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Jeep 2010 Liberty Owner's Manual

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    Liberty owne r ’ s manual 2 0 1 0

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 4: Introduction

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

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    Introduction congratulations on selecting your new chrysler group llc vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This owner’s manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and ...

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    Control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drive carefully. 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 u...

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    6 introduction.

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

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    Vehicle modifications/alterations warning! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. 8 introduction.

  • Page 10: Contents

    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ ignition key removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ key-in-ignition reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 䡵 sentry key威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ using the panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 ▫ programming additional transmitters . . . . . . 24 ▫ battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 䡵 remote starting system — if equipped . . . . . . . 26 ▫ ho...

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    ▫ seat belts and pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . 55 ▫ seat belt extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 ▫ supplemental restraint system (srs) - airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 ▫ event data recorder (edr) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 ▫ child restr...

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    A word about your keys you can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with either side up. The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer. Ask your authorized dea...

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    Note: • for vehicles not equipped with the electronic vehicle information center (evic), features such as the power window switches, radio, power sunroof or sky slider 威 (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the lock position. Openi...

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    Warning! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seri- ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. C...

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    Note: a key that has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle. During normal operation, after turning on the ignition switch, the vehicle security light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the l...

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    At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit personal identification number (pin). Keep the pin in a secure location. This number is required for authorized dealer replacement of keys. Du- plication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by following the cus...

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    The new sentry key 威 is programmed. The remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter will also be pro- grammed during this procedure. Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you do not have a programmed sentry key 威, contact your authorized dealer for details. Note: if a programmed key is lo...

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    Rearming of the system if something triggers the vehicle security alarm, and no action is taken to disarm it, the vehicle security alarm will turn off the horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals after 15 minutes, and then the vehicle security alarm will rearm itself. To arm the ...

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    • when the vehicle security alarm is armed, the interior power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the vehicle security alarm will give you a false alarm. If the previously described ar...

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    The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects when using the rke transmitter. Note: inserting the key into the ignition switch dis- ables all buttons on the rke transmitter. To unlock the doors and liftgate press and release the unlock button on the rke transmitter once to unlock t...

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    For vehicles not equipped with the evic, perform the following steps: 1. Press and hold the lock button on a programmed (i.E., functional) rke transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the unlock button while still holding the lock button. 2. Release bot...

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    Sound horn with lock this feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the rke transmitter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: • for vehicles equipped with the electronic vehicle information center (evic), refer to “...

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    Information center (evic)/personal settings (cus- tomer-programmable features)” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further information. • for vehicles not equipped with the evic, perform the following steps: 1. Press and hold the unlock button on a programmed (i.E., functional) rke transmi...

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    Using the panic alarm note: the panic and security alarms are quite different. Please take a moment to activate the panic and the security modes to hear the differences in the horn. In case one should go off in the future, you will need to know which mode has been activated in order to deactivate it...

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    • do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board. 1. Remove the screw from the rke transmitter case (if equipped). 2. With the rke transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade tool to pry the two halves of the rke transmitter case apart. Make sure n...

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    Note: changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If your rke transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. Weak battery in rke transmitter. The expected ...

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    Warning! • do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon mon- oxide (co) which is odorless and colorless. Car- bon monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled. • keep remote keyless entry (rke) transmitters away from child...

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    To exit remote start mode and drive the vehicle before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the unlock button on the rke transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the vehicle security alarm (if equipped). Then, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the on posit...

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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. • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may caus...

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    If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. A chime will sound if ...

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    3. Press the power door lock switch to lock the doors. 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. Note: use the automatic door locks feature in accor- dance with local laws. Automatic unlock doo...

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    2. Cycle the ignition switch between lock and on and then back to lock four times, ending up in the lock position. 3. Press the power door unlock switch to unlock the doors. 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to it...

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    Note: when the child lock system is engaged, the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position. Warning! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when th...

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    Note: after disengaging the child protection door lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. Windows power windows the window controls on the driver’s door trim panel control all the door windows. There are single window controls on each passenge...

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    Warning! Never leave children in a vehicle, with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. Auto-down feature the driver’s and front...

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    Auto up feature with anti-pinch protection — if equipped on some models, the driver’s and front passenger’s (if equipped for passenger side) power window switches have an “auto up” feature. Pull the window switch up to the second detent, release, and the window will go up automatically. To stop the ...

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    Warning! There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing. Window lockout button the window lockout button on the driver’s door trim panel allows you to disable the window control on the other doors. To disable the window...

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    2. Push the window switch down firmly to the second detent to open the window completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open. Wind buffeting wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type so...

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    Note: use the power door lock switch on either front door trim panel or the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter to lock and unlock the liftgate. The manual door locks on the doors and the driver’s door lock cylinder will not lock and unlock the liftgate. Warning! Driving with the liftgate open ca...

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    Note: if a malfunction to the liftgate latch should occur, an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap-in cover located on the liftgate trim panel. Warning! Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poi...

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    All the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat — if equipped if you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the lower anchors and tether for children (latch) feature also can be use...

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    Ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/shoulder belts all seating positions in your vehicle have combination lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is de- signed to lock during very sudden s...

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    Warning! (continued) • two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size. Lap/shoulder belt operating ...

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

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    Warning! (continued) • a shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together. 4. Position the lap belt across your thigh...

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    5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt. 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 ...

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    The shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pressing the release button. To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched, pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position. As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower...

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    Seat belt pretensioner — if equipped the front passenger seat belt is equipped with a preten- sioning device that is designed to remove any slack from the seat belt systems in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight around t...

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    When ahr’s deploy during a rear impact, the head restraint front half extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the head and the ahr. This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear end impacts. Note: the ...

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    Caution! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident. Note: for more information on properly adjusting and positi...

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    1 — downward movement 2 — rearward movement 3 — final downward movement to engage locking mecha- nism 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 51.

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    4. The ahr front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. Note: • if you have difficulties or problems resetting the head restraints, see an authorized dealer. • for safety reasons, have the active head restraints checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized d...

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    Beltalert 威 programming beltalert 威 can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by performing the following steps: note: chrysler group llc does not recommend de- activating beltalert 威. 1. With all doors closed, and the ignition switch in any position except on or start, buckle the driv...

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    Automatic locking retractors (alr) mode — if equipped in this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is avail- able on all passenger-seating positions with a combina- tion lap/shoulder bel...

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

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    Supplemental restraint system (srs) - airbags this vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the gl...

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    This vehicle may also be equipped with supplemental side airbag inflatable curtains (sabic) that run the entire length of the headliner to protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window. Note: airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during a...

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    • knee impact bolsters • front and side impact sensors • front seat belt pretensioners — if equipped • occupant classification system (ocs) — front pas- senger seat only − occupant classification module (ocm) − passenger airbag disable (pad) indicator light − weight sensors advanced front airbag fea...

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    Warning! (continued) • 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 may no longer be functional. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the ai...

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    Note: • should a vehicle rollover occur, the pretensioners and/or sabic airbags on both sides of the vehicle may deploy. • airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will open during airbag deployment. The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and rear seat occupants th...

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    Children that are not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt should be secured in the rear seat, in a child restraint or belt-positioning booster seat. Older children who do not use child restraints or belt- positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never...

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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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    Truck underrides, and angle offset collisions. On the other hand, depending on the type and location of impact, advanced front airbags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration. The side airbags will not deploy in all side collisions. S...

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    Warning! Ignoring the “airbag warning light” in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away. • the occupant ...

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    The “pad indicator light” should not be illuminated when an adult passenger is properly seated in the front passenger seat. In this case, the airbag is ready to be inflated if a collision requiring an airbag occurs. For all other occupants, the “pad indicator light” will be illuminated indicating th...

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    Front passenger seat occupant passenger airbag disable (pad) in- dicator light airbag status empty or very small objects off* off * since the system senses weight, some small objects will turn the pad indicator light on. The ocs classifies an occupant using weight sensors mounted in the base of the ...

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    Seat is removed (or even if the seat attachment bolts are loosened or tightened in any way), take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. If there is a fault present in the ocs, the “airbag warning light” (a red light located in the center of the instrument cluster directly in front of the driver) will...

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    Along with seat belts and pretensioners, advanced front airbags work with the knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. • the occupant classification module (ocm) is lo- cated beneath the fr...

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    Airbag inflates. This especially applies to children. The side curtain airbag is only about 3 1 ⁄ 2 inches (9 cm) thick when it is inflated. The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy the sabic airbags during impacts that require airbag o...

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    Warning! Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the front passenger seat assembly or its related com- ponents may inadvertently change the airbag deploy- ment in case of a frontal crash. This could result in death or serious injury to the front seat passenger if the vehicle is involved in...

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    Throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- structions for cleaning. Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have de- ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the ai...

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

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    Airbag warning light you will want to have the airbag system ready to inflate for your protection in an impact. The airbag system is designed to be maintenance free. If any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: • the airbag warning light does not come on or ...

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    Injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle perfor- mance. In addition to crash investigations initiated by chrysler group llc, such investigations may be re- quested by customers, insurance carriers, government officials, and professional crash researchers, such as those associated with univers...

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    Data parameters that are recorded: • diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status for electronically-controlled safety systems, including the airbag system • vehicle speed • engine rpm • brake switch status • pedal position • and other parameters depending on vehicle configuration child restr...

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

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    Restraint anchorage system. Refer to “latch — child seat anchorage system (lower anchors and tether for children)”. The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit with ...

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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 infant restraint sho...

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    Latch — child seat anchorage system (lower anchors and tether for children) your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called latch. The latch system provides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securing the ...

