Dodge 2007 Caravan - Manuals

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehiclecould seriously affect its roadworthiness and safetyand may lead to an accident resulting in seriousinjury or death. INTRODUCTION 7 1

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ Locking Doors With The Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 䡵...

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the keycode numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers canbe used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Askyour dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safeplace. Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transaxle Place the shift ...

NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power outlets, and removable console (if equipped), will remainactive for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch hasbeen turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancelthis feature. WARNING! NEVER leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingchildren in ...

Key-In-Ignition Reminder An alarm will sound to remind you if the key is left in theignition and the driver’s door is opened. Locking Doors With The Key You can insert the key with either side up. To lock thedoor, turn the key rearward, to unlock the door, turn thekey forward. See Section 7 of this ...

Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unlessthe shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shifting out ofPARK unless the key is in the ACC, or ON positions, andthe brake pedal is depressed. SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPED The Sentry Key Immobilizer Sys...

Shaft Lock Module (Vehicles Equipped withPremium Security System) — If Equipped The shaft lock module is located inside the steeringcolumn. The module works in conjunction with theSentry Key to prevent the steering shaft from rotating ifsomeone inserts an invalid ignition key into the ignitionlock c...

NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to thedealer. Customer Key Programming You can program new sentry keys to the system if youhave two valid sentry keys by performing the followingprocedure: 1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank...

General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation issubject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may bereceived, including interference that...

NOTE: If the SECURITY light stays on continuously during vehicle operation, have the system checked byyour dealer. To Disarm the System Use the Keyless Entry transmitter to unlock the door. Ifsomething has triggered the system in your absence, thehorn will sound three times when you unlock the doors...

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the keylessentry transmitter or open the doors. This feature is onlyavailable if you have Remote Keyless Entry. The lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds or theywill immediately fade to off once the ignitio...

To unlock the doors and liftgate: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitteronce to unlock the driver’s door side of the vehicle, ortwice to unlock all doors and liftgate. The illuminatedentry system also turns on. The Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st feature can beenabled or disabled by ...

Using The Panic Alarm: To turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF, press andhold the PANIC button on the transmitter for at least onesecond and release. When the panic alarm is on, theheadlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulseon and off and the interior lights will turn on. The panic ...

Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032battery. NOTE: Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate NOTE: Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board. 1. With t...

2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching thenew batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may causebattery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it withrubbing alcohol. 3. To reassemble the transmitter case snap two halvestogether. Make sure there is an even “gap” between thetwo halve...

If the lock plunger is down when you shut the door, thedoor will lock. Therefore, make sure the keys are notinside the vehicle before closing the door. WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of anaccident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive aswell as when you park and leave the ve...

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

5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switchin the LOCK direction. 6. A single chime will be heard to indicate the feature hasbeen disabled. 7. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. 8. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceledbefore the feature could be disabled. ...

5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switchin the UNLOCK direction. 6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature hasbeen changed. 7. Repeat the above steps to alternate the availability ofthis feature. 8. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceledbefore the feature coul...

Power Vent Windows — If Equipped Switches on the driver’s door trim panel let the driveroperate the two vent windows from the front seat. Power Windows — If Equipped You can control either front window using switches onthe driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch onthe passenger’s door tri...

SLIDING SIDE DOOR The sliding door may be opened from the inside or theoutside. Pull out on the outside handle to open thesliding door from the outside. To open the sliding doorfrom the inside, press the button on the grab handle andopen the door. To keep your door operating properly, observe the fo...

NOTE: The driver’s side sliding door cannot be opened while the fuel door is open. This feature operates onlywhen the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening thefuel door. Sliding Door Open Flash When the sliding door(s) are opened, the left and rightexterior hazard lights will flash for 12 se...

The power sliding door may also be opened by pressingthe switches on the overhead console or the switchlocated on the trim panel just in front of the sliding door.To keep your door operating properly, observe the fol-lowing guidelines. • Always open the door smoothly. • Avoid high impacts against th...

Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for small children ridingin the rear seats, the sliding doors are equipped with achild protection door lock system. NOTE: When the child lock system is engaged, the door can be opened only by using the outside door handleeven though the insid...

NOTE: • After engaging the child protection door lock system,always test the door from the inside to make certain itis in the desired position. • When the child lock system is engaged the door can beopened only by using the outside door handle, remotekeyless entry transmitter, switches on the overhe...

NOTE: • After setting the child protection door lock system,always test the door from the inside to make certain itis in the desired position. • The power sliding door switches will not operate if thevehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph(0 km/h). • The power sliding door will operat...

If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with apowered liftgate, pressing the button on the remotekeyless entry transmitter will result in the liftgate becom-ing unlocked for 30 seconds allowing you to manuallyaccess the liftgate area. NOTE: On vehicles without power locks, the liftgate can onl...

The power liftgate may also be opened by pressing thebutton located on the overhead console. When the remote keyless entry transmitter button ispressed and the “Lamp Flash” feature is enabled, the taillights will flash to signal that the liftgate is opening orclosing. WARNING! During power operation...

• The power liftgate must be in the full open or closepositions for any of the buttons to operate. If theliftgate is not in the full open or close positions it mustbe opened or closed manually. • If the liftgate release button is activated while thepower liftgate is closing, the liftgate will revers...

NOTE: In the event of an individual being locked inside the storage bin, the storage bin cover can be opened frominside of the bin by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark strapattached to the storage bin cover latching mechanism. Reinstalling Storage Bin Cover EmergencyRelease If the storage bin cover st...

Push the strap into the latch mechanism until it engagesaround the latch post. NOTE: Do not use the storage bin emergency release to lift the storage bin cover. The strap is intended foremergency release only. OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in yourvehicle are the rest...

WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffermuch greater injuries if you are not properly buck-led up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle orother passengers, or you can be thrown out of thevehicle. Always be sure you and others in yourvehicle are buckled up properly. Buckle u...

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back andadjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of thefront seats and next to your arm in the rear seats. Graspthe latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plateup the webbing a...

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

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

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

WARNING! • A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. • A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip downand under the belt in a collision. • A belt that is too high will apply crash forces tothe abdomen, not to the stronger hip bones. Ineither case, the risk of internal injuries is greater....

chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96seconds or until the driver’s or front passenger’s seat beltis buckled. The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will be reacti-vated if the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt isunbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehiclespeed is greater t...

The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be reacti-vated by repeating this procedure. NOTE: Although the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt WarningLight will continue to illuminate while the driver’s orfront passenger’s seat belt remains unbuckled. Seat Belts ...

Driver And Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint Systems (SRS) — Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and frontpassenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraintsystems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in thecenter of the steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbagis mounted ...

The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. Thismay allow the airbag to have different rates of inflationthat are based on collision severity and occupant size.Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federalregulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to“Occupant Cla...

WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the airbagcovers or attempt to manually open them. Youmay damage the airbags and you could be in-jured because the airbags are not there to protectyou. These protective covers for the airbag cush-ions are designed to open only when the airbagsare inflating...

NOTE: The passenger front airbag may not deploy even when the driver front airbag has if the Occupant Classi-fication System (refer to “Occupant Classification Sys-tem” in this section) has determined the seat is empty oris occupied by a child. If your vehicle is equipped, the window bag on the cras...

• The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the rightside of the instrument panel. When the ORC andimpact sensors detects a collision requiring the air-bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity ofnontoxic gas is generated to inflat...

• When the ORC and the side impact sensors (with sideimpact option) detects a collision requiring the Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker, it signals the inflator unit. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate theDriver Inflatable Knee Blocker. The Driver InflatableKnee Blocker inflates rearwar...

and cushion needs to be serviced in any way (includ-ing removal or loosening/tightening of seat attach-ment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized dealer.Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may beused. If there is a fault present in the system, the AIRBAGwarning light will illuminate in...

indicator light comes on when an adult is in the passen-ger seat, have the passenger re-position themselves in theseat until the light goes out. Remember, if the PAD indicator light is illuminated thepassenger front airbag will not inflate. For almost allproperly installed child restraints, the “PAD...

turned OFF. When the OCS system detects an adult thePAD indicator light will be off, and the airbag will beenabled. • The Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) — If Equipped is located at the outboard passenger lap belt anchor. TheBTS generates a signal based on outboard lap belttension. This signal is sent to ...

The following requirements must be strictly adhered to: • Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly orcomponents in any way. • Do not modify the front seat center console or centerposition seat in any way. • Do not use prior or future model year seat covers notdesignated for the specific model...

WARNING! • You need proper knee impact protection in acollision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarketequipment on or behind the knee bolsters. • It is dangerous to try to repair any part of theairbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone whoworks on your vehicle that it has airbags. NOTE: Perchl...

child’s back is against the seat back, they should use abelt-positioning booster seat. The child and booster seatare held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt. Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder beltcomfortably, and whose legs are long enough t...

• Buckle the child into the seat according to the childrestraint manufacturer’s directions. • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in thevehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle.Don’t leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop orcollision, it could strike the occup...

When using the tether anchorages in the outboard seat-ing positions, ensure that the strap is routed over the topof the seatback and under the head restraint between thehead restraint posts. Except for bench seats with splitseatbacks, when the tether anchorage is used in the centerseating position, ...

seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out ofreach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the childrestraint installation, instead of tucking the seat beltbehind the child restraint, route the seat belt through thechild restraint belt path and then buckle it. This shouldstow the seat ...

In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lowerstraps and tether straps so that you can more easily attachthe hook or connector to the lower anchorages and tetheranchorages. Then tighten all three straps as you push thechild restraint rearward and downward into the seat. Not all child r...

infant carrier in a vehicle without rear seats. In anaccident, serious injury or death may occur from thedeploying passenger air bag. This vehicle is equipped with a child restraint tetheranchor located on the floor, behind the front passengerseat. Use this tether anchor to secure only forward facin...

FACING TO THE REAR IN A VEHICLE EQUIPPEDWITH THE REAR SEAT DELETE FEATURE (Com-mercial Vehicles Only). When a convertible seat isproperly installed forward facing, the vehicle seatshould be adjusted to the rear most position. • Children more than 40 lbs (18 kg) should be secured inthe passenger seat...

2. Extend the child restraint tether anchor forward to-wards the front passenger seat. 3. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directionsfor proper use of connecting the child restraint to theextended tether strap. 4. If necessary, raise the passenger seat head restraint toallow the tether stra...

WARNING! The vehicle tether anchor is designed to be usedwith a child restraint only. It should not be used forany other purpose. Before use inspect the tetheranchor strap for nicks, abrasions, discoloration, andloose threads. If these or any other condition thatmight effect the performance of the s...

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . .96 ▫ Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — IfEquipped . . ....

MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rearwindow. A two point pivot system allows for horizontaland vertical adjustment of the mirror. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving thesmall control under the mirror to the night position(toward rear o...

CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,never spray any cleaning solution directly onto themirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth andwipe the mirror clean. Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — IfEquipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlightglare from v...

Select a mirror and press one of the four arrows for thedirection you want the mirror to move. Driver’s power mirror preselected positions can be con-trolled by the optional Driver Memory Seat Feature.Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in section 3 of thismanual. Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipp...

The UConnect™ system can be used with any Hands-Free Profile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. Seewww.chrysler.com/uconnect for supported phones. Ifyour cellular phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UCon-nect™ features. Refer to your cellular ...

Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnect™ system, you must pairyour compatible Bluetooth™ enabled cellular phone. NOTE: The UConnect™ system use requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth ⬙ Hands-Free Profile, ⬙ version 0.96 or higher. See www.chrysler...

you can say ⬙ John Doe, ⬙ where John Doe is a previ- ously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phone-book. Refer to ⬙ Add Names to Your UConnect™ Phonebook, ⬙ to learn how to store a name in the phonebook. • The UConnect™ system will confirm the name andthen dial the corresponding phone number, which...

• To call one of the names in the list, press the ⬙ Voice Recognition’ button during the playing of the desiredname, and then say ⬙ Call. ⬙ NOTE: the user can also exercise ⬙ Edit ⬙ or ⬙ Delete ⬙ operations at this point. • The UConnect™ system will then prompt you as tonumber designation you wish t...

• After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to(English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). • Continue to follow the system prompts to completelanguage selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts andvoice commands will be i...

Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phonekeypad and still use the UConnect™ system (whiledialing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercisecaution and take precautionary safety measures). Bydialing a number with your paired Bluetooth™ cellula...

Information Service When using AT&T Wireless Service, dialing to phonenumber ⬙ #121, ⬙ you can access voice activated automated system to receive news, weather, stocks, traffic, etc.related information. Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect™ system all...

• Even though the system is designed for users speakingin North American English, French, and Spanish ac-cents, the system may not always work for some. • When navigating through an automated system, suchas voice mail, or when sending a page at the end ofspeaking the digit string, make sure to say ⬙...

• Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudnessto a large degree rely on the phone and network, andnot the UConnect™ system. • Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by loweringthe in-vehicle audio volume. Bluetooth Communication Link Occasionally, Cellular phones have been found to loseco...

North American English Primary Alternate(s) Phone pairing Pairing Phonebook Phone book Return to main menu Return. Main menu Select phone select Set up Phone settings phone setup General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules andRSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subjec...

Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on theseat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. WARNING! Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seat couldcause you to lose control. The seat belt migh...

CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat orimpede its ability to move as it may cause damage tothe seat controls. Seat travel may become limited ifmovement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’spath. Adjustable Head Restraints — If Equipped Head restraints can reduce the risk of whip...

Heated Seats — If Equipped This feature heats the front driver and passenger seats.The controls for the heated seats are located on theinstrument panel above the radio. You may choose LOW, HIGH or No Heat. The switchposition as well as an indicator light will show when theLOW or HIGH heat is ON. WAR...

Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped The recliner mechanism control is on the outboard side ofthe seat. To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever,then push back to the desired position and release thelever. Lean forward and lift the lever to return theseatback to its normal position. Using b...

WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that theshoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.In a collision you could slide under the seat belt andbe seriously or fatally injured. Use the recliner onlywhen the vehicle is parked. Manual Lumbar — If Equipped The lumbar adjustment h...

To Fold Second Row Seats 1. Lower the head restraint and raise the armrests on thesecond row seat. 2. Slide storage bin locking mechanism to the ⬙ Locked ⬙ position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to opencover. 3. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on theoutboard side of the se...

NOTE: The cupholder must be in the closed position before the seat can be tumbled into the floor. 4. Pull rearward on the release strap located at the rear ofthe seat and tumble the seat forward into the storage bin. 5. Close the storage bin cover. Second Row Seatback Release Lever Second Row Seat R...

CAUTION! NOTE: The storage bin cover must be locked and flatto avoid damage from contact with the front seattracks, which have minimal clearance to the cover. To Unfold Second Row Seats 1. Slide storage bin locking mechanism to the ⬙ Locked ⬙ position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to ope...

4. Close the storage bin cover and adjust the headrestraint to the desired position. To Fold Third Row Seats 1. Lower the head restraint to its full down position. 2. Pull release strap marked “1” located on the rear of theseat to lower the seatback. Second Row Seatback Release Lever Third Row Seatb...

3. Pull release strap marked “2” to release the anchors. 4. Pull release strap marked “3” and tumble the seatrearward into the storage bin. To Unfold Third Row Seats 1. Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of thestorage bin and push the seat forward until the anchorslatch. Third Row Seat...

2. Pull release strap marked “1” to unlock the recliner. 3. Pull release strap marked “3” to return the seatback toits full upright position. 4. Adjust the head restraint to the desired position. Third Row Seatback Lift Assist Strap Third Row Seat Release Strap 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR V...

WARNING! In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could beinjured if seats are not properly latched to their floorattachments. Always be sure the seats are fullylatched. Tailgate Mode 1. Pull release strap “2”, then pull release strap “3” torotate the entire seat rearward. 2. To restore the sea...

WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death, never operate thevehicle with occupants in the third row seat, while inthe tailgate mode. Easy Access Seating The passenger’s and driver’s side second row seats canbe tilted forward for easy access to the third row seat orrear cargo area. To tilt the seat o...

To tilt the seat on vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Goseating, pull forward on the release strap located on thefront of the seat between the seat back and seat cushionand tilt the seat fully forward. To return the seat, lowerthe seat and ensure that it is fully latched. WARNING! In the event of a col...

5. Pull the release bar located at the bottom front edge ofthe seat to disengage the front attachments. 6. The seat assembly can now be removed from thevehicle and moved on its Easy Out 威 Rollers. To reinstall the seat, remove any obstructions from thefloor in front of the seat and ensure the head r...

3. Pull the release strap “3” located at the bottom of theseat to disengage the front attachments. 4. The seat assembly can now be removed from thevehicle and moved on its Easy Out 威 Rollers. To reinstall the 50/50 rear seat, lower the head restraint tothe full down position, tilt the seat forward a...

2 – Passenger and 3 – Passenger Bench Seats Release levers are located on the rear leg assemblies, nearthe floor. To remove the seat, squeeze each release handleand rotate downwards to deploy the wheels. A lockindicator button pops up when the seat is unlocked. Theseat assembly can now be removed fr...

WARNING! If not properly latched, the bench seats could be-come loose. Personal injuries could result. Afterreinstalling these seats, be sure the red indicatorbutton on the release handles return into thehandles. Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery baghandles ...

The release lever is below the seat and is accessible fromthe front and back of the seat. Rear Seat Descriptions 7 Passenger Model — 2– passenger bench or bucket seatsin the second position and 3– passenger bench seat or50/50 bench seat in the third position. All rear seats areremovable. Rear Bench ...

Rear Quad and 50/50 Seating Flexibility The seats may be used with either or both seatbacksfolded forward for additional storage space, or witheither or both seats removed from the vehicle. Both 50/50seats may also be moved to the 2nd row seating positionwhen the middle quad seats are removed. 1. No...

WARNING! • Not all head restraints in this vehicle are thesame. Head restraints from one seating positionshould not be removed and installed in any otherseating position. In a collision, serious injury ordeath may result if the proper head restraint isnot installed on each seat. • The cargo area in ...

Next, push to the left the safety catch located under thefront edge of the hood, near the center. Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the openposition. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 30 cm (12 inches) and then drop i...

Interior Lights Interior lights are turned on when a door or liftgate isopened, the keyless entry transmitter is activated, orwhen the dimmer control is moved to the extreme top. The interior lights will automatically turn off in about 15minutes if any of the following occur. • A door, sliding door ...

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turnsyour headlights ON or OFF basedon ambient light levels. To turnthe system ON, turn the headlightswitch to the extreme counter-clockwise position. When the sys-tem is ON, the Headlight TimeDelay feature is also ON. Thismeans your headl...

OFF or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically untilthe next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight switch. The battery protection feature will be disabled if theignition switch is turned to any other position other thanLOCK during the 3 minute delay. Headlamp Delay — If Equipped This featur...

MULTIFUNCTION LEVER Turn Signals Move the Multifunction Lever up or down and thearrows on each side of the base instrument cluster orInformation Center flash to indicate proper operation ofthe front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lanechange by moving the lever partially up or down. If...

Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel toswitch the headlights between HIGH and LOW beam. Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights bylightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-ing wheel. This will cause th...

wipers will operate for several seconds after the lever isreleased, and then resume the intermittent interval pre-viously selected. If the end of the lever is depressed while in the OFFposition, the wipers will operate for approximately twowipe cycles, then turn OFF. WARNING! Sudden loss of visibili...

TILT STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED To tilt the column, pull the small lever, located behind theturn signal control, toward you and move the wheel upor down, as desired. Release the lever to lock the wheelfirmly in place. WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. W...

To turn the system back ON, press the switch a secondtime until the TRAC OFF indicator turns OFF. NOTE: • The Traction Control System indicator comes on eachtime the ignition switch is turned ON. This will occureven if you used the switch to turn the system OFF. • The Traction Control will make buzz...

When the driver selects Reverse the system scans forobjects behind the vehicle using four sensors located inthe rear bumper. Objects can be detected from up to 59inches (150 cm). A warning display above the rearwindow provides both visible and audible warningsindicating the distance of the object. T...

NOTE: • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and debristo keep the system operating properly. • Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations couldaffect the performance of the system. If “Service Park Sense System” appears in the ElectronicVehicle Information Center (EVIC) after making sur...

• The pedals can be adjusted while driving. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when the Speed Control System is ON.The following messages will be displayed on vehiclesequipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Sys-tem (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be ...

To Activate: Push the “ON/OFF” button once and the CRUISE indi-cator located below the instrument cluster odometer willilluminate showing the electronic speed control system ison. To turn the system OFF, push the “ON/OFF” buttonagain and the system and indicator will turn off. WARNING! Leaving the E...

To Vary the Speed Setting: When the speed control is set, speed can be increased bypressing and holding the “RESUME/ACCEL” button.When the button is released, a new set speed will beestablished. Tapping the “RESUME/ACCEL” button once will resultin a 2 mph (3 km/h) speed increase. Each time the butto...

WARNING! Speed Control can be dangerous where the systemcan’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle couldgo too fast for the conditions, and you could losecontrol. An accident could be the result. Don’t useSpeed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that arewinding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery. ...

Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating which eliminates theneed to manually set the compass. When the vehicle isnew, the compass may appear erratic and the “CAL”symbol will be displayed. After completing three 360°turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects,the...

Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magneticNorth and Geographic North. In some areas of thecountry, the difference between magnetic and geographicNorth is great enough to cause the compass to give falsereadings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set. NOTE: Magneti...

• Step Button Push this button to cycle through all the Compass/Mini-trip Computer displays. • US/M Button Press this button to convert the display from U.S. tometric. To Reset The Display Pressing the Reset button once will clear the resettablefunction currently being displayed. Resettable function...

• CHECK TPM SYSTEM (Refer to ”Tire Pressure Moni-tor System” in the “Starting And Operating, TireSection”) • MEMORY SEAT DISABLED (Not in Park) — IfEquipped • ADJUSTABLE PEDAL DISABLED/CRUISE EN- GAGED • ADJUSTABLE PEDAL DISABLED/VEHICLE IN RE-VERSE • REAR PARK SENSE (Shown in Reverse only with asin...

Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock? When this feature is selected, the front and rear turnsignals will flash when the doors are locked or unlockedusing the remote keyless entry transmitter. This featuremay be selected with or without the sound horn on lockfeature selected. Pressing the “STEP” button when i...

radio, power vent windows, power outlets, and remov-able center console, when the ignition switch is turned offor until the key is removed and either front door isopened. GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink 威 Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls (hand held transmitter...

WARNING! Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust whiletraining the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause seri-ous injury or death. WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are training the Universal Transceiver. Donot train t...

2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1-3inches (3-8 cm) away from the HomeLink buttons whilekeeping the indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLinkbutton that you want to train and the hand-held trans-mitter buttons. Do not release the buttons until Step ...

In the event that you are still having programmingdifficulties, questions, or comments, contact HomeLinkat: www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515 . POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof control is located between the sunvisors on the overhead console. Press and hold the switch rearward to fully...

To close the sunroof, hold the switch in the forwardposition. Again, any release of the switch will stop themovement and the sunroof will remain in a partial opencondition until the switch is pushed forward again. The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also openas the sunroof opens. The sunsha...

the rear windows open, open the front and rear windowstogether to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurswith the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening tominimize the buffeting or open any window. Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to cleanthe glass panel...

The lower outlet is protected by an automatic reset circuitbreaker. The automatic circuit breaker restores powerwhen the overload is removed. The circuit breaker alsosupplies power to the outlet in the removable floorconsole, when in the front position. Refer to section 3“Removable Floor Console” in...

CONVENIENCE TRAY DRAWER AND CUPHOLDERS Instrument Panel Cup Holders The instrument panel cupholders are located in a pull outdrawer just below the climate controls. When the drawer is pulled out firmly, the arms of thecupholders will spring out. Place the container to be heldinto one of the cupholde...

Convenience Tray And Optional Smoker’sPackage Kit Located between the instrument panel cupholders is aconvenience tray that has been designed to hold miscel-laneous small items. NOTE: The convenience tray should never be used for ashes without the optional ash receiver in place. Perma-nent burn mark...

NOTE: • The quad seat cupholders will remain upright if theseat is tilted forward. • The quad seat cupholders are designed to break awayif stepped on. To return the cupholder to its normalposition, simply push the cupholder up to snap it intoplace. • The floor mat must be in position for optimum cup...

STORAGE Front Seat Storage Bin — If Equipped The storage bin is located under the front passenger’sseat. If equipped with a lock, it can be locked with theignition key. Second Row Seat Storage bins — If Equipped The Seat Storage Bins are located on the floor in front ofthe second row seats, the area...

Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. Slidethe storage bin locking mechanism to the ⬙ Unlocked ⬙ position to allow greater access to the storage bin. CAUTION! NOTE: The storage bin cover must be locked and flatto avoid damage from contact with the front seattracks, which have minimal c...

To Remove Storage Bins 1. Support the bin with one hand and pull the latchhandles out. 2. Twist the latch handles a 1 ⁄ 4 turn and pull outward to disengage the bin from the rail. 3. Remove the storage bin. NOTE: Make sure the latch handle pops out before removing the storage bin. To reinstall the s...

twist a 1 ⁄ 4 turn to attach the bin to the rail. Push the latch handle down to lock the storage bin in place. WARNING! In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could beinjured if the storage bins are not properly latched tothe Overhead Rail System. Always be sure thestorage bins are fully latc...

To reinstall the console, open the console lid and removethe storage tray. Pull up on the release handle and slidethe console forward to engage the front of the consoleinto the floor tray. Pivot the floor console down until it isseated on the floor tray and release the handle. Pull up onthe console ...

To remove the console use the following procedure: 1. Open the rear lid and remove the storage tray. 2. Pull up on the release handle located inside the floorconsole to disengage the floor console, reinstall thestorage tray and close the rear lid. 3. Using the front and rear grab handles, slide thec...

To reinstall the console, remove the rubber mat andrelocate to the alternate floor tray, slide the consoleforward to engage the front of the console into the floortray. Rapidly push down on the rear of the console withenough force to engage the latch, you should hear thelatch “snap” into place. Pull...

Rear Compartment Storage Bins Your vehicle may be equipped with open storage binslocated in each rear trim panel. Cargo/Tub Net A cargo/tub net is available on vehicles equipped withStow ’n Go Seating. The cargo net fits in the second rowstorage bin or the third row tub. The net is supported byhooks...

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry theweight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. Theload must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs), and should beuniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars. Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars...

To move the cross bars, loosen the thumb screws locatedat the upper edge of each cross bar approximately sixturns, then move the cross bar to the desired position,keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once thecross bar is in place, retighten the thumb screws to lockthe cross bar into pos...

WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving yourvehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off thevehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting inpersonal injury or property damage. Follow the RoofRack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roofrack. LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM The automatic load le...

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panels And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 䡵 Base Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 䡵 Instrument Cluster With Tach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 䡵 E...

䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones . . . . . . . . 274 䡵 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 275 ▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 ▫ Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 ▫ CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

INSTRUMENT PANELS AND CONTROLS 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 4

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH TACH 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank whenthe ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp — IfEquipped Each tire, including the spare (if provided),should be checked monthly when cold andinflated to the...

when a system fault is detected. The flash cycle willrepeat every ten minutes or until the fault condition isremoved and reset. CAUTION! The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) hasbeen optimized for the original equipment tires andwheels. TPMS pressures and warning have beenestablished for the ti...

This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and isa normal condition. The system will remain disabled forabout 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled. The systemwill automatically reactivate and turn off the TRAC andthe OFF indicators. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, ice, or snow, turnt...

25. Trip Odometer Button Press this button to change the display from odometer totrip odometer. The word TRIP will appear when in thetrip odometer mode. Push in and hold the button for two seconds to reset thetrip odometer to 0 miles or kilometers. The odometermust be in trip mode to reset. ELECTRON...

you understand and save you concern about these “ap-parent” malfunctions, you must understand a point ortwo about the transmission and reception of radio sig-nals. Two Types of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals... AM orAmplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted soundcauses the a...

SALES CODE RAZ — AM/ FM STEREO RADIOWITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, CD PLAYERAND CD CHANGER CONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Operating Instructions — Radio NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch. It must be in th...

To stop the search, press SCAN a second time. To Set The Radio Push-button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish tocommit to push-button memory, press the SET button.SET 1 will show in the display window. Select thepush-button you wish to lock onto this station and pressand release t...

Pinch Roller Release If ignition power or the radio ON/OFF switch are turnedoff, the pinch roller will automatically retract to protectthe tape from any damage. When power is restored to thetape player, the pinch roller will automatically reengageand the tape will resume play. Noise Reduction The Do...

If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch fromradio to CD mode and begin to play. The display willshow the track number and index time in minutes andseconds. Play will begin at the start of track one. NOTE: • You may eject a disc with the radio OFF. The ignitionswitch must be in the ON or AC...

FF/TUNE/RW Press FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin tofast forward until FF is released. The RW (Reverse)button works in a similar manner. Program Button 4 (Random Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the tracks on the se-lected disc ...

CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road, the CD player mayskip momentarily. Skipping will not damage the disc orthe player, and play will resume automatically. As a safeguard and to protect your CD player, one of thefollowing warning symbols may appear on your display. A CD HOT ...

Radio Operation Power/Volume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn thevolume control clockwise to increase the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC positionto operate the radio. PTY (Program Type) Pressing...

To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish tocommit to push-button memory, press the SET button.SET 1 will show in the display window. Select thepush-button you wish to lock onto this station and pressand release that button. If a station is not selected withi...

CD Player Operation NOTE: • The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCposition and the volume control ON before the CDplayer will operate. • This Radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD),recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compactdiscs (CD-RW) compact discs with MP3 tracks andmultise...

EJT — Eject Press the EJT button and the disc will unload and moveto the entrance for easy removal. The unit will switch tothe radio mode. If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds, it will bereloaded. The radio mode will continue to appear. The disc can be ejected with the radio OFF. FF/TUNE/...

Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3file recording media and formats are limited. Whenwriting MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric-tions. Supported media (disc types) The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio areCD-ROM, CD-R and CD-R...

Supported MP3 file formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten-sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3extension may cause playback problems. The radio isdesigned to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and willnot play the file. When using the MP3 encoder to compre...

Listed below is the standard RCAJack/Cable connection. You may alsowant to refer to the manufacture’sinstructions for the correct colorswhen connecting the RCA cables. 1. Video in (yellow) 2. Left audio in (white) 3. Right audio in (red) NOTE: MP3 player’s, video game systems, camcorders connected t...

Radio Operation Power/Volume Control Press the PWR/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turnthe volume control clockwise to increase the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position tooperate the radio. Mode Press the MODE button re...

Time Button Press the TIME button to change the display betweenradio frequency and time. General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and withRSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, 2. This d...

If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode andbegin to play when you insert the disc. The display willshow the disc number, the track number, and index timein minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start oftrack 1. LOAD/ EJT — Load Pres...

SALES CODE RBK — AM/ FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGERCONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Radio Operation Power/Volume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn thevolume control clockwise to increase the volume....

As a safeguard and to protect your CD player, one of thefollowing warning symbols may appear on your display. A CD HOT symbol indicates the player is too hot. CD HOT will pause the operation. Play can be resumedwhen the operating temperature is corrected or anotherMODE is selected. An ERR symbol wil...

stereo radio with CD capability. Refer to your “Naviga- tion User’s Manual” for detailed operating instructions. NOTE: If your vehicle is not equipped with the CD Changer option, you will not be able to use the Naviga-tion system and the CD Player simultaneously. Alwaysremove the Navigation DVD befo...

The CD/DVD Changer will play CD-R, CD-RW, CD-Audio and DVD Video disc formats. The video screenwill turn on automatically once a DVD is inserted into thechanger. NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position before the CD/DVD changer will operate. Operating Instructions — CD/DVD Change...

which numbered position the disc will be loaded into.The disc will automatically be pulled into the CD/DVDchanger. 3. Upon insertion, the disc will begin to play, and thelight below the loading slot will turn off. On vehiclesequipped with the premium version the light above thechosen button will rem...

EJECT (EJT) Button If there is a disc in the changer, press the EJT button andthe disc will eject. If you do not remove the disc within 10seconds, it will be reloaded and the display will showPAUSE. The radio mode will continue to operate. To eject additional discs from the premium versionmulti-disc...

Remote Control Battery Service • To replace the batteries for the remote control slide thecover rearward. The replacement batteries for the remote control are twoAAA batteries. Operating Instructions — Video Screen Push up on the release button to lower the video screen. Lowering Video Screen 266 UN...

1. Screen Width Button Changes the width of the screen picture. 2. Enter Button This button will enter the selection from theon-screen menu. 3. Brightness Button Changes the brightness of the screen picture. Video Screen and Controls 1 — Screen Width Button2 — Enter Button3 — Brightness Button4 — Vi...

Operating Instructions — Headphones 1. Power Button 2. Volume Control 3. Power Indicator Power Button Pressing the power button will turn the headphonesON/OFF. An indicator light will illuminate on the head-phone earpiece to indicate the headphones are ON. NOTE: • The headphones will turn off automa...

• Replace the battery in each earpiece and reinstall thecover. The headphones require two AAA batteries. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules andRSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful in...

PTY Button ⴖ SEEK ⴖ When the desired program is obtained, press the ⬙ SEEK ⬙ button within five seconds. The channel will change tothe next channel that matches the program type selected. Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on theroof around the rooftop antenna location...

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IFEQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rearsurface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 O’clockpositions. The right hand rocker switch has a push button in thecenter and controls the volume and mode of the soundsystem. Pressing the top of the ro...

2. Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect fromslackness and dust when it is not in use. 3. Keep the cassette tape away from direct sunlight, heatand magnetic fields such as the radio speakers. 4. Before inserting a tape, make sure that the label isadhering flat to the cassette. 5. A loose tap...

4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,or antistatic sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may becometoo high. CLIMATE CONTROLS The Air Conditioning and Heating System is desig...

mode. When the blower control is set to any positionother than off, it selects the amount of air delivered to thepassenger compartment. There are four blower speeds. The fan speed increases as youmove the control clockwise. Dual Zone Temperature Control — If Equipped With the Dual Zone Temperature C...

Front Mode Control The mode control allows you tochoose from several patterns of airdistribution. NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions betweenthe major modes. These intermediate positions are iden-tified by the small dots. Panel Mode Pan...

Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets, flooroutlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directedthrough the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature lever positions, the bi- level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of thepanel outlets and warmer air from the...

Mix Mode Air comes from the floor, defrost and side windowdemist outlets. This mode works best in cold or snowyconditions. It allows you to stay comfortable while keep-ing the windshield clear. Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window demistoutlets. Use this setting when necessary ...

NOTE: For improved safety, the compressor is activated and the recirculation mode is deactivated when Mix orDefrost modes are selected. This is done to assist indrying the air and it will help in keeping the windowsfrom fogging. Manual Air Conditioning Operation To turn on the air conditioning, set ...

recirculation mode to rapidly cool the inside of thevehicle. The recirculation mode can also be used totemporarily block out outside odors, smoke, and dust. NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned OFF, the recircula-tion feature will be cancelled. • In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode ...

• Start the engine, and continue to hold in the “RearWipe/Wash” button until the indicator light startsflashing repeatedly. • Press the recirculation button until the indicator lightremains lit. • The selection will be stored when the ignition switch isturned OFF or if the “Rear Wipe/Wash” button is...

Rear Blower Control The primary control for the rear blower is on the frontclimate control unit located on the instrument panel. The center knob on the front climate control unit has fivepositions, “REAR”, “OFF”, and a range of blower speeds.Only when the primary control for the rear blower is inthe...

The rear temperature knob and the rear blower speed canbe adjusted as desired by the second seat occupants. Automatic Temperature Control — If Equipped The Infrared Three-Zone Automatic Temperature ControlSystem automatically maintains the interior comfort leveldesired by the driver and all passenge...

This feature may be enabled using the following proce-dure: • Press and hold the Heated Rear Window and Auto HIbuttons for 5 seconds. • The “DELAY” symbol will flash to indicate that thefeature as been enabled. Power Button This button turns the entire system ON/OFF. When thesystem is turned on it w...

Bi-Level Mode Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets, flooroutlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directedthrough the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature positions, the bi-level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the paneloutlets and warmer air f...

Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window demistoutlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost yourwindshield and side windows. NOTE: While operating in either ⬙ Auto HI ⬙ or ⬙ Auto LO ⬙ , the system will not automatically sense the presence of fog, mist, or ice on the windshie...

the recirculation button. The recirculation mode shouldonly be used temporarily. The recirculation symbol willilluminate in the display when this button is selected.Push the button a second time to turn off the recirculationicon in the display and allow outside air into the vehicle. NOTE: In cold we...

Operation of the rear system is quite simple. Begin byrotating the rear system center control knob on the frontATC control unit to the “REAR CONTROL” position, thisilluminates an “UNLOCK” symbol in the rear display.Next, rotate the Rear Blower Control and the Rear ModeControl to the “AUTO” positions...

Rear Blower Control The rear blower control, located inthe headliner near the center ofthe vehicle has an “OFF”, “AUTO” and a range of blowerspeeds. The rear blower control knob can be manually set to“OFF” or any fixed blower speed by rotating the knobfrom low to high. This allows the rear seat occu...

Rear Mode Control The Rear Mode Control, located inthe headliner near the center ofthe vehicle can be used to selectbetween Auto, Headliner, Bi-Level and Floor modes. Auto Mode The rear system automatically maintains the correctmode and comfort level desired by the rear seat occu-pants. Floor Mode A...

glycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended. Referto section 7, Maintenance Procedures, of this manual forproper coolant selection. Winter Operation To insure the best possible heater and defroster perfor-mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function-ing properly and the proper amount...

Rear Washer Operation — Manual TemperatureControl Only The controls are located on the Manual Tempera-ture Control head above the front blower control.Press and hold the button for as long as spray is desired. If the button is depressed and held while theIntermittent wiper is on, the wiper will oper...

Rear Wiper Operation — Automatic TemperatureControl Only Press this button to have the rear wiper have acontinuous wipe. When the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position, the rear wiper switch position as wellas an indicator light will show that the wiper is ON. Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation —...

the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radia-tor antifreeze) and operate the system for a few secondsto flush out the residual water. The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluidwhen the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates. Electric Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped Press ...

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 ▫ Normal Starting (Above 32°F / 0°C) . . . . . . . . 312 ▫ Extremely Cold Weather Starting (Below ⫺ 20°F / –29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. WARNING! • Be sure to turn off the engine if you want to rest orsleep in your car. Accidents can be caused byinadvertently moving the gear selection lever orby press...

If Engine Fails To Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the“Normal Starting” procedure, it may be flooded. Pushthe accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold itthere while cranking the engine. This should clear anyexcess fuel in case the engine is flooded. CAUTION! To ...

WARNING! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get itstarted. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuelcould enter the catalytic converter and once theengine has started, ignite and damage the converterand vehicle. If the vehicle has a discha...

WARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or“N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. Ifyour foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, thevehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hitsomeone or something. Only shift...

Reset Mode - Electronic Transmission The transmission is monitored electronically for abnor-mal conditions. If a condition is detected that could causedamage, the transmission automatically shifts into sec-ond gear. The transmission remains in second geardespite the forward gear selected. Park (P), ...

occur only to prevent engine overspeed while downshiftsoccur earlier than other gear range selections. NOTE: The vehicle computer will over ride Overdrive and “3” Drive ranges by changing shift points if thetransmission operating temperature exceeds acceptablelimits. This is done to prevent transmis...

When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels toward thecurb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on anuphill grade. The parking brake should always be applied wheneverthe driver is not in the vehicle. BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost for any reason (forexample, repeated brake ap...

TRACTION CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each ofthe driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brakepressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and enginepower is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration andstability. A feature of the TCS system functions simil...

• There is a Traction Control System malfunction • The system has been deactivated to prevent damage tothe brake system due to overheated brake tempera-tures NOTE: The Traction Control will make buzzing or clicking sounds when in operation. NOTE: Extended heavy use of Traction Control may cause the ...

Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for awedge of water to build up between the tire and roadsurface. This is known as hydroplaning and may causepartial or complete loss of vehicle control and stoppingability. To reduce this possibility, the following precau-tions should be ...

• European Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Tires designed to this standard havethe tire size molded into the sidewall beginning withthe section width. The letter ⬙ P ⬙ is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is ...

EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation —This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tiresafety standards, and is approved for highway use. MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location. (2 digits) L9 = Code represe...

Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side“B” pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information 332 STARTING AND OPERATING

This placard tells you important information aboutthe:1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle2) the total weight your vehicle can carry3) the tire size designed for your vehicle4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear,and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load o...

2. Economy— Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wearpatterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormalwear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need forearlier tire replacement. Under inflation, also increasestire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consump-tion....

Example: If garage temperature = 68 °F (20 °C) and theoutside temperature = 32 °F (0 °C) then the cold tireinflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa),which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12 °F (7 °C) for thisoutside temperature condition. Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 ...

Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only inthe tread area because of sidewall flexing. Consult yourauthorized tire dealer for radial tire repairs. Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use withradial tires. It is engineered to be used on your sty...

WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and injuresomeone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels fasterthan 30 mph (48 km/h) for more than 30 secondscontinuously when you are stuck, and don’t letan...

Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and spare tire should be replaced after sixyears, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure tofollow this warning can result in sud...

WARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combina-tions of unapproved tires and wheels may changesuspension dimensions and performance charac-teristics, resulting in changes to steering, han-dling, and braking of your vehicle. This can causeun...

Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration.Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration andavoid tire cupping and spotty wear. TIRE CHAINS Use only compact chains, or other traction aids that meetSAE type “Class S” specifications. Chains...

NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of timeon dry pavement. Observe the tire chain manufacturer’sinstructions on method of installation, operating speed,and conditions for usage. Always use the lower suggested operating speed if botht...

Section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permis-sible if desired. The reasons for any rapid or unusualwear should be corrected prior to rotation being per-formed. The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross”shown in the following diagram. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) — IFEQUI...

Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp willilluminate in the instrument cluster and an audiblechime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low. The audible chimewill sound once every ignition cycle for each low...

Pressure Monitoring Lamp to be ON, and a Chime willsound. This sequence will repeat for every key cycle untilthe original TPMS tire has been properly repaired (orreplaced) and put back on the vehicle in place of thecompact spare tire. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC ...

Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’sperformance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance,damage the emission control system. • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignitionmalfunctions, ...

• Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbonmonoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill.Never run the engine in a closed area, such as agarage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with theengine running for an extended period. If the vehicle isstopped in an open area with the engine ru...

NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or nearthe vehicle when the gas cap is removed or thetank filled. • Never add fuel when the engine is running. Thisis in violation of most state and federal fireregulations and...

• If the problem continues, the message will appear thenext time the vehicle is started. See Section 7 of thismanual for more information. Make sure that the fuelfiller cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled. FLEXIBLE FUEL — FLEET VEHICLES ONLY E-85 General Information The information in...

ETHANOL FUEL (E-85) E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and15% unleaded gasoline. WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and couldcause serious personal injury. Never have any smok-ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov-ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or ...

For best results, a refueling pattern that alternates be-tween E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be avoided.When you do switch fuels, it is recommended that • you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates lessthan 1/4 full • you do not add less than 5 gallons (19L) whenrefueling • you operate the ...

Vehicle Certification Label Your vehicle has a certification label attached to thedriver’s door pillar. The label contains the following information: • Name of manufacturer • Month and year of manufacture • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front • Gross Axle Weigh...

A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note thatneither the GVWR or the GAWR capacities have beenexceeded. Example Only FrontAxle Rear Axle Empty Weight 2,140 lbs (971 kg) 1,470 lbs (667 kg) Load (Including driver, pas-sengers and cargo) 360 lbs (163 kg) 980 lbs (445 kg) Total 2,500 lbs (1 1...

To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirementsand recommendations in this manual concerning ve-hicles used for trailer towing. Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assistyou in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GV...

safety. The addition of a friction / hydraulic sway controlalso dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds andcontributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (loadequalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier TongueWeights (TW) and may be...

Trailer Hitch Classification Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing oftrailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optionalTrailer Tow Prep Package. See your dealer for packagecontent. The following chart provides the industry standard forthe maximum trailer weight a given traile...

Trailer Hitch Classification Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) Class IV - ExtraHeavy Duty 10,000 lbs (4 540 kg) All trailer hitches should be professionally installed onyour vehicle. Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer WeightRatings) The following chart provides the maximum trailerweig...

Engine/Transmission GCWR (Gross Com- bined Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. 3.3L & 3.8L Auto-matic with trailertow package 8,600 lbs (3900 kg) 40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square meters) Up to 2 persons & Luggage 3,800 lbs (1723 kg)* 380 lbs (172 kg) 8,600 lbs (3900 ...

Towing Requirements To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle driv-etrain components the following guidelines are recom-mended: CAUTION! • Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may damageyour vehicle. • During the first 500 miles (805 km) of trail...

• When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not over-load your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause aloss of control, poor performance or damage to brakes,axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, chas-sis structure or tires. • Safety chains must always be used between yourvehicle and ...

Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required formotoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7 pinwiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harnessand connec...

Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the trailer in an area away from heavytraffic. Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The “D” range can be selected when towing. However, iffrequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3” rangeshould be selected. NOT...

Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (IfEquipped) − Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage untilyou can get back to cruising speed. − Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loa...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 ▫ Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating . . . 387 ▫ Jacking Instruc...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The hazard flasher switch is located in the center ofthe instrument panel above the radio. To engage the Hazard Warning Flashers, depress theswitch on the instrument panel. When the Hazard Warn-ing Switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn...

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce thepotential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-tion. • On the highways — Slow down. • In city traffic — While stopped, put transmission inneutral, but do not increase engine idle speed. NOTE: There are steps that ...

WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You orothers could be badly burned by steam or boilingcoolant. You may want to call a service center if yourvehicle overheats. If you decide to look under thehood yourself, see Section 7, Maintenance, of thismanual. Follow the warnings under the Coo...

Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating Preparations For Jacking WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help preventpersonal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle closeto moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avo...

Jack Location — Stow ’n Go Seating The jack, jack handle and winch handle tools are stowedbehind the rear left side trim panel in the rear cargo area.Pull up on the lever to release the cover. Remove the scissors jack and jack handle by rotating thesmall wing nut to the left. Also remove the tool po...

Spare Tire Stowage — Stow ’n Go Seating For vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the sparetire is stowed inside a protective cover located under thecenter of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mecha-nism. The “spare tire drive” nut is located on the floor,under a plastic cap between the fro...

Jacking Instructions — Stow ’n Go Seating 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts byturning them to the left one turn while the wheel is stillon the ground. 2. To remove the compact spare tire/cover assembly,assemble the winch handle extensions to form a “T’ andfit the winch “T” handle over...

CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with thewinch “T” handle only. Use of an air wrench or otherpower tools is not recommended and can damage thewinch. 3. Assemble the winch handle extensions to form theSpare Tire Hook and pull the compact spare tire/coverassembly from under the vehicle...

4. When the compact spare tire/cover assembly is clearof the vehicle, stand the tire/cover assembly upright andremove the wheel spacer by squeezing the two retainingtabs together. 5. There are two jack engagement locations on each sideof the body, refer to the following illustration. Squeezing Winch...

Jack Engagement Locations WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 6

6. These locations are on the sill flange of the body andconsist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to belocated, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabsclosest to the wheel to be changed. Place the wrench onthe jack screw and turn to the right until the jack head isproperly engaged i...

10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to theleft. 11. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on thewrench while tightening for increased leverage. Alternatelug nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correctwheel nut tightness is 130 N·m (95 ft. lbs). If in doubtabout the correct ...

15. Stow the jack, jack handle and winch handle tools. 16. Check the compact spare tire pressure as soon aspossible. Correct pressure as required. Secure The Spare Tire As Follows: 1. To stow the compact spare tire/cover assembly onvehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, assemble thewinch handle ...

CAUTION! For vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, theWinch Mechanism is designed specifically to stow aCOMPACT Spare Tire ONLY. Do not attempt to usethe Winch to stow the Full Size ’Flat’ Tire, or anyother Full Size Tire. Vehicle damage may result. Jacking Instructions — Non Stow ’n Go Seating...

Jacking Instructions — Non Stow ’n Go Seating 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts byturning them to the left one turn while the wheel is stillon the ground. 2. Fit the jack handle over the drive nut. Rotate the nut tothe left until the spare is on the ground with enough slackcable to al...

• For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation,stow with the valve stem toward the rear of thevehicle. • Using the jack handle, rotate the drive nut to theright until the wheel is drawn into place against theunderside of the vehicle. • Continue to rotate the nut until you hear the mecha-nism...

Check the Battery Test Indicator (if equipped). If a light orbright colored dot is visible in the indicator (if equipped),DO NOT jump-start the battery. If the indicator (if equipped) is dark or shows a green dot,proceed as follows: 1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelrysuch as watch ba...

