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Fiat 500 Abarth Owner's Manual

Manual is about: 2013

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    Table of contents section page 1 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 things to know before starting your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 3 understanding the featu...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction contents 䡵 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 䡵 vehicle identification number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 䡵 vehicle modifica...

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    Introduction congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be as- sured that it represents precision workmanship, distinc- tive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This owner’s manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering spe...

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    1 introduction 5.

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    Warnings and cautions this owner’s manual contains warnings against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains cautions against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important info...

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    Vehicle modifications/alterations warning! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death. 1 introduction 7.

  • Page 9: Contents

    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ▫ ignition key removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ▫ locking doors with a key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ▫ key-in-ignition reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 䡵 sen...

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    ▫ power window switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 䡵 liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 䡵 occupant restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 ▫ lap/shoulder belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 ▫ lap/shoulder belt untwisting procedu...

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    A word about your keys the key fob contains the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter with an integrated key (metal bladed key for mechanical backup). To use the mechanical key simply press the mechanical key release button. The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key code numbers to or...

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    4. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder. 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. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could op...

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    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 “body lubrication” in “maintaining your vehicle” for maintenance information. Key-in-ignition reminder opening the driver’s door wh...

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    Caution! • always remove the sentry key威 from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- tended. • the sentry key威 immobilizer system is not com- patible with some after-market remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in ve- hicle starting problems and loss of secu...

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    • this device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation. Note: changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Remote keyless entry...

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    Within five seconds, to unlock all doors and the liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. Remote key unlock, driver door/all first press this feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or...

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    To lock the doors and liftgate press and release the lock button on the rke transmit- ter to lock all doors and the liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. Programming additional transmitters refer to sentry key 威 “customer key programming.” if ...

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    1. Press the mechanical key release button and release the mechanical key to access the battery case screw located on the side of the key fob. 2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the key fob using a small screwdriver. Mechanical key release button 18 things to know before starting your vehicl...

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    3. Take out the battery case. Remove and replace the battery observing its polarity. 4. Refit the battery case inside the key fob and turn the screw to lock it into place. Door locks the door locks can be manually locked or unlocked from inside the vehicle by using the door handle. If the door handl...

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    Warning! • do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. • 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. • when leav...

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    Automatic door locks (autoclose) — if equipped the doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if all of the following conditions are met: • the auto lock feature is enabled. • all doors are closed. • the vehicle speed is above 12 mph (20 km/h). • the doors were not previously lo...

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    Power windows power window switches there are single window controls located on the shifter bezel, below the climate controls, which operate the driver and passenger door windows. The window con- trols will operate when the ignition switch is in the on/run position. Warning! Never leave children in ...

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    Detent, release, and the window will go down automati- cally. To cancel the auto-down movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch. Wind buffeting wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ear...

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    Warning! • driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. • if you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are...

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    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 please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as ...

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    If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. (refer to “child restraints”) you should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you...

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    Warning! (continued) • being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during advanced front airbag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air- bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • side airb...

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    Of 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 seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with combination lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock du...

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    Warning! (continued) • wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in an accident much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instruc- tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too. • two ...

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    3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 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 bel...

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    Warning! (continued) • a belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in an accident, 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 s...

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    Warning! • a lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in an accident. 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 will not protect you properly. In a collis...

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    1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The ...

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    Out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a ⬙click.⬙ automatic locking retractor mode (alr) — if equipped in this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked. The belt will still ret...

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    Warning! • the belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly automatic locking re- tractor (alr) feature or any other seat belt func- tion is not working properly when checked ac- cording to the procedures in the service manual. • failure to replace the belt and retractor as...

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    Enhanced seat belt use reminder system (beltalert 姞 ) beltalert 威 is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger beltalert 威) to fasten their seatbelts. This feature is active whenever the ignition is on. At ignition on, if the driver or front seat p...

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    Note: after entering the menu, an action must be taken within 45 seconds or the menu will disappear. 1. Turn ignition to the on/run or start position. 2. Press the appropriate customer programmable but- tons located on the instrument cluster as follows. 3. Press the menu button (bottom button). The ...

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    Warning! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in an accident. Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed. Seat belts and pregnant women we r...

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    Note: these airbags are certified to the federal regu- lations for advanced airbags. The advanced front airbags are designed to allow the airbags to have different inflation levels based on the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track...

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    This vehicle is equipped with supplemental seat- mounted side airbags (sab). The sab are marked with an airbag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats. Note: • airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during airbag deployment. • after any accident, the v...

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    Warning! • no objects should be placed over or near the airbag on the instrument panel, because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the airbag to inflate. • do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to open them manually. You ...

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    When the airbag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each airbag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left airbag only and a right-side impact deploys the right airbag only. Supplemental side airbag inflatable curtain (sabic) supplemental s...

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    The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- brated to deploy the seat-mounted side airbags (sab) and sabic during impacts that require airbag occupant protection. Warning! • your vehicle is equipped with left and right sabic, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the...

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    Along with seat belts and pretensioners, advanced front airbags work with the supplemental driver side knee airbag and the passenger side knee bolster to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Seat-mounted side airbags (sab) and supplemental side airbag inflatable curtains (...

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    The side airbags will not deploy in all side collisions. Side airbag deployment will depend on the severity and type of collision. Because airbag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an airbag should have dep...

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    Warning! Ignoring the airbag warning light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have an...

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    Driver side knee airbag. The trim cover separates and folds out of the way allowing the airbag to inflate to the full size. The airbag fully inflates in about 15 to 20 milliseconds. The supplemental driver side knee airbag gas is vented through small vent holes in the side of airbag. Supplemental se...

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    To blink your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the side curtain airbag inflates. This especially applies to children. The side curtain airbag is about 3-1/2 in (9 cm) thick when it is inflated. Because airba...

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    System reset procedure after an impact causing airbag deployment, the left and right turn signal lights, located in the instrument panel cluster, will both be blinking, until the ignition is turned off. Customer action customer will see 1. Turn ignition off. (turn signal switch must be placed in neu...

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    Customer action customer will see 7. Turn left turn signal switch off. (turn signal switch must be placed in neutral state). Left turn light is off. Right turn light is off. 8. Turn ignition off. System is now reset and the engine may be started. 9. Turn hazard flashers off (manually). If a reset pr...

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    Airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, fol...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not attempt to modify any part of your airbag system. The airbag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any airbag system service. If your seat, including your trim cover and cushion, ne...

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    Located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good. Event data recorder (edr) this vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (edr). The main purpose of an edr is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, su...

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    Such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the edr. Child restraints everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times, including babies and children. Every state in the united states, and all canadian provinc...

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    Of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and convertible child seats. Both types of child restraints are held 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 chi...

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    • if the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back. Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint: • before buying any restraint system, make sure th...

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    To fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s cushion while the child’s back is against the seatback, they should use a belt positioning booster seat. The child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/ shoulder belt. Warning! • impro...

