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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 3 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 ▫ Roll Over Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 䡵 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 䡵 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations . . . . . . . . . . .
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.
INTRODUCTION Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S. government notes that the universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year, and could reduce disabling injuries by 2 million annually. In a roll over crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.
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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 found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield.
INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 䡵 Security Alarm System — If Equipped . . . . . . . . .17 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ To Set The Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 ▫ Locking Doors With The Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 䡵 Ignition And Steering Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 ▫ Window Lockout Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . . .23 䡵 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 ▫ Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ Power Liftgate — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 䡵 Remote Starting System — If Equipped . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 䡵 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 ▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags . . . . . . . . . . .51 ▫ Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 ▫ Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, and remove the key.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE inserted or withdrawn only in the LOCK position. Push in on the key in the ignition lock cylinder to rotate to the LOCK position. WARNING! The key cannot be turned to LOCK until the selector is in the PARK position. Do not attempt to pull the shift lever out of PARK after the key is in the LOCK position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 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 If the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds a single chime will sound and the Vehicle Theft Alarm Indicator Light will stop flashing, turn on again for 3 seconds, and then turn off. General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: The new Sentry Key has been programmed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Set the Alarm: The alarm will set when you use the power door locks or use the Keyless Entry transmitter to lock the doors. After all the doors are locked and closed the security light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly to signal that the system is arming. The security light in the instrument panel cluster will flash rapidly for about 15 seconds to indicate that the alarm is being set.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNLOCK button or by inserting a programmed Sentry Key into the ignition and turning the key to the ON position. 19 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY 2 ILLUMINATED ENTRY Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks All interior lights will illuminate in the vehicle when the doors are unlocked using the key fob.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Your vehicle’s keyfob may have three, four or five buttons (shown), depending on the optional features purchased with your vehicle. The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first UNLOCK button press by using the following procedure: This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances a minimum of 66 feet (20 meters) using a hand held radio transmitter.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the desired programming was not achieved or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. To lock the doors and liftgate: Press and release the LOCK button on the key fob to lock all doors and liftgate. If the ignition is OFF, when the doors are locked, the parking lights will flash on once and the horn will chirp once. Horn Chirp Programming The horn chirp feature will be shipped from the assembly plants activated.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Test the flash lamps with LOCK feature while outside of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK button on the key fob with the ignition in the OFF position, and the key removed. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the key fob, while you are in the vehicle, will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. 5.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: When entering program mode using that fob, all other programmed fobs will be erased and you will have to reprogram them for your vehicle. If your Remote Lock Control fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the key fob. 6. After holding the UNLOCK button for four seconds, also press the PANIC button within 6 seconds. 7. When a single chime is heard release both buttons. The chime is an indication that you have successfully entered program mode. All fobs that are to be programmed must be done so within 60 seconds of when the chime was heard. 8.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. 1. If the key fob is equipped with a screw, remove the screw. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during removal. 25 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remote start your vehicle, press the REMOTE START button on the key fob twice within three seconds. To indicate that the vehicle is about to start, the parking lights will flash and the horn will sound briefly. Once the vehicle has started, the engine will run for 15 minutes. To cancel remote start, press the REMOTE START button once.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start, where the remote start sequence was initiated but cancelled before the engine begins to crank. After either of these conditions, or if the Vehicle Theft Alarm is alarming, or if the PANIC button was pressed, the vehicle must be reset by inserting a valid key into the ignition and moving it to the RUN position, then back to LOCK.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. A chime will sound if the key is in the ignition switch and a door is open, as a reminder to remove the key.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Within 10 seconds, cycle the key from the OFF position to the ON position a minimum of four times; ending in the ON position. (do not start the engine). 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the LOCK direction. 6. A single chime will be heard to indicate the feature has been disabled. 7. To re-activate this feature, repeat the above steps. 8.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the UNLOCK direction. 6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature has been changed. 7. Repeat the above steps to alternate the availability of this feature. 8. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceled before the feature could be changed. If necessary repeat the above procedure.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. 31 WINDOWS Power Windows 2 NOTE: After setting the child protection door lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE windows will operate only when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and for ten minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or the driver’s door is opened. This feature can be turned off by your authorized dealer. NOTE: The Power Accessory Delay feature will allow the power windows to operate for ten minutes after the ignition it turned OFF. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during the auto-closure it will reverse direction and then stop. Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to close the window. Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto closure. If this happens pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close the window manually.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LIFTGATE The liftgate can be unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors. NOTE: When the engine is running from a Remote Start (if equipped), the vehicle must first be unlocked by pressing the remote transmitter UNLOCK button prior to activating the Power Liftgate otherwise the engine will stop automatically.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. To open the liftgate, depress the liftgate release switch located in the exterior handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. The liftgate will not manually open if the vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap-in cover located on the liftgate trim panel. WARNING! During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path is clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched before driving away.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • The power liftgate must be in the full open position for any of the buttons to operate. If the liftgate is not fully open, press the remote keyless entry transmitter or overhead console button to fully open the liftgate and then press again to close. • The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures below ⫺22° F (⫺30° C) or temperatures above 150° F (65° C).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. • If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode. Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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! 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 using a seat belt properly. • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. Pulling Out Belt and Latchplate 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch 41 plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap. Removing Slack From Belt 3.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A belt 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. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. • A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt can’t do its job as well. In a collision it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight. If you can’t straighten a belt in your vehicle, take it to your dealer and have it fixed. 5.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front and second row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck. Push in on the anchorage release button to release the anchorage, and then move it up or down to the position that serves you best.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When sitting in this seating location, ensure the seatback is fully engaged with the seatback latch by pushing rearward on the center seatback until you hear a click that signals latch engagement. Automatic Locking Mode To convert from the normal emergency locking mode to the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder belt portion and pull all of the webbing out of the retractor.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • If the small (keyed buckle) latch plate and keyed buckle are not properly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able to provide the proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision. • When reattaching the small (keyed buckle) latch plate and keyed buckle, ensure the seat belt webbing is not twisted.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To reattach the seat belt to the third row center seat, pull the small (keyed buckle) latch plate forward from the headliner slots and insert it into the keyed buckle until there is an audible click. Refer to the previous section for the proper seat belt usage.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove any slack from the seat belt system in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision. Pretensioners work for all size occupants, including those in child restraints.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps: NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or START position. DaimlerChrysler does not recommend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert). 1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and buckle the driver’s seat belt.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags 51 the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words SRS/AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers. NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment. The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are no longer functional. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating. • Your vehicle is equipped with window bags, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the window bag.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Here are some simple steps you can follow to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the airbag room to inflate. 1. Children 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat in an appropriate child restraint. 4.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags. • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during airbag deployment could cause serious injury. Airbags need room to inflate.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How the Airbag System Works • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate. The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation from direction provided by the ORC. The ORC will not detect roll over. The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel. When the ORC detects a collision requiring the airbags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags. Different airbag inflation rates may be possible based on collision severity.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The following requirements must be strictly adhered to: • Do not modify the front seat center console or center position seat in any way. • Do not use prior or future model year seat covers not designated for the specific model being repaired. Always use the correct seat cover specified for the vehicle. • Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seat cover. • Do not add a secondary seat cover other than those approved by DaimlerChrysler/Mopar.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal byproduct of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! • • • • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The light flickers or comes on and remains on while driving. NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer or any engine related gauges are not working, the airbag control module may also be disabled. The airbags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly check fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper airbag fuses. See your dealer if the fuse is good.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases, such as those maintained by the US government and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive nature, such as would identify a particular driver, vehicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corporation to any third party except when: 1.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time - babies and children, too. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH child restraint anchorage system. (See the LATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System section.) • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm. 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary. If the seat belt has a automatic locking retractor, it will have a distinctive label.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages have been available for some time. For some older child restraints, many child restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether strap kits or retro-fit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Second Row Seat Right Side 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 67 were provided with the child restraint system.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE anchorages. Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat cover material. Then attach the tether strap to the anchorage located on the back of the seat, being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt The second and third row seats have either cinching latch plates or automatic locking retractors which are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system secured in a rear seating position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the seat could come loose and allow the child to crash into the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, or even be thrown from the vehicle. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Follow the instructions for Child Restraint Tether Anchor in this section.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles of operation. This is a normal part of the break-in and is not an indication of difficulty. SAFETY TIPS Exhaust System WARNING! Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an extremely toxic gas that by itself is colorless and odorless.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Heater Defroster Ducts Inspect the heater defroster ducts for proper operation. Check for proper air flow through all defroster ducts. If there are any question regarding the operation of your heater defroster ducts, have the system checked by an authorized dealer Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lights Check the operation of all exterior lights. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if fuel fumes are detected the cause should be located and corrected.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . .80 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 ▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 ▫ Electric Remote-Control Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . .81 ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ▫ Third Row Seat Bench — If Equipped . . . . . . . 120 ▫ Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 108 ▫ Third Row 60/40 Folding — If Equipped . . . . 122 ▫ Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners . . . . . . . . . . 109 䡵 Driver Memory System — If Equipped . . . . . . . 124 ▫ Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 ▫ Headlight Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 䡵 Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped . . . . . . 142 ▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped . . . . . . . 133 ▫ Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 ▫ Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights . . . . . 133 䡵 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped . . . . . . 143 ▫ Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 ▫ To Activate . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 Overhead Console With Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped . . . . . 151 ▫ Dome/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 ▫ Compass/Temperature Button . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 160 ▫ Programming HomeLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Day/Night Mirror 79 Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward rear of truck). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward windshield).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light in the button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated. This option also controls the driver side mirror when it is equipped with auto dimming glass.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! 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. 81 Electric Remote-Control Mirrors The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver’s door trim panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move. When finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror. WARNING! Mirror Directions Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. The lights will turn on automatically. Closing the mirror cover turns off the light. 83 Heated Mirrors — If Equipped Heated mirrors are automatically activated when you depress the rear window defroster switch located on the instrument panel.
