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    Char ger SR T8 OWNER’ S MANUAL 2008 2008 Charger SR T8 81-226-0821 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.[...]

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    VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA W ith respect to any V ehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor . DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most fr equent causes of accidents. Y our driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels f[...]

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE ............................... 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................... 7 7 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL ..................................[...]

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

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

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    INTRODUCTION 5 1[...]

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

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

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

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    ▫ T o Unlatch The T runk ................... 2 2 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm .................. 2 2 ▫ Programming Additional T ransmitters ........ 2 3 ▫ T ransmitter Battery Service ............... 2 3 ▫ General Information .................... 2 4 䡵 Remote Starting System — If Equipped ........ 2 4 ▫ How T o Use Remote Start .........[...]

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    ▫ Driver And Fr ont Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag ............ 4 8 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ............... 6 1 ▫ Child Restraint ........................ 6 3 䡵 Break-In Recommendations ................. 7 2 䡵 Safety T ips ............................ 7 3 ▫ T ransporting Passengers ................. 7 3 ▫ L[...]

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

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

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

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    Key-In-Ignition Reminder If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to r emove the key . NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position. SENTR Y KEY 姞 IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The Sentry Key 威 prevents unauthorized vehicle opera- tion by [...]

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    NOTE: • The Sentry Key 威 Immobilizer System is not compat- ible with aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting pr oblems and loss of security protection. • Exxon/Mobil SpeedPass™, additional fobs, or any other transponder-equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a fault unless t[...]

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    procedur e. This pr ocedure consists of pr ogramming a blank fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank fob is one that has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key 威 Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle fobs with you to the authorized dealer . Customer Sentry Key 姞 (Fob) Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keys 威 ,[...]

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    NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased fr om the sys- tem’s memory . This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be repr ogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an authorized dealer at the time of service to be repr o- grammed. General Informa[...]

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

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

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

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    time for this feature is pr ogrammable. For details, r efer to “T urn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock,” under “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Featur es),” under “Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4. T o lock the doors: Press and r elease the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors. The tur[...]

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    • Y ou may need to be less than 35 ft (1 1 m) fr om the vehicle when using the transmitter to turn off the Panic Alarm due to the radio fr equency noises emitted by the system. Programming Additional T ransmitters Refer to Sentry Key 威 , “Customer Sentry Key 威 (Fob) Programming.” (See page 17 for more information.) If you do not have a pr[...]

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

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    How T o Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: • Shift lever in P ARK • Doors closed • Hood closed • T runk closed • HAZARD switch off • BRAKE switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) • Ignition key removed fr om ignition switch • Battery at an acceptable charge level, and [...]

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    T o Exit REMOTE ST AR T Mode without Driving the V ehicle Allow the engine to run for the entir e 15 minute cycle. T o Exit REMOTE ST AR T Mode and Drive the V ehicle Before the end of the 15 minute cycle, pr ess and r elease the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the V ehicle Security Alarm (if equipped). Then, pri[...]

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

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

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    6. The doors wer e not pr eviously locked using the power door LOCK switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter . Automatic Door Locks Programming The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or disabled. Refer to “Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h),” under “Personal Settings (Customer Pro- grammable Features),” under “E[...]

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    Child Protection Door Lock T o provide a safer environment for small childr en riding in the rear seats, the r ear doors ar e equipped with a Child Protection Door Lock system. T o Engage the Child Protection Door Lock System 1. Open the r ear door . 2. Insert the tip of the valet key (or alike) into the child lock control and pull it upwar d. 3. R[...]

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

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    3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite r ear door . NOTE: After disengaging the Child Protection Door Lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door contr ol all the door windows. There ar e single window contr ols on each passenger [...]

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    W ARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power WINDOW switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. AUTO-Down Feature The driver door power WINDOW switch and some model passenger door power [...]

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    T o close the window part way , lift the WINDOW switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. The power WINDOW switches will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door will cancel this featur e. The time for this feature is pr ogrammable. Refer to “Delay Powe[...]

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    Reset Anytime the vehicle battery is disconnected or goes dead, the AUTO-up function will be disabled. T o reactivate the auto-up feature, perform the following steps after vehicle power is restor ed: 1. Pull the WINDOW switch up to close window com- pletely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed[...]

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    TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE The trunk lid can be r eleased from inside the vehicle by pressing the TRUNK RELEASE Button located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. NOTE: The transmission must be in P ARK before the switch will operate. The trunk lid can be r eleased from outside the vehicle by pressing the TRUNK button on the Remo[...]

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    TRUNK SAFETY W ARNING W ARNING! Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. Once in the trunk, young children may not be able to escape, even if they entered through the rear seat. If trapped in th[...]

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

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

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    Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door . Sit back and adjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap. Pulling Out Lap/Shoulder Belt 4[...]

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    3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 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[...]

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

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

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    As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position, and if you ar e taller than average you will prefer a higher position. When you r elease the anchorage try to move it up and 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. La[...]

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    The pretensioners ar e trigger ed by the Occupant Re- straint Controller (ORC). (Refer to information on Air- bags in this section). Like the front airbags, the pr eten- sioners are single use items. After a collision that is sever e enough to deploy the airbags and pretensioners, both must be replaced. Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert[...]

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

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    Seat Belts and Pregnant Women W e recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pr egnancy . Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug acr oss the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen.[...]

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

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    NOTE: The front airbags ar e certified to the Federal regulations that allow less for ceful deployment. The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have differ ent rates of inflation that are based on collision severity . W ARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to open [...]

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    If the vehicle is equipped with supplemental side curtain airbags, they are located above the side windows. Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG. NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open to allow airbag deployment. If the vehicle is equipped with supplemental front seat mounted side airbags, they are marke[...]

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    W ARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with supplemental front seat mounted side airbags, do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the seat airbags; the perfor- mance could be adversely affected and/or objects could be pushed into you, causing serious injury . • If your vehicle is equipped with supplemental front seat [...]

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    Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. 1. Childr en 12 years old and younger should ride buck- led up in the rear seat. W ARNING! Infants in rear-facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injur[...]

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    8. If your vehicle has supplemental side curtain airbags and/or supplemental front seat mounted side airbags, do not lean against the door , as the airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door . 9. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center . Pho[...]

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

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

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    separate and fold out of the way as the bags inflate to their full size. The bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 ms. This is about half of the time that it takes to blink your eyes. The bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and fr ont passenger . The driver’s front airbag gas is vented thr ough vent holes in the sides of[...]

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

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

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    process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water . For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air . If the irritation continues, see your doctor . If these particles settle on your clothing, f[...]

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

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

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

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    • T raction/stability control status • T ire Pressur e Monitoring System status (if equipped) Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time, including babies and children. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces r equir e that small children ride in pr oper r estraint systems. This is the law ,[...]

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

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

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

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    • When your child restraint is not in use, secur e it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it fr om the vehicle. Do not leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or collision, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury . LA TCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren) [...]

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    rear -seating positions, or if your child r estraints are not LA TCH-compatible, install the restraints using the vehi- cle’s seat belts. Installing the LA TCH-Compatible Child Restraint System W e urge you to follow the manufacturer’s dir ections carefully when installing your child r estraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed[...]

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    window . These tether strap anchorages are under a plastic cover with this symbol on it. Many , but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- facing toddler restraints and some r [...]

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    the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle. W ARNING! Improper installation of a child restraint to the LA TCH anchora[...]

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    webbing to retract back into the r etractor . T ighten web- bing. T o release, simply unbuckle the seat belt by de- pressing the button, allowing the webbing to r etract into the retractor . 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[...]

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    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 manufactur er’s instruc- tions. NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap. W ARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap[...]

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    The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant installed at the factory is high-quality and energy- conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under which vehicle operations will occur . The recommended viscosity and quality grades is shown in Section 7. CAUTION! Never use Non-[...]

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    Lock Y our V ehicle Always remove the key fr om the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended, even in your own driveway or garage. T ry to park your vehicle in a well-lit area and never invite theft by leaving articles of value exposed. Exhaust Gas Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than [...]

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    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 . • If you are required to drive with the trunk open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate c[...]

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    Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. Y ou should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper - able. Periodic Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Outside The V ehicle T ires Examine tires for excessive tr ead wea[...]

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    UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 M i r r o r s ............................... 8 1 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................. 8 1 ▫ Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror — If Equipped .......................... 8 2 ▫ Outside Mirrors ....................... 8 2 ▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Featur e — If Equipped .......[...]

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    ▫ Things Y ou Should Know About Y our UConnect 威 System .................... 1 0 3 ▫ General Information ................... 1 1 2 䡵 V oice Recognition System (VR) — If Equipped . . 1 12 ▫ V oice Recognition System (VR) Operation .... 1 1 2 ▫ Commands .......................... 1 1 3 ▫ V o i c e T r a i n i n g .....................[...]

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    ▫ Interior Lights ....................... 1 3 0 䡵 W indshield W ipers And W ashers ............ 1 3 2 ▫ Intermittent W iper System ............... 1 3 2 ▫ Mist Feature ......................... 1 3 3 ▫ W indshield W ashers ................... 1 3 3 ▫ Headlights On W ith W ipers (A vailable W ith Auto Headlights Only) ................. 1[...]

