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Jeep 2007 Compass Owner's Manual

Summary of 2007 Compass

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

  • 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 modifi...

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    Introduction this manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a warranty information booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to read these publ...

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    Introduction 5 1.

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    Warnings and cautions this manual contains warnings against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains cautions against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information. Ob...

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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 an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Introduction 7 1.

  • Page 9: Contents

    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ ignition key removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ locking doors with the key . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ key-in-ignition reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 䡵...

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    ▫ “child-protection” door lock system (rear doors) — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 䡵 remote keyless entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ to unlock the doors and liftgate . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ to lock the doors and liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . .26 ▫ using the panic al...

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    ▫ seat belts and pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . .47 ▫ driver and front passenger supplemental restraint system (srs) - airbag . . . . . . . . . . . .48 ▫ child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 䡵 engine break-in recommendations . . . . . . . . . . .72 䡵 safety tips . ...

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    A word about your keys the dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition key removal automatic transaxle place the sh...

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    Note: if you try to remove the key before you place the lever in park, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylind...

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    Key-in-ignition reminder opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. Note: with the driver’s door open, and the key in the ignition, both the power door locks and remote keyless entry (rke) will not function. Sentry key the sentry key i...

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    Note: • the sentry key immobilizer system is not compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. • exxon/mobil speed pass,™ additional sentry keys, or any other transponder equipped components on the same keychain...

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    Sentry key programming you can program new keys to the system if you have two valid sentry keys by performing the following procedure: 1. Cut the additional sentry key transponder blank(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code. 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch and...

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    Steering wheel lock — manual transmission only your manual transmission vehicle is equipped with a passive steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle without the ignition key. If the steering wheel is moved no more than 1/2 turn in either direction and the key is not in the ignitio...

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    Door locks manual door locks use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle. If the plunger is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. Warning! For personal security, and safety in...

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    Caution! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Power door locks a door lock switch is located on the driver door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors. Power door lock swi...

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    Automatic door locks—if equipped the doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if all of the following conditions are met: 1. The auto lock feature is enabled. 2. The transmission is in gear. 3. All doors are closed. 4. The throttle is pressed. 5. The vehicle speed is above 15 ...

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    3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors. 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. Auto unlock the doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: 1. The auto unlock feature is enabled. 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle spe...

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    The auto unlock feature can be enabled or disabled. Refer to “personal settings” (customer programmable features) in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) — if equipped section of this manual. For vehicles not equipped with the evic the auto unlock feature can be enabled or disabled by pe...

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    Note: use the auto door locks and auto unlock features in accordance with local laws. “child-protection” door lock system (rear doors) — if equipped insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the lock or unlock position. Child protection door lock location inserting ignition key ...

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    Warning! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. Note: for emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), roll down window and open the door...

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    Note: the line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects. To unlock the doors and liftgate: press and release the unlock button on the key fob once to unlock only the driver’s door or twice to unlock all the doors and liftgate. When the unlock button is pressed, the illuminated entry wi...

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    Note: pressing the lock button on the keyfob while you are inside the vehicle will activate the security alarm. Opening a door with the security alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the unlock button to deactivate the security alarm. 5. If the desired programming was not achieved or ...

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    Note: when you turn off the panic alarm by pressing the panic button a second time, you may have to be closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system. To turn off “flash lights with lock” note: the flash lights with lock feature can be turned on or off. On electronic vehicle i...

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    Use the following procedure to program additional key fobs if the vehicle is not equipped with sentry key: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt (fastening the seatbelt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this program- ming procedure). 3. Place the key i...

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    Note: if you do not have a programmed transmitter, contact your dealer for details. General information this device complies with part 15 of fcc rules and with rs-210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This devi...

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    2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. To assemble the transmitter case, snap the two halves together. Note: if the key fob is equipped with a screw,...

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    To set the alarm: 1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle. 2. Lock the door using either the door key, power door lock switch, or the keyless entry transmitter and close all doors. 3. The indicator light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for 16 seconds. This...

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    Security system manual override the system will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. Liftgate note: the key that is used to start the vehicle is also used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate. To unlock the liftgate, insert the key into the lock and turn to ...

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    Note: in the event of a power malfunction, or the remote transmitter is inoperative, insert the key into the liftgate lock cylinder and turn to the right (manual lock models only). Using the liftgate handle, pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. Note: although the liftgate has no inside rele...

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    Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather. Power windows power window switches power window switch location 34 things to know before starting your ...

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    The control on the left front door has up-down switches that give you finger tip control of all four power win- dows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the passenger doors for passenger window control. The windows will operate only when the ignition switch is turned to the on position ...

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    Occupant restraints some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front airbags for both the driver and front passenger and if equipped, side airbags for both the driver and front p...

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    Ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/shoulder belts all the seats in your vehicle are equipped with lap/ shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or ...

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    Warning! • wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body. These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. • wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much ...

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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.” pulling out the latch plate inserting latch plate into buckle things to know before starting your vehicle 39 2.

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    Warning! • a belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • a belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop ...

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    Warning! • a lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos- sible and keep it snug. • a twisted belt can’t do its job as well. In a collision...

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    Adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage in the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck. Push anchorage button to release the anchor- age, and move it up or down to the position that serves you best. As a guide, if you are shorter tha...

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    1. Remove the mini latch and regular latch from its stowed position in the right rear side trim panel. 2. Grasp the mini latch plate and pull the belt over the seat. 3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head restraint. Mini latch stowage routing the rear center shoulder belt things ...

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    4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the mini latch plate into the mini buckle until you hear a “click.” 5. Sit back in seat. Slide the regular latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap. 6. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch p...

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    On the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. 8. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in t...

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    Slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully. Insert the mini latch plate into the slot provided in the trim panel. Seat belt pretensioners the seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the ...

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    The enhanced warning system (beltalert) can be en- abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps: note: the following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the on or start position. Daimlerchrysler does not recom- mend deactivat...

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    Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision. Driver and front passenger supplemental res...

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    The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size. Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the federal regulations that define occupant classification (refer to ⬙occupant...

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    Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Along with seat belts and pretensioners, front airbags work with the driver knee bolster to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. The seat belts are des...

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    Ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move the seat as far back as possible, and use the proper child restraint...

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    Warning! • relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags. • being too close to the steering wh...

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    • driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners • occupant classification system (ocs) for the front passenger seat − occupant classification module − passenger airbag disable (pad) indicator light − weight sensors how the airbag system works • the occupant restraint controller (orc) determines...

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    Momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial start up. Warning! Ignoring the airbag light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehi...

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    The right front passenger seat is empty or when very light objects are placed on the seat, the passenger air bag will not inflate even though the passenger airbag disable (pad) indicator lamp is not illuminated. • the pad indictor light should not be illu- minated when an adult passenger is prop- er...

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    Front passenger seat occupant passenger air- bag disable (pad) indica- tor light airbag status adult off on child on off grocery bags, heavy briefcases and other rela- tively light objects on off empty or very small objects off* off * since the system senses weight, some small objects will turn the ...

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    Authorized dealer. The airbag warning light is turned on whenever there is fault that can affect the operation of the airbag system. If there is a fault present in the ocs, both the pad indicator light and the airbag warning light are illuminated to show that the passenger airbag is turned off until...

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    Determine whether the front passenger airbag should be turned off. It also determines the rate of airbag inflation during a collision. • your vehicle has four weight sensors located between the seat and the floor pan. The weight sensors measure applied weight and transfers that information to the oc...

