Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 2006 Grand Caravan Dodge
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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 3 䡵 Sentry Key ............................ 1 3 ▫ Replacement Keys .
䡵 V ehicle Theft Alarm — If Equipped ........... 2 6 䡵 Sliding Side Door ........................ 2 8 ▫ Sliding Door Open Flash ................. 3 0 ▫ Power Sliding Door — If Equipped ......... 3 0 ▫ Child Protection Door Lock .........
▫ DaimlerChrysler Corporation Integrated Child Seat — If Equipped ................ 6 9 ▫ Child Restraint ........................ 6 9 䡵 Rear Seat Delete Feature (Commercial V ehicles Only) — If Equipped ..... 7 8 ▫ Restraining Infants And Small Children W ith Seat Delete Feature (Commercial V ehicles Only) .
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Y ou can insert the double sided keys into the locks with either side up. The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys fr om your dealer .
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! Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger- ous for a number of reasons.
chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic regar dless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electr onics. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it can not be programmed to any other vehicle.
4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds a single chime will sound. The Theft Alarm Light will stop flashing, turn on for 3 seconds; then turn off. The new Sentry Key has been programmed.
NOTE: • The front courtesy over head console, door courtesy and liftgate lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the interior lights ON position (extreme top position). • The illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “ defeat ” position (extr eme downward position).
W ARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle.
If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you fr om acciden- tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key or closing the door will allow the locks to operate.
Auto Unlock On Exit — If Equipped The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: 1. The Auto Door Locks featur e is enabled and the Auto Unlock On Exit feature is enabled, 2. the transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h), 3.
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.
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 164 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.
T o arm the system: Remove the key from the ignition switch and either: 1. Pr ess a power door lock button while the driver ’ so r passenger ’ s door is open. 2. Pr ess the LOCK button on the keyless entry transmit- ter . After the last door is closed, or if all doors are closed, the system will arm itself in about 16 seconds.
• The system remains armed during liftgate entry , press- ing the liftgate button will not disarm the system, if someone enters the vehicle through the liftgate and opens any door the alarm will sound. • When the system is armed, the doors can not be unlocked from the interior power door lock switches.
T o keep your door operating properly , observe the fol- lowing guidelines: • Always open the door smoothly . • A void high impacts against the door stop when open- ing the door . This is very important when your vehicle is parked on an incline as the door will slide faster in the downhill direction.
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.
The power sliding door will operate from the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door , regar dless of the child lock lever position.
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.
The power liftgate may also be opened by pressing the button located on the overhead console. 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.
• 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.
NOTE: In the event of an individual being locked inside the storage bin, the storage bin cover can be opened from inside of the bin by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark strap attached to the storage bin cover latching mechanism.
WINDOWS Manual Rear V ent Windows A lever at the rear of each window r eleases the window so that it can be pushed out for ventilation. Power V ent Windows — If Equipped Switches on the driver ’ s door trim panel let the driver operate the two vent windows from the fr ont seat.
Power Windows — If Equipped 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 . The switches will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACCESSOR Y position.
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buf feting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunr oof opening to minimize the buffeting. 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.
2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 ° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. 3. Slide the latch plate upwar d over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate.
Center Lap Belts The center seating positions have a lap belt only . T o fasten the lap belt, slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “ click ” . T o lengthen the lap belt, tilt the latch plate and pull. T o remove slack, pull the loose end of the webbing.
NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for pr oper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly . The pretensioners ar e triggered by the fr ont airbag con- trol module (see Fr ont Airbag Section).
2. T urn the ignition switch to the RUN position (engine does not need to be running), and wait for the Seat Belt W arning Light to turn off. 3. W ithin 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the RUN position, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver ’ s seat belt at least three times within 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled.
should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough. When it is not requir ed, remove the extender and stow it. W ARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have differ ent rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size. Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federal regulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to “ Occupant Classification System ” in this section).
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.
If your vehicle is equipped, the window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to sever e side collisions. But even in collisions where the airbags inflate, you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to protect you pr operly .
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 .
The Airbag System consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • AIRBAG Readiness Light • Driver Airbag • Front Passenger Airbag • W indow Bags above Side W indows (If Eq.
proper rate of inflation. The fr ont airbag inflators are designed to provide dif ferent rates of airbag inflation. • The ORC may modify the rate of inflation based on the occupant size provided by the Occupant Classification Module. • The ORC will not detect side, roll over , or rear impacts.
• The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel. When the ORC and impact sensors detects a collision requiring the air - bags, it signals the inflator units.
• When the ORC and the side impact sensors (with side impact option) detects a collision requiring the Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker , it signals the inflator unit. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker .
removal or loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized dealer . Only manufacturer appr oved seat accessories may be used. If there is a fault pr esent in the system, the AIRBAG warning light will illuminate indicating that you should take the vehicle to an authorized dealer .
Remember , if the P AD indicator light is illuminated the passenger front airbag will not inflate. For almost all properly installed child r estraints, the “ P AD Indicator Light ” will be illuminated indicating that the front pas- senger airbag is turned off and will not inflate.
• The Belt T ension Sensor (BTS) — If Equipped is located at the outboard passenger lap belt anchor . The BTS generates a signal based on outboard lap belt tension.
• Do not use prior or future model year seat covers not designated for the specific model being repair ed. Al- ways use the correct seat cover specified for the vehicle. • Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seat cover . • Do not add a secondary seat cover other than those approved by DaimlerChrysler/Mopar .
However , if you haven ’ t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately . • As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-pr oduct of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation.
Maintaining Y our Airbag System W ARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. Y ou could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you.
• The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second interval. • The light flickers or comes on and remains on while driving. DaimlerChrysler Corporation Integrated Child Seat — If Equipped Operating instructions for this seat ar e included with the seat.
W ARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby , can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured.
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.
• Check belt fit periodically . A child ’ s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of 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.
that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it, befor e you buy it. • The restraint must be appr opriate for your child ’ s weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits. • Carefully follow the instr uctions that come with the restraint.
