Chrysler 2006 Sebring Sedan manual

T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE ........................... 7 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................ 4 9 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL .................................. 8 1 5[...]

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

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

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

THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys ................. 9 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ................... 9 ▫ Automatic T ransaxle Ignition Interlock System . .10 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................ 1 0 䡵 Sentry Key — If Equipped ................ 1 1 ▫ Replacement Keys ...................[...]

▫ T o Use The Panic Alarm ................. 1 9 ▫ T o Program Additional T ransmitters ......... 1 9 ▫ General Information .................... 2 0 ▫ T ransmitter Battery Service ............... 2 1 䡵 V ehicle Theft Alarm ..................... 2 1 ▫ T amper Alert ......................... 2 2 ▫ Security System Manual Override ........[...]

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

NOTE: If you try to remove the key befor e you place the lever in P ARK, the key may become trapped tempo- rarily in the key cylinder . If this occurs, rotate the key clockwise slightly , then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system may trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable[...]

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

Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it can not be programmed to any other vehicle. At the time of purchase, the original owner is pr ovided with a four digit PIN number . This number is requir ed for dealer replace[...]

General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. this device may not cause harmful interference 2. this device must accept any interference that may be received, including interfer ence that may cause undes- ired operation ILLUMINA TED ENTRY SYSTEM The interior light[...]

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

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

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

“Child Protection” Door Lock System (Rear Doors) T o provide a safer envir onment for small children riding in the rear seat, the r ear doors of your vehicle have the “child-protection” door lock system. T o use the system, open each rear door and use a key to move the control near the door latch UP to the “Engage” position as shown on [...]

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTR Y — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors or open the trunk fr om distances up to 23 feet (7 meters) using a transmitter . Y ou don’t have to point the transmit- ter at the vehicle to activate the system. T o unlock the doors: Press and r elease the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door . [...]

T o lock the doors: The horn will chirp and the headlamps will flash once to acknowledge the lock signal. NOTE: The horn chirp can be enabled or disabled by the following procedur e: 1. Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter . 2. Continue to hold the Lock button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Unlock button[...]

2. Using a currently programmed transmitter , press the Unlock button on the transmitter . Continue to hold the Unlock button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the Panic button for at least one second. Release both buttons simultaneously . Y ou will hear a chime to signal that you can proceed with programming the n[...]

T ransmitter Battery Service The recommended r eplacement batteries are CR2016. 1. Pry the transmitter halves apart with a dime or similar object. Make sure not to damage the r ubber gasket material during removal. 2. Remove and replace the batteries. A void touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If[...]

3. The light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for 15 seconds. This shows that the system is arming. If the light comes on but does not flash, the system is still armed, but there is a pr oblem in the trunk circuit. After 15 seconds the light will continue to flash slowly . This shows that the system is fully armed. T o disarm the system[...]

W ith the ignition ON, the word “deck” will be displayed in place of the odometer display indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer display will reappear once the trunk is closed or if the trip button is depr essed. W ith the key in lock position or key out, the “deck” will be displayed until the trunk is closed. TRUNK SAFETY W ARNING[...]

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

W ind Buffeting W ind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressur e on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. Y our vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be mini- mized. If the buffeting occurs with the r ear windows open, o[...]

Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thr own from the vehicle. Seat belts r educe the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at[...]

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. 3. When the belt is long enough[...]

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

W ARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically , checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately . Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (ben[...]

Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions ar e equipped with pretensioning devices that ar e designed to remove any slack fr om the seat belts in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt system by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision. Pretension[...]

3. W ithin 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at least thr ee times within 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled. NOTE: W atch for the Seat Belt W arning Light to turn on while unbuckling and off while r e-buckling the seat belt. It may be necessary to retract the seat belt. 4. T urn off[...]

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

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

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

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

W ARNING! Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away . • When the airbag control module detects a collision requiring the airb[...]

However , if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately . • As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-pr oduct of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the s[...]

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 right [...]

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

airbag unless the airbag is turned off. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. W ARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- actly when in[...]

Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh mor e than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward-facing dir ection are for childr en who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older than one year . These child seats[...]

LA TCH-compatible child restraint systems ar e now avail- able. However , because the lower anchorages are to be introduced over a period of years, child r estraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to also have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat belts. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks fo[...]

Again, carefully follow the installation instr uctions that were pr ovided with the child restraint system. The rear seat lower anchorages ar e round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion wher e it meets the seat back, and are just visible when you lean into the r ear seat to install the child restraint. Y ou will easily feel them if you ru[...]

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

Child restraint tether strap attachment 1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat where you ar e placing the child restraint. 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head r estraint an[...]

Pets should be restrained in the r ear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secur ed by seat belts. ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDA TIONS The engine in your new vehicle does not requir e a long break-in period. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) a[...]

• T o avoid drawing exhaust gases into the vehicle, close the trunk while driving. However , if for some reason it must remain open, close all windows. Adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed. Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Inside the V ehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system peri[...]

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UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Console Features ....................... 5 2 ▫ Console Features — W ithout Heated Seats .... 5 2 ▫ Console Features — W ith Heated Seats ....... 5 3 䡵 Mirrors .............................. 5 4 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror— If Equipped ...... 5 4 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror— If[...]

▫ Automatic Headlights—If Equipped ......... 6 5 ▫ Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) ...... 6 6 ▫ Lights-On Reminder .................... 6 6 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ................ 6 6 ▫ T urn Signals .......................... 6 6 ▫ Headlight Beam Select Switch ............. 6 6 ▫ Flash T o Pass ......................... [...]

▫ V enting Sunroof - Express ................ 7 9 ▫ Sunshade Operation .................... 7 9 ▫ W ind Buffeting ........................ 7 9 ▫ Sunroof Maintenance .................... 7 9 ▫ Sunroof Fully Closed .................... 8 0 䡵 Electrical Power Outlet ................... 8 0 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 51 3[...]

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

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

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

CAUTION! T o avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror . Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Electric Remote-Control Mirrors— If Equipped Both of the outside mirrors can be adjusted by using the remote contr ols mounted on the instrument panel to the left of[...]

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

SEA TS Manual Front Seat Adjustments Forward/Rearward The adjusting bar is at the front of the seats, near the floor . Pull the bar up to move the seat to the desired position. After releasing the adjusting bar , apply forward and rearwar d body pressur e to be sure the seat is latched. Reclining Bucket Seats The recliner contr ol is on the side of[...]

Lumbar Support — If Equipped This feature allows you to incr ease or decrease the amount of lumbar support. The control lever is located on the inboard side of the driver’s seatback. T urn the control lever forwar d to increase and r earward to de- crease the desir ed amount of lumbar support. Power Seats — If Equipped The power seat switches[...]

Heated Seats — If Equipped 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 condition must exercise care when using the seat heater . It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long per[...]

Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can r educe the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the r ear . Adjust the r estraints so that the upper edge is as high as practical. T o raise, pull up on the head restraint. T o lower , depress the button on the post guide and push down on the head restraint. Folding Rear Seat T o provid[...]

W ARNING! The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position) should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion. They could be seriously injured in an accident. Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD T o open the h[...]

Use the hood prop r od to secure the hood in the open position. Place the upper end of the prop r od in the hole marked “prop” on the underside of the hood. T o prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. W ARNING! If the hood is not fully latc[...]

Dimmer Control W ith the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the dimmer contr ol for the interior lights on the Multi-Function Control Lever upwar d will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Dome Light Position Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior ligh[...]

Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped These lights are mounted between the sun visors. Each light has a push-on push-off switch. NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sur e that they have been turned off befor e leaving the vehicle. Multi-Function Control Lever The Multi-Function lever controls the oper[...]

Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights T urn the end of the Multi-Function lever to the first detent for parking light operation. T urn to the second detent for headlight operation. T o change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, turn the center portion of the lever up or down. T urning the dimmer control to the full up posit[...]

Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The headlights come on at a low intensity level whenever the ignition switch is turned on. The lights remain on until the ignition switch is turned OFF or the parking brake is engaged. The headlight switch must be used for normal night time driving. Lights-on Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on a[...]

If the headlights are turned of f before the ignition, they will turn off in the normal manner . WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND W ASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the right side control lever . T urn the end of the control lever to select the desired wiper speed. NOTE: Always remove any build-up of snow that prevents the windshield [...]