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    Kits or retrofit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re- straint in any vehicle. Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be in- stalled in the outboard positions only. If you are installing latch-compatible child restraints in adjacen...

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    Installing the latch – compatible child restraint system we urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that are provid...

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    Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also b...

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    That the seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with them. In addition, never leave unattended children in the vehicle. Warning! Improper installation of a child restraint to the latch anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or ...

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    Extract all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. As the belt retracts, you will hear a ratcheting sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. 2. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion...

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    • if necessary, move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchor. • attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the tether anchor. Remove slack in the tether strap accord- ing to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Note: ensure that the tether strap does no...

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    Engine break-in recommendations a long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While crui...

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    Warning! (continued) • 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 seri- ously injured or killed. • do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and se...

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    If you are required to drive with the trunk/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. The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exha...

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    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. Floor mat safety information always use floor mats designed ...

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    Warning! (continued) • always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob- jects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control. • if required, mounting posts must be properly installed, if not equipped...

  • Page 69: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . . 72 ▫ power mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74...

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    䡵 lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 ▫ multifunction lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 ▫ headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 ▫ high beams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 ▫ flash-to-pass . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ failure indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 ▫ cleaning the rear park assist system . . . . . 106 ▫ park assist system usage precautions . . . . . 107 䡵 power sunroof — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 ▫ to open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 ▫ to...

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    Mirrors inside day/night mirror the mirror can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night pos...

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    To the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate. Caution! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean ...

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    Power mirrors the power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. The power mirror controls consist of mirror select switch and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a mirror, press the mirror select switch to either the l (left) or r (right) to select the mirror you need to...

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    Spotter mirror — if equipped some models are equipped with a driver’s side spotter mirror. The spotter mirror allows for a greater range of visibility on the drivers side of the vehicle. Folding mirrors the exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to pivot forward or rearward to help avoid da...

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    Sun visors the driver and passenger sun visors are located on the headliner, near the front windshield. The sun visor can be rotated downward or up against the door glass. Courtesy mirrors the passenger side sun visor comes equipped with a courtesy mirror. Hands-free phone — if equipped overview win...

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    (even if you keep it in your pocket or bag) without having to take your eyes off the road or removing your hands from the steering wheel. To use voice commands you are not required to train the voice recognition system to recognize your voice. This implies that the system is nearly equally performin...

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    Mobile phone while driving, even if your mobile device does not feature this capability. You can also interact with your mobile phone manually and visually using the steering wheel controls and the instrument panel multi- function display. For further details on the mobile phones supported by blue&m...

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    List or directly pronouncing the phone number, to answer a call and also to answer another incoming phone call. • to interact with blue&me™ you can use either buttons on the steering wheel and voice commands. With voice recognition, you can perform system function by speaking voice commands, also id...

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    • to answer a call — you can answer an incoming call by pressing the main/phone button on the steering wheel. • conference call — you can call another contact while you are engaged in a phone conversation (with bluetooth 威 phones supporting this option). • call waiting — while engaged in a phone con...

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    Note: not all mobile phones support the sms text message reader function or automatic phonebook trans- fer via bluetooth 威. Consult www.Fiatusa.Com for further information on the list of compatible mobile phones. Message reader functions are managed by the control buttons on the steering wheel or by...

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    In this way, while you are driving you can play your favorite personal music collections. • ipod威 player — see dedicated paragraph under media player functions. The media player enables the following operations: • digital audio playback — you can play all your digital audio files (.Mp3,.Wma,.Wav,.Aa...

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    Warning! • operating certain parts of this system while driv- ing can distract your attention away from the road, and possibly cause an accident or other serious consequences; for this reason certain functions shall be disabled by the blue&me™ system until driving conditions are secure and, if requi...

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    Warning! • it is 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. In a collision...

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    Warning! • adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious injury or death could...

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    Seat height adjustment the driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. Pump the lever upward to raise the seat height, or pump the lever downward to lower the seat height. Ez entry feature the driver and front passenger seats have an ez e...

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    Lift the seatback upright and push the seat rearward to its locked position once the rear passengers are seated. Memory feature the drivers seat also has a memory feature. After using the ez entry function, the seatback and the adjuster will re-lock into the position it was originally adjusted to. H...

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    Caution! Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heating element and/or degrade the material of the seat. Head restraints head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top...

  • Page 89

    To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. The ahrs will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact. If the ahrs do ...

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    Rear head restraints to raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. Refer to “occupant restraints” in “things to know before starting your vehicle”...

  • Page 91

    2. Rotate the safety catch under the front edge of the hood, near the center, and raise the hood. Lift the hood prop rod that clips to the right side (left side when standing in front of the hood) of the engine compartment. Place the hood prop rod in the hole of hood hinge to secure the hood in the ...

  • Page 92

    Warning! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death. Caution! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the ho...

  • Page 93

    Note: when the headlights are turned on, the daytime running lights will be deactivated. High beams with the low beams activated, push the multifunc- tion lever towards the instrument panel to turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to turn off the high beams. ...

  • Page 94

    The drl function can be turned on or off using the display menus. Refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further information. Turn signals push the multifunction lever upward to signal a right turn or downward to signal a left turn. The c...

  • Page 95

    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. Follow me home/headlight delay when this feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for a preset...

  • Page 96

    Caution! Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the switch is in the center position or that the lights are off. Make sure that the interior lights are off when the doors are closed to avoid draining the battery. Interior light timing (center position) there are three different modes of oper...

  • Page 97

    Press the switch once to turn the front fog lights on. Press the switch a second time to turn the front fog lights off. Windshield wipers and washers the windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. Note: the windshield wipers/washers will only oper- ate with th...

  • Page 98

    Caution! • turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off. • in cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the “park” position befo...

  • Page 99

    From a passing vehicle. This operation will continue until the lever is released. When the lever is released, the wipers will return to the off position and automatically shut off. Front windshield washer operation pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the steering wheel to activate the wash...

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    Rear windshield washer operation push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the instrument panel to activate the rear washer and a single wipe of the rear window. Push and hold the lever for more than a half second and the wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is rel...

  • Page 101

    Warning! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle. Failure to follow this war...

  • Page 102

    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 light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the on/off button a second time. The cru...

  • Page 103

    To resume speed to resume a previously set speed, push the res (+) button and release. Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph (32 km/h). To vary the speed setting when the electronic speed control is set, you can in- crease speed by pushing the res (+) button. If the button is continually pres...

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    On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without electronic speed control. Warning! Electronic speed control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose cont...

  • Page 105

    The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corre- sponds to the maximum height of an obstacle that would clear the underside of the car during the parking maneuver. Rear park assist alerts if an obstacle is behind the vehicle when reverse gear is engaged, an audible alert is activated. The tones em...

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    While audible signals are emitted, the audio system is not muted. The audible signal is cut out immediately if the distance increases. The tone cycle remains constant if the distance measured by the inner sensors is constant. If this condi- tion occurs for the external sensors, the signal is cut off...