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    Center position. If your child restraints are not latch- compatible, you can only install the child restraints using the vehicle’s seat belts. Please refer to “installing the latch-compatible child restraint system” and “in- stalling child restraints using the vehicle seat belt” for typical installa...

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

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    Warning! Improper installation of a child restraint to the latch anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. Installing child restraints using th...

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    If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may need to do something more. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secu...

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    Transporting pets airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat...

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    Safety tips transporting passengers never transport passengers in the cargo area. Warning! • it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously injured or killed. • do not allow people to r...

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    If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. Do not use the recirculation mode. The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exha...

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    Defroster check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable. Periodic safety checks you should make outside the vehicle t...

  • Page 90: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . . 94 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95...

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    䡵 voice command — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 126 ▫ voice command system operation . . . . . . . . 126 ▫ commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 ▫ voice training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 䡵 seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ headlights with wipers (available with automatic headlights only) . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 ▫ headlight time delay — if equipped . . . . . . 150 ▫ daytime running lights — if equipped . . . . 151 ▫ lights-on reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 ▫ fog lights — if equipped . . . . . . ...

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    ▫ to deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 ▫ to resume speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 ▫ to vary the speed setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 ▫ to accelerate for passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 䡵 parksense威 rear park assist — if equipped . . . 16...

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    ▫ pinch protect feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 ▫ pinch protect override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 ▫ venting sunroof — express . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 ▫ sunshade operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 ▫ wind buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Mirrors inside day/night mirror a two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of vehicl...

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    Caution! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Outside mirrors to receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and ...

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    Power mirrors the power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel. Models with express window feature press and release the mirror select button marked l (left) or r (right) and then press one of the four arrow buttons to move the mirror in the direction the arrow is pointing. The sel...

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    Heated mirrors — if equipped these mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. Refer to “rear window features” in “understanding the features of your vehicle” for further information. Illuminated vanity mirrors — if equipped an i...

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    2. Unclip the visor from the center clip. 3. Pull the sun visor toward the inside rearview mirror to extend it. Uconnect™ phone — if equipped uconnect™ phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ phone al- lows you to dial a phone number with your cellular ph...

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    It your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s uconnect™ phone. The uconnect™ phone allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to the system. Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the system at a time. The syst...

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    The uconnect™ phone is fully integrated with the vehi- cle’s audio system. The volume of the uconnect™ phone can be adjusted either from the radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right switch), if so equipped. The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the u...

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    Help command if you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to know your options at any prompt, say ⬙help⬙ following the beep. The uconnect™ phone will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help. To activate the uconnect™ phone from idle, simply press the button and follow the audi...

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    • for identification purposes, you will be prompted to give the uconnect™ phone a name for your cellular phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name. • you will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between one and seven, with one being the high...

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    • the system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call. • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say ⬙john doe,⬙ where john doe is a previ- ously stored name entry in the uconnect™ phonebook or downloade...

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    The uconnect™ phone will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. In addition, if equipped and supported by your phone, uconnect™ pho...

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    • this downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or deleted on the uconnect™ phone. These can only be edited on the cellular phone. The changes are trans- ferred and updated to uconnect™ phone on the next phone connection. Phonebook download — single entry if equipped and supported by your phone, uconne...

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    Edit uconnect™ phonebook entries note: • editing names in the phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. • automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited. • press the button to begin. • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙phonebook edit.⬙ • you ...

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    • after you enter the phonebook delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say ⬙list names ⬙ to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose. To select...

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    • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙phonebook list names.⬙ • the uconnect™ phone will play the names of all the phonebook entries, including the downloaded phone- book entries, if available. • to call one of the names in the list, press the button during the playing of the desire...

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    Call waiting that you normally hear when using your cellular phone. Press the button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call. Note: the uconnect™ phone compatible phones in the market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress. Therefore, ...

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    Three-way calling to initiate three-way calling, press the button while a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as described under ⬙making a second call while current call is in progress. ⬙ after the second call has established, press and hold the button until you hear a double beep, in...

  • Page 112

    • after the ignition key is switched to off, a call can continue on the uconnect™ phone for a certain dura- tion, after which the call is automatically transferred from the uconnect™ phone to the cellular phone. • an active call is automatically transferred to the cellular phone after the ignition k...

  • Page 113

    If the phone is not reachable and the uconnect™ phone is operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: • press the button to begin. • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙emergency⬙ and the uconnect™ phone will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency n...

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    Note: • the towing assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- 2069 for the u.S., 1-877-213-4525 for canada, 55-14- 3454 for mexico city and 1-800-712-3040 for outside mexico city in mexico). Please refer to the 24-hour ⬙towing assistance⬙ coverage det...

  • Page 115

    Your pin followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can press the button and say, ⬙3 7 4 6 # send.⬙ saying a number, or sequence of numbers, followed by ⬙send,⬙ is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu structure, and to leave a number on a pager. You can also ...

  • Page 116

    • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙setup confirmations.⬙ the uconnect™ phone will play the current confirmation prompt status and you will be given the choice to change it. Phone and network status indicators if available on the radio and/or on a premium display such as the inst...

  • Page 117

    In order to un-mute the uconnect™ phone: • press the button. • following the beep, say ⬙mute off.⬙ advanced phone connectivity transfer call to and from cellular phone the uconnect™ phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- ferred from your cellular phone to the uconnect™ phone without terminating the...

  • Page 118

    Select another cellular phone this feature allows you to select and start using another phone paired with the uconnect™ phone. • press the button to begin. • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙setup select phone⬙ and follow the prompts. • you can also press the button at any time ...

  • Page 119

    Phone voice training feature may be used. To enter this training mode, follow one of the two following proce- dures: from outside the uconnect™ phone mode (e.G., from radio mode): • press and hold the button for five seconds until the session begins, or, • press the button and say the ⬙setup, voice ...

  • Page 120

    • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • 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 throug...

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    • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather conditions, and • operation from the driver’s seat. • performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the uconnect™ phone. • echo at the phone far end can so...

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    3 understanding the features of your vehicle 121.

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    122 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    3 understanding the features of your vehicle 123.

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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 124 unders...

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

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    General information this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules and rss 210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment....

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    Note: if you do not say a command within a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of options. If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists options, press the voice command button, listen for the beep, and say your command. Pressing the voice command button while the system i...

  • Page 129

    Commands the voice command system understands two types of commands. Universal commands are available at all times. Local commands are available if the supported radio mode is active. Changing the volume 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the voice command button. 2. Say a command (e.G., “help”). 3. Us...

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    Radio fm to switch to the fm band, say “fm” or “radio fm”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: • “frequency” (to change the frequency) • “next station” (to select the next station) • “previous station” (to select the previous station) • “radio menu” (to switch to the radio menu) • “mai...

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    Memo to switch to the voice recorder mode, say “memo”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: • “new memo” (to record a new memo) — during the recording, you may press the voice command button to stop recording. You proceed by saying one of the following commands: − “save” (to save the me...

  • Page 132

    Note: keep in mind that you have to press the voice command button first and wait for the beep before speaking the “barge in” commands. Voice training for users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers the uconnect™ voice “voice training” feature may be u...

  • Page 133

    Manual front seat adjustments the manual seat adjustment bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rear- ward. Release the bar once the seat is in the position desired. Then, using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure ...

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    To recline the seatback, lean forward slightly and lift the lever. Then lean back to the position desired and release the lever. To return the seatback to its normal upright position, lean forward and lift the lever. Release the lever once the seatback is in the upright position. Warning! • adjustin...

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    Fold-flat front passenger seat — if equipped this feature allows the front passenger seatback to fold flat for extended cargo space. Some fold flat seats also have a hardback surface that you can use as a work surface when the seat is folded flat. Pull up on the lever to fold down the seatback. Powe...

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    To tilt the seat. For vehicles equipped with a passenger power seat, use this switch to move the seat forward and rearward. Caution! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is st...

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    To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint (on some models, you may need to press the push button). To lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. For comfort the active head restraints can b...

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    Note: • the head restraints should only be removed by quali- fied technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- rized dealer. • in the event of deployment of an active head re- straint, refer to “occupant restraints/resetting active head re...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not place items over the top of the active head restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable dvd players. These items may interfere with the operation of the active head restraint in the event of an accident and could result in serious injury or death. • active head re...

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    Continuous operation. At that time, the number of indi- cator lights changes from two to one, indicating the change. Operation on the low-level heating will also turn off automatically after approximately 30 minutes. Note: when a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes...

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    Note: prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to position the front seat to its mid-track position. Also, be sure that the front seats are fully upright and posi- tioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily. Warning! • it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo ar...

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    4. If desired, push down on the seatback to lock it in the folded position. To raise the rear seat note: if interference from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position. 1. If locked in the folded position, pull the rel...

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    Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. Driver memory seat — if equipped this feat...

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    1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.E., seat, side mirror and radio station presets). 3. Press and release the set button on the memory switch, then press the side of the rocker switch labeled (1) within five seconds. The electronic vehicle info...

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    Linking and unlinking the remote keyless entry transmitter to memory your remote keyless entry (rke) transmitters can be programmed to recall one of two pre-programmed memory profiles with a press of the unlock button on the rke transmitter. To program your rke transmitters, perform the follow- ing:...

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    To recall the memory settings for driver one, press memory button number 1 or the unlock button on the rke transmitter linked to memory position 1. To recall the memory setting for driver two, press memory button number 2 or the unlock button on the rke transmitter linked to memory position 2. A rec...

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    • the easy entry/easy exit feature is disabled when the driver’s seat position is less than 0.9 in (23 mm) forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no benefit to the driver by moving the seat for easy exit or easy entry. Each stored memory setting will have an associated easy entry and e...

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    Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole on the underside of the hood. Underhood safety latch hood prop rod hole location 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 147.

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    Caution! To prevent possible damage: • before closing hood, make sure the hood prop rod is fully seated into its storage retaining clips. • lower the hood to approximately 6 in (15.2 cm) above the closed position and drop the hood to latch it. • never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully clos...

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    Headlights and parking lights turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent for parking light operation. Turn the end of the lever to the second detent for headlight operation. Automatic headlights — if equipped this system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambi...

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    Headlights will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch to the lock position. To turn the automatic system off, turn the end of the multifunction lever out of the auto position. Note: the engine must be running before the head- lights will turn on in the automatic mode. Headl...

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    To activate the delay, turn the ignition switch to the lock position while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off the headlights within 45 seconds. The delay interval begins when you turn off the headlights. Only the headlights will illuminate during this time. If you turn the headlights, or pa...

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    Fog lights — if equipped to activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out on the end of the multifunction lever. Note: the front fog lights will only operate with the headlights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the front fo...

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    Light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective. Lane change assist tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. High/...

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    Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting. Map/reading lights these lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console and above the rear doors by the grab handles. Each light is turned on by pressing the lens. Press the lens a s...

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    Windshield wipers and washers the windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located at the end of the lever. For information on using the rear window wiper/ washer, refer to “rear window features” in...

  • Page 157

    Note: the wipers will automatically return to the “park” position if you turn off the ignition switch while they are operating. The wipers will resume operation when you turn the ignition switch back to the on position. Caution! • turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car ...

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    There are five delay settings, which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between cycles or from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles at vehicle speeds greater ...

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    Warning! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with defroster before and during wind- shield washer use. Mist feature push d...

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    The end of the windshield wiper/washer control lever to one of the five intermittent wiper settings to activate this feature. The sensitivity of the system is adjustable from the windshield wiper/washer control lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least sensitive and wiper delay position 5 is the mo...

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    0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside temperature rises above freezing the rain-sensing feature will then op- erate. • neutral wipe inhibit — the rain-sensing feature will not operate when the ignition is on, and the shift lever is in the neutral position, and the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h),...

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    Below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. To unlock the steering column, push the control handle downward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To lock the steering column in position, pull the control handle upward until it is fully e...

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    The electronic speed control lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel. Note: in order to ensure proper operation, the elec- tronic speed control system has been designed to shut down if multiple speed control functions are operated simultaneously. If this occurs, the electronic speed...

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    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 electronic speed control system off when you are not using it. To set a de...

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    To vary the speed setting when the electronic speed control is set, you can in- crease speed by pushing up and holding the resume accel lever. If the lever is continually held in the resume accel position, the set speed will continue to increase until the lever is released, then the new set speed wi...

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    Using electronic speed control on hills note: the electronic speed control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without electronic speed control. Vehicles e...

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    Parksense 威 will remember the last system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the run/on position. Parksense 威 can be active only when the shift lever is in reverse. If parksense 威 is enabled at this shift lever position, the system will be active...

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    Parksense 姞 display when the vehicle is in reverse, the warning display will turn on indicating the system status. Rear park assist display rear park assist on 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 167.

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    The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a 1 ⁄ 2 second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the evic display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous. Rear park assist disabled slow tone 168 und...

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    The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the evic display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning display operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: fast tone continuous tone 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 169.

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    Warning display distances display message obstacle distance from: arc’s audible signal rear corners rear center park assist on none none warning object detected 78.7 in (200 cm) 3 solid yes, 1/2 second warning object detected 39.3 in (100 cm) 3 flashing slow tone warning object detected 27.5 in (70 ...

  • Page 172

    When the parksense 威 switch is pressed to disable the system, the instrument cluster will display the “park assist disabled” mes- sage for approximately five seconds. Refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in “un- derstanding your instrument panel” for further informa- tion. When th...

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    Cleaning the parksense 姞 system clean the parksense 威 sensors with water, car wash soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not scratch or poke the sensors. Otherwise, you could dam- age the sensors. Parksense 姞 system usage precautions note: • ensure that the rear bumper is free o...

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    • clean the parksense威 sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris. Failure to do so can result in the system not working properly. The parksense 威 system might not detect an obstacle behind the fascia/bumpe...

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    Warning! • drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the parksense 威 rear park assist sys- tem. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check for pedes- trians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots before backing up. You are respons...

  • Page 176

    Door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The homelink 威 unit operates off your vehicle’s battery. The homelink 威 buttons that are located in the headliner or sun visor designate the three different homelink 威 channels. Note: homelink 威 is disabled when the vehicle secu- rity...

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    Warning! (continued) • vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dan- gerous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death. Programming homelink 姞 before you begin if you have not trained any of the homelink 威 buttons, eras...

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    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 homelink威 channel, if the garage door does not operate with homelink 威 and the ga- rage door opener was manufactured aft...

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    This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is not the button normally used to open and close the door). 6. Firmly press and release the learn or training button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. Note: you have 30...

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    Gate operator/canadian programming canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission – which may not be long enough for homelink 威 to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this canadian law, some u.S. Gate operators ...

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    2. Press and hold the desired homelink 威 button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not release the button. 3. Without releasing the button, proceed with program- ming homelink 威 step 2 and follow all remaining steps. Security it is advised to erase all channels before you...

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

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    Warning! • never leave unattended children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particu- larly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. • in an accident, the...

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    Position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “express close”. During express close operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof. Closing sunroof — manual mode to close the sunroof, press and hold the switch in the forward position. Any release of the...

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    Note: the sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. Wind buffeting wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or ...

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    Sky slider™ usage precautions note: • the system will not operate when ambient tempera- ture is at –4°f (–20°c) or lower. • the system will not operate at vehicle speeds of 86 mph (138 km/h) or above. • opening and closing the sky slider™ repeatedly with- out the engine running may run the battery d...

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    Warning! Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you: • in an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with the sky slider™ open. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passe...

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    Sky slider™ control the sky slider™ switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. Note: the sky slider™ switch will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the on or acc position. Opening the sky slider™ using automatic mode press the switch rearward and release it within o...

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    Using operator mode press the switch rearward and hold it, the sky slider™ will open from the front and move toward the rear of the vehicle. Press the switch forward and hold it, the sky slider™ will open from the rear and move toward the front of the vehicle. Note: during operation, any movement of...

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    Completely. The left motor facing forward will close the top when it is open from the rear of the vehicle. The right motor will close the top when it is open from the front of the vehicle. Anti-pinch protect feature the sky slider™ will retract automatically if it detects an obstruction while closin...

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    Available when the ignition switch is in the on or acc position. Insert the cigar lighter or accessory plug into the outlet for use to ensure proper operation. Note: • to ensure proper operation a mopar威 knob and element must be used. • do not exceed the maximum power of 160 watts (13 amps) at 12 vo...

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    Caution! • many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.E., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting. • ac...

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    Cupholders there are two cupholders for the front seat passengers, located in the center console. The rear passengers have cupholders at the rear of the center console. Front cupholders rear cupholders 192 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Storage front storage compartment the front storage compartment (located on the left side of the instrument panel) can hold cell phones, pdas, and other small items. Console storage compartment to open, press the latch and lift the cover. Front storage compartment center console 3 understanding the ...

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    The center console has a removable storage tray which can hold cell phones, pdas, and other small items. Cargo area features cargo load floor the cargo load floor system has a load capacity of 400 lbs (181 kg). The load floor has a built-in storage bin that can hold a variety of items. The underside...

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    2. Pull the loops upward and twist them one-quarter turn so that they are parallel to the slots in the storage bin cover. 3. Lift the cover upward over the loops. 4. Turn over the cover and reinstall it. Note: you can install the cover with either side facing upward. 5. With the cover seated in the ...

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    Cargo tie-down hooks and loops the tie-downs located on cargo area floor should be used to secure loads safely when the vehicle is moving. Cargo tie-down loops are located on the trim panels. Cargo tie-down hooks cargo tie-down loops 196 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Warning! • cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision, a tie-down could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers. • to help protect against personal i...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback. This could impair visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision. Retractable cargo area cover — if equipped note: the purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It wil...

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    Then, insert the spring-loaded post on the opposite end of the cover housing into the attachment point on the opposite side of the vehicle. Next, grab the cover handle and pull the cover toward you. As the cover nears the liftgate opening, guide the rear attachment posts (on both ends of the cover) ...

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

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    Rotate the switch upward to the “washer” position to activate that rear washer. The washer pump will continue to operate as long as the lever or ring is engaged. Upon release, the wipers will cycle two times before returning to the set position. If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is tu...

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    Roof luggage rack — if equipped note: roof rack and crossbars cannot be used on vehicles equipped with skyslider 威. The load carried on the roof, when equipped with a luggage rack, must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and it should be uniformly distributed over the cargo area. Crossbars should always be...

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    Caution! (continued) • travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care- fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward loads. This is especially true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo...

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    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 210 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) — if equipped . . . ....

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    ▫ list button (disc mode for mp3/wma play) . . . . . . . . . 251 ▫ info button (disc mode for mp3/wma play) . . . . . . . . . 251 䡵 media center 730n/430 (rer/ren/rbz) — am/fm stereo radio and cd/dvd/hdd/ nav — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 ▫ operating instructions — voice ...

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    ▫ info button (cd mode for mp3 play) . . . . . . 277 䡵 uconnect™ multimedia (satellite radio) — if equipped (ren/req/rer/res radios only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 ▫ system activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 ▫ electronic serial number/sirius...

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    Instrument panel features 1 — air outlet 4 — radio 7 — power outlet 2 — instrument cluster 5 — glove compartment 8 — lower switch bank 3 — storage tray 6 — climate control 9 — storage bin (if equipped) 208 understanding your instrument panel.

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    Instrument cluster 4 understanding your instrument panel 209.

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    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Fuel gauge the fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the on position. 2. Fuel door reminder this symbol indicates the side of the vehicle where the fuel cap is located. 3. Low fuel light this indicator lights when the fuel level drops to...

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    Maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the tpms low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a tpms malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The tpms malfunction indicato...

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    5. Electronic throttle control (etc) light this light informs you of a problem with the electronic throttle control (etc) system. If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed...

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    Caution! Prolonged driving with the mil on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could affect fuel economy and drivability. If the mil is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is required. Warning! A malfunctioning catalytic ...

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    Continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. 11. Electronic stability program (esp) indicator light / traction control system (tcs) indicator light if this indicator light flashes during accel...

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    14. Anti-lock brake (abs) light this light monitors the anti-lock brake system (abs). The light will turn 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 turns on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock porti...

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    (48 km/h). If these conditions are not met while attempt- ing to use the hdc feature, the hdc indicator light will flash on/off. 18. Tow/haul indicator — if equipped this light will illuminate when selecting tow/haul. The tow/haul button is lo- cated on the gearshift bezel. 19. 4wd indicator — vehic...

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    Sound will stop when the esp becomes inactive following a maneuver that caused the esp activation. Warning! If a warning light remains on the system may not be working and you will not have the benefit of esp or bas. Under certain driving conditions, where esp or bas would be beneficial, you - if yo...

  • Page 219

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

  • Page 220

    Caution! Continuous driving with the transmission tempera- ture warning light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure. Warning! In some circumstances a transmission temperature warning light, under continued operation, could cause the fluid to boil over, ...

  • Page 221

    Torque split of 42% front axle and 58% rear axle. It can redirect up to 100% of torque to the front or rear axle, if necessary. 27. Odometer/trip odometer the odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven. The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage. Refer to “trip odometer butto...

  • Page 222

    Center (evic) messages when the appropriate conditions exist. Refer to electronic vehicle information center (evic) for further information. Eco / eco-on (fuel saver indicator) — if equipped the eco-on indicator will illuminate when you are driving in a fuel efficient manner and can be used to modif...

  • Page 223

    Change oil message (base and mid line clusters only) 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 int...

  • Page 224

    Belt remains unbuckled. Refer to “occupant restraints” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” for further information. 31. Brake warning light this light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicat...

  • Page 225

    Warning! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately. Vehicles equipped with the anti-lock brake system (abs), are also equipped with el...

  • Page 226

    Dealer. Refer to “occupant restraints” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” for further informa- tion. 34. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) / compass display — if equipped on vehicles equipped with a premium cluster, this display shows the electronic vehicle information cente...

  • Page 227

    • vehicle information warning message displays • tire pressure monitor system (if equipped) • personal settings (customer-programmable features) • compass display • outside temperature display • trip computer functions • uconnect™ gps system screens (if equipped) • audio mode display the system allo...

  • Page 228

    Press the function select button to accept a selection. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) displays when the appropriate conditions exist, the evic displays the following messages. • turn signal on (with a continuous warning chime) • left front turn signal light out (with a single chime) •...

  • Page 229

    • left/right rear door ajar (one or more, with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph(1.6 km/h)) • door(s) ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in motion) • liftgate ajar (with a single chime) • left front low pressure (with a single chime). Refer to “tire pressure monitoring system” in “starting...

  • Page 230

    Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the on position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the menu button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled maintenance) perform the following procedure...

  • Page 231

    History information will be erased, and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average reading before the reset. • distance to empty (dte) shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the...

  • Page 232

    Three seconds of resetting the currently displayed func- tion (reset all will display during this three-second window). Compass display / eco (fuel saver mode) — if equipped the compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. Press and release the compass button to display one of eigh...

  • Page 233

    Note: a good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, etc. Manual compass calibration if the compass appears erratic and the “cal” indicator does not appear in the evic display, you must ...

  • Page 234

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

  • Page 235

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

  • Page 236

    Memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals (if equipped), power tilt and telescopic steering column (if equipped), and a set of desired radio station presets. When off is selected, only the memory switch on the driver’s door panel will recal...

  • Page 237

    Headlights on with wipers (available with auto headlights only) when on is selected, and the headlight switch is in the auto position, the headlights will turn on approxi- mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. If the headlights were turned on by this feature they will also turn off when ...

  • Page 238

    Your selection, press and release the function se- lect button until “off,” “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” or “10 min.” appears. Illumination approach when this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the rke transmitter. To make yo...

  • Page 239

    Media center 230 (req) — am/fm stereo radio and 6–disc cd/dvd changer (mp3/wma aux jack) note: the radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. Operating instructions - radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Power s...

  • Page 240

    To seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Scan button pressing the scan button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable stat...

  • Page 241

    3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side tune/ scroll control knob to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side tune/ scroll control knob. Press the tune/scroll control knob to save the time change. 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wai...

  • Page 242

    Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a third time and treble will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones. Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a fourth time and balance will display. Turn the tune/ scroll control knob to the r...

  • Page 243

    Program type 16-digit character display news news nostalgia nostalga oldies oldies personality persnlty public public rhythm and blues r & b religious music rel musc religious talk rel talk rock rock soft soft soft rock soft rck soft rhythm and blues soft r & b sports sports talk talk top 40 top 40 ...

  • Page 244

    • dvd enter - when the disc is in dvd menu mode, selecting dvd enter will allow you to play the current highlighted selection. Use the remote control to scroll up and down the menu (if equipped). • disc play/pause - you can toggle between playing the dvd and pausing the dvd by pushing the select but...

  • Page 245

    • set home clock - pressing the select button allows you to set the clock. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the tune/scroll control knob to adjust the minutes. Press the tune/scroll control knob again to save changes. • player defaults - selecting this it...

  • Page 246

    Audio drc — if equipped selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio dynamic range. The default is set to ⬙high,⬙ and under this setting, dialogues will play at 11 db higher than if the setting is ⬙normal.⬙ aspect ratio — if equipped selecting this item allows you to choose between wide scr...

  • Page 247

    Both am and fm. This allows a total of 12 am, 12 fm, and 12 satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in set 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Butt...

  • Page 248

    Note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Load button — loading compact disc(s) press the load button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number (1-6) where the cd is being loaded. The radio will display please wait and prompt when to insert disc. After ...

  • Page 249

    Scan button (cd mode) press the scan button to scan through each track on the cd currently playing. Time button (cd mode) press this button to change the display from a large cd playing time display to a small cd playing time display. Rw/ff (cd mode) press and hold ff (fast forward) and the cd playe...

  • Page 250

    The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • maximum number of directory levels: 8 • maximum number of files: 255 • maximum number of folders: 100 • maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a three- character extension) • level 2: 31 ...

  • Page 251

    Mpeg specifi- cation sampling frequency (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 mpeg-2 audio layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48 wma specifica- tion sampling frequency (khz) bit rate (kbps) wma 44.1 and 48...

  • Page 252

    List button (disc mode for mp3/wma play) pressing the list button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the tune/scroll control knob. Selecting a folder by pressing the tune/scroll control knob will begin playing the files contained in that...

  • Page 253

    Scan button (auxiliary mode) no function. Eject button (auxiliary mode) no function. Time button (auxiliary mode) press the time button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds. Rw/ff (auxiliary mode) no function. Set button (auxil...

  • Page 254

    Operating instructions - video entertainment system (ves)™ (if equipped) refer to separate “video entertainment system (ves)™ guide.” dolby 威 manufactured under license from dolby 威 laboratories. ⬙dolby威⬙ and the double-d symbol are trademarks of dolby 威 laboratories. Macrovision this product incorp...

  • Page 255

    Operating instructions — voice command system — if equipped for the radio, refer to “voice command” in “understand- ing the features of your vehicle”. Operating instructions — uconnect™ phone — if equipped refer to “uconnect™ phone” in “understanding the features of your vehicle”. Clock setting proc...

  • Page 256

    2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in the box next to the words “daylight savings.” touch the screen where the words “daylight savings” are dis- played to change the current setting. ...

  • Page 257

    Satellite clock is greenwich mean time (gmt). This is the worldwide standard for time. This makes the system’s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone and daylight savings information is set. To manually set the clock — rer/ren 1. Turn on the radio. 2. Touch the screen where the time is d...

  • Page 258

    Show time if radio is off when selected, this feature will display the time of day on the touch screen when the radio is turned off. Proceed as follows to change the current setting: 1. Turn on the radio. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. 3. Touch the screen where “user clock” is disp...

  • Page 259

    Media center 130 (res) — am/fm stereo radio with cd player (mp3 aux jack) note: the radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. Operating instructions — radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Power switch/volume co...

  • Page 260

    Seek buttons press and release the seek buttons to search for the next listenable station in am/fm mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations wit...

  • Page 261

    Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a second time and mid will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones. Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a third time and treble will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the rig...

  • Page 262

    You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: press the set/rnd button twice and set 2 will show in the 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 and 12 fm stations to be stored i...

  • Page 263

    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 track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. Caution! • this cd player will ac...

  • Page 264

    The current selection. Pressing and holding the seek button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in cd and mp3 modes. Time button press this button to change the display from a large cd playing time display to a small cd playing time display. Rw/ff press and hold the ff (fast forward) butt...

  • Page 265

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

  • Page 266

    When using the mp3 encoder to compress audio data to an mp3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (vbr) are also supported. The majority of mp3 files use a 44.1 khz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or vbr bit rate. Mpeg...

  • Page 267

    To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended to use cd-r media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the “disc at once” option before writing to the disc. Operation instructions - auxiliary mode the auxiliary (aux) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the...

  • Page 268

    Operating instructions — radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Power switch/volume control (rotary) push the on/volume control knob to turn on the radio. Push the on/volume control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic volume cont...

  • Page 269

    Voice command system (radio) — if equipped refer to “voice command” in “understanding the fea- tures if your vehicle”. Voice command button uconnect™ phone — if equipped press this button to operate the uconnect™ phone feature (if equipped). Refer to “uconnect™ phone” in “under- standing the feature...

  • Page 270

    5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. The clock can also be set by pressing the setup button. For vehicles equipped with satellite radio, press the setup button, use the tune/scroll control to select set clock, and then follow the above procedure, starting at step 2. For vehicles n...

  • Page 271

    Scroll control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers. Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a fifth time and fade will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers. ...

  • Page 272

    Program type 16-digit character display public public rhythm and blues r & b religious music rel musc religious talk rel talk rock rock soft soft soft rock soft rck soft rhythm and blues soft r&b sports sports talk talk top 40 top 40 weather weather by pressing the seek button when the music type ic...

  • Page 273

    Am/fm button press the button to select either am or fm mode. Set/rnd button — to set the pushbutton memory when you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the set/rnd button. The symbol set 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1–6) you wish ...

  • Page 274

    • this radio is capable of playing compact discs (cd), recordable compact discs (cd-r), rewritable compact discs (cd-rw), compact discs with mp3 tracks and multisession compact discs with cd and mp3 tracks. Inserting compact disc(s) gently insert one cd into the cd player with the cd label facing up...

  • Page 275

    If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the cd is not removed, the radio will reinsert the cd but will not play it. A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition off. Note: ejecting with the ignition off is not allowed on convertible or soft-...

  • Page 276

    Notes on playing mp3 files the radio can play mp3 files; however, acceptable mp3 file recording media and formats are limited. When writing mp3 files, pay attention to the following restric- tions. Supported media (disc types) the mp3 file recording media supported by the radio are cdda, cd-r, cd-rw...

  • Page 277

    Discs created with an option such as ⬙keep disc open after writing ⬙ are most likely multisession discs. The use of multisession for cd audio or mp3 playback may result in longer disc loading times. Supported mp3 file formats the radio will recognize only files with the *.Mp3 exten- sion as mp3 file...

  • Page 278

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

  • Page 279

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

  • Page 280

    Sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- dren, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios. Note: sirius service is not available in hawaii and has limited coverage in alaska. System activation sirius satellite radio service is pre-activated, and you may begin listening immed...

  • Page 281

    Esn/sid access with ren/rer radios while in sat mode, press the menu button on the radio faceplate. Next, touch the subscription tab on the touch screen. All the esns that apply to your vehicle will display. Selecting uconnect™ multimedia (satellite) mode press the sat button until ⬙sat⬙ appears in ...

  • Page 282

    Seek buttons press and release the seek buttons to search for the next channel in satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass channels without st...

  • Page 283

    Toggle the music type button again to select the music type. By pressing the seek button when the music type function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next channel with the same selected music type name. If a preset button is activated while in the music type (program type) mode, the music ...

  • Page 284

    Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 these buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 satellite stations). Operating instructions - uconnect™ phone (if equipped) refer to “uconnect™ phone” in “understanding...

  • Page 285

    • press the button in the center of the switch to change modes (i.E., am, fm, etc.). Left-hand switch functions for radio operation • press the top of the switch to seek the next listenable station up from the current setting. • press the bottom of the switch to seek the next listenable station down...

  • Page 286

    4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, or anti-static sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high. Note: if you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar d...

  • Page 287

    Manual heating and air conditioning the manual temperature controls consist of a series of outer rotary dials and inner push knobs. Blower control rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control...

  • Page 288

    Note: if your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the a/c con- denser located in front of the radiator for an accumula- tion of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric front fascia protectors m...

  • Page 289

    Floor air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets. Mix air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demist outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshiel...

  • Page 290

    Because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Select the outside air position for maximum defogging. • the a/c will engage automatically to prevent fogging when the recirculation button is pressed and the mode control is set to panel or panel / floor. • the a/c can be deselected manually without d...

  • Page 291

    Automatic temperature control (atc) — if equipped automatic operation the automatic temperature control system automati- cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger. Operation of the system is quite simple. 1. Turn the mode contro...

  • Page 292

    The desired comfort level require air conditioning, the system will automatically make the adjustment. You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting the “o” (off) position on the blower control stops the system completely and closes th...

  • Page 293

    Blower control for full automatic operation or for automatic blower operation turn the knob to auto position. In manual mode there are seven blower speeds that can be individual selected. In off position the blower will shut off. Manual operation this system offers a full complement of manual overri...

  • Page 294

    4 understanding your instrument panel 293.

  • Page 295

    The operator can override the auto mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the mode control knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. • panel air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow. Note: the center in...

  • Page 296

    • air conditioner control press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation only. When the air conditioning is turned on, cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets selected with the mode control dial. Press this but- ton a second time to turn off the air conditionin...

  • Page 297

    Visibility. For this reason, the system will not allow recirculation to be selected while in floor, defrost, or defrost/floor mode. Attempting to use the recircula- tion while in these modes will cause the led in the control button to blink and then turn off. • most of the time, when in automatic op...

  • Page 298

    Winter operation use of the air recirculation mode during winter months is not recommended because it may cause window fogging. Vacation storage anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.E., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five mi...

  • Page 299

    Outside air intake make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. In winter months, make sure the air intake is clear...

  • Page 300

    Control setting suggestions for various weather conditions 4 understanding your instrument panel 299.

  • Page 302: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 ▫ normal starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 ▫ extreme cold weather (below –20°f or –29°c) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 ▫ if engine fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 303

    䡵 on-road driving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 䡵 off-road driving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 ▫ when to use 4wd low range . . . . . . . . . . 327 ▫ driving through water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 ▫ driving in snow, mud and sand . . . . . . . . . 329 ▫ hill ...

  • Page 304

    ▫ tire identification number (tin) . . . . . . . . . 355 ▫ tire terminology and definitions . . . . . . . . . 356 ▫ tire loading and tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . 357 䡵 tires — general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 ▫ tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 ▫ t...

  • Page 305

    ▫ carbon monoxide warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 䡵 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 ▫ fuel filler cap (gas cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . 387 䡵 vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 306

    Starting procedures before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Warning! Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. Start the engine with the...

  • Page 307

    Extreme cold weather (below –20°f or –29°c) to ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- able from your authorized dealer) is recommended. If engine fails to start warning! • never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the t...

  • Page 308

    With tip start if the engine fails to start after you have followed the “normal starting” or “extreme cold weather” proce- dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. Then, turn the ignition switch to the start position and re...

  • Page 309

    Warning! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 volt ac electrical cord could cause electrocution. Use the heater when temperatures below 0 °f (-18 °c) are expected to last for several days. Automatic transmission caution! Damage to the transmission may occur if the fo...

  • Page 310

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

  • Page 311

    3. Using a flat blade screwdriver, carefully remove the shift lock manual override cover which is located on the prndl bezel. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5. Using the screwdriver, reach into the manual override opening. Press and hold the shift lock lever down. 6. Move th...

  • Page 312

    Four–speed automatic transmission note: under extreme cold temperatures (-6°f (-21°c) and when in drive, transmission operation may be briefly limited to only second gear operation. Normal operation will resume once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level. Shifting from drive to p...

  • Page 313

    The parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. Always apply the parking brake first, then place the shift lever in the park position. Warning! • never use the park position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle mov...

  • Page 314

    2 (second) this range is used for moderate grades and to assist braking on dry pavement or in mud and snow. Begins at a stop in low gear with automatic upshift into second gear. Will not shift into third gear. 1 (first) this range is used for hard pulling at low speeds in mud, sand, snow, or on stee...

  • Page 315

    Note: tow/haul mode locks out overdrive. The “tow/haul indicator light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicate when the switch has been activated. Pressing the switch a second time restores normal operation. If the tow/haul mode is desired, the switch must be pressed each time the eng...

  • Page 316

    If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will return to normal operation. If the problem persists, park, reverse, and neutral will continue to oper- ate. Only second gear range will operate in the drive position. Have the transmission checked at your autho- rized dealer as soon as poss...

  • Page 317

    Position locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft together and forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Use the transfer case neutral position for recreational towing only. Refer to “recreational towing” in “starting and operating” for further information. Caution! • do no...

  • Page 318

    Warning! • you or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the neutral position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case neutral position disengages both the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft from the powertrain and it will all...

  • Page 319

    Shift positions the transfer case switch is located on the center console next to the shift lever. 2wd rear wheel drive high range - this range is used for normal street and highway driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. 4wd lock four-wheel drive high range - this range locks the front driveshaft and r...

  • Page 320

    Transfer case position indicator lights the four-wheel drive indicator lights (4wd and 4 low) are located in the instrument cluster. The neutral indicator light is located on the transfer case switch. If there is no indicator light on or flashing, the transfer case position is two-wheel drive (2wd)....

