r earward and downward into the seat, removing slack in the straps accor ding to the child restraint manufactur er ’ s instructions. NOTE: When using the LA TCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensur e that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints ar e stowed and out of reach of childr en. It is r[...]

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

3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child r estraint manufacturer ’ s instruc- tions. 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 [...]

SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas W ARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. T o avoid breathing (CO) follow the safety tips below . • Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed t[...]

Airbag Light The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the bulb is not lit during starting, have it replaced. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer . Defrosters Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and [...]

UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Console Features ....................... 5 0 ▫ Console Features — W ithout Heated Seats .... 5 0 ▫ Console Features — W ith Heated Seats ....... 5 1 䡵 Mirrors .............................. 5 2 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped ...... 5 2 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — [...]

▫ Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) ...... 6 2 ▫ Lights-On Reminder .................... 6 2 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ................ 6 2 ▫ T urn Signals .......................... 6 2 ▫ Headlight Beam Select Switch ............. 6 3 ▫ Flash T o Pass ......................... 6 3 ▫ Headlight T ime Delay ................... 6 3[...]

▫ Sunshade Operation .................... 7 5 ▫ W ind Buffeting ........................ 7 5 ▫ Sunroof Maintenance .................... 7 5 ▫ Sunroof Fully Closed .................... 7 6 䡵 Electrical Power Outlet ................... 7 6 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 49 3[...]

CONSOLE FEA TURES Console Features — Without Heated Seats The front console has two cup holders in the fr ont and a storage bin. An optional r emovable ashtray may be located in the driver ’ s side cup holder . The center console/armrest has a pencil /tir e gage holder and a tissue holder mounted on the underside of the cover . The bottom of th[...]

Console Features — With Heated Seats The front console has two cup holders. An optional removable ashtray may be located in the driver ’ s side cup holder . The center console/armrest has a pencil /tir e gage holder and a tissue holder mounted on the underside of the cover . The bottom of the console bin also has built in holders for compact di[...]

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

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. Electric Remote-Control Mirrors — If Equipped Both of the outside mirrors can be adjusted by using the remote contr ols mounted on the instrument panel to the left o[...]

Outside Mirror — Passenger ’ s Side Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the vehicle. W ARNING! V ehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side mirror could c[...]

After releasing the adjusting bar , apply forward and rearwar d body pressure to be sur e the seat is latched. Reclining Bucket Seats The recliner contr ol is on the side of the seat. T o recline, lean forward slightly befor e lifting the lever , then lean back to the desired position and r elease the lever . Lean forward and lift the lever to r et[...]

Power Seats — If Equipped The power seat switches are on the outboar d side of the seat near the floor . Use the front switch to move the seat up, down, forward, r earward, or to tilt the seat. The rear switch controls the seatback r ecliner . CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Adjust[...]

Folding Rear Seat T o provide additional storage ar ea, the rear seatback can be folded forward. Pull on the loops shown in the pictur e to fold down either or both seatbacks. When returning the r ear seat back to the upright position be sure the seat back is latched. W ARNING! The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in t[...]

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. Then lift the secondary latch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. Use the hood prop r od to secure the hood in the open position. Place the upper[...]

W ARNING! If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Y ou could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving. LIGHTS Interior Lights The map/courtesy lights come on when a door is opened and the panel lamp dimmer switch (located on the turn signal control[...]

Daytime Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control to the first detent (full-circle). This featur e bright- ens the odometer and radio display when the parking lights or headlights are on during daylight conditions. Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped These lights are mounted between the sun visors. Each light has a push-on pu[...]

Multi-Function Control Lever The Multi-Function lever controls the operation of the headlights, turn signals, headlight beam select switch, instrument panel light dimming, courtesy lights, passing lights, dome light and fog lights. Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights T urn the end of the control lever to the first detent for parking[...]

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns your headlights on at a preset level of outdoor lighting. T urn the end of the control lever to the thir d detent to turn the system on. When the system is on, the headlight delay feature is also on. This means that your headlights will stay on for about 90 seconds after you turn [...]

Headlight Beam Select Switch Pull the turn signal lever towards you to switch the headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the turn signal lever a second time to switch the headlights to LOW beam. Flash to Pass Y ou can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel. This will cause the headlight[...]

T o use the washer , pull the lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will operate for several cycles after the lever is released, and then r esume the intermit- tent interval previously selected. If the lever is pulled while in the OFF position, the wipers will operate for severa[...]

W ARNING! T ilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. W ithout a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving. TRACTION CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED T o turn the T raction Control System Off, pr e[...]

NOTE: The T raction Control System is enabled each time the ignition switch is turned On. This will occur even if you used the switch to turn the system off befor e powering down or turning the ignition to Lock. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device will control the thr ottle op- eration to maintain a constant vehicle s[...]

T o Deactivate: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake or clutch pressur e will deactivate speed control without erasing the memory . Pushing the ON/OFF button or turning off the ignition turns the speed control system of f and erases the memory . T o Resume Speed: T o resume a pr eviously set speed, push and rele[...]

When Climbing A Hill If vehicle speed drops 3 mph (5 km/h) below the Speed Control set speed, the transaxle will downshift to thir d gear . Under severe conditions the transaxle may down- shift again to second gear . The transaxle will upshift to fourth gear after the vehicle has reached the top of the hill. When Descending A Hill If vehicle speed [...]

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink 威 Universal T ransceiver replaces up to three r emote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper- ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the push of a button. The Universal T ransceiver operates off your vehicle ’ s battery and cha[...]

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 a[...]