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    ▫ Reprogramming A Single HomeLink 威 Button ............................. 1 4 6 ▫ Security ............................ 1 4 7 ▫ T roubleshooting T ips ................... 1 4 7 ▫ General Information ................... 1 4 7 䡵 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............. 1 4 8 ▫ Opening Sunroof - Expr ess .............. 1 4 9 ▫ Closin[...]

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    MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view thr ough the r ear 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 mirr or should be adjusted whil[...]

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

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

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    Power Remote Control Mirrors The power MIRROR switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel next to the power door LOCK switch. A rotary knob selects the left mirr or , right mirror , or off position. After selecting a mirror , move the knob in the same direction you want the mirr or to move. Use the center of f position to guard against acci[...]

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    Illuminated V anity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor . T o use the mirror , rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upwar d. The light turns on automatically . Closing the mirror cover turns of f the light. HANDS-FREE COMMUNICA TION (UConnect 姞 )— IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The sales code RER radi[...]

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    NOTE: For UConnect 威 customer support, visit the following websites: • www .chrysler .com/uconnect • www .dodge.com/uconnect • www .jeep.com/uconnect • or call 1–877–855–8400 UConnect 威 allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s m[...]

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    V oice Recognition Button Actual button location may vary with radio. The individual buttons are described in the “Operation” section. The UConnect 威 system can be used with any Hands-Free Profile certified Bluetooth 威 cellular phone. See the UConnect 威 website for supported phones. If your cellu- lar phone supports a differ ent pr ofile [...]

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    • For each feature explanation in this section, only the combined form of the voice command is given. Y ou can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command when you are asked for it. For example, you can use the combined form voice com- mand ⬙ Phonebook New Entry , ⬙ or you can break the combined form command into two v[...]

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    The following are general phone to UConnect 威 system pairing instructions: • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Setup Phone Pairing. ⬙ • When prompted, after the beep, say ⬙ Pair a Phone ⬙ and follow the audible prompts. • Y ou will be asked to say a four-digit Personal [...]

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    • The system will prompt you to say the number you want to call. • For example, you can say ⬙ 234-567-8901. ⬙ The phone number that you enter must be of valid length and combination. Based on the country in which the ve- hicle was purchased, the UConnect 威 system limits the user from dialing an invalid combination of numbers. For example,[...]

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    • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Phonebook New Entry . ⬙ • When prompted, say the name of the new entry . Use of long names helps the voice recognition and it is recommended. For example, say ⬙ Robert Smith ⬙ or ⬙ Robert ⬙ instead of ⬙ Bob. ⬙ • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., ?[...]

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

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

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    List All Names in the UConnect 威 Phonebook • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Phonebook List Names. ⬙ • The UConnect 威 system will play the names of all the phonebook entries. • T o call one of the names in the list, press the “V oice Recognition” button during the p[...]

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

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    Three-W ay Calling T o initiate three-way calling, press the “V oice Recogni- tion” button while a call is in progr ess, and make a second phone call, as described under ⬙ Making a Second Call While Current Call in Pr ogr ess. ⬙ After the second call has established, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a double beep, indicating t[...]

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    • After the ignition key is switched to OFF , a call can continue on the UConnect 威 system for a certain dura- tion, after which the call is automatically transferred from the UConnect 威 system to the mobile phone. • An active call is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after the ignition key is switched to OFF . UConnect 姞 Syst[...]

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

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    certain companies, which time out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnect 威 system. V oice Mail Calling T o learn how to access your voice mail, refer to ⬙ W orking with Automated Systems. ⬙ W orking with Automated Systems This method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while[...]

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    NOTE: • Y ou may not hear all of the tones due to cellular phone network configurations; this is normal. • Some paging and voice mail systems have system time out settings that are too short and may not allow the use of this feature. Barge In - Overriding Prompts The “V oice Recognition” button can be used when you wish to skip part of a pr[...]

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    dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth 威 cellular phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system. The UConnect 威 system will work the same as if you dial the number using voice recognition. NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the UConnect 威 system to play it on the vehicle audio syste[...]

  • Page 104

    Connect or Disconnect Link Between the UConnect 威 System and Cellular Phone Y our cellular phone can be paired with many differ ent electronic devices, but can only be actively ⬙ connected ⬙ with one electronic device at a time. If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth 威 connection between a UConnect 威 paired cellular phon[...]

  • Page 105

    • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the UConnect 威 system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near (appr oximately within 30 ft (9 m) the vehicle. Delete UConnect 威 Paired Cellular Phones • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ pr[...]

  • Page 106

    • Press the “V oice Recognition” button and say the ⬙ Setup, V oice T raining ⬙ command. Repeat the words and phrases when pr ompted by the UConnect 威 system. For best results, the V oice T raining session should be completed when the vehicle is parked with the engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off. This pr[...]

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    • Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- cents, the system may not always work for some. • When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of speaking the digit string, make sure to say ⬙ Send. ⬙ • Storing names in the phon[...]

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    • Performance, such as audio clarity , echo, and loudness to a large degr ee r ely on the phone and network, and not the UConnect 威 system. • Echo at the far end can sometimes be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down. Bluetooth 威 Com[...]

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    UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 3[...]

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    108 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 3[...]

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    V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 1 10 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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

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    General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference r eceived, including interference that may cause undesir ed op- eration. VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (V[...]

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    If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists options, press the VR har d-key , listen for the beep, and say your command. Pressing the VR har d-key while the system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interr upted and you can add or change commands. This will become helpful once you start to learn the options. NO[...]

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    3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME r otary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the voice recognition system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for VR is differ ent then the audio system. Main Menu Start a dialogue by pressing the VR har d-key . Y ou may say MAIN MENU to switch to the main menu. In this mode, you can say the follow[...]

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    Satellite Radio T o switch to satellite radio mode say SA T or SA TELLITE RADIO. In this mode, you may say the following com- mands: • CHANNEL NUMBER (to change the channel by its spoken number) • NEXT CHANNEL (to select the next channel) • PREVIOUS CHANNEL (to select the previous chan- nel) • LIST CHANNEL (to hear a list of available chann[...]

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    − CONTINUE (to continue recor ding) − DELETE (to delete the recor ding) • PLA Y MEMOS (to play previously r ecorded memos) — During the playback you may press the VR har d- key to stop playing memos. Y ou continue by saying one of the following commands: − REPEA T (to repeat a memo) − NEXT (to play the next memo) − PREVIOUS (to play t[...]

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    SEA TS Power Seats The power SEA T switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor . Use this switch to move the driver’s seat up or down, forward or r earwar d, or to tilt the seat. The passenger’s seat will move up or down, forward or rearwar d. Power SEA T Switch UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 3[...]

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

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    W ARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. Lumbar Support This feature allows you to incr ease or decr ease the amount of lumbar suppo[...]

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

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    The controls for each heater ar e located near the bottom center of the instrument panel. After turning on the ignition, you can choose from High, Of f, or Low heat settings. Amber LEDs in the top portion of each switch indicate the level of heat in use. T wo LEDs will illuminate for high, one for low , and none for off. Press the switch once to se[...]

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    W ARNING! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury , medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater . It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods. Do not place anything[...]

  • Page 125

    When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by str ongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap. W ARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or pa[...]

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    Next, move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. Use the hood prop r od (if equipped) to secur e the hood in the open position. T o prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 6 in (15 cm),[...]

  • Page 127

    LIGHTS Headlight Switch The HEADLIGHT switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch contr ols the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, and fog lights. Rotate the HEADLIGHT switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument [...]

  • Page 128

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

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    Headlights On with Wipers (A vailable with Auto Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers ar e turned ON if the HEADLIGHT switch is placed in the AUTO posi- tion. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned OFF if they wer e turned ON by this feature.[...]

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

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    Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn signals, headlight beam selection, and passing lights. The lever is located on the left side of the steering column. T urn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the corresponding turn signal indicator in the instr ument cluster flashes to show proper operat[...]

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    Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to LOW beam. Flash to Pass Y ou can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will cause the headlights to turn on at h[...]

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    because a door is open. This includes the glove box light, but not the trunk light. T o restor e interior light operation, either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch. Dimmer Control The dimmer control is part of the HEADLIGHT switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel. W ith the parking lights or headlights on,[...]

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    WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND W ASHERS The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers and washer when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent past the intermittent settings for low speed wiper operation, or to the second de[...]

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    wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 23 seconds between cycles. W ARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. Y ou might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. T o avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather , warm the windshield with the de[...]

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    if the HEADLIGHT switch is placed in the AUTO posi- tion. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned OFF if they wer e turned ON by this feature. The Headlights On with W ipers feature can be enabled or disabled. Refer to ”Headlights On with W ipers,” under “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Featur es),” und[...]

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    W ARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. TIL T/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downwar d. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column[...]

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

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

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    T o Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button located on the end of the speed control lever . The indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate to show that the speed control sys- tem is ON. T o turn the system OFF , push and release the ON/OFF button again. The system and the indicator light will turn off. W ARNING! Leaving the elect[...]

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

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    The automatic transmission will downshift while climb- ing uphill or descending downhill. This downshift is necessary to maintain vehicle set speed. On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur , so it may be preferable to drive without speed contr ol. W ARNING! Speed control can be dangerous where the system can’t maintain a constant s[...]

