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Jeep 2008 Patriot Manual

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

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction contents m introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m rollover warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 m warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 m vehicle i...

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

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    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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    6 introduction.

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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. 8 introduction.

  • Page 9: Contents

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

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    ▫ to lock the doors and liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . .21 ▫ using the panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 ▫ to turn off “flash lights with lock” . . . . . . . .22 ▫ programming additional transmitters . . . . . . . .22 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ ...

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    ▫ driver and front passenger supplemental restraint system (srs) - airbag . . . . . . . . . . . .47 ▫ event data recorder (edr) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 ▫ child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 m engine break-in recommendations . . . . . . . . . . .67 m safety tips ...

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

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

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    Locking doors with the key you can insert the key with either side up. To lock the door, turn the key rearward, to unlock the door, turn the key forward. See section 7 of this manual for door lock lubrication. Key-in-ignition reminder opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition, sounds...

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    Sentry key the sentry key immobilizer system prevents unautho- rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The system uses ignition keys, which have an embedded el...

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    • exxon/mobil speed pass,™ additional sentry keys, or any other transponder-equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a key-related (transpon- der) fault unless the additional part is physically held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, o...

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

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    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 reprogrammed. General information the sentry key system complies with fcc rules part 15 and with rss-210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following condit...

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    Ignition switch is turned on, or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner, the system will automatically disarm. After 16 seconds the indicator light will flash slowly. This shows that the system is fully armed. To disarm the system 1. Press unlock on the keyless entry transmitter. 2. Startin...

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

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

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

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

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    General information this device complies with part 15 of fcc rules and with rs-210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may...

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

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    Warning! For personal security, and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. Warning! When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the v...

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    Power door locks a door lock switch is located on the driver door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors. Automatic door locks—if equipped the doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if all of the following conditions are met: 1. The auto lock feature is enabled...

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    For vehicles not equipped with the evic the automatic door locks can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedure: 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between lock and on and back to lock 4 times ending up in the lock position. 3. Depres...

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    For vehicles not equipped with the evic the auto unlock feature can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedure: 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between lock and on and back to lock 4 times ending up in the lock position. 3. Depress...

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    “child-protection” door lock system (rear doors) — if equipped insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the lock or unlock position. Child protection door lock location inserting ignition key 30 things to know before starting your vehicle.

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

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    Windows will operate only when the ignition switch is turned to the on position, acc position, and for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or the driver’s door is opened. Refer to “delay power off to accessories until exit” under the “understanding your instrument panel” section. Auto ...

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    Liftgate note: the key that is used to start the vehicle is also used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate. To unlock the liftgate, insert the key into the lock and turn to the right (manual lock models only). The liftgate can also be unlocked using the remote keyless entry or by activa...

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    Although the liftgate has no inside release mechanism, the liftgate trim panel includes an opening with a snap-in cap that provides access to release the latch in the event of an electrical system malfunction. Warning! • driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- ous exhaust gases into your ve...

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

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    Warning! • it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously injured or killed. • do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • ...

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    Lap/shoulder belt operating instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to...

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

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

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

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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. Second row center lap/shoulder belt operating inst...

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    3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head restraint. 4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the mini latch plate into the mini buckle until you hear a “click.” 5. Sit back in seat. Slide the regular latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go aroun...

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    6. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 7. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, pull on the lap ...

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    9. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. 10. To disengage the mini latch from the mini buckle for storage, insert the regular latch plate into the black button on the top of the mini buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch p...

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    Items. After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the airbags and pretensioners, both must be replaced. Enhanced driver seat belt reminder system (beltalert) if the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph...

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    Note: watch for the seat belt warning light to turn on while unbuckling and off while re-buckling the seat belt. It may be necessary to retract the seat belt. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the lock position. A single chime will sound to signify that you have success- fully completed the programming...

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

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    Note: the front airbags are certified to the federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment. The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity. This vehicle may also be equipped with side ...

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    Warning! • do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are no longer functional. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are infla...

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    Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. 1. Children 12 years old and under should ride buckled up in the rear seat. 2. Infants in rear-facing child restraints should never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag. An airb...

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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 w...

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    • front acceleration sensors • driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners how the airbag system works • the occupant restraint controller (orc) determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate. The front airbag inflators are de- signed to provide different...

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    • the driver and front passenger airbag/inflator units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the passenger 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 f...

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    If a deployment occurs the airbag system is designed to deploy when the orc detects a moderate-to-severe collision, to help restrain the driver and front passenger, and then to immediately deflate. Note: a frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the sy...

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    Warning! Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli- sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Enhanced accident response system in the event of an impact that causes airbag deployment, with the vehicle stopped, and the vehicle communication network intact...

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    Airbag warning light you will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in an impact. While the airbag system is designed to be mainte- nance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: • the airbag warning light does not come on o...

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    In conjunction with other data gathered during a com- plete accident investigation, the electronic data may be used by daimlerchrysler and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle performance. In addition to crash invest...

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    Data parameters that may be recorded: • diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning lamp status for electronically-controlled safety systems, including the airbag system • airbag disable lamp status (if equipped) • 9time9 of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition cycles and vehicle mileage) • airbag dep...

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    Warning! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured. Any chi...

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    • rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. • children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are older than one year can ride forward-facing in ...

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    Warning! • improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- actly when installing an infant or child restraint. • a rearward facing child restraint shoul...

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

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

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

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    Installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child r...

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    The tether strap should be routed under the center of the head restraint and attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seat back. Then tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we have des...

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    Over the front of the seat when their back is against the seat back, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. • make sure that the child is upright in the seat. • the lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible. • check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or slouchin...

  • Page 68

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

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

  • Page 71: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents m mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 ▫ inside day/night mirror — if equipped . . . . . .75 ▫ outside mirror—driver’s side . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 ▫ outside mirror—passenger’s side . . . . . . . . . . .76 ▫ f...

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    M seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 ▫ front seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 ▫ manual seat height adjustment — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 ▫ manual lumbar— if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . 108...

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    ▫ adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 m tilt steering column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 m electronic speed control — if equipped . . . . . . 126 ▫ to activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 ▫ to set at a desired speed . . . . . . . . ...