CAUTION! • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the frontwith sling type towing equipment. Damage to thefront fascia will result. • Always use wheel lift equipment when towingfrom the front. The only other approved methodof towing is with a flat bed truck. • Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. ...

TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHERVEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on theground) Flat towing of vehicles equipped with an automatictransmission, is only permitted within the limitationsdescribed in this section. TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHERVEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLY The manufacturer doe...

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 2.4L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414 䡵 3.3L/3.8L Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . . 416 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 416 䡵 Emissio...

▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430 ▫ Steering Shaft Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 431 ▫ Steering Linkage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 431 ▫ Drive Shaft Universal Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 431 ▫ Body Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . ...

2.4L ENGINE Engine Compartment 2.4L Engine 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

cap until a ⬙ clicking ⬙ sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometerreset button to turn the message off. If the problempersists, the message will appear the next time thevehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. Ifthe problem is dete...

DEALER SERVICE Your dealer has the qualified service personnel, specialtools, and equipment to perform all service operations inan expert manner. Service Manuals are available whichinclude detailed service information for your vehicle.Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedureyourself. N...

Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil mustbe maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level atregular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or befores...

Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your kind of driving affects theinterval at which your oil should be changed. Check thefollowing list to see if any apply to you. • Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C). • Stop and Go driving. • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions. •...

Synthetic Engine Oils There are a number of engine oils being promoted aseither synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to usesuch a product, use only those oils that are American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified and have the recom-mended SAE viscosity grade. Follow the maintenanceschedule that...

WARNING! The air cleaner can provide a measure of protectionin the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the aircleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair ormaintenance. Make sure that no one is near theengine compartment before starting the vehicle withthe air cleaner removed. Failure to ...

• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wiresdisconnected or removed, such as when diagnostictesting, or for prolonged periods during very roughidling or malfunctioning operating conditions. Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma-nently sealed. You will never ...

CAUTION! • It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that the positive cable is attached to thepositive post and the negative cable is attached tothe negative post. Battery posts are marked posi-tive (+) and negative (-) and identified on thebattery case. Cable clamps should be tight o...

WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricantsapproved by the manufacturer for your air condi-tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants areflammable and can explode, injuring you. Otherunapproved refrigerants or lubricants can causethe system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Referto...

The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice ayear, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a smallamount of a high quality lubricant such as Mopar 威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder. Windshield Wiper Blades The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshieldsho...

Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry intothe vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaustsystem. Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaustsystem, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle isd...

Adding Engine Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved enginecoolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. Thiscoolant can be used up to 5 Years or 100,000 miles beforereplacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte-nance period, it is important that you use the samecoolant t...

The radiator normally remains completely full, so there isno need to remove the radiator cap unless checking forcoolant freeze point or replacing coolant. Advise yourservice attendant of this. As long as the engine operatingtemperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need onlybe checked once a m...

WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure andpossibly an accident. Driving with your foot restingor riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormallyhigh brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, andpossible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your fullbraking capacity in an emergency. Brak...

replaced immediately! Eventual deterioration of the hosecan take place resulting in a possibility of a burst failure. WARNING! Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure.You could have an accident. If you see any signs ofcracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brakehoses replaced immedia...

The dipstick is located just behind the radiator, lowerright side. Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in thetransmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-mance. Use only manufacturers recommended transmis-sion fluid, refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine ...

Procedure For Checking Fluid Level The fluid level in the automatic transmission should bechecked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation withan improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of thetransmission and of the fluid. To properly check the automatic transmission fluid level,the fol...

CAUTION! Do not overfill. Dirt and water in the transmissioncan cause serious damage. To prevent dirt and waterfrom entering the transmission after checking orreplenishing fluid, make certain that the dipstick capis reseated properly. Fluid and Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid should be c...

Front And Rear Wheel Bearings Front and rear wheel bearings are permanently sealed.No regular maintenance is required for these compo-nents. Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-graphic location...

• If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident orsimilar cause which destroys the paint and protectivecoating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos-sible. The cost of such repairs is considered the respon-sibility of the owner. • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,de-ice...

Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regularcleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirtcan act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholsteryand should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft clothand Mopar Total Clean. Care s...

Press the stop tab, slide the entire drawer out and removeit from the instrument panel. Cleaning Soak the drawer, with the drawer front facing up, in amixture of medium hot tap water and one teaspoon ofmild liquid dish soap. Let soak for approximately one hour. After one hour pull the drawer from th...

FUSES — INTEGRATED POWER MODULE An Integrated Power Module (IPM) located in the enginecompartment near the battery. This center contains car-tridge fuses and mini fuses. A label that identifies eachcomponent may be printed on the inside of the cover.Refer to the graphic below for FUSES/IPM location....

Cavity Mini Fuse Description F21 25 AmpNatural Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS) Module F23 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch F24 20 Amp Yel-low Hazard F26 20 Amp Yel-low Stop Lamp F33 15 Amp Blue Front/Rear Washer 20 Amp Yel-low Spare (IOD) CAUTION! • When installing the Integrated Power Modulecover, it is impo...

NOTE: For lighted switches, see your dealer for replace- ment instructions. All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glasscartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approvedand should not be used for replacement. LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number Back-up, Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, & S...

2. Turn the bulb socket retaining ring or the bulb assem-bly counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace thebulb. NOTE: On some vehicles it may be necessary to slide the red release lock rearward and push forward on theconnector while depressing the release tab. CAUTION! Do ...

Front Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lights 1. Remove the three screws securing the headlight mod-ule. 2. Twist the turn signal socket to remove from theheadlight module and pull bulb from socket. 3. Replace bulb, reinstall socket and then reinstall theheadlight module. 458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Fog Lights 1. Reach behind the front fascia from under the vehicle. 2. Twist the front fog light bulb to remove from the foglight housing. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace thebulb. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oilcontamination will severely shorten bulb lif...

4. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and reattach theCHMSL. License Light 1. Remove the two lens assembly mounting screws. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Replace the bulb andreattach the lens assembly. FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel 20 Gallons 76 Liters Engine Oil-with filter 2.4 L...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 466 䡵 Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 466 ▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 469 ▫ Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 478 8 M A I N T...

Miles 3, 000 6, 000 9, 000 12, 000 15, 000 18, 000 (Kilometers) (5 000 ) (10 000 ) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X Rotate Tires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace ifnecessary. X X X X X Replace ...

Miles 57, 000 60, 000 63, 000 66, 000 69, 000 72, 000 (Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X Rotate Tires X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace ifnecessary. X X X X X R...

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 486 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 486 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 486 ▫ Be Reasonable ...

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SpeechImpaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, themanufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its CustomerCenter. Any hearing or speech impaired customer whohas access to a TDD or a ...

WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms andprovisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable tothis vehicle. MOPAR 姞 PARTS Mopar 威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep yourvehicle o...

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Compass Variance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170Computer, Trip/Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171Console, Overhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167Console, Removable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193,194Contract, Service . . . . . . . . . . ...

Maintenance, Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Maintenance Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 466 Light Duty Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . ....

Integrated, Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Reclining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127,129Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...