Dodge 2007 Nitro - Manual

million annually. In a roll over crash an unbelted personis significantly more likely to die than a person wearinga seat belt. Always buckle up. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the table of contents to determine which sectioncontains the information you desire. The detailed index, at the rear of this...

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodilyinjury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you donot read this entire manual you may miss importantinformation. Obser...

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 9 1

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 䡵 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . .16 ▫ ...

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plasticbag with the key code number on it. If you received yourkeys without the bag, ask your dealer to give you thenumber. The key code can also be obtained by the dealerfrom your vehicle invoice. Ignition Key Removal Manual Tra...

Automatic Transmission — If Equipped Place the shift lever in P (Park). Turn the ignition switchto the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward,rotate the key to the LOCK position, and remove the key. WARNING! Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger-ous for a number of reasons. A ch...

Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition,sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steeringwheel lock (manual transmission only). This lock pre-vents steering the vehicle wi...

the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two (2)seconds if someone uses an invalid key to start theengine. NOTE: A key that has not been programmed is consid- ered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition lockcylinder for that vehicle. During normal operation, after turning on...

NOTE: When having the Sentry Key System serviced, bring all vehicle keys to the dealer. Customer Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have twovalid keys by doing the following: 1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank(s) tomatch the ignition switch lock cylinder ke...

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...

The lights also will fade to off if you turn on the ignitionafter you close all the doors. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY NOTE: For the remote starting feature (if equipped), refer to the “Remote Starting System” section. NOTE: Your vehicle’s keyfob may have three, or four buttons, depending on the optional f...

1. Perform this operation while standing outside thevehicle. 2. Press and hold the “Lock” button on a programmed(i.e. functional) key fob. 3. Continue to hold the “Lock” button, wait at least 4seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds, then press andhold the PANIC button. Release both buttons at the sa...

horn. In case one should go off in the future, you willneed to know which mode has been activated in order todeactivate it. To activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF,press and release the PANIC button on the transmitteronce. When the Panic mode is activated, the interiorlights will illumi...

1. If the key fob is equipped with a screw, remove thescrew. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use aflat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart.Make sure not to damage the seal during removal. 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching thenew batteries with your finger...

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If your Keyless Entry Transmitter fails to operate from anormal distance, check for these two conditions. 1. Weak batteries in transmitter. The exp...

Once the vehicle has started, the engine will run for 15minutes. To cancel remote start, press the “Remote Start”button once. To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during aremote start, you must first unlock the vehicle using the“Unlock” button on the key fob. After the vehicle isunlocked...

three single chimes will occur (One chime for eachcomplete display cycle (three cycles total). After this, thedisplay will continue to cycle only (no chimes). If the trip/reset button is pressed while the VF warningsare being displayed, the VF display will revert back toonly displaying the odometer/...

WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of anaccident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive aswell as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle always remove the keyfrom the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Donot leave children unattended in the vehicle, ...

locks 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 key is in the ignition switch anda door is open, as a reminder to remove the key. Automatic Door Locks If this ...

WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.Remember that the rear doors can only be openedfrom the outside when the child protection locks areengaged. NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), roll downwindow and open the door wit...

Power Off to Accessories Until Exit” in Section 4 of thismanual. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel thisfeature. WARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys inthe ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-tended children, can become entrapped by the win-dows while operating t...

Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door (belowthe power window switches) allows you to disable thewindow control on the other doors. To disable thewindow controls on the other doors, press the windowlockout button. To enable the window controls, press thewindow lockout b...

To open the liftgate, pull up (squeeze) on the handle andlift. Manually unlocking the vehicle doors with theplunger or a key in the lock cylinder will not unlock theliftgate. WARNING! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonousexhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas-sengers could be...

NOTE: The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates ofinflation that are based on collision severity. Please pay close attention to the information in thissection. It tells you how to use your restraint systemproperly to keep you and your passen...

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 above the back of your seat.Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latchplate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the beltgo around yo...

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 notprotect you properly. The lap portion could ride toohigh on your body, possibly causing internal injuries.Always buckle your belt into...

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below yourabdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up abit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is tootight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snugbelt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in acollision. WARNING...

6. To release the belt, push the red button marked PRESSon the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to itsstowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate downthe webbing to allow it to retract fully. WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collisionand leave you with no prote...

As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you willprefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average,you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release theanchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure thatit is locked in position. Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped In this mode, the...

WARNING! • The belt and retractor assembly must be replacedif the seat belt assembly “automatic locking re-tractor” feature or any other seat belt function isnot working properly when checked according tothe procedures in the Service Manual. • Failure to replace the belt and retractor assemblycould ...

seconds or until the driver seat belt is buckled. TheEnhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will be reactivatedif the driver seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8km/h). The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be en-abled or disabled by your au...

Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the beltacross the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible.Keep the belt low so that it does not come across theabdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will takethe force if there is a collision. Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short,...

Driver And Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint Systems (SRS) This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and rightfront passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraintsystems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in thesteering wheel. The passenger side airbag is mounted inthe instrument pan...

This vehicle is equipped with window bags to protect thedriver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a win-dow. They are located above the side windows. Theircovers are also labeled SRS/AIRBAG. NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will open to allow airbag depl...

The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. Thisallows the airbag to have different rates of inflation thatare based on collision severity. Along with the seat belts,front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bol-sters to provide improved protection for the driver andfront passenger...

WARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to moresevere injuries in a collision. The airbags workwith your seat belt to restrain you properly. Insome collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all.Always wear your seat belts even though youhave airbags. • Being too close to the steering wheel o...

• Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner • Occupant Classification System (OCS) — Front Pas-senger Seat Only − Occupant Classification Module − Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light − Weight Sensors How The Airbag System Works • The Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) Module de- ter...

either momentarily or continuously. A single chimewill sound if the light comes on again after initial startup. WARNING! Ignoring the “Airbag Warning Light” in your instru-ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbagsto protect you in a collision. If the light does notcome on, stays on after you ...

objects are placed on the seat, the passenger airbagwill not inflate even though the “PAD Indicator Light”is not illuminated. The “PAD Indicator Light” should not be illuminatedwhen a adult passenger is properly seated in the frontpassenger seat. In this case, the airbag is ready to beinflated if a ...

because this can also affect occupant classification. Also,if you fold down the rear seat check to be sure it doesn’ttouch the front passenger seat. If the front passenger seat is damaged in any way, itshould only be serviced by an authorized dealer. If theseat is removed (or even if the seat attach...

The front passenger seat assembly contains critical com-ponents that affect the front passenger airbag deploy-ment. Correctly functioning front passenger seat compo-nents are critical for the Occupant Classification System(OCS) to properly classify the front passenger and calcu-late the proper airba...

WARNING! Unapproved modifications or service procedures tothe front passenger seat assembly, its related compo-nents, or seat cover may inadvertently change theairbag deployment in case of a frontal crash. Thiscould result in death or serious injury to the frontseat passenger if the vehicle is invol...

• As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-likeparticles. The particles are a normal by-product of theprocess that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbaginflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin,eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation,rinse the area with co...

Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when youneed it. You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you. Donot modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges orstickers to the steerin...

Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all thetime — babies and children, too. Every state in the UnitedStates and all Canadian provinces require that smallchildren ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law,and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Children 12 years...

• In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening thelap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because thebuckle or latch plate is too close to the belt pathopening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch platefrom the buckle and twist the short buckle-end beltseveral times to shorten it. Insert the...

The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighingmore than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fitthe vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sitwith knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while thechild’s back is against the seat back, they should use abelt-positi...

having attachments for those anchorages will continue toalso have features for installation using the vehicle’s seatbelts. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks forconnection to the top tether anchorages have been avail-able for some time. For some older child restraints, manychild restrai...

Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle SeatBelt The passenger seat belts are equipped with either cinch-ing latch plates or automatic locking retractors, which aredesigned to keep the lap portion tight around the childrestraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. Ifthe seat bel...

Route the tether strap over the seat back and attach thehook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.For the outboard seating positions, route the tether overthe head rests, and attach the hook to the tether anchorlocated on the back of the seat. WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether ...

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . .82 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

▫ Sunshade Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 ▫ Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 ▫ Sunroof Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 䡵 Electrical Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 ▫ Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Of...

MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror The mirror should be adjusted to center on the viewthrough the rear window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal andvertical adjustment of the mirror. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving thesmall control under the mirror to the night position(t...

Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head-light glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn thefeature on or off by pressing the button at the base of themirror. A light in the button will indicate when thedimming feature is activated. CAUTION! T...

WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the right sideconvex mirror will look smaller and farther awaythan they really are. Relying too much on your rightside mirror could cause you to collide with anothervehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror whenjudging the size or distance of a vehic...

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To usethe mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing themirror cover upward. The lights will turn on automati-cally. Closing the mirror cover will turn off the light. Sun Visor “Slide-Out” Feature The sun vi...

NOTE: The UConnect™ system use requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth ⬙ Hands-Free Profile, ⬙ version 0.96 or higher. See www.chrysler.com/uconnectfor supported phones. UConnect™ allows you to transfer calls between thesystem and your cellular phone as you enter or exit yourvehicle, a...

The rearview mirror contains the microphone for thesystem and the radio has the two control buttons that willenable you to access the system. Actual button locationmay vary with radio. The individual buttons are de-scribed in the “Operations” section. The UConnect™ system can be used with any Hands-...

• System will prompt you to say the name of the personyou want call. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example,you can say ⬙ John Doe, ⬙ where John Doe is a previ- ously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phonebook. Refer to ⬙ Add N...

• The UConnect™ system will play the names of all thephone book entries. • To call one of the names in the list, press the ⬙ Voice Recognition’ button during the playing of the desiredname, and say ⬙ Call. ⬙ NOTE: The user can also exercise ⬙ Edit ⬙ or ⬙ Delete ⬙ operations at this point. • The UCon...

• You can also press the ⬘ Voice Recognition’ button anytime while the list is being played and then choosethe phone you wish to delete. Things You Should Know About Your UConnect™System Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-nizing their voice commands or numbers, th...

• Make sure that no one other than you is speakingduring a voice recognition period. • Performance is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. • Even though the system is ...

• low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, and • dry weather condition. • operation from driver seat. • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudnessto a large degree rely on the phone and network, andnot the UConnect™ system. • Echo at f...

SEATS Front Manual Seat Adjustment Move the seat forward or rearward using the adjustmentbar. Lift up on the bar located on the front of the seat nearthe floor. Position the seat and be sure the latch engagesfully. Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on theseat to be sure the seat adjuste...

Front Seat Adjustment — Recline To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on theoutboard side of the seat, lean back, and release the leverat the desired position. To return the seatback, lift thelever, lean forward, and release the lever. WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that...