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    M power sunroof — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 ▫ opening the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 ▫ closing the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 ▫ pinch protect feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 ▫ pinch protect override . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 75

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

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    Outside mirror—driver’s side adjust the flat (driver’s side) outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. Outside mirror—passenger’s side adjust the convex ( passenger’s side) outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane o...

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    Folding outside mirrors — if equipped the exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved, manually, either forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have three detent positions; full forward, full rearward, and normal. Power remote control mirrors — if equipped the controls for the power mirror...

  • Page 78

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

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    Vanity mirrors — if equipped to use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. Sun visor sliding feature the sun visors may be pulled out to provide extended coverage of the side glass. Hands–free communication (uconnect™) — if equipped uconnect™ is a voice-activated, h...

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    • www.Dodge.Com/uconnect • www.Jeep.Com/uconnect • or call 1–877–855–8400 uconnect™ allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle, and enables you to mute the system’s micro- phone for private conversation. The uconnect™ phone book enables ...

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    The uconnect™ system can be used with any hands- free profile certified bluetooth™ cellular phone. See uconnect™ website for supported phones. If your cellu- lar phone supports a different profile (e.G., headset profile) you may not be able to use any uconnect™ features. Refer to your cellular servi...

  • Page 82

    Example, you can use the combined form voice com- mand 9phonebook new entry,9 or you can break the combined form command into two voice commands: 9phonebook9 and 9new entry.9 please remember, the uconnect™ system works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone, as if speaking to some one si...

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    • when prompted, after the beep, say 9pair a phone9 and follow the audible prompts. • you will be asked to say a four-digit pin number, which you will later need to enter into your cellular. You can enter any four-digit pin number. You will not need to remember this pin number after the initial pair...

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    From dialing invalid combination of numbers. For example, in usa, 234-567-890 is nine digits long, which is not a valid usa phone number - the closest valid phone number has ten digits. • the uconnect™ system will confirm the phone num- ber and then dial. The number will appear in the display of cer...

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    • when prompted, enter the number designation (e.G., 9home,9 9work,9 9mobile,9 or 9pager9). This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone book entry, if desired. • when prompted, recite the phone number for the phone book entry that you are adding. After you are finished adding an ent...

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    And you may see a message on the phone display that the bluetooth link is busy. In this case, the user must first disconnect or drop the bluetooth connection to the uconnect™ and then send the address book entry via bluetooth. Please see your phone owners’ manual for specific instructions on how to ...

  • Page 87

    Delete entries in the uconnect™ phonebook note: editing phone book entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • press the “phone” button to begin. • after the 9ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9phonebook delete.9 • after you enter the phonebook delete menu, you will then be asked...

  • Page 88

    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 uconnect™ system will play the names of all the phone book entries. • to call one of the names in the list, press the 9voice recognition...

  • Page 89

    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 waiting that you normally hear when using your cell phone. Press the ’phone’ button to place the current call on hold an...

  • Page 90

    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...

  • Page 91

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

  • Page 92

    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 93

    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 94

    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 95

    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 96

    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...

  • Page 97

    • 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...

  • Page 98

    From outside the uconnect™ mode (e.G. From radio mode) • press and hold the “voice recognition” button for 5 seconds until the session begins, or, • press the “voice recognition” button and say 9setup, voice training 9 command. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the uconnect™ system. For ...

  • Page 99

    • fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. • even though the system is designed for users speaking in north american english, french, and spanish ac- cents, the system may not always work for some. • when navigating through an automated system, such as voice mail, or when sending a page, at th...

  • Page 100

    • dry weather condition. • operation from driver seat. • performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the uconnect™ system. • echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. • in a convertible vehicle...

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle 101 3.

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    102 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle 103 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 104 under...

  • Page 105

    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 voice commands primary alternate(s) redial return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up...

  • Page 106

    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...

  • Page 107

    Warning! • adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. • do not ride with the seatback reclined so ...

  • Page 108

    Manual lumbar— if equipped the lumbar adjustment is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. To increase or decrease support, rotate the handle up or down. Driver’s seat back recline to recline: 1. Lean forward before lifting the handle, then lean back to the desired position and release t...

  • Page 109

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

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

  • Page 111

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

  • Page 112

    Folding rear seat to provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can be folded forward. Pull the strap forward to move the seat forward and flat. Front passenger seat folded flat folding rear seat 112 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 113

    Reclining rear seat — if equipped rear seat folded flat rear seat recline pull understanding the features of your vehicle 113 3.

  • Page 114

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

  • Page 115

    To open and close the hood to open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull the hood release lever located on the left kick panel. Then move the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. Lift the hood prop rod, clipped to the right side (lef...

  • Page 116

    Cm (8 inches) and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged. Warning! If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. You could have a collision. Be sur...

  • Page 117

    Note: the lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off automatically. Multi-function control lever the multi-function control lever controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, tu...

  • Page 118

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

  • Page 119

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

  • Page 120

    Show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down without moving beyond the detent. If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an i...

  • Page 121

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

  • Page 122

    The auxiliary off-road lights can be turned on by pressing the top of the switch when off-road conditions require additional lighting. To turn off the auxiliary lights press the bottom of the switch. Windshield wipers and washers the wipers and washers are operated by a switch on the control lever. ...

  • Page 123

    Mist feature push down on the wiper control lever to activate a single wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the wipers will continue to operate. Rear washer control mist control understanding the features of your vehicle 123 3.

  • Page 124

    Caution! In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted. Windshield wiper op...

  • Page 125

    (counterclockwise) to increase the delay time. The delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles, to a cycle every second. Adding washer fluid the fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer (if equipped) is shared. It is located in the fr...

  • Page 126

    Warning! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving. Electronic speed control — if equ...

  • Page 127

    Warning! Leaving the electronic speed control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have an accident. Always leave the system off when you are not using it. To set at a desired speed when the v...

  • Page 128

    Tapping “resume accel” once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed increase. Each time the lever is tapped, speed increases so that tapping the lever three times will increase speed by 3 mph (4.8 km/h), etc. To decrease speed while speed control is on, push down and hold “set decel”. Release the le...

  • Page 129

    On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without speed control. Anti-lock brake system (abs) – if equipped this system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to preven...

  • Page 130

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

  • Page 131

    Brake assist system (bas) the bas is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce...

