Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 2007 Town and Country Chrysler
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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE .............................. 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...........
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction ........................... 4 䡵 How T o Use This Manual .................. 4 䡵 W arnings And Cautions ................... 6 䡵 V ehicle Identification Number ............... 6 䡵 V ehicle Modifications / Alterations .
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.
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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.
VEHICLE MODIFICA TIONS / AL TERA TIONS W ARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
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THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys .................. 1 2 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ................... 1 2 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................ 1 4 ▫ Locking Doors W ith The Key .............
▫ T o Disarm The System ................... 1 9 ▫ Security System Manual Override ........... 1 9 䡵 Illuminated Entry System — If Equipped ....... 2 0 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped ......... 2 0 ▫ T o Unlock The Doors And Liftgate .
䡵 Occupant Restraints ...................... 4 5 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ..................... 4 6 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedur e ..... 5 2 ▫ Center Lap Belts ....................... 5 2 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ................... 5 3 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) .
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS 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 Automatic T ransaxle Place the shift lever in P ARK.
NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power outlets, and removable console (if equipped), will r emain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle fr ont door will cancel this feature. W ARNING! NEVER leave children alone in a vehicle.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder An alarm will sound to remind you if the key is left in the ignition and the driver’s door is opened. Locking Doors With The Key Y ou can insert the key with either side up. T o lock the door , turn the key rearwar d, to unlock the door , turn the key forward.
Automatic T ransaxle Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key fr om being removed unless the shift lever is in P ARK. It also prevents shifting out of P ARK unless the key is in the ACC, or ON positions, and the brake pedal is depressed.
Shaft Lock Module (V ehicles Equipped with Premium Security System) — If Equipped The shaft lock module is located inside the steering column. The module works in conjunction with the Sentry Key to prevent the steering shaft fr om rotating if someone inserts an invalid ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder in the instrument panel.
NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the dealer . Customer Key Programming Y ou can program new sentry keys to the system if you have two valid sentry keys by performing the following procedur e: 1.
General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interfer ence that may cause undes- ired operation.
NOTE: If the SECURITY light stays on continuously during vehicle operation, have the system checked by your dealer . T o Disarm the System Use the Keyless Entry transmitter to unlock the door .
ILLUMINA TED ENTR Y SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the keyless entry transmitter or open the doors. This feature is only available if you have Remote Keyless Entry . The lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned on.
Three button transmitters will pr ovide basic UNLOCK, LOCK and P ANIC functions. Six button transmitters will provide functions that allow the same basic operation as the three button, but may also be used to Open/Close the optional power liftgate, left power sliding door , or right power sliding door .
T o unlock the doors and liftgate: Press and r elease the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door side of the vehicle, or twice to unlock all doors and liftgate. The illuminated entry system also turns on. The Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st feature can be enabled or disabled by performing the following proce- dure: 1.
Using The Panic Alarm: T o turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF , press and hold the P ANIC button on the transmitter for at least one second and release. When the panic alarm is on, the headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off and the interior lights will turn on.
T o Open/Close Left Power Sliding Door — If Equipped Press the LEFT button twice within five seconds to open/close the left power sliding door . If the button is pushed while the door is being power closed, the door will reverse to the full open position.
vehicles so equipped. The table below explains the Lamp Flash options. (See page 172 for more information.) Function Which T urn Signal Lamps Number of Flashes Lock All 1 Unlock 1st Press Left Side 2 .
1. W ith the transmitter buttons facing down, use a thin coin to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the r ubber gasket during removal. 2. Remove and r eplace the batteries. A void touching the new batteries with your fingers.
DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Lock the doors by pushing down on the lock plungers on each door trim panel. If the lock plunger is down when you shut the door , the door will lock. Therefor e, make sure the keys ar e not inside the vehicle before closing the door .
Power Door Locks — If Equipped A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate.
• On non EVIC - equipped vehicles perform the follow- ing steps: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt (Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming pr ocedure). 3. Place the key into the ignition.
Auto Unlock On Exit Programming — If Equipped The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt (fastening the seat belt will cancel any chimes that may be confusing during this program- ming procedur e).
WINDOWS Power V ent Windows Switches on the driver’s door trim panel let the driver operate the two vent windows from the driver’s seat. Power Windows Y ou can control either fr ont window using switches on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the passenger’s door trim panel which operates the passenger door window .
Auto Down Feature — If Equipped The driver’s window switch has an auto down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, r elease, and the window will go down automatically . T o open the window part way , press the window switch part way and release it when you want the window to stop.
SLIDING SIDE DOOR The sliding door may be opened from the inside or the outside. Pull out on the outside handle to open the sliding door from the outside. T o open the sliding door from the inside, pr ess the button on the grab handle and open the door .
NOTE: The driver’s side sliding door cannot be opened while the fuel door is open. This feature operates only when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the fuel door .
The power sliding door may also be opened by pressing the switches on the overhead console or the switch located on the trim panel just in front of the sliding door . T o keep your door operating properly , observe the fol- lowing guidelines. • Always open the door smoothly .
If the inside or outside door handles are used while the power sliding door is activated, the power sliding door feature will be canceled and the door must be opened or closed manually .
Child Protection Door Lock T o provide a safer envir onment for small children riding in the rear seats, the sliding doors ar e equipped with a child protection door lock system. NOTE: When the child lock system is engaged, the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position.
• When the child lock system is engaged the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle, remote keyless entry transmitter , switches on the overhead console or the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door , even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position.
NOTE: • After setting the child protection door lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. • The power sliding door switches will not operate if the vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h).
If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with a powered liftgate, pr essing the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will result in the liftgate becom- ing unlocked for 30 seconds allowing you to manually access the liftgate area. NOTE: On vehicles without power locks, the liftgate can only be opened using the vehicle keys.
When the remote keyless entry transmitter button is pressed and the “Lamp Flash” featur e is enabled, the tail lights will flash to signal that the liftgate is opening or closing. W ARNING! During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur .
• The power liftgate must be in the full open or close positions for any of the buttons to operate. If the liftgate is not in the full open or close positions it must be opened or closed manually . • If the liftgate release button is activated while the power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will reverse to the full open position.
Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However , because the gas pressur e drops with tempera- ture, it may be necessary to assist the pr ops when opening the liftgate in cold weather . SEA T STORAGE BIN SAFETY W ARNING W ARNING! Always close the storage bin covers when your vehicle is unattended.
Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release As a security measure, a Storage Bin Cover Emer gency Release strap is built into the storage bin cover latching mechanism.
NOTE: Do not use the storage bin emergency r elease to lift the storage bin cover . The strap is intended for emergency r elease only . OCCUP ANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the r estraint systems.
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 .
W ARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door . Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the front seats and next to your arm in the r ear seats. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”. W ARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly . The lap portion could ride too high on your body , possibly causing internal injuries.
4. Position the lap belt acr oss your thighs, below your abdomen. T o remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. T o loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.
6. T o release the belt, push the r ed button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary , slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully . W ARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection.
As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you ar e taller than average, you’ll prefer a higher position. When you r elease the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position.
W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. • A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip down and under the belt in a collision. • A belt that is too high will apply crash forces to the abdomen, not to the stronger hip bones.
chime and flash the Seat Belt W arning Light for 96 seconds or until the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is buckled. The Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert) will be reacti- vated if the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).
The Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert) can be reacti- vated by repeating this pr ocedure. NOTE: Although the Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt W arning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt r emains unbuckled.
Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) — Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federal regulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to “Occupant Classification System” in this section). This vehicle may also be equipped with a driver inflat- able knee blocker located on the instrument panel below the steering column.
W ARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. Y ou may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating.
NOTE: The passenger front airbag may not deploy even when the driver front airbag has if the Occupant Classi- fication System (refer to “Occupant Classification Sys- tem” in this section) has determined the seat is empty or is occupied by a child.
2. All occupants should wear their lap and shoulder belts properly . 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to inflate. 4. If your vehicle has window bags, do not lean against the door , airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door .
Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • AIRBAG Light • Driver Airbag • Front Passenger Airbag • Supplemental Side Curtai.
How The Airbag System W orks • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if a frontal collision is sever e enough to requir e the airbags to inflate. Based on the level of collision severity , the front control module determines the proper rate of inflation.
W ARNING! Ignoring the AIRBAG warning light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away .
about 30 milliseconds (about one quarter of the time it takes to blink your eyes) with enough force to injur e you if you are not belted and seated pr operly , or if items are positioned in the ar ea where the window bag inflates. This especially applies to children.
affect occupant classification. Also, if you fold down the rear seat, check to be sur e it doesn’t touch the front passenger seat. If there is a rapid change in temperatur e or humidity , the OCS may not be able to properly appr oximate occupant size.
teenagers and some small adults, depending on size, the airbag may or may not be enabled in the event of a collision. Both drivers and passengers should always use the P AD indicator light as an indication if the front passenger is properly positioned or not.
when the Occupant Classification System detects ei- ther an empty seat or a weight less than the predeter - mined occupant threshold, the ORC will not illumi- nate the P AD indicator light even though the airbag is turned OFF . When the OCS system detects an adult the P AD indicator light will be off, and the airbag will be enabled.