6–Way Driver’s Power Seat with Manual Recliner The seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat nearthe floor. Use this switch to move the seat up or down,forward or rearward, or to tilt the seat. This seat also has a manual recline lever located just tothe rear of the power seat switch. Pull up ...

Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat The front passenger seat can be folded flat to allow forextended cargo space. Pull up on the lever to fold downthe seat back. Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the rear. Adjustable headrestraints should be...

indicate the level of heat in use. Two LEDs are illumi-nated for high, one for low, and none for off. Pressing theswitch once will select high-level heating. Pressing the switch a second time will select low-levelheating. Pressing the switch a third time will shut theheating elements off. When high-...

WARNING! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-tion or other physical condition must exercise carewhen using the seat heater. It may cause burns evenat low temperatures, especially if used...

Also, be sure that the front seats are fully upright andpositioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to folddown easily. WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,people riding in these areas are more likely to beseriously injure...

4. If desired, push down on the seatback to lock it in thefolded position. To Raise Rear Seat If locked in the folded position, pull the release strap(toward the front of the vehicle). Raise the seatback and lock it into place. If interferencefrom the cargo area prevents the seatback from fullylocki...

Then push the safety latch lever to the left. It is locatedbetween the grille and hood opening right of the center. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.Never drive your vehicle u...

LIGHTS Interior Lights The overhead light comes on when a door is opened. Itmay also be turned on by rotating the control for thedimmer switch on the multi-function control lever fullyupward. The overhead light will automatically turn off in about 20minutes if a door is left open or the dimmer contr...

Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights, andHeadlights Turn the end of the multi-function control lever to thefirst detent for parking lights and instrument panellights. Turn to the second detent for headlight operation. To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,rotate the center porti...

Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights bylightly pulling the multi-function control lever towardthe steering wheel. This will cause the headlights to turnon at high beam and remain on until the lever is released. Front Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is...

Windshield Wiper Operation Move the lever upward to the second detent for LO speedwiper operation, or to the third detent for HI speedoperation Windshield Washers To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and holdwhile spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in thedelay range, the wiper wi...

TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column, push down on the lever under themulti-function control lever and move the wheel up ordown, as desired. Pull the lever back upwards to lock thecolumn firmly in place. WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. Without a stabl...

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device takes over the acceleratoroperation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). Thespeed control lever is located on the right side of thesteering wheel. To Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in theinstrument cluster wi...

To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, pressdown on the lever and release. Release the acceleratorand the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. NOTE: The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pressing the SET lever. To Deact...

Tapping the “SET DECEL” button once will result in a 1mph (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button istapped, speed decreases. NOTE: The Speed Control system has been designed to shut down if multiple speed control switch functions areoperated simultaneously in order to ensure proper op-eration....

On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur soit may be preferable to drive without speed control. ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronicbrake control system that includes ABS (Anti-Lock BrakeSystem), TCS (Traction Control System), BAS (BrakeAs...

ESP/TCS Indicator Light The ⬙ ESP/TCS Indicator Light ⬙ located in the instrument cluster, starts to flash as soon as thetires lose traction and the ESP system becomesactive. The ⬙ ESP/TCS Indicator Light ⬙ also flashes when TCS is active. If the ⬙ ESP/TCS Indicator Light ⬙ begins to flash during ac...

ESP On This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 2WD, 4WDPart Time, 4WD Full Time, and on 2WD vehicles. When-ever the vehicle is started, the ESP system will be in thismode. This mode should be used for most all drivingsituations. ESP should only be turned off for specificreasons as noted below. ...

situation requiring ESP to be switched to the “Partial Off”mode is overcome, turn ESP back on by momentarilydepressing the “ESP OFF” switch. This may be donewhile the vehicle is in motion. ESP/BAS Warning Lamp The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP iscombined with BAS. The “ESP/BAS WarningLamp” ...

Programming The Universal Transceiver For best results, install a new battery in the hand heldtransmitter before programming. If your garage dooropener (located in the garage) is equipped with an antenna,make sure that the antenna is hanging straight down. WARNING! Vehicle exhaust contains carbon mo...

1. Turn off the engine. 2. Erase the factory test codes by pressing the twooutside buttons. Release the buttons when the light in theUniversal Transceiver begins to flash (about 20 seconds). NOTE: Do not repeat Step 2 to program additional hand held transmitters. 3. Choose one of the three Universal...

5. The indicator light in the Universal Transceiver willbegin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly. The rapidflashing indicates successful programming. If after 90seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goesout, return to step 1 and repeat the procedure. To train theother buttons, r...

NOTE: The assistance of a second person may make the following programming procedure quicker and easier. 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motorhead unit. The exact location and color of the button mayvary by garage door opener manufacturer. If you havedifficulty in locating the train...

The Universal Transceiver light will flash slowly andthen rapidly when the programming is successful. NOTE: When programming such a garage door opener or gate, unplug the device to prevent possible damage tothe garage door or gate motor. Operation Press and hold the desired button on the UniversalTr...

2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived including interference that may cause undesiredoperation. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authority to operate the equipment. HomeLink 威 is a trademark...

sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward andrelease to Express Close. Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing,press the switch forward and hold. This allows thesunroof to move towards the clo...

Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to cleanthe glass panel. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET This vehicle has two auxiliary power outlets that canprovide up to 20 Amps of current for accessories de-signed for use with the standard power outlet adapters.The front power outlet...

The rear power outlet (if equipped) is located in the leftrear cargo area. Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off WARNING! • Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery, even when notin use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, ifplugged in long enough, the vehicl...