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 The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system and the control buttons that will enable you to access the system. 85 your cellular phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UConnect™ features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details. The UConnect™ system is fully integrated with the vehicle’s audio system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UConnect™ system prompts. You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options. • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for the voice on beep, which follows the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt or another prompt. • For certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying ⬙Setup⬙ and then ⬙Phone Pairing,⬙ the following compound command can be said: ⬙Setup Phone Pairing.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Cancel Command At any prompt, after the voice on beep, you can say ⬙Cancel⬙ and you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu. NOTE: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnect™ system, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth™ enabled cellular phone.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For identification purposes, you will be prompted to give the UConnect™ system a name for your cellular phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name. • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7, 1 being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect™ system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 • System will prompt you to say the name of the person you want call. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Phonebook New Entry.⬙ • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say ⬙John Doe,⬙ where John Doe is a 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 The UConnect™ system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. Edit Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Phonebook Edit.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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. You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say ⬙List Names⬙ to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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. • The UConnect™ system will then prompt you as to number designation you wish to call. • The selected number will be dialed.
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 Call Termination To end a call in progress, momentarily press the ⬘Phone’ button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call. Redial • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Redial.⬙ • 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to (English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect™ system is operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Your phone must be turned on and paired to the UConnect™ system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect™ system. Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance, • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Towing Assistance.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 When calling a number with your UConnect™ system that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can push the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word ⬙Send.⬙ For example, if required to enter your pin number followed with a pound 3 7 4 6 #, you can press the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say ⬙3 7 4 6 # Send.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect™ system (while dialing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures). By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth™ cellular phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Information Service When using AT&T Wireless Service, dialing to phone number ⬙#121,⬙ you can access voice activated automated system to receive news, weather, stocks, traffic, etc. related information. If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth™ connection between a UConnect™ paired cellular phone and the UConnect™ system, then follow the instruction described in your cellular phone user’s manual.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. Delete UConnect™ Paired Cellular Phones • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • At the next prompt, say ⬙Delete⬙ and follow the prompts. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Setup Select Phone⬙ and follow the prompts.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press and hold the ‘Voice Recognition’ button for 5 seconds until the session begins, or • Press the ‘Voice Recognition’ button and say ⬙Setup, Voice Training⬙ command. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the UConnect System. For best results, the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked, engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When navigating through an automated system, such as voice mail, or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string, make sure to say ⬙send.⬙ • Storing names in phonebook when vehicle is not in motion is recommended. • It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the UConnect™ phonebook. • UConnect™ phonebook nametag recognition rate is optimized for the voice of the person who stored the name in the phonebook.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. Your cell phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth ⬙on⬙ mode. 103 Power-Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you must wait at least five (5) seconds prior to using the system.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Primary zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all Voice Commands Alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial edit emergency English erase all Espanol Fancais help home language list names list phones 107 3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing phonebook previous record again redial return to main menu select phone send set up pairing phone book phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call try again voice training work yes SEATS return or main menu select Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment The adjusting lever is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Lift the lever and move the seat to the desired position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 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 any seat only while the vehicle is parked. Manual Seat Adjuster Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners The bucket seats are equipped with recliners.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped The manual lumbar support adjustment lever is located on the right side of the driver seat and on the left side of the passenger’s seat.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To lower the head restraint, depress the release button located at the base of the head restraint and push down on the head restraint. 111 8 - Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped The driver power seat switches are located on the left side of the driver seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls up/down, forward/rearward, and tilt adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4 - Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped The front passenger’s power seat switches are located on the right side of the passenger seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls forward/rearward adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment. NOTE: The 4 - way seat does not have an up/down adjustment. Heated Seats — If Equipped This feature heats the driver, front passenger and second row seats.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 The front heated seat system allows the driver and front passenger to select from two different levels of supplemental electrical seat heating, or no seat heating to suit their individual comfort requirements. With the ignition switch in the RUN position, depressing the heated seat switch rocker to its momentary high or low position provides power to the heated seat element and maintains the requested temperature setting.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE off. Both of the indicators on identifies High heat level. The lower indicator on only, identifies Low heat level. WARNING! NOTE: The high heat setting will operate for approximately 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, the system will automatically transition to the low heat setting. The low heat setting will operate for 30 minutes, then the system will turn off.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Second Row Bucket Seats — Fold and Tumble Second row bucket seats have seatback recliners on both seating positions. Raising the lever allows the seatback to be reclined an additional 11 degrees. 115 3. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat and push the seatback forward. The second row bucket seats can be folded and tumbled forward for easy access to the third seat or rear cargo area.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Pull up on the release handle and lift to tumble the seat fully forward. If the seat contacts the rear of the front seat, move the front seat forward. To fold and tumble the 2nd row seats from the 3rd row, fully raise the lever at the rear of the seat to fold the seatback. Continue lifting the lever to release the floor latches to tumble the seat.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 WARNING! In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched. Second Row 40/20/40 Seat — Fold and Tumble The 40/20/40 seat configuration is standard on all models. This seat is equipped with a unique fold-and-tumble feature. The 40% seatbacks have spring loaded hinges which assist with the folding of the seatbacks.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To fold the 20% seatback, pull the strap forward to release the seatback. Fold the seatback down for use as an armrest or to carry cargo. When returning the seatback to the upright position, push the seatback rearward to latch the seatback. Pull the seatback forward to ensure that it is locked in the upright position. WARNING! The 20% seatback contains the center shoulder belt.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 To Tumble the 40% seat, fully raise the lever on the side of the seat to release the floor latches and tumble the seat. WARNING! 3 Do not drive the vehicle with the outer 40% second row seats in the tumbled position. The outer 40% second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Third Row Seat Bench — If Equipped To Fold The Seats Folding the third seat occurs in two stages: First the cushion is lifted and moved forward from the pockets at the front of the cushion. The cushion will rest onto the floor directly behind the second row seat. Second, the top of the back is folded forward and rests onto the cushion. The back will not fold unless the cushion has been folded forward first.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 3 Seat Cushion Movement Up And Forward Rear Seat Folded CAUTION! When loading cargo into the rear of you vehicle with the 3rd row seat folded flat, be careful not to damage the material on the head restraints.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The seat belt buckles are hinged to fold with the seat back. Third Row 60/40 Folding — If Equipped WARNING! Do not sit in the third row seat unless the cushion and back are properly engaged. Proper engagement can be verified by pushing/pulling on the upright seatback. The seatback will not move unless properly engaged. Do not sit in the 3rd row seat with the second row seatback(s) folded or tumbled.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 3 Third Row Seat 40% Seatback Fold Third Row Seat Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Third Row Seat Folded Forward Third Row Seat Return Pull Strap DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat position, driver’s outside mirror position, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals position, Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) temperature and radio station
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE preset settings. Your Remote Keyless Entry transmitters can also be programmed to recall the same positions when the UNLOCK button is pressed. 125 can accommodate up to two transmitters, each transmitter linked to either of the two memory positions.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Adjust the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) while the ATC is in Auto mode. NOTE: A chime sound may be heard if Setting Memory was inhibited for any reason. 5. Press and release the SET (S) button located on the driver’s door. Memory Position Recall 6. Within 5 seconds, press and release memory button 1 or 2 on the driver’s door.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To recall the memory setting for driver two, press memory button number 2 on the driver’s door or the Unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter linked to memory position 2.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Self-Limiting Control To improve vehicle reliability, the memory system includes a self-limiting control for full travel positioning of power seat and Adjustable Pedal movement (all directions). This self-limiting control may however develop an unintended movement limitation if an obstruction is encountered at sometime during usage. One example of such an occurrence may include a box or package obstructing the full rearward movement of the driver’s seat.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Overhead Console with Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 3 of this manual. 129 Then push the safety latch lever to the left. It is located between the grille and hood opening right of the center. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Ensure hood prop rod is fully seated into clip before closing hood to prevent damage to grille. LIGHTS WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Interior Lights 3 Headlight Switch Dimmer Control Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating wheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to the second upward detent position, or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the key fob.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE and the interior lights are on, rotating the dimmer control all the way down to the OFF detent will cause all the interior lights to go out. This allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicle’s battery. The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be regulated by rotating the dimmer control up (brighter) or down (dimmer).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlight Delay To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for 90 seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition is cycled off while the headlight switch is on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off. The headlights will remain on for 90 seconds. Headlight delay can be cancelled by either turning the headlight switch ON then OFF or by turning the ignition ON.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution followed by rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the lenses. Illuminated Entry Headlights turn on for 90 seconds, when the Remote Keyless Entry UNLOCK button is pressed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped 135 indicator light located in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will turn off when the switch is pressed in, when the headlight switch is rotated to the OFF position, or the high beam is selected. Multifunction Control Lever The multifunction control lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Turn Signals Move the lever up or down to signal a right-hand or left-hand turn.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If a defective bulb or wiring circuit is detected for the turn signal system, the arrow indicators will flash at a faster rate. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down. NOTE: If a turn signal has been left on for at least a mile duration, a continuous chime will sound.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Turn Signal Auto-Mode Tap the multi-function control lever once and the turn signal (left or right) will flash 3 times, and automatically turn off. Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel. This will momentarily allow the high and low beams to energize at the same time. Within one second the headlights will switch to high beams.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wipers Intermittent Wiper System The intermittent feature of this system was designed for use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable. For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range. The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until it enters the LO continual speed position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 WARNING! NOTE: Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or Ice from the windshield. Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with defroster before and during windshield washer use.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers To use the washer, push in on the washer knob on the end of the multifunction control lever and hold while spray is desired. If the washer knob is depressed while in the delay range, the wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer knob is released. It will then resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column, pull rearward on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down, as desired. Push the lever forward to lock the column firmly in place. Tilt Steering Column Lever 141 WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering column, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the vehicle is stopped.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 inches (254 mm) away from the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel. 2. Fasten and adjust the seatbelts. 3. Move the adjustable pedal switch, located to the left of the steering column near the parking brake release, up to move the pedals toward the driver or down to move the pedals away from the driver. 4.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 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 — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device takes over accelerator operation at speeds greater than (refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Push the ON/OFF button to the ON position. In the instrument cluster, the word “CRUISE” illuminates when the system is on. To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press and release the SET button. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal, normal braking, or pressing the CANCEL button will deactivate speed control without erasing the memory.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tapping the ACCEL button once will result in a speed increase (refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine). Each time the button is tapped, speed increases so that tapping the button three times will increase speed by three increments. Tapping the DECEL button once will result in a speed decrease (refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. NOTE: When driving uphill, at elevations above 2,000 feet (610 meters), or when the vehicle is heavily loaded (especially when towing) the vehicle may slow below the SET speed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The manufacturer suggest disabling the Rear Park Assist System when towing a trailer. Refer to Overhead Console with Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC) – If Equipped, Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) in section 3 of this Owner Manual.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The system dimly illuminates the two outer most yellow LEDs when it is ON and detecting no obstacles. The following chart shows the warning display operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 WARNING! CAUTION! • Drivers must be careful when backing up even when • The Rear Park Assist System is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not detected at all. Obstacles located above or below the sensors will not be detected when they are in close proximity.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and debris to keep the system operating properly. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console has the following features: • Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could affect the performance of the system. 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy/Reading Lights Near the front of the console are two courtesy/reading lights. Both lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the courtesy light position (fully upward position), or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter, if so equipped. These lights are also operated individually as reading lights by pressing the recessed area of the corresponding lens.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The dome/reading lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • AVG. MPG – Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will show dashes for two seconds. Then the history information will be erased, and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average reading before the reset. (Example: If your Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays 18 AVG.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE System Status (EVIC Displays) When the appropriate conditions exist, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays the following messages: • LOW WASHER FLUID (with a single chime) • TURN SIGNALS ON (with a continuous warning chime) • LEFT FRONT TURN LAMP OUT • RKE BATTERY LOW (with a single chime) • PERSONAL SETTINGS NOT AVAILABLE – Vehicle Not in Park • LEFT/RIGHT FRONT DOOR AJAR (one or more, with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph) • LE
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK. If the transmission is not in PARK the EVIC will display NOT AVAILABLE and VEHICLE NOT IN PARK. Press and release the menu button until the Personal Settings displays on the EVIC.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “RKE UNLOCK ALL DR 1ST” – When All ALL DR 1ST is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock button. To make your selection, press and release the RESET button until “All DR 1st” appears. • MEM. RECALL WITH RKE > YES – When ON is selected, pressing the unlock button on the RKE will recall the memory settings for the seat, mirror and radio.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • EASY EXIT SEAT > YES – When ON is selected, and the key is removed from the ignition, the driver’s seat will automatically move rearward to allow easy exit. • TILT MIRRORS IN “R” > YES – When On is selected, and the transmission is put in reverse, the outside mirrors will tilt downward.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “COMPASS CALIBRATE > YES” – Press the RESET button to manually calibrate the compass. Refer to Manual Compass Calibration, in this section for additional information. also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360° turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 4. Press and release the RESET button to start the calibration. The message “CAL” will display on the compass temperature screen 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. 3 Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and Geographic North.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Press the menu button until Personal Settings is displayed. push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries are needed. 3. Press the STEP button until “Compass Variance” is displayed. 4. Press and release RESET button until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map. 5. Press and release the compass button to exit.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 WARNING! WARNING! A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by federal safety standards. This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982. Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features it could cause injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features a driver–interactive display which includes HomeLink system messages. The EVIC display is located in the overhead console. do not repeat step one to program a second and/or third hand-held transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink buttons. NOTE: When programming a garage door opener, it is advised to park outside the garage.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button that you want to train and the hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed. The EVIC will display “CHANNEL X TRAINING”, once the transmitter is programmed the EVIC will display “CHANNEL X TRAINED”. X refers to the desired channel being trained (1,2 or 3).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Firmly press and release the ⬙learn⬙ or ⬙smart⬙ button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.) NOTE: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight. 7. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. Using HomeLink To operate, simply press and release the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at: www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. Security Garage Door Opener Operation with Security Alarm (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the Security Alarm feature, the operation of the HomeLink feature will be purposely inhibited if the Security Alarm is ⬙Armed⬙. This prevents HomeLink operation due to un-authorized vehicle entry.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 In the event that you are still having programming difficulties, questions, or comments, call toll free 1–800– 355–3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com for information or assistance. the panel is venting, pressing the “close” end or the rocker switch returns it to the closed position. Both opening and closing operations in the vent mode occur only while the switch is held. HomeLink威 is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls, Inc.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE condition until the switch is pushed forward again. To close fully, hold the switch in the forward position until the glass movement has stopped. The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open as the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window. Sunroof Maintenance Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115V Inverter Outlet – If Equipped This vehicle may also be equipped with a 115 Volt (150 Watts Maximum) outlet on the rear of the front center console. These outlets can power cell phones, electronics and other low power devices. This plug is controlled by a switch located in left lower instrument panel. NOTE: Due to build in overload protection the inverter will shut down if the power rating is exceeded.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery Fed Configuration) CAUTION! 115V Inverter Plug • 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reconfiguring Power Outlets To reconfigure the outlets, be sure the ignition is OFF before removing the fuse. The reconfigurable fuse location is a special design that allows the fuse to be installed in two different ways. If the fuse is located in the ⬙Upper or Top Position⬙ the outlets will work at all times. If the fuse is located in the ⬙Lower or Bottom Position⬙ the power outlets will only work when the ignition is ON.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 • Portable phone storage bin • Portable phone cord routing between lid and base on forward edge • 12 Volt reconfigurable power outlet inside storage compartment 3 • Side open armrest lid • Tissue holder & pen holder • Coin slots • Removable CD bin The coin slots are located under the instrument panel center stack. Cup Holders Your vehicle has 8 cupholders.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Outlet and Portable Phone Storage The console is equipped with a power outlet, portable phone storage bin, and phone cord routing. The phone storage bin can be used when easy access to the phone is needed. Also, the power outlet inside the console compartment can be used to power up the phone while it is being stored in the bin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK 3 Rear Floor Console To access the storage bin, lift up on the console door latch. The load carried on the roof when equipped with a luggage rack must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs.), and should be uniformly distributed over the cargo area. The side rails between the stantions should be used to tie down cargo. Check the straps frequently to be sure that the load remains securely attached.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Crossbars are offered by Mopar威 accessories. External racks do not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the luggage rack, do not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity. CAUTION! To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in personal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack. 3 CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM—IF EQUIPPED The cargo management system consists of a removable cargo liner and removable cargo organizer.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the main cover, pull up on the latch, and attach the cord to the rear seat head restraint post. To open the Cargo divider, lift up on the cargo divider handles, raising the doors to the full open position. Raise the side panels until they engage into the doors.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS CONTENTS 䡵 Instruments And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 ▫ AM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 ▫ FM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 䡵 Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands Free Phone Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ▫ Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 䡵 Sales Code REC — AM/FM/CD (6–Disc) Radio With Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 䡵 Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, And Vehicle Entertainment Systems (VES) Capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 181 ▫ Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels . . . . . . 226 ▫ Manual Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 ▫ Using The PTY (Program Type) Button (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 ▫ Air Conditioning Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 ▫ PTY Button ⬙Scan⬙ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 ▫ PTY Button ⬙Seek⬙ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 ▫ Satellite Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ▫ Front Unit To Rear Unit Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 䡵 Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 ▫ Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 ▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 ▫ Operating Tips Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 ▫ Rear Window Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 183 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 4
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Fuel Gage The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. Temperature Gage The temperature gage indicates engine coolant temperature. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the cooling system is operating satisfactorily. The gage needle in V6 and V8 engines will likely indicate a high temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, in heavy traffic, or when towing a trailer.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS left/right turn signal is left on with the engine RPM vehicle speed greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) for more than one mile. 7. Fog Light Indicator This light shows when the fog lights are ON. 4. Low Fuel Warning Light This indicator lights when the fuel gauge reads 1/8 of a tank or less. 8. Coolant Temperature Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition. For a bulb check, this light will come on momentarily when the ignition is turned On.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 187 CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature light is on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle in neutral with the air conditioner turned off until the light turns off. If the if the light remains on, turn the engine off immediately, and call for service. A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 11. Security Light This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set. The security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on. illuminates and the ABS is switched off. When the voltage is above this value again, the malfunction indicator light should go out and the ABS is operational.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 15. Gear Selector The electronic gear selector display is self-contained within the instrument cluster. It displays the position of the automatic transmission shift lever, and the relation of each position to all other positions. For a good signal the display will place a box around the selected transmission range (PRND21). If the PRNDL displays only the characters PRND21 (no boxes) have the system checked by an authorized dealer. 16.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the service so that the correct mileage can be determined. 18. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light The yellow ESP indicator light in the speedometer area illuminates with the key in the ignition switch turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with the engine running. The ⬙ESP/TCS Indicator Light⬙ starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes active.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 191 on for 15 seconds as a bulb check. If the light does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. If the parking brake is applied, the light will flash when the gear position is out of park for automatic transmissions. 21. BRAKE System Warning Light The red “BRAKE” warning light will come on when the ignition key is first turned on, and stay on briefly as a bulb check.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible. NOTE: • ⬙The ⬙ESP/TCS Indicator Light⬙ and the ⬙ESP/ BAS Warning Lamp⬙ come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is actively operating. 23. Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system which monitors the emissions and engine control system.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 24. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light 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. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 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.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 29. TOW/HAUL The TOW/HAUL button is located at the end of the gear shift lever. This light will illuminate when the TOW/ HAUL button has been selected. 30. 4LOW Indicator Indicates transfer case is in 4LOW position. 31. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press this button to toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer display. Holding the button in resets the trip odometer reading. ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK The clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait approximately 5 seconds. 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.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 197 FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency variations, interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear, which is the major feature of FM radio. NOTE: The radio, steering wheel radio controls (if equipped), and 6 disc CD/DVD changer (if equipped) will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. 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.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in either, AM, FM, or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. To stop the search, press SCAN a second time.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. 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. Press the rotary TUNE control a second time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Mid Range tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREB will display.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into push-button memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS • If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF, the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player. SCAN Button (CD Mode) Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. To stop the scan function, press the button a second time. • This radio does not play discs with MP3 tracks. EJECT Button (CD Mode) Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. The unit will switch to the last selected mode.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 203 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.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS MUTE Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers. ⬙MUTE⬙ will display. Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume control or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers. SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. PSCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 205 Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio — If Equipped Refer to the “Satellite Radio” section of the Owner’s Manual. SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, AND VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS (VES) CAPABILITIES 4 NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. 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.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. To stop the search, press SCAN a second time. MSG or INFO Button (Radio Mode) Press the MSG or INFO button for an RBDS station (one with call letters displayed).
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. 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. Press the rotary TUNE control a second time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Mid Range tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE will display.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types: Program Type No program type or undefined Adult Hits Alert Alert Classical Classic Rock College Country Emergency Test Foreign Language Information Jazz News 16 Digit-Character Display None Adult_Hits Alert Alert Classical Classic_Rock College Country Emergency Test Foreign_Language Information Jazz News Nostalgia Oldies Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock Soft Soft Rock Soft Rhyt
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. SET/DIR 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/DIR button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS NOTE: Note: This Radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact discs (CD-RW) compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks. Inserting Compact Disc(s) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS will return. Rotating the volume control, turning the radio ON/OFF, or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers. Radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ when the disc is loading, and “READING DISC” when the radio is reading the disc. SCAN Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS radio, the radio will remain in CD mode and display ⬙INSERT DISC” for 10 seconds. If no discs are inserted within 10 seconds “NO DISCS LOADED” will be displayed. On some vehicles a disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. TIME Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited. When writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restrictions. Supported Media (Disc Types) The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW. Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 extension as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file. When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files. Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 Audio Play) Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following: SEEK Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next MP3 File. Pressing the left side of the SEEK button plays the beginning of the MP3 file.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS LOAD / EJECT - Eject Press the LOAD/ EJECT 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. If the CD is not removed, the radio will continue to play the non-removed CD.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Switches back to Radio mode. RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing this button plays files randomly. SET/DIR Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press the SET/DIR Button to display folders, when playing an MP3 discs that have a file/folder structure. Turn the TUNE control to display available folders or move through available folders. Press the TUNE control to select a folder.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS SALES CODE REC — AM/FM/CD (6–DISC) RADIO WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM 219 menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destinations and routes, AM/FM stereo radio and six-disc CD changer with MP3 capability. Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a DVD that is loaded into the unit. One map DVD covers all of North America. Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for detailed operating instructions.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS the worldwide standard for time. This makes the system’s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone and daylight savings information is set. 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. 2. To show the GPS clock, select “Displayed Clock: GPS Clock” and press ENTER. 3. To adjust the time zone, Select “Time Zone” and press ENTER.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 221 3. To decrease the clock by one hour, use the Select Encoder to highlight the “-” sign. Press ENTER. Press ENTER again to decrease the clock by another hour. 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. 2.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 1. When you are at an audio screen, quickly press the TIME button on the navigation faceplate. 2. In this example the large clock appears on the screen. 4. To toggle back to the large clock, simply press TIME. 3. To switch the clock to the small clock, quickly press TIME again.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 223 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 headliner behind the front row seat. Refer to your VES™ User’s Manual for detailed operating instructions.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system. To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: ESN/SID Access With REF Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF, press the CD Eject and Time buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. The first four digits of the twelve-digit ESN/SID number will display.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK Radios Selecting Satellite Mode — REF Radio Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word ⬙SAT⬙ appears in the display. A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode. Selecting Satellite Mode — RAQ and RAK Radio Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word ⬙SAT⬙ appears in the display. These radios will also display the current station name and program type.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 12 AM and 12 FM pre-set stations, you may also commit 12 satellite stations to push button memory. These satellite channel pre-set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre-set memory stations. Follow the memory pre-set procedures that apply to your radio. Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if equipped) Follow the PTY button instructions that apply to your radio.