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Jeep Grand Cherokee User Manual

Manual is about: 2015

Summary of Grand Cherokee

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 things to know before starting your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    1 introduction • introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 • roll over warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 • important notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 • how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 • warnings a...

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    Introduction thank you for selecting one of our popular jeep t models. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling and high quality traditional with jeep t vehicles. This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and pe...

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    Important notice all material contained in this publica- tion is based on the latest information available at time of publication ap- proval. The right is reserved to publish revisions at any time. This manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint...

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    How to use this manual consult the table of contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. The detailed index, at the rear of the manual, contains a complete listing of all subjects. Warnings and cautions this manual contains warnings against oper- ating procedures which co...

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    2 things to know before starting your vehicle • a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 • ignition key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 • key-in-ignition reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 • sentry key immobilizer system . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    • to disarm the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 • power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 • wind buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 • occupant restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 • lap/shoulder belts . . . . . ....

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    A word about your keys the keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic bag with the key code number on it. If you received your keys without the bag, ask your authorized dealer to give you the number. The key code can also be obtained by your authorized dealer from your vehicle invoice. Igni...

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    General information hereby, siemens ag, automotive systems group, access control and security systems, declares that the sentry key immobilizer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directive 1999/5/ec. The sentry key immobilizer is a 134 khz system. It wi...

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    Door locks all doors are equipped with a slide-type interior door lock. To manually lock a door, slide the lever rearward (toward the rear of the vehicle) to the “lock” position. Once locked, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside until the lock lever has been released. However, the front d...

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    Automatic unlock on exit feature — only available if auto lock is enabled this feature will unlock all the doors when the driver’s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped and in p (park) or n (neutral). Refer to “overhead console — customer programmable features” in section 3 of this manual or see ...

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    1. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a thin coin to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal. 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. I...

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    Note: in order to avoid false alarms (premium model only), keep all windows and sunroof (if equipped) closed while the system is armed. Power windows an individual lever-type switch controls each side window. Push the lever down to lower a window and push the lever up to raise it. Window controls on...

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    Occupant restraints some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, and front airbags for both the driver and right front passenger. If you will be carrying children too small for adu...

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    2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap. 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “cli...

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

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    Warning! • after a vehicle collision, the front passenger outboard seat belt system must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all seat belts should be checked for proper function. • t...

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    Warning! • do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are i...

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    Airbag system components the airbag system consists of the following: • airbag control module (acm) • airbag warning light • driver airbag • passenger airbag • window bags above side windows • steering wheel and column • instrument panel • crash sensor • interconnecting wiring • knee impact bolsters...

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    Note: a frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system. If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: • the nylon airbag material may somet...

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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: • does not come on during the 6 to 8 seconds af...

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    • children under one year of age should continue to ride in a rear-facing infant seat, even if they weigh more than 9 kg. (20 lbs.). A “convertible” child seat, one that is designed to be used either rearward-facing or forward-facing, should be used for children who are too heavy for the infant carr...

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    Seatback. Install the child restraint according to the manufacturers instructions, and tighten the vehicle seat belt. Remove the slack from the tether strap according to the manufacturers instructions. Warning! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible inj...

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

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    3 understanding the features of your vehicle • mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 • inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 • inside automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . . . 30 • exterior mirrors folding feature . . . . . . . . . ....

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    • interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 • front map/reading lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 • multi-function control lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 • battery saver feature (exterior lights) . . . . . . . . . . 37 • headlights, position lights, a...

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    • to accelerate for passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 • driving up or down hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 • overhead console — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 • dome/reading lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 • electronic vehicle information center . ...

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    Mirrors inside day/night mirror the mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjust- ment of the mirror. The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward windshield). Annoying headlight gla...

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    Heated remote control mirrors — if equipped these mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defrost. Power remote control outside mirrors the controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver’s door trim panel above the window swit...

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    Front seat adjustment (recline) to adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back, and release the lever at the desired position. To return the seatback, lift the lever, lean forward, and release the lever. Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so t...

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    Power seat adjuster 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 injured or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. 6–way power se...

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    Power reclining seat the recliner control is on the outboard side of the seat. Use this switch to recline the seatback and to return the seatback to the upright position. Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you...

