2010 OWNE R ’ S MANUAL Compass
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 䡵 Rollover Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number .............. 7 䡵 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 䡵 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
INTRODUCTION 5 control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more in an accident, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person injury. Drive carefully. is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.
6 INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that 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.
8 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 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 18 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ To Set The Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 ▫ Locking Doors With A Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 ▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . 21 ▫ Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock . . . . . . . . 21 ▫ Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock . . 22 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . 23 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 24 䡵 Remote Starting System — If Equipped . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped . . . . . . 49 11 ▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 63 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 ▫ Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▫ Supplemental Rear Impact Active Head 䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations Restraints (AHR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 䡵 Safety Tips . . .
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized 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. Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission — If Equipped 1. Place the shift lever in PARK. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC (Accessory) position. 3.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition switch 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.
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Manual Transmission — If Equipped 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC (Accessory) position. 2. Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate the key to the LOCK position. 3. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locking Doors With A Key You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the door, turn the key to the right. To unlock the door, turn the key to the left. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. 15 The system uses ignition keys that have an embedded electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security 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 by an authorized dealer. CAUTION! Always remove the Sentry Keys威 from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key威 into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete, the Vehicle 1. Cut the additional Sentry Key威 Transponder blank(s) Security Light will turn on again for three seconds and to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code. then turn off. 2.
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE reprogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an will flash repeatedly for three minutes. If the disturbance authorized dealer at the time of service to be is still present (driver’s door, passenger door, other doors, ignition) after three minutes, the parking lights and tail reprogrammed. lights will flash for an additional 15 minutes.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 disarm. After approximately 16 seconds, the Vehicle Security Light will flash slowly. This shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is fully armed. To Disarm The System Press UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter, or insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger.
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors Security Alarm. are locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be Illuminated Approach — If Equipped turned on or turned off.
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when ignition switch in the LOCK position and the key rethe doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmitmoved. ter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change 4.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second with the ignition switch in the LOCK position and the time or if the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/h) or greater. key removed. NOTE: When you turn off the Panic Alarm by pressing 4.
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. This device must accept any interference that may be The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. received including interference that may cause undesired 1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, operation. remove the screw. With the RKE transmitter buttons NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the proved by the party responsible for compliance could RKE transmitter apart.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the How to Use Remote Start new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause All of the following conditions must be met before the battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with engine will remote start: rubbing alcohol. • Shift lever in PARK 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two • Doors closed halves together.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled. • Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death. will chirp twice (if programmed).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur: NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START • The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500 button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request.
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle. If the plunger is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is located on the driver’s door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate. 2 NOTE: To prevent from locking the key in the vehicle, the power door lock switch will not operate when the key is in the ignition and either front door is open. A chime will sound as a reminder to remove the key.
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The transmission is in gear. 3. All doors are closed. 4. The throttle is pressed. 5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h). • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following procedure: 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition switch. 2. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between 6.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 NOTE: Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming • If you do not hear the chime it means that the system The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be did not enter the programming mode and you will enabled or disabled as follows: need to repeat the procedure. • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to “Elec• Use the Automatic Door Locks feature in accordance tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If with local laws.
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors) Insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate programming. to the LOCK or UNLOCK position. 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: • If you do not hear the chime it means that the system did not enter the programming mode and you will need to repeat the procedure.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle. POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED Child-Protection Door Lock Function 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.
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power window switches will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors. To disable the window controls on the other doors, press the window LOCKOUT switch. To enable the window controls, press the window LOCKOUT switch a second time. Window Lockout Switch 35 LIFTGATE NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate.
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed NOTE: without using the key. To open the liftgate, squeeze the • In the event of a power malfunction, or the RKE transmitter is inoperative, insert the key into the liftgate release and pull the liftgate open with one fluid liftgate lock cylinder and turn to the right (manual motion. lock models only). Using the liftgate handle, pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • 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.
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat — if equipped If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. For more information on LATCH, see Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All the seats in your vehicle are equipped with Lap/ Shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions.
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too. • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision.
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 authorized dealer and have it fixed. 5.
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck. Push the anchorage button to release the anchorage, and move it up or down to the position that fits you best. NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to position the belt away from your neck. Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions The second row center lap/shoulder belt features a three-point seat belt with a mini-latch and buckle, which allows the shoulder belt to detach from the lower anchor when the seat is folded.
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head 5. Sit back in the seat. Slide the regular latch plate up the restraint. webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap. 6. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” Routing The Rear Center Shoulder Belt 4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the minilatch plate into the mini-buckle until you hear a “click.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 7. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. Rear Center Seat Belt Buckled 47 8. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt. 9.
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE button on the top of the mini-buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully. Insert the mini-latch plate into the slot provided in the trim panel. 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be the entire belt is extracted. worn snugly and positioned properly. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC).
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How the Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity or type of rear impact require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. In case of AHR deployment both driver and front passenger seat AHR’s will be deployed. When AHR’s deploy during a rear impact, the head restraint front half extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the head and the AHR.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! 51 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. All occupants, including the driver, should not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 1 — Downward Movement 2 — Rearward Movement 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE AHR In Reset Position NOTE: • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the head restraints, see an authorized dealer. • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer.
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn BeltAlert威 Programming BeltAlert威 can be enabled or disabled by your authorized on while unbuckling and off while re-buckling the seat dealer or by performing the following procedure: belt. It may be necessary to retract the seat belt. NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first 4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest position, your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough. When it is not required, remove the extender and store it.
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Airbag • Front Passenger Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, • Supplemental Rear Impact Active Head Restraint for and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC Driver and Front Passenger are located above the side windows. The trim covering • Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) the side airbags is labeled SRS AIRBAG.
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Airbag Features The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driver and front passenger airbags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the impact sensors at the front of the car. The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires airbag deployment.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Supplemental Side Seat Airbags — If Equipped Supplemental side seat airbags provide enhanced protection and work together with supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to help protect an occupant during a side impact. The supplemental side seat airbag is marked with an airbag label sewn into the outboard side of the seat.
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) SABIC airbags offer side-impact and vehicle rollover protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side-impact head injuries. The SABIC airbags deploy downward, covering both windows on the impact side.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy the SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag occupant protection. WARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with left and right Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC. The area where the side curtain airbag is located should remain free from any obstructions.
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag. An airbag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2. All occupants should ALWAYS wear their lap and shoulder belts properly. 3.
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 front airbag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Airbags need room to inflate.
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce substantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions. On the other hand, depending on the type and location of impact, Advanced Front Airbags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instrument cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is noted. The diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction. WARNING! Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away.
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain airbags to inflate based on the severity and type of (SABIC) Inflator Units — If Equipped During collisions where the impact is confined to a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Because airbag sensors estimate deceleration over time, • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of until the ignition key is turned off. whether or not an airbag should have deployed. • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as NOTE: In a rollover the pretensioners and/or SABIC the battery has power or until the ignition key is airbags may deploy on both sides of the vehicle.
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision, which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning. • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System 69 WARNING! (Continued) 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.
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system immediately. located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e., recorded (e.g., loss of battery power). pursuant to a warrant). A copy of the data will be In conjunction with other data gathered during a comprovided to the custodial entity upon request.
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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. 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant. 4. Otherwise required by law. Data parameters that are recorded: Children 12 years and younger should ride properly • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status for buckled up in a rear seat, if available.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants and Child Restraints There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat owner’s manual to ensure you have the correct seat for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your child. 73 to about 20 lbs (9 kg). Convertible child seats can be used either rearward-facing or forward-facing in the vehicle.
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system. Refer to ⬙LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)⬙. • The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. For additional information on ALR, refer to where you will use it, before you buy it. “Automatic Locking Mode”. • The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for • Buckle the child into the seat according to the child weight and height limits. restraint manufacturer’s directions.
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. • In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible child seats having flexible, webbing-mounted lower attachments. Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only. Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment, NEVER install LATCH-compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchorage.
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt products. Tether anchorage kits are also available for behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should most older vehicles. stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower and tether straps so that you can attach the hook or connector to the lower and tether anchorages more easily. The tether strap should be routed over the center of the head restraint and attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback. Then tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat.
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your VePets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses hicle”.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS 81 Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. 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.
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the make sure that all windows are closed and the climate Vehicle control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT Seat Belts use the recirculation mode. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into frays, and loose parts.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable. Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle 83 Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 䡵 Uconnect™ phone — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 93 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 ▫ Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . 89 ▫ Phone Call Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 ▫ Outside Mirror — Driver Side . . . . . . . . . . . .
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 Voice Command — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 121 ▫ Adjusting Active Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . 133 ▫ Voice Command System Operation . . . . . . . . 121 ▫ Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 ▫ Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 ▫ Voice Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 䡵 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 ▫ Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 ▫ Map/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 ▫ Manual Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers . . . . . . . . . . 144 ▫ To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 ▫ Windshield Wiper Operation . . . . . . . . . . . .
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Opening The Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 ▫ Glove Compartment And Storage Bin . . . . . . 166 ▫ Closing The Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 ▫ Door Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 ▫ Pinch Protect Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 䡵 Console Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 ▫ Pinch Protect Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 䡵 Cargo Area Features . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. 3 Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield).
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirror — Driver Side Adjust the flat outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the vehicle with your head close to the door glass. Outside Mirror — Passenger Side Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the vehicle with your head close to the center of the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left Power Mirrors The control for the power mirrors is located on the or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand driver’s door trim panel. 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.
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in this convex mirror. Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, invehicle communications system. Uconnect™ Phone 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™ Phone.
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the Voice Command Button system at a time. The system is available in English, Actual button location may vary with the raSpanish, or French languages. dio. The individual buttons are described in the “Operation” section. WARNING! Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use. All attention should be kept on the roadway ahead.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 The radio display will be used for visual prompts from • For each feature explanation in this section, only the the Uconnect™ Phone such as ⬙CELL⬙ or caller ID on combined form of the voice command is given. You certain radios. can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command when you are asked for it.
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the Uconnect™ Phone from idle, simply press The following are general phone to Uconnect™ Phone button and follow the audible prompts for pairing instructions: the directions. All Uconnect™ Phone sessions begin with a • Press the button to begin. button on the radio control head. press of the • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say Cancel Command ⬙Setup Phone Pairing.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your Uconnect™ Phone. However, at any given time, only one cellular phone can be in use, connected to your Uconnect™ Phone. The priority allows the Uconnect™ Phone to know which cellular phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time.
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., name in the phonebook, refer to ⬙Add Names to Your ⬙Home,⬙ ⬙Work,⬙ ⬙Mobile,⬙ or ⬙Pager⬙). This will allow Uconnect™ Phonebook,⬙ in the phonebook. you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry, if desired.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook • Depending on the maximum number of entries downTransfer From Cellular Phone loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, downloaded names can be used. Until then, if availUconnect™ Phone automatically downloads names (text able, the previous downloaded phonebook is available names) and number entries from the cellular phone’s for use. phonebook.
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phonebook Download — Single Entry If equipped and supported by your phone, Uconnect™ Phone allows the user to download entries from their phone via Bluetooth威. To use this feature, press the button and say “Phonebook Download.” The system prompts, “Ready to accept “V” card entry via Bluetooth威…” The system is now ready to accept phonebook entries from your phone using the Bluetooth威 Object Exchange Profile (OBEX).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook Delete Uconnect™ Phonebook Entry entry that you wish to edit. NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended • Next, choose the number designation (home, work, when the vehicle is not in motion. cellular, or pager) that you wish to edit. • Press the button to begin.
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the name, the Uconnect™ Phone will • Note that only the phonebook in the current language ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, is deleted. work, cellular, pager, or all. Say the designation you • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be wish to delete. deleted or edited. • Note that only the phonebook entry in the current List All Names in the Uconnect™ Phonebook language is deleted. button to begin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 • The Uconnect™ Phone will then prompt you as to the call, press and hold the button until you hear a number designation you wish to call. single beep, indicating that the incoming call was rejected. • The selected number will be dialed. Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your cellular service plan.
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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⬙ in this section. To combine two calls, refer to ⬙Conference Call⬙ in this section. Place/Retrieve a Call From Hold To put a call on hold, press the button until you hear a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Termination To end a call in progress, momentarily press the button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call. If the active call is terminated by the phone far end, a call on hold may not become active automatically. This is cell phone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press button until you hear a single beep. and hold the Redial • Press the button to begin.
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the cellular phone is reachable: Language Selection To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is using: • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area. • Press the button to begin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may Towing Assistance not be applicable with the available cellular service If you need towing assistance: and area. • Press the button to begin. • If supported, this number may be programmable on • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say button and some systems. To do this, press the ⬙Towing Assistance.⬙ say ‘Setup’, followed by ‘Emergency’.
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can press the button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed by the word ⬙Send.⬙ For example, if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can Voice Mail Calling button and say, ⬙3 7 4 6 # Send.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ tones over the phone. Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it). NOTE: • You may not hear all of the tones due to cellular phone • Press the button to begin. network configurations. This is normal.
110 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™ Phone (while dialing via the cellular phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures). By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth威 cellular phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system. The Uconnect™ Phone will work the same as if you dial the number using Voice Command.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 from your Uconnect™ Phone paired cellular phone to the • When prompted, say ⬙List Phones.⬙ button Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of and say ⬙Transfer Call.⬙ all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority.
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the Uconnect™ Phone will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near (approximately within 30 ft (9 m)) the vehicle. Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone Uconnect™ Phone Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press button and say “Uconnect™ Tutorial.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would Uconnect™ Phone. For best results, the Voice Training speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from session should be completed when the vehicle is parked you. with the engine running, all windows closed, and the • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking blower fan switched off. during a Voice Command period.
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When navigating through an automated system such • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of compromised with the convertible top down. speaking the digit string, make sure to say ⬙Send.⬙ Phone Far End Audio Performance • Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is • Audio quality is maximized under: not in motion is recommended.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness Bluetooth威 Communication Link to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connecnot the Uconnect™ Phone. tion can generally be reestablished by switching the • Echo at the phone far end can sometimes be reduced phone off/on.
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120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Primary language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing phonebook previous record again redial Voice Commands Alternate(s) pairing phone book Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call Uconnect™ Tutorial try again voice training work yes
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few For example, if you are in the disc menu and you are seconds, the system will present you with a list of listening to FM radio, you can speak commands from the disc menu or from the FM radio menu. options. If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists When using this system, you should speak clearly and at button, listen a normal speaking volume.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 In this mode, you can say the following commands: Commands The Voice Command system understands two types of • “Radio” (to switch to the radio mode) commands. Universal commands are available at all times. Local commands are available if the supported • “Disc” (to switch to the disc mode) radio mode is active. • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) Changing the Volume • “System Setup” (to switch to system setup) 1.
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Radio FM To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM”.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: 125 − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) − “Delete” (to delete a memo) • “Delete All” (to delete all memos) • “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the System Setup recording, you may press the Voice Command button to stop recording. You proceed by saying one of To switch to system setup, say “Setup”.
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice SEATS button first and wait for the beep Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System Command of the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safe before speaking the “Barge In” commands. operation of the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE desired. Then, using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. Front Seat Adjustment 127 WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using the handle on the outboard side of the seat to adjust the driving position. Manual Lumbar — If Equipped The lumbar adjustment handle is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. To increase or decrease support, rotate the handle up or down.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver’s Seatback Recline To recline the seatback, lean forward before lifting the handle, then lean back to the desired position and release the handle. Lift the handle to return the seatback to an upright position. Reclining Seat 129 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.
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Six-Way Power Seats — If Equipped The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use the switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat. WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped This feature heats the front driver and passenger seats. The heaters provide the same heat level for both the seat cushion and the seatback. The controls for the front heated seats are located on the center instrument panel area. 131 turn the heater and the remaining indicator light off after an additional 30 minutes of continuous operation.
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Adjusting Active Head Restraints Active Head Restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event of a rear impact. The Active Head Restraint should be adjusted so the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear.
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint (on some models, you may need to press the push button). To lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull outward on the bottom of the head restraint.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Restraint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! Active Head Restraint (Tilted) NOTE: • The head restraints should only be removed by qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head restraints require removal, see your authorized dealer.
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players. These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of an accident and could result in serious injury or death. • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury. Rear Seats Folded Flat To raise the seatback, pull the strap forward and lift the seatback into its upright position.
138 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 with the vehicle is parked. • 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 8 in (20 cm) and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged. WARNING! Safety latch Lift the hood prop rod, clipped to the right side (left side facing hood) of the engine compartment to secure the hood in the open position.
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlights and Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the to turn on the parking lights. headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beam Turn the end of the lever to the second detent to turn on selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, the headlights. the passing lights and the fog lights.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Instrument Panel Dimming Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. 3 Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on.
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is on the multifunction lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out the end of the multifunction lever. NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the headlights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the multifunction lever toward you, to switch the headlights back to low beam.
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the rear view mirror. Each light is turned on by pressing the button. Press the button a second time to turn the light off. The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second detent.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever upward to the LO position for low-speed wiper operation. Rotate the end of the lever upward to the HI position for high-speed wiper operation.
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable. Select the delay interval by turning the end of the lever. Rotate the end of the lever upward (clockwise) to decrease the delay time and downward (counterclockwise) to increase the delay time. The delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles, to a cycle every second.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature Push down on the control lever to activate a single wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the wipers will continue to operate. 147 CAUTION! In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine.
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired. Push the lever up to lock the steering column firmly in place. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 simultaneously. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. To Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The CRUISE indicator will turn off. The system should be turned off when not in use.
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Set a Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press down on the lever and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. To Vary the Speed Setting When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can increase speed by pushing up and holding the RESUME ACCEL lever.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tapping the SET DECEL lever once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the lever is tapped, speed decreases. Manual Transaxle Pressing the clutch pedal will disengage the Electronic Speed Control. A slight increase in engine RPM before the speed control disengages is normal. 151 WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so The HomeLink威 buttons that are located in the headliner it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink威 Control. channels. WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people, pets or other objects are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by Federal safety standards. This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982.
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Place the handheld transmitter 1–3 in (3-8 cm) away from • After training a HomeLink威 channel, if the garage the HomeLink威 button you wish to program while door does not operate with HomeLink威 and the gakeeping the indicator light in view. rage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the garage door opener may have a rolling code. If so, 3.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer. door). NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the LEARN button has been pressed. 7.
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Gate Operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission – which may not be long enough for HomeLink威 to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to “time-out” in the same manner. successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is disabled when Reprogramming A Single HomeLink姞 Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威, here 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. are some of the most common solutions: 2.
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located in the reading light. Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. • In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed.
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial close condition until the switch is pushed and held forward again. To ensure sunroof is fully closed, press and hold switch until sunroof has completely stopped moving. Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing, press the switch forward and hold for two seconds after the reversal occurs. This allows the sunroof to move towards the close position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting.
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power is available when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position. Insert the cigar lighter or accessory plug into the outlet for use. To preserve the heating element, do not hold the lighter in the heating position. NOTE: • To ensure proper operation a MOPAR威 knob and element must be used. • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting. • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more quickly.
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE manually, unplug the device and plug it in again. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not use a three-prong adaptor. • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use. • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these intermittently and with great caution. • After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There are two cupholders located in the back for the rear STORAGE passengers. Glove Compartment And Storage Bin Located on the passenger side of the instrument panel are an upper storage bin and a lower glove compartment.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 To open the lower glove compartment, pull outward on Door Storage The interior door panels are equipped with lower storage the release handle. areas.
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Door Storage Upper Storage Compartment To open the lower storage compartment, lift upward on CONSOLE FEATURES The floor console contains both an upper and lower the lower handle to unlatch the lower storage compartstorage compartment. ment and lift the lid open. To open the upper storage compartment, push inward on the upper handle to unlatch the upper lid and lift the lid open.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compartment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distraction, resulting in death or injury.
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press in on the flashlight to release it. Three-Press Switch Cargo Cover Press And Release To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, The cargo area trim panels include two notches for mounting the available tonneau cover that accommotwice for low, and a third time to return to off. dates the reclining rear seat.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 To install the Cargo Cover, insert either end of the cover Using the handle, pull the cover toward you and guide into one of the two notches located in the rear trim the rear cover posts into the guides located on both sides panels. With one of the cover ends installed, push inward of the rear trim panel. on the opposite end and install it into the same notch location of the rear trim panel.
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment. Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting. Do not store in the vehicle. Removable Load Floor The cargo area load floor is removable and can be washed with mild soap and water.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Tie-Down Loops There are four D-rings installed in the cargo area for securing cargo. D-Rings 173 WARNING! • Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision a loop could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers.
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway. • Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback. This could impair visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision. • To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Rotate the center portion of the lever past the first detent to activate that rear washer. The washer pump will continue to operate as long as the lever or ring is engaged. Upon release, the wipers will cycle two times before returning to the set position. If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” position if power accessory delay is active.
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE turns off after approximately 10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation, press the button a second time. NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating. CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 ▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 ▫ Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 183 ▫ Elapsed Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) . . . 214 ▫ Clock Setting Procedure — RER/REN Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files . . . . . . . 216 䡵 Media Center 130 (RES) — AM/FM Stereo Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack). . . . . . . 226 ▫ List Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) . . . . . . . . . 219 ▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 䡵 Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU/RBZ ▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . . . . . 245 Radios Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . . . . . 246 ▫ System Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 䡵 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) — ▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operating Instructions — Video Entertainment System (VES)™ (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 䡵 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 ▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 ▫ CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 䡵 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 4 1 2 3 4 — Air Outlet — Demisters — Instrument Cluster — Radio 5 6 7 8 — — — — Storage Bin Glove Compartment Climate Controls Power Outlet 9 — Heated Seat Switch – If Equipped 10 — Hazard Warning Flasher 11 — ESC OFF Switch – If Equipped 12 — Heated Seat Switch – If Equipped
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 183 If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. 1. Fuel Gauge / Fuel Door Reminder When the ignition switch is in the ON position, 3. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light informs you of a problem with the the pointer will show the level of fuel remainElectronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a ing in the fuel tank.
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on 6. Speedometer during starting, have the system checked by an autho- The Speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per hour and/or kilometers per hour (mph/kph). rized dealer. 7. Airbag Warning Light 4. Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the for a defective outside light bulb. ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the 9. High Beam Indicator light inspected by an authorized dealer.
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Tachometer The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage. normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further information. 14.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. 187 WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacdangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is an accident.
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position. CAUTION! NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure. 15.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily. The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle 20. Shift Lever Indicator The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those automatic transmission. tires.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Odometer Messages 23. Odometer / Trip Odometer Display Area This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has When the appropriate conditions exist, the following odometer messages will display: been driven. NOTE: U.S. Federal regulations require that upon trans- door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Door Ajar fer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the pur- gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the schedA loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap uled maintenance), refer to the following procedure: may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). 1.
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 24. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II that monitors emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho25. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. lights are on. NOTE: 26. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator • The “ESC Indicator Light” come on momentarily each Light — If Equipped time the ignition switch is turned ON.
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When lit solid: There is an 4WD system fault. 4WD performance will be at a reduced level. Service the 4WD system soon. ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features a driver-interactive display that is located in the When blinking: The 4WD system is temporarily disinstrument cluster. abled due to overload condition. 29.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 The EVIC consists of the following: • Left Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • System status • Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • Vehicle information warning message displays • Right Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Compass heading • Outside temperature display • Trip computer functions • Uconnect™ Phone displays (if equipped) • Audio mode display • Tir
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Gate Ajar (with a single chime) • Headlamps or Park Lamps On • Key In Ignition • Check TPM System Engine Oil Change Indicator System — If Equipped Oil Change Required Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately five seconds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 • Distance To Empty (DTE) EVIC Functions • Elapsed Time • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) • Personal Settings EVIC Button Press the EVIC button until one of the following functions is displayed on the EVIC: • Compass/Temperature/Audio • Average Fuel Economy To Reset The Display Pressing and holding the EVIC button once will clear the function currently being displayed. Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed.
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel Press and release the EVIC button to display one of eight tank level. This is not resettable. compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing, the outside temperature, and the current radio NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of station.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position. Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) This allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK (automatic transmission) or the vehicle is stopped (manual transmission).
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL position (automatic transmission). Press and hold the and hold the EVIC button when in this display until EVIC button when in this display until “ON” or “OFF” “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your selection. appears to make your selection. Sound Horn with Lock RKE Unlock Driver’s Door 1st When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when When Driver’s Door 1st is selected only the driver’s door the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned OFF. Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “OFF”, “45 sec.”, “5 min.”, or “10 min.” appears to make your selection. Illuminated Approach When this feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked using the RKE transmitter.
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message panel. This is where the compass module is located and displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now such devices may interfere and cause false compass readings. function normally. NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, etc.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL button several times until you have displayed the Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) menu. Once in the Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) menu, press and release (less than one second) the EVIC button several times until “Compass Variance” is displayed. The “Compass Variance” message and the current variance zone number will be displayed.
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL indicator will come on continuously in the EVIC display to indicate that the compass is now in the calibration mode, and that the vehicle can now be driven to calibrate. 5. To complete the compass calibration, drive the vehicle in one or more complete 360–degree circle under 5 mph (8 km/h) in an area free from power lines and large metallic objects, until the “CAL” indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Press the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio. 207 SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for five seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. To stop the search, press the SCAN button a second time.
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button Uconnect” message will display on the radio screen. and selecting the “SET HOME CLOCK” entry. Once in this display follow the above procedure, starting at TIME Button Press the TIME button to alternate locations of the time step 2.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones. 209 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers.
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following format types: Program Type No program type or undefined Adult Hits Classical Classic Rock College Country Foreign Language Information Jazz News Nostalgia Oldies Personality 16-Digit Character Display None Adlt Hit Classicl Cls Rock College Country Language Inform Jazz News Nostalga Oldies Persnlty Program Type Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock Soft Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Sport
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL station with the same selected Music Type name. The Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode. 211 • DISC Play/Pause - You can toggle between playing the DVD and pausing the DVD by pushing the SELECT button (if equipped). If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type • DVD Play Options - Selecting the DVD Play Options (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be will display the following: exited and the radio will tune to the preset station.
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: • The available selections for each of the above entries varies depending upon the disc. TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to save changes. • These selections can only be made while playing a • Player Defaults - Selecting this item will allow the DVD. user to scroll through the following items and set defaults according to customer preference.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 down and selecting ⬙other.⬙ Enter the country code using Aspect Ratio — If Equipped the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down Selecting this item allows you to choose between wide screen, pan scan, and letter box. to select the number and then push to select. Subtitle Language — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default subtitle language (effective only if the language is supported by the disc).
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET Button — To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET button, the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! The radio may shut down during extremely hot conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate “Disc Hot” and shut off until a safe temperature is reached. This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics of the DVD player and other radio internal components. 215 Radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ when the disc is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is reading the disc. CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs only.
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. RW/FF (CD MODE) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will SEEK Button (CD MODE) begin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW or Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the another CD button is pressed. The RW (Rewind) button CD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning works in a similar manner.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file normally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported. Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL frequencies in the following table are supported. In ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The are supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is not majority of MP3/WMA files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate supported by the radios. and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR bit rates. Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not MPEG Sampling supported.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 • Number of files and folders - Loading times will INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through increase with more files and folders the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Name, and Folder Name (if available). to use CD-R media and single-session discs.
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press the TIME button to change the display from iary device if the AUX jack is connected. elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the display for five seconds. device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 Macrovision Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone This product incorporates copyright protection technol(If Equipped) Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in “Understanding The ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection Features Of Your Vehicle”.
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The REN, RER and RBZ radios contain a CD/DVD Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio player, USB port, and a 30-gigabyte hard drive (HDD). To Manually Set the Clock Sirius Satellite Radio is optional. The 6.5 in (16.5 cm) 1. Turn on the radio. touch screen allows for easy menu selection. The RER radio also contains a Global Positioning System 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed, the clock setting menu will appear on the screen. (GPS)-based Navigation system.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 5. To save the new time setting, touch the screen where Show Time if Radio is Off When selected, this feature will display the time of day the word “Save” is displayed. on the touch screen when the radio is turned off. Proceed Changing Daylight Savings Time as follows to change the current setting: When selected, this feature will display the time of day in daylight savings time. Proceed as follows to change the 1. Turn on the radio. current setting: 2.
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Touch the screen where the words “Set Time Zone” are To Manually Set the Clock — RER/REN displayed. The time zone selection menu will appear on 1. Turn on the radio. the screen. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. 4. Select a time zone by touching the screen where your selection appears. If you do not see a time zone that you 3.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 6. To save the new time setting, touch the screen where Show Time if Radio is Off When selected, this feature will display the time of day the word “Save” is displayed. on the touch screen when the radio is turned off. Proceed Changing Daylight Savings Time as follows to change the current setting: When selected, this feature will display the time of day in daylight savings time. Proceed as follows to change the 1. Turn on the radio. current setting: 2.
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Touch the screen where “User Clock” is displayed, the clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 4. Touch the screen where the words “Set Time Zone” are displayed. The time zone selection menu will appear on the screen. 5. Select a time zone by touching the screen where your selection appears. If you do not see a time zone that you want to select, touch the screen where the word “Page” is displayed to view additional time zones in the menu. 6.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) TIME Button Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second and radio frequency. time to turn off the radio. Clock Setting Procedure Electronic Volume Control 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping. Turning 2.
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either AM or FM frequencies. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1 to 6) you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET/RND button, the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory.
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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. If a CD does not go into the slot more than 1.0 in (2.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released, or the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it. RW or another CD button is pressed. The RW (Reverse) A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. button works in a similar manner.
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 file recording media and formats are limited. When writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric- • Maximum number of files: 255 tions. • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file Supported Media (Disc Types) names and folder names is limited.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). VBR bit rate. Discs created with an option such as ⬙keep disc open after MPEG SpecifiSampling FreBit Rate (kbps) writing⬙ are most likely multisession discs.
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO 235 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio.
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature (if equipped). Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in “Understanding The Features If Your Vehicle”.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text will begin to blink. message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only). 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob.
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones. MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be sePush the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third lected.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Program Type Information Jazz News Nostalgia Oldies Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock Soft Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Sports Talk 16-Digit Character Display Inform Jazz News Nostalga Oldies Persnlty Public R&B Rel Musc Rel Talk Rock Soft Soft Rck Soft R&B Sports Talk Program Type Top 40 Weather 239 16-Digit Character Display Top 40 Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed, the radio will be
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save time change. AM/FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND button.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and • The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. position to operate the radio.
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within playing time display to a small CD playing time display. 10 seconds, it will be reloaded.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) 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. 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.
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a threenot play the file. character extension) When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to • Level 2: 31 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a threean MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the character extension) following table are supported.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title • Number of files and folders - Loading times will are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not increase with more files and folders supported by the radios. To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a supported.
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxilINFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through iary device if the AUX jack is connected. the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Name, and Folder Name (if available). device’s volume set to the proper level.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, connecting an iPod威 to this port does not play the media. For playing an iPod威, NOTE: This section is for sales code RES and REQ/ use the separate 16–pin connector port (in the glove REL/RET radios only with uconnect™. For sales code compartment on some vehicles).
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: • The iPod威 battery charges when plugged into the UCI • You may have to remove the connector pin protection connector (if supported by the specific iPod威 device) cap from the 16–pin connector port, prior to connectControlling The iPod姞 Using Radio Buttons ing the cable. To get into the UCI (iPod威) mode and access a connected • If the iPod威 battery is completely discharged, it may iPod威, press the “AUX” button on the radio faceplate.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turning it counterclockwise (backward) by one click, during the first two seconds of the track, will jump to the previous track in the list. Turning this button at any other time in the track, will jump to the beginning of the current track. 249 jump to the previous track in the list; if you press this button at any other time in the track, it will jump to the beginning of the track.
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL During Scan mode, you can also press the << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons to select the previous and next tracks. • RND button (available on sales code RES radio only): Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod威. If the RND icon is showing on the radio display, then the shuffle mode is ON. List Or Browse Mode During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described below, takes you to List mode.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Preset 5 – Audiobooks • Preset 6 – Podcasts • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current list on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line. • To Exit List mode without selecting a track, press the same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode. • LIST button: The LIST button will display the top level menu of the iPod威. Turn the TUNE control knob to list the top-menu item you wish to select and press the TUNE control knob.
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU/RBZ RADIOS ONLY) Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcasting technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio. This service offers over 130 channels of music, sports, news, entertainment, and programming for children, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on Press the SAT button until ⬙SAT⬙ appears in the display. A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio the radio to exit this screen. mode. ESN/SID Access With REN/RER/RBZ Radios While in SAT mode, press the MENU button on the radio Satellite Antenna faceplate.
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the SCAN Button (When Equipped) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for form of short audio mutes. the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con• Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can tinuing to the next. To stop the search, press the SCAN cause intermittent reception. button a second time.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type RW/FF Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the channel with the same selected Music Type name. direction of the arrows.
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display following items: window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2. This • Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped) Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”. Operating Instructions — Video Entertainment System (VES)™ (If Equipped) Refer to separate “Video Entertainment System (VES)™ Guide.” REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches.
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The button located in the center of the right-hand control beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track, if it is within one second after the current will switch modes to Radio or CD. track begins to play. The left-hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center. The function of the left-hand If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the control is different depending on which mode you are in.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on in ing the disc. your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated or anti-static sprays. by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio.
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Heating and Air Conditioning Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ventilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (OFF) position. There are four blower speeds. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the climate controls will not function during Remote Start operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off) position.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Rotate this control to regulate the temRotate this control to choose from sevperature of the air inside the passenger eral patterns of air distribution. You compartment. Rotating the dial left can select either a primary mode as into the blue area of the scale indicates identified by the symbols on the concooler temperatures while rotating trol, or a blend of two of these modes.
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: For all settings except full cold or full hot, there Defrost is a difference in temperature between the upper and Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxilower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but mum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting. cool conditions.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 NOTE: Air Conditioning Control • Continuous use of the recirculation mode may make Press this button to engage the Air the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Conditioning. A light will illuminate Extended use of this mode is not recommended. when the Air Conditioning System is engaged.
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped The Automatic Temperature Control system automatically maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger. Automatic Operation Operation of the system is quite simple. 1. Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and the Blower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO. NOTE: The AUTO position performs best for front seat occupants only. 2.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply • Pressing the Air Conditioning Control button while in allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting AUTO mode will cause the LED in the control button the “O” (OFF) position on the blower control stops the to flash three times and then turn off. This indicates system completely and closes the outside air intake. that the system is in AUTO mode and requesting the air conditioning is not necessary.
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control For full automatic operation or for automatic blower operation turn the knob to AUTO position. In manual mode there are seven blower speeds that can be individual selected. In off position the blower will shut off. Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, Mode Preferred Automatic, or Blower and Mode Preferred Automatic.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 4
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to • Floor change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets. • Panel Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument • Mix Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 NOTE: • Air Conditioner Control Press this button to turn on the air • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. conditioning during manual operation only. When the air conditioning is • In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode may turned on, cool dehumidified air will lead to excessive window fogging.
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you can temporarily put the system into Recirculation Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, the system is blowing air out the defrost vents. When these conditions are present, and the Recirculation button is pressed, the indicator will flash and then turn off. This tells you that you are unable to go into Recirculation Mode at this time.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side window fogging becomes a problem, increase blower speed. Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but rainy or humid weather. NOTE: Recirculate without A/C should not be used for long periods as fogging may occur.
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 䡵 Manual Transaxle — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 280 ▫ Manual Transaxle – If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 277 ▫ Five–Speed Manual Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . 280 ▫ Automatic Transaxle – If Equipped . . . . . . . . 277 ▫ Recommended Shift Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 ▫ Downshifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
274 STARTING AND OPERATING 䡵 AutoStick威 — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 䡵 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 ▫ Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 䡵 Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . 297 䡵 Four-Wheel Drive Operation — If Equipped . . 287 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . 311 䡵 Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 ▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions . . . . . . . . . 312 䡵 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 313 䡵 Tires — General Information 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . 325 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . .
276 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Fuel System Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 䡵 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 ▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . 341 䡵 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 ▫ Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 䡵 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 STARTING PROCEDURES NOTE: Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. pressed to the floor. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key in the ignition.
278 STARTING AND OPERATING Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running. If the engine fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 If Engine Fails to Start CAUTION! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” and “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the dures, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to the way to the floor and hold it there. Crank the engine 15 seconds before trying again. for no more than 15 seconds.
280 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal. MANUAL TRANSAXLE — IF EQUIPPED Five–Speed Manual Transaxle WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied.
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Use each gear in numerical order, do not skip a gear. Be Recommended Shift Speeds sure the transaxle is in first gear, (not third), when To use your manual transaxle for optimal fuel economy, starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch it should be upshifted as listed in the following table. can result from starting in third gear. Manual Transaxle Recommended Shift Speeds Units in mph (km/h) For most city driving, you will find it easier to use only the lower gears.
282 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you could damage the engine, transmission, or clutch. Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. 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. 283 NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the transaxle will not shift out of PARK.
284 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL positions into another gear range. PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never use PARK while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. Always apply the parking brake first, and then place the shift lever in the PARK position.
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 • Look at the shift indicator window on the shift lever NEUTRAL This range is used when the vehicle is standing for bezel to ensure it is in the PARK position. prolonged periods with the engine running. The engine • You must press the brake pedal to move the shift lever may be started in this range. Set the parking brake if you out of the PARK position. must leave the vehicle.
286 STARTING AND OPERATING engine from overspeed. Changes down will only happen AutoStick威 is deactivated: at minimum engine speed to prevent stalling. • By holding the shift lever to (+) momentarily Operation • When the shift lever is shifted out of DRIVE NOTE: AutoStick威 is not functional until the CVT • When in sixth position, touching the shift lever to the warms up in cold weather.
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 • If a downshift would cause the engine to overspeed, that shift will not occur until it is safe for the engine. However. the CVT will stay in the manually selected ratio. • If the system detects powertrain overheating, the transmission will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off.
288 STARTING AND OPERATING cluster. This can be done on the fly, at any vehicle speed. To deactivate, simply pull on the switch one more time. The “4WD Indicator Light” will then go out. NOTE: Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in “Starting and Operating” for further information. DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull erratically to the right or left.
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. Flowing/Rising Water 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. Keep the tires properly inflated. 5. Maintain enough distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop. WARNING! Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
290 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle. • Determine the condition of the road or the path that is under water and if there are any obstacles in the way before driving through the standing water. • Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. This will minimize wave effects.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping distances. Therefore, after driving through standing water, drive slowly and lightly press on the brake pedal several times to dry the brakes.
292 STARTING AND OPERATING in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost. 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING Power Steering Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as anticipated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an authorized dealer. CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering system as the chemicals can damage your power steering components.
294 STARTING AND OPERATING The parking brake lever is located in the center console. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever completely. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
STARTING AND OPERATING to move the shift lever out of PARK. The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. • Do not leave the key in the ignition switch. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
296 STARTING AND OPERATING BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes as standard equipment. In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. However, the effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating.
STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock-up. WARNING! • Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop.
298 STARTING AND OPERATING required. However, the conventional brake system will working properly. This self-check occurs each time the continue to operate normally if the “Brake Warning vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h). Light” is not on. ABS is activated during braking under certain road or If the “ABS Warning Light” is on, the brake system stopping conditions.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment. This interference can cause possible loss of Anti-Lock braking capability. Installation of such equipment should be performed by qualified professionals.
300 STARTING AND OPERATING slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of is released, the BAS is deactivated. the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to WARNING! be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) 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 brake of the appropriate wheel and may also reduce engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur.
302 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual Transaxle Only • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle backstarting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA will maintain ing uphill is in REVERSE gear). the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short WARNING! period of time after the driver takes their foot off of the brake pedal.
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the 8. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an following steps: additional half-turn to the right. NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 9. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and then 90 seconds. back to the ON position. If the sequence was completed properly, the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will blink several 1. Center the steering wheel (front wheels pointing times to confirm HSA is disabled.
304 STARTING AND OPERATING driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over-steer or under-steer condition • Over-steer - when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position. • Under-steer - when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position.
STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Malfunction Indicator Light The “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It should go out with the engine running. If the “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system.
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Partial Off (Four-Wheel Drive Models) or On (Two-Wheel Drive Models) This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the “ESC Off” switch. When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion of ESC, except for the “limited slip” feature described in the TCS section, has been disabled and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will be illuminated. All other stability features of ESC function normally.
STARTING AND OPERATING the vehicle reaches a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h). At 35 mph (56 km/h) the system returns to “Partial Off” mode, as described above. TCS remains off. When the vehicle speed drops below 30 mph (48 km/h) the ESC system shuts off. ESC is deactivated at low vehicle speeds so that it will not interfere with off-road driving however, ESC function returns to provide the stability feature at speeds above 35 mph (56 km/h).
308 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design molded into the sidewall preceding the size designastandards and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M. into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT. Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ⴖ....blank....
310 STARTING AND OPERATING 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.
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 the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. 311 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.
312 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology and Definitions Term B-Pillar Cold Tire Pressure Maximum Inflation Pressure Recommended Inflation Pressure Tire Placard Definition The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure 313 Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar.
314 STARTING AND OPERATING This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. axles must not be exceeded. For further information on GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to “Vehicle Loading” in this section.
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcusengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” and number and size of occupants.
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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. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
318 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. 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.
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 valve stem. 319 Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the Winter.
320 STARTING AND OPERATING loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly. The instability could cause an accident. AlHigh speed driving with your vehicle under maxiways use radial ply tires in sets of four.
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 WARNING! CAUTION! • Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only. With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h). • Temporary use spare tires have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced. • Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
322 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 Life of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors including, but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu• Driving style facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva• Tire pressure lent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed.
324 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • 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 CAUTION! Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are used. SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during Winter. Standard tires are of the all-season type and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the M+S designation on the tire sidewall. 325 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions.
326 STARTING AND OPERATING The suggested rotation method is shown in the following The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that diagram. when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on “cold inflation tire pressure”. This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.
STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended cold placard pressure. Once the low tire pressure warning (Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light) illuminates, you must increase the tire pressure to the recommended cold placard pressure in order for the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to turn off.
328 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warnings 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. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage.
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, • Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light the tire. Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings Base System The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumiThis is the TPMS warning indicator located in the nate in the instrument cluster, and an audible chime will instrument cluster.
330 STARTING AND OPERATING fault is detected. The system fault will also sound a chime. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off when the fault condition no longer exists. A system fault can occur with any of the following scenarios: 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the tire pressure in the compact spare tire. 2.
STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire, the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF, as long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
332 STARTING AND OPERATING every ignition cycle for each condition that it detects. In display to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard presaddition, the EVIC will display a graphic of the pressure sure value. The system will automatically update, the graphic display of the pressure value(s) will stop flashvalue(s) with the low tire(s) flashing. ing, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Light will extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received.
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can occur with any of the following scenarios: 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors. 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals. 3. Snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings. 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.
334 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire, the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF, as long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may 3.
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard following licenses: starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline (with the apUnited States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KR5S120123 propriate octane rating for your engine) before considerCanada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2671-S120123 ing service for the vehicle.
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygenates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle. CAUTION! DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 Ethanol.
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada, because MMT can be used at levels engine controller memory higher than those allowed in the United States. More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformuexposure to E85 fuel. lated gasoline.
338 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) 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 and 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 339 WARNING! (Continued) 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 of time.
340 STARTING AND OPERATING After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the gas cap suspended away from and protects the vehicle’s surface. CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” to turn on.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and Federal fire regulations and may cause the MIL to turn on. • 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. NOTE: • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
342 STARTING AND OPERATING Vehicle Certification Label Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label attached to The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. the driver’s door B-Pillar. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the The label contains the following information: GVWR.
STARTING AND OPERATING Curb Weight The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are added. 343 Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten useful service life.
344 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The 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 To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements supported by the scale.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. 345 that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling.
346 STARTING AND OPERATING safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and Weight Ratings) chart for the maximum GTW towable for contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. your given drivetrain. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Class Max.
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transaxle 2.0L Auto/Man 2.4L Auto/Man 2.4L Auto/Man with Trailer Tow Prep Package (AHC) Frontal Area 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 32 sq ft (3.0 sq m) Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt.
348 STARTING AND OPERATING Never exceed the maximum trailer tongue weight • The weight of the driver and all passengers. stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel.
350 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in PARK. Always block or ⴖchockⴖ the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. GVWR 2. GTW 3. GAWR 4.
STARTING AND OPERATING replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits. Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes.
352 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights and Wiring Your authorized dealer offers a trailer wiring harness designed specifically for your vehicle. Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and sevenpin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector. NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness.
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transaxle The automatic transaxle fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals.
354 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. Cooling System To reduce the potential for engine and transaxle overheating, take the following actions: − When using the speed control, if you experience speed − City Driving drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until When stopped for short periods of time, shift the transyou can get back to cruising speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 䡵 Jump-Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 ▫ Preparations For Jump-Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367 䡵 Automatic Transaxle Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 360 ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . .
358 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional • On the highways — Slow down.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, the instrument cluster will sound a chime. When safe, pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at idle. Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the H (red) mark for more than a minute, turn the engine off immediately and call for service.
360 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OVERHEATING JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up WARNING! long grades on hot days, the automatic transaxle oil may become too hot. • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The If this happens, the transmission overheat invehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You dicator light will come on, and the vehicle will could be crushed.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 361 Jack Location Spare Tire Removal The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. in the cargo area. Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2.
362 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. WARNING! (Continued) 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle while the vehicle is being jacked.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful of motor traffic. • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground. • Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. 363 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 6 Jack Warning Label 1.
364 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in Step 3. Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 3. There are two front jacking locations and two rear jacking locations on each side of the body.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges. 365 9. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is free. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly and stow it in the spare tire area. Secure the assembly using the means provided. WARNING! NOTE: The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel nuts.
366 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 11. Check the tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure as required. JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jumpstarted using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 367 Preparations for Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment below the air intake duct. To access the battery remove the air intake duct by turning the two finger screws, located on the radiator support.
368 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured. • Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury. 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 5.
370 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the from the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. front wheels.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! (Continued) • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring). WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone.
372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. Manual Transaxle • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) or All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL. • FWD vehicles can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • FWD or AWD vehicles can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position. A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised. Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. 373 Battery power is required to release the brake/ transmission interlock system (automatic transmission only).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.0L . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 䡵 Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382 䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.4L . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 ▫ Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . 379 ▫ Engine Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . 379 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . .
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391 䡵 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393 䡵 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413 ▫ Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398 ▫ Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413 ▫ Automatic Transaxle (CVT) – If Equipped . . . 400 ▫ Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.
378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.
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 transaxle 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.
380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replacement.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine the ignition or start the engine.
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE Your authorized 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 may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these components as the chemicals can damage your engine, transaxle, power steering or air conditioning. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE when the reading is at the low end of the indicated range Engine Oil Selection will result in the oil level at the full end of the indicator For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the range. manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API CerCAUTION! tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Do not overfill the engine.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler cap also states the recommended engine oil viscosity grade for your engine.
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE station, or governmental agency for advice on how and Engine Air Cleaner Filter where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information. your area. Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change. WARNING! The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the maintenance-free battery is permanently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic maintenance required. WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water.
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! • If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger to the battery. Do not use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage. Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air conditioning components. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced repairman. 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.
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR威 NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies dependLock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering, lock cylinder. marks, water lines or wet spots.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system, or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged, have a competent technician inspect the complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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. CAUTION! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. 393 WARNING! (Continued) • 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, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for leaks. Cooling System – Drain, Flush And Refill Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information. If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze). Use of Propylene Glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended. Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up to five years or 102,000 miles (170 000 km) before replacement.
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and will require more frequent coolant changes. Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant (antifreeze) and to ensure that engine coolant (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery bottle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately. Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate.
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter the coolant recovery bottle. If engine coolant (antioperation. If replacement is ever necessary, install freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services, or immediately if the brake system warning light is on. 399 fluid reservoir is low and the brake system does not indicate any leaks or other problems, it may be a result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system. See your local authorized dealer for service.
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could result in a accident.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fluid which has been formulated with special metal to metal friction coefficient additives to provide the proper steel belt traction on the drive and driven pulleys. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. 401 Special Additives Do not add any materials (other than leak detection dyes) to Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT) Fluid (CVTF+4威).
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3/16 in (4.7 mm) below the bottom of the hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Frequency Of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – AWD/4WD Models Only Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Fluid Level Check Visually inspected the unit at each oil change for leakage. If leakage is detected, Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level should be maintained between the bottom of the fill hole to 1/8 in (4 mm) below the fill hole.
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The most common causes of corrosion are: • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. • Stone and gravel impact. • Insects, tree sap and tar. • Salt in the air near sea coast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. Washing • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR威 Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges • Use MOPAR威 Touch Up Paint or equivalent on of the doors, rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer open. has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, Wheel And Wheel Trim Care touch them up immediately.
