Dodge 2008 Avenger - Manual

INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaintyou with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Bookletand various customer-oriented documents. You areurged to read these pub...

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operatingprocedures that could result in an accident or bodilyinjury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proceduresthat could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do notread this entire manual you may miss important infor-mation. Observe...

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle couldseriously affect its roadworthiness and safety andmay lead to an accident resulting in serious injury ordeath. INTRODUCTION 7 1

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

▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System(BeltAlert t ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 ▫ BeltAlert t Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 ▫ Automatic Locking Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 ▫ Seat B...

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 TransaxlePlace the shift l...

CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Alwaysremove key from the ignition and lock all doorswhen leaving the vehicle unattended. 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. NOTE: • The Key-In-Ignit...

3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 15seconds. After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In addi-tion, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash. Turnthe ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove thesecond key. 4. Insert a...

• This device must accept any interference that may bereceived, including interference that may cause undes-ired operation. SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm (VSA) system monitors thedoors and trunk for unauthorized entry and ignitionswitch for unauthorized operation. If...

will automatically disarm. After 16 seconds, the VehicleSecurity Light will flash slowly. This shows that thesystem is fully armed. NOTE: • During the 16 second arming period, if a door isopened or the ignition switch is turned ON, the systemwill automatically disarm. • Once armed, the system disabl...

If the alarm system is armed and the battery becomesdisconnected the system will remain armed when thebattery is reconnected. The exterior lights will flash, thehorn will sound, and the ignition will not start thevehicle. If this occurs, disarm the system. Tamper AlertIf the alarm was triggered, but...

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, openthe trunk, or activate the PANIC alarm from distances amaximum of 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held radiotransmitter. The transmitter need not be pointed at thevehicle to activate the system. NOTE: The line of tr...

TO UNLOCK THE DOORS Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitteronce to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to unlock alldoors. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledgethe unlock signal. The illuminated entry system (ifequipped) will also turn on. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All ...

Illuminated Approach — If EquippedThis feature activates the headlights for up to 90 secondswhen the doors are unlocked with the transmitter. Thetime for this feature is programmable on vehiclesequipped with EVIC. For details, refer to “IlluminatedApproach,” under “Personal Settings (Customer Pro-gr...

NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter while you are in the vehicle will activate the SecurityAlarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activatedwill cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK buttonto deactivate the Security Alarm. TO UNLATCH THE TRUNK Press the TRUNK button on the t...

PROGRAMMING ADDITIONAL TRANSMITTERS Refer to SENTRY KEY t “Sentry Key t Programming.” If you do not have a programmed transmitter, contactyour authorized dealer for details. BATTERY REPLACEMENT The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. NOTE: Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. Se...

GENERAL INFORMATION This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and withRS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived including interference that may ca...

REMOTE START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Remote start conveniently starts the engine from outsidethe vehicle by using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) keyfob while maintaining security. The system has a targetedrange of up to 328 ft (100 m). The vehicle must be locked,the deck lid and hood closed and the tra...

HOW TO USE REMOTE START All of the following conditions must be met before theengine will remote start: • Shift the gear selector lever into PARK. • Doors closed. • Hood closed. • Trunk closed. • Hazard switch off. • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed). • Ignition key removed from igniti...

To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The VehicleBefore the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and releasethe UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlockthe doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (ifequipped). Then, within 15 minutes, insert the key intothe ignition switch and turn the switch t...

POWER DOOR LOCKS A door lock switch is located on the driver and passengerdoor panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors. Automatic Door Locks — If EquippedThe auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled byyour authorized dealer. See your dealer for program-ming. Automatic Unlock Do...

“CHILD-PROTECTION” DOOR LOCK SYSTEM(REAR DOORS) The Rear Door Child-Protection Locks are located insidethe rear edge of the door. Insert the tip of the ignition keyor similar flat-bladed object into the lock and rotateapproximately one—quarter turn to the lock or unlockposition (as indicated by the ...

NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), roll downthe window, and open the door with the outside doorhandle. POWER WINDOWS POWER WINDOW SWITCHES The control on the driver’s door has up-down switchesthat give you fingertip control of all four pow...

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 the power window switches.Such entrapment may result in serious injury ordeath. AUTO WINDOW DOWN — IF EQUIPPED The front...

AUTO WINDOW UP — IF EQUIPPED Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, andthe window will go up automatically. To cancel the Auto Up movement, operate the switcheither in the up or down direction and release the switch. To close the window part way, lift the window switch tothe first det...

WINDOW LOCKOUT SWITCH The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allowsyou to disable the window control on the other doors. Todisable the window controls on the other doors, press thewindow lock button. To enable the window controls,press the window control button again. WIND BUFFETING Wind buf...

TRUNK RELEASE From inside the car the trunk lidcan be released by depressing theTrunk Release Button located onthe instrument panel to the left ofthe steering wheel. The transmis-sion must be in Park before theswitch will operate. NOTE: The gear selector lever must be in PARK for this switch to oper...

TRUNK INTERNAL EMERGENCY RELEASE NOTE: As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emer- gency Release lever is built into the trunk latchingmechanism. In the event of an individual being lockedinside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened bypulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to thetrunk...

• Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC)that span the front and second rows for sedans — ifequipped • Supplemental seat side (Thorax) airbags — ifequipped • Front seat belt retractors incorporate pretensioners toenhance occupant protection by managing occupantenergy during an impact ev...

WARNING! • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could makeyour injuries in a collision much worse. You mightsuffer internal injuries, or you could even slide outof part of the belt. Follow these instructions towear your seat belt safely and to keep your pas-sengers safe, too. • Two people should nev...