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    Light on the set switch will go out telling you that the driver memory has been set. If your remote keyless entry transmitter is lost, you may order a new transmitter from your local au- thorized dealer. You must designate transmitter #1 or #2. Your authorized dealer will have to program your vehicl...

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    To restore the 60/40 rear seat to the upright position perform the following steps: raise the rear seatback, headrests, and lock seatback it into place. If interference from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully lock- ing, you will have difficulty returning the seat cushion to its proper p...

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    Multi-function control lever the multi-function control lever controls the opera- tion of the headlights, position lights, turn signals, headlight beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, passing light, interior courtesy lights, front fog lights and rear fog lights. Battery saver feature (ext...

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    Rear fog lights the rear fog light switch is in the multi- function control lever. To activate the rear fog lights, rotate the multi-function control lever to the first or second detent position, pull out the end of the multi-function control lever, and then rotate to the third detent position. A li...

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    Windshield wipers and washers the front and rear wipers and washers are oper- ated by a switch in the right side control lever. Turn the end of the control lever to select “lo,” “hi,” or one of the five speed sensitive intermittent wind- shield wiper speeds. Refer to “speed sensitive intermittent wi...

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    To activate the rain sensitive wiper system, turn the front wiper control lever to auto. When you turn the lever to auto, the wipers will operate a single wipe cycle. The wipers will also cycle once when you start the vehicle if the lever was left in auto. There are five auto positions on the lever ...

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    To activate press the on·off button to turn the system on. To turn the system off, press the on·off button again. The system should be turned off when not in use. The cruise indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the system is on. To set at a desired speed when the vehicle ha...

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    Warning! To help keep your vehicle under control, do not use speed control under these conditions: • when it is not possible to keep your vehicle at a set speed. • on slippery roads, such as on snow or ice. • in heavy or varying traffic volume, in traffic that varies in speed, or on winding roads. •...

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    • coolant level low (with graphic) • washer fluid low (with graphic) • memory seat disabled customer programmable features press the menu button until one of the following display choices appears: language? When in this display you may select one of five languages for all display nomenclature, inclu...

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    The sound horn on lock feature selected. Pressing the step button when in this display will select y (yes) or n (no). Headlamp delay when this feature is selected the driver can choose, when exiting the vehicle, to have the headlights remain on for 30, 60, or 90 seconds, or not remain on. Pressing t...

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    Step button press this button to cycle through all the compass/mini-trip computer displays. Average fuel economy shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. Distance to empty shows the estimated distance that can be trav- eled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This is calibrated using th...

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    To set the variance: turn the ignition on and set the display to compass/temperature. Press the reset button approximately 10 seconds. The last variance zone number will be displayed. Press the step button to select the new variance zone and press the reset button to resume normal opera- tion. Power...

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    Ignition off operation the sunroof will also operate up to 45 seconds after the ignition has been turned off. The sunroof operation will be canceled if either of the front doors are opened during the 45 second time period. Sunshade operation the sunshade covering the glass in the panel will open wit...

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    The power outlets are a direct feed from the battery so they receive power whether the ignition is in the on or off position. All accessories connected to this outlet should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge. Caution! Electrical outlet u...

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    Retractable cargo area cover — if equipped to cover the cargo area: 1. Grasp the cover at the center handle. Pull it over the cargo area. 2. Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots in the pillar trim cover. 3. The liftgate may be opened with the cargo cover in place. Warning! In an a...

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    • 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. Warning! To help protect against personal injury, passen- gers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intende...

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    4 understanding your instrument panel • instrument panel and interior controls . . . . . . 54 • instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 • 4.0l/4.7l engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 • 4.7l ho engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 • 2.7l...

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    Instrument panel and interior controls 54.

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    Instrument cluster 4.0l/4.7l engine 55.

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    4.7l ho engine 56.

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    2.7l diesel engine 57.

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    Instrument cluster description 1. Voltmeter indicates available battery voltage and charging system operation. The lower red zone shows that the battery charge may be too low to start the engine. With the engine running, the normal operating range is between 11 and 15 volts. Prolonged gauge readings...