Don ’ t leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or collision, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury . Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren (LA TCH) E.
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.
T ether Installation For Commercial V ehicles W ith Rear Seat Delete T o secure the child r estraint upper tether strap to the vehicle, follow the instructions shown: 1. Locate the child r estraint tether anchor on the floor just behind the front passenger seat.
4. If necessary , raise the passenger seat head restraint to allow the tether strap to be routed under the head r estraint. 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.
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 Mirrors ............................... 9 0 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................. 9 0 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped .... 9 0 ▫ Driver ’ s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped .
▫ Things Y ou Should Know About Y our UConnect ™ System .................... 1 1 1 䡵 Seats ................................ 1 1 7 ▫ Manual Front & Second Row Seat Adjuster . . . 1 17 ▫ 8 – W ay Driver ’ s Power Seat — If Equipped .
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ....... 1 4 5 ▫ Daytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet V ehicles Only) ............. 1 4 5 ▫ Lights-On Reminder ................... 1 4 5 ▫ Battery Protection ..................... 1 4 5 ▫ Headlamp Delay — If Equipped .
▫ Compass/T emperature Display ........... 1 5 9 ▫ Mini-T rip Computer ................... 1 6 2 ▫ Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped ......................... 1 6 3 ▫ Customer Programmable Featur es — If Equipped .
▫ Overhead Rail System — If Equipped ....... 1 8 2 ▫ Removable Floor Console W ith Fold-In-Floor Seating — If Equipped ................. 1 8 4 ▫ Removable Floor Console W ithout Fold-In-Floor Seating — If Equipped ................. 1 8 5 ▫ Rear Compartment Storage Bins .
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.
Outside Mirror — Driver ’ s Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror . Outside Mirror — Passenger ’ s Side Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to the vehicle.
Select a mirror and pr ess one of the four arrows for the direction you want the mirr or to move. Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors ar e heated to melt frost or ice. This featur e is activated whenever you turn on the Rear W indow Defrost.
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.
• For identification purposes, you will be prompted to give the UConnect ™ system a name for your cellular phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name. • Y ou will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7, 1 being the highest priority .
Call by Saying a Name • Press the “ Phone ” button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Call. ⬙ • System will prompt you to say the name of the person you want call. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call.
After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to r eturn to the main menu. The UConnect ™ system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations.
Delete Entries in the UConnect ™ Phonebook NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • Press the ’ Phone ’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Phonebook Delete.
• After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be deleted. List All Names in the UConnect ™ Phonebook • Press the ’ Phone ’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Phonebook List Names. ⬙ • The UConnect ™ system will play the names of all the phonebook entries.
Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call Currently in Progress If a call is currently in pr ogress and you have another incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your cell phone. Press the ’ Phone ’ button to place the curr ent call on hold and answer the incoming call.
Conference Call When two calls are in pr ogress (one active and one on hold), press and hold the ’ Phone ’ button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call.
until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the UConnect ™ system and transfer of the call to the mobile phone. • After ignition key is switched to off, a call can contin.
If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect ™ system is operational, you may reach the emer gency number as follows: • Press the ’ Phone ’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Emergency ⬙ and the UConnect ™ system will instr uct the paired cellular phone to call the emer gency num- ber .
Paging T o learn how to page, refer to ⬙ W orking with Automated Systems. ⬙ Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time-out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnect ™ system. V oice Mail Calling T o learn how to access your voice mail, refer to ⬙ W orking with Automated Systems.
T urning Confirmation Prompts On/Off T urning confirmation prompts of f will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g. the UConnect ™ sys- tem will not repeat a phone number befor e you dial it). • Press the ’ Phone ’ button to begin.
Mute/Un-mute (Mute off) When you mute the UConnect ™ system, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party , but the other party will not be able to hear you. In order to mute the UConnect ™ system: • Press the ’ V oice Recognition ’ button.
If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue- tooth ™ connection between a UConnect ™ paired cellular phone and the UConnect ™ system, follow the instruction described in your cellular phone user ’ s manual. List Paired Cellular Phone Names • Press the ’ Phone ’ button to begin.
• The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the UCon- nect ™ system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near (appr oximately with in 30 feet) the vehicle. Delete UConnect ™ Paired Cellular Phones • Press the ’ Phone ’ button to begin.
• low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. • Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- cents, the system may not always work for some.
• fully closed windows, and • dry weather condition. • Operation from driver seat. • Performance, such as, audio clarity , echo. and loud- ness to a large degr ee, rely on the phone and network, and not the UConnect ™ system. • Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume.
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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. 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 .
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.
Manual Lumbar — If Equipped The lumbar adjustment handle is located inboard under the armrest. T o increase the support, rotate the handle down. Middle Rear Bench Seat Recline — If Equipped Pull up on the handle located on the side of the seat to release the seatback.
Stow ’ n Go Seating On vehicles equipped with Stow ’ n Go seating, the second and third r ow seats may be folded into the floor for convenient storage. T o Fold Second Row Seats 1. Lower the head r estraint and raise the armrests on the second row seat.
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.
2. Pull up on the handle to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat rearwar d to latch the seat anchors. 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.
T o Fold Third Row Seats 1. Lower the head r estraint to its full down position. 2. Pull r elease strap marked “ 1 ” located on the rear of the seat to lower the seatback.
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. 4. Adjust the head r estraint to the desired 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.
T ailgate Mode 1. Pull r elease strap “ 2 ” , then pull release strap “ 3 ” to rotate the entir e seat rearwar d. 2. T o restor e the seat to its upright position, lift up on the seatback and push forward until the anchors latch.
T o tilt the seat on vehicles equipped with quad seats, pull up on the release handle located on the outboar d side of the seat and tilt the seat fully forward.
W ARNING! In the event of a collision you could be injured if the seat is not fully latched. Middle Quad Fold & T umble Seat Removal 1. Remove any obstructions fr om the floor in front of the seat. 2. Lower the head r estraint to its full downward position and ensure that the cupholder is closed.
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.