W ARNING! Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the front passenger seat assembly , its related compo- nents, or seat cover may inadvertently change the airbag deployment in case of a frontal crash. This could result in death or serious injury to the front seat passenger if the vehicle is involved in an acci- dent.
If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags when the ORC and impact sensors detect a moderate-to- severe collision, to help r estrain the vehicle passengers, and then immediately deflate. NOTE: A collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system.
W ARNING! Deployed airbags, front seat belt buckle pretension- ers and driver inflatable knee blocker cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, front seat belt buckle pretensioners and driver inflatable knee blocker replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
W ARNING! • Y ou need proper knee impact protection in a collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters. • It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has airbags.
data gathered during a complete accident investigation, the electronic data may be used by DaimlerChrysler Corporation and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle performance.
Data Parameters that May Be Recorded: • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning lamp status for electronically-contr olled safety systems, including the airbag system • Airbag disable lamp status (.
Children 12 years and under should ride pr operly buck- led up in a rear seat. According to crash statistics, children ar e safer when properly r estrained in the rear seats, rather than in the front. W ARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby , can become a missile inside the vehicle.
infant carriers do, so they can be used rearwar d-facing by children who weigh mor e than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are less than one year old. • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a fr ont passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position.
• If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. If this doesn’t help, move the child to the center rear seating position and use the lap belt. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back.
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.
• Buckle the child into the seat according to the child restraint manufactur er’s directions. • When your child restraint is not in use, secur e it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it fr om the vehicle. Don’t leave it loose in the vehicle.
over the top of the seatback. For bench seats with split seatbacks, route the tether between the seatbacks. When using the tether anchorages in the center position on 3rd r ow fold-in-floor seating, ensure that the strap is routed over the top of the seatback and under the head restraint between the head r estraint posts.
Fleet vehicles equipped with the LA TCH system on the 3-passenger bench seat must have the seat adjusted to the full rear position on the tracks when the LA TCH system is used. Also, when using the LA TCH system, be sure the seatback is two clicks rear of its full upright position.
W ARNING! Fleet V ehicles Only: Do not install child restraint systems equipped with LA TCH attachments at all three seating positions in the seat at one time. The LA TCH anchorages in this seat are designed to restrain no more than two child restraints at a time in the event of a collision.
T ransporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet could be thr own about and possibly injured, or injur e a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the r ear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secur ed by seat belts.
Restraining Infants and Small Children with Seat Delete Feature (Commercial V ehicles Only) There ar e differ ent sizes and types of restraints for children fr om newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt.
1. Locate the child r estraint tether anchor on the floor just behind the front passenger seat. 2. Extend the child r estraint tether anchor forward to- wards the fr ont passenger seat. 3. Follow the child r estraint manufacturer’s directions for proper use of connecting the child r estraint to the extended tether strap.
5. Route the tether strap beneath the head r estraint between the two head restraint posts. Ensur e that the child restraint tether strap is center ed between the two head restraint posts. 6. Using the hook attached to the child r estraint tether strap, attach the child restraint tether strap to the metal ring on the vehicle tether anchor .
W ARNING! The vehicle tether anchor is designed to be used with a child restraint only . It should not be used for any other purpose. Before use inspect the tether anchor strap for nicks, abrasions, discoloration, and loose threads.
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 .
Airbag Light The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer .
UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 M i r r o r s ............................... 9 4 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................. 9 4 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped .... 9 4 ▫ Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped .
▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity ............ 1 1 3 ▫ Things Y ou Should Know About Y our UConnect™ System .................... 1 1 4 䡵 Seats ................................ 1 2 0 ▫ Manual Front & Second Row Seat Adjuster . . . 120 ▫ 8–W ay Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped .
䡵 T o Open And Close The Hood ............. 1 4 9 䡵 Lights ............................... 1 5 0 ▫ Interior Lights ....................... 1 5 0 ▫ Park Lights .......................... 1 5 1 ▫ Headlights .......................... 1 5 1 ▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .
▫ T o V ary The Speed Setting ............... 1 6 5 ▫ T o Accelerate For Passing ............... 1 6 5 䡵 Overhead Console — If Equipped ........... 1 6 6 ▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights ................ 1 6 6 ▫ Sunglass Storage .................
▫ Convenience T ray And Optional Smoker’s Package Kit ......................... 1 8 6 ▫ Rear Cupholders ...................... 1 8 7 䡵 Storage .............................. 1 8 8 ▫ Front Seat Storage Bin — If Equipped ....... 1 8 8 ▫ Second Row Seat Storage Bins — If Equipped .
MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view thr ough the rear window . A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror . Annoying headlight glare can be r educed by moving the small control under the mirr or to the night position (toward r ear of vehicle).
CAUTION! T o avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror . Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare fr om vehicles behind you.
W ARNING! V ehicles and other objects seen in a passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Select a mirror and pr ess one of the four arrows for the direction you want the mirr or to move. Driver’s power mirror pr eselected positions can be con- trolled by the optional Driver Memory Seat Featur e. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in section 3 of this manual.
HANDS–FREE COMMUNICA TION (UConnect™) — IF EQUIPPED UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. UConnect™ allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., ⬙ Call” ѧ “Mike” ѧ ”W ork ⬙ or ⬙ Dial” ѧ “248-555-1212 ⬙ ).
The UConnect™ system can be used with any Hands- Free Pr ofile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. See www .chrysler .com/uconnect for supported phones. If your cellular phone supports a differ ent profile (e.g., Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UCon- nect™ features.
• Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for the voice on beep, which follows the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt or another prompt. • For certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying ⬙ Setup ⬙ and then ⬙ Phone Pairing, ⬙ the following compound command can be said: ⬙ Setup Phone Pairing.
Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular Phone T o begin using your UConnect™ system, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth™ enabled cellular phone. NOTE: The UConnect™ system use requir es a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth ⬙ Hands-Free Pr ofile, ⬙ version 0.
• Y ou will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7, 1 being the highest priority . Y ou can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect™ system. However , at any given time, only one cellular phone can be in use, connected to your UConnect™ System.
you can say ⬙ John Doe, ⬙ where John Doe is a pr evi- ously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phone- book. Refer to ⬙ Add Names to Y our UConnect™ Phonebook, ⬙ to learn how to store a name in the phonebook.
four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. Edit Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
• After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. Y ou can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say ⬙ List Names ⬙ to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose.
• T o call one of the names in the list, press the ⬙ V oice Recognition’ button during the playing of the desired name, and then say ⬙ Call. ⬙ NOTE: the user can also exercise ⬙ Edit ⬙ or ⬙ Delete ⬙ operations at this point. • The UConnect™ system will then prompt you as to number designation you wish to call.
Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress T o make a second call while you are curr ently in a call, press the ’V oice Recognition’ button and say ⬙ Dial ⬙ or ⬙ Call ⬙ followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call.
Call T ermination T o end a call in progr ess, momentarily press the ⬘ Phone’ button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call. Redial • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Redial.
• After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to (English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language.
emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect™ system. T owing Assistance If you need towing assistance, • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ T owing Assistance.
When calling a number with your UConnect™ system that normally requir es you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can push the ’V oice Recognition’ button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word ⬙ Send.
Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad Y ou can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect™ system (while dialing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measur es).
Information Service When using A T&T W ireless Service, dialing to phone number ⬙ #121, ⬙ you can access voice activated automated system to receive news, weather , stocks, traffic, etc.
Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect™ system. The phone must have been previously pair ed to the UConnect™ system that you want to use it with. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
• Speak normally , without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet away from you. • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period.
Far End Audio Performance • Audio quality is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, and • dry weather condition. • Operation from driver seat.
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North American English Primary Alternate(s) Zero Oh Add location Add new All All of them Confirmation prompts Confirmations prompts Delete a name Delete Language Select language List names List all List paired phones List phones Pager Beeper Phone pairing Pairing Phonebook Phone book Return to main menu Return.
Using body pressur e, move forward and r earward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. W ARNING! Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control.
CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.
HIGH or No Heat. The switch position as well as an indicator light will show when the LOW or HIGH heat is ON. W ARNING! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic.
Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped The recliner mechanism contr ol is on the outboard side of the seat. T o recline, lean forwar d slightly , lift the lever , then push back to the desired position and r elease the lever . Lean forward and lift the lever to r eturn the seatback to its normal position.
W ARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
T o Fold Second Row Seats 1. Lower the head r estraint and raise the armrests on the second row seat. 2. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the ⬙ Locked ⬙ position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover . 3. Pull up on the seatback r ecliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down.
NOTE: The cupholder must be in the closed position before the seat can be tumbled into the floor . 4. Pull r earward on the release strap located at the r ear of the seat and tumble the seat forward into the storage bin. 5. Close the storage bin cover .
CAUTION! NOTE: The storage bin cover must be locked and flat to avoid damage from contact with the front seat tracks, which have minimal clearance to the cover . T o Unfold Second Row Seats 1. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the ⬙ Locked ⬙ position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover .
3. Pull up on the seatback r ecliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat, to r eturn the seatback to its full upright position. 4. Close the storage bin cover and adjust the head restraint to the desir ed position. T o Fold Third Row Seats 1.
3. Pull r elease strap marked “2” to release the anchors. 4. Pull r elease strap marked “3” and tumble the seat rearwar d into the storage bin.
T o Unfold Third Row Seats 1. Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat forward until the anchors latch. 2. Pull r elease strap marked “1” to unlock the recliner . 3. Pull r elease strap marked “3” to return the seatback to its full upright position.
W ARNING! In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched. T ailgate Mode 1. Pull r elease strap “2”, then pull release strap “3” to rotate the entir e seat rearwar d.
W ARNING! T o avoid serious injury or death, never operate the vehicle with occupants in the third row seat, while in the tailgate mode. Easy Access Seating The passenger’s and driver’s side second row seats can be tilted forward for easy access to the thir d row seat or rear car go area.
T o tilt the seat on vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, pull forward on the r elease strap located on the front of the seat between the seat back and seat cushion and tilt the seat fully forward. T o return the seat, lower the seat and ensure that it is fully latched.
3. Pull up on the seatback r elease lever located on the outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down. If the head restraint contacts the r ear of the front seat, move the front seat forwar d on its tracks. 4. Pull up on the r elease handle and tumble the seat fully forward.
5. Pull the r elease bar located at the bottom front edge of the seat to disengage the front attachments. 6. The seat assembly can now be r emoved from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out 威 Rollers.
50/50 Fold & T umble Rear Seat Removal 1. Lower the head r estraint and pull up on release lever “1” to fold the seatback down. 2. Pull up on r elease lever “2” and tumble the seat fully forward.
3. Pull the r elease strap “3” located at the bottom of the seat to disengage the front attachments. 4. The seat assembly can now be r emoved from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out 威 Rollers.
3 – Passenger Bench Seats Release levers are located on the r ear leg assemblies, near the floor . T o remove the seat, squeeze each r elease handle and rotate downwar ds to deploy the wheels. A lock indicator button pops up when the seat is unlocked.
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the seatbacks of all r ear seats and some front seats.
The release lever is below the seat and is accessible fr om the front and back of the seat. Rear Seat Descriptions 7 Passenger Model — 2– passenger bucket seats in the second position and 3– passenger bench seat or 50/50 bench seat in the third position.
3. Additional Storage— The 2nd and 3rd r ow seats installed. The 3rd r ow bench seat is in the full forward position on the tracks and one or both of the rear seatbacks ar e folded down. 4. Auxiliary Seating— The middle quad seats are r emoved from the vehicle.
1. Normal Seating— The 2nd and 3rd r ow seats are installed. Both seatbacks are in the upright position. 2. Incr eased Storage— Increased storage ar ea is provided by folding either or both seatbacks. W ith one seatback folded forward, rear seating for another occupant is still provided.
4. Auxiliary Seating— The 2nd row seats ar e removed fr om the vehicle. Then the third r ow seats can be installed in either the rear or middle seat position. If the seat is not occupied, the seatback can be folded forward to obtain additional car go space.
DRIVER MEMOR Y SEA T — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat, driver’s outside mirror , adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, and radio station preset settings.
Setting Memory Positions and Linking Remote Keyless Entry T ransmitter to Memory NOTE: Each time the SET (S) button and a numbered button (1 or 2) are pr essed, you erase the memory settings for that button and store a new one. 1. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
10. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 1 1. Select ⬙ Remote Linked to Memory ⬙ in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter ⬙ Ye s ⬙ or select ⬙ Use Factory Settings ⬙ from the EVIC and enter ⬙ Ye s ⬙ .
T o Disable A T ransmitter Linked to Memory 1. T urn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key . 2. Pr ess and release memory button number 1. The system will recall any memory settings stor ed in position 1. W ait for the system to complete the memory recall before continuing to step 3.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD T o open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Next, push to the left the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center .
inches (30 cm) and then drop it. This should secur e both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged. W ARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
• A door , sliding door or the liftgate is left open. • Any overhead r eading light is left on. • If the dimmer control is in the extr eme top position. NOTE: The key must be out of the ignition switch or the ignition switch must be in the OFF position for this feature to operate.
Interior light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the OFF position (extreme bottom). The interior lights will remain of f when the doors or liftgate are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control to the first detent.
Daytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet V ehicles Only) The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the vehicle is running, the headlights ar e off, and the parking brake is off.
remain on. r efer to Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) “Customer Programmable Featur es” for more information. If the headlights are turned of f before the ignition, they will turn off in the normal manner . NOTE: The headlights must be turned off within 45 seconds of turning the ignition off to activate this featur e.
T urn Signal W arning If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled at over 18 mph (29 km/h) for about one mile with the turn signals on, a chime will sound to alert the driver . Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights between HIGH and LOW beam.
T o use the washer , press the end of the multifunction lever in when spray is desired, the washers will spray for a maximum of 20 seconds or until the lever is released. If another washer cycle is desired the end of the lever must be pressed again to get another 20 second washer cycle.
Intermittent W iper System Use the intermittent wipers when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tween cycles, desirable. Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position, then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay interval.
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.
• The T raction Control will make buzzing or clicking sounds when in operation. REAR P ARK ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This system is used to help drivers determine if an obstacle is in the way of the vehicle while it is backing up in addition to the use of inside rearview and outside mirrors.
The system dimly illuminates the two outer most yellow LEDs when it is ON and detecting no obstacles. The following chart shows the warning display operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: W ARNING DISPLA Y DIST ANCES DISPLA Y LED OBST ACLE DIST ANCE FROM: LED COLOR AUDIBLE SIGNAL REAR CORNERS REAR CENTER 1st LED 59 in.
W ARNING! • Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the Rear Park Assist System. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstruc- tions, or blind spots before backing up.
NOTE: • Ensure that the r ear bumper is free of dirt and debris to keep the system operating properly . • Jackhammers, large tr ucks, and other vibrations could affect the performance of the system.
• The pedals can be adjusted while driving. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when the Speed Control System is ON.
T o Activate: Push the “ON/OFF” button once and the CRUISE indi- cator located below the instrument cluster odometer will illuminate showing the electronic speed contr ol system is on. T o turn the system OFF , push the “ON/OFF” button again and the system and indicator will turn off.
T o V ary the Speed Setting: When the speed control is set, speed can be incr eased by pressing and holding the “RESUME/ACCEL” button. When the button is released, a new set speed will be established. T apping the “RESUME/ACCEL” button once will result in a 2 mph (3 km/h) speed increase.
W ARNING! Speed Control can be dangerous where the system can’t maintain a constant speed. Y our vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Don’t use Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy , snow-covered, or slippery .
The lights also turn on when a front door , a sliding door or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry , the lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the transmitter is pressed. The area ar ound the instrument panel cupholders is also illuminated from a light in the over head console.
turns in an area fr ee from lar ge metal or metallic objects, the “CAL” symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally . Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the “CAL” symbol does not appear , you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually .
T o set the variance: T urn the ignition switch ON and set the display to Comp/T emp. On vehicles equipped with a Compass/Mini T rip Computer press the RESET button for approximately 5 seconds. On vehicles equipped with Compass/T emp press and hold the C/T and US/M buttons for 5 seconds.
Mini-T rip Computer This displays information on the following: • A verage Fuel Economy (ECO A VG) Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. • Distance T o Empty (DTE) Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank.
Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The Electronic V ehicle Information Center , when the appropriate conditions exist, displays the following W ARNING messages and symbols.
Customer Programmable Features — If Equipped Press the “MENU” button until one of the display choices following appears: Language When in this display you may select one of five lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip computer functions.
Use Factory Settings If “Y es” is selected, all of the customer programmable features will be set to the factory default and not dis- played. If “No” is selected you can program the V ehicle Information Center to your own personal prefer ences.
If this feature is not selected, the driver’s seat, driver’s mirror , adjustable pedals, and radio settings can only return to their memory set positions using the memory recall buttons (1 or 2) on the driver’s door panel. Any transmitter linked to memory will remain linked, but will not recall the memory positions.
30, 60, or 90 seconds, or not remain on. Pr essing the “STEP” button when in this display will select 30, 60, 90, or “OFF .” Headlamp On W ith W ipers (A vailable with Auto Headlights Only) Wh.
W ARNING! A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door . People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by federal safety stan- dards.
Programming HomeLink NOTE: When programming a garage door opener , it is advised to park outside the garage. Some vehicles may requir e the ignition switch to be turned to the second (Accessory) position for programming and/or operation of HomeLink.
3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button that you want to train and the hand-held trans- mitter buttons. Do not release the buttons until Step Four has been completed.
2. Firmly pr ess and release the ⬙ learn ⬙ or ⬙ smart ⬙ button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manu- facturer .) NOTE: There ar e 30 seconds in which to initiate Step Three. 3. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button.
successfully been accepted by HomeLink. (The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly .) Proceed with ⬙ Programming ⬙ Step Four to complete. Using HomeLink T o operate, simply press and r elease the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.
Security If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the fr equencies by following the “Erasing HomeLink Buttons” instruc- tions in this section. This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference.
Press and hold the switch r earward to fully open the sunroof. The sunr oof can be stopped at any position between closed and full open. Momentarily pressing the switch rearwar d will activate the Express Open Featur e, causing the sunroof to open automatically .
W ARNING! In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. Y ou could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too. Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key or battery symbol indicating the power source. The lower instrument panel outlet is power ed directly from the battery , items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent engine starting.
Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery , even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually , if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
When the drawer is pulled out firmly , the arms of the cupholders will spring out. Place the container to be held into one of the cupholders and then push the arm toward the container until the container is held stable.
Rear Cupholders There ar e dual stationary cupholders located in the passenger side rear trim panel and a single stationary cup holder on the driver side rear trim panel. There ar e also dual underseat cupholders for the 2nd seat passengers. W ith a bench seat in the 2nd seat position these cupholders slide out from under the center of the seat.
• The quad seat cupholders are designed to br eak away if stepped on. T o return the cupholder to its normal position, simply push the cupholder up to snap it into place. • The floor mat must be in position for optimum cup- holder operation. There ar e also two cupholders and a flat tray on the seat back of the quad seats.
Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover . Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the ⬙ Unlocked ⬙ position to allow greater access to the storage bin. CAUTION! NOTE: The storage bin cover must be locked and flat to avoid damage from contact with the front seat tracks, which have minimal clearance to the cover .
Overhead Rail System — If Equipped The overhead rail system contains pr ovisions for three movable and removable over head storage bins. The storage bins may be placed anywhere on the over head rail system. CAUTION! Do not load objects over 1.5 lbs (0.
3. Remove the storage bin. NOTE: Make sure the latch handle pops out befor e removing the storage bin. T o reinstall the storage bins, place the bin in the desir ed location on the overhead rail, push firmly upwar d on the bin with one hand, while pushing in on the latch handle, twist a 1 ⁄ 4 turn to attach the bin to the rail.
1. Open the console lid and r emove the storage tray . 2. Pull up on the r elease handle located inside the floor console, and slide the console rearwar d to disengage from the floor . 3. Remove the floor console. T o reinstall the console, open the console lid and r emove the storage tray .
2. Squeeze the legs together to disengage the holder fr om the floor console and remove the cell phone holder . T o reinstall the cell phone holder , align the pivot legs into the guides and push forward to snap the legs into place.
3. Using the fr ont and rear grab handles, slide the console rearwar d to disengage the front of the console and lift up to remove the console fr om the floor .
Cell Phone Holder 1. Open the fr ont lid and remove the cell phone holder by pulling rearwar d and up on the lower edge of the holder . 2. Plug in the power cor d for the cellular phone into the outlet located in the bottom of the forward console bin and reinstall the cell phone holder .
CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery , even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually , if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
Cargo Area Storage The seats in your vehicle are in-line which enables you to stow long objects, such as lumber or skis, on the floor without moving the seats. NOTE: W ith all rear seat backs folded ,a4x8 foot sheet of building material may be stored in the long-wheelbase body style on top of the folded seats with the liftgate closed.
Distribute cargo weight evenly on the r oof rack crossbars. The roof rack does not incr ease the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of car go inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity .
CAUTION! • Crossbars should remain equally spaced or parallel at any luggage rack position for proper function. Noncompliance could result in damage to the luggage rack, cargo and/or vehicle. • T o avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 lbs (68 kg).
If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15 hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The vehicle must be driven to reset the system. W ARNING! Do not install the load leveling system on vehicles that are not equipped with Anti-Lock Brakes.
UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panels And Controls ............ 2 0 6 䡵 Base Instrument Cluster .................. 2 0 7 䡵 Instrument Cluster W ith T ach .............. 2 0 8 䡵 Premium Instr ument Cluster .........
▫ T u n i n g ............................. 2 2 2 ▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ............... 2 2 2 ▫ PTY (Program T ype) Button .............. 2 2 2 ▫ Balance ............................ 2 2 4 ▫ Fade .............................. 2 2 4 ▫ T one Control .
▫ Mode .............................. 2 2 9 ▫ T ape CD Button ...................... 2 2 9 ▫ T ime Button ......................... 2 3 0 ▫ Scan Button ......................... 2 3 0 ▫ CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped .........
▫ Operating Instructions — CD/DVD Changer . . 258 ▫ Eject (EJT) Button ..................... 2 6 0 ▫ Remote Control Operating Instr uctions ...... 2 6 0 ▫ Operating Instructions — V ideo Screen ...... 2 6 4 ▫ Operating Instructions — Headphones .
▫ Radio Operation ...................... 2 7 3 ▫ T ape Player ......................... 2 7 4 ▫ CD Player .......................... 2 7 4 䡵 Cassette T ape And Player Maintenance ....... 2 7 4 䡵 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance ............... 2 7 5 䡵 Climate Controls .
INSTRUMENT P ANELS AND CONTROLS 206 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL.
BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 207 4.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH T ACH 208 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL.
PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 209 4.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. T ire Pressur e Monitoring T elltale Lamp — If E.
when a system fault is detected. The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes or until the fault condition is removed and r eset. CAUTION! The T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your ve- hicle.
6. Door Ajar Light This light turns on if a door is not completely closed. 7. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed. 8. Brake System W arning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application.
In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake W arning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is requir ed. The operation of the Brake W arning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restor e the benefits of Anti-Lock brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the Ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer .
15. V ehicle Theft Alarm Light — If Equipped This light will flash for approximately 15 sec- onds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. 16. T emperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily .
W ARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. Y ou or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. Y ou may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see Section 7 of this manual.
21. Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illu- minate when the key is in the ON position before engine start. If the bulb does not come when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked pr omptly .
This is to prevent over heating of the brake system and is a normal condition. The system will remain disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled.
25. T rip Odometer Button Press this button to change the display fr om odometer to trip odometer . The word TRIP will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer to 0 miles or kilometers.
you understand and save you concern about these “ap- parent” malfunctions, you must understand a point or two about the transmission and reception of radio sig- nals.
SALES CODE RAZ — AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE T APE PLA YER, CD PLA YER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Operating Instructions — Radio NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch.
T uning Press the TUNE contr ol up or down to increase or decrease the fr equency . If you press and hold the button, the radio will continue to tune until you release the button. The frequency will be displayed and continu- ously updated while the button is pressed.
Program T ype Radio Display Country Country Information Inform Jazz Jazz Foreign Language Language News News Nostalgia Nostalgia Oldies Oldies Personality Personality Public Public Rhythm and Blues R .
Pressing PTY , then SCAN will scan the FM Band and stop at all RDS stations. Each RDS station will be played for a 5 second scan once around the FM Band and stop at the last station. The PTY icon will then turn of f. Balance The Balance control adjusts the left-to-right speaker bal- ance.
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 onto this station and press and release that button.
Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backwar d 1 to 6 selections. Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection, twice to move 2 selections, etc. Fast Forward (FF) Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape in the direction that it is playing.
Pinch Roller Release If ignition power or the radio ON/OFF switch are turned off, the pinch r oller will automatically retract to protect the tape from any damage. When power is r estored to the tape player , the pinch roller will automatically r eengage and the tape will resume play .
If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch fr om radio to CD mode and begin to play . The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track one. NOTE: • Y ou may eject a disc with the radio OFF .
FF/TUNE/RW Press FF (Fast Forwar d) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is r eleased. The R W (Reverse) button works in a similar manner . Program Button 4 (Random Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play .
Time Button Press this button to change the display fr om elapsed CD playing time to time of day . Scan Button Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track.
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 .
Radio Operation Power/V olume Control Press the ON/VOL contr ol to turn the radio on. T urn the volume control clockwise to incr ease the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
Program T ype Radio Display Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R & B Sports Sports Ta l k Ta l k T op 40 T op 40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name.
Seek Press and r elease the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM, FM or Satellite mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection.
Y ou may add a second station to each push-button by repeating the above pr ocedure with this exception: Pr ess the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window . Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into memory .
Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION! This CD player will accept only 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 .
RND — Random Play Press the RND button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play . This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to pr ovide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track.
Supported medium formats (file systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs r ecorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor - mally .
rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR bit rates. MPEG Specifi- cation Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit rate (kbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, 192, 160, 128, 1 12, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 24, 22.
Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play) SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Pressing the SEEK + button plays the next MP3 File. Pressing the SEEK ⫺ button plays the beginning of the MP3 file. Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the previous file.
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’s Manual. SALES CODE RBQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIO W I T H6-D I S CC D CHANGER NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate.
Radio Operation Power/V olume Control Press the PWR/VOL control to turn the radio on. T urn the volume control clockwise to incr ease the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
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 RND button. SET 1 will show in the display window . Select the “1–6” button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button.
T ime Button Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time. General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interfer ence, 2.
If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the disc number , the track number , and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1.
Scan Press the Scan button to scan thr ough each track on the CD currently playing. FF/TUNE/R W Press FF (Fast Forwar d) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is r eleased. The R W (Reverse) button works in a similar manner . Random Play — SET / RND Press the RND button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play .
Program T ype Radio Display Information Inform Jazz Jazz Foreign Language Language News News Nostalgia Nostalgia Oldies Oldies Personality Personality Public Public Rhythm and Blues R & B Religiou.