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 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. • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception. • Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the switch will decrease the volume. The button located in the center of the right hand control will switch modes to Radio or CD. The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center. The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the compact discs in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. 3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratching the disc. 4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners, or antistatic sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Control Air Conditioning Operation To turn the air conditioning On or Off perform the following steps: • Position the mode control button to the desired airflow setting. • Set the front blower control to any desired speed. • Press the Snowflake (A/C) button which is located to the right of the temperature control slide. An indicator light on the Snowflake (A/C) button shows that the air conditioning is On.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS engine speed or power may be noticed when the compressor cycles. This is a normal occurrence since the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and improve fuel economy. 231 Front Mode Control The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution. Front Blower Control The Front Blower controls the amount of air delivered to the passenger compartment. There are four blower speeds.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Recirculation Mode (Panel or Bi-Level) Select either the Panel or Bi-Level mode positions when the outside air contains smoke, odors, high humidity, or if rapid cooling of the interior is desired. This feature allows for recirculation of interior air only, when either of these positions are selected. Air flows through the panel outlets or panel and floor outlets in these modes. Panel Outside air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 233 NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if the A/C button has not been pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. Temperature Control The temperature of the air is controlled by a slide located on the top center of the control panel. Move the slide left or right to change the temperature.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Rear Temperature Control — If Equipped Rotating this knob left to the “REAR CONTROL” position allows the passengers in the second and third row seats to control the blower speed and temperature by means of the rear control located in the rear of the center floor console as described under “Rear Zone Control.” Rotating this knob to the “OFF” position, turns off the rear climate controls.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 235 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped The control can be turned on by pressing the POWER knob. When the control is turned on, it will be in the last mode prior to being turned off. Pressing the POWER knob again will turn off the control. The control can also be turned on by pressing any button and it will display the corresponding operation mode for that button.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS located in the overhead console to measure the temperature of the driver and passengers. Based on the sensor input, the system will automatically ocntrol comfort by varying the temperature, fan speed, and mode. This maintains a comfortable temperature, even under changing conditions. It is important that objects are not blocking the infrared sensor. It is also important that objects are not used that may scratch or damage it in any way.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Manual Control (ATC) You also may choose to customize your comfort by selecting the fan speed and mode manually. Turning the fan speed knob or any mode button places the system into manual operation. While in manual operation there are six fan speeds available and the choice of any mode. The airflow temperature is adjusted automatically to maintain the desired comfort level. You can adjust the temperature by pressing the + or - TEMP rocker switches.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Manual control of Recirculation is possible only in Panel, Floor, and Bi-Level modes. It will not operate in Mix, or Defrost modes. The recirculation symbol will flash three times indicating recirculation is not available in these modes. NOTE: If the interior of the windows begin to fog, press the recirculate button to return to outside air. Some conditions will cause captured interior air to fog windows when in recirculate mode.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS the A/C snowflake button has not been pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. Rear Temperature Control (ATC) The “REAR” button cycles through the following modes: Rear Control from Front This allows the driver or passenger to control the rear blower speeds rotating the POWER / FAN knob and the rear temperature using the pass/rear TEMP +/- rocker switch. While in this mode, pressing the POWER/FAN knob will turn the rear system off.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS REAR AUTO This mode places the rear system in automatic temperature control. Rear temperature can be set as desired (72 recommended for average person) and will be displayed digitally on the front control when in rear mode. Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window Washer/Wiper See the “Rear Window Features” section of this book.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Headliner air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. Moving the air vane knobs on the outlets to one side will shut off the airflow. 241 heating system is always controlled by the front control unit. Fan and temperature can be controlled from the front control unit or the rear control unit.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, rotate the temperature control knob to the right or left. The blue area indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures. NOTE: For best operation, make sure that ventilation grilles located in the rear storage area are not obstructed by stowed articles.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS and adjust the temperature control and blower speed as necessary to maintain comfort. For high humidity conditions it may be necessary to remain in the Recirculation mode to maintain comfort. 243 Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works very well) will help prevent contaminates (cigarette smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows. Contaminates increase the rate of window fogging.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Operating Tips Chart
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 245 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/Washer 4 A rotating switch located on the climate control panel turns the rear wiper On or Off. Pressing the rotating switch inward activates the rear window washer. Rotating the switch will enable one of five intermittent delay times for the rear wiper. The delay times range from 20 to 1 second.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned off, the wiper will automatically return to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is restarted, the wiper will resume operation. Rear Window Defrosting A push-button type switch is located in the climate control panel. Press the switch and the rear window defroster and electric remote control heated mirrors (if equipped) will turn On.
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 ▫ Shifting Procedure - NV 144 Transfer Case . . . 262 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 ▫ NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 䡵 Engine Block Heater – If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 253 䡵 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 䡵 Tires — General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 ▫ ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 ▫ Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 ▫ BAS (Brake Assist System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 ▫ TCS (Traction Control System) . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 ▫ Radial-Ply Tires . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 䡵 Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 䡵 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 䡵 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 ▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 䡵 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 ▫ Towing Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 ▫ Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 ▫ Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 ▫ Curb Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 䡵 Snowplow .
STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. WARNING! Be sure to turn off the engine if you want to rest or sleep in your car. Accidents can be caused by inadvertently moving the gear selection lever or by pressing the accelerator pedal. This may cause excessive heat in the exhaust system, resulting in overheating and vehicle fire which may cause serious or fatal injuries.
STARTING AND OPERATING ’Start’ position until the vehicle starts, but can release the key (still in the ignition) and the vehicle will continue through the start cycle. • Turn the ignition key to the START position, until the start motor engages. • Release the key (still in the ignition) and the starter will continue through the start cycle until the vehicle starts or for 5 seconds (whichever comes first).
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! 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. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly.
STARTING AND OPERATING The 3.7L/4.7L engine block heater cord is located at the front of the engine compartment near the radiator cap. The 5.7L engine block heater cord is located on the left side of the engine compartment and rearward of the power distribution center. WARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord could cause electrocution.
STARTING AND OPERATING “P” Park Supplements parking brake by locking the transmission. Engine can be started in this range. Never use Park while vehicle is in motion. Apply parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range. Always apply parking brake first, then place selector in Park position. 255 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.
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. “R” Reverse Use this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
STARTING AND OPERATING “1” First For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at low speeds 25 mph (40 km/h) or less when going down hill. To prevent excessive engine speed do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h) in this range. Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an electronically controlled fourth and fifth (if equipped) speed (Overdrive).
STARTING AND OPERATING The transmission will downshift from Overdrive to Drive if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). When To Use “TOW/HAUL” Mode performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in “TOW/HAUL” mode, 5th gear (if equipped) is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shift patterns are modified.
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 light throttle. It engages at higher speeds under heavier acceleration. This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in high gear. When the vehicle speed drops below a calibrated speed, or during acceleration, the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages. The feature is operational in Overdrive and in Drive. the fluid partially draining from the torque converter into the transmission.
STARTING AND OPERATING When additional traction is required, the transfer case 4WD LOCK position can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to the 4WD LOCK position - see Shifting Procedure section for specific shifting instructions. The 4WD LOCK position is designed for loose, slippery road surfaces only.
STARTING AND OPERATING shift to take place. Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case. Proper operation of four-wheel-drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case. Because four-wheel-drive provides improved traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit.
STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure - NV 144 Transfer Case NOTE: Delayed shifting out of 4WD LOCK may be experienced due to uneven tire wear, low tire pressure, or excessive vehicle loading. NOTE: If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case will not shift. The indicator light will flash and the current transfer case position will be maintained.
STARTING AND OPERATING If the key is not ON then the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing. NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions The NV 244 Generation II is an electric shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch, which is located on the instrument panel.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The transfer case Neutral (N) position is to be used for recreational towing only. See Recreational Towing section for specific procedures on shifting into and out of Neutral (N). Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights Transfer case position indicator lights are located on the instrument cluster.
STARTING AND OPERATING 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 40 km/h (25 mph). Proper operation of four-wheel-drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case. Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit.
STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the following information: 4WD Normal Four-Wheel-Drive High Range - Employs interaxle differential. Allows front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds. All road surfaces. 4WD LOCK Four-Wheel-Drive Lock (4WD LOCK)- Locks the transfer case inter-axle differential. Forces front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose, slippery road surfaces only.
STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case 267 wheels to complete the shift. There may be a delay up to 13 seconds for the shift to complete after the wheels have stopped spinning. NOTE: Delayed shifting out of the 4WD LOCK position may be experienced due to uneven tire wear, low tire pressure, or excessive loading. NOTE: When shifting into or out of 4WD LOW some gear noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not detrimental to the vehicle or occupants.
STARTING AND OPERATING 3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position. 4. After the position indicator light has stopped flashing, shift the transmission back into gear. Alternate Procedure 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. 2. With the key ON and the engine either OFF or RUNNING, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 3. Rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position. 4.
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. Keep tires properly inflated. 5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the car in front to avoid a collision in a sudden stop. PARKING BRAKE The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the parking brake, pull the parking brake release handle.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The instrument cluster brake warning light indicates only that the parking brake is applied. You must be sure the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle. When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake should be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost for any reason, (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort required to brake the vehicle will be significantly increased over that required with the power system operating. surfaces. 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode. Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation. Continuous, steady brake pedal pressure results in optimal braking power while maintaining the ability to steer the vehicle. In the case of an emergency brake maneuver, keep continuous full pressure on the brake pedal.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
STARTING AND OPERATING If for some reason, the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these conditions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers. Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that includes ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System), BAS (Brake Assist System), TCS (Traction Control System), ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation), ESP (Electronic Stability Program) and TSC (Trailer Sway Control). All six systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions, and are commonly referred to as ESP.
STARTING AND OPERATING BAS (Brake Assist System) applies optimum pressure to the brakes in emergency braking conditions. This can help reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the antilock brake system (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of the system, you must apply continuous braking pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The BAS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
STARTING AND OPERATING ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation) This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift, it applies the appropriate brake and may reduce engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur.
STARTING AND OPERATING ESP (Electronic Stability Program) This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP corrects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over/under steer condition. Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded. • ESP 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 conditions and more wheel spin than ESP would normally allow is required to gain traction. TSC (Trailer Sway Control) is not available when the system is in the ⬙Partial Off⬙ mode. To turn ESP on again, momentarily depress the “ESP-Control OFF” Control Switch. This will restore the normal “ON” mode of operation. ESP always operates under braking, even with the switch in the OFF-position.
STARTING AND OPERATING with off road driving but ESP function returns to provide the stability feature at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h). The ABS is in a special Off-Road mode that allows wheels to lock at lower speeds if gravel is detected to shorten stopping distances. NOTE: When the vehicle is in 4WD LOW, a feature of the ESP system remains active whether the ESP is on or off. This feature functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across an axle.
STARTING AND OPERATING several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. NOTE: • The “ESP Indicator Light” and the “ESP/BAS Warning Lamp” come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESP System will be ON even if it was turned off previously. • The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active.
STARTING AND OPERATING ROCKING THE VEHICLE If vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the gear selector rhythmically between FIRST and REVERSE, while applying slight pressure to the accelerator. TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine is most effective.
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 • European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter ⬙P⬙ is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • Temporary Spare tires are high-pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only. Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation.
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 287 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 Tire Loading and Tire Pressure 289 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 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear and spare tires. 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 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 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. 293 1. Safety— WARNING! • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents. • Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure. • Over inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock.
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. maximum loaded vehicle condition. These pressure conditions will be found in the “Supplemental Tire Pressure Information” section of this manual. 3.
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated. Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with temperature changes. CAUTION! Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or conditions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important. Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle loading may be required for high-speed vehicle operation.
STARTING AND OPERATING Radial-Ply Tires WARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly. The instability could cause an accident. Always use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in case of trucks with dual rear wheels). Never combine them with other types of tires. 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 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. Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel on the vehicle at any given time. CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the compact spare installed. Damage to the vehicle may result.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! The limited use spare tires are for emergency use only. Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than 60 mph (100 km/h). Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on either your tire placard or limited use spare tire and wheel assembly. Replace (or repair) the original tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point.
STARTING AND OPERATING 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. Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline. Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics.
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 Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-ofbalance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear. SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION – IF EQUIPPED A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passengers {150 lbs (68 kg) each} plus 200 lbs (91kg) of cargo. Cold tire inflation pressures for a lightly loaded vehicle will be found on the face of the driver’s door.
STARTING AND OPERATING These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, including link and cable (radial) chains. Tire chain use is permitted only on the rear tires of your truck. NOTE: The use of class “S” chains is permitted on your vehicle with P245/70R17 tires. CAUTION! Do not use tire chains on 4x4 trucks equipped with tires other than P245/70R17 tires. There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body damage to your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear patterns. These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires.
STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) — IF EQUIPPED The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure (the placard is located on the drivers side B-pillar). The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease.
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 your tires regularly and to maintain the proper pressure.
STARTING AND OPERATING 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. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. NOTE: A non-matching or compact spare wheel and tire assembly does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor; therefore, it will not be monitored by the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the wheel rim sensor. NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure.
STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS All engines (except 5.7L engines) are designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded “regular” gasoline having an octane rating of 87. The routine use of premium gasoline is not recommended. Under normal conditions the use of premium fuel will not provide a benefit over high quality regular gasolines and in some circumstances may result in poorer performance. The 5.
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. We strongly support the use of reformulated gasolines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will provide excellent performance and durability for the engine and fuel system components.
STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasolines blended with MMT provide no performance advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number without MMT. Gasolines blended with MMT reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance. We recommend that gasolines free of MMT be used in your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance, damage the emission control system. • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to overheat.
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 315 CAUTION! WARNING! A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regulations and will cause the malfunction indicator light to turn on. CAUTION! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged. A loose fuel filler cap message will be displayed in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until a ⬙clicking⬙ sound is heard.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Never add fuel when the engine is running. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel cap is removed or the tank filled. FLEXIBLE FUEL E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel vehicles only. These vehicles can be identified by the unique fuel filler door label that states Ethanol (E-85) or Unleaded Gasoline Only. This section only covers those subjects that are unique to these vehicles.
STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Requirements Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of these two. NOTE: When the ambient temperature is above 90°F, you may experience hard starting and rough idle following start up even if the above recommendations are followed. For best results, a refueling pattern that alternates between E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be avoided.
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 Cruising Range Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel consumption. You can expect your MPG and your driving range to decrease by about 30% compared to gasoline operation. Maintenance If you operate the vehicle using E-85 fuel, follow Schedule B in the maintenance schedule section of this manual. Replacement Parts Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are designed to be compatible with ethanol.
STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door. This label contains the month and year of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). A Month-Day-Hour (MDH) number is included on this label and shows the Month, Day, and Hour of manufacture.
STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded. Each axle GAWR is determined by the component in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires, or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension components sometimes specified by purchasers for increased durability do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR.
STARTING AND OPERATING then be determined separately to be sure that the load is properly distributed over front and rear axle. Weighing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the specified weight limitations are met. Store heavier items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally.
STARTING AND OPERATING after the vehicle has been weighed both in its ⴖcurb weightⴖ condition, and in its ⴖloaded and ready for operationⴖ condition. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 6500 LBS. 323 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 Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The gross trailer weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the trailer in its ⬙loaded and ready for operation⬙ condition. The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale.
STARTING AND OPERATING Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer. TSC (Trailer Sway Control) – If Equipped • Trailer Sway Control – Electronic TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize a swaying trailer and will take the appropriate actions to attempt to stop the sway. The system will reduce engine power and apply individual brakes that will counter act the sway of the trailer. TSC will become active automatically once the swaying trailer is recognized.
STARTING AND OPERATING used in accordance with the manufacturers’ directions, it provides for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. The addition of a friction / hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 5 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed. Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling king pin.
STARTING AND OPERATING Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup truck. The coupling arm connects to the hitch mounted over the rear axle in the truck bed. Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the standard equipment.
STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) 329 Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing. • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.
STARTING AND OPERATING • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard in the Tire Safety Information Section of this manual.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control. You could lose control of your vehicle and have an accident. • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your vehicle or trailer.
STARTING AND OPERATING 2. GTW 3. GAWR 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). Towing Requirements — Tires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer.
STARTING AND OPERATING actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required. − Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. 7- Pin Connector Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic.
STARTING AND OPERATING If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage. Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The “D” range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “TOW HAUL” feature should be selected.
STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips — Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission overheating, take the following actions: − City Driving When stopped for short periods of time, put transmission in neutral and increase engine idle speed. − Highway Driving Reduce speed. − Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. − refer to Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more information.
STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Using this vehicle for snowplow applications can cause damage to the vehicle. WARNING! Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely affect performance of the airbag system in an accident. Do not expect that the airbag will perform as described earlier in this manual 337 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Recreational Towing 2WD Models Recreational towing of 2WD models is not allowable.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case Neutral (N) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move despite the transmission position. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Shut engine OFF. 3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine. 339 11. Repeat steps 9 and 10 with the transmission in Drive (D). 12. Turn ignition key to the unlocked OFF position. 4. Depress brake pedal. 13. Shift automatic transmission into Park (P). 5. Shift automatic transmission to Neutral (N). 14. Attach vehicle to tow vehicle with tow bar. 6.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The ignition key must be ON for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the key is not ON, the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing. 3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine. 4. Depress brake pedal. 5. Shift automatic transmission to Neutral (N).