T o reinstall the seat, r emove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat and ensur e the head restraint is in its full downward position. Align the seat in the floor tracks and tilt the seat forward to engage the fr ont floor attachments, then tilt the seat rearwar d and push down to engage the rear attachments.
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.
T o reinstall the 50/50 r ear seat, lower the head restraint to the full down position, tilt the seat forward and engage the front floor attachments, then tilt the seat r earward to engage the rear attachments. Pull the seatback r elease lever to return the seatback to its full upright position.
T o reinstall the seat, align the seat into the detent posi- tions on the floor . Squeeze the release handle and r otate upward until the lock indicator button r eturns into the handle. W ARNING! If not properly latched, the bench seats could be- come loose.
Rear-Most Bench Seat The seat position can be adjusted fore and aft to any of three positions - normal (r earward), intermediate, and full forward. In this way varying needs for legr oom and cargo space behind the seat can be accommodated. The release lever is below the seat and is accessible fr om the front and back of the seat.
Rear Bench Seating Flexibility The 3 – passenger bench seat may be adjusted to any of 3 positions on its tracks while installed in the vehicle. The bench seat may also be moved to the second seating position or removed fr om the vehicle. 1. Normal Seating— The 2nd and 3rd r ow seats are installed.
4. Auxiliary Seating — The middle quad seats are r emoved from the vehicle. The 3 – passenger bench seat can be installed in either the second or third r ow .
NOTE: Driving with the 2nd-row seats in the tumbled position is not recommended when passengers occupy the 3r d row seats. This position is intended only to increase available cargo ar ea without requiring r emoval of the seats.
W ARNING! • Not all head restraints in this vehicle are the same. Head restraints from one seating position should not be removed and installed in any other seating posi- tion. In a collision, serious injury or death may result if the proper head restraint is not installed on each seat.
Next, push to the left the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center . Use the hood prop r od to secure the hood in the open position. T o prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 30 cm (12 inches) and then drop it.
Interior Lights Interior lights are turned on when a door or liftgate is opened, the keyless entry transmitter is activated, or when the dimmer control is moved to the extr eme top. The interior lights will automatically turn off in about 15 minutes if any of the following occur .
Dimmer Control W ith the park lights or headlights on, rotating the dimmer contr ol for the interior lights on the in- strument panel upwar d will in- crease the brightness of the instr u- ment panel lights.
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns your headlights ON or OFF based on ambient light levels. T o turn the system ON, turn the headlight switch to the extreme counter - clockwise position. When the sys- tem is ON, the Headlight T ime Delay feature is also ON.
OFF or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically until the next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight switch. The battery protection featur e will be disabled if the ignition switch is turned to any other position other than LOCK during the 3 minute delay .
MUL TIFUNCTION LEVER T urn Signals Move the Multifunction Lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the base instr ument cluster or Information Center flash to indicate proper operation of the front and r ear turn signal lights. Y ou can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down.
Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights between HIGH and LOW beam. Passing Light Y ou can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer - ing wheel.
wipers will operate for several seconds after the lever is released, and then r esume the intermittent interval pre- viously selected. If the end of the lever is depressed while in the OFF position, the wipers will operate for approximately two wipe cycles, then turn OFF .
TIL T STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED T o tilt the column, pull the small lever , located behind the turn signal control, towar d you and move the wheel up or down, as desired. Release the lever to lock the wheel firmly in place. W ARNING! T ilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
T o turn the system OFF , press the TRAC OFF switch located on the steering column, until the TRAC OFF indicator below the instrument cluster odometer lights up. T o turn the system back ON, press the switch a second time until the TRAC OFF indicator turns OFF .
When the driver selects Reverse the system scans for objects behind the vehicle using four sensors located in the rear bumper . Objects can be detected from up to 59 inches (150cm). A warning display above the rear win- dow provides both visible and audible warnings indicat- ing the range of the object.
The system can be turned on or off thr ough the electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) when the vehicle is in P ARK. If the rear park assist system is turned of f, a single chime will sound and the EVIC will display the following message “ P ARK ASSIST DISABLED ” , when the vehicle is in reverse.
Press the button forwar d to move the pedals forward (toward the fr ont of the vehicle). Press the button r earward to move the pedals r earward (toward the driver). • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF . • The pedals can be adjusted while driving.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 30 mph (50 km/h). 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 Set At A Desired Speed: When the vehicle has reached the desir ed speed, press and release the “ SET ” button. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed.
T o Accelerate For Passing: Depress the accelerator as you would normally . When the pedal is released, the vehicle will r eturn to the set speed. NOTE: The speed control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED The overhead console can contain courtesy/r eading lights, an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink 威 ), storage for sunglasses, compass/ temperature displ.
Sunglass Storage At the rear of the over head console, a compartment is provided for the storage of two pair of sunglasses. Press the door latch to open the compartment.
T o put into a Calibration Mode: T urn on the ignition switch and set the display to Comp/T emp. Press the RESET button on vehicles equipped with a Compass/ Mini T rip Computer for at least 10 seconds until the “ CAL ” symbol appears. On vehicles equipped with Compass/T emp press and hold the C/T and US/M buttons for 10 seconds.
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 “ Ye s ” 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 (1or 2) on the driver ’ s door panel. Any transmitter linked to memory will remain linked, but will not recall the memory positions.
Headlamp Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose, when exiting the vehicle, to have the headlamps remain on for 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 .
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 (or ⬙ accessories ⬙ ) position for programming and/or opera- tion 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 4 has been completed.
8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button. Repeat the ⴖ press/hold/release ⴖ sequence a second time, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), r epeat this sequence a third time to complete the pr ogramming.
Using HomeLink T o operate, simply press and r elease the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener , gate operator , security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.
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.
switch rearwar d will activate the Express Open Featur e, causing the sunroof to open automatically . Press and hold the button located to the right of the sunroof switch, to open the vent. The sunr oof can be stopped at any position between closed and full vent.
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.
A third outlet is located on the driver ’ s side, just to the rear of the sliding door and is also contr olled by the ignition switch. The lower and rear outlets will not accommodate a conventional cigar lighter unit. The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key or battery symbol indicating the power source.
