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Jeep 2008 Cherokee Owner's Manual

Summary of 2008 Cherokee

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    Table of contents section page 1 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 things to know before starting your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 3 understanding the f...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction contents m introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m rollover warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 m how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 m warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 m vehicle i...

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    Introduction this is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional two-wheel drive vehicles were not intended. However, on-road ride and handling will have a different feel from what drivers experience with other v...

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    Note: after you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-train...

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    Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the u.S. Government notes that the universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year, and could reduce disabling injuries by 2 million annually...

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    Introduction 7 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....

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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 9 1.

  • Page 11: Contents

    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents m a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ wireless ignition node (win) . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ fob with integrated key (fobik) . . . . . . . . . .15 ▫ ignition key removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 ▫ key-...

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    ▫ programming additional transmitters . . . . . . . .25 ▫ transmitter battery service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 m remote starting system — if equipped . . . . . . . .26 m door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    M engine break-in recommendations . . . . . . . . . . .68 m safety tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 ▫ exhaust gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 ▫ safety checks you should make inside the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    A word about your keys your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a fob with integrated key and a wireless ignition node (win) with integral ignition switch. You can insert the double-sided integrated key into the igni- tion switch with either side up. Wireless ignition nod...

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    Fob with integrated key (fobik) the fob with integrated key operates the ignition switch. It also contains the remote keyless entry (rke) trans- mitter and a valet key, which stores in the rear of the fob. The valet key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the fob g...

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    Ignition key removal place the selector lever in “p” (park). Turn the key to the lock position, and remove the key. Note: • if you try to remove the key before you place the selector lever in “p” (park), it may become trapped temporarily in the ignition switch. If this occurs, rotate the key to the ...

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    Caution! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Key-in-ignition reminder if you open the driver’s door and the key is in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key. Note: the key-i...

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    Flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid fob to start the engine. Either of these condi- tions will result in the engine being shut off after two (2) seconds. If the vehicle security alarm indicator light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for long...

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    Location. This number is required for dealer replacement of fobs. Duplication of fobs may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the customer key pro- gramming procedure. This procedure consists of pro- gramming a blank fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank fob is one, which has never be...

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    Note: if a programmed key is lost, see your dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the systems memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be repro- grammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to the dealer at the time of service to be reprogram...

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    The door lock plunger located on the inside of the doors or with the driver’s door key lock cylinder, will not set the alarm. To disarm the system to disarm the system, use the remote keyless entry transmitter. If something has triggered the system in your absence, the horn will sound three times wh...

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    Note: inserting the fob with integrated key into the ignition switch disables all buttons on that transmitter; however, the buttons on the remaining transmitters will continue to work. Shifting the vehicle out of “p” (park) disables all transmitter buttons for all fobs. To unlock the doors press and...

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    Flash lights with remote key lock this feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the transmitter. This feature can be turned on or off. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: • for vehicles equipped with the electronic vehicle informati...

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    To release the liftgate flipper glass press the “flipper glass/trunk release” button on the transmitter two times to release the flipper glass. Warning! Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poi- sonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes....

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    Programming additional transmitters refer to sentry key “customer key (fob) program- ming.” if you do not have a programmed transmitter, contact your dealer for details. Transmitter battery service the recommended replacement battery is one cr2032 battery. Note: perchlorate material — special handli...

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    General information this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules and rss 210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • this device may not cause harmful interference. • this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesi...

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    Once the vehicle has started, the engine will run for 15 minutes. To cancel remote start, press the “remote start” button once. The parking lamps will remain illuminated to indicate that the vehicle has remote started and the engine is running. The lamps will turn off when the ignition is turned to ...

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    The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start, where the remote start sequence was initiated but the engine stopped cranking without starting. After either of these conditions, or if the vehicle theft alarm is alarming, or...

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    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. If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the ignition switch, and the driver’s door is open, the doors will not lock. The rear doors ca...

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    Child protection door lock the rear doors of your vehicle are equipped with child protection locks. If you push up on the lever on the open edge of the door it cannot be opened from the inside of the vehicle. Push the lever down to disengage the child protection locks. Warning! Avoid trapping anyone...

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    Windows power windows the power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door/rear doors which operates the front passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the on or ...

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    Auto down both the driver and front passenger window switch has an “auto down” feature. Press the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the “auto down” movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch....

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    Warning! There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing. Resetting the auto-up feature should the auto-up feature stop working the window probably needs to be reset. To reset auto-up: pull the window switch up and close...

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    Open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting. Liftgate to open the liftgate, pull up (squeeze) on the handle and lift. Manually unlocking the vehicle doors wit...

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    Warning! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. Liftgate flipper glass the liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is...

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    Once the liftgate flipper glass has been opened, connec- tion to the rear window wiper is interrupted, preventing activation of the rear wiper blade while the flipper glass is open. Note: if a power malfunction to the power liftgate latch should occur, an emergency liftgate latch release can be used...

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    Warning! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer injuries, including fatalities, if you are not properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up prope...

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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 wo...

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    3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” warning! A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt ...

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    4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. Wa...

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    6. To release the belt, push the red button marked press on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow it to retract fully. Warning! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no p...

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    As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position. Automatic locking mode — if equipped in this mode,...

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    Warning! • the belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly “automatic locking retrac- tor” feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the service manual. • failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly c...

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    Seconds or until the driver’s seat belt is buckled. The enhanced warning system (beltalert) will be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The enhanced warning system (beltalert) can be en- abled or disabled b...

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    Seat belts and pregnant women we recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the belt lo...

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    Driver and front passenger supplemental restraint systems (srs) this vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel. The passenger side airbag is mounted in the instrumen...

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    Note: airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will open to allow airbag deployment. Warning! • do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured be- cause the airbags are no longer fu...

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    Note: do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the proper performance of the window bags. The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity. Alo...

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    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. See “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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    How the airbag system works • the occupant restraint control (orc) module de- termines if a frontal, side, or rollover collision is severe enough to require the front and/or side airbags to inflate. The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation from direc- ti...

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    • the driver and passenger airbag/inflator units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel. When the orc detects a collision requiring the airbags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airba...

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    • the knee impact bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger, and position every- one for the best interaction with the front airbag. If a deployment occurs the airbag system is designed to deploy when the occupant restraint control (orc) module detects a moderate-to-sever...

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    • it is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the airbags will not be in place to protect you. Warning! Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, seat belt pretensio...

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    Maintaining your airbag system warning! • modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the stee...

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    Block for blown fuses. Refer to “fuse panel” in section 5 of this manual. See your dealer if the fuse is good. Event data recorder (edr) in the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to record up to 5-seconds of specific vehicle data parameters (see the following list) in an event data recor...

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    Accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.E., pursuant to a warrant). A copy of the data will be provided to the custodial entity upon request. General data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for inc...

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    • engine control status (including engine speed) • transmission gear selection • cruise control status • traction/stability control status • tire pressure monitoring system status child restraint everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time — babies and children, too. Every state in ...

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    Infants and child restraints • 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. • the infant carr...

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    Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child restraint: • before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable safety standards. The manufacturer also recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use i...

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    Buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out. • if the belt still cannot be tightened...

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    Belt-positioning booster seat. The child and belt- positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt. Children too large for booster seats children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat wh...

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    Kits or retro-fit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re- straint in any vehicle. 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 ...

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    Install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces. In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. Many, but not all restraint systems will b...

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    Hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap. You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. Next attach the lower hooks or co...

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    However, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary. For seat belts having an automatic locking 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 ...

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    Warning! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Transporting pets airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An...

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

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    Safety tips exhaust gas warning! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (co) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (co) follow the safety tips below. • do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain...

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    Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the belt. Airbag warning light the light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check whe...

  • Page 71: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents m mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . . .78 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ things you should know about your uconnect™ system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 m seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ▫ front manual seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ▫ fr...

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    ▫ smartbeams — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 ▫ instrument panel and interior lights . . . . . . . 126 ▫ daytime running lights — if equipped . . . . . 127 ▫ automatic headlight leveling — hid headlights only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 ▫ lights-on reminder . . . . ....

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    ▫ to vary the speed setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 ▫ to accelerate for passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 m electronic brake control system . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 ▫ abs (anti-lock brake system) . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 ▫ tcs (traction control system) . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ sunglasses storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 m garage door opener — if equipped . . . . . . . . . 158 ▫ programming homelinkt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 ▫ gate operator/canadian programming . . . . . 162 ▫ using homelinkt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 ▫ rep...

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    M cargo area features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 ▫ cargo light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 ▫ rear storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 ▫ retractable cargo area cover — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 ▫ carg...

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    Mirrors inside day/night mirror the mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mi...

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    Automatic dimming mirror — if equipped this mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light next to the button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated. Caution...

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    Warning! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or...

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    After selecting a mirror move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position. Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional memory seat feature. Refer to “driver memory seat” in thi...

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    Sun visor extension (if equipped) this feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for increased coverage. Hands–free communication (uconnect™) — if equipped note: the sales code rer radio contains an inte- grated hands-free communication (uconnect™) sys- tem. Refer to your “navigation user’s ...

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    Note: the uconnect™ system use requires a cellular phone equipped with the bluetooth 9hands-free profile,9 version 0.96 or higher. See uconnect™ website for sup- ported phones. Note: for uconnect™ customer support, visit the following web sites: • www.Chrysler.Com/uconnect • www.Dodge.Com/uconnect •...

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    Radio or the mirror has the two control buttons (phone button and voice recognition button) that will enable you to access the system. Voice recognition button actual button location may vary with radio. The individual buttons are described in the “operation” section. The uconnect™ system can be use...

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    • for certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying 9setup9 and then 9phone pairing,9 the following compound command can be said: 9setup phone pairing.9 • for each feature explanation in this section, only the combined form of the voice command is given. You can a...

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    To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer- ence your cellular phone owner’s manual. The ucon- nect™ website may also provide detailed instructions for pairing. The following are general phone to uconnect™ system pairing instructions: • press the “phone” button to begin. • after the 9re...

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    Dial by saying a number • press the “phone” button to begin. • after the 9ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9dial.9 • system will prompt you to say the number you want call. • for example, you can say 9234-567-8901.9 the phone number that you enter must be of valid length and combination. Ba...

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    Add names to your uconnect™ phonebook note: adding names to phone book is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • press the “phone” button to begin. • after the 9ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9phonebook new entry.9 • when prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use of long names he...

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    Exchange profile (obex). Please see your phone owners’ manual for specific instructions on how to send these entries from your phone. Note: • phone handset must support bluetooth obex trans- fers of phonebook entries to use this feature. • some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they are alread...

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    9phonebook edit9 can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook. For example, the entry john doe may have a mobile and a home number, but you can add john doe’s work number later using the 9phonebook edit9 feature. Delete entries in the uconnect™ phonebo...

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    • after confirmation, the phone book entries will be deleted. • note that only the phone book in the current language is deleted. List all names in the uconnect™ phonebook • press the “phone” button to begin. • after the 9ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9phonebook list names.9 • the uconne...

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    Call, press and hold the ’phone’ button until you hear a single beep indicating that the incoming call was rejected. Answer or reject an incoming call - call currently in progress if a call is currently in progress and you have another incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for call wai...

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    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 been joined into one conference call. Three-way calling to initiate three-way calling, press the “voice recogni- tion” button...

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    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 uconnect™ system either until the call ends or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the ucon...

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    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 phone is not reachable and the uconnect™ system is operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: • press the “phone” butto...

  • Page 95

    Please refer to the 24-hour “towing assistance” cover- age details in the warranty information booklet and on the 24–hour towing assistance card. Paging to learn how to page refer to 9working with automated systems. 9 paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time-out a litt...

  • Page 96

    Entries. To use this feature, dial the number you wish to call and then press the “voice recognition” button and say “send.” the system will prompt you to enter the name or number, say the name of the phonebook entry you wish to send. The uconnect™ will then send the corresponding phone number assoc...

  • Page 97

    Notification to inform you of your phone and network status when you are attempting to make a phone call using uconnect™. The status is given for roaming, network signal strength, phone battery strength, etc. Dialing using the cellular phone keypad you can dial a phone number with your cellular phon...

  • Page 98

    Advanced phone connectivity transfer call to and from cellular phone the uconnect™ system allows on going calls to be transferred from your cellular phone to the uconnect™ system without terminating the call. To transfer an ongo- ing call from your uconnect™ paired cellular phone to the uconnect™ sy...

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    • press the “phone” button to begin. • after the 9ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9setup select phone9 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...

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    Things you should know about your uconnect™ system uconnect™ tutorial to hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the “phone” button and say “uconnect™ tutorial.” voice training for users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers, the ucon- nect...

  • Page 101

    • speak normally, without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet away from you. • make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period. • performance is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle s...

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    Far end audio performance • audio quality is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, and • dry weather condition. • operation from driver seat. • performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and lou...

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle 103 3.

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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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    Voice commands primary alternate(s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all voice commands primary alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts. Continue delete dial download edit emergency english erase all espanol francais help home 106 under...

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    Voice commands primary alternate(s) language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial voice commands primary alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up...

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    General information this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules and rss 210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • this device may not cause harmful interference. • this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesi...

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    Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. Warning! • it is extremely dangerous to ride i...

  • Page 110

    Manual lumbar support adjustment the manual lumbar support adjustment lever is located on the right side of the driver’s seat (all models) and on the left side of the passenger’s seat (if equipped). Moving the lumbar control lever fore and aft increases or de- creases the lumbar support. 8 - way dri...

  • Page 111

    4 - way passenger’s power seat — if equipped the front passenger’s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the passenger seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls forward/rearward adjust- ment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjust- ment. Note: the 4 - way seat d...

  • Page 112

    Center of the instrument panel. After turning on the ignition, you can choose from high, low, or off heat settings. Amber leds on the side of each switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two leds are illuminated for high, one for low, and none for off. Pressing the switch once will select high-lev...

  • Page 113

    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 temperatures, especially if...

  • Page 114

    Heating. Pressing the switch a second time will select low-level heating. Pressing the switch a third time will shut the heating elements off. When high-temperature heating is selected, the heaters provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation after heating is activated. Th...

  • Page 115

    60/40 split rear seat to lower rear seat either side of the rear seat can be lowered to allow for extended cargo space and still maintain some rear seating room. Note: be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seatback to fold down easily. 1. Pul...

  • Page 116

    2. Fold the rear seat completely forward. To raise rear seat raise the rear seatback and lock it into place. If interfer- ence from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position. Warning! The cargo area in the rear of the ...

  • Page 117

    Storage — rear seat armrest (if equipped) the rear seat may be equipped with a center storage armrest. Press the latch and lift the top of the armrest to access the storage bin. Rear seat armrest armrest storage bin understanding the features of your vehicle 117 3.

  • Page 118

    Driver memory seat — if equipped once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat, driver’s outside mirror, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, and radio station preset settings. Your remote key- less entry transmitters can also be p...

  • Page 119

    3. Adjust the driver’s seat, recliner, and driver’s side view mirror to the desired positions. 4. Adjust the brake and accelerator pedals to the desired positions. 5. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets (up to 10 am and 10 fm stations can be set). 6. Turn the ignition switch to the o...

  • Page 120

    Memory position recall note: the vehicle must be in park to recall memory positions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not in park, a message will be displayed in the electronic vehicle information center (evic). To recall the memory settings for driver one, press memory button number 1 o...

  • Page 121

    Note: once programmed, all transmitters linked to memory can be easily enabled or disabled at one time. Refer to remote linked to memory under 9electronic vehicle information center (evic) — customer pro- grammable features 9 in section 4 for more information. Easy entry/exit seat this feature provi...

  • Page 122

    Through the programmable features in the electronic vehicle information center (evic). Refer to 9electronic vehicle information center (evic) — customer pro- grammable features 9 in section 4 for more information. To open and close the hood to open the hood, pull the release lever inside your vehicl...

  • Page 123

    Warning! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving. Lights multi-function control lever the multi-function control lever controls the operation of the headlights, turn signals,...

  • Page 124

    Battery saver feature—exterior/interior lights if the multi-function control lever is left in the interior light position, parking light position, or the headlight position when the ignition switch is moved to the off position, the battery saver feature will automatically turn off the exterior and i...

  • Page 125

    This system performs two functions. With the engine running and the multi-function control lever in the a (auto) position, the headlights will turn on and off based on the surrounding light levels. Headlights on automatically with wipers if your vehicle is equipped with automatic headlights it also ...

  • Page 126

    To activate 1. Select “auto headlamp low/high beams? — low/ high beam.” refer to “evic — customer programmable features” in section 4 of this manual. 2. Turn the end of the multi-function control lever to the a (auto) headlight position. 3. Push the multi-function control lever away from you (toward...

  • Page 127

    Even when the doors and liftgate are open. While in the “off” position the instrument panel lighting is at the lowest light level and may not be suitable for night driving. Daytime running lights — if equipped the high beam headlights come on at a low intensity level whenever the engine is running, ...

  • Page 128

    Note: proper aim and adjustments of the front fog lights should be made to prevent excessive glare for other drivers. Turn signals move the multi-function control lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster will flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn sig...

  • Page 129

    Interior lights the interior lighting consists of courtesy lights mounted below the instrument panel, an overhead console light assembly which contains both driver and passenger reading lights, reading lights located above the rear doors, and a rear cargo light. Opening a door or turning the center ...

  • Page 130

    Section. For information on the rear wiper and washer, refer to “rear window features” in this section. Note: always remove any build-up of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned off and the blades cannot return to ...

  • Page 131

    Mist use this feature when weather conditions make occa- sional usage of the wipers necessary. Pull down and release the control lever for a single wiping cycle. Speed sensitive intermittent wiper system use one of the five intermittent wiper speeds when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle...

  • Page 132

    Note: • the rain sensing feature will not operate when the wiper switch is in the low or high speed position. • the rain sensing feature may not function properly when ice, or dried salt water is present on the wind- shield. • use of rain-xt or products containing wax or silicone may reduce rain sen...

  • Page 133

    Tilt/telescoping steering column this feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping control handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. To unlock the steering co...

  • Page 134

    Adjustable pedals — if equipped this feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals to move toward the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel. The adjustable pedal system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position. The ...

  • Page 135

    Caution! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedal’s or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim- ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal’s path. Electronic speed control — if equipped when engaged, t...

  • Page 136

    To activate push the on/off button. The cruise indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the on/off button a second time. The cruise indicator will turn off. The system should be turned off when not in use. Warning! Leaving the speed control system on when not...

  • Page 137

    To resume speed to resume a previously set speed, push the “resume accel” lever up and release. Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) for 3.7l, 4.7l, and 5.7l engines, and 14 mph (23 km/h) for 3.0l diesel engines. To vary the speed setting when the speed control is on, speed can be ...

  • Page 138

    Using speed control on hills the automatic transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed. Note: the speed control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be pr...