  • Page 132

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

  • Page 133

    On terrain. The system is activated by placing the vehicle in “off-road” mode and placing the gear selector in “low” or “reverse.” when the system is available, the hdc indica- tor lamp will be illuminated solid. Hdc has the capability to sense terrain and will only activate when the vehicle is desc...

  • Page 134

    To the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match the intended path, esp applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition • oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position. •...

  • Page 135

    Esp 2wd operating modes all 2wd vehicles can choose the following esp operating modes: esp on this is the normal operating mode for esp. Whenever the vehicle is started the esp system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for almost all driving situa- tions. Esp should only be turned to “pa...

  • Page 136

    Overcome, turn esp back on by momentarily depressing the “esp control switch”. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion. Esp 4wd operating modes in addition to esp on and partial esp (described above in “esp 2wd operating modes”), all 4wd equipped vehicles can also choose the following esp op...

  • Page 137

    Esp/bas warning light and esp/tcs indicator light the malfunction indicator for the esp is combined with the bas indicator. The yellow “esp/bas warning lamp” and the yellow “esp/tcs indicator light” in the instrument cluster both come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “on” position. They ...

  • Page 138

    Garage door opener — if equipped homelink t replaces up to three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home security systems. The homelink t unit operates off of your vehi- cle’s battery. Note: homelink t is disabled ...

  • Page 139

    Warning! Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause seri- ous injury or death. Programming homelink t before you begin if you have not trained any of the homelink t buttons, erase all channe...

  • Page 140

    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. • after training a homelinkt channel, if the garage door does not operate with homelink t and the garage door opener was manufactured afte...

  • Page 141

    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 142

    Similar to this canadian law, some u.S. Gate operators are designed to “time-out” in the same manner. It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating of the garage door or gate motor. If you are having difficulties programming a garage door opener or...

  • Page 143

    3. Without releasing the button, proceed with pro- gramming homelink step #2 and follow all remain- ing steps. Security it is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn in your vehicle. To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note...

  • Page 144

    Note: the transmitter has been tested and it complies with fcc and ic rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to operate the device. The term “ic:” before the certification/registration num- ber only signifies t...

  • Page 145

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

  • Page 146

    Closing the sunroof manual mode to close the sunroof, press and hold the switch in the forward position. Again, any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial close condition until the switch is pushed and held forward again. To ensure sunroof is fully clos...

  • Page 147

    Venting sunroof – express press and hold the “v” button, and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is called express vent, and will occur regardless of the sunroof position. During express vent operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof. Sunshade operation the sunshade ca...

  • Page 148

    Electrical power outlets — if equipped there is a standard 12-volt power outlet in the instru- ment panel and a 115 volt (150 watts maximum) power outlet in the center console on certain models for added convenience. These outlets can power cell phones, elec- tronics and other low power devices. Not...

  • Page 149

    Power outlet 12 volts power outlet 115 volts (150 watt) understanding the features of your vehicle 149 3.

  • Page 150

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

  • Page 151

    Note: the flip pocket and console lid features are intended to be used in the upright or open position only while the vehicle is parked. While driving, all handheld devices should be properly stowed, and the flip pocket and the console lid should be closed. Cargo area features cargo light/removable ...

  • Page 152

    Press and release removing flashlight 152 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 153

    Retractable cargo area cover — if equipped to cover the cargo area: 1. Grasp the center portion of the cover flap. Pull it over the cargo area. 2. Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots in the pillar trim cover. Three press switch cargo cover extended understanding the features of y...

  • Page 154

    3. The liftgate may be opened or closed with the cargo cover in place. Cargo cover removal 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 ...

  • Page 155

    Removable load floor the cargo area load floor is removable and can be washed with mild soap and water. For removal, lift the load floor with your finger at the space provided at the rear. Cargo tie-down loops there are four d-rings tie-down loops in the lower trim for securing cargo. The tie-downs ...

  • Page 156

    • always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible. • place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway. • do not pile lu...

  • Page 157

    Note: do not close the liftgate with the fold down speakers opened. The speakers could be damaged if they come into contact with luggage stored in the cargo area. Rear window features rear window wiper/washer a switch on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the rear wiper/wash...

  • Page 158

    Adding washer fluid the fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer (if equipped) is shared. It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer sol-...

  • Page 159

    Caution! Use care when washing the inside of the rear window to prevent damage to heating elements. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Also, keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements. Roof luggage rac...

  • Page 160

    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 161: Contents

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

  • Page 162

    ▫ am reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 ▫ fm reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 m electronic digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 ▫ clock setting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 m sales code ref — am/fm/cd (single d...

  • Page 163

    M sales code rec — am/fm/cd (6–disc) radio with navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 ▫ operating instructions — satellite radio (if equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 ▫ rec setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 ▫ audio clock display . . . . . ....

  • Page 164

    Instrument panel features 1 — air outlet 5 — glove box 9 — hazard warning flasher 2 —demisters 6 — storage bin 10 — esp off switch — if equipped 3 — instrument cluster 7 — climate controls 4 — radio 8 — heated seat switches — if equipped 164 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 165

    Instrument cluster—premium understanding your instrument panel 165 4.

  • Page 166

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

  • Page 167

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

  • Page 168

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

  • Page 169

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

  • Page 170

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

  • Page 171

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

  • Page 172

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

  • Page 173

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

  • Page 174

    Change oil message your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “change oil” message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indic...

  • Page 175

    Before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from off to on/run, have the condi- tion 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 st...

  • Page 176

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

  • Page 177

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

  • Page 178

    • left front turn signal lamp out (with a single chime) • left rear turn signal lamp out (with a single chime) • right front turn signal lamp out (with a single chime) • right rear turn signal lamp out (with a single chime) • rke battery low (with a single chime) • personal settings not available – ...

  • Page 179

    Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the on/run position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the trip odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled maint...

  • Page 180

    • distance to empty (dte) • elapsed time • tire pressure monitor (tpm) • personal settings to reset the display pressing and holding the evic button once will clear the function currently being displayed. Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed. To reset all reset...

  • Page 181

    Distance to empty (dte) shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level. This is not resettable. Note: significa...

  • Page 182

    Language when in this display you may select different languages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions. Pressing the evic button while in this display selects english, espanol, deutsch, italiano, or francais depend- ing on availability. As you continue the displayed infor- matio...

  • Page 183

    Sound horn with remote key lock when on is selected a short horn sound will occur when the remote keyless entry “lock” button is pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the flash lights on lock/unlock feature. Press and hold the evic button when in this display until “on” or “off” appe...

  • Page 184

    Power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature. Press and hold the evic button when in this display until “off”, “45 sec.”, “5 min.”, or “10 min.” appears to make your selection. Turn headlamps on w...

  • Page 185

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

  • Page 186

    Note: the factory default zone is 8. During program- ming, the zone value will wrap around from zone 15 to zone 1. Compass calibration the compass will automatically calibrate if the cal indicator is flashing, by driving around slowly (under 5 mph / 8 km/h) in one or more complete circles in an area...

  • Page 187

    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 and natural phenomena, which might lead you to believe your sound system is ...

  • Page 188

    Will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature. Electronic digital clock the clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio. A digital readout shows the frequency and/or time in hours and m...

  • Page 189

    Sales code ref — am/fm/cd (single disc) radio with optional satellite radio and hands free phone capability note: the radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. Operating instructions - radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operat...

  • Page 190

    Mode button (radio mode) press the mode button repeatedly to select between the cd player and satellite radio (if equipped). Seek button (radio mode) press and release the seek button to search for the next listenable station in either am/fm or satellite (if equipped) mode. Press the right side of t...

  • Page 191

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

  • Page 192

    Press the rotary tune control a fourth time and bal will display. Turn the tune control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers. Press the rotary tune control a fifth time and fade will display. Turn the tune control to the left or right to adjust the soun...

  • Page 193

    Operation instructions - cd mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Inserting the compact disc (single cd player) gently insert one cd into the cd player with the cd label facing up. The cd will automatically be pulled into the cd player and the cd icon...

  • Page 194

    Scan button (cd mode) press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. To stop the scan function, press the button a second time. Eject button (cd mode) press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. The unit will switch to the last selected mode. ...

  • Page 195

    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, cassette player, or microphone and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. The au...

  • Page 196

    Time button (auxiliary mode) press this button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will display for 5 seconds. Rw/ff (auxiliary mode) no function. Rnd/set button (auxiliary mode) no function. Mode button (auxiliary mode) press the mode button repeatedly to...

  • Page 197

    Sales code raq – am/fm/cd (6-disc) radio with optional satellite radio, hands free phone, and vehicle entertainment systems (ves) capabilities note: the radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. Operating instructions - radio mode note: the ignition switch must be ...

  • Page 198

    Mode button (radio mode) press the mode button repeatedly to select between the cd player, satellite radio, or vehicle entertainment system (ves) (if equipped). Seek button (radio mode) press and release the seek button to search for the next listenable station in either am/fm or satellite (if equip...

  • Page 199

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

  • Page 200

    Press the rotary tune control a fourth time and bal- ance will display. Turn the tune control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers. Press the rotary tune control a fifth time and fade will display. Turn the tune control to the left or right to adjust th...

  • Page 201

    Nostalgia nostalgia oldies oldies personality personality public public rhythm and blues rhythm_and_blues religious music religious_music religious talk religious_talk rock rock soft soft soft rock soft_rock soft rhythm and blues soft_r_&_b sports sports talk talk top 40 top_40 weather weather by pr...

  • Page 202

    Display window. Each button can be set for set 1 and set 2 in both am and fm. This allows a total of 12 am,12 fm and 12 satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into push-button memory. The stations stored in set 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a preset bu...

  • Page 203

    If you insert a disc with the ignition on and the radio on, the unit will switch from radio to cd mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the disc number, the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. Seek button (cd ...

  • Page 204

    Load / ejt - eject press the load/ ejt button and the push- button with the corresponding number where the cd was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show 9ejecting disc9 when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc. ...

  • Page 205

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

  • Page 206

    The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • maximum number of directory levels: 15 • maximum number of files: 255 • maximum number of folders: 100 • maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • level 1: 12 (including a separator 9.9 and a 3-character extension) • level 2: 31 (inc...

  • Page 207

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

  • Page 208

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

  • Page 209

    Msg or info button (cd mode for mp3 play) press and msg or info button while playing mp3 disc. The radio scrolls through the following tag information: song title, artist, file name, and folder name (if avail- able). Press the msg or info button once more to return to 9elapsed time9 priority mode. P...

  • Page 210

    Operating instructions - hands free phone (if equipped) refer to hands free phone in section 3 of the owner’s manual. Operating instructions - satellite radio mode (if equipped) refer to the satellite radio section of the owner’s manual. Operating instructions - video entertainment system (ves t) (i...

  • Page 211

    Menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destina- tions and routes, am/fm stereo radio and six-disc cd changer with mp3 capability. Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a dvd that is loaded into the unit. One map dvd covers all of north america. Refer to your “navigation user’s...

  • Page 212

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

  • Page 213

    3. To decrease the clock by one hour, use the select encoder to highlight the “-” sign. Press enter. Press enter again to decrease the clock by another hour. 4. To increase the clock by minutes, make sure “min +” is highlighted and press enter. Press enter again to increase the clock by another minu...

  • Page 214

    3. To switch the clock to the small clock, quickly press time again. 4. To toggle back to the large clock, simply press time. Satellite radio — if equipped satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription ser...

  • Page 215

    Electronic serial number/sirius identification number (esn/sid) the electronic serial number/sirius identification num- ber is needed to activate your sirius satellite radio system. To access the esn/sid, refer to the following steps: esn/sid access with ref radios with the ignition switch in the ac...

  • Page 216

    Selecting satellite mode — raq radio press the mode button repeatedly until the word 9sat9 appears in the display. These radios will also display the current station name and program type. For more information such as song title and artist press the msg or info button. A cd or tape may remain in the...

  • Page 217

    Using the pty (program type) button (if equipped) follow the pty button instructions that apply to your radio. Pty button ( scan ( when the desired program type is obtained, press the 9scan9 button within five seconds. The radio will play 7 seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next c...

  • Page 218

    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 219

    The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the switch will decrease the volume. The button located in the center of the right hand control will switch modes to radio or cd. The le...

  • Page 220

    Cd/dvd disc maintenance to keep the cd/dvd discs in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. 3. Do not apply paper, paper cd labels, or tape ...

  • Page 221

    Climate controls climate controls the climate control system allows you to balance the temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the instrument panel, below the radio. The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains r-134a, a refri...

  • Page 222

    Mode control (air direction) the mode control allows you to choose from several pat- terns of air distribution. You can select either a primary mode, as identified by the symbols, or a blend of two of these modes. The closer the control is to a particular mode, the more air distribution you receive ...

  • Page 223

    Note: the air conditioning compressor operates in both mix and defrost or a blend of these modes even if the air conditioning snowflake button is not pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. To improve fuel economy, use these modes only when necessary. Air outlets the airflow f...

  • Page 224

    Air conditioning max a/c for maximum cooling use the a/c and recirculate buttons at the same time. Note: see “circulation control” later in this section, for proper or extended use of this position. Air conditioning (normal) use this button to engage the air conditioning. A lamp will illuminate when...

  • Page 225

    Circulation control use this button to choose be- tween outside air intake or recirculation of the air inside the vehicle. A lamp will illu- minate when you are in recir- culate mode. Only use the re- circulate mode to temporarily block out any outside odors, smoke, or dust and to cool the interior ...

  • Page 226

    Operating tips 226 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 227

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

  • Page 228

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

  • Page 229: Starting And Operating

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

  • Page 230

    ▫ freedom drive ii 4wd system operation . . . . 245 ▫ freedom drive ii – off-road features . . . . . . . 245 ▫ high mobility characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 ▫ water fording characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 ▫ the basics of off-road driving . . . . . . . . . . . 250 ▫ when t...

  • Page 231

    ▫ tire loading and tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 278 m tires — general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 ▫ tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 ▫ tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283 ▫ radial-ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 232

    ▫ fuel system cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 ▫ carbon monoxide warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 m adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 ▫ fuel filler cap (gas cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 233

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

  • Page 234

    Start within 15 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the “off” position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure. Warning! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- axle cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel ...

  • Page 235

    Warning! Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury. Caution! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait...

  • Page 236

    Fully depress the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly depress the accelera- tor pedal. Use each gear in numerical order - do not skip a gear. Be sure the transaxle is in 1st gear, (not 3rd), when starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch can re...

  • Page 237

    Recommended shift speeds to use your manual transaxle for optimal fuel economy, it should be upshifted as listed in table. Manual transaxle recommended shift speeds units in mph (km/h) engine size accel- eration rate 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 all engines accel 14 (23) 23 (37) 29 (47) 45 (72) cruis...

  • Page 238

    Automatic transaxle — if equipped caution! Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following 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 i...

  • Page 239

    Warning! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of p (park) or n (neutral) if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or somet...

  • Page 240

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

  • Page 241

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

  • Page 242

    Four wheel drive operation — if equipped this feature provides full time, on-demand, four wheel drive (4wd). Where one or more wheels have wheel spin or if addi- tional traction is needed in sand, deep snow, or loose traction surfaces, activate the 4wd lock switch by pulling up once and releasing. T...

  • Page 243

    Freedom drive ii – safe off-road driving off-road driving tips and vehicle characteristics the freedom drive ii off-road package has excellent on and off-road capabilities. These off-road capabilities will allow you to explore those wilderness trails where few travel, providing a source of exciting ...

  • Page 244

    • tow hooks: 2 front and 1 rear • front engine and transaxle skid plate • fuel tank skid plate • air filtration system • unique springs for a 1 inch of increased ride height • fog lamps • seat height adjust • three-mode electronic stability program (esp) • hill-descent control • unique off-road engi...

  • Page 245

    Freedom drive ii 4wd system operation under normal driving conditions, the vehicle operates in the active four wheel drive mode. Pulling up on the 4wd lock lever activates the 4wd system and lights the amber 4wd cluster light. This commands a higher torque to the rear wheels, for improved traction c...

  • Page 246

    • 19.1 crawl ratio – when the system has the 4wd lock lever engaged and is in the low off-road mode, the cvt2l initially maintains the 19:1 crawl ratio before changing ratio. This low ratio is ideal for crawling over obstacles. • 4wd lock mode – four wheel drive lock mode commands a higher torque to...

  • Page 247

    Angles a b c d starting and operating 247 5.

  • Page 248

    Water fording characteristics water fording characteristic is the vehicle’s ability to cross a body of still water, where the powertrain and drivetrain are safe from water ingestion. The freedom drive ii off-road package has high water fording characteristics with the ability to cross a pool of wate...

  • Page 249

    Water fording characteristics starting and operating 249 5.

  • Page 250

    The basics of off-road driving you will encounter many types of terrain driving off- road. You should be familiar with the terrain and area before proceeding. There are many types of surface conditions: hard packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow and ice. Every surface has a different ef...

  • Page 251

    Additional traction and activates the numerous off-road features to improve handling and control on slippery or difficult terrain. Due to the sustained lower gearing, low (l off-road) with 4wd lock engaged will allow the engine to operate in a higher power range. This will allow you to cross over ob...

  • Page 252

    Caution! On icy or slippery roads, do not downshift at high engine rpm’s or vehicle speeds because engine brak- ing may cause skidding and loss of control. • mud – deep mud creates a great deal of suction around the tires and is very difficult to get through. You should use low (l off-road) with the...

  • Page 253

    On pavement or other hard surfaces. Be sure you have a way to air the tires back up prior to reducing the pressure. Caution! Reduced tire pressures may cause tire unseating and total loss of air pressure. To reduce the risk of tire unseating, while at a reduced tire pressure, reduce your speed and a...

  • Page 254

    Stand a safe distance in front of you where they can see the obstacle, watch your tires and undercarriage, and guide you through. Crossing large rocks when approaching large rocks, choose a path which ensures you drive over the largest of them with your tires. This will lift your undercarriage over ...

  • Page 255

    Dirt to fill the rut ahead of the turnout you just created. You should now be able to drive out following the trench you just created at a 45-degree angle. Warning! There is an increased risk of roll over when crossing an obstacle, at any angle, with steep sides. Crossing logs to cross a log, approa...

  • Page 256

    Caution! Winching or rocking the vehicle off hard objects increases the risk of underbody damage. Hill climbing hill climbing requires good judgment and a good under- standing of your abilities and your vehicle’s limitations. Hills can cause serious problems. Some are just too steep to climb and sho...

  • Page 257

    A 1/4; turn quickly back and forth. This will provide a fresh 9bite9 into the surface and will usually provide enough traction to complete the climb. If you do not make it to the top, place the vehicle in reverse and back straight down the grade using engine resistance along with the vehicle brakes....

  • Page 258

    The possibilities of a down hill slide or roll over. Make sure the surface has good traction with firm and stable soils. If possible transverse the incline at an angle heading slightly up or down. Warning! Driving across an incline increases the risk of a roll over, which may result in severe injury...

  • Page 259

    Driving through water extreme care should be taken crossing any type of water. Water crossings should be avoided if possible and only be attempted when necessary, in a safe responsible manner. You should only drive through areas which are designated and approved. You should tread lightly and avoid d...

  • Page 260

    Crossing is the water depth, current and bottom con- ditions. On soft bottoms the vehicle will sink in, effectively increasing the water level on the vehicle. Be sure to consider this when determining the depth and the ability to safely cross • crossing puddles, pools, flooded areas or other standin...

  • Page 261

    Even the slowest current can push the heaviest vehicle downstream out of control if the water is deep enough to push on the large surface area of the vehicle’s body. Before you proceed determine the speed of the current, the water’s depth, approach angle, bottom condition and if there are any obstac...

  • Page 262

    Caution! Reduced tire pressure increases the risk of tire dam- age and may cause tire unseating with total loss of air pressure. To reduce the risk of tire unseating, while at a reduced tire pressure, drive at slower speeds and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. Vehicle recovery if you drive off...

  • Page 263

    Caution! Pulling the vehicle off an obstacle, without first clearing the object, may result in additional under- body damage. • rock cycling your vehicle – rock cycling your ve- hicle is one of the easiest, fastest and most commonly used methods. This simply involves shifting your vehicle from drive...

  • Page 264

    Point. Using tow straps requires coordination between the two drivers. Good communication and line of sight are required for a safe recovery. First connect the tow strap to the correct attachment points on both vehicles. There should be a least 20 to 30 ft. (6 to 9 m) between the vehicles to allow f...

  • Page 265

    After driving off-road off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than does most on-road driving. After driving off-road, it is always a good idea to check for damage. • completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle. Check tires, body structure, steering, suspension, and exhaust system f...

  • Page 266

    Warning! Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might not have full braking power when you need it to prevent an accident. If you have been operating your vehicle in dirty conditions, get your brakes checked and cleaned as necessary. Failur...

  • Page 267

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

  • Page 268

    Note: the parking brake lever will not release unless the lever is pulled up slightly past its applied position. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in park, otherwise the load on the automatic transaxle locking mechanism may make it diff...

  • Page 269

    Brake system your vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes as standard equipment. In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. How- ever, the effort required to brake the vehicle will be much gr...

  • Page 270

    Anti-lock brake system (abs) — if equipped the anti-lock brake system provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock-up. Warning! Pumping of the anti-lock bra...

  • Page 271

    The abs light monitors the anti-lock brake system. The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the on position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the abs light remains on or comes on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is not funct...

  • Page 272

    • and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop. These are all normal characteristics of abs. Warning! The anti-lock brake system contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmi...

  • Page 273

    Warning! Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. Caution! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature an...

  • Page 274

    • european metric tire sizing is based on european design standards. Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter 9p9 is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65r15 96h • lt (light truck)-metric tire sizing is...

  • Page 275

    Tire sizing chart example: size designation: p = passenger car tire size based on u.S. Design standards 9....Blank....9 = 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 276

    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 277

    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 278

    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 279

    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 280

    Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “the combined weight of occu- pants and cargo should never exceed xxx pounds” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight...

  • Page 281

    Starting and operating 281 5.

  • Page 282

    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 283

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

  • Page 284

    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 285

    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 286

    Compact spare tire — if equipped the compact spare is for temporary emergency use with radial tires. It is engineered to be used on your style vehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, the original tire should be repaired (or replaced) and rein- stalled at the first opportunity. Warning!...

  • Page 287

    Original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same tire, replace (or repair) the original tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Warning! The limited use ...

  • Page 288

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

  • Page 289

    Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline. Replacement tires the tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold ...

  • Page 290

    Caution! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer readings. Alignment and balance poor suspension alignment may result in: • fast tire wear. • uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sided wear. • vehicle pull to right or left. Tires m...

  • Page 291

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

  • Page 292

    Tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) — if equipped • the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure. • the tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kpa) for every 12°f (6.5°c). This mean...

  • Page 293

    − for example, your vehicle may have a recom- mended cold (parked for more than 3 hours) placard pressure of 30 psi (207 kpa). If the ambient tempera- ture is 68°f (20°c) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kpa), a temperature drop to 20°f (-7°c) will decrease the tire pressure to approxim...

  • Page 294

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

  • Page 295

    • 4 tire pressure monitoring sensors • tire pressure monitoring telltale light the tire pressure monitoring telltale lamp will illumi- nate in the instrument cluster, and an audible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low. Should this occur, you should...

  • Page 296

    1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the tpms will not monitor the tire pressure in the compact spare tire. 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, upon the next igniti...

  • Page 297

    The 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 center (evic) • yellow tire pre...

  • Page 298

    Graphic display of the pressure value(s) will stop flash- ing, and the tire pressure monitoring lamp will extin- guish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been re- ceived. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (25 kph) to receive this informa- tion. Check tpm system ...

  • Page 299

    Text message will not be present, and a pressure value will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can occur by any of the following scenarios: 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the tpm sensors. 2. Installing some form o...

  • Page 300

    Active road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the tpms to receive this information. 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:...

  • Page 301

    Fuel requirements gasoline engines your vehicle is designed to meet all emis- sion regulations and provide excellent fuel economy when using high quality regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87. The use of premium gasoline is not recommended. The use of premium gaso- line will provide ...

  • Page 302

    Gasoline/oxygenate blends some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- genates such as 10% ethanol, mtbe, and etbe. Oxygen- ates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your ve...

  • Page 303

    Materials added to fuel all gasoline sold in the united states is required to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and would result in additional cost. Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel. F...

  • Page 304

    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 305

    Caution! • a poorly fitting gas cap may cause the malfunc- tion indicator light to turn on. • 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...

  • Page 306

    Warning! A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. Loose fuel filler cap message if the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose or imprope...

  • Page 307

    Gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) the gvwr is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes the weigh of your vehicle, the driver, passengers, cargo and trailer tongue weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the gvwr. Trailer towing in this section you will find...

  • Page 308

    Gross combination weight rating (gcwr) the gross combination weight rating (gcwr) is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. (note that gcwr ratings in- clude a 68 kg (150 lbs) allowance for the presence of a driver). Gross axle weight rating (gawr) the ...

  • Page 309

    Hitches are the most popular on the market today and they’re commonly used to tow small- and medium-sized trailers. Weight-distributing hitch a weight-distributing system works by applying lever- age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue ...

  • Page 310

    Trailer hitch classification your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 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 tr...

  • Page 311

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) the following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/transmission frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Tongue wt. (see note 1) 2.4l auto/man 22 sq. Ft. (2.04 sq. M) 1000 lbs (453 kg...

  • Page 312

    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 313

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

  • Page 314

    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 315

    Towing requirements — tires − do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. − proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to the tires–general information section of this manual on tire pressures for proper tire infl...

  • Page 316

    Caution! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. Warning! Do not connect trailer brakes ...

  • Page 317

    4 - pin connector 7- pin connector starting and operating 317 5.

  • Page 318

    Towing tips before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Towing tips — automatic transmission the automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you regularly tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous op...

  • Page 319

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

  • Page 321: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents m hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 m if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 m automatic transaxle overheating . . . . . . . . . . . 324 m jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 ▫ jack loca...

  • Page 322

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

  • Page 323

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

  • Page 324

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

  • Page 325

    Jack location the jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor in the cargo area. Spare tire stowage the spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor in the cargo area. Spare tire removal lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. Preparations for jacking park the vehicle on a ...

  • Page 326

    • turn on the hazard warning flasher. • block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally oppo- site the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. • passengers should not remain in the vehicle while the vehicle is being jacked. Jacking instructio...

  • Page 327

    3. There are two front jacking locations and two rear jacking locations on each side of the body. The front locations are outlined by two triangular cutouts, the rear ones by two rectangular cutouts. For vehicles equipped with plastic trim, the plastic has been cut away to expose the jacking locatio...

  • Page 328

    7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 8. Finish tightening the nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening the wheel nuts. Alternate nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correct wheel nut torque is 100 ft. Lbs (135 n·m). If you doubt that you have tightened the nuts...

  • Page 329

    Jump-starting procedures due to a low battery warning! Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be hurt by the fan. Warning! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an...

  • Page 330

    Warning! Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured. Note: disconnecting the battery with the ignition in the on position will cause vehicles with an automatic transaxle (cvt2) to...

  • Page 331

    Warning! Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the contaminated area immediately with large quantities...

  • Page 332

    And first gear. Usually the least accelerator pedal pres- sure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels is most effective. Warning! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause axle, tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and in...

  • Page 333

    All transaxles caution! If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the ignition switch must be in the accessory posi- tion, not in the lock position. Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when towing. When securing vehicle to flat bed truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension componen...

  • Page 335: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents m engine compartment — gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . 338 m onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . . . . . . . . 339 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 m emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 336

    ▫ front suspension ball joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 ▫ body lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 ▫ windshield wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 ▫ windshield washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 ▫ exhaust system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 337

    ▫ auxiliary off-road light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 m fluids and capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 m fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts . . . . . . . . 386 ▫ engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 ▫ chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 338

    Engine compartment — gasoline 338 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 339

    Onboard diagnostic system — obd ii your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called obd ii. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transaxle control systems. When these systems are oper- ating properly, your vehicle will provide exc...

  • Page 340

    Loose fuel filler cap message after fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is possible loose or improperly installed. A gascap message will be dis- played in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until a 9clicking9 sound is heard. This is an indicatio...

  • Page 341

    Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test, which you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your vehicle’s obd system is ready, you must do the following: 1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch. 2. Turn the ignition to the on position, but do not crank or st...

  • Page 342

    Vehicle serviced before going to the i/m station. The i/m station can fail your vehicle because the mil symbol is on with the engine running. Replacement parts use of genuine mopar t parts for normal/scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in- sure the designed performance. Damage...

  • Page 343

    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 344

    Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and only when the engine is hot, will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level between the range markings on the dipstick. The range markings will consist of a crosshatch zone that says safe or a cross- hatch zone th...

  • Page 345

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

  • Page 346

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

  • Page 347

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

  • Page 348

    To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: • do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. • do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. • do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected for pr...

  • Page 349

    Warning! The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed. Failur...

  • Page 350

    Warning! Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water. Battery ...

  • Page 351

    Air conditioner maintenance for best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at thi...

  • Page 352

    Refrigerant recovery and recycling r-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar- bon (hfc) that is endorsed by the environmental pro- tection agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other servic...

  • Page 353

    Body lubrication locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, doors, liftgate 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 354

    Windshield wiper blade replacement 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the glass. 2. Push the release tab and slide the wiper blade assem- bly down along the arm. Gently place the wiper arm on the windshield. 3. Install the new blade assembly onto the wiper arm tip until it locks in place. Windshield wa...

  • Page 355

    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, refer to exhaust gas in the safety tips section of this manual. Cooling system warning! • when wor...

  • Page 356

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

  • Page 357

    Caution! Mixing of coolants other than specified hybrid or- ganic additive technology (hoat) engine coolants, may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. If a non-hoat coolant is intro- duced into the cooling system in an emergency, it should be replaced with the specified coo...

  • Page 358

    The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is opera...

  • Page 359

    Disposal of used engine coolant used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine co...

  • Page 360

    If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. • do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze nee...

  • Page 361

    Hoses and vacuum/vapor harnesses inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard or soft spots, brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces- sive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber pay particular attention to the hoses nearest to...

  • Page 362

    Warning! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full braking capacity in an emergency....

  • Page 363

    Warning! Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure. You could have an accident. If you see any signs of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake hoses replaced immediately. Brake master cylinder the fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood ser...

  • Page 364

    Warning! Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or unidentified as to specification, may result in sudden brake failure during hard prolonged braking. You could have an accident. Caution! Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall clutch system performance. Improper b...

  • Page 365

    Automatic transaxle (cvt) selection of lubricant it is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transaxle to assure optimum transaxle performance. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission fluid which has been formulated with special metal to metal friction coefficient additives...

  • Page 366

    Fluid level check check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more that 3/16” (4.7 mm) below the bottom of the hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Frequency of fluid change under normal operat...