By pressing the SCAN button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will stop at every PTY station on the band and list each corresponding pr ogram type in the radio display . Ti m e Press the TIME button to change the display fr om elapsed CD playing time to time of day .
SALES CODE RBK — AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLA YER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Radio Operation Power/V olume Control Press the ON/VOL contr ol to turn the radio on. T urn the volume control clockwise to incr ease the volume.
the radio will continue to tune until you release the button. The frequency will be displayed and continu- ously updated while the button is pressed. 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.
Press the AUDIO button a fourth time and F ADE will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust the sound level between the front and r ear speakers. Press the AUDIO button again or wait 5 seconds to exit setting tone, balance, and fade. AM/FM Selection Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM.
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 .
FF/TUNE/R W Press FF (Fast Forwar d) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is r eleased. The R W (Reverse) button works in a similar manner . Random Play — RND/Program Button 4 Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play .
Disc Up/Program Button 1 Press the DISC up (button 1) button to play the next available disc. Disc Down/Program Button 5 Press the DISC down (button 5) button to play the previous disc. Seek Button Press the SEEK up or down to select another track on the same disc.
CD HOT will pause the operation. Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corr ected or another MODE is selected. An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read t.
variety of destinations and routes. Refer to your “Navi- gation User’s Manual” for detailed operating instruc- tions. NOTE: If your vehicle is not equipped with the CD Changer option, you will not be able to use the Naviga- tion system and the CD Player simultaneously .
2. At the Clock Setup scr een highlight the box next to “T ime Zone” and press ENTER. 3. Highlight the appr opriate time zone for you location and press ENTER to stor e your selection. 4. Select “Done” when finished. NOTE: When you are traveling and enter a new time zone, the clock must be reset manually for the new zone.
The CD/DVD Changer will play CD-R, CD-R W , CD- Audio and DVD V ideo disc formats. The video screen will turn on automatically once a DVD is inserted into the changer . NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position before the CD/DVD changer will operate.
which numbered position the disc will be loaded into. The disc will automatically be pulled into the CD/DVD changer . 3. Upon insertion, the disc will begin to play , and the light below the loading slot will turn off. On vehicles equipped with the premium version the light above the chosen button will remain illuminated.
EJECT (EJT) Button If there is a disc in the changer , press the EJT button and the disc will eject. If you do not remove the disc within 10 seconds, it will be reloaded and the display will show P AUSE.
Remote Control Buttons 1. Headphone T ransmitter 2. Menu Up/Next T rack/Chapter 3. Menu Left/Fast Rewind 4. Return 5. Setup 6. Pause/Play 7. Mute 8. Display 9. Mode 10. Program Down - Pr evious Disc 1 1. Program Up - Next Disc 12. Slow 13. Stop 14. Menu 15.
R TN Button (4) This button only functions in CD/DVD mode. Press this button to return to the pr evious menu when in the disc menu mode. SETUP Button (5) This button only functions in CD/DVD mode. Press the button after pressing the ST OP button to access the set up menu.
SLOW Button (12) This button only functions in DVD video mode. Press this button to advance the video. If the DVD is paused, pressing this button will advance the video frame by frame. STOP Button (13) This button only functions in DVD video mode. Press this button to stop the DVD.
Remote Control Battery Service • T o replace the batteries for the r emote control slide the cover rearwar d. The replacement batteries for the r emote control are two AAA batteries. Operating Instructions — Video Screen Push up on the release button to lower the video scr een.
2. Enter Button This button will enter the selection from the on-screen menu. 3. Brightness Button Changes the brightness of the screen pictur e. V ideo Screen Controls UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT .
Operating Instructions — Headphones 1. Power Button 2. V olume Control 3. Power Indicator Power Button Pressing the power button will turn the headphones ON/OFF . An indicator light will illuminate on the head- phone earpiece to indicate the headphones are ON.
• Replace the battery in each earpiece and reinstall the cover . The headphones requir e two AAA batteries. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Operating Instructions — MP3 Player , Portable W alkman An MP3 player can be connected to the audio system. Connect the cables to the RCA jacks located on the front of the CD/DVD changer . NOTE: Follow the manufactures instr uctions for the correct colors when connecting the RCA cables.
2. Cr edit card information. 3. Y our V ehicle Identification Number . Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID) The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system.
Selecting Satellite Mode in RBU, RAZ, RB1 and RBQ Radios Press the MODE button r epeatedly until the word ⬙ SIRIUS ⬙ appears in the display . These radios will also display the following: • After 3 seconds, the current channel name and channel number will be displayed for 5 seconds.
Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, you may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button memory . These satellite channel pre-set stations will not erase any AM or FM pr e-set memory stations.
Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interr upted due to one of the following reasons. • The vehicle is parked in an undergr ound parking structur e or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interr upt reception in the form of short audio mutes.
The right hand rocker switch has a push button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the r ocker switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the r ocker switch will decrease the volume.
T ape Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next selection on the cassette. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current selection or to the beginning of the previous selection if it is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection.
5. A loose tape should be corrected befor e use. T o rewind a loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape drive gear and twist the pencil in the requir ed directions. Maintain your cassette tape player . The head and capstan shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played.
CLIMA TE CONTROLS The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather . Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Front Blower Control The Front Blower Contr ol selects whether the Cli- mate Control System is ON or OFF .
Dual Zone T emperature Control — If Equipped W ith the Dual Zone T emperature Contr ol System, each front seat occupant can independently contr ol the tem- perature of air coming fr om the outlets on their side of the vehicle. This is accomplished by having a separate temperature control lever for both the driver and fr ont seat passenger .
Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instr ument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air . Moving the air vane knob on the center outlets down, will close off the air flow fr om the center outlets.
Bi-Level Mode Air comes from both the instr ument panel outlets, floor outlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directed through the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature lever positions, the bi- level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed thr ough the defrost and side window demister outlets. Mix Mode Air comes from the floor , defrost and side window demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or snowy conditions.
Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost your windshield and side windows. NOTE: For improved safety , the compressor is activated and the recir culation mode is deactivated when Mix or Defrost modes ar e selected.
• If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the A/C air filter , if so equipped, and the front of the A/C condenser for an accumulation of dirt or insects. The A/C condenser is located in front of the radiator . The A/C air filter is located under the instrument panel on the passenger side.
A/C Recirculation Programming The recir culation control is pr ogrammed to cancel the recir culation mode when the ignition key is turned OFF and will reset to outside air mode when the ignition key is turned ON. The frequent use of outside air will help keep odors from building up within the air conditioner - heater housing.
Manual Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped The Manual Rear Zone Climate Control system has floor air outlets to the rear of the right side sliding door and overhead outlets at each outboar d rear seating position. The unit provides warm or cool air thr ough the floor and upper outlets.
The center knob on the front climate contr ol unit has five positions, “REAR”, “OFF”, and a range of blower speeds. Only when the primary control for the r ear blower is in the “REAR” position do the second seat occupants have control of the r ear blower speed.
in the cold position, cold air will be delivered fr om the headliner outlets. As the rear temperature knob is turned towards hot, the air will get warmer , and the air will be delivered fr om both the headliner and floor outlets. When the rear temperatur e knob reaches the full hot position, all of the air will be delivered fr om the floor outlets.
Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by press- ing the auto rocker switch to the “HI” or “LO” position, the word “AUT O” will illuminate in the front A TC display along with “HI” or “LO”. The system will then automatically regulate the amount of air flow .
off and “DELA Y” will appear in the front A TC display until the engine warms up. Also, an estimate of the time remaining until the “DELA Y” is over will appear peri- odically in the display . However , the fan will engage immediately if the defrost mode is selected or by r otating the blower control to any fixed blower speed.
The operator can also select the direction of the air by rotating the right mode contr ol knob to one of the following positions. Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instr ument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air .
Bi-Level Mode Air comes fr om both the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directed through the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature positions, the bi-level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed thr ough the defrost and side window demister outlets. Mix Mode Air comes from the floor , defrost and side window demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or snowy conditions.
Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost your windshield and side windows. NOTE: While operating in either ⬙ Auto HI ⬙ or ⬙ Auto LO ⬙ , the system will not automatically sense the presence of fog, mist, or ice on the windshield.
Recirculation Control When outside air contains smoke, odors, high humidity , or if rapid cooling is desired, you may wish to recir culate interior air by pressing the recir culation button. The recir culation mode should only be used temporarily . The recirculation symbol will illuminate in the display when this button is selected.
“AUTO”. Only when the “REAR SYSTEM” knob is in the “REAR CONTROL” position do the second seat occu- pants have control of the Rear Automatic T emperature Control System. The Rear Automatic T emperature Control System is located in the headliner near the center of the vehicle.
• The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric by selecting the US/M customer programmable featur e. Refer to the “Overhead Console-Customer Pr ogram- mable Features” in Section 3 of this manual.
Rear Mode Control The Rear Mode Control, located in the headliner near the center of the vehicle can be used to select between Auto, Headliner , Bi- Level and Floor modes. Auto Mode The rear system automatically maintains the corr ect mode and comfort level desired by the r ear seat occu- pants.
glycol antifreeze coolant in water is r ecommended. Refer to section 7, Maintenance Procedur es, of this manual for proper coolant selection. W inter Operation T o insure the best possible heater and .
Operating T ips A/C Air Filter — If Equipped On vehicles equipped with Automatic T emperature Con- trol (A TC), the climate control system filters out dust and pollen from the air . Refer to section 7 “Air Conditioning” for filter replacement instr uctions.
Rear W asher Operation — Manual T emperature Control Only The controls ar e located on the Manual T empera- ture Contr ol head above the front blower contr ol.
Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation — Automatic T emperature Control Only When this button is pressed and the ignition switch is in the ON position, the rear wiper will operate at a fixed interval of about 8 seconds. As vehicle speed increases, the time delay will shorten.
The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid when the Low W asher Fluid Light illuminates. Electric Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped Press this button to turn on the r ear window defroster and the optional heated mirr ors. A light will show that the defroster is on.
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ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es ..................... 3 0 7 ▫ Automatic T ransmission ................ 3 0 8 ▫ Normal Starting (Above 32°F / 0°C) ........ 3 0 8 ▫ Extremely Cold W eather Starting (Below ⫺ 20°F / –29°C) .
䡵 Power Steering ........................ 3 2 1 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces .............. 3 2 2 ▫ Acceleration ......................... 3 2 2 ▫ T raction ............................ 3 2 3 䡵 T ire Safety Information ................... 3 2 3 ▫ T ire Markings .
▫ T ire Pressur e Monitoring Low Pressure W arnings ........................... 3 4 5 ▫ Base T ire Pressur e Monitoring System W ith Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped ......................... 3 4 5 ▫ Service T ire System Soon .
▫ Replacement Parts ..................... 3 5 8 ▫ Maintenance ......................... 3 5 8 䡵 V ehicle Loading ........................ 3 5 8 ▫ V ehicle Certification Label ............... 3 5 9 ▫ Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) .....
ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. W ARNING! • Be sure to turn off the engine if you want to rest or sleep in your car . Accidents can be caused by inadvertently moving the gear selection lever or by pressing the accelerator pedal.
Automatic T ransmission The gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or P ARK position before you can start the engine. Depr ess the brake pedal before shifting into any driving gear . Normal Starting (Above 32°F / 0°C) 1. Do not depr ess the accelerator .
If Engine Fails T o Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” procedur e, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded.
W ARNING! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic trans- mission cannot be started this way . Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.
The engine block heater cord is r outed under the hood on the driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap that is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power Module. W ARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 1 10-1 15 volt electrical cord could cause electrocution.
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.
Reset Mode - Electronic T ransmission The transmission is monitored electr onically for abnor- mal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the transmission automatically shifts into sec- ond gear . The transmission remains in second gear despite the forward gear selected.
W ARNING! Never use Park position on an automatic transmis- sion as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. “R” Reverse Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
occur only to prevent engine overspeed while downshifts occur earlier than other gear range selections. NOTE: The vehicle computer will over ride Overdrive and “3” Drive ranges by changing shift points if the transmission operating temperature exceeds acceptable limits.
before placing the gear shift lever in P ARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of P ARK. W ARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury .
When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels towar d the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle.
W ARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu- ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
When the vehicle is driven over approximately 7 mph (1 1 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises. These noises ar e the system performing its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS system is working properly .
TRACTION CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressur e is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to pr ovide enhanced acceleration and stability .
NOTE: The T raction Control will make buzzing or clicking sounds when in operation. NOTE: Extended heavy use of T raction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the TRAC and the OFF indicators located in the instrument cluster . This is to prevent over heating of the brake system and is a normal condition.
W ARNING! Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. CAUTION! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should be avoided when possible.
T raction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and r oad surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability . T o reduce this possibility , the following precau- tions should be observed: 1.
• European Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards. T ires designed to this standar d have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter ⬙ P ⬙ is absent from this tir e size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • L T (Light T ruck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.
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.
EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry . H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions.
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.
Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tir e inflation pressur e is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar .
3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pr essures for the fr ont, rear and spare tir es. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and car go being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
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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.
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. Under inflation, also increases tire r olling resistance and r esults in higher fuel consump- tion.
check tire pr essure. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Radial tir es may look properly inflated even when they ar e under inflated. CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped).
T ire Pressures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tir e inflation pressur e is very important.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emer gency use with radial tires. It is engineer ed to be used on your style vehicle only . Since this tire has limited tread life, the original tire should be r epaired (or r eplaced) and rein- stalled at the first opportunity .
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped The limited use spare tir e is for temporary emergency use on your vehicle. This tire is identified by a limited use spare tir e warning label located on the limited use spare tire and wheel assembly . This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the fr ont or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
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.
Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: • Driving style • T ire pressur e • Distance driven W ARNING! T ires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread.
W ARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unap- proved tires and wheels may change suspension dimen- sions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle.
Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. V ibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- balance. Proper balancing will r educe vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear . TIRE CHAINS Use only compact chains, or other traction aids that meet SAE type “Class S” specifications.
NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tir es, chains, and your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of time on dry pavement. Observe the tire chain manufactur er’s instructions on method of installation, operating speed, and conditions for usage.
Section of this manual. More fr equent rotation is permis- sible if desired. The r easons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to r otation being per- formed. The suggested rotation method is the “forwar d-cross” shown in the following diagram.
• The T ire Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pr essure if the tir e pressure falls below the low pressur e warning threshold for any reason, including low temperatur e effects.
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure W arnings The T ire Pressur e Monitoring T elltale Lamp will illuminate in the instrument cluster and an audible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tir e pressur es are low . The audible chime will sound once every ignition cycle for each low tire condition that it detects.
• Receiver Module • 4 T ire Pressur e Monitoring Sensors • V arious T ire Pr essure Monitoring System Messages, which display in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) • T ire Press.
text message. The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes, without an audible chime, until the condition no longer exists. The flash cycle sequence will repeat and an audible chime will sound once every ignition cycle for each condition that it detects.
CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the wheel rim sensor . NOTE: • The T ire Pressur e Monitoring System does not monitor the temporary spare tir e.
Pressur e Monitoring Lamp to be ON, and a Chime will sound. This sequence will repeat for every key cycle until the original TPMS tire has been pr operly repair ed (or replaced) and put back on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tir e. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Over 40 automobile manufacturers ar ound the world have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- tions (the W orld W ide Fuel Charter , WWFC) to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, engine performance, and durability for your vehicle.
manufacturer . While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of Metha- nol. MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num- ber .
• The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law . Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance, damage the emission control system. • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to overheat.
the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repair ed promptly . Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. • Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex- haust gases from entering the vehicle.
As a reminder , a fuel icon with an arrow “ 䉳 ” indicating which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located on, is located in the instrument cluster , just below the Fuel Gage. The fuel tank filler tube has a restricting door about 2 inches (50 mm) inside the opening.
NOTE: • T ighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is properly tightened. • If the gas cap is not tighten properly , the Malfunction Indicator Light will come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled.
FLEXIBLE FUEL — FLEET VEHICLES ONL Y E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve- hicles only . These vehicles can be identified by the unique fuel filler door label that states Ethanol (E-85) or Un- leaded Gasoline Only .
For best results, a r efueling pattern that alternates be- tween E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be avoided. When you do switch fuels, it is recommended that • you do not switch when the fuel gaug.
Cruising Range Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel con- sumption. Y ou can expect your MPG and your driving range to decrease by about 30% compar ed to gasoline operation.
V ehicle Certification Label Y our vehicle has a certification label attached to the driver’s door pillar . The label contains the following information: • Name of manufacturer • Month and year .
W ARNING! Because the front wheels drive and steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GA WR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident.
The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for operation. W eigh it on a commercial scale to insur e that it is not over the GVWR. Figure out the weight on the fr ont and rear of the vehicle separately .
A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note that neither the GVWR or the GA WR capacities have been exceeded. Example Only Front Axle Rear Axle Empty W eight 2,140 lbs (971 kg) 1,470 lbs (667 .
TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer car efully re- view this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible.
Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) The GA WR is the maximum capacity of the front and r ear axles. Distribute the load over the front and r ear axles evenly . Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GA WR. W ARNING! It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GA WR.
W eight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- age through spring (load) bars. They ar e typically used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
W eight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of W eight Distributing System 366 ST ARTING AND OPERA TING.
T railer Hitch Classification Y our vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional T railer T ow Prep Package.
T railer T owing Weights (Maximum T railer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/T ransmission GCWR (Gross Com- bined Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross T railer Wt.
Engine/T ransmission GCWR (Gross Com- bined Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross T railer Wt.) Max. T ongue Wt. 3.3L & 3.8L Auto- matic with trailer tow package 8,600 lbs (3 900 kg) 40 SQ. FT . (3.72 square meters) Up to 2 persons & Luggage 3,800 lbs (1 723 kg)* 380 lbs (172 kg) 8,600 lbs (3 900 kg) 40 SQ.
T railer and T ongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer . This places 10% to 15% of the Gross T railer W eight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
W ARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control.
4. T ongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requir ement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). T owing Requirements — T ires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tir e.
− T railer brakes are r ecommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and requir ed for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity .
NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector . Refer to the following illustrations. T owing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away fr om heavy traffic.
T owing T ips — Automatic T ransmission The “D” range can be selected when towing. However , if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3” range should be selected.
− Highway Driving Reduce speed. − Air Conditioning T urn off temporarily . − refer to Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more informa- tion.
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WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher .................. 3 8 0 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................. 3 8 1 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ................ 3 8 2 ▫ Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating . .
HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The hazard flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel above the radio. T o engage the Hazard W arning Flashers, depress the switch on the instrument panel. When the Hazar d W arn- ing Switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traf fic of an emer- gency .
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEA TS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appr opriate ac- tion. • On the highways — Slow down. • In city traffic — While stopped, put transmission in neutral, but do not increase engine idle speed.
W ARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. Y ou or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. Y ou may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see Section 7, Maintenance, of this manual.
Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating Preparations For Jacking W ARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.
Jack Location — Stow ’n Go Seating The jack, jack handle and winch handle tools are stowed behind the rear left side trim panel in the r ear cargo ar ea. Pull up on the lever to release the cover . Remove the scissors jack and jack handle by rotating the small wing nut to the left.
Spare T ire Stowage — Stow ’n Go Seating For vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the spare tire is stowed inside a pr otective cover located under the center of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mecha- nism. The “spare tir e drive” nut is located on the floor , under a plastic cap between the front seats.
Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating 1. Loosen (but do not r emove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 2. T o remove the compact spar e tire/cover assembly , assemble the winch handle extensions to form a “T’ and fit the winch “T” handle over the drive nut.
CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch “T” handle only . Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. 3. Assemble the winch handle extensions to form the Spare T ire Hook and pull the compact spar e tire/cover assembly from under the vehicle.
4. When the compact spar e tire/cover assembly is clear of the vehicle, stand the tire/cover assembly upright and remove the wheel spacer by squeezing the two r etaining tabs together . 5. Ther e are two jack engagement locations on each side of the body , refer to the following illustration.
Jack Engagement Locations WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 6.
6. These locations ar e on the sill flange of the body and consist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to be located, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabs closest to the wheel to be changed. Place the wrench on the jack screw and turn to the right until the jack head is properly engaged in the described location.
10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack scr ew to the left. 1 1. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening for incr eased leverage. Alternate lug nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correct wheel nut tightness is 130 N·m (95 ft.
16. Check the compact spare tir e pressur e as soon as possible. Correct pr essure as r equired. Secure The Spare T ire As Follows: 1. T o stow the compact spare tir e/cover assembly on vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, assemble the winch handle extensions to form a “T’ and fit the winch “T” handle over the drive nut.
W ARNING! A loose compact spare tire/cover assembly , thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the com- pact spare tire with the cover assembly in the place provided. CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch “T” handle only .
W ARNING! V erify that ’both’ retainer tabs of the wheel spacer have been properly extended through the center of the wheel and spare tire cover assembly . Failure to properly engage both retainer tabs could result in loss of the spare tire & cover assembly , which will cause vehicle damage and may cause loss of control of the vehicle.
W ARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough of f the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. • T urn on the Hazard W arning Flasher . • Block both the front and r ear of the wheel diagonally oppo- site the jacking position.
Spare T ire Stowage — Non Stow ’n Go Seating For vehicles not equipped with Stow ’n Go seating the spare tir e is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. T o remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle to r otate the “spare tir e drive” nut.
Jacking Instructions — Non Stow ’n Go Seating 1. Loosen (but do not r emove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
Jack Engagement Locations 398 WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES.
5. These locations ar e on the sill flange of the body and consist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to be located, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabs closest to the wheel to be changed. Place the wrench on the jack screw and turn to the right until the jack head is properly engaged in the described location.
NOTE: Do not install the wheel cover on the compact spare. Do not use a hammer or force to install the wheel covers. 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack scr ew to the left. 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening for incr eased leverage.
• For convenience in checking the spare tir e inflation, stow with the valve stem toward the r ear of the vehicle. • Using the jack handle, rotate the drive nut to the right until the wheel is drawn into place against the underside of the vehicle.
Check the Battery T est Indicator (if equipped). If a light or bright colored dot is visible in the indicator (if equipped), DO NOT jump-start the battery .
W ARNING! Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharge battery . The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode. During cold weather when temperatures are below freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze.
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.
CAUTION! • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the front fascia will result. • Always use wheel lift equipment when towing from the front. The only other approved method of towing is with a flat bed truck.
TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH A T OW DOLL Y The manufacturer does not recommend that you tow a front wheel drive vehicle on a tow dolly .
MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 3.3L/3.8L Engines ...................... 4 1 0 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ........ 4 1 1 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............ 4 1 1 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ......
▫ Steering Shaft Seal .................... 4 2 5 ▫ Steering Linkage ...................... 4 2 5 ▫ Drive Shaft Universal Joints .............. 4 2 5 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 4 2 6 ▫ W indshield W iper Blades ................ 4 2 6 ▫ W indshield And Rear W indow W ashers .
▫ Rear T ail, Stop, T urn Signal, Side Marker And Back-Up Lights ....................... 4 5 5 ▫ Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 456 ▫ License Light ........................ 4 5 7 䡵 Fluids And Capacities ................... 4 5 7 䡵 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts .
3.3L/3.8L ENGINES Engine Compartment 3.3L/3.8L Engines 410 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.
cap until a ⬙ clicking ⬙ sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Pr ess the odometer reset button to turn the message of f. If the problem persists, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. 5. Appr oximately 15 seconds later , one of two things will happen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn of f the ignition key or start the engine.
DEALER SERVICE Y our dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner . Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any pr ocedure yourself.
The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or befor e starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level r eadings.
Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the following list to see if any apply to you. • Day or night temperatures ar e below 32°F (0°C). • Stop and Go driving. • Extensive engine idling.
Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that ar e API certified and meet the requir ements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Materials Added to Engine Oil The manufacture str ongly recommends against the addi- tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered pr oduct and it’s performance may be impaired by supplemental ad- ditives.
Also check belt routing to make sur e there is no interfer- ence between the belts and other engine components. Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire pr operly to assure engine perfor - mance and emission control. New plugs should be in- stalled at the specified mileage.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not requir e maintenance. However , it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assur e proper catalyst operation and pr event possible catalyst damage. CAUTION! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
vehicle allowed to cool. Thereafter , service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications, should be ob- tained immediately . T o minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: • Do not shut off the engine or interr upt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
W ARNING! Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water .
Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a system performance check.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluor ocar- bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pr o- tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
W ARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only manufacturers recommended power steering fluid. If necessary , add fluid to restore to the pr oper indicated level.
Continued operation could result in failur e of the univer- sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of the grease. This would r equire complete r eplacement of the joint assembly .
Windshield and Rear Window W ashers The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shar ed. It is located in the engine compartment and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals.
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. After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or freezing the fluid on the cold windshield.
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, refer to “Exhaust Gas” in the Safety T ips section of this manual.
Engine Coolant Checks Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) pr otection every 12 months (before the onset of fr eezing weather , where applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fr esh coolant.
CAUTION! Mixing of coolants other than specified HOA T en- gine coolants, may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. If a non-HOA T cool- ant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency , it should be replaced with the specified coolant as soon as possible.
The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion pr otection in the engine cooling system. Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of pr otection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatur es occurring in the area wher e the vehicle is operated.
do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician immediately . Clean up any ground spills immediately . Engine Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate.
• Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If antifr eeze needs to be added, contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against fr eezing.
Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou- plings to make sure they ar e secure and no leaks ar e present. Components should be replaced immediately if ther e is any evidence of wear or damage that could cause failure.
Brake And Power Steering Hoses When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance, inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle r ubber , cracking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber .
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing underhood services, or immediately if the brake system warning light indicates system failure. Clean the top of the master cylinder area befor e removing the cap.
CAUTION! Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid — all brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake fail- ure.
CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder . Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturers recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes.
5. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot or warm. Hot fluid is approximately 180°F (82°C), which is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle has been driven at least 15 miles (24 km). The fluid cannot be comfortably held between the finger tips.
• Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, or trailer towing where the vehicle is driven r egularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. NOTE: Refer to Section 8 of this manual for Mainte- nance Schedules. If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corr osion resistance built into your vehicle. What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the r esult of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings fr om your vehicle.
CAUTION! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder , which will scratch metal and painted surfaces. Special Care • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the under carriage at least once a month.
Wheel and Wheel T rim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned r egularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corr osion. T o remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use Mopar 威 Wheel Cleaner (05066247AB) or equivalent or select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner .
W ARNING! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. Cleaning High Gloss Front Door B-pillar Appliques When cleaning the front door B-pillar appliques, car e must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instr uments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners.
Press the stop tab, slide the entir e drawer out and remove it from the instr ument panel. Cleaning Soak the drawer , with the drawer front facing up, in a mixture of medium hot tap water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap. Let soak for approximately one hour .
FUSES — INTEGRA TED POWER MODULE An Integrated Power Module (IPM) located in the engine compartment near the battery . This center contains car- tridge fuses and mini fuses. A label that identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover .
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Description F28 40 Amp Green Power W indows F30 40 Amp Green Headlight W ashers (Export Only) F31 40 Amp Green Power Sliding Door F32 40 Amp Green Power Liftgate Cavity Mini Fuse.
Cavity Mini Fuse Description F21 25 Amp Natural Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module F23 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch F24 20 Amp Y el- low Hazard F26 20 Amp Y el- low Stop Lamp F33 15 Amp Blue Front/Rear.
position are fused with self r esetting fuses that are only serviceable by an authorized dealer . The power seats are fused by a 30 Amp circuit br eaker located under the driver’s seat. The Power W indows are fused by a 25 Amp circuit br eaker located under the instrument panel near the steering column.
NOTE: For lighted switches, see your dealer for replace- ment instructions. All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement. LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number Back-up, T ail, Stop, T urn Signal, & Sidemarker .
2. T urn the bulb socket retaining ring or the bulb assem- bly counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and r eplace the bulb. NOTE: On some vehicles it may be necessary to slide the red r elease lock rearwar d and push forward on the connector while depressing the r elease tab.
Front Park/T urn Signal and Sidemarker Lights 1. Remove the thr ee screws securing the headlight mod- ule. 2. T wist the turn signal socket to remove fr om the headlight module and pull bulb from socket. 3. Replace bulb, reinstall socket and then reinstall the headlight module.
Fog Lights 1. Reach behind the fr ont fascia from under the vehicle. 2. T wist the front fog light bulb to r emove from the fog light housing. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and r eplace the bulb. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers.
3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to r emove it from the housing. 4. Pull the bulb to r emove it from the socket. 5. Replace the bulb, r einstall the socket, and reattach the light assembly . Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) 1. Remove the two scr ews securing the CHMSL.
License Light 1. Remove the two lens assembly mounting scr ews. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Replace the bulb and reattach the lens assembly . FLUIDS AND CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel 20 Gallons 76 Liters Engine Oil-with filter 3.3 & 3.8 Liter Engines (SAE 5W -20, API Certified) 5.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive T echnology) or equivalent Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W -20 engine oil.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ........ 4 6 0 䡵 Maintenance Schedules ................... 4 6 0 ▫ Schedule “B” .
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.
• T axi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser - vice). 〫 • Off-r oad or desert operation. • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule ⬙ B ⬙ . Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi- tions.
Once a Month • Check tire pr essure and look for unusual wear or damage. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as requir ed. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir , brake master cylinder , power steering and transmission and add as needed.
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 96 000 km (60,000 miles) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an 〫 .
Miles 3, 000 6, 000 9, 000 12, 000 15, 000 18, 000 (Kilometers) (5 000 ) (10 000 ) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Rotate T ires XX X Inspect the brake linings. XX Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
Miles 21, 000 24, 000 27, 000 30, 000 33, 000 36, 000 (Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Rotate T ires XX X Inspect the brake linings. XX Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
Miles 39, 000 42, 000 45, 000 48, 000 51, 000 54, 000 (Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Rotate T ires XX X Inspect the brake linings. XX Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
Miles 57, 000 60, 000 63, 000 66, 000 69, 000 72, 000 (Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Rotate T ires XX X Inspect the brake linings. XX Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Rotate T ires XX X Inspect the brake linings. XX Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
Miles 93, 000 96, 000 99, 000 102, 000 105, 000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXX X Rotate T ires XX Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if neces- sary .
Miles 108, 000 1 1 1, 000 114, 000 1 17, 000 120, 000 (Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX Rotate T ires XXX Inspect the brake linings. XX Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
‡ This maintenance is not requir ed if previously r eplaced. 〫 This maintenance is requir ed only for police, taxi, limousine type operation, or trailer towing. Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
SCHEDULE “A” Miles 6, 000 12, 000 18, 000 24, 000 30, 000 36, 000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000 ) (50 000) (60 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X XXXXX Rotate T ires X XXXXX Inspect the brake linings.
Miles 42, 000 48, 000 54, 000 60, 000 66, 000 72, 000 (Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X XXXX Rotate T ires X X XXXX Inspect the brake linings.
Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 (Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XX X X Rotate T ires XX X X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
Miles 102, 000 108, 000 1 14, 000 120, 000 (Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [Months] [102] [108] [1 14] [120] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XX X X Rotate T ires XX X X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
Miles 102, 000 108, 000 1 14, 000 120, 000 (Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [Months] [102] [108] [1 14] [120] Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not done at 102,000 miles. X Replace the air conditioning filter .
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V e h i c l e .............................. 4 7 8 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 4 7 8 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 4 7 8 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests .
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 .
technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed corr ectly and in a timely manner . This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first.
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) T o assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (T elecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center .
W ARRANTY INFORMA TION (U.S. V ehicles Only) See the W arranty Information Booklet for the terms and provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to this vehicle. MOP AR 姞 P ARTS Mopar 威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer .
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on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor - mance. W ARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
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Adding Fuel ........................... 3 5 3 Adding W asher Fluid .................. 300,427 Additives, Fuel ......................... 3 5 1 Adjustable Pedals ....................... 1 6 2 Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 4 2 3 Air Conditioning .
Reset Mode .......................... 3 1 3 Selection Of Lubricant ................ 438,458 S h i f t i n g ............................. 3 1 3 Special Additives ...................... 4 4 1 Automatic T ransmission ................... 4 3 8 Adding Fluid .
Oil (Engine) .......................... 4 1 7 Radiator (Coolant Pressur e) ............... 4 3 2 Car W ashes ............................ 4 4 2 Carbon Monoxide W arning ................. 3 5 2 Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ....................... 1 9 7 Cargo (V ehicle Loading) .
Compass V ariance ....................... 1 6 8 Computer , T rip/T ravel .................... 1 7 0 Console, Overhead ....................... 1 6 6 Console, Removable ................... 191,193 Contract, Service ........................ 4 8 0 Coolant Pressur e Cap (Radiator Cap) .
Door Ajar Light ......................... 2 1 2 Door Locks ............................. 2 7 Door Locks, Automatic .................... 2 8 Door Opener , Garage ..................... 1 7 5 D r i v e B e l t s ............................ 4 1 8 Drive Shaft Universal Joints .
Oil Synthetic ......................... 4 1 7 Overheating .......................... 3 8 1 T emperature Gauge ..................... 2 1 5 Event Data Recorder ...................... 7 1 Exhaust Gas Caution .............. 4 2 , 8 7 , 352,429 Exhaust System .
Freeing A Stuck V ehicle ................... 4 0 3 Fuel ................................. 3 4 9 Adding ............................. 3 5 3 Additives ............................ 3 5 1 C l e a n A i r ............................ 3 5 0 Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .
Head Phones ........................... 2 6 6 Head Restraints ......................... 1 2 2 Headlights ............................ 1 5 1 Bulb Replacement ...................... 4 5 2 High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 1 5 5 Lights On Reminder .
Jack Location .................. 384,386,395,397 Jack Operation .................... 382,386,397 Jacking Instructions ................... 386,397 Jump Starting .......................... 4 0 1 Key , Programming ........................ 1 7 Key , Replacement .
Headlights On Reminder ................. 1 5 3 High Beam Indicator .................... 2 1 6 High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 1 5 5 Illuminated Entry ....................... 2 0 Interior .......................... 150,151 License .............
Maintenance, Airbag ...................... 7 0 Maintenance Free Battery .................. 4 2 1 Maintenance Procedur es ................... 4 1 4 Maintenance Schedule .................... 4 6 0 Light Duty Schedule “B” ................. 4 6 3 Schedule “A” .
Checking ............................ 4 1 4 Disposal ............................ 4 1 8 F i l t e r ............................ 418,458 Filter Disposal ........................ 4 1 8 Identification Logo ..................... 4 1 7 Materials Added to .
Sunroof ............................. 1 8 1 W indows ............................. 3 1 Power Steering Fluid ..................... 4 5 8 Pregnant W omen and Seat Belts .............. 5 5 Preparation for Jacking ................. 383,394 Pretensioners Seat Belts .
Replacement T ires ....................... 3 3 9 Reporting Safety Defects ................... 4 8 1 Restraint, Head ......................... 1 2 2 Restraints, Child ....................... 7 3 , 8 0 Restraints, Infant ......................... 7 4 Rocking V ehicle When Stuck .
Integrated, Child ....................... 7 3 Lumbar Support ....................... 1 2 5 Memory ............................. 1 4 5 Power .............................. 1 2 1 R e c l i n i n g ............................ 1 2 4 Removal .............
T i l t C o l u m n .......................... 1 5 7 Wheel Lock ........................... 1 4 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . 272 Storage ............................ 188,451 Storage Bin ............................ 1 8 8 Storage, V ehicle .
Load Capacity ..................... 328,329 Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 3 4 3 Quality Grading ....................... 4 8 3 Radial .............................. 3 3 5 Replacement ......................... 3 3 9 Rotation ..............
T ransmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) ................................. 2 5 T ransmitter , Garage Door Opener (HomeLink 威 ) . . 175 T ransmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . 23 T ransmitter , Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........
Wheel and Wheel T rim Care ................ 4 4 4 Wheel Bearings ......................... 4 4 1 W ind Buffeting ....................... 3 2 , 1 8 3 W indow Fogging ........................ 2 9 7 W indows .............................. 3 1 Power .....
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