5. The indicator light in the Universal T ransceiver will begin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly . The rapid flashing indicates successful programming. If after 90 seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goes out, return to step 1 and r epeat the procedure. T o train the other buttons, repeat steps 3 and 4. Be sur e to keep you[...]

1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener manufacturer . If you have difficulty in locating the training button, check your garage door opener manual, or call 1-800-355-3515 or , on the Internet, at www .homelink.com. 2. Press and hold the training but[...]

Operation Press and hold the desir ed button on the Universal T ransceiver until the garage door or other device begins to operate. The light in the display shows that the signal is being transmitted. The hand held transmitter may also be used at any time. Reprogramming A Single Button 1. Press and hold the Universal T ransceiver button to be repr [...]

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

Opening Sunroof - Manual Press the switch r earward and hold, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunr oof will open fully , then stop automatically . During this opera- tion, any release of the sunr oof switch will stop the sunroof. Opening Sunroof - Express Press the switch r earward and release, and the sunr oof will o[...]

Sunroof Fully Closed Press and hold the switch forwar d until the sunroof stops completely to ensure that the sunr oof is fully closed. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET The power outlet is located in the lower center of your instrument panel. If your vehicle is equipped with heated seats, a second power outlet is located inside the center console. All acces[...]

UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instruments And Controls ................. 8 1 䡵 Instrument Cluster ...................... 8 2 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description ............. 8 3 䡵 Compass, T emperature, And T rip Computer Display — If Equipped ................... 8 9 ▫ Control Buttons ....................... 8 9 ▫ T r[...]

▫ T uning .............................. 9 4 ▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ................ 9 5 ▫ PTY (Pr ogram T ype) Button ............... 9 5 ▫ Balance ............................. 9 6 ▫ Fade ............................... 9 6 ▫ T one Control ......................... 9 6 ▫ AM/FM Selection ...................... 9 7 ▫ Scan Button [...]

䡵 Sales Code RBB — AM/FM Stereo Radio W ith Cassette T ape Player And CD Changer Capability ........................... 1 0 3 ▫ Radio Operation ...................... 1 0 3 ▫ Mode Button ........................ 1 0 5 ▫ Scan Button (Radio Mode) ............... 1 0 5 ▫ Cassette Player Features ................ 1 0 5 ▫ CD Changer Contro[...]

▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB, RAH And RBK Radios ......................... 1 1 6 ▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP , RBU, RAZ, RB1 And RBQ Radios .................. 1 1 7 ▫ Selecting a Channel .................... 1 1 7 ▫ Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels ...... 1 1 7 ▫ Using The PTY (Pr ogram T ype) Button (If Equipped) .......[...]

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 81 4[...]

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 82 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Fuel Gauge When the ignition key is in the ON position, the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. 2. T raction Control — If Equipped This display indicator illuminates momentarily as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. The indicator will blink during an active tract[...]

4. Airbag Light The light comes on and remains on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the bulb does not come on during starting, have the bulb replaced. If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer . (See page 36 for more information.) 5. T achometer[...]

resume to full illumination. (See “ EMISSIONS IN- SPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS ” in the “ MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE ” section of your Owner Manual for more details). If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked promptly . Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap or poor fuel [...]

13. Engine T emperature W arning Light This light warns of an overheated engine cool- ant condition. 14. T rip Odometer Button Press and r elease this button to change the display from odometer to trip odometer . The word TRIP will appear when in the trip odometer mode. T o reset the trip odometer , press and hold the button for at least 1/2 second[...]

17. Anti-Lock W arning Light — If Equipped This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System described elsewhere in this manual. This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the RUN position and may stay on for several seconds. If the light does not come on, have the system checked by an authorized dealer . The warning light should be [...]

W ARNING! Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- ous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur . It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Y ou could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately . The warning light should be checked frequently to assur e that it is operating properly . T urn the ignition ke[...]

COMP ASS, TEMPERA TURE, AND TRIP COMPUTER DISPLA Y — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to choose between a compass / temperature display and one of five trip conditions being monitored. Control Buttons Step Button Use this button to choose or cycle through the five trip conditions. Reset The following trip conditions can be reset: • A VG ECO [...]

T rip Conditions A verage Fuel Economy (A VG ECO) This display shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. Estimated Range (DTE) This display shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This esti- mated distance is based on the most recent trip informa- tion: (A verage Fuel Economy) x (Fuel Remain[...]

Automatic Compass Calibration The self-calibrating feature of the compass eliminates the need to calibrate the compass for normal conditions. During a short initial period, the compass may appear erratic and the CAL symbol will appear on the display . After the vehicle has completed at least one complete circle in an ar ea free from lar ge metal ob[...]

Outside T emperature If the outside temperature is mor e than 131 ° F (55 ° C), the display will show 131 ° F . When the outside temperature is less than ⫺ 40 ° F( ⫺ 40 ° C), the display will show ⫺ 40 ° F/C. CIGAR LIGHTER/ASHTRA Y For a nominal charge your dealer can pr ovide a “ smok- er ’ s ” package. This package consists of a[...]

T o Set The Clock: 1. Use a ballpoint pen or similar object to press the hour (H) or minute (M) buttons on the radio, The time setting will increase each time you pr ess the button. 2. Press any other button to exit from the clock setting mode. Or , it will exit the mode automatically if left alone for 5 or 6 seconds. RADIO GENERAL INFORMA TION Rad[...]

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[...]

Radio Data System (RDS) The Radio Data System allows radio broadcasting sta- tions to send data signals on a subcarrier frequency which is added to the stereo signal. RDS was developed to give FM receivers user -friendly features, such as Program Service name (PS) and Pr ogram T ype (PTY). Program Service name is typically used by the br oad- caste[...]