  • Page 139

    Warning! Abs (anti-lock brake system) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. Abs cannot prevent accidents, in- cluding those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surf...

  • Page 140

    Bas (brake assist system) 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

    Erm (electronic roll mitigation) this system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle. When erm determines that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel 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 oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or unders...

  • Page 143

    Warning! Esp (electronic stability program) 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, in- cluding those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slipper...

  • Page 144

    Or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than esp would normally allow is required to gain traction. To turn esp on again, momentarily depress the 9esp off” switch. This will restore the normal “esp on” mode of operation. Note: to improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or star...

  • 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 40 mph (64 km/h). At 40 mph (64 km/h) the system returns to “partial off” mode, described above. When the vehicle speed drops below 35 mph (56 km/h) the ...

  • Page 146

    A speed of 40 mph (64 km/h). At 40 mph (64 km/h), the normal esp stability function returns but tcs remains off. When the vehicle speed drops below 35 mph (56 km/h), the esp system shuts off. Esp is deactivated at low vehicle speeds in 4wd low range so that it will not interfere with off-road drivin...

  • Page 147

    Swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. Refer to “trailer towing” in section 5 of this manual for more information on towing a trailer with your vehicle. When tsc is functioning, the “esp/tcs indicator light” will flash, the engine power may be...

  • Page 148

    • gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.E., vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle back- ing uphill is in r (reverse) gear). Hsa will work in r (reverse) and all forward gears when the activation criteria have been met. The system will not activate if the vehicle is placed in...

  • Page 149

    Hsa off if you wish to turn off the hsa system, it can be done using the customer programmable features in the elec- tronic vehicle information center (evic). Refer to “elec- tronic vehicle information center (evic)” in section 4 of this manual. Hdc (hill descent control) (4wd models with nv245 two–...

  • Page 150

    And will only activate when the vehicle is descending a hill. It will usually not activate on level ground. The hdc speed may be adjusted by the driver to suit the driving conditions. The speed corresponds to the trans- mission gear selected. • 1st = 1 mph (1.6 km/h) • 2nd = 2.5 mph (4 km/h) • 3rd =...

  • Page 151

    Warning! Hdc is only intended to assist the driver in control- ling vehicle speed when descending hills. The driver must remain attentive to the driving conditions and is responsible for maintaining a safe vehicle speed. Esp/bas warning lamp and esp/tcs indicator light the malfunction indicator lamp...

  • Page 152

    Rear park assist system— if equipped the rear park assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle when backing up. Refer to the warning section and note section for limitations of this system and recommendations. The rear park ...

  • Page 153

    Rear park assist warning display the rear park assist warning display, located in the headliner near the flipper glass, provides both visual and audible warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle. When the ignition is changed to the run/on position, the warni...

  • Page 154

    Warning display distances display led obstacle distance from: led color audible signal rear corners rear center 1st led 59 in. (150 cm) yellow none 2nd led 51 in. (130 cm) yellow none 3rd led 45 in. (115 cm) yellow none 4th led 31.5 in. (80 cm) 39 in. (100 cm) yellow none 5th led 25.5 in. (65 cm) 33...

  • Page 155

    Note: the rear park assist system will mute the radio, if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. Enable/disable the rear park assist system the rear park assist system can be enabled and disabled with a switch located on the upper switch bank of the instrument panel. When the switch is press...

  • Page 156

    Cleaning the rear park assist system clean the rear park assist sensors with water, car wash soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not scratch or poke the sensors. Otherwise, you could damage the sensors. Rear camera — if equipped vehicles with a navigation radio may be equipped...

  • Page 157

    2. Select “on” at the “rear camera” screen. Highlight “done” and press enter. The rear camera is now enabled. 3. When the vehicle is shifted into r (reverse), the caution screen will appear, followed by an image of the rear of the vehicle. 4. When the vehicle is shifted out of r (reverse), the rear ...

  • Page 158

    Courtesy/reading lights at the forward end of the console are two courtesy/ reading lights. Press the lens to turn these lights on. Press a second time to turn the lights off. The lights also turn on when a front door or rear door is opened. The lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the...

  • Page 159

    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. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by fede...

  • Page 160

    Programming homelink t before you begin if you have not trained any of the homelink t buttons, erase all channels before you begin training. To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 seconds. The evic will display “clearing chan- nels.” release the buttons when the evic message state...

  • Page 161

    Note: some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace step #3 with procedures noted in the “gate operator/canadian programming” section. 4. Press and hold the just-trained homelink t button. If the channel has been trained, the evic display will now state “channel # transmit.”...

  • Page 162

    6. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “training” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. Note: there are 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the “learn” button has been pressed. 7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed homelink t button twice ...

  • Page 163

    If you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in at this time. Then proceed with step 4 under “programming homelink.” earlier in this section. Using homelink t to operate, simply press and release the programmed homelink t button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.E. Garag...

  • Page 164

    Troubleshooting tips if you are having trouble programming homelink t, here are some of the most common solutions: • replace the battery in the original transmitter. • press the learn button on the garage door opener to complete the training for rolling code. • did you unplug the device for training...

  • Page 165

    Power sunroof — if equipped the power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. 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...

  • Page 166

    Opening sunroof - express press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called express open. During express open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof. Clos...

  • Page 167

    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 168

    Power outlets front power outlet to the left and right of the convenience tray (lower center of instrument panel) is an outlet for electrically powered accessories. Pull lightly on the tab of the plastic cover to access the outlet. Rear power outlet — if equipped the rear power outlet (if equipped) ...

  • Page 169

    Caution! Electrical outlet use with engine off • 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 ...

  • Page 170

    Press the power inverter switch (located on the upper switch bank) to turn the power on to the outlet. Press the switch again to turn the power off. Note: when the power inverter switch is pressed, there will be a delay of approximately 1 second before the inverter status indicator turns on. The sta...

  • Page 171

    Cup holders in the center console there are two cup holders for the front seat passengers. Note: the cup holder insert is removable, from the console, for cleaning. It can be reinstalled with the larger cup depression towards the passenger seat, but the top surface will not be flush with the console...

  • Page 172

    Cargo area features cargo light the cargo area light is activated by opening the liftgate, opening any door, or by rotating the dimmer control on the multi-function control lever to the extreme top posi- tion. If all doors are closed and only the liftgate is open, pushing on the cargo light lens sur...

  • Page 173

    Retractable cargo area cover — if equipped note: the purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo. To cover the cargo area: 1. Grasp the cover at the center handle. Pull it over the cargo area. 2. Insert the...

  • Page 174

    Warning! In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart- ment. Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting. Do...

  • Page 175

    Warning! Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision a hook 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. Warning! The weight and position of ca...

  • Page 176

    Warning! To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts. Cargo load floor the panel in the load floor is reversible for a...

  • Page 177

    1. Flip up pull loop(s) so they are perpendicular (straight up) to the top surface of the tray. 2. Pull up on loop(s) and twist 90 degrees, so they are parallel to the slotted hole in tray. 3. Lift tray over loop(s), and reposition tray. 4. Pull up on loop(s) and twist 90 degrees, so they are perpen...

  • Page 178

    If the liftgate flipper glass is open, connection to the rear window wiper is interrupted preventing activation of the rear wiper blade. When the liftgate flipper glass is closed, the rear wiper switch or the ignition switch needs to be turned off and on to restart the rear wiper. Adding washer flui...

  • Page 179

    Roof luggage rack — if equipped external racks do not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the luggage rack, do not exceed the rated vehicle capacity. This vehicle is not equipped with roof rac...

  • Page 180

    Caution! • to prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, do not carry any loads on the roof rack without cross rails installed. The load should be secured and placed on top of the cross rails, not directly on the roof. If it is necessary to place the load on the roof, place a blanket or some other ...

  • Page 181: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents m instrument panel and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 m instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 ▫ gasoline engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 ▫ diesel engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 182

    ▫ am reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 ▫ fm reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 m sales code req — am/fm stereo radio and 6–disc cd/dvd changer (mp3/wma aux jack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 ▫ operating instr...

  • Page 183

    ▫ operating instructions — satellite radio . . . . . 244 ▫ clock setting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 m universal consumer interface (uci) — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 ▫ connecting the ipodt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 ▫ contr...

  • Page 184

    M climate controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 ▫ manual air conditioning and heating system — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 ▫ automatic temperature control — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 ▫ operating tips ....

  • Page 185

    Instrument panel and controls 1 — air outlet 5 — upper switch bank 9 — lower switch bank 2 — instrument cluster 6 — power outlet/cigar lighter 10 — climate controls 3 — radio 7 — storage bin 11 — ignition switch 4 — glove box 8 — power outlet 12 — storage bin understanding your instrument panel 185 ...

  • Page 186

    Instrument cluster gasoline engine 186 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 187

    Diesel engine understanding your instrument panel 187 4.

  • Page 188

    Instrument cluster description 1. Speedometer indicates vehicle speed. 2. Brake warning light the brake warning light will come on when the ignition is first turned on, and stay on briefly as a bulb check. If the bulb does not come on during starting, have the bulb re- paired promptly. If the light ...

  • Page 189

    Before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from off to on, have the condition checked promptly. Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc. May illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on...

  • Page 190

    8. Tachometer the red segments indicate the maximum permissible engine revolutions-per-minute (r.P.M. X 1000) for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator. 9. Security alarm system indicator light — if equipped this light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 secon...

  • Page 191

    12. Tire pressure monitoring telltale light each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (if your vehicle has tires of a differ...

  • Page 192

    Of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the tpms from functioning properly. Always check the tpms malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replace- ment or alternate tire...

  • Page 193

    The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range. Caution! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If ...

  • Page 194

    16. Electronic stability program (esp) warning light/brake assist system (bas) warning light the esp/bas warning light in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “on” position. The light should go out with the engine running. If the esp/ bas warning light comes on c...

  • Page 195

    U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There- fore, if the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after t...

  • Page 196

    Engine is started. If the light stays on or turns on while driving, it indicates a problem with the charging system. Immediate service should be obtained. 26. Low fuel warning light this light will turn on and a single chime will sound when the fuel level drops to 1/8 tank. The low fuel warning ligh...

  • Page 197

    • vehicle information warning message displays • personal settings (customer programmable features) • compass display • outside temperature display • trip computer functions the system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel: menu butto...

  • Page 198

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) displays when the appropriate conditions exist, the electronic vehicle information center (evic) displays the following messages: • turn signal on • perform service • key not programmed — damaged key • key not programmed — invalid key • key not programmed...

  • Page 199

    • hood/gate/door open (with graphic) • hood/gate/doors open (with graphic) • liftglass/door open (with graphic) • liftglass/doors open (with graphic) • liftglass/hood open (with graphic) • washer fluid low (with graphic) • coolant low (with graphic) • oil change required • oil change reset • check g...

  • Page 200

    • memory #2 positions set • memory system disabled — seatbelt buck- led (with graphic) • memory system disabled — vehicle not in park • driver 1 memory • driver 2 memory • adj. Pedals disabled — cruise control set • adj. Pedals disabled — shifter in reverse • tire low pressure • check tpm system • l...

  • Page 201

    Engine oil change indicator system oil change required (gasoline engines only) your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “oil change required” message will flash in the evic display for approximately 10 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next sche...

  • Page 202

    • service distance • display units of measure in press the scroll button to cycle through all the trip computer functions. The trip functions mode displays the following informa- tion: • average fuel economy / fuel saver mode (5.7l engine only) shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. Wh...

  • Page 203

    This feature allows you to monitor when the mds switches off the fuel on four of the eight cylinders and it can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase the time in which the fuel saver mode is active. • distance to empty (dte) shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the ...

  • Page 204

    • trip a shows the total distance traveled for trip a since the last reset. • trip b shows the total distance traveled for trip b since the last reset. • 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 increm...

  • Page 205

    Objects) until the “cal” indicator displayed in the evic turns off. The compass will now function normally. Manual compass calibration if the compass appears erratic and the “cal” indicator does not appear in the evic display, you must put the compass into the calibration mode manually as follows: 1...

  • Page 206

    1. Turn the ignition switch on. 2. Press and hold the compass button for approximately 2 seconds. 3. Press the scroll button until “compass variance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the evic. 4. Press and release function select button until the proper variance zone is selected...

  • Page 207

    Use the scroll button to display one of the following choices: language when in this display you may select one of three lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Press the function select button while in this display to select en...

  • Page 208

    Unlock button. To make your selection, press and release the function select button until “driver door 1st press” or “all doors 1st press” appears. Sound horn with lock when y (yes) is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the remote keyless entry “lock” button is pressed. This feature may be...

  • Page 209

    Headlights on with wipers (available with auto headlights only) when y (yes) is selected, and the headlight switch is in the auto position, the headlights will turn on approxi- mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they ...

  • Page 210

    Easy entry/exit seat (available with memory seat only) this feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press and release the function select button until “y (yes)” or “n (no)” appears. Note: the seat wi...

  • Page 211

    Units of measure. To make your selection, press and release the function select button until “us” or “metric” appears. System status press and release the menu button until one of the following system status messages displays in the evic: • system ok • system warnings displayed (will display all cur...

  • Page 212

    Note: your system can be set to display pressure units in psi, kpa, or bar. Radio general information radio broadcast signals your new radio will provide excellent reception under most operating conditions. Like any system, however, car radios have performance limitations, due to mobile op- eration ...

  • Page 213

    Fm reception because fm transmission is based on frequency varia- tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear, which is the major feature of fm radio. Note: the radio, steering wheel radio controls (if equipped), and 6 disc cd...

  • Page 214

    Power switch/volume control (rotary) press the on/vol control to turn the radio on. Press the on/vol a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic volume control the electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the volume control to the r...

  • Page 215

    Phone button (uconnect™ hands free phone) — if equipped press this button to operate the hand free phone (ucon- nect™) feature (if equipped). Refer to “hands-free com- munication (uconnect™)” in section 3 for more informa- tion. If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available o...

  • Page 216

    Rw/ff (radio mode) pressing the rewind or 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 satellite (if equipped) frequencies. Tune control (radio mode) turn the right side rotary control clockwise to inc...

  • Page 217

    Toggle the music type button to select the following format types: program type 16 digit-character display no program type or un- defined none adult hits adlt hit classical classicl classic rock cls rock college college country country foreign language language information inform jazz jazz news news...

  • Page 218

    Station with the same selected music type name. The music type function only operates when in the fm mode. If a preset button is activated while in the music type (program type) mode, the music type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. Setup button pressing the setup bu...

  • Page 219

    Note: these selections can only be made while playing a dvd. • ves power - allows you to turn ves on and off (if equipped). • ves lock - locks out rear ves remote controls (if equipped). • ves ch1/ch2 - allows the user to change mode of either the ir1 or ir2, wireless headphones, by pressing the aud...

  • Page 220

    Subtitle language — if equipped selecting this item will allow the user to choose a default subtitle language (effective only if language supported by disc). If customer wishes to select a language not listed, then scroll down and select 9other.9 enter the country code using the tune control knob to...

  • Page 221

    Set button (radio mode) — to set the push-button memory when you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory, press the set button. The symbol set 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that bu...

  • Page 222

    Caution! The radio may shut down during extremely hot conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate “disc hot” and shut off until a safe temperature is reached. This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics of the dvd player and other radio internal components. Note: the ignition switch m...

  • Page 223

    Press and hold the eject button for 5 seconds and all cds will be ejected from the radio. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition off. Seek button (cd mode) press the right seek button for the next selection on the cd. Press the left seek button to return to the beginning of the current ...

  • Page 224

    Supported medium formats (file systems) the medium formats supported by the radio are iso 9660 level 1 and level 2 and includes the joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than iso 9660 level 1 and level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play...

  • Page 225

    Frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (vbr) are also supported. The majority of mp3/wma files use a 44.1 khz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or vbr bit rates. Mpeg specification sampling fre- quency (khz) bit rate (kbps) mpeg-1 audio layer 3 48, 44.1...

  • Page 226

    To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended to use cd-r media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the disc at once option before writing to the disc. List button (disc mode for mp3/wma play) pressing the list button will bring up a list of all folders on th...

  • Page 227

    Not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the aux audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume down. Seek button (auxiliary mode) no function. Scan button (auxiliary mode) no function. Eject button (auxiliary mode) no function. Time button (auxiliary mode) press this button to change the ...

  • Page 228

    Macrovision this product incorporates copyright protection technol- ogy that is protected by u.S. Patents and other intellec- tual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless other...

  • Page 229

    Power switch/volume control (rotary) press the on/volume control knob to turn on the radio. Press the on/volume control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic volume control the electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the...

  • Page 230

    Phone button (uconnect™ hands free phone) — if equipped press this button to operate the hand free phone (ucon- nect™) feature (if equipped). Refer to “hands-free com- munication (uconnect™)” in section 3 for more informa- tion. If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available o...

  • Page 231

    Rw/ff pressing the rw (rewind) or ff (fast forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either am or fm frequencies. Tune control turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increase or counter-clockwise to decrease t...

  • Page 232

    Program format type to be selected. Many radio stations do not currently broadcast music type information. Toggle the music type button to select the following format types: program type 16 digit-character display no program type or un- defined none adult hits adlt hit classical classicl classic roc...

  • Page 233

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

  • Page 234

    Both am and fm. This allows a total of 12 am and 12 fm stations to be stored into push-button memory. The stations stored in set 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 these buttons tun...

  • Page 235

    Begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the disc number, the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. Caution! • this cd player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discs only. The use of other sized discs may damage the cd player ...

  • Page 236

    The current selection. Pressing and holding the seek button will allow to scroll through tracks faster in cd, mp3 modes. Scan button press the scan button to scan through each track on the cd currently playing. Time button press this button to change the display from a large cd playing time display ...

  • Page 237

    Supported media (disc types) the mp3 file recording media supported by the radio are cdda, cd-r, cd-rw, mp3, and cdda+mp3. Supported medium formats (file systems) the medium formats supported by the radio are iso 9660 level 1 and level 2 and includes the joliet extension. When reading discs recorded...

  • Page 238

    Supported mp3 file formats the radio will recognize only files with the *.Mp3 exten- sion as mp3 files. Non-mp3 files named with the *.Mp3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid mp3 and will not play the file. When using the mp3 encoder to co...

  • Page 239

    Playback of mp3 files when a medium containing mp3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the mp3 files. Loading times for playback of mp3 files may be affected by the following: • med...

  • Page 240

    Press and hold the info button again for 3 seconds to return to 9elapsed time9 display. Operation instructions - auxiliary mode the auxiliary (aux) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an mp3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s aud...

  • Page 241

    Sales code ren — multimedia system — if equipped note: the sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit’s faceplate. The ren multimedia system contains a radio, cd/dvd player, usb port, a 20 gigabyte hard drive (hdd), and a “jukebox” (virtual cd changer). Sirius satellite radio is optio...

  • Page 242

    Operating instructions — hands-free communication (uconnect™) (if equipped) refer to “hands-free communication (uconnect™)” in section 3 of this manual for detailed operating instruc- tions. Clock setting procedure setting the clock 1. Turn on the system. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displa...

  • Page 243

    3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in the box next to the words “daylight savings.” touch the screen where the words “daylight savings” are dis- played to change the current setting. Show time if radio is off when selected, this feature will display the time of day on the touch scr...

  • Page 244

    Sales code rer — am/fm/cd/dvd radio with navigation system — if equipped note: the radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. Satellite navigation radio with cd player with mp3 capability (rer) - combines a global-positioning system-based navigation system with an i...

  • Page 245

    4. Press the hour or min soft keys on the face of the radio. 5. The time setting will change each time you press the hour or min soft key. 6. Press the save soft key on the face of the radio. Changing the time zone 1. Press the time soft key on the lower left side of the face of the radio. 2. Press ...

  • Page 246

    Universal consumer interface (uci) — if equipped note: this section is for sales code res and req radios only with uconnect.™ for sales code ren touch screen radio, refer to the separate user’s manual. This feature allows you to plug in an ipod t into the vehicle’s sound system through a connector (...

  • Page 247

    Play mode when switched to uci mode the ipod t will be in play mode . In this play mode , you may use the following buttons on the radio faceplate to control the ipod t and display data: tune/scroll knob use the “tune/scroll” knob to go to the next or previous track. The “tune/scroll” knob functions...

  • Page 248

    Previous track in the list, if you press this button at any other time in the current track it will go back to the beginning of the track. If the right (up) button is pressed during play mode, it will go to the next track in the list. Info button press the “info” button while a track is playing to s...

  • Page 249

    List or browse mode during play mode, pressing any of the following buttons will take you to list mode. List mode enables you to scroll through the list of menus and tracks on the ipod t. Tune/scroll knob in the list mode, the “tune/scroll” knob functions in a similar manner as the scroll wheel on t...

  • Page 250

    To exit the list mode without selecting a track, press the same preset button again to go back to play mode. List button pressing the “list” button will take to the top level menu of the ipod t. This takes you to the same top level menu as on your ipod t. Turn the “tune/scroll” knob to list the top ...

  • Page 251

    Further information, call the toll-free number 888-539- 7474, or visit the sirius web site at www.Sirius.Com. Please have the following information available when calling: 1. The electronic serial number/sirius identification number (esn/sid). 2. Your vehicle identification number. Electronic serial...

  • Page 252

    Reception quality satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons: • the vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle. • dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes. • driving under wide bridges or alon...

  • Page 253

    3 seconds will make the radio display the song title all of the time (press and hold again to return to normal display). Rw/ff pressing the rw (rewind) or ff (fast forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows. Tune control (rotary) turn the right si...

  • Page 254

    Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the set button, the channel will continue to play but will not be stored into push-button memory. You may add a second channel to each push-button...

  • Page 255

    Lowering the dvd screen remote control location understanding your instrument panel 255 4.

  • Page 256

    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 and controls the volume and mode of the so...

  • Page 257

    The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- grammed in the radio preset push-button. 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 beginnin...

  • Page 258

    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 259

    Blower control the rotary knob on the left controls the blower and can be set in one of four speeds and off. The blower fan mo- tor will remain on until the system is turned to the off position or the ignition is turned off. Temperature control the temperature of air can be selected by rotating the ...

  • Page 260

    Side window demister grilles. Some airflow is delivered to the floor while in defrost so that comfort can be maintained. Floor air flows through the floor outlets located under the instrument panel and into the rear seating area through vents under the front seats. Some airflow is delivered to defro...

  • Page 261

    Located on the control panel. Conditioned air will be directed through the outlets selected by the mode control. A light in the snowflake button shows that the air conditioning is on. Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the air conditioning compressor is on. This is a normal ...

  • Page 262

    Note: the numbers on the temperature dial represent a comfort setting when the mode knob is set to auto, and not the actual air temperature. Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by turning the right mode knob to auto, and place the blower control (left knob) to either lo auto or hi auto. T...

  • Page 263

    The system will automatically control recircu- lation. However, pressing this button will tem- porarily put the system in recirculation mode. This can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present. This will cause the led to illuminate. Note: • the surface ...

  • Page 264

    Manual operation this system offers a full complement of manual override features which consist of blower preferred automatic, mode preferred automatic with manual air temperature control and manual. This means the customer can over- ride the blower, mode and disable automatic temperature control co...

  • Page 265

    Understanding your instrument panel 265 4.

  • Page 266

    Note: regardless of the type of operation, when a temperature knob is set to the full clockwise or full counterclockwise position, the system will deliver full hot or full cold air out of the ducts, respectively. The operator can override the auto mode setting and select the direction of the air by ...

  • Page 267

    Air flows through the registers in the back of the center console, and under the front seats to the rear seat passengers. These registers can be closed to block airflow. The center console outlets deliver conditioned air while the floor outlets deliver heated air. • panel air flows through the outle...

  • Page 268

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

  • Page 269

    Your air conditioning system is also equipped with an automatic recirculation system. When the system senses a heavy load or high heat conditions, it may use partial recirculation a/c mode to provide additional comfort. Winter operation when operating the system during the winter months, make sure t...

  • Page 270

    Operating tips chart 270 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 271: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents m starting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 ▫ normal starting — gasoline engines . . . . . . . 276 ▫ extremely cold weather (below 220°f or 229°c) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 ▫ if engine fails to start . . . ....

  • Page 272

    ▫ shift positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 ▫ shifting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 ▫ quadra-drive iit system — if equipped . . . . . 299 m on-road driving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 m off-road driving tips . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 273

    ▫ tire spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 ▫ tread wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 ▫ life of tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 ▫ replacement tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 ▫ alignment and balance . . . . ....

  • Page 274

    ▫ starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 ▫ cruising range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 ▫ replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 m fuel requirements (diesel engines) . . . . . . . . . . 344 m adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 275

    Starting procedure before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is da...

  • Page 276

    Normal starting — gasoline engines the gear selector must be in the “n” (neutral) or “p” (park) position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear. Note: normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the acce...

  • Page 277

    If engine fails to start warning! • never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury. • do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equi...

  • Page 278

    After starting the idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up. Normal starting — diesel engines observe the following when the engine is operating. • all message center lights are off. • malfunction indicator light (mil) is off. • low oil pressure light is off...

  • Page 279

    Note: • use of climatized ulsd diesel fuel or number 1 ulsd diesel fuel results in a noticeable decrease in fuel economy. • climatized ulsd diesel fuel is a blend of number 2 ulsd and number 1 ulsd diesel fuels which re- duces the temperature at which wax crystals form in fuel. Note: this engine req...

  • Page 280

    Depending on engine temperature. When the “glow plug indicator light” goes out, the engine is ready to start. 4. Tip start feature do not press the accelerator. Use the fob with integrated key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the start position and then release it. The starter motor will conti...

  • Page 281

    If temperatures are below 32°f (0°c), operate the engine at moderate speeds for 5 minutes before full loads are applied. Engine idling - in cold weather avoid prolonged idling in ambient temperatures below 0°f (-18°c). Long periods of idling may be harmful to your engine because combustion chamber t...

  • Page 282

    Turbocharger 9cool down9 chart driving conditions load turbocharger temperature idle time (in minutes) before shut down stop & go empty cool less than 1 stop & go medium warm 1 highway speeds medium warm 2 city traffic max. Gcwr warm 3 highway speeds max. Gcwr warm 4 uphill grade max. Gcwr hot 5 282...

  • Page 283

    Engine block heater — if equipped the engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the heater cord to a ground-fault interrupter protected 110-115 volt ac electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire exten- sion cord. Use the heater when temperatures ...

  • Page 284

    Automatic transmission caution! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • shift into p (park) only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • shift into or out of r (reverse) only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at i...

  • Page 285

    1. Firmly set the parking brake. 2. Using a flat blade screwdriver, carefully remove the shift lock manual override cover which is located on the prndl bezel. 3. Depress and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 4. Using the screwdriver, reach into the manual override opening. Press and hold th...

  • Page 286

    Vehicle, may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles. Gear ranges note: after selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold. I...

  • Page 287

    R (reverse) use this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. N (neutral) shift into n (neutral) when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running. The engine may be started in this range. Set the parking brake if you must leave the vehicle. Note: towing the...

  • Page 288

    If you are in d (drive) and are in 5th gear, the first tap to the left (-) will display 5. Another tap to the left (-) will shift the transmission into 4th gear. On vehicles equipped with 4.7l or 5.7l engines, use of ers (or tow/haul mode) also enables a additional underdrive gear which is not norma...

  • Page 289

    • the transmission selector is in d (drive); • the engine coolant has reached normal operating tem- perature; • vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph (48 km/h); • the “tow/haul” switch has not been activated; • transmission has reached normal operating tempera- ture. Note: if the vehicle is st...

  • Page 290

    The transmission will downshift from overdrive to the most desirable gear if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). When to use “tow/haul” mode — if equipped when driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and freq...

  • Page 291

    Transmission limp home mode transmission function is monitored for abnormal condi- tions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, the transmission limp home mode will be engaged. In this mode, the transmission will remain in the current gear (3.7l engine) or in direct ge...

  • Page 292

    Note: the torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm [usually after 1-3 miles (1.6 - 4.8 km) of driving]. Because the engine speed is higher when the torque converter clutch is not engaged, it may seem as if the transmission is not shifting into ...

  • Page 293

    Five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize overheat- ing and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle. Caution! When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between “first” and r (reverse), do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivet...

  • Page 294

    Percent of engine torque to the rear axle. When speed differences are increased between the front and rear drive shafts, the transfer case can transmit up to 100 percent of available engine torque to the front or rear drive shafts. When additional traction is required, the 4 low position can be used...

  • Page 295

    Warning! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the n (neutral) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case n (neutral) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the ...

  • Page 296

    Shifting procedures 4 hi to 4 low with the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), key on or engine running, shift the transmission into n (neutral), and raise the transfer case t-handle. “the 4wd low indicator lamp” in the instrument cluster will begin to flash and remain on solid when the s...

  • Page 297

    4 low to 4 hi with the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), key on or engine running, shift the transmission into n (neutral), and raise the transfer case t-handle. The “4wd low indicator lamp” in the instrument cluster will flash and go out when the shift is complete. Release the t-handle...

  • Page 298

    4. Hold down n (neutral) “pin” switch (with a pen, etc.) for 4 seconds until the led lamp by the switch starts to blink indicating shift in progress. Lamp will stop blinking (stay on solid) when neutral shift is complete. A “4wd system in neutral” message will display on the evic (electronic vehicle...

  • Page 299

    Quadra-drive ii t system — if equipped the optional quadra-drive ii t system features three torque transfer couplings. The couplings include elsd (electronic limited slip differential) front and rear axles and quadra-trac ii t transfer case. The optional elsd axles are fully automatic and require no...

  • Page 300

    Off-road driving tips note: prior to off-road driving, remove the front air dam to prevent damage. The front air dam is attached to the lower front fascia with quarter turn fasteners, and can be removed by hand. When to use 4wd low range — if equipped when off-road driving, shift to 4wd low for addi...

  • Page 301

    And/or the flow rate is reduced. If you must cross flowing water avoid depths in excess of 9 inches. The flowing water can erode the streambed causing your vehicle to sink into deeper water. Determine exit point(s) that are downstream of your entry point to allow for drifting. Standing water avoid d...

  • Page 302

    If you stall or begin to lose forward motion while climbing a steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop and immediately apply the brakes. Restart the engine and shift to r (reverse). Back slowly down the hill allowing the compression braking of the engine to help regulate your speed. If the b...

  • Page 303

    After driving off-road off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than does most on-road driving. After going off-road it is always a good idea to check for damage. That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have your vehicle ready when you need it. • completely inspect ...

  • Page 304

    Parking brake to set the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition on, the “brake warning light” in the instru- ment cluster will light. To release the parking brake, pull up slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever com...

  • Page 305

    Warning! • always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury. Also, be certain to leave the transmission in p (park). Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. • leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan...

  • Page 306

    Warning! Significant over or under inflation of tires or mixing sizes of tires or wheels on the vehicle can lead to loss of braking effectiveness. The anti-lock brake system conducts a low-speed self- test at about 12 mph (20 km/h). If you have your foot lightly on the brake while this test is occur...

  • Page 307

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

  • Page 308

    • do not “ride” the brakes by resting your foot on the pedal. This could overheat the brakes and result in unpredictable braking action, longer stopping dis- tances, or brake damage. • when descending mountains or hills, repeated brak- ing can cause brake fade with loss of braking control. Avoid rep...

  • Page 309

    Note: increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are considered normal and do not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system. Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steering pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This is due to the cold, th...

  • Page 310

    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 311

    Tire sizing chart example: size designation: p = passenger car tire size based on u.S. Design standards (....Blank....( = 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 312

    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 313

    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 314

    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 315

    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 316

    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 317

    Starting and operating 317 5.

  • Page 318

    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 319

    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- t...

  • Page 320

    Check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated. Caution! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped). This will prevent moisture ...

  • Page 321

    Tire pressures for high speed operation the manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important. Increased tire pressure and ...

  • Page 322

    Warning! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no...

  • Page 323

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

  • Page 324

    Warning! • do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combina- tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance charac- teristics, resulting in changes to steering, han- dling, and braking of your vehicle. This can ca...

  • Page 325

    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 chains certain models have sufficient tire-to-body clearance to allow use of tire chains. Install chai...

  • Page 326

    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 prior to rotation being per- formed. Note: the premiu...

  • Page 327

    Decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1 km) after a 3 hour period. Refer to the “tires – general information” in this section for...

  • Page 328

    Telltale light” will turn off only after the tires have been inflated to the vehicle’s recommended cold tire pressure value. 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 ...

  • Page 329

    • the tpms is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light.” • seasonal t...

  • Page 330

    Inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle, and inflate each tire to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value. The system will automatically update and the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” will extinguish once the updated tire pressures have been received. The vehicle may ...

  • Page 331

    10 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) will turn off the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” as long as none of the road tires are below the low pressure warning threshold. Note: if your vehicle is not equipped with a matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly, it does not have a tire pressur...

  • Page 332

    The tire pressure monitor system (tpms) consists of the following components: • receiver module • 4 tire pressure monitoring sensors • 3 trigger modules (mounted in three of the four wheel wells) • various tire pressure monitoring system messages, which display in the electronic vehicle information ...

  • Page 333

    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 tire pressure. The system will automatically update, the graphic dis- play of the press...

  • Page 334

    Note: your system can be set to display pressure units in psi, kpa, or bar. 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, the 9check tpm system...

  • Page 335

    Matching full size spare tire is swapped with a low pressure road tire, the next ignition key cycle will still show the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” to be on, a chime to sound, a low pressure message to appear in the evic, and the graphic display will still show the low tire pressure va...

  • Page 336

    In addition, the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” will turn off and the graphic in the evic will display a new pressure value instead of dashes (- -), as long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven ...

  • Page 337

    5.7l engines (if equipped) the 5.7l engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfac- tory fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded gasoline hav- ing an octane range of 87 to 89. The manu- facturer recommends the use of 89 octane for optimum performance....

  • Page 338

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

  • Page 339

    It is even more important to look for gasolines without mmt in canada, because mmt can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the united states. Mmt is prohibited in federal and california reformu- lated gasoline. Materials added to fuel all gasoline sold in the united states is required to ...

  • Page 340

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

  • Page 341

    Caution! Only vehicles with the e-85 fuel filler cap (gas cap) can operate on e-85. Ethanol fuel (e-85) e-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 fuel cap e-85 badge starting and operating 341 5.

  • Page 342

    Warning! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the tank. Do not use e-85 as a cleaning agent and never use it near an open flame. Fuel...

  • Page 343

    Selection of engine oil for flexible fuel vehicles (e-85) and gasoline vehicles whether operating the vehicle on an e-85 ethanol fuel or unleaded gasoline the engine oil requirements are the same. Refer to “maintenance procedures” in section 7 of this manual for the proper quality and viscosity engi...

  • Page 344

    Caution! • replacing fuel system components with non- ethanol compatible components can damage your vehicle. • do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold start- ing and may affect drivability. Fuel requirements (diesel engines) use good quality dies...

  • Page 345

    Warning! Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending agent. They can be unstable under certain conditions and hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel fuel. Diesel fuel is seldom completely free of water. To prevent fuel system trouble, drain the accumulated water from the fuel/water sepa...

  • Page 346

    Fuel filler cap (gas cap) the gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. Caution! Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys- tem could result from using an i...

  • Page 347

    Caution! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. Note: when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. Warning! • never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • never add f...

  • Page 348

    Loose fuel filler cap message if the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a “check gascap” message will be displayed in the evic (electronic vehicle information center). Refer to “electronic vehicle information center” in section 4...

  • Page 349

    Tongue weight, and cargo. The label also specifies maxi- mum capacities of front and rear axle systems (gawr). Total load must be limited, so gvwr, and front and rear gawr are not exceeded. Payload the payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can carry, including the weig...

  • Page 350

    Loading the actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined by weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation. The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer- cial scale to insure that the gvwr has not been exceeded. The we...

  • Page 351

    Trailer towing in this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer carefully re- view this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible. To maintain warranty coverage, follow ...

  • Page 352

    Gross axle weight rating (gawr) the gawr is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear gawr. Warning! It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear gawr. A danger...

  • Page 353

    Safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier tongue weights (tw) and may...

  • Page 354

    Trailer hitch classification your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) with the optional trailer tow prep package. See your dealer for package content. The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given ...

  • Page 355

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) the following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/transmission model gcwr (gross com- bined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Tongue wt. (see note 1) 3.7l/automati...

  • Page 356

    5.7l/automatic (over- land) 4x2 12,200 lbs (5 534 kg) 64 sq. Ft. (5.95 square meters) 7,395 lbs (3 354 kg) 740 lbs (336 kg) 5.7l/automatic 4x4 12,200 lbs (5 534 kg) 64 sq. Ft. (5.95 square meters) 7,200 lbs (3 266 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg) 3.0l diesel/automatic 4x2 12,200 lbs (5 534 kg) 64 sq. Ft. (5.95 ...

  • Page 357

    Trailer and tongue weight always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the gross trailer weight (gtw) on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to s...

  • Page 358

    Note: remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the tire and loading information plac- ard in the “tire—safety i...

  • Page 359

    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 360

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

  • Page 361

    − an electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required. − trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over...

  • Page 362

    The trailer tow package may include a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector. 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 ou...

  • Page 363

    Towing tips — automatic transmission the “d” range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the ”tow/ haul” mode (if equipped) or a lower gear range should be selected. Note: using the ”tow/haul” mode (if equipped) or a lower gear range while operating t...

  • Page 364

    − air conditioning turn off temporarily. − refer to cooling system operating information in the maintenance section of this manual for more informa- tion. Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing – 2wd models recreational towing is allowed only if the driveshaft is removed. Towing with th...

  • Page 365

    Shifting into neutral (n) use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing. Caution! It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in n (neutral) before recre- ational towing to prevent damage to internal parts. 1. Depress brake pedal....

  • Page 366

    5. Start engine. 6. Shift transmission into d (drive). 7. Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement. 8. Shut the engine off. 9. Shift transmission into p (park). 10. Place the ignition key in the off position, and remove key. 11. Apply parking brake. 12. Attach vehicle to the ...

  • Page 367

    Shifting out of neutral (n) use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Turn the ignition key on, engine off. 3. Shift transmission into n (neutral). 4. Shift transfer case out of n (neutral). Hold down n (neutral) “pin” switch (with a pen, etc.) ...

  • Page 368

    Warning! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the n (neutral) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case n (neutral) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the ...

  • Page 369: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents m hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 m if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 m jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 ▫ jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 ▫ sp...

  • Page 370

    Hazard warning flashers your vehicle’s hazard warning flasher is an emergency warning system. When you activate it, all front and rear directional signals will flash intermittently. Use it when your vehicle is disabled on or near the road. It warns other drivers to steer clear of you and your vehicl...

  • Page 371

    If your engine overheats in any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion. • on the highways — slow down. • in city traffic — while stopped, put transmission in n (neutral), but do not increase engine idle speed. Note: there are step...

  • Page 372

    Jacking and tire changing warning! • getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center wh...

  • Page 373

    Spare tire stowage the spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle to rotate the “spare tire drive” nut. The nut is located under a plastic cover at the center-rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the l...

  • Page 374

    Caution! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can dam- age the winch. When the spare is clear, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel. Preparations fo...

  • Page 375

    Jacking instructions 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and tools from storage. 2. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools as shown. Connect jack handle driver (a) to two extensions...

  • Page 376

    4. Locate the jack as shown. For the front axle, place it under the front lower control arm as shown. For the rear axle, place it under the axle near the wheel to be changed. Ensure the jack is closest to the inside of the wheel when jacking on the rear axle. Do not raise the vehicle until you are s...

  • Page 377

    Warning! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 7. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install the lug nuts with ...

  • Page 378

    Tire until you hear the winch “ratchet” three times. Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable may result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose. Warning! Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down. Impact type tools may da...

  • Page 379

    1. Remove all metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets which might make an unintended electrical contact. 2. Park the booster vehicle within cable reach but with- out letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles, place the transmission in p (park), and turn the ignition o...

  • Page 380

    Warning! Any procedure other than above could result in: 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent; 2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion; 3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle. Warning! • you should not try t...

  • Page 381

    Emergency tow hooks — if equipped if your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the vehicle. The rear hook will be located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Note: for off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the front tow hook...

  • Page 382

    Towing a disabled vehicle 2wd models only provided the transmission is operable, tow only in n (neutral) at speeds not exceeding 30 mph (48 km/h), for distances of not more than 15 miles (24 km). Towing at more than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 15 miles (24 km) can cause severe transmission dam...

  • Page 383: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents m engine compartment – 3.7l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 m engine compartment – 4.7l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387 m engine compartment – 5.7l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 m engine compartment – 3.0l diesel . . . . . . . . . . 389 m onboard diagnostic ...

  • Page 384

    ▫ maintenance-free battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401 ▫ air conditioner maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402 ▫ power steering fluid check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403 ▫ body lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405 ▫ windshield wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 385

    ▫ high intensity discharge headlights (hid) — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 435 ▫ head light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436 ▫ front turn signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 437 ▫ front fog light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 386

    Engine compartment – 3.7l 386 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 387

    Engine compartment – 4.7l maintaining your vehicle 387 7.

  • Page 388

    Engine compartment – 5.7l 388 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 389

    Engine compartment – 3.0l diesel maintaining your vehicle 389 7.

  • Page 390

    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 391

    Loose fuel filler cap message after fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged. A “check gascap” message will be displayed in the evic (refer to section 4 of this manual). Tighten the gas cap until a 9clicking9 sound i...

  • Page 392

    Is functioning and is not on when the engine is running, and that the obd (on board diagnostic) system is ready for testing. Normally, the obd system will be ready. The obd system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery replacement. If...

  • Page 393

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

  • Page 394

    Maintenance procedures the pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle. Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals, there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maint...

  • Page 395

    Change engine oil refer to the maintenance schedule for recommended engine oil change intervals. Engine oil selection — gasoline engines for best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are api cer- tifi...

  • Page 396

    Engine oil viscosity (3.7l/4.7l/5.7l engines) sae 5w-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy. The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information on...

  • Page 397

    Synthetic engine oils you may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Materials added to engine oils the manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- dition of any ...

  • Page 398

    Drive belts — check condition and tension belt tension is controlled by means of an automatic tensioner. No belt tension adjustments are required. However, belt and belt tensioner condition should be inspected at the specified intervals, and replaced if re- quired. See your authorized dealer for ser...

  • Page 399

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

  • Page 400

    Note: intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Warning! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not p...

  • Page 401

    Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or plugging deposits. Replace if necessary. Maintenance-free battery your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. Warning! • battery fluid is a corrosive acid soluti...

  • Page 402

    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. • if a “fast charger” is us...

  • Page 403

    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 404

    Caution! Do not use automatic transmission fluid (atf) or other types of power steering fluids when servicing the power steering system of this vehicle. Damage to the power steering system can result from the use of the wrong power steering fluid. Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined...

  • Page 405

    Body lubrication locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, doors, tailgate and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli- cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be w...

  • Page 406

    The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared. The fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment, be sure to check the fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not radiator antifreeze). When refilling the w...

  • Page 407

    Warning! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (co) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can even- tually poison you. To avoid breathing co, refer to exhaust gas in the safety tips section of this manual. Cooling system warning! You or o...

  • Page 408

    The coolant recovery bottle. Do not remove the coolant pressure cap when the cooling system is hot. Cooling system — drain, flush, and refill at the intervals shown on the maintenance schedule, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled. If the solution is dirty and contains a considerable a...

  • Page 409

    Adding coolant your vehicle has been built with an improved antifreeze/ coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This antifreeze/coolant can be used up to 5 years or 100,000 miles (160 000 km) before replacement. To prevent reduc- ing this extended maintenance period, it is important that...

  • Page 410

    The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. Warning! • the warning words do not open hot on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precau- tion. Never add antifreeze/coolant when the en- gine is overheated. Do not loosen or ...

  • Page 411

    The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is not need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for antifreeze/coolant freeze point or replacing antifreeze/ coolant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle ...

  • Page 412

    • make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle hoses are not kinked or obstructed. • keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean, also. • do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation. If repl...

  • Page 413

    You are urged to use only the manufactures-specified tubes, connections and clamps, or their equivalent in material and specification, in any fuel system servicing. Brake system in order to assure brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically. Refer to the ma...

  • Page 414

    Note: inspection of brake hoses should be performed whenever the brake system is serviced and every engine oil change. Inspect hydraulic brake hoses for surface cracking, scuffing, or worn spots. If there is any evidence of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, the hose should be replaced immediately! ...

  • Page 415

    Warning! Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point, or is unidentified as to specification, may result in sudden brake failure during hard prolonged braking. You could have an accident. Warning! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot en...

  • Page 416

    Selection of lubricant use only manufacturer’s recommended fluid, refer to fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts for correct fluid type. Transfer case fluid level check inspect the transfer case for fluid leaks. If a fluid leak is found, the transfer case fluid level can be checked by removing the f...

  • Page 417

    Automatic transmission selection of lubricant it is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- mance. Use only manufacturer’s recommended transmis- sion fluid, refer to fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts for correct fluid type. It is imp...

  • Page 418

    Fluid level check (3.7l and 3.0l diesel engine) regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted. If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction, have your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level. Caution! • using a transmi...

  • Page 419

    Fluid level check (4.7l and 5.7l engine) check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal operating temperature. This occurs after at least 15 miles (25 km) of driving. At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips. To check the automatic transm...

  • Page 420

    Caution! Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50°f (10°c) it may not register on the dipstick. Do not add fluid until the temperature is elevated enough to produce an accurate reading. 7. Check for leaks. Release parking brake. To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission afte...

  • Page 421

    Caution! Under frequent heavy-duty driving conditions, change all lubricants and lubricate body compo- nents, all driveline joints and steering linkage more often than in normal service to prevent excessive wear. Appearance care and protection from corrosion protection of body and paint from corrosi...

  • Page 422

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

  • Page 423

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

  • Page 424

    • for tough stains, apply mopart total clean or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. • for grease stains, apply mopart multi-purpose cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residu...

  • Page 425

    Warning! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. Cleaning headlights your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is ...

  • Page 426

    2. Dry with a soft tissue. Seat belt maintenance do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage will also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use mopar t total clean, a mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do no...

  • Page 427

    Cav- ity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 1 30 amp green audio amp (b+) 2 15 amp blue sunroof (b+) 3 10 amp red htd mirror (ebl) 4 20 amp yellow rr pwr out (b+) 5 10 amp red rr hvac (r/o) (commander only) 6 spare (b+) 7 20 amp yellow door locks (b+) 8 15 amp blue steer col lock (b+) (elv) cav- i...

  • Page 428

    Cav- ity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 13 10 amp red autowipe (r/a) 14 20 amp yellow cigar ltr (r/a) 15 10 amp red tire pressure trans- ducers (r/o) 16 10 amp red steering control mod- ule (scm), diag. Con- nector, cluster (b+) 17 15 amp blue flipper glass (b+) 19 spare (r/s) 20 10 amp red se...

  • Page 429

    Underhood fuses (power distribution center) cav- ity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 1 50 amp green ptc heater 1 (diesel only) cav- ity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 2 40 amp green hid headlamps 3 50 amp green ptc heater 2 (diesel only) 4 30 amp pink power outlets 5 50 amp red ptc heater...

  • Page 430

    Cav- ity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 11 40 amp green hvac blower 12 30 amp pink rear wiper, ign r/o 13 40 amp green rear window de- froster (ebl)/heated mirror 14 30 amp pink rear hvac (if equipped) 15 — spare 16 50 amp red asd 17 30 amp pink abs pump 18 40 amp green accessory delay, seats ...

  • Page 431

    Cav- ity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 27 20 amp yellow hd washer (if equipped) 28 30 amp green abs valves 29 20 amp yellow pcm batt (gasoline only) 30 — spare 31 — spare 32 15 amp blue powertrain control module (diesel only) 33 20 amp yellow final drive control module (fdcm) e-diff 34 — spar...

  • Page 432

    Underhood fuses (integrated power module) cav- ity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 8 10 amp red lt park lamps cav- ity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 9 10 amp red trailer-tow park lamps 10 10 amp red rt park lamps 12 20 amp yellow front control module (fcm) batt #4 13 20 amp yellow front ...

  • Page 433

    Cav- ity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 18 20 amp yellow front control module (fcm) batt #1 19 20 amp yellow lt trailer-tow stop/ turn 20 20 amp yellow front control module (fcm) batt #3 21 20 amp yellow rt trailer-tow stop/ turn 22 30 amp pink final drive control module (fdcm) mod 23 50 amp r...

  • Page 434

    Insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again. Replacement bulbs interior lights bulb type glove box light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 grab handle light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L002825w5w overhea...

  • Page 435

    Bulb replacement high intensity discharge headlights (hid) — if equipped the headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube. High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the headlight switch off and the key removed. Because of this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb yourse...

  • Page 436

    Head light 1. Open the hood. 2. Turn the low or high beam bulb 1/4 turn counter clockwise to remove from housing. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. Caution! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in...

  • Page 437

    Front turn signal 1. Open the hood. 2. Turn the turn signal bulb 1/4 turn counter clockwise to remove from housing. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. Caution! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes ...

  • Page 438

    Caution! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. Rear tail, stop, turn signal, and back-up lights 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two torx fasteners. ...

  • Page 439

    3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the housing. 4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the light assembly. Center high mounted stop light (chmsl) 1. Remove the two screws securing the chmsl. 2. Twist the bulb socket t...

  • Page 440

    Fluids and capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 3.7/4.7/5.7l gasoline engines 21 gallons 79 liters 3.0l diesel engine 22 gallons 83 liters engine oil with filter 3.7 liter engine (sae 5w-20, api certified) 5 qts 4.7 liters 4.7 liter engine (sae 5w-20, api certified) 6 qts 5.7 liters 5.7 liter e...

  • Page 441

    Fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine coolant mopar t antifreeze/coolant 5 year/100,000 mile formula hoat (hy- brid organic additive technology) engine oil (3.7l/4.7l/5.7l engines) use api certified sae 5w-20 engine oil, meeting the requireme...

  • Page 442

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part fuel selection (5.7l engines) 87 octane acceptable - 89 octane recommended fuel selection (3.0l diesel engines) use only the best quality fuel with a calculated cetane index of 42–46. In addition, the manufacturer recommends using diesel fuel with a sulfur...

  • Page 443: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents m emission control system maintenance . . . . . . . . 444 m maintenance schedule — gasoline engines . . . . 444 ▫ required maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . . . 446 m maintenance schedules — diesel engine . . . . . . 449 ▫ schedule “b” — diesel engine . . . . . ....

  • Page 444

    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 445

    • change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-road for an extended period of time. • under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first. Your dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the ...

  • Page 446

    At each oil change • change the engine oil filter. • inspect the brake hoses and lines. Caution! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. Required maintenance intervals note: ** vehicles built with the 4.7l engine are equipped with sixteen spark plugs, o...

  • Page 447

    Perform maintenance every (where time and mile- age are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) maintenance items miles kilometers or months change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 6,000 10 000 6 rotate tires. 6,000 10 000 6 if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-r...

  • Page 448

    Perform maintenance every (where time and mile- age are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) maintenance items miles kilometers or months check the pcv valve, replace if necessary. Perform the first in- spection at 60,000 miles (100 000 km) or 60 months. 30,000 50 000 30 inspect the trans...

  • Page 449

    Warning! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. Maintenance schedules — diesel eng...

  • Page 450

    • off-road or desert driving. Note: most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for schedule “b.” second is schedule “a”. It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under sched- ule “b.” use the schedule that best describes your driving condi- tions. Where...

  • Page 451

    • check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation. At each oil change • change the engine oil filter. • inspect the exhaust system. • inspect brake hoses. • check the engine coolant/anti-freeze level, hoses, and clamps. • inspect engine accessory drive belts. Replace as neces- ...

  • Page 452

    Schedule “b” — diesel engine 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 (...

  • Page 453

    Miles 6,250 12,500 18,750 25,000 31,250 (kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x x x x inspect the engine air filter element. Replace as neces...

  • Page 454

    Miles 37,500 43,750 50,000 56,250 62,500 (kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x x x x inspect the engine air filter element. Replace as neces...

  • Page 455

    Miles 68,750 75,000 81,250 87,500 93,750 100,000 (kilometers) (110 000) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x x rotate the tires. X x x check spare tire for proper pressure and cor- rect stowage. X x x x x x inspect the engine air fi...

  • Page 456

    L applies only if vehicle is used for frequent trailer towing, or fleet/commercial service. † the replacement of such component is requested when there is superficial wear, bearing clearance, or evident grease leak. Inspection and service should be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or susp...

  • Page 457

    Schedule “a” — diesel engine miles 12,500 25,000 37,500 50,000 (kilometers) (20 000) (40 000) (60 000) (80 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x rotate the tires. X x x x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x x x inspect the engine air filter element. Repl...

  • Page 458

    Miles 62,500 75,000 87,500 100,000 (kilometers) (100 000) (120 000) (140 000) (160 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x rotate the tires. X x x x check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X x x x inspect the engine air filter element. Replace as neces- sary. X x ...

  • Page 459: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents m suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 460 ▫ prepare for the appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 460 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 460 ▫ be reasonable...

  • Page 460

    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 461

    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 462

    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 463

    Warning! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod- ucts of component wear contai...

  • Page 464

    To contact nhtsa, you may either call the auto safety hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (tty: 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov; or write to: administrator, nhtsa, 400 seventh street, sw., wash- ington, dc 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety fro...

  • Page 465

    • diagnostic procedure manuals. Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations, these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer- controlled vehicle systems and features. They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time,...

  • Page 466

    Department of transportation uniform tire quality grades the following describes the tire grading categories estab- lished by the national highway traffic safety adminis- tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on ...

  • Page 467

    Temperature grades the temperature grades are a (the highest), b, and c, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the materi...

  • Page 469: Index

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  • Page 470

    Abs (anti-lock brake system) . . . . . . . . . . . . 189,305 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 adjustable pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 air cleaner, engine (engine air cle...

  • Page 471

    Fluid type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417 special additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417 torque converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 auxiliary electrical outlet ...

  • Page 472

    Cargo area features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 cargo compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 luggage carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 cargo light . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 473

    Drain, flush, and refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408 inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407 points to remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411 pressure cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409 radiator cap . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 474

    E-85 fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 electric remote mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 electrical outlet, auxiliary (power outlet) . . . . . . 168 electronic brake control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 anti-lock brake system . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 475

    Oil selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395,440 oil synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397 overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 temperature gauge . . . ....

  • Page 476

    Fluids, lubricants and genuine parts . . . . . . . . . . 441 fog light service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 437 fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127,195,437 folding rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 four wheel drive . . . . . . ....

  • Page 477

    General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20,26,108,336 glass cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425 glow plug light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 gross axle weight rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 gross vehicle weight rating . . ...

  • Page 478

    Infant restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58,59 inflation pressure tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 information center, vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 inside rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 instrument cluster . . . . ....

  • Page 479

    Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55,189 alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 anti-lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 automatic headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 back-up . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 480

    Rear tail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 438 seat belt reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 security alarm (theft alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 435 service engine soon (malfunction...

  • Page 481

    Memory seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 memory seats and radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 mini-trip computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 automatic dimming . . . ....

  • Page 482

    Identification logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395 materials added to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397 pressure warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395,440 synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 483

    Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110,111 steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308,403 sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 pregnant women and sea...

  • Page 484

    Reminder, lights on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 reminder, seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 remote keyless entry (rke) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 remote sound system (radio) controls . . . . . . . . 256 remote starting system . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 485

    Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423,424 easy entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 head restraints . . ....

  • Page 486

    Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395 speed control (cruise control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 automatic transmissi...

  • Page 487

    Tip start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 tire and loading information placard . . . . . . . . . 314 tire identification number (tin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313 tire markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 tire safety information . . . . . ...

  • Page 488

    Traction control light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 trailer sway control (tsc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 cooling system tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363 hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 489

    Variance, compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315,348 vehicle modifications/alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 vehicle storage . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 490

    Introduction introduction rollover warning how to use this manual warnings and cautions vehicle identification number vehicle modifications/alterations things to know before starting your vehicle a word about your keys wireless ignition node (win)fob with integrated key (fobik)ignition key removalke...