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 ridetoo high on your body, possibly causing internalinjuries. Always buckle your belt i...

WARNING! • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger- ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of thevehicle in a collision, increasing head and neckinjury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internalinjuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.Wear the belt over your shoulder s...

1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to theanchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latchplate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create afold that begins immediately above the latch plate. 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing.The folded ...

REAR SEAT BELTS Three point belts are nonadjustable for outboard andcenter rear passengers on sedans. The center belt ismounted to the rear shelf panel and exits through a bezelin the panel. SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS The seat belts for both front seating positions areequipped with pretensioning device...

NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment. The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. Thismay allow the airbag to have different rates of inflationthat are based on collision severity and occupant size. This vehicle may also be equ...

• Front Seat— side mounted (Thorax) Airbags — IfEquipped • Front Impact Sensors • Side Impact Sensors (If Equipped) • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Seat Belt Reminder Light • Knee Impact Bolster • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners FRONT SEAT AIRBAG FEATURES The front airbag system has d...

Front Passenger Airbag Special FeaturesA new active venting front-passenger airbag is designedto reduce the risk of occupants who may be out ofposition by the use of active vents positioned on eachside of the airbag. Supplemental Front Seat-Mounted Thorax SideAirbags — If EquippedFront seat mounted ...

Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain(SABIC) — If EquippedSupplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC)Airbags offer side-impact protection to front and rear seatoutboard occupants in addition to that provided by thebody structure. Each airbag features inflated chambersplace adjacent to ...

(ORC) to properly classify the front passenger and calcu-late the proper airbag deployment. Do not make anymodifications to the front passenger seat components,assembly, or to the seat cover. The following requirements must be strictly adhered to: • Do not make any modifications to the front passeng...

Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag systemcould cause it to fail when you need it. You couldbe injured if the airbag system is not there toprotect you. Do not modify the components orwiring, including adding any kind of badges orstickers to the steering ...

Airbag Light You will want to have the airbags ready toinflate for your protection in a collision. Whilethe airbag system is designed to be mainte-nance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system immediately. • The AIRBAG light does not come on during the 6 to...

WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby,can become a missile inside the vehicle. The forcerequired to hold even an infant on your lap couldbecome so great that you could not hold the child, nomatter how strong you are. The child and otherscould be badly injured. Any child ri...

around, and insert the latch plate into the buckleagain. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure,try a different seating position. • 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...

Rear Seat LATCH AnchorsChild restraints systems having attachments designed toconnect to the lower anchorages are now available. Childrestraints having tether straps and hooks for connectionto the top tether anchorage have been available for sometime. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers will...

have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantageof all of the available attachments provided with yourchild restraint in any vehicle. NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat beltsnot being used for occupant restraints are stowed an...

the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. Thisshould stow the seat belt out of the reach of aninquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehiclethat the seat belts are not toys and should not beplayed with, and never leave your child unattended inthe vehicle. WARNING! Improper installatio...

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 path openingon the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from thebuckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several timesto shorten it. Insert the l...

Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnessesor pet carriers that are secured by seat belts. ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine inyour vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 mi (500 km). Afterthe initial 60 mi (100 km), speeds ...

DefrosterCheck operation by selecting the defrost mode and placethe blower control on high speed. You should be able tofeel the air directed against the windshield. NOTE: If the defrost feature is not functioning, the cause should be located and corrected immediately by anauthorized service center. ...

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped . . . . . .85 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . .86 ▫ Electric Remote-Control Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . .86 ▫ Adjusti...

▫ Voice Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 m Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 ▫ Manual Front Seat Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . 120 ▫ Power Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 ▫ Heated Seats — If Equpped . . . . ....

▫ Headlights With Wipers Feature(Available With Auto Headlights Only) . . . . . . 137 ▫ Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 ▫ Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 m Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . 139 m Electronic Speed Control —...

m Electrical Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 ▫ Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off . . . . . . . 154 m Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver — If Equipped . . 155 ▫ Cupholder Ash Receiver — If Equipped . . . . . 155 m Console Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15...

MIRRORS INSIDE DAY/NIGHT MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rearwindow. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontaland vertical mirror adjustment. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving thesmall control under the mirror to the night position(toward...

AUTOMATIC DIMMING MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head-light glare from vehicles behind you. Push in the buttonon the face of the mirror to activate the dimming feature. CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, neverspray any cleaning solution d...

After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the samedirection you want the mirror to move. When finished,return the knob to the center O (OFF) position to guardagainst accidentally moving a mirror position. ADJUSTING SIDE VIEW MIRRORS Outside Mirror — Driver’s SideAdjust the outside mirror to center ...

Outside Mirror — Passenger’s SideAdjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see theside of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to thevehicle. WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the right sideconvex mirror will look smaller and farther awaythan they really are. Relying too m...

can be adjusted either from the radio volume controlknob or from the steering wheel radio control (rightswitch), if so equipped. The radio display will be used for visual prompts fromthe UConnect t system such as 9 CELL 9 or caller ID on certain radios. Operation Voice commands can be used to operat...

Help CommandIf you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want toknow your options at any prompt, say 9 Help 9 following the beep. The UConnect t system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help. To activate the UConnect t system from idle, simply press the PHONE button and follo...

• For identification purposes, you will be prompted togive the UConnect t system a name for your cellular phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should begiven a unique phone name. • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone apriority level between 1 and 7, with 1 being the highestpriori...