Mist Use this feature when weather conditions make occa- sional usage of the wipers necessary . Pull down and release the contr ol lever for a single wiping cycle. Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tween cycles, desirable. T urn the leve[...]

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

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL— IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device will control the thr ottle op- eration to maintain a constant vehicle speed between 30 mph (48 km/h) and 85 mph (137 km/h). The controls ar e on the steering wheel. T o Activate: Press the ON/OFF switch to turn the speed contr ol system ON. T o turn the system OFF , press the ON/OFF [...]

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

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

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

W ARNING! V ehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust while training the transceiver . Exhaust gas can cause seri- ous injury or death. W ARNING! Y our motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal T ransceiver . Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instruments And Controls ................. 8 5 䡵 Instrument Cluster Standar d ............... 8 6 䡵 Instrument Cluster Pr emium ............... 8 7 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description ............. 8 8 䡵 Compass, T emperature, And T rip Computer Display — If Equipped ................... 9 4 [...]

▫ T uning .............................. 9 9 ▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ................ 9 9 ▫ PTY (Pr ogram T ype) Button .............. 1 0 0 ▫ Balance ............................ 1 0 1 ▫ Fade .............................. 1 0 1 ▫ T one Control ........................ 1 0 1 ▫ AM/FM Selection ..................... 1 0 1 ▫ Scan Bu[...]

䡵 Sales Code RBB—AM/FM Stereo Radio W ith Cassette T ape Player And CD Changer Capability ........................... 1 0 8 ▫ Radio Operation ...................... 1 0 8 ▫ Mode Button ........................ 1 1 0 ▫ Scan Button (Radio Mode) ............... 1 1 0 ▫ Cassette Player Features ................ 1 1 0 ▫ CD Changer Control [...]

▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID) .................... 1 2 2 ▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB, RAH And RBK Radios ............................. 1 2 3 ▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP , RBU, RAZ, RB1 And RBQ Radios ..................... 1 2 3 ▫ Selecting a Channel .................... 1 2 3 ▫ Storing And S[...]

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 85 4[...]

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ST ANDARD 86 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 87 4[...]

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

4. Airbag Light The light comes on and remains on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the bulb does not come on during starting, have the bulb replaced. If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer . 5. T achometer The red ar ea of the scale shows th[...]

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

13. Engine T emperature W arning Light This light warns of an overheated engine cool- ant condition. 14. T ransmission Range Indicator This indicator illuminates to show the automatic trans- mission gear selection. An optional AutoStick Gear Indicator displays the curr ent transaxle gear when in AutoStick mode. 15. Odometer/T rip Odometer The odome[...]

If the ABS light r emains on or comes on during driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is requir ed, however , the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not on. 17. Oil Pressure Light Shows low engine oil pressur e. The l[...]

The warning light should be checked frequently to assur e that it is operating properly . T urn the ignition key to the RUN position. (Refer to “A W ord About Y our Keys, Ignition Key Removal” in this manual for an illustration of the ignition positions.) The light should come on. If the light does not come on, have the system checked by an aut[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

to give FM receivers user -friendly features, such as Program Service name (PS) and Pr ogram T ype (PTY). Program Service name is typically used by the br oad- caster to display the station’s name or call letters, for example ⬙ WNIC ⬙ . T ypically these are 8 characters in length and are displayed by the radio for those stations which are br [...]

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

Scan Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to sear ch for the next station, in either AM or FM, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. Pressing the AM/FM button continues the sear ch in the alternate frequency band. T o stop the search, pr ess SCAN a second time. T o Set The Radio Push-button Memo[...]

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

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

NOTE: • Y ou may eject a disc with the radio OFF . The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to insert a disc with the radio OFF . • If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF , the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the display will show the time of day . If you insert a disc with the ignition O[...]

MODE Press the MODE button to select between the tape player , CD player , or satellite radio (if equipped). T o select Satellite Radio (if equipped), press the MODE button until the word SIRIUS appears. The following will be displayed in this order: After three seconds, the current channel name and number will be displayed for five seconds. The cu[...]

Seek Button Press the SEEK up or down to select another track on the same disc. A SEEK symbol will appear on the display . Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Press and hold the FF button for fast forwar d. Press and hold the R W button for fast reverse. The audio output can be heard when fast forwar d and fast reverse ar e activated. Random Play (RND)[...]

SALES CODE RBB—AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE T APE PLA YER AND CD CHANGER CAP ABILITY NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Radio Operation Power/V olume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. T urn the volume control clockwise to incr ease the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the r[...]

Seek Press and r elease the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. T une Press the TUNE c[...]

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

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

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

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

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

Ti m e Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time. General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, 2. This device must accept any interference received, includi[...]

beginning of the current selection, or r eturn to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection. EJT — Eject Press the EJT button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. The unit will switch to the radio mode. If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds, it wi[...]

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

CD HOT will pause the operation. Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corr ected or another MODE is selected. An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following r easons: • Excessive vibration • Disc inserted upside down • Damaged disc • W ater condensation on optics SALE[...]

NOTE: If your vehicle is not equipped with the CD Changer option, you will not be able to use the Naviga- tion system and the CD Player simultaneously . Always remove the Navigation DVD befor e inserting another disc. 6 DISC CD CHANGER — IF EQUIPPED The CD changer is located below the radio in the instrument panel. The changer plays only 4 3 ⁄ [...]

3. Upon insertion, the CD will begin to play , and both the button light and the lights in the corner of the loading slot will illuminate. 4. Repeat the process for loading any additional CDs. The CD player will stop while additional CDs are loaded. Playing Discs The radio will show the CD number , the CD track number , and the T rack T ime Elapsed[...]

Press the top of the Seek button once to move to the next randomly selected track. Press the bottom of the Seek button to go back to the beginning of the track. Press button 4 a second time to stop random play . Program Button 5 Press this button to play the pr evious disc. Time Button Press this button to switch between time of day and CD track ti[...]

SA TELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to r eceiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius™ Satel- lite Radio. This service offers up to 100 channels of music, sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- dren, dir ectly from i[...]

ESN/SID Access W ith RBP , RBU, RAZ, RB1 and RBQ Radios W ith the ignition switch in the ACCESSOR Y position and the radio OFF , press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. All twelve ESN/SID num- bers will be displayed. The radio will exit the ESN/SID mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF , or 5 min[...]

888-539-7474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblocking. Please have your ESN/SID information available. Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pr e-set stations, you may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button memory . These satellite channel pre-set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre-se[...]

• Dense tree coverage may interr upt reception in the form of short audio mutes. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception. • Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage. REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system contr ols are located on the [...]

The left hand control is a r ocker type switch with a push-button in the center . The function of the left hand control is dif ferent depending on which mode you ar e in. The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode. Radio Operation Pressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next listenable station and pressin[...]

The button in the center of the left hand switch will cause the CD changer to play the next available disc. CASSETTE T APE AND PLA YER MAINTENANCE T o keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Do not use cassette tapes longer than C-90; otherwise, sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin[...]

4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner , cleaners, or antistatic sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatur es may become too high. NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged, oversized, or have theft [...]

CLIMA TE CONTROLS Automatic T emperature Control (A TC) — If Equipped The A TC system can maintain a steady comfort level in various weather conditions with a simple two step op- eration. Press the AUT O button and select your comfort setting. The system will automatically control comfort by varying temperature, fan speed, and Mode. Y ou also may[...]

Fan Control Use this control to r egulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. T urn the control clockwise to incr ease fan speed. In ambient temperatures below 21°C (70°F), fan opera- tion is delayed when the engine is first started. The fan will automatically start when the engine coolant is warm enough to heat th[...]

NOTE: The compressor will not engage until the engine has been running for several seconds. Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the com- pressor is on. This is a normal occurr ence since the compressor will cycle on and of f to maintain comfort and improve fuel economy . Recirculate Button Press this button to r ecirculate t[...]

Bi-Level Air is directed thr ough both the panel and floor outlets. This mode is not recommended when heat is requir ed in very cold temperatures. NOTE: There is a varying dif ference in temperatur e between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer air goes to the floor outlets. This feature provides impr oved comfort during sunny [...]

maintain a clear windshield and provide suf ficient heat- ing. If side window fogging becomes a problem, incr ease blower speed. The compressor will r emain on during these conditions. NOTE: Do not use the recir culated air mode under these conditions as window fogging may occur . Hot W eather Automatic Recirculation The system will automatically r[...]

Operating T ips (A TC only) 134 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

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

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

NOTE: Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and under mild, humid condi- tions cause windows to fog. Use of this mode for longer than 15 minutes is not recommended. • Panel — Air Conditioning Outside air flows through the air condition- ing system and then through the outlets located in the instrument panel. ?[...]

• Defrost Air is directed thr ough the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this mode with maximum fan and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting. NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost modes even if the Air Conditioning is not selected. This dehumidifies the air to help dry t[...]

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

Operating T ips (Manual A/C Control Only) 140 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake, dir ectly in front of the wind- shield, is free of ice, slush, snow or other obstr uctions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air-intake plenum may reduce air flow and plug the plenum water drains. Air Intake UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 141 4[...]

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ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es .................... 1 4 6 ▫ Automatic T ransaxle ................... 1 4 6 ▫ Normal Starting ...................... 1 4 6 ▫ Extreme Cold W eather (Below -20°F Or -29°C) ................. 1 4 7 ▫ If Engine Fails T o Start ................. 1 4 8 ▫ After Starting ................[...]

䡵 T ire Safety Information .................. 1 5 8 ▫ T ire Markings ........................ 1 5 8 ▫ T ire Identification Number (TIN) .......... 1 6 2 ▫ T ire Loading And T ire Pressur e ........... 1 6 3 䡵 T ires—General Information ............... 1 6 7 ▫ T ire Pressur e ......................... 1 6 7 ▫ T ire Inflation Pressur [...]

▫ Fuel Requirements .................... 1 8 2 ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel V ehicles (E-85) And Gasoline V ehicles ....... 1 8 2 ▫ Starting ............................ 1 8 2 ▫ Cruising Range ....................... 1 8 2 ▫ Replacement Parts ..................... 1 8 3 ▫ Maintenance ......................... 1 8 3 䡵 Ad[...]

ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. CAUTION! Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds can cause excessive exhaust tempera- tures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running. W AR[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

T o release the parking brake, apply the brake pedal and pull up on the parking brake lever . Push the release button and lower the lever fully . When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in Park, otherwise the load on the transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector [...]

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

During stops where ABS is activated, a vibration of the brake pedal may be felt and associated system noises may be heard. W ARNING! Pumping of the brake pedal will diminish the effec- tiveness of Anti-lock brakes and may lead to an accident. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer . Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow do[...]

POWER STEERING The power assisted steering system of your vehicle provides mechanical steering capability in the event power assist is lost. If for some reason the hydraulic pr essure is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these conditions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort. TRACTION CONTROL ?[...]

• The system has been automatically deactivated to prevent damage to the brake system due to over heated brake temperatures. NOTE: Extended heavy use of T raction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the traction control light located in the instr ument cluster . This is to prevent over heating of the brake system and is a norma[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2. Economy— Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tir e tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tr ead life resulting in a need for earlier tire r eplacement. Underinflation also increases tir e rolling r esistance and results in higher fuel consumption. 3. Ride Comfort and V ehicle Stability?[...]

CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressur es specified on the placard ar e always “cold tire inflation pr essure”. Cold tir e inflation pressure is defined as[...]

W ARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. Y ou could have a serious accident. Don’t drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h). Radial-Ply Tires W ARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of [...]

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

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

Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: • Driving style • T ire pressur e • Distance driven W ARNING! T ires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. Y ou could lose con[...]

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

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

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

Y ou can shift in or out of the autostick mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. If you choose the Overdrive mode, the transaxle will operate automatically; shifting between the four available gears. When you wish to engage autostick, simply move the autostick lever to the AUTOSTICK position. The trans- axle will remai[...]

• If the system detects a problem it will disable the Autostick mode and the transaxle will return to the automatic mode until the problem is corr ected. FUEL REQUIREMENTS Y our vehicle is designed to meet all emis- sion regulations and pr ovide excellent fuel economy when using high quality regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87. [...]

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

conditions and would result in additional cost. Ther efore you should not have to add anything to the fuel. Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law . Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance, or damage the emission control syste[...]

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

Fuel Requirements Y our vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of these two. For best results, a r efueling pattern that alternates be- tween E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be avoided. When you do switch fuels, it is recommended that • you do not switch when the fuel gauge indic[...]