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    The front passenger seat assembly contains critical com- ponents that affect the front passenger airbag deploy- ment. Correctly functioning front passenger seat compo- nents are critical for the occupant classification system (ocs) to properly classify the front passenger and calcu- late the proper ...

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    Warning! Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the front passenger seat assembly, its related compo- nents, or seat cover may inadvertently change the airbag deployment in case of a frontal crash. This could result in death or serious injury to the front seat passenger if the vehicle is ...

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

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    Airbag light you will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system immediately. • the airbag light does not come on during the 6 t...

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    Identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases, such as those maintained by the us government and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive nature, such as would identify a particular driver, vehicle, or crash, will be treated confidentia...

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    Child restraint everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times — babies and children, too. Every state in the united states and all canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Children 12 y...

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    • safety experts recommend that children ride rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and ⬙convertible⬙ child seats. Both types of child restraints are held in the...

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    And booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/ shoulder belt. (some booster seats are equipped with a front shield and are held in the vehicle by the lap portion.) note: for additional information refer to www.Seatcheck.Org. Warning! • improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or ...

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    Restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so chec...

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    Automatic-locking retractor (alr) to operate the switchable retractor, pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle. Then pull on the belt until it is all removed from the retractor. Allow the belt t...

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    Latch-compatible, you can only install the child re- straints using the vehicle’s seat belts. Please refer to, installing the child restraint system for typical installa- tion instructions. Child restraints systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Chi...

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    Note: when using the latch attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children. It is recommended that before installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked be...

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    Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we have described here. Again, carefully follow the instruc- tions that come with the child restraint system. Note: if your child restraint seat is not latch com- patible, install the restraint using the vehicle seat belts. Warning! An incorrectly...

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    • check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position. • 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. Transporting pets a...

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    A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. Safety tips exhaust gas warning! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monox...

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    Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the belt. Airbag light the light should co...

  • Page 75: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 ▫ inside day/night mirror — if equipped . . . . . .79 ▫ outside mirror—driver’s side . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 ▫ outside mirror—passenger’s side . . . . . . . . . . .80 ▫ e...

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    ▫ manual lumbar— if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 ▫ driver’s seat back recline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 ▫ adjustable head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 ▫ heated seats — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 ▫ fold flat front passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 114...

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    䡵 electronic speed control — if equipped . . . . . . 129 ▫ to activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 ▫ to set at a desired speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 ▫ to deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 ▫ to resume speed . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ closing sunroof – manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 ▫ closing sunroof – express mode . . . . . . . . . . 148 ▫ pinch protect feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 ▫ pinch protect override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 ▫ venting sunroof – express . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Mirrors inside day/night mirror — if equipped adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (to...

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    Outside mirror—driver’s side adjust the flat (drivers side) outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to vehicle with your head close to the door glass. Outside mirror—passenger’s side adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side o...

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    Electric remote-control mirrors the controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver’s door trim panel. Remote control mirrors switch mirror directions understanding the features of your vehicle 81 3.

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    To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move. When finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror. Warning! Vehicles an...

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    Sun visor sliding feature the sun visors may be pulled out to provide extended coverage of the side glass. Hands–free communication (uconnect™) — if equipped uconnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular ...

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    With the system at a time. The system is available in english, spanish, or french languages (as equipped). The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system and the control buttons that will enable you to access the system. The uconnect™ system can be used with any hands- free profile certi...

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    Operations voice commands can be used to operate the uconnect™ system and to navigate through the uconnect™ menu structure. Voice commands are required after most uconnect™ system prompts. You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options. • prior to giving a ...

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    Help command if you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to know your options are at any prompt, say ⬙help⬙ follow- ing the voice on beep. The uconnect™ system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help. To activate the uconnect™ system from idle, simply press the ’phone’ b...

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    • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙setup phone pairing⬙ and follow the audible prompts. • when prompted, after the voice on beep, say ⬙pair a phone ⬙ and follow the audible prompts. • you will be asked to say a four-digit pin number, which you will later need to enter into your ...

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    • for example, you can say “234-567-8901.” the phone number that you enter must be of valid length and combination. Based on the country in which the vehicle was purchased, the uconnect™ limits the user from dialing invalid combination of numbers. For example, in usa, 234-567-890 is nine digits long...

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    • when prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use of long names helps the voice recognition and is recom- mended. For example, say ⬙robert smith⬙ or ⬙robert⬙ instead of ⬙bob.⬙ • when prompted, enter the number designation (e.G., ⬙home,⬙ ⬙work,⬙ ⬙mobile,⬙ or ⬙pager⬙). This will allow you to store m...

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    After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunities to edit another entry in the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to the main menu. ⬙phonebook edit⬙ can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phone...

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    Delete all entries in the uconnect™ phonebook • press the ’phone’ button to begin. • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙phonebook erase all.⬙ • the uconnect™ system will ask you to verify that you wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook. • after confirmation, the phonebo...

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    Answer or reject an incoming call - no call currently in progress when you receive a call on your cellular phone, the uconnect™ system will interrupt the vehicle audio system, if on, and will ask if you would like to answer the call. To reject the call, press and hold the ’phone’ button until you he...

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    Indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls have switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at one time. Conference call when two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), press and hold the ’phone’ button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have b...

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    Call continuation call continuation is progression of a phone call on uconnect™ system after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to off. Call continuation functionality available on the vehicle can be any one of three types: • after ignition key is switched off, a call can continue on the uco...

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    For command translations and alternate commands in supported languages, refer to “command translations” at the end of this section. Emergency assistance if you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: • pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area. If the phon...

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    Note: the towing assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800- 528-2069 for usa, 1-877-213-4525 for canada, 55-14-3454 for mexico city and 1-800-712-3040 for outside mexico city in mexico). Please refer to the 24-hour “towing assistance” cover- age details i...

  • Page 97

    Sequence of numbers, followed by ⬙send⬙ is also to be used to navigate through an automated customer service center menu structure and to leave a number on a pager. Barge in - overriding prompts the ’voice recognition’ button can be used when you wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice re...

  • Page 98

    Phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system. The uconnect™ system will work the same as if you dial the number using voice recognition. Note: certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the uconnect™ system to play it on the vehicle audio system, so you will ...

  • Page 99

    System without terminating the call. To transfer an ongo- ing call from your uconnect™ paired cellular phone to the uconnect™ system or vice-versa, press the ’voice recognition’ button and say ⬙transfer call.⬙ connect or disconnect link between the uconnect™ system and cellular phone your cellular p...

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    • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙setup select phone⬙ and follow the prompts. • you can also press the ⬘voice recognition’ button anytime while the list is being played, and then choose the phone that you wish to select. • the selected phone will be used for the next phone call...

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    Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the uconnect system. For best results, the voice training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked, engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off. This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt t...

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    • when navigating through an automated system, such as voice mail, or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string, make sure to say ⬙send.⬙ • storing names in phonebook when vehicle is not in motion is recommended. • it is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the uconne...

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    • echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. Bluetooth communication link occasionally, cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the uconnect™ system. When this hap- pens, the connection can generally be re-established by switching the phone off/on....

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    104 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle 105 3.

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    106 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    North american english primary alternate(s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial edit emergency english erase all espanol francais help home language list names list phones understanding t...

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    Mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial return to main menu return. Main menu select phone select send set up phone settings / phone set up towing assistance transfer call try again voice training work yes seats fro...

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    Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. Warning! • adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be ...

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    Manual seat height adjustment — if equipped the driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using the ratcheting handle on the outboard side of the seat to adjust the driving position. Manual lumbar— if equipped the lumbar adjustment is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. To incr...