  • Page 367

    Power transfer unit (ptu) – awd/4wd models only lubricant selection use only the manufacturers recommended fluid. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” for correct fluid type. Fluid level check visually inspected the unit at each oil change for leakage. If leakage is detected, check the f...

  • Page 368

    What causes corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. The most common causes are: • road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. • stone and gravel impact. • insects, tree sap and tar. • salt in the air near sea coast localities....

  • Page 369

    Special care • if you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month. • it is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and open. • if you detect any stone chips or scratches ...

  • Page 370

    Yes essentials t fabric cleaning procedure – if equipped yes essentials t seats may be cleaned in the following manner: • remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean, dry towel. • blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. • for tough stains, apply mopart total clean or ...

  • Page 371

    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 372

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

  • Page 373

    Fuses/integrated power module (ipm) an integrated power module is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A label that identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover. Refer to “engine compartment” in t...

  • Page 374

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 14 10 amp red iod ccn/ interior lighting 15 40 amp green rad fan relay bat- tery feed 16 15 amp lt. Blue ign run/acc cigar ltr/sunroof 17 10 amp red iod feed mod-wcm 18 40 amp green asd relay contact pwr feed 19 20 amp yellow pwr amp 1 & amp 2 feed 20 15 a...

  • Page 375

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description 30 20 amp yellow heated seats 31 10 amp red headlamp washer re- lay control 32 30 amp pink eng asd control feed 1 33 10 amp red abs mod/j1962 conn/pcm 34 30 amp pink abs valve feed 35 40 amp green abs pump feed 36 30 amp pink headlamp /washer control / sma...

  • Page 376

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

  • Page 377

    Bulb replacement headlamps • raise the hood and locate connector behind the head- lamp. Locating headlamp connector releasing red lock tab maintaining your vehicle 377 7.

  • Page 378

    • reach into engine compartment and pull red lock out at connector. • twist the bulb to the left and pull outward from assembly. Remove green connector from back of bulb by pulling straight back twisting bulb from socket 378 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 379

    Note: these are halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch the bulb with your fingers. Body oils from your fingers could cause excessive heat buildup which reduces bulb life. Fog lights see your authorized dealer for replacement. Tail lights, rear turn signals and backup lights — replacement 1. Remove th...

  • Page 380

    2. Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly to disengage the lamp from the aperture panel. Push-pins removed pulling lamp from body 380 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 381

    3. Twist and remove socket from lamp. 4. Remove bulb from socket and replace. Removing socket and bulb removing bulb from socket maintaining your vehicle 381 7.

  • Page 382

    License lights 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate. 2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Prying lamp from liftgate removing socket from lamp 382 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 383

    3. Pull bulb from socket. Center high-mounted stoplight light is an led assembly. See your authorized dealer for replacement. Auxiliary off-road light 1. Remove the three screws attaching the lens to the housing. Lens removal removing bulb from socket maintaining your vehicle 383 7.

  • Page 384

    2. Unlatch the wire clasp securing the bulb into the housing and rotate it into the position shown. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the lamp harness to replace the bulb. Releasing the bulb disconnecting bulb 384 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 385

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

  • Page 386

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

  • Page 387

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

  • Page 389: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents m emission control system maintenance . . . . . . . . 390 m maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390 ▫ required maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . . . 393 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 390

    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 391

    Note: • the oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even if the oil change indicator message is not illumi- nated. • change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-r...

  • Page 392

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

  • Page 393

    Required maintenance intervals perform maintenance every (where time and mileage 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 ...

  • Page 394

    Perform maintenance every (where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) maintenance items miles kilometers or months replace the spark plugs (2.0l/2.4l engines). 30,000 50 000 30 change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: traile...

  • Page 395

    Perform maintenance every (where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) maintenance items miles kilometers or months change the automatic transmission fluid & filter. 120,000 200 000 120 replace accessory drive belt(s). 120,000 200 000 120 warning! You can be badly inju...

  • Page 397: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents m suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398 ▫ prepare for the appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 398 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398 ▫ be reasonable...

  • Page 398

    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 399

    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 400

    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 401

    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 402

    Reporting safety defects in the 50 united states and washington d.C.: if you believe that your vehicle has a defect, which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the national highway traffic safety administra- tion (nhtsa) in addition to notifying the manufacture...

  • Page 403

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

  • Page 404

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

  • Page 405

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

  • Page 407: Index

    Index 10

  • Page 408

    Abs (anti-lock brake system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 357 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125,158 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 409

    Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 keyless transmitter replacement (rke) . . . . . . . 24 belts, drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 body mechanism lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 b-pillar location . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 410

    Cd (compact disc) player maintenance . . . . . . . . 220 cellular phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79,220 center high mounted stop light . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 chains, tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 changing a flat tire . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 411

    Crankcase emission control system . . . . . . . . . . 348 cruise light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 customer assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398 data recorder, event . . . . . . ....

  • Page 412

    Emergency, in case of jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 emission control system maintenance . . . . . . 340,390 engine . . . . ...

  • Page 413

    Fluid leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 fluid level checks automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 fluids, lubricants and genuine parts . . . . . . . . . . 386 fog ligh...

  • Page 414

    Gauges coolant temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 gearshift . . . . . . ...

  • Page 415

    Instrument panel and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 instrument panel cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 instrument panel lens cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 integrated power module (fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 interior appearance care . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 416

    Dimmer switch, headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 electronic stability program (esp) indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134,137 engine temperature warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119,175,379 headlight...

  • Page 417

    Malfunction indicator light (check engine) . . 174,340 manual, service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403 manual transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233,235,365 downshifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 fluid level check . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 418

    Materials added to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344,385 synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 oil pressure light . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 419

    Programmable electronic features . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 programming transmitters (remote keyless entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 radial ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 radio broadcast signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 radio, navi...

  • Page 420

    Safety checks inside vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 safety checks outside vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 safety defects, reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402 safety information, tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 safety tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 421

    Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188,191,199,211 settings, personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 shift speeds, manual transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 shoulder belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 side airbag . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 422

    Temperature gauge, engine coolant . . . . . . . 170,323 tether anchor, child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 theft alarm (security alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 theft system (security alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 tie down hooks, cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 423

    Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 trailer towing . ...

  • Page 424

    Vacuum/vapor harnesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 variance, compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 425

    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 ignition key removallocking doors with the keykey-in-ignition remindersteering wh...