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.
NOTE: • The quad seat cupholders will remain upright if the seat is tilted forward. • 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.
Second Row Seat Storage bins — If Equipped The Seat Storage Bins are located on the floor in fr ont of the second row seats, the ar ea below the covers can be used for storage when the second row seat is in the upright position. Pull up on the storage bin latch to open 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.
2. T wist the latch handles a 1 ⁄ 4 turn and pull outward to disengage the bin from the rail. 3. Remove the storage bin. NOTE: Make sure the latch handle pops out befor e removing the storage bin.
Removable Floor Console With Fold-in-Floor Seating — If Equipped The removable floor console has a two power outlets, storage tray , light, removable cell phone holder , tissue holder , pen holder and a map holder . It can be removed from the vehicle by pulling the r elease handle inside the floor console.
3. Remove the floor console. T o reinstall the console, open the console lid and r emove the storage tray . Pull up on the release handle and slide the console forward to engage the fr ont of the console into the floor tray . Pivot the floor console down until it is seated on the floor tray and release the handle.
NOTE: When the console is located between the front seats the outlet is protected by an automatic cir cuit breaker and is power ed directly fr om the battery , items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent engine starting. T o remove the console use the following pr ocedure: 1.
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 .
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 . 3. Place the cell phone into the holder . CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle ’ s battery , even when not in use (i.
Rear Compartment Storage Bins Y our vehicle may be equipped with open storage bins located in each rear trim panel. Cargo/T ub Nets T wo cargo/tub nets ar e available on vehicles equipped with Fold-in-Floor Seating. The cargo nets fit in the second row storage bin and the thir d row tub.
The liftgate sill plate has a raised line with the statement “ Load T o This Line ” . This line indicates how far rearwar d cargo can be placed without interfering with liftgate closing. ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and siderails ar e designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack.
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. Noncom- pliance 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 68 kg (150 lbs).
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM The automatic load leveling system will provide a level riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions. A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the corr ect height.
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UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instruments And Contr ols ................. 2 0 1 䡵 Base Instrument Cluster .................. 2 0 2 䡵 Instrument Cluster W ith T ach .............. 2 0 3 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions .....
▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ............... 2 1 5 ▫ PTY (Pr ogram T ype) Button .............. 2 1 5 ▫ Balance ............................ 2 1 7 ▫ Fade .............................. 2 1 7 ▫ T one Control ........................ 2 1 7 ▫ AM/FM Selection .
▫ T ape CD Button ...................... 2 2 2 ▫ T ime Button ......................... 2 2 3 ▫ Scan Button ......................... 2 2 3 ▫ CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped ......................... 2 2 3 䡵 Sales Code Rev AM & FM Stereo Radio W ith CD Player And CD/DVD Changer Controls .
▫ CD Player Operation ................... 2 5 4 ▫ CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped ......................... 2 5 6 䡵 Sales Code RB1 — AM/FM Stereo Radio W ith DVD/GPS Navigation System .............. 2 5 7 䡵 Remote Control Operating Instr uctions .
▫ Operating Instructions — V ideo Games/Camcorders ................... 2 6 6 䡵 Satellite Radio — If Equipped .............. 2 6 6 ▫ System Activation ..................... 2 6 6 ▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID) .
▫ Front Mode Contr ol ................... 2 7 6 ▫ Manual Air Conditioning Operation ........ 2 7 9 ▫ Manual Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped ......................... 2 8 2 ▫ Automatic T emperature Contr ol — If Equipped ...........
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 201 4.
BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 202 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH T ACH UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 203 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.
4. T urn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated. If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled about one mile with the turn signals on, a chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate r epair is neces- sary . W ARNING! Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- ous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. Y ou could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately .
10. Anti-Lock Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys- tem. The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
continuously . Refer to ⬙ Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Re- minder System (BeltAlert ™ ) ⬙ in the Occupant Restraints section for more information. 14. Engine T emperature W arning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi- tion. If the engine is critically hot, a continuous chime will sound for 4 minutes.
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 Nostalga Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty 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 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 pr otect 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 control 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 Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Sports Sports T alk T alk T op 40 T op 40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name.
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.
both AM and FM. This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM stations to be locked into memory . Y ou can recall the stations stored in SET 2 memory by pr essing the push- button twice. T o Change From Clock T o Radio Mode Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time.
Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION! This CD player will accept only 4 – 3/4 inch (12cm) 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.
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 .
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. Operating Instructions - V ideo Entertainment System (VES 威 ) (If Equipped) Refer to 6 Disc CD/DVD Changer Manual.
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. PTY (Program T ype) Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn of f.
Program T ype Radio Display Sports Sports T alk T alk T op 40 T op 40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM and Satellite (if equipped) modes.
T une 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.
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 push-button memory .
up for proper operation. Sometimes poor playback may be experienced due to a defective cassette tape. Clean and demagnetize the tape heads at least twice a year . T ape Side — ⵜ⌬ /PTY Pressing the ⵜ⌬ button during tape mode will cause the other side of the tape to be played.
EJT T ape Press the EJT T APE button and the cassette will disen- gage and eject from the radio. Metal T ape Selection (70µs) If a standard 70 µ (metal) tape is inserted into the player , the player will automatically select the correct equaliza- tion.
If the power is on, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track one. Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD.
Press the top of the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press the RND (button 4) button a second time to stop Random Play . MODE Press the MODE button to select between the CD player , remote CD/DVD changer (if equipped), or satellite radio (if equipped).
Press the RND (button 4) button a second time to stop Random Play . FF/R W — TUNE Press and hold the FF button for fast forwar d. Press and hold the R W button for fast reverse. The audio output can be heard when fast forwar d and fast reverse ar e acti- vated.
SALES CODE RBQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH 6 - DISC CD 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.
channel number will then be displayed for five seconds. The current channel name and number will then be displayed until an action occurs. CD ’ s may remain in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode. Seek Press and r elease the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode.
Audio The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BAL- ANCE, and F ADE. Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to incr ease or decrease the Bass tones. Press the AUDIO button a second time and TREB will be displayed.
CD Player Operation NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the Power / V olume control pushed ON before the CD player will operate. Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4 3 ⁄ 4 inch (12 cm) discs only .
Radio display will show “ ejecting ” when it is being ejected. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not r emoved, the radio will continue to play the non-removed CD. If the CD is removed and ther e are other CD ’ s in the radio, the radio will play the next CD.
PTY (Program T ype) Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn of f. Pressing the PTY button repeatedly within 5 seconds will allow the pr ogram format type to be selected.
Program T ype Radio Display T alk T alk T op 40 T op 40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode.
A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot. CD HOT will pause the operation. Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corr ected or another MODE is selected.
Radio Operation Power/V olume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. T urn the volume control clockwise to incr ease the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a pr eset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed. Audio The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BAL- ANCE, and F ADE. Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed.
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. This device must accept any interfer ence received, including interference that may cause undesir ed opera- tion.
Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the button to r eturn to the beginning of the current selection, or r eturn to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection.
T ime Press the TIME button to change the display fr om elapsed CD playing time to time of day . CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available through Mopar Accessories. The fol- lowing instructions ar e for the radio controls that operate this CD changer .
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 .
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 .
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.
RTN 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.
PROG UP/DOWN Buttons (10, 1 1) PROG UP selects the next disc loaded in the changer . PROG DOWN selects the previous disc loaded in the changer . 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.
Light Button (18) Pressing this button illuminates the buttons on the r e- mote control. 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 ar e two AAA batteries.
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.
Headphone Battery Service • Press the button at the bottom of each headphone earpiece and lift the cover upward. • 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 fr ont 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 RBP , RBU, RAZ, RB1 and RBQ Radios Press the MODE button r epeatedly until the word ⬙ SIRIUS ⬙ appears in the display . These radios will also display the following: • After 3 seconds, the current channel name and channel number will be displayed for 5 seconds.
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 pre-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.
CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play .
turned all the way down. T o prevent this, you should periodically clean the head with a commercially available WET cleaning cassette. As preventive maintenance, clean the head about every 30 hours of use.
RADIO OPERA TION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio.
mode. When the blower control is set to any position other than off, it selects the amount of air deliver ed to the passenger compartment. There ar e four blower speeds.
Front Mode Control The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution. NOTE: T o improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- tified by the small dots.
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.
Rear T emperature And Mode Control When the center knob on the front climate contr ol unit is set to the “ REAR ” position, the second seat occupants have control of the r ear temperature and modes as follows: • The rear temperatur e knob controls both the r ear temperature and mode.
driver and passenger . Based on the sensor input, the system automatically adjusts the air temperature, the air flow volume, and amount of outside air recir culation. This maintains a comfortable temperature even under changing conditions. Operation of the system is quite simple.
• 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.
NOTE: Each of these features operate independently from each other . If any one feature is contr olled manually , the remaining featur es will continue to operate automati- cally . The left blower control knob can be set to any fixed blower speed by rotating the knob fr om low to high.
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 Contr ol 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 The climate control system filters out dust, pollen and some odors from the air . Strong odors can not be totally filtered out. Refer to MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE, “ Air Conditioner Maintenance ” for filter replacement instructions.
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.
Rear Wiper Operation — Automatic T emperature Control Only Press this button to have the r ear wiper have a continuous wipe. When the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position, the rear wiper switch position as well as an indicator light will show that the wiper is ON.
Adding W asher Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shar ed. It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals.
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. The defr oster automati- cally turns off after about 10 minutes of operation.
ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es ..................... 3 0 4 ▫ 2.4L Engine ......................... 3 0 4 ▫ 3.3L And 3.8L Engine .................. 3 0 6 䡵 Engine Block Heater — If Equipped ......... 3 0 9 䡵 Automatic T ransmission .
䡵 Ti r e s — General Information ................ 3 2 8 ▫ T ire Pressur e ......................... 3 2 8 ▫ T ire Inflation Pressur es ................. 3 2 9 ▫ Radial-Ply T ires ...................... 3 3 1 ▫ Compact Spare T ire — If Equipped .
▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ............... 3 4 6 䡵 V ehicle Loading ........................ 3 4 8 ▫ V ehicle Certification Label ............... 3 4 8 ▫ Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) ....... 3 4 8 ▫ Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) .
ST ARTING PROCEDURES CAUTION! Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds, can cause excessive exhaust tempera- tures which can damage your vehicle.
Extremely Cold W eather (below ⫺ 29 ° Co r ⫺ 20 ° F). T o insure r eliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (available from your dealer) is r ecommended. W ARNING! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started.
CAUTION! T o prevent damage to the starter , do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. W ait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released.
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.
CAUTION! T o prevent damage to the starter , do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. W ait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released.
ENGINE BLOCK HEA TER — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather . Connect the cord to a standard 1 10-1 15 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, thr ee-wire extension cor d. The engine block heater cord is r outed under the hood on the driver side of the vehicle.
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.
“ R ” Reverse Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. “ N ” Neutral Engine may be started in this range. “ D ” Overdrive For most city and highway driving, it provides smoothest upshifts and downshifts and best fuel economy .
P ARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch on, the brake light in the instrument cluster will turn on. NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is applied.
added precaution, turn the fr ont wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill grade. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle. W ARNING! Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger- ous for a number of reasons.
by increased pedal travel during application, gr eater pedal force r equired to slow or stop, and potential activation of the Brake W arning Lamp. Anti-Lock Brake System — If Equipped The Anti-Lock Brake System pr ovides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions.
When the vehicle is driven over approximately 15 mph (25 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 .
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.
Upon initial start-up in cold weather , the power steering pump may make noise for a short period of time. This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This noise should be considered normal, and does not in any way damage the steering system.
The system is always in the “ stand by ” mode unless, • The T raction Control Switch has been used to turn the system OFF • There is a T raction Contr ol System malfunction • The system has .
TIRE SAFETY INFORMA TION Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger)-Metric tir e sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tir es have the letter “ P ” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- ample: P215/65R15 95H. • European Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards.
T 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.
4. The r esulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity . For example, if “ XXX ” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lb.
ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 327 5.
W ARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
2. Economy — Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tir e tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tr ead life resulting in a need for earlier tire r eplacement. Underinflation also increases tir e rolling r esistance and results in higher fuel consumption.
CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap – if equipped. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressur es specified on the placard ar e always “ cold tire inflation pr essure ” .
loading may be requir ed for high speed vehicle opera- tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pr essures. W ARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous.
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. Do not spin your vehicle ’ s wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck.
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 unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance characteristics, result- ing 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 .
CAUTION! The TPMS system has been optimized for the origi- nal equipment tires and wheels. TPMS system pres- sures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.
General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference r eceived, including interference that may cause undesir ed op- eration.
CAUTION! T o avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: • Because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other suspension components, it is important that only chains in good condition are used. Broken chains can cause serious damage.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). TIRE ROT A TION RECOMMENDA TIONS T ires on the front and r ear axles of vehicles operate at differ ent loads and perform differ ent steering, driving, and braking functions.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS Y our vehicle is designed to meet all emis- sion regulations and pr ovide excellent fuel economy when using high quality regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87.
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- ates are r equired in some ar eas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle.
Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is requir ed to contain effective deter gent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additives ar e not needed under normal conditions and would result in additional cost. Therefor e you should not have to add anything to the fuel.
Carbon Monoxide W arnings W ARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly . Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill.
ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
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 vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, GASCAP will be displayed in the instrument cluster odometer .
VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in the charts that follow . This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated. If seats are r emoved for carrying cargo, do not exceed the specified GVWR and GA WR.
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.
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 2140 lbs 1470 lbs Load (Including .
Common T owing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver , passengers, cargo and tongue weight.
W ARNING! 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. T ongue W eight (TW) The downward for ce exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer .
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.
Engine/T ransmission GCWR (Gross Com- bined Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross T railer Wt.) Max. T ongue Wt. 2.4L Automatic 5,200 lbs (2358 kg) 40 SQ. FT . (3.72 square meters) Up to 2 persons & Luggage 850 lbs (385 kg) 85 lbs (39 kg) 5,200 lbs (2358 kg) 40 SQ.
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 Automatic 6,600 lbs (2993 kg) 40 SQ. FT . (3.72 square meters) Up to 2 persons & Luggage 1,800 lbs (816 kg) 180 lbs (82 kg) 6,600 lbs (2993 kg) 40 SQ.
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 Automatic with trailer tow package 8,600 lbs (3900 kg) 40 SQ. FT . (3.72 square meters) Up to 2 persons & Luggage 3,800 lbs (1723 kg)* 380 lbs (172 kg) 8,600 lbs (3900 kg) 40 SQ.
which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer . Failure to load trailers heavier in fr ont is the cause of many trailer accidents. Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch.
T owing Requirements T o promote pr oper break-in of your new vehicle driv- etrain components the following guidelines are r ecom- mended: CAUTION! • A void towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may damage your vehicle.
• Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer . Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cr oss the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners. • V ehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade.
− When replacing tir es refer to the T ires – General Infor- mation section of this manual on Replacement T ires for proper tir e replacement pr ocedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle ’ s GVWR and GA WR limits.
W ARNING! Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle ’ s hy- draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- tem and cause it to fail. Y ou might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident. T owing any trailer will increase your stopping dis- tance.
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.
T owing T ips — Electronic Speed Control (If Equipped) − Don ’ t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops gr eater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until you can get back to cruising speed.
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WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher .................. 3 6 6 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................. 3 6 7 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ................ 3 6 8 ▫ 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 transaxle 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 Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice or slippery areas, set the parking brake and place the gear selector in P ARK. T urn OFF the ignition. W ARNING! 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.
NOTE: If either front tir e is flat, it may be necessary to jack up the vehicle to remove the compact spar e tire/ cover assembly from under the vehicle.
Jack Engagement Locations WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 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.
14. Stow the cable and wheel spacer befor e driving the vehicle, reassemble the winch handle extensions to form a “ T ’ and fit the winch “ T ” handle over the drive nut. Rotate the nut to the right approximately 33 turns until the winch mechanism clicks at least three times.
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 .
3. T urn the compact spare tir e so that the valve stem is down and place the tire into the spar e tire cover assem- bly . Slide the wheel spacer through the center of the wheel and spare tir e cover assembly so that the two retainer tabs snap out and engage the spar e tire cover on the opposite side.
CAUTION! For vehicles equipped with Stow ’ n Go seating, the W inch Mechanism is designed specifically to stow a COMP ACT Spare T ire ONL Y . Do not attempt to use the W inch to stow the Full Size ’ Flat ’ T ire, or any other Full Size T ire. V ehicle damage may result.
Jack Location — Non Stow ’ n Go Seating The jack, jack handle are stowed behind the r ear left side trim panel in the rear car go area. Pull up on the lever to release the cover . Remove the spare wheel, scissors jack and jack handle from stowage by r otating the wing nut to the left.
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 384 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.
W ARNING! • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic transmis- sion 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.
5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery . Make sure you have a good contact on the engine.
2. Slow down if r oad has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace tir es when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. Keep tir es properly inflated. 5. Maintain suf ficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front to avoid a collision in a sudden stop.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition Key Y our vehicle may be towed under the following condi- tions: The gear selector must be in NEUTRAL, the distance to be traveled must not exceed 100 miles (160 km), and the towing speed must not exceed 44 mph (72 km/h).
If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON position, not the ACCESSORY position. Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL. Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position.
MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 2.4L Engine ........................... 3 9 6 䡵 3.3L/3.8L Engines ...................... 3 9 7 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — O B D I I ........ 3 9 8 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ......
▫ Steering Shaft Seal .................... 4 1 3 ▫ Steering Linkage ...................... 4 1 3 ▫ Drive Shaft Universal Joints .............. 4 1 3 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 4 1 3 ▫ W indshield W iper Blades ................ 4 1 4 ▫ W indshield And Rear W indow W ashers .
▫ Rear T ail, Stop, T urn Signal, Side Marker And Back-Up Lights ....................... 4 4 1 ▫ Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 442 ▫ License Light ........................ 4 4 2 䡵 Fluids And Capacities ................... 4 4 3 䡵 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts .
2.4L ENGINE Engine Compartment 2.4L Engine 396 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE.
3.3L/3.8L ENGINES Engine Compartment 3.3L/3.8L Engines MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 7.
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.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requir ement to pass an inspection of your vehicle ’ s emissions control system.
ignition key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle ’ s OBD system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station. b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment.
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.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). The manufacturer only r ecommends API Certified engine oils. Engine Oil V iscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.
Synthetic Engine Oils There ar e a number of engine oils being promoted as either synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to use such a product, use only those oils that ar e American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified and have the r ecom- mended SAE viscosity grade.
Belts should be inspected for evidence of cuts, cracks, or glazing, and replaced if ther e is indication of damage which could result in belt failur e. If adjustment is re- quired, the belts must be adjusted accor ding to the specifications and procedur es described in the Service Manual.
W ARNING! The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. W ARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex- haust system.
Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma- nently sealed. Y ou will never have to add water , nor is periodic maintenance requir ed. W ARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you.
CAUTION! • It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked posi- tive (+) and negative (-) and identified on the battery case.
W ARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs.
the black arrow on the bottom of the filter frame with the direction of airflow (away fr om the blower motor and towards the center of the car). Refer to the “ Maintenance Schedules ” section of this manual for the recommended air conditioning filter replacement intervals.
Steering Shaft Seal The steering shaft seal, at the point where the shaft passes through the bulkhead, is lubricated when it is installed. If the seal becomes noisy when the steering shaft is turned, it should be lubricated with a multi-purpose grease.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year , preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as Mopar 威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder .
Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, .
Cooling System W ARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill At the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled. If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner .
Adding Engine Coolant Y our vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This coolant can be used up to 5 Y ears or 100,000 miles before replacement. T o prevent reducing this extended mainte- nance period, it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle.
W ARNING! • The warning words “ DO NOT OPEN HOT ” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- caution. Never add coolant when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system.
When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points T o Remember NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming from the fr ont of the engine compartment.
• Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary , install ONL Y the corr ect type thermostat. Other designs may result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
W ARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear , and possible brake damage. Y ou wouldn ’ t have your full braking capacity in an emergency .
replaced immediately! Eventual deterioration of the hose can take place resulting in a possibility of a burst failur e. W ARNING! W orn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure. Y ou could have an accident. If you see any signs of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake hoses replaced immediately .
W ARNING! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from for eign matter or moisture.
The dipstick is located just behind the radiator , lower right side. Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor - mance. Use only manufacturers r ecommended transmis- sion fluid, refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Procedure For Checking Fluid Level The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with an improper fluid level will gr eatly reduce the life of the transmission and of the fluid. T o properly check the automatic transmission fluid level, the following procedur e must be used: 1.
CAUTION! Do not overfill. Dirt and water in the transmission can cause serious damage. T o prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make certain that the dipstick cap is reseated properly .
Front And Rear Wheel Bearings Front and r ear wheel bearings are permanently sealed. No regular maintenance is r equired for these compo- nents. Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion V ehicle body care requir ements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
W ashing • W ash your vehicle regularly . Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using Mopar Car W ash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water . • If insects, tar or other similar deposits have accumu- lated on your vehicle, use Mopar Super Kleen Bug and T ar Remover to remove.
• If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and pr otective coating, have your vehicle repair ed as soon as pos- sible.
Y our leather upholstery can be best preserved by r egular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed pr omptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar T otal Clean.
equipped with electric defrosters or the right r ear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements. When cleaning the rear view mirr or , spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using.
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 .
INTEGRA TED POWER MODULE (IPM) An Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the battery . This center contains maxi fuses, mini fuses and relays.
Cavity Mini Fuse Description F1 20 Amp Y ellow Fog Lights F2 15 Amp Blue Left Park/T ail Light F3 15 Amp Blue Right Park/T ail Light F5 20 Amp Y ellow RDO/IP Ignition F6 20 Amp Y ellow 12 V olt Out Ig.
CAUTION! • When installing the Integrated Power Module cover , it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power Module, and possibly result in a electrical system failure.
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again. REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number Center & Rear Dome Light .
BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights 1. Remove the thr ee screws securing the headlight mod- ule. 2. T urn the bulb socket retaining ring or the bulb assem- bly counterclockwise.
CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. 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. Front Fog Light 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.
Rear T ail, Stop, T urn Signal, Side Marker and Back-up Lights 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two tail light assembly push-in type fasteners, by prying under the fastener head with a large flat screwdriver . 3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to r emove it from the housing.
Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) 1. Remove the two scr ews securing the CHMSL. 2. T wist the bulb socket to remove fr om the CHMSL housing. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Replace the bulb, r einstall the socket and reattach the CHMSL. License Light 1.
FLUIDS AND CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 87 Octane 20 Gallons 76 Liters Engine Oil-with filter 2.4 Liter Engines (SAE 5W -30, API Certified) 5.0 qts 4.7 Liters 3.3 & 3.8 Liter Engines (SAE 5W -20, API Certified) 5.0 qts 4.7 Liters Cooling System * 2.
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 2.4 Liter Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W -30 engine oil.
Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic T ransmission Mopar 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar 威 DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ........ 4 4 8 䡵 Maintenance Schedules ................... 4 4 8 ▫ 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. NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule ⬙ B ⬙ . Second is Schedule “ A ” . It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched- ule ⬙ B ⬙ .
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation. At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter . • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the brake hoses. • Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo- nents. • Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
SCHEDULE “ B ” Follow schedule “ B ” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an 〫 .