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    11. Check gages warning light this light illuminates when the voltmeter, oil pressure, or coolant temperature gages indicate a reading either too high or too low. Note: when the ignition switch is turned to off, the fuel gage, voltmeter, oil pressure, and tempera- ture gages will not show any readin...

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    Or has become inoperative. The system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. Turn the engine off and on again to reset anti-lock brake system. If the light remains on, see your autho- rized dealer. If both the red “brake warning light” and the amber “anti-lock warning light” are on, see your auth...

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    Sound systems refer to your sound systems booklet. Climate controls air conditioning the controls for the heating/air conditioning and ventilation system in this vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions. Air conditioning can...

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    Panel air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel. Bi-level air flows both through the outlets located in the instrument panel and those located on the floor. Floor air flows through the floor outlets located under the instrument panel and into the rear seating area through vents u...

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    Manual operation however, this system does offer a full complement of manual override features. There is a manual blower range used when the auto setting is not desired. The left control can be set to any fixed blower speed by rotating the knob from lo to hi on the upper portion of the dial. The ope...

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    Rear window features rear window wiper/washer a switch on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the rear wiper/washer func- tion. Rotating the center of the switch up to the del (delay) position or the on position will acti- vate the wiper. Push the lever forward to initiate th...

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    5 starting and operating • starting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 • normal starting — gasoline engines . . . . . . . . . . . 68 • if engine fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 • normal starting — diesel engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 • automatic t...

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    • shift positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 • shifting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 • quadra-drive system — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 • vari-lok front and rear axles — if equipped . . . 76 • parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    • replacement tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 • tire chains or traction devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 • tire spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 • treadwear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 • trailer towing . . . . . . . ...

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    Starting procedure start the engine with the selector lever in the n (neutral) or p (park) position. Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range. Normal starting — gasoline engines normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pe...

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    Idle speed and run for several seconds. This assures proper lubrication of the turbo- charger. This is particularly necessary after any period of hard driving. Turbocharger “cool down” note: letting the engine idle after extended opera- tion allows the turbine housing to cool to normal operating tem...

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    Automatic transmission the pointer on the selector indicates the transmis- sion gear range (selector is illuminated for night driving). Start the engine with the selector lever in n (neutral) or p (park) position. Note: when the ignition is in the on position, the brake pedal must be pressed to move...

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    Warning! • your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in p (park). Check by trying to move the gearshift lever back and forth without depressing the shift button after you have set it in p (park). Make sure it is in p (park) before leaving the vehicle. • never use p (p...

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    2 (second) for driving slowly in heavy city traffic or on moun- tain roads where more precise speed control is desirable. Use it also when climbing long grades, and for engine braking when descending moder- ately steep grades. To prevent excessive engine speed, do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) in this...

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    Caution! When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- tween “first” and r (reverse), do not spin the wheels faster than 24 km/h (15 mph), or driv- etrain damage may result. Electronically controlled five speed automatic transmission (2.7l turbo diesel engine only) this electronically controlled tran...

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    D (drive) for most city and highway driving. All five forward gears are available in this range. 5th gear pro- vides overdrive operation for improved fuel economy and reduced engine speeds. 4 (fourth) the 4 (fourth) range will provide normal upshifting to 4th gear. This range reduces shifting when o...

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    Shift positions for additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position, see the information below: 4 all time normal all wheel drive high range — all roads surfaces such as ice, snow, gravel, sand, and dry hard pavement. N (neutral) neutral — disengages both the front ...

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    Lar. Follow the quadra-trac ii transfer case shifting information, preceding this section, for shifting this system. Vari-lok front and rear axles — if equipped the optional vari-lok axle is fully automatic and requires no driver input to operate. Under normal driving conditions the unit functions a...

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    Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving. Failure to do so can lead to brake failure. Note: parking brake adjustment and maintenance should be performed by your authorized dealer. Anti-lock brake system the anti-lock brake system (abs) is designed to aid the driver in maintaining...

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    • after going through deep water or a car wash, brakes may become wet, resulting in de- creased performance and unpredictable brak- ing action. Dry the brakes by gentle, intermit- tent pedal action while driving at very slow speeds. On-road driving tips utility vehicles have higher ground clearance ...