POWER INVERTER There is a 110–volt, 150–watt inverter outlet located onthe back of the center console to convert DC current toAC current. This outlet can be used to power smallappliances and electronics. Press the switch located in the center stack lower switchbank to turn the power on to the outlet...

WARNING! To Avoid Serious Injury or Death: • Do not use a 3—Prong Adaptor. • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use. • If this outlet is mishandled it may cause anelectric shock and failure. CUP HOLDERS In the center console the...

The rear passengers have cup holders at the rear of thecenter console. STORAGE Front Storage Compartment The front storage compartment (located on the left side ofthe instrument panel) can hold cell phones, PDA’s, andother small items. Rear Cup Holders Front Storage Compartment 148 UNDERSTANDING THE...

Console Storage Compartment To open, press the latch and lift cover. The center console has a removable storage tray whichcan hold cell phones, PDA’s, and other small items. Center Console Removable Storage Tray UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 3

• Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of theseatback. This could impair visibility or become adangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision. WARNING! To help protect against personal injury, passengersshould not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rearcargo space is intended for ...

2. Lift cover. 3. Flip cover over, and lock panel back into position. Utility Table — If Equipped The cargo load floor can be converted into a utility table.The maximum load capacity of the utility table is 100 lbs(45 kg). In order to use the utility table, use the followingprocedure: Load Floor 152...

1. Push side mounted release handles (toward center ofvehicle) to release cover. 2. Lift the cover and remove from vehicle. 3. Flip the cover over, and remove table legs from theirretainers. 4. Insert the legs into their corner positions. 5. Set the table on level ground. CAUTION! To avoid personal ...

1. Open the tailgate. 2. Squeeze the right hand release handle. 3. Pull out the sliding panel. 4. Squeeze the right hand release handle to slide thepanel back into the vehicle. Release Handle Sliding Panel 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

If the swing gate flip-up window is open or the swinggate is open, connection to the rear window wiper isinterrupted preventing activation of the rear wiper blade.When the swing gate flip-up window or the swing gate isclosed, the rear wiper switch or the ignition switch needsto be turned OFF, and th...

CAUTION! Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-dow to prevent damage to heating elements. Use asoft cloth and a mild washing solution, wipingparallel to the heating elements. Also, keep allobjects a safe distance from the window to preventdamaging the heating elements. ROOF LUGGAGE RACK —...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 䡵 Compass And Trip Computer — If Equipped . . . 175 ▫ Control Butto...

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 163 4

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank whenignition switch is in the ON position. 2. Fuel Cap Indicator This symbol indicates the side of the vehiclewhere the fuel cap is located. 3. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge indicates engine coolanttemp...

16. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) IndicatorLight/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light The yellow ESP indicator light in the speedom-eter area illuminates with the key in the igni-tion switch turned to the ON/RUN position. Itshould go out with the engine running. The ⬙ ESP/TCS Indicator...

24. Transmission Range Indicator The electronic gear selector display is self-containedwithin the instrument cluster. It displays the position ofthe automatic transmission shift lever, and the relation ofeach position to all other positions. For a good signal thedisplay will place a box around the s...

press the Odometer/Trip Odometer Button. To reset theTrip Odometer, press and hold the button while in tripmode, until the Trip Odometer resets. If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuelfiller cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged,GASCAP will be displayed in the instrument c...

CAUTION! Prolonged driving with the MIL on could causedamage to the engine control system. It also couldaffect fuel economy and driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic converterdamage and power loss will soon occur. Immediateservice is required. 28. Cruise Indicator Light — If Equippe...

COMPASS AND TRIP COMPUTER — IFEQUIPPED The Compass/Trip Computer features a driver- interactive display (displays information on outside tem-perature, compass direction, and trip information). It islocated on the lower left part of the cluster below the fueland engine temperature gauge, and the tach...

• Loose Fuel Cap (gASCAP) These messages can be manually turned off by pressingthe right button (on the instrument cluster). Control Buttons Press and release the odometer/trip odometer reset but-ton (right side of the instrument cluster) to access thecompass/trip computer displays. Display Button 1...

NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the top of the right rear quarter window. This is wherethe compass sensor is located. To Set the Variance Start the engine, and leave the transmission in the P(Park) position. Press and hold (approximately ten sec-onds) the odometer/trip odometer res...

To Manually Calibrate the Compass Start the engine, and leave the transmission in the P(Park) position. Press and hold (approximately 10 sec-onds) the odometer/trip odometer reset button until thecurrent variance zone number is displayed. Release theodometer/trip odometer reset button, then press an...

• Right Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Referto “Tire Pressure Monitoring System” in Section 5 ofthis manual. • Right Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime). Referto “Tire Pressure Monitoring System” in Section 5 ofthis manual. • Check TPM System (with a single chime). Refer to“Tire Press...

and average fuel economy, according to the current fueltank level. DTE cannot be reset through the FUNCTIONSELECT button. NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance ofthe vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value. • When the DT...

NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the top of the right rear quarter window. This is wherethe compass sensor is located. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 185 4

1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Press and hold the compass button for approximately2 seconds. 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance”message and the last variance zone number displays inthe EVIC. 4. Press and release FUNCTION SELECT button untilthe proper variance zone is selected acc...

The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate thata phone connection has been made. The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate thatthe Connect™ phone is currently not available. Personal Settings (Customer ProgrammableFeatures) Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recallfeatures when the transm...

RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast Signals Your new radio will provide excellent reception undermost operating conditions. Like any system, however, carradios have performance limitations, due to mobile op-eration and natural phenomena, which might lead you tobelieve your sound system is malf...

will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignitionswitch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front doorwill cancel this feature. SALES CODE REQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIOAND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUXJACK) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio facep...

Rhythm and Blues R & B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious Talk Rel Talk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type iconis displayed, the radio will be tuned to the...

Every time a preset button is used a correspondingbutton number will be displayed. Buttons 1 - 6 (Radio Mode) These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that youcommit to push-button memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12Satellite (if equipped) stations}. DISC Button Pressing the DISC button will allow you ...

RW/FF (CD MODE) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player willbegin to fast forward until FF is released or RW oranother CD button is pressed. The RW (Reverse) buttonworks in a similar manner. AM or FM Button (CD MODE) Switches the Radio to the Radio mode. RND Button (Random Play Button) (C...

• Maximum number of directory levels: 8 • Maximum number of files: 255 • Maximum number of folders: 100 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙ . ⬙ and a 3-character extension) • Level 2: 31 (including a separator ⬙ . ⬙ and a 3-character extension)...

MPEG Specifi- cation Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit rate (kbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224,192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48 MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48 WMA Specifica- tion Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit Rate (kbps) WMA 44.1 and...

LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folderson the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done byturning the TUNE control knob. Selecting a folder bypressing the TUNE control knob will begin playing thefiles contained in that folder (or the ne...

Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technol-ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec-tual property rights. Use of this copyright protectiontechnology must be authorized by Macrovision, and isintended for home and other limited viewing uses onlyunless otherwise ...

2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNEcontrol knob. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right sideTUNE control knob to set the minutes. The minutes willbegin to blink. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE controlknob. Press the TUNE control knob to save time change. 5. ...

Inserting Compact Disc(s) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CDlabel facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled intothe CD Player and the CD icon will illuminate on theradio display. If a CD does not go into the slot more thanan inch, a disc may already be loaded and must be ejecte...

If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed,the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it. A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. NOTE: Ejecting with ignition OFF is not allowed on convertible or soft-top mo...

Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran-domly selected track. Press the RND button a second time to stop RandomPlay. 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 f...

Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take moretime to start playing the MP3 files. Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affectedby the following: • Media -...

Press and hold the INFO button again for 3 seconds toreturn to ⬙ elapsed time ⬙ display. Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, whichallows the user to plug in a portable device such as anMP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’saudio...

SALES CODE RER — AM/FM/CD/DVD RADIOWITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. Satellite Navigation Radio with CD Player with MP3Capability (RER) - combines a Global-PositioningSystem-based navigation system with an inte...

Selecting Satellite Mode (RSC Radios) Press the SAT button until ⬙ SAT ⬙ appears in the display. A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radiomode. Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on theroof around the rooftop antenna location or strap items tothe trunk ...

• Display Sirius ID number — Press the SELECT buttonto display the Sirius ID number. This number is usedto activate, deactivate, or change the Sirius subscrip-tion. SET Button — To Set the Push-Button Memory When you are receiving a channel that you wish tocommit to push-button memory, press the SET...

VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODEXRV) — IF EQUIPPED The optional VES™ (Video Entertainment System) con-sists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid crystal display)screen, a battery-powered remote control, and two head-sets. Refer to your VES™ User’s Manual for detailedoperating instructions. The LCD ...

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IFEQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rearsurface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel toaccess the switches. The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center. Pressing the top of the switch willincrease t...

3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to thedisc; avoid scratching the disc. 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 temperature...

Blower Control Use this control to regulatethe amount of air forcedthrough the system in anymode you select. The fanspeed increases as you turnthe outer control ring to theright from the OFF position. Temperature Control Use this control to regulatethe temperature of the air in-side the passenger co...

Mode Control The mode control allows youto choose from several pat-terns of air distribution. Youcan select either a primarymode, as identified by thesymbols, or a blend of two ofthese modes. The closer thecontrol is to a particularmode, the more air distribu-tion you receive from thatmode. Panel Ai...

Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and sidewindow demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi- mum fan and temperature (Hot) settings for best wind-shield and side window defrosting. NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes even ifthe f...

moisture build up inside the vehicle. For maximumdefogging, select the Outside Air position. NOTE: Recirculation mode will not operate in floor, mix or defrost modes. Air Conditioning Operation Press the temperature controlknob to activate the air condi-tioning mode. A lamp willilluminate when the A...

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 ▫ Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 ▫ Extreme C...

Tip Start Feature — Automatic Transmission OnlyDo not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition key briefly to START position, and release it. The starter motor willcontinue to run, but will automatically disengage itselfwhen the engine is running. Extreme Cold Weather (below –20°F or –29°C) To insur...

released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accel-erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor. Release theaccelerator pedal and the key once the engine is runningsmoothly. If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedalheld to the f...

Follow the shift pattern on the gearshift knob. NOTE: The backup lights will come on when your vehicle is in R (Reverse) gear and the ignition is in the ONposition. WARNING! When parking your vehicle, always leave a manualtransmission in first gear and apply the parkingbrake fully to guard against v...

• Do not operate at sustained high engine or roadspeeds in lower gears. Engine damage may result. • Do not downshift into a low gear while traveling at toohigh a speed for that gear. Engine, clutch, or transmis-sion damage may result. • Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. This causesheat buil...

Recommended Manual Transmission DownshiftingSpeeds To prevent clutch and transmission damage, your vehicleshould be downshifted at speeds no greater than thoselisted in the chart below: Manual Transmission Downshift Speeds in MPH (KM/H) Gear Selec- tion 6th to 5th 5th to 4th 4th to 3rd 3rd to 2nd 2n...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into P (Park) only after the vehicle has cometo a complete stop. • Shift into or out of R (Reverse) only after thevehicle has come to a complete stop and theengine is at idle ...

Shift Lock Manual Override — If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a shift lock manualoverride. The manual override may be used in the eventthat the shift lever should fail to move from Park with thekey in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed. Tooperate the shift lock manual overrid...

Brake/Transmission Interlock System This system prevents you from moving the gear shift outof P (Park) and into any gear unless the brake pedal ispressed. Always depress the brake pedal first, before moving the gear selector out of P (Park). 4–Speed Automatic Transmission (3.7L Engine) Shifting from...

R (Reverse) Use this range only after the vehicle has come to acomplete stop. N (Neutral) Shift into N (Neutral) when the vehicle is standing forprolonged periods with the engine running. The enginemay be started in this range. Set the parking brake if youmust leave the vehicle. NOTE: Towing the veh...

• the transmission selector is in D (Drive); • the engine coolant has reached normal operating tem-perature; • vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph (48km/h); • the “TOW/HAUL” button has not been activated; • transmission has reached normal operating tempera-ture. NOTE: If the vehicle is start...

operating in “TOW/HAUL” mode, the transmission willshift to 3rd gear and 4th will be enabled under steadycruise conditions. The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in theinstrument cluster to indicate when the switch has beenactivated. Pressing the switch a second time restoresnormal operatio...

To reset the transmission, use the following procedure: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position. 3. Turn off the engine, be sure to turn the key to theLOCK position. 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds, then restart the en-gine. 5. Move the shift lever to the desired gear ...

Gear Ranges NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating.This is especially important when the engine is cold. Ifthere is a need to restart the engine be sure to cycle thekey to the LOCK position before restarting. Transmission gear eng...

WARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P(Park) or N (Neutral) if the engine speed is higherthan idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on thebrake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quicklyforward or in reverse. You could lose control of thevehicle and hit someone or something....

of the desired top gear. For example, if the driver shiftsthe transmission into 3 (third gear), the transmission willnever shift above third gear, but can shift down to 2(second) or 1 (first), when needed. WARNING! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on aslippery surface. The drive wheels...

risen to a suitable level. Refer also to the Note undertorque converter clutch, later in this section. During cold temperature operation, you may noticedelayed upshifts depending on engine and transmissiontemperature. This feature improves the warm up time ofthe engine and transmission. During cold ...

A clutch within the torque converter engages automati-cally at a calibrated speed at light throttle. It engages athigher speeds under heavier acceleration. This may re-sult in a slightly different feeling or response duringnormal operation in high gear. When the vehicle speeddrops below a calibrated...

This electronically shifted transfer case provides 2 modepositions: 2 (rear) wheel drive high range (2WD) and 4wheel drive high range (4WD LOCK). The electronically shifted transfer case is designed to bedriven in the 2 wheel drive position (2WD) for normalstreet and highway conditions (dry hard sur...

Proper operation of 4 wheel drive vehicles depends ontires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel.Any difference in tire size can cause damage to thetransfer case. Since 4 wheel drive provides improved traction, there isa tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds.Do not go fas...

PARKING BRAKE To set the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly aspossible. When the parking brake is applied with theignition ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instru-ment cluster will light. To release the parking brake, pullup slightly, press the center button, then lower the levercomplete...

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. ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to aid thedriver in main...

CAUTION! The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possibledetrimental effects of electronic interference causedby improperly installed after-market radios or tele-phones. NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard.This is normal, indicati...

build up between the tire tread and the road. Thishydroplaning action can cause loss of traction, brakingability, and control. • After going through deep water or a car wash, brakesmay become wet, resulting in decreased performanceand unpredictable braking action. Dry the brakes bygentle, intermitte...

• 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 This placard tells you important information aboutthe:1) number of people that can...

3) the tire size designed for your vehicle4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rearand spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceedthe load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Youwill not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if youadhere to ...

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. ...

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 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck, and donot let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter...

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 “Class S” chains or other traction aids that meet SAEType “S” specifications. NOTE: Chains mus...

These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ-ing link and cable (radial) chains. Tire chain use is permitted only on the rear tires. NOTE: The use of class “S” chains is permitted with P235/65R17 tires. CAUTION! Do not use tire chains on vehicles equipped withtires other than P235/65R1...

NOTE: The Premium Tire Pressure Monitor System will automatically locate the pressure values displayed in thecorrect vehicle position following a tire rotation. The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross”shown in the following diagram. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)— IF EQUIPPED The...

Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tiretread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling andstopping ability. • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte-nance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to maintaincorrect tire pressure, even if under-inflation has notreached the...

system will automatically update and the “Tire PressureMonitoring Telltale Light” will extinguish once the up-dated tire pressures have been received. The vehicle mayneed to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (24km/h) to receive this information. A low spare tire willnot cause the “Tire Pre...

NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to check the tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintainthe proper pressure. The TPMS consists of the following components: • Receiver Module • 4 Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors • 3 Trigger Modules (mounted in three of the four wheelwells...

NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units in PSI, kPA or BAR. NOTE: A low spare tire will not cause the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” to illuminate or the chime tosound. Should a low tire condition occur on any of the fouractive road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possi...

FUEL REQUIREMENTS 3.7L Engine (If Equipped) The 3.7L engine is designed to meet allemissions regulations and provide excel-lent fuel economy and performance whenusing high quality unleaded “regular”gasoline having an octane rating of 87. Theuse of premium gasoline is not recom- mended. Under normal ...

• An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignitionmalfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter tooverheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor orsome light smoke, your engine may be out of tune ormalfunctioning and may require immediate service.Contact your dealer for service assistance. • The...

the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditionsrepaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all sidewindows fully open. • Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle toprevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex-haust gases from entering the vehicle. ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas C...

CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission controlsystem could result from using an improper fuel cap(gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impuritiesinto the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting after-market cap can cause the MIL (Malfunction Indica-tor Light) to illuminate, due to fuel vapor...

NOTE: Tighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until you hear one click. This is an indication that cap is properlytightened. If the gas cap is not tighten properly, the MalfunctionIndicator Light will come on. Be sure the gas cap istightened every time the vehicle is refueled. WARNING! A fire may result ...

or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load iswithin the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shiftedfrom front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until thespecified weight limitations are met. Store the heavieritems down low and be sure that the weight is distributedequally. Stow all l...

Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assistyou in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongueweight. The total load mus...

Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying lever-age through spring (load) bars. They are typically usedfor heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight tothe tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). Whenused in accordance with the manufacturers’ directio...

Trailer Hitch Classification Your vehicle is capable of towing trailers up to 2,000 lbs(907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to thestandard equipment. Your vehicle may be factoryequipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2,000lbs (907 kg) with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package....

4.0L/ Automatic 4x4 7,400 lbs ( 3 356 kg) 32 Sq. Ft. (2.97 square meters) 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg) 4.0L/ Automatic w/ Cooler 4x2 9,850 lbs (4 468 kg) 64 Sq. Ft. (5.94 square meters) 3,500 lbs (1 588 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg) 4.0L/ Automatic w/ Cooler 4x4 10,100 lbs (4 581 kg) 64 Sq. Ft. (5.94 s...

Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight inthe front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of theGross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of yourvehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in therear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side ...

NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additionalfactory-installed options, or dealer-installed options,must be considered as part of the total load on yourvehicle. Refer to the Tire and Loading Information plac-ard in the Tire Safety Inform...

− Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000lbs (907 kg). CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)loaded, it should have its own brakes and theyshould be of adequate capacity. Failure to do thiscould lead to acc...

NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehiclebut you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.Refer to the following illustrations. Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the...

If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing,all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutchslippage. 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. NOTE...

Towing Tips — Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-heating, take the following actions: − City Driving When stopped for short periods of time, put transmissionin neutral and increase engine idle speed. − Highway Driving Reduce speed. − Air Conditioning Turn off tempora...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 ▫ Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 ▫ Sp...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS Your vehicle’s hazard warning flasher is an emergencywarning system. When you activate it, all front and reardirectional signals will flash intermittently. Use it whenyour vehicle is disabled on or near the road. It warnsother drivers to steer clear of you and your vehicle. T...

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 in N(Neutral), but do not increase engine idle speed. NOTE: There are steps t...

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous.The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.You could be crushed. Never get any part of yourbody under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you needto get under a raised vehicle, take it to a servicecenter where i...

Spare Tire Stowage The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle bymeans of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stowthe spare, use the jack handle to rotate the “spare tiredrive” nut. The nut is located under a plastic cover at thecenter-rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the liftg...

Spare Tire Removal Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut. Use theLug Wrench to rotate the nut counter clockwise until thespare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable toallow to pull the tire out from under the vehicle. CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with thejack...

• Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher. • Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally oppo-site of the jacking position.For example, if changing theright front tire, block the leftrear wheel. • Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when thevehicle is being jacked. Jacking Instructions ...

WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can makethe vehicle less stable and cause an accident. It couldslip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise thevehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 7. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install...

JUMP STARTING WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do notallow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth-ing. Don’t lean over battery when attachingclamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. Ifacid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the con-taminated area immediately with l...

WARNING! Any procedure other than above could result in:1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirtingout the battery vent;2. Personal injury or property damage due to batteryexplosion;3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle orof immobilized vehicle. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towi...

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment – 3.7L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 䡵 Engine Compartment – 4.0L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . . 340 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 䡵 Emissions Inspection An...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 3.7L 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 4.0L MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 7

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...

Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground willimprove the accuracy of the oil level readings. Alwaysmaintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on thedipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is atthe bottom of the SAFE zone will result in a reading at thetop of the safe zone on...

• More than 50% of your driving is at sustained highspeeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C) • Taxi, Police, or delivery service (commercial service) • Trailer towing • If equipped for and operating with E–85 (ethanol) fuel If ANY of these apply to you, then change your engine oil at every inter...

Engine Oil Viscosity (3.7L Engine)SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operatingtemperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-ture starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oilfiller cap shows the recommended engine oil viscosityfor your vehicle. Lubricants which do not have both, t...

Engine Oil Filter Selection All of the manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow typedisposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replace-ment. The quality of replacement filters varies consider-ably. Only high quality filters should be used to assuremost efficient service. Mopar 威 engine oil ...

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

WARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface withthe engine off to prevent injury from moving parts,and to insure accurate fluid level reading. Do notoverfill. Use only the manufacturer’s recommendedfluid. If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicatedlevel. With a clean clo...

amount of a high quality lubricant such as Mopar 威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder. Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and thewindshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and amild non-abrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-tions of...