  • Page 107

    Park assist system usage precautions note: • ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, dirt and debris to keep the rear park assist system operating properly. • jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could affect the performance of rear park assist. • clean the rear park assist...

  • Page 108

    Warning! • drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the rear park assist system. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots be- fore backing up. You are responsible for safet...

  • Page 109

    Power sunroof — if equipped the power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead console. Warning! • never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof s...

  • Page 110

    To open press the power sunroof switch rearward and the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Press the switch a second time and release and the sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called “express open”. During express open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will...

  • Page 111

    Electrical power outlets there is a standard 12 volt (13 amp) power outlet, located in the floor console, for added convenience. This power outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and other low power devices. Power is available when the ignition switch is in the on/run or start position. Insert ...

  • Page 112

    Caution! • do not exceed the maximum power of 160 watts (13 amps) at 12 volts. If the 160 watt (13 amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. • power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as thi...

  • Page 113

    Warning! To avoid serious injury or death: • only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 volt outlet. • do not touch with wet hands. • close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle. • if this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock a...

  • Page 114

    Cigar lighter — if equipped warning! When the cigar lighter is in use it becomes very hot. To avoid serious injury, handle the cigar lighter with care. Always check that the cigar lighter has turned off. Cupholders for the driver and front passenger, cupholders are lo- cated on the floor console bet...

  • Page 115

    For rear passengers, there are cupholders located on the floor between the front driver and passenger seats. Storage glove box compartment the glove box is located on the right side of the instru- ment panel. Pull outward on the door latch to open the glove box. Push the glove box door upward to clo...

  • Page 116

    Passenger seat storage — if equipped some models may be equipped with storage under the front passenger seat. Pull outward on the latch to open the storage compartment. Cargo area features the rear seatbacks have a fold down feature to allow increased cargo capacity. Push down the release button, lo...

  • Page 117

    Rear seat release buttons folded rear seats 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 117.

  • Page 118

    Rear window features rear window defroster the rear window defroster button is located in the center of the instrument panel, below the radio. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster. An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defr...

  • Page 119: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 123 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) . . 135 ▫ evic contro...

  • Page 120

    ▫ quick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 ▫ functions and adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 ▫ radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 ▫ sirius satellite radio — if equipped . . . . ....

  • Page 121

    Instrument panel features 1 — side vent 7 — passenger air bag 13 — storage compartment 2 — multifunction lever – light control 8 — glove compartment 14 — shift lever 3 — instrument cluster and warning lights 9 — rear defrost button 15 — sport button 4 — windshield wiper, washer, trip computer 10 — h...

  • Page 122

    Instrument cluster 122 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 123

    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Glow plug light — if equipped the glow plug light will flash during engine oil viscosity sensor measurement in cold weather. During this measurement (up to 10 seconds), the starter will be disabled. If the measured oil viscosity is ok, the light will go out and the...

  • Page 124

    Caution! (continued) • keep all objects a safe distance from the window. 3. Front fog light indicator — if equipped this indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. 4. Low fuel light when the fuel level reaches approximately 1.0 gal- lon (3.8l) this light will turn on, and remain on ...

  • Page 125

    9. Airbag warning light this light will turn on for four seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to on/run. If the light is either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, then have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer t...

  • Page 126

    13. Power steering system warning this light is used to manage the electrical warning of the eps (power steering system). Refer to “power steering” in “starting and operating” for further information. 14. Electronic throttle control (etc) light this light informs you of a problem with the electronic...

  • Page 127

    Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fue...

  • Page 128

    Caution! The tpms has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. Tpms pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- placement equipment that is not of the same size, t...

  • Page 129

    Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the mil after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require to...

  • Page 130

    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. 20. Brake warning light this light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake warni...

  • Page 131

    Vehicles equipped with the anti-lock brake system (abs), are also equipped with electronic brake force distribution (ebd). In the event of an ebd failure, the brake warning light will turn on along with the abs light. Immediate repair to the abs system is required. Operation of the brake warning lig...

  • Page 132

    Note: • the esc off indicator light and the esc activation/ malfunction indicator light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to on/run. • each time the ignition is turned to on/run, the esc system will be on, even if it was turned off previously. 23. Anti-lock brake (abs) ligh...

  • Page 133

    26. Temperature gauge the temperature digital scale shows engine coolant tem- perature. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily. The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain gra...

  • Page 134

    Repair technician should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was before the repair or service. It is a good idea for you to make...

  • Page 135

    30. Speedometer the speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per hour (mph) and/or kilometers per hour (km/h). Electronic vehicle information center (evic) the electronic vehicle information center (evic) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. The evic...

  • Page 136

    • outside temperature display • trip computer functions evic control buttons press the menu esc button briefly to access the menu and/or go to next screen or to confirm the required menu option. Press and hold the menu esc button (approxi- mately one second) to return to the main screen. Press the +...

  • Page 137

    • set time • set date • see radio • speed display • autoclose • units • language • buzzer volume • button volume • hill start • daylights (d.R.L.) • exit menu selecting an option of the main menu without submenu 1. Briefly press the menu esc button to select the main menu option to set. 2. Press the...

  • Page 138

    3. Briefly press the menu esc button to select the displayed submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu. 4. Press the + or – button (by single presses) to select the new setting for this submenu option. 5. Briefly press the menu esc button to store the new setting and go back to the previous...

  • Page 139

    Trip computer the trip computer is located in the instrument cluster. It features a driver-interactive display (displays informa- tion such as; trip information, range, fuel consumption, average speed and travel time). Trip functions both trip functions are resettable (reset — start of new trip). “t...

  • Page 140

    • the vehicle is parked for a long time with the engine running. Note: the range depends on several factors: driving style, type of route (freeway, residential, mountain roads, etc.), conditions of use of the car (load, tire pressure, etc.). Trip planning must take into account the above notes. Dist...

  • Page 141

    • when the “trip distance” reaches 9999.9 miles or kilometers or when the “travel time” reaches 99.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes), the system is reset auto- matically. • disconnecting/reconnecting the battery resets the system. Note: if the reset operation occurs in the presence of the screens concern...

  • Page 142

    To adjust the brightness, proceed as follows: 1. Press the + or – button to set the required brightness level. 2. Briefly press the menu esc button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the menu esc (approxi- mately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing settings. Speed ...

  • Page 143

    To cancel the setting, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the menu esc button. “on” will flash on the display. 2. Press the – button. “off” will flash on the display. 3. Briefly press the menu esc button to go back to the menu screen, or press and hold the menu esc button (approximately one second...

  • Page 144

    4. When accessing the “time” sub-menu item, briefly press the menu esc button and “hours” will flash on the display. 5. Press the + or – button for setting. 6. Briefly press the menu esc button and “minutes” will flash on the display. 7. Press the + or – button for setting. Note: • the setting will ...

  • Page 145

    3. Briefly press the menu esc button and “month” will flash on the display. 4. Press the + or – button for setting. 5. Briefly press the menu esc button and “day” will flash on the display. 6. Press the + or – button for setting. Note: the setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the ...