  • Page 321

    Engine either off or running. This shift cannot be completed if the ignition switch is in the acc position. Note: the four-wheel drive system will not allow shifts between 2wd and 4wd lock if the rear wheels are spinning (no traction). In this situation, the selected position indicator light will fl...

  • Page 322

    2. With the ignition switch in the on position, and the engine off or running, shift the transmission into neutral. 3. Move the transfer case switch to the desired position. 4. After the desired position indicator light is on (not flashing), shift the transmission into gear. Note: steps 1 and 2 in t...

  • Page 323

    For added capability when traversing steep grades, rough terrain, or extremely poor traction surfaces, select the transfer case 4wd low position. This position locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft together and forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed while multiplying e...

  • Page 324

    Warning! • you or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the neutral position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case neutral position disengages both the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft from the powertrain and it will all...

  • Page 325

    Shift positions the transfer case switch is located on the center console next to the shift lever. 2wd rear wheel drive high range - this range is for normal street and highway driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. 4wd auto four-wheel drive auto high range – this active on- demand range makes availabl...

  • Page 326

    N neutral - this range disengages both the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle. Refer to “recreational towing” in “starting and operating” for further information. Transfer case position indicator lights the four-wheel drive ind...

  • Page 327

    Vehicle stopped or in motion. If the vehicle is stopped, the ignition switch must be in the on position with the engine either off or running. This shift cannot be completed if the ignition switch is in the acc position. 2wd or 4wd auto to 4wd low when shifting into or out of 4wd low, some gear nois...

  • Page 328

    Process, then the indicator light will flash, and the current transfer case position will be maintained. To retry a shift, move the transfer case switch back to the original position, make certain all shift requirements have been met, wait five seconds, and try the shift again. The ignition switch m...

  • Page 329

    Driving through water although your vehicle is capable of driving through water, there are a number of precautions that must be considered before entering the water: caution! When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h). Always check water depth before entering as a precaution, and check...

  • Page 330

    Maintenance after driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle fluids and lubricants (engine, transmission, axle, transfer case) to assure they have not been contaminated. Con- taminated fluids and lubricants (milky, foamy in appear- ance) should be flushed/changed as soon as possible to prevent...

  • Page 331

    Warning! If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never attempt to turn around. To do so may result in tipping and rolling the vehicle. Always back straight down a hill in reverse gear carefully. Never back down a hill in neutral using only the ...

  • Page 332

    • completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle. Check tires, body structure, steering, suspension, and exhaust system for damage. • check threaded fasteners for looseness, particularly on the chassis, drivetrain components, steering, and sus- pension. Retighten them, if required, and torque to t...

  • Page 333

    If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers. Note: • increased noise levels at the end of ...

  • Page 334

    Power steering fluid check checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an aut...

  • Page 335

    The parking brake lever is located in the center console. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever completely. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switc...

  • Page 336

    Make it difficult to move the shift lever out of park. The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. Warning! • never use the park position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movemen...

  • Page 337

    Anti-lock brake system the anti-lock brake system (abs) is designed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure, to prevent wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. A...

  • Page 338

    Warning! (continued) • the abs cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • the abs cannot prevent accidents, including t...

  • Page 339

    • engines may idle at higher speeds during warm-up, which could cause rear wheels to spin and result in loss of vehicle control. Be especially careful while driving on slippery roads, in close-quarter maneuver- ing, parking, or stopping. • do not drive too fast for road conditions, especially when r...

  • Page 340

    Warning! The anti-lock brake system (abs) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the ve- hicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. Abs cannot prevent acci- dents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slipper...

  • Page 341

    Benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- ing pressure during the stopping sequence, (do not “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the bas is deactivated. Warning! The brake assist system (bas) canno...

  • Page 342

    Warning! Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- tions, and driving conditions, influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur. Electronic roll mitigation (erm) cannot prevent all wheel lift or rollovers, especially those that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects or...

  • Page 343

    Warning! (continued) • failure to follow these warnings can result in an accident or serious personal injury. Hill start assist (hsa) the hsa system is designed to help the driver accelerate the vehicle from a complete stop while on an incline. If the driver releases the brake while stopped on an in...

  • Page 344

    Warning! There may be situations where the hill start assist (hsa) will not activate and slight rolling may occur, such as on minor hills (i.E., less than 7%), or with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer. Hsa is not a substitute for active driving involvement. It is always the driver’s resp...

  • Page 345

    Disabling and enabling hsa this feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: for vehicles equipped with the electronic vehicle infor- mation center (evic), refer to “hill start assist,” under ⬙personal settings (customer programmable features),” under “e...

  • Page 346

    Hill descent control (hdc) – if equipped hdc is only intended for low speed off-road driving. Hdc maintains vehicle speed while descending hills in off-road driving conditions by applying the brakes when necessary. When enabled, hdc senses the terrain and activates when the vehicle is descending a h...

  • Page 347

    The “hill descent” button is located in the lower switch bank below the climate control. Enabling hdc 1. Shift the transfer case into 4wd low range. Refer to “four-wheel drive operation” in “starting and operat- ing” for further information. 2. Press the “hill descent” button. The “hill descent cont...

  • Page 348

    The esp uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match the intended path, the esp applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the condition...

  • Page 349

    Depending upon model and mode of operation, the esp system has up to three operating modes: “esp on” “partial off,” and “full off.” esp on — two-wheel drive vehicles and four-wheel drive vehicles in 2wd and 4wd high range this is the normal operating mode for esp when operat- ing a two-wheel drive v...

  • Page 350

    Note: to improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or when starting off in deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “partial off” mode by momentarily pressing the “esp off” button. Once the situation requiring “partial off” mode is overcome, turn esp back ...

  • Page 351

    In this mode, esp and tcs are turned off (except for the “limited slip” feature described in the tcs section) until the vehicle reaches a speed of 40 mph (64 km/k). At speeds over 40 mph (64 km/k), the system automatically switches to “partial off” mode, described above. When the vehicle speed retur...

  • Page 352

    On position. They should both turn off with the engine running. If the “esp/bas malfunction indicator light” turns on continuously with the engine running, a mal- function has been detected in either the esp or the bas system, or both. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the ...

  • Page 353

    Note: • p (passenger) - metric tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards. P-metric tires have the letter “p” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: p215/65r15 95h. • european-metric tire sizing is based on european design standards. Tires designed to this standard ha...

  • Page 354

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

  • Page 355

    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 corres...

  • Page 356

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

  • Page 357

    Tire terminology and definitions term definition b-pillar the vehicle b-pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold tire pressure cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after ...

  • Page 358

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side b-pillar. Tire and loading information placard tire placard location tire and loading information placard 5 starting and operating 357.

  • Page 359

    This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading the vehicle maximum load on the ...

  • Page 360

    3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- sengers from xxx lbs or xxx kg. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “xxx” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the ...

  • Page 361

    360 starting and operating.

  • Page 362

    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 363

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

  • Page 364

    Caution! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage it. Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure. Cold tire inflation pressure...

  • Page 365

    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 366

    Warning! Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only. With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spare tires have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the w...

  • Page 367

    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 in (2 mm). When the tread is wo...

  • Page 368

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

  • Page 369

    Warning! • do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus- pension dimensions and performance characteris- tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can caus...

  • Page 370

    Caution! To avoid damage to your vehicle, tires, or chains, observe the following precautions: • do not use tire chains on vehicles equipped with tires other than p225/75r16 or smaller tires. There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body damage to your veh...

  • Page 371

    These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- ing link and cable (radial) chains. Tire rotation recommendations tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, handling, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at uneq...

  • Page 372

    Caution! Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles de- pends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case. Tire rotation schedule should be followed to balance tire wear. Refer to “maintenance schedule” for the pr...

  • Page 373

    The tpms will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended cold placard pressure. Once the low tire pressure warn- ing (tire pressure monitoring telltale light) illuminates, you must inc...

  • Page 374

    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 operation or sensor damage may result when us- ing replacement equipment that is not of the same size, t...

  • Page 375

    • seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, and the tpms will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire. Base system the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each w...

  • Page 376

    Vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the tpms to receive this information. Check tpms warning when a system fault is detected, the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. The system fau...

  • Page 377

    Vehicles with compact spare 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the tpms will not monitor the 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 limi...

  • Page 378

    • three 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) • tire pressure monitoring telltale light the matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if equipped) has a ...

  • Page 379

    Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with low pressure (those flashing in the evic graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value. Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will automatically update, the graphic display...

  • Page 380

    If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer exists, the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” will no longer flash, and the ⬙check tpm system ⬙ message will no longer display, and a pressure value will display i...

  • Page 381

    Value. The evic will also display a “spare low pressure” message to remind you to service the flat tire. Vehicles with compact spare 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the tpms will not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire. 2. If you insta...

  • Page 382

    Vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the tpms to receive this information. 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 ...

  • Page 383

    Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the world- wide fuel charter, wwfc) which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recom- mends the use of gasoline ...

  • Page 384

    E-85 usage in non-flex fuel vehicles non-ffv vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- ing 10% ethanol (e10). Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle’s warranty. If a non-ffv vehicle is inadvertently fueled with e-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: • ...

  • Page 385

    Mmt can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the united states. Mmt is prohibited in federal and california reformulated gasoline. Materials added to fuel all gasoline sold in the united states is required to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents or other addi...

  • Page 386

    Note: intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Carbon monoxide warnings warning! Carbon monoxide (co) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. (continued) warning! (continued) ...

  • Page 387

    Adding fuel fuel filler cap (gas cap) the gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap has been designed for use with this vehicle. Caution! • damage to the fuel system or emission control system c...

  • Page 388

    Warning! • never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula- tions and will cause the mil to turn on. • a fire may result if gasoline is ...

  • Page 389

    Vehicle loading certification label as required by national highway traffic safety admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or b-pillar. This label contains the month and year of manufacture, gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), gross axle...

  • Page 390

    Components, sometimes specified by purchasers for in- creased durability, does not necessarily increase the ve- hicle’s gvwr. Tire size the tire size on the label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size. Rim size this is...

  • Page 391

    Heavier items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving. Improper weight distributions can have an adverse affect on the way your vehicle steers and handles, and the way the brakes operate. Caution! Do not load your vehicle any heavier ...

  • Page 392

    Gross trailer weight (gtw) the gtw is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables, and equipment (permanent or tem- porary) loaded in or on the trailer in its ⬙loaded and ready for operation ⬙ condition. The recommended way to measure gtw is to put your fully loaded trailer o...

  • Page 393

    Tongue weight (tw) the tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases, it should not be less than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load. You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle. Frontal area the frontal area is the maximum height and...

  • Page 394

    Warning! • an improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability, brak- ing performance, and could result in an accident. • weight distributing systems may not be compat- ible with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable ...

  • Page 395

    With weight distributing hitch (correct) improper adjustment of weight- distributing hitch (incorrect) 394 starting and operating.

  • Page 396

    Trailer hitch classification your vehicle is capable of towing trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the standard equipment. Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional trailer tow prep pack...

  • Page 397

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) the following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ transmission model frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) tongue wt. (see note) 3.7l/automatic 4x2 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907...

  • Page 398

    Engine/ transmission model frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) tongue wt. (see note) 3.7l/automatic w/trailer tow package 4x2 64 sq ft (5.94 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg) 3.7l/automatic w/trailer tow package 4x4 64 sq ft (5.94 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg) refer to ...

  • Page 399

    Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. 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 ...

  • Page 400

    Caution! (continued) • then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. Warning! Improper towing can lead to an injury acci...

  • Page 401

    Warning! (continued) • vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle transmission in park. Always, block or ⴖchockⴖ the trailer wheels. • gcwr must not be exceeded. • total weight must be distributed between the ...

  • Page 402

    − when replacing tires, refer to “tires – general infor- mation” in “starting and operating” for information on replacement tires and for the proper tire replace- ment procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s gvwr and gawr limits. Towing requir...

  • Page 403

    Warning! • do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident. • towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance. When towing you should allow f...

  • Page 404

    Four-pin connector 1 — female pins 4 — park 2 — male pin 5 — left stop/turn 3 — ground 6 — right stop/turn seven-pin connector 1 — battery 5 — ground 2 — backup lamps 6 — left stop/turn 3 — right stop/turn 7 — running lamps 4 — electric brakes 5 starting and operating 403.

  • Page 405

    Towing tips before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Automatic transmission the “d” range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, you will want to activate the tow/haul...

  • Page 406

    Cooling system to reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: − city driving when stopped for short periods of time, shift the trans- mission into neutral and increase engine idle speed. − highway driving reduce speed. − air conditioning turn off temporari...

  • Page 407

    The parking brake must be firmly engaged and the wheels chocked during driveshaft removal and installa- tion. The parking brake must remain engaged unless the vehicle is securely and properly connected to the tow vehicle, or the driveshaft is completely reinstalled. See your authorized dealer for pr...

  • Page 408

    Warning! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the neutral position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case neutral position disengages both the front driveshaft and rear drive- shaft from the powertrain and it will all...

  • Page 409

    13. Turn the ignition switch to the unlocked off posi- tion. 14. Shift the transmission into park. 15. Attach the vehicle to a tow vehicle with a tow bar. 16. Release the parking brake. Note: steps 1 through 5 are requirements for shifting the transfer case. If these requirements are not met prior t...

  • Page 410

    3. Turn the ignition switch to the on position, but do not start the engine. 4. Press the brake pedal. 5. Shift the transmission into neutral. 6. Use the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object to press the recessed transfer case neutral button. Re- lease the neutral button after the neutral indi...

  • Page 412: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 䡵 jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413 ▫ jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414 ▫ spare tire ...

  • Page 413

    Hazard warning flasher the hazard warning flasher switch is located in the switch bank below the climate controls. Press the switch to turn on the hazard warning flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency. Press ...

  • Page 414

    Note: there are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition: • if your air conditioner (a/c) is on, turn it off. The a/c system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the a/c off can help remove this heat. • you can also turn the temperature control to maximum he...

  • Page 415

    Jack location the scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located in the cargo compartment behind a trim cover on the left rear trim panel. The latch is located at the bottom of the trim cover. Spare tire stowage the spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the vehicle and is held in place ...

  • Page 416

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

  • Page 417

    3. Place the shift lever into park (automatic transmis- sion) or reverse (manual transmission). 4. Turn the ignition to the lock position. 5. Turn on the hazard warning flasher. 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jack- ing position. For example, if changing the ...

  • Page 418

    Warning! (continued) • do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. • only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. • if working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful of motor tr...

  • Page 419

    4. Locate the jack as shown. For the front tires, place it (rearward) of the notch on the body weld seam behind wheel to be changed. For the rear tires, place it under the axle by the wheel to be changed. Position the jack handle on the jack. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is f...

  • Page 420

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

  • Page 421

    Jump-starting procedures if your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section caref...

  • Page 422

    Warning! • take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be s...

  • Page 423

    3. If using a another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is off. Warning! Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result. Jump-sta...

  • Page 424

    Warning! Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury. 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then st...

  • Page 425

    Towing a disabled vehicle two-wheel drive vehicles if the rear wheels are on the ground (whether front wheels are raised or not), the vehicle may be towed with the transmission in neutral, if the speed does not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h) and the distance does not exceed 15 miles (25 km). If the vehicle...

  • Page 426: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 3.7l . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427 䡵 onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . . . . . . 428 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . 428 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 427

    ▫ cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 442 ▫ brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 448 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 449 ▫ transfer case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 450 ▫ front/rear axle fluid . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 428

    Engine compartment — 3.7l 1 — air cleaner filter 6 — washer fluid reservoir 2 — engine oil dipstick 7 — engine coolant reservoir 3 — brake fluid reservoir 8 — engine oil fill 4 — integrated power module 9 — coolant pressure cap 5 — battery 7 maintaining your vehicle 427.

  • Page 429

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

  • Page 430

    “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in “un- derstanding your instrument panel” for further informa- tion. Tighten the gas cap until a ⬙clicking⬙ sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tight- ened. Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off. If the ...

  • Page 431

    2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start this test over. 3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the on position, you will see the mil symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen: a. The mil will flash for a...

  • Page 432

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

  • Page 433

    Caution! (continued) • your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these components as the chemicals can damage your engine, transmission, power steering or ...

  • Page 434

    Note: under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, whichever occurs first. Engine oil selection for best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom- mends engine oils that are api certified an...

  • Page 435

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

  • Page 436

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

  • Page 437

    Warning! (continued) • battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Caution! • it is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the ...

  • Page 438

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

  • Page 439

    Tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as mopar 威 spray white lube or equivalent, to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be wip...

  • Page 440

    Present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its function. Adding washer fluid the windshield and rear window washers share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the...

  • Page 441

    Have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the exhaust system each tim...

  • Page 442

    Caution! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor- mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Contin- ued operation of your veh...

  • Page 443

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

  • Page 444

    Spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the a/c condenser (if equipped) or the back of the radiator core. Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the en...

  • Page 445

    Caution! • mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified hoat engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corro- sion protection. If a non-hoat engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it should be replaced with the...

  • Page 446

    When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): • the manufacturer recommends using mopar威 anti- freeze/coolant 5 year/100,000 mile formula hoat (hybrid organic additive technology) or equivalent. • mix a minimum solution of 50% hoat engine coolant (antifreeze) and distilled water. Use higher concentra- ti...

  • Page 447

    Warning! • the warning words “do not open hot” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- caution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. To p...

  • Page 448

    The engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points to remember note: when the vehicle is stopped ...

  • Page 449

    • do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install only the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions. Brake system in order to assure brake system performan...

  • Page 450

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

  • Page 451

    Caution! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than that recommended by the manufacturer will result in more frequent fluid and filter change...

  • Page 452

    Adding fluid fluid should be added only to fill hole until fluid begins to run out of the hole. Draining fluid first remove the fill plug (1), then the drain plug (2). Recommended tightening torque for the drain and fill plugs is 15–25 ft lbs (20–34 n·m). Caution! Do not over-tighten the plugs. You ...

  • Page 453

    Frequency of fluid change under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless the fluid becomes contaminated with water. Change the fluid immediately if contaminated with water. F...

  • Page 454

    Caution! Avoid pointing a high-pressure hand held spray wand directly at the sides of the top, as this can damage the seal and force water past the weather strips. General cleaning careful vacuuming of the top before washing is helpful in removing dust and other foreign particles. If hand washing: •...

  • Page 455

    Caution! Never use an abrasive type cleaner or bleaches. Cleaners should not contain silicones, organic sol- vents, petroleum distillates, or plasticizers. Always wait until the top is thoroughly dry before opening it. Additional cleaning procedure for additional cleaning assistance in removing stub...

  • Page 456

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

  • Page 457

    • use a high quality cleaner wax, such as mopar威 cleaner wax or equivalent, to remove road film, stains, and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. • avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish. Caution! • do ...

  • Page 458

    • if you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., assure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. • if a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel. • use mopar威 touch up paint or equivalent on scratches or chips as...

  • Page 459

    • for grease stains, apply mopar威 multi-purpose cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. • do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on stain repel products. Interior care instrument panel cover the instru...

  • Page 460

    Leather upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition. 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 ...

  • Page 461

    Cleaning plastic instrument cluster lenses the lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol con...

  • Page 462

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description j1 — — — j2 30 amp pink — transfer case module – if equipped cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description j3 30 amp pink — rear door modules j4 25 amp natural — driver door node j5 25 amp natural — passenger door node j6 40 amp green — anti-lock brake sys...

  • Page 463

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description j10 30 amp pink — headlamp wash relay – if equipped/ man tuning valve – if equipped j11 30 amp pink — sway bar – if equipped/thatchm lk-ulk – if equipped/pwr sld dr mod – if equipped j13 60 amp yellow — ignition off draw (iod) j14 40 amp green — ebl (rear...

  • Page 464

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description m2 — 20 amp yellow trailer lighting – if equipped m3 — 20 amp yellow frt/rr axle lockers – if equipped m4 — 10 amp red trailer tow – if equipped m5 — 25 amp natural power inverter – if equipped m6 — 20 amp yellow power outlet #1 (cigar lighter)/rain senso...

  • Page 465

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description m13 — 20 amp yellow cabin compartment node (ccn)/wireless control module (wcm)/ multifunction control switch m14 — 20 amp yellow trailer tow (bux) – if equipped cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description m15 — 20 amp yellow multifunction control switch/...

  • Page 466

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description m17 — 15 amp blue exterior lighting – left front park and side marker, left tail and running, license lights m18 — 15 amp blue exterior lighting – right front park and side marker, right tail and running lights m19 — 25 amp natural auto shut down (asd) #1...

  • Page 467

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description m25 — 20 amp yellow fuel pump m26 — 10 amp red power mirror switch/ driver window switch m27 — 10 amp red ignition switch/ wireless control module (wcm)/ steering column lock – if equipped m28 — 10 amp red powertrain control module (pcm) m29 — 10 amp red ...

  • Page 468

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description m37 — 10 amp red anti-lock brake sys- tem (abs)/electronic stability program (esp) module/stop light switch m38 — 25 amp natural door and liftgate lock/unlock motors caution! • when installing the integrated power module cover, it is important to ensure t...

  • Page 469

    Light bulbs – exterior bulb no. Headlamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9008 h13 front park/turn signal lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3757ak front side marker lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 back-up lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157k center h...

  • Page 470

    Front turn signal and front side marker lamp 1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the right to access the left front turn signal or side marker. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left to access the right front turn signal or side marker. 2. Remove three push-pins from the wheel-well li...

  • Page 471

    5. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the into the fog lamp housing, and rotate the connector clockwise to lock it in place. 6. Close the hood. Rear tail/stop, turn signal, and back-up lamp 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the screws that fasten the taillamp housing to the vehicle. 3. Pull the...

  • Page 472

    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 19.5 gallons 73.8 liters engine oil with filter 3.7 liter engine (sae 5w-20, api certified) 5 quarts 4.7 liters cooling system * 3.7 liter engine (mopar 威 antifreeze/engine coolant 5 year/100,000 mile formula or equivalent) 14 quarts 13.3 liters * incl...

  • Page 473

    Fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine coolant mopar 威 antifreeze/coolant 5 year/100,000 mile formula hoat (hy- brid organic additive technology) or equivalent. Engine oil use api certified sae 5w-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of chr...

  • Page 474

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part automatic transmission mopar 威 atf+4威 automatic transmission fluid or equivalent licensed atf+4 威 product. Transfer case mopar 威 atf+4威 automatic transmission fluid or equivalent licensed atf+4 威 product. Front axle sae 80w-90 multi-purpose type, g...

  • Page 476: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 emissions control system maintenance . . . . . . 476 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 476 ▫ required maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . . 478 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 477

    Emissions control system maintenance the scheduled maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emissions control system. These and all other maintenance services in- cluded in this manual, should be done t...

  • Page 478

    Note: • the oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil if it has been six 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...

  • Page 479

    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 the coolant reservoir and brake master cylinder, and add as needed. • check all lights and other electrical items for correct ope...

  • Page 480

    6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature authorized chrysler dealer 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine...

  • Page 481

    18,000 miles (30,000 km) or 18 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ inspect the front and rear axle fluid; change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. Odometer reading date repair order # d...

  • Page 482

    30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 30 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ replace the spark plugs (3.7l engine). ❏ adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. ❏ inspect the t...

  • Page 483

    42,000 miles (70,000 km) or 42 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature authorized chrysler dealer 48,000 miles (80,000 km) or 48 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engi...

  • Page 484

    54,000 miles (90,000 km) or 54 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ inspect the front and rear axle fluid; change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. Odometer reading date repair order # d...

  • Page 485

    60,000 miles (100,000 km) or 60 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ replace the ignition cables (3.7l engine). ❏ replace the spark plugs (3.7l engine). ❏ inspect the brake linings; replace if ne...

  • Page 486

    66,000 miles (110,000 km) or 66 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature authorized chrysler dealer 72,000 miles (120,000 km) or 72 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the en...

  • Page 487

    78,000 miles (130,000 km) or 78 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature authorized chrysler dealer 84,000 miles (140,000 km) or 84 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the en...

  • Page 488

    90,000 miles (150,000 km) or 90 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ inspect and replace pcv valve if necessary. † ❏ replace the spark plugs (3.7l engine). ❏ adjust parking brake on vehicles equi...

  • Page 489

    96,000 miles (160,000 km) or 96 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ inspect the brake linings;...

  • Page 490

    108,000 miles (180,000 km) or 108 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ inspect the brake lining...

  • Page 491

    120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 120 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ replace the ignition cables (3.7l engine). ❏ replace the spark plugs (3.7l engine). ❏ inspect the brake linings; replace if ...

  • Page 492

    126,000 miles (210,000 km) or 126 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ inspect the front and rear axle fluid; change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. Odometer reading date repair order ...

  • Page 493

    138,000 miles (230,000 km) or 138 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature authorized chrysler dealer 144,000 miles (240,000 km) or 144 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change th...

  • Page 494

    150,000 miles (250,000 km) or 150 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ replace the spark plugs (3.7l engine). ❏ adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. ❏ inspect th...

  • Page 495

    † this maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. Warning! • you can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about...

  • Page 496: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 497 ▫ prepare for the appointment . . . . . . . . . . . 497 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 497 ▫ be reasonable with r...

  • Page 497

    䡵 department of transportation uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 502 ▫ treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 503 ▫ traction grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 503 ▫ temperature grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50...

  • Page 498

    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 499

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

  • Page 500

    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 501

    Has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns. Warning! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certa...

  • Page 502

    If nhtsa receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, nhtsa cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, and the manufacturer. T...

  • Page 503

    Vehicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, and charts. • diagnostic procedure manuals diagnostic procedure manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- cal manuals make it easy for students and techn...

  • Page 504

    In each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle. All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. Treadwear the treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions o...

  • Page 505

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

  • Page 506: Index

    Index 10

  • Page 507

    About your brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 abs (anti-lock brake system) . . . . . . . . . . . . 336,338 adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 444 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 508

    Automatic door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30,31 automatic headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 automatic oil change indicator . . . . . . . . . . 222,228 automatic temperature control (atc) . . . . . . . . . 290 automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 509

    Break-in recommendations, new vehicle . . . . . . . . 84 bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 467,468 bulbs, light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87,467 calibration, compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 capacities, fluid . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 510

    Cold weather operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 command-trac operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 compact disc (cd) maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 compact spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 511

    Disposal antifreeze (engine coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 446 engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 434 door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 door locks, automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 door opener, garage . ....

  • Page 512

    Checking oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432 compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427 coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 442,472 cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 442 exhaust gas caution . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 513

    Flashers hazard warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 turn signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87,152,213,469,470 flash-to-pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 flipper glass, liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 flooded engine startin...

  • Page 514

    Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472 tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 471 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 460 garage door opener (homelink 威) . . . . . . . . . . . 174 gas cap (fuel filler cap) . . . ....

  • Page 515

    On with wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150,160 passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 468 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148,149 time delay . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 516

    Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414 jack operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413,416 jacking instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416 jump starting . ....

  • Page 517

    Daytime running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 dimmer switch, headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148,153 electronic stability program (esp) indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216,347,350 engine temperature warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 exterior . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 518

    Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 warning (instrument cluster description) . . . . . 210 load floor, cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 loading vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 519

    Electric powered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 electric remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 rearview . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 520

    Oil filter, change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 434 onboard diagnostic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 428,429 opener, garage door (homelink 威) . . . . . . . . . . . 174 operating precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 428 operator manual (owner’s manual) . . . . ....

  • Page 521

    Pretensioners seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 programmable electronic features . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 programming transmitters (remote keyless entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 radial ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 522

    Restraints, child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 restraints, occupant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 retractable cargo area cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 roll over warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 roof sky slider power . . . . ...

  • Page 523

    Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 rear folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 reclining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 seatback release . . . . ....

  • Page 524

    Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26,305 cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 engine block heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307 engine fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 remote . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 525

    Tire safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87,361,502 air pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368 changing . . . . . ...

  • Page 526

    Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390 cooling system tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405 hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395 minimum requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398 trailer and tongue weight . . . . . ...

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    Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 variance, compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 vehicle certification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 vehicle loading . . . . . . . . ...

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