Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Grand Cherokee (2005) Jeep
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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE .............................. 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...........
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction ........................... 4 ▫ Roll Over W arning ..................... 4 䡵 How T o Use This Manual .................. 6 䡵 W arnings And Cautions ................... 6 䡵 V ehicle Identification Number ..
INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting a Jeep 威 Grand Cherokee and welcome to our worldwide family . This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional two-wheel drive vehicles were not intended.
Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident, roll over of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury . Drive carefully .
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICA TION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on a label located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad, visible fr om outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle.
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.
THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys .................. 1 1 ▫ Ignition Key .......................... 1 1 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................ 1 2 䡵 Sentry Key Immobilizer System ............
▫ T ransmitter Battery Service ............... 2 1 䡵 Security Alarm System — If Equipped ......... 2 2 ▫ T o Set The Alarm ...................... 2 2 ▫ T o Disarm The System ................... 2 2 䡵 Liftgate ..............................
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic bag with the key code number on it. If you received your keys without the bag, ask your authorized dealer to give you the number . The key code can also be obtained by your authorized dealer from your vehicle invoice.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder If the driver’s door is opened when the key is in the ignition and not turned to the ON position, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key . CAUTION! Always remove the key from the ignition, and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
If the SKIS indicator light comes on during normal vehicle operation (it has been running for longer than 10 seconds) a fault has been detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible. NOTE: • The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with r emote starting systems.
consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one which has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key System serviced, bring all vehicle keys to the dealer . Customer Key Programming Y ou can program new keys to the system if you have two valid keys by doing the following: 1.
ILLUMINA TED ENTR Y The interior lights come on when you open any door . They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors are closed then fade to off.
CAUTION! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Child Protection Locks The rear doors of your vehicle are equipped with child protection locks.
Power Door Locks A door lock switch is on each front door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If the plunger is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Ther efore, make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door .
Automatic Unlock on Exit Feature — Only A vailable if Auto Lock is Enabled This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver’s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped and in P (Park) or N (Neutral).
NOTE: If desired, the system can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first pr ess of the “Unlock” button. Refer to “Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st” in the Personal Settings section of the “Electronic V ehicle Infor- mation Center (EVIC)”, or simply follow these steps: 1.
The panic alarm will stay on for 3 minutes unless you turn it off by pressing the P ANIC button a second time or if the vehicle speed is 15 mph (24 km/h) or greater . NOTE: The interior lights will turn of f when the ignition is switched to the ACC or ON position after the panic alarm is activated.
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 ransmitter Battery Service The r ecommended r eplacement battery is one CR2032 battery .
3. T o r eassemble the transmitter case, snap the two halves together . Make sure ther e is an even “gap” be- tween the two halves. T est transmitter operation. SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This system monitors the vehicle doors, liftgate, liftgate flipper glass, and ignition for unauthorized operation.
press the “Unlock” button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to disarm the system. The Security Alarm System will not disarm with a manual unlock, either through the lock plunger located on the inside of the door , or through a key in the driver’s door key cylinder .
W ARNING! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. Y ou and your pas- sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. Liftgate Flipper Glass The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked.
Once the liftgate flipper glass has been opened, connec- tion to the rear window wiper is interrupted, preventing activation of the rear wiper blade while the flipper glass is open. NOTE: If a power malfunction to the power liftgate latch should occur , an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the liftgate.
The power window switches remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature. Auto Down The driver’s window switch has an “Auto Down” fea- ture. Press the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically .
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the sunr oof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting. OCCUP ANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety featur es in your vehicle are the restraint systems.
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 thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce 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 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 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 red button marked PRESS on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary , slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow it to retract fully . W ARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection.
As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you ar e taller than average, you’ll prefer a higher position. When you r elease the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position.
W ARNING! • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly “automatic locking re- tractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual.
seconds or until the driver’s seat belt is buckled. The Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert) will be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come acr oss the abdomen. That way the str ong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision.
Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel. The passenger side airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment.
This vehicle may also be equipped with window bags to protect the driver , front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window . If the vehicle is equipped with window bags, they are located above the side windows. Their covers are also labeled SRS/AIRBAG.
The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity . Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bol- sters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger .
children who do not use child restraints or belt- positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
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.
• Front Acceleration Sensors • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner • Occupant Classification System (OCS) — Fr ont Pas- senger Seat Only − Occupant Classification Module − Pa.
section). If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the “Airbag W arning Light” either momentarily or continuously . A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial start up.
objects are placed on the seat, the passenger airbag will not inflate even though the “P AD Indicator Light” is not illuminated. The “P AD Indicator Light” should not be illuminated when teena.
Front Passenger Seat Occupant Passenger Airbag Disable (P AD) Indicator Light Airbag Status Adult OFF ON Grocery Bags, Heavy Briefcases and Other Rela- tively Light Objects ON OFF Empty or V ery Small Objects OFF* OFF * Since the system senses weight, some small objects will turn the P AD Indicator Light on.
If the front passenger seat is damaged in any way , it should only be serviced by an authorized dealer . If the seat is removed (or even if the seat attachment bolts are loosened or tightened in any way), take the vehicle to an authorized dealer .
airbag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of the airbag. In this way , the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle. • The Occupant Classification Module (OCM) is lo- cated beneath the front passenger seat. The OCM classifies the occupant into categories based on the measurements made by the seat weight sensors.
The front passenger seat assembly contains critical com- ponents that affect the fr ont passenger airbag deploy- ment. Correctly functioning front passenger seat compo- nents are critical for the Occupant Classification System (OCS) to properly classify the front passenger and calcu- late the proper airbag deployment.
W ARNING! Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the front passenger seat assembly , its related compo- nents, or seat cover may inadvertently change the airbag deployment in case of a frontal crash. This could result in death or serious injury to the front seat passenger if the vehicle is involved in an acci- dent.
• As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag 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 .
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 if the airbag system is not there to protect you.
data gathered during a complete accident investigation, the electronic data may be used by DaimlerChrysler Corporation and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle performance.
Data Parameters that May Be Recorded: • Diagnostic tr ouble code(s) and warning lamp status for electronically-contr olled safety systems, including the airbag system • Airbag disable lamp status .
W ARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby , can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap can become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured.
W ARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- actly when installing an infant or child restraint.
cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however , any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary).
Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direction, are for chil- dren who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg), and who are older than one year .
LA TCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and T ether for CH ildren) Y our vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LA TCH.
Installing the LA TCH-Compatible Child Restraint System W e urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child r estraint. Not all child r estraint systems will be installed as described her e. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided with the child restraint system.
In addition, ther e are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. Many , but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap.
W ARNING! Improper installation of a child restraint to the LA TCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
to do something more. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, try a different seating position.
W ARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. T ransporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty . SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas W ARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill.
Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Inside The V ehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically , checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately . Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged (bent retractor , torn webbing, etc.
Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately .
UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors ............................... 7 2 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................. 7 2 ▫ Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped ............................ 7 3 ▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature .
▫ Front Seat Adjustment — Recline .......... 1 0 0 ▫ Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment ....... 1 0 1 ▫ Head Restraints ...................... 1 0 1 ▫ 8 - W ay Driver’s Power Seat .............. 1 0 2 ▫ 4 - W ay Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped .
▫ T urn Signals ......................... 1 1 6 ▫ High Beam Switch .................... 1 1 6 ▫ Passing Light ........................ 1 1 6 ▫ Headlight T ime Delay .................. 1 1 7 䡵 W indshield W ipers And W ashers ............ 1 1 7 ▫ Mist .
▫ Driving Up Or Down Hills .............. 1 3 6 䡵 Overhead Console — If Equipped ........... 1 3 7 ▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights ................ 1 3 7 ▫ Sunglasses Storage .................... 1 3 7 䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ......
▫ Rear Storage Compartment .............. 1 5 1 ▫ Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped ........................... 1 5 1 ▫ Cargo T ie-Down Hooks ................. 1 5 3 ▫ Cargo Load Floor ..................... 1 5 4 䡵 Rear W indow Features .
MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window . A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror . The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. Y ou can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror . A light in the button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearwar d to resist damage. The hinges have three detent positions; full forward, full rearward, and normal.
Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel next to the power door lock switch. A rotary knob selects the left mirror , right mirror , or off position. After selecting a mirror move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move.
Lighted V anity Mirrors — If Equipped T o access a lighted vanity mirror , flip down one of the visors. Lift the cover to reveal the mirror . The light will turn on automatically . HANDS–FREE COMMUNICA TION (UConnect™) — IF EQUIPPED UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in vehicle communications system.
UConnect™ allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle, and enables you to mute the system’s micro- phone for private conversation. The UConnect™ phonebook enables you to store up to 32 names and four numbers per name.
The UConnect™ system can be used with any Hands- Free Profile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. If your cellular phone supports a differ ent profile (eg., Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UConnect™ features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details.
• For each of the feature explanation in this section, only the combined form of the voice command is given. Y ou can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command, when you are asked for it.
NOTE: • www .chrysler .com/uconnect • www .dodge.com/uconnect • www .jeep.com/uconnect The following are general phone to UConnect™ System pairing instructions: • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Setup Phone Pairing.
phones are present in the vehicle, the UConnect™ system will use the priority 3 cellular phone when you make a call. Y ou can select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time (refer to ⬙ Advanced Phone Connectivity ⬙ section). Dial by Saying a Number • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
you can say ⬙ John Doe, ⬙ where John Doe is a previ- ously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phone- book. Refer to section ⬙ Add Names to Y our UCon- nect™ Phonebook, ⬙ to learn how to store a name in the phonebook.
four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language. Edit Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Adding names to phonebook is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
Names ⬙ to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose. T o select one of the entries from the list, press the ⬙ V oice Recognition ⬙ button while the UConnect™ system is playing the desired entry and say ⬙ Delete.
Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnect™ system if the feature(s) ar e available on your cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be accessed thr ough the UConnect™ system.
second call is in pr ogress. T o go back to the first call, refer to section ⬙ T oggling Between T wo Calls. ⬙ T o combine two calls, refer to section ⬙ Conference Call.
Redial • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Redial. ⬙ • The UConnect™ system will call the last number that was dialed on your cellular phone. Note: this may not be the last number dialed from the UConnect™ sys- tem.
• After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to (English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language.
Y our phone must be turned on and paired to the UCon- nect™ system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect™ system. T owing Assistance If you need towing assistance, • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
When calling a number with your UConnect™ system that normally r equires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can push the ’V oice Recognition’ button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word ⬙ Send.
dialing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures). By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth™ cellular phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system. The UConnect™ system will work the same as if you dial the number using voice recognition.
Advanced Phone Connectivity T ransfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect™ system allows on going calls to be transferred to your cellular phone to the UConnect™ system without terminating the call.
• Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Setup Select Phone. ⬙ • The phone names (along with priority numbers) will be played. • When prompted say the priority number of the cellu- lar phone you wish to select.
Things Y ou Should Know About Y our UConnect™ System V oice Recognition (VR) • Always wait for the beep before speaking. • Speak normally , without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet away from you. • Make sur e that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period.
Far End Audio Performance • Audio quality is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, and • dry weather condition. • Operation from driver seat.
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North American English Primary Alternate(s) Zero Oh Add location Add new All All of them Confirmation prompts Confirmations prompts Delete a name Delete Language Select language List names List all List paired phones List phones Pager Beeper Phone pairing Pairing Phonebook Phone book Return to main menu Return.
Front Seat Adjustment — Recline T o adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back, and release the lever at the desired position. T o return the seatback, lift the lever , lean forward, and release the lever .
Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment The manual lumbar support adjustment lever is located on the right side of the driver’s seat and on the left side of the passenger’s seat. Moving the lumbar control lever fore and aft increases or decreases the lumbar support.
8 - W ay Driver’s Power Seat The driver’s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls up/down, forwar d/rearward, and tilt adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment.
indicate the level of heat in use. T wo LEDs are illumi- nated for high, one for low , and none for off. Pr essing the switch once will select high-level heating. Pressing the switch a second time will select low-level heating. Pressing the switch a third time will shut the heating elements off.
NOTE: Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seatback to fold down easily . 1. Pull the release strap (toward the front of the vehicle) to release. 2. Fold the rear seat completely forward. T o Raise Rear Seat Raise the rear seatback and lock it into place.
proper position. The automatically folding rear head restraints must be manually returned from the folded position to the seating position. W ARNING! The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position) should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion.
Press the latch and lift the top of the armr est to access the storage bin. The storage bin has an integrated cargo net. DRIVER MEMOR Y SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and.
Y our vehicle may have been delivered with two Remote Keyless Entry transmitters. One or both transmitters can be linked to either memory position. The memory system can accommodate up to four transmitters, each one linked to either of the two memory positions.
9. Pr ess and release the “Lock” button on one of the transmitters. 10. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 1 1. Select ⬙ Remote Linked to Memory ⬙ in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter ⬙ Ye s ⬙ or select ⬙ Use Factory Settings ⬙ from the EVIC and enter ⬙ Ye s ⬙ .
mirror , and the pedals stop moving. A delay of one second will occur before another recall can be selected. T o Disable A T ransmitter Linked to Memory 1. T urn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key . 2. Pr ess and r elease memory button number 1.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD T o open the hood, pull the release lever inside your vehicle located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door . Then reach under the hood and pull upward on the safety latch and lift the hood. T o prevent possible dam- age, do not slam the hood to close it.
W ARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving.
Multi-Function Control Lever The multi-function control lever controls the operation of the headlights, turn signals, headlight beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, passing light, interior courtesy/dome lights, and optional fog lights.
Headlights and Parking Lights T urn the end of the multi-function control lever to the first detent for parking light operation. T urn to the second detent for headlight operation. T urn to the third detent for “Auto” headlight operation (if equipped).
approximately four minutes after the wipers completely stop. Refer to “W indshield W ipers and W ashers” in this section for more information NOTE: When your headlights come on during the daytime, the instrument panel lights will automatically dim to the lower nighttime intensity .
NOTE: Broken, muddy , or obstructed headlights and taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and other obstructions on the windshield or camera lens will cause the system to function improp- erly .
Fog Lights — If Equipped The fog light switch is located in the multi- function control lever . T o activate the fog lights, turn on the park/turn lights, low beam headlights, or “Auto” headlights and pull out the end of the multi- function control lever .
Headlight Time Delay There is also a feature that delays turning off the vehicle lights for 30, 60, or 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned OFF . T o activate the headlight delay , the multi- function control lever must be rotated to the “Off” position after the ignition switch is turned OFF .
T o use the washer , pull the lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will operate for several seconds after the lever is released, and then resume the intermit- tent interval previously selected.
Rain Sensing Wipers—If Equipped This feature senses moistur e on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver . The feature is especially useful for road splash or overspray from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate the end of the multi-function lever to one of six settings to activate this feature.
• The rain sensing system will not operate under the following conditions: when the engine is running and the gear selector is in the P ARK position, or when the vehicle is started in below freezing temperatures. This is done to pr otect the wiper blades fr om damage.
W ARNING! T ilting the steering wheel column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. W ithout a stable steering column, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the tilting mechanism only while the vehicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.
“TRACTION SYS DISABLED” message will be displayed in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to Section 4 of this manual. T o turn the system back ON, press the switch a second time, until the “T raction Control Indicator Light” turns off.
There are two Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages associated with the T raction Control System. Refer to Section 4 of this manual. T raction Sys Disabled This message will be displ.
ELECTRONIC ST ABILITY PROGRAM (ESP)— IF EQUIPPED W ARNING! ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those re- sulting from excessive speed in turns, or hydroplan- ing.
T o turn the ESP system OFF , pr ess the switch, located below the climate controls in the center stack, until the ⬙ ESP Indicator Light ⬙ in the instrument cluster turns on and the message ⬙ ESP SYSTEM DISABLED ⬙ appears in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC).
than the other , the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel and allow mor e engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. T o improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow , sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch off the ESP by pressing the ESP switch.
function. The “ESP Indicator Light” will be on when the system is disabled or only partial function is allowed. The “ESP SYSTEM DISABLED” message and the “ESP Indi- cator Light” being illuminated without the switch being depressed is not an indication that service of the elec- tronic brake system is required.
The Rear Park Assist System can be active only when the shifter is in R (Reverse). If the Rear Park Assist System is enabled at this shifter position, the system will be active until the vehicle speed is increased to approximately 1 1.2 miles/hr (18 km/h) or above.
When the ignition is changed to the RUN/ON position, the warning display will turn ON all of its LEDs for about 1 sec. Each side of the warning display has 6 yellow and 2 red LEDs.
Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist System The Rear Park Assist System can be enabled and disabled with a switch located in the switch bank of the instru- ment panel. When the switch is pressed to disable the system, the instrument cluster will display the ⬙ P ARK ASSIST DIS- ABLED ⬙ message.
Cleaning the Rear Park Assist System Clean the Rear Park Assist Sensors with water , car wash soap and a soft cloth. Do not use r ough or har d cloths.
NOTE: Clean all four Rear Park Assist Sensors regularly , taking care not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not be covered with ice, snow , slush, mud, dirt or debris.
Press the left side of the button to move the pedals rearwar d (toward the driver). Press the right side of the button to move the pedals forward (away from the driver). • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF . • The pedals can be adjusted while driving.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged, this device takes over accelerator opera- tions at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h) for 5.7L engines, and 30 mph (48 km/h) for 3.7L/4.7L engines. The controls are mounted on the steering wheel and consist of ON·OFF , SET , RES·ACCEL, CANCEL, and DECEL controls.
T o Resume Speed T o resume a previously set speed, press and release the RES·ACCEL button. Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) for 5.7L engines, and 30 mph (48 km/h) for 3.7L/4.7L engines. T o V ary the Speed Setting When the Speed Control is ON, speed can be increased by pressing and holding the RES·ACCEL button.
to lock out overdrive. Press the TOW/HAUL switch on the lower center switch bank (below the Heating/Air Conditioning controls). W ARNING! Leaving the Speed Control ON when not in use is dangerous. Y ou could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights, an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink 威 ), storage for sunglasses, and optional power sunroof switches. Courtesy/Reading Lights At the forwar d end of the console are two courtesy/ reading lights.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink 威 Universal T ransceiver replaces up to three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper- ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the push of a button.
Programming HomeLink NOTE: When programming a garage door opener , it is advised to park outside the garage. It is also recom- mended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being pr ogrammed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal.
1. Pr ess and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons, and release only when the EVIC display shows “CHANNELS CLEARED” (after 20 seconds). Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step one to program a second and/or third hand-held transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink buttons.
3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button that you want to train and the hand-held trans- mitter buttons. Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed.
6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the ⬙ learn ⬙ or ⬙ smart ⬙ button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. Firmly press and release the ⬙ learn ⬙ or ⬙ smart ⬙ button.
3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release every two seconds ( ⬙ cycle ⬙ ) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by HomeLink. The EVIC display will show “CHANNEL X TRAINED” (where X is Channel 1, 2, or 3).
2. The EVIC display will show “CHANNEL X TRANS- MIT” (where X is Channel 1, 2, or 3) for 20 seconds and then change to “CHANNEL X TRAINING.” W ithout releasing the HomeLink button, proceed with ⬙ Program- ming ⬙ Step 2. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at: www .
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. W ARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Opening Sunroof - Express Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunroof will open fully , then stop automatically . This is called Express Open. During Express Open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
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 perception of pressur e on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears.
POWER OUTLET T o the right of the convenience tray (lower center of instrument panel) is an outlet for electrically powered accessories. Pull lightly on the tab of the plastic cover to access the outlet. The rear power outlet (if equipped) is located in the left rear cargo area.
CAUTION! Electrical Outlet Use W ith Engine Off • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery , even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually , if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
cup depression towards the passenger seat, but the top surface will not be flush with the console surface. The rear passengers have access to two cup holders that pull out from the lower center of the rear seat.
Rear Storage Compartment The rear storage compartment is located behind the left rear seat. Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy , not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo.
3. The liftgate may be opened with the car go cover in place. W ARNING! In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury . It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment.
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks The tie-downs located on cargo ar ea floor should be used to safely secure loads when vehicle is moving. W ARNING! Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision a hook could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose.
• Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits described on the label attached to the left door or left door center pillar . Refer to “V ehicle Loading” in Sec- tion 5 for additional information on cargo weights. • Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor .
The cargo load floor is held by spring loaded latches. In order to use the cargo load floor , use the following procedur e: NOTE: The cargo load floor latches should not be used as cargo tie-downs. 1. Flip up pull loop(s) so they ar e perpendicular (straight up) to the top surface of the tray .
the wash function. The wash pump will continue to operate as long as the button is pressed. Upon r elease, the wipers will cycle three times before returning to the set position. If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned OFF , the wiper will automatically return to the “Park” position.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED External racks do not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the luggage rack, do not exceed the rated vehicle capacity .