CAUTION! • Mixing of antifreeze/coolant other than the speci-fied HOAT antifreeze/coolant may result in de-creased corrosion protection and engine damage.If a non-HOAT antifreeze/coolant is introducedinto the cooling system in an emergency, it shouldbe replaced with the specified antifreeze/coolanta...

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

children, do not store ethylene glycol based antifreeze/coolant in open containers or allow it to remain inpuddles on the ground. If ingested by a child, contact aphysician immediately. Clean up any ground spills im-mediately. Engine Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method fo...

coolant needs to be added, contents of coolant recov-ery bottle must also be protected against freezing. • If frequent antifreeze/coolant additions are required,or if the level in the recovery bottle does not dropwhen the engine cools, the cooling system should bepressure tested for leaks. • Maintai...

are present. Components should be replaced immedi-ately if there is any evidence of degradation that couldcause failure. Brake System In order to assure brake system performance, all brakesystem components should be inspected periodically.Refer to the appropriate “Maintenance Schedule” inSection 8 f...

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 immediately. Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checkedwhen performing under hood service...

CAUTION! When replacing plugs, do not overtighten. You coulddamage them and cause them to leak. Selection of Lubricant Use only manufacturer’s recommended fluid, refer toFluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts for correct fluidtype. Front/Rear Axle Fluid Fluid Level Check Lubricant should be at bottom...

CAUTION! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materialssuch as steel wool or scouring powder, which willscratch metal and painted surfaces. Special Care • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drivenear the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least oncea month. • It is important that th...

WARNING! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.Many are potentially flammable, and if used inclosed areas they may cause respiratory harm. Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basiswith Mopar 威 Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Nev...

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M33 10 AmpRed Next Generation Con-troller (NGC), GlobalPowertrain EngineController (GPEC) M34 10 AmpRed Park Assist (PRKASST), Heater Venti-lation, Air Condition-ing Module (HVACMOD), HeadlampWash (HDLP WASH),Compass (COMPAS) M35 10 AmpRed Heated Mirrors M...

BULB REPLACEMENT Head Light 1. Open the hood. 2. Reach behind the headlamp unit in the engine com-partment to access the headlamp bulb lock ring. 3. Firmly grasp the lock ring on the back of the headlampunit housing. 4. Rotate the lock ring on the back of the headlamphousing counter-clockwise to unl...

4. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace thebulb. Front Side Marker 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the grille assembly, as follows: a. Remove eight fasteners. b. Remove two screws from each headlamp. c. Remove two scrivets from the center of the grille. d. Remove one push pin from the top of ...

Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Back-Up Lights 1. Open the lift gate. 2. Remove the two push pins. 3. Pull lamp straight back and disconnect electrical con-nection. 4. Remove the two screws attaching the backplate to thelamp assembly. 5. Pull the backplate straight back from the lamp hous-ing. 6. ...

FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 19.5 Gallons 73.8 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified Engine Oil) 5 Qts 4.7 Liters 4.0 Liter Engine (SAE 10W-30, API Certified Engine Oil) 6 Qts 5.7 Liters Cooling System * 3.7 Liter Engine (Mopar 威 Antifreeze/Engin...

Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic Transmission Mopar 威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Manual Transmission Mopar 威 Manual Transmission Lubricant or equivalent (meeting the re- quirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-9224) Transfer Case Mopar 威 ATF+4, A...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 386 䡵 Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 ▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 389 ▫ Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403 8 M A I N T...

• Off-road or desert driving NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,whichever comes first and follow “Schedule B” of the“Maintenance Schedules” section of this manual. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then flush and replace your engi...

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter, if notreplaced at 3 months. X X X X X Rotate the tires. X X Inspect the engine air filter element, replace ifnecessary. X Inspect the brake linings. X Drain and...

Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000 (Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000) Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-freeze. X 394 SCHEDULE “B” 8 M A I N TE N A N C E SC H E DU LE S

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

Schedule “A” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X Rotate the tires. X X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element, and replaceif necessary. X Replace...

Miles 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 (Kilometers) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000) (130 000) [Months] [60] [66] [72] [78] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X Rotate the tires. X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if necessary. X Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if ...

Miles 84,000 90,000 96,000 102, 000 (Kilometers) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000) [Months] [84] [90] [96] [102] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X Rotate the tires. X X X X Inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if nec-essary. X Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace...

Miles 84,000 90,000 96,000 102, 000 (Kilometers) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000) [Months] [84] [90] [96] [102] Inspect the manual transmission fluid, add as necessary(3.7L Only). X Inspect the transfer case fluid, add as necessary. X SCHEDULE “A” 407 8 M A I N TE N A N C E SC H E DU LE S

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ 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...

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either thewebsite or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas-tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac-cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please callfor an order form. NOTE: A street address is required when o...

Call Toll Free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at: • www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com • www.daimlerchrysler.ca/manuals DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORMTIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab-lished...

on specified government test surfaces of asphalt andconcrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-mance. WARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does notinclude acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, orpeak traction characteri...

Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) . . . . . . 144 Auxiliary Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378,379Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150Center Mounted Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174Daytime Running . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Odometer Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343,383 Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382Dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343Filter . ....

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Preparation for Jacking . . . . . . ...

Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415Safety Information, Tire . . . . . ....

Settings, Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188Shift Lock Manual Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . 245Shifting Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249,254Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . ...