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Jeep Liberty 2007 Owner's Manual

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

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction contents 䡵 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ▫ roll over warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 䡵 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 䡵 vehicle identi...

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    Introduction thank you for selecting a jeep 威 liberty and welcome to our worldwide family. This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional two-wheel drive vehicles were not intended. However, on-road ride and...

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    And the narrower track, if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over when some other vehicles may not. Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident, roll o...

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

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    Introduction 7 1.

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

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    Vehicle modifications / alterations warning! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Introduction 9 1.

  • Page 11: Contents

    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ ignition key removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ key-in-ignition reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 䡵 steering wheel lock — if equipped . . . . . . . . . .16 ▫ ...

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    ▫ to unlatch the swing gate flip-up window . .23 ▫ panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ to use the panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ to program additional transmitters . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫...

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    ▫ seat belts and pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . .48 ▫ seat belt extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 ▫ driver and front passenger supplemental restraint systems (srs) — airbags . . . . . . . . . .49 ▫ child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 䡵 engine ...

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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 dealer to give you the number. The key code can also be obtained by the dealer from your vehicle invoice. Ignition key removal manual...

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    Automatic transmission — if equipped to remove the ignition key, place the gearshift lever in p (park), turn the ignition key to lock and remove the key. Warning! Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger- ous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be w...

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    Key-in-ignition reminder if you open the driver’s door and the key is fully inserted in the ignition switch, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key. Steering wheel lock — if equipped your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock (manual transmission only). This lock pre...

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    The sentry key immobilizer system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or unlocked. During normal operation, the skim indicator light will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the ignition switch is turned ...

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    Important note about service a four digit pin number is needed to service the sentry key immobilizer system. This number can be obtained from your authorized dealer. However, this number can also be found on your customer invoice that you were given upon receipt of your vehicle. Replacement keys not...

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    4. Insert a blank sentry key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch on within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. The skim indicator light will stop flashing, turn on for 3 seconds; then turn off. The new sentry key has been programmed. Repeat this process to prog...

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    To set the alarm the alarm will set when you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors and swing gate or when you use the power door lock switch while the door is open. After all the doors are locked and closed, the “sentry key/security alarm indicator light” (located in the instrum...

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    Illuminated entry the interior lights come on when you open any door. They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors are closed then fade to off, unless, the dome inhibit feature was selected on the multi-function control lever. Refer to “lights” in section 3 of this manual. The lights als...

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    Remain on for about 30 seconds, when you unlock the doors. The park lights will flash twice to acknowledge the unlock signal. Note: the transmitter can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first press of the ⬙ unlock ⬙ button (within 23–50 feet (7–15 meters) of the vehicle) by per- forming...

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    2. Continue to hold the ⬙ lock ⬙ button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the ⬙ panic ⬙ button. 3. Release both buttons. 4. Repeating steps 1–3 will restore original transmitter operation. To unlatch the swing gate flip-up window press the “rear release” button twice to unla...

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    Panic alarm the panic mode flashes the park lights, and sounds the horn for about 3 minutes or until the alarm is turned off. To use the panic alarm press and hold the panic button for at least 1 second to activate the panic alarm. Press and hold the panic button a second time to deactivate the alar...

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    2. Enter program mode: turn the ignition to the on position, and using a currently programmed transmitter; press and hold the ⬙ unlock ⬙ button on the transmitter. Continue to hold the “unlock” button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the panic button for at least 1...

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    Transmitter battery service the recommended replacement battery is the panasonic cr2032 or equivalent. 1. Pry the transmitter halves apart with a dime or similar object. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket material during removal. 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new bat...

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    Note: if vehicle is equipped with the optional elec- tronic vehicle information center (evic) in the overhead console, all warnings including “door”, “gate”, and “glass” will only be displayed in the evic display (not in the instrument cluster). For additional information, refer to “overhead console...

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

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    Power door locks — if equipped a door lock switch is on each front door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If the plunger is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. If you press the door lo...

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

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    Windows power front windows the power window switches are located on the center floor console. The top left switch controls the left front window and the top right switch controls the right front window. The lower left switch controls the left rear passenger window, and the lower right switch contro...

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    Auto down feature — if equipped the driver’s and passenger’s front window switches have an auto down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the window will go down auto- matically. To open the window part way, press the window switch part way and release it when you want the ...

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    Windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting. Rear swing gate the swing gate can be unlocked using the re...

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    Warning! To avoid injury stand back when opening. Glass will automatically rise. The vacuum fluorescent (vf) display located in the odometer area displays the words “gate” and/or “glass” as an indication of when the swing gate and/or flip-up window, is not completely closed. When the vehicle is not ...

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    If any other active warnings including “door” are present, they will be shown in the vf display and will also continue to cycle. If the vehicle is moving, two single chimes will occur if the rear glass is open or three single chimes will occur if the rear swing gate is open (one chime for each compl...

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    Warning! Driving with the flip-up window open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the flip-up window closed when you are operating the vehicle. Note: the rear swing gate will lock while the rear wiper is operating. The ga...

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

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    The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lock and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the vehicle or being thro...

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    Lap/shoulder belt operating instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of 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 aroun...

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

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    4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. No...

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    Warning! A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdo- men. Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug. A twisted belt cannot do its job as well. In a col...

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    Rear center lap/shoulder belt retractor lock-out this feature is designed to lock the retractor whenever the 65% rear seat back is not fully latched. This prevents someone from wearing the rear center lap/shoulder belt when the rear seat back is not fully latched. Note: • if the rear center lap/shou...

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    The height of the shoulder belt, slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place. Warning! Position the shoulder belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce ...

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    When to use the automatic locking mode anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. How to use the automatic locking mode 1. Buckle the ...

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    Warning! • after a vehicle collision, the driver and 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 fu...

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    Enhanced seat belt use reminder system (beltalert) if the driver’s or front passenger seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the enhanced warning system (beltalert) will alert the driver or front passenger to ...

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    4. Turn the ignition key to the off position. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming. The enhanced warning system (beltalert) can be reacti- vated by repeating this procedure. Note: although the enhanced warning system (beltalert) has been deactivat...

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    Warning! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed. Driver and front passenger suppleme...

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    The instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words srs/airbag are embossed on the airbag covers. Note: the front airbags are certified to the federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment. The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have dif...

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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 be- cause the airbags are no longer functional. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are de- signed to open only when the airbags are i...

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    If your vehicle is so equipped, the window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side collisions. But even in collisions where the airbags work, you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to protect you properly. Here are some simple s...

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

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    • driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners • front passenger seat occupant classification system (ocs) − occupant classification module − passenger airbag disabled (pad) indicator light − interconnecting wiring − pressure sensor, bladder assembly, and belt tension sensor how the airbag sys...

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    In any part of the system, it turns on the airbag warning light either momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial start up. Warning! Ignoring the airbag warning light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you...

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    The crash side of the vehicle. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the window bag. The inflating window bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window. The airbag inflates in about 30 milliseconds (about one quarter of the time it takes to blink your...

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    Grab handle) and airbag warning light (located in the instrument cluster) are illuminated the airbag will be disabled. The orc will not allow front airbag deployment in the event of a collision for occupants classified into the empty or child size categories. The pad indicator light will illuminate ...

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    Should always use the pad indicator light as an indica- tion if the front passenger is properly positioned or not. If the pad indicator light comes on when an adult is in the passenger seat, have the passenger re-position them- selves in the seat until the light goes out. Remember, if the pad indica...

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    • the passenger airbag disabled (pad) indicator light indicates to the driver and passenger when the airbag is turned off. In the presence of a properly seated occupant, when the pad indicator light is illuminated, the airbag is off. Also, when the occu- pant classification system detects either an ...

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

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    If a deployment occurs the airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags when the impact sensors detect a moderate-to-severe frontal collision, to help restrain the driver and front passenger, and then immediately deflate. Note: a frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protecti...

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    Warning! Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, seat belt pretensioners, and the front passenger seat belt retractor assembly, replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Also, have the occupant classification system serviced...

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

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    Enough for an adult seat belt. Always check the child seat owner’s manual to ensure you have the right seat for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your child: • this vehicle is not capable of accommodating the installation of a car bed used for carrying newborn babies at the right fro...

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    Cannot sit with knees bent over the seat cushion while the child’s back is against the seatback, they need a belt-positioning booster seat. The child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt. (some booster seats are equipped with a front shield and are held in the vehicle by...

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    Standards. The manufacturer recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it before you buy it. • the restraint must be appropriate for your child’s weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits. • carefully follow the instructio...

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    Latch — child seat anchorage system (lower anchors and tether for ch ildren) 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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    All three rear seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating latch-compatible child seats having flexible, webbing-mounted lower at- tachments. Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only. Regard- less of the specific type of ...

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    In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. Many, but not all restraint systems will 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 adjustin...

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    Downward into the seat, removing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- tions. 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...

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    Buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out. If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may need to do something more. Disconnect the l...

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    Warning! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Children too large for booster seats children who are large enough to wear th...

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

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    Garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for a extended period. If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with engine running for more than a short period, adjust the ventilation system to force fresh, outside air into the vehicle. • guard against carbon monoxide with proper...

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    Defrosters check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should feel the air directed against the windshield. Safety checks you should make outside the vehicle tires examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nail...

  • Page 77: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . . .82 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ front seat adjustment — recline . . . . . . . . . . 109 ▫ 6–way driver’s power seat with manual recliner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 ▫ head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 ▫ heated seats — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 ▫ 65/35 split foldin...

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    ▫ to set at a desired speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ to deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ to resume speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ to vary the speed setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ to accelerate for passing . . . . . . . . ...

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    䡵 power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 䡵 cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 ▫ smoker’s package — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . 153 䡵 cargo area features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 ▫ cargo light . . . . . . . . . . ...

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

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

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

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    Set the top switch to the left or right for the left or right mirror, and set it to the center off position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror when you are finished adjusting the mirror. Press one of the four arrows for the direction you want the mirror to move. Heated remote control mirrors — ...

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    When the ignition is turned off, the light will turn off automatically (after approximately 8 minutes). Sun visor extension — if equipped this feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for increased coverage. Hands–free communication (uconnect™) — if equipped uconnect™ is a voice-activated, ...

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    The uconnect™ phonebook enables you to store up to 32 names and four numbers per name. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. This system is driven through your blue- tooth™ hands-free profile cellular phone. Uconnect™ features bluetooth™ technology - the gl...

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    Headset profile), you may not be able to use any ucon- nect™ features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details. The uconnect™ system is fully integrated with the vehicle’s audio system. The volume of the uconnect™ system can be adjusted either from the radio vol...

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    Voice command tree refer to “voice tree” at the end of this section. Help command if you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to know your options are at any prompt, say ⬙ help ⬙ follow- ing the voice on beep. The uconnect™ system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help....

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    The following are general phone to uconnect™ system pairing instructions: • press the ’phone’ button to begin. • after the ⬙ ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ setup phone pairing ⬙ and follow the audible prompts. • when prompted, after the voice on beep, say ⬙ pair a phone ⬙ and follow th...

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    • system will prompt you to say the number you want call. • for example, you can say ⬙ 234-567-8901. ⬙ • the uconnect™ system will confirm the phone num- ber and then dial. The number will appear in the display of certain radios. Call/dial by saying a name • press the “phone” button to begin. • afte...

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

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

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

  • Page 94

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

  • Page 95

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

  • Page 96

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

  • Page 97

    Emergency assistance if you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: • pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area. If the phone is not reachable and the uconnect™ system is operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: • press the ’phone’ butto...

  • Page 98

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

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    Barge in - overriding prompts the ’voice recognition’ button can be used when you wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately. For example, if a prompt is playing ⬙ would you like to pair a phone, clear a ѧ , ⬙ you could press the ’voice recognition’ button and...

  • Page 100

    Note: certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the uconnect™ system to play it on the vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situation, after successfully dialing a number, the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress. ...

  • Page 101

    Connect or disconnect link between the uconnect™ system and cellular phone your cellular phone can be paired with many different electronic devices, but can only be actively ⬙ connected ⬙ with one electronic device at a time. If you would like to connect or disconnect the blue- tooth™ connection bet...

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    • you can also press the ⬘ voice recognition’ button anytime while the list is being played, and then choose the phone that you wish to select. • the selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the ucon- nect™ system will return to using the highest p...

  • Page 103

    • performance is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • 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,...

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    • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, and • dry weather condition. • operation from driver seat. • performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the uconnect™ system. • echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the ...

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle 105 3.

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    106 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle 107 3.

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    North american english primary alternate(s) zero oh add location add new all all of them confirmation prompts confirmations prompts delete a name delete language select language list names list all list paired phones list phones pager beeper phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book return to main ...

  • Page 109

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

  • Page 110

    Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. 6–way driver’s power seat with manual recliner...

  • Page 111

    This seat also has a manual recline lever located just to the rear of the power seat switch. Pull up on the lever to recline the seat. Head restraints head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Adjustable head restraints should be adjusted so that th...

  • Page 112

    Heated seats — if equipped the heated seat switch is located on the outboard side of the front seats. Pressing this switch to its desired setting (hi or lo) will activate the respective heating element for the heated seat. Once the heated seat switch is activated, depressing it a second time will de...

  • Page 113

    65/35 split folding rear seat to provide additional storage area, each rear seat can be folded flat to allow for extended cargo space and still maintain some rear seating room. Note: prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to reposition the front seat to it’s mid-track position. Also, be...

  • Page 114

    To fold the 65/35 rear seat, perform the following steps: 1. Locate the seatback release handle on the outboard top side of each rear seatback; lift up on the handle, and rotate the lever forward until the seatback releases. Fold the seatback completely forward. Note: when lifting up on the release ...

  • Page 115

    To restore the 65/35 rear seat to the upright position perform the following steps: raise the seatback and lock it into place. If interference from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position. The seat release handle wil...

  • Page 116

    Then, reach under the hood and slide the safety latch to the right and lift the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and then push hood closed. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unl...

  • Page 117

    Lights multi-function control lever the multi-function control lever controls the operation of the park lights, headlights, headlight beam selection, passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimming, and turn signals. Battery saver feature — exterior lights if the park lights, headlights, f...

  • Page 118

    Instrument panel and interior lights when the multi-function control lever is in the parklight, or headlight position, rotating the center portion of the lever up and down will increase and decrease the bright- ness (dimmer control) of the instrument panel lights. Full daytime brightness on all elec...

  • Page 119

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

  • Page 120

    Front map/reading lights these lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light can be turned on by pressing the recessed area of the lens. To turn these lights off, press the recessed area of the lens a second time. Windshield wipers and washers the wipers and washers are operated by a switch...

  • Page 121

    Intermittent wiper system the intermittent feature of this system was designed for use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable. For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range. The delay inter...

  • Page 122

    Tilt steering column to tilt the column, push down on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down, as desired. Pull the lever back towards you and firmly push the lever until it is above the lower surface of the shroud to lock the column in place. Tilt steering column 122 u...

  • Page 123

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

  • Page 124

    To set at a desired speed when the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press and release the set button. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. To deactivate a soft tap on the brake pedal, normal braking, or pressing the cancel button will deactivate the speed...

  • Page 125

    To accelerate for passing depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Note: when driving uphill, at elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 meters), or when the vehicle is heavily loaded (especially when towing) the vehicle may slow be...

  • Page 126

    Abs (anti-lock brake system) this system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. Refer to “anti-lock brake system” in section 5 ...

  • Page 127

    Tcs (traction control system) this system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability. A feature of the tcs system functions si...

  • Page 128

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

  • Page 129

    Warning! Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- tions and driving conditions, influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur. Erm can not prevent all wheel lift or rollovers, especially those that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles. Only a safe,...

  • Page 130

    Esp/tcs indicator light the ⬙ esp/tcs indicator light ⬙ located in the instrument cluster, starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the esp system becomes active. The ⬙ esp/tcs indicator light ⬙ also flashes when tcs is active. If the ⬙ esp/tcs indicator light ⬙ begins to flash during ...

  • Page 131

    High range (4wd part time, 4wd full time) or 2wd models esp on this is the normal operating mode for esp in 2wd, 4wd part time, 4wd full time (selec-trac only), and on 2wd vehicles. Whenever the vehicle is started or the transfer case (if equipped) is shifted from 4wd low range or neutral back to 4w...

  • Page 132

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

  • Page 133

    Several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. Note: • ⬙ the ⬙ esp/tcs indicator light ⬙ and the ⬙ esp/bas warning lamp ⬙ come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned on. • each time th...

  • Page 134

    Note: temperature accuracy can be effected from heat soak. For best accuracy, the vehicle should be driven at a speed greater than 20 mph (32 km/h) for several minutes. Dome/reading lights located in the overhead console are two dome/reading lights. The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door or ...

  • Page 135

    Electronic vehicle information center the electronic vehicle information center (evic), when the appropriate conditions exist, displays the following messages and symbols. Each message is accompanied by a series of beeps: • driver door open • passenger door open • n doors open (n = 2, 3, 4) • right ...

  • Page 136

    Customer programmable features press the menu button until one of the display choices following appears: language? When in this display you may select one of five lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip computer functions. Press the step button while in this display to select en...

  • Page 137

    All doors. This can also be programmed using the key fob, refer to “remote keyless entry” earlier in this section. Train remote? Pressing the step button when in this display will select “yes” or “no.” note: any time you perform this procedure, it is necessary to retrain all currently trained key fo...

  • Page 138

    Flash lights with locks? When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected. Pressing the step button when in ...

  • Page 139

    Mini-trip computer this feature, located in the overhead console, displays information on outside temperature, compass direction, and trip information. Reset button use this button to reset the average economy, trip miles, and time elapsed displays. This will occur only if a resettable function is c...

  • Page 140

    Warning! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°f (0°c), the road surface may be icy, particularly in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per- sonal injury or property damage. Step button press the step button to cycle throug...

  • Page 141

    Tire psi shows the pressure and location of each tire, except for the spare tire. The tire location will blink when under pressure. Blank screen shows a blank screen. Pressing the c/t button returns to the compass and temperature display. Pressing the step button returns you to the average miles per...

  • Page 142

    To set the variance: turn the ignition on and set the display to “compass/temperature.” press and hold the reset button five seconds (no more than 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 ...

  • Page 143

    Caution! Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Garage door opener — if equipped equipped in vehicles that have the optional electronic vehicle information center (evic) the homelink 威 wire...

  • Page 144

    Retain the original transmitter of the rf device you are programming for use in other vehicles as well as for future homelink programming. It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed homelink buttons be erased for security purposes. To erase the programmed buttons, perform...

  • Page 145

    Programming homelink note: it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being pro- grammed to homelink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal. 1. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1-3 inches (5-14 cm) awa...

  • Page 146

    4. Press and hold the just-trained homelink button. Transmit should appear on the display. If your device activates when the homelink button is depressed and released, programming is complete. Note: to program the remaining two homelink but- tons, simply repeat the ⬙ programming homelink ⬙ pro- cess...

  • Page 147

    If, after programming the homelink wireless control system, the hand-held transmitter and/or other homelink units in other vehicles fail to activate the rolling code equipped device, you may need to clear (or ⴖ erase ⴖ ) the device’s receiver memory. Refer to your garage door opener’s owner’s manual...

  • Page 148

    Using homelink to operate, simply press and release the programmed homelink button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.E. Garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may al...

  • Page 149

    Press and hold the “v” button in the center of the sunroof switch to open the vent. The sunroof can be stopped at any position between closed and full vent. To close the sunroof from the vent position, press and hold the switch forward. Releasing the switch will stop the movement of the sunroof and ...

  • Page 150

    Warning! • in an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too. • do not allow small children to operate the sun- roof. ...

  • Page 151

    There is a rear power outlet located in the right rear cargo area above the storage cargo net/cd changer (if equipped). The rear power outlet is a direct feed from the battery so it receives power whether the ignition is in the on or off position. All accessories connected to this outlet should be r...

  • Page 152

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

  • Page 153

    Smoker’s package — if equipped with the optional smoker’s package, a removable ash tray is inserted into the front cup holder location. The rear passengers have access to a cup holder on each rear door trim panel. Rear cup holders understanding the features of your vehicle 153 3.

  • Page 154

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

  • Page 155

    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 n...

  • Page 156

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

  • Page 157

    Rear window features rear window wiper/washer a rotary ring switch on the control lever, located on the right side of the steering column, controls operation of the rear wiper/washer function. Rotating the center of the switch up to the del (delay) position or the on position will activate the wiper...

  • Page 158

    Rear window defroster on the top of the climate control panel is a push button for rear window defrosting. An amber indicator in the push button will light when the defroster is turned on. Push again to turn off the defroster prior to an automatic time-out. The defroster will automatically turn off ...

  • Page 159

    Roof luggage rack external racks do not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the luggage rack, do not exceed the rated vehicle capacity as shown on the label attached to the drivers door shut f...

  • Page 160

    Warning! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in personal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack “cautions” when carrying cargo on your roof rack. 160 understanding the features of y...

  • Page 161: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 䡵 instrument cluster description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 䡵 electronic digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 162

    ▫ radio operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 ▫ cd player operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 䡵 sales code rb1 — am/fm stereo radio with dvd/gps navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 ▫ clock setting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 䡵 6–d...

  • Page 163

    ▫ cd player — 6 disc in cargo area . . . . . . . . . 201 䡵 cd/dvd disc maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 䡵 radio operation and cellular phones . . . . . . . . 202 䡵 climate controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 ▫ manual air conditioning and heating system 203 ▫ opera...

  • Page 164

    Instrument panel and controls 164 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 165

    Instrument cluster understanding your instrument panel 165 4.

  • Page 166

    Instrument cluster description 1. Tachometer indicates the permissible engine revolutions-per-minute for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage. 2. Turn signal indicator light the arrows will flash in unison with the exterior turn signals, ...

  • Page 167

    And check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and sto...

  • Page 168

    7. Fog light indicator light — if equipped this light shows when the front fog lights are on. 8. Malfunction indicator light this light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called obd ii which monitors engine and auto- matic transmission control systems. This light will illuminate when the igniti...

  • Page 169

    If the abs light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefit of anti-lock brakes. The operation of the abs light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the off position to the on position. The light should illuminate for approximately four second...

  • Page 170

    Holding the button in resets the trip odometer. Also, pressing the “reset” button will clear out any warning messages in the odometer display. 13. Odometer/trip odometer a vacuum fluorescent display indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven. Also, the cluster will display, replacing t...

  • Page 171

    If the warning light comes on and remains on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine. Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. Also, a single chime will sound. 16. Transmission temperature warning light this light indicates that there is excessive trans- mission fluid...

  • Page 172

    Warning! Driving a vehicle with the brake warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking per- formance or vehicle stability during braking may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle or will make your vehicle harder to control. You could have an accident. Have the vehicl...

  • Page 173

    21. Fuel gage when the ignition key is in the on position, the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. A small arrow indicates the side of the vehicle where the filler cap (gas cap) is located. 22. Low fuel warning light when the fuel level reaches approximately 2.3 u.S. Gall...

  • Page 174

    26. Electronic throttle control (etc) warning light — if equipped this light informs you of a problem with the electronic throttle control system. If a prob- lem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash depending on the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition...

  • Page 175

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

  • Page 176

    Electronic digital clock the clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio. A digital readout shows the time in hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in the on or acc position and the time button is pressed. When the ignition switch is in the off position, or when the r...

  • Page 177

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

  • Page 178

    Radio operation power/volume control press the on/vol control to turn the radio on. Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume. Note: power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Seek press and release th...

  • Page 179

    Stations stored in set 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed. Audio the audio button controls the bass, treble, bal- ance, and fade. Press the audio button and bass will be displayed. Press the s...

  • Page 180

    1. This device may not cause harmful interference, 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera- tion. Note: changes or modifications not expressively ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to ...

  • Page 181

    Seek press the top of the seek button for the next selection on the cd. Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the cd is within the first second of the current selection. Ejt — eject press the ejt bu...

  • Page 182

    Satellite radio (if equipped). When satellite radio (if equipped) is selected “sat” will appear in your radio display. A cd or tape may remain in the player while in the satellite mode. Time press the time button to change the display from elapsed cd playing time to time of day. Cd changer control c...

  • Page 183

    Random play (rnd) press the random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace. Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the cd from the changer. Operating instructions - satellite radio mode (if equipped) refer ...

  • Page 184

    Sales code rbq—am/fm stereo radio with 6 - disc cd changer note: the radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Radio operation power/volume control press the pwr/vol control to turn the radio on. Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume. Note: power ...

  • Page 185

    Channel number will then be displayed for five seconds. The current channel name and number will then be displayed until an action occurs. Cd’s may remain in the player while in the satellite radio mode. Seek press and release the seek button to search for the next station in either the am or fm mod...

  • Page 186

    Audio the audio button controls the bass, treble, bal- ance, and fade. Press the audio button and bass will be displayed. Press the seek + or seek – to increase or decrease the bass tones. Press the audio button a second time and treb will be displayed. Press the seek + or seek – to increase or decr...

  • Page 187

    Cd player operation note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position and the power / volume control pushed on before the cd player will operate. Inserting the compact disc caution! This cd player will accept 4 3 ⁄ 4 inch (12 cm) discs only. The use of other sized discs may damage the cd p...

  • Page 188

    Radio display will show “ejecting” when it is being ejected. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the cd is not removed, the radio will continue to play the non-removed cd. If the cd is removed and there are other cd’s in the radio, the radio ...

  • Page 189

    Pty (program type) button pressing this button once will turn on the pty mode for 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the pty icon will turn off. Pressing the pty button repeatedly within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. Many radio stations do no...

  • Page 190

    Program type radio display talk talk top 40 top 40 weather weather by pressing the seek button when the pty icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected pty name. The pty function only operates when in the fm mode. The radio display will flash “seek...

  • Page 191

    A cd hot symbol indicates the player is too hot. Cd hot will pause the operation. Play can be resumed when the operating temperature is corrected or another mode is selected. Cd error will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the disc data for the following reasons: • warped disc • e...

  • Page 192

    Variety of destinations and routes. Refer to your “navi- gation user’s manual” for detailed operating instruc- tions. Note: if your vehicle is not equipped with the cd changer option, you will not be able to use the naviga- tion system and the cd player simultaneously. Always remove the navigation d...

  • Page 193

    2. At the clock setup screen highlight the box next to “time zone” and press enter. 3. Highlight the appropriate time zone for you location and press enter to store your selection. 4. Select “done” when finished. Note: when you are traveling and enter a new time zone, the clock must be reset manuall...

  • Page 194

    6–disc remote cd changer — if equipped loading the cd changer removing the cd changer magazine note: always keep the cd changer door closed except when ejecting or installing the magazines. The door is designed to keep dust, dirt, and foreign objects out of the cd changer. Handle the magazine with r...

  • Page 195

    4. Close the cd changer door by sliding it to the left. Loading discs into the magazine gently pull out a tray from the magazine, and place the disc with the label as indicated on the top of the magazine (up to 6 discs). Slide the tray into the magazine until it locks in place. Do not remove the tra...

  • Page 196

    System activation to activate your sirius satellite radio service, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the sirius web site at www.Sirius.Com. Please have the following informa- tion available when activating your system: 1. The electronic serial number/sirius identification number (esn/...

  • Page 197

    Mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned off, or 5 minutes has passed since any button was pushed. Selecting satellite mode in rbb, rah and rbk radios press the mode button repeatedly until ⬙ s a ⬙ appears in the display. A cd or tape may remain in the radio while in the satellit...

  • Page 198

    Note: channels that may contain objectionable content can be blocked. Contact sirius customer care at 888-539- 7474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblock- ing. Please have your esn/sid information available. Storing and selecting pre-set channels in addition to the 10 am and 10 fm pre-s...

  • Page 199

    Satellite antenna to ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location or strap items to the trunk lid around the trunk lid antenna (if equipped). Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance. Larger lug- gag...

  • Page 200

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

  • Page 201

    Radio operation pressing the top of the switch will “seek” up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will “seek” down for the next listenable station. The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- gram...

  • Page 202

    If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track, three times, it will play the third, etc. The button in the center of the left hand switch will cause the cd changer to play the next available disc in the 6–disc magazine. Cd/dvd disc maintenance to keep the cd/dvd discs in good co...

  • Page 203

    Climate controls manual air conditioning and heating system the controls for the heating, air conditioning, and venti- lation system in this vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs, and a push-button. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions. Blower control the rot...

  • Page 204

    Normal occurrence as the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and increase fuel economy. Mode control the mode selector (the center rotary knob and the push-button above it) can be set in any of the following positions: off this position turns off the blower motor and outside air wil...

  • Page 205

    Enabled in floor mode to provide less humid air, espe- cially when heat is used. This will help you reduce or prevent window fogging in high humidity conditions. This function cannot be disabled. You may still select the desired amount of heat using the temperature control dial. The heated air will ...

  • Page 206

    Smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows. Contaminates increase the rate of window fogging. Winter operation when operating the system during the winter months, make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of ice, slush, snow, or other obstructions. Vacat...

  • Page 207: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 ▫ manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 ▫ normal starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 ▫ extreme c...

  • Page 208

    ▫ shifting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 ▫ selec-trac 威 operating information/precautions — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 ▫ shift positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 ▫ shifting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 209

    ▫ tire spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 ▫ tread wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 ▫ life of tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 ▫ replacement tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 ▫ alignment and balance . . . . ....

  • Page 210

    䡵 trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 ▫ common towing definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 ▫ trailer hitch classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 ▫ trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) . . . . . . . . . 287 ▫ trailer and tongue weigh...

  • Page 211

    Starting procedures before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Caution! Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds can cause excessive exhaust tempera- tures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave your...

  • Page 212

    Note: this vehicle is equipped with a transmission shift interlocking system. The brake pedal must be depressed to shift out of park (p). Normal starting normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Turn the key to the start posit...

  • Page 213

    If engine fails to start if the engine fails to start after you have followed the “normal starting” procedure, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded. Caution!...

  • Page 214

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

  • Page 215

    Caution! Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds can cause excessive exhaust tempera- tures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running. Warning! Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior h...

  • Page 216

    Manual transmission clutch interlocking ignition system 2wd models only — manual transmission vehicles are equipped with a clutch interlock safety feature. The clutch pedal must be fully depressed to allow cranking of the engine. 4wd models only — the exception to this clutch inter- lock is 4wd mode...

  • Page 217

    Warning! When parking your vehicle, always leave a manual transmission in first gear and apply the parking brake fully to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. Never use any gear as a substitute for the parking brake. Caution! To drive as safely as possible and to prolong the...

  • Page 218

    • do not operate at sustained high engine or road speeds in lower gears. Engine damage may result. • do not downshift into a low gear while traveling at too high a speed for that gear. Engine, clutch, or transmis- sion damage may result. • do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. This causes heat ...

  • Page 219

    Recommended manual transmission downshifting speeds to prevent clutch and transmission damage, your vehicle should be downshifted at speeds no greater than those listed in the chart below: manual transmission downshift speeds in mph (km/h) gear selec- tion 6th to 5th 5th to 4th 4th to 3rd 3rd to 2nd...

  • Page 220

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

  • Page 221

    Automatic transmission with overdrive shifting from d (drive) to p (park) or r (reverse) (or from p or r to d) should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake when moving the shift lever between these gears. Gear ranges p...

  • Page 222

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

  • Page 223

    • vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph (48 km/h). • transmission has reached normal operating tempera- ture. When frequent transmission shifting occurs while using overdrive, such as when operating the vehicle under heavy load conditions (for example, in hilly terrain, strong head winds, or t...

  • Page 224

    Time restores the overdrive function. The lockout feature is useful when towing a trailer or carrying a heavy load. Note: if the vehicle is started in cold outside tempera- tures, shifts into overdrive may be delayed. Normal overdrive and shifting operation will resume when the temperature of the tr...

  • Page 225

    Over temperature mode the transmission electronics constantly monitor the transmission oil temperature. If the transmission gets too hot, the transmission will change the way it shifts to help control the condition. This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation ...

  • Page 226

    Normal condition and will not cause damage to the transmission. The torque converter will refill within 5 seconds of shifting from p (park) into any other gear position. Four-wheel drive operation command-trac 姞 operating information/precautions the command-trac 威 transfer case provides 4 mode posit...

  • Page 227

    Caution! • do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. The command- trac transfer case is not equipped with a synchro- nizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for the shift to take place. Shifting while only the front or rear wheels...

  • Page 228

    Shift positions for additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below: 2h rear wheel drive high range - normal street and highway driving. Dry hard surfaced roads. 4h 4-wheel-drive high range - locks the front and rear driveshafts together. F...

  • Page 229

    4h to 4l or 4l to 4h with the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission to n (neutral) or depress the clutch on a manual transmission. While the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift the transfer case lever firmly to the desired position. Do not pa...

  • Page 230

    Including dry hard surfaced roads. The 4 full time mode allows the front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds which eliminates driveline binding and component wear that is normally associated with driving the vehicle in the 4 part time position on dry hard surfaced roads. This feature provi...

  • Page 231

    Caution! • do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. The selec-trac transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for the shift to take place. Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are ...

  • Page 232

    Shift positions for additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below: 2wd rear wheel drive high range - normal street and highway driving. Dry hard surfaced roads. 4 part time part time 4–wheel drive high range - locks the transfer case inte...

  • Page 233

    Accelerator pedal may be required after shifting. This will induce a torque interrupt and allow full engagement of the newly selected position. With the vehicle stationary it may be necessary to shift the automatic transmission from d (drive) to r (reverse) and back to d (drive) after shifting. This...

  • Page 234

    Completing the shift. If difficulty occurs, shift transmis- sion to n (neutral), hold foot on brake, and turn engine off. Make shift to desired mode. Note: shifting into or out of 4lo is possible with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may oc- cur due to the mating clutch teeth not b...

  • Page 235

    Warning! On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differen- tial, never run the engine with one rear wheel off the ground. The vehicle may drive through the rear wheel remaining on the ground and cause you to lose control of your vehicle. On-road driving tips utility vehicles have higher ground clea...

  • Page 236

    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 237

    Maintenance after driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle fluids and lubricants (engine oil, transmission oil, axle, transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contami- nated. Contaminated fluid (milky, foamy in appearance) should be flushed/changed as soon as possible to pre- vent c...

  • Page 238

    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 care- fully straight down a hill in r (reverse) gear. Never back down a hill in n (neutral) using...

  • Page 239

    • 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 240

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

  • Page 241

    Warning! • always fully apply the parking brake when leaving your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury. Also, be certain to leave an automatic trans- mission in p (park), a manual transmission in r (reverse) or 1st gear. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage o...

  • Page 242

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

  • Page 243

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

  • Page 244

    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 th...

  • Page 245

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

  • Page 246

    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 = s...

  • Page 247

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

  • Page 248

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

  • Page 249

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure for pas- senger cars is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “b” pillar. For vehicles other than passenger cars, the cold tire inflation pressures are listed on either th...

  • Page 250

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

  • Page 251

    Combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here. Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “the combined weight of occu- pants and cargo should never exceed xxx pounds” on your vehicle’s placa...

  • Page 252

    252 starting and operating.

  • Page 253

    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 254

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

  • Page 255

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

  • Page 256

    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 257

    Tire spinning when stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h). Warning! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not sp...

  • Page 258

    These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the indicators appear in 2 or more adjacent grooves, the tire should be replaced. Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point. Life of tire...

  • Page 259

    Replacement tires the tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu- facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance wh...

  • Page 260

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

  • Page 261

    Tire chains that are recommended for this vehicle are listed below: • mopar 威 p/n 82206828 with p235/70r16 and p235/ 65r17 tires. • mopar 威 p/n 82207074 with p215/75r16 tires. Note: in order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of time on dry pavemen...

  • Page 262

    Note: the premium tire pressure monitor system will automatically locate the pressure values displayed in the correct vehicle position following a tire rotation. The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross” shown in the following diagram. Tire pressure monitor system (tpms) the tire pressure...

  • Page 263

    The tpm system will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning threshold for any reason, including low tem- perature effects. The tpm system will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn ...

  • Page 264

    Base system — if equipped the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the receiver module. Note: it is particul...

  • Page 265

    The “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” will flash on and off for 60 seconds, and an audible chime will sound when a system fault is detected. The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes, without an audible chime, until the fault condition no longer exists. If the ignition key is cycled, thi...

  • Page 266

    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 the tire pressure monitoring sensor. Note: • the tpms is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, or t...

  • Page 267

    The tire pressure monitor system (tpms) consists of the following components: • receiver module • 4 wheel sensors • various tire pressure monitoring system messages, which display in the electronic vehicle information center (evic). Refer to section 4 of this manual. • tire pressure monitoring tellt...

  • Page 268

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) will display a “check tpm system” text message. The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes, without an audible chime, until the fault condition no longer exists. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still...

  • Page 269

    • various tire pressure monitoring system messages, which display in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) • tire pressure monitoring telltale light a tire pressure monitoring sensor is located in the spare wheel if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full size spare wheel and tire as...

  • Page 270

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

  • Page 271

    Light” will no longer flash, the ⬙ check tpm system ⬙ text message will no longer display, and a pressure value will be displayed instead of dashes. Note: in the event that the matching full size spare tire is swapped with a low pressure road tire, the next ignition key cycle will still show the “ti...

  • Page 272

    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 the wheel rim sensor. Note: • the tpms is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, nor to provide warn...

  • Page 273

    Fuel requirements (gasoline engines) your engine is designed to meet all emis- sions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when us- ing high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane rating of 87. The use of premium gasoline is not recommended. The use of premium gasoline w...

  • Page 274

    Reformulated gasoline many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “reformulated gasoline.” reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates, and are spe- cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- prove air quality. The manufacturer supports the use of re...

  • Page 275

    To reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance in some vehicles. The manufacturer recom- mends using gasolines without mmt. Since the mmt content of gasoline may not be indicated on the pump, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not his/her gasoline contains mmt. It is ...

  • Page 276

    • the use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended. Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of the manufactu...

  • Page 277

    The vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. • keep the swing gate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. Adding fuel caution! Do not pu...

  • Page 278

    Caution! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting after- market cap can cause the mil (malfunction indica- tor light) to illuminate, due to fuel ...

  • Page 279

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

  • Page 280

    Warning! • never add fuel when the engine is running. • never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel cap is removed or the tank filled. Vehicle loading certification label as required by national highway traffic safety admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a cer...

  • Page 281

    Each axle gawr is determined by the components in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension components sometimes specified by purchasers for in- creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi- cle’s gvwr. Tire size the ...

  • Page 282

    Within the specified gvwr. If so, weight must be shifted from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the specified weight limitations are met. Store the heavier items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving. Improper weig...

  • Page 283

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

  • Page 284

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

  • Page 285

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

  • Page 286

    Trailer hitch classification the rear bumper is intended to tow 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 pac...

  • Page 287

    Trailer hitch classification class max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) class i - light duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) class ii - medium duty 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) class iii - heavy duty 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) class iv - extra heavy duty 10,000 lbs (4 540 kg) all trailer hitches should be professionally installed on ...

  • Page 288

    Engine/ transmission model gcwr (gross com- bined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Tongue wt. (see note 1) 3.7l/6-speed manual 4x2 8,500 lbs (3 855 kg) 40 sq. Ft. (3.72 square meters) 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg) 3.7l/6-speed manual 4x4 8,750 lbs (3 969 kg) 40 sq. ...

  • Page 289

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

  • Page 290

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

  • Page 291

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

  • Page 292

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

  • Page 293

    Actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required. − trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). Caution! If the trailer weigh...

  • Page 294

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

  • Page 295

    If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in first gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage. Towing tips — automatic transmission the “d” range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3” range should be selected. ...

  • Page 296

    Towing tips — cooling system to reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: − city driving when stopped for short periods of time, put transmission in neutral and increase engine idle speed. − highway driving reduce speed. − air conditioning turn off tempo...

  • Page 297

    (for automatic transmission) or into any forward gear (for manual transmission) for recreational towing. Shifting into neutral (n) use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing. Caution! It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully...

  • Page 298

    Caution! Transmission damage may occur if the automatic transmission is shifted into p (park) with the transfer case in n (neutral) and the engine running. With the transfer case in n (neutral) ensure that the engine is off prior to shifting the transmission into p (park) (refer to steps 7 – 8 above...

  • Page 299

    Caution! Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged. Snow plow snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the front end str...

  • Page 301: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 䡵 jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 ▫ jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 ▫ sp...

  • Page 302

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

  • Page 303

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

  • Page 304

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

  • Page 305

    Spare tire stowage to remove the spare tire from the carrier, remove the tire cover, if equipped, and remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench turning them counterclockwise. Note: if you have added aftermarket accessories to the spare tire mounted carrier, it cannot exceed a gross weight of 50 lbs (2...

  • Page 306

    • block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally oppo- site of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. • passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. Jacking instructions 1. Remove spare tire. 2. Loosen (...

  • Page 307

    5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability. Warning! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle...

  • Page 308

    Nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correct wheel nut tightness is 130 n·m (95 ft. Lbs). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station. 10. Lower the jack to it’s fully closed position. Warning! A loose tir...

  • Page 309

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

  • Page 310

    5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure you have a good contact on the engine. Warning! • you should not try to start your vehicle by push- ing or towing. • do not connect the cable...

  • Page 311

    Emergency tow hooks — if equipped if your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, they are mounted in the front and the rear. Caution! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage your vehicle. ...

  • Page 312

    4wd models only the manufacturer recommends towing with all four wheels off the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised and the other end on a towing dolly. 312 what to do in emergencies.

  • Page 313: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment – 3.7l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 䡵 onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . . . . . . . . 317 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3...

  • Page 314

    ▫ driveline and steering component lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 ▫ body lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 ▫ windshield wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 ▫ windshield washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 ▫ exhau...

  • Page 315

    ▫ rear tail, stop, turn signal, and back-up lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 ▫ center high mounted stop light (chmsl) . . . 365 䡵 fluids and capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 䡵 fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts . . . . . . . . 367 ▫ engine . . . . . . ....

  • Page 316

    Engine compartment – 3.7l 316 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 317

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

  • Page 318

    The fuel filler cap properly to turn the message off (light will time out). If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. Emissions inspection and maintenance programs in some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle’s ...

  • Page 319

    A. The mil will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s obd system is not ready and you should not proceed to the i/m station. B. The mil will not flash at all and will remain fully ...

  • Page 320

    Note: intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Warning! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about you...

  • Page 321

    Caution! Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. Change engine oil road conditions as well as your kind of driving affect the interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the following to determine if any apply to y...

  • Page 322

    Engine oil selection for best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are api cer- tified and meet the requirements of daimlerchrysler material standard ms-6395. American petroleum institute (api) engine...

  • Page 323

    Materials added to engine oils the manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and it’s performance may be impaired by supplemental addi- tives. Disposing of used engine oil and oil filte...

  • Page 324

    Special tools are required to properly measure tension and to restore belt tension to factory specifications. Also, check belt routing to make sure there is no interference between the belts and other engine components. Spark plugs spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor- mance and em...

  • Page 325

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

  • Page 326

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

  • Page 327

    Crankcase emission control system proper operation of this system depends on freedom from sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle mileage builds up, the pcv valve and passages may accumulate deposits. If a valve is not working properly, replace it with a new valve. Do not attempt to clean t...

  • Page 328

    To determine the battery charge, check the battery test indicator (if equipped) on top of the battery. Refer to the illustration. 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 neg...

  • Page 329

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

  • Page 330

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

  • Page 331

    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 com- ponents at the intervals specif...

  • Page 332

    Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. Windshield washers the fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared. It is located in the front ...

  • Page 333

    Exhaust system the best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of the vehicle i...

  • Page 334

    Leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the a/c con- denser (if equipped) or the radiator core. Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of connection at the coolant recovery bottle and...

  • Page 335

    Caution! • mixing of antifreeze/coolant other than the speci- fied hoat antifreeze/coolant may result in de- creased corrosion protection and engine damage. If a non-hoat antifreeze/coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it should be replaced with the specified antifreeze/coo...

  • Page 336

    Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water/antifreeze (coolant) solu- tion. The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the prope...

  • Page 337

    Disposal of used engine coolant used hybrid organic additive technology (hoat) antifreeze/coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children, do not store hoat a...

  • Page 338

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

  • Page 339

    Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed. Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present. Components should be replaced immedi- ately if there is any evidence of degradation that could cause failure. Fuel system c...

  • Page 340

    Cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling suggest deteriora- tion of the rubber. Particular attention should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present. ...

  • Page 341

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

  • Page 342

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

  • Page 343

    Transfer case fluid level check inspect the transfer case for fluid leaks. If a fluid leak is evident, the transfer case fluid level can be checked by removing the fill plug (b) located at the back of the transfer case. The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the fill hole (a) when the vehic...

  • Page 344

    Caution! When installing plugs, do not overtighten. You could damage them and cause them to leak. Selection of lubricant use only manufacturer’s recommended fluid, refer to fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts for correct fluid type. Manual transmission selection of lubricant use only manufacturer’...

  • Page 345

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

  • Page 346

    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 brakes and shift the transmission into p ...

  • Page 347

    Maintenance after off-road driving after extended operation in mud, sand or water, or similar dirty conditions, have your brake drums, brake linings, and axle joints inspected and cleaned as soon as possible. This will prevent any abrasive material from causing excessive wear or unpredictable brakin...

  • Page 348

    Hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- body protection. The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle. What causes corrosion? Corrosion i...

  • Page 349

    Caution! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will scratch metal and painted surfaces. Special care • if you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month. • it is important tha...

  • Page 350

    • if a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel. • use mopar 威 touch up paint on scratches or chips as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. Wheel and wheel trim care all wheels and wheel trim, e...

  • Page 351

    Do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter- gents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean your 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 f...

  • Page 352

    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 353

    Fuse panel interior fuses the fuse panel is on the left side of the instrument panel. A label is attached to the fuse panel cover to identify each fuse for ease of replacement. Cavity fuse description 1 15 amp blue horn relay, power sunroof relay, power window relay 2 10 amp red rear fog lights (exp...

  • Page 354

    Cavity fuse description 12 15 amp blue stop lights 13 10 amp red body control module/cmtc/ cluster/pass. Airbag on,off indicator, auto daylight mirror/light bar switch (ren- egade only) 14 10 amp red pdc fuel pump/ac clutch, starter relay/engine controller/transmission con- troller (diesel only) 15 ...

  • Page 355

    Cavity fuse description 32 10 amp red wiper switch/front and rear wipers 33 10 amp red skim module/data link con- nector 34 15 amp blue body control module/ cluster/interior lights, hands free module/radio/cmtc/ itm module & siren (export only) 35 spare cavity fuse description 36 10 amp red airbag c...

  • Page 356

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

  • Page 357

    Power distribution center (gasoline engines) cavity fuse description f1 40 amp green blower motor f2 40 amp green radiator fan f3 50 amp red jb power f4 40 amp green abs pump f5 20 amp yel- low ngc trans f6 30 amp pink asd f7 50 amp red jb power f8 40 amp green ign/start f9 50 amp red jb power f10 3...

  • Page 358

    Cavity fuse description f25 20 amp yel- low abs valves f26 25 amp natu- ral injectors f27 open f28 15 amp blue starter r29 half iso re- lay fuel pump r30 half iso re- lay starter r31 half iso re- lay wiper on/off r32 half iso re- lay wiper hi/lo r33 full iso relay h. Blower r34 full iso relay rad. F...

  • Page 359

    Power distribution center (diesel engines) cavity fuse description f1 40 amp green blower motor f2 40 amp green radiator fan f3 50 amp red jb power f4 40 amp green abs pump f5 open f6 30 amp pink asd f7 50 amp red jb power f8 40 amp green ign/start f9 50 amp red jb power f10 30 amp pink trailer tow ...

  • Page 360

    Cavity fuse description f25 20 amp yel- low abs valves f26 25 amp natu- ral injectors f27 open f28 15 amp blue starter r29 half iso relay fuel heater r30 half iso relay starter r31 half iso relay wiper on/off r32 half iso relay wiper hi/lo r33 full iso relay h. Blower r34 full iso relay rad. Fan hi ...

  • Page 361

    Vehicle storage if you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. You may: • remove cartridge fuse #15 in the power distribution center labeled ignition-off draw (iod). • store the removed iod fuse in the power distribution center locat...

  • Page 362

    Exterior lights bulb type front side marker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9007ql rear license plate light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 rear stop/tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157 p27/7w r...

  • Page 363

    Front turn signal 1. Remove the screw from the turn signal/park lamp unit. 2. Pull the inboard side of the lamp away enough to disengage the tab that secures the outboard side of the lamp from the slot in the front bumper fascia. 3. Rotate the bulb socket counter-clockwise to unlock it. Caution! Do ...

  • Page 364

    Front fog light (front fascia mounted) 1. Remove the three screws from the backside of the lamp housing. 2. Pull the bezel and lens away from the lamp housing far enough to access and disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb pigtail wire. 3. Pinch together the two hooked ends of the bulb retain...

  • Page 365

    Rear tail, stop, turn signal, and back-up lights 1. Open the swing gate. 2. Remove the two torx fasteners. 3. Remove rear lamp assembly. 4. Rotate the socket on the back of the lamp housing counter-clockwise to unlock it. 5. Replace the bulb. Center high mounted stop light (chmsl) 1. Remove the two ...

  • Page 366

    Fluids and capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 20.5 gallons 78 liters engine oil with filter 3.7 liter engines (sae 5w-20, api certified) 5 qts 4.7 liters cooling system * 3.7 liter engine (mopar 威 antifreeze/coolant 5 year/100,000 mile formula) 14 qts 13.2 liters * includes heater and coolant...

  • Page 367

    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 (hybrid or- ganic additive technology) engine oil (3.7l engine) use api certified sae 5w-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of daim...

  • Page 368

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part automatic transmission mopar 威 atf+4 automatic transmission fluid manual transmission mopar 威 manual transmission lubricant or equivalent (meeting the re- quirements of daimlerchrysler material standard ms-9224) transfer case mopar 威 atf+4 automati...

  • Page 369: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 emission control system maintenance . . . . . . . . 370 䡵 maintenance schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 ▫ schedule “b” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 ▫ schedule “a” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 8 m a i n t...

  • Page 370

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

  • Page 371

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

  • Page 372

    Once a month • check the 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, brake master cylinder, and transmission, and add as needed. • check all lights and all other electrica...

  • Page 373

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

  • Page 374

    Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 (kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. X inspect the brake linings. X drain a...

  • Page 375

    Miles 18,000 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 (kilometers) (30 000) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. X inspect the pcv valve, and rep...

  • Page 376

    Miles 33,000 36,000 39,000 42,000 45,000 (kilometers) (55 000) (60 000) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. X inspect the brake linings. X dra...

  • Page 377

    Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000 (kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. X inspect the pcv valve, and re...

  • Page 378

    Miles 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 75,000 (kilometers) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) (125 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. X inspect the brake linings. ...

  • Page 379

    Miles 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (kilometers) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. X inspect the pcv valve, an...

  • Page 380

    Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 (kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. X inspect the brake linings...

  • Page 381

    Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 (kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. X inspect the pcv valv...

  • Page 382

    Miles 123,000 126,000 129,000 132,000 135,000 (kilometers) (205 000) (210 000) (215 000) (220 000) (225 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. X inspect the brake lini...

  • Page 383

    Miles 138,000 141,000 144,000 147,000 150,000 (kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000) change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. X inspect the pcv valve,...

  • Page 384

    Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts. † applies only if vehicle is used for frequent trailer towing or fleet/commercial service. 〫 this maintenance is recommended by the manufac- turer to the owner, but is not required ...

  • Page 385

    Schedule “a” miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 (kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) [months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x x rotate the tires. X x x x x inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if necessary. X replac...

  • Page 386

    Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54, 000 (kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) [months] [36] [42] [48] [54] change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x rotate the tires. X x x x inspect the brake linings. X x 386 schedule “a” 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 387

    Miles 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 (kilometers) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000) (130 000) [months] [60] [66] [72] [78] change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x rotate the tires. X x x x inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if nec- essary. X inspect the pcv valve, and replace i...

  • Page 388

    Miles 84,000 90,000 96,000 102, 000 (kilometers) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000) [months] [84] [90] [96] [102] change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x rotate the tires. X x x x inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if nec- essary. X inspect the pcv valve, and replac...

  • Page 389

    Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000 (kilometers) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) (210 000) [months] [108] [114] [120] [126] change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x rotate the tires. X x x x inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if nec- essary. X inspect the pcv valve, and r...

  • Page 390

    Miles 132,000 138,000 144,000 150,000 (kilometers) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250 000) [months] [132] [138] [144] [150] change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X x x x rotate the tires. X x x x inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if necessary. X inspect the pcv valve, and rep...

  • Page 391: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 ▫ prepare for the appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 ▫ be reasonable with re...

  • Page 392

    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 393

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

  • Page 394

    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 395

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

  • Page 396

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

  • Page 397

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

  • Page 398

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

  • Page 399: Index

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  • Page 400

    Abs (anti-lock brake system) . . . . . . . . . . . . 168,241 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 air cleaner, engine (engine air cleaner filter) . . . 324 air conditioner maintenance . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 401

    Auxiliary electrical outlet (power outlet) . . . . . . 150 auxiliary power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 emergency starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308 keyless transmitter replacement (rke)...

  • Page 402

    Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 caution, exhaust gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74,144 cd (compact disc) changer . . . . . . . . . . 181,182,194 cd (compact disc) player . . . . . . . . . 177,180,184,187 cd (compact disc) player maintenance . . . . . . ...

  • Page 403

    Radiator cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 selection of coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . 334,366 temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 crankcase emission control system . . . . . . . . . . 327 cruise control (speed control) . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 404

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) . . . . 135 emergency brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 emergency, in case of hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 jump starting . . . . ...

  • Page 405

    Filters air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 engine oil disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 finish care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 flashers hazard war...

  • Page 406

    Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 garage door opener (homelink 威 ) . . . . . . . . . . . 143 gas cap (fuel filler cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . 277,279,317 gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 gasoline, reformulated . . . . . . ...

  • Page 407

    Hydraulic clutch fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 identifying your engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 cables (spark plug wires) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 key . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 408

    Latch (lower anchors and tether for children) . . . . . 68,69 lead free gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 life of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117,361 airbag . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 409

    Rear servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 rear tail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 seat belt reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 security alarm (theft alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 sentry key . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 410

    Lubricant selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 shift speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 map/reading lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 master cylinder (brakes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 mini-trip computer . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 411

    Pressure warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322,366 synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322,366 oil filter, selection . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 412

    Programming transmitters (remote keyless entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 radial ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 radio broadcast signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 radio, navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 radi...

  • Page 413

    Safety checks outside vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 safety defects, reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395 safety, exhaust gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 safety information, tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 safety tips . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 414

    Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220,221 manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 transfer case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228,232 shoulder belt upper anchorage . . . ...

  • Page 415

    System, navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 temperature gauge, engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . 169 tether anchor, child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 theft system arming . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282,311 disabled vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 weight . . . . . . . . ...

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    Universal transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 unleaded gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 upholstery care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 vacuum/vapor harnesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . ...