Dodge 2005 Magnum manual

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE ........................... 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................ 5 9 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL ................................. 1 2 7 [...]

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    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction ........................... 4 䡵 How T o Use This Manual ................. 4 䡵 W arnings And Cautions .................. 6 䡵 V ehicle Identification Number .............. 6 䡵 V ehicle Modifications / Alterations .......... 7 1[...]

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    INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepar ed with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a W arranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. Y ou are urged to read these publications car efully . Following the instruc- ti[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 5 1[...]

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    W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains W ARNINGS against operating procedur es 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 entir e manual you may miss important information. Observe all W arnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDE[...]

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    VEHICLE MODIFICA TIONS / AL TERA TIONS W ARNING! 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 7 1[...]

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    THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys ................. 1 1 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ................... 1 1 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................ 1 2 䡵 Sentry Key ............................ 1 2 ▫ Replacement Keys ...................... 1 3 ▫ Customer Key Programming .............. 1 4 ?[...]

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    ▫ Power W indows ....................... 2 7 䡵 Occupant Restraints ..................... 2 8 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ..................... 2 9 ▫ Pretensioners ......................... 3 4 ▫ Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) ........................... 3 4 ▫ Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped ..... 3 5 ▫ Seat Belt[...]

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    A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Y ou can insert the double sided keys into the locks with either side up. The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys fr om your dealer . Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Removal The sh[...]

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    Refer to Personal Settings in the electronic vehicle infor - mation center (EVIC) Section of your Owner ’ s Manual for details. W ARNING! Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger- ous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector le[...]

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    immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check. Afterwards, if the bulb remains on, this indicates a problem with the electr onics. If the bulb begins to flash after the bulb check, this indicates that an invalid key has been used to start the vehicle. Both of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two [...]

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    consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one which has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the dealer . Customer Key Programming Y ou can program new sentry keys to the system if you have two valid sentry keys by performing the [...]

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    General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interfer ence that may cause undes- ired operation. ILLUMINA[...]

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    W ARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsu[...]

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    Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if all of the following conditions are met: 1. The Auto Lock feature is enabled. 2. The transmission is in gear . 3. All doors are closed. 4. The throttle is pressed. 5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h). 6. The doors were not previously locked using [...]

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    3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors. 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. Auto Unlock The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: 1. The Auto Unlock feature is enabled. 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). 3. The transmission[...]

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    For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC the Auto Unlock Feature can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedur e: 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK position. 3. Depress the power door unlock switch to unlock the doors[...]

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    T o activate the system, open the rear door and move the child lock control, located near the door ’ s r ear latch, to the ON position. When the child lock system is engaged the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTR Y This system allows you to loc[...]

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    T o unlock the doors: Press and r elease the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once to unlock the driver ’ s door , or twice to unlock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash twice to acknowl- edge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system also turns on. The headlights will also activate and remain on for 90 seconds (programmable) when [...]

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    T o unlock the trunk: Press the T runk button on the transmitter two times to unlatch the trunk. NOTE: The transmitter can be programmed to unlatch the trunk by pr essing the T runk button only one time by performing the following procedur e: 1. Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmit- ter . 2. Continue to hold the Unlock button, wait at l[...]

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    The “ Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock ” feature can be reactivated by r epeating this procedure. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference r e[...]

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    2. Remove and replace the battery . A void touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery , clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. T o reassemble the transmitter case, snap the two halves together . Make sure ther e is an even “ gap ” be- tween the two halves. T est transmitter operation[...]

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    NOTE: • The driver ’ s door key cylinder and the liftgate button on the keyless entry transmitter cannot arm or disarm the system. • Once the alarm is set, and the liftgate button on the keyless entry transmitter is pressed, on a non-power liftgate vehicle, you have a 30 second one time access into the liftgate area. If the liftgate is not op[...]

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    LIFTGA TE The liftgate can be unlocked or locked by the remote keyless entry transmitter , or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors. Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. T o open the liftgate, depress the liftgate r elease switch located in the exterior handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid[...]

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    Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However , because the gas pressur e drops with tempera- ture, it may be necessary to assist the pr ops when opening the liftgate in cold weather . WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver ’ s door contr ol all the door windows. There ar e single window controls on each passenger [...]

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    Auto Down Feature The driver door power window switch, and some model passenger door power window switches have an auto down feature. Pr ess the window switch to the second detent, release, and the window will go down automati- cally . T o open the window part way , press the window switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window[...]

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    Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible. W ARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- led up. Y ou can strike the interior of your vehicle or other pass[...]

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    W ARNING! • W earing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body . These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. W earing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. Y ou might suffer internal injuries, or[...]

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    W ARNING! • 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 into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing [...]

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    W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won ’ t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos- sible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt can ’ t do its job as well. In a collision it could even cut into you. Be sure [...]

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    • If the rear seat back is pr operly latched and the rear center lap/shoulder belt still can not be pulled out, the Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR) system may be activated. T o reset this featur e you must let all of the belt webbing return into the r etractor . Y ou will not be able to pull out more webbing until all of the webbing has been re[...]

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    Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions ar e equipped with pretensioning devices that ar e designed to remove any slack fr om the seat belts in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt system by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant in a collision. Pretensioners work for all[...]

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    3. W ithin 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver ’ s seat belt at least thr ee times within 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled. NOTE: W atch for the Seat Belt W arning Light to turn on while unbuckling and off while r e-buckling the seat belt. It may be necessary to retract the seat belt. 4. T urn o[...]

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    Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if ther e is a collision. Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if so equipped) is in its lowest position, your dealer can provide you with[...]

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    This vehicle may also be equipped with left and right side curtain airbags to protect the driver and passengers sitting next to a window . If the vehicle is equipped with side curtain airbags, they are located above the side windows. Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG. NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will[...]

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    Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instr u- ment panel knee bolsters to provide impr oved protection for the driver and front passenger . Left and right side curtain airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. The seat belts are designed to pr otect you in [...]

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    6. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center . Phone numbers are pr ovided in the ⬙ If Y ou Need Customer Assistance ⬙ section in this manual. W ARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat[...]

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    • Left and Right Side Curtain Airbags Above Side W indows • Left and Right Side Impact Sensors • Interconnection W iring How The Airbag System W orks • The airbag control module determines if a fr ontal collision is severe enough to r equire the airbags to inflate. The control module r eceives the level of colli- sion severity , determines [...]

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    inflate to their full size. The airbags fully inflate in about 60 milliseconds. This is only about half of the time it takes you to blink your eyes. The airbags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger . The driver ’ s front airbag gas is vented through a vent hole in the r ear of the airbag. The passenger ’[...]

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    • It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have been deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the airbags will not be in place to protect you. W ARNING! Deployed airbags can ’ t protect you in another colli- sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Enhanced Accident Response Feat[...]

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    Maintaining Y our Airbag System W ARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. Y ou could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right [...]

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    This light should not be illuminated when an adult passenger is properly seated in the fr ont passenger seat. In this case, the airbag is ready to be inflated if a collision requiring an airbag occurs. The P AD Indica- tor Light is also turned off when the seat is empty . The only time that the P AD Indicator Light is turned on is when a small weig[...]

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    Drivers and adult passengers should verify that the P AD Indicator Light is not illuminated when they are riding in the front passenger seat. If an adult occupant ’ s weight is transferred to another part of the vehicle (like the door or instrument panel), the weight sensors in the seat may not properly classify the occupant. Objects lodged under[...]

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    • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel. When the ORC detects a collision requiring the airbags, it signals the inflator units. A lar ge quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags. Dif ferent airbag inflation rates may be po[...]

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    Airbag Light Y ou will want to have the airbags ready for your pr otec- tion in an impact. While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: • The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first tu[...]

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    treated confidentially . Confidential data will not be dis- closed by DaimlerChrysler to any third party except when: 1. Used for resear ch purposes, such as to match data with a particular crash recor d in an aggregate database, provided confidentiality of personal data is ther eafter preserved 2. Used in defense of litigation involving a DaimlerC[...]

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

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    W ARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer ’ s directions ex- actly when installing an infant or child restraint. • A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat. A rearward[...]

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    than one year . These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LA TCH child restraint anchorage system. (See the LA TCH — Child Seat Anchorage System Section.) The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who ar e still too small to fit the vehicle ’ s seat belts proper[...]

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    connection to the top tether anchorages have been avail- able for some time. For some older child restraints, many child restraint manufactur ers offer add-on tether strap kits or retr o-fit kits. Y ou are ur ged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child r e- straint in any vehicle. All three r ear seating position[...]

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    The rear seat lower anchorages ar e round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion wher e it meets the seat back, and are just visible when you lean into the r ear seat to install the child restraint. Y ou will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces. The rear seat lower anchorag[...]

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    W ARNING! Improper installation of a child restraint to the LA TCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer ’ s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. Installing Child Restraints Using the V ehicle Seat belt The passenger seat belt[...]

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    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 latch plate fr om the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again. If you still can ’ t make the child restraint secur e, try a differ ent seating position[...]

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    T ransporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thr own about and possibly injured, or injur e a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the r ear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secur ed by seat belts. ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDA TIONS A lo[...]

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    SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas W ARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. T o avoid breathing (CO) follow the safety tips below . Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to mo[...]

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    Airbag Light The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer . Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and pla[...]

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    UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors .............................. 6 2 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................. 6 2 ▫ Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror — If Equipped ............................ 6 2 ▫ Driver ’ s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped ............................ 6 3 ▫ Exterior Mir[...]

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    ▫ Lumbar Support ....................... 8 5 ▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ............... 8 5 ▫ Head Restraints ....................... 8 6 ▫ Folding Rear Seat ...................... 8 7 䡵 Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped ........... 8 8 䡵 T o Open And Close The Hood ............. 8 9 䡵 Lights ............................... 9 1 ?[...]

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    ▫ T o Activate .......................... 1 0 4 ▫ T o Set At A Desired Speed ............... 1 0 4 ▫ T o Deactivate ........................ 1 0 4 ▫ T o Resume Speed ..................... 1 0 4 ▫ T o V ary The Speed Setting ............... 1 0 4 ▫ T o Accelerate For Passing ............... 1 0 5 䡵 Overhead Console — If Equipped ....[...]

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    MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view thr ough the rear window . A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror . Annoying headlight glare can be r educed by moving the small control under the mirr or to the night position (toward r ear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjuste[...]

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    CAUTION! T o avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror . Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Driver ’ s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped The driver ’ s side outside mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare fr om vehicles beh[...]

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    Power Remote-Control Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver ’ s door trim panel next to the power door lock switch. A rotary knob selects the left mirror , right mirror , or off position. After selecting a mirror move the knob in the same direction you want the mirr or to move. Use the center off position to guard against accide[...]

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    HANDS – FREE COMMUNICA TION (UConnect ™ ) — IF EQUIPPED UConnect ™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in vehicle communications system. UConnect ™ allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone* using simple voice commands (e.g., ⬙ Call ѧ Mike ѧ W ork ⬙ or ⬙ Dial ѧ 248-555-1212 ⬙ ). Y our cellular phone ’ s audio i[...]

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    NOTE: For the best performance of the hands-free system ’ s audio and voice recognition adjust the r ear view mirror to pr ovide at least a 1/2 inch gap (1 cm) between the overhead console and the mirr or . The UConnect ™ system can be used with any Hands- Free Pr ofile certified Bluetooth ™ cellular phone. If your cellular phone supports a d[...]

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    • For certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying ⬙ Setup ⬙ and then ⬙ Phone Pairing, ⬙ the following compound command can be said: ⬙ Setup Phone Pairing. ⬙ • For each of the feature explanation in this section, only the combined form of the voice command is given. Y ou can also break the comman[...]

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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. ⬙ • When prompted, after the voice on beep, say ⬙ Pair a Phone. ⬙ • Y ou will be asked to say a four-digit pin number which you wi[...]

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    • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Dial. ⬙ • System will prompt you to say the number you want call. • For example, you can say ⬙ 234-567-8901. ⬙ The phone number that you enter must be of valid length and combination. The UConnect ™ limits the user from dialing invalid combination of numbers. For example[...]

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    • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g.: ⬙ Home, ⬙⬙ W ork, ⬙⬙ Mobile, ⬙ or ⬙ Pager ⬙ ). This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry , if desired. • When prompted, r ecite the phone number for the phonebook entry that you are adding. After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- boo[...]

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    • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. Y ou can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say ⬙ List Names ⬙ to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose. T o select one of the entries from the list, pr ess[...]

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    Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed thr ough the UConnect ™ system if the feature(s) ar e available on your cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service plan provides thr ee-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the UConnect ™ system. Check with your cellular service provider for the featur es [...]

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    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 pr ogress (one active and one on hold), press and hold the ’ Phone ’ button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call. Three-[...]

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    • After ignition key is switched to LOCK, a call can continue on the UConnect ™ system for certain dura- tion, after which the call is automatically transferred from the UConnect ™ system to the mobile phone. • An active call is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after ignition key is switched to LOCK V ehicles, such as Pacifica,[...]

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    Y our phone must be turned on and paired to the UConnect ™ system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect ™ system. T owing Assistance If you need towing assistance, • Press the ’ Phone ’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and t[...]

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    used to navigate through an automated customer service center menu structur e and to leave a number on a pager . Barge In - Overriding Prompts The ’ V oice 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 ⬙ W ould you like to pair[...]

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    may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progr ess. Once your call is answered, you will hear the audio. Mute/Un-mute (Mute off) When you mute the UConnect ™ system, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party , but the other party will not be able to hear you. In order to mute the UConn[...]

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    • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Setup List Phones ⬙ . • When prompted, say ⬙ List Phones ⬙ . • The UConnect ™ system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in or der from the highest to the lowest priority . Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start usin[...]

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    • Speak normally , without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet away from you. • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period. • Performance is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth ro[...]

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    • fully closed windows, and • dry weather condition. • Operation from driver seat. • Performance, such as, audio clarity , echo. and loud- ness to a large degr ee, rely on the phone and network, and not the UConnect ™ system. • Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. Bluetooth Communication Link [...]

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    UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 3[...]

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    SEA TS Power Seats The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor . Use this switch to move the driver ’ s seat up or down, forward or r earward, or to tilt the seat. The passenger ’ s seat will move up or down, forward or rearwar d. W ARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden moveme[...]

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    Power Reclining Seats The recliner contr ol is on the outboard side of the seat. W ARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. Lumbar Sup[...]

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    The front driver ’ s and passenger seats ar e heated. The controls for each heater ar e located near the bottom center of the instrument panel. After turning on the ignition, you can choose from High, Of f, or Low heat settings. Amber LEDs in the top portion of each switch indicate the level of heat in use. T wo LEDs are illumi- nated for high, o[...]

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    The head restraints have a locking button which must be pushed in to lower the head restraint. The r estraints may be raised without pushing in the button. Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forwar d to provide an additional storage area. Pull on the loops shown in the illustration to fold down either or both seatbacks. These loops [...]

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    When the seat back is folded to the upright position make sure it is latched by str ongly pulling on the top of the seat back above the seat strap. W ARNING! The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position) should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion. They c[...]

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    Press the switch r earward to move the pedals rearwar d (toward the driver). • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF . • The pedals can be adjusted while driving. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when the Speed Control is ON. CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or imped[...]

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    Next, move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. Use the hood prop r od to secure the hood in the open position. T o prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 6 inches (15 cm) and then dr[...]

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    LIGHTS Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console. Each light is turned ON by pr essing the lens. Press the lens a second time to turn the light OFF . The lights also turn on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upwar d, past the second detent. Interior Lights T[...]

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    Dome Light Position Rotate the dimmer control completely upwar d to the second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior lights will remain on when the dimmer contr ol is in this position. Interior light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the extr eme bottom “ OFF ” position. The interior lights will remain of f when the doors [...]

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    Multi-Function Lever The multi-function lever controls the operation of the turn signals, headlight beam selection, and passing lights. The lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel lig[...]

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    Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights whenever the ignition switch is on, the headlights are of f, and the parking brake is off. The headlight switch must be used for normal night time driving. Lights-on Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned OF[...]

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    partially up or down without moving beyond the detent. Releasing the lever at the detent will provide 3 flashes. If either light has a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulb is defective or there may be a cir cuit failur[...]

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    first detent position, then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay interval. Ther e are 6 possible delay wiper positions. The delay can be regulated fr om a maximum of approximately 23 seconds between cycles, to a cycle every second. Mist Feature Push the wiper lever in to activate a single wipe to clear off r oad mist or spray from [...]

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    range, the wiper will operate for two wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then r esume the intermittent inter- val previously selected. If the lever is pushed while in the OFF position, the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles, then turn OFF . Rear W indshield W asher T o use the rear washer , push the right side of the windshield wiper[...]

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    TIL T/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN Unlock the steering column by pulling out the handle located directly below the column. T o tilt the column move the steering wheel up or down as desired. T o lengthen or shorten the steering column pull out or push in the steering wheel. Lock the steering column in position by pushing the handle in until it fully [...]

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    The traction control system (TCS) warning light is located in the instrument cluster . The TCS light will flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to spin. This indicates that the TCS system is active. If the TCS warning light begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possib[...]

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    NOTE: • The traction control system comes on each time the ignition switch is turned ON. This will occur even if you used the button to turn the system OFF . • The T raction Control system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when in operation. BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM (BAS) — IF EQUIPPED BAS is standard on vehicles equipped with electr onic stabi[...]

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    either the BAS or the ESP system. If this light stays illuminated, have the BAS and ESP checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP is combined with the BAS on some models. The yellow BAS malfunction indicator light and the yellow ESP warning light in the instr ument cluster both come on with th[...]

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    The ESP warning light, located in the instr u- ment cluster , starts to flash as soon as the ESP system sensor ’ s information varies from the driver ’ s intended path. The ESP warning light also flashes when traction control is activated. If the ESP warning light begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as litt[...]

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    CAUTION! If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised, the engine must be shut off (key in the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK or ACC position). Otherwise the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes. Synchronizing ESP The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP is combined with the BAS on some models. If the power [...]

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    T o Activate: Push and release the speed contr ol lever ( “ ON/OFF ” ) once and an LED on the lever will illuminate indicating that the electronic speed contr ol is ON. T o turn the system OFF , Push and release the lever ( “ ON/OFF ” ) again and the system and indicator will turn off. W ARNING! Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system o[...]

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    so that pushing the lever up and releasing thr ee times will increase speed by 3 mph (4.8 km/h), etc. T o decrease speed while speed contr ol is set, push the lever down and hold ( “ COAST ” ). Release the lever when the desired speed is r eached, and the new speed will be set. Pushing down and releasing the lever ( “ COAST ” ) once will re[...]

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    OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED The overhead console contains courtesy/r eading lights, an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink 威 ), storage for sunglasses, and optional power sunroof switches. Courtesy/Reading Lights At the forward end of the console ar e two courtesy/ reading lights. Press the lens to turn these lights on. Pr ess a [...]

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    GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink 威 Universal T ransceiver replaces up to three r emote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper- ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the push of a button. The Universal T ransceiver operates off your vehicle ’ s battery and cha[...]

  • Page 108

    The Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver -interactive display which includes HomeLink system messages. The EVIC is located in the upper part of the cluster between the speedometer and tachometer . 1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons, and release only when the EVIC display shows “ Channels Cleared ” (aft[...]

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    W ARNING! Y our motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal T ransceiver . Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. A moving door or gate can cause serious injury or death to people and pets or damage to objects. 2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1-3 inch[...]

  • Page 110

    complete the programming of a r olling code equipped device (most common garage door openers requir e this step. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the ⬙ learn ⬙ or ⬙ smart ⬙ button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wir e is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. Firmly press and re[...]

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    display will show “ Channel X T rained ” (where X is Channel 1, 2, or 3). Proceed with ⬙ Pr ogramming ⬙ step four to complete. Using HomeLink T o operate, simply press and r elease the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener , gate operator , security system, entry door lock, hom[...]

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    This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may be received including interfer ence that may cause undes- ired operation. NOTE: Changes or modifications not e[...]

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    Press and hold the button in the center of the sunr oof switch to open the vent. The sunroof can be stopped at any position between closed and full vent. T o close the sunroof fr om the vent position, press and hold the switch forward. Releasing the switch will stop the movement of the sunroof and the sunr oof will remain in the partial vent positi[...]

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    W ARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. • In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle wi[...]

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    ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There ar e three 12-volt electrical outlets on this vehicle. All of the outlets are pr otected by an automatic reset circuit br eaker . The automatic circuit breaker r estores power when the overload is removed. The 12 volt power outlet next to the ash receiver tray (if equipped with an optional Smoker ’ s Package) has po[...]

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    The center console outlet is powered dir ectly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or pr event engine starting. The auxiliary outlet is also powered dir ectly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or pr e[...]

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    Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle ’ s battery , even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually , if plugged in long enough, the vehicle ’ s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting. • Accessorie[...]

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    Rear Seat Cupholders The rear seat cupholders ar e located in the center armrest between the rear seats. The cup holders ar e positioned forward in the armr est and side-by-side to provide convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining a resting place for the r ear occupants ’ el- bows. STORAGE Console Features The center console[...]

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    Cargo Management System — If Equipped The cargo ar ea has an upper and lower load floor . Additional innovative features in the car go area are the two molded-in bins in the quarter trim panels. Each bin that hold a gallon of milk and a 2-liter bottle of pop. A cargo management system that stores on the lower load floor below the bi-level cargo f[...]

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    The load floor can be placed in a partially or fully folded position, a flat position, or it can be removed. Use the handle to adjust the position of the load floor . The load floor positions are shown in the following illustrations. Load Floor Flat Position Load Floor Partially Folded 120 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    Rollaway T onneau Cover — If Equipped The tonneau cover consists of a standard, r emovable rollaway tonneau cover that is mounted in the r ear cargo area behind the seats. Notches in the trim panels close to the liftgate secure the extended cover in place to keep items out of sight. The tonneau cover can also be re- moved when large items ar e st[...]

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    Next pull the tonneau cover using the handle and insert the rear posts by following the guides along each side of the rear compartment making sur e the cover is fully seated. W aterproof Liner The optional waterproof liner can be placed over the lower load floor . W aterproof Liner 122 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    Cargo Organizer The optional cargo or ganizer can also be placed into the lower load floor . Lift the handle and pull to open the cargo or ganizer . Cargo T ie-Down Hooks The tie-downs located on cargo ar ea floor and on the rear trim panels should be used to safely secure loads when vehicle is moving. Cargo Organizer UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES O[...]

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    W ARNING! • 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 and passengers can change the vehicle center[...]

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    ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and siderails ar e designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly distributed over both luggage rack crossbars. Distribute cargo weight evenly on the r oof rack crossbars. The roof rack does not incr ease the tot[...]

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    CAUTION! • T o avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appro- priately . • Long loads which extend over the windshield, such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with large frontal area should be sec[...]

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    UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instruments And Controls ................ 1 3 1 䡵 Standard Instr ument Cluster .............. 1 3 2 䡵 Premium Instr ument Cluster .............. 1 3 3 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........... 1 3 4 䡵 Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped ........................[...]

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    ▫ Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD Audio Play) ...................... 1 6 0 ▫ Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio Play) ...................... 1 6 1 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............. 1 6 2 ▫ Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play) ..................... 1 6 4 ▫ Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . .[...]

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    ▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID) .................... 1 7 8 ▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In REF , RAQ, And RAK Radios ......................... 1 7 9 ▫ Selecting a Channel .................... 1 7 9 ▫ Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels ...... 1 8 0 ▫ Using The PTY (Pr ogram T ype) Button (If Equipped) ..[...]

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    ▫ W indow Fogging ..................... 1 9 4 ▫ Outside Air Intake .................... 1 9 4 ▫ A/C Air Filter — If Equipped ............ 1 9 4 ▫ Operating T ips ....................... 1 9 5 130 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

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    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 131 4[...]

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    ST ANDARD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 132 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

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    PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 133 4[...]

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    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. T rip Odometer Button Standard Cluster The word ⬙ TRIP ⬙ will appear when this button is pr essed. Push in and hold the button for two seconds when the trip odometer is displayed to reset it to 0 [...]

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    CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the “ H ” , and you hear a chime, turn the engine off immediately , and ca[...]

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    9. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light/T raction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light — If Equipped If this indicator light flashes during accelera- tion, apply as little throttle as possible. While driving, ease up on the accelerator . Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions, and do not switch of f the ESP ,[...]

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    12. High Beam Light This light shows that the headlights are on high beam. Push the Multi-Function lever away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights to high beam. 13. T ransmission Range Indicator This display indicator shows the automatic transmission gear selection. 14. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This light shows the fron[...]

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    Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert ™ ) ⬙ in the Occu- pant Restraints section for more information. 18. Electronic V ehicle Information Center Display — If Equipped When the appropriate conditions exist, this display shows the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages. Refer to Electronic V ehicle Information Center for specifi[...]

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    In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake W arning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is requir ed. The operation of the Brake W arning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position. The light should illuminate for approxi- mately two seconds. The light shou[...]

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    may affect the vehicle ’ s handling and stopping ability . Each tire, including the spar e, should be checked monthly when cold and set to the recommended inflation pressur e as specified in the tire and loading information placard. 22. Anti-Lock Brake Light — If Equipped This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The light will turn on wh[...]

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    ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMA TION CENTER (EVIC) – If Equipped The Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver -interactive display . It is located in the upper part of the cluster between the speedometer and tachometer . V ehicles equipped with steering wheel mounted switches (described in this section) will also be equipped w[...]

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    Pressing the FUNCTION SELECT button ac- cepts a selected choice. The Function Select button also advances the radio preset when the EVIC is in the Compass/T emp/Audio screen. Use the SCROLL buttons to scroll thr ough T rip Functions, Navigation (If Equipped), System Status Messages, and Personal Settings (Cus- tomer Programmable Featur es). The SCR[...]

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    • Adjustable Pedals Disabled – Cruise Engaged (with a single chime) — only available on vehicles equipped with memory seats. • Adjustable Pedals Disabled – V ehicle In Reverse (with a single chime) — only available on vehicles equipped with memory seats. • Channel 1, 2, OR 3 T ransmit • Channel 1, 2, OR 3 T raining • Channel 1, 2,[...]

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    • Display Units of Measure in: Press and r elease the FUNCTION SELECT button when in this display until “ US ” or “ METRIC ” appears to make your selection. T o Reset The Display Pressing and r eleasing the FUNCTION SELECT button once will clear the resettable function curr ently being displayed. Reset will only occur if a resettable func[...]

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    Compass V ariance Compass V ariance is the differ ence between magnetic North and Geographic North. In some areas of the country , the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set. NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the o[...]

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    T o set the variance: T urn the ignition switch ON. Press and hold the compass button for approximately 2 sec- onds. Use the SCROLL buttons until “ Compass V ariance ” is highlighted. The “ Compass V ariance ” message and the last variance zone number will be displayed. Press and release FUNCTION SELECT button until the pr oper variance zon[...]

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    The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that you have voice mail. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate a text message. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate the battery strength of the U-Connect phone. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that a phone connection has been made. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the U-Con[...]

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    T urn By T urn Directions If T urn by T urn Navigation is enabled through Personal Settings, the Navigation System will provide turn by turn directions to the pr ogrammed destination in the EVIC display . The name of the approaching road is displayed at the top of the screen, followed by an arr ow to show the direction of the turn and the r emainin[...]

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    position. Press and r elease the FUNCTION SELECT button when in this display until “ ON ” or “ OFF ” appears to make your selection. Remote Unlock Driver ’ s Door 1st When DRIVER ’ S DOOR 1ST is selected only the driv- er ’ s door will unlock on the first press of the r emote keyless entry unlock button and requir e a second press to [...]

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    display until “ Off ” , “ 45 sec. ” , “ 5 min. ” , “ 10 min. ” , “ 30 min. ” ,o r “ 60 min. ” appears to make your selection. T urn Headlamps on with Remote Key Unlock When this feature is selected the headlamps will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors ar e unlocked using the remote keyless entry trans[...]

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    Electronic V olume Control The electronic volume contr ol turns continuously (360 degrees) in either dir ection without stopping. T urning the volume control to the right incr eases the volume and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played. For your convenience, the vo[...]

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    T ime Button Press the time button and the time of day will be displayed for 5 seconds. Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side T une / Audio control. 3. After the hours are adjusted, pr ess the right side T une / Audio control to set the minutes. The minutes wil[...]

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    Press the r otary TUNE control a fifth time and F ADE will be displayed. T urn the TUNE control to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and r ear speak- ers. Press the tune contr ol again or wait 5 seconds to exit setting tone, balance, and fade. SET Button (Radio Mode) T o SET The Push-Button Memory When you are r eceiving[...]

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    If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch to CD mode and begin to play . The display will show the track number and play time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track one. NOTE: • Y ou may insert or eject a disc with the radio or ignition switch OFF . • If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF , t[...]

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    Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play . This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to pr ovide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press and hold the FF button to fast forwar d through the tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fa[...]

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    Electronic V olume Control The electronic volume contr ol turns continuously (360 degrees) in either dir ection without stopping. T urning the volume control to the right incr eases the volume and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played. For your convenience, the vo[...]

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    MSG or INFO Button (Radio Mode) Press the MSG or INFO button for an RBDS station (one with call letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio T ext message broadcast fr om an FM station (FM mode only). T ime Button Press the time button and the time of day will be displayed for 5 seconds. Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the time butto[...]

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    Press the r otary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL- ANCE will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers. Press the r otary TUNE control a fifth time and F ADE will display . T urn the TUNE control to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and r ear s[...]

  • Page 159

    Rhythm and Blues Rhythm_and_Blues Religious Music Religious_Music Religious T alk Religious_T alk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft_Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft_R_&_B Sports Sports T alk T alk T op 40 T op_40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station w[...]

  • Page 160

    Button s1-6 (Radio Mode) These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to push-button memory {12AM, 12 FM, and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations}. Operation Instructions - (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. NOTE: Note: This Radio is capable of playing compac[...]

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    MUTE Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound fr om the speakers. ⬙ MUTE ⬙ will be displayed. Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume contr ol, turning the radio ON/OFF , or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound fr om the speakers. SCA[...]

  • Page 162

    TIME Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press this button to change the display fr om a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display . R W/FF (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press and hold FF (Fast Forwar d) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is r eleased or R W or another CD button is pressed. The R W (Reverse) b[...]

  • Page 163

    files properly and may be unable to play the file nor - mally . UDF and Apple HFS formats ar e not supported. The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 • Maximum number of files: 255 • Maximum number of folders: 100 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (inc[...]

  • Page 164

    ID3 T ag information for artist, song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios. Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pr o files are not supported. Playback of MP3 files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot [...]

  • Page 165

    LOAD / EJECT - Eject Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number wher e the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show ⬙ EJECTING DISC ⬙ when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to r emove the disc. If you have ejected a disc and have no[...]

  • Page 166

    T urn the TUNE control to display available folders or move through available folders. Pr ess the TUNE control to select a folder . Button s1-6( C DM o d eF o rM P 3 Play) Selects disc positions 1 - 6 for Play/Load/Eject. Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped) Refer to Hands Free Phone section of the Owner ’ s Manual. Operating I[...]

  • Page 167

    Electronic V olume Control The electronic volume contr ol turns continuously (360 degrees) in either dir ection without stopping. T urning the volume control to the right incr eases the volume and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played. Mode Button (Radio Mode) Pre[...]

  • Page 168

    INFO Button (Radio Mode) Press the INFO button for an RBDS station (one with call letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio T ext message broadcast (if available) fr om an FM station (FM mode only). R W/FF (Radio Mode) Pressing the r ewind/fast forward button causes the tuner to search for the next fr equency in the direction of the arrows.[...]

  • Page 169

    within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. Many radio stations do not currently br oad- cast PTY information. T urn the tune knob to select the following format types: Program T ype 16 Digit-Character Dis- play No program type or un- defined None News News Information Information Sports Sports T alk T alk Rock Rock Classic [...]

  • Page 170

    NOTE: If you have selected a PTY with the tune knob, simply pressing the tune button in will go dir ectly to a “ PTY seek ” . Button s1-6 (Radio Mode) These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to push-button memory {12AM, 12 FM, and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations}. Operating Instructions — T ape Player Insert the casse[...]

  • Page 171

    Scan Button Press this button to play 10 seconds of each selection. Press the scan button a second time to cancel the featur e. Changing T ape Direction If you wish to change the direction of tape travel (side being played), press Pr eset 6. The lighted arrow in the display window will show the new direction. Metal T ape Selection If a standard met[...]

  • Page 172

    Inserting Compact Disc(s) CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discs only . The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism. Y ou may eject a disc with the radio OFF . If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. T[...]

  • Page 173

    Radio display will show ⬙ EJECTING DISC ⬙ when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to r emove the disc. Press and hold the LOAD/ EJT button for 5 seconds and all CDs will be ejected from the radio. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not r emoved, the radio will conti[...]

  • Page 174

    Press and hold the FF button to fast forwar d through the tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forward feature. If the R W button is pressed, the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing. Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play . BUTTON S1-6( C DM O D EF o rC D Audio Play) Selects disc posi[...]

  • Page 175

    Supported MP3 file formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file. When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and[...]

  • Page 176

    T o increase the speed of disc loading, it is r ecommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs. T o create a single-session disc, enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc. Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 and WMA Audio Play) SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 and WMA Play) Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays [...]

  • Page 177

    INFO Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Press and INFO button while playing MP3 or WMA disc. The radio scrolls thr ough the following T AG information: Song T itle, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if avail- able). Press the INFO button once mor e to return to ⬙ elapsed time ⬙ priority mode. Press and hold the INFO button while in the message dis[...]

  • Page 178

    Operating Instructions - V ideo Entertainment System (VES) (if equipped) Refer to separate V ideo Entertainment System (VES) Guide. SA TELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to r eceiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius ™ Satel- lite [...]

  • Page 179

    simultaneously for 3 seconds. All twelve ESN/SID num- bers will be displayed. The radio will exit the ESN/SID 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 REF , RAQ, and RAK Radios Selecting Satellite Mode — REF Radio Press the MODE button r epe[...]

  • Page 180

    Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 12 AM and 12 FM pre-set stations, you may also commit 12 satellite stations to push button memory . These satellite channel pre-set stations will not erase any AM or FM pr e-set memory stations. Follow the memory pre-set pr ocedures that apply to your radio. Using the PTY (Program T ype) But[...]

  • Page 181

    • Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage. REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS The remote sound system contr ols are located on the surface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o ’ clock positions. Some models feature an Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) with driver-interactive display . This is located [...]

  • Page 182

    The following describes the operation of the SCROLL buttons in each mode: 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. T ape Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next selection on the cassette. Pr[...]

  • Page 183

    T wo T ypes of Signals There ar e two basic types of radio signals... AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to vary ... and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound. Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical d[...]

  • Page 184

    4. Before inserting a tape, make sure that the label is adhering flatly to the cassette. 5. A loose tape should be corrected befor e use. T o rewind a loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape drive gear and twist the pencil in the requir ed directions. Maintain your cassette tape player . The head and capstan shaft in the cassett[...]

  • Page 185

    RADIO OPERA TION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does not satisfactorily “ cl[...]

  • Page 186

    indicate the rear window defr oster is ON. The defroster automatically turns off after about 10 minutes of opera- tion. CAUTION! T o avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the rear window defroster , do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window . Labels can be peeled off after soakin[...]

  • Page 187

    NOTE: T o improve fuel economy , leave in defrost only when necessary . Defrost/Floor Air flows through the fr ont and rear floor outlets and the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also directed to the fr ont door windows through the side window demister grilles. Floor Air flows through the floor outlets located under the instrument pane[...]

  • Page 188

    NOTE: Recirculate without A/C should not be used for long periods as fogging may occur . Automatic T emperature Control — If Equipped The Infrared Dual-Zone Climate Contr ol System auto- matically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and passenger . This is accomplished by a dual sun-sensor in the top of the instrument panel[...]

  • Page 189

    heating system. Should the desired comfort level r equire air conditioning, the system will automatically make the adjustment. Y ou will experience the greatest ef ficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically . Selecting the OFF position on the fan control stops the system completely and closes the outside air intake. 72 ° F (2[...]

  • Page 190

    • Most of the time, when in Automatic operation, you can temporarily put the system into recir culation mode by pressing the Recir c button. However , under certain conditions in automatic the system is blowing air out of the defrost vents. When these conditions ar e present and the Recir c button is pressed the indicator will flash and remain of[...]

  • Page 191

    UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 191 4[...]

  • Page 192

    The operator can override the AUTO mode setting and select the direction of the air by r otating the right mode knob to one of the following positions. • Defrost Air is directed to the windshield thr ough the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also directed to the fr ont door windows through the side window demister grilles. • Defros[...]

  • Page 193

    ON. The defroster automatically turns of f after approxi- mately 10 minutes of operation for the first push of the button, and will turn off after appr oximately 5 minutes for the second push of the button. CAUTION! T o avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the rear window defroster , do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window[...]

  • Page 194

    Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter months is not recommended because it may cause window fogging. NOTE: See Operating T ips chart (for Manual A/C Control) at the end of this section for suggested contr ol settings in differ ent weather conditions. V acation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of serv[...]

  • Page 195

    Operating Tips UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 195 4[...]

  • Page 196

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  • Page 197

    ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es .................... 1 9 9 ▫ Normal Starting ...................... 1 9 9 䡵 Engine Block Heater — If Equipped ........ 2 0 1 䡵 T ransmission Shifting ................... 2 0 1 ▫ 4 Speed Automatic T ransmission .......... 2 0 1 ▫ 5 Speed Automatic T ransmission .......... 2 0 6 ?[...]

  • Page 198

    ▫ Limited Use Spare — If Equipped ......... 2 3 2 ▫ T ire Spinning ........................ 2 3 2 ▫ T read W ear Indicators .................. 2 3 3 ▫ Replacement T ires ..................... 2 3 4 ▫ Alignment And Balance ................. 2 3 5 䡵 All Wheel Drive — If Equipped ........... 2 3 5 䡵 Self – Sealing T ires — If Equ[...]

  • Page 199

    ST ARTING PROCEDURES 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. W ARNING! Do not leave animals or children inside parked vehicles in hot weather; interior heat build up may cause seri[...]

  • Page 200

    W ARNING! • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way . Un- burned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a dis- charged battery , booster cables may be[...]

  • Page 201

    After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. ENGINE BLOCK HEA TER — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather . Connect the cord to a standard 1 10-1 15 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, thr ee-wire extension cord. The engine block heater cord [...]

  • Page 202

    W ARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “ P ” or “ N ” 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 re- verse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is i[...]

  • Page 203

    CAUTION! Before moving the shift lever out of P (Park), you must turn the ignition from LOCK to ON so the shift lever is released. Otherwise, damage to the shifter could result. R (Reverse) For moving the vehicle rearwar d. Always stop before moving the lever to R (Reverse), except when rocking the vehicle. N (Neutral) Engine may be started in this[...]

  • Page 204

    3 (Third) This range eliminates shifts into Overdrive. The trans- mission will operate normally in First, Second and Third while in this range. The “ 3 ” position should also be used when descending steep grades to prevent brake system distress. NOTE: Using the “ 3 ” range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will im[...]

  • Page 205

    NOTE: • The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant is warm (usu- ally after 1 – 3 miles (1.6 – 4.8 km) of driving). Because engine speed is higher when the torque converter clutch is not engaged, it may seem as if the transmis- sion is not shifting into “ Overdrive ” when cold. This is cons[...]

  • Page 206

    5 Speed Automatic T ransmission W ARNING! Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle you should shift the transmission into Park, remove the key from the ignition, and apply the park brake. Once the key is re[...]

  • Page 207

    Park Position The P ARK position is to be used when parking the vehicle. Engage only with the vehicle stopped. The P ARK position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked. Rather , the driver should always use the parking brake in addition to placing the selector lever in P ARK to secure the vehicle. P ARK supplements the park[...]

  • Page 208

    Neutral No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are r eleased, the vehicle can be moved freely (pushed or towed). Do not engage in NEUTRAL position while driving except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding (e.g., on icy roads). The engine may be started in this range. Use this range for starting your[...]

  • Page 209

    NOTE: T o avoid overrevving the engine when the selector lever is moved in “ D- ” direction, the transmis- sion will not shift to a lower gear if the engine ’ s revolu- tions per minute limit would be exceeded. Briefly press the selector lever in the “ D+ ” direction. The transmission will shift from the curr ent gear to the next higher g[...]

  • Page 210

    A reset feature is available to allow the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for service. T o reset the transmission, use the following procedur e: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Move the selector lever to the P ARK position. 3. T urn off the engine. 4. W ait approximately 10 seconds. 5. Restart the engine. 6. Move the shift lever to the desired range. If t[...]

  • Page 211

    Automatic T ransmission — General Information CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into P ARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed. • Do not shift [...]

  • Page 212

    • If there is a need to r estart your engine be sure to cycle the key to the LOCK position before r estarting. T rans- mission engagement may be delayed up to 10 seconds after restart if the key is not cycled to the LOCK position first. • The electronically contr olled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electr onic[...]

  • Page 213

    Maneuvering T o maneuver in tight areas, contr ol the vehicle speed by gradually releasing the brakes. Accelerate gently and never abruptly step on the accelerator . T o rock a vehicle out of soft gr ound (mud or snow), alternately shift from forwar d to reverse, while applying only slight acceleration. Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cau[...]

  • Page 214

    Y ou can shift in or out of the autostick mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. If you choose the Overdrive mode, the transmission will oper - ate automatically; shifting between the five available gears. When you wish to engage autostick, simply move the shift lever to the Right or Left (D+/D-) position while in DRIV[...]

  • Page 215

    T o release the parking brake, pull out on the parking brake release located on the left side of the instr ument panel. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in Park, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of park. As an adde[...]

  • Page 216

    BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The ef fort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that r equired with the power system operating. Y our vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems. If either of th[...]

  • Page 217

    W ARNING! • 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, including those resulting from excessive speed in tur[...]

  • Page 218

    ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- clude ice, snow , gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops. Y ou also may experience the following when the brake system goes into Anti-lock: • The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a short time after the stop[...]

  • Page 219

    POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and incr eased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost. If for some reason, the power assist is interr upted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- tions [...]

  • Page 220

    TIRE SAFETY INFORMA TION Tire Markings NOTE: • P(Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tir es have the letter “ P ” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- ample: P215/65R15 95H. • European Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards. T ires designed to this standar d ha[...]

  • Page 221

    T ire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standar ds ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on Eur opean design standards LT = Light T ruck tire based on U.S. design standar ds T = T emporary Spare tir e 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section W idth in Milimeters (mm) 65 = A[...]

  • Page 222

    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 corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only b[...]

  • Page 223

    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. T ires 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 sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the T[...]

  • Page 224

    Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: Some vehicles have a “ T ire and Loading Infor- mation ” placard located on the driver ’ s side “ B ” pillar . T ire 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[...]

  • Page 225

    Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Y ou will not exceed the tire ’ s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tir e size and cold tire inflation pressur es specified on the T ire and Loading Information placard and the V ehicle Loading section[...]

  • Page 226

    6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer , load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with v[...]

  • Page 227

    ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 227 5[...]

  • Page 228

    W ARNING! Overloading of your tire 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 INFORMA TION Tire Pressure Proper tir e inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory op[...]

  • Page 229

    2. Economy — Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tir e tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tr ead life resulting in a need for earlier tire r eplacement. Underinflation also increases tire rolling r esistance and results in higher fuel consumption. 3. Ride Comfort and V ehicle Stability ?[...]

  • Page 230

    CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap – if equipped. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressur es specified on the placard are always “ cold tire inflation pr essure ” . Cold tire inflation pr essure is defined[...]

  • Page 231

    W ARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. Y ou could have a serious accident. Don ’ t drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h). Radial-Ply Tires W ARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types o[...]

  • Page 232

    Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spar e wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. Do not install more than one compact spar e tire/wheel on the vehicle at any given time. CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car[...]

  • Page 233

    W ARNING! 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 spin your vehicle ’ s wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. And don ’ t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed. T read Wear Indicat[...]

  • Page 234

    Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle pr ovide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tir e inflation pressur e. The manu- facturer str ongly recommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed (see the paragraph on[...]

  • Page 235

    CAUTION! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read- ings. Alignment And Balance Poor suspension alignment may result in: • Fast tire wear . • Uneven tire wear , such as feathering and one-sided wear . • V ehicle pull to right or left. T ires may also cause the vehicle to pull to [...]

  • Page 236

    SELF – SEALING TIRES — IF EQUIPPED A non-hardening viscous sealant applied to the inner liner of each tire fills punctur es up to 0.19 in. (5 mm) to minimize the loss of air pressur e. This contributes to the safety of the vehicle by significantly reducing the pr ob- ability of a roadside stop due to a flat tir e. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM ?[...]

  • Page 237

    re-pr ogrammable at your authorized dealer to accommo- date the customer selected wheel/tire combinations r ec- ommended by DaimlerChrysler . CAUTION! The TPM system has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPM system pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or s[...]

  • Page 238

    pressur e readings to the Receiver Module. The wheel sensors monitor tire pr essure, and status for all four active road tir es. NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to check the tire pr essure in all of your tires r egularly and to maintain the proper pr essure. The T ire Pressur e Monitoring Indicator Lamp will illuminate in the instrument[...]

  • Page 239

    detected. The tire pr essure Indicator Lamp will illumi- nate continuously (solid) and shall remain illuminated until the warning condition is removed/r eset. When the appropriate conditions exist, the Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays the following messages. LEFT FRONT , LEFT REAR, RIGHT FRONT , RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE One or[...]

  • Page 240

    NOTE: • The TPM system can inform the driver of a low tire pressur e condition. • The TPM system is not intended to replace normal tir e care and maintenance, nor to pr ovide warning of a tire failure or condition. • The TPM system should not be used as a tire pr essure gauge while adjusting your tire pr essure. General Information This devic[...]

  • Page 241

    CAUTION! T o avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: • Because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other suspension components, it is important that only chains in good condition are used. Broken chains can cause serious damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could indicate chain br[...]

  • Page 242

    Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). TIRE ROT A TION RECOMMENDA TIONS T ires on the front and r ear axles of vehicles operate at differ ent loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For thes[...]

  • Page 243

    FUEL REQUIREMENTS Y our vehicle is designed to meet all emis- sions regulations and pr ovide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when us- ing high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane of 87. The manufacturer r ecommends the use of 89 octane for optimum performance. The use of premium gasoline is not r ecom- mended. Continued heavy spark[...]

  • Page 244

    Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- ates are r equired in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle. CAUTION! DO NOT use gasolines containing M[...]

  • Page 245

    vehicle may be sold nationwide. Y our vehicle will oper- ate satisfactorily on fuels meeting Federal specification, but emission control system performance may be ad- versely affected. Gasoline sold outside of California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels which may affect the performance of the vehicle ’ s catalytic converter . This may ca[...]

  • Page 246

    some light smoke, your engine may be out-of-tune or malfunctioning and may requir e immediate service. Contact your dealer for service assistance. • The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers are not r ecommended. Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance [...]

  • Page 247

    ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle. Push in on the left side (near the edge) of the fuel filler door to access the fuel filler cap. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the r eplacement cap is for use with this vehicle. CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or [...]

  • Page 248

    NOTE: • T ighten the gas cap until you hear a “ clicking ” sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. If the gas cap is not secured pr operly the Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will turn on. Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled. • When the fuel nozzle “ [...]

  • Page 249

    VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in the charts that follow . This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated. If the seatbacks are folded for carrying car go, do not exceed the specified GVWR and GA WR. V ehicle Certification Label Y our vehicle has a certification label attached to [...]

  • Page 250

    Overloading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and front and rear GA WR. The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for operation. W eigh it on a commercial scale to[...]

  • Page 251

    Front Axle Rear Axle Empty W eight 2054 lbs (932 kg) 1805 lbs (819 kg ) Load (Including driver , pass- sengers and cargo) 271 lbs (123 kg) 579 lbs (263 kg) T otal 2325 lbs (1055 kg) 2384 lbs (1081 kg) GA WR 2546 lbs (1 155 kg) 2708 lbs (1228 kg) TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing[...]

  • Page 252

    • The “ D ” range can be selected when towing. However , if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “ 3 ” range must be selected. NOTE: Using the “ 3 ” range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor - mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces- sive shifting and heat build up[...]

  • Page 253

    • Extended driving at high RPM should be avoided to prevent excess heat generation. A reduction in vehicle speed may be requir ed to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to a higher gear range or vehicle speed when road conditions and RPM level allows. TRA VEL CONDI- TION MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT(TRAILER FRONT AL AREA NOT TO EXCEED 32 SQ. FT [...]

  • Page 254

    CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity . Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear , higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. W ARNING! Connecting trailer brakes to your vehicle ’ s hydraulic brake lines can ove[...]

  • Page 255

    WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher ................. 2 5 6 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................ 2 5 6 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ............... 2 5 7 ▫ Preparations For Jacking ................ 2 5 8 ▫ Jack Location ........................ 2 5 9 ▫ Spare T ire Stowage .................... 2 6 1 ▫[...]

  • Page 256

    HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The hazard flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel between the center air outlets. T o engage the Hazard W arning Flashers, depress the switch on the instrument panel. When the Hazar d W arn- ing Switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traf fic of an em[...]

  • Page 257

    NOTE: There ar e steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat. Y ou can also turn the T emperature control to maximum heat, the Mode contr ol to floor , and the fan control[...]

  • Page 258

    W ARNING! Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Y ou could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be [...]

  • Page 259

    Jack Location The jack is stowed under an access cover under the rear cargo floor . Follow these steps to access the jack. NOTE: The spare tir e must be removed in order to access the jack. • Open the liftgate. • Fold up the tri-fold floor by lifting the handle. Dodge Load Floor Fully Folded WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 259 6[...]

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    • Lift the access cover using the pull strap. • Remove the fastener securing the spare tir e. 260 WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES[...]

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    • Remove the spare tir e. • Remove the fastener securing the jack. Spare Tire Stowage The spare tir e is stowed under an access cover under the rear car go floor . Follow these steps to access the spare tire. • Open the liftgate. • Fold up the tri-fold floor by lifting the handle. WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 261 6[...]

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    • Lift the access cover using the pull strap. Dodge Load Floor Fully Folded 262 WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES[...]

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    • Remove the fastener securing the spare tir e. Jacking and Changing a Tire 1. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 2. Remove the spare tire, jack and lug wr ench. 3. Before raising the vehicle, use lug wrench to car efully pry off center cap. WHA T TO DO [...]

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    4. Before raising the vehicle loosen, but do not remove, the lug nuts of the flat tire using the lug wr ench. T urn the wheel nuts counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 5. T urn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange, use the lift ar ea closest to the flat tire. 6.[...]

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    WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 265 6[...]

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    7. Remove the lug nuts, wheel cover (if equipped) and tire. Remove the cover by hand, do not pry of f. 8. Mount the spare tire. For vehicles equipped with wheel covers, see the wheel cover installation instruc- tions. Do not attempt to install a wheel cover on a compact spare. 9. T ighten all the lug nuts on the mounting studs. 10. Lower the vehicl[...]

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    Wheel Cover Installation (If Required) 1. T ighten the two lug nuts on the mounting studs on each side of the stud which is in alignment with the valve stem. 2. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the valve stem on the wheel. 3. Install the cover by hand, snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do not use a hammer or excessive force to [...]

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    W ARNING! • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles 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 discharged battery , booster cables may be u[...]

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    of the vehicle with the discharged battery . Make sure you have a good contact on the engine ground. Refer to the following illustration for jump starting connections. 6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster battery , let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery . 7. When remov[...]

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    T raction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and r oad surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability . T o reduce this possibility , the following precau- tions should be observed: 1. Slow down during rainstorms[...]

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    W ARNING! 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 spin your vehicle ’ s wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. And don ’ t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed. CAUTION! Racing the[...]

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    CAUTION! • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the front fascia will result. • The only approved method of towing is with a flat bed truck. • Do not tow the vehicle from the rear . Damage to the rear sheet metal, and fascia will occur . • Do not push or tow this vehicle with another [...]

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    MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 2.7L Engine .......................... 2 7 5 䡵 3.5L Engine .......................... 2 7 6 䡵 5.7L Engine .......................... 2 7 7 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 2 7 8 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............................ 2 7 9 䡵 Replacement Parts .......[...]

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    ▫ Drive Shaft Universal Joints .............. 2 9 2 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 2 9 3 ▫ W indshield W iper Blades ................ 2 9 3 ▫ W indshield W ashers ................... 2 9 3 ▫ Exhaust System ...................... 2 9 4 ▫ Cooling System ....................... 2 9 5 ▫ Hoses And V acuum/V apor Harnesses .......[...]

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    2.7L ENGINE MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 275 7[...]

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    3.5L ENGINE 276 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    5.7L ENGINE MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 277 7[...]

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    ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Y our 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 ar e operating properly , your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy , as wel[...]

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    EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requir ement to pass an inspection of your vehicle ’ s emissions control system. Failure to pass could pr event vehicle registration. For states which have an I/M (Inspection and Maintenance) requir ement, this check verifies the following: the MIL (Malfunction In[...]

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    If your OBD system is not ready , you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility . If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failur e or replacement, you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD system to update. A recheck with the above test r outine may then indicate th[...]

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    W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance ser[...]

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    Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level r eadings. Maintain the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX r eading on these engines. CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration [...]

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    CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. CAUTION! Operating the engine with the oil levels below the safe zone, or operating with oil levels that exceed the top of the safe zone by 25% may cause engine damage. Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affec[...]

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    • T axi, Police or delivery service (commercial service). • Off-Road or desert operation. 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. If none of these apply to you, then ch[...]

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    Engine Oil V iscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.7L Engines SAE 5W -30 and SAE 5W -20 engine oils are recom- mended for all operating temperatures. These engine oils improve low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy . Refer to your engine oil filler cap for the recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. Lubricants which do not have both, the[...]

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    Engine Oil V iscosity (SAE Grade) — 5.7L Engines The recommended engine oil viscosity for vehicles equipped with the 5.7L engine is SAE 5W -20. NOTE: Engine oils higher in viscosity may reduce fuel economy in vehicles equipped with 5.7L engines. Synthetic Engine Oils Y ou may use synthetic engine oils provided that the recommended oil quality r e[...]

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    Belts should be inspected for evidence of cuts, cracks, glazing, or frayed cords and r eplaced if there is indication of damage which could result in belt failur e. Low gen- erator belt tension can cause battery failure. Also check belt routing to make sur e there is no interfer- ence between the belts and other engine components. Spark Plugs Spark[...]

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    Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not requir e maintenance. However , it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assur e proper catalyst operation and pr event possible catalyst damage. CAUTION! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the [...]

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    • Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic testing, or for prolonged periods during very r ough idling or malfunctioning operating conditions. Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma- nently s[...]

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    W ARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don ’ t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don ’ t lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- diately with large amounts of water . • Battery gas is flammable and explosive[...]

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    W ARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. • The air conditioning system contains refriger[...]

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    Power Steering — Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not requir ed. The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated. Coordinate inspection ef forts through a certified DaimlerChrysler Dealership. ⬙ W ARNI[...]

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    Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, doors, trunk and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against r ust and wear . Prior to the appli- cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricati[...]

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    The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid when the Low W asher Fluid Light illuminates. Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside th[...]

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    Cooling System Inspection W ARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, turn the ignition key to the OFF position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time when the ignition key is in the ON position. • Y ou or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator . If you see or hear steam coming fr[...]

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    CAUTION! • Mixing of coolants other than the specified HOA T coolant may result in decreased corrosion protec- tion and engine damage that may not be covered under the new vehicle warranty . If a non-HOA T coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency , it should be replaced with the speci- fied coolant as soon as possible. • Do[...]

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    W ARNING! • The warning words “ DO NOT OPEN HOT ” on the coolant pressure cap are a safety precaution. Never add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the coolant pressure cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. T o prevent scalding or injury , do[...]

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    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 bottle. • Check coolant freeze point in the system. • If frequent coolant additions ar e required, the cooling system should be pressur e tested for leaks. •[...]

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    Brakes In order to assur e brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically . Suggested service intervals can be found in the Mainte- nance Schedules section of this manual. W ARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake peda[...]

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    W ARNING! W orn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure. Y ou could have an accident. If you see any signs of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake hoses replaced immediately . Brake Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing underhood services, or immediately if the brake system war[...]

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    CAUTION! Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid, all brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure. Fuel System Hoses Electronic Fuel Injection high pr essure fuel systems are designed with hoses and quick connect fittings which have unique material characteristics to provide adequate sea[...]

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    CAUTION! The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating condi- tions. If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your authorized dealer immediately . Severe damage to the transmission may occur . Y our authorized dealer has the proper tools to accurately adjust the fluid level. Fluid and Filter Chang[...]

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    Severe Usage is defined as: 1. More than 50% of vehicle operation in stop and go traffic wher e vehicle is driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation, such as in heavy city or in construction zone traf fic, 2. Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, or trailer towing where the vehicle driven r egularly for more th[...]

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    W ashing • W ash your vehicle regularly . Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water . • If insects, tar or other similar deposits have accumu- lated on your vehicle, wash it as soon as possible. • Use Mopar auto polish to remove r oad film and stains and to polish your[...]

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    recommended. Do not use oven cleaner . A void auto- matic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels ’ pr otective fin- ish. • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials ar e well packaged and sealed. • If a lot of driving is done on gravel r[...]

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    Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with any commercial household-type glass cleaner . Never use an abrasive type cleaner . Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or the right r ear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instru[...]

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    • Rinse the liner thoroughly under warm r unning water . Shake the excess water from the liner and dry the outer surfaces with a clean soft cloth. • Carefully tuck the fr ont, followed by the rear , then side edges of the cup holder into the center console. Power Distribution Centers Front Power Distribution Center A power distribution center i[...]

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    Front Power Distribution Center Fuses Cavity Fuse Circuits 1 20 Amp Y ellow Left High Beam Headlight 2 20 Amp Y ellow Right High Beam Headlight 3 15 Amp Dk. Blue Adjustable Pedal 4 20 Amp Y ellow Horn 5 25 Amp Clear Headlamp W asher — If Equipped 6 15 Amp Dk. Blue Front Contr ol Module (FCM) 7 20 Amp Y ellow Fog Lamp 8 15 Amp Dk. Blue Park Lamp 9[...]

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    Cavity Fuse Circuits 22 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan High/Low 23 50 Amp Red High Intensity Lighting 24 —— 25 30 Amp Pink Lighting Left High Beam/ Right Low Beam 26 20 Amp Lt. Blue T ransmission 27 30 Amp Pink Lighting Left Low Beam/ Right High Beam Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under [...]

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    CAUTION! • When installing the Power Distribution Center cover , it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Power Distribu- tion Center , and possibly result in a electrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse havi[...]

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    Rear Power Distribution Center Fuses Cavity Fuse Circuits 1 60 Amp Clear Ignition Off Draw 2 40 Amp Green Battery 3 —— 4 40 Amp Green Battery 5 30 Amp Pink Heated Seat/Steering Column 6 20 Amp Y ellow Fuel Pump 7 —— 8 15 Amp Dk. Blue Ignition Start/Run - Start 9 20 Amp Y ellow Console Power Outlet 10 10 Amp Red Rear Fog Lamp — If Equipped[...]

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    Cavity Fuse Circuits 25 —— 26 —— 27 10 Amp Red Airbag/Occupant Classifica- tion Module 28 10 Amp Red Curtain Airbag - if equipped 29 5 Amp Orange Sentry Key/Remote Keyless Entry/Powertrain Control Module Ignition Feed 30 10 Amp Red Steering Column Module/ Power Mirrors - if equipped 31 —— 32 —— 33 —— 34 —— 35 5 Amp Orange Po[...]

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    VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for mor e than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery . Y ou may: • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery . • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, r un the air conditioning system at idle for about fiv[...]

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    LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamp ..................... 9006 High Beam Headlamp .................... 9005 Front Park/T urn Lamp ................... 3457A Front Fog Lamp — If Equipped . . . 9145/H10 (Serviced at Dealer) Front Sidemarker ........ 194NA (Ser viced at Dealer) T ail/Stop/T urn Lamp .............. 3157KP27/7W Rear [...]

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    CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. T ail/Stop, T urn Signal Lamp, and Backup Lamp 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove tail lamp access cover . 3. Push the tail lamp electrical connector locking ta[...]

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    6. Remove 2 push pin fasteners under liftgate using a flat bladed tool. 7. Pull tail lamp assembly clear from vehicle to access bulbs. T urn bulb sockets counter-clockwise to r emove. 8. Pull the appropriate bulb to remove it fr om the socket. 316 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    9. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the tail light assembly . 10. Close the liftgate. MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 7[...]