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    Courtesy/Reading Lights At the forward end of the console ar e two courtesy/ reading lights. Press the lens to turn on the light. Pr ess it a second time to turn off the light. These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer contr ol is turned fu[...]

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    The HomeLink 威 buttons are located in the over head console, and contain one, two, or three dots/lines desig- nating the differ ent HomeLink 威 channels. NOTE: HomeLink 威 is disabled when the V ehicle Secu- rity Alarm is active. W ARNING! Y our motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal T ransceiver . Do no[...]

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    W ARNING! V ehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver . Exhaust gas can cause seri- ous injury or death. Programming HomeLink 姞 Before Y ou Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink 威 buttons, erase all channels before you begin training. T o do this,[...]

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    If the EVIC display states “DID NOT TRAIN” repeat Step 3. If the signal is too weak, replace the battery in the original hand-held transmitter . It may take up to 30 seconds, or longer , in rare cases. The garage door may open and close while you train. NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openers may requir e you to r eplace Step 3 with p[...]

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    6. Firmly pr ess and r elease the “learn” or “training” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer . NOTE: There ar e 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the “Learn” button has been pressed. 7. Return to the vehicle and pr ess the pr ogrammed HomeLink 威 button twice (holding the button for two se[...]

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    Similar to this Canadian law , some U.S. gate operators are designed to “time-out” in the same manner . It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling process to pr event possible over heating of the garage door or gate motor . If you are having dif ficulties pr ogramming a garage door opener or a gate operator , replace “Pr ogramm[...]

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    3. W ithout releasing the button, pr oceed with Program- ming HomeLink 威 Step 2 and follow all remaining steps. Security It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn in your vehicle. T o do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 seconds until the EVIC message states “CHANNELS CLEARED.” Note that all channels will b[...]

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    NOTE: The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly appr oved by the party r esponsible for compli- ance could void the user ’s authority to operate the device. The term “IC:” before the certification/r egistration num- ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifi- c[...]

  • Page 151

    W ARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power SUN- ROOF switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. • In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle wi[...]

  • Page 152

    sunroof will automatically r etract. Remove the obstruc- tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forwar d and release to Expr ess Close. Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) pr events closing, press the switch forwar d and hold for two seconds after the reversal occurs. This allows the sunr oof to move towards the c[...]

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    Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. Ignition Off Operation The power SUNROOF switch will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF . Opening either front door will cancel this featur e. The time for this feature is pr ogrammable. Refer to “Delay Power Off [...]

  • Page 154

    NOTE: If desired, the power outlet next to the ash receiver tray (if equipped) can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch in the LOCK position. The center console outlet is powered dir ectly fr om the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or pr [...]

  • Page 155

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

  • Page 156

    Rear Seat Cupholders — If Equipped The rear seat cupholders ar e located in the center armr est between the rear seats. The cupholders ar e positioned forward in the armr est and side-by-side to pr ovide convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining a resting place for the r ear occupants’ el- bows. Rear Seat Cupholders 154 UN[...]

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

  • Page 158

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

  • Page 159

    W ARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback in not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury . • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the loc[...]

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    UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel And Controls ............. 1 6 3 䡵 Premium Instr ument Cluster ............... 1 6 4 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ............ 1 6 5 䡵 Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . 174 ▫ Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) D i s p l a y s...............[...]

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    ▫ T wo T ypes Of Signals .................. 1 9 3 ▫ Electrical Disturbances .................. 1 9 4 ▫ AM Reception ....................... 1 9 4 ▫ FM Reception ........................ 1 9 4 䡵 Sales Code REN — Multimedia System — If Equipped ............................ 1 9 4 ▫ Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If Equippe[...]

  • Page 163

    ▫ Operating Instructions — Hands-Fr ee Communication (UConnect 威 ) (If Equipped) . . . 214 ▫ Clock Setting Procedur e................. 2 1 4 䡵 Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio W ith CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) ................ 2 1 7 ▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode ....... 2 1 7 ▫ Operation Instructions - CD Mode For CD And MP3[...]

  • Page 164

    ▫ Kicker 威 13-Speaker High Performance Sound System W ith Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) – If Equipped ........................... 2 3 7 ▫ Kicker 威 Mobile Surround (KMS1) 威 – If Equipped ......................... 2 3 7 䡵 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) — If Equipped ........................... 2 3 8 ▫ Connecting The iPod ?[...]

  • Page 165

    INSTRUMENT P ANEL AND CONTROLS 1 — Air Outlet 7 — Climate Control 13 — Hood Release 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — HEA TED SEA T Switch* 14 — TRUNK RELEASE Switch 3 — HAZARD Switch 9 — Power Outlet 15 — HEADLIGHT Switch 4 — Electronic Stability Pr ogram OFF Button* 10 — Ash T ray* * If Equipped 5 — Glove Box 1 1 — Storage Comp[...]

  • Page 166

    PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 164 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

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    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. T rip Odometer Button Press this button to change the display fr om odometer to either of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B” will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in [...]

  • Page 168

    7. Electr onic Thr ottle Control (ETC) Light This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check when the ignition switch is turned ON. This light will also turn on while the engine is running if ther e is a problem with the Elec- tronic Thr ottle Contr ol system. If the light comes on while the engine is running, safely bring the vehicle to a complete[...]

  • Page 169

    W ARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. Y ou or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. Y ou may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, refer to Section 7 and follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph. 9. T urn Signal Indicators [...]

  • Page 170

    12. Electr onic Stability Pr ogram (ESP)/T raction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light If this indicator light flashes during accelera- tion, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing r oad conditions, and do not switch off the ESP . (See page 284 for more information.) 13. [...]

  • Page 171

    16. Seat Belt Reminder Light This light will turn on for five to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. A chime will sound if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled during the bulb check. The Seat Belt W arning Light will flash or remain on continuously if the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled after the bulb [...]

  • Page 172

    The dual brake system provides a r eserve braking capac- ity to a portion of the hydraulic system in the event of a failure. Failur e of either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake W arning Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder drops below a specified level. The light will remain on until the[...]

  • Page 173

    the light remains on, or if the light does not turn on, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer . NOTE: The light will turn on when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the parking brake is applied. This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. (See page 281 for more inf[...]

  • Page 174

    maintain correct tir e pr essure, even if under -inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pr essur e telltale. Y our vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly . The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pr essur e [...]

  • Page 175

    23. Anti-Lock Brake Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and service is requir ed. H[...]

  • Page 176

    The MIL flashes to alert you to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs. (See page 349 for more information.) ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMA TION CENTER (EVIC) Electronic V ehicle Information Center 174 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTR[...]

  • Page 177

    The Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver -interactive display . It is located in the instrument cluster below the speedometer . V ehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttons (de- scribed in this section) are also equipped with the EVIC. The EVIC consists of the following: • System status, • V ehicle informa[...]

  • Page 178

    Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to accept a selection. The FUNCTION SELECT button also functions as a remote sound system con- trol. Refer to “Remote Sound System Contr ols” in this section. Press the SCROLL button to scroll thr ough T rip Functions, Performance Pages (if equipped), Navigation (if equipped), System Status Mes- sages, and Perso[...]

  • Page 179

    • Right Front T urn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • Right Rear T urn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • RKE Battery Low (with a single chime) • Personal Settings Not A vailable – V ehicle Not in P ARK • Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph [1.6 km/h]) • Left/Right Rear Doo[...]

  • Page 180

    • Check TPM System (with a single chime). Refer to “Starting And Operating, T ir e Section” • Check Gascap (refer to “Adding Fuel” in Section 5) • Insert Key/T urn T o Run (refer to “Remote Starting System” in Section 2) • Upshift • Stereo (if equipped with Driver -Selectable Surr ound Sound [DSS]) • V ideo Surround (if equi[...]

  • Page 181

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

  • Page 182

    • T rip B Shows the total distance traveled for T rip B since the last reset. • Elapsed T ime Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or ST AR T position. • Display Units of Measure in T o make your selection,[...]

  • Page 183

    The Performance Pages include the following features: • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) • Braking Distance • 1/8 Mile • 1/4 Mile • Instantaneous G-Force • Peak G-Force • Digital Speedometer T o access, press and release the MENU button until Performance Pages displays in the EVIC. Press the SCROLL button to cycle through the features. Pr ess th[...]

  • Page 184

    Braking Distance When selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was depressed. • This feature will only function when applying the brakes at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h). • Engaging the parking brake will disable this feature. • The word “READY” will flash when conditions ar e [...]

  • Page 185

    • The time and speed will continue to display until the FUNCTION SELECT button is pressed. • Pressing the FUNCTION SELECT button will clear the current r un and display the vehicle’s best 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) run. • T o clear the vehicle’s best 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) run, press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for five seconds. Instantaneo[...]

  • Page 186

    Compass Display The compass readings indicate the dir ection the vehicle is facing. Press and r elease the COMP ASS button to display one of eight com- pass readings and the outside temperatur e. Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually . When the vehicle is new , the comp[...]

  • Page 187

    Compass V ariance Compass V ariance is the difference between magnetic North and geographic North. In some areas of the country , the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set using the following procedur e: NOTE: Magnetic materials [...]