Program T ype Radio Display 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 PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode.[...]

AM/FM Selection Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency . The display will show ST when a stereo station is received. Scan Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to sear ch for the next station, in either AM or FM, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station b[...]

be experienced due to a defective cassette tape. Clean and demagnetize the tape heads at least twice a year . Seek Button Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the curr ent selection. Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backwar d 1 to 6 selections.[...]

Noise Reduction The Dolby Noise Reduction System* is on whenever the tape player is on, but may be switched off. T o turn off the Dolby Noise r eduction System: Press the Dolby button (button 2) after you insert the tape. The NR light in the display will go off when the Dolby System is off. The Dolby System is automatically r eactivated each time a[...]

• If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF , the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the display will show the time of day . If you insert a disc with the ignition OFF , the display will show the time of day for about 5 seconds, then go out. Seek Button Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection [...]

T o select Satellite Radio (if equipped), press the MODE button until the word SIRIUS appears. The following will be displayed in this order: After three seconds, the current channel name and number will be displayed for five seconds. The current pr ogram type and channel number will then be displayed for five seconds. The current channel name and [...]

The audio output can be heard when fast forwar d and fast reverse ar e activated. 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 . CD Diagnostic Indicators When dr[...]

SALES CODE RBB — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE T APE PLA YER AND CD CHANGER CAP ABILITY NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. 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[...]

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 the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. T une Press the TUNE c[...]

Press the AUDIO button a third time and BAL will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers. Press the AUDIO button a fourth time and F ADE will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust the sound level between the front and r ear speakers. Press the AUDIO button again or wai[...]

beginning of the previous selection if the tape is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection. The SEEK symbol appears on the display when Music Search is in operation. Music Sear ch shuts off automati- cally when a selection has been located. Selective Music Search Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward [...]

Push-Button While the CD changer is playing, press the NUMBER 1 push-button or the NUMBER 5 push-button to select a disc numbered higher or lower than the one curr ently being played. Seek Button Press the SEEK up or down to select another track on the same disc. A SEEK symbol will appear on the display . Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Press and h[...]

• Disc inserted upside down • Damaged disc • W ater condensation on optics SALES CODE RBK — AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLA YER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Radio Operation Power/V olume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. T urn the volume co[...]

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 “ 1 – 5 ” button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the S[...]

T ime Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time. 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 received, includin[...]

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 entrance for easy removal. The unit will switch to the radio mode. If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds, it wi[...]

Mode Button T o activate the CD changer , press the MODE button until CD information appears on the display . Disc Up/Program Button 1 Press the DISC up (button 1) button to play the next available disc. Disc Down/Program Button 5 Press the DISC down (button 5) button to play the previous disc. Seek Button Press the SEEK up or down to select anothe[...]

An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following r easons: • Excessive vibration • Disc inserted upside down • Damaged disc • W ater condensation on optics 6 DISC CD CHANGER — IF EQUIPPED The CD changer is located below the radio in the instrument panel. The changer plays only 4 3 ⁄[...]

2. Insert the CD while the light above the chosen button is flashing and the two lights on either side of the slot are illuminated. 3. Upon insertion, the CD will begin to play , and both the button light and the lights in the corner of the loading slot will illuminate. 4. Repeat the process for loading any additional CDs. The CD player will stop w[...]

Press button 4 a second time to stop random play . Program Button 5 Press this button to play the pr evious disc. Time Button Press this button to switch between time of day and CD track time. Changing Modes While in the radio mode, if a cassette is loaded, press the Mode button to switch to the tape mode. If a CD is loaded, press the Mode button t[...]

System Activation T o activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at www .sirius.com. Please have the following informa- tion available when activating your system: 1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID). 2. Credit card information. 3. Y our V ehi[...]

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 [...]

Using the PTY (Program T ype) Button (If Equipped) Follow the PTY button instr uctions that apply to your radio. PTY Button ⴖ SCAN ⴖ When the desired pr ogram type is obtained, press the ⬙ SCAN ⬙ button within five seconds. The radio will play 7 seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next channel of the selected program type. [...]

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system contr ols are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. The right hand control is a r ocker type switch with a push-button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the r ocker sw[...]

If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second selection, three times, it will play the thir d, etc. The button in the center of the left hand switch has no function in this mode. CD Player — Single Disc in Radio 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 t[...]

Maintain your cassette tape player . The head and capstan shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played. The result of deposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap around and become lodged in the tape transport. The other adverse condition is low or “ muddy ” sound from one or both cha[...]

NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged, oversized, or have theft protection encoding. T ry a known good disc befor e considering disc player service. Y ou may have a problem with CD-R (recor dable) and CD-R W (recordable and writable) disks. RADIO OPERA TION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions,[...]

Interior A TC Sensors There ar e two interior sensors in the vehicle. The Sun Sensor is mounted in the center of the instrument panel near the windshield glass. The In-Car T emperature Sen- sor is mounted behind the A TC control panel. These sensors transmit data on sun strength and vehicle interior temperatures to enhance system performance. CAUTI[...]

Comfort Control Use this control to r egulate the comfort inside the pas- senger compartment. Press the top of the switch to raise the temperature selection and the bottom of the switch to lower it. The comfort setting range is from Low , 60, 61,....to 89,90, Hi, for automatic temperature contr ol. Y ou can select a very hot or cold comfort setting[...]

NOTE: The Recirc button light will blink if you try to use it in the Mix or Defrost modes. Air Direction Buttons (Mode) These buttons allow you to select from five air distribu- tion patterns. These buttons should be used only when you can not achieve comfort or visibility in Auto opera- tion. A symbol in the display window will show which mode is [...]

W indshield Defrost Air is directed thr ough the defrost outlets and side window demist outlets. A small amount of air also is directed thr ough the floor outlets. Use this mode with maximum fan and comfort level settings for best windshield and side window defrosting. The defrost symbol will glow in amber to show that the defroster is on. NOTE: Th[...]

Hot W eather Automatic Recirculation The system will automatically recir culate the air inside the vehicle when the interior is very warm. This will provide maximum cooling. The system will also occa- sionally return to REC on hot, humid or very hot, dry days to maintain occupant comfort. Side W indow Demisters Side window demisters are located on [...]

Operating T ips (A TC only) 128 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

NOTE: If the system is in the AUTO mode and the fan control is alr eady rotated fully clockwise or fully coun- terclockwise, the contr ol may have to be rotated to the middle and then to the desired fan setting for manual adjustment of fan speed. Manual Air Conditioning/Heater Control — If Equipped The Air Conditioning System allows you to balanc[...]

Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the air conditioning compressor is on. This is a normal occurrence as the compr essor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and incr ease fuel economy . NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the air condition- ing condenser for an accu[...]

• Panel — Air Conditioning Outside air flows through the air condition- ing system and then through the outlets located in the instrument panel. • Bi-Level — Air Conditioning Outside air flows through the air condition- ing system and then through the outlets located in both the instrument panel and floor outlets. • Panel Air is directed [...]

Rear Seat Outlets These outlets are located under the fr ont seats and direct warm air to the rear seat passengers. Air is directed through these outlets when you select either the Floor , Bi-Level, or Mix modes. Rear W indow Defroster The Rear W indow Defroster button is located to the right of the Mode Control. Pr ess this button once to turn on [...]

NOTE: Do not use the recir culation mode as it will not clear windows under these conditions. Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high- quality antifreeze coolant to pr ovide proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against over heating. A 50 % concentration is recommend[...]

Operating T ips (Manual A/C Control Only) 134 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake, dir ectly in front of the wind- shield, is free of ice, slush, snow or other obstr uctions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air-intake plenum may reduce air flow and plug the plenum water drains. Air Intake UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 135 4[...]

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ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es .................... 1 4 0 ▫ Automatic T ransaxle ................... 1 4 0 ▫ Manual T ransaxle ..................... 1 4 0 ▫ Normal Starting ...................... 1 4 0 ▫ Extreme Cold W eather (Below -20 ° FO r -29 ° C ) ............................. 1 4 1 ▫ If Engine Fails T [...]

䡵 T ire Safety Information .................. 1 5 2 ▫ T ire Markings ........................ 1 5 2 ▫ T ire Identification Number (TIN) .......... 1 5 4 ▫ T ire Loading And T ire Pressur e ........... 1 5 6 䡵 Ti r e s — General Information ............... 1 6 0 ▫ T ire Pressur e ......................... 1 6 0 ▫ T ire Inflation Pres[...]

▫ Fuel Requirements .................... 1 7 5 ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel V ehicles (E-85) And Gasoline V ehicles ....... 1 7 6 ▫ Starting ............................ 1 7 6 ▫ Cruising Range ....................... 1 7 6 ▫ Replacement Parts ..................... 1 7 6 ▫ Maintenance ......................... 1 7 6 䡵 Ad[...]

ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. 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 AR[...]

W ARNING! Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury . CAUTION! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic trans- axle cannot be started this way . Unburn[...]

If Engine Fails to Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “ NORMAL ST AR TING ” or “ EXTREME COLD WEA THER ” procedur es, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded. CAUTION! T o pr[...]

W ARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 1 10-1 15 volt AC electrical cord could cause electrocution. Use the heater when temperatures below 0 ° F (-18 ° C) ar e expected to last for several days. AUTOMA TIC TRANSAXLE Brake/T ransmission Interlock This interlock system prevents you fr om moving the gear selector out[...]

CAUTION! Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed: • Shift into P ARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed. • Do not shift from REVERSE, P ARK, or NEUTRAL into any forward gear[...]

Four Speed Automatic T ransaxle The electronically contr olled transaxle provides a precise shift schedule. The transaxle electronics ar e self calibrat- ing; therefor e, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and pr eci- sion shifts will develop within a few shift cycles. Reset Mode The transaxle [...]

W ARNING! Y our vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in P (Park). Check by trying to move the gearshift lever back and forth without depressing the shift button after you have set it in P . Make sure it is in Park before leaving the vehicle. W ARNING! Never use the Park position as a substitute for the parking brake.[...]

NOTE: Using the “ 3 ” range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor - mance, fuel economy , and extend transaxle life by reduc- ing excessive shifting and heat build up. Use the “ 3 ” range when descending steep grades to prevent brake system distr ess. “ L ” Low This range should be used for max[...]

for automatic transaxle vehicles, or reverse for vehicles with manual transaxle. T o release the parking brake, apply the brake pedal and pull up on the parking brake lever . Push the release button and lower the lever fully . When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in Park, otherwise the lo[...]

BRAKE SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes as standard equipment. In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example, r epeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort r equired to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that requir ed with the power system operating.[...]

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[...]

A push-button located on the top of the steering column turns the T raction Control System ON or OFF . The system is always in the “ ON ” mode unless: • The traction control switch has been used to turn the system off; • There is a Anti-Lock Brake System malfunction; • There is a T raction Contr ol System malfunction; • The system has b[...]

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 [...]

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 = [...]

EXAMPLE: H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tir e can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions. — The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved un- der specified operating conditions. (i.e. tire pr essure, vehicle loading, road conditions and[...]

EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of T ransportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of T ransportation tir e safety standards, and is appr oved for highway use. MA = Code repr esenting the tire manufacturing location. (2 digits) L9 = Code repr esenting the tire size. (2 digits) ABCD = C[...]

Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tir e inflation pressure 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[...]

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

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer , load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with v[...]

ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 159 5[...]

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 pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory o[...]

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 tire rolling r esistance and results in higher fuel consumption. 3. Ride Comfort and V ehicle Stability ?[...]

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 are always “ cold tire inflation pr essure ” . Cold tir e inflation pressure is define[...]

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 have a serious accident. Don ’ t drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h). Radial-Ply Tires W ARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types o[...]

Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spar e wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. Do not install more than one compact spar e tire/wheel on the vehicle at any given time. CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car[...]

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 Indicat[...]

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[...]

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

TIRE CHAINS Due to limited clearance, tire chains ar e not recom- mended. CAUTION! Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are used. SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country r equire the use of snow tires during winter . Standard tir es are of the all season type and satisfy this requir ement as indicated by the M+S designation on the tire side[...]

Follow the recommended tir e rotation frequency for your type of driving found in the “ Maintenance Schedules ” Section of this manual. More fr equent rotation is permis- sible if desired. The r easons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected befor e rotating. The suggested rotation method is the “ forwar d-cross ” shown in the dia[...]

Autostick Operation The Autostick position is just below the Over drive posi- tion and is identified by the word “ AUT OSTICK ” . When you place the shift lever in the Autostick position, it can be moved from side to side. Moving the lever to the left (-) triggers a downshift and to the right (+) an upshift. The gear position will be shown in t[...]

• The transaxle will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop. • Starting out in third gear is helpful in snowy or icy conditions. • While in the Autostick mode, Speed Control will only function in third or fourth gear . Downshifting out of third gear turns of f speed control. • If the system detects powertrain overheatin[...]

Over 40 automobile manufacturers ar ound the world have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- tions (the W orld W ide Fuel Charter , WWFC) to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, engine performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer r ecommends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC specifica[...]

MMT in Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num- ber . Gasolines blended with MMT offer no performance advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number without MMT . Gasolines blended with MMT have shown to reduce spark plug life and r educe emission system performanc[...]

malfunctioning and may requir e immediate service. Contact your dealer for service assistance. • The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers are not r ecommended. Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting fr om the use of such fuels or ad[...]

FLEXIBLE FUEL — (Fleet V ehicles Only) E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve- hicles only . These vehicles can be identified by the unique fuel filler door label that states Ethanol (E-85) or Un- leaded Gasoline Only . This section only covers those subjects that are unique to these vehicles. Please r ef[...]

Observing these precautions will avoid possible har d starting and/or significant deterioration in drivability during warm up. NOTE: When the ambient temperature is above 90 ° F, you may experience hard starting and r ough idle follow- ing start up even if the above recommendations ar e followed. Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel V ehicles[...]

CAUTION! Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect driveability . ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door , on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the r eplacement cap is for use with this[...]

CAUTION! A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp to turn on. W ARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is i[...]

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 GVWR. Gross T railer W eight (GTW) The gross trailer weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables[...]

T railer Sway Control The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. W eight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the tr[...]

T railer T owing Weights (Maximum T railer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/T ransmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross T railer Wt.) Max. T ongue Wt. (See Note 1) 2.4L Automatic/ Manual 20 Sq. Ft 1000 lbs (454 kg) 1 10 lbs (50 kg) 2.7L Automatic/ Manual 20 Sq. [...]

Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer . • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Rememb[...]

Perform the maintenance listed in Section 8 of this manual. When towing a trailer , never exceed the GA WR, or GCWR, ratings. W ARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. When t[...]

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

CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity . Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear , higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. W ARNING! Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle ’ s hy- draulic brake lines. [...]

The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector . Refer to the following illustrations. T owing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away fr om heavy traffic. If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all star[...]

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 while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor - mance and extend transmission life by reducin[...]

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WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher ................. 1 9 0 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................ 1 9 0 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ............... 1 9 1 ▫ Preparations For Jacking ................ 1 9 2 䡵 Jump-Starting Procedur es If Battery Is Low ... 1 9 7 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ............[...]

HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is on top of the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. Depress the switch and both cluster indicators and all front and r ear direc- tional signals will flash. Depress the switch again to turn Hazard W arning Flashers off. Do not use this emergency warning system when the vehicle is in motion. U[...]

CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “ H ” , pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle in Park with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the “ H ” , turn the engine off immediately , and call for service[...]

Preparations for Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice or slippery areas, and set the parking brake. Place the gear selector in P ARK. • T urn on the Hazard W arning Flasher , park vehicle on firm, level surface. • Put gear shift in park (automatic transmission) or reverse (manual transmission). • Set parking brake and t[...]

1. Block wheel diagonally op- posite flat tire. 2. Remove the spare tire, scissors jack and lug wr ench from stowage. WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 193 6[...]

3. Before raising the vehicle, use lug wrench to car efully pry off wheel cover (if equipped with steel wheels) or center cap (if equipped with aluminum wheels). Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. W ARNING! T o avoid possible personal injury , handle the wheel [...]

Jack Engagement Locations WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 195 6[...]

W ARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove lug nuts and tire. 7. Mount spare tire. 8. T ighten all lug nuts on mounting studs. 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle count[...]

JUMP-ST ARTING PROCEDURES IF BA TTER Y IS LOW W ARNING! • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle 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 dis[...]

W ARNING! Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and person injury could result. 5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the jump start attach- ment of the vehicle with the discharged battery . Make sure you have a good contact on the engine. W ARN[...]

7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above sequence exactly . Be careful of the moving belts and fan. W ARNING! Any procedure other than above could result in: 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent; 2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion; 3. Damage to charging system of booster ve[...]

DRIVING ON SLIPPER Y SURF ACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati- cally to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a dif ference in the surface traction under the front (driving) wheels, particularly with high output engines. W ARNING! Rapid a[...]

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle is equipped with T raction Control, turn the system off befor e attempting to “ rock ” the vehicle. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow , it can often be moved by a rocking motion. T urn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area ar ound the front wheels. Then shift back and forth[...]

TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground) Automatic T ransaxle Y our vehicle may be towed under the following condi- tions: The gear selector must be in NEUTRAL, the distance to be towed must not exceed 15 miles (25 km), and the towing speed must not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). If the transaxle is not [...]

MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 2.4L Engine .......................... 2 0 5 䡵 2.7L Engine .......................... 2 0 6 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 2 0 7 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............................ 2 0 8 䡵 Replacement Parts ..................... 2 0 9 䡵 Dealer Service .........[...]

▫ Appearance Care And Pr otection From Corrosion ........................... 2 3 3 䡵 Fuses ............................... 2 3 7 ▫ Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) ............................ 2 3 7 ▫ Interior Fuses ........................ 2 3 8 䡵 V ehicle Storage ........................ 2 4 0 䡵 Replacement Light Bulbs ....[...]

2.4L ENGINE 2.4L Engine Compartment MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 205 7[...]

2.7L ENGINE 2.7L Engine Compartment 206 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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[...]

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 In[...]

If your OBD system is not ready , you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility . If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failur e or replacement, you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD system to update. A recheck with the above test r outine may then indicate th[...]

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 your vehicle to a competent mechanic. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance ser[...]

CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. 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 decide if any apply to you. • Day and night temperatures ar e below 32 ° F( 0 ° C) • S[...]

If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule ⬙ A ⬙ of the ⬙ Mainte- nance Schedules ⬙ section of this manual. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever comes first. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum prote[...]

Engine Oil V iscosity (SAE Grade) SAE 5W -20 and SAE 5W -30 engine oils are recom- mended for all operating temperatures. These engine oils are designed to improve low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy . Refer to the engine oil filler cap for the preferred engine oil viscosity grade for each vehicle. Lubricants which do not have both, t[...]

Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil fr om your vehicle. Used oil, indiscriminately discarded, can present a pr oblem to the environment. Contact your dealer , service station, or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil can be safely discar ded in your area. Engine Oil Fi[...]

Engine Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at the intervals shown on Schedule “ A ” . If, however , you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or sever e con- ditions, the filter element should be inspected periodi- cally and replaced if necessary at the intervals shown on Schedule “ B ” . W ARNING! [...]

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

NOTE: The battery is stored in a compartment behind the left front fender and is accessible without r emoving the tire and wheel. Remote battery terminals ar e located in the engine compartment for jump starting. T o access the battery , turn the steering wheel fully to the right and remove the inner fender shield. W ARNING! Battery posts, terminal[...]

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

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[...]

Fluid level should be maintained at the proper level indicated on the side of the reservoir . If necessary , add fluid to restor e the proper indicated level. W ith a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. Suspension Ball Joints There ar e two upper front and rea[...]

If you use a lubricant that cannot be dispensed directly into the lock cylinder , apply a small amount of the lubricant to the key . Insert the key into the lock cylinder , then proceed as described above, to distribute the lubri- cant within the lock cylinder . Pay attention to trunk hinges, especially during cold weather , to ensure ease of trunk[...]

W indshield W iper Blade Replacement • Lift the wiper arm away from the glass. • Push the release tab and slide the wiper blade assem- bly away from the wiper arm. Gently place the wiper arm on the windshield. • Install the new blade assembly onto the wiper arm tip until it locks in place. Windshield W ashers The fluid reservoir in the engine[...]

Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; or if 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 compl[...]

system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fr esh coolant. Check the front of the radiator for any accumu- lation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty , clean by gently spraying water from a gar den hose vertically down the face of the condenser . Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle r ub- ber , cracking, tears, cuts and tightnes[...]

replacement. T o prevent reducing this extended mainte- nance period, it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle. Please r eview these recommendations for using Hybrid Or ganic Addi- tive T echnology (HOA T) coolant. When adding coolant, a minimum solution of 50% rec- ommended Mopar Antifreeze/ Coolant 5 Y ear[...]

W ARNING! • The warning words “ DO NOT OPEN HOT ” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- caution. Never add coolant when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. T o prevent scalding or injury , do not remove the pressure cap w[...]

Points T o Remember NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming from the fr ont of the engine compartment. This is normally a result of moistur e from rain, snow , or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor- ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot coolant [...]

Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose routing to be sur e hoses do not touch any heat source or moving component that may cause heat damage or mechanical wear . Insure nylon tubing in these ar eas has not melted or collapsed. Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and co[...]

Insure nylon tubing in these ar eas has not melted or collapsed. NOTE: Often, fluids such as oil, power steering fluid, and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera- tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. There- fore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling ar ea is not neces- sarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of hot flui[...]

Use only manufacturer ’ s r ecommended brake fluid, refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. W ARNING! Use of a brake fluid that has a lower initial boiling point than MOP AR DOT 3 Brake Fluid or that is unidentified as to DOT FMVSS specification may result in sudden brake failure during hard or pro- longed braking. Y[...]

Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor - mance. Use only manufacturers r ecommended transmis- sion fluid, refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level [...]

• If the fluid is hot (180 ° F/8 2 ° C), the reading should be in the cross hatched ar ea marked ” HOT ” (between the upper two holes in the dipstick). • If the fluid level shows low , add sufficient transmis- sion fluid to bring to the proper level. CAUTION! Do not overfill. Dirt and water in the transaxle can cause serious damage. T o p[...]

Frequency of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless the lubricant has become contaminated with water . If con- taminated with water , the fluid should be changed im- mediately . Appearance Care And Prote[...]

• A void using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish. CAUTION! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder , 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 o[...]

Never use cleaners that contain acid, oven cleaners or any abrasive metal cleaner as they will cause perma- nent staining and/or corrosion. • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, deicer salt, etc., be sure that such materials ar e well packaged and sealed. • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider mud or ston[...]

Leather is best preserved by r egular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather surface and should be removed immediately with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar T otal Clean or equivalent. Care should be taken to avoid soaking the leather with [...]

Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instr uments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. • Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe[...]

A Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment; near the air cleaner . This information ap- plies to vehicles built without the fuse and relay num- bering embossed on the Power Distribution Center T op Cover . Interior Fuses The fuse access panel is behind the end cover at the left side of the instrument panel. T o remove the pane[...]

Cavity Fuse Circuit 6 10 Amp Red Heated Rear W indow Indica- tor 7 20 Amp Y el- low Instrument cluster illumina- tion, Park and tail Lights 8 20 Amp Y el- low Power Receptacle, Horns, Ignition, Fuel, Start 9 15 Amp Blue Power Door Lock Motors (Body Control Module) 10 20 Amp Y el- low Daytime Running Light Module (Canada) 1 1 10 Amp Red Instrument C[...]

VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for mor e than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery . Y ou may: • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery . • 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 fiv[...]

BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight Bulb Replacement 1. Open the hood and remove the two headlight mount- ing screws. 2. Remove the push-in fasteners by prying under the head of the fasteners with a flat bladed tool. MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 241 7[...]

3. Gently pry the headlight assembly away from the fender as shown in the picture. This will fr ee the ball stud from its r etainer in the fender . Pull the headlight assem- bly away from the vehicle. 4. T urn the retaining ring counterclockwise and r emove the bulb and socket assembly . 5. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. CAUT[...]

6. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. 7. Reinsert the bulb and socket assembly and turn the retaining ring clockwise to secur e the bulb. 8. Reinstall the headlight assembly . Park, T urn Signal, Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 1. Open the hood and remove the two headlight assem- bly mounting screws[...]

Fog Light Bulb Replacement 1. Remove the screw securing the light assembly to the front fascia. 2. Pull the light assembly away from the vehicle to expose the bulb and socket assembly . 3. Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb and socket assembly . 4. T urn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it fr om the housing. 5. Ins[...]

Center Stoplight Bulb Replacement 1. Open the trunk. T urn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it fr om the housing. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket, replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket assembly . Rear Light Bulb Replacement 1. Open the trunk and pull the trunk liner away to expose the wiring connector and light housing pla[...]

License Plate Bulb Replacement 1. Locate both small slots on the outboard side of the license lamp. Using a small screwdriver , remove the entire housing. 2. T urn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the housing. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Replace the bulb and snap it back into place on the housing of the chrome appliqu é . He[...]

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part 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 engine oil. SAE 5W -20 and SAE 5W -30 are recommended. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the co[...]

Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic T ransaxle 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 flu- ids. Power Steering Reservoir Mopar 威 Power Steering F[...]

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ...... 2 5 0 䡵 Maintenance Schedules .................. 2 5 0 ▫ Schedule “ B ” ........................ 2 5 3 ▫ Schedule “ A ” ........................ 2 6 3 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

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

• T axi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser - vice). 〫 • Off-r oad or desert operation. • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule B of the “ Maintenance Schedules ” s[...]

Once a Month • Check tire pr essure and look for unusual wear or damage. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as requir ed. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir , brake master cylinder , and transaxle and add as needed. • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation. • Check rubber se[...]

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[...]

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 , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* XXXXX X Inspect the front and r ear brake pads, linings, rotors, r ear drums and shoes. X Rotate the [...]

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 , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired.* XXX X X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect and check tension for power steering belt (2.[...]

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 , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* XXXXX X Inspect the front and r ear brake pads, linings, rotors, r ear drums and shoes. X Rotate [...]

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 , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* X XXX X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect and check tension for power steering be[...]

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 the automatic transmission fluid and filter . 〫 X Rotate the tires. X X X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not done at 100,000 miles. X 258 SCHEDULE “ B ” 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

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 , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* XXXXX Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect and check tension for power steering belt [...]

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 100,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) (180 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXX X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* XXX X X Inspect the front and r ear brake pads, linings, rotors, r ear drums and shoes. [...]

Miles 108,000 11 1,000 1 14,000 1 17,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) (205 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not re- placed at 3 months. XXXXX Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if neces- sary .* XXXX Replace the air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs on the 2.4 liter engine. X Replace[...]

Miles 108,000 11 1,000 1 14,000 1 17,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) (205 000) Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months, if not done at 100,000 miles. X Rotate the tires. X X * This maintenance is recommended by the manufactur e to the owner but is not requir ed to maintain the emis- sions warranty . ‡ This [...]

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 Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* X XXX X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs on [...]

Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (1 10 000) (120 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if requir ed.* XX X X X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect and check tension for power [...]

Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] [105] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if requir ed.* X XXX Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect the front an[...]

Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] [105] Replace the accessory drive belts on 2.4L engine. X Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not replaced at 60 months. X Rotate the tires. XXXX XX 266 SCHEDULE “ A ?[...]

Miles 108,000 1 14,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (200 000) (210 000) (220 000) [Months] [108] [1 14] [120] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r equired.* X X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect the front and r ear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear dr ums and shoes. X Replace the spark plu[...]

Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts. 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 y[...]

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .............................. 2 7 0 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 2 7 0 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 2 7 0 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests ............. 2 7 0 䡵 If Y ou Need Assistance .................. 2 7 0 䡵 W[...]

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 ?[...]

• If for some reason you ar e still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance. • If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you may contact the Manufacturer ’ s Customer Center . Any communication to the Manufacturer ’ s Customer Center should include the follow[...]

Service Contract Y ou may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you fr om the high cost of unex- pected repairs after your manufactur er ’ s new vehicle limited warranty expires. The manufactur er stands be- hind only the manufacturer ’ s Service Contracts. If you purchased a manufactur er ’ s Service Contract, yo[...]

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and W ashington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administra- tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer . If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may [...]

• Service Manuals. These comprehensive service manuals pr ovide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, pr oblem solving, maintaining, servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system and/or components is written in straightforw[...]

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

T emperature Grades The temperature grades ar e A (the highest), B, and C, repr esenting the tire ’ s r esistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and r educe t[...]

INDEX 10[...]

About Y our Brakes ...................... 1 4 9 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ............. 1 4 9 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ......... 2 2 4 Adding Fuel .......................... 1 7 7 Adding W asher Fluid .................... 2 2 2 Additives, Fuel ........................ 1 7 3 Aiming Headlights ...................... 2 4 6 Air Cleaner , E[...]

Shifting ............................ 1 4 5 Special Additives ..................... 2 3 2 Autostick ............................. 1 6 9 Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 7 6 Ball Joints ............................ 2 2 0 Battery ............................... 2 1 6 Emergency Starting .................... 1 9 7 Gas Caution ................[...]

Changing A Flat T ire .................... 1 9 1 Charging System Light ................... 8 4 Chart, T ire Sizing ....................... 1 5 3 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ............................... 2 0 8 Checking Y our V ehicle For Safety ............ 4 5 Child Restraint ................... 36,39,41,42 Child Restraint T [...]

Daytime Running Lights .................. 6 2 Dealer Service ......................... 2 0 9 Defroster , Rear W indow .................. 1 3 2 Defroster , W indshield ............... 46,126,131 Diagnostic System, Onboard ............... 2 0 7 Dimmer Control ........................ 5 9 Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 6 3 Dipsticks Automa[...]

Oil Synthetic ......................... 2 1 3 Overheating ......................... 1 9 0 T iming Belt .......................... 2 1 6 Engine Oil V iscosity ..................... 2 4 6 Entry System, Illuminated ................. 1 1 Exhaust Gas Caution ............... 45,174,223 Exhaust System ........................ 2 2 3 Exterior Light Service [...]

Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ................... 1 7 7 Filter .............................. 2 1 5 Gasoline ............................ 1 7 1 Gauge .............................. 8 3 Hoses .............................. 2 3 0 Light ............................... 8 8 Octane Rating ........................ 2 4 7 Requirements ..................... 171,246 T[...]

HomeLink 威 (Garage Door Opener) T ransmitter . 69 Hood Prop ............................ 5 8 Hood Release .......................... 5 8 Hoses ............................ 227,230 Illuminated Entry ........................ 1 1 Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 9 Infant Restraint ......................... 3 7 Inside Rearview Mirror ....[...]

Dimmer Switch, Headlight ............. 61,63 Engine T emperature W arning ............. 8 6 Exterior Check ........................ 4 6 F o g ........................... 62,85,244 Front Replacement .................... 2 4 3 Headlight Switch ...................... 6 1 Headlights ........................... 6 1 High Beam ........................... [...]

Schedule “ A ” ........................ 2 6 3 Schedule “ B ” ........................ 2 5 3 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . 84,208 Manual, Service ........................ 2 7 3 Mirrors ............................... 5 2 Automatic Dimming .................... 5 2 Electric Remote ....................... 5 3 Outside ............[...]

Passing Light ........................... 6 3 Pets .................................. 4 4 Placard, T ire and Loading Information ....... 1 5 6 Power Brakes ............................. 1 4 9 Door Locks .......................... 1 2 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ......... 7 6 Seats ............................... 5 6 Steering ..............[...]

Safety Checks Outside V ehicle .............. 4 6 Safety Defects, Reporting ................. 2 7 3 Safety Information, T ire .................. 1 5 2 Safety T ips ............................. 4 5 Satellite Radio ......................... 1 1 5 Satellite Radio Antenna .................. 1 1 8 Schedule, Maintenance ................... 2 5 0 Seat Be[...]

Starting .............................. 1 4 0 Cold W eather ........................ 1 4 1 Engine Fails to Start ................... 1 4 2 Starting and Operating ................... 1 4 0 Steering Power ........................... 150,219 T ilt Column .......................... 6 4 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls ......................[...]

Sizes ............................... 1 5 3 Snow T ires .......................... 1 6 8 Spinning ............................ 1 6 4 T read W ear Indicators .................. 1 6 5 T ongue W eight/T railer W eight ............. 1 8 1 T owing ......................... 178,201,202 Disabled V ehicle ...................... 2 0 1 Guide ................[...]

V anity Mirrors .......................... 5 4 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) .......... 6 V ehicle Loading ..................... 157,178 V ehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 6 V ehicle Storage ......................... 2 4 0 V ehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ......... 1 9 V inyl T rim ............................ 2 3 5 V iscos[...]

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