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    License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly and pull the bulb from the socket. 3. Replace the bulb and r einstall the bulb and socket assembly . 4. Reattach the light to the rear fascia. 318 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    FLUIDS AND CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (approximate) 2.7 Liter Engines (87 Octane) 18 gallons 68 liters 3.5 Liter Engines without All Wheel Drive (89 Octane) 18 gallons 68 liters 3.5 Liter Engines with All Wheel Drive (89 Octane) 19 gallons 72 liters 5.7 Liter Engines (89 Octane) 19 gallons 72 liters Engine Oil-W ith Filter 2.7 Liter Engines (SAE [...]

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    RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar 威 Antifr eeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive T echnology) Engine Oil (2.7 Liter) Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 5W -30 is recommended. Refer to the en- gine oil fill cap for the cor[...]

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    Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Automatic T ransmission Mopar 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar 威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. Use only recommended brake fluids. Power Steering Reservoir Mopar 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Rear Axle Mopar 威 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear L[...]

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    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ...... 3 2 4 䡵 Maintenance Schedules .................. 3 2 4 ▫ Schedule “ B ” ........................ 3 2 7 ▫ Schedule “ A ” ........................ 3 3 5 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

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    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 pr oper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reli[...]

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    • T axi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser - vice). 〫 • Off-r oad or desert operation. 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: Most vehicles are opera[...]

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    • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation. • Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for proper fit. At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter . • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the brake hoses. • Inspect the CV joints and front and r ear suspension components. • Check the automatic[...]

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    SCHEDULE “ B ” Follow schedule “ B ” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an 〫 . • Day or night temperatures ar e below 32 ° F[...]

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    Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) (29 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired.* XXXX X Replace the air cleaner filter . *X Inspect the front and r ear brake linings and rotors. XX Replace the air conditioning [...]

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    Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) (53 000) (58 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired.* XXX X X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. X Inspect the front and r ear brake linings [...]

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    Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000 (Kilometers) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired.* XX XX X Replace the air cleaner filter . *X Inspect the front and r ear brake linings and rotors. XX Replace the rear axle fl[...]

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    Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (91 000) (96 000) (101 000) (106 000) (1 10 000) (1 15 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired.* X XXX X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. X Inspect the front and r ear brake li[...]

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    Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired.* XXXX Replace the air cleaner filter . *X Replace the spark plugs. 5.7L Engine. X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Ins[...]

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    Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 100,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired.* XXX Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired. X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect the fr[...]

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    Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 100,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000) Change the Front Dif ferential Fliud - All Wheel Drive (A WD) only X Change the T ransfer Case Fluid - All Wheel Drive (A WD) only X * This maintenance is recommended by the manufactur e to the owner but is not requir ed to ma[...]

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    SCHEDULE “ A ” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) (58 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X XXXXX Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired.* X XXX X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs. 5[...]

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    Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) (115 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X XXXX Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if requir ed.* XX X X X Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect the front and r ear brake linings[...]

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    Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000) (163 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if r e- quired.* X XXX Replace the air cleaner filter . X Inspect the front and r ear brake linin[...]

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    Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000) (163 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] Replace the air conditioning filter . X X Rotate the tires. X X X X X * This maintenance is recommended by the manufactur e to the owner but is not requir ed to maintain the emis- sions warran[...]

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    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .............................. 3 4 0 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 3 4 0 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 3 4 0 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests ............. 3 4 0 䡵 If Y ou Need Assistance .................. 3 4 0 䡵 W[...]

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    SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you ’ re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty , discuss additional charges with the service manager . Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle ?[...]

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    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 ar e still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance. • If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you may contact[...]

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    Service Contract Y ou may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you fr om the high cost of unex- pected repairs after your manufactur er ’ s new vehicle limited warranty expires. The manufactur er stands be- hind only the manufacturer ’ s Service Contracts. If you purchased a manufactur er ’ s Service Contract, yo[...]

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    W ARRANTY INFORMA TION See your manufacturer ’ s W arranty Information Booklet for information on warranty coverage and transfer of warranty . IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE 343 9[...]

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    MOP AR 姞 P ARTS Mopar 威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer . They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and W ashington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immedi[...]

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    • Service Manuals. These comprehensive service manuals pr ovide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, pr oblem solving, maintaining, servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system and/or components is written in straightforw[...]

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    DEP ARTMENT OF TRANSPORT A TION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab- lished by the National highway T raffic Safety Adminis- tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire ’ s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car . All Passenger Car T ires Must C[...]

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    T emperature Grades The temperature grades ar e A (highest), B, and C, repre- senting the tire ’ s r esistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and r educe tire[...]

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    INDEX 10[...]

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    Adding Fuel .......................... 2 4 7 Adding W asher Fluid .................. 97,293 Additives, Fuel ........................ 2 4 5 Adjustable Pedals ....................... 8 8 Air Conditioner Maintenance .............. 2 9 0 Air Conditioning ....................... 1 8 5 Air Conditioning Filter ................ 194,291 Air Conditioning, Op[...]

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    Battery ............................... 2 8 9 Jump Starting ........................ 2 6 7 Keyless T ransmitter Replacement .......... 2 3 Location ......................... 268,289 Bearings .............................. 3 0 3 Belts, Drive ........................... 2 8 6 Body Mechanism Lubrication .............. 2 9 3 B-Pillar Location .........[...]

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    Clean Air Gasoline ...................... 2 4 3 Climate Control ........................ 1 8 5 Compact Disc Maintenance ............... 1 8 4 Compact Spare T ire ..................... 2 3 1 Compass ............................. 1 4 4 Compass Calibration .................... 1 4 4 Compass V ariance ...................... 1 4 5 Computer , T rip/T rav[...]

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    Electrical Power Outlets .................. 1 1 5 Electronic Speed Contr ol ................. 1 0 3 Electronic Stability Pr ogram ............... 1 0 1 Electronic V ehicle Information Center ........ 1 4 1 Emergency , In Case of Overheating ......................... 2 5 6 Emission Control System Maintenance .... 279,324 Engine .....................[...]

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    Fluid Level Checks Brake .............................. 3 2 1 Power Steering .................... 292,321 Fog Lights .......................... 94,137 Folding Rear Seat ....................... 8 7 Freeing A Stuck V ehicle .................. 2 7 0 Fuel ................................. 2 4 3 Adding ............................. 2 4 7 Additives .....[...]

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    Heated Seats ........................... 8 5 Heater , Engine Block .................... 2 0 1 Holder , Cup ........................... 1 1 7 Homelink T ransmitter ................... 1 0 7 Hood Release .......................... 8 9 Hoses ............................ 298,301 Ignition K e y ................................ 1 1 Illuminated Entry ....[...]

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    Brake W arning ....................... 1 3 8 Bulb Replacement .................. 313,314 Courtesy/Reading ..................... 9 1 Daytime Running ...................... 9 4 Dimmer Switch, Headlight ............... 9 3 Engine T emperature W arning ............ 1 3 5 F o g ............................. 94,137 Hazard W arning Flasher ...............[...]

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    Mirrors ............................... 6 2 Automatic Dimming .................... 6 2 Electric Remote ....................... 6 4 Exterior Folding ....................... 6 3 Heated .............................. 6 4 Outside ............................. 6 3 Rearview ............................ 6 2 V anity .............................. 6 4 Modif[...]

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    Phone, Hands-Free ....................... 6 5 Placard, T ire and Loading Information ....... 2 2 4 Power Brakes ............................. 2 1 6 Distribution Center .................... 3 0 7 Door Locks .......................... 1 6 M i r r o r s ............................. 6 4 Outlet .............................. 1 1 5 Seats ...............[...]

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    Safety Checks Outside V ehicle .............. 5 8 Safety Defects, Reporting ................. 3 4 4 Safety , Exhaust Gas ...................... 2 6 Safety Information, T ire .................. 2 2 0 Safety T ips ............................. 5 7 Satellite Radio ......................... 1 7 8 Satellite Radio Antenna .................. 1 8 0 Schedul[...]

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    Engine Fails to Start ................... 2 0 0 Starting and Operating ................... 1 9 9 Steering Linkage ............................ 2 9 2 Power ........................... 219,292 T ilt Column .......................... 9 8 Wheel, T ilt ........................... 9 8 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls .........................[...]

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    Safety ........................... 220,228 Self-Sealing .......................... 2 3 6 Sizes ............................... 2 2 1 Snow T ires .......................... 2 4 1 Spare T ire ........................... 2 6 1 Spinning ............................ 2 3 2 T read W ear Indicators .................. 2 3 3 T orque Converter Clutch ........[...]

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    W arning Flasher , Hazard ................. 2 5 6 W arnings and Cautions .................... 6 W arranty Information .................... 3 4 3 W asher , Adding Fluid ................. 97,293 W ashers, W indshield ..................... 9 6 W ashing V ehicle ........................ 3 0 4 Wheel Alignment and Balance ............. 2 3 5 Wheel and Wh[...]

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