  • Page 188

    1. T urn the ignition switch ON. 2. Pr ess and hold the COMP ASS button for approxi- mately two seconds. 3. Pr ess the SCROLL button until “Compass V ariance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC. 4. Pr ess and r elease FUNCTION SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected accor ding to the map. 5. Pr ess a[...]

  • Page 189

    The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate an incoming call. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the UConnect 威 phone is currently in analog mode. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the UConnect 威 phone is currently r oaming. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that you have voice mail. The EVIC displays this symbol [...]

  • Page 190

    The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that a phone connection has been made. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the UConnect 威 phone is currently not avail- able. Navigation — If Equipped Navigation Display Control Press and r elease the MENU button until Navigation displays in the EVIC. When the Navigation System is On, the ste[...]

  • Page 191

    Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) – If Equipped Press and r elease the MENU button until “Surr ound Sound” displays in the EVIC. The EVIC provides infor - mation on the current surr ound mode. • Stereo • V ideo Surround • Audio Surround While in the Surround Sound menu, pr ess the FUNC- TION SELECT button to change surround modes. [...]

  • Page 192

    Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in P ARK. Press and r elease the MENU button until Personal Set- tings displays in the EVIC. Use the SCROLL button to display one of the following choices. “Language” When in this display you may select one [...]

  • Page 193

    “Remote Key Unlock” When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) UNLOCK button. When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, you must pr ess the RKE UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passenger’s doors. When All Doors 1st Press is selected, all of the doors will un[...]

  • Page 194

    NOTE: T urning the headlights on during the daytime causes the instrument panel lights to dim. T o increase the brightness, refer to “Lights” in Section 3. “Delay T urning Headlights Off” When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. T o make your[...]

  • Page 195

    “T urn-by-T urn Navigation” — If Equipped When ON is selected, the T urn-by-T urn directions will appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig- nated turn within a programmed r oute. T o make your selection, press and r elease the FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. “Display Units of Measure in” The EVIC[...]

  • Page 196

    Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They interfere very little with the fr equency variations that carry the FM signal. AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception can be disrupted by such[...]

  • Page 197

    An auxiliary input jack permits passengers to listen to a portable MP3 player through the vehicle’s speakers. For vehicles equipped with the V ehicle Entertainment System (VES) 威 , separate audio outputs allow passengers to listen to the vehicle speakers while differ ent audio tracks play through the system’s wir eless headphones. This means [...]

  • Page 198

    Clock Setting Procedure Setting the Clock 1. T urn on the multimedia system. 2. T ouch the screen where the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. T o move the hour forward, touch the screen wher e the word “Hour” with the arr ow pointing upwar d is dis- played. T o move the hour backward, touch the screen where[...]

  • Page 199

    2. T ouch the screen where the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. When this featur e is on, a check mark will appear in the box next to the words “Show T ime if Radio is Off.” T ouch the screen where the wor ds “Show T ime if Radio is Off” ar e displayed to change the curr ent setting. Changing the T ime[...]

  • Page 200

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

  • Page 201

    Phone Button (UConnect 威 Hands-Free Phone) — If Equipped Press this button to operate the Hands-Fr ee Phone (UConnect 威 ) feature (if equipped). Refer to “Hands-Fr ee Communication (UConnect 威 )” in Section 3. If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “UConnect 威 System Not A vailable?[...]

  • Page 202

    R W/FF Pressing the R W (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next fr equency in the direction of the arr ows. This featur e operates in AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies. TUNE Control T urn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counter clockwise to decr ease the frequency . Sett[...]

  • Page 203

    or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se- lected. Many radio stations do not currently br oadcast Music T ype information. T oggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following format types: Program T ype 16-Digit Character Display No program type or un- defined None Adult Hits Adlt Hit[...]

  • Page 204

    Program T ype 16-Digit Character Display T op 40 T op 40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the Music T ype icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music T ype name. The Music T ype function only operates when in the FM mode. If a preset button is activated while in the Music T[...]

  • Page 205

    • Audio Stream – Repeatedly pr essing SELECT will switch to differ ent audio languages (if supported on the disc) (if equipped). • Angle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will change the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (if equipped). NOTE: The available selections for each of the above entries varies depending upon the disc. NOTE: The[...]

  • Page 206

    Enter the four-digit country code using the TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to scr oll up and down to select the number and then push to select. Audio Language — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio language (effective only if the language is supported by the disc). Y ou can select a language not listed by scrolling down[...]

  • Page 207

    auto-play the main title. In such cases, use the MENU button on the remote contr ol to select desir ed title to play . NOTE: The user will have to set these defaults before loading a disc. If changes are made to these settings after a disc is loaded, changes will not be effective. Also, the defaults are ef fective only if the disc supports the cust[...]

  • Page 208

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

  • Page 209

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

  • Page 210

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

  • Page 211

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

  • Page 212

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

  • Page 213

    INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Pressing the INFO button r epeatedly will scr oll through the following T AG information: Song T itle, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if available). Press the INFO button once mor e to r eturn to ⬙ elapsed time ⬙ priority mode. Press and hold the INFO button for thr ee seconds or more and radio will[...]

  • Page 214

    TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press the TIME button to change the display fr om elapsed playing time to time of day . The time of day will display for five seconds. R W/FF (Auxiliary Mode) No function. SET Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. Operating Instructions — V oice Recognition System (VR) (If Equipped) For the radio, refer to “V oice Re[...]

  • Page 215

    Macrovision This product incorporates copyright pr otection technol- ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- tual property rights. Use of this copyright pr otection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only , unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engine[...]

  • Page 216

    photos from CDs or thr ough the USB port. The Gracenote database finds the artist, track, and title for the music. An auxiliary input jack permits passengers to listen to a portable MP3 player through the vehicle’s speakers. For vehicles equipped with the V ehicle Entertainment System (VES) 威 , separate audio outputs allow passengers to listen [...]

  • Page 217

    2. T ouch the screen where the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. If the wor ds “T ime: GPS T ime” are displayed at the top of the scr een, proceed to Step 4. Otherwise, pr oceed to Step 3. 3. If the wor ds “T ime: User Clock” are displayed at the top of the screen, touch the bottom of the scr een wher e th[...]

  • Page 218

    2. T ouch the screen where the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. If the wor ds “T ime: User Clock” are displayed at the top of the screen, proceed to Step 4. Otherwise, pr oceed to Step 3. 3. If the wor ds “T ime: GPS T ime” ar e displayed at the top of the screen, touch the bottom of the scr een wher e th[...]

  • Page 219

    SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLA YER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to tur[...]

  • Page 220

    to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to sear ch for the next listenable station in AM or FM frequencies, pausing for five sec[...]

  • Page 221

    2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob. 3. After adjusting the hours, pr ess the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save time change. 5. T o exit, press a[...]

  • Page 222

    Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second time and MID will display . T urn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to incr ease or decr ease the mid range tones. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display . T urn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to incr ease or decr ease the tre[...]

  • Page 223

    Program T ype 16-Digit Character Display Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R & B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious T alk Rel T alk Rock Rock Program T ype 16-Digit Character D[...]

  • Page 224

    SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between the following items: • Set Clock — Pressing the SELECT button will allow you to set the clock. T urn the TUNE/SCROLL contr ol knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to save ch[...]

  • Page 225

    DISC Button Pressing the DISC button will allow you to switch fr om AM/FM modes to Disc modes. Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. NOTE: This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), recor dable compact discs (CD-R), r ewritable com- pact[...]

  • Page 226

    CAUTION! • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs only . The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism. • Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism. • RES is a single CD player . Do not attempt to insert a second CD if one is already loaded. • Dual-media disc types (on[...]

  • Page 227

    TIME Button Press this button to change the display fr om a lar ge CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display . R W/FF Press the R W button to stop the CD at the beginning of the current CD track/title. Press and hold FF (Fast Forwar d) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is r eleased or R W or another CD button is[...]

  • Page 228

    files properly and may be unable to play the file nor - mally . UDF and Apple HFS formats ar e not supported. The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 • Maximum number of files: 255 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file names and folder names is limited. For large numbers of [...]

  • Page 229

    rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR bit rates. MPEG Specifi- cation Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit Rate (kbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, 192, 160, 128, 1 12, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 1 12, 96, [...]

  • Page 230

    LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob. Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE/SCROLL control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder (or the next folder in sequence if the selection[...]

  • Page 231

    TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press this button to change the display to time of day . The time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is OFF). Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (UConnect 威 ) (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect 威 )” in Section 3. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Eq[...]

  • Page 232

    call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at www .sirius.com, or at www .siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. Please have the following infor - mation available when calling: 1. The Electr onic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID). 2. Y our V ehicle Identification Number . Electronic Serial Number/Siriu[...]

  • Page 233

    Satellite Antenna T o ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the roof ar ound the r ooftop antenna location or strap items to the trunk lid ar ound the trunk lid antenna (if equipped). Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance. Lar ger lug- gage items such as bikes should be placed as far[...]

  • Page 234

    SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to sear ch for the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con- tinuing to the next. T o stop the search, press the SCAN button a second time. INFO Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle between Artist, Song T itle, and Composer (if available) information. Also, pressing and holding t[...]

  • Page 235

    SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the following items: • Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number . This number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the Sirius subscription. SET Button – T o Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are r eceiving a channel that you wis[...]

  • Page 236

    Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect 威 )” in Section 3. Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES™) (If Equipped) Refer to separate “V ideo Entertainment System (VES™) Guide.” SIRIUS BACKSEA T TV™ — IF EQUIPPED Satellite video uses direct satellite r ec[...]

  • Page 237

    • The LCD Screen swings up fr om the r ear of the armrest to allow the r ear seat passenger(s) to view the display . NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD scr een has been raised to its viewing position. • The touch screen radio and DVD player contr ols allow front seat operation for easy setup in the case of younger rear seat passengers. Openi[...]

  • Page 238

    • A battery-powered infrared r emote contr ol snaps into a molded compartment in the center console armrest upper storage bin. • T wo wireless infrared headsets allow r ear seat passen- gers to listen to the same or individual audio sources. Audio/V ideo RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks) on the rear of the center console enable the monitor to display video[...]

  • Page 239

    Kicker 姞 13-speaker High Performance Sound System with Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) – If Equipped Y our vehicle is equipped with a state of the art audio amplifier that provides 5.1-channel surr ound sound fr om any stereo audio sour ce. A new feature of the Kicker 威 audio system offers the ability to choose surr ound sound for any audio [...]

  • Page 240

    The KMS1 威 V ideo Surround mode activates whenever a video source is selected, unless the system is alr eady in “Audio Surround” mode. DSS modes for video sour ces are “Ster eo,” “Audio Surr ound,” and “V ideo Surround.” When in V ideo Surround mode, balance and fade are set automatically by the KMS1 威 system to provide the ulti[...]

  • Page 241

    Controlling The iPod 姞 Using Radio Buttons T o get into the UCI (iPod 威 ) mode and access a connected iPod 威 , press the AUX button on the radio faceplate. Once in the UCI (iPod 威 ) mode, the iPod 威 audio track (if available from iPod 威 ) will start playing over the vehicle audio system. Play Mode When switched to UCI mode the iPod 威 [...]

  • Page 242

    Pressing and r eleasing the FF button will go forwar d five seconds of the current track. SEEK Buttons Use the SEEK buttons to move to the previous or the next track. If the left (down) button is pressed during the first two seconds of the current track, it will go back to the previous track in the list; if you pr ess this button at any other time [...]

  • Page 243

    List or Browse Mode During Play mode, pressing any of the following buttons will take you to List mode. List mode enables you to scroll thr ough the list of menus and tracks on the iPod 威 device. TUNE/SCROLL Knob In the List mode, the TUNE/SCROLL knob functions in a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the iPod 威 . T urning the TUNE/SCROLL kno[...]

  • Page 244

    After pressing a pr eset button, you will see the list you are in on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line. T o exit the List mode without selecting a track, press the same preset button again to go back to Play mode. LIST Button Pressing the LIST button will take to the top level menu of the iPod 威 . This takes you to t[...]

  • Page 245

    V ehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttons are also equipped with the Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driver -interactive display . This is located in the instrument cluster below the speedometer . The VOLUME button controls the sound level of the sound system. Press the top of the VOLUME button to in[...]

  • Page 246

    CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE T o keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. 3. Do not apply paper , paper CD labels, or tape to the disc; avoid scratching the disc. 4. Do no[...]

  • Page 247

    Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Blower Control The rotary knob on the left contr ols the blower . The control has an OFF posi- tion and four speed settings. The blower will remain on until the con- trol is turned to the OFF position or the ignition is turned OFF . T emperature Control The rotary knob in the center contr ols air temperatu[...]

  • Page 248

    Mode Control The rotary knob on the right contr ols airflow distribution. Dots between each of the mode selections identify intermediate modes that allow the op- erator to fine-tune airflow distribu- tion. The mode settings are as follows: • Defrost Air is directed to the windshield thr ough the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also [...]

  • Page 249

    • Recirculation Contr ol The mode control knob also contr ols the recir culation featur e. Y ou can choose Bi- Level Recirculation air outlets, Panel Recir - culation air outlets, or a mix or both while in this mode. Normally , air enters from outside the vehicle. However , when in Recirculation mode air inside the vehicle is re-used. Use this mo[...]

  • Page 250

    the controls on the climate contr ol, fr om a dual sun- sensor located in the top of the instrument panel, fr om an infrared sensor located in the face of the climate contr ol, and from various sensors located thr oughout the vehicle. The controls on the climate contr ol pr ovide the system with operator input. The dual sun-sensor monitors sun load[...]

  • Page 251

    Air conditioning in this system is automatic. Pressing the air conditioning contr ol button while in AUTO mode will cause the LED in the control button to flash three times and then turn of f. This indicates that the system is in AUTO mode and r equest- ing the air conditioning is not necessary . The system will automatically control r ecir cu- lat[...]

  • Page 252

    Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features, which consist of blower pr eferr ed automatic, mode preferr ed automatic, or blower and mode pr eferred automatic. This means the operator can override the blower , the mode, or both. There is a manual blower range for times when the AUTO setting is not desired. The [...]

  • Page 253

    UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 251 4[...]

  • Page 254

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

  • Page 255

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

  • Page 256

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

  • Page 257

    Control Setting Suggestions for V arious W eather Conditions UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 255 4[...]

  • Page 258

    REAR WINDOW FEA TURES Electric Rear Window Defroster The Electric Rear W indow Defroster control is located on the climate control. Pr ess this button to turn ON the rear window defr oster and the heated outside rearview mirr ors (if equipped). An LED in the button will illuminate when the rear window defr oster is ON. The defroster automatically t[...]

  • Page 259

    ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es ..................... 2 6 1 ▫ Automatic T ransmission ................ 2 6 2 ▫ Normal Starting (T ip Start) .............. 2 6 3 ▫ Extremely Cold W eather (Below ⫺ 20°F Or ⫺ 29°C) ............................. 2 6 3 ▫ If Engine Fails T o Start ................. 2 6 4 ▫ After[...]

  • Page 260

    ▫ T raction ............................ 2 7 6 䡵 Driving Through W ater .................. 2 7 7 ▫ Flowing/Rising W ater .................. 2 7 7 ▫ Shallow Standing W ater ................. 2 7 7 䡵 Parking Brake ......................... 2 7 9 䡵 Brake System .......................... 2 8 1 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 2 [...]

  • Page 261

    ▫ L i f e O f T i r e ......................... 3 0 5 ▫ Replacement T ires ..................... 3 0 6 ▫ Alignment And Balance ................. 3 0 7 䡵 T ire Chains ........................... 3 0 7 䡵 Snow T ires ........................... 3 0 9 䡵 T ire Rotation Recommendations ............ 3 0 9 ▫ T ire Rotation — Standard T ires[...]

  • Page 262

    ▫ Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) ....... 3 2 8 ▫ Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) ......... 3 2 8 ▫ Overloading ......................... 3 2 8 ▫ Loading ............................ 3 2 9 䡵 T r a i l e r T o w i n g ......................... 3 3 0 䡵 Recreational T owing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 330 ▫ T owing This V ehicle [...]

  • Page 263

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

  • Page 264

    Automatic T ransmission The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or P ARK position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear . CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into P ARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift i[...]

  • Page 265

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

  • Page 266

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

  • Page 267

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

  • Page 268

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

  • Page 269

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

  • Page 270

    change the way it shifts to help control the condition. This may result in a slightly dif fer ent feeling or response during normal operation in DRIVE position. After the transmission cools down, it will return to normal opera- tion. Brake/T ransmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake T ransmission Shift Interlock Syste[...]

  • Page 271

    with a small flat blade screwdriver or alike. While pressing the override, move the shift lever out of the P ARK position. When complete, return the rubber tray to its original position. 5-Speed Automatic T ransmission Shifting from DRIVE to P ARK or REVERSE should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be [...]

  • Page 272

    When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the P ARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the shift lever in P ARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of P ARK. As an adde[...]

  • Page 273

    NEUTRAL In NEUTRAL, no power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are r eleased, the vehicle can be moved freely (pushed or towed). Do not engage NEUTRAL position while driving except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding (e.g., on icy roads). The engine may be started in this range. Use this range for star[...]

  • Page 274

    under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, travel- ing into strong head winds, or while towing heavy trailers, use the AutoStick 威 mode and select the “3” range. AutoStick 威 Gear Selection The AutoStick 威 feature can be selected by pr essing the shift lever to the right or the left with the lever in the DRIVE position. The gear cur[...]

  • Page 275

    Delayed Shifts in Cold T emperatures During cold temperature operation, you may notice delayed upshifts depending on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle speed. This featur e im- proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to achieve maximum efficiency . T emporary T ransmission Limp Home Mode The transmission is monitored [...]

  • Page 276

    Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. If the problem has been momentary , the transmission can be reset to r egain all forwar d gears. Permanent T ransmission Limp Home Mode Permanent Limp Home Mode will be activated if the transmission enters temporary Limp Home Mode three times. Follow the reset pr ocedur e [...]

  • Page 277

    NOTE: • In Autostick 威 mode, the transmission will only shift up and down when the driver manually moves the shift lever Right (D+) or Left (D-). • An UPSHIFT message will appear in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) portion of the in- strument cluster when using Autostick 威 . This message appears in order to alert the driver[...]

  • Page 278

    • T ransmission shifting will be more noticeable when Autostick 威 is engaged. DRIVING ON SLIPPER Y SURF ACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- pery surfaces may cause the rear wheels to pull errati- cally to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a dif fer ence in the surface traction under th[...]

  • Page 279

    DRIVING THROUGH W A TER Driving through water mor e than a few inches/ millimeters deep will requir e extra caution to ensur e safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Flowing/Rising W ater W ARNING! Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flowing water can wear away the road or path[...]

  • Page 280

    CAUTION! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- age to your vehicle’ s drivetrain components. Al- ways inspect your vehicle’ s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through standing water . Do not con- tinue to operate the vehicl[...]

  • Page 281

    P ARKING BRAKE The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle. W ARNING! Never use P ARK position on an automatic transmis- sion as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. When parking on a flat surface, pl[...]

  • Page 282

    The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. T o apply the parking brake, push the parking brake pedal down and then remove your foot fr om the pedal. T o release the parking brake, push down on the parking brake pedal and then release. The brake light in the instrument cluster will turn on when[...]

  • Page 283

    BRAKE SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability , the remaining system will still function. There will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness. This may be evident by increased pedal travel during application, gr eater pedal force r equir ed to slow or st[...]

  • Page 284

    ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- clude ice, snow , gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops. Y ou also may experience the following when the brake system goes into Anti-lock: • The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a short time after the stop[...]

  • Page 285

    All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be pr operly inflated to pr oduce accurate signals for the computer . Anti-Lock Brake Light The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys- tem. The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the A[...]

  • Page 286

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

  • Page 287

    ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau- lic brake pressur e. This pr events wheel lock-up to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. For more information about ABS, refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in Section 5. W ARNING! Th[...]

  • Page 288

    TCS (T raction Control System) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressur e is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to pr ovide enhanced acceleration and stability . BAS (Brake Assist System) This system complements the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) by optimizi[...]

  • Page 289

    ESP (Electronic Stability Program) This system enhances directional contr ol and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESP corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel. Engine power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or underste[...]

  • Page 290

    W ARNING! The ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. Only a safe,[...]

  • Page 291

    NOTE: T o improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or when starting-off in deep snow , sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off” mode by momentarily depr essing the “ESP OFF” button. Once the situation requiring “Partial Of f” mode is overcome, turn the ESP ON again by momen- tarily depre[...]

  • Page 292

    NOTE: When the ESP is switched of f a featur e of the system remains active. This featur e contr ols wheel spin across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip dif fer ential. If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other , the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel and allow more engine tor que to be applied to the wheel th[...]

  • Page 293

    Indicator Light should go out. However , if the light remains on, have the ESP and BAS checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and ESP/TCS Indicator Light The Malfunction Indicator Light for the ESP is combined with the BAS indicator . The yellow “ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light” and the ye[...]

  • Page 294

    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 Eur opean design standards. T ires designed to this standar d h[...]

  • Page 295

    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 standar ds LT = Light truck tir e based on U.S. design standards T = T emporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm) 65 = As[...]

  • Page 296

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

  • Page 297

    Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however , the date code may only be on one side. T ires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tir es as mounted on the vehicle[...]

  • Page 298

    Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tir e inflation pr essure 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: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight [...]

  • Page 299

    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 tir e inflation pressur es specified on the T ire and Loading Information placard and in the “V ehicle Loading?[...]

  • Page 300

    available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (295 kg) {(since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs (295 kg)}. 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and car go being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trail[...]

  • Page 301

    ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 299 5[...]

  • Page 302

    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 pr essure is essential to the safe and satisfactory [...]

  • Page 303

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

  • Page 304

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

  • Page 305

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

  • Page 306

    Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow , or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h). Refer to the paragraph on “Freeing A Stuck V ehicle” in Section 6. 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 [...]

  • Page 307

    These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tr ead grooves. They will appear as bands when the tr ead depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tir e should be r eplaced. Many states have laws requiring tir e r eplacement at this point. Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon var[...]

  • Page 308

    Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle pr ovide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tir e inflation pr essure. The manu- facturer str ongly r ecommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed. (Refer to the parag[...]

  • Page 309

    CAUTION! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer readings. Alignment And Balance Poor suspension alignment may result in: • Fast tire wear . • Uneven tire wear , such as feathering and one-sided wear . • V ehicle pull to right or left. T ires may also cause the vehicle to pull to th[...]

  • Page 310

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

  • Page 311

    SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country r equir e the use of snow tires during the 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 sidewall. If you need snow tires, select tir es equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tir es only in sets of[...]

  • Page 312

    Tire Rotation — Standard T ires The suggested rotation method is the “side-to-side” as shown in the following diagram. 310 ST ARTING AND OPERA TING[...]

  • Page 313

    Tire Rotation — All Season Tires The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped with all season tires is the “forwar d-cr oss” as shown in the following diagram. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) — IF EQUIPPED • The T ire Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pr essur e based on the vehicle recommended [...]

  • Page 314

    The tire pr essur e will also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and there should be no adjust- ment for this increased pr essur e. • The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pr essur e if the tire pr essur e falls below the low-pressur e warn- ing limit for any reason, including low temperatur e effects and natural pr essur e [...]

  • Page 315

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

  • Page 316

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

  • Page 317

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

  • Page 318

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

  • Page 319

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

  • Page 320

    placard pr essur e value. Once the system receives the updated tire pr essur es, the system will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flash- ing, and the T ire Pressur e Monitoring T elltale Light will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive [...]

  • Page 321

    1. Signal interfer ence due to electr onic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors. 2. Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains materials that may block radio wave signals. 3. Accumulation of snow or ice ar ound the wheels or wheel housings. 4. Using tir e chains on the vehicle. 5. Usi[...]

  • Page 322

    2. If you install the compact spar e tir e in place of a road tire that has a pr essur e below the low-pressur e warning limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, the TPM T elltale Light will remain ON and a chime will sound. In addition, the graphic in the EVIC will still display a flashing pressur e value. 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 10[...]

  • Page 323

    The tire pr essur e sensors are cover ed under one of the following licenses: United States ..................... KR5S120123 Canada ........................ 2671-S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 6.1L Engine The 6.1L Engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and pr ovide excel- lent fuel economy and performance when using high-quality premium un[...]

  • Page 324

    The manufacturer supports the use of r eformulated gaso- lines. Properly blended r eformulated gasolines will pr o- vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- ates are r equir ed i[...]

  • Page 325

    can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States. MMT is prohibited in Federal and Califor - nia reformulated gasoline. Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is requir ed to contain effective deter gent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and t[...]

  • Page 326

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

  • Page 327

    NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler cap door reinfor cement. Fuel Filler Door Gas Cap T ether Hook ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 325 5[...]

  • Page 328

    CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system. • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc- tion Indicator Light (MIL) to turn on. • T o avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do[...]

  • Page 329

    on if the gas cap is not secured pr operly . Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled. • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a “Check G[...]

  • Page 330

    • Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) rear • V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) • T ype of V ehicle • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN. Gross V ehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver , passengers, and cargo. The to[...]

  • Page 331

    Figure out the weight on the fr ont and r ear of the vehicle separately . It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and r ear axles. Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR. Loading T o load your v[...]

  • Page 332

    EXAMPLE ONL Y Front Axle Rear Axle Empty W eight 2054 lbs (932 kg) 1805 lbs (819 kg) Load (including driver , pas- sengers, and cargo) 271 lbs (123 kg) 579 lbs (263 kg) T otal 2325 lbs (1055 kg) 2384 lbs (1081 kg) GA WR 2546 lbs (1 155 kg) 2708 lbs (1228 kg) NOTE: Refer to the “V ehicle Certification Label” affixed to the rear of the driver’s[...]

  • Page 333

    WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher .................. 3 3 2 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................. 3 3 2 䡵 TIREFIT T ire Repair ..................... 3 3 3 䡵 Jump-Starting Procedur es ................. 3 3 8 䡵 Freeing A Stuck V ehicle .................. 3 4 1 䡵 T owing A Disabled V ehicle .............[...]

  • Page 334

    HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The HAZARD switch is located in the switch bank near the top center of the instrument panel. De- press the switch to activate the flashers. When activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and of f to warn oncoming traffic of an emer gency . Push the switch a second time to turn off the flashers. This is an emergen[...]

  • Page 335

    CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F (1 16°C) or greater pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range 200– 230°F (93–1 10°C). If the pointer remains at 240°F (1 16°C) or greater a[...]

  • Page 336

    The TIREFIT system is located under an access panel in the trunk. 1. Air pump hose 2. Power plug and cable 3. AIR PUMP switch 4. Pr essur e gauge 5. TIREFIT sealant bottle TIREFIT Location TIREFIT contents 334 WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES[...]

  • Page 337

    6. TIREFIT sealant hose W ARNING! • Do not attempt to repair a tire on the side of the vehicle close to traffic. Pull far enough of f the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or repairing a tire. • Cuts or punctures larger than approximately 0.16 in. (4 mm), tire damage caused by driving with extremely low tire pressure[...]

  • Page 338

    8. Pr ess the switch (3) on the air pump to I (ON). The air pump should start to inflate the tire and the tir e sealant (white fluid) will flow from the sealant bottle (5) thr ough the TIREFIT sealant hose (6) and into the tire. 9. Allow the air pump to r un for five minutes and then read the pr essur e gauge (4). If the tire inflates to 26 psi (1.[...]

  • Page 339

    19. Release the parking brake and drive the vehicle for approximately 10 minutes to ensur e optimum distribu- tion of the tire sealant within the tir e. 20. T urn on the hazard warning flashers. 21. Move the shift lever to the P ARK position, turn off the engine, and set the parking brake. 22. Disconnect the air pump hose (1) fr om the underside of[...]

  • Page 340

    NOTE: • If a pressur e of at least 19 psi (1.3 bar) cannot be maintained in the tire, the tir e is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further . Call for assistance. • Do not operate the electric air pump for more than eight minutes to avoid overheating. The air pump may be used again once it has cooled down. • Replace the [...]

  • Page 341

    NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery terminals ar e located in the engine compartment for jump-starting. 1. W ear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. 2. When boost is pr ovided by a battery in another vehicle, park th[...]

  • Page 342

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

  • Page 343

    NOTE: Refer to ⬙ Synchronizing ESP ⬙ under ⬙ Electr onic Stability Program ⬙ in Section 5 if the ESP/BAS light (in the instrument cluster) r emains on continuously after starting the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery . 8. When r emoving the jumper cables, r everse the above sequence exactly . Be careful of the moving belts a[...]

  • Page 344

    CAUTION! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- tween “1st” and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result. • Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph (55[...]

  • Page 345

    T owing This V ehicle Behind Another V ehicle (Flat T owing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) Flat towing of vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, is only permitted within the following limitations W ith The Ignition Key Y our vehicle may be towed under the following condi- tions: The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL, the distance to be[...]

  • Page 346

    If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the key must be in the ON position, not the ACC position. Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL. T owing This V ehicle Behind Another V ehicle With A T ow Dolly The manufacturer does not recommend that you tow this vehicle on a tow dolly . V ehicle damage may o[...]

  • Page 347

    MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 6.1L Engine Compartment ................ 3 4 8 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ........ 3 4 9 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap .................. 3 4 9 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............................ 3 5 0 䡵 Replacement Parts ...................... 3 5 1 䡵 Authorized Dealer[...]

  • Page 348

    ▫ Power Steering — Fluid Check ............ 3 6 2 ▫ Front And Rear Suspension Ball Joints ...... 3 6 2 ▫ Steering Linkage ...................... 3 6 3 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 3 6 3 ▫ W indshield W iper Blades ................ 3 6 3 ▫ W indshield W ashers ................... 3 6 4 ▫ Exhaust System ...................[...]

  • Page 349

    ▫ License Light ........................ 3 9 4 䡵 Fluids And Capacities ................... 3 9 5 䡵 Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts ........ 3 9 6 ▫ Engine ............................. 3 9 6 ▫ Chassis ............................ 3 9 7 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 7[...]

  • Page 350

    6.1L ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 1 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post 6 — Power Steering Fluid 2 — Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Coolant Pressur e Cap 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick 5 — Coolant Bottle 10 — W asher Fluid Bottle 348 MAINT AININ[...]

  • Page 351

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

  • Page 352

    TRIP ODOMETER button to turn of f the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the MIL. EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requir ement to pass an inspection of your vehi[...]

  • Page 353

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

  • Page 354

    AUTHORIZED DEALER SERVICE Y our authorized dealer has the qualified service person- nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner . Service manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedur e yourself. NOTE: Intentional t[...]

  • Page 355

    These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected. Engine Oil Checking Oil Level T o assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warm[...]

  • Page 356

    Change Engine Oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 mi (10 000 km) or six months, whichever occurs first. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine[...]

  • Page 357

    The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com- partment” illustration in this section. Materials Added to Engine Oil The manufacturer str ongly r ecommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dy[...]

  • Page 358

    Inspect belts for evidence of cuts, cracks, glazing, or frayed cords and r eplace if ther e is indication of damage that could result in belt failur e. Also, check belt routing to make sure ther e is no interfer ence between the belts and other engine components. See your authorized dealer for service. Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire pr operly to[...]

  • Page 359

    Fuel Filter A plugged fuel filter can cause stalling, limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting. Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank, filter replacement may be necessary . See your authorized dealer for service. Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requir es the use of unleaded fuel on[...]

  • Page 360

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

  • Page 361

    NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery terminals ar e located in the engine compartment for jump-starting. W ARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Don’t lean over a battery when attaching cl[...]

  • Page 362

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

  • Page 363

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

  • Page 364

    filter . Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the direction of airflow , which is toward the rear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the filter indicate this). Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for the recommended air conditioning filter replacement inter- vals. Power Steering — Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid[...]

  • Page 365

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

  • Page 366

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

  • Page 367

    to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace as requir ed. 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 [...]

  • Page 368

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

  • Page 369

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

  • Page 370

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

  • Page 371

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

  • Page 372

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

  • Page 373

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

  • Page 374

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

  • Page 375

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

  • Page 376

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

  • Page 377

    Fluid and Filter Changes Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for the recommended transmission fluid and filter change inter - vals. If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum tran[...]

  • Page 378

    highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami- nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or cold weather and other extr eme condi- tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protection. The following maintenance recommendations will [...]

  • Page 379

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

  • Page 380

    heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use Mopar 威 Wheel Cleaner (05066247AB) or equivalent or select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner . Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Only Mopar 威 or equivalent is recommended. Do not use oven cleaner . A void automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh b[...]

  • Page 381

    Cleaning Headlights Y our vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and ther efor e differ ent lens cleaning pr ocedures must be followed. T o minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with[...]

  • Page 382

    Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use Mopar 威 T otal Clean, a mild soap solution, or lukewarm water . Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Replace the belts if th[...]

  • Page 383

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

  • Page 384

    Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini- Fuse Description 10 30 Amp Pink — W indshield W iper 1 1 30 Amp Pink — Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) V alves 12 40 Amp Green — Radiator Fan 13 50 Amp Red — Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump Motor 14 — — — 15 50 Amp Red — Radiator Fan Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini- Fuse Description 16 — — — 17 — ?[...]

  • Page 385

    Fuses (Rear Power Distribution Center) There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spar e tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Opening The Access Panel Rear Power Distribution Center MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 7[...]

  • Page 386

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

  • Page 387

    Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini- Fuse Description 8 — 15 Amp Blue Diagnostic Link Connec- tor (DLC)/W ireless Con- trol Module (WCM)/ W ireless Ignition Node (WIN) 9 — 20 Amp Y ellow Power Outlet 10 — — — 11 * ——— 12 * ——— 13 * ——— 14 — 10 Amp Red AC Heater Control/ Cluster/Security Mod- ule - if equipped 15 — — — 1[...]

  • Page 388

    Cavity Car- tridge Fuse Mini- Fuse Description 28 — 10 Amp Red Ignition Run 29 — 5 Amp Orange Cluster/Electronic Sta- bility Program (ESP)/ Powertrain Control Module (PCM)/STOP LIGHT Switch 30 — 10 Amp Red Door Modules/Power Mirrors/Steering Con- trol Module (SCM) 31 — — — 32 — — — 33 — — — 34 — — — Cavity Car- tridge [...]

  • Page 389

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

  • Page 390

    REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights .............. W 5 W Rear Compartment (T runk) Light ............. 5 6 2 Overhead Console Reading Lights ............. 5 7 8 V isor V anity Lights ..................... A6220 Glove Box Light ......................... 1 9 4 Door Courtesy .......................[...]

  • Page 391

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

  • Page 392

    3 — Park/T urn Light Bulb 4 — Side Marker Light Bulb 390 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

  • Page 393

    CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. Backup Light, Side Marker Light, T ail/T urn Light, and T ail/Stop Light 1. Open the T runk. 2. Remove two fasteners fr om the back of the tail light assembl[...]

  • Page 394

    6. Disconnect the electrical connector . 7. Pull the tail light assembly clear fr om the vehicle to access the bulbs. 8. T urn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to r emove it fr om the tail light assembly . 1 — Backup Light Bulb 392 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

  • Page 395

    2 — Side Marker Light Bulb 3 — T ail/T urn Light Bulb MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 7[...]

  • Page 396

    9. Disconnect the bulb fr om the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly , and then turn it clockwise. 1 1. Reinstall the tail light assembly , fasteners, electrical connector , and trunk liner . 12. Close the tr unk. License Light 1. Remove the scr ews securing the l[...]

  • Page 397

    4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly . 5. Reattach the light to the r ear fascia, and then install the screws. FLUIDS AND CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (approximate) 6.1 Liter Engine 19 gal 72 l Engine Oil with Filter 6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 0W -40) 7 qts 6.6 liters Cooling System * 6.1 Liter Engine (Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/ 100,000 [...]

  • Page 398

    FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive T echnology) or equivalent Engine Oil (6.1L) For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer onl[...]

  • Page 399

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

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    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance ....... 4 0 0 䡵 Maintenance Schedule ................... 4 0 0 ▫ Severe Duty ......................... 4 0 2 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ........... 4 0 3 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

  • Page 402

    EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services, listed in bold type , must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure 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 reliabili[...]

  • Page 403

    At Each Stop for Fuel • Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Engine Oil” under “Maintenance Procedur es” in Section 7. • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if requir ed. Once a Month • Check tire pr essur e and look for unusual wear or damage. • Inspect the battery , and clean and tighten the terminals as requir ed. • Ch[...]

  • Page 404

    Severe Duty If your vehicle is operated under the Severe Duty condi- tions listed below change your engine oil and filter every 3,000 mi (5 000 km) or three months as indicated in the Maintenance Schedule. • Stop and go driving. • Driving in dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 mi (16 km). • T railer towing. • T axi, police, or[...]

  • Page 405

    Required Maintenance Intervals Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if using your vehicle under any of these severe duty condi- tions: Short trips, stop and go driving, dusty or off- road conditio[...]

  • Page 406

    Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped). 12,000 20 000 12 Inspect the rear axle fluid. 18,000 30 000 18 Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 mi (20 000 km) or 12 months[...]

  • Page 407

    Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary . 90,000 150 000 90 Flush and replace the engine coolant. 102,000 170 000 60 Replace the spark plugs. 102,000 170 000 102 Change the automatic transmission flui[...]

  • Page 408

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    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V e h i c l e .............................. 4 0 9 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 4 0 9 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 4 0 9 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests ............. 4 0 9 䡵 If Y ou Need Assistance ................... 4 0 9[...]

  • Page 410

    䡵 Publication Order Forms .................. 4 1 3 䡵 Department Of T ransportation Uniform T ir e Quality Grades ........................ 4 1 5 ▫ T readwear .......................... 4 1 5 ▫ T raction Grades ...................... 4 1 5 ▫ T emperature Grades ................... 4 1 6 408 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE[...]

  • Page 411

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

  • Page 412

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

  • Page 413

    Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) T o assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (T elecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center . Any hearing or speech impaired customer , who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the[...]

  • Page 414

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

  • Page 415

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

  • Page 416

    • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedur e Manuals ar e filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer -contr olled ve- hicle systems and features. They show exactly how to find and correct pr oblems the first time, using[...]

  • Page 417

    DEP ARTMENT OF TRANSPORT A TION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories wer e established by the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufactur er in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle. All passenger car tires must conform to F[...]

  • Page 418

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

  • Page 419

    INDEX 10[...]

  • Page 420

    About Y our Brakes .................... 279,281 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ............ 281,285 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 3 6 7 Adding Fuel ........................... 3 2 4 Adding W asher Fluid .................. 134,364 Additives, Fuel ......................... 3 2 3 Adjustable Pedals ....................... 1 3 6 Air Cleane[...]

  • Page 421

    Auto Down Power W indows ................ 3 3 Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 2 9 Auto Up Power W indows .................. 3 3 Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 8 2 Automatic Door Locks ................... 2 8 , 2 9 Automatic Headlights .................... 1 2 6 Automatic T emperature Control (A TC) ......... 2 4 7 Automatic T[...]

  • Page 422

    Brake System ........................ 281,371 Anti-Lock (ABS) .................... 281,285 Fluid Check ....................... 373,397 Hoses .............................. 3 7 2 Master Cylinder ....................... 3 7 3 Parking ............................. 2 7 9 W arning Light ..................... 169,281 Brakes ............................. [...]

  • Page 423

    Cleaning Wheels ............................. 3 7 7 W indshield W iper Blades ................. 3 6 3 Climate Control ......................... 2 4 4 C l o c k ........................ 196,199,214,218 C o i n H o l d e r ........................... 1 5 5 Cold W eather Operation ................... 2 6 3 Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 2[...]

  • Page 424

    Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 1 3 1 Daytime Running Lights ................... 1 2 8 Dealer Service .......................... 3 5 2 Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 3 7 Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 3 6 Defroster , Rear W indow ................... 2 5 6 Defroster , W indshield ................ 7 6 , 246,[...]

  • Page 425

    Emergency , In Case of Freeing V ehicle When Stuck ............... 3 4 1 Hazard W arning Flasher ................. 3 3 2 Jump Starting ......................... 3 3 8 Overheating .......................... 3 3 2 T o w i n g ............................. 3 4 2 Emergency T runk Release ................... 3 7 Emission Control System Maintenance .....[...]

  • Page 426

    Exterior Lighting ........................ 1 2 5 Exterior Lights .......................... 7 6 Filler Location Fuel ...................... 3 2 4 Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 3 5 6 Air Conditioning .................... 254,361 Engine Fuel .......................... 3 5 7 Engine Oil ........................ 355,396 Engine Oil Dispo[...]

  • Page 427

    F i l t e r ............................... 3 5 7 Gasoline ............................ 3 2 1 Gauge .............................. 1 6 5 Hoses .............................. 3 7 1 Materials Added ....................... 3 2 3 Methanol ............................ 3 2 2 Octane Rating ...................... 321,396 Requirements ......................[...]

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    Headlight W ashers ....................... 3 6 4 Headlights Automatic ........................... 1 2 6 Bulb Replacement ...................... 3 8 9 Cleaning ............................ 3 7 9 D e l a y .............................. 1 2 7 High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 1 3 0 Lights On Reminder .................... 1 2 8 On W ith W iper[...]

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    Interior Lights .......................... 1 3 0 Intermittent W ipers (Delay W ipers) ........... 1 3 2 Introduction ............................. 4 Jump Starting .......................... 3 3 8 Key , Programming ........................ 1 7 Key , Replacement ........................ 1 6 Key , Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 1 5 Key-In Re[...]

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    Engine T emperature W arning .............. 1 6 7 Exterior .............................. 7 6 F o g ............................. 128,169 Hazard W arning Flasher ................. 3 3 2 Headlight Switch ...................... 1 2 5 Headlights ........................... 1 2 5 Headlights On Reminder ................. 1 2 8 Headlights On W ith W iper[...]

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    Auto Unlock .......................... 2 9 Automatic Door ........................ 2 8 Child Protection ........................ 3 0 Door ................................ 2 6 Power Door ........................... 2 8 Low T ire Pressur e System .................. 3 1 1 Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren (LA TCH) ............................ 6 7[...]

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    Navigation Radio ........................ 2 1 3 Navigation System ....................... 2 1 3 New V ehicle Break-In Period ................ 7 2 Occupant Restraints ....................... 3 8 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............ 321,396 Odometer ............................. 1 6 5 T r i p ................................ 1 6 5 Oil, Engine [...]

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    Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™) ........ 8 5 , 213,214 Placard, T ire and Loading Information ......... 2 9 6 Port Universal Serial Bus (USB) ............. 194,213 U S B ............................. 194,213 Power Brakes .............................. 2 8 1 Deck Lid Release ....................... 3 6 Distribution Center (Fuses) ............... 3 8[...]

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    Rearview Mirrors ........................ 8 1 Reception, Radio ........................ 1 9 3 Reclining Front Seats ..................... 1 1 8 Recorder , Event Data ...................... 6 1 Recreational T owing ...................... 3 3 0 Reformulated Gasoline .................... 3 2 1 Refrigerant ............................ 3 6 1 Release, Ho[...]

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    Seat Belts .......................... 3 8 , 3 9 , 7 5 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 4 3 And Pregnant W omen ................... 4 7 Child Restraint ................... 6 3 , 6 4 , 6 5 , 7 0 Extender ............................. 4 7 Front Seat .......................... 3 9 , 4 0 Inspection ............................ 7 5 Operating [...]

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    Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage .............. 4 3 Shoulder Belts ........................... 3 9 Side Airbag ........................... 4 9 , 5 6 Side Curtain (W indow Airbag) ............... 4 9 Signals, T urn ...................... 7 6 , 129,167 Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 2 7 6 Snow Chains (T ire Chains) ................. 3 0 7[...]

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    Sunroof Maintenance ..................... 1 5 1 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 4 8 System, Navigation ...................... 2 1 3 System, Remote Starting .................... 2 4 T achometer ............................ 1 6 5 T elescoping Steering Column ............... 1 3 5 T emperature Control, Automatic (A TC) ........ 2 4 7 T[...]

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    S p i n n i n g ............................ 3 0 4 T read W ear Indicators ................... 3 0 4 T o Open Hood .......................... 1 2 3 T o w i n g ............................... 3 3 0 24-Hour T owing Assistance ................ 9 8 Behind a Motor Home .................. 3 3 0 Disabled V ehicle ....................... 3 4 2 Recreationa[...]

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    Universal T ransmitter ..................... 1 4 1 Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 3 2 1 Untwisting Procedur e, Seat Belt .............. 4 4 USB Port ........................... 194,213 V acuum/V apor Harnesses ................. 3 7 0 V a n i t y M i r r o r s ........................... 8 5 V ariance, Compass ....................... 1 8 [...]

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    W indshield Defroster ................ 7 6 , 246,252 W indshield W ashers ................ 132,133,364 F l u i d ............................... 3 6 4 W indshield W iper Blades .................. 3 6 3 W indshield W ipers ....................... 1 3 2 W iper Blade Replacement .................. 3 6 3 W i p e r , D e l a y ..........................[...]

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    INST ALLA TION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to pr ovide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained person- nel. The following must be observed during installation. The positive power[...]

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    Char ger SR T8 OWNER’ S MANUAL 2008 2008 Charger SR T8 81-226-0821 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.[...]