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Items 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) selection button, and must continue to be met until 1 second elapses and the shift has been completed. If any of these requirements are not met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) button or are no longer met during the 1 second time, then all of the position indicator lights will flash continuously until all requirements are met or until the Neutral (N) button is released.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 䡵 Jump Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 䡵 Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 355 ▫ Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 䡵 Jacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is on the top of the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. Press the flasher switch and all front and rear directional signals will flash intermittently. Press the switch a second time to turn off the emergency flashers. This is an emergency warning system and should not be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift. • The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING INSTRUCTIONS Removing The Spare Tire The spare tire on your vehicle is located underneath the vehicle in the rear. 1. Remove the rubber plug from the floor in the cargo area. 2. Engage the jack wrench extension to the spare tire winch through the hole in the floor. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack the truck. 3. Turn the wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES It is recommended that you stow the flat or spare to avoid tangling the loose cable. 347 Tire Changing Procedure WARNING! CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. For example, if the right front wheel is being changed, block the left rear wheel. Preparations Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. Set the parking brake and place the gear selector in PARK (automatic transmission). On Four Wheel Drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to the “4L” position.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. When changing a front wheel, place the jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. Locate the jack as far forward as possible on the straight part of the frame (prior to inboard transition. Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench - the tube extension, may be used but is not required. 349 When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. Rear Right Jacking Location Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. 4.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your dealer or at a service station. WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle. Always stow the jack, tools and the extra tire and wheel in the places provided. 7. Remove wheel blocks. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel center caps on the spare wheel. This may result in cap damage. 351 8. Lower the jack to its fully closed position.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised. • • • • • • Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking. Never start the engine with the vehicle on a jack. Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the contaminated area immediately with large quantities of water. • A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away from the vent holes.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery. WARNING! Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result. 5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 355 WARNING! 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; Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. 3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle. EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow hooks.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage your vehicle. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use of safety chains is recommended. Attach towing device to main structural members of the vehicle — not to bumpers or associated brackets.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment 3.7L V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 䡵 Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 䡵 Engine Compartment 4.7L V-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 ▫ Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367 䡵 Engine Compartment 5.7L HEMI V-8 . . . . . . . . . 362 ▫ Engine Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 ▫ Axles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 ▫ Power Steering — Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 ▫ Selection Of Lubricating Grease . . . . . . . . . . . 392 ▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393 ▫ Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 ▫ License Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413 䡵 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . 418 ▫ Center High-Mounted Stoplight . . . . . . . . . . . 414 ▫ Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418 ▫ Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415 ▫ Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419 䡵 Fluids And Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.
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 cap until a ⬙clicking⬙ sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off. If the problem persists, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen: a. The MIL light will blink for approximately 5 seconds and then remain on until the first engine crank or the key is turned off. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station. b.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE Your dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner. Service manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourself. NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance. These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected. Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your style of driving affect the interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the following to determine if ANY apply to you: • 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 (16.2 km). • More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Dusty Conditions Driving through dust-laden air increases the problems of keeping abrasive materials out of the engine. Under these conditions, special attention should be given to the engine air cleaner and the crankcase inlet air cleaner. The crankcase ventilation system should also be checked periodically. Make sure that these units are always clean. This will tend to reduce to a minimum the amount of abrasive material that may enter the engine.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number should not be used. Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recommended oil quality requirements are met, and the recommended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Drive Belts — Check Condition and Tension Belt tension is controlled by means of an automatic tensioner. No belt tension adjustments are required. However, belt and belt tensioner condition should be inspected at the specified intervals, and replaced if required. See your authorized dealer for service. At the mileage indicated in the maintenance schedule, all belts and tensioner should be checked for condition. Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at the intervals shown on Schedule “A”. If, however, you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or severe conditions, the filter element should be inspected periodically and replaced if necessary at the intervals shown on Schedule “B”. WARNING! The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic converter will not require maintenance. However, it is important to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate severe and abnormal catalyst overheating.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 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 include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. However, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. Power Steering — Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints All four wheel drive models are equipped with four constant velocity joints. Periodic lubrication of these joints is not required. However, the joint boot should be inspected for external leakage or damage periodically. If external leakage or damage is evident, the joint boot and grease should be replaced immediately. Continued operation could result in failure of the joint due to water and dirt contamination of the grease.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. Windshield Washers The fluid reservoir should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Always fill the reservoir with windshield washer fluid (not radiator antifreeze).
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 Cooling System WARNING! 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. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator is hot. Engine Coolant Checks Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 manufacturers recommended coolant, refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct coolant type.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 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 When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points To Remember NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions. Emission Related Components Fuel System Hoses And Vapor/Vacuum Harnesses When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance, inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Proper operation of the crankcase ventilation system requires that the PCV valve be free of sticking or plugging because of deposits. Deposits can accumulate in the PCV valve and passage with increasing mileage. Have the PCV valve, hoses, and passages checked for proper operation at the intervals specified.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! Use of brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point, or is unidentified, as to specifications may result in sudden brake failure during hard prolonged braking. You could have an accident. Do not allow a petroleum-base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Seal damage may result. WARNING! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching on fire.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure. You could have an accident. If you see any sign of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake hoses replaced immediately. Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal operating temperature 180°F (82°C). This occurs after at least 15 miles (24 km) of driving. At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE a minimum of two (2) minutes for the oil to fully drain into the transmission before rechecking the fluid level. NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature, the fluid level should be between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick with the fluid at approximately 70°F ( 21°C) (room temperature).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturers recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturers recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. Special Additives The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addition of any additives to the transmission.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Axles Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. The manufacturer does not recommend regularly scheduled oil changes for axles in vehicles whose operation is classified as normal truck service. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and possible failure of differential components.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 be used for chassis lubrication. Use only those greases that have the NLGI symbol on the container along with the proper quality level for your application. What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use Mopar威 auto polish to remove road film and stains and to polish your vehicle. Take care never to scratch the paint. • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels and liftgate be kept clear and open. • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish. • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 • Use Mopar威 touch up paint on scratches as soon as possible. Your dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. • Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean, dry towel. Wheel and Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove heavy soil, use Mopar威 Wheel Cleaner or select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Mopar威 Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery. WARNING! Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar威 Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows equipped with electric defrosters or windshields equipped with a windshield wiper de-icer. 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSE BLOCK CAUTION! 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. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it suggests a problem in the circuit that must be corrected. NOTE: If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for longer than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Mini Fuse/Color F1 15 Amp Blue F2 10 Amp Red F3 F4 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red Description Instrument Cluster Battery Feed Spare Ignition Run/ Start for Next Generation Controller (NGC), Integrated Power Module (IPM), AC Relay and Fuel Pump Relay Door Node and Non-Memory Power Mirror Switch Battery Feed F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 Airbags (2 Fuses in Yellow Holder) Ignition Run/ 2 Amp Clear Start Unlock Radio Battery 25 Amp Natural Feed Ignition Run/ Start for 10 Amp Re
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE F11 10 Amp Red F12 20 Amp Yellow F13 10 Amp Red F14 10 Amp Red F15 15 Amp Blue F16 20 Amp Yellow Heated Mirrors Cluster Battery Feed Ignition Run HVAC Module/ Heated Rear Glass (EBL) Relay ABS Module Ignition Run Battery Feed Blue Tooth, Compass/Trip Computer (CMTC), Sentry Key Diagnostics Reconfigurable Power Outlets F17 F18 F19 F20 F21 401 Ignition Run / Rear Park Assist 20 Amp Yellow / Second Row Heated Seats Cigar Lighter 20 Amp Yellow Ignition 10 Amp Red Spare
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fuses (Power Distribution Center) stamped on the inside cover otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart. These fuses and relays can be obtained from your dealer. Cavity 1 2 3 Power Distribution Center Your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distribution center located in the left side of the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses and relays.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Cartridge Fuse / Relay 40 Amp Green 40 Amp Green Spare 30 Amp Pink 40 Amp Green 40 Amp Green 30 Amp Pink 40 Amp Green Mini Fuse Description Cavity Blower Motor Relay Feed JB Feed Acc Delay 16 ASD 17 18 Power Liftgate ( If Equipped) JB Feed / Heated Rear Glass (EBL)/ T Case Brake JB Feed RR 15 19 20 21 22 ESP Pump Cartridge Fuse / Relay 50 Amp Red Mini Fuse 403 Description JB Feed 10 Amp Red Spare 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 25 Amp Clear
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse / Relay 23 20 Amp Yellow 15 Amp Blue 15 Amp Blue Spare 20 Amp Yellow Spare 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Mini Fuse Relay Relay Spare Relay Trailer Tow 33 Cartridge Fuse / Relay Relay A/C Clutch 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Relay Relay Spare Relay Spare Relay Relay Description Stop Lamp Switch Run/Start Relay Feed Run Start Run Remote Starter Cavity Mini Fuse Description Electronic Automatic Transaxle (EATX) AC Clutch Fuel Pump Rly Stop Lamp Switch