• The UConnect t system will then prompt you as to the number designation you wish to call. • The selected number will be dialed. Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through theUConnect t system if the feature(s) are available on your cellular service plan. For example, if you...

Things You Should Know About Your UConnect T System UConnect t Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press thePHONE button and say “UConnect t Tutorial.” Voice TrainingFor users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnect t s...

• In a convertible vehicle, system performance may becompromised with the convertible top down. Far End Audio Performance • Audio quality is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather ...

General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules andRSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired...

Pressing the VR hard-key while the system is speaking isknown as “barging in.” The system will be interruptedand you can add or change commands. This will becomehelpful once you start to learn the options. NOTE: At any time, you can say the words CANCEL, HELP, or MAIN MENU. These commands are univer...

− CONTINUE (to continue recording) − DELETE (to delete the recording) • PLAY MEMOS (to play previously recorded memos)— During the playback you may press the VR hard-key to stop playing memos. You continue by sayingone of the following commands: − REPEAT (to repeat a memo) − NEXT (to play the next m...

SEATS Manual Front Seat Adjustments Forward/RearwardThe adjusting bar is at the front of the seats, near thefloor. Pull the bar up to move the seat to the desiredposition. After releasing the adjusting bar, apply forward andrearward body pressure to be sure the seat is latched. Manual Seat Adjusting...

WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seatcould cause you to lose control. The seat belt mightnot be properly adjusted and you could be injured.Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that...

Power Seats — If Equipped The power seat switches are on the outboard side of theseat near the floor. Use the front switch to move the seatup, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat. The rearswitch controls the seatback recliner. CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat as it mayca...

This feature heats leather or cloth front driver andpassenger seats. The controls for the heated seats arelocated in the center console below the climate controls.There are indicator lights in the switches, which indicatea low heat setting (one light lit) or high heat setting (twolights lit). FOLD-F...

The hard seatback features a work surface and a moldedrim for retaining items stored on the seat back panel. ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the rear. Adjust the restraints sothat the upper edge is as high as practical. To ...

FOLDING REAR SEAT To provide additional storage area, the rear seatback canbe folded forward. Pull on the loops shown in the pictureto fold down either or both seatbacks. When returning the rear seat back to the upright position,be sure the seat back is latched. WARNING! The rear cargo area of the v...

FOLDING REAR SEAT CENTER ARMREST The rear seat is equipped with a folding armrest with cupholders. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pullthe hood release lever located under the left side of theinstrument panel. Folding Rear Seat Armrest Hood Release Le...

WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up whenthe vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latchesare fully latched before driving. LIGHTS MAP/READING/INTERIOR LIGHTS These lights are mounted between the sun visors abovethe rear vie...

because a door is open. This includes the glove box light,but not the trunk light. To restore interior light operation,either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the lightswitch. MULTI-FUNCTION CONTROL LEVER The Multi-Function Control Lever controls the operationof the headlights, parking lights, t...

AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHT SYSTEM — IFEQUIPPED Turning the end of the multi-function control lever to thethird detent, “A” (Auto), will activate the automaticheadlight system. With the engine running and the multi-function controllever in the “A” (Auto) position, the headlights will turnon and turn off bas...

NOTE: If the Multi-Function Control Lever is held in the flash to pass position for more than 15 seconds, thehigh beams will shut off. If this occurs, wait 30 secondsfor the next flash to pass operation. DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) — IFEQUIPPED The high beam lights will come on as Daytime RunningLi...

NOTE: The front fog lights will only operate with the headlights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlightswill turn off the front fog lights. TURN SIGNALS Move the Multi-Function Control Lever up or down andthe arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash toshow proper operation of the fron...

If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is avery fast flash rate, check for a defective outside lightbulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever ismoved, it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulb isdefective. HIGHBEAM/LOWBEAM SELECT SWITCH Push the Multi-Function Contr...

Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent past theintermittent settings for Low-speed wiper operation, orto the second detent past the intermittent settings forHigh-speed wiper operation. NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the PARK position if you turn off the ignition switch whilet...

INTERMITTENT WIPER SYSTEM Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi-tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pausebetween cycles desirable. Rotate the end of the Wind-shield Wiper/Washer Control Lever to the first detent,and then turn the end of the lever to select the desireddela...

MIST FEATURE Push down on the wiper control lever to activate a singlewipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray froma passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, thewipers will continue to operate. HEADLIGHTS WITH WIPERS FEATURE (Availablewith Auto Headlights Only) When this feature...

TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering columnupward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen orshorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping controlhandle is located below the steering wheel at the end ofthe steering column. To unlock the steering column...

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device takes over the acceleratoroperation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Speed Control Lever is located on the right side ofthe steering wheel. To Activate: Push in and release the ON/OFF button located in theend of the Electro...

WARNING! Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system onwhen not in use is dangerous. You could accidentallyset the system or cause it to go faster than you want.You could lose control and have an accident. Alwaysleave the system OFF when you are not using it. To Set Desired Speed: When the vehicle h...

To Vary Speed Setting: When the speed control is ON, speed can be increased bypushing up and holding RESUME ACCEL. Release thelever when the desired speed is reached, and the newspeed will be set. Pushing up and quickly releasing the RESUME ACCELlever will result in a 1 mph (2 km/h) speed increase. ...

On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur soit may be preferable to drive without speed control. GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink t replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garagedoor openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home...

WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are training the Universal Transceiver. Donot train the transceiver if people or pets are in thepath of the door or gate. Only use this transceiverwith a garage door opener that has a “stop andreverse” feature as required by Federal s...

Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garagewhen programming. Begin Programming 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Hold the battery side of the hand-held transmitteraway from the HomeLink t button you wish to program. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) a...

If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming iscomplete and the garage door (or device) should activatewhen the HomeLink t button is pressed. If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds, andthen turns to a constant light, proceed to Step 5 “Pro-gramming A Rolling Code System.” 5...

GATE OPERATOR/CANADIAN PROGRAMMING Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig-nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans-mission – which may not be long enough for HomeLink t to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to thisCanadian law, some U.S. gate operators are...

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS If you are having trouble programming HomeLink t , here are some of the most common solutions: • Replace the battery in the original transmitter. • Press the “Learn” button on the Garage Door Openerto complete the training for a Rolling Code. • Did you unplug the device for trai...

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The sunroof controls are mounted between the sun visorsin the Dome/Reading Lamp. WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys inthe ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-tended children, can become entrapped by thepower sunroof while operating the p...

SUNROOF OPERATION Opening Sunroof ManuallyPress the switch rearward and hold, and the sunroof willopen automatically from any position. The sunroof willopen fully, then stop automatically. During this opera-tion, any release of the sunroof switch will stop thesunroof. Opening Sunroof - ExpressPress ...

SUNSHADE OPERATION The sunshade can be opened manually. However, thesunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. WIND BUFFETING Wind buffeting can be described as the perception ofpressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in...

ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two 12-volt electrical outlets on this vehicle.Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse. The instrument panel power outlet, located below theclimate control knobs, has power available only when theignition is on. This outlet will also operate a conventionalcigar...

The center console power outlet is powered directly fromthe battery (power available at all times). Items pluggedinto this outlet may discharge the battery and/or preventengine starting. Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehic...

CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IFEQUIPPED CUPHOLDER ASH RECEIVER — IF EQUIPPED An optional ash receiver is available from your autho-rized dealer and will fit in the center console frontcupholder. CAUTION! For vehicles equipped with the heated and cooledcupholder, locate the cup holder ash receive...

CONSOLE FEATURES The center console armrest slides forward from designposition to provide added user comfort. Two cupholderscan accommodate large sized fast food beverage contain-ers, and 20 oz (500 ml) bottles. A one-piece cup holderinsert for both cavities can easily be removed for clean-ing. DUAL...

1. The left latch opens to the top storage area. 2. The lower bin can be accessed directly, without firstexposing the upper bin, by operating the right latch withthe armrest down. 3. The first storage bin can be used to hold smaller items. 4. The lower storage bin includes a molded-in coinholder, ro...

• Audio/Video RCA Jacks See Section Four, “Video Entertainment System-IfEquipped,” of this manual, for further information. CUP HOLDERS Heated or Cooled Cup Holder — If Equipped With this feature the rear cavity of the cup holder cankeep cool beverages cool, and hot beverages hot. The rearcup holder...

CAUTION! Make sure the beverage container can withstand thetemperatures shown above, when using the Cooledor Heated Cup Holder. Rear Bottle Holders There are built-in bottle holders located in both rear doortrim panels. Heated or Cooled Cupholder Rear Bottle Holder UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR...

WARNING! • The weight and position of cargo and passengerscan change the vehicle center of gravity and ve-hicle handling. To avoid loss of control resultingin personal injury, follow these guidelines forloading your vehicle: • Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Putheavier objects as low a...

The cooling bin will hold up to four, standing, 12 ounce,beverage cans. The cooler bin is also equipped with a softmolded liner that is removable for easy cleaning. Inside the bin is a vent which, when opened, allowseither air conditioned or fresh air to flow into the storagebin. Depending on ambien...

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS m Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 m Instrument Cluster — Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 m Instrument Cluster — Premium . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 m Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 m ...

▫ Manual Air Conditioning And Heating System . . 242 ▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 ▫ Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 m Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 ▫ Electric...

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES Instrument Panel Features UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 4

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 4

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge When the ignition switch is in the ON position, thepointer will show the level of fuel remaining in thefuel tank. 2. Fuel Door Reminder This is a reminder that the Fuel Filler Door islocated on the left side of the vehicle. 3. Temperature Gauge The tempe...

Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi-nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon aspossible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Drivingon a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire tooverheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation alsoreduces fuel eff...

CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the originalequipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures andwarning have been established for the tire sizeequipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera-tion or sensor damage may result when using re-placement equipment that is not of the same size,type, a...

the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected.If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspectedby an authorized dealer. The light also will turn on when the parking brake isapplied with the ignition switch in the ON position. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is...

Press and release the RESET button to accept aselection. The RESET button also resets variousTrip Functions. EVIC DISPLAYS When the appropriate conditions exist, the ElectronicVehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays the followingmessages. • Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime) • Left ...

• Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset.Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch isin the ON or START position. • Display Units In: To make your selection, press and release the RESETbutton until U.S. or METRIC appears. COMPASS DISPLAY The compass headi...

4. Press and release the RESET button and the “CAL”indicator will quit flashing. 5. Drive the vehicle slowly, completing one or morecircles (in an area free from large metal or metallicobjects) until the “CAL” indicator turns off. The compasswill now function normally. Compass VarianceCompass Varian...

when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, pressand hold the RESET button until 0, 30, 60, or 90 secondsappears. Headlights With Wipers (Available with AutoHeadlights Only)When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in theAUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi-mately 10 secon...

NOTE: The radio, steering wheel radio controls (if equipped), and six-disc CD/DVD changer (if equipped)will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignitionswitch has been turned OFF. Opening a vehicle frontdoor will cancel this feature. SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AU...

Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)Push the On/Volume control knob to turn on the radio.Push the On/Volume control knob a second time to turnoff the radio. Electronic Volume ControlThe electronic volume control turns continuously (360degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning theOn/Volu...

Phone Button (UConnect t Hands-Free Phone) — If EquippedPress this button to operate the Hands-Free Phone(UConnect t ) feature (if equipped). Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect t )” in Section 3. If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is notavailable on your vehicle, a “Not E...

begin 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. CAUTION! • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechani...

the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEKbutton will allow faster scrolling through the tracks inCD, MP3 modes. SCAN ButtonPress the SCAN button to scan through each track on theCD currently playing. TIME ButtonPress this button to change the display from a large CDplaying time display to...

Supported MP3 File FormatsThe 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 compres...

Voice Recognition Button (UConnect t Hands-Free Phone) — If EquippedPress this button to operate the Hands-Free Phone(UConnect t ) feature (if equipped). Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect t )” in Section 3. If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is notavailable on your vehic...

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 (Rewind) buttonworks in a similar manner. AM or FM Button (CD MODE)Switches the radio to the Radio mode. Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files The r...

Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.Multisession discs may contain combinations of normalCD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3/WMA files). Discs created with an option such as 9 keep disc open after writing 9 are most likely multisession discs. The use of multisession fo...

WMA File Format WMA Specification Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit Rate (kbps) WMA 44.1 and 48 48, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192 VBR ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album titleare supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is notsupported by the radios. Playlist files are not supported. M...

Touch the screen where the words “Show Time if Radio isOff” are displayed to change the current setting. Changing the Time Zone 1. Turn on the multimedia system. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. Theclock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. Touch the screen where the words “Set...

The satellite navigation capability combines a Global-Positioning System (GPS)-based navigation system withan integrated color screen to provide maps, turn identi-fication, selection menus, and instructions for selecting avariety of destinations and routes. A shared HDD for the navigation system, th...

Pressing and releasing the FF button will go forward fiveseconds of the current track. SEEK ButtonsUse the SEEK buttons to move to the previous or the nexttrack. If the left (down) button is pressed during the first twoseconds of the current track, it will go back to theprevious track in the list; i...

List or Browse Mode During Play mode, pressing any of the following buttonswill take you to List mode. List mode enables you toscroll through the list of menus and tracks on the iPod t device. Tune/Scroll KnobIn the List mode, the Tune/Scroll knob functions in asimilar manner as the scroll wheel on ...

After pressing a preset button, you will see the list youare in on the top line and the first item in that list on thesecond line. To exit the List mode without selecting a track, press thesame preset button again to go back to Play mode. LIST ButtonPressing the LIST button will take to the top leve...

Selecting Satellite Mode Press the SAT button until 9 SAT 9 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 lid around th...

Operation with RES / REQ AM/FM Stereo Radiowith CD Player Right-Hand Switch Functions • Press the top of the switch to increase the volume. • Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center of the switch to selectAM, FM, Satellite (SAT) - if equipped, or CD (D...

• Press the switch up or down twice to listen to thesecond track on the CD, three times to listen to thethird track, and so forth. • Press the button located in the center of the control tochange CDs on the 6-Disc in-dash CD changer radio.This button does not function for other radios. VIDEO ENTERTA...

• The LCD screen swings up from the rear of the armrestto allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display. NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD screen has been raised to its viewing position. • The touch screen radio and DVD player controls allowfront seat operation for easy setup in the case ...

• Two wireless infrared headsets allow rear seat passen-gers to listen to the same or individual audio sources. Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks)on the rear of the center console enablethe monitor to display video directlyfrom a video camera, connect videogames for display on the screen, orplay musi...

3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to thedisc; avoid scratching a disc. 4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,or antistatic sprays. 5. Store a disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose a disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store a disc where temperatures may be...

Blower Control Use this control to regulate theamount of air forced through the ven-tilation system in any mode. Theblower speed increases as you movethe control to the right from the “O”(Off) position. There are four blowerspeeds. Temperature Control Use this control to regulate the tem-perature of...

NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix and Defrost, or a blend of these modes, even if the AirConditioning Snowflake button is not pressed. This de-humidifies the air to help dry the windshield. To improvefuel economy, use these modes only when necessary. • Recirculation Control Use t...

• MAX A/C For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculationbuttons at the same time. • Economy Mode If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turnoff the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then,move the temperature control to the desired temperature. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC...

• Extended use of recirculation may cause the windowsto fog. If the interior of the windows begins to fog,press the RECIRCULATION button to return to out-side air. Some temp/humidity conditions will causecaptured interior air to condense on windows andhamper visibility. For this reason, the system w...

Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 4

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS m Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 ▫ Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 ▫ Tip Start — Automatic Transaxle Only . . . . . . 262 ▫ Extremely Col...

STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt.Make sure all occupants have securely fastened their seatbelts. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingchildren in a vehicle unattended is dangerous ...

Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine doesnot require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal.Simply turn the ignition switch to the START positionand release when the engine starts. If the engine fails tostart within 15 seconds, turn the ignition switch to theLOCK po...

Extremely Cold Weather (Below 2 20°F or 2 29°C) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use ofan externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-able from your authorized dealer) is recommended. If Engine Fails To Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed theNORMAL...

CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank theengine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to15 seconds before trying again. After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the enginewarms up. Remote Starting System — If Equipped Remote start conveniently starts the e...

