SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 䡵 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations . . . . . . . . . . 7 䡵 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
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INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures, which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures, which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on the left front corner of the instrument panel.
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! 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 TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 䡵 Illuminated Entry System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ To Unlock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 䡵 Sentry Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . .40 ▫ Child Protection Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 䡵 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 ▫ Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . .41 ▫ Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS You can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with either side up. Ignition Key Removal The shift lever must be in PARK. Turn the key to the LOCK position, and then remove the key. Vehicle Key Ignition Key Positions The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is programmable.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The system uses ignition keys, which have an embedded electronic chip (transponder), to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit PIN number. This number is required for dealer replacement of keys.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 The new Sentry Key is programmed. The Keyless Entry Transmitter will also be programmed during this procedure. Repeat this procedure to program up to 8 keys. If you do not have a programmed sentry key, contact your dealer for details. NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the systems memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be reprogrammed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE system is not arming. Also, if you open a door during the arming period, the system will cancel the arming process. If you wish to rearm the system after closing the door, you must repeat one of the previously described arming sequences. To Disarm the System: Either press the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or insert a valid sentry key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the ON/START position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the keyless entry transmitter or open any door. This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the outside mirrors (if so equipped). For details, refer to “Outside Mirrors with Turn Signal & Approach Lighting” under “Mirrors” in Section 3 of this manual.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the doors: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to unlock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the transmitter.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the transmitter. This feature can be turned on or off.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To lock the doors: Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the transmitter. This feature can be turned on or off.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 The panic alarm will stay on for 3 minutes unless you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or greater. NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position while the panic alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights and horn will remain on.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 4. To assemble the transmitter case, snap the two halves together. If so equipped, install and tighten the screw until snug. Make sure there is an even “gap” between the two halves. 5. Test the transmitter operation.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 If the door lock plunger is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE chime will sound if the key is in the LOCK or ACC position and a door is open, as a reminder to remove the key. (Customer Programmable Features)” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual for details. Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if all of the following conditions are met: • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, performing the following procedure: 1.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: 1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is enabled. 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). 3. The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK. 4. The driver door is opened. 5. The doors were not previously unlocked. • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, performing the following procedure: 1.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Engage the Child Protection Door Lock 1. Open the rear door. 2. Insert the tip of the vehicle’s ignition key or alike into the child lock control and pull it upward. NOTE: When the child lock system is engaged, the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position. WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 To Disengage the Child Protection Door Lock WINDOWS 1. Open the rear door. Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door control all the door windows. 2. Insert the tip of the vehicle’s ignition key or alike into the child lock control and pull it downward. Child Lock Control 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite rear door.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. Auto Down Feature The driver door power window switch, and some model passenger door power window switches have an auto down feature.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 To close the window part way, lift the window switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches will remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window controls on the passenger doors. When the switch is pressed, the window controls on the passenger doors will not illuminate and the passenger windows will be disabled. Reset Any time the vehicle battery is disconnected, or goes dead, the auto-up function will be disabled.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, then adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting. TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE The trunk lid can be released from inside the vehicle by pressing the Trunk Release Button located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. NOTE: The transmission must be in Park before the switch will operate.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Emergency Release Emergency Release The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergency release handle. It is located on the inside of the trunk lid, near the latch, and is coated so that it glows in a darkened trunk. Pull on the handle to open the trunk. OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly. Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that includes you.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” Connecting Latch Plate To Buckle WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To 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. WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. The pretensioners are triggered by the Airbag Control Module (refer to information on Airbags in this section).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 BeltAlert Programming The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by performing the following steps: NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn on while unbuckling the seat belt and turn off while re-buckling the seat belt. It may be necessary to retract the seat belt. NOTE: DaimlerChrysler does not recommend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert). 4.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE distinctive label on the webbing. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will here a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed. Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag This vehicle has front airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle may also be equipped with side curtain airbags to protect the driver and passengers sitting next to a window. If the vehicle is equipped with side curtain airbags, they are located above the side windows. Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG. WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag • • Window Airbag NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will open to allow airbag deployment.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the proper performance of the curtain airbags. Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side Curtain Airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 8. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the airbags time to inflate. 9. If your vehicle has side curtain airbags do not lean against the door, airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door. 10. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Air Bag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: • Airbag Control Module (ACM) • Side Remote Acceleration Sensors (if equipped) • Airbag Warning Light • Driver Airbag • Front Passenger Airbag • Supplemental Side Curtain Airbags above Side Windows (if equipped) • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Interconnecting Wiring • Seatbelt Reminder Light • Knee Impact Bolsters • Front Acceleration Sensors • Driver and Front Passenger Se
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Ignoring the AIRBAG Warning Light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away. • The Driver and Front Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the passenger side of the instrument panel.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 • The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger, and position everyone for the best interaction with the front airbag. However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another collision. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Enhanced Accident Response Feature If the airbags deploy after an impact and the electrical system remains functional, vehicles equipped with power door locks will unlock automatically. In addition, approximately 5 seconds after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights will illuminate to aid visibility.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in an impact. While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: • The Airbag Warning Light does not come on or flickers during the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned on. • The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second interval.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE treated confidentially. Confidential data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler to any third party except when: 1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data with a particular crash record in an aggregate database, provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter preserved 2. Used in defense of DaimlerChrysler product litigation involving a 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant 4.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child’s size.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older than one year. These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! • 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 exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. • A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and Tether for CH ildren) Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH. The LATCH system provides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided with the child restraint system.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seat backs as you remove slack in the strap. • When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children. It is recommended that before installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 a child restraint to be tightly installed. Refer to “Automatic Locking Mode” in this section for details. A locking clip should not be necessary once the automatic locking feature is enabled. Position the shoulder and lap belt on the child restraint. The automatic locking retractor is activated by first attaching the child seat, then pulling all of the webbing out of the retractor, then allowing back in. Tighten webbing.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seat backs as you remove slack in the strap. WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 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 Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. WARNING! It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. WARNING! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 ▫ Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 ▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 3 ▫ Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 ▫ Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 ▫ Power Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 ▫ Automatic Headlights – If Equipped . . . . . . . . 103 ▫ Power Reclining Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 ▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Auto Headlights Only) . . . . . . 104 ▫ Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 65 ▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Auto Headlights Only) . . . . . . 111 ▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 111 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 ▫ To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 ▫ Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 䡵 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 䡵 Headlight Washers — If Equipped .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 ▫ Pinch Protect Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 䡵 Rear Park Assist System — If Equipped . . . . . 136 ▫ Pinch Protect Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 䡵 Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 ▫ Venting Sunroof - Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 ▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 ▫ Sunshade Operation .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 䡵 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 ▫ Cargo Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 ▫ Console Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 䡵 Load Leveling System — If Equipped . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjusting Rearview Mirror Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward windshield).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 CAUTION! WARNING! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors with Turn Signal & Approach Lighting — If Equipped Driver and passenger outside mirrors with turn signal and approach lighting contain four LEDs, which are located in the upper outer corner of each mirror. Three of the LEDs are turn signal indicators, which flash with the corresponding turn signal lights in the front and rear of the vehicle. Turning on the hazard flashers will also activate these LEDs.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position. Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window Defrost. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE HANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) — IF EQUIPPED UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. UConnect™ allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., ⬙Call” ѧ “Mike” ѧ”Work⬙ or ⬙Dial” ѧ “248-555-1212⬙). Your cellular phone’s audio is transmitted through your vehicle’s audio system; the system will automatically mute your radio when using the UConnect™ system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system and the control buttons that will enable you to access the system. The UConnect™ system is fully integrated with the vehicle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect™ system can be adjusted either from the radio volume control knob, or from the steering wheel radio control (right switch), if so equipped.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying ⬙Setup⬙ and then ⬙Phone Pairing,⬙ the following compound command can be said: ⬙Setup Phone Pairing.⬙ To activate the UConnect™ system from idle, simply press the ’Phone’ button and follow audible prompts for directions. All UConnect™ system sessions begin with a press of the ’Phone’ button on the mirror.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 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⬙ and follow the audible prompts. • When prompted, after the voice on beep, say ⬙Pair a Phone⬙ and follow the audible prompts.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call/Dial by Saying a Number • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Dial.⬙ • System will prompt you to say the number you want call. • For example, you can say ⬙234-567-8901.⬙ you can say ⬙John Doe,⬙ where John Doe is a previously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phonebook. Refer to ⬙Add Names to Your UConnect™ Phonebook,⬙ to learn how to store a name in the phonebook.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., ⬙Home,⬙ ⬙Work,⬙ ⬙Mobile,⬙ or ⬙Pager⬙). This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry, if desired. • When prompted, recite the phone number for the phonebook entry that you are adding. After you are finished adding an entry into the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Delete Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Phonebook Delete.⬙ • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 List All Names in the UConnect™ Phonebook • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Phonebook List Names.⬙ • The UConnect™ system will play the names of all the phonebook entries. • To call one of the names in the list, press the ⬙Voice Recognition’ button during the playing of the desired name, and then say ⬙Call.⬙ NOTE: the user can also exercise ⬙Edit⬙ or ⬙Delete⬙ operations at this point.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress To make a second call while you are currently in a call, press the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say ⬙Dial⬙ or ⬙Call⬙ followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to ⬙Toggling Between Calls.⬙ To combine two calls, refer to ⬙Conference Call.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 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™ system. Call Continuation Call continuation is progression of a phone call on UConnect™ system after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to off.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: After every UConnect™ language change operation, only the language specific 32-name phonebook is usable. The paired phone name is not language specific and usable across all languages. Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Please refer to the 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” coverage details in the Warranty information booklet and on the 24–Hour Towing Assistance Card. Paging To learn how to page, refer to ⬙Working with Automated Systems.⬙ Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time-out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnect™ system. Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to ⬙Working with Automated Systems.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the UConnect™ system will not repeat a phone number before you dial it). • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Setup Confirmations.⬙ The UConnect™ system will play the current confirmation prompt status and you will be given the choice to change it.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 In order to un-mute the UConnect™ system: • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Mute-off.⬙ Connect or Disconnect Link Between the UConnect™ System and Cellular Phone Your cellular phone can be paired with many different electronic devices, but can only be actively ⬙connected⬙ with one electronic device at a time.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE button and say “Select” or “Delete.” Also, see the next two sections for an alternate way to “select” or “delete” a paired phone. Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect™ system. The phone must have been previously paired to the UConnect™ system that you want to use it with. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 • Performance is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. • Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish accents, the system may not always work for some.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the UConnect™ system. • Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. Bluetooth Communication Link Occasionally, Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the UConnect™ system. When this happens, the connection can generally be re-established by switching the phone off/on.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. 3 CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat as it may cause damage to the seat controls.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lumbar Support This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever forward to increase and rearward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support. Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Adjustable restraints should be adjusted so that the upper edge is as high as practical.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Heated Seats — If Equipped Heated seats, which are available only with leather upholstery, provide comfort and warmth on cold days and can help soothe sore muscles and backs. The heaters provide the same heat level for both cushion and back. On vehicles equipped with rear heated seats, the seats closest to the doors are heated. The controls for these seats are located on the rear of the center console.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the switch once to select high-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut off the heating elements. If high-level heating is selected, the system will automatically switch to low level after 30 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the number of illuminated LEDs changes from two to one, indicating the change.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Folding Rear Seat Folding Rear Seats The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area. Pull on the loops shown in the illustration to fold down either or both seatbacks. These loops can be tucked away when not in use. When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles, for easy recall through a memory switch. Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals (if equipped), and power tilt and telescopic steering column (if equipped), and a set of desired radio station presets. The memory switch is located on the driver’s door panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 2. Press and release the Set (S) button on the memory switch, then press the side of the rocker switch labeled (1) within 5 seconds. The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — if equipped will display which memory position is being set. If desired, a second memory profile can be stored into memory as follows: 1. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired preferences (i.e.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter within 10 seconds. NOTE: Your transmitters can be unlinked to your memory settings by pressing the Set (S) button followed by the UNLOCK button on the transmitter in Step 4 above. Memory Position Recall NOTE: The vehicle must be in Park to recall memory positions.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • When you remove the key from the ignition switch, the driver seat will move to a position 1.2 inches (30 mm) forward of the rear stop if the driver seat position is between 2.4 inches and 3.5 inches (60 mm and 90 mm) forward of the rear stop. The seat will return to its previously set position when you insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it out of the LOCK position. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Two latches must be released to open the hood.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Next, move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood, until it is open approximately 6 inches (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, and fog lights. Headlight Switch Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be turned on or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — if equipped. For details, refer to ”Headlights On with Wipers,” under “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features),” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center” in Section 4 of this manual. Headlight Switch NOTE: The engine must be running before the headlights will come ON in the Automatic mode.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 3. Push the Multi-Function Lever away from you to switch the headlights to the HIGH BEAM position. NOTE: This system will not activate until the vehicle is at or above 25 mph (40 km/h). Headlight Time Delay This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination for 90 seconds (programmable) when leaving your vehicle in an unlighted area. To Deactivate: Perform either of the following steps to deactivate the SmartBeam system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights, whenever the ignition switch is on, the headlights are off, and the parking brake is off. The headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime driving. Multi-Function Lever The multi-function lever controls the operation of the turn signals, headlight beam selection, and passing lights. The lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Turn Signals Move the Multi-Function Lever up or down and the corresponding turn signal indicator in the instrument cluster flashes to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. Moving the Multi-Function Lever up or down also causes the corresponding turn signal indicator in the outside mirror (if so equipped) to flash. For details, refer to “Outside Mirrors with Turn Signal & Approach Lighting” under “Mirrors” in this section.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console. Each light is turned ON by pressing the lens. Press the lens a second time to turn OFF the light. These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second detent.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Dome Light Position Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this position. WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The multi-function lever operates the windshield wipers and washer when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper switch is left in any position other than OFF. Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is turned OFF, the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles and then turn OFF.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Use of Rain-X威 or products containing wax or silicone may reduce rain sensor performance. • The Rain Sense feature can be turned on and off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — if equipped. For details, refer to “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual. The rain sensing system has protective features for the wiper blades and arms.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. Washer Fluid Reservoir The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gallon (4 liters) of washer fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — if equipped.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The headlight washers will operate on the first spray of the windshield washer and then every fourth spray after that. washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water. Washer Fluid Reservoir Headlight Washer Adding Washer Fluid The headlight washer and windshield washer share the same fluid reservoir.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping control handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle outward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The power tilt/telescoping steering column lever is located below the multi-function lever on the steering column. To tilt the steering column, move the lever up or down as desired.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position. This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedal to move toward or away from the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel. The switch is located on the front side of the driver’s seat cushion side shield.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal’s path. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 To Activate: Push the speed control lever inward (toward the steering column) and release (“ON/OFF”). The indicator light in the lever (and in the instrument cluster on some models) will illuminate to show that the speed control system is ON. To turn the system OFF, push the lever inward (toward the steering column) again and release. At this time, the system and the indicator light will turn off.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE speed. To do so, push the lever up and release (RES/ ACCEL), and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. To Vary the Speed Setting: When the speed control is set, you can increase speed by pushing the lever up and holding (“RES/ACCEL”). When the lever is released, a new set speed will be established. Pushing the lever up and releasing (“RES/ACCEL”) once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed increase.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 WARNING! Speed Control can be dangerous where the system can’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Don’t use Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • • − Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience system. It is not a substitute for active driving involvement. It is always the driver’s responsibility to be attentive of road, traffic, and weather conditions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle ahead, and most importantly brake operation to ensure safe operation of the vehicle under all road conditions.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation The speed control lever (located on the left side of the steering column) operates the ACC system. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) You can only activate ACC if the vehicle speed is between 25 mph and 100 mph (Canada 30 km/h and 180 km/h). When the system is turned on and in the READY state, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays “ACC READY.” When the system is OFF, the EVIC displays “ACC OFF.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate: Push the speed control lever inward (toward the steering column) and release (“ON/OFF”). The ACC menu in the EVIC displays “ACC READY.” To turn the system OFF, push the lever inward (toward the steering column) again and release. At this time, the system will turn off and the EVIC will display “ACC OFF.” WARNING! Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on when not in use is dangerous.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 To Set a Desired Speed: When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the lever down and release (“SET/DECEL”). The EVIC will display the set speed. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do not, the vehicle may continue to accelerate beyond the set speed. If this occurs: • The message “DRIVER OVERRIDE” will display in the EVIC. • The system will not be controlling the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Cancel: The system will disable ACC without erasing the memory if: To Turn Off: The system will turn off and erase the set speed in memory if: • You softly tap the brake pedal. • You push and release the lever (“ON/OFF”). • You depress the brake pedal. • You turn off the ignition. • You push the speed control lever away from you (“CANCEL”). • You switch off ESP. • If ESP/TCS activates.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 To Vary the Speed Setting: While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by lifting and holding the lever up (“RES/ACCEL”). If the lever is continually held, the set speed will continue to increase in 5 mph (Canada 10 km/h) increments until the lever is released. The increase in set speed is reflected in the EVIC display. Lifting the lever up and releasing once will result in a 1 mph (Canada 1 km/h) increase in set speed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Setting the Following Distance in ACC The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between long, medium, and short. Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead. This distance setting displays in the EVIC. If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 A Proximity Warning will alert the driver if ACC predicts that its maximum braking level is not sufficient to maintain the set distance. If this occurs, a visual alert (“ATTENTION”) will flash in the EVIC and a chime will sound while ACC continues to apply its maximum braking capacity. When this occurs, you should immediately apply the brakes as needed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ACC OFF ACC READY − When ACC is deactivated, the display will read “ACC OFF.” − When ACC is activated, the display will read “ACC READY.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 ACC SET − When ACC is set, the set speed will display. 3 1 — Sensed Vehicle Indicator 2 — Set Speed 3 — Your Vehicle 4 — Following Distance Setting: Three Bars = Long; Two Bars = Medium; One Bar = Short. The set speed will continue to display in place of the odometer reading when changing the EVIC display while ACC is set.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • System off • Proximity warning • ACC unavailable/service ACC warning The EVIC will return to the last display selected after 5 seconds of no ACC activity. Display Warnings & Maintenance ACC Unavailable Warning The ACC Unavailable Warning will display when conditions temporarily limit system performance. This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in snow, fog, heavy rain, or when driving into direct sunlight (sunrise or sunset).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • If the sensor is damaged due to an accident, see your authorized dealer for service. • Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor, including transparent material or aftermarket grilles. Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or malfunction. When the condition that deactivated the system is no longer present, the system will return to the “ACC Off” state and will resume function by simply reactivating it.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Precautions While Driving with ACC In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpectedly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need to intervene. Offset Driving ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is offset from your direct line of travel. There will not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Lane Changing ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are travelling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes, and it will not until it may be too late to take action. ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane. There will not be sufficient distance to the lanechanging vehicle. Always be attentive and ready to apply the brakes if necessary.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Narrow Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There will not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead. REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The Rear Park Assist System is a driver aid that senses for obstacles behind the vehicle. Refer to the Warnings, Cautions, and Notes in this section for system limitations and usage recommendations.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 The system uses four sensors located in the rear bumper to scan for obstacles up to 59 inches (150 cm) away from the rear bumper fascia. The warning display located above the rear window provides both visible and audible warnings to indicate the range of the object.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCES DISPLAY LED 1st LED 2nd LED 3rd LED 4th LED 5th LED 6th LED 7th LED 8th LED OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM: REAR CORNERS REAR CENTER 59 in. (150 cm) 47 in. (120 cm) 39 in. (100 cm) 31.5 in. (80 cm) 31.5 in. (80 cm) 25.5 in. (65 cm) 25.5 in. (65 cm) 20 in. (50 cm) 20 in. (50 cm) 16 in. (40 cm) 16 in. (40 cm) 6 in. (15 cm) 12 in. (30 cm) NOTE: The Rear Park Assist system will MUTE the radio, if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 WARNING! CAUTION! • Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the Rear Park Assist System. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots before backing up. You are responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your surroundings. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If “Service Park Assist System” appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) after making sure the rear bumper is clean please see your authorized dealer. Courtesy/Reading Lights OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights, an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink威), storage for sunglasses, and an optional power sunroof switch. Press the lens to turn on the light.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink姞) — IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries are needed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink NOTE: When programming a garage door opener, it is advised to park outside the garage. It is also recommended that you install a new battery in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed. This will allow for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features a driver-interactive display, which includes HomeLink system messages.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons. Release the buttons only when the EVIC displays “Channels Cleared” (after 20 seconds); however, do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds. Do not repeat this step if programming a second or third hand-held transmitter to the remaining HomeLink buttons. 3. Simultaneously press and hold the HomeLink button (that you want to train) and the hand-held transmitter button.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If your garage door opener fails to respond to the programmed HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver, and your garage door opener is manufactured after 1995, it may have a multiple security code system (rolling code system). Please proceed to Steps 6–8 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device (most common garage door openers require this step. 6.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 NOTE: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the ⬙cycling⬙ process to prevent possible overheating. 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release your hand-held transmitter every two seconds until the frequency signal is accepted successfully by HomeLink. The EVIC will display “Channel X Trained” (where X is Channel 1, 2, or 3).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. Security If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies by following the “Erasing HomeLink Buttons” instructions in this section. POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. • In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing, press the switch forward and hold for two seconds after the reversal occurs. This allows the sunroof to move towards the closed position. NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed. Venting Sunroof - Express Press and release the ⬙V⬙ button, and the sunroof will open to the vent position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroof switch will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. For details, refer to “Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit,” under “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features),” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If desired, the power outlet next to the ash receiver tray (if equipped) can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch in the LOCK position. The center console outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent engine starting.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting. • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.); will degrade the battery even more quickly.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Seat Cup Holders — 300 Touring and 300C Models The cup holders are located in the forward edge of the center console. Push down on the cover as shown to expose the cup holders. Close the cover when the cup holders are no longer needed. Front Seat Cup Holders Rear Seat Cup Holders The rear seat cup holders are located in the center armrest between the rear seats.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 STORAGE Console Features The center console contains a large storage bin. The storage bin contains a four-slot coin holder (designed to hold various size coins) and a rubber mat at the bottom of the bin for noise control. The bin is large enough to hold a portable AC/DC converter to power laptops, games, or other electrical equipment.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback in not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury. • 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The automatic load leveling system will provide a levelriding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions. A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 䡵 Base Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 䡵 Premium Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 163 䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode . . . . . . . 188 ▫ Changing Tape Direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 ▫ Operation Instructions - CD Mode . . . . . . . . . 191 ▫ Metal Tape Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 ▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode . . . . . 193 ▫ Pinch Roller Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 ▫ Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 䡵 Video Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 䡵 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 䡵 Satellite Radio — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 ▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 ▫ System Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 ▫ Tape Player Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 1 2 3 4 5 — Air Outlet — Instrument Cluster — Hazard Switch — Analog Clock — Electronic Stability Program Off Button* / Traction Control System Off Button* 6 — Glove Box 7 — Radio 8 — Climate Control 9 — Heated Seat Switch* 10 — Power Outlet 11 — Ash Tray* 12 — Storage Compartment* 13 — Ignition Switch 14 — Hood Release 15 — Trunk Release Switch 16 — Headlight Switch * If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Electronic Speed Control/Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will turn on when the electronic speed control or ACC is ON. (See page 118 for more information.) (See page 121 for more information.) 2. Low Fuel Indicator Light This light will turn on and a single chime will sound when the fuel level drops to 1/8 tank. (See page 293 for more information.) 3.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer reset button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). (See page 332 for more information.) 7. Tachometer The red segments indicate the maximum permissible engine revolutions-per-minute (r.p.m. x 1000) for each gear range.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 running. The system will turn this light on continuously while the engine running if it detects a malfunction in either the ESP or the BAS or both. (See page 259 for more information.) failure. Failure of either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder drops below a specified level. 11.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL turn on in the event of an EBD failure. Immediate repair of the ABS system is required in the event of an EBD failure. The operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position. The light should turn on for approximately two seconds and then turn off. The light will remain on if the parking brake is applied or if a brake fault is detected.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 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. If the pointer remains on the “H”, and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call for service. WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Transmission Range Indicator This display indicator shows the automatic transmission gear selection. 18. Seat Belt Reminder Light This light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. A chime will sound if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled during the bulb check. The Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on continuously if the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled after the bulb check or when driving.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 22. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If Equipped Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. After-market wheels can cause sensor damage.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 25. Oil Pressure Warning Light This light shows low engine oil pressure. The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle, and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A single chime will sound when this light turns on. ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED 4 Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Vehicle information warning message displays • Tire Pressure Monitor System (if equipped) • Personal Settings (customer programmable features) • Compass display • Outside temperature display • Trip computer functions • UConnect™ hands-free communication system displays (if equipped) • Navigation system screens (if equipped) • Audio mode display The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel: Press
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 If Compass/Temp/Audio is already displayed when the AUDIO MODE button is pressed, then the radio mode will change from AM to FM, to Tape, to CD, or to Satellite (SAT) accordingly. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays When the appropriate conditions exist, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays the following messages: • Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile [1.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ACC Ready — When the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system is activated. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in Section 3 of this manual for detailed information (if so equipped). • ACC Set — After setting the desired speed in the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in Section 3 of this manual for detailed information (if so equipped).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 • Adjustable Pedals Disabled – Vehicle In Reverse (with a single chime) — only available on vehicles equipped with memory seats. • Channel 1, 2, OR 3 Transmit • Channel 1, 2, OR 3 Training • Channel 1, 2, OR 3 Trained • Clearing Channels • Channels Cleared • Channels Defaulted • Did Not Train • Left Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure Monitor” in the “Starting And Operating” section of this manual.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trip A • Trip B • Elapsed Time • Display Units of Measure in Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the Trip Computer functions. Vehicles with the 5.7L Multi-Displacement System (MDS) may be equipped with the FUEL SAVER MODE in the Trip Functions of the EVIC. The FUEL SAVER MODE message will display above the average fuel economy in the EVIC display.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 This feature allows you to monitor when the MDS switches off the fuel on four of the eight cylinders and it can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase the time in which the fuel saver mode is active. and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the FUNCTION SELECT button.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position. • Display Units of Measure in: To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “US” or “METRIC” appears. To Reset The Display Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being displayed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 2. Press and hold the compass button for approximately 2 seconds. 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Calibrate Compass” displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button to start the calibration. The message “CAL” will display in the EVIC. 5. Complete one or more 360° turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message turns off. The compass will now function normally.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Press and hold the compass button for approximately 2 seconds. 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release FUNCTION SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map. 5. Press and release the compass button to exit. Telephone — If Equipped Press and release the MENU button until “Telephone” displays in the EVIC.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the UConnect™ phone is currently in analog mode. Analog The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the UConnect™ phone is currently roaming. Roaming The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that you have voice mail. Voice Mail The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate a text message. Text Message The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate the battery strength of the UConnect™ phone.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Navigation — If Equipped Navigation Display Control Press and release the MENU button until Navigation displays in the EVIC. When the Navigation System is On, the steering wheel buttons can be used to select the Map or Menu display on the Navigation Unit.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 “Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 Km/h)” When ON is selected, all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h). To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. “Unlock Doors Automatically on Exit” When ON is selected, all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position and the driver’s door is opened.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Rain Sensing Intermittent Wipers” — If Equipped When ON is selected, the system will automatically activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on the windshield. To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. When OFF is selected, the system reverts to the standard intermittent wiper operation.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 “Delay Turning Headlights Off” When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90” appears.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Turn by Turn Navigation” — If Equipped When ON is selected, the Turn-by-Turn directions will appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a designated turn within a programmed route. To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument panel, press and hold the button until the setting is correct.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast Signals Your new radio will provide excellent reception under most operating conditions. Like any system, however, car radios have performance limitations, due to mobile operation and natural phenomena, which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL changer (if equipped) will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. For details, refer to “Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit,” under “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features),” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played. For your convenience, the volume can be turned down, but not up, when the audio system is off and the ignition is ON.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Time Button Press the time button and the time of day will display for 5 seconds. TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increase or counter-clockwise to decrease the frequency. Clock Setting Procedure AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune/ Audio control. 3.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE control to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers. Press the tune control again or wait 5 seconds to exit setting tone, balance, and fade. RND/SET Button (Radio Mode) To SET The Push-Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory, press the SET button.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch to CD mode and begin to play. The display will show the track number and play time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track one. NOTE: • On some vehicles, you may insert or eject a disc with the radio or ignition switch OFF. • If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF, the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player. • This radio does not play discs with MP3 tracks.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 RND/SET Button (Random Play Button) (CD Mode) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forward feature.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. PSCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press this button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will display for 5 seconds. RW/FF (Auxiliary Mode) No function. RND/SET Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. Mode Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the CD player and Satellite Radio (if equipped).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 SALES CODE RAK – AM/FM/CASSETTE/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, VIDEO, MP3, and WMA CAPABILITIES NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the right side of the button to seek up and the left side to seek down. The radio will remained tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button and will bypass stations without stopping until you release it.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. Press the rotary TUNE control again to exit setting tone, balance, and fade. Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones. RND/PTY Button (Radio Mode) Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft Rock Top 40 Country Oldies Soft Nostalgia Jazz Classical Rhythm and Blues Soft Rhythm and Blues Foreign Language Religious Music Religious Talk Personality Public College Unassigned Weather Soft_Rock Top_40 Country Oldies Soft Nostalgia Jazz Classical Rhythm_and_Blues Soft_R_&_B Foreign_Language Religious_Music Religious_Talk Personality Public College Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequ
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Seek Button Press the SEEK button up for the next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the current selection. Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 6 selections. Press the SEEK button once to move 1 selection, twice to move 2 selections, etc. Fast Forward (FF) Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape in the direction that it is playing.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Noise Reduction The Dolby Noise Reduction System* is on whenever the tape player is on, but may be switched off. To turn off the Dolby Noise reduction System: Press Preset 1 after you insert the tape. The NR light in the display will go off when the Dolby System is off. * ”Dolby” noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 SCAN Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing. LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play) LOAD/EJECT - Load Press the LOAD/EJT button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number where the CD is being loaded. The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC. After the radio displays ⬙INSERT DISC,⬙ insert the CD into the player.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/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 released or RW or another CD button is pressed. The RW (Reverse) button works in a similar manner. TUNE Control (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Pressing the TUNE control allows the setting of the Tone, Fade, and Balance. See Radio Mode. AM/FM Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Switches the Radio to the Radio mode.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 files properly and may be unable to play the file normally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported. The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 • Maximum number of files: 255 • Maximum number of folders: 100 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a 3-character extension) • Level 2: 31 (including a separator ⬙.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios. Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not supported. Playback of MP3 and WMA 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.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 The radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ when the disc is loading. LOAD/EJT - Eject Press the LOAD/EJT button and the pushbutton 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. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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. Turn the TUNE control to display available folders or move through available folders. Press the TUNE control to select a folder.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 screen to provide maps, turn identification, selection menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destinations and routes, AM/FM stereo radio and six-disc CD changer with MP3 capability. 1. At the Main Menu screen, highlight “Clock Setup” and press ENTER OR press and hold for 3 seconds the TIME button on the unit’s faceplate. The Clock Setup screen appears. Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a DVD that is loaded into the unit.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. To turn daylight savings on or off, select “Daylight Savings” and press ENTER. Select “On” or “Off” and press ENTER. 5. Select DONE to exit from the clock setting mode. Press ENTER to save your changes. If you press CANCEL or NAV then your changes will not be saved. User Defined Clock If you wish to set the clock to a time different than the system clock, you can manually adjust the time by choosing the “User Defined Clock” option. 1.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 4. To increase the clock by minutes, make sure “MIN +” is highlighted and press ENTER. Press ENTER again to increase the clock by another minute. 5. To decrease the clock by minutes, use the Select Encoder to highlight the “-“ sign. Press ENTER. Press ENTER again to decrease the clock by another minute. 6. Select “DONE” to exit from the clock setting mode. Press ENTER to save your changes. If you press CANCEL or NAV then your changes will not be saved.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. To switch the clock to the small clock, quickly press TIME again. VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) — IF EQUIPPED The optional VES™ (Video Entertainment System) consists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid crystal display) screen, a battery-powered remote control, and two headsets. The system is located in the center console storage bin under the armrest lid. Refer to your VES™ User’s Manual for detailed operating instructions. 4.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 4 Raising The DVD Screen Remote Control Location
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcasting technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius™ Satellite Radio. This service offers over 100 channels of music, sports, news, entertainment, and programming for children, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 ESN/SID Access With RAQ and RAK Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. All twelve ESN/SID numbers will display. The radio will exit the ESN/SID mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF, or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed. ESN/SID Access With REC Navigation Radios Please refer to your Navigation User’s Manual.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Channels that may contain objectionable content can be blocked. Contact Sirius Customer Care at 888-539-7474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblocking. Please have your ESN/SID information available. NOTE: Pressing the ⬙SEEK⬙ or ⬙SCAN⬙ button, while performing a music type scan, will change the channel by one and stop the search. Pressing a pre-set memory button during a music type scan, will call up the memory channel and stop the search.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons. • The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle. REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the surface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o’clock positions. • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL VOLUME Button The VOLUME button controls the sound level of the sound system. Press the top of the VOLUME button to increase the sound level. Press the bottom of the VOLUME button to decrease the sound level. Press the AUDIO MODE button to select the Compass/Temp/Audio screen.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Tape Player Operation Press the top of the SCROLL button once to listen to the next track on the cassette. Press the bottom of the SCROLL button once either to listen to the beginning of the current track or to listen to the beginning of the previous track if it is within 5 seconds after the current track begins to play.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. A loose tape should be corrected before use. To rewind a loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape drive gear and twist the pencil in the required directions. CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the following precautions: Maintain your cassette tape player. The head and capstan shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 RADIO OPERATION 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.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control The rotary knob in the center controls air temperature. Rotate the control to the left for cooler air temperature and to the right for warmer air temperature. Rotating the control to the extreme left provides the coldest setting. Rotating the control to the extreme right provides the warmest setting. Mode Control The rotary knob on the right controls airflow distribution.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 • Panel Air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel. Air flows through the registers in the back of the center console to the rear seat passengers. These registers can be closed to block airflow. • Recirculation Control The mode control knob also controls the recirculation feature. You can choose BiLevel Recirculation air outlets, Panel Recirculation air outlets, or a mix or both while in this mode. Normally, air enters from outside the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the controls on the climate control, from a dual sunsensor located in the top of the instrument panel, from an infrared sensor located in the face of the climate control, and from various sensors located throughout the vehicle. The controls on the climate control provide the system with operator input. The dual sun-sensor monitors sun load coming through the windshield. The infrared sensor independently measures the surface temperature of the driver and passenger.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 The system will automatically control recirculation. However, pressing the Recirculation Control button will temporarily put the system in recirculation mode (ten minutes). This can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present. Activating recirculation will cause the LED in the control button to illuminate. After ten minutes, the system will return to normal AUTO mode function and the LED will turn off.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. • Defrost Air is directed to the windshield through the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also directed to the front door windows through the side window demister grilles. • Defrost/Floor Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets and the outlets at the base of the windshield.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: To control the air conditioning manually, the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position. • Recirculation Control This button can be used to block out smoke, odors, dust, high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired. The recirculation mode should only be used temporarily. An LED in the button illuminates when the recirculation mode is active. You may use this feature separately. NOTE: Extended use of recirculation may cause the windows to fog.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again. Window Fogging Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed 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 window fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed. Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but rainy or humid weather.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Electric Rear Window Defroster The electric Rear Window Defroster Control is located on the climate control. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated side mirrors (if equipped). An LED in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is ON.
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 ▫ 4 Speed Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 240 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 ▫ 5 Speed Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 245 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 䡵 AutoStick威 — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 ▫ Extremely Cold Weather (Below ⫺20°F Or ⫺29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 䡵 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 䡵 Multi Displacement System (MDS) 5.7L Engine Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 ▫ Radial-Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 䡵 Traction Control System (TCS) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 䡵 Brake Assist System (BAS) — If Equipped . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 233 ▫ Premium System — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 285 ▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) . . . . . . . 296 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 ▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) . . . . . . . . . 296 䡵 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 ▫ Overloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 ▫ 2.7L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 ▫ Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition.
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Automatic Transmission The gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear. Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Turn the key to the “START” position and release when the engine starts.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury. • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord. The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on the driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap that is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power Module. WARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or “N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal.
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 The selector lever is automatically locked while in the P (Park) position. To move the selector lever out of the P (Park) position, the brake pedal must be firmly depressed before the shift lock will release. Shift the selector lever to the desired position only when the engine is idling normally and the brake pedal is applied. Do not release the brake until ready to drive.
STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a brake transmission shift interlock system (BTSI) that holds the selector lever in the P (Park) position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. To move the selector lever out of the P (Park) position, the ignition switch must be turned to the ON position, and the brake pedal must be depressed. For electrical system malfunctions, there is an override for the interlock system.
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 When parking on a flat surface, place the gear selector in the P (Park) position first, and then apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in P (Park), otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of park. As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.
STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the selector lever into the P (Park) position: • When shifting into P (Park) move the lever all the way forward until it stops, and is fully seated. • Look at the shift indicator display on the instrument panel to ensure it is in the P (Park) position. CAUTION! Damage to the shifter could result if the selector lever is moved out of P (Park) before the ignition is turned from the LOCK to ON position.
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 vehicle under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or while towing heavy trailers. NOTE: • If the vehicle is started in cold temperatures, shifts into Overdrive may be delayed. Normal Overdrive and shifting operation will resume when the temperature of the transmission reaches the appropriate temperature. Refer to the “Note” under “Torque Converter Clutch” later in this section.
STARTING AND OPERATING at calibrated speeds. This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in high gear. When the vehicle speed drops, or during acceleration, the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages. NOTE: • The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant is warm (usually after 1–3 miles (1.6–4.8 km) of driving).
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 If the transmission cannot be reset, dealer service is required. 5 Speed Automatic Transmission Shifting from D (Drive) to P (Park) or R (Reverse) (or from P or R to D) should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake when moving the selector lever between these gears. Gear Ranges P (Park) P (Park) supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Never use Park position on an automatic transmission as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the selector lever into the P (Park) position: • When shifting into P (Park) move the lever all the way forward until it stops, and is fully seated.
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 WARNING! Do not coast in N (Neutral) and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. D (Drive) This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and downshifts and best fuel economy. The transmission automatically upshifts through fifth gear.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control. You could lose control of your vehicle and have an accident. Delayed Shifts in Cold Temperatures During cold temperature operation, you may notice delayed upshifts depending on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 possible convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur. Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. If the problem has been momentary, the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears. Permanent Transmission Limp Home Mode Permanent Limp Home Mode will be activated if the transmission enters temporary Limp Home Mode three times.
STARTING AND OPERATING move the selector lever to the Right or Left (D+/D-) while in the D (Drive) position. The transmission will remain in the current gear until an upshift or downshift is chosen. ALL WHEEL DRIVE — IF EQUIPPED This feature provides full time All Wheel Drive (AWD) with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)/Traction Control. The front wheels provide 38% of the torque, and the rear wheels provide 62% of the torque.
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability. To reduce this possibility, the following precautions should be observed: 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are slushy. 2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. 3.
STARTING AND OPERATING The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the parking brake, push the parking brake pedal down and then remove your foot from the pedal. To release the parking brake, push down on the parking brake pedal and then release. Parking Brake The brake light in the instrument cluster will turn on when the parking brake is applied and the ignition switch is on.
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability, the remaining system will still function. There will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness. This may be evident by increased pedal travel during application, greater pedal force required to slow or stop, and potential activation of the Brake Warning Light.
STARTING AND OPERATING You also may experience the following when the brake system goes into Anti-lock: WARNING! • The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a short time after the stop), • The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated elec- • the clicking sound of solenoid valves, • brake pedal pulsations, • and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop. These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer. Anti-Lock Brake Light The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. CAUTION! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should be avoided when possible. Damage to the power steering pump may occur. MULTI DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) - 5.
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The Traction Control System (TCS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded. The TCS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or gravel, switch off the TCS by pressing the TCS OFF button. CAUTION! When the TCS Indicator Light is illuminated continuously, the TCS is switched off. Avoid spinning one drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drive train. NOTE: • The Traction Control System comes on each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 The Brake Assist System (BAS) is standard on vehicles equipped with Electronic Stability Program (ESP). The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system applies optimum pressure to the brakes in emergency braking conditions than might otherwise be afforded solely by the driver’s braking style. This can help reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
STARTING AND OPERATING power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path. The ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match the intended path, the ESP applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer.
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 When ESP is switched off, the engine torque reduction feature is cancelled. Therefore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable. However, a feature of the system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential. If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel and allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
STARTING AND OPERATING ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator and ESP/TCS Indicator Lights The malfunction indicator light for the ESP is combined with the BAS indicator. The yellow ESP/BAS malfunction indicator light and the yellow ESP/TCS indicator light in the instrument cluster both come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. They should go out with the engine running.
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 the section width. The letter ⬙P⬙ is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16. • Temporary Spare tires are high-pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tire 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 Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section Width in Millimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect Ratio in Percent (%) —Ratio of section height to section width of tire. 10.
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 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. —The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions. (i.e. tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and posted speed limits).
STARTING AND OPERATING 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. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the outboard side then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire.
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar.
STARTING AND OPERATING Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the “Tire and Loading Information” placard and in the “Vehicle Loading” section of this manual.
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle. NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 271 WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure: 1.
STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Economy— Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement. Under inflation, also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consumption. 3. Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability— Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride.
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped). This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure.” Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1 km) after a 3 hour period.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maximum load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. You could have a serious accident. Don’t drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h). Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing. Consult your authorized tire dealer for radial tire repairs.
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same tire, replace (or repair) the original tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel on the vehicle at any given time.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are stuck, and don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension components. You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 SELF–SEALING TIRES — IF EQUIPPED A non-hardening viscous sealant applied to the inner liner of each tire fills punctures up to 0.19 in. (5 mm) to minimize the loss of air pressure. This contributes to the safety of the vehicle by significantly reducing the probability of a roadside stop due to a flat tire. TIRE CHAINS Use only compact chains, or other traction aids that meet SAE type “Class S” specifications.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of time on dry pavement. Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions on method of installation, operating speed, and conditions for usage. Always use the lower suggested operating speed if both the chain manufacturer and vehicle manufacture suggest a maximum speed. This notice applies to all chain traction devices, including link and cable (radial) chains.
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Follow the “Maintenance Schedules” in Section 8 of this manual for the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving. Remember, more frequent rotation is permissible if desired. Also, correct for anything causing rapid or unusual wear prior to performing the tire rotation. The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross” shown in the following diagram.
STARTING AND OPERATING • The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the lowpressure warning limit for any reason, including low temperature effects. • The TPM System will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended cold placard pressure.
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 CAUTION! • The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. After-market wheels can cause sensor damage.
STARTING AND OPERATING Base System — If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver Module. NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle regularly and to maintain the proper pressure.
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 tire. However, if you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will remain ON and a chime will still sound each ignition key cycle.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and an audible chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. The audible chime will sound once every ignition cycle for each condition that it detects.
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 Check TPMS Warning The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 60 seconds and an audible chime will sound when a system fault is detected. The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes, without an audible chime, until the fault condition no longer exists. In addition to the telltale and chime, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display a ⬙CHECK TPM SYSTEM⬙ message for 3 seconds when a system fault is detected.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The compact spare tire (if so equipped) does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire. However, if you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will remain ON and a chime will still sound each ignition key cycle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 2.7L Engine Your vehicle is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane of 87. 3.5L and 5.7L Engines The 3.5L and 5.7L engines are designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when using high-quality unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 to 89.
STARTING AND OPERATING Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”. Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates, and are specifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality. The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gasolines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will provide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components.
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 content of gasoline may not be indicated on the pump, you should ask your gasoline retailer if his/her gasoline contains MMT. • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance, or damage the emission control system. It is even more important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada, because MMT can be used at levels higher than allowed in the United States.
STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period.
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle. Push in on the left side (near the edge) of the fuel filler door to access the fuel filler cap. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler cap door reinforcement.
STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system. • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on. • To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a “Check Gascap” message will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — if equipped. If this occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer reset button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started.
STARTING AND OPERATING • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR. Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly.
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Loading To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty weight, axle by axle and side by side. Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” attached to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and GAWRs. This table is only an example. TRAILER TOWING In this section, you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully review this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible.
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 WARNING! It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Tongue Weight (TW) Tongue weight (TW) is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases, it should not be less than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load. You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in an accident. • Weight Distributing Systems may not be compatible with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for additional information.
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)” chart for the Max. GTW towable for your given drivetrain. Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System Trailer Hitch Classification Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package.
STARTING AND OPERATING Engine/Transmission Frontal Area 22 SQ. FT. (2.04 square meters) 22 SQ. FT. (2.04 square meters) 22 SQ. FT. (2.04 square meters) 22 SQ. FT. (2.04 square meters) 3.5L & 5.7L Automatic 32 SQ. FT. (2.97 square meters) 32 SQ. FT. (2.97 square meters) 32 SQ. FT. (2.97 square meters) 32 SQ. FT. (2.97 square meters) Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds. 2.
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer accidents.
STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drivetrain components the following guidelines are recommended: CAUTION! • Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may damage your vehicle. • During the first 500 miles (805 km) of trailer towing, limit your speed to 50 mph (80 km/h). Perform the maintenance listed in Section 8 of this manual. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR, or GCWR, ratings.
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in P for Park. Always, block or ⬙chock⬙ the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. GVWR 2. GTW 3. GAWR 4.
STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required.
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector. NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Using the “3” range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up. This action will also provide better engine braking. The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. See Schedule “B” in section 8 of this manual for transmission fluid change intervals.
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Towing Tips — Autostick威 (If Equipped) − For vehicles equipped with Autostick.威 By using the Autostick威 modes, and selecting a specific gear range, frequent shifting can be avoided. The highest gear range should be selected that allows for adequate performance. For example, choose “4” if the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “3” or “2” if needed to maintain the desired speed. − Extended driving at high RPM should be avoided to prevent excess heat generation.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 䡵 Jump-Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 ▫ Preparations For Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 ▫ Without The Ignition Key . .
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The hazard flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel between the center air outlets. This is an emergency warning system and it should not be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for other motorists. When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the Hazard Warning Flashers will continue to operate even though the ignition switch is OFF.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 313 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to floor, and the fan control to HI. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. • Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 315 5. Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage The jack and spare tire are both stowed under an access cover in the trunk. Follow these steps to access the jack and spare tire. NOTE: The spare tire must be removed in order to access the jack. 1.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. Jack Fastener Spare Tire Fastener 4. Remove the spare tire. 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 317 Jacking and Changing a Tire 1. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 2. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. 3. If equipped with steel wheels, do not remove the wheel cover at this time. If equipped with aluminum wheels, before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to loosen, but not remove, the lug nuts on the wheel with the flat tire. Turn the lug nuts counter-clockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 5. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 6 Jack Engagement Locations
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire. 12. Store the flat tire, jack, and tools. WARNING! WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 7. Remove the lug nuts, wheel cover (if equipped), and tire. Remove the cover by hand. Do not pry it off. 8. Mount the spare tire.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 Wheel Cover Installation (If Required) 1. Tighten the two lug nuts on the mounting studs on each side of the stud, which is in alignment with the valve stem. 2. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the valve stem on the wheel. 3. Install the cover by hand, snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do not use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover. 4. Install the remaining lug nuts. 5. Return to Step 9 of the “Jacking and Changing a Tire” procedure.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be hurt by the fan. • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 5. Connect one end of the jumper cable to the remote jump-start positive battery post (+) in the engine compartment. Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery. Refer to the following illustration for jump-starting connections. 6. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine ground (-) of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan. WARNING! Any procedure other than above could result in: 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent; 2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion; 3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 325 CAUTION! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between “First” and R (Reverse), do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result. • Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h). WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or failure.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES km/h). Exceeding these towing limits may cause a transmission geartrain failure. If the transmission is not operative, or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 30 miles (48 km), the vehicle must be transported using a flat bed truck. CAUTION! • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the front fascia will result.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 2.7L Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 ▫ Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension . . 340 䡵 3.5L Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 ▫ Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 䡵 5.7L Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 ▫ lp;&-2qEngine Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . 341 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . 332 ▫ Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Windshield Washers/Headlight Washers — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 ▫ Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 ▫ Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses . . . . . . . 353 ▫ Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 ▫ Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emissions well within current government regulations.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system. Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration. Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test, which you can use prior to going to the test station.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station. If your OBD system is not ready, you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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. Maintain the oil level in the “SAFE” range. Adding 1.0 quart (1.0L) of oil when the reading is at the bottom of the “SAFE” range will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE” range on these engines.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 CAUTION! • Off-Road or desert operation. Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. NOTE: 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 schedule “B” in the ⬙Maintenance Schedules⬙ in this manual. Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affect the interval at which your oil should be changed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). The manufacture only recommends API Certified engine oils. NOTE: Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper operation of the Multiple Displacement System (MDS). Refer to “Multi Displacement System” under “Starting and Operating” for details.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.5L Engine SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred for use in 3.5L Engines within the operating temperatures shown in the engine oil viscosity chart. SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil is allowed for use in the 3.5L Engine during cold weather only to improve cold weather starting. In areas where these grades are not generally available, higher SAE grades may be used.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters, indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the environment. Contact your dealer, service station, or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area. Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 Engine Air Cleaner Filter For normal driving conditions, inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter at the intervals shown on Schedule “A.” For vehicles driven frequently in dusty or under severe conditions, inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter at the intervals shown on Schedule “B.” WARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the event of engine malfunction, particularly involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the converter to overheat, resulting in possible damage to the converter and the vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 • Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idling or malfunctioning operating conditions. Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is permanently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic maintenance required.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Don’t lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air conditioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for further warranty information. • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in this manual for the recommended air conditioning filter replacement intervals. Power Steering — Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as anticipated. Coordinate inspection efforts through a certified DaimlerChrysler Dealership.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as Mopar威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock cylinder. Windshield Wiper Blades The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulations of salt or road film.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 Cooling System WARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the ON position. • You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, don’t open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System — Drain, Flush, and Refill The system should be drained, flushed, and refilled at the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedule. If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of old antifreeze solution. Selection of Coolant Use only the manufacturer’s recommended coolant.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This coolant can be used up to 5 Years or 100,000 miles (160 000 km) before replacement. To prevent reducing this extended maintenance period, it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle. Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) coolant.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. Never add coolant when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure. • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vaporized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot coolant to enter the radiator. If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed. Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present. Brake System In order to assure brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically. Suggested service intervals can be found in the “Maintenance Schedule” in this manual.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed. WARNING! Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present. Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure. You could have an accident. If you see any signs of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake hoses replaced immediately.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reservoir. With 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 “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” for the correct fluid type.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 CAUTION! • Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than that recommended by the manufacturer will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” for the correct fluid type.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped The all wheel drive system consists of a Transfer Case and Front Differential. The exterior surface of these components should be inspected for evidence of fluid leaks. Confirmed leaks should be repaired as soon as possible.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion • Stone and gravel impact. Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will scratch metal and painted surfaces. Special Care • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month. • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and open.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 Interior Care Use Mopar威 Fabric Cleaner or equivalent to clean fabric upholstery and Mopar威 Carpet Cleaner for carpeting. Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp cloth, or Mopar威 Satin Select. Do not use harsh cleaners or Armorall. Use Mopar威 Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. Mopar威 Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery. Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments, which may scratch the elements. When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 • Carefully tuck the front, followed by the rear, then side edges of the cup holder into the center console. Cleaning the Center Console Cup Holders — 300C and 300 Touring Models Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent with the cup holder in the center console. NOTE: The cup holder cannot be removed. FUSES (POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTERS) Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) A power distribution center is located in the engine compartment.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 1 Cartridge Fuse — 2 — 3 — 4 — 5 — 6 — 7 — 8 — 9 — Mini Fuse Description 20 Amp Left High Intensity DisYellow charge (HID) Headlight - if equipped 20 Amp Right High Intensity Yellow Discharge (HID) Headlight - if equipped 15 Amp Adjustable Pedals - if Blue equipped 20 Amp AC Clutch/Horn Yellow 20 Amp Headlight Washer - If Yellow Equipped 15 Amp Front Control Module Blue (FCM) 20 Amp Fog Lights - if equipped Yellow 15 Amp Lights – License, Park, Blue
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 Cavity 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Cartridge Fuse 50 Amp Red 20 Amp Blue 50 Amp Red 40 Amp Green 50 Amp Red 60 Amp Yellow 30 Amp Pink 20 Amp Blue 30 Amp Pink Mini Fuse Description — Radiator Fan — Starter — Anti-lock Brakes System (ABS) Pump Motor - if equipped AC Clutch/Radiator Fan High — Low High Intensity Lighting (HID) - if equipped Radiator Fan - AWD — — — — — — Front Control Module (FCM) Transmission - RLE Front Control Module (FCM) CAUTION! • When installin
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fuses (Rear Power Distribution Center) There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 Cavity 6 Cartridge Fuse 60 Amp Yellow 40 Amp Green — 40 Amp Green 30 Amp Pink — 7 8 — — 1 2 3 4 5 9 — 10 11 * 12 * — — — Mini Fuse Description Cavity — Ignition Off Draw (IOD) 13 * 14 Cartridge Fuse — — — Battery — — — Battery 15 — 16 17 — — 18 — 19 — 20 21 22 23 24 25 — — — — — — — Heated Seats - if equipped 20 Amp Fuel Pump Yellow — — 15 Amp Ignition Switch/Airbag Blue Control Module (ACM) 20 Amp Console Power Outlet Yellow — — — — — — Mini Fu
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 26 27 Cartridge Fuse — — 28 — 29 — 30 — 31 32 33 34 — — — — Mini Fuse — 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 5 Amp Orange Description — Airbag/Airbag Control Module (ACM) Curtain Airbag - if equipped Anti-lock Brakes Module - if equipped/Cluster/ Front Control Module (FCM)/Powertrain Control Module (PCM)/ Sentry Key Remote Keyless Entry/Stop Lights 10 Amp Door Modules/Power Red Mirrors - if equipped/ Steering Control Module — — — — — — — — Cavity 35 Cartridge Fuse — 36
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 Cavity 39 40 41 42 43 44 Cartridge Fuse — Mini Fuse 10 Amp Red 5 Amp Orange Description Heated Mirrors - if equipped — Heated Seats - if equipped/Inside Rearview Mirror — 10 Amp AC Heater Control/Park Red Assist - if equipped/Tire Pressure Monitoring - if equipped 30 Amp — Front Blower Motor Pink 30 Amp — Amplifier - if equipped/ Pink Antenna/Rear Defrost 20 Amp — Amplifier - if equipped/ Blue Front Control Module (FCM)/Sunroof - if equipped *Cavities 11, 12, and 13 con
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • When installing the Power Distribution Center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Power Distribution Center, and possibly result in an electrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . W5W Rear Compartment (Trunk) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 579 Overhead Console Reading Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . 578 Visor Vanity Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A6220 Glove Box Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Door Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 562 Shift Indicator Light . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, Park/Turn Light, Inner Park Light, and Outer Park Light – 300 Models 1. Open the hood. NOTE: Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlight assembly on the driver side of the vehicle. 2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly counter-clockwise, and then pull it out of the headlight assembly. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly. 4.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 3 — Park/Turn Light Bulb 4 — Inner Park Light Bulb 5 — Outer Park Light Bulb 7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced properly. See your authorized dealer for service.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 4. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly. 5. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the headlight assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 3 — Park/Turn Light Bulb CAUTION! 1 — Low Beam Headlight Bulb 2 — High Beam Headlight Bulb Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Backup Light, Side Marker Light, and Tail/Stop Turn Light — 300 Models 1. Open the Trunk. 2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the tail light assembly. 3. Pull back the trunk liner. 4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the tail light assembly. 5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 7. Pull the tail light assembly clear from the vehicle to access the bulbs. 8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly counter-clockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tail/Stop, Tail, Turn Signal Light, and Backup Light — 300C Models 1. Open the Trunk. 2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the tail light assembly. 3 — Tail/Stop/Turn Light Bulb 9. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly. 10. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly. 11. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 12. Reinstall the tail light assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner. 13.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 3. Pull back the trunk liner. 4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the tail light assembly. 5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 6. Disconnect the electrical connector. 7. Pull the tail light assembly clear from the vehicle to access the bulbs. Turn bulb sockets counter-clockwise to remove. 8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly counter-clockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2 — Tail Light Bulb 3 — Turn Signal Light Bulb
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 License Light 1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly. 4 — Backup Light Bulb 7 9. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly. 10. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly. 11. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 1 — License Light Bulb 2 — Socket 12.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fuel (approximate) 2.7 Liter Engine 3.5 Liter Engine 5.7 Liter Engine Engine Oil with Filter 2.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 3.5 Liter Engine (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) Cooling System * 2.7 Liter Engine (Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/ 100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. U.S. Metric 18 gallons 18 gallons 19 gallons 68 liters 6.0 qts. 5.7 liters 6.0 qts. 5.7 liters 7.0 qts. 6.6 liters 9.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil (2.7 Liter) Engine Oil (3.5 Liter) Engine Oil (5.7 Liter) Oil Filter (2.7 Liter) Oil Filter (3.5 Liter) Oil Filter (5.7 Liter) Spark Plugs Fuel Selection (2.7 Liter) Fuel Selection (3.5 Liter) Fuel Selection (5.7 Liter) Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent Use API Certified engine oil.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Brake Master Cylinder Front Axle Power Steering Reservoir Rear Axle Transfer Case Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar威 DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids. API Certified GL-5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS M A I N T E N A N C E 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . 386 ▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 389 䡵 Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 ▫ Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M A I N T E N A N C E 386 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 387 M A • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km). • More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). • Trailer towing.〫 • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).〫 • Off-road or desert operation.
M 388 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I At Each Stop for Fuel N T • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully E warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while N A the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuN racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the C level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark. E S C H E D U L E S 8 • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation.
SCHEDULE “B” SCHEDULE “B” Follow Schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an 〫. • Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C). • Stop and go driving. • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
M 390 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. N C Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if reE quired.* S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Replace the air conditioning filter. Rotate the tires.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. * Replace the air conditioning filter. Rotate the tires.
M 392 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. N C Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if reE quired.* S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Change the rear axle fluid. Replace the air conditioning filter. Rotate the tires. Change the Transfer Case Fluid - All Wheel Drive (AWD) only.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and tensioner. Replace if required. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. * ‡ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Replace the air conditioning filter.
M 394 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. N C Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if reE quired.* S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. * ‡ Replace the air conditioning filter. Rotate the tires.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Replace the engine timing belt. 3.5L Engine. Replace the spark plugs. 2.7L, 3.5L Engines. Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and tensioner. Replace if required. Change the rear axle fluid. Replace the air conditioning filter.
M 396 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not reA placed at 3 months. N C Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if reE quired.* S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. * Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Replace the air conditioning filter.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and tensioner. Replace if required. Replace the air conditioning filter. Rotate the tires.
M 398 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not reA placed at 3 months. N C Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if reE quired.* S C H E D U L E S 8 138,000 (230 000) X 141,000 (235 000) X 144,000 (240 000) X 147,000 (245 000) X X X X X Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Change the rear axle fluid. Replace the air conditioning filter. Rotate the tires.
SCHEDULE “A” 399 M SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Replace the air conditioning filter. Rotate the tires.
M 400 SCHEDULE “A” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if E required.* S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and tensioner. Replace if required. Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve.
SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and tensioner. Replace if required. Replace the spark plugs. 2.7L, 3.5L Engines. Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. *‡ Replace the engine timing belt. 3.5L Engine.
M 402 SCHEDULE “A” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if reE quired.* S C H E D U L E S 8 Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and tensioner. Replace if required. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. * Replace the air conditioning filter.
SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. Replace the air conditioning filter. Rotate the tires. Change the Transfer Case Fluid - All Wheel Drive (AWD) only. * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner but is not required to maintain the emissions warranty.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 406 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409 ▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409 䡵 Publication Order Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty, discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s service history. This can often provide a clue to the current problem.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 407 • 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. • If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you may contact the Manufacturer’s Customer Center.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery date.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 409 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect, which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, and charts. • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals. Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations, these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computercontrolled vehicle systems and features.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 411 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE WARNING! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . 351 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112,114,347 Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 415 Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Fluid and Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Fluid Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240,245 Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance . . . . . . . 217 Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 CD (Compact Disc) Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188,195 Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 417 Dealer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Defroster, Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Defroster, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61,220,225 Delay (Intermittent) Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Diagnostic System, Onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Oil Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337,382 Oil Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Enhanced Accident Response Feature . . . . . . . . . 48 Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 419 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Octane Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289,383 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289,382 Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382 Fuel System Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hitches Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holder, Cup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HomeLink威 (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 . . . . . . 301 . . . . . . 151 . . . . . . 141 . . . . . . 101 . . .
INDEX 421 Latch Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Lead Free Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Life of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61,103 Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46,49,60,165 Anti-Lock .
INDEX Vanity Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 163 Load Leveling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Loading Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295,297 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 423 Navigation Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . . . . . . 149 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255,346 Steering, Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . . . . . . . . . 116 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 425 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409 Safety Information, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207,212 Satellite Radio Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Schedule, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Slippery Surfaces, Driving On . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 SmartBeams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Snow Chains (Tire Chains) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274,275,315 Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . . . . . 118,121 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 427 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314,317 Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Flat Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 High Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink威) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . 17 Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 429 Window Fogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Windshield Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220,225 Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109,110,347 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Windshield Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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