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 X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X 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 X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X 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 X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X 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) (1 10 000) (1 15 000) (120 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X XXXX Rotate T ires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X 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 X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X 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) Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary . ‡ XX Check the PCV valve and 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 . X X X X X Rotate T ires X X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if neces- sary .
Miles 108, 000 11 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 . X X X X X Rotate T ires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
Miles 123, 000 126, 000 129, 000 132, 000 135, 000 (Kilometers) (205 000) (210 000) (215 000) (220 000) (225 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate T ires X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if neces- sary .
Miles 138, 000 141, 000 144, 000 147, 000 150, 000 (Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate T ires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if neces- sary .
Miles 138, 000 141, 000 144, 000 147, 000 150, 000 (Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000) Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.
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) (1 10 000) (120 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X X Rotate T ires X X X X X X 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) (1 10 000) (120 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Check the PCV valve and replace, if neces- sary .* X Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.
Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000 (Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (165 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X Rotate T ires X X X X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if neces- sary .
Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000 (Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (165 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] Replace the spark plugs 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter en- gines. X Replace the ignition cables 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines.
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 . X X X X Rotate T ires X X 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] Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary . ‡ XX Replace the engine timing belt on 2.
Miles 126, 000 132, 000 138, 000 144, 000 150, 000 (Kilometers) (210 000) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250 000) [Months] [126] [132] [138] [144] [150] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate T ires X X X X X Inspect the brake linings.
Miles 126, 000 132, 000 138, 000 144, 000 150, 000 (Kilometers) (210 000) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250 000) [Months] [126] [132] [138] [144] [150] Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary . ‡ XX Replace the air conditioning filter .
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .......................... 4 7 4 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 4 7 4 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 4 7 4 ▫ 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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T raction Grades The traction grades, from highest to lowest, ar e AA, A, B, and C. Those grades repr esent the tire ’ s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under contr olled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
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Adding Fuel ........................... 3 4 6 Adding W asher Fluid .................. 299,414 Additives, Fuel ......................... 3 4 4 Adjustable Pedals ....................... 1 5 3 Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 4 1 0 Air Conditioning .
Interlock System ....................... 3 1 0 Reset Mode .......................... 3 1 1 Selection Of Lubricant ................ 425,445 Shifting ............................. 3 1 1 Special Additives ...................... 4 2 7 Automatic T ransmission .
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ 3 4 6 Oil (Engine) .......................... 4 0 4 Radiator (Coolant Pressur e) ............... 4 1 8 Car W ashes ............................ 4 2 9 Carbon Monoxide W arning ................. 3 4 5 Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier .
Compass V ariance ....................... 1 6 0 Computer , T rip/T ravel .................... 1 6 2 Console, Overhead ....................... 1 5 8 Console, Removable ................... 184,185 Contract, Service ........................ 4 7 6 Coolant Pressur e Cap .
Door Locks ............................. 1 7 Door Locks, Automatic .................... 1 9 Door Opener , Garage ..................... 1 6 7 Drive Belts ............................ 4 0 5 Drive Shaft Universal Joints ................ 4 1 3 Driving On Slippery Surfaces .
T emperature Gauge ..................... 2 0 8 Exhaust Gas Caution .............. 37,83,345,415 Exhaust System ......................... 4 1 5 Extender , Seat Belt ........................ 5 3 Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 9 1 Filters Air Cleaner .
Octane Rating ...................... 342,444 Requirements ...................... 342,443 T ank Capacity ........................ 4 4 3 Fuel System Caution ..................... 3 4 4 Fueling ............................... 3 4 6 Fuses ................
Hitches T railer T owing ........................ 3 5 3 HomeLink 威 (Garage Door Opener) T ransmitter . . . 167 Hood Release .......................... 1 4 1 Hook, Coat ............................ 1 8 9 Hoses ............................. 421,424 Ignition K e y .
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 4 3 LA TCH (Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren) . 74 Latches Hood ............................... 1 4 1 Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 3 4 2 Life of T ires ............................ 3 3 5 Liftgate .
Reading ............................. 1 5 8 Rear Servicing ........................ 4 4 1 Rear T ail ............................ 4 4 1 Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 2 0 7 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............. 2 0 8 Service ..........
Exterior Folding ........................ 9 1 Heated .............................. 9 3 Outside .............................. 9 2 Rearview ............................. 9 0 V anity ............................... 9 3 Modifications/Alterations, V ehicle .
Panic Alarm ............................ 2 3 Parking Brake .......................... 3 1 3 Parking On Hill ......................... 3 1 3 Passing Light ........................... 1 4 8 Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 1 5 3 Pets, T ransporting .
Rear Air Conditioning ................. 282,291 Rear Cup Holder ........................ 1 7 9 Rear Heater ............................ 2 8 2 Rear Seat Removal .................... 133,135 Rear Seating Flexibility ................. 138,139 Rear W indow Defroster .
Seat Belts .............................. 4 2 Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 4 8 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 4 8 And Pregnant W omen ................... 5 3 Center Lap Belt ........................ 5 1 Child Restraint ...
Snow Chains (T ire Chains) ................. 3 3 9 Snow T ires ............................ 3 4 0 Spare T ire ..................... 332,333,371,382 Spark Plugs ............................ 4 0 6 Speed Control (Cr uise Control) .............. 1 5 5 Speedometer .
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 2 6 T ilt Steering Column ..................... 1 5 0 T ire and Loading Information Placard ......... 3 2 4 T ire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 3 2 3 T ire Markings .......................... 3 2 0 T ire Safety Information .
T raction Control Switch ................. 150,318 T railer T owing .......................... 3 5 0 Cooling System T ips .................... 3 6 3 Hitches ............................. 3 5 3 Minimum Requirements ................. 3 5 8 T railer and T ongue W eight .
V ehicle Information Center ................. 1 6 3 V ehicle Loading ................... 325,348,349 V ehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7 V ehicle Storage ....................... 295,436 V ehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 2 6 W arning Flasher , Hazard .
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An important point after buying a device Dodge 2006 Grand Caravan (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
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However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Dodge 2006 Grand Caravan. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Dodge 2006 Grand Caravan along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