  • Page 146

    If the radio has blue&me™, refer to the appropriate “blue&me™ user’s manual” for further information. Autoclose (automatic door lock operation with car running) when activated (on), this function automatically locks the doors when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h). Proceed as follows to swi...

  • Page 147

    6. Briefly press the menu esc button to return to the sub-menu. 7. When accessing the “fuel economy” submenu, briefly press the menu esc button. Either “mpg,” “km/l ” or “l/100km” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting). If the distance unit set is “mi,” the fuel economy unit ...

  • Page 148

    3. Briefly press the menu esc button to go back to the menu screen, or press and hold the menu esc button (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing the settings. Buzzer volume (adjusting the failure/warning buzzer volume) with this function the volume of the buzzer acc...

  • Page 149

    Hill start assist this function is used when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. Hill start assist maintains the same level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the foot has been removed from the brake pedal. Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off...

  • Page 150

    Press the + button to return to the last menu option (daylights). Sales code (rab) radio introduction the radio has been designed according to the specifica- tions of the passenger compartment, with a personalized design to match the style of the dashboard. If the radio has blue&me™, refer to the ap...

  • Page 151

    Warning! High volume can be a risk for the driver and for other people in road traffic. Always adjust the volume so that you can still hear background noises. Care and maintenance clean the cover with a soft antistatic cloth only. Cleaning and polishing products could damage the surface. Cds the pre...

  • Page 152

    • do not use commercially available protective sheets for cds or discs, with stabilizers, etc. As they could get stuck in the internal mechanism and damage the disc. • if a copy-protected cd is used, it may take a few seconds before the system starts to play it. The cd player cannot be guaranteed to...

  • Page 153

    • a subwoofer under the right front seat. • an amplifier in the trunk on the right-hand side panel. • antenna on the car roof. • radio with cd/mp3 player. Quick guide radio controls button general functions mode on short button press off long button press tuner am, fm, sat (if equipped) source selec...

  • Page 154

    Button general functions mode (mute/pause button) volume activation/deactivation (mute/pause) short button press audio audio adjustments: low tones (bass), high tones (treble), left/ right balance (balance), front/ rear balance (fader) menu activation: short button press adjustment type selection: p...

  • Page 155

    Button radio functions mode radio station search: • automatic search • manual search automatic search: press buttons or (long press for fast for- ward) manual search: press buttons or (long press for fast for- ward) 1 2 3 4 5 current radio station storing long button press for memory pre- set 1 to 5...

  • Page 156

    General information the radio offers the following functions: radio section • pll tuning with fm/am/mw frequency bands • rds (radio data system) • automatic/manual station tuning • fm multipath detector • manual storing of 25 stations (base radio) and 40 stations (if equipped with satellite): 15 on ...

  • Page 157

    Cd/mp3 section • mp3-info function (id3-tag) • folder selection (previous/next) • track selection (forward/backward) • fast forward/rewind through tracks • mp3 display function: display of folder name, id3- tag information, time elapsed since the start of the track, name of the file • playing audio ...

  • Page 158

    Selecting the radio functions by pressing the tuner button briefly and repeatedly, the following audio sources can be selected cyclically: • am, fm and satellite bands (if equipped) selecting the cd function by briefly pressing the media button, the cd audio source can be selected (only if a cd is l...

  • Page 159

    Display will show the bass level value for the source activated at that time (e.G. In fm mode the display will show the wording “fm bass +2”). Use the buttons or to scroll through the menu functions. To change the setting of the selected function, use the or buttons. The current status of the select...

  • Page 160

    Balance adjustment proceed as follows: 1. Press audio button. 2. Press the or button to set “balance” in the audio menu. 3. Press the button to increase the sound from the right speakers or the button to increase the sound from the left speakers. By pressing the or buttons briefly, the levels will c...

  • Page 161

    Loudness function — if equipped the loudness function improves the volume of the sound while listening at low volumes, increasing the bass and treble. To activate/deactivate this function, select the “loud- ness” setting in the audio menu. The condition of the function (on or off) is shown on the di...

  • Page 162

    3. Use or buttons to select ⬙eq user.⬙ 4. Press menu button to start adjusting equalizer. 5. On the display a 7 bar graph will appears, in which each bar represents a frequency. Select the bar to be adjusted by using the or buttons. The selected bar will start to flash and it can be adjusted using o...

  • Page 163

    Speed volume function — if equipped this function automatically adapts the volume level to the speed of the car, turning up the volume when the speed increases to maintain the ratio with the noise level inside the passenger compartment. To activate/ deactivate the function, use the buttons. The word...

  • Page 164

    Note: • using the menu it is only possible to adjust the activation/deactivation of the function and not the minimum or maximum volume value. • if the battery charge is too low, the volume cannot be adjusted between the minimum and the maximum level. Radio off function this function makes it possibl...

  • Page 165

    Radio (tuner) introduction when the car radio is turned on, the last function that was selected before turning it off (radio, cd, cd mp3, aux) is activated. To select the radio function when another audio source is being listened to, briefly press the tuner button. Once the radio mode has been activ...

  • Page 166

    By pressing the preset button for more than 2 seconds, the tuned station will be stored. Pressing the a-b-c button will change between the preset memory group in the current frequency band. Automatic tuning briefly press the or button to start the auto- matic tuning search for the next station that ...

  • Page 167

    Sirius satellite radio with over 130 channels, sirius satellite radio brings you more of what you love. Get 69 channels of 100% commercial-free music, plus all of your favorite sports, news, talk and entertainment. Hear every nfl game, every nascar race, college sports and more. The big- gest and mo...

  • Page 168

    You can find sirius’ current terms and conditions at http://www.Sirius.Com. Re-subscribe to sirius satellite radio new vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to sirius satellite radio with your radio. Following expiration of the free services, it will be necessar...

  • Page 169

    Sirius subscription issues when replacing a sirius radio when a radio needs to be replaced, the dealer will need the sirius information to order a new radio (even if the sirius subscription has lapsed). The esn number con- tains 12 digits. The following are instructions for retrieving the esn from f...

  • Page 170

    It is advisable to use original cds to ensure optimal playing. If cd-r/rws are used, we recommend using good quality media that are burned at the slowest speed possible. Cd loading/ejecting to load the cd, insert it gently into the slot to activate the motorized loading system, which will position i...

  • Page 171

    A cd which cannot be read will not be ejected until these functions are over. At the end, with the cd mode activated, the display will show the wording “cd disc error” for a few seconds and then the cd will be ejected. Display information when the cd player is operating, information will ap- pear on...

  • Page 172

    Note: layer-3 audio decoding technology is licensed from fraunhofer iis and thomson multimedia. Mp3 mode in addition to playing regular audio cds, the radio is also enabled to play cdroms on which compressed audio files have been recorded in an mp3 format. To guarantee optimal reproduction, it is ad...

  • Page 173

    Move to the mp3 session while playing by keeping the cd button pressed for more than 2 seconds. Note: when the function is activated the radio may take a few seconds to start playing. While checking the disc the display will show “cd reading.” if no mp3 files are detected, the radio will resume play...