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

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    Do not use gasolines containing methanol. Use of methanol/gasoline blends may result in starting and driveability problems and damage critical fuel system components. Problems that are the result of using methanol/ gasoline blends are not the responsibility of the manufacture and may not be covered ...

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    Warning! If you remove the fuel cap too quickly, you could be injured. Gasoline could spray out of the filler neck, and could ignite if there is any spark or flame nearby. This is more possible when the vehicle is hot, as the pressure in the fuel tank is greater then. Remove the fuel cap slowly. Nev...

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    Tire inflation pressures the tire pressure should be checked and ad- justed at least once every month. Check more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor tem- peratures, as tire pressures vary with temperature changes. Inflation pressures specified on the chart are always “cold inflation pressur...

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    If your vehicle vibrates, you may have a tire and wheel out of balance. Proper balancing will re- duce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear. Improper alignment will not normally cause vehicle vibration. Replacement tires the tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteris...

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    • follow tire chain manufacturer’s instructions for mounting chains. • install chains snugly and tighten after 1 km (1/2 mile) of driving. • do not exceed 50 km/h (35 mph), unless otherwise specified by the chain manufacturer. • drive cautiously, avoiding large bumps, pot- holes and extreme driving ...

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    • when hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmis- sion, steering, suspension, body structure or tires. • make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and wi...

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    6 what to do in emergencies • hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 • if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 • changing a flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 • jack and lug wrench locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 • spare tire loc...

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

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    Warning! Always store the jack, lug wrench and spare, flat or damaged tire securely in the proper place. Never leave them loose in the vehicle where they could become dangerous projectiles during a quick stop or collision. Warning! To avoid injury from using the jack, follow these important tips: • ...

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    To replace the spare tire 1. Replace the tire into the rear compartment: a. Replace the hold-down nut. B. Lower the rear compartment cover 2. Your vehicle is equipped with a conventional spare tire. Maintain the conventional spare tire pressure at 227 kpa (33 psi). Tire changing procedure preparatio...

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    7. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 8. Tighten the lug nuts securely in a crisscross pattern. Have an authorized service technician check that the torque is 115-156 n·m (85–115 ft.Lbs.) as soon as possible. 9. Secure the jack, lug wrench, jack handle and tire in the proper loc...

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    6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery. 7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan. Note: to start the ve...

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    7 maintaining your vehicle • 2.7l diesel engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 • 4.0l engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 • 4.7l/4.7l ho engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 • onboard diagnostic system (obd) . . . . . . . . . . . 98 •...

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    • exhaust system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 • cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 • hoses and vacuum/vapor harnesses . . . . . . . . . . . 106 • brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 • automatic transmission . . . ....

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    2.7l diesel engine 95.

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    4.0l engine 96.

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    4.7l/4.7l ho engines 97.

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    Onboard diagnostic system (obd) your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called obd. This sys- tem monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control sys- tems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide exce...

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    If any of these apply to you, then change your engine oil every 5 000 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow the maintenance recommendations in “maintenance schedule b.” • day or night temperatures are below 0°c (32°f) • stop and go driving • extensive engine idling • driving...

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    Engine oil filter the engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every oil change. Engine oil filter selection all of the manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type disposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality of replacement filters varies considerab...

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    Warning! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or oper- ate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn. In unusual situa...

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    • batteries produce hydrogen gas and can ex- plode and cause serious bodily injury. Don’t smoke while checking or servicing battery. Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery filler caps. • to avoid a short circuit which could cause injury, never allow tools or metal objects to contact the b...

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    Driveline and steering component lubrication u-joints (cardan joints) are sealed and do not require lubrication. Prop shafts, yokes, ball joints and other driveline and steering components may be provided with grease fittings for lubrication. Lubrication of these components at the intervals specifie...

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    Cooling system warning! You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle...

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    Warning! The warning words do not open hot on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- caution. Never add coolant when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pres- sure to build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or inj...

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    • if frequent coolant additions are required, or if the level in the recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks. • maintain coolant concentration at 50% ethylene glycol antifreeze (minimum) in water for proper corrosion protection of y...

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    Brake master cylinder the fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services, or immediately if the brake system warning lamp shows system failure be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the ...

