Dodge 2005 Stratus Sedan manual

T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE ........................... 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................ 5 1 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL .................................. 8 3 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 ▫ Partial Zero Emission V ehicle (PZEV) For 2.4L — If Equipped .......................... 7 䡵 V ehicle Modifications / Alterati[...]

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[...]

Partial Zero Emission V ehicle (PZEV) for 2.4L — If Equipped NOTE: If the 8th digit of the vehicle identification number (VIN) contains a ⬙ J ⬙ then your vehicle is equipped with the Partial Zero Emissions V ehicle (PZEV) package. NOTE: There ar e specific instructions regar ding when to change the ignition cables and spark plugs with the PZE[...]

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THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys ................. 1 1 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ................... 1 1 ▫ Automatic T ransaxle Ignition Interlock System . .12 ▫ Manual T ransaxle ...................... 1 2 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................ 1 2 䡵 Sentry Key — If Equipped ........[...]

▫ Panic Alarm .......................... 2 1 ▫ T o Use The Panic Alarm ................. 2 1 ▫ T o Program Additional T ransmitters ......... 2 1 ▫ General Information .................... 2 1 ▫ T ransmitter Battery Service ............... 2 2 䡵 V ehicle Theft Alarm ..................... 2 3 ▫ T amper Alert ......................... 2[...]

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 [...]

ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service. W ARNING! Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger- ous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, b[...]

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 [...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The window controls on the driver ’ s door operate all windows. The driver ’ s window switch has an Auto Down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, r elease, and the window will go down automatically . T o open the window part way , pull the window switch part way and release it when you want the window to stop. W ind Buffeting W in[...]

W ARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- led up. Y ou can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly . Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver [...]

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

W ARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly . The lap portion could ride too high on your body , possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing [...]

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

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the driver and front passenger seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downwar d to position the belt away from your neck. Push the lever above the webbing upward to r elease the anchorage, and then move it up or down to the position that serves you best. As a guide, if you are shorter than ave[...]

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

NOTE: Although the Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt W arning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver ’ s seat belt remains unbuckled. Seat Belts and Pregnant Women W e recommend that pr egnant women use the seat belts throughout their pr egnancy . Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep t[...]

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

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

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

Airbag System Components The front airbag system consists of the following: • Airbag Control Module • 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 a[...]

The airbag control module also turns on the AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on, then turns the light off. If it detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the light either momentarily or continuously . W ARNING! Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument panel could mean [...]

If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra- sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and right front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction r ope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or [...]

Side Airbag System The airbag control module determines if a side collision is severe enough to r equire the airbag to inflate. The contr ol module receives the level of collision severity fr om the side impact sensors. The airbag control module will not detect rollover or r ear impacts. The side impact SRS Airbags are designed to activate only in [...]

Airbag Light Y ou will want to have the airbags ready for your pr otec- tion in an impact. While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: • The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first tu[...]

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

Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint: • Before buying any r estraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. W e also recommend that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it befor e you buy it. • The restraint[...]

Children T oo Large For Booster Seats Children who ar e large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably , and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seat back, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. • The lap portion should be l[...]

share a common lower anchorage. If you ar e installing LA TCH-compatible child restraints in adjacent r ear seat- ing positions, you can use the LA TCH anchors or the vehicle ’ s seat belt for the outboard position, but you must use the vehicle ’ s seat belt at the center position. If your child restraints ar e not LA TCH-compatible, you can on[...]

means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- facing toddler restraints and some r ear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap. Y ou will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so [...]

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

3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child r estraint manufacturer ’ s instruc- tions. W ARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the [...]

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

Defrosters Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. Y ou should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. Periodic Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Outside the V ehicle T ires Examine tires for excessive tr ead wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other object[...]

UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Console Features ....................... 5 4 ▫ Console Features — W ithout Heated Seats .... 5 4 ▫ Console Features — W ith Heated Seats ....... 5 5 䡵 Mirrors .............................. 5 6 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped ...... 5 6 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — [...]

▫ Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) ...... 6 7 ▫ Lights-On Reminder .................... 6 7 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ................ 6 7 ▫ T urn Signals .......................... 6 7 ▫ Headlight Beam Select Switch ............. 6 7 ▫ Flash T o Pass ......................... 6 7 ▫ Headlight T ime Delay ................... 6 7[...]

