Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 2008 LC22 Challenger SRT8 Dodge
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C h a l l e n g e r S R T 8 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L 2 0 0 8 2 0 0 8 C h a l l e n g e r S R T 8 81-226-0821 First Edition Printed in U.S.A. 62713 08 DodgeChallenger.
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA W ith respect to any V ehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor . DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most fr equent causes of accidents.
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 Owner’s Manual has been prepar ed with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by a W arranty Information Booklet and various customer-oriented documents.
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W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains W ARNINGS against op- erating procedur es that could result in an accident or bodily injury . It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could r esult 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 ▫ W ireless Ignition Node (WIN) ............. 1 2 ▫ FOB W ith Integrated Key ................. 1 3 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ................
▫ T o Open The T runk ..................... 2 5 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm .................. 2 5 ▫ Programming Additional T ransmitters ........ 2 5 ▫ T ransmitter Battery Service ............... 2 5 ▫ General Information .................... 2 6 䡵 Remote Starting System .
▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ............... 5 6 ▫ Child Restraint ........................ 5 8 䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations ........... 6 7 䡵 Safety T ips ............................ 6 8 ▫ T ransporting Passengers ................. 6 8 ▫ Lock Y our V ehicle .
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Y our vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Fob with Integrated Key and a W ireless Ignition Node (WIN) with an integral ignition switch. Y ou can insert the double-sided integrated key into the ignition switch with either side up.
Fob With Integrated Key The Fob with Integrated Key operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans- mitter and a valet key , which stores in the rear of the Fob. The valet key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Fob go dead.
Ignition Key Removal Place the shift lever in P ARK. T urn the key to the LOCK position and then remove the key . NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and ignition-power ed power out- lets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to r emove the key . NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position.
NOTE: • The Sentry Key 威 Immobilizer System is not compat- ible with aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting pr oblems and loss of security protection.
programming a blank transmitter to the vehicle electr on- ics. A blank transmitter is one that has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key 威 Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle RKE transmitters with you to the authorized dealer .
NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased fr om the sys- tem’s memory . This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be repr ogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an authorized dealer at the time of service to be repr o- grammed.
T o Arm The System Remove the key from the ignition switch and either pr ess a power door LOCK switch while the driver or passenger door is open or press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter . After the last door is closed, or if all doors are closed, the system will arm itself in about 16 seconds.
The V ehicle Security Alarm System is designed to pr otect your vehicle; however , you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously-described arming sequences has occurr ed, the system will arm regar dless of whether you are in the vehicle or not.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTR Y The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to about 35 ft (1 1 m) using a hand-held radio transmitter . The transmitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First This feature lets you pr ogram the system to unlock either the driver’s door or both doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the transmitter .
Settings (Customer Programmable Featur es),” under “Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Sec- tion 4. • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a pr ogrammed transmitter for at least four seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds.
Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the transmitter . This feature can be turned on or turned off.
T o Open The T runk Press the TRUNK button on the transmitter two times within five seconds to open the trunk. 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.
1. Battery access is through a door located on the r ear of the fob. Insert a small, flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the access door . 2. Remove and replace the batteries. A void touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration.
If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. A weak battery in the transmitter . The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower , airport transmitter , and some mobile or CB radios.
T o Enter Remote Start Mode Press and r elease the REMOTE ST AR T button on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec- onds. The parking lights will flash and the horn will honk twice (if programmed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
T o T urn Off the Engine While in Remote Start Mode Press and r elease the REMOTE ST AR T button one time. NOTE: T o avoid inadvertent shut downs, the system will disable the one time press of the REMOTE ST AR T button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request.
W ARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
the key in the vehicle. Removing the key or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. If a door is open, the key is in the ignition, and the ignition is in the LOCK or ACC position, a chime will sound as a reminder to remove the key . Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically if all of the following conditions are met: 1.
Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be enabled or disabled. Refer to “Unlock Doors Automati- cally on Exit,” under “Personal Settings (Customer Pro- grammable Features),” under “Electr onic V ehicle Infor- mation Center (EVIC)” in Section 4.
WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door contr ol both of the door windows. There is a single window contr ol on the passenger’s door trim panel that operates the window on the passenger’s door . The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position.
W ARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE The trunk lid can be r eleased from inside the vehicle by pressing the T runk Release button. The button is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. NOTE: The transmission must be in P ARK before the switch will operate.
TRUNK SAFETY W ARNING W ARNING! Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. Once in the trunk, young children may not be able to escape, even if they entered through the rear seat.
OCCUP ANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the r estraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, the front airbags for both the driver and fr ont passenger , and the supplemental side curtain airbags for the driver and passengers seated next to a window .
Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thr own from the vehicle. Seat belts r educe the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle.
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door . Sit back and adjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap.
3. When the belt is long enough 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 across your thighs, below your abdomen. T o remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. T o loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.
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.
Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions ar e equipped with pretensioning devices that ar e designed to remove any slack fr om the seat belts in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt system by assuring that the belt is tight around the occupant in a collision.
1. W ith all doors closed, and the ignition switch in any position except ON or ST ART , buckle the driver’s seat belt. 2. T urn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not start the engine. W ait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off and then pr oceed to the next step.
How to Engage the Automatic Locking Mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will here a clicking sound.
W ARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating posi- tion. Remove and store the extender when not needed.
The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have differ ent rates of inflation that are based on collision severity . W ARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to open them. Y ou may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are no longer functional.
W ARNING! • Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the side curtain airbag. The area where the side curtain airbag is located should remain free from any obstructions. • Do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your vehicle.
W ARNING! Infants in rear-facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in that position.
W ARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly . In some collisions, the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags.
• Knee Impact Bolsters • Front Acceleration Sensors • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pr etensioners How the Airbag System W orks • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if a frontal collision is sever e enough to require the airbags to inflate.
W ARNING! Ignoring the AIRBAG W arning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away .
• The Supplemental Side Impact SRS Side Curtain Airbags are designed to activate only in certain side collisions. When the ORC detects a collision requiring the side curtain airbag to inflate, it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle.
inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water . For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air .
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.
Event Data Recorder (EDR) In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to recor d up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param- eters (see the following list) in an event data recor der .
a potentially sensitive nature, such as would identify a particular driver , vehicle, or crash, will be treated confi- dentially . Confidential data will not be disclosed by Chrysler LLC to any third party except when: 1.
Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time, including babies and children. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces r equire that small children ride in pr oper restraint systems. This is the law , and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
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. Both types of child restraints ar e held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LA TCH child restraint anchorage system.
Children too Large for Booster Seats Children who ar e large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
Standards. W e also recommend that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it befor e you buy it. • The restraint must be appr opriate for your child’s weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits.
kits or retr ofit kits. Y ou are ur ged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child r e- straint in any vehicle. All three r ear-seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LA TCH-compatible child seats.
Again, carefully follow the installation instr uctions that are pr ovided with the child restraint system. The rear seat lower anchorages ar e round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion wher e it meets the seatback and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
NOTE: • Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap. • When using the LA TCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensur e that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints ar e stowed and out of reach of childr en.
keep the belt tight; however , any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary . The seat belt must be in the Automatic Locking mode in order to enable a child r estraint to be tightly installed.
T o attach a child restraint tether strap: 1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat where you ar e placing the child restraint. 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most dir ect path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat.
T ransporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will 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.
SAFETY TIPS T ransporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPOR T P ASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. 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 run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area. If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running, adjust your heating or cooling contr ols to force outside air into the vehicle.
Airbag W arning Light The light should come on and remain on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer . If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an autho- rized dealer .
UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 M i r r o r s ............................... 7 5 ▫ Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror .......... 7 5 ▫ Outside Mirrors ....................... 7 5 ▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Featur e — If Equipped .
䡵 V oice Recognition System — If Equipped ...... 1 0 4 ▫ V oice Recognition System (VR) Operation .... 1 0 4 ▫ Commands .......................... 1 0 5 ▫ V o i c e T r a i n i n g........................ 1 0 8 䡵 Seats ....................
䡵 W indshield W ipers And W ashers ............ 1 2 2 ▫ Intermittent W iper System ............... 1 2 2 ▫ Mist Feature ......................... 1 2 3 ▫ W indshield W ashers ................... 1 2 3 ▫ Headlights On W ith W ipers (A vailable W ith Auto Headlights Only) .
▫ T roubleshooting T ips ................... 1 3 5 ▫ General Information ................... 1 3 6 䡵 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............. 1 3 6 ▫ Opening Sunroof - Manually ............. 1 3 7 ▫ Opening Sunroof - Expr ess ............
MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare fr om vehicles behind you. Y ou can turn the feature on or off by pr essing the button at the base of the mirror . A light next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
W ARNING! V ehicles and other objects seen in the passenger-side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger-side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors ar e heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the Electric Rear W indow Defroster . Illuminated V anity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor .
HANDS-FREE COMMUNICA TION (UConnect 姞 )— IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The sales code RER, REN and REU radios contain an integrated Hands-Free Communication (UConnect 威 ) system. Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for UConnect 威 system operating instructions for these radios.
differ ent electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station, so UConnect 威 works no matter where you stow your cellular phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s UConnect 威 system.
The radio display will be used for visual prompts fr om the UConnect 威 system such as ⬙ CELL ⬙ or caller ID on certain radios. Operation V oice commands can be used to operate the UConnect 威 system and to navigate through the UConnect 威 menu structur e.
T o activate the UConnect 威 system from idle, simply pr ess the PHONE button and follow the audible prompts for directions. All UConnect 威 system sessions begin with a press of the PHONE button on the radio contr ol head. Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say ⬙ Cancel ⬙ and you will be returned to the main menu.
• Y ou will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7, with 1 being the highest priority . Y ou can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect 威 system. However , at any given time, only one cellular phone can be in use, connected to your UConnect 威 system.
• The system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say ⬙ John Doe, ⬙ where John Doe is a pr evi- ously stored name entry in the UConnect 威 phonebook.
The UConnect 威 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. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. Phonebook Download UConnect 威 allows the user to download entries from their phone via Bluetooth 威 .
• Y ou will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit. • Next, choose the number designation (home, work, mobile, or pager) that you wish to edit. • When prompted, r ecite the new phone number for the phonebook entry that you are editing.
• After you enter the name, the UConnect 威 system will ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, work, mobile, pager , or all. Say the designation you wish to delete. • Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted.
Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed thr ough the UConnect 威 system if the feature(s) ar e available on your cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service plan provides thr ee-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the UConnect 威 system.
Place/Retrieve a Call From Hold T o put a call on hold, press the PHONE button until you hear a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. T o bring the call back from hold, pr ess and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep.
Redial • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Redial. ⬙ • The UConnect 威 system will call the last number that was dialed from your cellular phone. NOTE: This may not be the last number dialed from the UConnect 威 system.
• After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to English, Espanol, or Francais. • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language.
Y our phone must be turned on and paired to the UConnect 威 system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations, when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect 威 system. T owing Assistance If you need towing assistance: • Press the PHONE button to begin.
When calling a number with your UConnect 威 system that normally requir es you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can press the “V oice Recognition” button and say the sequence you wish to enter , followed by the word ⬙ Send.
T urning Confirmation Prompts On/Off T urning confirmation prompts of f will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the UConnect 威 sys- tem will not repeat a phone number befor e you dial it). • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Setup Confirmations.
Mute/Un-Mute (Mute Off) When you mute the UConnect 威 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 威 system: • Press the “V oice Recognition” button.
• When prompted, say ⬙ List Phones. ⬙ • The UConnect 威 system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in or der from the highest to the lowest priority . T o “select” or “delete” a paired phone being announced, press the “V oice Recogni- tion” button and say “Select” or “Delete.
Things Y ou Should Know About Y our UConnect 姞 System UConnect 威 T utorial T o hear a brief tutorial of the system features, pr ess the PHONE button and say “UConnect 威 T utorial.
• Speak normally , without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from you. • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period.
Far End Audio Performance • Audio quality is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather conditions, and • operation from the driver’s seat.
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V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompt.
V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous recor d again redial V oic.
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.
Pressing the VR har d-key while the system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interr upted and you can add or change commands. This will become helpful once you start to learn the options. NOTE: At any time, you can say the words CANCEL, HELP , or MAIN MENU.
Main Menu Start a dialogue by pressing the VR har d-key . Y ou may say MAIN MENU to switch to the main menu. In this mode, you can say the following commands: • RADIO (to switch to the radio mode) .
• NEXT CHANNEL (to select the next channel) • PREVIOUS CHANNEL (to select the previous chan- nel) • LIST CHANNEL (to hear a list of available channels) • SELECT NAME (to say the name of a channel) • RADIO MENU (to switch to the radio menu) • MAIN MENU (to switch to the main menu) Disc T o switch to the disc mode say DISC.
− PREVIOUS (to play the previous memo) − DELETE (to delete a memo) • DELETE ALL (to delete all memos) NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the VR hard-key first and wait for the beep, befor e speaking the “barge in” commands.
SEA TS Easy Entry Seats Pushing the lever upward (towar d the front of the vehicle) allows the seat back to dump forward and the seat to slide forward. This allows for easier access to the rear seat. Power Seats The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor .
W ARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Lumbar Support This feature allows you to incr ease or decrease the amount of lumbar support. T urn the control lever for - ward to incr ease and rearward to decr ease the desired amount of lumbar support. Head Restraints Head restraints can r educe the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the r ear .
Heated Seats Heated seats provide comfort and warmth on cold days and can help soothe sore muscles and backs. The heaters provide the same heat level for both cushion and back. The driver seat and front passenger seat ar e heated. The controls for each heater ar e located near the bottom center of the instrument panel.
illuminated changes from two to one, indicating the change. Operation on the low setting also turns off automatically after 30 minutes. NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes.
When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by str ongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap. W ARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position.
Next, move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. T o prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it.
LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch contr ols the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, and fog lights.
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. T o turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch counter clockwise to the AUTO (A) position. When the system is on, the headlight time delay feature is also on.
If you turn the headlights, park lights, or ignition switch ON again, the system will cancel the delay . If you turn the headlights off befor e the ignition, they will turn off in the normal manner . NOTE: The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds of turning the ignition OFF to activate this feature.
Multifunction Control Lever The multifunction control lever contr ols the operation of the turn signals, headlight beam selection, and passing lights. The lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch Push the multifunction control lever away fr om you to switch the headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to LOW beam. Flash to Pass Y ou can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction control lever towar d you.
Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. T o protect the battery , the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or ar e on because a door is open.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND W ASHERS The multifunction control lever operates the windshield wipers and washer when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
regulate the wipe interval fr om a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 23 seconds between cycles. W ARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. Y ou might not see other vehicles or other obstacles.
Headlights On with Wipers (A vailable with Auto Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers ar e turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO (A) position.
W ARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. TIL T/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downwar d.
outward or push it inwar d as desired. T o lock the steering column in position, push the control handle inwar d until fully engaged. W ARNING! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
T o Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button located on the end of the speed control lever . The indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate to show that the speed control sys- tem is on. T o turn the system off, push and r elease the ON/OFF button again.
Pushing and releasing the ON/OFF button or turning of f the ignition erases the set speed from memory . T o Resume Speed If you deactivated the speed control without erasing the set speed from memory and your vehicle speed is above 20 mph (32 km/h), you can resume the pr evious set speed.
On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur , so it may be preferable to drive without speed contr ol. W ARNING! Speed control can be dangerous where the system can’t maintain a constant speed. Y our vehicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control.
These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer contr ol is turned fully upward, past the second detent. Sunglasses Storage At the rear of the console, a compartment is pr ovided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses.
W ARNING! Y our motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal T ransceiver . Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by federal safety standards.
2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) from the HomeLink 威 buttons while keeping the EVIC display in view . For optimal training, point the battery end of the hand- held transmitter away from the HomeLink 威 .
This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is NOT the button normally used to open and close the door). 6. Firmly press and r elease the “learn” or “training” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer .
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws r equire transmitter sig- nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission – which may not be long enough for HomeLink 威 to pick up the signal during programming.
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink 姞 Button T o repr ogram a channel that has been previously trained, follow these steps: 1. T urn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Press and hold the desir ed HomeLink 威 button for 20 seconds until the EVIC display states “CHANNEL # TRAINING.
General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference 2.
W ARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
the switch in the forward position, the sunr oof will close fully and then stop automatically . Release the switch once the sunroof stops moving. Closing Sunroof - Express Press the switch forwar d and release, and the sunroof will close automatically from any position.
Sunshade Operation The sunshade can be opened manually . However , the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. Wind Buffeting W ind buffeting can be described as the per ception of pressur e on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There ar e two 12-volt electrical outlets on this vehicle. Both of the outlets are pr otected by a fuse. The front 12-volt power outlet has power available only when the ignition is ON. This outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit.
The center console outlet is powered dir ectly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or pr event engine starting. Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in use (i.
CUPHOLDERS Front Cupholders The front cupholders ar e located in the center console. Rear Cupholders The rear seat cupholders ar e located in the center armrest between the rear seats.
CONSOLE FEA TURES Sliding Center Console Armrest The center console armrest slides forwar d with three detents to provide flexibility for comfort, cupholder use, and shifting ease.
REAR WINDOW FEA TURES Rear Window Defroster The pushbutton for the rear window defr oster is located on the mode knob of the climate control switch bank. Press this button to turn on the r ear window defroster and the electric r emote control heated mirrors (if equipped).
UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Featur es ................. 1 4 8 䡵 Instrument Cluster ...................... 1 4 9 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description ............. 1 5 0 䡵 Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) .
▫ Electrical Disturbances .................. 1 7 5 ▫ AM Reception ....................... 1 7 5 ▫ FM Reception ........................ 1 7 5 䡵 Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And 6–Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX Jack) ..............
▫ Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode ...... 1 9 7 ▫ Operating Instructions - Hands-Fr ee Phone (If Equipped) ........................ 1 9 9 䡵 Kicker 威 High Performance Sound System W ith Driver-Selectable Surr ound (DSS) – If Equipped .
INSTRUMENT P ANEL FEA TURES 1 — Air Outlet 5 — Heated Seat Switch 9 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — ESP OFF Switch 10 — T runk Release Switch 3 — Glove Box 7 — Hazard W ar.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 149 4.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. T rip Odometer Button Press this button to change the display fr om odometer to either of two trip odometer settings.
7. Electronic Thr ottle Control (ETC) W arning Light This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check when the ignition switch is turned ON. This light will also turn on while the engine is running if ther e is a problem with the Elec- tronic Thr ottle Control system.
W ARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. Y ou or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. Y ou may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, refer to Section 7 and follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph.
12. Electronic Stability Pr ogram (ESP)/T raction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light If this indicator light flashes during accelera- tion, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing r oad conditions, and do not switch off the ESP .
16. Seat Belt Reminder Light This light will turn on for five to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. A chime will sound if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled during the bulb check.
20. Brake W arning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low , or that there is a pr oblem with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
remain on if the parking brake is applied or if a brake fault is detected. If the parking brake is not applied and the light remains on, or if the light does not turn on, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer . NOTE: The light will turn on when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the parking brake is applied.
maintain correct tir e pressure, even if under -inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pr essure telltale. Y our vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly .
23. Anti-Lock Brake W arning Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMA TION CENTER (EVIC) The Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver -interactive display . It is located in the instrument cluster below the speedometer . V ehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttons (de- scribed in this section) are also equipped with the EVIC.
• Surround Sound Modes (If Equipped with Driver - Selectable Surround [DSS]) • Performance Features The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel.
Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays When the appropriate conditions exist, the Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays the following messages: • T urn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mi [1.
• Left Rear Low Pressur e (with a single chime) • Right Front Low Pr essure (with a single chime) • Right Rear Low Pressur e (with a single chime) • Check TPM System (with a single chime) • .
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. T o turn off the message temporarily , press and release the MENU button. T o reset the oil change indica- tor system (after performing the scheduled maintenance) refer to the following pr ocedure.
Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the T rip Computer functions. The T rip Functions mode displays the following. A verage Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will r ead “RESET” or show dashes for two seconds.
Elapsed T ime Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or ST ART position. Display Units of Measure in T o make your selection, press and r elease the FUNC- TION SELECT button until “US” or “METRIC” appears.
The Performance Features include the following: • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) • Braking Distance • 1/8 Mile • 1/4 Mile • Instantaneous G-Force • Peak G-Force • Digital Speedometer T o access, press and r elease the MENU button until Performance Features displays in the EVIC.
Braking Distance When selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was depressed. • This feature will only function when applying the brakes at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h). • Engaging the parking brake will disable this feature.
• The time and speed will continue to display until the FUNCTION SELECT button is pressed. • Pressing the FUNCTION SELECT button will clear the current r un and display the vehicle’s best 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) run. • T o clear the vehicle’s best 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) run, press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for five seconds.
Compass Display COMP ASS Button The compass readings indicate the dir ection the vehicle is facing. Press and r elease the COMP ASS button to display one of eight com- pass readings and the outside temperatur e. Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually .
Compass V ariance Compass V ariance is the differ ence between magnetic North and geographic North. In some areas of the country , the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings.
1. T urn the ignition switch ON. 2. Press and hold the COMP ASS button for approxi- mately two seconds. 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass V ariance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and r elease FUNCTION SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected accor ding to the map.
Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in P ARK. Press and r elease the MENU button until Personal Set- tings displays in the EVIC. Use the SCROLL button to display one of the following choices.
on the first press of the RKE UNLOCK button. T o make your selection, press and r elease the FUNCTION SE- LECT button until “Driver Door 1st Press” or “All Doors 1st Press” appears. Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the RKE LOCK button is pressed.
T urn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors ar e unlocked with the RKE transmitter . T o make your selec- tion, press and r elease the FUNCTION SELECT button until “OFF ,” “30 sec.
RADIO GENERAL INFORMA TION Radio Broadcast Signals Y our new radio will provide excellent r eception under most operating conditions. Like any system, however , car radios have performance limitations, due to mobile op- eration and natural phenomena, which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning.
NOTE: The radio, steering wheel radio controls, and 6-disc CD/DVD changer (if equipped) will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF .
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Press the ON/VOLUME contr ol knob a second time to turn off the radio.
Phone Button (UConnect 威 Hands-Free Phone) — If Equipped Press this button to operate the Hands-Fr ee Phone (UConnect 威 ) feature (if equipped). Refer to “Hands-Fr ee Communication (UConnect 威 )” in Section 3.
R W/FF Pressing the R W (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next fr equency in the direction of the arr ows. This feature operates in AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies. TUNE Control T urn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counter clockwise to decrease the frequency .
MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music T ype mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se- lected. Many radio stations do not currently br oadcast Music T ype information.
Program T ype 16-Digit Character Display T op 40 T op 40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the Music T ype icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music T ype name. The Music T ype function only operates when in the FM mode.
• Angle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will change the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (if equipped). NOTE: The available selections for each of the above entries varies depending upon the disc. NOTE: These selections can only be made while playing a DVD.
Subtitle Language — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default subtitle language (effective only if the language is supported by the disc).
SET Button — T o Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are r eceiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory , press the SET button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window . Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this station and press and r elease that button.
CAUTION! The radio may shut down during extremely hot conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate “Disc Hot” and shut off until a safe temperature is reached. This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics of the DVD player and other radio internal components.
Press and hold the EJECT button for five seconds and all CDs will be ejected from the radio. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF . SEEK Button (CD MODE) Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD.
Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs r ecorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor - mally .
When using the MP3/WMA encoder to compress audio data to an MP3/WMA file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table ar e supported. In addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3/WMA files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR bit rates.
• Number of files and folders - Loading times will increase with mor e files and folders T o increase the speed of disc loading, it is r ecommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs. T o create a single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option before writing to the disc.
Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- iary device if the AUX jack is connected. NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up.
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (UConnect 威 ) (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect 威 )” in Section 3. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to “Satellite Radio” in this section. Dolby 威 Manufactured under license fr om Dolby 威 Laboratories.
NOTE: If your vehicle is not equipped with UConnect 威 , the unit will respond with a “Not Equipped W ith UConnect 威 ” message when selecting controls r elated to this feature.
Clock Setting Procedure The GPS receiver in this system is synchr onized to the time data being transmitted by the GPS satellites. The satellites’ clock is Greenwich Mean T ime (GMT). This is the worldwide standard for time. This makes the sys- tem’s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone and daylight savings information is set.
3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in the box next to the words “Daylight Savings.” T ouch the screen wher e the words “Daylight Savings” are dis- played to change the current setting.
2. T ouch the screen wher e the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in the box next to the words “Show T ime if Radio is Off.” T ouch the screen wher e the words “Show T ime if Radio is Off” ar e displayed to change the current setting.
T o access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: ESN/SID Access W ith REQ/RES Radios W ith the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll using the T une/Scroll contr ol knob until Sirius ID is selected.
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.
INFO Button — REU Radio Pressing the INFO button will display information about Artist, Song T itle, and Composer (if available). Pressing the INFO button again will close the INFO screen. R W/FF Pressing the R W (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arr ows.
SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the following items: • Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number . This number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the Sirius subscription.
KICKER 姞 HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECT ABLE SURROUND (DSS) – IF EQUIPPED Y our vehicle is equipped with a state of the art audio amplifier that provides 5.1-channel surr ound sound from any stereo audio sour ce. A new feature of the Kicker 威 audio system offers the ability to choose surr ound sound for any audio source.
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS The remote sound system contr ols are located on the surface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o’clock positions. V ehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttons are also equipped with the Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC).
SCROLL Button When the EVIC is in the Compass/T emp/ Audio screen, pr ess the SCROLL button to seek up and down radio stations, tracks, chapters, files, etc., depending on which radio is in the vehicle. CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE T o keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the following precautions: 1.
CLIMA TE CONTROLS Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System The Manual T emperature Contr ol consists of a series of outer rotary dials and inner pushbuttons. Blower Control Use this control to r egulate the amount of air forced thr ough the ven- tilation system in any mode.
T emperature Control Use this control to r egulate the tem- perature of the air inside the passenger compartment. The blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while the red ar ea indicates warmer temperatures.
NOTE: For all settings except full cold or full hot, there is a differ ence in temperature between the upper and lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets.
NOTE: • Continuous use of the recir culation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur . Extended use of this mode is not recommended. • The use of the recir culation mode in cold or damp weather may cause windows to fog on the inside, because of moisture build-up inside the vehicle.
Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high-quality antifr eeze coolant to provide pr oper corrosion protection and to pr otect against engine overheating. A 50% solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water is r ecommended.
Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake, located dir ectly in front of the windshield, is free of obstr uctions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow , and if they enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains.
Control Setting Suggestions for V arious W eather Conditions UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 209 4.
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ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es ..................... 2 1 4 ▫ Automatic T ransmission ................ 2 1 5 ▫ Keyless Go .......................... 2 1 6 ▫ Normal Starting ...................... 2 1 7 ▫ Extremely Cold W eather (Below ⫺ 20°F Or ⫺ 29°C) .
▫ T raction ............................ 2 3 0 䡵 Driving Through W ater .................. 2 3 0 ▫ Flowing/Rising W ater .................. 2 3 0 䡵 Parking Brake ......................... 2 3 2 䡵 Brake System .......................... 2 3 4 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .
䡵 T ire Chains ........................... 2 6 1 䡵 Snow T ires ........................... 2 6 2 䡵 T ire Rotation Recommendations ............ 2 6 2 ▫ T ire Rotation — Standar d T ires ............ 2 6 3 ▫ T ire Rotation — Optional T ires .
ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instr uct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle.
Automatic T ransmission The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or P ARK position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear . CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into P ARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Keyless Go This function allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the ENGINE ST ART/ST OP button is installed and the Keyless Go igni- tion key (FOBIK) is in the passen- ger compartment. Installing And Removing The Engine Start/Stop Button 1.
Normal Starting Using The ENGINE ST AR T/STOP Button (T ip Start) NOTE: Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Press and hold your foot on the brake pedal and then pr ess and release the ENGINE ST AR T/STOP button twice.
If Engine Fails T o Start W ARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury . • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started.
Then, turn the ignition switch to the ST ART position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the normal starting pr ocedure.
AUTOMA TIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into P ARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed.
• Shift lever position • Accelerator position • V ehicle speed The gear shifting process is continuously adapted, de- pendent on the driving style, the driving situation, and the road characteristics.
W ARNING! Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is run- ning. Before exiting a vehicle, you should always shift the transmission into P ARK, remove the key from the ignition, and apply the parking brake.
T o activate the override, first insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to the ACC or ON position. Then, press the pink-color ed tab through the access port with a small flat-bladed screwdriver or alike. While pressing the override tab, move the shift lever out of the P ARK position.
Gear Ranges P ARK P ARK supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never use P ARK while the vehicle is in motion.
CAUTION! Damage to the shifter could result if the shift lever is moved out of P ARK before the ignition is turned from the LOCK to ON position. REVERSE Shift into REVERSE gear only when the vehicle is com- pletely stopped. NEUTRAL In NEUTRAL, no power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle.
DRIVE This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- shifts and the best fuel economy . The transmission automatically upshifts through 5th gear . The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions.
A reset feature is available to allow the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service. T o reset the transmission, use the following procedur e: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Move the shift lever to the P ARK position. 3. T urn OFF the engine. 4.
AUTOSTICK 姞 Autostick 威 is a driver-interactive transmission that of fers manual gear shifting to provide you with mor e control of the vehicle. Autostick 威 allows you to maximize engine braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance.
one second. The transmission will now operate automati- cally , shifting between the five available gears. Autostick 姞 General Information • Y ou can start out in 1st or 2nd gear . The system will ignore attempts to upshift at too low of a vehicle speed.
T raction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and r oad surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability . T o reduce this possibility , the following precau- tions should be observed: 1.
Shallow Standing W ater Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water , consider the following Caution and W arning before doing so.
W ARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’ s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water . • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’ s braking capabilities, which increases stop- ping distances.
When parking on a hill, it is important to apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in P ARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mecha- nism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of P ARK.
W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power win- dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides incr eased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the brakes during severe braking conditions to pr event wheel lock-up.
W ARNING! • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains sophisticated elec- tronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment. This interference can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capability .
If both the Brake W arning Light and the ABS Light remain on, the ABS and EBD systems are not functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS system is requir ed. POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and incr eased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system commonly r eferred to as ESP . This system includes the ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System), the TCS (T raction Control System), the BAS (Brake Assist System), and the ESP (Electr onic Stability Program).
TCS (T raction Control System) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressur e is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to pr ovide enhanced acceleration and stability .
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) This system enhances directional contr ol and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESP corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel.
W ARNING! The ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those result- ing from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning.
The ESP OFF switch is located in the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument panel. T o enter the “Par - tial Off” mode, momentarily depr ess the ESP OFF switch and the ESP/TCS Indicator Light will illuminate. T o turn the ESP ON again, momentarily depr ess the ESP OFF switch and the ESP/TCS Indicator Light will turn off.
this message. The “ESP OFF” message may appear in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Sec- tion 4.
W ARNING! W ith the ESP switched OFF , the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable. In an emer - gency evasive maneuver , the ESP system will not en- gage to assist in maintaining stability . The “Full Off” ESP mode is intended for off-highway or of f-road only .
NOTE: • The ESP/TCS Indicator Light and the ESP/BAS Mal- function Indicator Light will turn on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESP System will be ON even if it was turned OFF previously .
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 designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European-Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards.
T ire Sizing Chart TIRE SIZING TERMS 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.
TIRE SIZING TERMS 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 ti.
T ire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however , the date code may only be on one side. T ires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tir e inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side B-Pillar .
Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Y ou will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loadi.
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer , load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
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W ARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
2. Economy— Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear pat- terns to develop across the tir e tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tr ead life resulting in a need for earlier tire r eplacement. Under-inflation also increases tir e rolling resistance and r esults 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 are always “cold tire inflation pr essure.
T ire Pressures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tir e inflation pressure is very important.
Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow , or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h). Refer to the paragraph on “Freeing A Stuck V ehicle” in Section 6. W ARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure.
These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tr ead grooves. They will appear as bands when the tr ead depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tir e should be replaced. Many states have laws requiring tir e replacement at this point.
Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle pr ovide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tir e inflation pressure. The manu- facturer str ongly recommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed.
CAUTION! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer readings. Alignment And Balance Poor suspension alignment may result in: • Fast tire wear . • Uneven tire wear , such as feathering and one-sided wear .
SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country r equire the use of snow tires during the winter . Standard tires ar e of the all season type and satisfy this requir ement as indicated by the M+S designation on the tire sidewall. If you need snow tires, select tir es equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires.
Tire Rotation — Standard T ires The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped with all season tires is the “forwar d-cross” as shown in the following diagram. Tire Rotation — Optional T ires The suggested rotation method is the “side-to-side” as shown in the following diagram.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) • The T ire Pr essure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pr essure based on the vehicle recommended cold placar d pressure. • The tire pr essure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.
pressur es. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. − For example, your vehicle may have a recom- mended cold (parked for more than thr ee hours) placard pr essure of 30 psi (207 kPa).
NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tir e care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tir e failure or condition. • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pr essure gauge while adjusting your tire pr essure. • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tir e causes the tire to over heat and can lead to tire failure.
• CORAX Receiver module, • V arious TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- tronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC), and • TPM T elltale Light The matching full size spare wheel and tir e assembly (if equipped) has a TPM sensor . The full size spare can be used in place of any of the four road tir es.
Should this occur , you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with low pr essure (those flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pr essure value.
If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer exists, the TPM T elltale Light will no longer flash, and the ⬙ CHECK TPM SYSTEM ⬙ message will no longer display , and a pressure value will display in place of the dashes.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS 6.1L Engine The 6.1L engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and pr ovide excel- lent fuel economy and performance when using high-quality premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 or higher . Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine.
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 areas 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 is not needed under normal conditions and they 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 located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle. Use a finger to pull open the door . If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the r eplacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
W ARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle.
VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the “V ehicle Certification Label.” This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated. Do not exceed the specified Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR).
W ARNING! Because the front wheels 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.
NOTE: Refer to the “V ehicle Certification Label” affixed to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and GA WRs. TRAILER TOWING T railer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. RECREA TIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Recreational towing for this vehicle is not r ecommended.
WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher .................. 2 8 0 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................. 2 8 0 䡵 TIREFIT T ire Repair ..................... 2 8 1 䡵 Jump Starting ......................... 2 8 6 䡵 Freeing A Stuck V ehicle .
HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The hazard warning switch is located in the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument panel. Depr ess the switch to activate the flashers. When activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and of f to warn oncoming traffic of an emer gency .
NOTE: There ar e steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat.
The TIREFIT system is located under an access panel in the trunk. 1. Air pump hose 2. Power plug and cable 3. AIR PUMP switch 4. Pressur e gauge 5. TIREFIT sealant bottle 6.
W ARNING! • Do not attempt to repair a tire on the side of the vehicle close to traffic. Pull far enough of f the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or repairing a tire.
9. Press the switch 3 on the air pump to I (ON). The air pump should start to inflate the tire and the tir e sealant (white fluid) will flow from the sealant bottle 5 thr ough the TIREFIT sealant hose 6 and into the tire. 10. Allow the air pump to run for five minutes and then read the pr essure gauge 4.
20. Release the parking brake and drive the vehicle for approximately 10 minutes to ensur e optimum distribu- tion of the tire sealant within the tir e. 21. T urn on the hazard warning flashers. 22. Move the shift lever to the P ARK position, turn OFF the engine, and set the parking brake.
NOTE: • If a pressur e of at least 19 psi (1.3 bar) cannot be maintained in the tire, the tir e is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further . Call for assistance. • Do not operate the electric air pump for more than eight minutes to avoid overheating.
NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery terminals ar e located in the engine compartment for jump-starting. 1. W ear eye protection and r emove any metal jewelry such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.
6. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine ground (-) of the vehicle with the discharged battery . Make sure you have a good contact on the engine ground. Refer to the following illustration for jump-starting connections.
W ARNING! • Y ou should not try to start your vehicle by pushing or towing. • Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery . The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode. • During cold weather when temperatures are be- low the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze.
CAUTION! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- tween “1st” and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result. • Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position. The only ap- proved method of towing without the ignition key is with a flat-bed truck. Pr oper towing equipment is neces- sary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
CAUTION! • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the front fascia will result. • If the transmission is not operative or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 30 mi (48 km), then the only approved method of towing is with a flat-bed truck.
MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 6.1L .............. 2 9 6 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ........ 2 9 7 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap .................. 2 9 7 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ......
▫ Power Steering — Fluid Check ............ 3 1 0 ▫ Front And Rear Suspension Ball Joints ...... 3 1 1 ▫ Steering Linkage ...................... 3 1 1 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 3 1 1 ▫ W indshield W iper Blades .............
▫ Center T ail/Backup Light ............... 3 4 0 ▫ Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 340 ▫ License Light ........................ 3 4 0 䡵 Fluid Capacities ........................ 3 4 1 䡵 Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts ...
ENGINE COMP ARTMENT — 6.1L 1 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post 6 — Power Steering Fluid 2 — Fuses (Integrated Power Module) 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Coolant Pressur e Cap 8 — E.
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.
T rip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the MIL.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later , one of two things will happen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition key or start the engine. This means that the vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station.
DEALER SERVICE Y our authorized dealer has the qualified service person- nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner . Service manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle.
Engine Oil Checking Oil Level T o assure pr oper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF , and meet the requir ements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725.
Materials Added to Engine Oil The manufacturer str ongly recommends against the addi- tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered pr oduct and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives.
Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire pr operly to assure engine perfor- mance and emissions control. New plugs should be installed at the specified mileage. The entire set should be replaced if ther e is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug. Malfunctioning spark plugs can damage the cata- lytic converter .
Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requir es the use of unleaded fuel only . Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not requir e maintenance.
W ARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn.
Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the maintenance-free battery is permanently 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. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Don’t lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water .
Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluor o- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
W ARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine OFF to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only manufacturer’s recommended power steering fluid. If necessary , add fluid to restore to the pr oper indicated level.
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 MOP AR 威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock cylinder .
W ARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system.
Cooling System W ARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera- ture controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the ON position.
drain from the coolant r ecovery bottle. DO NOT RE- MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT . Cooling System — Drain, Flush, and Refill The system should be drained, flushed, and refilled at the intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8.
Adding Coolant Y our vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This coolant can be used up to five years or 100,000 mi (160 000 km) before r eplacement. T o prevent reducing this extended maintenance period, it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. 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.
service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory , the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean, also. • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or W inter operation. If replacement is ever necessary , install ONL Y the corr ect type thermostat.
Care should be taken with installing quick connect fittings to ensure they ar e properly installed and fully connected. See your authorized dealer for service. Brake System In order to assur e brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically .
necessarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of hot fluid when systems are under pr essure (during vehicle operation), should be noted before a hose is replaced based on leakage. • Inspect the brake hoses whenever the brake system is serviced and at every engine oil change.
Use only manufacturer’s r ecommended brake fluid. Re- fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type. W ARNING! • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire.
CAUTION! • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder . Using a transmission fluid other than that recommended by the manufacturer will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes.
Special Additives Automatic T ransmission Fluid (A TF) is an engineered product and its performance may be impair ed by supple- mental additives. Therefor e, do not add any fluid addi- tives to the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks.
• Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. W ashing • W ash your vehicle regularly . Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using MOP AR 威 Car W ash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water .
• If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause that destroys the paint and pr otective coating, have your vehicle repair ed as soon as pos- sible. The cost of such repairs is consider ed the respon- sibility of the owner . • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc.
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 MOP AR 威 T otal Clean or equivalent.
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments that may scratch the elements. When cleaning the rear view mirr or , spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirr or .
FUSES Integrated Power Module (IPM) The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the engine compartment. This module contains fuses and relays. CAUTION! • When installing the integrated power module cover , it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini- Fuse Description 1 — 15 Amp Blue W asher Motor 2 — 25 Amp Neutral Powertrain Control Mod- ule (PCM) 3 — 25 Amp Neutral Ignition Run/Start 4 — 25 Amp Neutral EGR Sol.
Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spar e tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays.
CAUTION! • When installing the power distribution center cover , it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini- Fuse Description 8 — 15 Amp Blue Diagnostic Link Connec- tor (DLC)/W ireless Con- trol Module (WCM)/ W ireless Ignition Node (WIN) 9 — 20 Amp Y ellow Power Outlet 10 .
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini- Fuse Description 28 — 10 Amp Red Ignition Run 29 — 5 Amp Orange Cluster/Electronic Stabil- ity Program (ESP)/ Powertrain Control Mod- ule (PCM)/STOP LIGHT Switch 30 —.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini- Fuse Description 43 30 Amp Pink — Rear W indow Defroster 44 20 Amp Blue — Amplifier - if equipped/ Sunroof - if equipped * Cavities 1 1, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses (circuit br eakers) that are only serviceable by an autho- rized dealer .
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights .............. W 5 W Rear Compartment (T runk) Light ............. 5 6 2 Overhead Console Reading Lights ............. 5 7 8 V isor V anity Lights ..............
BULB REPLACEMENT Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and Park/T urn Light — Models with High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights HID Headlights The headlights are a type of high voltage dischar ge tube. High voltage can remain in the cir cuit even with the HEADLIGHT switch off and the key r emoved.
Front/Rear Side Marker Light 1. Remove the front/r ear side marker . Use a fiber stick or similar tool to gently pry the light on the outboard side to disengage the clip. NOTE: • If a screwdriver is used, make sur e a soft material is placed between the vehicle body and tool so not to scratch the paint.
3. Remove the fasteners from the back of the tail light assembly . 4. Pull back the trunk liner . 5. Remove the remaining fasteners fr om the back of the tail light assembly . 6. Pull the tail light assembly clear from the vehicle to access the bulbs.
1 1. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly , and then turn it clockwise. 12. Reinstall the tail light assembly , fasteners, electrical connector , and trunk liner . 13. Close the trunk. Center T ail/Backup Light See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement.
FLUID CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 0W -40) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 6.1 Liter Engine (MOP AR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent 15 Quarts 14.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant MOP AR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Organic Additive T echnology) or equivalent Engine Oil (6.
Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Automatic T ransmission MOP AR 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid Brake Master Cylinder MOP AR 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 ........ 3 4 6 䡵 Maintenance Schedule ................... 3 4 6 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals .
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type, must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the Emission Contr ol System.
• Change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle for an extended period of time. • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 mi (10 000 km) or six months, whichever comes first. Y our authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change.
Required Maintenance Intervals Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . 6,000 10 000 6 Rotate the tires.
Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Replace the engine air cleaner filter . 30,000 50 000 30 Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-r oad, or fre- quent trailer towing.
W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y o u r V e h i c l e .......................... 3 5 3 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 3 5 3 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 3 5 3 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests .
䡵 Department Of T ransportation Uniform T ire Quality Grades ........................ 3 5 8 ▫ T readwear .......................... 3 5 9 ▫ T raction Grades .
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 .
high quality service. The manufacturer’s authorized deal- ers have the facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner . This is why you should always talk to an authorized 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 ARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
T o contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY : 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www .safercar .gov; or write to: Administra- tor , NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW ., W ashington, D.C. 20590.
• Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedur e Manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer -controlled ve- hicle systems and features.
T readwear The T readwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr olled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
V ehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repr e- sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum requir ed by law . W ARNING! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
INDEX 10.
About Y our Brakes .................... 232,234 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ............ 235,238 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 3 1 6 Adding Fuel ........................... 2 7 4 Adding W asher Fluid .................. 124,312 Additives, Fuel .
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 3 1 Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 7 5 Automatic Door Locks ..................... 3 1 Automatic Headlights ..................... 1 1 7 Automatic T ransaxle Special Additives ......................
Master Cylinder ....................... 3 2 1 Parking ............................. 2 3 2 W arning Light ..................... 155,234 Brakes ............................. 234,320 Brake/T ransmission Interlock ............... 2 2 2 Break-In Recommendations, New V ehicle .
Cold W eather Operation ................... 2 1 7 Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 2 0 2 Compass .............................. 1 6 9 Compass Calibration ..................... 1 6 9 Compass V ariance ....................... 1 7 0 Computer , T rip/T ravel .
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 2 9 7 Digital V ideo Disc (DVD) Player ............. 1 9 1 Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 1 2 0 Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... 3 0 1 Disabled V ehicle T owing .................
Break-In Recommendations ................ 6 7 Checking Oil Level ..................... 3 0 1 Compartment ......................... 2 9 6 Coolant (Antifreeze) ................. 314,342 C o o l i n g ............................. 3 1 4 Exhaust Gas Caution .
Flashers Hazard W arning ....................... 2 8 0 T urn Signal ...................... 7 0 , 1 1 9 , 1 5 2 Flash-T o-Pass ........................... 1 2 0 Flooded Engine Starting ................... 2 1 8 Fluid, Brake ........................... 3 4 3 Fluid Capacities .
F u e l i n g ............................... 2 7 4 Fuses ................................ 3 2 9 Garage Door Opener (HomeLink 威 ) ........... 1 3 0 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ............... 274,297 Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 2 7 0 Gasoline (Fuel) .
W ashers ............................. 3 1 2 Heated Mirrors .......................... 7 7 Heated Seats ........................... 1 1 2 Heater ............................... 2 0 3 Heater , Engine Block ..................... 2 1 9 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .
Knee Bolster ............................ 4 6 Lane Change and T urn Signals .............. 1 1 9 Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 3 8 LA TCH (Lower Anchors and T ether f o r C H i l d r e n ) ......................... 6 1 , 6 2 Latch Plate .
Illuminated Entry ....................... 2 0 Instrument Cluster .................. 1 1 6 , 1 5 0 Intensity Control ....................... 1 2 1 Interior .......................... 121,129 License ............................. 3 4 0 Lights On Reminder .
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 3 0 7 Maintenance, General ..................... 3 0 0 Maintenance Procedur es ................... 3 0 0 Maintenance Schedule .................... 3 4 6 Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 1 3 9 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .
Change Interval ....................... 3 0 1 Checking ............................ 3 0 1 Dipstick ............................. 3 0 1 Disposal ............................ 3 0 3 F i l t e r ............................ 303,342 Filter Disposal .......
M i r r o r s .............................. 7 6 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 1 4 0 Seats ............................... 1 0 9 Steering ............................. 2 3 7 Steering, Checking ..................... 3 1 0 Sunroof ....
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 2 1 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 2 0 1 Remote Starting System .................... 2 7 Remote T runk Release ..................... 3 5 Replacement Bulbs ....................... 3 3 6 Replacement Keys .
Seats ................................. 1 0 9 Adjustment .......................... 1 0 9 Head Restraints ....................... 1 1 1 Heated .............................. 1 1 2 Height Adjustment ..................... 1 0 9 Lumbar Support ..........
Spark Plugs ......................... 304,342 Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ 3 4 2 O i l ................................ 3 4 2 Speed Control (Cr uise Control) .............. 1 2 6 Speedometer ........................... 1 5 0 Starting .
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 1 8 Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 1 8 T ilt Steering Column ..................... 1 2 5 T ime Delay , Headlight .................... 1 1 7 T ire and Loading Information Placar d ......... 2 5 0 T ire Identification Number (TIN) .
T r a i l e rT o w i n g .......................... 2 7 8 T ransmission ........................... 3 2 2 Automatic ...................... 220,223,322 F l u i d ............................... 3 4 3 S h i f t i n g ............................. 2 2 0 T ransmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .
V iscosity , Engine Oil ...................... 3 0 2 V oice Recognition System (VR) .............. 1 0 4 W arning Flasher , Hazard .................. 2 8 0 W arning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) ........................... 1 5 0 W arnings and Cautions .
INST ALLA TION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to pr ovide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained person- nel.
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