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fuses (Integrated Power Module) Integrated Power Module An integrated Power Module is located in the left side of the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses and relays. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover 405 otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Cartridge Fuse / Mini Fuse Relay Relay Description Radiator Fan Hi Rly 20 Amp Yel- Front Control Module low (FCM) Batt #4 20 Amp Yel- Front Control Module low (FCM) Batt #2 20 Amp Yel- Adjustable Pedal low 20 Amp Yel- Ft Fog Lamps low 20 Amp Yel- Horn low 20 Amp Yel- Rear Wiper low 20 Amp Yel- Front Control Module low (FCM) Batt #1 20 Amp Yel- Lt Trailer-Tow Stop/ low Turn Cavity Cartridge Fuse / Mini Fuse Relay 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 2
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we recommend that you take the following steps to minimize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: • Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I.O.D.) fuse located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). The I.O.D. cavity includes a snap-in retainer that allows the fuse to be disconnected, without removing it from the fuse block.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal 1. Remove the two bolts attaching the headlight to the upper fender reinforcement (hood must be open to access bolts). 2. Remove one nut that attaches the headlight to the inner fender panel. Access to the nut is possible by opening the fender panel access door which is located in the wheel liner. 3. Grasp the headlight and pull firmly to disengage the headlight from the fender panel.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. While firmly holding the headlight in your hands disconnect all connectors by following the procedure described in step number 5 below. 409 Rear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals And Backup Lights — Replacement 1. Remove the two push-pins from the tail light housing. 5. Remove the bulb connector from the headlight making sure to pull and release the red tab on all connectors.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the light to the outboard side of the vehicle and remove.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Unlock and remove electrical connector. 411 4. Remove the three screws holding the bulb strip to the back of the tail lamp.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Remove the bulb strip from the tail light lens. 6. Remove bulbs from bulb strip by pulling the bulb straight out.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 License Lights 1. Remove the two screws securing the lens to the liftgate.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Center High-Mounted Stoplight 1. Remove two screws securing stoplight housing assembly to the liftgate. 3. Pull bulb from socket.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Turn socket 1/4 counterclockwise and free from housing. 3. Pull bulb straight from socket to remove.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To replace the left foglamp bulb: 5. Remove the bulb from the socket and replace. 1. Remove the three wheel liner screws The right foglamp can be accessed from below the vehicle. Follow the previous steps 4 and 5 of the left foglamp to replace the bulb. 2. Remove the remove the far left air dam screw at the bottom of the fascia. 3. Peel back the liner and access the foglamp 4.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric 3.7L/4.7L, 87 Octane 5.7L, 89 Octane 27 Gal. 27 Gal 102L 102L 3.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 4.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 5.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified Cooling System (includes 2.1 Qts./2L for coolant bottle 3.7L without Rear Heat (Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 3.7L with Rear Heat (Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 4.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant 3.7/4.7L Engine Oil 5.7L Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs Fuel Selection 3.7L/4.7L Fuel Selection 5.7L Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use SAE 5W-20, API Certified, meeting material standard MS-6395 or equivalent.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Transfer Case Front Axle Rear Axle Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Mopar威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. SAE 75W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent. SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent. Mopar威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS M A I N T E N A N C E 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 422 ▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425 䡵 Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 422 ▫ Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M A I N T E N A N C E 422 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type on the following pages 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 S reliability.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Off-road or desert operation. • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. 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” of the ⬙Maintenance Schedules⬙ section of this manual.
M 424 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. Once a Month • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
SCHEDULE “B” At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the brake hoses. • Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspension components. • Check the automatic transmission fluid level. • Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps. 425 M Schedule “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. • Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C). • Stop and go driving. • Extensive engine idling.
M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 426 SCHEDULE “B” • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. 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” of the ⬙Maintenance Schedules⬙ section of this manual.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
M 428 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 A months whichever comes first. N C Rotate tires. E Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct S C H E D U L E S 8 stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
M 430 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 A months whichever comes first. N C Rotate tires. E Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct S C H E D U L E S 8 stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.* Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid, change filter (3.7L). This applies only if your vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump filter (4.7L/5.7L only). This applies only if your vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Inspect transfer case fluid (4X4).
M 432 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 A months whichever comes first. N C Rotate tires. E Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct S C H E D U L E S 8 stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers ) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.* Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required.
M 434 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months A whichever comes first. N C Rotate tires. E Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. S C H E D U L E S 8 Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at 60 months. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4).
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.* Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4).
M 436 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid, A change filter (3.7L). This applies only if your N vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, or freC quent trailer towing. E S C H E D U L E S 8 Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump filter and spin-on cooler return filter if equipped. (4.7L/5.7L only). This applies only if your vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Lubricate outer tie rod ends (4X4). Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.
M 438 SCHEDULE “B” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown A or 3 months, whichever comes first. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). E Rotate tires. S C H E D U L E S 8 Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Lubricate outer tie rod ends (4X4) models only. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump and spin-on cooler return filter (if equipped). Flush and replace engine coolant if not replaced at 120,000 miles (200 000 km). Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts.
M 440 SCHEDULE “A” A I Schedule “A” N T Miles E N (Kilometers) A [Months] N C Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Rotate tires. S C H E D U L E S 8 Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace as necessary. Replace spark plugs.
SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (170 000 km). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. * Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required.
M 442 SCHEDULE “A” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Rotate tires. E Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct S C H E D U L E S 8 stowage. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.* Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required.
SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at 60 months. Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (170 000 km). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace as necessary. Replace spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.
M 444 SCHEDULE “A” A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Rotate tires. E Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. S C H E D U L E S 8 Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at 120,000 miles (200 000 km). Lubricate outer tie rod ends (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/ 4.7L/5.
SCHEDULE “A” Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts. * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but not required to maintain the emissions warranty. 445 M WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 448 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 448 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 448 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 451 ▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 451 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 technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to this vehicle. MOPAR姞 PARTS Mopar威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover orders are accepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. NOTE: A street address is required when ordering manuals. (No P.O. Boxes). • Service Manuals.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Owner’s Manuals. These manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler group vehicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and maintenance procedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips. 453 Call Toll Free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at: • www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com • www.daimlerchrysler.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories established by the National highway Traffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car. All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
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INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . 188,271 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 372 Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 230,375 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Air Conditioning, Rear Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360,361,362,374 Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . 25 Saving Feature (Protection) . . . . . .
INDEX Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 72,161,314 Cargo Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Cargo Organizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Cargo Organizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Cargo (Vehicle Loading) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 CD (Compact Disc) Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197,205 Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radiator Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . Cruise Control (Speed Control) . . Cup Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 . . . . . . 382,417,418 . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 . . . . . . . . . . . . 448 Data Recorder, Event . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Tow Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 422 Emission Related Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 Block Heater . . .
INDEX Flashers Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135,185,409 Flat Tire Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346,352 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317,318 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172,398,402,405 Garage Door Opener (HomeLink威) . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . 314,316,363 Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 Gasoline, Reformulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 Gauges Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Hitches Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HomeLink威 (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 160 129 386 Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,13 Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Lane Change and Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . 135,185,409 Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39,44 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Life of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74,130 Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135,409 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . . . 185 Loading Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Child Protection . . . . . . . .
INDEX Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Monitor, Tire Pressure System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Mopar Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365,451 Multi-Displacement Engine System . . . . . . . . . . . 283 Multi-Function Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Navigation Radio . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Parking On Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Pedals, Adjustable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Personal Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Pets, Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Phone, Cellular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Rear Cup Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Rear Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Rear Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Reclining Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Recorder, Event Data . . . .
INDEX Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38,39,73 And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62,63 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Reminder . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Snow Plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297,298 Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73,293,454 Aging (Life of Tires) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 Compact Spare . . . .
INDEX Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Cooling System Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 Minimum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Trailer and Tongue Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 Trailer Towing Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 Trailer Weight . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407 Video Entertainment System (Rear Seat Video System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 185 Warning, Roll Over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 451 Washer, Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