▫ Sunshade Operation .................... 8 0 ▫ W ind Buffeting ........................ 8 0 ▫ Sunroof Maintenance .................... 8 0 ▫ Sunroof Fully Closed .................... 8 1 䡵 Electrical Power Outlet ................... 8 1 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 53 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 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 Features — With Heated Seats The front console has two cup holders. An optional removable ashtray may be located in the driver ’ s side cup holder . The center console/armrest has a pencil /tir e gage holder and a tissue holder mounted on the underside of the cover . The bottom of the console bin also has built in holders for compact di[...]

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

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

Outside Mirror — 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! [...]

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 switch[...]

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[...]

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

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 control 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 position als[...]

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 e[...]

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 ch[...]

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

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

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 button on the garage door opener head unit. This will activate the “ training ” light. NOTE: After completing step 2, you have 30 seconds to start step 3. 3. Return t[...]

Reprogramming A Single Button 1. Press and hold the Universal T ransceiver button to be repr ogrammed. Do not release until step 4 has been completed. 2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds) position the hand held transmitter one to three inches away fr om the button to be trained. 3. Press and hold the hand held trans[...]

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[...]

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UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instruments And Controls ................. 8 7 䡵 Instrument Cluster ...................... 8 8 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description ............. 8 9 䡵 Compass, T emperature, And T rip Computer Display — If Equipped ................... 9 5 ▫ Control Buttons ....................... 9 5 ▫ T r[...]

▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ............... 1 0 0 ▫ PTY (Program T ype) Button .............. 1 0 1 ▫ Balance ............................ 1 0 2 ▫ Fade .............................. 1 0 2 ▫ T one Control ........................ 1 0 2 ▫ AM/FM Selection ..................... 1 0 2 ▫ Scan Button ......................... 1 0 2 ▫ T o Se[...]

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 1 ▫ CD Changer Contro[...]

▫ CD Player — Single Disc In Radio ......... 1 2 3 ▫ CD Player — 6 Disc CD Changer .......... 1 2 3 䡵 Cassette T ape And Player Maintenance ...... 1 2 3 䡵 Compact Disc Maintenance ............... 1 2 4 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ....... 1 2 5 䡵 Climate Controls ...................... 1 2 5 ▫ Automatic T emperature Contr[...]

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 87 4[...]

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 88 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

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

5. T achometer The red ar ea of the scale shows the maximum permissible engine revolutions-per -minute (rpm x 1000) for each gear range. Before r eaching the red ar ea (over 6,500 rpm), ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine over speed. 6. T urn Signal Indicators The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior turn signal, when using the tu[...]

through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not requir e towing. The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs. 1 [...]

An optional AutoStick Gear Indicator displays the curr ent transaxle gear when in AutoStick mode. 16. Odometer/T rip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven. U.S. federal regulations r equire that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been [...]

the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not on. 18. Oil Pressur e Light Shows low engine oil pressur e. The light will come on and remain on briefly when the igni- tion is turned on as a bulb check. If the bulb does not come on during starting, have the bulb repair ed promptly . If th[...]

The light will also come on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition in the RUN position. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is on. It does not show the degree of brake application. In an ABS equipped vehicle, the Brake System W arning light will come on if the ABS light is not functioning or if the ABS system is not comm[...]

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[...]

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 fr om the clock setting mode. Or , it will exit the mode automatically if left alone for 5 or 6 seconds. RADIO GENERAL INFORMA TION Ra[...]

SALES CODE RAZ — AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE T APE PLA YER, CD PLA YER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS 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. Power Switch, V olume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. T urn t[...]

which are br oadcasting this information. PTY (Pr ogram T ype) is used to characterize the station ’ s program ma- terial, for example ⬙ Rock Music ⬙ . PTY (Program T ype) Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn of f. Pressing the PTY b[...]

The radio display will flash “ SEEK ” and the selected PTY program type when sear ching for the next PTY station. If no station is found with the selected PTY pr ogram type, the radio will return to the last pr eset station. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program T ype) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tun[...]

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 Memory When you are r eceiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory , press the SET button. SET 1 will show in the display window . Select the push-button you wish to lock [...]

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 again or the end of the tape is reached. At the end of the tape, the tape will play in the opposite direction. Rewind (RW) Press the R W button momentarily to reverse the tape direction. The[...]

light in the display will go off when the Dolby System is off. The Dolby System is automatically r eactivated each time a tape is inserted. * ” Dolby ” noise reduction manufactur ed under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Labo- ratories Licensing Corporation. Operating I[...]

Seek Button Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the button to r eturn to the beginning of the current selection, or r eturn to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection. EJT CD (Eject) Button Press this button and the disc will unload [...]

current channel name and number will then be displayed until an action occurs. A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode. T ape CD Button Press this button to select between CD player and T ape player . Time Button Press this button to change the display fr om elapsed CD playing time to time of day . Scan Button Press [...]

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

NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Electronic V olume Control The electronic volume contr ol turns continuously (360 degrees) in either dir ection without stopping. T urning the volume control to the right incr eases the volume and to the left decrease[...]

stations to be locked into push-button memory . The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a preset button is used a corr esponding button number will be displayed. Audio The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BAL- ANCE, and F ADE. Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed. Press t[...]

Cassette Player Features W ith ignition OFF and the sound system OFF , you can eject the tape cassette by pushing the EJECT button. Y ou can turn the tape player ON by inserting a cassette or activating the MODE button (with a cassette in the radio), but only when the ignition and radio are on. Each time a cassette is inserted the tape player will [...]

When Dolby is ON, the NR symbol appears on the display . Each time a tape is inserted the Dolby will turn ON. * “ Dolby ” noise reduction manufactur ed under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Labo- ratories Licensing Corporation. CD Changer Control Capability — If Equi[...]

Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner ’ s Manual. CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough r oad, the CD player may skip momentarily . Skipping will not damage the disc or the player , and play will resume automatically . As a safeguard and to pr otect your CD [...]

NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Seek Press and r elease the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up or the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station unt[...]

Press the AUDIO button a second time and TREB will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to incr ease or decrease the T r eble tones. Press the AUDIO 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 [...]

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

Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press the RND (button 4) button a second time to stop Random Play . Mode Press the MODE button r epeatedly to select between the CD player , the optional remote CD changer and the Satellite Radio (if equipped). When Satellite Radio (if equipped) is selected “ SA T ” will appear [...]

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

6 DISC CD CHANGER — IF EQUIPPED The CD changer is located below the radio in the instrument panel. The changer plays only 4 3 ⁄ 4 inch (12 cm) discs. The changer holds up to 6 discs. Each disc is loaded and ejected through a single slot in fr ont of the changer . Each disc has a numbered button with an amber light above it which, when illuminat[...]

Playing Discs The radio will show the CD number , the CD track number , and the T rack T ime Elapsed while the radio is in the CD mode. If more than one CD is loaded in the changer , the changer will automatically play the next disc after playing the last track of the current disc. Seek Button Press the top of this button on the radio once to play [...]

Time Button Press this button to switch between time of day and CD track time. Changing Modes While in the radio mode, if a cassette is loaded, press the Mode button to switch to the tape mode. If a CD is loaded, press the Mode button to select the CD mode. If neither a tape nor CD is loaded, the radio will ignore the command. • Inserting either [...]

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

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

deposits each time a cassette is played. The result of deposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap around and become lodged in the tape transport. The other adverse condition is low or “ muddy ” sound from one or both channels, as if the treble tone contr ol were turned all the way down. T o prevent this, you should periodically cl[...]

considering disc player service. Y ou may have a problem with CD-R (recor dable) and CD-R W (recordable and writable) disks. RADIO OPERA TION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the operation of a cellular phone in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy perfor- mance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by reloca[...]

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

lower it. The comfort setting range is from Low , 60, 61,....to 89,90, Hi, for automatic temperature contr ol. Y ou can select a very hot or cold comfort setting by holding the comfort control until it r eaches its highest or lowest levels. The system adjusts to bring the interior temperature to the desired comfort level. All comfort settings are a[...]

Air Direction Buttons (Mode) These buttons allow you to select from five air distribu- tion patterns. These buttons should be used only when you can not achieve comfort or visibility in Auto opera- tion. A symbol in the display window will show which mode is operating. Panel Air is directed thr ough the outlets in the instru- ment panel. These outl[...]

NOTE: The air conditioning compressor is on in this mode. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the wind- shield. T o improve fuel economy , leave in the defrost mode only when necessary . Rear W indow Defroster Press the button once to turn on the Rear W indow Defroster and a second time to turn it of f. An indicator light in the control shows tha[...]

Side W indow Demisters Side window demisters are located on the instr ument panel. These non adjustable outlets direct air towar d the side windows in any mode except Panel or Panel Recir- culation. The air is directed towar d the area of the side windows through which you view the outside r earview mirrors. Rear Seat Outlets These outlets are loca[...]

Operating T ips (A TC only) UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 131 4[...]

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

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

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

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

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 recommended. W inter Operation The blower air will heat faster in cold weather if you use only the low[...]

Operating T ips (Manual A/C Control Only) UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 137 4[...]

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 138 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es .................... 1 4 2 ▫ Automatic T ransaxle ................... 1 4 2 ▫ Manual T ransaxle ..................... 1 4 2 ▫ Normal Starting ...................... 1 4 2 ▫ Extreme Cold W eather (Below -20 ° F Or -29 ° C) . 144 ▫ If Engine Fails T o Start ................. 1 4 4[...]

▫ T ire Markings ........................ 1 5 4 ▫ T ire Identification Number (TIN) .......... 1 5 8 ▫ T ire Loading And T ire Pressur e ........... 1 5 9 䡵 Ti r e s — General Information ............... 1 6 3 ▫ T ire Pressur e ......................... 1 6 3 ▫ T ire Inflation Pressur es ................. 1 6 4 ▫ Radial-Ply T ires .[...]

䡵 Flexible Fuel – (2.7L Engines W ith Automatic T ransmission Only) ..................... 1 8 0 ▫ E-85 General Information ................ 1 8 0 ▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) .................... 1 8 0 ▫ Fuel Requirements .................... 1 8 1 ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil ................. 1 8 1 ▫ Starting ............................ 1 8 [...]

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[...]

Extreme Cold Weather (below -20 ° Fo r- 2 9 ° C) T o insure r eliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater and battery blanket heater package (available from your dealer) is recommended. If Engine Fails to Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “ NORMAL ST AR TING ” [...]

After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. At cooler ambient temperatures, the idle speed for the 2.7L engine may incr ease during extended idles for improved heater performance. BA TTER Y AND ENGINE BLOCK HEA TERS — If EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold [...]

W ARNING! Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is run- ning. Before exiting a vehicle you should shift the transmission into Park, remove the key from the ignition, and apply the park brake. Once the key is removed from the ignition the tr[...]

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

NOTE: Even if the transaxle can be reset, it is r ecom- mended that you visit a dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Y our dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could r ecur . If the transaxle cannot be reset, dealer service is r equired. Gear Ranges For Four Speed Automatic T ransaxle DO NOT race the engine when shif[...]

“ D ” Overdrive This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides smoothest up shifts and down shifts and best fuel economy . When frequent transaxle shifting occurs while using the Overdrive range, such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, travel- ing into strong head winds, or [...]

P ARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the ignition on, the brake light in the instrument cluster will come on. NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is on. It does not show the degree of brake application. Before leaving the vehicle, make sur e that the parking brake is set. T o set the parking brake, pull up firmly on [...]

W ARNING! • Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan- gerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake or the gear selector . Don ’ t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. • Be sure the parking[...]

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — If Equipped The ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “ pumps ” the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock-up. All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and tires must be pr operly inflated to produce ac[...]

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[...]

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

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 Milimeters (mm) 65 = A[...]

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[...]

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 for passenger cars is listed on either the face of the driver ’ s door or the driver ’ s side “ B ” pillar . For vehicles other than passenger cars, the cold tire inflation pr essures ar e listed on either the “ B ” pillar , the Certif[...]

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 the V ehicle Loading section[...]

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 [...]

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 tire inflation pr essure is define[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPED Autostick is a driver-interactive transaxle that of fers manual gear shifting capability to provide you with mor e control. Autostick allows you to maximize engine brak- ing, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system can also provide you with mor e control during pa[...]

Autostick General Information • The transaxle will automatically upshift from first to second gear and from second to thir d gear when engine speed reaches about 6300 RPM. • Downshifts from thir d to second gear above 66 mph (106 km/h) and from second to first gear above 37 mph (60 km/h) will be ignored. • Y ou can start out in first, second,[...]

Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as har d starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience these symptoms, try another brand of “ regular ” gasoline be- fore considering service for the vehicle. Over 40 automobile manufacturers ar ound the world have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- tions (the W orld W ide Fu[...]

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

Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting fr om the use of such fuels or additives are not the responsibility of the manufactur er . NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Carbon Monoxide W arnings W ARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is dead[...]

CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. CAUTION! T o avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “ top off ” the fuel tank after filling. NOTE: T ighten the gas cap until you hear a “ c[...]

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

• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. • Remember that everything put in or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. T owing Requirements • The maximum trailer load is 1,000 lbs (450 kg). • The maximum frontal ar ea of the trailer cannot exceed 20 square feet (1.86 squar e meters). • If usi[...]

NOTE: Check the automatic transaxle fluid level before towing. Fluid discoloration, or a burnt odor , shows the need for a transmission fluid and filter change. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Autostick. By using the Autostick modes, and selecting a specific gear range, frequent shifting can be avoided. The highest gear range should be selected th[...]

W ARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury . Never have any smok- ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the tank. Do not use E-85 as a cleaning agent and never use it near an open flame. Fuel Requirements Y our vehicle will operate on both[...]

This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). W e only recommend API Certified en- gine oils that meet the requir e- ments of DaimlerChrysler ’ s Mate- rial Standard MS-9214. Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-9214. The manufacturer str ongly recommends against the ad- dition[...]

Starting The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0 ° F (-18 ° C). In the range of 0 ° Ft o3 2 ° F (-18 ° Ct o0 ° C), you may experience an increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and a deterioration in drivability (sags and/or hesita- tions) until the engine is fully war[...]

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WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher ................. 1 8 6 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................ 1 8 6 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ............... 1 8 8 ▫ Preparations For Jacking ................ 1 8 8 䡵 Jump-Starting Procedur es If Battery Is Low ... 1 9 3 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[...]

the fan control to High. This allows the heater cor e to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “ H ” , pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle in Park with the air conditioner turned o[...]

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 tir e, scissors jack and lug wrench from stowage. WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 189 6[...]

3. Before raising the vehicle, use lug wr ench to carefully 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 191 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 tir e. 8. T ighten all lug nuts on mounting studs. 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle coun[...]

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[...]

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 vehicle or of immobilized vehicle. W ARNING! Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid[...]

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[...]

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

MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 2.4L Engine .......................... 2 0 1 䡵 2.7L Engine .......................... 2 0 2 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 2 0 3 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............................ 2 0 4 䡵 Replacement Parts ..................... 2 0 5 䡵 Dealer Service .........[...]

▫ Appearance Care And Pr otection From Corrosion ........................... 2 3 0 䡵 Fuses ............................... 2 3 5 ▫ Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) . 235 ▫ Interior Fuses ........................ 2 3 5 䡵 V ehicle Storage ........................ 2 3 7 䡵 Replacement Light Bulbs ................ 2 3 8 䡵 Bulb R[...]

2.4L ENGINE 2.4L Engine Compartment MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 201 7[...]

2.7L ENGINE 2.7L Engine Compartment 202 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Materials Added T o Engine Oils The manufacturer str ongly recommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered pr oduct and it ’ s performance may be impaired by supplemental addi- tives. Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of use[...]

replaced if ther e is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug. Check the specifications section for the proper type of spark plug for use in your vehicle. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at the intervals shown on Schedule “ A ” . If, however , you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or s[...]

CAUTION! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor- mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly . Contin- ued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the co[...]

Crankcase Emission Control System Proper operation of this system depends on fr eedom from sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle mileage builds up, the Positive Crankshaft V entilation (PCV) valve and passages may accumulate deposits. If a valve is not working properly , replace it with a new valve. DO NOT A TTEMPT TO CLEAN THE OLD PCV V[...]

W ARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories con- tain lead and lead compounds. W ash hands after handling. Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don ’ t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don ’ t lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on[...]

through the condenser as r equired. Fabric fr ont fascia protectors may r educe air flow to the condenser , reducing air conditioning performance. W ARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Ot[...]

W ARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only manufacturer recommended power steering fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. Fluid level should be maintained[...]

underhood services, the hood latch, r elease mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. Hood Latch When performing other under hood services, the hood latch release mechanism and safety catch should be inspected, cleaned, and lubricated. It is important to maintain proper lubrication to insur e that the hood mechanisms work proper[...]

Smooth White Body Lubricant - Such as Mopar Spray White Lube: • Hood hinge springs and links • Lock cylinders • Parking brake mechanism • T runk latches • Ash tray Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner . This will remov[...]

W ARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. 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 sou[...]

W ARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. T o avoid breathing CO, fol- low the preceding safety tips. Cooling System Inspection W ARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- connect the fan motor[...]

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 accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. Clean the radiator by [...]

If the solution is dirty and contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner . Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Used automotive antifreeze is a r ecyclable commodity . Discard or r ecycle as facilities exist in your area. Selection Of Coolant Use only the manufac[...]

Adding Coolant When adding coolant, or refilling the system, a minimum solution of 50% recommended HOA T ethylene glycol engine coolant (antifreeze) and distilled water should be used. Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below ⫺ 34 ° F( ⫺ 37 ° C) are anticipated. Please note that it is the owner ’ s responsibility [...]

Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring pr oper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community . Do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. Pr event ingestion [...]

• Check coolant freeze point in the system. • If frequent coolant additions ar e requir ed, or if the level in the bottle does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system should be pressur e tested for leaks. • Maintain coolant concentration at 50% HOA T ethylene glycol engine coolant (minimum) and distilled water for proper corr osion[...]

W ARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear , and possible brake damage. Y ou may not have your full braking capacity in an emergency . Brake and Power Steering System Hoses When ser[...]

Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services, or immediately if the brake system warning lamp shows system failure. Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder ar ea before removing the cap. If necessary , fill brake fluid reservoir to the top of the fill mark chevron. W ith disc b[...]

Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid as seal damage will result! Fuel System Hoses Electronic Fuel Injection high pr essure fuel systems are designed with hoses and clamps which have unique material characteristics to provide adequate sealing and resist attack by deteriorated gasoline. Y ou are ur ged to use only manufac[...]

Procedure For Checking Fluid Level The fluid level in the automatic transaxle should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with an improper fluid level will gr eatly reduce the life of the transaxle and of the fluid. T o properly check the automatic transaxle fluid level, the following procedur e must be used: • The vehicle must [...]

• Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, or trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. NOTE: Refer to Section 8 of this manual for mainte- nance schedules. If the transaxle is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. Special Additives The manufact[...]

What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the r esult of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings fr om your vehicle. The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. • Stone and gravel impact. • Insects, tree sap and tar . • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial poll[...]

• Use Mopar touch up paint on scratches or chips as soon as possible. Y our dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and pr otective coating have your vehicle repair ed as soon as possible. The cost of such repairs is consider ed the r[...]

Y ou should not increase the gloss level, especially on top of the instrument panel top surface. Higher gloss levels will increase the r eflectivity in the windshield that could decrease visibility under bright light driving conditions. W ARNING! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in clos[...]

Never use an abrasive type cleaner . Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows equipped with electric defrosters. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instr u- ments which may scratch the elements. Instrument Panel Cover The instrument panel cover has a low glar e surface which minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not use protectants or ot[...]

FUSES Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) 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[...]

The identity of each fuse is indicated on the backside of the cover . Cavity Fuse Circuit 1 30 Amp Green Blower Motor 2 10 Amp Red Right High Beam Head- light, High Beam Indica- tor 3 10 Amp Red Left High Beam Head- light 4 15 Amp Blue Power Door Lock Switch Illumination, T ransmis- sion Range Switch, Day- time Running Light Mod- ule (Canada), Powe[...]

Cavity Fuse Circuit 1 1 10 Amp Red Instrument Cluster , T ransmission Control, Park/Neutral Switch, Body Control Module 12 10 Amp Red Left Low beam Headlight 13 20 Amp Y ellow Right Low Beam Head- light, Fog Light Switch 14 10 Amp Red Radio 15 10 Amp Red T urn Signal and Hazard Flashers, W iper Switch, Seat Belt Control Module, W iper Relays, Rear [...]

REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number ABS Lamp ........................... P C 1 6 1 Instrument Cluster ..................... P C 1 9 4 Fog Light Indicator ..................... P C 1 6 1 Dome Light ............................ 5 7 8 Front Reading/Map Lights .................. 9 0 6 T runk Light ............................ 5[...]

2. Remove the push-in fasteners by prying under the head of the fasteners with a flat bladed tool. 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. MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 239 7[...]

4. T urn the retaining ring counter clockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly . 5. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. 6. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. 7. Reins[...]

2. T urn the bulb socket counterclockwise and r emove the bulb and socket assembly . 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket, replace the bulb, and reinstall the bulb and socket to the headlight assembly . Reinstall the headlight assembly . Fog Light Bulb Replacement 1. Remove the screw securing the light assembly to the front fascia. 2. Pull the light [...]

4. T urn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it fr om the housing. 5. Install the new bulb and socket assembly , reattach the wiring connector , and reinstall the fog light assembly . 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 o[...]

Rear Light Bulb Replacement 1. Open the trunk and pull the trunk liner away to expose the wiring connector and light housing plastic retainers. 2. Disconnect the wiring connector and remove the plas- tic retainers. Remove the light housing fr om the vehicle. 3. T urn the bulb socket counterclockwise to r emove it from the housing. Remove and r epla[...]

Headlight Aiming The headlights on your new vehicle were aimed at the factory . The factory setting was made at a no load setting. A great increase in weight will change the aiming and it may be necessary to readjust the headlights if carrying an excessive amount of weight in the trunk, r ear seats or pulling a trailer . T o readjust the headlights[...]

RECOMMENDED 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) Engine Oil Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 5W -20 and SAE 5W -30 are r ecommended. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the corr[...]

Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic T ransaxle Mopar 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar 威 Brake Fluid DOT 3 Motor V ehicle. Power Steering Reservoir Mopar 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Steering Gear & Linkage, Ball Joints, Prop Shafts & Y okes, Wheel Bearings Mopar ?[...]

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ...... 2 4 8 䡵 Partial Zero Emissions V ehicle (PZEV) For 2.4L — If Equipped .......................... 2 4 8 䡵 Maintenance Schedules .................. 2 4 9 ▫ Schedule “ B ” ........................ 2 5 2 ▫ Schedule “ A ” ........................ 2 6 2 8 M A [...]

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

NOTE: There ar e specific instructions regar ding when to change the ignition cables and spark plugs with the PZEV package in this section. This applies to both maintenance schedule A and B and will be marked with an ** or ***. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There ar e two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle. First is Sched[...]

Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi- tions. Where time and mileage ar e listed, follow the interval that occurs first. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6 months or 6,000 miles, whichever comes first. CAUTION! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. At [...]

At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter . • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the brake linings, hoses and calipers. • Inspect the CV joints and front and r ear suspension components. • Check the automatic transmission fluid level. • Check the brake master cylinder fluid level. • Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamp[...]

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

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) (29 000) 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) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) (53 000) (58 000) 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) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000) 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) (91 000) (96 000) (101 000) (106 000) (110 000) (1 15 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not re- placed at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if neces- sary .* X XXX 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) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000) 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) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000) 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 Replace the spark plugs on the 2.4 liter en- gine. *** X Replace the ignition ca[...]

Miles 108,000 1 1 1,000 1 14,000 1 17,000 120,000 123,000 (Kilometers) (174 000) (179 000) (183 000) (188 000) (193 000) (198 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* XXXX X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs on the 2.4 lite[...]

Miles 126,000 129,000 132,000 135,000 138,000 141,000 (Kilometers) (203 000) (208 000) (212 000) (217 000) (222 000) (227 000) 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 and check tension for power steering belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust [...]

Miles 144,000 147,000 150,000 (Kilometers) (232 000) (237 000) (241 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXX Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* X X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs on the 2.4 liter engine. ** X Inspect the front and r ear brake pads, linings, r[...]

SCHEDULE “ A ” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) (58 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X XXXXX Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary .* X XXX X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs on [...]

Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) (1 15 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X XXXX 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 stee[...]

Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] [105] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if requir ed.* X XXX Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect the front an[...]

Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] [105] Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter en- gine. *** X Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not replaced at 60 months. X Rotate the tires. XXXX XX SCHEDULE “ A ” [...]

Miles 108,000 1 14,000 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000 (Kilometers) (174 000) (183 000) (193 000) (203 000) (212 000) (222 000) [Months] [108] [114] [120] [126] [132] [138] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X XXXX Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if requir ed.* X X XXX Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect the front and r e[...]

Miles 144,000 150,000 (Kilometers) (232 000) (241 000) [Months] [144] [150] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r equired.* X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect the front and r ear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear dr ums and shoes. X Check and replace, if necessary , the PCV valve. * [...]

W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic. 268 SCHEDULE “ A ” 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

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

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

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

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

U.S. ONL Y IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE 273 9[...]

MOP AR 姞 P ARTS Mopar 威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer . They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING 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 immedi[...]

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

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

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

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INDEX 10[...]

About Y our Brakes ...................... 1 5 1 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System ............. 1 5 2 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ......... 2 2 3 Adding Fuel .......................... 1 7 6 Adding W asher Fluid .................... 2 1 8 Additives, Fuel ........................ 1 7 5 Aiming Headlights ...................... 2 4 4 Air Cleaner , E[...]

Special Additives ..................... 2 3 0 Autostick ............................. 1 7 2 Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 8 1 Ball Joints ............................ 2 1 6 Battery ............................... 2 1 3 Emergency Starting .................... 1 9 3 Gas Caution ...................... 195,214 Heater ......................[...]

Charging System Light ................... 9 0 Chart, T ire Sizing ....................... 1 5 6 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) .............. 2 0 4 Checking Y our V ehicle For Safety ............ 4 9 Child Restraint ................... 41,43,45,46 Child Restraint T ether Anchors ............. 4 5 Child Safety Locks ...............[...]

Daytime Running Lights .................. 6 7 Dealer Service ......................... 2 0 5 Defroster , Rear W indow .................. 1 3 5 Defroster , W indshield ............... 50,128,134 Diagnostic System, Onboard ............... 2 0 3 Dimmer Control ........................ 6 4 Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 6 7 Dipsticks Automa[...]

Overheating ......................... 1 8 6 Partial Zero Emissions V ehicle for 2.4 Liter . . 248 T iming Belt .......................... 2 1 2 Engine Oil V iscosity ..................... 2 4 4 Entry System, Illuminated ................. 1 5 Exhaust Gas Caution ............... 49,176,220 Exhaust System ........................ 2 1 9 Exterior Light [...]

Filler Cap ........................... 1 7 6 Filter .............................. 2 1 1 Gasoline ............................ 1 7 3 Gauge .............................. 8 9 Hoses .............................. 2 2 8 Light ............................... 9 4 Octane Rating ........................ 2 4 5 Requirements ..................... 173,244 T a[...]

Ignition K e y ................................ 1 1 Lock ................................ 1 1 Illuminated Entry ....................... 1 5 Immobilizer ............................ 1 3 Infant Restraint ......................... 4 2 Inside Rearview Mirror ................... 5 6 Instrument Cluster ....................... 8 8 Instrument Panel and Con[...]

Engine T emperature W arning ............. 9 1 Exterior Check ........................ 5 0 F o g ........................... 67,91,241 Front Replacement .................... 2 4 0 Headlight Switch ...................... 6 6 Headlights ........................... 6 6 High Beam ........................... 6 7 High Beam Indicator ................... 9[...]

Schedule ⬙ A ⬙ ......................... 2 6 2 Schedule ⬙ B ⬙ ......................... 2 5 2 Malfunction Indicator Light ............. 90,204 Manual, Service ........................ 2 7 4 Mirrors ............................... 5 6 Automatic Dimming .................... 5 6 Electric Remote ....................... 5 7 Outside .............[...]

Partial Zero Emissions V ehicle for 2.4 Liter .... 2 4 8 Passing Light ........................... 6 7 Pets .................................. 4 8 Placard, T ire and Loading Information ....... 1 5 9 Power Brakes ............................. 1 5 1 Door Locks .......................... 1 6 Outlet .............................. 8 1 Seats ...........[...]

Safety Checks Inside V ehicle ............... 4 9 Safety Checks Outside V ehicle .............. 5 0 Safety Defects, Reporting ................. 2 7 4 Safety Information, T ire .................. 1 5 4 Safety T ips ............................. 4 9 Schedule, Maintenance ................... 2 4 9 Seat Belt Maintenance ................... 2 3 4 Seat B[...]

Cold W eather ........................ 1 4 4 Engine Fails to Start ................... 1 4 4 Starting and Operating ................... 1 4 2 Steering Power ........................... 153,215 T ilt Column .......................... 6 9 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls ............................ 1 2 2 Storage .........................[...]

T read W ear Indicators .................. 1 6 8 T owing ......................... 178,197,198 Disabled V ehicle ...................... 1 9 7 T railering ........................... 1 7 8 T raction Control .................... 70,89,153 T raction Control Switch ................ 70,153 T railer T owing ......................... 1 7 8 Minimum Require[...]

W arning, Door Ajar ...................... 1 7 W arning Flasher , Hazard ................. 1 8 6 W arnings and Cautions .................... 6 W arranty Information .................... 2 7 2 W asher , Adding Fluid ................... 2 1 8 W ashers, W indshield .................. 68,218 W ashing V ehicle ........................ 2 3 1 W axing and [...]