Replacement Parts Many components in your Flexible Fuel V ehicle (FFV) are designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sur e that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- patible parts. CAUTION! Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol compatible components can damage your vehicle. Maintenance If you operate the vehicle usi[...]

NOTE: T ighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. The Malfunction Indicator Light will come on if the gas cap is not properly secur ed. Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled. NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fue[...]

VEHICLE LOADING V ehicle Loading Capacities Front Seat Occupants ....................... 2 Rear Seat Occupants ........................ 3 Luggage ...................... 1 1 5 l b s . ( 5 2 k g ) Rated V ehicle Capacity ........... 8 6 5 l b s . ( 3 9 2 k g ) TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the t[...]

Gross Combination W eight Rating (GCWR) The gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. (Note that GCWR ratings in- clude a 68 kg (150 lbs) allowance for the presence of a driver). Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) The GA WR is the maximum capacity of the front and [...]

W eight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing hitch includes a receiver attached to the tow vehicle, plus a removable hitch head and spring bar assembly that fits into the receiver opening and hook up brackets that connect the spring bars to the trailer frame. T railer Hitch Classification The following chart provides the industry standar d for [...]

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

T railer and T ongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer . This places 10% to 15% of the Gross T railer W eight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of vehic[...]

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

• V ehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in P for Park. W ith a manual transmission, shift the transmission into reverse. Always, block or ⬙ chock ⬙ the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be exceeded. • T otal weight must be[...]

T owing Requirements — T railer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer . This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury . − An electronically actuated trailer brake contr oller is requir ed when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes. Wh[...]

T owing Requirements — T railer Lights & W iring Whenever you pull a trailer , regar dless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are r equired for motoring safety . The T railer T ow Package may includ ea4a n d7p i n wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector . NOTE: Do not cut or splice wi[...]

T owing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away fr om heavy traffic. If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage. T owing T ips — Automatic T ransmission The “D” range can be selected when towing. Ho[...]

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

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WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher ................. 1 9 8 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................ 1 9 8 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ............... 2 0 0 ▫ Preparations For Jacking ................ 2 0 0 䡵 Jump-Starting Procedur es If Battery Is Low ... 2 0 5 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ............[...]

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

NOTE: There ar e steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat. Y ou can also turn the T emperature control to maximum heat, the Mode contr ol to floor , and the fan control[...]

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING W ARNING! • Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Y ou could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a s[...]

1. Block wheel diagonally op- posite flat tire. 2. Remove the spare tire, scissors jack and lug wr ench from stowage. WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 201 6[...]

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

Jack Engagement Locations WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 203 6[...]

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

JUMP-ST ARTING PROCEDURES IF BA TTER Y IS LOW W ARNING! • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle cannot be started this way . Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a dis[...]

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

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

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

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

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

MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 2.4L Engine .......................... 2 1 3 䡵 2.7L Engine .......................... 2 1 4 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 2 1 5 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............................ 2 1 6 䡵 Replacement Parts ..................... 2 1 7 䡵 Dealer Service .........[...]

▫ Appearance Care And Pr otection From Corrosion ........................... 2 4 1 䡵 Fuses ............................... 2 4 5 ▫ Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) .............. 2 4 5 ▫ Interior Fuses ........................ 2 4 6 䡵 V ehicle Storage ........................ 2 4 8 䡵 Replacement Light Bulbs ................ 2[...]

2.4L ENGINE 2.4L Engine Compartment MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 213 7[...]

2.7L ENGINE 2.7L Engine Compartment 214 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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

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

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

W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance ser[...]

CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the following list to decide if any apply to you. • Day and night temperatures ar e below 32° F (0° C) • Sto[...]

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

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

Engine Oil Filter Selection All manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type dispos- able oil filter . Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality of replacement filters varies considerably . Only high quality filters should be used to assure most ef ficient service. Mopar Engine Oil Filters are high quality oil filters and are r ecomm[...]

W ARNING! The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury [...]

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

the tire and wheel. Remote battery terminals ar e located in the engine compartment for jump starting. T o access the battery , turn the steering wheel fully to the right and remove the inner fender shield. W ARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories con- tain lead and lead compounds. W ash hands after handling. Battery fluid is a co[...]

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

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

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

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

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

Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; have a competent mechanic inspect the compl[...]

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 radiator for any accumu- lation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty , clean by [...]

Adding Coolant Y our vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This coolant can be used up to 5 Y ears or 100,000 miles before replacement. T o prevent reducing this extended mainte- nance period, it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle. Please r evie[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

• If the fluid is hot (180°F / 82°C), the reading should be in the cross hatched ar ea marked ”HOT” (between the upper two holes in the dipstick). • If the fluid level shows low , add sufficient transmis- sion fluid to bring to the proper level. CAUTION! Do not overfill. Dirt and water in the transaxle can cause serious damage. T o preven[...]

the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless the lubricant has become contaminated with water . If con- taminated with water , the fluid should be changed im- mediately . Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion V ehicle body care requir ements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usag[...]

• A void using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish. CAUTION! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder , which will scratch metal and painted surfaces. Special Care • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose o[...]

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

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

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

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

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

VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for mor e than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery . Y ou may: • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery . • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, r un the air conditioning system at idle for about fiv[...]

BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight Bulb Replacement 1. Open the hood and remove the two headlight mount- ing screws. 2. Remove the push-in fasteners by prying under the head of the fasteners with a flat bladed tool. MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 249 7[...]

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

7. Reinsert the bulb and socket assembly and turn the retaining ring clockwise to secur e the bulb. 8. Reinstall the headlight assembly . Park, T urn Signal, Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 1. Open the hood and remove the two headlight assem- bly mounting screws. Pull the headlight assembly away from the vehicle. 2. T urn the bulb socket counterclockwi[...]

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

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

4. Reinstall the light housing and reconnect the wiring connector . Push the trunk liner back into place. License Plate Bulb Replacement 1. Locate both small slots on the outboard side of the license lamp. Using a small screwdriver , remove the entire housing. 2. T urn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the housing. Pull the bulb ou[...]

FLUIDS AND CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (approximate) 2.4 and 2.7 Liter Engines (87 Octane) 16 Gallons 61 Liters Engine Oil-W ith Filter 2.4 and 2.7 Liter Engines (Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade) 5 qts. 4.7 Liters Cooling System * 2.4 Liter Engines* (Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalen[...]

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive T echnology) or equivalent. Engine Oil Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 5W -20 and SAE 5W -30 are recommended. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the co[...]

Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic T ransaxle Mopar 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar 威 DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake flu- ids. Power Steering Reservoir Mopar 威 Power Steering F[...]

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ...... 2 6 0 䡵 Maintenance Schedules .................. 2 6 0 ▫ Schedule “B” ........................ 2 6 3 ▫ Schedule “A” ........................ 2 7 2 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

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

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

At Each Stop for Fuel • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will impr ove the accu- racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark. • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if requir ed.[...]

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

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* XXXXX X Inspect the front and r ear brake pads, linings, rotors, r ear drums and shoes. X Rotate the [...]

Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired.* XXX X X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect and check tension for power steering belt (2.[...]

Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000 (Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* XXXXX X Inspect the front and r ear brake pads, linings, rotors, r ear drums and shoes. X Rotate [...]

Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (1 15 000) (120 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if neces- sary .* XX X X X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect and check tension for power steering [...]

Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* XXXXX Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect and check tension for power steering belt [...]

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

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

* This maintenance is recommended by the manufactur e to the owner but is not requir ed to maintain the emis- sions warranty . ‡ This maintenance is not requir ed if previously replaced. Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts. SCHEDULE “B” 271 8 M A I N T E N A N C[...]

SCHEDULE “A” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) (60 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X XXXXX Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* X XXX X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs on 2.[...]

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

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

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

Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts. W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take y[...]

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .............................. 2 7 8 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 2 7 8 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 2 7 8 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests ............. 2 7 8 䡵 If Y ou Need Assistance .................. 2 7 8 䡵 W[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

INDEX 10[...]

About Y our Brakes ...................... 1 5 5 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ............. 1 5 5 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ......... 2 3 3 Adding Fuel .......................... 1 8 3 Adding W asher Fluid .................... 2 3 0 Additives, Fuel ........................ 1 7 9 Aiming Headlights ...................... 2 5 4 Air Cleaner , E[...]