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    To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly, the following procedure must be used: 1. The vehicle must be on level ground. 2. The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a minimum of 60 seconds. 3. Fully apply parking brake. 4. Apply the service brakes and shift the trans- missi...

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

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    Appearance care and protection from corrosion protection of body and paint from corrosion vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic 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...

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    • use mopar t touch-up paint on scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match the color of your ve- hicle. • aluminum wheels should be cleaned regularly with mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove heavy soil, select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. ...

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    Fuse panel interior fuses the fuse panel is on the lower instrument panel just to the left of the steering column. A label is stamped on the fuse panel cover to identify each fuse for ease of replacement. Cavity fuse description 1 spare 2 spare 3 10 amp red headlight high beam left 4 15 amp lt. Blue...

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    Underhood fuses (power distribution center) your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distribution center located in the engine compart- ment near the battery. This power center houses plug-in “cartridge” fuses which replace in-line fusible links. The power center also contains “mini” fuses ...

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    Fluid capacities metric u.S. Fuel (approximate) 76 liters 20 gallons engine oil with filter 4.0, 4.7, & 4.7ho liter engine 5.7 liters 6 qts 2.7l diesel engine 6.5 liters 7 qts cooling system * 4.0 liter engine 14 liters 15 qts 4.7 & 4.7ho liter engine 13.7 liters 14.5 qts 2.7l diesel engine 14 liter...

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    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part automatic transmission (gasoline engines) mopar t atf+4 automatic transmission fluid automatic transmission (diesel engines) shell t 3403 automatic transmission fluid (p/n 52107891aa) transfer case quadra-trac models - mopar t transfer case fluid (...

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    8 maintenance schedules • maintenance schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 • schedule “b” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 • schedule “a” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 • maintenance schedule — diesel engines . . . . . . 129 • schedule “b” . ....

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    Maintenance schedules there are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle. First is schedule ( b ( . It is for vehicles that are operated under the conditions that are listed below and at the beginning of the schedule. • day or night temperatures are below 0°c (32°f) ...

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    Schedule “b” follow schedule “b” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following condi- tions. • day or night temperatures are below 0°c (32°f) • stop and go driving • extensive engine idling • driving in dusty conditions • short trips of less than 16.2 km (10 miles) • more th...

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    Kilometers 29 000 34 000 38 000 43 000 48 000 (miles) (18,000) (21,000) (24,000) (27,000) (30,000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering & suspension ball joints. X x x drain and refill the front and rear axles. X inspect the brake l...

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    Kilometers 77 000 82 000 86 000 91 000 96 000 (miles) (48,000) (51,000) (54,000) (57,000) (60,000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering & suspension ball joints. X x x clean and lubricate brake caliper pins. X x inspect the engine a...

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    Kilometers 101 000 106 000 110 000 115 000 120 000 (miles) (63,000) (66,000) (69,000) (72,000) (75,000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering & suspension ball joints. X x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. ...

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    Kilometers 125 000 130 000 134 000 139 000 144 000 (miles) (78,000) (81,000) (84,000) (87,000) (90,000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering and suspension ball joints. X x x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessa...

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    Kilometers 149 000 154 000 160 000 163 000 168 000 (miles) (93,000) (96,000) (100,000) (102,000) (105,000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering & suspension ball joints. X x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessar...

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    Kilometers 173 000 178 000 182 000 187 000 192 000 (miles) (108,000) (111,000) (114,000) (117,000) (120,000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering & suspension ball joints. X x x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if nece...

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    Schedule “a” kilometers 12 000 24 000 36 000 48 000 60 000 (miles) (7,500) (15,000) (22,500) (30,000) (37,500) [months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] change the engine oil and filter. X x x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering & suspension ball- joints. X x inspect the brake linings. X cl...

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    Kilometers 120 000 132 000 144 000 156 000 (miles) (75,000) (82,500) (90,000) (97,500) [months] [60] [66] [72] [78] change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering & suspension ball joints. X x inspect and replace the drive belt if necessary (4....

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    Kilometers 160 000 168 000 180 000 192 000 (miles) (100,000) (105,000) (112,500) (120, 000) [months] [84] [90] [96] change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid, change filter, and adjust bands (4.0l only). X drain and refill the automatic tran...

  • Page 131

    Maintenance schedule — diesel engines there are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle. First is schedule ( b ( . It is for vehicles that are operated under the conditions listed at the begin- ning of the schedule. • extensive engine idling. • driving in dusty cond...

  • Page 132

    Schedule “b” follow schedule “b” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following condi- tions. • extensive engine idling. • driving in dusty conditions. • more than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 32° c (90° f). • trailer towing. • tax...

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    Kilometers 60 000 km 70 000 km 80 000 km 90 000 km 100 000 km change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering & suspension ball joints. X x x x x drain and refill the front and rear axles. X x x inspect the brake linings. X x x clean and lubri...

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    Kilometers 110000 km 120 000 km 130000 km 140000 km 150000 km 160000 km change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at steering & suspen- sion ball joints. X x x x x x inspect the brake linings. X x x clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins. X x ...

  • Page 135

    Schedule “a” kilometers 20 000 km 40 000 km 60 000 km 80 000 km 100 000 km change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at the steering & suspension ball joints. X x x x x inspect the brake linings. X x clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins. X x d...

  • Page 136

    Kilometers 120 000 km 140 000 km 160 000 km 180 000 km change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x lubricate the upper knuckle ball stud at the steering & suspension ball joints. X x x x inspect the brake linings. X x clean and lubricate the brake caliper pins. X x drain and replace the bra...

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    9 if you need consumer assistance • if you need assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 • argentina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 • australia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 • austria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    • finland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 • france . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 • germany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 • grand duchy of luxembourg . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 • greece . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    • sweden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 • switzerland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 • taiwan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 • united kingdom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 • uruguay . . . . . . . . . ....

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    If you need assistance the manufacturer distributors are vitally interested in your satisfaction with their products and ser- vices. If a servicing problem or other difficulty should occur, we recommend that you take the following steps: discuss the problem at the authorized dealer with the dealer p...

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    Bulgaria balkan star resbarska str. 5 1510 sofia tel.: 359 2 91988 fax: 359 2 945 40 14 chile comercial chrysler s.A. Av. Americo vespucio 1601, quilicura santiago tel.: 56–2–620–7650 fax: 56–2–603–1902 colombia crump america s.A. Autopista norte km. 19 santafé de bogotá tel.: 571–667–1000 fax: 571–...

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    Finland aro yhtymä oy — chrysler division ristipellontie 1–9 00390 helsinki tel.: 09 547 7393 tel.: 09 547 7531 fax: 09 547 7485 fax: 09 547 7378 france tnt mailfast c/o chrysler france bru/bru/37850 boîte postale 52 93152 le blanc mesnil cedex tel.: 01 64 53 80 01 fax: 01 64 53 80 02 germany tnt ma...

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    Italy tnt mailfast c/o chrysler italy bru/bru/37850 cassella postale 29 20092 cinisello balsamo tel.: 06/41 442812 fax: 06/41 442097 latvia tc motors ltd. 40 krasta str. Lv-1003 riga tel.: 07 812 312 fax: 07 812 313 lithuania uab “chrysler jeep autocentras” laisves av. 125 a lt — 2022 vilnius tel.: ...

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    Russia daimlerchrysler automotive russia sao 1st kolobovskij pereulok 23 103051 moscow tel.: 095 926 40 40 fax: 095 926 40 36 slovenia chrysler/jeep import d.D. Leskoskova 2 1122 ljubljana tel.: 01 5843 138 fax: 01 5843 222 spain s.E. Chrysler iberia s.A. Carretera n-i, km. 32100 san agustin de guad...

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    Additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 air cleaner, engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 air conditioner maintenance . . . . . . . . . 102 air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61,102 air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Selection of coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 cruise light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 customer assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 154

    Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 octane rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 gas cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 g...

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    Seat belt reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 sentry key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 turn signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38,58 vanity mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 water in fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Rearview mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 reclining front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 recommended fluids, lubricants and genuine parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 remote keyless entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 replacement bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 replacemen...

  • Page 157

    Transmission automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70,107 filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70,73 tread wear indicators . . . . . . ...

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