The following conditions must be met before the enginewill remote start: • Automatic Transaxle in PARK • All doors are closed • Hood is closed • Hazard Switch is off • Brake Switch is inactive • Key is not in the ignition • Battery is at an acceptable charge level • PANIC button on key fob is not de...

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CAUTION! Damage to the transaxle may occur if the followingprecautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come toa complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after thevehicle has come to a complete stop and the engineis at idle speed. • Do not ...

conditions, using the “5” range will improve perfor-mance and extend transaxle life by reducing excessiveshifting and heat build-up. OVERDRIVE— 4 Speed TransaxleThis range should be used for most city and highwaydriving, it provides the smoothest upshifts, downshifts,and best fuel economy. However, ...

• The transaxle will automatically shift up when maxi-mum engine speed is reached while Autostick t is engaged. • Transaxle shifting will be more noticeable whenAutostick t is engaged. • If a downshift would cause the engine to over-speed,that shift will not occur until it is safe for the engine.The...

CAUTION! All wheels must have the same size and type tires.Unequal tire sizes must not be used. Unequal tiresize may cause failure of the power transfer unit. PARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with theignition on, the Brake Light in the instrumentcluster will come on. NOTE: • This ligh...

NOTE: • When parking on a hill, it is important to set theparking brake before placing the gear selector in park,otherwise the load on the automatic transaxle lockingmechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of park. As an added precaution, turn the frontwheels toward the curb on a do...

BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes asstandard equipment. In the event power assist is lost forany reason (i.e., repeated brake applications with theengine off) the brakes will still function. However, theeffort required to brake the vehicle will be much greaterthan that...

ESP Operating ModesAll ESP equipped vehicles can choose the following ESPoperating modes: ESP ONThis is the normal operating mode for ESP. Whenever thevehicle is started the ESP system will be in this mode.This mode should be used for almost all driving situa-tions. ESP should only be turned to Part...

POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you goodvehicle response and increased ease of maneuverabilityin tight spaces. The system will provide mechanicalsteering capability if power assist is lost. If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it willstill be possible to st...

DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES ACCELERATION Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip-pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati-cally to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs whenthere is a difference in the surface traction under the front(driving) wheels. WARNING! Rapi...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER Driving through water more than a few inches/centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensuresafety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path wherewater is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).Flowi...

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P”molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European-Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. ...

Tire Sizing Chart 95 Load Index (a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry) H A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its loadindex under certain operating conditions The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should...

Tire Identification Number (TIN)The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire,however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires withwhite sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TINon the outboard side of bla...

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 sideB-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the:1) number of people that can ...

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. ...

Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use withradial tires. It is engineered to be used on your stylevehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, theoriginal tire should be repaired (or replaced) and rein-stalled at the first opportunity. WARNING! Tem...

CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not takeyour vehicle through an automatic car wash with thecompact spare installed. Damage to the vehicle mayresult. Limited Use Spare — If Equipped The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency useon your vehicle. This tire is identified ...

WARNING! Prolonged use of limited use spare, or incorrect tiresize of front wheel, may damage the transaxle differ-ential and result in loss of vehicle mobility and couldresult in loss of vehicle control. Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do notspin your vehicle’s wheel...

Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tiresto help you in determining when your tires should bereplaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the treadgrooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes approximately 1/16 in (2 mm). When the ...

Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as littleexposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contactwith oil, grease, and gasoline. Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of manycharacteristics. They should be inspected regularly forwear and correct cold tire...

WARNING! • Never use a tire with a smaller load index orcapacity, other than what was originally equippedon your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller loadindex could result in tire overloading and failure.You could lose control and have an accident. • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires havinga...

pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven - thisis normal and there should be no adjustment for thisincreased pressure. • The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tirepressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning limit for any reason, including lowtemperature effe...

• Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure,and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure inthe tire. BASE SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wirelesstechnology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors tomonitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted...

PREMIUM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wirelesstechnology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors tomonitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to eachwheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressurereadings to the Receiver Module. NOTE: It is particula...

5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, andreinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare,the TPMS will update automatically. In addition, theTPM Telltale Light will turn OFF and the graphic in theEVIC will display a new pressure value instead of dashes(- -), as long no tire...

3.5L ENGINE The 3.5L engine is designed to meet allemissions regulations and provide satisfac-tory fuel economy and performance whenusing high-quality unleaded gasoline hav-ing an octane range of 87 to 89. The manu-facturer recommends the use of 89 octanefor optimum performance. The use of pre-mium ...

• 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 authorized dealer for service assist...

• Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte-nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every timethe vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditionsrepaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all sidewindows fully open. • Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle toprevent carbon monoxi...

ADDING FUEL FUEL FILLER CAP (GAS CAP) As a reminder, a fuel icon with an arrowindicating which side of the vehicle the fuelfiller door is located on, is located in theinstrument cluster. The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rearquarter panel of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost ...

NOTE: If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission controlsystem could result from using an improper fueltank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities intothe fuel syste...

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. This isin violation of most state and federal fire regula-tions and doing so will cause the malfunctionindicator light to turn on. • A fir...

The bar code allows a computer scanner to read theVehicle Identification Number (VIN). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The totalload must be limited so that you do not exceed theGVWR. Gross Axle We...

Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicleseparately. It is important that you distribute the loadevenly over the front and rear axles. Overloading can cause potential safety hazards andshorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspensioncomponents do not necessarily increase the...

TRAILER TOWING In this section, you will find safety tips and informationon limits to the type of towing you can reasonably dowith your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefullyreview this information to tow your load as efficientlyand safely as possible. To maintain warranty coverage, follow the ...