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – Interior Care Use MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric If Equipped Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- upholstery and carpeting. ner: Use MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl • Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting upholstery. with a clean, dry towel. MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom• Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. with MOPAR威 Glass Cleaner or any commercial Many are potentially flammable, and if used in household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear winclosed areas, they may cause respiratory harm. dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna.
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Bezels CAUTION! When installing hanging air fresheners in your vehicle, read the installation instructions carefully. Some air fresheners will damage the finish of painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly contact any surface. Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the seat belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE inside of the cover. Refer to “Engine Compartment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge MiniFuse Fuse 16 15 Amp Lt Blue 17 18 19 20 21 22 10 Amp Red 40 Amp Green 20 Amp Yellow 15 Amp Lt Blue 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red Description IGN Run/Acc Dome Lamp/Sunroof/Rear Wiper Motor/ACC Inverter IOD Feed Mod-Wcm ASD Relay Contact PWR Feed PWR Amp 1 & Amp 2 Feed IOD Feed Radio IOD Feed Intrus Mod/Siren – If Equipped IGN RUN Heat/AC/ Compass Sensor Cavity Cartridge MiniFuse Fuse 23 15 Amp Lt Blue 24 15 Amp Lt Blue 25 10 Amp Red 26 15 Amp Lt Blue 27 10 Amp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge MiniFuse Fuse 31 10 Amp Red 32 30 Amp Pink 33 34 35 36 37 10 Amp Red 30 Amp Pink 40 Amp Green 30 Amp Pink Description Headlamp Washer Relay Control – If Equipped ENG ASD Control Feed 1 ABS MOD/J1962 Conn/PCM ABS Valve Feed ABS Pump Feed 25 Amp Natural Headlamp/Washer Control/Smart Glass – If Equipped Diesel Fuel Heater – If Equipped 411 CAUTION! • When installing the IPM cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched.
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution LIGHTS BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw). Low Beam/High Beam Headlamp . . . . . . . . . . . . H13 Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Lamp . . . 3757KA • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSX24W Center High Mounted Stop Lamp REPLACEMENT BULBS All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. (CHMSL) . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamps 413 2. Reach into the engine compartment and pull the red lock out at the green connector. 1. Raise the hood and locate the connector behind the headlamp.
414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove green connector from back of bulb by pulling 4. Twist the bulb to the left. straight back.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Pull bulb outward from assembly. 415 NOTE: These are halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch the bulb with your fingers. Body oils from your fingers could cause excessive heat buildup which reduces bulb life. Fog Lamps 1. Access lamp through the lower fascia cutout. 2. Remove electrical connector from bulb. 3. Remove bulb from housing.
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tail Lamp, Rear Turn Signal and Backup Lamp 1. Remove the two push-pins from the taillamp housing. 2. Grasp the taillamp and pull firmly to disengage the lamp from the aperture panel. 3. Twist and remove socket from lamp.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove bulb from socket and replace. 417 License Lamps 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate.
418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 3. Pull bulb from socket.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Light is an LED assembly. See your authorized dealer for replacement. Off-Road Lamp 1. Remove the three screws attaching the lens to the housing.
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Unlatch the wire clasp securing the bulb into the 3. Disconnect the bulb from the lamp harness to replace housing and rotate it into the position shown. the bulb.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) Cooling System * 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR威 Engine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. U.S. 13.6 Gallons Metric 51.5 Liters 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters 7.2 Quarts 6.
422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs Fuel Selection Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 Chassis Component Automatic Transaxle (CVT) – If Equipped Manual Transaxle – If Equipped Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR威 CVTF+4威 MOPAR威 ATF+4威 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4威 product. MOPAR威 Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent non-synthetic product.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance . . . . . . 426 䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . .
M A I N T E N A N C E 426 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emissions control system. These and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s oil if it has been six months since your last oil change and even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illuminated.
M A I N T E N A N C E 428 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month • Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals • Check the manual transaxle fluid level. as required. • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering — add as needed. S C H • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct E operation.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Date Dealer Code 429 M 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
M 430 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or N T 18 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate tires. C E 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
M 432 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or N T 42 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate tires. C E 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 433 M A I N T E N A N C E 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.
M 434 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. T E ❏ Rotate tires. N ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. A ❏ Replace the spark plugs. N ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. C ❏ Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. E ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter. S C H E D U L E S 8 ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ Replace rear drive assembly (RDA) fluid.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter. ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system.
M 436 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or N T 78 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate tires. C E 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter. ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system.
M 438 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or N T 102 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate tires. C ❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant if E not done at 60 months. S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Date Dealer Code 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.
M 440 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. T E ❏ Rotate tires. N ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. A ❏ Replace the spark plugs. N ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. C ❏ Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. E ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter. S C H E D U L E S 8 ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 126 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Date Dealer Code 441 M 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
M 442 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or N T 138 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate tires. C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Date Dealer Code 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs. ❏ Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 447 ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) . . . . . . . . . . . . 449 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . 447 ▫ Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 449 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 447 䡵 Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only) . . . .
446 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453 ▫ Treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453 ▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453 ▫ Temperature Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 447 the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the for an appointment. right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE warranty.
448 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 solved with this process. Phone: (800) 992-1997 • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 1621 ship. 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.
450 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns. WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, and the manufacturer. 451 Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9.
452 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE vehicle, system, and/or components is written in • Owner’s Manuals straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the and charts. assistance of service and engineering specialists to • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC vehicles.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were 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 vehicle. 453 significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate.
454 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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456 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 395 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390 Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 386 Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 457 360 400 284 401 285 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296,398 Brake/Transmission Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283 Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . 80 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412,413 Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83,412 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . 24 Belts, Seat . . .
458 INDEX Cargo Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Cargo Load Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Carrier, Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93,259 Center High Mounted Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 419 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Disposal of Used Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396 Drain, Flush, and Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397 Points to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396,397 Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . 394 Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403 Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
460 INDEX Electronic Stability Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Traction Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . 148 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . . 196 Emergency, In Case of Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat Tire Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423 Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 421 Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Fluids . .
462 INDEX Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407 High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch . . . . . . . . 143 Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413 Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Immobilizer (Sentry Key) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Infant Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Information Center, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Inside Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Instrument Panel and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Instrument Panel Cover . . . . . . . .
464 INDEX License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83,140 Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57,64,70,82,184 Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . . . 194 Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 465 Map/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Locks Child Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Master Cylinder (Brakes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Electric Powered .
466 INDEX Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190,192 Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383,421 Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 421 Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Checking . . . . . .
INDEX Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423 Power Transfer Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Preparation for Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 Pretensioners Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Programmable Electronic Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Radial Ply Tires . . . . .
468 INDEX Roll Over Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 450 Safety, Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Safety Information, Tire . . . .
INDEX Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 447 Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 449 Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 451 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208,222,224,227,236 Settings, Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Side Airbag . . . . . . . .
470 INDEX System, Remote Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Taillights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416 Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . . . . . . . 264 Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . . . . . . . 189,359 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . .
INDEX Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tread Wear Indicators . . . . Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-Hour Towing Assistance Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recreational . . . . . . . . . . . Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Towing Assistance . . . . . . . . Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . Cooling System Tips . . . . . Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Minimum Requirements . .
472 INDEX Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector Universal Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453 247 152 335 Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Variance, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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