  • Page 174

    • if the mp3 files on a cd-rom are structured in sub-folders their structure is compressed to a single level structure, where the sub-folders are taken to the level of the main folders. Troubleshooting general sound volume low the fader function should be adjusted to the values “f” (front) only to p...

  • Page 175

    Operating instructions — hands-free phone (if equipped) refer to the appropriate “blue&me™ user’s manual” for further information. Personal/portable navigation device (pnd) — if equipped a personal/portable navigation device (pnd) is avail- able as optional equipment for this vehicle, refer to the n...

  • Page 176

    Steering wheel audio controls the remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pr...

  • Page 177

    Radio operation pressing the top of the switch will “seek” up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will “seek” down for the next listenable station. The button located in the center of the left-hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- gram...

  • Page 178

    6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high. Note: if you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged (i.E., scratched, reflective coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have pr...

  • Page 179

    1. Temperature control rotate this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the dial to the left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures, while rotating to the right into the red area indicates warmer temperatures. 2. Blower cont...

  • Page 180

    • bi-level air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. • floor air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demister outlets. • mix air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works b...

  • Page 181

    Operating tips chart 4 understanding your instrument panel 181.

  • Page 182

    Single-zone automatic temperature control (atc) — if equipped • the automatic temperature control (atc) allows the driver to select individual comfort settings. • the system provides set-and-forget operation for op- timum comfort and convenience. • the system can be controlled manually, if desired. ...

  • Page 183

    2. A/c button press and release to change the current air conditioning (a/c) setting. Performing this function will cause the atc to switch into manual mode. 3. Temperature control up button provides temperature up control. Push the button for warmer temperature settings. 4. Blower control up button...

  • Page 184

    9. Blower control down button there are 12 blower speeds. The blower speed decreases as you press this button. Performing this function will cause the atc to switch into manual mode. 10. Temperature control down button provides temperature down control. Push the button for cooler temperature setting...

  • Page 185

    Note: • it is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible. • the temperature can be displayed in u.S. Or metric units by selecting the us/m customer-programmabl...

  • Page 186

    Are selected. This allows the front occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the auto mode. The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by selecting one of the following positions. Panel mode air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of...

  • Page 187

    Note: while operating in the other modes, the system will not automatically sense the presence of fog, mist or ice on the windshield. Defrost mode must be manually selected to clear the windshield and side glass. Air conditioning (a/c) the air conditioning (a/c) button allows the operator to manuall...

  • Page 188

    Operating tips window fogging windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it’s rainy or humid. In most cases, turning the air conditioning (pressing the a/c button) on will clear the fog. Adjust the temperature cont...

  • Page 189

    Vacation storage anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.E., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air using the high blower setting. This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility o...

  • Page 191: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 ▫ manual transmission – if equipped . . . . . . . 195 ▫ automatic transmission – if equipped . . . . . 195 ▫ normal starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 ▫ cold weather . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 192

    ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 䡵 driving on slippery surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 ▫ acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 ▫ traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 䡵 driving through water . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 193

    ▫ tire loading and tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . 227 䡵 tires — general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 ▫ tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 ▫ tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 ▫ tire pressures for high speed operation . . . 233 ▫ ...

  • Page 194

    ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . 252 䡵 trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 䡵 recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 ▫ towing this vehicle behind another vehicle . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 195

    Starting procedures before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Warning! Never leave children in the vehicle alone. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. The child or others could be seri...

  • Page 196

    Cold weather to prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures, this vehicle uses a viscosity sensor to determine the thickness of the oil before the engine is allowed to start. During the viscosity measurement (up to 10 seconds), the glow plug light will be continuously illuminat...

  • Page 197

    Warning! (continued) • do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the veh...

  • Page 198

    Manual transmission — if equipped five-speed manual transmission warning! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied. The parking brake should al- ways be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle, especially on an incline. F...

  • Page 199

    Use each gear in numerical order; do not skip a gear. Be sure the transmission is in first gear, not third, when starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch can result from starting in third gear. For most city driving, you will find it easier to use only the lower gears. For steady high...

  • Page 200

    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. To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, shift down to second or first gear when descending a steep grade. When turning a corner or drivi...

  • Page 201

    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 s...

  • Page 202

    Gear ranges do not race the engine when shifting from park or neutral position 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 leav...

  • Page 203

    Warning! (continued) • 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 ignition key in the ignition switch. A child could operate power windows, other con...

  • Page 204

    Warning! Do not coast in neutral and never turn off the ignition switch to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. Drive this range is used for most city and highway dri...

  • Page 205

    Into a higher gear if the engine speed is too low. An audible beep will sound if an inappropriate gear is selected. • when coming to a stop the transmission will down- shift through the gears based on vehicle speed. When the vehicle is at a stop, first gear will be selected. • starting out in second...

  • Page 206

    Driving on slippery surfaces acceleration rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati- cally to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the front (driving) wheels. Warning! ...

  • Page 207

    Driving through water driving through water more than a few inches/ centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Flowing/rising water warning! Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flow...

  • Page 208

    Caution! (continued) • driving through standing water may cause dam- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.E., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.E., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through st...

  • Page 209

    Power steering the standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability 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 t...

  • Page 210

    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 switc...

  • Page 211

    Warning! (continued) • be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and a collision. • always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury. Also, be certain to leave a manual transmiss...

  • Page 212

    1. To activate the sport mode, press the sport button. Once activated, a sport message will be displayed in the instrument cluster. 2. Momentarily release the accelerator pedal. 3. Press the accelerator pedal again to activate. Automatic transmission – if equipped the sport mode increases steering f...

  • Page 213

    Once activated, a sport message will be displayed in the instrument cluster. 2. Press the sport button again to return to the standard driving mode. Brake system in the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example; repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still fun...

  • Page 214

    Modulate hydraulic pressure, to prevent wheel lock-up and to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. The system’s pump motor runs during an abs stop to provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation, which is normal. The abs includes an amber abs wa...

  • Page 215

    Warning! (continued) • the abs cannot prevent collisions, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydro- planing. • the capabilities of an abs-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which could jeopardize...

  • Page 216

    System detects an emergency braking situation by sens- ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce braking distances. The bas complements the anti-lock brake system (abs). Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best bas ...

  • Page 217

    Brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if tcs and esc are in the partial off mode. Refer to “electronic stability con- trol (esc)” in this section for further information. Hill start assist (hs...

  • Page 218

    Warning! There may be situations on minor hills (i.E., less than 8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system will not activate and slight rolling may occur. This could cause a collision with another vehicle or object. Always remember the driver is responsible for braking ...

  • Page 219

    Esc operating modes the esc system has two available operating modes. Full on this is the normal operating mode for esc. Whenever the vehicle is started, the esc system will be in on mode. Esc off switch (manual transmission) esc off switch (automatic transmission) 5 starting and operating 219.

  • Page 220

    This mode should be used for most driving situations. Esc should only be turned to partial off for specific reasons as noted below. Partial off this mode is entered by momentarily pressing the esc off switch. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand or gravel conditions ...

  • Page 221

    Esc activation/malfunction indicator light and esc off indicator light the esc activation/malfunction indicator light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the mar (acc/on/run) position for four seconds. If the esc activation/malfunction indicator light comes o...

  • Page 222

    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 designa- tion. Example: p215/65r15 95h. • european-metric tire sizing is based on european design standar...

  • Page 223

    Tires designed to this standard have the letter “t” or “s”molded into the sidewall preceding the size desig- nation. Example: t145/80d18 103m. • high flotation tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 r15 lt. Tire s...

  • Page 224

    Example: 15 = rim diameter in inches (in) 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 cond...

  • Page 225

    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. Look for the tin on the outboard side of...

  • Page 226

    Tire terminology and definitions term definition b-pillar 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 pressure cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after ...

  • Page 227

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side b-pillar. Tire and loading information placard this placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total wei...

  • Page 228

    Loading the vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the tire and loading informati...

  • Page 229

    5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult th...

  • Page 230

    230 starting and operating.

  • Page 231

    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 pressur...

  • Page 232

    Warning! (continued) • unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. Economy improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns...

  • Page 233

    Defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres- sure molded into the tire sidewall. Check tire pressures more often...

  • Page 234

    Warning! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. You could have a serious accident. Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h). Radial-ply tires warning! C...

  • Page 235

    Warning! (continued) • temporary use spare tires have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indica- tors, 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...

  • Page 236

    Warning! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. 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 d...

  • Page 237

    Life of tire the service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • driving style • tire pressure • distance driven warning! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can resul...

  • Page 238

    Warning! • 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 sus- pension dimensions and performance characteris- tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can caus...

  • Page 239

    Caution! To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: • use security chain company (scc) scc z6 low profile or equivalent chains on 185/55r15 tires only. • because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other suspension components, it is important that only c...

  • Page 240

    Tire rotation recommendations the tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat- terns. These effects can be reduced by timely...

  • Page 241

    The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kpa) for every 12° f (6.5° c). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure afte...

  • Page 242

    Pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn on the tire pressure monitoring telltale light. Driving the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately 27 psi (186 kpa), but the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will still be on. In this situation, the tire pressure monitoring tel...

  • Page 243

    Note: • the tpms is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. • the tpms should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure. • driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat ...

  • Page 244

    • four tire pressure monitoring sensors • tire pressure monitoring telltale light tire pressure monitoring low pressure warnings the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will illumi- nate in the instrument cluster, an audible chime will be activated, and the “check tire pressure” text message wil...

  • Page 245

    5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with tpm sensors. Note: your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare wheel and tire assembly. 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. If you ins...

  • Page 246

    • this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses: united states . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kr5s120123 canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 247

    The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro- vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components. Gasoline/oxygenate blends some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- genates such as 10% ethanol, ...

  • Page 248

    To recover from a non-ffv vehicle inadvertently fueled once with e-85 perform the following: • drain the fuel tank • change the engine oil • replace the fuel filter and oil filter • disconnect the battery to reset the engine controller long term adaptive memory more extensive repairs will be require...

  • Page 249

    Fuel system cautions caution! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • the use of leaded gas is prohibited by federal law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor- mance and damage the emission control system. • an out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfu...

  • Page 250

    Carbon monoxide warnings warning! Carbon monoxide (co) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such ...

  • Page 251

    Caution! • damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impu- rities into the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting aftermarket cap can cause the “malfunction indi- cator light (mil)” to illuminate, due to f...

  • Page 252

    Warning! (continued) • never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula- tions 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...

  • Page 253

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle towing condition wheels off the ground manual transmission automatic transmission flat tow none • transmission in neutral • key in mar (acc/on/run) no dolly tow front no ok rear no no on trailer all ok ok note: v...

  • Page 254

    Caution! • do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with a automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive wheels are off the ground. • front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Internal damage to the transmission will occur if a fr...

  • Page 255: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 䡵 tirefit kit — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 ▫ tirefit storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 ▫ tirefit kit co...

  • Page 256

    䡵 towing a disabled vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 ▫ with ignition key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 ▫ without the ignition key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 䡵 enhanced accident response system . . . . . . . 287 256 what to do in emergencies.

  • Page 257

    Hazard warning flashers the hazard warning flasher switch is located on the instrument panel below the radio. Press the switch to turn on the hazard warning flashers. When the switch is activated, all direc- tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency. Press th...

  • Page 258

    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 n...

  • Page 259

    Tirefit storage the tirefit kit is located under the front driver seat. Tirefit kit components and operation 1. Sealant bottle 2. Deflation button 3. Pressure gauge 4. Power button 5. Mode select knob 6. Sealant hose (clear) 7. Air pump hose (black) 8. Power plug using the mode select knob and hoses...

  • Page 260

    Selecting sealant mode turn the mode select knob (5) to this position to inject the tirefit sealant and to inflate the tire. Use the sealant hose (clear hose) (6) when selecting this mode. Using the power button push and release the power button (4) once to turn on the tirefit kit. Push and release ...

  • Page 261

    • for optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the tirefit kit. • you can use the tirefit air pump to inflate bicycle tires. The kit also comes with two needles, located in the accessory storage compartment (on the bottom of the air pump) for inf...

  • Page 262

    Warning! (continued) − if you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel. • keep tirefit away from open flames or heat source. • a loose tirefit kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the tirefit kit in the place provided. Fa...

  • Page 263

    Warning! (continued) • use the gloves provided in the accessory storage compartment (located on the bottom of the air pump) when operating the tirefit kit. Sealing a tire with tirefit (a) whenever you stop to use tirefit: 1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s hazard warning flash...

  • Page 264

    6. Uncoil the power plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 volt power outlet. Note: do not remove foreign objects (e.G., screws or nails) from the tire. (c) injecting tirefit sealant into the deflated tire: • always start the engine before turning on the tire- fit kit. Note: manual trans...

  • Page 265

    Note: if the mode select knob (5) is on air mode and the pump is operating, air will dispense from the air pump hose (7) only, not the sealant hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the sealant hose (6): 1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through hos...

  • Page 266

    Hose, and place the tirefit kit in the vehicle storage location. Quickly proceed to (d) “drive vehicle”. Caution! • the metal end fitting from power plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be handled carefully. • failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the sealant hose (6) can...

  • Page 267

    If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 bar) , the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance. If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 bar) or higher: 1. Press the power button (4) to turn on tirefit and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the...

  • Page 268

    4. Clean any remaining sealant from the tirefit hous- ing. 5. Position the new sealant bottle (1) in the housing so that the sealant hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing. Press the bottle into the housing. An audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked into ...

  • Page 269

    Warning! (continued) • the jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Jack location the jack and jack-handle are stowed in...