  • Page 111

    Driver’s seat back recline to recline: 1. Lean forward before lifting the handle, then lean back to the desired position and release the handle. 2. Lift the handle to return the seatback to an upright position. Reclining seat understanding the features of your vehicle 111 3.

  • Page 112

    Adjustable head restraints head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push down on the head restraints so that the upper edge is as high as practical. To raise the head restraint, pull up on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint,...

  • Page 113

    Heated seats — if equipped warning! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low ...

  • Page 114

    When high-temperature heating is selected, the heaters provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation after heating is activated. The heat output then drops to the normal high-temperature level. If high-level heating is selected, the system will automati- cally switch to the...

  • Page 115

    Folding rear seat to provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can be folded forward. Pull the strap forward to move the seat forward and flat. Front passenger seat folded flat folding rear seat understanding the features of your vehicle 115 3.

  • Page 116

    Reclining rear seat — if equipped rear seat folded flat rear seat recline pull 116 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 117

    For additional comfort, pull the strap forward just enough to release the seatback latch. Then push the seatback to a reclined position, approximately 35 degrees maximum, and release the strap. Warning! • it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collisi...

  • Page 118

    Lights map/reading lights these lights are mounted between the sun visors above the rear view mirror. Each light is turned on by pressing the button. Press the button a second time to turn the light off. The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past...

  • Page 119

    Multi-function control lever the multi-function control lever controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, the passing lights, and fog lights. The lever is located on the left side of the steering c...

  • Page 120

    To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, rotate the center portion of the multi-function control lever up or down. Daytime running lights (drl) — if equipped the high beam lights will come on as daytime running lights (drl) at drl intensity (lower), whenever the ignition is on, the e...

  • Page 121

    Fog lights — if equipped the front fog light switch is on the multi-function control lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out the end of the control lever. Note: the fog lights will only operate with the head- lights on low beam. Sel...

  • Page 122

    Move the multi-function control lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down without moving beyond the detent. If either light rema...

  • Page 123

    Passing light you can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multi-function control lever toward you. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released. Note: if the multi-function control lever is held in the flash to pass p...

  • Page 124

    Then move the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. Lift the hood prop rod, clipped to the right side (left side facing hood) of the engine compartment, to secure the hood in the open position. Place the hood prop at the location stamped into the ...

  • Page 125

    Windshield wipers and washers the wipers and washers are operated by a switch on the control lever. The lever is located on the right side of the steering column. Windshield washers to use the washer, pull the control lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in ...

  • Page 126

    Mist feature push down on the wiper control lever to activate a single wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the wipers will continue to operate. Caution! In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to...

  • Page 127

    Windshield wiper operation turn the end of the handle to select the desired wiper speed. Intermittent wiper system use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tween cycles, desirable. Select the delay interval by turning the end of the lev...

  • Page 128

    Tilt steering column to tilt the steering column, push down on the lever below the turn signal control lever. With one hand firmly on the wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired. Push the lever back up to lock the column firmly in place. Warning! Tilting the steering column while the v...

  • Page 129

    Electronic speed control — if equipped when engaged, this device takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The speed control lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel. To activate: push the on/off button. The cruise indicator in the instrument clust...

  • Page 130

    To set at a desired speed: when the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press down on the lever and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. Note: the vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pressing the set lever. To de...

  • Page 131

    Tapping the “set decel” button once will result in a 1 mph (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button is tapped, speed decreases. Manual transaxle: depressing the clutch pedal will disengage the speed control. A slight increase in engine rpm before the speed control disengages is normal. Vehicles...

  • Page 132

    On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without speed control. Garage door opener — if equipped note: the homelink 威 system will be disabled if the vehicle theft alarm (if equipped) is in the armed or alarming state. The homelink 威 system will only oper...

  • Page 133

    Warning! A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by federal safety stan- dards. This includes most gar...

  • Page 134

    Warning! Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the universal transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. A moving door or gate can cause serious injury or death to people and pets or damage to objects. 2. Erase the...

  • Page 135

    5. The indicator light in the universal transceiver will begin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly. The rapid flashing indicates successful programming. If after 90 seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goes out, return to step 1 and repeat the procedure. To train the other butto...

  • Page 136

    Note: the assistance of a second person may make the following programming procedure quicker and easier. 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener manufacturer. If you have difficulty in locating the tr...

  • Page 137

    The universal transceiver light will flash slowly and then rapidly when the programming is successful. Note: when programming such a garage door opener or gate, unplug the device to prevent possible damage to the garage door or gate motor. Operation press and hold the desired button on the universal...

  • Page 138

    2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired 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. Homelink 威 is a tradem...

  • Page 139

    Electronic brake control system – abs/tcs/bas/erm/esp your vehicle may be equipped with an optional ad- vanced electronic brake control system that includes anti-lock brake system (abs), traction control system (tcs), brake assist system ( bas), electronic roll miti- gation (erm) and electronic stab...

  • Page 140

    Brake assist system (bas) the bas is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The 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...

  • Page 141

    Electronic roll mitigation (erm) this system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle. When erm determines that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lif...

  • Page 142

    Esp (electronic stability program) this system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. Esp cor- rects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter- acting the over/under steer condition....

  • Page 143

    Warning! • electronic stability program (esp) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. • esp cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slipp...

  • Page 144

    Gravel conditions and more wheel spin than esp would normally allow is required to gain traction. To turn esp on again, momentarily depress the “esp control switch”. This will restore the normal “esp on” mode of operation. Warning! In the partial esp mode, the engine torque reduction and stability f...

  • Page 145

    In this mode, esp and tcs, except for the “limited slip” feature described in the tcs section, are turned off until the vehicle reaches a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h). At 35 mph (56 km/h) the normal esp stability function returns with the exception of engine power reduction. Tcs remains off. When the v...

  • Page 146

    Warning! With the esp switched off, the enhanced vehicle stabil- ity offered by esp is unavailable. In an emergency evasive maneuver, the esp system will not engage to assist in maintaining stability. “esp off” mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use, only. Note: • the “esp indicator light”...

  • Page 147

    Warning! • never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. • in an accident, there is a g...

  • Page 148

    Held forward again. To ensure sunroof is fully closed, press and hold switch until sunroof has completely stopped moving. Closing sunroof – express mode press the switch forward and release, and the sunroof will close automatically from any position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automatical...

  • Page 149

    Sunshade operation the sunshade can be opened manually. However, the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. Note: the sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. Wind buffeting wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound ...

  • Page 150

    Warning! To avoid serious injury or death: • do not use a 3 — prong adaptor. • do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • do not touch with wet hands. • close the lid when not in use. • if this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure. Power outlet 12 volts 150 understa...

  • Page 151

    Electrical outlet use with engine off caution! • many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.E. Cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or p...

  • Page 152

    Console features the floor console’s sliding armrest moves forward 3 inches to accommodate shorter drivers. The armrest lid also includes a unique flip pocket for storing a phone or an mp3 player. The bin inside the console can hold up to 10 cd jewel cases or other items securely out of sight. Certa...

  • Page 153

    Press and release removing flashlight understanding the features of your vehicle 153 3.

  • Page 154

    Tonneau cover — if equipped the cargo area trim panels include two notches for mounting the available tonneau cover that accommo- dates the reclining rear seat. Warning! In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in t...

  • Page 155

    Removable load floor the cargo area load floor is removable and can be washed with mild soap and water. Cargo tie-down loops there are four tie-down loops in the lower trim for securing cargo and d-rings installed on the d pillars for securing a net across the liftgate opening. The tie-downs located...

  • Page 156

    Warning! • cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or colli- sion a loop could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers. • the weight and position of cargo...

  • Page 157

    Fold down speakers – if equipped when the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down from the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating and other activities. Rear window features rear window wiper/washer a switch on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the rear wiper/wash...

  • Page 158

    If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned off, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” position if power accessory delay is active. Power acces- sory delay can be cancelled by opening the door, if this happens the rear wiper will stop at its current position and will not g...

  • Page 159

    Rear window defroster caution! Use care when washing the inside of the rear win- dow to prevent damage to heating elements. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Also, keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating el...

  • Page 161: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 䡵 instrument cluster—premium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) – if equipped . . ....

  • Page 162

    ▫ clock setting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 䡵 sales code ref — am/fm/cd (single disc) radio with optional satellite radio and hands free phone capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 ▫ operating instructions - radio mode . . . . . . . 188 ▫ operation instructions - c...

  • Page 163

    䡵 satellite radio — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 ▫ system activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 ▫ electronic serial number/sirius identification number (esn/sid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 ▫ selecting satellite mode in ref, and raq, radios . . . . ....

  • Page 164

    Instrument panel features 164 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 165

    Instrument cluster—premium understanding your instrument panel 165 4.

  • Page 166

    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Fuel gauge/fuel door location when the ignition switch is in the on position, the pointer will show the level of fuel remain- ing in the fuel tank. The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the vehicle where the fuel door is located 2. Charging system light this l...

  • Page 167

    4. Oil pressure light shows low engine oil pressure. The light will come on and remain on when the ignition switch is turned from the off to the on position, and the light will turn off after the engine is started. If the bulb does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorize...

  • Page 168

    10. Anti-lock warning light (abs) — if equipped this light monitors the anti-lock brake system (abs) described elsewhere in this manual. This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the on position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the abs light remains on or comes on dur...

  • Page 169

    Will sound 10 times. After the chime turns off, the engine will still be critically hot until the light goes out. 14. Brake system warning light this light monitors various brake functions, in- cluding brake fluid level and parking brake appli- cation. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate th...

  • Page 170

    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. The operation of the brake warning light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the off position to the on position. The light should illuminate ...

  • Page 171

    The pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the h (red) mark, turn the engine off immediately and call for service. There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioning is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system add...

  • Page 172

    Vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) as an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your ...

  • Page 173

    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 op- eration or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, typ...

  • Page 174

    25. Malfunction indicator light this light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called obd that monitors emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the on/run position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning t...

  • Page 175

    28. Electronic stability program (esp) indicator light the malfunction lamp for the esp is combined with bas. The yellow “esp/bas warning lamp” comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “on” position. They should go out with the engine running. If the “esp/bas warning lamp” comes on continu...

  • Page 176

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) – if equipped the electronic vehicle information center (evic) fea- tures a driver-interactive display. It is located in the lower left part of the cluster below the fuel and engine tem- perature gauge. The evic consists of the following: • system status ...

  • Page 177

    When the appropriate conditions exist, the electronic vehicle information center (evic) displays the following messages. • turn signal on (with a continuous warning chime) • left front turn signal lamp out (with a single chime) • left rear turn signal lamp out (with a single chime) • right front tur...

  • Page 178

    Evic functions press the evic button until one of the following func- tions are displayed on the evic: • compass/temperature/audio • average fuel economy • distance to empty (dte) • elapsed time • tire pressure monitor (tpm) • personal settings to reset the display pressing and holding the evic butt...

  • Page 179

    Compass/temperature/audio press and release the evic button to display one of eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing, the outside temperature and the current radio station. For additional information regarding the compass, refer to personal settings (customer programm...

  • Page 180

    Elapsed time shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the acc position. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the on or start position. Tire pressure monitor (tpm) refer to section 5, “tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) for s...

  • Page 181

    Auto unlock on exit when on is selected all the vehicle’s doors will unlock when the driver’s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped (manual transmissions) or the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in p (park) or n (neutral) position (automatic transmissions). Press and hold the evic but- ...

  • Page 182

    When exiting the vehicle. Press and hold the evic button when in this display until 0, 30, 60, or 90 appears to make your selection. Headlamps on with wipers (available with auto headlights only) when on is selected and the headlight switch is in the auto position, the headlights will turn on approx...

  • Page 183

    Display english or metric the evic, odometer, and navigation system units can be changed between english and metric. Press and hold the evic button when in this display until “us” or “metric” appears to make your selection. Compass variance compass variance is the difference between magnetic north a...

  • Page 184

    To set the variance: with the ignition in the on position, with a short button press (less than one second) press and release the evic button several times until you have displayed the personal settings (customer program- mable features) menu. Once in the personal settings (customer programmable fea...

  • Page 185

    Menu. Once in the personal settings (customer program- mable features) menu, press and release (less than one second) the evic button several times until “calibrate compass (yes)” is displayed. A long (longer than two seconds) evic button press will place the compass in calibration mode. The cal ind...

  • Page 186

    Electrical disturbances radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of the am reception. They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the fm signal. Am reception am sound is based on wave am...

  • Page 187

    Clock setting procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side tune / audio control. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right side tune / audio control to set the minutes. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side tune / audio ...

  • Page 188

    Operating instructions - radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Power switch/volume control (rotary) press the on/vol control to turn the radio on. Press the on/vol a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic volume control the electronic vol...

  • Page 189

    Note: in hands free phone (if equipped) mode, the mute button mutes the microphone. Scan button (radio mode) pressing the scan button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in either, am, fm, or satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station...

  • Page 190

    Tune control (radio mode) turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increase or counter-clockwise to decrease the frequency. Am/fm button (radio mode) press the button to select am or fm modes. Setting the tone, balance, and fade press the rotary tune control and bass will display. Turn the tu...

  • Page 191

    Selected within 5 seconds after pressing the set button, the station will continue to play but will not be stored into push-button memory. You may add a second station to each push-button by repeating the above procedure with this exception: press the set button twice and set 2 will show in the disp...

  • Page 192

    • if you insert a disc with the ignition on and the radio off, the cd will automatically be pulled into the cd player. • this radio does not play discs with mp3 tracks. Seek button (cd mode) press the right side of the seek button for the next track on the cd. Press the left side of the button to re...

  • Page 193

    Rnd/set button (random play button) (cd mode) press this button while the cd is playing to activate random play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the seek button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press an...

  • Page 194

    Mute button (auxiliary mode) press the mute button to cancel the sound from the speakers. ⬙mute⬙ will display. Press the mute button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume control or turning off the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers. Scan b...

  • Page 195

    Operating instructions - satellite radio — if equipped refer to the “satellite radio” section of the owner’s manual. Sales code raq – am/fm/cd (6-disc) radio with optional satellite radio, hands free phone, and vehicle entertainment systems (ves) capabilities note: the radio sales code is located on...

  • Page 196

    Operating instructions - radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Power switch/volume control (rotary) press the on/vol control to turn the radio on. Press the on/vol a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic volume control the electronic vol...

  • Page 197

    Will return. Rotating the volume control, turning the radio on/off, or turning off the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers note: in hands free phone (if equipped) mode, the mute button mutes the microphone. Scan button (radio mode) pressing the scan button causes the tuner to searc...

  • Page 198

    Rw/ff (radio mode) pressing the rewind/fast forward button causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either am, fm or satel- lite (if equipped) frequencies. Tune control (radio mode) turn the right side rotary control clockwise to incr...

  • Page 199

    Turning the tune rotary knob within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. Many radio stations do not currently broadcast pty information. Toggle the pty button to select the following format types: program type 16 digit-character display no program type or undefined none adult...

  • Page 200

    By pressing the seek button when the pty icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected pty name. The pty function only operates when in the fm mode. If a preset button is activated while in the pty (program type) mode, the pty mode will be exited and...

  • Page 201

    Operation instructions - (cd mode for cd audio play) note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Note: note: this radio is capable of playing compact discs (cd), recordable compact discs (cd-r), rewritable compact discs (cd-rw) compact discs with mp3 tracks and ...

  • Page 202

    Seek button (cd mode for cd audio play) press the right side of the seek button for the next selection on the cd. Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the cd is within the first 10 seconds of th...

  • Page 203

    Radio display will show ⬙ejecting disc⬙ when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc. Press and hold the load/ ejt button for 5 seconds and all cds will be ejected from the radio. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. If t...

  • Page 204

    Rnd/pty button (random play button) (cd mode for cd audio play) press this button while the cd is playing to activate random play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the seek button to move to the next randomly select...

  • Page 205

    The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • maximum number of directory levels: 15 • maximum number of files: 255 • maximum number of folders: 100 • maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a 3-character extension) • level 2: 31 (inc...

  • Page 206

    Mpeg specifi- cation sampling fre- quency (khz) bit rate (kbps) mpeg-1 audio layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, 192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 mpeg-2 audio layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32, 24, 16, 8 id3 tag information for artist, song title and ...

  • Page 207

    Operation instructions - (cd mode for mp3 audio play) seek button (cd mode for mp3 play) pressing the right side of the seek button plays the next mp3 file. Pressing the left side of the seek button plays the beginning of the mp3 file. Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the previ...

  • Page 208

    Msg or info button (cd mode for mp3 play) press and msg or info button while playing mp3 disc. The radio scrolls through the following tag information: song title, artist, file name, and folder name (if avail- able). Press the msg or info button once more to return to ⬙elapsed time⬙ priority mode. P...

  • Page 209

    Operating instructions - satellite radio mode (if equipped) refer to the satellite radio section of the owner’s manual. Operating instructions - video entertainment system (ves 威) (if equipped) refer to separate video entertainment system (ves 威) guide. Sales code rec — am/fm/cd (6–disc) radio with ...

  • Page 210

    Satellite navigation radio with cd player with mp3 capability (rec) - combines a global-positioning system-based navigation system with an integrated color screen to provide maps, turn identification, selection menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destina- tions and routes, am/fm stereo...

  • Page 211

    2. To show the gps clock, select “displayed clock: gps clock” and press enter. 3. To adjust the time zone, select “time zone” and press enter. Select the appropriate time zone and press enter. 4. To turn daylight savings on or off, select “daylight savings” and press enter. Select “on” or “off” and ...

  • Page 212

    User defined clock if you wish to set the clock to a time different than the system clock, you can manually adjust the time by choosing the “user defined clock” option. 1. At the clock setup screen highlight “displayed clock: user defined clock”. 2. To increase the clock by hours, make sure “hr +” i...

  • Page 213

    Audio clock display select this option to change the size of the clock on the audio screens. 1. When you are at an audio screen, quickly press the time button on the navigation faceplate. 2. In this example the large clock appears on the screen. 3. To switch the clock to the small clock, quickly pre...

  • Page 214

    Satellite radio — if equipped satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is sirius™ satel- lite radio. This service offers over 100 channels of music, sports, news, entertainment, and p...

  • Page 215

    Esn/sid access with raq radios with the ignition switch in the accessory position and the radio off, press the cd eject and time buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. All twelve esn/sid num- bers will be displayed. The radio will exit the esn/sid mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is...

  • Page 216

    Press and release the scan button (if equipped) to automatically change channels every 7 seconds. The radio will pause on each channel for 7 seconds before moving on to the next channel. The word ⬙scan⬙ will appear in the display between each channel change. Press the scan button a second time to st...

  • Page 217

    Pty button ⴖseekⴖ when the desired program is obtained, press the ⬙seek⬙ button within five seconds. The channel will change to the next channel that matches the program type selected. Satellite antenna to ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location. ...

  • Page 218

    Remote sound system controls — if equipped the remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will incre...

  • Page 219

    The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next pre-set station that you have programmed in the radio pre-set push-buttons. Cd player pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the cd. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginni...

  • Page 220

    Radio operation and cellular phones under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio. If your...

  • Page 221

    The controls are as follows: fan control use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The fan speed increases as you move the control to the right from the off position. Mode control (air direction) the mode control allows you to choose from severa...

  • Page 222

    Note: there is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions. Floor air is directed through the floor outlets and side window demist outlets with a smal...

  • Page 223

    Note: for maximum airflow to the rear seat passen- gers, the center instrument panel outlets can be aimed, so that the left center outlet is directed toward the right rear passenger and the right center outlet is directed toward the left rear passenger. Temperature control use this control to regula...

  • Page 224

    Note: see “circulation control” later in this section, for proper or extended use of this position. Air conditioning use this button to engage the air conditioning. A lamp will illuminate when the air con- ditioning system is engaged. Once the air conditioning is engaged, use a combination of the mo...

  • Page 225

    In cold or damp weather, the use of the recirculate position will cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture build up inside the vehicle. For maximum defogging, select the outside air position. Note: recirculation mode will not operate in floor, mix or defrost modes. Air filtration syste...

  • Page 226

    Operating tips 226 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 227

    Window fogging vehicle side windows tend to fog on the inside in mild rainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, set mode to the mix or defrost position. Direct the panel outlets toward the side windows. Do not use recirculate without a/c for long periods as fogging may occur. Interior fogging on...

  • Page 228

    Side window demisters a side window demister outlet is at each end of the instrument panel. These nonadjustable outlets direct air toward the side windows when the system is in either the floor, mix, or defrost mode. The air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the outside m...

  • Page 229: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 ▫ automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 ▫ manual transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 ▫ normal starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 ▫ ext...

  • Page 230

    䡵 four wheel drive system — if equipped . . . . . . 243 䡵 parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 䡵 brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 ▫ anti-lock brake system (abs) — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 䡵 po...

  • Page 231

    䡵 snow tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 䡵 tire rotation recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 䡵 fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 ▫ gasoline engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 ▫ reformulated gasoline . . . . . . ...

  • Page 232

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

  • Page 233

    Manual transaxle before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake, press the clutch pedal to the floor and place the gear selector in neutral. Note: the engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor. Note: if key won’t turn and steering wheel is locked, rotate the whe...

  • Page 234

    If engine fails to start if the engine fails to start after you have followed the “normal starting” procedure, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there. Crank the engine for no more than 15 seconds. This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine ...

  • Page 235

    Automatic transaxle — if equipped caution! Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed: • shift into park only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • shift into or out of reverse only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idl...

  • Page 236

    Warning! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “p” or “n” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only ...

  • Page 237

    Gear ranges for continuously variable automatic transaxle (cvt) do not race the engine when shifting from park or neutral positions into another gear range. “p” park supplements the parking brake by locking the transmis- sion. The engine can be started in this range. Never use p (park) while the veh...

  • Page 238

    The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission shift lever into the p (park) position: • when shifting into p (park), firmly move the lever all the way forward until it stops. • look at the shift indicator window on the console to ensure it is in the p (park...

  • Page 239

    Autostick — if equipped autostick is a driver-interactive transmission that offers six manual ratio changes to provide you with more control. Autostick allows you to maximize engine brak- ing, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system can als...

  • Page 240

    Autostick operation is activated in the ⬙d⬙ position by moving the shift lever side to side. Moving the lever to the (+) side will activate autostick and shift up to the next higher manual ratio, unless you are already operat- ing in or near overdrive in which case, 6th ratio will be selected. In li...

  • Page 241

    Manual transaxle operation 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. Fully depress the clutch pedal before y...

  • Page 242

    For most city driving you will find it easier to use only the lower gears. For steady highway driving with light accelerations, 5th gear is recommended. Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged. This will cau...

  • Page 243

    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 2nd or 1st when descending a steep grade. When turning a corner, or driving up a s...

  • Page 244

    Where one or more wheels have wheel spin or if addi- tional traction is needed in sand, deep snow, or loose traction surfaces, activate the 4wd lock switch by pull- ing up once and releasing. This locks the center coupling allowing more torque to be sent to the rear wheels. The amber ⬙4wd⬙ light wil...

  • Page 245

    Slightly on the lever, then depress the button on the end of the lever and push the lever fully down toward the floor. Note: the parking brake lever will not release unless the lever is pulled up slightly past its applied position. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake bef...

  • Page 246

    Warning! • leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan- gerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake or the gear selector. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or...

  • Page 247

    If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa- bility, the remaining system will still function with some loss of overall braking effectiveness. This will be evident by increased pedal travel during application and greater pedal force required to slow or stop. In addition, if the malfuncti...

  • Page 248

    Warning! • anti-lock system (abs) cannot prevent the natu- ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • the abs cannot prevent accidents, includin...

  • Page 249

    When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises. These noises are the system per- forming its self check cycle to ensure that the abs system is working properly. This self check occurs each time the vehicle is started an...

  • Page 250

    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 251

    Tire safety information tire markings note: • p (passenger)-metric tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards. P-metric tires have the letter “p” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- ample: p215/65r15 95h. • european metric tire sizing is based on european design standards...

  • Page 252

    Tire sizing chart example: size designation: p = passenger car tire size based on u.S. Design standards ⴖ....Blank....ⴖ = passenger car tire based on european design standards lt = light truck tire based on u.S. Design standards t = temporary spare tire 31 = overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = sec...

  • Page 253

    Example: service description: 95 = load index —a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry. H = speed symbol —a symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions. —the maximum speed corresp...

  • Page 254

    Tire identification number (tin) the tin may be found on one or both sides of the tire; however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full tin including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the tin on the outboard side of black...

  • Page 255

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “b” pillar. Tire and loading information placard this placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that ...

  • Page 256

    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 informat...

  • Page 257

    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 258

    258 starting and operating.

  • Page 259

    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 260

    2. Economy— improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement. Under inflation, also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consump- ...

  • Page 261

    The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look properly inflated eve...

  • Page 262

    Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kpa) during operation. Do not reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low. Tire pressures for high speed operation the manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or c...

  • Page 263

    Radial-ply tires warning! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly. The instability could cause an accident. Al- ways use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in case of trucks with dual rear wheels). Never combine them with oth...

  • Page 264

    Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel on the vehicle at any given time. Caution! Because of the reduced ground clearance, d...

  • Page 265

    Warning! The limited use spare tires are for emergency use only. Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than 60 mph (100 km/h). Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on either your tire placard or limited use spare t...

  • Page 266

    Tread wear indicators tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the tread is ...

  • Page 267

    Warning! Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. You could lose control and have an accident result- ing in serious injury or death. Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with a...

  • Page 268

    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 suspen- sion dimensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and brak- ing of your vehicle. This can caus...

  • Page 269

    Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear. Tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) — if equipped base tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) operation ...

  • Page 270

    Placard pressure in order for the tpm warning lamp to be turned off. The system will automatically update and the tpm warning lamp will extinguish once the updated tire pressures have been received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) to receive this informa...

  • Page 271

    • various tire pressure monitoring system messages, which display in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) • yellow tire pressure monitoring telltale light tire pressure monitoring low pressure warnings the tire pressure monitoring telltale lamp will illumi- nate in the instrument cluster...

  • Page 272

    Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible, and inflate the low tire(s) that is flashing on the graphic display to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pres- sure value. The system will automatically update, the graphic display of ...

  • Page 273

    If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer exists, the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will no longer flash, and the ⬙check tpm sys- tem ⬙ text message will no longer display. Note: your system can be set t...

  • Page 274

    Caution! The tpms has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. Tpms pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equip- ment that is not of the same size, type, and/or st...

  • Page 275

    • the tpms is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the tire pressure monitoring telltale lamp. • seasonal temperature changes will affect t...

  • Page 276

    Snow tires some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during winter. Standard tires are of the all season type and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the m+s designation on the tire side wall. If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipme...

  • Page 277

    Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving found in the “maintenance schedules” section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permis- sible if desired. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected before rotating. The suggested rotation method is the...

  • Page 278

    Symptoms, try another brand of gasoline (with the ap- propriate octane rating for your engine) before consider- ing service for the vehicle. Reformulated gasoline many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “reformulated gasoline”. Reformulated gasolines cont...

  • Page 279

    Mmt in gasoline mmt is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num- ber. Gasolines blended with mmt offer no performance advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number without mmt. Gasolines blended with mmt have shown to reduce spark ...

  • Page 280

    • an out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate service. Contact your dealer for service assistance. ...

  • Page 281

    • guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte- nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. • keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbo...

  • Page 282

    Caution! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. Caution! A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the malfunction indicator light to turn on. Caution! To a...

  • Page 283

    Note: tighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until you hear one click. This is an indication that cap is properly tightened. If the gas cap is not tighten properly, the malfunction indicator light will come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled. Warning! A fire may resu...

  • Page 284

    Vehicle loading vehicle loading capacities front seat occupants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 rear seat occupants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 lbs. (80 kg) vehicle rated capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . 925...

  • Page 285

    Gross trailer weight (gtw) the gross trailer weight (gtw) is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the trailer in its ⬙loaded and ready for operation⬙ condition. The recom- mended way to measure gtw is to put your f...

  • Page 286

    Frontal area the maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer. Trailer sway control the trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion ...

  • Page 287

    Warning! An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability, braking per- formance, and could result in an accident. Weight distributing systems may not be compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable recrea...

  • Page 288

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) the following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight rat- ings) the following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given ...

  • Page 289

    Note 1 – the trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the weight referenced on the tire and loading information placard. Refer to the tire– safety information section in this manual. Trailer and tongue weight always load ...

  • Page 290

    Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • the tongue weight of the trailer. • the weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. • the weight of the driver and all passengers. Note: remember that everything put into or on the...

  • Page 291

    Warning! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that...

  • Page 292

    4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (this requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). Towing requirements — tires − do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. − proper ti...

  • Page 293

    − trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). Caution! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this could lead to...

  • Page 294

    Note: do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Towing tips before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing ...

  • Page 295

    Towing tips — automatic transmission the automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you regularly tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. See schedule “b” in section 8 of this manual for transmission fluid change intervals. Note: check the automatic transmis...

  • Page 296

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle (flat towing with all four wheels on the ground) caution! Do not flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the driv- etrain will result. Note: if the vehicle requires towing make sure all four wheels are off the ground. 2...

  • Page 297: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 䡵 automatic transaxle overheating . . . . . . . . . . . 300 䡵 jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 ▫ jack loca...

  • Page 298

    Hazard warning flasher the flasher switch is located on the instrument panel, below the radio. Depress the switch and both cluster indicators and all front and rear directional signals will flash. Depress the switch again to turn hazard warning flashers off. Do not use this emergency warning system ...

  • Page 299

    The normal range. If the pointer remains on the h (red) mark for more than a minute, turn the engine off imme- diately and call for service. Note: there are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system a...

  • Page 300

    Warning! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, refer to section 7, maintenance, of this manual. Follow the warnings und...

  • Page 301

    Jacking and tire changing warning! • being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you need t...

  • Page 302

    Spare tire stowage the compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor in the cargo area. Spare tire removal lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. Preparations for jacking park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice or slippery areas, set the parking brake and place t...

  • Page 303

    2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. Caution! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in step 3. 3. There are two front jacking locations and two rear jacking locations...

  • Page 304

    4. 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 the wheel to be changed. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jac...

  • Page 305

    Warning! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. 10. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area, have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible. ...

  • Page 306

    Warning! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- axle cannot be started this way and may be damaged. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the...

  • Page 307

    4. Remove the air intake duct covering the battery, using the two finger screws on the cover. 5. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive terminal of the dis- charged battery. Warning! Battery fluid i...

  • Page 308

    7. If the vehicle is equipped with sentry key immobi- lizer, turn the ignition switch to the on position for 3 seconds before moving the ignition switch to the start position. 8. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the engine in...

  • Page 309

    2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. Keep tires properly inflated. 5. Maintain enough distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop. Freeing a stuck vehicle note:...

  • Page 310

    Caution! Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transaxle overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h). Do not spin the wheels continu- ously for more than 30 seconds. Towing a disabled vehicle with ignition key automatic...

  • Page 311

    Without the ignition key special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the lock position. A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised. Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam- age to the vehicle. Battery power is required to rel...

  • Page 313: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — gasoline engines . . . . . 316 䡵 onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . . . . . . . . 317 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 314

    ▫ front suspension ball joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 ▫ body lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 ▫ windshield wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 ▫ windshield washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 ▫ exhaust system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 315

    䡵 fluids and capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 䡵 fluids, lubricants and genuine parts . . . . . . . . 363 ▫ engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363 ▫ chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 maintaining your vehicle 315 7.

  • Page 316

    Engine compartment — gasoline engines 316 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 317

    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 318

    Sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off. If the problem persists, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, ...

  • Page 319

    4. As soon as you turn your key to the on position, you will see your mil symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen: a. The mil will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn off the igni...

  • Page 320

    Dealer service your dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner. Service manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourse...

  • Page 321

    The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a 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 vehic...

  • Page 322

    Change engine oil road conditions and your kind of driving affects the interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the following list to decide if any apply to you. • day and night temperatures are below 32°f (0°c). • stop and go driving. • extensive engine idling. • driving in dusty conditi...

  • Page 323

    American petroleum institute (api) engine oil identification symbol this symbol means that the oil has been certified by the american petroleum institute (api). The manufacturer only recommends api certified engine oils. Engine oil viscosity (sae grade) sae 5w-20 engine oil is recommended for all op...

  • Page 324

    Disposing of used engine oil care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil from your vehicle. Used oil, indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the environment. Contact your dealer, service station, or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil can be safely discard...

  • Page 325

    Catalytic converter the catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to k...

  • Page 326

    Warning! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex- haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any- thing that can burn. In unusual sit...

  • Page 327

    Fuel filter a plugged fuel filter can cause hard starting or limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven. Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank, frequent filter replacement may be necessary. The fuel filters are located inside the fuel tank. See your dealer for service....

  • Page 328

    Caution! When servicing the battery, always reinstall the battery thermowrap. The thermowrap provides bat- tery heat protection and will extend overall battery life. Failure to reinstall the thermowrap can result in evaporative loss of the battery fluid. Warning! Battery fluid is a corrosive acid so...

  • Page 329

    Caution! It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+) and negative (-) and identified on the battery case. Cable clamps should be tight ...

  • Page 330

    Warning! • use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Re...

  • Page 331

    Warning! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only manufacturers recommended power steering fluid. If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level...

  • Page 332

    Windshield wiper blades clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent. This will remove accumulations of salt, waxes or road film and help reduce streaking and smearing. Operation of th...

  • Page 333

    When the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; have a competent technician inspect the complete ex- haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartme...

  • Page 334

    Coolant checks check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of the a/c condenser for any accumu...

  • Page 335

    Caution! Mixing of coolants other than specified hoat en- gine coolants, may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. If a non-hoat cool- ant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it should be replaced with the specified coolant as soon as possible. Do not use ...

  • Page 336

    The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. 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 opera...

  • Page 337

    Do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately. Coolant level the coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that t...

  • Page 338

    • check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to be added, contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing. • if frequent coolant additions are required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle does not drop wh...

  • Page 339

    Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou- plings to make sure the are secure and no leaks are present. Components should be replaced immediately if there is any evidence of degradation that could cause failure. Fuel system connections electronic fuel injection high pressure fuel systems a...

  • Page 340

    Brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces- sive swelling suggest deterioration of the rubber. Particu- lar attention should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they a...

  • Page 341

    Fluid reservoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced. However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Note: if your vehicle is equipped with a manual transaxle , the brake fluid reservoir...

  • Page 342

    Warning! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter. Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the ...

  • Page 343

    Fluid and filter changes refer to the “maintenance schedule located if section 8 of this manual for the correct change interval for your type of driving. Special additives do not add any materials (other than leak detection dyes) to automatic transmission fluid (atf). Atf is an engi- neered product ...

  • Page 344

    Rear drive assembly (rda )– awd/4wd models only lubricant selection use only manufacturers recommended fluid. Refer to fluids, lubricants and genuine parts for correct fluid type. Fluid level check visually inspected the unit at each oil change for leakage. If leakage is detected, check the fluid le...

  • Page 345

    Appearance care and protection from corrosion protection of body and paint from corrosion vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons,...

  • Page 346

    • use mopar cleaner wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. • avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish. Caution! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as s...

  • Page 347

    • use mopar touch up paint on scratches as soon as possible. Your dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. Wheel and wheel trim care all wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosio...

  • Page 348

    Mopar total clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery. Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn ...

  • Page 349

    Glass surfaces all glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with mopar glass cleaner or any commercial household- type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equ...

  • Page 350

    Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly. Dry with a soft tissue. Fuses/integrated power module (ipm) an integrated power module is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A la...

  • Page 351

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 1 empty empty 2 15 amp lt. Blue 4wd ecu feed 3 10 amp red chmsl brake switch feed 4 10 amp red ignition switch feed 5 20 amp yellow trailer tow 6 10 amp red iod sw/pwr mir/ ocm steering cntrl sdar/hands free phone 7 30 amp green iod sense1 8 30 amp green i...

  • Page 352

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 17 10 amp red iod feed mod-wcm 18 40 amp green asd relay contact pwr feed 19 20 amp yellow pwr amp 1 & amp 2 feed 20 15 amp lt. Blue iod feed radio 21 10 amp red iod feed intrus mod/siren 22 10 amp red ign run heat/ac/ compass sensor 23 15 amp lt. Blue eng...

  • Page 353

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 33 10 amp red abs mod/j1962 conn/pcm 34 30 amp pink abs valve feed 35 40 amp green abs pump feed 36 30 amp pink headlamp /washer control / smart glass 37 25 amp natural 110 inverter caution! • when installing the integrated power module cover, it is import...

  • Page 354

    Vehicle storage if you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to preserve your battery. You may: • disengage the mini fuse in the power distribution center labeled iod (ignition off-draw). • or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Replacement bulb...

  • Page 355

    Bulb replacement headlamps • raise the hood and locate connector behind the head- lamp. Locating headlamp connector releasing red lock tab maintaining your vehicle 355 7.

  • Page 356

    • reach into engine compartment and pull red lock out at connector. Remove green connector from back of bulb by pulling straight back twisting bulb from socket 356 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 357

    • twist the bulb to the left and pull outward from assembly. Note: these are halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch the bulb with your fingers. Body oils from your fingers could cause excessive heat buildup which reduces bulb life. Fog lights 1. Access lamp through the lower fascia cutout. 2. Rotate ...

  • Page 358

    Tail lights, rear turn signals and backup lights — replacement 1. Remove the two push-pins from the tail light housing. Removing push-pins push-pins removed 358 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 359

    2. Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly to disengage the lamp from the aperture panel. 3. Twist and remove socket from lamp. Pulling lamp from body removing socket and bulb maintaining your vehicle 359 7.

  • Page 360

    4. Remove bulb from socket and replace. License lights 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate. Removing bulb from socket prying lamp from liftgate 360 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 361

    2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 3. Pull bulb from socket. Center high-mounted stoplight light is an led assembly. See your authorized dealer for replacement. Removing socket from lamp removing bulb from socket maintaining your vehicle 361 7.

  • Page 362

    Fluids and capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 13.5 gallons 51.0 liters engine oil-with filter all gasoline engines (use api certified sae 5w-20 engine oil.) 4.5 quarts 4.26 liters cooling system * mopar 威 antifreeze/coolant 5 year/100,000 miles formula), or equivalent. 7.2 quarts 6.8 liters *...

  • Page 363

    Fluids, lubricants and genuine parts engine component fluids, lubricants and genuine parts engine coolant mopar 威 antifreeze/coolant 5 year/100,000 mile formula hoat (hybrid or- ganic additive technology) or equivalent. Engine oil use api certified sae 5w-20 engine oil. Refer to your engine oil fill...

  • Page 364

    Chassis component fluids, lubricants and genuine parts. Automatic transaxle fluid mopar 威 cvtf + 4 manual transaxle fluid mopar 威 atf+4 ms9602 rear drive assembly (rda) mopar 威 gear & axle lubricant sae 80w-90 api gl 5 or equivalent non- synthetic product. Power transfer unit (ptu) mopar 威 gear & ax...

  • Page 365: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 emission control system maintenance . . . . . . . . 366 䡵 maintenance schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 ▫ schedule “b” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369 ▫ schedule “a” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 8 m a i n t...

  • Page 366

    Emission control system maintenance the “scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done t...

  • Page 367

    • off-road or desert operation. • heavy loading note: if any of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule “b” of the ⬙maintenance schedules⬙ section of this manual. Note: if any of these apply to you then change...

  • Page 368

    Once a month • check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. • inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake/ clutch master cylinder, and manual transaxle and add as needed. • check all lights and all other electr...

  • Page 369

    Schedule “b” follow schedule “b” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. • day or night temperatures are below 32° f (0° c). • stop and go driving. • extensive engine idling. • driving in dusty conditions. • short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km). • more...

  • Page 370

    Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 (kilometers) (5 000 ) (10 000 ) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. X x x x x rotate tires. X x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x inspect engine air cleaner filter,...

  • Page 371

    Miles 18,000 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 (kilometers) (30 000) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. X x x x x rotate tires. X x x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x x inspect brake linings. X ins...

  • Page 372

    Miles 33,000 36,000 39, 000 42,000 45,000 (kilometers) (55 000) (60 000) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. X x x x x rotate tires. X x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x inspect brake linings. X inspec...

  • Page 373

    Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000 (kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000) change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. X x x x x change automatic transaxle (cvt) fluid and filter x change manual transaxle fluid. X change rear drive assembly...

  • Page 374

    Miles 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 75,000 (kilometers) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) (125 000) change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. X x x x x rotate tires. X x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x inspect brake linings. X in...

  • Page 375

    Miles 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (kilometers ) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. X x x x x rotate tires. X x x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x x inspect brake linings....

  • Page 376

    Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 (kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. X x x x change manual transaxle fluid. X rotate tires. X x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x flush and re...

  • Page 377

    Miles 105,000 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 (kilometers) (175 000) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. X x x x x x change automatic transaxle (cvt) fluid and filter x change rear drive assembly (rd...

  • Page 378

    Schedule “a” miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 (kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000 ) (50 000) [months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] change engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x rotate tires. X x x x x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x x x x inspect brak...

  • Page 379

    Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54000 60,000 66,000 (kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) [months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] change engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x x change rear drive assembly (rda) fluid. X change power transfer unit (ptu) fluid. X rotate t...

  • Page 380

    Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 (kilometers) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) [months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] change engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x rotate tires. X x x x x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x x x x inspect brake linin...

  • Page 381

    Miles 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000 (kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [months] [102] [108] [114] [120] change engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x change rear drive assembly (rda) fluid. X change power transfer unit (ptu) fluid. X rotate tires. X x x x check spare tire for ...

  • Page 382

    ** this maintenance is recommended by the manufac- turer to the owner, but not required to maintain the emissions warranty. Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts. Warning! You can be badly injured working on or around a ...

  • Page 383: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 ▫ prepare for the appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 ▫ be reasonable...

  • Page 384

    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 385

    Technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process. • if for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk t...

  • Page 386

    Customer assistance for the hearing or speech impaired (tdd/tty) to assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special tdd (telecommuni- cation devices for the deaf) equipment at its customer center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a tdd ...

  • Page 387

    Warranty information (u.S. Vehicles only) see the warranty information booklet for the terms and provisions of daimlerchrysler’s warranties applicable to this vehicle. Mopar 姞 parts mopar 威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep your vehicl...

  • Page 388

    Publication order forms to order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, mas- tercard, american express, and discover orders are ac- cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. Note: a street address is required wh...

  • Page 389

    Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (u.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (canada) or visit us on the world wide web at: • www.Techauthority.Daimlerchrysler.Com • www.Daimlerchrysler.Ca/manuals department of transportation uniform tire quality grades the following describes the tire grading categories estab- lish...

  • Page 390

    On specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked c may have poor traction perfor- mance. Warning! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction chara...

  • Page 391: Index

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  • Page 392

    Abs (anti-lock brake system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 335 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127,158 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 393

    Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 keyless transmitter replacement (rke) . . . . . . . 29 belts, drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 body mechanism lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 b-pillar location . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 394

    Cd (compact disc) player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187,195 cd (compact disc) player maintenance . . . . . . . . 219 cellular phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83,220 center high mounted stop light . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 chains, tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 395

    Selection of coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . 334 corrosion protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 crankcase emission control system . . . . . . . . . . 326 cruise light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 396

    Checking oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 exhaust gas caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 397

    Four wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 four wheel drive operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 freeing a stuck vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 398

    Hands-free phone (uconnect™) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 399

    Key, programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 key, replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 key, sentry (immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 key-in reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 keyless entry system (sedan)...

  • Page 400

    Seat belt reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 security alarm (theft alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 theft alarm (security alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 traction control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 turn signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 401

    Modifications/alterations, vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 monitor, tire pressure system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 mopar parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319,387 multi-function control lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 navigation radio . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 402

    Personal settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 phone, cellular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 phone, hands-free (uconnect™) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 placard, tire and loadin...

  • Page 403

    Recorder, event data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 recreational towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 reminder, seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 remote control door loc...

  • Page 404

    Seat belts (sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 head restraints . ...

  • Page 405

    Starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 steering power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250,330 tilt column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 wheel lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 steering wheel moun...

  • Page 406

    Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 life of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255,256 pressure monitor system (tpms) . . . . . . . . . . . 269 quality grading . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 407

    Transmitter battery service (remote keyless entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 transmitter, garage door opener (homelink 威) . . 132 transmitter programming (remote keyless entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 transporting pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 408

    Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 windshield washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125,332 wiper blade replacement ....