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transaxle Max. Frontal Area Max. GTW(Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer Tongue Wt. 1 2.4L/Auto See Note 2 1000 lbs (450 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 2...

Trailer and Trailer Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight inthe front of the trailer. This places 10% of the Gross TrailerWeight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loadsbalanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can causethe 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 authorized dealer-installedoptions, must be considered as part of the total load onyour vehicle. Refer to the Tire and Loading Informationplacard in the Tire Safe...

• Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000lbs (450 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000lbs (907 kg). CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg)loaded, it should have its own brakes with adequatebraking capacity. Failure to do this could lead toaccelerated b...

NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle,but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping,and backing the trailer in an area located away fr...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS m Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 m If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 ▫ Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) —If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 m Jacking And Tire Chang...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is located on the instrumentpanel, below the radio. Depress the switch andboth cluster indicators and all front and rear direc- tional signals will flash. Depress the switch again to turnHazard Warning Flashers off. Do not use this emergency warning system w...

NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioneris on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat tothe engine cooling system and turning off the A/Cremoves this heat. You can also turn the Temperaturecontrol to maximum heat, the M...

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, refer to Section 7, Maintenance, of thismanual. Follow the warnings under th...

Jack Location The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floorin the trunk. Spare Tire Stowage The compact spare tire is stowed under the load floor inthe trunk. Spare Tire RemovalLift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. Spare Tire and Jack Stowage WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 351...

Preparations For Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice orslippery areas, set the parking brake and place the gearselector in PARK (automatic transaxle) or REVERSE(manual transaxle). Turn OFF the ignition. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of thevehicle close ...

NOTE: The Jack Handle attaches to the side of the jack with two attachment points. When the jack is partiallyexpanded, the tension between the two attachmentpoints holds the jack handle in place. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turningthem to the left one turn while the wheel is stil...

WARNING! To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheelcovers with care to avoid contact with any sharpedges. 7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 8. Finish tightening the nuts. Push down on the wrenchwhile tightening the wheel nuts. Alternate nuts, untileach nut has been...

1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelrysuch as watchbands or bracelets that might make aninadvertent electrical contact. 2. When boosting from a battery in another vehicle, parkthat vehicle within booster cable reach, but withoutallowing the vehicles to touch. Set parking brake, placeaut...

5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminalof the booster battery and then to the engine ground (-)of the vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure you have a good contact on the engine ground. Refer tothe following illustration for jump-starting connections. 6. If the vehicle is...

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, itcan often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn yoursteering wheel right and left to clear the area around thefront wheels. Then shift back and forth between Reverseand First gear. Usually the least accelerator pedal pres-su...

If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)while being towed, the key must be in the ON position,not the ACC position. Make certain the transaxle remainsin NEUTRAL. TOWING WITHOUT THE IGNITION KEY Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towedwith the ignition in the LOCK positi...

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m 2.4L Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368 m 2.7L Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369 m 3.5L Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 m Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . . 371 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap...

2.4L ENGINE COMPARTMENT 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

2.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 7

3.5L ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.5L Engine 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated OnboardDiagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitorsthe performance of the emissions, engine, and automatictransaxle control systems. When these systems are oper-ating properly, your vehicle will provide excelle...

RESET button to turn off the message. If the problempersists, the message will appear the next time thevehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. Ifthe problem is detected twice in a row, the system willturn on the MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the MILlight off. EMISSIONS INSPECTI...

5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things willhappen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and thenreturn to being fully illuminated until you turn OFFthe ignition key or start the engine. This means that thevehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you shouldnot proceed to the I/M s...

AUTHORIZED DEALER SERVICE Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person-nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all serviceoperations in an expert manner. Service manuals areavailable which include detailed service information foryour vehicle. Refer to these service manuals beforeatte...

The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do notcheck oil level before starting the engine after it has satovernight. Checking engine oil level when the engine iscold will give you an incorrect reading. Checking the oil while the vehicle i...

CAUTION! Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the enginewill cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oilpressure and an increase in oil temperature. Thiscould damage your engine. Change Engine OilThe oil change indicator system will remind you that it istime to take your vehicle in for sche...

Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.4L and 2.7LEnginesSAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operatingtemperatures. This engine oil improves low temperaturestarting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil fillercap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity foryour vehicle. The engine o...

Materials Added to Engine OilsThe manufacture strongly recommends against the addi-tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) tothe engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product andit’s performance may be impaired by supplemental ad-ditives. Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters...

SPARK PLUGS Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor-mance and emission control. New plugs should be in-stalled at the specified mileage. The entire set should bereplaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty sparkplug. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” inthis sect...

To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignitionwhen the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is inmotion. • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing thevehicle. • Do not idle the engine with any ignition coil connec-tors disconnected ...

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. Refer t...

The A/C Air Filter is located in the fresh air inlet behindthe glove box. Perform the following procedure to re-place the filter: 1. Open the glove box and remove all contents. 2. Push in on the sides of the glove box and pivot theglove box downward. 3. Disconnect the glove box door dampener from th...

CAUTION! The A/C Air Filter is labeled with an arrow toindicate airflow direction through the filter. Failureto install the filter properly will result in the need toreplace it more often. 7. Reinstall the glove box door dampener and glove box. POWER STEERING Checking the power steering fluid level ...

STEERING LINKAGE The tie rod end ball joints should be inspected forexternal leakage and damage when other maintenance isperformed. BODY LUBRICATION Locks and all body pivot points, including seat tracks,door hinges, trunk hinges, and hood hinges, should belubricated periodically to assure quiet, ea...

Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleumproducts such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. NOTE: Always refer to the wiper blade packaging for specific installation instructions. Many wiper blade re-placements fit multiple vehicles. WINDSHIELD WASHERS NOTE: Refer to the appropriate “Engine Compa...

into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect theexhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for an oilchange or lubrication. Replace as required. WARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make you unconscio...

• Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-ized water when mixing the water/engine coolantsolution. The use of lower quality water will reducethe amount of corrosion protection in the enginecooling system. Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-tain the proper level o...

Disposal of Used Engine CoolantUsed ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulatedsubstance requiring proper disposal. Check with yourlocal authorities to determine the disposal rules for yourcommunity. To prevent ingestion by animals or children,do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolan...

humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot coolant toenter the radiator. If an examination of your engine compartment shows noevidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may besafely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. • Do not overfill ...

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 FROMCORROSION Protection of Body and Paint from CorrosionVehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-graphic locations ...

Washing • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-hicle in the shade using Mopar t Car Wash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely withclear water. • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu-lated on your vehicle, use Mopar t Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover t...

Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steelwool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. Interior Care Instrument Panel CoverThe instrument panel cover has a low glare surface,which minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do notuse protectants or other products, which may caus...

Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster LensesThe lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle aremolded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, caremust be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Clean with a wet, soft rag. A mild soap solution may beused, but do not use high alcohol conten...

FUSES — TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWERMODULE (TIPM) The TIPM is located in the engine compartment near theair cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fusesand mini fuses. A label that identifies each componentmay be printed on the inside of the cover. Refer to thefollowing chart for FUSES/TIPM lo...

NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for replacement instructions. LIGHTS BULBS — Outside Bulb No. Low Beam Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9006 High Beam Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9005 Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Light . . . 315...

2. Reach into engine compartment and from behind thelamp assembly and grasp the connector. 3. Rotate bulb and connector 1 ⁄ 4 turn and pull outward from assembly. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oilcontamination will severely shorten bulb life. Headlight Housing - Rear View Twi...

4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. 5. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface,clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. 6. Reinsert the bulb and socket assembly and rotateclockwise 1 ⁄ 4 turn to secure. Removing Halogen Bulb From Assembly 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Fog Lights 1. Access to the lights through the lower fascia cutout islimited. 2. We recommend you access the lights by turning thesteering wheel to allow access and remove the innerfender shield. 3. Rotate bulb and connector 1 ⁄ 4 turn counterclockwise. 4. Pull bulb off of connector and replace with...

Taillights, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lights— Replacement The turn signal, brake and taillights and backup lightsare located in the rear corner body panel housing. Changing the Rear Corner Taillight Bulbs 1. Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk linerbehind the taillight. Rear Tail Light ...

License Plate Light — Rear 1. Remove two retaining screws holding the light lens inplace. 2. Gently pry the light assembly loose. 3. Pull bulb from socket, replace and reattach the lightassembly with the two retaining screws. Center High-Mounted Stop Light 1. Open the trunk lid to find the centrally...

2. Twist and remove socket from the back of the lighthousing. 3. Replace the bulb and reinstall the socket into thehousing by locking it in place with a twist. Changing High Mount Stop Light Bulb MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 7

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Engine U.S. Metric Fuel (approximate) All FWD Engines — (Except 2.4L PZEV) 16.9 Gals 64 L 3.5L Engine with AWD (All Wheel Drive) 17.3 Gals 65.5 L 2.4L PZEV (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) 18.4 Gals 69.7 L Engine Oil with Filter 2.4 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20...

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Engine U.S. Metric Cooling System * 2.4 Liter Engine (Mopar t Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/ 100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. 7.7 Qts 7.3 L 2.7 Liter Engine (Mopar t Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/ 100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. 9.8 Qts 9.3 L 3.5 Liter Engine (Mopar t Antifree...

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTSEngine Component Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar t Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent Engine Oil (2.4L, 2.7L) Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 5W-20 is recommended. Re...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emissions Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . 426 m Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . 429 8 M A I N TE N A N C E SC H E DU LE S

Required Maintenance Intervals Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 6,000 10 000 6 Rotate the tires. 6,000 10 000 6 If using your vehicle in dust...

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Replace the spark plugs on 2.4L engines (exceptPZEV* engine). 30,000 50 000 30 Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt ten-sion on 2.4L engines. ...

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Replace the timing belt on 2.4L and 3.5L engines. 102,000 170 000 102 Change the automatic transaxle fluid & filter. 120,000 200 000 120 Replace the ...

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS m Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 435 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 435 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 435 ▫ Be Reasonable ...

high quality service. The manufacturer’s authorized deal-ers have the facilities, factory-trained technicians, specialtools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle isfixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to an authorizeddealer’s service manager first. M...

In Mexico contact: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240Sante Fe C.P. 05109Mexico, D. F.In Mexico City: 5081-4568Outside Mexico City: 1-800-505-1300 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SpeechImpaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, themanufacturer has installed s...

MOPAR T PARTS Mopar t fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your authorized dealer. They will helpyou keep your vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that couldcause a...

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 Worldwide Web at: • www.techauthority.com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORMTIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established bythe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Thesp...

WARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does notinclude acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, orpeak traction characteristics. Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance t...

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 390Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138,387Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Automatic Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . 173,184,426Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . 246Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,261,267,397 Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397,39...

Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411 Calibration, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . 20Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420Caps, Filler Fuel . . . . . . . ...

Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player . . . . . . . . . . 220,223Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397,398Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374 Disabled Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . ....

Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319,420 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324,326 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324,327Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . 310Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130,133,1...

Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Personal Settings ...

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