  • Page 270

    Spare tire removal the spare tire is stowed to the underbody below the cargo area 1. Remove the plug located in the rear cargo area. 2. Fit the wrench tool over the drive nut. Use the wrench to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow y...

  • Page 271

    Caution! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack wrench tool only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and they can dam- age the winch. 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle. Spare tire 6 what to do in emergencies 271.

  • Page 272

    4. When the spare is clear, remove the knob or plastic molded nut by rotating it counter-clockwise. 5. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel. Preparations for jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. Plastic ...

  • Page 273

    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. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever in park...

  • Page 274

    Warning! (continued) • always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. • turn on the hazard warning flashers. • block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised. • set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmissio...

  • Page 275

    Caution! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the jacking instructions for this vehicle. 1. Remove the scissors jack and tool bag from under the driver’s seat. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel bolts by turning them to the left one turn whil...

  • Page 276

    Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged. 3. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to th...

  • Page 277

    Warning! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 4. Using the swivel wrench, raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right. Raise the vehicle only unt...

  • Page 278

    Note: the wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel bolts. When reinstalling the original wheel, prop- erly align the wheel cover to the valve stem, place the wheel cover onto the wheel, then install the wheel bolts. 6. Install the spare wheel and wheel bolts with the cone shaped end of the bolt...

  • Page 279

    Warning! A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immedi- ately. 11. Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure as required. Spare tire stowage reverse instr...

  • Page 280

    Warning! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Caution! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or el...

  • Page 281

    Warning! • take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever 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 s...

  • Page 282

    Caution! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper c...

  • Page 283

    8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle, you should have...

  • Page 284

    Note: if your vehicle is equipped with traction con- trol or electronic stability control (esc), turn the system off before attempting to “rock” the vehicle. Caution! • when “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- tween drive/1st and reverse, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or d...

  • Page 285

    3. Turn the ignition switch to the on/run position without starting the engine. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, push and hold the override release lever in. 6. Move the shift lever into the neutral position. 7. The vehicle may the...

  • Page 286

    Manual transmission • vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in neutral. • vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground). All transmissions if it is necessary to use the accessories ...

  • Page 287

    Override the system. The ignition key must be in the on/run position to use the override lever. Enhanced accident response system in the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event the o...

  • Page 288

    Customer action customer will see 1. Turn ignition off. (turn signal switch must be placed in neutral state). 2. Turn ignition on. Left turn light is off. Right turn light blinks. 3. Turn right turn signal switch on. Right turn light is on solid. Left turn light blinks. 4. Turn left turn signal swit...

  • Page 289: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 1.4l . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 䡵 onboard diagnostic system – obd ii . . . . . . . 292 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 䡵 replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 290

    ▫ manual transmission – if equipped . . . . . . . 315 ▫ automatic transmission – if equipped . . . . . 316 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 䡵 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 ▫ interior fuses ...

  • Page 291

    Engine compartment — 1.4l 1 — engine coolant reservoir 5 — battery 2 — engine oil dipstick 6 — air cleaner filter 3 — brake fluid reservoir 7 — engine oil fill 4 — integrated power module (fuses) 8 — washer fluid reservoir 7 maintaining your vehicle 291.

  • Page 292

    Onboard diagnostic system – obd ii your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called obd ii. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide ex...

  • Page 293

    Indicator light (mil)” is functioning and is not on when the engine is running, and that the obd ii system is ready for testing. 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 replace- ment...

  • Page 294

    You may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your obd ii system to update. A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready. Regardless of whether your vehicle’s obd ii system is ready or not, if the mil is illuminated...

  • Page 295

    Maintenance procedures the pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle. Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule, there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the futu...

  • Page 296

    Fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground, and about five minutes after a fully warmed engi...

  • Page 297

    Engine oil selection for best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are api cer- tified and meet the requirements of chrysler material standard ms-6395. American petroleum institute (api) engine oil id...

  • Page 298

    Engine oil filler cap location, refer to “engine compart- ment” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further information. Synthetic engine oils you may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter c...

  • Page 299

    Warning! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compa...

  • Page 300

    Warning! (continued) • battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 volts. Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other. • battery posts, terminals, and related accessories...

  • Page 301

    Include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. Caution! Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- tioning components. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle li...

  • Page 302

    Protection agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. Note: use only manufacturer approved a/c system sealers, stop leak products, s...

  • Page 303

    From a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield. Make sure that they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. Note: li...

  • Page 304

    3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder. 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press the wiper blade until it snaps into place. 5. Lower the wiper blade an...

  • Page 305

    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 the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of the vehicle i...

  • Page 306

    Caution! • the catalytic converter requires the use of un- leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- trol device and may seriously reduce engine per- formance and cause serious damage to the engine. • damage to the catalytic converter can r...

  • Page 307

    To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- age: • do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. • do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. • do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires di...

  • Page 308

    Rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- freeze). Check the front of the a/c condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser. Coo...

  • Page 309

    Caution! (continued) • do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator. • this vehicle has not been designed for use wi...

  • Page 310

    Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated. Note: mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recommended and can result in cooling system dama...

  • Page 311

    Rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- mals 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 i...

  • Page 312

    • check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion bottle must also be protected against freez- ing. • if frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are required, the cool...

  • Page 313

    Warning! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. Riding the brakes may also reduce braking capacity in an emer...

  • Page 314

    Warning! • use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your brake system and/or impair its performance. The proper type of brake fluid ...

  • Page 315

    Warning! (continued) • do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contami- nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure. This could result in a collision. Caution! Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall clutch system performance. Improp...

  • Page 316

    Note: if contaminated with water, the fluid should be changed immediately. Automatic transmission – if equipped the automatic transmission and differential assembly are contained within a single housing. The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced...

  • Page 317

    Fluid level check the automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer serviced only. Fluid and filter changes refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals appearance care and protection from corrosion protection of body and paint from corrosion vehicle body care requ...

  • Page 318

    Washing • wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using mopar 威 car wash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water. • if insects, tar or other similar deposits have accumu- lated on your vehicle, use mopar 威 super kleen bug and tar remover...

  • Page 319

    • if you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner. • if your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating, have your vehicle repaired a...

  • Page 320

    • for tough stains, apply mopar威 total clean or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. • for grease stains, apply mopar威 multi-purpose cleaner or a high quality cleaner, to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain. Use a fres...

  • Page 321

    Cleaning headlights your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and, therefore, different lens cleaning procedures must be followed. To minimize the possibility of scratching the lense...

  • Page 322

    Instrument panel bezels caution! When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- hicle, read the installation instructions carefully. Some air fresheners will damage the finish of painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly contact any surface. Cleaning plastic instrument cluster lenses the...

  • Page 323

    Cavity vehicle fuse number mini fuse description 1 f12 7.5 amp brown right low beam cavity vehicle fuse number mini fuse description 2 f32 5 amp tan front and rear ceiling lights trunk and door courtesy lights 3 f53 5 amp tan instrument panel node 4 f38 20 amp yellow central door lock- ing 5 f36 10 ...