CAUTION! • T o prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without cross rails installed. The load should be secured and placed on top of the cross rails, not directly on the roof.
UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel And Interior Controls ....... 1 6 2 䡵 Instrument Cluster ...................... 1 6 3 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description ............. 1 6 4 䡵 Electronic V ehicle Information Center — If Equipped .
▫ Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD Audio Play) ......................... 1 9 1 ▫ Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio Play) ......................... 1 9 3 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............. 1 9 5 ▫ Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play) .
▫ PTY Button ⬙ Scan ⬙ ..................... 2 0 9 ▫ PTY Button ⬙ Seek ⬙ ..................... 2 1 0 ▫ Satellite Antenna ...................... 2 1 0 ▫ Reception Quality ..................... 2 1 0 䡵 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped .
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed. 2. Brake W arning Light The red BRAKE warning light will come on when the ignition is first turned on, and stay on briefly as a bulb check. If the bulb does not come on during starting, have the bulb re- paired promptly .
Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality , etc. may illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not requir e towing.
8. T achometer The red segments indicate the maximum permissible engine r evolutions-per-minute (r .p.m. x 1000) for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator . 9. Security Alarm System Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will flash rapidly for appr oximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming.
12. T ire Pressur e Monitor W arning Light This light will turn on continuously when there is a low tire pressur e condition. The light will also turn on if a problem exists with any tire sensor . When a system fault is detected, the indicator lamp will flash repetitively for ten seconds.
CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range.
17. Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound.
22. Electr onic Throttle Control (ETC) W arning Light — If Equipped (5.7L Engine Only) This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control system.
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMA TION CENTER — IF EQUIPPED The electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) located in the instrument cluster , when the appropriate condi- tions exist, will display the following messages and symbols. Some of the messages are accompanied by a chime.
• LIFTGA TE/DOOR OPEN (with graphic) • LIFTGA TE/DOORS OPEN (with graphic) • LIFTGLASS OPEN (with graphic) • HOOD OPEN (with graphic) • HOOD/DOOR OPEN (with graphic) • HOOD/DOORS OPEN (wit.
• W ARNING! LIMIT SPEED • CHECK GAS CAP • ESP SYSTEM DISABLED • SER VICE ELEC BRAKE SYSTEM • TRACTION SYS DISABLED • MEMOR Y #1 POSITIONS SET • MEMOR Y #2 POSITIONS SET • MEMOR Y SYSTE.
Customer Programmable Features Press the MENU button until one of the display choices following appears: Language? When in this display you may select one of thr ee lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip computer functions. Press the STEP button while in this display selects English, Espanol, or Francais.
Display U.S. or Metric? Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects US or Metric. The overhead console and instrument panel displays will be in the selected units. Auto Door Locks? When this feature is selected, all doors and the liftgate lock automatically when the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph (25 km/h).
memory set position using the door mounted switch. Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select “Y es” or “No.” Sound Horn W ith Lock? When this featur e is selected a short horn sound will occur when the remote keyless entry “Lock” button is pressed.
this display will select “Low Beam” or “Low/High Beam.” Refer to “Lights — SmartBeams” in Section 3 of this manual. NOTE: System will activate at or above 20 mph (32 km/h).
Easy Entry/Exit Seat? (A vailable with Memory Seat Only) When this feature is selected, the driver’s seat moves rearwar d 2 inches (5 cm) or to the farthest rearward position if this distance is less than 2 inches (5 cm) when the key is removed from the ignition switch so that the driver can more easily exit the vehicle.
W ARNING! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy , particularly in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per- sonal injury or property damage.
T rip Computer This feature, located in the instrument cluster , displays the following information when the display is in the “Compass/T emperature” mode and the STEP button is pressed: Step Button Press the STEP button to cycle through all of the Compass/Mini-T rip Computer displays.
Reset Button Press the RESET button (for 5 seconds) to reset the display you are in. Press and hold the RESET button (for 10 seconds) to reset all of the displays. A verage Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. Distance T o Empty Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank.
T ire Pressure Display — If Equipped Shows the current pressure of all 4 road tires. NOTE: T ires heat up during normal driving conditions. Heat will cause the tire pressur e to increase from 2 to 6 psi (14 to 41 kPa) during normal driving conditions.
Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL symbol does not appear , you must manually put the compass into the “Calibration” mode. NOTE: T o ensure proper compass calibration, make sure the compass variance is properly set before manu- ally calibrating the compass.
T o set the variance: T urn the ignition ON and set the display to “Compass/T emperature.” Press the C/T but- ton appr oximately 5 to 10 seconds. The last variance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP button to select the new variance zone and pr ess the RESET button to resume normal operation.
T wo T ypes of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to vary ... and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound.
SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SA TELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, AND VEHICLE ENTERT AINMENT SYSTEMS (VES) CAP ABILITIES Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
Mode Button (Radio Mode) Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the CD player , Satellite Radio, or V ehicle Entertainment System (VES) (if equipped). SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next listenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.
T ime Button Press the time button and the time of day will be displayed for 5 seconds. Clock Setting Procedure 1. Pr ess and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side T une / Audio control. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right side T une / Audio contr ol to set the minutes.
Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the T reble tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL- ANCE will display . T urn the TUNE contr ol to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Program T ype 16 Digit-Character Display News News Nostalgia Nostalgia Oldies Oldies Personality Personality Public Public Rhythm and Blues Rhythm_and_Blues Religious Music Religious_Music Religious T.
Y ou may add a second station to each push-button by repeating the above procedur e with this exception: Press the SET/DIR button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window .
CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discs only . The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism. Y ou may eject a disc with the radio OFF . If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc.
LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play) LOAD/ EJECT - Load Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number where the CD is being loaded. The radio will display PLEASE W AIT and prompt when to INSER T DISC. After the radio displays ⬙ LOAD DISC ⬙ insert the CD into the player .
TIME Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display . R W/FF (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is r eleased or RW or another CD button is pressed.
Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files, however , acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited. When writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric- tions. Supported Media (Disc T ypes) The MP3 file recor ding media supported by the radio are CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-R W .
Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file.
Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files.
LOAD / EJECT - Eject Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show ⬙ EJECTING DISC ⬙ when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc.
AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Switches back to Radio mode. RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing this button plays files randomly . SET/DIR Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press the SET/DIR Button to display folders, when playing an MP3 discs that have a file/folder structure.
SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SA TELLITE RADIO AND HANDS FREE PHONE CAP ABILITY 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) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON.
Mode Button (Radio Mode) Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the CD player or Satellite Radio (if equipped). SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next listenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.
Clock Setting Procedure 1. Pr ess and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side T une / Audio control. 3. After the hours ar e adjusted, press the right side T une / Audio contr ol to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink.
Press the r otary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will be displayed. T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level fr om the right or left side speakers. Press the r otary TUNE control a fifth time and F ADE will be displayed.
Operation Instructions - CD Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Inserting The Compact Disc (Single CD Player) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display .
SCAN Button (CD Mode) Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. T o stop the scan function, press the button a second time. EJECT Button (CD Mode) Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal.
Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forwar d feature. If the R W button is pr essed, the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing. Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play .
menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destina- tions and routes, Am/FM stereo radio and six-disc CD changer with MP3 capability . Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a DVD that is loaded into the unit. One map DVD covers all of North America.
ESN/SID Access W ith REF Radios W ith the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF , press the Eject or CD Eject (depending on the radio type) and T ime buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. The first four digits of the twelve-digit ESN/SID number will be displayed.
A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode. Selecting a Channel Press and r elease the SEEK or TUNE buttons to sear ch for the next channel. Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the button to search down. Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released.
one and stop the search. Pr essing a pre-set memory button during a music type scan, will call up the memory channel and stop the search. PTY Button ⴖ SEEK ⴖ When the desired program is obtained, press the ⬙ SEEK ⬙ button within five seconds. The channel will change to the next channel that matches the program type selected.
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls ar e located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push-button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system.
CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play .
RADIO OPERA TION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio.
Press this button to turn on and off the air condi- tioning. Cool dehumidified air comes through the outlets selected by the mode selector . Press the button a second time to turn off the air conditioning. The button includes an LED that illuminates when compres- sor operation is selected.
T emperature Control The temperature of air can be selected by rotating the temperature control knob in the center . The coldest tem- perature setting is on the extreme left and the warmest setting on the ex- treme right of the rotation. The knob can be positioned at any point on the dial.
Bi-Level Air flows both thr ough the outlets located in the instrument panel and those located on the floor . Air flows through the registers in the back of the center console to the r ear seat passengers. These registers can be closed to partially block airflow .
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Automatic T emperature Control — If Equipped The Infrared Dual-Zone Climate Contr ol System auto- matically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and passenger . This is accomplished by a dual sun-sensor in the top of the instrument panel, and an infrared sensor located in the face of the control unit.
present. Dial in the temperature you would like the system to maintain by rotating the driver’s or passenger’s control knob. Once the comfort level is selected the system will maintain that level automatically using the heating system. Should the desired comfort level require air conditioning, the system will automatically make the adjustment.
fan will engage immediately if the defr ost mode is selected or if you manually select a blower speed. • Under certain conditions (after the vehicle is turned off) the climate control system may recalibrate and a noise may be hear d for 20 seconds. This is part of normal operation.
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The operator can override the AUTO mode setting and select the direction of the air by rotating the right mode knob to one of the following positions. • Defrost Air is directed to the windshield thr ough the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also directed to the front door windows through the side window demister grilles.
NOTE: T o manually control the air conditioning the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated side mirrors (if equipped). An LED in the button will illuminate indicat- ing that the rear window defroster is ON.
NOTE: Extended use of recirculation may cause the windows to fog. If the interior of the windows begins to fog, press the “Recirculate” icon button to return to outside air . Some temp./humidity conditions will cause captured interior air to condense on windows and ham- per visibility .
Window Fogging Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win- dow fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed.
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ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es ..................... 2 3 0 ▫ Normal Starting ...................... 2 3 0 ▫ Extreme Cold W eather (Below –20°F (–29°C) . . 231 ▫ If Engine Fails T o Start ................. 2 3 1 ▫ After Starting .
䡵 Anti-Lock Brake System .................. 2 4 6 䡵 V ari-Lok Rear Axle — If Equipped .......... 2 4 9 䡵 On-Road Driving T ips ................... 2 4 9 䡵 Off-Road Driving T ips ................... 2 5 0 ▫ When T o Use 4WD Low Range — If Equipped .
▫ T ire Pressur e Monitoring — Premium System . . 271 ▫ General Information ................... 2 7 5 䡵 T ire Chains ........................... 2 7 5 䡵 T ire Rotation Recommendations ............ 2 7 6 䡵 Fuel Requirements ................
ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. W ARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather . Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death.
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 .
After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. CAUTION! Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds can cause excessive exhaust tempera- tures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.
TRANSMISSION SHIFTING 5–Speed Automatic T ransmission The electr onically controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electr onics are self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle, may be somewhat abrupt.
W ARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something.
R (Reverse) Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. N (Neutral) No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle can roll freely . Do not engage in N (Neutral) position while driving except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding (e.
left “D(-)” and hold it there. The transmission will shift to the range from which the vehicle can best be slowed down. Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec- tronically controlled fourth and fifth speed (Overdrive).
a downshift may occur . This is a normal part of the overheat pr otection strategy when operating in the “T ow/Haul” mode. The transmission will downshift from Overdrive to the most desirable gear if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle speeds above appr oximately 35 mph (56 km/h).
T orque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy is included in all automatic transmissions. A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at a calibrated speed at light throttle. It engages at higher speeds under heavier acceleration.
NOTE: The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and T raction Control (if equipped) should be turned OFF before attempting to rock the vehicle. Refer to Section 3 of this manual. The least amount of accelerator pedal pressur e to main- tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine is most effective.
and T raction Control, provides resistance to any wheel that is slipping to allow additional torque transfer to wheels with traction. NOTE: The Quadra-T rac I 威 system is not appropriate for conditions where LOW range is recommended. Refer to “Off-Road Driving T ips” in this section.
Because four wheel drive provides impr oved traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. W ARNING! Y ou or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position without first fully engaging the parking brake.
speed. Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose, slippery road surfaces only . Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). Shifting Procedures 4H It o4L O W W ith the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), key ON or engine running, shift the transmission into N (Neutral), and raise the transfer case T -handle.
LOW Indicator Lamp” in the instrument cluster will flash and go out when the shift is complete. Release the T -handle. NOTE: If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, or a transfer case motor temperature pr otection condition exists, a “CHECK SHIFT PROCEDURES” message will flash from the EVIC (Electronic V ehicle Information Cen- ter).
the EVIC (Electronic V ehicle Information Center). Refer to “Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual. Quadra-Drive 姞 System — If Equipped The optional Quadra-Drive 威 System features three torque transfer couplings.
Before leaving the vehicle parked on a hill, you must make sure the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the P (Park) position. Make certain the transfer case is in gear . Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury .
T o release the parking brake, pull up slightly , press the center button, then lower the lever completely . Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving. Failure to do so can lead to brake failure. NOTE: Parking brake adjustment and maintenance should be performed by your authorized dealer .
W ARNING! Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer . Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop.
CAUTION! The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possible detrimental effects of electronic interference caused by improperly installed after-market radios or tele- phones. NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard.
build up between the tire tread and the road. This hydroplaning action can cause loss of traction, braking ability , and control. • After going through deep water or a car wash, brakes may become wet, resulting in decreased performance and unpredictable braking action.
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS NOTE: Prior to off-r oad driving, remove the front air dam to prevent damage. The front air dam is attached to the lower front fascia with quarter turn fasteners, and can be removed by hand. When T o Use 4WD LOW Range — If Equipped When off-road driving, shift to 4WD LOW for additional traction.
and/or the flow rate is reduced. If you must cr oss flowing water avoid depths in excess of 9 inches. The flowing water can erode the streambed causing your vehicle to sink into deeper water . Determine exit point(s) that are downstream of your entry point to allow for drifting.
If you stall or begin to lose headway while climbing a steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop and immediately apply the brakes. Restart the engine and shift to R (Reverse). Back slowly down the hill allowing the compression braking of the engine to help regulate your speed.
After Driving Off-Road Off-r oad operation puts more stress on your vehicle than does most on-road driving. After going off-r oad it is always a good idea to check for damage. That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have your vehicle ready when you need it.
MUL TI DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) - 5.7L Engine Only This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions. The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills requir ed.
• European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. T ires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter ⬙ P ⬙ is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • L T(Light T ruck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.
T ire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light T ruck tire based on U.
EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry . H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions.
Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side. T ires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressur e for pas- senger cars is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar .
T ire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) the total weight your vehicle can carry 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear and spare tires.
combined weight of occupants, car go/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight refer enced here. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- pants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s placard.
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W ARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, af fect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
2. Economy— Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will r educe tread life r esulting in a need for earlier tir e r eplacement. Under inflation also increases tire r olling resistance and results in higher fuel consump- tion.
more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor tempera- tures, as tire pressures vary with temperature changes. Inflation pressur es specified on the label ar e always “Cold Inflation Pressure.
Radial-Ply Tires W ARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly . The instability could cause an accident. Al- ways use radial tires in sets of four . Never combine them with other types of tires.
T read Wear Indicators These indicators are narrow strips 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) thick and are found in the tread pattern grooves. When the tread pattern is worn down to these treadwear indicators, the tires should be replaced. Overloading your vehicle, long trips in very hot weather , and driving on bad roads may result in greater wear .
W ARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of un- approved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle.
T ires may also cause the vehicle to pull left or right. Alignment will not correct this problem. See your dealer for proper diagnosis of the problem. Improper alignment will not normally cause vehicle vibration, which may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-balance.
colored Indicator Lamp. A sensor is located in the spare wheel if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly . NOTE: For vehicles with optional wheel/tire sizes an.
CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the wheel rim sensor . NOTE: • The TPM system can inform the driver of a low tire pressur e condition.
when a system fault is detected. The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes or until the fault condition is removed and reset. The T ire Pressure Monitoring System consists of the following compone.
will illuminate continuously (solid) and shall remain illuminated until the warning condition is removed/ reset. NOTE: The Indicator Lamp will only illuminate for the four active road tires.
CAUTION! The TPM system has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPM system pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sen- sor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.
General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration.
TIRE ROT A TION RECOMMENDA TIONS T ires on the front and r ear axles of vehicles operate at differ ent loads and perform different steering, handling, and braking functions. For these r easons, they wear at unequal rates, and develop irregular wear patterns.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS 3.7/4.7L Engines (If Equipped) All engines (except 5.7L engines) are de- signed to meet all emissions regulations and pr ovide excellent fuel economy and performance when using high quality un- leaded “regular” gasoline having an oc- tane rating of 87.
Over 40 auto manufacturer’s world wide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the W orld- wide Fuel Charter , WWFC) to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle.
MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT . Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and reduces emission system performance in some vehicles.
• An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may requir e immediate service.
• Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte- nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repair ed promptly .
CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting after- market cap can cause the MIL (Malfunction Indica- tor Light) to illuminate, due to fuel vapors escaping from the system.
W ARNING! • Remove the fuel cap (gas cap) slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury . • The volatility of some gasoline may cause a buildup of pressure in the fuel tank that may increase while you drive. This pressure can result in a spray of gasoline and/or vapors when the cap is removed from a hot vehicle.
manual. When your vehicle is used for trailer towing, never exceed the gross axle weight rating (GA WR) by the addition of: • The tongue weight of the trailer . • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. W ARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident.
• Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. • It is recommended that any hitches installed on your vehicle be factory installed, or installed by a dealer using factory approved parts.
T railer T ow Wiring The T railer T ow Package includes a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness located at the rear underbody of the vehicle. NOTE: Connect trailer lighting and brakes using factory harnesses only . Do not cut or splice wiring to the brake circuits.
Cooling System Tips—T railer T owing T o r educe potential for engine and transmission over- heating in high ambient conditions, take the following actions: • City T raf fic When stopped, put transmission in N (Neutral) and increase engine idle speed.
TRAILER CLASSIFICA TIONS Class Max. GTW (Gross T railer Wt.) Frontal Area Length Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs. (907 kg) 32 ft2 20 ft Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs.
TRAILER TOWING CAP ABILITY Engine Model GVWR (Gross V ehice Wt. Rating) GCWR (Gross Combined Wt. Rating) Hitch T ype Max. GTW (Gross T railer Wt.) Max. T ongue Wt. (See Note 1) 3.7L 4x2 5,700 lbs (2 585 kg) 8,000 lbs (3 629 kg) Class II 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) 525 lbs (238 kg) 3.
RECREA TIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) T owing – 2WD Models Recreational towing is allowed ONL Y if the driveshaft is removed. T owing with the rear wheels on the ground while the driveshaft is connected can result in sever e transmission damage which is not covered under the Limited W arranty .
CAUTION! It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in N (Neutral) before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts. 1. Depr ess brake pedal. 2. Shift transmission into N (Neutral). 3. Shift transfer case lever into N (Neutral).
Shifting Out Of Neutral (N) Use the following procedure to prepar e your vehicle for normal usage. 1. T urn the ignition key to the unlocked OFF position. 2. Shift transmission into N (Neutral). 3. Shift transfer case lever to desired position. Refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation” in this section.
SNOW PLOW Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the front end structur e. The airbags could deploy unexpect- edly or could fail to deploy during a collision.
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WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flashers ................. 2 9 6 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................. 2 9 7 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ................ 2 9 8 ▫ Jack Location ........................ 2 9 8 ▫ Spare T ire Stowage .
HAZARD W ARNING FLASHERS Y our vehicle’s hazard warning flasher is an emergency warning system. When you activate it, all front and rear directional signals will flash intermittently . Use it when your vehicle is disabled on or near the road. It warns other drivers to steer clear of you and your vehicle.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEA TS In any of the following situations, you can r educe the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion. • On the highways — Slow down. • In city traffic — While stopped, put transmission in N (Neutral), but do not increase engine idle speed.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING W ARNING! • Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Y ou could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Spare Tire Stowage The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. T o remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle to rotate the “spare tire drive” nut. The nut is located under a plastic cover at the center- rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the liftgate opening.
Preparations For Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice or slippery areas, set the parking brake and place the gear selector in P (Park). T urn OFF the ignition. W ARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.
3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools as shown. Connect jack handle driver (A) to two extensions (B), then to the lug wrench (C). 4. Locate the jack as shown. For the front axle, place it under the front lower control arm as shown. For the rear axle, place it under the axle near the wheel to be changed.
5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability . W ARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable.
nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correct wheel nut tightness is 130 N·m (95 ft. lbs). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station. 10. Lower the jack to it’s fully closed position.
without letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake, place the transmission in P (Park), and turn the ignition to OFF for both vehicles. 3. T urn of f the heater , radio and all unnecessary electrical loads. 4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery .
when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water . • Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source that has a greater than 12–volt system, i.e., do not use a 24–volt power source.
CAUTION! T ow hooks are for emergency use only , to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. Y ou could damage your vehicle. W ARNING! Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. T ow straps and chains may break, causing serious injury .
MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 3.7L Engine ........................... 3 1 0 䡵 4.7L Engine ........................... 3 1 1 䡵 5.7L Engine ........................... 3 1 2 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ........ 3 1 3 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ................ 3 2 4 ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............. 3 2 5 ▫ Power Steering Fluid Check .............. 3 2 6 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 3 2 7 ▫ W indshield W iper Blades ................
▫ Rear T ail, Stop, T urn Signal, And Back-Up Lights ............................. 3 5 5 ▫ Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 356 䡵 Fluid Capacities ........................ 3 5 7 䡵 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ..
3.7L ENGINE 310 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
4.7L ENGINE MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 31 1 7 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
5.7L ENGINE 312 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Y our vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboar d diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems.
cap until a ⬙ clicking ⬙ sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off. If the problem persists, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. 5. Appr oximately 15 seconds later , one of two things will happen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine.
DEALER SERVICE Y our dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner . Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedur e yourself.
The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
If ANY of these apply to you, then change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first, and follow the maintenance recommenda- tions in “Maintenance Schedule B.” If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil every 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). The manufacturer only recommends API Certified engine oils that meet the requir ements of DaimlerChrysler Material Stan- dard MS-6395.
Materials Added to Engine Oils The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and it’s performance may be impaired by supplemental addi- tives.
Special tools ar e requir ed to properly measure tension and to restore belt tension to factory specifications. Also, check belt routing to make sure there is no interference between the belts and other engine components. Spark Plugs Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor- mance and emission control.
W ARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex- haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any- thing that can burn.
Ignition Cables Replace the ignition cables (5.7L engines only) at the mileage interval shown in the maintenance charts. Crankcase Emission Control System Proper operation of this system depends on freedom from sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle mileage builds up, the PCV valve and passages may accumulate deposits.
Maintenance-Free Battery Y our vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-fr ee battery . Y ou will never have to add water , nor is periodic main- tenance requir ed. W ARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con- tain lead and lead compounds.
CAUTION! It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked (+) positive and negative (-) and identified on the battery case.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar - bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro- tection Agency and is an ozone-saving pr oduct.
W ARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts, and to insure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. If necessary , add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield. A void using the wiper blades to wipe fr ost or ice fr om the windshield.
have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment.
the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT . Cooling System — Drain, Flush, And Refill At the intervals shown in the appropriate “Maintenance Schedule,” the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled.
Adding Engine Coolant Y our vehicle has been built with an improved antifreeze/ coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This antifreeze/coolant can be used up to 5 Y ears or 100,000 miles before replacement.
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 precaution. Never add antifreeze/coolant when the engine is overheated.
When additional antifreeze/coolant is needed to main- tain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points T o Remember NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment.
ONL Y the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions. Hoses and V acuum/V apor Harnesses Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage.
Brake and Power Steering System Hoses When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance, inspect surface of hoses for evidence of heat and me- chanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber , cracking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling suggest deteriora- tion of the rubber .
fluid reservoir . W ith disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear . However , low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the pr escribed level using the recommended fluid. CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder .
5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until seated. 6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on both sides. The fluid level should be between the “HOT” (upper) reference holes on the dipstick at normal operat- ing temperature.
Special Additives The manufacturer r ecommends against the addition of any additives to the transmission. Exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. T ransfer Case Fluid Level Check Inspect the transfer case for fluid leaks.
Front/Rear Axle Fluid Front Axle Fluid Level Check Lubricant should be to the bottom of the oil fill hole. Rear Axle Fluid Level Check Lubricant should be 1/2” (1 cm) below the oil fill hole. Adding Fluid Add lubricant only at the fill hole and only to the level specified above.
• Insects, tree sap and tar . • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. W ashing • W ash your vehicle r egularly . Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using 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 which destroys the paint and protective coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- sible. The cost of such repairs is consider ed the r espon- sibility of the owner . • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc.
be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar 威 T otal Clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking the leather with any liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean the leather .
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water . Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly .
FUSE P ANEL Interior Fuses The fuse panel is on the lower instrument panel just to the left of the steering column. Cavity Fuse/Color Description 1 30 Amp Pink Audio Amp (B+) 2 15 Amp Blue Sunr oof (B.
Cavity Fuse/Color Description 16 10 Amp Red SCM, Cluster OBD (B+) 17 15 Amp Blue Flipper Glass (B+) 19 10 Amp Red OCM (R/S) 20 10 Amp Red WCM, Cluster (R/S) 21 15 Amp Blue Autowipe (Accy Delay) 22 15 Amp Blue Rear W iper (B+) 24 10 Amp Red PDC, FCM, A580 (R/S) 25 10 Amp Red ABS, T rans.
Cavity Fuse/Color Description 1 40 Amp Green HV AC Blower 2 30 Amp Pink Power Outlets 3 30 Amp Pink Rr W iper/Ign R/O 4 30 Amp Pink ABS Pump 5 50 Amp Red Cabin Htr 1 (Diesel Only) 6 50 Amp Red ASD 7 3.
Cavity Fuse/Color Description 32 Micro Relay TCM Rly (Gasoline Only) 33 Micro Relay Starter Rly 34 Micro Relay AC Clutch Rly 35 Micro Relay Fuel Pump Rly 36 Mini Relay Cabin Htr 3 Rly (Diesel Only) 38.
Cavity Fuse/Color Description 1 Micro Relay W iper On/Off Rly 2 Micro Relay W iper Hi/Lo Rly 3 Micro Relay Horn Rly 4 Micro Relay Rear Fog Rly (BUX Only) 5 Micro Relay Lt T -T ow Stop/T urn Rly 6 Micr.
VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery . Y ou may: • Remove fuse #27 in the Intelligent Power Module labeled Ignition-Off Draw (IOD#1). • Or , disconnect the negative cable from the battery .
Exterior Lights Bulb T ype Front Park/T urn Light (Laredo) ............ 3157A Front Side Marker (Limited) .............. 194NA Front Side Marker (Laredo) ............... 194NA Headlights (Low Beam) ................... 9006 Headlights (High Beam) .....
3. T urn the low or high beam bulb 1/4 turn counter clockwise to remove from housing. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
Front T urn Signal 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the headlamp cover . 3. T urn the turn signal bulb 1/4 turn counter clockwise to remove from housing. 4.
CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. Front Fog Light 1. Reach behind the front fascia from under the vehicle.
Rear T ail, Stop, T urn Signal, and Back-Up Lights 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two T orx fasteners. 3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it fr om the housing. 4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the light assembly .
Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) 1. Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL. 2. T wist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL housing. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
FLUID CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 20.6 Gallons 78 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.7 Liter Engine (5W -30, API Certified) 5 Qts 4.7 Liters 4.7 Liter Engine (5W -30, API Certified) 6 Qts 5.7 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine (5W -20, API Certified) 7 Qts 6.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive T echnology) Engine Oil (3.
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic T ransmission Mopar 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid T ransfer Case Mopar 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid Axle Differ ential (Front-Rear) Mopar 威 Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 75W -140 (API-GL5) or equivalent with friction modifier additive.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ........ 3 6 2 䡵 Maintenance Schedules ................... 3 6 2 ▫ Schedule “B” .
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system.
• Off-r oad or desert driving • If equipped for and operated with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule “B.
Once a Month • Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as requir ed. • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir , brake master cylinder , and transmission, and add as needed.
Schedule “B” Follow this schedule if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. • Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C) • Stop and go driving • Excessive engine idling • Driving in dusty conditions • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.
Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. X X XXX Rotate the tires. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if nec- essary .
Miles 18,000 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 (Kilometers) (29 000) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. X X XXX Rotate the tires. X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if nec- essary .
Miles 33,000 36,000 39,000 42,000 45,000 (Kilometers) (53 000) (58 000) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. X X XXX Rotate the tires. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if nec- essary .
Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000 (Kilometers) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000) (91 000) (96 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. X X XXX Rotate the tires. X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if nec- essary .
Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000 (Kilometers) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000) (91 000) (96 000) Drain and refill the front and rear axles. X X Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid, and replace main sump filter (4.7L/5.7L Only).‡ X Drain and refill the transfer case fluid.
Miles 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 75,000 (Kilometers) (101 000) (106 000) (1 10 000) (1 15 000) (120 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. X X XXX Rotate the tires. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if nec- essary .
Miles 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. X X XXX Rotate the tires. X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if nec- essary .
Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (163 000) (168 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. X X XXX Rotate the tires. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if nec- essary .
Miles 108,000 1 11,000 1 14,000 117,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. X X XXX Rotate the tires. X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if nec- essary .
Miles 108,000 1 11,000 1 14,000 117,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000) Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid, replace main sump filter , and spin-on cooler return filter (if equipped). (4.7L/5.7L Only).
Schedule “A” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate the tires. X X X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , and replace if necessary .
Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54, 000 (Kilometers) (58 000) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X Rotate the tires. X X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering & sus- pension ball joints.
Miles 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 (Kilometers) (96 000) (106 000) (1 15 000) (125 000) [Months] [60] [66] [72] [78] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X Rotate the tires. X X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , and replace if nec- essary .
Miles 84,000 90,000 96,000 102, 000 (Kilometers) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (163 000) [Months] [84] [90] [96] [102] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X Rotate the tires. X X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , and replace if nec- essary .
Miles 108,000 1 14,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000) [Months] [108] [1 14] [120] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X Rotate the tires. X X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , and replace if necessary . X Inspect the PCV V alve, replace if necessary .
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all r e- ceipts. 〫 This maintenance is recommended by the manufac- turer to the owner , but is not requir ed to maintain emissions warranty . W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle.
I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .............................. 3 8 4 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 3 8 4 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 3 8 4 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests .
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty , discuss additional charges with the service manager .
This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance.
Center . Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHR Y .
U.S. ONL Y IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE 387 9 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
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INDEX 10 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System ............ 165,246 Adding W asher Fluid ..................... 1 5 6 Adjustable Pedals ....................... 1 3 2 Air Cleaner , Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 323 Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 3 2 5 Air Conditioning .
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet .................. 1 4 8 Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 1 4 8 Battery ............................... 3 2 4 Emergency Starting ..................... 3 0 3 Keyless T ransmitter Replacement ............ 2 1 Saving Feature (Protection) .
Catalytic Converter ...................... 3 2 1 Caution, Exhaust Gas ..................... 1 4 0 CD Player .......................... 186,200 Cellular Phone .......................... 7 6 Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 3 5 6 Chains, T ire .
Data Recorder , Event ...................... 5 1 Daytime Running Lights ................... 1 1 5 Dealer Service .......................... 3 1 6 Defroster , Rear W indow ................... 2 1 4 Defroster , W indshield ................ 65,215,222 Diagnostic System, Onboard .
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... 3 2 3 Block Heater ......................... 2 3 2 Break-In Recommendations ................ 6 3 Compartment ......................... 3 1 1 Cooling ............................. 3 2 9 Exhaust Gas Caution .
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 2 3 1 Fluid Capacities ......................... 3 5 7 Fluid Leaks ............................. 6 6 Fluid Level Checks Automatic T ransmission ............... 336,337 Engine Oil ........................... 3 1 6 Power Steering .
Speedometer ......................... 1 6 4 T achometer .......................... 1 6 6 Gear Ranges ........................... 2 3 4 General Information .................... 20,275 Glass Cleaning .......................... 3 4 3 Hands-Free Phone ...
Interior Lights ....................... 1 1 1 , 1 1 5 Intermittent W ipers ...................... 1 1 8 Introduction ............................. 4 Jack Location ........................... 2 9 8 Jack Operation ....................... 298,300 Jacking Instructions .
Electronic Throttle Control W arning ......... 1 7 0 F o g .......................... 1 16,170,354 Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ............... 1 6 8 Fuses ............................... 3 4 5 Hazard W arning Flasher ................. 2 9 6 Headlight Switch .
Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren (LA TCH) ........................... 58,59 Lubrication, Body ....................... 3 2 7 Luggage Rack .......................... 1 5 7 Lumbar Support ........................ 1 0 1 Maintenance Free Battery ....
T r i p ................................ 1 6 8 Off-Pavement Driving .................. 250,344 Off-Road Driving ..................... 250,344 Oil, Engine ............................ 3 1 6 Capacity ............................ 3 5 7 Change Interval ..
Mirrors .............................. 7 5 Outlet .............................. 1 4 8 Seats ............................... 1 0 2 Steering ............................. 3 2 6 Sunroof ............................. 1 4 5 W indows ......................
Reminder , Seat Belt ....................... 3 4 Remote Keyless Entry ..................... 1 8 Remote Sound System Controls .............. 2 1 1 Replacement Bulbs ....................... 3 5 0 Replacement T ires ....................... 2 6 7 Reporting Safety Defects .
Lumbar Support ....................... 1 0 1 Memory ............................. 1 0 6 Power .............................. 1 0 2 Rear Folding ......................... 1 0 3 Reclining ............................ 1 0 0 Security Against Theft .......
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls ............................. 2 1 1 Storage ............................... 3 5 0 Storage, Behind the Seat ................... 1 5 1 Storage Bin ............................ 1 5 1 Storage Compartment, Center Seat .
Safety ............................ 65,254 Sizes ............................... 2 5 6 Spare T ire ........................... 2 9 9 Spinning ............................ 2 6 6 T read W ear Indicators ................... 2 6 7 Wheel Mounting .........
V acuum/V apor Harnesses ................. 3 3 4 V anity Mirrors ........................... 7 6 V ariance, Compass ....................... 1 8 3 V ehicle Identification Number ................ 7 V ehicle Loading ......................... 2 6 0 V ehicle Modifications/Alterations .
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