Selection Of Lubricant ............... 239,257 Shifting ............................ 1 5 1 Special Additives ..................... 2 4 0 Autostick ............................. 1 7 6 Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 8 0 Ball Joints ............................ 2 2 8 Battery ............................... 2 2 4 Emergency Starting ........[...]

Chains, T ire ........................... 1 7 5 Changing A Flat T ire .................... 2 0 0 Charging System Light ................... 8 9 Chart, T ire Sizing ....................... 1 6 0 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) .............. 2 1 6 Checking Y our V ehicle For Safety ............ 4 6 Child Restraint ...................[...]

Cruise Light ........................... 8 8 Customer Assistance .................... 2 7 8 Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .......... 6 3 Daytime Running Lights .................. 6 6 Dealer Service ......................... 2 1 7 Defroster , Rear W indow .................. 1 3 8 Defroster , W indshield ............... 47,132,138 Diagnostic Sy[...]

O i l .......................... 218,255,256 Oil Change Interval ................... 2 1 9 Oil Selection ...................... 220,255 Oil Synthetic ......................... 2 2 1 Overheating ......................... 1 9 8 T iming Belt .......................... 2 2 4 Engine Oil V iscosity ..................... 2 5 5 Entry System, Illuminated ..[...]

Fuel ................................. 1 7 8 Adding ............................. 1 8 3 Additives ........................... 1 7 9 Clean Air ........................... 1 7 8 Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ................... 1 8 3 Filter .............................. 2 2 3 Gasoline ............................ 1 7 8 Gauge .............................. 8 [...]

Heated Seats ........................... 5 9 Heater ............................ 129,135 Heater , Engine Block .................... 1 4 8 Hitches T railer T owing ....................... 1 8 7 HomeLink 威 (Garage Door Opener) T ransmitter ............................ 7 3 Hood Latch Maintenance ................. 2 2 8 Hood Prop ....................[...]

Latches Hood ............................ 61,228 Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 1 7 8 Leaks, Fluid ............................ 4 7 Life of T ires ........................... 1 7 3 Lights .............................. 47,62 Airbag ........................ 36,38,47,89 Anti-Lock ............................ 9 1 Automatic Headlights ......[...]

Locks Central .............................. 1 5 Child Protection ....................... 1 7 Cylinder ............................ 2 2 8 Cylinder Maintenance .................. 2 2 8 Door ............................... 1 3 Ignition .............................. 9 Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren (LA TCH) .............................. 4 2 [...]

Filter Disposal ....................... 2 2 1 Identification Logo .................... 2 2 0 Materials Added to .................... 2 2 1 Pressur e Gauge ....................... 9 2 Quality ............................. 2 2 0 Recommendation .................. 220,255 Synthetic ........................... 2 2 1 V iscosity ......................... [...]

Radio, Satellite ......................... 1 2 2 Radio (Sound Systems) .............. 99,108,1 13 Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 6 0 Rear W indow Defroster .................. 1 3 8 Rearview Mirrors ........................ 5 4 Reformulated Gasoline ................... 1 7 8 Refrigerant ............................ 2 2 7 Reminder , Light[...]

Rear Folding ......................... 6 0 Reclining ............................ 5 7 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............... 2 1 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......... 232,256 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................. 9 , 1 1 Service Assistance ...................... 2 7 8 Service Contract ........................ 2 8 0 Service Engine S[...]

T ire and Loading Information Placard ....... 1 6 3 T ire Identification Number (TIN) ........... 1 6 2 T ire Markings ......................... 1 5 8 T ire Safety Information ................... 1 5 8 T i r e s ........................... 47,167,283 Aging (Life of T ires) ................... 1 7 3 Air Pressur e ......................... 1 6 7 Alig[...]

Overdrive ........................... 1 5 2 Selection of Lubricant .................. 2 3 9 T ransmission Range Indicator ....................... 9 1 T ransmission .................... See T ransaxle T ransmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) ................... 2 1 T ransmitter , Garage Door Opener (HomeLink 威 ) ........................[...]

W indows .............................. 2 4 Power .............................. 2 4 W indshield W ashers ................... 67,230 W indshield W iper Blades ................. 2 3 0 W indshield W ipers ................. 65,67,229 W iper Blade Replacement ................. 2 3 0 W ipers, Intermittent ...................... 6 8 W ood T rim Cleaning [...]