  • Page 324

    Cavity vehicle fuse number mini fuse description 8 f13 7.5 amp brown left low beam, headlamp leveling 9 f50 7.5 amp brown airbag 10 f51 5 amp tan car radio switch, climate control system, stop light, clutch 11 f37 5 amp tan stop light switch, instrument panel node 12 f49 5 amp tan exterior mirror, g...

  • Page 325

    Underhood fuses a second fuse panel is located on the right side of the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover. The id number of the electrical component correspond- ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. Cavity maxi...

  • Page 326

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f08 30 amp green blower motor f09 10 amp red powertrain f10 10 amp red horn f11 15 amp blue powertrain f11 10 amp red powertrain (multi- air – if equipped) f14 5 amp tan high beam (shut- ter) f15 15 amp blue cigar lighter f16 7.5 amp brown transmission cavity m...

  • Page 327

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f24 7.5 amp brown stability control system f30 15 amp blue fog lamps f82 30 amp green sunroof/ convertible top f84 10 amp red transmission f85 15 amp blue rear defroster, heated mirrors f87 5 amp tan lights f90 5 amp tan heated mirrors vehicle storage if you ar...

  • Page 328

    Exterior lights bulb type front low and high beam headlamp. . . . . . . . . Hir2 front parking/daytime running lamps. . . . . W21/5w front fog lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H11 front side marker lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W3w front turn signal lamps . . . . . . ....

  • Page 329

    3. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the lamp housing. 4. Rotate bulb/socket counter-clockwise. 5. Remove the bulb and replace as needed. 6. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket clockwise into lamp locking it in place. 7. Reinstall the plastic cap. Front fog lamps to replace th...

  • Page 330

    2. Remove the two screws and remove the tail lamp assembly. 3. Remove the four screws (using a t20 driver) and separate the backplate from the lamp housing. 4. Remove the tail, stop, or turn signal bulbs by pushing them slightly and turning counter-clockwise. 5. Remove the backup lamp bulb by pullin...

  • Page 331

    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 10.5 gallons 40 liters engine oil with filter 1.4 liter engine 4 quarts 3.8 liters cooling system 1.4 liter engine (mopar 威 antifreeze/engine coolant 10 year/152,000 mile formula or equivalent) — with manual transmission 4.6 quarts 4.4 liters 1.4 liter...

  • Page 332

    Fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine coolant mopar 威 antifreeze/coolant 10 year/152,000 mile formula oat (or- ganic additive technology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of chrysler material standard ms-12106. Engine oil use api certif...

  • Page 333

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part manual transmission – if equipped mopar 威 c635 ddct/mtx transmission fluid automatic transmission – if equipped mopar 威 aw-1 transmission fluid brake master cylinder mopar 威 dot 3, sae j1703 should be used. If dot 3, sae j1703 brake fluid is not av...

  • Page 335: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 ▫ required maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . . 337 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 336

    Maintenance schedule the scheduled maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main- tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating condition...

  • Page 337

    At each stop for fuel • check the engine oil level about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the add or min mark. • check the w...

  • Page 338

    8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 6 months maintenance service schedule included in the maintenance program ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil fil- ter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 8,000 miles (13 000 km). Odometer reading date repair order #...

  • Page 339

    24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 18 months maintenance service schedule included in the maintenance program ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil fil- ter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 24,000 miles (39 000 km). Odometer reading date repair orde...

  • Page 340

    32,000 miles (52,000 km) or 24 months maintenance service schedule included in the maintenance program ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 32,000 miles (52 000 km). ❏ inspect exhaust system. ❏ replace...

  • Page 341

    40,000 miles (65,000 km) or 30 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 40,000 miles (65 000 km). Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authorized ...

  • Page 342

    56,000 miles (91,000 km) or 42 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 56,000 miles (91 000 km). Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authorized ...

  • Page 343

    72,000 miles (117,000 km) or 54 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 72,000 miles (117 000 km). Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authorize...

  • Page 344

    88,000 miles (143,000 km) or 66 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 88,000 miles (143 000 km). Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authorize...

  • Page 345

    104,000 miles (169,000 km) or 78 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 104,000 miles (169 000 km). Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authori...

  • Page 346

    120,000 miles (195,000 km) or 90 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 120,000 miles (195 000 km). Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authori...

  • Page 347

    136,000 miles (221,000 km) or 102 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 136,000 miles (221 000 km). Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, author...

  • Page 348

    152,000 miles (247,000 km) or 114 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 152,000 miles (247 000 km). ❏ flush and replace engine coolant. ❏ replace the timing belt. Odo...

  • Page 349

    † 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...

  • Page 351: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 ▫ prepare for the appointment . . . . . . . . . . . 352 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 ▫ be reasonable with r...

  • Page 352

    Suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle prepare for the appointment if you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service manager. ...

  • Page 353

    This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • if for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- ship. They want to know if you need assistance. • if ...

  • Page 354

    By bell canada. For tty teletypewriter users, dial 711 and for voice callers, dial 1 800 855-0511 to connect with a bell relay service operator. Service contract you may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacture...

  • Page 355

    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. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear con...

  • Page 356

    West building, washington, d.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.Safercar.Gov. In canada if you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the customer service department imme- diately. Canadian customers who wish to repor...

  • Page 357

    Find and correct problems the first time, using step-by- step troubleshooting and drivability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment. • owner’s manuals these owner’s manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to a...

  • Page 358

    100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- teristics and climate. Traction grades the traction grades, from highest...

  • Page 359

    Warning! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 9 if you need consumer assistance 359.

  • Page 361: Index

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  • Page 362

    Adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 309 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 air cleaner, engine (engine air cle...

  • Page 363

    B-pillar location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 keyless transmitter replacement (rke) . . . . . . . 17 belts, seat . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 364

    Child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 clean air gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 cleaning wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 climate control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 clutch . ...

  • Page 365

    Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 door locks, automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 downshifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 driving on slippery surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 through flowing, rising...

  • Page 366

    Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 enhanced accident response feature . . . . . . . . 48,287 event data recorder . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 367

    Tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 fuel system caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 gas cap (fuel filler cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250,252 gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246,331 gasoline, clean air . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 368

    Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 instrument panel and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 instrument panel cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 instrument panel lens cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 interior appearance care . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 369

    High beam indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 low fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 malfunction indicator (check engine) . . . . . . . . 128 oil pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 370

    Modifications/alterations, vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 monitor, tire pressure system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 mopar parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 multi-function control lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 new vehicle break-in period . . . . . ....

  • Page 371

    Outlet (auxiliary electrical outlet) . . . . . . . . . . 111 steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 power steering fluid . . . . ...

  • Page 372

    Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 and pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 front seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 inspection . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 373

    Steering wheel audio controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 steering wheel mounted sound system controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 storage, vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 374

    Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222,231 sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 tread wear indicators...

  • Page 375

    Warranty information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,355 washer, adding fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 washers, windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97,99 washing vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 water driving through . . . . . ...